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The Philips Hue app (pictured) version 5.46 lacks new features. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue rolls out new minor smart home app update

Philips Hue has shared an update for users of its smart home app. Version 5.46 appears to be a relatively minor release, lacking in new features or improvements. However, a feature has been unlocked for users of the brand’s smart ...

Polly Allcock, 09 Jul 2025 17:14

Garmin's latest update for the Enduro 3 and other smartwatches brings a few new bug fixes to the table. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin offers new update for latest high-end smartwatches with custom focus mode and timer improvements

Garmin has delivered another new update to its current flagship smartwatches as it works towards delivering finalised v17.xx software. The fourth build distributed this beta period, Beta Version 17.14 brings fresh bug fixes to the...

Alex Alderson, 09 Jul 2025 15:25

Google Photos is 10 years old. (Image source: Google)

Google Photos: Image editor to get new design and features in August

We're all familiar with Google's free and popular image editor. According to Mountain View, the Google Photos app (still known to many as Picasa) is set to receive a major update in August. This will not only improve the look of t...

Matthias Zellmer, 09 Jul 2025 12:41

Bitchat sends messages via Bluetooth in order to protect user privacy (Image source: Jack Dorsey, edited)

WhatsApp alternative bitchat sends messages offline to maintain privacy and protect against censorship

The new chat app is designed to transmit messages via Bluetooth, and not over the internet. Thereby, bitchat aims to protect user privacy as it works without a SIM card or even Wi-Fi connection.

Hannes Brecher, 09 Jul 2025 02:02

Croc Legend of the Gobbos screenshot showing Croc jumping over lava

Charming 1997 puzzle platformer remaster gets imminent Steam release

Croc Legend of the Gobbos remaster will launch on Steam "soon," after launching earlier this year on GOG. The remake of the 1997 3D platformer retails for $29.99 and is discounted to $22.49 on GOG, so similar pricing is to be expe...

Julian van der Merwe, 08 Jul 2025 19:01

Vault Boy artwork from Fallout 4 shown (Image source: Epic Games with edits)

Microsoft reportedly focusing on new Fallout games and remasters after Xbox Studios upheaval

Several Xbox games in development may reward patient Fallout fanatics. Fallout 3 Remastered remains in the pipeline, while other spinoffs and sequels are possible. A recent podcast has confirmed that Fallout 5 is unlikely to arriv...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Jul 2025 18:00

Xbox Game Pass Standard banner is shown (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Update | Microsoft accused of misrepresenting Xbox Game Pass profits by ignoring game development costs

With so many day-one Xbox Game Pass games, some analysts question if the service is profitable. There are now indications that Microsoft hasn't considered all the expenses in its calculations. Update: New source claims Game Pass i...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Jul 2025 14:03

PS Plus Premium submission process for classic games revealed, as subscribers demand more additions

One benefit of a PS Plus Premium subscription is a catalog of retro games. Sadly, the library isn't growing as quickly as some gamers would like. A new interview describes how Sony often waits for publishers and developers to subm...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Jul 2025 01:42

Xiaomi is rolling out a new update for the Smart Band 10 (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Smart Band 10 software update introduces new features

Xiaomi is expanding the feature set of a new wearable that hit the global market just a few days ago. Owners of the Xiaomi Band 10 can look forward to new functions, and the general user experience has been improved as well.

Silvio Werner, 07 Jul 2025 19:59

The Velvet Sundown official image on Spotify bio. (Image source: Spotify)

Real or AI: Band confirms use of artificial intelligence for its music on Spotify

While it is hard to establish how much of The Velvet Sundown’s music is AI generated, it has been confirmed that this project involves the support of AI for characters, lyrics, music, and stories. New AI album dropping on July 14....

Vineet Washington, 07 Jul 2025 19:53

A PC running Windows 11, which has become the most popular desktop OS in the world. (Image source: Lenovo)

Windows 11 finally overtakes Windows 10 as world’s top desktop OS

Windows 11 has officially surpassed Windows 10 to become the world’s most popular desktop OS, now running on 52% of all Windows PCs. The milestone comes just months before Windows 10’s end of support, marking a major shift as Micr...

