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Supreme Court upholds law to ban TikTok from the US in the interest of national security. (Image source: TikTok)

Update | US Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban

The US Supreme Court upheld a law signed into power in March 2024, requiring TikTok sell its US operations to an American buyer or leave the US market. Millions of US TikTok users potentially face a blackout on Sunday, January 19....

David Chien, 19 Jan 2025 05:12

iOS 19 will allegedly feature a redesigned Camera app. (Image source: fpt.)

iOS 19: Leak suggests major redesign of the Camera app

A new leak reveals a potential redesign of the Camera app in iOS 19. The redesigned app appears to draw inspiration from the design language of VisionOS.

Huzefa Baloch, 18 Jan 2025 20:59

Took them long enough. (Image source: Google)

Nest Protect moves to the Google Home app

The death knell is finally ringing for Google's Nest app. With Google Home now supporting the Nest Protect smoke alarm, no more devices are exclusive to the Nest app. The app still works, but now has no tangible reason to exist.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 18 Jan 2025 01:14

The Nothing Phone (1). (Image source: Nothing)

Nothing Phone (1) starts receiving Android 15 update

Nothing Phone (1), the company’s first smartphone, has started receiving the Nothing OS 3.0 update based on Android 15. The update brings various improvements and new features.

Huzefa Baloch, 17 Jan 2025 20:46

Copilot is now available in Microsoft 365, albeit for an added cost. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft adds AI to Microsoft 365 service for extra cost

Microsoft is adding some AI features to its Microsoft 365 service, which includes access to the online versions of Microsoft Office. However, the company is raising prices 33-42% for subscribers across the board for those that wan...

Sam Medley, 17 Jan 2025 18:18

Omega 6 The Triangle Stars physical copies available for pre-order (Image source: Limited Run Games)

Omega 6 The Triangle Stars limited physical editions coming next month

On Tuesday, January 21st, physical copies of Omega 6 The Triangle Stars will go on sale in anticipation of next month's game release. In addition to the $34.99 vanilla release, there will be a Deluxe Edition, priced at $59.99, as ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jan 2025 13:47

Linux Mint 22.1 "Xia" now available (Image source: Linux Mint)

Linux Mint 22.1 launches with new power modes, updated APT packaging, and more

Carrying the codename "Xia" and to be supported until 2029, Linux Mint 22.1 arrived yesterday with modernized APT dependencies by transitioning to Aptkit and Captain, Power-saver and Balanced modes (Performance mode only on suppor...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jan 2025 12:08

Apple has paused AI notification summaries

Apple pulls AI news summaries after inaccuracies reach tipping point

Apple has paused its AI-generated news alert summaries after the feature delivered some very questionable results. AI news summaries will, however, be back in a few weeks with tweaks to communicate when an alert summary is AI-gene...

Julian van der Merwe, 17 Jan 2025 01:15

Tesla releases software update with many new features in China (Image source: Not a Tesla App)

Tesla rolls out feature-packed Chinese Lunar New Year software update

Tesla gives its customers in China something to look forward to this Lunar New Year break as it releases a feature-heavy software update, bringing many navigation improvements.

David Odejide, 16 Jan 2025 22:28

Software Version 21.22 should bring various improvements to Garmin's Forerunner portfolio. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin Forerunner smartwatch updates start rolling out with the promise of Run Coach and Cycling Coach improvements

Garmin has begun rolling out new updates for many of its recent Forerunner smartwatches. Available across models from the Forerunner 165 to the Forerunner 965, the new update package promises to address various bugs and other qual...

Alex Alderson, 16 Jan 2025 19:42

Garmin has quietly pushed out new stable updates for both the Venu 3 and Vivoactive 5. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin issues new updates for Venu 3 and Vivoactive 5 smartwatches after complaints of battery drain and sleep detection issues

Garmin has started rolling out new updates for two of its popular mid-range smartwatches. Available to download globally, Software Version 12.12 focuses on resolving outstanding issues that shipped with earlier stable software upd...

Alex Alderson, 16 Jan 2025 17:18

OnePlus Pad 2 upgrades to Live Alerts and AI Reply with Android 15

The OnePlus Pad 2 is one of the few Android tablets on the market with a 144Hz display, fast charging and the high-end Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor. Now, it also has Android 15 worldwide thanks to its latest software update. Oxyge...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jan 2025 17:04

Honey is in trouble with the law (and YouTubers). (Image source: PayPal)

GamersNexus takes PayPal and Honey to court over MegaLag allegations

PayPal subsidiary Honey is now being sued by the influential PC hardware review group GamersNexus. It is taking legal action as a response to claims made by YouTube channel MegaLag concerning the browser extension's “deceptive tra...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jan 2025 14:43

Tuxedo OS 20250115 launches with KDE 6.2.5 and Vim 9.1 (Image source: Tuxedo Computers)

Tuxedo OS 20250115 launches with KDE Plasma 6.2.5, Vim 9.1, and more

Although it comes with the same Linux kernel as its predecessor, namely 6.11, the latest Tuxedo OS update sports the latest KDE Plasma update, as well as Vim 9.1, QT 6.8.1, and Firefox 134.0.1. The LibreOffice package also got a m...

