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The Forerunner 965 is one of five Forerunner smartwatches eligible to download and install Beta Version 24.10. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new updates for popular mid-range smartwatches before future major stable rollout

Garmin continues to prepare to deliver v24.xx software to its older Forerunner smartwatches. Available across the Forerunner 165, Forerunner 255, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965, Beta Version 24.10 is the first new update in ove...

Alex Alderson, 23 Jul 2025 02:06

Trailer confirms EA Sports FC 26 on Switch 2 will have same current-gen features as Series X and PS5 game

Nintendo fans will soon have access to the latest EA Sports FC 26 innovations. For the first time, the Switch 2 game will boast identical features as other current-gen consoles. Improved Switch 2 specs have encouraged more third-p...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Jul 2025 21:44

Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown retail box art is shown (Image source: Amazon with edits)

Test Drive Unlimited dev downplays low Steam player counts, claiming stronger support as a PS5 game

Even with depressing Steam player counts, Nacon continues to update Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown. A developer for the racing title claims it has more support as a PS5 game. Sebastian Waxin warns critics against depending on si...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Jul 2025 18:05

The Fenix 8 is set to receive a major update later this season with over 100 changes. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update for flagship smartwatches with focus mode improvements and other changes

Garmin has furnished its beta testers with a new update for those who own an Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8 or Tactix 8. Following on Beta Version 17.17, the new update arrives as Beta Version 17.18 with fresh bug fixes and a new cust...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jul 2025 17:53

The battery-halving update is now forcefully installed on remaining Pixel 4a holdouts. Pictured: the phone. (Image source: Google)

Google forces battery-halving update on last Pixel 4a holdouts

Earlier in 2025, Google released an unexpected update for the Pixel 4a, which essentially halved the battery capacity. While there was seemingly a way to avoid auto-updating, the company has now "forced" the update on remaining ho...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jul 2025 12:51

Winlator 10.1 is now available to download. Pictured: a promo image of the RedMagic Astra. (Image source: RedMagic and brunodev85 - edited)

Winlator 10.1 update brings key improvements to Windows game emulator for Android

After a brief hiatus in development, brunodev85 has released a new update for Winlator. Dubbed as 10.1, this latest version of the Windows game emulator for Android brings several improvements, including the updated Box64 v0.3.6.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Jul 2025 08:51

No Rest for the Wicked artwork with Xbox consoles below (Image source: Moon Studios, Microsoft Gaming with edits)

No Rest for the Wicked studio isn't prioritizing the Series X, as Xbox console strategy remains unclear

Gamers could find fewer titles releasing on the Xbox Series X|S. The Moon Studios co-founder hinted that No Rest for the Wicked may not come to Microsoft's gaming systems. Although a delay is more likely, confusion exists about th...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Jul 2025 21:46

Donkey Kong Bananza is causing motion sickness, but the Switch 2 game has settings that can help

Donkey Kong Bananza is full of fast-paced exploring and destructiveness. Sadly, the furious action is causing motion sickness with some players. With the auto-adjusting camera system likely to blame, some settings can minimize diz...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Jul 2025 18:13

A promotional image for WhatsApp on Windows 11 showing off the chat user interface against a beige colored background. (Image Source: Microsoft Store)

WhatsApp ditches native Windows 11 app in favor of Microsoft WebView2

A new update for WhatsApp Beta has replaced the native Windows 11 version of the app with a heavier, more hungry WebView2-based wrapper to bring it more in line with the default browser experience.

Rohith Bhaskar, 21 Jul 2025 14:11

Huawei Pura 80 Pro+ (Image Source: Huawei)

Here’s when your Huawei device will receive the HarmonyOS 5.1 update

Huawei has confirmed the HarmonyOS 5.1 update will arrive on its flagship phones and tablets by the end of July, starting a rollout that was first announced for this month.

Antony Muchiri, 21 Jul 2025 11:57

After payment processors prompt removal of Steam games, journalists investigating the censorship resign

Many Steam games are no longer available at the request of payment providers. Ana Valens, formerly of Vice, believes that activist groups have too much influence over payment processors and Valve's marketplace. The writer who labe...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Jul 2025 04:00

The Vivoactive 5 has received a software update (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin improves its AMOLED smartwatch with another software update

Some Garmin smartwatch owners are getting a new update. Users should benefit from a bug fix and a few other changes. The new software update to firmware version 15.01 is now being rolled out for the Vivoactive 5.

