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Mockup of banner for October PlayStation Plus Games (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Leak reveals October PlayStation Plus games will include a major survival horror PS5 title

The upcoming PS Plus games will feature a popular attraction for horror junkies. A reliable leaker reports that Alan Wake 2 will become the focal point of the October library. The Remedy Entertainment sequel adds more tension and ...

Adam Corsetti, 24 Sep 2025 21:04

Huawei’s Watch Ultimate (pictured) is receiving a global update. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei rolls out global smartwatch update with new features

A new global update is currently rolling out to an older Huawei smartwatch. It is said to bring overall system stability improvements, as well as new features linked to the wearable’s Golf Mode. There are two versions of the relea...

Polly Allcock, 24 Sep 2025 19:22

Gemini 2.5 Deep Think achieved gold-medal level at ICPC 2025. (Image source: GPT-image-1)

Gemini 2.5 Deep Think achieves gold-medal level at ICPC 2025

The Gemini 2.5 Deep Think AI achieved gold-medal level at the 2025 International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC). It solved ten of twelve tasks, including one that none of the participating human teams could solve. This achi...

Ulrich Mathey, 24 Sep 2025 17:59

HyperOS 3 will reach dozens of device by the end of Q1 2026. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi reveals stable HyperOS 3 global rollout plans from October 2025 onwards for dozens of smartphones and tablets

Xiaomi has confirmed its HyperOS 3 release plans after debuting its new OS update globally. Starting in October 2025, the company's rollout schedule will take in dozens of devices but may not end until March 2026 at the earliest.

Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2025 17:13

The Garmin vivoactive 6 smartwatch (pictured) appears to be receiving a new update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin smartwatch gets battery drain bug fix in new update

Garmin is rolling out a new beta update to one of its smartwatches. Flagged by several users in the brand’s forum, it is said to tackle a battery drain problem and bring two new features to users of the vivoactive 6. One of these ...

Polly Allcock, 24 Sep 2025 16:58

Amazfit’s T-Rex 3 smartwatch (pictured) is receiving a new update. (Image source: Amazfit)

Amazfit T-Rex 3 update brings new running dynamics and more keyboard layouts

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 is receiving a new update, software version 3.10.4.1. This release brings new running dynamics for a range of activity types, helping users to increase their running efficiency. Other additions include two extr...

Polly Allcock, 24 Sep 2025 12:47

Debian-based distro for system integrators SysLinuxOS 13 Mate now available (Image source: SysLinuxOS)

SysLinuxOS 13 Mate now available, Gnome edition coming next week

Based on Debian Trixie and targeting system integrators, SysLinuxOS 13 Mate includes a rich set of tools, such as Angry IP scanner, Etherscape, Putty, Zenmap, firewalk, Teams for Linux, Firefox, Chrome, and Edge, as well as docker...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Sep 2025 07:12

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Switch and Switch 2 cases are shown (Image source: Best Buy with edits)

New Nintendo Switch case design could mislead buyers shopping for Switch 2 games

Nintendo doesn’t plan to stop supporting Switch games in the near future. Even so, fans loyal to the handheld may have to accept the often-criticized Switch 2 cases. Buyers have noticed that games like Red Dead Redemption now use ...

Adam Corsetti, 23 Sep 2025 22:04

Xiaomi is testing HyperOS 3 update for a bunch of older Redmi and Xiaomi phones. (Image source: Xiaomi; edited)

HyperOS 3 based on Android 15 spotted on 16 Xiaomi and Redmi devices

Android 15-based HyperOS 3 internal test builds have been spotted on 16 Xiaomi and Redmi devices, including the Xiaomi 12 series, Redmi Note 13 5G, POCO F5 Pro, and more. Xiaomi hasn’t announced any public beta programs for these ...

Kristen Spradlin, 23 Sep 2025 20:20

The Fenix 8 is one of several smartwatches eligible to try out v20.07 on Garmin's Beta Program. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases major update to high-end smartwatches with dozens of new features and improvements

Garmin has already switched many of its latest flagship smartwatches to a new development round. Moving on from System Software 17.30, Garmin has now issued Beta Version 20.07 to the Fenix 8, Tactix 8 and others with almost 40 new...

