🔧 Geeks On The Go – Tech Week in Review

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Jul 6
2 min read

1. 🧠 AI Gets Smarter – Again

OpenAI, Google, and Meta all unveiled small updates this week to their flagship AI models, emphasizing better memory, multimodal capabilities, and smoother integration into business tools. This steady AI arms race means smarter tech is headed to your phone, home, and office — fast.

Why it matters:

More apps are now “AI-aware,” which means voice assistants, smart TVs, and even thermostats are getting better at anticipating what you need before you ask.

2. 💻 Windows 10 Nears the End – Start Upgrading Now

Microsoft reminded users this week that support for Windows 10 officially ends in October 2025. No more updates. No more patches. If you’re still using Windows 10, it’s time to plan your upgrade to Windows 11 or a new machine entirely.

Geeks On The Go Tip:

Need help transitioning safely? Call us for data transfers, software compatibility checks, or just peace of mind.

3. 📶 Wi-Fi 7 Routers Hit Retail Shelves

Next-gen Wi-Fi 7 routers are here — offering insane speeds, ultra-low latency, and better performance in crowded environments. While most homes don’t need one yet, early adopters and gamers are already raving about the speed boosts.

What to do:

If you’re struggling with streaming, laggy Zoom calls, or smart home bottlenecks, a Wi-Fi upgrade could be a game changer.

4. ☁️ iCloud+ Adds Family Password Sharing

Apple added a long-requested feature this week — letting families securely share passwords and passkeys using iCloud+. It’s a big win for digital organization and security, especially for households juggling accounts for kids, parents, and shared services.

Tech Tip: Make sure 2FA is enabled across all your accounts before sharing access.

5. 🔒 Scam Alert: Summer Phishing Spikes

We’ve seen a sharp rise in phishing texts and emails pretending to be delivery notifications or payment alerts. Scammers are using more AI to sound convincing — especially during summer sales events.

Rule of thumb: Never click links in texts from unknown senders. If it seems suspicious, it probably is. Need a second opinion? Send it to us.

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