Codrut Nistor, 16 Jan 2025 13:26

Update | Samsung Galaxy S25 series leak gives a glimpse at new Galaxy AI feature

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series launch is getting close, but the leak train is still rolling. One of the recent leaks shared the official posters of the lineup, and one of the images gave a glimpse of a new Galaxy AI feature. Update...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Jan 2025 07:55

DJI has lifted drone geofencing in the US

DJI removes drone No-Fly zone geofencing restrictions - owners must now act responsibly

DJI will no longer prevent US drone owners from flying their drones in restricted no-fly zones — i.e. in controlled airspace, near wildfires, or in and around other sensitive areas. Instead, the responsibility to avoid these restr...

Julian van der Merwe, 15 Jan 2025 18:53

The Magic7 Pro should continue to receive updates until the start of the 2030s. (Image source: Honor)

Magic7 Pro: Honor reveals the state of update support for new flagship smartphone following global release

Honor has just released the Magic7 Pro globally. Now, the company has confirmed that the device will receive better software support than the Magic6 Pro to see it through the entire 2020s.

Alex Alderson, 15 Jan 2025 18:23

Android 15 is now rolling out to the Sony Xperia 5 V. (Image Source: Sony)

Sony Xperia 5 V now receiving the Android 15 update

Over a week after owners of the Sony Xperia 1 V began confirming receipt of the Android 15 update, owners of the smaller Xperia 5 V now have similar bragging rights, with users receiving an OTA weighing in at just 1 GB but bringin...

Ricci Rox, 15 Jan 2025 18:06

Lossless Scaling 3 test on the gaming handheld highlights the improvements brought by the new update (Image source: ETA Prime)

Lossless Scaling 3 shown to deliver up to 3x FPS boost on last-gen gaming handheld with workable frame latency

Third-party frame rate upscaling tool Lossless scaling has been recently updated to version 3. This new version of the tool has been put to the test, with the Asus ROG Ally X gaming handheld seeing up to 3x FPS boost.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Jan 2025 16:39

When manufacturers drop support for otherwise functional hardware, projects like OpenWRT are there to help keep you secure (Image Source: Amazon)

This Tailscale, Docker and Wireguard equipped router is OpenWRT compatible and blows away the competition on features and price

CheckMag When I got the notification that my Nighthawk R7000 reached "end of life" I started down the rabbit hole of looking to install custom firmware to keep what is otherwise perfectly functioning hardware secure. While I didn't manage ...

David Devey, 15 Jan 2025 12:29

Solitaire meets Candy Crush (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Pre-registrations now open: Candy Crush Solitaire coming next month

In addition to the Apple- and Google-operated services, no less than five alternative stores will host the launch of Candy Crush Solitaire. Already receiving registrations, the upcoming mobile game will launch on February 6th to b...

Codrut Nistor, 15 Jan 2025 12:21

OnePlus 13: Update brings Gemini Nano for on-device AI capabilities

The global OnePlus 13 has received its first software update. The update brings the Gemini Nano AI model, offering on-device AI capabilities to the new flagship phone.

Huzefa Baloch, 14 Jan 2025 19:23

MX Linux 23.5 out with Xfce 4.20 and new kernel options (Image source: MX Linux)

MX Linux 23.5 launches with Xfce 4.20 and updated kernel options

Based on the Debian 12.9 "Bookworm" base, MX Linux 23.5 includes the Xfce 4.20 core packages and multiple other updates, including visual tweaks and security fixes. The Xfce, KDE, and Fluxbox ISOs come with the 6.1.123 kernel, whi...

Codrut Nistor, 14 Jan 2025 15:55

The Galaxy S25 should be thinner and lighter than last year's model. (Image source: via Samsung)

Update | Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphones teased to launch next week with new 'AI companion'

The Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra should be arriving next week during Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event. Ahead of its January 22 showcase, the company has teased what may well be a new and more advanced versi...