Alex Alderson, 23 Sep 2025 19:54

The GeForce Now 2.0.78 update improves Borderlands 4 performance on badass settings (Image source: Alex Waetzel)

GeForce Now gets GeForce RTX 5080-powered servers worldwide

Released today, GeForce Now 2.0.78 brings GeForce RTX 5080-powered gaming to its users worldwide. Additionally, users get the ability to use a mouse and keyboard for gaming on Meta Quest headsets, as well as general stability and ...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Sep 2025 17:41

Switch 2 Game-Key Card shown above console (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Developers of third-party Switch 2 games express frustration, with Game-Key Cards a concern

Many third-party studios believe that Nintendo has made it overly difficult to develop Switch 2 games. A new report highlights the concerns surrounding Game-Key Cards. Slow dev kit shipments have also prevented some studios from r...

Adam Corsetti, 23 Sep 2025 17:21

A screenshot from Ubisoft's open world FPS Far Cry 4 that shows off the gameplay and combat in the game. (Image Source: Steam - Edited)

Deal | Ubisoft's classic Himalayan open-world shooter is now 85% off on Steam for a limited time

Far Cry 4, Ubisoft’s classic open-world FPS set in the Himalayas, is now discounted by 85% in the latest Steam sale, dropping to its lowest recorded price of $4.49. The PC game holds a “Very Positive” rating on Steam, with over 20...

Rohith Bhaskar, 23 Sep 2025 17:02

Google Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2 hits supported Pixel handsets with new icon shapes

Supported Pixel devices can now run Android 16 QPR2 Beta 2, a version that offers five icon shape choices, namely circle, square, four-sided and seven-sided cookie, as well as arch. Other changes, such as a new measure for protect...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Sep 2025 23:42

A screenshot of 2D platformer BlockBlasters that was removed from Steam for embedded malicious code that drained crypto wallets. (Image source: Steam)

Steam removes BlockBlasters after malware drains $150K in crypto from players

BlockBlasters, a verified title on Steam, was removed after it stole players' cryptocurrency to the tune of an estimated $150,000 over a period of one month. The game, released in July 2025, reportedly stole from 261 user accounts...

Rohith Bhaskar, 22 Sep 2025 20:52

Silent Hill f PS5 Pro enhanced version produces artifacts, making some gamers prefer PS5 performance

According to a Digital Foundry review, Silent Hill f performance on Sony’s flagship console has caveats. The PS5 Pro enhanced game suffers from shimmering reflections due to its PSSR implementation. Like other PS5 Pro games, playe...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Sep 2025 20:50

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 official trailer and multiplayer details now live (Image source: Call of Duty)

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 trailer goes live, 18 multiplayer maps confirmed

About four months after the first official teaser, Activision is back with a multiplayer-focused trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. Alongside it, an in-depth blog post covers the maps, modes, perks, weapons, and other details ...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Sep 2025 19:49

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung kicks off One UI 8 rollout for Galaxy S24 series

The wait is over for Galaxy S24 users as Samsung has officially begun the stable rollout of One UI 8, bringing a fresh wave of updates and refinements. This new software, based on Android 16, promises a smoother experience with ne...

Jean Leon, 22 Sep 2025 17:24

Is the Windows Live wallpaper feature back? (Image source: microsoft.com - edited)

The video wallpapers feature is returning in Windows 11

Wallpaper engine and similar apps won't be needed soon, as Microsoft has decided to reintroduce the ability to use video as the desktop background in Windows 11. The feature was abandoned long ago and was last available in Windows...

Anton Avdyushkin, 22 Sep 2025 16:12

The Philips Hue and Sonos integration is now rolling out. (Image source: Philips Hue)

New Philips Hue integration rolling out as app update arrives

A new Philips Hue smart home integration is rolling out to users of Sonos devices. You can now use the audio brand’s voice assistant to control Hue smart lights and smart plugs. Plus, there are also bug fixes for Philips Hue app u...

