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The latest stable update for the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro contains half a dozen bugs. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro updates with Connect IQ crash fix on the way

Garmin has just released a new set of stable updates to the Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro and Tactix 7. However, it is already testing a follow-up that resolves a crash that could affect its Connect IQ service.

Alex Alderson, 10 Dec 2024 17:21

GNU Shepherd 1.0 released after two decades in development

After more than two decades in development, the service management daemon GNU Shepherd has finally reached the 1.0-labeled milestone. Its highlights include transient and timed services, log rotation, integrated logging, as well a...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Dec 2024 16:16

Video: AI granny wasting scammers’ time

English AI Grandma makes scammers furious. Polite but incredibly annoying, Daisy Harris is indistinguishable from a real person and wastes fraudsters' time on the phone. In the original footage released, you can now see how O2's l...

Nicole Dominikowski, 10 Dec 2024 13:29

Window Maker Live 12.8 desktop with GNU Mail (Image source: SourceForge)

Debian-based Window Maker Live 12.8 comes with recompiled packages and GUI enhancements

Integrating Firefox and Thunderbird with GNOME components on top of the Window Maker window manager and a Debian core, Window Maker Live is a live Linux distro that has just moved from version 0.96.0-0 to 12.8. As its name suggest...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Dec 2024 12:39

Microsoft Copilot Vision AI sees what users are doing in Microsoft Edge to assist them. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft opens Copilot Vision beta test to select Copilot Pro subscribers

The Copilot Vision AI can see everything users do in the Microsoft Edge web browser and provide verbal recommendations, information, planning help, and gaming tips when prompted. All data processed by Copilot Vision will be delete...

David Chien, 09 Dec 2024 22:28

Manjaro-driven Slimbook Hero gaming laptop (Image source: Slimbook)

Manjaro 24.2 "Yonada" launches with the latest LTS Linux kernel and multiple updated packages

Arch-based Manjaro Linux is back with an update that relies on the new LTS Linux kernel, which is 6.12. This refresh, with version number 24.2 and known as "Yonada," is available in three editions. These are GNOME 47.2, KDE Plasma...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Dec 2024 20:24

Sharge introduces the loomos glasses. (Image source: Sharge)

Sharge teases first-gen smart glasses as part of new AI wearables line

Sharge might be best known for its innovative cyberpunk charging gadgets - although the brand has announced that it will also offer "Everyday AI" for all with what might be the first in a series of smart wearables. The loomos glas...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Dec 2024 16:53

There's still more time to switch your Stadia Controller to Bluetooth mode for wireless play. (Image source: Google Stadia)

Google extends Stadia Controller's Bluetooth switch expiration date

Google has once again postponed the date for discontinuing the ability to convert the Stadia Controller from Wi-Fi mode to Bluetooth mode. However, Google no longer sells the controller for those willing to buy one.

Habeeb Onawole, 09 Dec 2024 14:15

An all-new app with outrageous platform and device limitations. (Image source: Eve)

Eve Systems supports only the Eve Thermo on Android

The smart home company has now released its Android app alongside a factory Matter-enabled version of its smart radiator valve, the Eve Thermo. The caveat is that the Android app at launch can only work with Google Home and can on...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 08 Dec 2024 21:48

X users can now try out Grok AI assistant for free

You can now try out Grok without subscribing to X Premium. The free version is powered by Grok-2 model and lets users ask up to 10 queries per 2 hours.

Kristen Spradlin, 08 Dec 2024 18:28

The HyperOS ecosystem in action. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi mulls expanding HyperOS ecosystem to Apple devices

Xiaomi has designed its latest version of Android to act as much of a hub for with the rest of its smart devices as possible. Now, the OEM is reportedly trying to find a way to make that "interconnectivity" compatible with hardwar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 18:18

openSUSE Leap Micro 6.1 now available (Source: openSUSE News)

openSUSE Leap Micro 6.1 launches with a new migration tool, soft-reboot support, and more

Since openSUSE Leap Micro 6.1 has arrived, Leap Micro 5.5 has also reached EOL (End of Life). The update comes with a new opensuse-migration-tool, soft-reboot support, 2FA for PAM logins, vhostmd for SAP virtualization, and more. ...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Dec 2024 17:54

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 566.36 details (Image source: Own)

Delta Force and Path of Exile 2 receive optimizations in the latest GeForce Game Ready Driver package

In addition to day-one support for several titles launching this month, including Delta Force, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Path of Exile 2, Nvidia's driver package with version number 566.36 also packs one-click optima...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Dec 2024 15:44

Garena Free City is currently only available in Argentina (Image source: Google Play Store - edited)

Garena Free City: GTA 5-inspired mobile game makes its soft launch

Singaporean game developer Garena has introduced a new mobile game called Free City. This smartphone game combines elements from GTA Online and GTA 5, but it's currently only available in Argentina.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Dec 2024 08:02

Linux 6.12 officially named new LTS kernel

Linux kernel 6.12 has been named as the next LTS, or long-term-support, kernel version. This landmark kernel release includes a wide range of new features, and will now be officially supported by the core Linux kernel maintenance ...

