What can that cable do? WhatCable, a free app, tells youWhatCable is a free Mac app that reveals USB-C cable charging, video and data capabilities. May 09 26May 09, 2026Article at Houston Chronicle
Missing Dark Sky? Meet Acme Weather, from that beloved app's foundersThe founders of Dark Sky launch Acme Weather, a $25 iOS app that visualizes forecast uncertainty and offers unique weather alerts. Feb 28 26February 28, 2026Article at Houston Chronicle
Software updates: Know when to act — and when to waitA veteran tech columnist explains when to install security patches immediately and when to delay software updates on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android. Nov 15 25November 15, 2025Article at Houston Chronicle
Four apps and a website that are both useful and a delightDiscover four standout apps and a handy website — from Shutter Declutter to Particle News — that boost your daily flow on iPhone, Mac and PC. Oct 11 25October 11, 2025Article at Houston Chronicle
Remember TV recommendations, track a package, find your wallet and charge your iPhone with these goodiesOne of the things I love about iPhones is how, even after 16 years of owning them, I still run across apps and accessories that make them more fun and useful. All smartphones, not just those made by Apple, are infinitely extensible. What follows is a… Jan 30 24January 30, 2024Article at Houston Chronicle
I scoffed at Mac and PC 'cleaner' apps – until I tried this one.Computing purists will tell you not to bother with utility apps that purport to clean, tweak and speed up your PC or Mac. I used to be one of them, and long ago and far away, we pharisees were right. But depending on your needs, that’s not… Jul 11 23July 11, 2023Article at Houston Chronicle
Spark brings ChatGPT’s AI to email, but you may not want to use itYou’ve likely read that artificial intelligence chatbots are coming to popular productivity apps soon. Both Microsoft and Google have plans to integrate AI into their office suites, including their email offerings. But I’ve got news for you: You can… Jun 02 23June 02, 2023Article at Houston Chronicle
Rewind.ai is a ‘weird and creepy’ app that records everything on a Mac – and soon on Windows PCsPersonal computer users know well the frustration of trying to find something on their machines. Built-in search tools on Windows PCs and Macs can be hit or miss, and can feel like it’s mostly miss. But suppose your computer remembered everything?… Apr 07 23April 07, 2023Article at Houston Chronicle
The best free email app for your Mac may come from MicrosoftLast Tuesday, Microsoft did something kind of amazing. It made its Outlook email app for Apple’s Mac computers free. Yes, there are some caveats, but for the most part, this is a fully functional email client and one of the best you can use on a Mac.… Mar 09 23March 09, 2023Article at Houston Chronicle
Missing the Dark Sky weather app? Merry Sky will brighten your day.On New Year’s Day, weather nerds wept. That’s when Dark Sky, the original and beloved hyperlocal weather app and website, went away. Dec. 31, 2022, was the last day you could use either the iOS app or the darksky.net website. Purchased in March 2020… Jan 19 23January 19, 2023Article at Houston Chronicle
Mastodon, now the top refuge from Elon Musk’s chaotic Twitter, requires effortUnder Elon Musk’s bull-in-a-china-shop stewardship of Twitter, the site that one of its founders once called the pulse of the planet” has developed a severe case of atrial fibrillation. From the firing of half the San Francisco-based company’s staff… Nov 18 22November 18, 2022Article at Houston Chronicle
Something has gone horribly wrong with the new Spark email appSome technology users live in mortal fear of software upgrades. When a new version appears at their download doorstep, it’s with great trepidation that they mash the “Update” button. And with good reason. While most new versions add useful features,… Oct 14 22October 14, 2022Article at Houston Chronicle