Polly Allcock, 22 Sep 2025 16:00

Garmin’s new Health Status feature (shown on Venu 4) is rolling out to some smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin sleep-related feature already available for some users

The Garmin Health Status feature is rolling out to users of some of the brand’s smartwatches. This sleep-related tool arrived with the new Venu 4 wearable, and is designed to help users track five important health metrics. It is a...

Polly Allcock, 22 Sep 2025 12:51

Opera 122.0.5643.51 Video Skip feature further improves (Image source: Blog | Opera News)

Opera now sports a redesigned History, new Themes, and lets users manually skip any video ad

At the end of last week, Opera One 122.0.5643.51 arrived with several changes in addition to the usual minor tweaks and fixes. Although the two new visual themes may not appeal to everyone, the redesigned History and the ability t...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Sep 2025 12:35

DietPi 9.17 Linux for SBCs, AI-generated launch teaser image (Image source: DietPi.com Docs)

Ultralight Debian 13-based DietPi 9.17 Linux for SBCs now available

Based on Debian 13 and designed primarily for single-board computers such as the Raspberry Pi family, DietPi 9.17 comes with improved backups, a Roon Server early access toggle, as well as multiple minor bug fixes and tweaks. Alon...

Codrut Nistor, 22 Sep 2025 11:10

Possible Forza Horizon 6 Japanese car shown at Tokyo Game Show 2025 (Image source: Microsoft Xbox Gaming with edits)

Forza Horizon 6 could be the unannounced Xbox game on the Tokyo Game Show 2025 schedule

Many gamers are predicting that Forza Horizon 6 will be a focal point of the Tokyo Game Show 2025. The event's itinerary includes an hour dedicated to an unnamed Xbox game. Leaks point to an often-requested Forza Horizon 6 locatio...

Adam Corsetti, 22 Sep 2025 02:01

xAI releases Grok 4 Fast AI with strong price vs performance. (Image source: xAI)

xAI Grok 4 Fast AI significantly reduces costs while retaining high performance in answering prompts

xAI's Grok 4 Fast offers top-ten AI performance at a lower price than most competitors, allowing businesses to save money on its use. As a tradeoff, it omits image and video creation capabilities.

David Chien, 21 Sep 2025 23:08

Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 banner is shown (Image source: Nintendo of America YouTube with edits)

Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2 price may be cheaper than PS5 and Xbox versions

Switch 2 gamers may pay less for Resident Evil Requiem than their PlayStation and Xbox counterparts. The handheld port will feature lower resolution graphics, but offer similar gameplay. Nintendo fans have become accustomed to pay...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Sep 2025 22:30

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 DLC and skins shown (Image source: Sony PlayStation with edits)

Leak reveals Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 DLC plans and Modern Warfare 4 engine upgrade

Activision may bombard gamers with DLC soon after the Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 release date. A new leak hints that Season 1-4 will feature a generous number of maps and skins. The same source confirms that Modern Warfare 4 will r...

Adam Corsetti, 21 Sep 2025 04:28

Steam early access banner is shown (Image source: Valve, with edits)

Study shows how prolonged early access can hurt sales of Steam games and player counts

While more Steam games offer early access, the duration of these pre-release periods varies. An analysis of titles over three years reveals the ideal length of time to complete development. How involved gamers are in the process m...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Sep 2025 22:46

Android 16-based Xiaomi HyperOS 3 beta lands soon on over 15 global devices

Xiaomi recently began recruiting international users for its HyperOS 3 beta program, and eligible devices are expected to get the test Android 16 firmware on September 24, 2025. XiaomiTime has now listed the first possible phones ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Sep 2025 14:15

Shape of Dreams features eight unique heroes and offers players plentiful customisation and progression options. (Image source: Lizard Smoothie on X)

Steam hidden gem rockets to popularity in launch week: Fast-paced co-op hack-and-slash game attracts 45,000 players, 4,000+ positive reviews in 1 week

Shape of Dreams, a new Steam hack-n-slash game that launched on September 10, is discounted to $19.99 as part of a new sale. The hack and slash roguelite features fast-paced combat, eight playable characters, and four-player co-op...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Sep 2025 09:06

Magix releases Vegas Pro 23 video editing software with GPU-accelerated Vegas Core Engine. (Image source: Magix)

Magix unveils Vegas Pro 23 with GPU-accelerated video editing

Magix has launched Vegas Pro 23, a Windows video editor that introduces GPU-acceleration to speed color grading, enable real-time previews, and power smoother playback, with support for ARM-based Snapdragon X systems. The update a...

