Here's what's making news today in tech — picked from the 10 sources I trust, translated for normal humans.
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Microsoft issues emergency Windows 11 update to fix its record-breaking patch
Microsoft pushed out an emergency fix after its massive September update, which patched nearly 1,000 security flaws, accidentally broke some features on Windows 11 computers. The fix is rolling out automatically, so most home users do not need to do anything. For Portage County: If your Windows 11 computer has been acting odd this month, check Settings, then Windows Update, and install any pending updates to get the repair.
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iCloud+ Now Includes Apple TV, Apple Arcade, and Curated Apple Music Stations in Over 100 Countries
Apple has added Apple TV and Apple Arcade to paid iCloud storage plans in more than 100 countries at no extra charge. The deal does not apply to the United States, Canada, Australia, or the UK. For Portage County: This change does not affect your bill or account if you live in Ohio, so no action is needed.
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China-Linked Hackers Exploit Chrome-Windows Zero-Day Chain to Deploy GRIMWEDGE
Chinese hackers sent fake emails that used security holes in Google Chrome and Windows to secretly install harmful software on victims' computers. The attacks targeted organizations, but the same tricks can be used against anyone who clicks a link in an unexpected email. For Portage County: Do not click links in emails you were not expecting, and make sure Chrome and Windows are both fully updated this week.
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In select countries, iCloud+ now includes Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge
Apple has added Apple TV and Apple Arcade to paid iCloud storage plans in more than 100 countries at no extra charge. The deal does not cover the United States, so Ohio residents will not see a change. For Portage County: Your iCloud bill and plan stay exactly the same, so no action is needed.
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50 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 27 - Out Now!
Apple released iOS 27 this week as a free update for supported iPhones, bringing a smarter version of Siri built around generative AI along with dozens of other new features. You can get it by going to Settings, then General, then Software Update on your iPhone. For Portage County: Before updating, make sure your iPhone is charged and connected to Wi-Fi, and if you run into trouble after the update, call Bill for help.
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A New Headset to Help With Depression Is Now Available in the US
A medical device company called Flow Neuroscience has received FDA approval to sell a headset in the United States that uses mild electrical stimulation to help treat depression. The device costs $2,200 and is intended to help some people reduce their need for antidepressants. For Portage County: If you or a family member struggles with depression, ask your doctor whether this FDA-approved option might be worth discussing at your next appointment.
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LiteSpeed Enterprise Flaw Could Let One Hosting Account Gain Root Access on a Shared Server
A serious security flaw was found in software called LiteSpeed Web Server, which many web hosting companies use to run multiple customers' websites on one shared computer. An attacker with a basic hosting account could use this flaw to access or change other customers' websites on the same server. For Portage County: If you have a small website hosted through a shared hosting service, contact your hosting company to ask whether they have applied the LiteSpeed patch.
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Windows 11 is running hidden tasks that drain your laptop battery—here's how to stop them
Windows 11 runs background tasks even when your laptop looks idle, and those tasks quietly drain your battery. How-To Geek explains which tasks are the biggest offenders and how to turn them off in settings. For Portage County: If your Windows 11 laptop seems to lose charge faster than it used to, search "background apps" in the Windows Settings search bar and turn off any apps you do not need running all the time.
This digest is auto-generated daily at 6 AM ET from leading tech news sources.
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