Silvio Werner, 21 Jul 2025 03:20

Portal 2 co-op permanently activates mic, showing quirks with Switch 2 backward compatibility

The Switch 2 specs include an internal microphone, which may seem like a convenience. On the other hand, the Portal 2 Switch version offers no option to turn off voice chat. Despite the console's native backward compatibility, som...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Jul 2025 22:37

Mobvoi TicNote debuts as AI agent-powered voice recorder

Mobvoi asserts that its latest digital voice recorder can transcribe the content of lectures, conferences or calls in over 100 languages. It is also the first of its line to come powered by Shadow, a new AI agent rated to generate...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jul 2025 18:27

Turns out Android phones also double-up as seismometers in your pocket. (Image Source: Google)

This quintessential smartphone feature can save your life in the event of an earthquake

Android phones can effectively function as pocket seismometers thanks to the Android Earthquake Alerts system. The system uses the smartphone's accelerometer and crowdsources data about early P waves in the location to send out ad...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 20 Jul 2025 16:57

A Japanese survey may predict a troubling future for Square Enix and its Final Fantasy games

A Japanese company conducting market research polled 180,000 gamers in the country. The results show which titles younger buyers are flocking to. Several Square Enix games, including Final Fantasy releases, are struggling to find ...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Jul 2025 05:19

Linux reaches 5% desktop OS market share indicating rising adoption among consumers and gamers. (Image generated via ChatGPT)

2025 could finally be the year of the Linux desktop as the OS attains 5% US desktop market share for the first time

The latest StatCounter numbers show Linux gaining 5.03% of the US desktop OS market share. This continues the trend of Linux gaining traction among desktop users and gamers, a likely side effect of cessation of Windows 10 support ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 Jul 2025 16:46

Garmin's latest beta update brings 16 changes to the Tactix 8 and other high-end smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases major new update to flagship smartwatches with over a dozen improvements

Garmin has offered up another new v17.xx update on its Beta Program. The fifth so far, Beta Version 17.17 introduces more than a dozen new features, bug fixes and improvements to the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8, Tactix 8 before an ...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2025 02:29

Asus dumpster fire video teaser (Image source: GNCA on YouTube)

Gamers Nexus highlights Asus vulnerabilities as 2025 exploits hit routers and bloatware

Gamers Nexus reports that Asus faces multiple security issues in 2025, with active exploits targeting its routers and flaws affecting utilities like DriverHub, MyAsus, and Armory Crate. The coverage warns that persistent backdoors...

Sebastian Jankowski, 19 Jul 2025 01:03

OpenAI ChatGPT Agent AI can both handle complex work tasks and pose a financial and safety risk for users. (Image source: Grok AI)

OpenAI unveils ChatGPT Agent: AI for complex tasks with a higher risk of financial theft and bioweapon creation

ChatGPT OpenAI Agent has computer and web access to complete complex tasks on its own, with improved AI LLM performance versus prior models. However, the AI is also potentially more dangerous, including the possibility of unauthor...

David Chien, 18 Jul 2025 23:19

Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World characters (Image source: Nintendo of America edits)

Donkey Kong Bananza characters could appear in future Mario Kart World DLC after discovery in credits

The Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World credits have some curious similarities. Two voice actors who appear in the 3D platformer also participate in the kart racing Switch 2 game. Now, some gamers expect the characters to bec...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Jul 2025 22:49

Zen Browser updates to latest Firefox version and fixes Linux performance bugs

Zen Browser is a recent fork of Firefox that focusses on privacy, aesthetics, and workflow optimisation. With its latest Twilight beta update, Zen has improved on a bunch of features that differentiate it from Firefox and added a ...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jul 2025 21:19

An iPhone Fold render. (Image source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

iOS 26 for the iPhone Fold tipped to debut new Depth Pro feature

iOS 26 is fast becoming one of the most controversial upcoming software update for iPhones in history already. It might also be one of the most interesting, though, not the least because it could be the first of its line to have a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2025 19:47

New billboards after Cyberpunk 2077 update 2.3 suggest that gambling could come to Night City

Currently, only Cyberpunk 2077 mods allow for any type of gambling. That may change after suspicious billboards arrived with a recent patch. The Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.3 added advertisements for casinos visible when cruising arou...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Jul 2025 17:25

Elden Ring developer FromSoftware rumored to be working on another game besides The Duskbloods

A new report describes how the Elden Ring masterminds are developing an unannounced title. The next FromSoftware game has a codename that could signify the rumored Dark Souls 3 Remastered. Even so, some fans are hoping for an orig...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Jul 2025 01:48

The rumored late Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date is concerning fans of the shooter game

The Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date may come a bit later than some gamers had anticipated. A well-known leaker suggests that the first-person shooter won't arrive until November 14th. Following few official announcements, B...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Jul 2025 20:29

The Fenix 8 is one of several smartwatches in line for System Software 15.33. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new software for high-end smartwatches with future major update planned

Garmin has quietly updated its latest batch of high-end smartwatches with a new update. Initially offered on its Beta Program before moving to its stable software branch, the new update precedes a much larger one that should be ar...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jul 2025 20:02

Amazfit’s software version 3.9.4.4 has arrived for the T-Rex 3 (pictured). (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch update arrives with new HYROX mode

Zepp Health is rolling out software version 3.9.4.4 for the T-Rex 3 smartwatch. This update brings a new HYROX Training workout, alongside a couple of zoom functions. Plus, the release brings a range of optimizations relating to m...

Polly Allcock, 17 Jul 2025 19:06

Philips Hue lights (pictured) are receiving software version 1.122.8/20250213. (Image source: Philips Hue)

New Philips Hue smart light update rolling out to bulbs and lamps

The Philips Hue software version 1.122.8/20250213 has arrived. The company has yet to officially announce this release, though it has already been reported by multiple users. It appears to be a relatively minor update bringing bug...

Polly Allcock, 17 Jul 2025 18:02

The Amazfit Balance 2 (pictured) is receiving a new running workout in its latest update. (Image source: Amazfit via Weibo)

Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch gains new running feature in update

The Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch is receiving a new global update: software version 3.16.0.3. This release brings a new running workout to the wearable, as well as a change to the tap-to-wake feature. The company also indicates th...

Polly Allcock, 17 Jul 2025 12:15

Beeper adds 'Plus' subscription with AI transcription and enhanced privacy

Beeper, known for its iMessage on Android effort , is launching "Beeper Plus," a subscription adding features like AI transcription alongside a privacy update for local, end-to-end encrypted connect.

Antony Muchiri, 17 Jul 2025 09:05

Compatible Steam Deck games now include a popular title with anti cheat, as Linux gaming gains traction

Gradually, more Windows titles with kernel-level anti-cheat protection are becoming compatible Steam Deck games. Umamusume: Pretty Derby may soon become verified for the handheld gaming PC. Aided by the Proton compatibility layer,...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Jul 2025 00:50

Hotfix version 6.18 is now available for the Garmin Forerunner 570 (pictured) and Forerunner 970 smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin Forerunner smartwatches get hotfix for ghost touch issue

Garmin has released another hotfix for the recently launched Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches. This stable update tackles an issue with false inputs on the wearables’ touchscreen. However, customers have reported a c...

Polly Allcock, 16 Jul 2025 23:04

The audio player is just one of several official apps for the Mudita Kompakt (Image source: Mudita)

Minimalist e-ink phone: These updates could make the Mudita Kompakt even better

The Mudita Kompakt is a smartphone with an e-ink display that supposedly offers a simple and distraction-free experience. The device has now received an update 1.2, which contains several improvements for maps, sideloading and mor...

Alexander Pensler, 16 Jul 2025 22:55

Limited edition PlayStation 5 Pro 30th Anniversary console in retro gray with two matching DualSense controllers, a carrying case, and a controller charging dock. (Image Source: Sony Interactive Entertainment)

PS5 Pro software update rumored for May 2026 could enable 60 FPS support for GTA 6

A new rumour suggests Sony is working on a major performance update for one of its consoles. Recent comments from Mark Cerny hint that engineering efforts tied to next-gen hardware may play a key role.

Anmol Dubey, 16 Jul 2025 20:57

Donkey Kong Bananza performance review criticizes use of FSR 1 over DLSS and jarring frame rate drops

According to Digital Foundry, Nintendo's first-party Switch 2 game is an innovative 3D platformer. Even so, image clarity often suffers from the questionable use of FSR 1 instead of DLSS upscaling. Also, frame rates that plummet t...

Adam Corsetti, 16 Jul 2025 20:22

The Garmin Instinct 3 smartwatches (Solar pictured) are receiving a new beta update. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin beta smartwatch update fixes flashlight issue

Beta version 10.18 has arrived for some Garmin smartwatches. This release tackles a range of issues linked to the flashlight, Backcountry Skiing and the Jump Rope activity. Plus, users of the Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar an...

Polly Allcock, 16 Jul 2025 20:22

The Anbernic RG34XX SP running muOS Pixie. (Image source: Retro Handhelds)

Anbernic RG34XX and RG35XX devices shown to run Nintendo GameCube games thanks to new custom firmware

The Anbernic development community remains alive and well. While the company continues to focus on new devices, several community members have managed to get GameCube games working on RG34XX and RG35XX series devices running the h...