David Chien, 20 Sep 2025 00:28

Remedy 30th Anniversary Humble Bundle deal banner (Image source: Humble Bundle with edits)

Deal | Humble Bundle deal sells 9 games worth $238 for $27, including Steam AAA horror and shooter titles

Paying tribute to Remedy Entertainment, Alan Wake and Max Payne headline the latest Humble Bundle. Both titles have gameplay that appeals to fans of horror games and third-person shooters. The package valued at $238 also offers hi...

Adam Corsetti, 20 Sep 2025 00:16

Valve will discontinue Steam client updates on 32-bit systems in 2026. Users urged to upgrade to 64-bit systems. (Image source: Valve, edited)

Valve's Steam to drop support for Windows 10 (32-bit)

Valve confirms its gaming platform will stop updating on 32-bit Windows 10 starting January 1, 2026, marking the end of Steam support for legacy systems.

Santiago Nino, 19 Sep 2025 21:18

6 phones will receive the stable update in China by October 15, 2025. Pictured: the file sharing feature of HyperOS 3. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Xiaomi confirms stable HyperOS 3 update rollout in October 2025 for over 20 devices

Xiaomi is currently testing HyperOS 3 beta on many of its products, and the company has just announced the imminent rollout of the stable update. To be specific, six phones are set to get the non-beta version by October 15, 2025.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Sep 2025 16:35

Ubuntu 25.10 beta comes with the Linux 6.17 kernel and more

Ubuntu 25.10 "Questing Quokka" is one step closer to the masses thanks to a new beta release. Targeting multiple platforms and available in quite a few versions, as usual, this release includes the 6.17 Linux kernel and most featu...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2025 16:20

Amazfit’s T-Rex 3 Pro smartwatch (pictured) is receiving an update. (Image source: Amazfit)

New Amazfit smartwatch gets route planning improvement in update

Amazfit’s latest smartwatch is receiving its first update. Reported on social media, software version 2.2.3.3 is said to improve the on-watch route planning feature. Also listed in the change log are other enhancements and a bug f...

Polly Allcock, 19 Sep 2025 14:06

Vivaldi 7.6 brings an editable tab bar and more to desktop users

In its quest for delivering the ultimate customization capabilities, Vivaldi 7.6 for desktop arrives with a fully customizable tab bar alongside the Tab Button. Additionally, this update sports cleaner context menus, address field...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2025 13:42

Potential Resident Evil Requiem character Leon is shown (Image source: Capcom with edits)

Capcom may reveal major Resident Evil Requiem character at State of Play or Tokyo Game Show

Survival horror fans may soon find out what part Leon will play in Resident Evil Requiem. A leaker believes that the former cop-turned-government agent will emerge at an upcoming showcase. The ninth mainline Resident Evil game wil...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2025 21:56

Promotional artwork for Fortnite's Ballistic v37.10 update that went live in August 2025. (Image Source: Epic Games)

Epic takes on Roblox: Fortnite creators will soon be able to sell in-game items

Epic Games has announced a new programme that will allow Fortnite creators to sell in-game items from their islands. The company will take 50% of the V-bucks value from sales, and it will determine the amount in US dollars based o...

Rohith Bhaskar, 18 Sep 2025 21:37

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond banner showing Samus Aran on bike (Image source: Nintendo of America YouTube with edits)

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond story details leak after Nintendo finally confirms release date

A Japanese cover for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has leaked crucial details about its narrative. It also discusses how Samus Aran received her psychic powers. Some fans believe that Nintendo has been too secretive about the Switch gam...

