We need to treat the software undergirding scientific research as a public good—and make investments accordingly.

Spyware takes on many forms. It’s on your phone right now. While “malicious spyware” may generate headlines and prompt Google (and Apple) to force delete thousands of apps, most spyware is better ...

Update December 11, 2025: Google has started rolling out a redesigned photos viewer for Google Photos on Android. It’s a more streamlined viewer that does incorporate Material 3 Expressive design.

UPDATE (December 10, 2025): Google is pushing out a big photo viewer redesign to its Messages app. Read more about it at the end of the article. Summary: Google Messages is a messaging service from ...

A capable map app will save you time (and your sanity), but which one is best at dodging everyday traffic? I tested both and there's a clear winner. My PCMag career began in 2013 as an intern. Now, ...

Many popular apps collect more of your personal data than necessary to function properly. These 20 apps quietly scoop up your photos, location, contacts, and more. Here's how to protect yourself. I ...