Andrew Sozinov, 07 Jul 2025 17:50

Ubisoft EULA demanding consumers destroy delisted games adds fuel to Stop Killing Games movement

The EULA that accompanies delisted Ubisoft games requires players to destroy their purchases. Stop Killing Games is fighting to keep titles working after companies abandon them. A major representative for EU publishers opposes sol...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Jul 2025 17:24

The Pixel 9 series is said to suffer from several device-breaking bugs after being updated to Google's latest public Android 16 build. (Image source: Triyansh Gill & Unsplash)

Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro owners complain en masse about device-breaking bugs after latest Android 16 update

Google was the first Android OEM to offer stable Android 16 builds to its smartphones. A recent update appears to have caused countless bugs for the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, though. While Google i...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jul 2025 16:08

Final Fantasy 9 banner showing original artwork (Image source: Nintendo of America)

Insider hints at cancellation of Final Fantasy 9 remake as 25th anniversary of Square Enix game arrives

With many Square Enix games reimagining classics, fans thought a Final Fantasy 9 remake was inevitable. Sadly, the 25th anniversary of the RPG may not include a reveal for the PS1 title. A trusted insider claims that, as of a mont...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Jul 2025 00:46

Original Super Smash Bros N64 box art is shown (Image source: Walmart)

Leak hints that Super Smash Bros. is the next N64 game headed to Nintendo Switch Online and Switch consoles

Super Smash Bros. remains conspicuously absent from the Nintendo Switch Online lineup of N64 games. A new leak has given fans hope that it may come to the streaming service on Switch consoles. An official video about Nintendo Clas...

Adam Corsetti, 06 Jul 2025 21:41

An update to Android 16 can cause issues with some glucose monitors (Image source: Abott)

No connection to blood sugar monitor: How Android updates can turn into a health hazard

Connection issues with Bluetooth devices or missing notifications are often just minor inconveniences. However, these can also lead to serious health problems for certain users, such as diabetics who are using a blood sugar monito...

Silvio Werner, 06 Jul 2025 20:06

Connectivity Labs (Image source: Antony Muchiri)

Your Samsung phone has a secret Wi-Fi menu you should start using

CheckMag Connectivity Labs is a handy tool that offers a surprising level of control and diagnostic information for your wireless networking needs.

Antony Muchiri, 06 Jul 2025 17:03

Green Hell screenshot showing amazonian tribesmen in a camp at night

Deal | 75% off on Steam: Devilishly difficult indie open-world survival craft game with 70,000+ positive reviews and intricate gameplay at $6.24 in Summer Sale deal

Green Hell is on sale for just $6.24 during the Steam Summer Sale, thanks to a 75% discount. The challenging open-world survivalcraft staple drops you into the Amazon rainforest and tasks you with survival as you search for your m...

Julian van der Merwe, 05 Jul 2025 23:17

Banner showing day-one Xbox Game Pass games (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Arkane Studios founder suggests day-one Xbox Game Pass games contributed to loss of Microsoft jobs

Some critics claim that Xbox Game Pass played a role in Microsoft closing more game studios. Raphael Colantonio, the founder of Arkane Studios, doesn't think the service benefits developers. As day-one Xbox Game Pass games attract...

Adam Corsetti, 05 Jul 2025 22:00

Mario and Princess Peach in The Super Mario Bros. Movie (Image source: UIP Singapore)

Nintendo suggests films based on other IPs will follow The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros. movies

Nintendo movies premiering at cinemas worldwide may become a regular occurrence. The company's President alluded to future projects at a recent shareholders meeting. Nintendo will release a sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie in...

Adam Corsetti, 04 Jul 2025 23:12

StarRupture screenshot shows player fighting an alien enemy

New open-world co-op survival game coming to Steam in August packs gruelling FPS combat, survival, and factory sim gaming in a hostile alien world

StarRupture is a promising new co-op base builder survival game, from Green Hell developer Creepy Jar, pits players against a hostile environment on an alien planet constantly battered by calamities. It is up to you and your crew ...

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Jul 2025 21:34

Garmin has delivered another 11 changes to its latest high-end smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update for flagship smartwatches to address new smartwatch crashes

Garmin has delivered another new update for the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8 and Tactix 8. Rolling out worldwide now, Beta Version 17.13 contains eleven significant changes for eligible smartwatches as Garmin builds towards deliveri...

Alex Alderson, 04 Jul 2025 19:50

Switch 2 Mario Kart Bundle showing higher price of new console (Image source: Best Buy with edits)

Nintendo President again defends Switch 2 price and suggests alternatives for younger gamers

The Switch 2 price has stretched the budget of gamers accustomed to more affordable Nintendo consoles. In a conference with investors, the Nintendo boss emphasized that the company is not abandoning the original handheld. The gami...