Adam Corsetti, 18 Sep 2025 17:35

Garmin has rolled out two stable updates for the Instinct E and Instinct 3 series inside of a month. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update with heart rate improvements for mid-range smartwatches

Garmin has started rolling out a new stable update for many of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Available as System Software 10.36, the new update is said to introduce heart rate improvements and other bug fixes.

Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2025 15:30

Garmin’s Lifestyle Logging feature (pictured) is rolling out to all users. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin health tracking feature rolling out to all users

A new Garmin feature is on the way to all users of the Garmin Connect app. Lifestyle Logging is designed to help you to track daily habits and to understand the impact of your behaviour, or other factors, on your health. Manually ...

Polly Allcock, 18 Sep 2025 12:16

The Fenix 8 Pro has received its second software update this month. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin introduces second major update for new high-end smartwatch following recent release

Garmin has delivered another new update for the Fenix 8 Pro. The second after the device's global release earlier this month, System Software 18.51 brings another dozen changes and improvements to the table, including new touchscr...

Alex Alderson, 18 Sep 2025 11:43

A screenshot from Buckshot Roulette that showcases the game's creepy atmosphere as you play against the Dealer. (Image Source: Steam)

Deal | Buckshot Roulette: An addictive and creepy Russian Roulette simulator now just $1.79 on Steam for a limited time

2024's macabre sleeper hit, Buckshot Roulette, is 40% off on Steam right now for a limited time. It's available at its lowest recorded price of $1.79, a steal for the many hours of replayability. It currently sits on an "Overwhelm...

Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Sep 2025 23:31

Vibe coders have to face inconsistent performance of AI models (Image source: Generated using OpenAI)

Open source tool measures the stupidity level of AI models

A new open-source tool is offering real-time monitoring of multiple AI models, including OpenAI GPT-5, Claude Opus 4, and Gemini 2.5 Pro. The first of its kind, it can detect "when AI companies reduce model capability to save cost...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Sep 2025 23:21

Apple's most powerful desktop, the M3 Ultra-powered Mac Studio (pictured), apparently has issues with updating to macOS 26 Tahoe. (Image source: Apple, w/ edits)

Apple's most powerful desktop cannot install latest version of macOS

Several users that own a Mac Studio with Apple's M3 Ultra chip have reported that their desktop cannot install macOS 26 Tahoe, the latest version of macOS. This is apparently due to a bug that may relate to an inability to properl...

Sam Medley, 17 Sep 2025 22:59

Promotional artwork that displays new updates for Google's Discover feed on smartphones. (Image Source: Google)

Google's Discover feed will now show social media posts and YouTube Shorts from creators you follow

Google is rolling out an update for its Discover feed that the company claims will make it easier to find and follow creators and publishers you are interested in. It will go beyond just showing articles from sources to more forma...

Rohith Bhaskar, 17 Sep 2025 21:39

Switch 2 and PS5 consoles shown on colors of Spanish flag (Image source: Nintendo of America, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Nintendo Switch 2 console sales trail PS5 in one EU nation, with third-party games struggling

Excitement over the Nintendo Switch 2 could be waning in Spain. A popular podcast cited sales data suggesting that Switch 2 sales have fallen behind the PS5. With unpopular Game-Key Cards, buyers are also hesitant to try third-par...

Adam Corsetti, 17 Sep 2025 20:17

The Fenix 7 Pro is one of three smartwatches that can now manually request Garmin's latest stable update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases major new update to older Pro smartwatches after prolonged wait

Garmin has quietly started offering its latest stable software update to older Pro-branded smartwatches. Available to download as System Software 23.18 on Fenix 7 Pro, Epix 2 Pro and the Tactix 7 Pro, the new update introduces num...

Alex Alderson, 17 Sep 2025 19:27

Amazfit’s Balance 2 XT smartwatch (pictured) is receiving a software update. (Image source: Amazfit, edited)

Amazfit brings BioCharge and continuous heart rate features to new smartwatch

Amazfit is rolling out software version 3.22.0.4 to another smartwatch. This release, recently reported by users on Reddit, brings the BioCharge energy level score, as well as continuous heart rate monitoring. Plus, users of the B...

Polly Allcock, 17 Sep 2025 18:56