Eliana Willis

ZDNETHave you ever deleted a text message or conversation on your iPhone only to realize later that you still needed it? We’ve probably all been in that boat. Worry not, for there is a way to resuscitate a deleted message. But don’t wait too long. The iMessage app typically retains deleted texts for up to 40 days. As long as you act before that deadline, you should be able to recover that gone-but-not-forgotten message.OK, fine, but what if you miss the deadline and need to access a text that’s been permanently deleted? One option is to turn to a third-party iPhone recovery tool. I use an iPhone utility called iMazing More

Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNETAccessing all the settings and options in Windows 11 can be challenging, as they’re spread across a variety of categories in both the Settings app and Control Panel. An option called God Mode eases the process by providing a gateway to all the core options on one screen.By setting up the special God Mode folder, you can view the settings for Backup and Restore, Color Management, Devices and Printers, Ease of Access, File History, Mouse, Power Options, Programs and Features, Security and Maintenance, Speech Recognition, Troubleshooting, User Accounts, and much more.Also: What is a TPM, and why does Windows 11 require one?God Mode is especially useful for advanced Windows users and developers who like to manage and tweak all the nitty-gritty details of Windows. But it can also prove helpful to anyone who wants an array of commands available in one place. Since Microsoft no longer offers a Start menu shortcut for Control Panel, God Mode can be a quick and easy way to access all its core features and applets.The process for setting up God Mode is the same in Windows 10 and 11, but here, I’m focusing on Windows 11. Now, let’s see how this works.How to set up God Mode in Windows 11  More

Paul Souders/Getty Images On Jan. 19, Linus Torvalds officially released the Linux 6.13 kernel. I can’t call the 6.13 kernel a major release, but it’s still a step forward in performance, security, and hardware support. That’s not a small deal.  One of Linux 6.13’s standout features is the introduction of lazy preemption support. This new model […] More

Nodar Chernishev/Getty Images Something rarely goes wrong with Linux, but that doesn’t mean the operating system is immune to problems. Every once in a while, I’ll install a new service or app and then go to start it with the command: sudo systemctl start NAME Where NAME is the name of the app or service. […] More

PM Images/Getty Images The cloud has dominated enterprise technology provision for a decade or more. Public cloud services, with huge capacity, commitments to security, and assurances that the latest and greatest technologies are running underneath, offer a compelling value proposition. In the age of artificial intelligence (AI), capacity is critical. However, a new survey suggests […] More

A quality iPad keyboard case is essential for both protection and productivity. That’s why our experts went hands-on the best iPad keyboard cases, looking for the ideal combination of durability, functionality, and style. We’ve used and thoroughly tested each case to ensure it meets the highest standard.Here are our top picks for the best iPad keyboard cases of 2025, from brands like Apple, Logitech, and more. Also: The best iPads of 2025: Expert testedWhat’s the best iPad keyboard case right now? Our expert testing, reviews, and extensive research have helped us select the best iPad keyboard cases you can buy. Our choice for the best iPad keyboard case overall is Logitech’s Combo Touch More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Even Realities G1 smart glasses sport an excellent micro-LED optical engine projector for display. These glasses can help you navigate, translate, and use them as a teleprompter. The G1 is an expensive pair at $599, and costs add up if you opt for prescription lenses. –> I’ve had the Even […] More

<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Privacy Hero 2, a $199 router available on FlashRouters, supports NordVPN and Surfshark alongside various VPN protocols. It comes with one year of access to Privacy Hero Wireguard VPN and, with a current promotion, one year of NordVPN. The company should improve the build quality and be more generous with […] More