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Google Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways Google’s new enhanced autofill can store and fill in more types of info. You can save your driver’s license, passport number, and more. Although the data is encrypted, you’ll still want to take precautions. Filling out an online form that requests […] More
What is cache?Cache — or browser cache — is the temporary storage of website files. So, things like images, scripts, and cookies that your browser saves on your phone to make pages load faster the next time you visit. Also: Every iPhone model that can be updated to iOS 26 (and which ones don’t support it)Over time, though, those files can add up, taking a large bite out of your device storage and slowing things down. That’s why it’s smart to clear your browser cache regularly. In this article, I focused on clearing Safari and Chrome’s cache on an iPhone, but keep in mind that apps and even your phone’s processor have their own caches, too.How to clear your app cache on iPhoneYou can clear an app’s cache by deleting and reinstalling it — or, when available, using an in-app “Clear Cache” option. Since iOS doesn’t offer a universal cache-clearing tool, each app handles it differently. TikTok and CapCut include a built-in cache-clear button, Amazon lets you erase your browsing history, and Reddit offers a way to wipe local history. It depends on an app’s features.Is ‘clear cache’ the same as offloading? Not quite. Offloading an app via your iPhone’s settings can boost performance when your storage is tight by uninstalling the app and keeping its documents and data intact. Just go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage, tap the app you want, and choose Offload App. This removes the app and its cache but leaves your data in place, so when you reinstall it, you’ll pick up right where you left off.Are cookies and cache the same thing?Cache and cookies are not the same. Cache stores copies of images, scripts, and other page elements so sites load faster on your next visit, while cookies are small data files that remember specific information about you — like login credentials, site preferences, or items in your shopping cart. Also: Cookie pop-ups don’t have to be a fact of life online – how I block them and whyClearing your cache removes those saved page files but won’t log you out of sites, whereas deleting cookies will wipe your saved logins and settings, forcing you to sign in again and reset any preferences.Can you block cookies on an iPhone?You can block cookies in Safari. Turning them off stops sites from tracking you, but it can also break some websites or limit features. So, you’ll need to weigh privacy against usability. If you’d like to block cookies in Safari, follow these steps:Go to Settings and select Safari.Tap on the toggle next to Block All Cookies.There are also third-party extensions — such as Ghostery More
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Rawpixel/iStock/Getty Images Plus Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. Business leaders are discovering that the traditional playbook for sales productivity is failing, and businesses need to shift their focus from raw output to genuine effectiveness. To understand this evolution, SpiceWorks’ Head Brand Ambassador, Jeff Gretler, and Maria Groeschel, Global Head of Commercial Strategy […] More
Mitchell Hanson/500px/500px Prime via Getty Images Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. ZDNET’s key takeaways SLES 16 comes with model context protocol built in. The new enterprise distro is digital sovereignty-ready. This impressive upgrade introduces many changes and new features. Lots of companies are announcing AI this and AI that, but few of […] More
OpenRock Link 20 Earbuds <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The OpenRock Link 20 earbuds can be purchased on the official site for $149 These earbuds are outstanding for making calls and listening to podcasts The Link 20 earbuds sound too tinny and flat for music. –> Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source<!–> on Google. Usually, when […] More
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Why would I turn off Gemini? Some people are concerned about privacy, performance issues, or frustration with AI inaccuracies, while others simply prefer things the way they were before Gemini. Either way, it’s good to know Google gives you a way to opt out of Gemini across its most popular apps, even if the settings are a bit hidden and buried in a few places. I personally felt a wave of relief once I switched it off. Also: I looked into the most popular AI apps, and the runner-up caught me by surpriseNo more unwanted AI assistance, things are back to normal, and I’m in control of my Google apps. Do I need to change settings in other Google apps? It’s optional. In the same settings panel found in Gmail, you can toggle off “Other Google products,” which disables Gemini suggestions across apps like Maps and Wallet, but it may also remove conveniences like smart calendar entries. Why do I still see Gemini buttons after turning it off? Icons for smart features such as “Help me write” may still be visible, but clicking them should prompt you to re-enable “Google Workspace smart features” in settings. If the toggle is off, Gemini won’t run. Can I re-enable Gemini later if I change my mind? Of course. Just return to the Google Workspace smart features settings, and toggle them back on at any time. Can I turn off AI Overviews in Search? ZDNET has a separate guide that details all the ways you can get back to classic Google Search. Want more stories about AI? Check out AI Leaderboard, our weekly newsletter. More