Daniel Fuller, 06 Dec 2024 23:10

Image source: TikTok with multiple edits

TikTok's ban appeal falls through in the US

TikTok has been battling a potential ban in the US for months now, and its latest appeal was just denied. The parent company, ByteDance, may bring the matter to the Supreme Court. Failing that, the company must either sell TikTok,...

Daniel Fuller, 06 Dec 2024 20:33

The Sense 2 is one of several Fitbit wearables that will receive Cardio Load and Target Load metrics. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Fitbit smartwatches and fitness trackers to receive new features in the coming days

Google has announced that various Fitbit smartwatches and fitness trackers will be eligible for Cardio Load and Target Load metrics in the next few days. Having debuted earlier this year on the Pixel Watch 3, the new metrics will ...

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2024 19:15

Alpine Linux KDE desktop (Image source: /u/grigio on Reddit)

Alpine Linux 3.21.0 brings loongarch64 support and several package updates

Community-developed ultralight Linux distro Alpine is back with version 3.21.0. The first release in the 3.21 stable series comes with loongarch64 CPU support, as well as multiple updated packages, including GNOME 47, GCC 14, PHP ...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Dec 2024 11:05

An AI-powered insertion cursor. (Image source: The Browser Company/YouTube)

From Arc to Dia: The Browser Company reveals plans for a new AI web browser

The startup behind the Arc browser has teased its first AI-focused product and is now recruiting developers to build it. While the fate of Arc remains to be seen, it is apparent that The Browser Company has pivoted to developing i...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 05 Dec 2024 19:12

Samsung Galaxy S24 series gets One UI 7 beta is in select markets (Image source: Samsung - edited)

Samsung One UI 7 beta starts rolling out to select Galaxy phones

Samsung has officially rolled out One UI 7 beta for the Galaxy S24 series. Eligible members from Germany, Korea, India, Poland, the US, and the UK can now install the new Android 15 update on their devices.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Dec 2024 15:58

The Fortis G1i 14-inch Chromebook. (Image source: HP)

HP Fortis G1-series Chromebooks and laptop debut as new school-proof lightweight PCs

HP asserts that its latest education-friendly PCs have the stamina students need to get through the school day in terms of both performance and battery life while remaining as light and thin as possible. The series consists of new...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2024 15:00

Galaxy S24 series could get the One UI 7 beta update today in Germany (Image source: @Jdshruan on X)

Samsung reveals earlier than expected One UI 7 rollout for three Galaxy phones

One UI 7 public beta was previously rumored to land on eligible devices later this month. However, as the Samsung Germany customer support channel revealed, the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra will get the Android 15 beta upda...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Dec 2024 08:22

The Nitro Intel Arc B-Series Graphics Cards. (Image source: Acer)

Acer Nitro Intel Arc B-Series Graphics Cards debut with FrostBlade cooling and AI Playground

Acer asserts that its next Nitro-series cards can keep both creators and gamers happy as they are based on Arc B570 to B580 graphics. They are equipped with up to 12GB of GDDR6 RAM for speeds of up to 2,740MHz, and are backed to g...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Dec 2024 18:47

Garmin is already investigating reported issues that are said to affect Stable Version 21.19. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin acknowledges new Forerunner software woes caused by latest update

Garmin has just released Software Version 21.19 for the Forerunner 165, Forerunner 255, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965. While the new update package introduces dozens of changes for the five smartwatches, it als...

Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2024 18:05

Puppy Linux successor EasyOS is back with several fixes and the 6.6.61 kernel

While remaining an experimental distribution, EasyOS 6.5 is also considered a rather mature piece of code. Its highlights include several fixes, the 6.6.61 Linux kernel, as well as Chromium 130.0.6723.91 compiled in OpenEmbedded. ...

Codrut Nistor, 04 Dec 2024 17:22

EU sends questionnaires to Nvidia customers as it probes Run:ai deal

EU's antitrust watchdogs have begun probing Nvidia's proposed bid for Run:ai by asking the company's customers if they saw a GPU software and hardware bundle as a competitive advantage.

