Do you need to update a smartphone's apps or operating system as soon as possible, though? And if not, how long can you afford to wait? The answer is a little more nuanced than you might think, balancing your safety,

Some of these directions apply to all iPhones, but some are only relevant to specific iOS versions. These differences are pointed out below. The most common way to keep apps updated on your iPhone is with the built-in App Store app. You can trigger all ...

Prepare for iOS 26.2 with our guide to app updates, battery tips, and performance fixes. Ensure a smooth update for your iPhone today!

Microsoft looks to be adding a new way of ensuring all your installed apps are up to date via the Windows Settings app on Windows 11. In the latest preview build, a new "app updates" page has appeared in the 'Apps' section of the Settings app, which lets you check for updates for installed apps.

When it comes to updating apps on your phone, caution is key. Michelle from New Jersey recently reached out with a common concern: "When you click on an app on your phone, and you get a message that it needs to be updated, click here, can you trust that ...

If you have an Android device, a system update might be waiting for you. Here's what the update includes and how you can download it.

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, he enjoys making sawdust and solder fumes in his workshop.

Google makes uninstalling updates for system apps complicated. System app listings in the Play Store no longer have an uninstall button.

At some point, maybe during setup, possibly after encountering a pop-up you barely read, you agreed to let your iPhone update apps automatically. It made sense at the time. Automatic updates mean less babysitting. You get bug fixes, security patches, and ...