Kristina Terech

Computing Writer

Kristina is a UK-based Computing Writer, and is interested in all things computing, software, tech, mathematics and science. Previously, she has written articles about popular culture, economics, and miscellaneous other topics.


She has a personal interest in the history of mathematics, science, and technology; in particular, she closely follows AI and philosophically-motivated discussions.


As well as being interested in STEM, she enjoys a variety of other activities - everything from art to cooking to languages. If there is an ongoing exhibition of any nature, there’s a good chance she has already seen it or at least heard of it. She likes making things with her hands - origami animals, needlecraft, papercraft, new recipes, shadow puppets - whatever catches her fancy that week. 

She has dedicated a good chunk of her life to The Sims and enjoys Minecraft, and the fastest way to win her approval is a 10/10 picture of a raccoon (that she hasn’t seen before).

Articles by: Kristina Terech

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In praise of Google Keep: an ode to the digital notebook for modern minds

By Kristina Terech Published

This is my favorite app to take quick notes digitally and keep them in one location, offering a lot in terms of organization and accessibility.

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Elon Musk brings controversial AI chatbot Grok to more X users in bid to halt exodus

By Kristina Terech Published

Elon Musk announces that he’s broadening access to Grok, claiming to challenge norms and industry leader Open AI, amid ongoing X user drain and OpenAI lawsuit

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Want Windows 11's old Task Manager back? It's easy – here's how

By Kristina Terech Published

Windows 11 users can access the older Task Manager design via a few steps, offering a simpler alternative to the new design which might seem more complex to some.

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Google Gemini AI looks like it’s coming to Android tablets and could coexist with Google Assistant (for now)

By Kristina Terech Published

Google is bringing Gemini AI to Android tablets, coworking with Google Assistant, offering users choice and enhanced capabilities in digital assistance.

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WhatsApp hits fast forward (and rewind) with a new video feature, rolling out to iOS and Android users very soon

By Kristina Terech Published

WhatsApp introduces a feature to fast forward and rewind more easily, enhancing the user experience, as part of a larger set of new features.

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Google Search is rolling out its AI-generated answers – whether you want them or not

By Kristina Terech Published

Google experiments with adding AI-generated overviews in search results, expanding to more users, sparking discussion on the future of its search experience.

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Spotify finally unveils a desktop app miniplayer to end window-juggling, but there's a catch

By Kristina Terech Published

Spotify introduces desktop miniplayer for Premium users, streamlining music control and enhancing the multitasking experience with a compact interface.

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Microsoft Edge is getting flashy new Copilot features and Designer app for photo editing - but is that enough to beat Chrome?

By Kristina Terech Published

Microsoft Edge introduces new image magnification mode, a Copilot Notebook option, and Designer app integration.

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Microsoft’s Notepad goes from a simple text editor to a mini-Word thanks to spell check and autocorrect - but could it lose its charm?

By Kristina Terech Published

Microsoft's Notepad sees significant feature updates, introducing spell check and autocorrect, sparking user discussion about whether the simple text editor is all that simple.

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Google Chrome is enlisting Windows Hello’s help so you can log in more easily and stay secure

By Kristina Terech Published

Google Chrome plans to make Windows Hello the default for logins, enhancing security and simplifying user experience with biometric or PIN authentication.

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Sam Altman hints at the future of AI and GPT-5 - and big things are coming

By Kristina Terech Published

OpenAI's Altman reveals GPT-5 plans, discusses board dramatics and Musk's lawsuit in a cryptic interview, teasing major AI advancements.

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Microsoft announces Garnet - a new open source tool that could make apps run faster

By Kristina Terech Published

Microsoft's Garnet: An open-source cache-store system looking to ramp up app speed and efficiency, and available for free download from GitHub

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Get ready to learn about what Windows 11 of the future looks like at Microsoft’s March 21 event

By Kristina Terech Published

Microsoft's March event teases AI-driven Windows features like NPU-driven Paint feature and AI Explorer, promising a transformative digital experience for users.

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Microsoft makes big promises with new ‘AI PCs’ that will come with AI Explorer feature for Windows 11

By Kristina Terech Published

Microsoft continues integrating AI into its products, promising revolutionary user experiences.

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The underappreciated feature you never knew you needed: Clipboard History in Windows 10 and Windows 11

By Kristina Terech Published

Explore Windows 11's Clipboard History feature, easily managing copied items and pinning favorites with just a few clicks for enhanced productivity.

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Microsoft is axing support for Android apps, leaving users to search for other solutions

By Kristina Terech Published

Microsoft is discontinuing Android app support for Windows, leaving users to look for alternatives to run their favorite Android apps and games.

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ChatGPT takes the mic as OpenAI unveils the Read Aloud feature for your listening pleasure

By Kristina Terech Published

OpenAI introduces 'Read Aloud' feature for ChatGPT, allowing users to listen to responses in five voices, enhancing accessibility and usability.

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Feeling lost in the concrete jungles of the world? Fear not, Google Maps introduces a new feature to help you find entrances and exits

By Kristina Terech Published

Google Maps experiments with entrance markers for selected buildings, aiming to streamline navigation and ease entry and exit dilemmas for users.

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Google Drive is about to get much better at video and search — and it's about time

By Kristina Terech Published

Google Drive enhances user experience with faster video loading and more advanced search filters, optimizing storage for productivity in Google Workspace.

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Say goodbye to the recent Blue Screen of Death drama in your life with these new fixes from Intel

By Kristina Terech Published

Intel releases Wi-Fi and Bluetooth updates for Windows 11, resolving BSOD issues and enhancing device stability and connectivity.

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Google has just made Chrome’s search suggestions smarter, even when you’re offline or using Incognito Mode

By Kristina Terech Published

Google Chrome's latest update enhances search functionality, offering smarter suggestions offline and improved relevance in Incognito Mode, leveling up your browsing.

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Say cheese! You'll soon be able to turn your Android phone into a wireless PC webcam in Windows 11

By Kristina Terech Published

Windows 11 introduces a new feature allowing users to utilize their Android devices as webcams, offering flexibility and improved quality.

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Microsoft’s Windows 11 nagging is set to hit new heights - so Windows 10 Pro users prepare yourselves

By Kristina Terech Published

Microsoft aggressively nudges Windows 10 users toward Windows 11, sparking criticism for disregarding user choice and resorting to pushy tactics.

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It might be time to bid adieu to your Apple ID - and say hello to your Apple Account instead

By Kristina Terech Published

Apple considers rebranding Apple ID to Apple Account, possibly coinciding with new OS releases, maybe hinting at evolution of its products and services.

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Google Gemini's new Calendar capabilities take it one step closer to being your ultimate personal assistant

By Kristina Terech Published

Gemini, Google’s family of AI generative models is getting Google Calendar capabilities, enhancing it as a digital assistant.

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