Rohith Bhaskar, 04 Dec 2024 15:00

Ubisoft's XDefiant servers will be shut down for good on June 3, 2025. (Image source: Ubisoft)

XDefiant is discontinued and Ubisoft lays off several hundred employees

The free-to-play shooter XDefiant is coming to an end: Ubisoft is shutting down the servers on June 3, 2025, and the game is no longer available for download. Nearly 300 Ubisoft employees will lose their jobs as a result of XDefia...

Alexander Pensler, 04 Dec 2024 12:24

Nitrux 3.8.0 db desktop (Image source: Nitrux)

Debian-based Nitrux 3.8.0 launches with updated apps, system installer fixes, and more

Codenamed "db" and using the version number 3.8.0, the latest Nitrux release comes with updated apps such as Firefox 133.0, MESA 24.2.8, some fixes to the system installer, as well as OpenRC reorganization that improves the servic...

Codrut Nistor, 03 Dec 2024 17:46

The new PS5 update brings retro themes from previous-gen consoles. (Image Source: Sony)

New PS5 update delights users with the iconic PS1 boot animation and startup theme

With the latest software update, Sony is taking PS5 owners on a trip down memory lane as part of its 30 years of PlayStation celebration.

Kristen Spradlin, 03 Dec 2024 17:02

FreeBSD 14.2 now available with OpenZFS 2.2.6 and multiple optimizations

FreeBSD's third release of the stable/14 branch, labeled 14.2 and dedicated to the memory of Mike Karels, arrives with OpenZFS 2.2.6, OpenSSL 3.0.15, and support in the installer for downloading and installing the needed firmware ...

Codrut Nistor, 03 Dec 2024 13:47

Garmin's latest Feature Drop is available across a slew of cycling computers and smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin details December 2024 Feature Drop for dozens of cycling computers and smartwatches

Garmin has detailed its latest Feature Drop for numerous cycling computers and smartwatches. While some devices may have already received feature-packed updates, Garmin warns that it could take a few weeks before update packages r...

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2024 15:11

MyHeritage LiveMemory animates old family photos. (Image source: MyHeritage on YouTube)

MyHeritage unveils LiveMemory to bring family photos alive with AI photo-to-video technology

MyHeritage has unveiled LiveMemory, a new feature to bring old family photos alive. The AI technology converts old photos into short video clips, allowing future generations to enjoy an animated slice of family life from the past.

David Chien, 02 Dec 2024 05:06

Samsung recommends using Link to Windows instead (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms end of DeX for PC on Windows with One UI 7 update

With the rollout of One UI 7, Samsung Galaxy phones will lose support for DeX for PC on Windows. The company recommends users use the Link to Windows feature as an alternative.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 01 Dec 2024 12:49

Proxmox 3 Backup Server dashboard (Image source: Proxmox)

Open source enterprise backup solution Proxmox 3.3 Backup Server arrives with a new default kernel

Using the Linux kernel 6.8.12-4 as a stable default with 6.11 as an option, Proxmox Backup Server 3.3 sports ZFS 2.2.6 support and is based on the Debian 12.8 "Bookworm" release. The list of changes also includes removable datasto...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Nov 2024 23:36

It seems that Samsung will officially announce One UI 7 shortly. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Spain reveals One UI 7 details ahead of schedule

One of Samsnug's subsidiaries appears to have got slightly ahead of itself when it comes to the company's next Android update. Specifically, Samsung Spain was caught showcasing One UI 7, confirming all prior leaks about a design o...

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2024 16:09

Tesla owners can now heat only the charging port after latest update (Image source: teslamotors on Reddit)

Tesla rolls out isolated charging port heating with latest software update

The latest Tesla software update improves user experience in colder climates by allowing drivers to warm up the charging port without heating the cabin and other parts of the car.

David Odejide, 28 Nov 2024 20:21

System updates move to System Settings in elementary OS 8 (Image source: elementary Blog)

Ubuntu-based elementary OS 8 launches with new dock, refined security, and more

Powered by an Ubuntu core and sporting a macOS-inspired design, elementary OS has just moved up to version 8. After 13 years of history, this Linux distro has received a new dock optimized for better multitasking and window manage...

Codrut Nistor, 28 Nov 2024 19:01

Android 15 is the second major update that the OnePlus Open has received so far. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

OnePlus Open receives new update containing OxygenOS 15

OnePlus has released a new major update to the OnePlus Open. Arriving as OxygenOS 15.0.0.200, the update packs a hefty changelog as part of upgrading the device to Android 15.