Adam Corsetti, 04 Jul 2025 17:55

Huawei has released a global update for the Watch 5 smartwatch (pictured). (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei releases global smartwatch update with new voice memo feature

Huawei is pushing a new global software update to users of one of its latest smartwatches. While the change log for version 5.1.0.110 does not list any new features, users have reported a new voice recorder tool. The file size ind...

Polly Allcock, 04 Jul 2025 16:30

The IKEA Dirigera Hub (pictured) can now act as a Matter controller. (Image source: IKEA)

IKEA Dirigera Hub now Matter controller thanks to update

The IKEA Dirigera Hub can now act as a Matter controller. Currently in beta testing, this feature arrives a few months after the smart home hub became a Matter bridge. The latest release for the Dirigera Hub also brings an unpopul...

Polly Allcock, 04 Jul 2025 16:10

Call of Duty: WW2 banner (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Call of Duty: WW2 players are being hacked by RCE exploit after shooter debuts on Xbox Game Pass

Xbox Game Pass can breathe new life into titles with dwindling support. Unfortunately, overlooked security concerns for Call of Duty: WW2 have resurfaced. The RCE exploit allows hackers to assume control of another player's PC.

Adam Corsetti, 04 Jul 2025 01:18

The Huawei Watch GT 5 is receiving a HarmonyOS 5.1 update. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Watch GT 5 smartwatch gets new voice recorder feature in update

Huawei is rolling out a new HarmonyOS 5.1 update for the Watch GT 5 smartwatch. Software version 5.1.0.16 is said to bring a range of new features to this wearable, including a voice recorder tool. Plus, there are also improvement...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 23:51

The Huawei Watch D2 (pictured) is receiving a software update in China. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei smartwatch update brings new HRV feature to users

Huawei is rolling out a new smartwatch update: software version 5.1.0.16 (C00M05). This HarmonyOS 5.1 release brings several new features to the Huawei Watch D2, including a new sleep-related heart rate variability (HRV) metric. W...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 23:39

Techland's decision comes in the middle of what is arguably one of the most challenging periods. A Dying Light game screenshot. (image source: Techland)

Dying Light developer Techland cancels 2 unannounced games due to financial challenges

The cancellations do not reportedly affect it's Dying Light franchise with Dying Light: The Beast expected to launch later next month.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 03 Jul 2025 20:38

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PS5 retail case game (Image source: Best Buy)

Death Stranding 2 forecasted to sell 1.4 million copies by end of June, as new PS5 games depend on the PS Store

Digital downloads of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach are anchoring sales for the anticipated PS5 game. A new Ampere estimate confirms how the popularity of the PS Store is overcoming slow physical purchases. Previous data from the...

Adam Corsetti, 03 Jul 2025 18:26

Home Assistant 2025.7 brings a new Ask Question action for Assist, which can run on the Voice Preview Edition (pictured). (Image source: Home Assistant)

Home Assistant 2025.7 release brings new Ask Question action

Home Assistant’s 2025.7 release has arrived for users. This latest version of the smart home automation software brings a new Ask Question action, allowing the voice assistant to ask users questions. Other changes include redesign...

Polly Allcock, 03 Jul 2025 13:42

Steinberg unveils SpectraLayers 12 software to unmix music into individual instruments and vocals. (Image source: Steinberg)

Steinberg SpectraLayers 12 allows musicians to separate music into individual tracks and vocals to improve poor recordings

Steinberg SpectraLayers 12 leverages AI audio separation to recreate individual instruments and vocals from music for editing within a spectrograph-based interface. It can help audio editors improve song mixes, especially for live...

David Chien, 03 Jul 2025 08:53

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver version 567.88 is the first to officially support the RTX 5050 GPU (image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia's latest driver update adds RTX 5050 Support & DLSS 4 for Mecha BREAK, Diablo IV

Nvidia's latest driver update offers a mix of bug fixes, DLSS4 support for certain titles and is also the first to support its recently unveiled RTX 5050 GPU

Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jul 2025 20:34

Counter-Strike 2, game teaser pictured, continues to be home to a thriving Steam Marketplace economy (image source: Valve)

Steam game "Plumbers Legacy" faked CS2 skins to scam unsuspecting traders, collectors

Counter-Strike 2 players have recently had to contend with one of the most convincing scams ever to target traders and collectors alike.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jul 2025 19:58

The Nintendo Switch 2 uses Game Key Cards as physical licenses for games that then need to be downloaded over the internet (image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa skirts Switch 2 game key card query at AGM

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa recently avoided providing exact figures about the Nintendo Switch 2’s Game Key Card sales and did not respond to user feedback about them at an AGM while highlighting them as an option for pub...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jul 2025 19:34

The PS6 release date is still years away, according to Sony PlayStation console architect

The lead designer of popular PlayStation consoles isn't in a rush to debut the PS6. In a new interview, Mark Cerny explains that PS5 Pro software enhancements, like FSR 4 upscaling, are his priority. Many analysts have projected a...

