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Have you ever found yourself squinting at your computer screen to decipher tiny text or make out the details of an image? Well, you’re not alone. 

Fortunately, there’s a nifty trick that can save your eyes: zooming in. It’s a simple yet effective way to enhance your browsing experience, whether you’re working, shopping or just surfing the web.

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If you want to zoom in and out on browser text on a Mac, we’ve got those step-by-step instructions here.

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A man on a PC (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

How to use the keyboard to zoom in and out on a PC

Let’s start with the basics. If you need a quick zoom in or out on your browser window on your PC, here’s how to do it.

  • Just hold down one of the Control keys and press the Plus (+) or Minus (-) key to zoom in and out, respectively.

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Using the keyboard to zoom in and out on PC (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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How to use your mouse wheel to zoom in and out on a PC

Prefer using your mouse to zoom in and out? No problem.

  • Hold down Control again, but this time, use your mouse wheel.
  • Scroll up to zoom in and down to zoom out. This method gives you the same control as the keyboard method, with a twist of your wrist.

Using the keyboard and the mouse to zoom in and out on PC (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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The Magnifier: Beyond the browser

Sometimes, you need to see more than just the browser text on your PC.

  • For full-screen magnification, hold down the Windows button and press the Plus (+) key.

Using the Magnifier tool to zoom in and out on PC (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • This will open the Magnifier tool.

Using the Magnifier tool to zoom in and out on PC (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • The Magnifier Tool allows you to zoom in and out by pressing the Plus (+) or Minus (-).

Using the Magnifier tool to zoom in and out on PC (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • You can also move your cursor to the edges of the screen to navigate around.

Using the Magnifier tool to zoom in and out on PC (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

  • When you’re done, simply click the X on the window to exit zoom mode.

Click the X to exit zoom mode (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Zooming in on your computer screen is more than just a trick; it’s a way to adapt technology to your needs. Whether it’s for accessibility or comfort, the ability to zoom in and out with ease ensures that everything you need to see is within view. So the next time you’re struggling to read that small print or want a closer look at a web page, remember these simple shortcuts.

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The Setapp Mobile iOS store is shutting down on February 16th

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Setapp Mobile was a bold, breakthrough project that aimed to provide EU iOS users with access to alternative app marketplaces – creating a new app ecosystem where both developers and users could thrive. We are proud of what we have accomplished with it over the past two years and still believe passionately in this vision.

As a result of still-evolving commercial conditions, we have determined that it is not viable to continue development or support for Setapp Mobile within Setapp’s current business model.

While we are disappointed to discontinue Setapp Mobile, we are looking forward to pursuing the development of other innovations. We are excited to focus efforts on various projects that will launch later this year. This includes Eney, a first-of-its-kind AI assistant native to macOS, and new enhancements to Setapp Desktop.

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Breakthrough device promises to detect glucose without needles

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The idea of tracking blood sugar without needles has challenged health tech for years. For people with diabetes, constant monitoring is critical, yet the tools remain uncomfortable and invasive. Finger pricks hurt. Traditional continuous glucose monitors still sit under the skin. That daily burden adds up fast.

Recently, one small device has been drawing significant attention for tackling that problem in a very different way.

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A small breath-based device called isaac aims to alert users to glucose changes without needles or sensors under the skin. (PreEvnt)

Why noninvasive glucose tracking matters

Blood sugar levels can rise or fall quickly. When changes go unnoticed, the risks increase, from long-term organ damage to sudden hypoglycemia. Monitoring can be especially difficult for:

  • Small children
  • Older adults
  • Anyone who struggles with needles

At the same time, glucose tracking has surged among people without diabetes. As GLP-1 medications gain popularity, many people now track their blood sugar to understand how food affects their bodies. The need for simpler tools keeps growing.

Even Apple has spent years trying to bring no-prick glucose tracking to wearables. Despite heavy investment, the feature has yet to arrive.