Alex Alderson, 16 Jul 2025 18:00

GTA 6 artwork with Jason, Lucia, and dollar sign (Image source: Rockstar Games with edits)

Venture capital firm predicts $80 GTA 6 price, generating $7.6 billion by 60 days after release date

If one investment firm is correct, GTA 6 will demolish previous sales records within two months. Konvoy believes that buyers will be more than accepting of a $80 GTA 6 price. Rockstar Games will earn additional revenue from subscr...

Adam Corsetti, 16 Jul 2025 01:08

Amazfit’s Active 2 (Round) smartwatch (pictured) is receiving an update. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit releases new Active 2 update with strength training fix

Amazfit is pushing an update to the Active 2 (Round) smartwatch. Software version 6.1.20.3 is a relatively minor update, fixing a bug linked to strength workouts. However, it is unclear whether it resolves another issue flagged af...

Polly Allcock, 15 Jul 2025 22:19

The Output Co-Producer plugin for digital audio workstations leverages AI to create new music audio variations quickly. (Image source: Output)

Output adds Re-imagine to its Co-Producer plugin for digital audio workstations: AI-generated music sample variations

Output Co-Producer uses AI to generate endless sound sample variations from text prompts or existing tracks. Compatible with major DAWs, the plugin streamlines remixing and idea generation while avoiding copyright issues.

David Chien, 15 Jul 2025 22:19

SteamOS beta expands support for the Lenovo Legion Go S gaming handheld with built-in RGB controls

The latest SteamOS beta update brings additional support for the Lenovo Legion Go S hardware, again making it evident that it is dedicated to the widespread adoption of the Linux-based OS.

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jul 2025 20:12

A Rivian EV running Google Maps. (Image source: Rivian)

Finally, Google Maps comes to Rivian R1T and R1S replacing annoying stock navigation

Both first- and second-generation Rivian R1T and R1S EVs are finally getting a much-requested update to navigation thanks to Google Maps integration. Rivian drivers should start seeing the update as there are no rollout timelines ...

Vineet Washington, 15 Jul 2025 19:02

Stop Killing Games gains traction with EU parliament official - 'A game, once sold, belongs to the customer, not the company'

Stop Killing Games has largely put its weight behind an EU Citizen's Initiative, and that seems to be paying off, as the movement to protect the ownership of video games has earned its first endorsement in the EU parliament.

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jul 2025 18:27

Mockup showing Donkey Kong Bananza as a Switch game (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Donkey Kong Bananza devs describe benefits of Switch 2 specs and share original Switch game screenshot

A new Nintendo interview offers insight into how the Switch limited Donkey Kong Bananza development. Only as a Switch 2 game could the title's destructible environments become a reality. For the first time, the developers also pro...

Adam Corsetti, 15 Jul 2025 18:02

Software version 3.2.10.1 for the Amazfit Bip 6 smartwatch (pictured) is rolling out globally. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Bip 6 gets Zepp OS 5.0 in new update

Amazfit’s Bip 6 smartwatch is getting Zepp OS 5.0 with its latest software update. This brings a couple of new features to the wearable, like the ability to adjust the font size. Another arrival is Zepp Flow 2.0, which is accompan...

Polly Allcock, 15 Jul 2025 17:16

Home Assistant app (pictured) version 2025.6 has arrived. (Image source: Home Assistant)

Home Assistant releases new app update with server-related changes

Home Assistant app version 2025.6 for iOS and Android has arrived. It brings a few changes to users of the open source smart home automation software, including an improvement for server organization. Plus, for Apple device users,...

Polly Allcock, 15 Jul 2025 16:48

Amazfit’s Helio Strap (pictured) is receiving software version 3.0.6.4. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit improves Helio Strap’s heart rate features in new update

The Amazfit Helio Strap is receiving another software update. This latest release for the recently launched fitness tracker is said to improve two of its heart rate related features. Plus, the change log for software version 3.0.6...

Polly Allcock, 15 Jul 2025 13:01

The Gunk screenshot showing players fighting the infection

Deal | Under $2 Steam sale: 3D puzzle platformer-meets cleaning simulator with gorgeous atmospheric world and standout narrrative gets staggering discount

The Gunk is on sale on Steam for 93% off, bringing the atmospheric sci-fi puzzle platformer down to just $1.74. The puzzle platformer has Very Positive reviews on Steam and is known for its stunning visuals, fun satisfying gamepla...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jul 2025 01:33