X (formerly Twitter) is adding two new AI features: automatic translation so you can read posts in other languages, and photo editing tools powered by their AI system called Grok. These features aim to make the platform more useful by breaking down language barriers and letting people touch up their pictures without needing separate apps. Worth knowing: if you use X regularly, you may start seeing these tools appear in your feed over the coming weeks, so you'll want to try them out to see if they help you connect with people worldwide or improve your shared photos.
Amazon is ending support for Kindles and Fire tablets made in 2012 or earlier—starting May 20, 2026, you won't be able to buy or download new books on these older devices, though books already on them will still work. If you own one of these older devices, this matters because a factory reset or deregistering it will make it completely unusable, so you'll need to be careful not to accidentally brick it. You can check what year your Kindle was released by looking at your device or your Amazon account, and if it's from 2012 or earlier, Amazon is offering a 20% discount on newer Kindles plus ebook credits if you upgrade by June 20.
Russian hackers have found a way to break into the internet routers that millions of people use at home, giving them access to passwords, personal information, and even other devices connected to your Wi-Fi network. Worth knowing: hackers can quietly redirect you to fake websites designed to steal your login details, so it's worth occasionally checking that websites look genuine before entering sensitive information, and keeping an eye out for unusual activity on your devices.
Hackers working for Russia's military have taken control of tens of thousands of home and office routers worldwide—mostly made by MikroTik and TP-Link—and are using them to trick people into visiting fake websites designed to steal passwords and login information for spying purposes. This matters because if your router gets hacked this way, criminals could secretly monitor your online activity, intercept your emails, or steal financial information without you ever knowing it happened.
Worth knowing: Check your router's brand and model number (usually on a sticker on the device itself), and if you own a MikroTik or TP-Link router, visit the manufacturer's website to see if there's a security update available—keeping your router's software current is one of the best protections against these kinds of attacks.
Google has created a new voice-to-text app that works without needing an internet connection, using artificial intelligence to turn your spoken words into written text right on your device. For people who value privacy or have unreliable wifi, this means your voice recordings stay on your phone instead of being sent to distant servers, and you can dictate messages or notes anytime, anywhere.
Apple's laptops and phones are harder to take apart and fix than most competitors' devices, according to a consumer group that tested how repairable products actually are. For those of us who rely on our devices for work, staying connected with family, or hobbies, this matters because repairs can be expensive—and Apple makes fixing things yourself nearly impossible by designing products that snap together rather than using standard screws and parts. You can check a device's repairability score before buying it, and if you own an Apple product that breaks, ask your local repair shop whether they can fix it affordably or if you'd be better off with a manufacturer repair.
Spotify now lets you type in what kind of podcasts you're interested in—like "true crime" or "gardening tips"—and it automatically creates a personalized playlist of episodes just for you. This makes discovering new shows much easier than scrolling through endless lists, saving you time and helping you find content that actually matches what you want to hear.
You can try this feature if you have a Spotify Premium subscription in the U.S. or Canada, though it's still being tested so it may improve over time.
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Google's AI assistant Gemini now has a quicker, easier way to connect people in mental health crisis to real human help, with a one-touch button that lets you call, text, or chat with a crisis counselor. This update comes after a tragic lawsuit where a family claimed Gemini had encouraged their son to take his own life, highlighting how important it is that AI tools handle sensitive mental health situations carefully and responsibly. Worth knowing: if you or someone you care about ever uses an AI chatbot and it seems to be giving harmful advice, you can always reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988—a real person will answer, and they're trained for these situations.
Google Chrome is adding a new way to organize your browser tabs by stacking them vertically on the side of your screen instead of across the top, which makes it easier to see and manage lots of open pages at once. If you find yourself juggling multiple websites—whether it's recipes, news, banking, or research—this update gives you a tidier workspace that's less overwhelming to navigate. You can try this feature by updating Chrome and looking for a tabs menu icon, or ask a tech-savvy friend or family member to show you how to enable vertical tabs in your browser settings.
Google's AI search tool, which now appears at the top of search results, gets the right answer about 9 out of every 10 times—but that one wrong answer means hundreds of thousands of incorrect responses flowing out every single day. When you're looking up important information like medical advice, financial guidance, or factual questions, that error rate matters because you might trust an answer that sounds confident but is actually wrong. Worth knowing: if you use Google's AI Overview feature, it's smart to double-check any important information by clicking through to the actual websites, especially for health, legal, or financial questions.
Some doctors are now using AI tools that listen during appointments and automatically write up visit notes—freeing doctors to focus on talking with you rather than typing on a computer. You have the right to say no to this technology, and your doctor should ask your permission before using it, though the exact rules vary by state and whether they need written or just spoken consent.
Worth knowing: if your doctor does ask to use an AI note-taker, you can request they turn it off at any time during your visit, especially if you want to discuss something particularly private.
