The Computer Whisperer/Space City Systems

05/07/2026

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Check your storage. Google Chrome is reportedly auto-installing a massive 4GB AI model (Gemini Nano) onto users' devices without asking first.

Privacy experts are calling out these "dark patterns," noting that even if you delete the file, Chrome just downloads it again. If you're on a data cap or low on space, this is a major headache.

There is a way to stop it in your settings, but it's not as simple as a toggle. Details on how to block the download are in the comments.
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04/13/2026

We have never sold these brands of router.

Traffic is being redirected through attacker-controlled servers.

04/03/2026

The mission commander’s email inbox failed during the journey to the moon. Have they tried turning the computer off and back on again?

09/20/2025

If you updated your iPhone this week, you might have noticed something surprising:

➡️ One option was to upgrade from iOS 18.6 → iOS 18.7
➡️ The other option? iOS 26

Why? That was my first thought.

So, Let me break it down.

Back in June 2025, Apple announced a new naming convention for all major OS updates (iOS, macOS, watchOS, iPadOS, tvOS). Instead of going sequentially (18 → 19 → 20...), the version number now reflects the year the OS will be active.

That’s why the release rolling out now is called iOS 26—because it’s built for 2026. To make the alignment clean, Apple skipped iOS 19–25 entirely.

Why this matters:

Clarity for users: No more juggling mismatched version numbers across devices.

Simpler for IT teams: Easier to roll out updates and support users across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Consistency for developers: One unified version scheme across the Apple ecosystem.

It’s less about features and more about removing friction. Very Apple.

If you’re in IT or manage Apple devices, that’s one less thing to explain or track.

Did you see this change coming? Or do you think “iOS 26” will confuse people at first?

Well if you read this post and you were confused you shouldn't be anymore.

If you updated your iPhone this week, you might have noticed something surprising: ➡️ One option was to upgrade from iOS 18.6 → iOS 18.7 ➡️ The other option? iOS 26 Why? That was my first thought. So, Let me break it down. Back in June 2025, Apple announced a new naming convention for all ...

02/04/2025

You may be feeling this now. I can help.

02/04/2025

We like to think that Macs are inherently more secure than Windows PCs — and that’s generally true — but no OS is totally secure.

Security experts have issued a warning for macOS users as a new malware backdoor said to be fully undetectable is, erm, detected. Here’s what Mac users need to know.

01/25/2025

Microsoft will stop supporting Windows 10 this fall. Here's what that mens for PC users.

09/27/2024

That "card declined" message may actually not be true. You may get surprise charges instead.

07/29/2024

TikTok is Chinese spyware. I won’t have it on any of my devices.

In a fresh broadside against one of the world’s most popular technology companies, the Justice Department has accused TikTok of harnessing the capability to gather bulk information on users based on views on divisive social issues like gun control, abortion and religion.

07/28/2024

FOR SALE: HP Laserjet p3015 monochrome laser printer. Excellent condition, pulled from corporate service with good toner supply left in the cartridge. MUCH cheaper to run than an inkjet!

Ethernet and USB only, no wi-fi.