Alex Alderson, 14 Jan 2025 13:40

Aurzen Zip tri-folding pocket projector scores over $170,000 in nearly-new crowdfunding campaign

The Aurzen Zip has only just debuted as the world's most portable projector on Kickstarter, yet has already accrued about 35 times its original funding goal. It packs up-to-date DLP technology and the inbuilt battery power to keep...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jan 2025 17:55

The MatePad Pro 13.2 2025. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 2025 tipped to become available globally soon

The MatePad Pro 13.2 2025 is Huawei's latest big OLED screen flagship tablet with the option of a non-glare PaperMatte version of that display. It is only available in China at the moment - however, that might change soon as the h...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jan 2025 12:53

Lossless Scaling 3 promises many improvements (Image source: Steam - edited)

Lossless Scaling 3 launches with up to 20x frame generation mode

The third-party software Lossless Scaling has been updated to version 3. This new update promises gamers better upscaling, lower GPU load, improved latency, and, most importantly, up to 20x frame generation mode.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Jan 2025 08:05

The open-source video project has surpassed 6 billion downloads. (Image source: Lucian Alexe/Unsplash)

CES 2025 | VLC media player previews AI-generated offline subtitles

Real-time AI subtitling without the use of any cloud services is the latest schtick from the open-source VLC video player. VideoLAN demoed the feature in a video last Tuesday, pledging support for over 100 languages.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 11 Jan 2025 18:05

Polar is rolling out an update for various watches that adds various new functions. (Symbolic image, Polar Vantage V3, image source: Polar)

Polar: New update adds new functions to several smartwatches and improves navigation

Users of certain Polar smartwatch models are set to benefit from several significant improvements. These include enhanced navigation, new watch faces and improved training functions.

Silvio Werner, 11 Jan 2025 00:51

An Android 16 Easter egg. (Image source: 9to5Google via YouTube)

Samsung's One UI 8.0 based on Android 16 tipped to resurrect old TouchWiz feature

Samsung has started work on integrating the next major Android upgrade onto its smartphones, according to a new leak. Despite the software's shiny new name and status, it is reportedly about to bring features from the OEM's old UI...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Jan 2025 18:17

Desktop Mate brings an anime mascot to PC users' desktops, taking first place in the Steam charts. (Image source: Steam)

This free software is topping the Steam charts, but it’s not a game

A recently released piece of software on Steam, though not a traditional game, has quickly become so popular that it now ranks among the top entries on both Steam and SteamDB.

Marius Müller, 10 Jan 2025 15:42

Debian-based Tails 6.11 update launches (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Debian-based Tails 6.11 fixes several serious security issues

The Irish Debian-based live Linux distro focused on providing solid Internet anonymity and security is back with version 6.11. This release of Tails comes with several critical security fixes, as well as the ability to detect corr...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Jan 2025 11:46

The Sony Xperia 1 V is now receiving Android 15. (Image Source: Trusted Reviews)

Sony Xperia 1 V: Android 15 update now rolling out with new setting for 4K display resolution

Sony has now begun rolling out the Android 15 update. The update arrives via a petite 1 GB OTA and brings a slew of Android 15 UI and feature changes. Most interesting, however, is the new option to set the phone's display to its ...

Ricci Rox, 10 Jan 2025 10:19

The Garmin Connect IQ System 8 beta is now available. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces Connect IQ 8 beta with new watch face and notification related features

The Garmin Connect IQ System 8 has arrived for app developers. Currently in beta testing, the company suggests that its latest tools make it easier to develop for its smartwatches. The release notes indicate that there are improve...

Polly Allcock, 10 Jan 2025 00:36

Assassin's Creed Shadows has been delayed once again. (Image source: Ubisoft)

Assassin's Creed Shadows suffers yet another delay as "additional weeks are needed" to deliver polished gameplay

It looks as though Ubisoft is taking the launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows seriously, with an announcement today confirming that the upcoming RPG based in feudal Japan will be delayed by another month.

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Jan 2025 23:07

Venom Linux 20250108 now available (Image source: DistroWatch)

Venom Linux 20250108 launches with the 6.12.8 kernel, Wayland 1.23.1, and more

Targeting experienced users and drawing inspiration from CRUX, Venom Linux has returned with its desktop based on the Openbox window manager alongside a text-mode installer. Version 20250108 sports the 6.12.8 Linux kernel, MESA 24...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Jan 2025 11:27

Assassin's Creed Shadows parkour deep dive

Ubisoft teases Assassin's Creed Shadows parkour with ninja-like traversal and a grappling hook

With the launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows virtually around the corner, Ubisoft has given us a detailed look at what to expect from the mobility and parkour in the newest instalment to the Assassin's Creed franchise. It looks lik...