Adam Corsetti, 02 Jul 2025 18:20

The Galaxy Watch Ultra running One UI 8 Watch. (Image source: @jajadben)

One UI 8 Watch design changes shown in early video before Galaxy Watch8 arrival

With the Galaxy Watch8 series on the horizon, a video showcasing some of the design changes that Samsung hopes to showcase next week has appeared online. Already available in beta form, One UI 8 Watch will be coming to Galaxy Watc...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 16:52

Garmin has delivered two updates for its latest Instinct smartwatches in quick succession. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new updates with critical battery mode fix and new features for several smartwatches

Garmin has started distributing a new stable update for its Instinct E and Instinct 3 smartwatches, including the recent Instinct 3 Tactical. While System Software 9.25 should resolve critical battery mode and BLE sensor issues, G...

Alex Alderson, 02 Jul 2025 15:11

Control centers: Helping users control their laptop or manfuacturers control their customers?

Lenovo and other laptop makers abuse their control centers by placing ads, as seen on the Legion Pro 5

The control center of laptops is a central hub for users. These are developed by manufacturers themselves and increasingly abused in order to place ads or even collect user data. Lenovo is just one example.

Christian Hintze, 02 Jul 2025 01:31

After the release of Windows 11 Update 25H2, support will be reset to 2 and 3 years. (Image source: Microsoft)

Switching to Windows 12 may be delayed by at least a year

Windows has just released the new Windows 11 25H2 update for insiders. The support timeframe will also be reset: Windows 11 will receive two more years of support and security updates for Home and Pro versions, and three years for...

Marc Zander, 01 Jul 2025 21:37

The titles delisted include classics like Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode II (image source: SteamDB)

SEGA just delisted nine free classic mobile ports from iOS and Android

SEGA's move to delist titles is not the first time that the publisher has moved to remove games from storefronts across the board.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 01 Jul 2025 19:50

Red Dead Online: Strange Tales of The West is already out as a surprise drop for players (image source: Rockstar Games)

Rockstar quietly announces zombie themed Red Dead Online update for July 2

RDO is getting a long-anticipated update after years of limited content releases from Rockstar.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 01 Jul 2025 19:39

Sony has not included the older WH-1000XM5 in its latest update round for some reason. (Image source: Sony)

Sony releases major updates to WH-1000XM6 and WF-1000XM5 with long-awaited improvements

Sony is now offering new updates to two of its high-end wireless audio devices. Rolling out globally as free updates, the software brings a range of improvements not just to the new WH-1000XM6 but also to the older WF-1000XM5.

Alex Alderson, 01 Jul 2025 18:01

A promotional image for Cloudflare's Content Independence Day initiative displaying an orange flag with the symbol of a pen. (Image Source: Cloudflare)

Cloudflare will now block AI web scrapers that don't pay for data

American web services provider Cloudflare has announced it plans to block all AI web crawlers by default unless the companies using them pay the original creators.

Rohith Bhaskar, 01 Jul 2025 13:56

GeForce GTX 1080, marketing render pictured, and other legacy Nvidia GPUs to lose driver support soon (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia confirms upcoming end of driver support for GTX 700, 900, and 10 series GPUs

Nvidia has announced that its upcoming Release 580 driver will be the last to support for Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta GPU architectures, affecting popular graphics cards including the GTX 700, 900, and 10 series, as well as the Tit...

Andrew Sozinov, 01 Jul 2025 12:00

Steam has added new performance metrics to its in-game overlay (image source: Valve, edited)

Steam adds new metrics to in-game performance overlay

Steam users can now use its built-in performance measuring tool to get a wealth of information like CPU/GPU/RAM usage, FPS graphs, and more. It is available for immediate use and can be enabled via the 'In Game' tab.

Anil Ganti, 01 Jul 2025 10:27

The Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch (pictured) is receiving an update. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch update brings new diving mode

The Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch is receiving its first software update. Announced in China, the release is said to add new scuba diving and HYROX modes. The update also brings a new safety light, display optimizations and various...

Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2025 23:42

Garmin has released beta version 17.40 for the Forerunner 945 LTE smartwatch (pictured). (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Forerunner smartwatch gets pairing improvement in new beta update

Garmin has released beta version 17.40 for one of its Forerunner smartwatches. The change log states that the update improves pairing and also brings a couple of bug fixes to the wearables. According to a Garmin representative, th...

Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2025 22:17

The Garmin Instinct 3 and Instinct E (pictured) smartwatches are receiving beta version 9.23. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin beta smartwatch update fixes Bluetooth connectivity issue

The Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar, and Instinct E smartwatches have received a new update: beta version 9.25. This is said to bring a range of improvements and bug fixes to these wearables. One of these resolves an is...

Polly Allcock, 30 Jun 2025 22:14

Software

Philips Hue rolls out new minor smart home app update

Garmin offers new update for latest high-end smartwatches with custom focus mode and timer improvements

Google Photos: Image editor to get new design and features in August

WhatsApp alternative bitchat sends messages offline to maintain privacy and protect against censorship

Charming 1997 puzzle platformer remaster gets imminent Steam release

Microsoft reportedly focusing on new Fallout games and remasters after Xbox Studios upheaval

Update | Microsoft accused of misrepresenting Xbox Game Pass profits by ignoring game development costs

PS Plus Premium submission process for classic games revealed, as subscribers demand more additions

Xiaomi Smart Band 10 software update introduces new features

Real or AI: Band confirms use of artificial intelligence for its music on Spotify

Windows 11 finally overtakes Windows 10 as world’s top desktop OS

Ubisoft EULA demanding consumers destroy delisted games adds fuel to Stop Killing Games movement

Google Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro owners complain en masse about device-breaking bugs after latest Android 16 update

Insider hints at cancellation of Final Fantasy 9 remake as 25th anniversary of Square Enix game arrives

Leak hints that Super Smash Bros. is the next N64 game headed to Nintendo Switch Online and Switch consoles

No connection to blood sugar monitor: How Android updates can turn into a health hazard

Your Samsung phone has a secret Wi-Fi menu you should start using

Deal | 75% off on Steam: Devilishly difficult indie open-world survival craft game with 70,000+ positive reviews and intricate gameplay at $6.24 in Summer Sale deal

Arkane Studios founder suggests day-one Xbox Game Pass games contributed to loss of Microsoft jobs

Nintendo suggests films based on other IPs will follow The Legend of Zelda and Super Mario Bros. movies

New open-world co-op survival game coming to Steam in August packs gruelling FPS combat, survival, and factory sim gaming in a hostile alien world

Garmin releases new update for flagship smartwatches to address new smartwatch crashes

Nintendo President again defends Switch 2 price and suggests alternatives for younger gamers

Huawei releases global smartwatch update with new voice memo feature

IKEA Dirigera Hub now Matter controller thanks to update

Call of Duty: WW2 players are being hacked by RCE exploit after shooter debuts on Xbox Game Pass

Huawei Watch GT 5 smartwatch gets new voice recorder feature in update

Huawei smartwatch update brings new HRV feature to users

Dying Light developer Techland cancels 2 unannounced games due to financial challenges

Death Stranding 2 forecasted to sell 1.4 million copies by end of June, as new PS5 games depend on the PS Store

Home Assistant 2025.7 release brings new Ask Question action

Steinberg SpectraLayers 12 allows musicians to separate music into individual tracks and vocals to improve poor recordings

Update | Microsoft denies rumor that Phil Spencer is retiring as CEO after new Xbox console launches

Nvidia's latest driver update adds RTX 5050 Support & DLSS 4 for Mecha BREAK, Diablo IV

Steam game "Plumbers Legacy" faked CS2 skins to scam unsuspecting traders, collectors

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa skirts Switch 2 game key card query at AGM

The PS6 release date is still years away, according to Sony PlayStation console architect

One UI 8 Watch design changes shown in early video before Galaxy Watch8 arrival

Garmin releases new updates with critical battery mode fix and new features for several smartwatches

Lenovo and other laptop makers abuse their control centers by placing ads, as seen on the Legion Pro 5

Switching to Windows 12 may be delayed by at least a year

SEGA just delisted nine free classic mobile ports from iOS and Android

Rockstar quietly announces zombie themed Red Dead Online update for July 2

Sony releases major updates to WH-1000XM6 and WF-1000XM5 with long-awaited improvements

Cloudflare will now block AI web scrapers that don't pay for data

Nvidia confirms upcoming end of driver support for GTX 700, 900, and 10 series GPUs

Steam adds new metrics to in-game performance overlay

Amazfit Balance 2 smartwatch update brings new diving mode

Garmin Forerunner smartwatch gets pairing improvement in new beta update

New Garmin beta smartwatch update fixes Bluetooth connectivity issue

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