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Microsoft and the workplace of the future: How AI can help you build more productive relationships with your colleagues
Microsoft wants to help organizations use their data to deliver experiences, insights and outcomes. But careful design, clear ethics and full transparency are required to keep the AI in check.
Grado’s No-Frills Wireless Buds Have Seriously Good Sound
The GT220 have the excellent audio quality the company is known for, and they fit better than most of the competition.
Update Your iPhone and iPad Now If You Haven’t Recently

Plus: A ransomware arrest, a dating site data leak, and more of the week’s top security news.
How to Mix and Match Wireless Smart Speakers With Ease
Yes, you can use devices from different brands. And yes, location definitely matters.
Fleeing WhatsApp for Privacy? Don’t Turn to Telegram

Because the chat app doesn’t encrypt conversations by default—or at all for group chats—security professionals often warn against it.
North Korea Targets—and Dupes—a Slew of Cybersecurity Pros

The sweeping campaign took advantage of the collaborative spirit among researchers, with an unknown number of victims.
How to optimize the MTU setting on your router for better performance
Depending on make and model, your home router/modem may be configured for basic web surfing but not for high performance. Optimizing the MTU setting may help.
Apple’s Newest Fitness Feature: Celeb-Hosted Outdoor Walks
The company’s latest subscription product combines outdoor fitness with podcasting, though you’ll need an Apple Watch to enjoy it.
Flash Is Dead—but Not Gone

Zombie versions of Adobe’s troubled software can still cause problems in systems around the world.