Julian van der Merwe, 08 Jan 2025 23:38

SteamOS beta will be available for multiple gaming handhelds before SteamOS-powered Legion Go S launches (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Valve promises earlier-than-expected availability of SteamOS beta for several gaming handhelds

The Lenovo Legion Go S will be the first third-party gaming handheld to ship with SteamOS. However, as Valve has just confirmed, the beta program for other third-party devices will be available before Lenovo’s SteamOS-powered offe...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Jan 2025 18:42

Dangbei Freedo unleashes 1080p cinema in travel cup-sized package

The increasingly popular projector brand Dangbei touts the Freedo as the best new way to take cinema on the go. It packs the technology to beam a 450-lm 1080p Dolby Audio-enhanced image with InstanPro stabilization into a 3lb pack...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2025 17:37

Global OnePlus 13 does indeed have powered-off location tracking feature (Image source: OnePlus)

Global edition OnePlus 13 can be located even when it's off

Even before the global launch, the OnePlus 13 was believed to support Find My Device tracking with the OS powered down. We now have confirmation that this Snapdragon 8 Elite flagship phone is indeed capable of that.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 08 Jan 2025 12:12

Razer's new HyperBoost software can be download for free on compatible Blade 16 laptops (Image source: Razer)

CES 2025 | Razer unveils ‘HyperBoost’, free firmware update for better thermal performance

Razer has unveiled ‘HyperBoost’, a complementary software that works with the Razer Laptop Cooling Pad’s smart cooling for better thermal management and enhanced performance.

Nitisha Upadhye, 07 Jan 2025 17:11

Razer's PC Remote Play should work away when from a home network. (Image source: Razer)

CES 2025 | Razer announces PC Remote Play for Android and iOS devices without 'compromises on visual quality'

Razer has expanded its Nexus app for Android and iOS with PC Remote Play. Still a subscription-free service, PC Remote Play is billed as achieving 'no compromises on visual quality or game speed' when streaming 'full-resolution ga...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2025 15:00

Bluestar Linux 6.12.8 now live with KDE Plasma 6.2.5 and several package updates (Image source: Bluestar Linux on SourceForge)

Bluestar Linux 6.12.8 comes with the KDE Plasma 6.2.5 bugfix and several package updates

Moving up to the 6.12.8 kernel version, Arch-based Bluestar Linux returns with a minor update. This release includes the bugfix update for KDE Plasma 6, which is labeled 6.2.5, as well as e2fsprogs 1.47.2, which is still in beta a...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Jan 2025 18:11

Doublepoint debuts WowMouse app for Apple Watch to control Macs and more with gestures. (Image source: Doublepoint)

CES 2025 | Doublepoint debuts WowMouse for Apple Watch to control Macs with gestures

Doublepoint WowMouse debuted in 2024 for Wear OS smartwatches and is now available for Apple Watches. The app allows users wearing Apple Watches to control their Macs by pointing and pinching with their fingers to simulate mice.

David Chien, 06 Jan 2025 06:20

Deal | Monster Hunter game deal offers massive discount on hyper-popular ARPG series ahead of latest release

Ahead of the hotly anticipated launch of Monster Hunter Wilds, a game bundle is offering two Monster Hunter games for under $10 and four for as little as $17.99.

Julian van der Merwe, 04 Jan 2025 00:15

Fenix 6 and Marq: New update addresses an issue with crashing. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin rolls out beta update for Fenix 6 and Marq smartwatches

Garmin recently rolled out a new beta update for two smartwatch models, which includes a single fix for crashes in certain situations. The update can be installed very easily and includes all previous updates that users may have m...

Silvio Werner, 03 Jan 2025 01:54

WhatsApp is testing a new feature allowing human chat support. (Source: WABetaInfo)

WhatsApp is working on a new chat support feature for the web client

WhatsApp is developing a 'Chat with us' feature, allowing users to contact the support team directly through the web client. This feature provides the option to request responses from a human representative when AI-generated answe...

Huzefa Baloch, 31 Dec 2024 02:11

The HMD Skyline is among the devices that will receive the Android 15 update. (Image source: HMD)

These are the Nokia and HMD devices that will be updated to Android 15

HMD Global will be updating more than a handful of its devices to Android 15. However, for many of them, this will be the final OS upgrade before they reach end of life.

Habeeb Onawole, 30 Dec 2024 23:54

Bluestar Linux 6.12.7 update now available (Image source: Bluestar Linux on SourceForge)

Bluestar Linux is back with update 6.12.7: Firefox 133, LibreOffice 24, the 6.12 kernel, and more

Arch-based German distro Bluestar Linux is back with multiple package updates on top of a new kernel. The kernel version is 6.12.7, while the list of updates includes Firefox 133.0.3, LibreOffice 24.8.4, Vim 9.1, VLC 3.0.21, Pytho...

Codrut Nistor, 30 Dec 2024 19:26

You can now convert your ebooks to quality audiobooks for free (Image Source: Canva -edits)

Open-source ebook to audiobook converter supports a massive 1000+ languages

The aptly named ebook2audiobook project has received a massive update, supporting 1,000 languages. With many more features, the 2.0 update has much more to offer readers.

Stephen Pereyra, 30 Dec 2024 01:20