Author: Trail Current Tech
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What Apple’s Quiet iOS Child Safety Updates Mean for Families
Apple has made a series of subtle updates to parental controls and child safety settings in recent iOS releases. This article explains what has changed, why it matters for families, and what parents should review to keep settings aligned with how their children actually use devices. Small updates that quietly change behaviour Apple rarely makes…
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Why Australians Aren’t Being Told How Government Uses Automated Decision-Making
Automated decision-making (ADM) systems including AI and algorithmic tools are now embedded across many government services. They help allocate social services, determine eligibility for benefits and process taxation outcomes. But a recent review by the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner shows most agencies aren’t transparent about how they’re using these systems and that matters…
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Why every iPhone user should update to iOS 26 now: a plain language guide
What’s going on with iPhone security In January 2026, Apple issued a rare and urgent security warning to iPhone users worldwide. The company confirmed that sophisticated spyware attacks are actively exploiting weaknesses in older versions of iOS and in many cases the only protection is to update to the latest software. This is not theoretical.…
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TikTok’s age detection rollout and why it actually matters
Most technology changes that affect families do not arrive with fanfare. They show up quietly, tucked into system updates or policy adjustments, and only become noticeable once behaviour starts to change. TikTok’s decision to roll out automated age detection tools across Europe falls squarely into that category. Instead of relying only on users to type…
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I Built a Smart Home Hub From Scratch Using AI. Here’s What I Learned
I Built a Home Hub Using AI. Not as a Demo – As a Real Product. Like most families, we didn’t have a “tech problem”. We had a thousand small, everyday problems. What’s on this week? Who’s got what on after school? What are we doing for dinner Monday to Friday? Why are tasks, notes,…
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The Tech That Will Quietly Change Your Life by 2026 (Whether You’re Ready or Not)
Most “future tech” articles shout about flying cars or robots taking jobs. That’s not what’s actually happening. The technology that will change your life by 2026 isn’t loud or dramatic. In many cases, you won’t even notice it at first. It will quietly sit in the background, nudging how we learn, work, create, and make…
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ChatGPT’s New Shopping Feature: How OpenAI is Revolutionizing Product Research in 2024
OpenAI has rolled out a new shopping research feature within ChatGPT, aiming to assist users in finding the right products more efficiently. This development represents a shift towards more integrated AI services in everyday activities like shopping. It sets the stage for a smoother and more personalised digital shopping experience, combining AI’s strengths with user…
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OpenAI Names Denise Dresser Chief Revenue Officer Amid Rapid Growth
OpenAI has appointed Denise Dresser as its new Chief Revenue Officer, marking a key leadership expansion during a period of rapid growth. As OpenAI scales its business platform, this move signals a strategic focus on managing commercial opportunities and partnerships. Dresser’s experience will be central to navigating the next phase of OpenAI’s development in a…
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RingConn Smart Ring Review 2025: Honest Daily Use Test of the Gen 2 Air and Gen 2
A real-world Australian review of the RingConn Gen 2 Air and Gen 2 smart rings. Hands-on sleep tracking results, syncing issues, customer support experience, and whether RingConn is worth buying in 2025.
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Transform Your Home: 5 Must-Have Smart Automations!
This article highlights five essential automations that can transform a basic smart home into a truly intelligent living space. By implementing these simple setups, you can enhance convenience and efficiency, making your home feel more responsive to your needs. I finally setup automation to make my home smart instead of just a voice command assistant.…
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