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Google updated its privacy policy on Oct. 16, saying data shared through Personal Intelligence may inform ad personalization, while denying ads are based directly on Gmail or Photos.

• Speaks 4 Me Online Team
• October 24, 2026

Google’s policy, effective Oct. 16, says data users share from Gmail, Photos or Drive with eligible services may inform personalized ads.

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• October 24, 2026

A Sixty and Me column reviews five history-related books, from Philippa Gregory’s Tudor novel to biographies and a 2026 study of war and economics.

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• October 22, 2026

Qunnect’s Qu-MEM, built on Stony Brook-patented research, was named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 in the Experimental category.

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• October 16, 2026

Help family stay connected this holiday season with the VTech SN5147, a senior-friendly phone with a corded base, cordless handset, and call blocking.

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• October 15, 2026

A practical look at LETAOTAO magnetic-closure pants for easier dressing, comfortable wear and low-fuss holiday gatherings.

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• October 13, 2026

See how the VTech SN5147’s large buttons, loud ringer, call blocking, and corded base can support easier calling at home this holiday season.

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• October 11, 2026

The CPSC says The Conqueror is recalling Avengers medals because swallowed magnets can cause serious injury or death and the medals violate a mandatory standard.

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• October 11, 2026

A Sixty and Me writer describes stronger passwords and easier phone logins, alongside master-password worries and account-management friction.

• Speaks 4 Me Online Team
• October 2, 2026