(NEXSTAR) – In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option. IRS Direct File launched as a pilot ...

iOS 26 adoption is split, with trackers showing sharply different results. Design changes and early bugs are making users hesitant to update. Security fixes may be the strongest reason to install iOS ...

Taxes for 2025 are due for most of us by April 15, 2026, which falls on a Wednesday. If you don't expect to file by then, you can request a six-month extension. If you filed electronically and chose ...

The IRS will open the 2026 tax season in a few days, but you'll need your W-2 to begin the personal income tax-filing process. The IRS received more than 11 million tax returns by the end of January ...

iOS 26’s Liquid Glass user interface brings dramatic change to the iPhone, so it’s no surprise that some people hate it. If the new translucent look is just not for you, you can tweak or turn off ...

In iOS 26.2, released in December 2025, Apple has added a new optional feature that provides the Reminders app with a more urgent notification system. When you need to ensure you don't miss an ...

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There is a brand new iPhone operating system software to install on your iPhone (arriving on September 15, 2025). Before you update your iPhone, read on to find out how iOS 26 compares to iOS 19 and ...

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