Alex Alderson, 28 Nov 2024 16:28

The OnePlus 12 will soon gain new AI features globally. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

OnePlus 12: OnePlus previews major new OxygenOS 15 update before global rollout with AI Notes and AI Retouch features

The OnePlus 12 has only recently received Android 15 via its first stable OxygenOS 15 update. However, OnePlus has now started issuing a fresh OxygenOS 15 update that adds new AI features and other changes.

Alex Alderson, 28 Nov 2024 14:50

The end is nigh for Google Stadia Controllers that have not been switched over to Bluetooth connectivity. (Image source: Alberto Bianchini - Unsplash)

Google Stadia Controller: Limited time left to switch wireless controllers to Bluetooth

Google is on the verge of ending its Bluetooth conversion utility for the Stadia Controller. While the tool remains available for now, there is not much time left before Google takes it offline forever.

Alex Alderson, 28 Nov 2024 14:12

Anthropic adds writing style customizations to Claude AI. (Image source: AI-generated, Dall-E-3)

Anthropic allows Claude AI users to customize writing styles

Anthropic has allowed Claude AI users to customize the writing style of its chatbot responses. In addition to its normal writing style, Claude can now use concise, explanatory, and formal writing styles. Claude can also mirror the...

David Chien, 28 Nov 2024 01:08

Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally with Steam Autumn Sale banner

Deal | Steam Deck Black Friday sales beat Nintendo Switch prices as Steam Autumn Sale starts in force

The Steam Autumn Sale sees over 90% off on plenty of massive AAA and indie games from recent years, but the biggest deals are in the Steam Deck, which now undercuts the Nintendo Switch.

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Nov 2024 23:08

Samsung may open its One UI 7 Beta program next month, but only in a limited capacity. (Image source: Ice Universe)

New release timeline for One UI 7 Beta emerges with longer than expected wait times anticipated

Many Android OEMs have already started updating their devices to Android 15. In fact, Google has dropped heavy hints that Android 16 will be ready early next year, too. However, a new report suggests that Samsung may leave its fan...

Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2024 20:43

Terraria community members deliver comment on the Palworld X Terraria collaboration

Terraria causes upset with upcoming Palworld collaboration

Palworld and Terraria are teasing an upcoming collaboration, and, although not much has been revealed about the cross-over, some members of the Terraria community have expressed concerns over Terraria's development and even potent...

Julian van der Merwe, 27 Nov 2024 18:32

Beta Version 12.31 is the second update for the Fenix 8 this week. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Fenix 8 receives CIQ app improvements and other bug fixes with latest update

Garmin has kicked off a new software development cycle for the Enduro 3, Fenix E and Fenix 8. Rolling out as Beta Version 12.31, the update is packed with over half a dozen bug fixes designed to improve the user experience in vari...

Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2024 13:52

The Pixel Watch 3 will likely be one of the first smartwatches to receive stable Android 15-based builds. (Image source: Google)

Wear OS 5.1: Google previews new update based on Android 15 for Pixel Watch 3 and other smartwatches

It seems that Google will soon bring Wear OS onto Android 15. Arriving through Wear OS 5.1, the update introduces new audio options and a unified password manager, among other changes.

Alex Alderson, 27 Nov 2024 13:26

The Xiaomi 14 is one of the first smartphones to receive HyperOS 2.0 globally. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Xiaomi 14 starts receiving HyperOS 2.0 globally with Android 15

Xiaomi has quietly started rolling out HyperOS 2.0 to the Xiaomi 14 worldwide. Arriving with Android 15 too, the update brings various AI features to Xiaomi's recent compact flagship, among other changes.

Alex Alderson, 26 Nov 2024 14:12

Hyundai and Kia recalling 208 thousand EVs in the US over power loss issue (Image source: Hyundai)

Hyundai and Kia to recall 208,000 EVs in the US due to power loss and crash risk

Hyundai and Kia are planning a recall that will affect over 208,000 EVs in the US. The automakers have to fix a power train issue that can cause a loss of power and a crash.

David Odejide, 26 Nov 2024 07:58

The latest batch of ARM64 devices began rolling out almost six months ago. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Drive for Desktop Beta now supports Windows 11 ARM64 devices

Google has released a new version of its Drive for Desktop program that contains native ARM64 binaries. As a result, Google Drive for Desktop is now available across recent Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus and Snapdragon X Elite machine...

Alex Alderson, 25 Nov 2024 20:03

Gentler Streak iOS app version 5.0.5 lets users track Unspecified sleep. (Image source: Gentler Streak)

Gentler Streak fitness app update brings new sleep tracking feature

The Gentler Streak app, only available for iOS, has received a new update. The award-winning fitness app lets you track your workouts and wellbeing, and it recently gained a new sleep health section. Version 5.0.5 brings a new sle...

Polly Allcock, 25 Nov 2024 19:48