Author: Olivia Hartman
Olivia Hartman is GeekBlog's general technology reporter, covering the wider world of tech beyond smartphones: AI and software, laptops and PCs, gaming, streaming, space, science, consumer gadgets, deals and the policy stories shaping the industry. A versatile journalist with a nose for what actually matters, Olivia turns breaking news and product launches into accessible, no-hype reporting for everyday readers.
A step-by-step guide on how to scan a file for malware before opening it, using the Windows Defender right-click scan, VirusTotal, and options for Mac users.
A 2026 guide to the best browser for Android, comparing Chrome, Brave, Firefox, Edge, and DuckDuckGo across speed, privacy, extensions, and battery life.
A step-by-step guide to make Windows 11 look like macOS, including adding a dock, centering the taskbar, applying Mac-style themes and wallpapers, and using popular tools.
A clear Windows 11 vs Windows 10 comparison covering design, performance, security, system requirements, and support end dates to help you decide whether to upgrade.
A practical 2026 buying guide to the best AirPods, comparing AirPods 4, AirPods 4 with ANC, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods Max 2 so you can match a model to your needs and budget.
A clear, step-by-step guide on how to transfer data to a new iPhone using Quick Start, iCloud backup, a computer, or a move from Android, so nothing gets left behind.
Hinge Most Compatible gives every user one free daily match using a Gale-Shapley-based algorithm. Here’s how it learns, whether it works, and how to improve it.
Aeropay is a US pay-by-bank fintech that lets you pay merchants straight from your bank account. How it works, fees, safety, and cannabis and gaming uses.
Instagram introduced Stories on August 2, 2016. Here is the Snapchat backstory, Kevin Systrom’s admission, its explosive growth, and how the feature evolved.
No confirmed Anthropic IPO date as of mid-2026. See its $965B valuation, top investors Amazon and Google, and how to get indirect exposure.