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Instead of finger pricks, the device analyzes acetone and other compounds in exhaled breath linked to blood sugar levels. (PreEvnt)

How the PreEvnt isaac monitors glucose using breath

One of the most talked-about health devices at CES 2026 came from PreEvnt. Its product, called isaac, takes a nontraditional approach to glucose awareness. Instead of piercing skin or using optical sensors, isaac analyzes your breath. 

The device measures volatile organic compounds, especially acetone, which has long been associated with rising blood glucose. That sweet fruity breath is a known marker of diabetes. By detecting changes in those compounds, isaac can alert users to potential glucose events. The device is small, about the size of a quarter, with a loop so it can be worn on a lanyard or clipped to clothing or a bag.

The breath-based design is intended to reduce how often users need finger-prick blood tests, while providing early alerts for glucose-related changes.

The device is named after the inventor’s grandson, Isaac, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at just 2 years old. The inventor, Bud Wilcox, wanted to reduce the number of painful finger pricks his grandson faced each day. That personal motivation led to years of collaboration with scientists, designers and engineers. Research and development included work with Indiana University under the direction of Dr. M. Agarwal. The goal was simple but ambitious: Alert families to blood sugar events earlier while reducing the physical and emotional toll of constant testing.

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How the isaac device fits into daily life

Isaac is designed to fit into everyday routines. Users breathe into the device, which processes the reading and sends the data to a companion smartphone app. The app, still in its final stages of development, focuses on awareness and safety. Current features include:

  • A timeline for logging meals
  • A history of breath readings
  • Alerts that can notify emergency contacts

This matters because people with diabetes can become disoriented or incapacitated during hypoglycemic events. Early alerts give caregivers or family members a chance to step in. A single charge lasts all day and supports multiple breath tests. The device comes with a USB-C charging cradle and cable.

Who isaac is designed for

According to PreEvnt, isaac is being developed for:

  • Type 1 diabetics
  • Type 2 diabetics
  • Prediabetics

It may also appeal to people focused on metabolic health. As mentioned, the device is still undergoing development and FDA review and is not yet for sale in the U.S. The companion app will launch on iOS and Android closer to availability.

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Designed for everyday use, the isaac wearable device pairs with a smartphone app to log readings and send alerts when needed. (PreEvnt)

Clinical trials and FDA review for the isaac device

PreEvnt first introduced isaac publicly at CES 2025. Later that year, the device entered active human clinical trials. Those studies compare isaac’s breath-based alerts with traditional blood glucose monitoring methods. 

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Trials began with adolescents who have Type 1 diabetes and later expanded to adults with Type 2 diabetes. The company is now working toward regulatory review with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Because this technology is new, PreEvnt is pursuing a de novo pathway, which allows devices to be evaluated while standards are still being defined. According to the company, regulators have shown strong interest as the data continues to come in.

Isaac does not claim to replace medical-grade glucose meters. The device is being developed to supplement existing monitoring methods by offering breath-based alerts tied to glucose-related changes.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Noninvasive glucose monitoring has long felt like a future promise that never quite arrives. The attention around isaac at CES 2026 suggests that promise may finally be getting closer. If clinical trials continue to deliver strong results and regulators give approval, breathing into a small device could one day replace at least some finger pricks. For families living with diabetes, that shift could make daily life easier and safer.

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Disney deleted a Thread because people kept putting anti-fascist quotes from its movies in the replies

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”Share a Disney quote that sums up how you’re feeling right now!”

That’s what Disney posted on Threads the other day, and people immediately replied with lines from Star Wars, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and even Mary Poppins. The throughline between all the quotes: they were pretty pointedly anti-fascist and clearly aimed at the current administration.

Apparently, Disney either couldn’t handle the anti-fascist messaging of its own movies or was too afraid of pissing off the powers that be, because it quickly deleted the post. Thankfully, one resourceful Threads user recorded it for posterity, reminding us that yes, the human world is, in fact, a mess.

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