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Samsung's Project Moohan headset will be the first Android XR device. (Image source: Marques Brownlee/YouTube)

MKBHD's Project Moohan hands-on video shows software is the strong suit of Samsung's XR headset

Popular YouTuber, Marques Brownlee, got to use Samsung's Project Moohan XR headset ahead of its release, and his video reveals several new details about the headset. What's interesting is that Google seems to have hit the ball out...

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Jan 2025 17:48

The Leica LUX app now offers a simulation of the 100-year-old Leica I. (Image source: Leica)

iPhones get Leica I simulation thanks to Leica LUX 1.4 update

Launched in 1925, the Leica I celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. The world’s first mass-produced 35 mm camera has now made its way onto the Apple iPhone. With the update to version 1.4, the Leica LUX app receives a filter...

Hannes Brecher, 28 Jan 2025 15:57

Home Assistant has announced the 2025.1.4 patch release. (Image source: Home Assistant)

Home Assistant 2025.1.4 patch release now available

The Home Assistant 2025.1.4 patch release is here. It follows the wider 2025.1 release, which arrived at the start of the month with an overhauled backup system and several new integrations. This latest update makes small changes ...

Polly Allcock, 28 Jan 2025 15:04

Apple watch with Unity Rhythm face and Black Unity belt (Image source: Apple)

Apple launches watchOS 11.3 featuring new Unity Rhythm watch face

Apple just dropped watchOS 11.3 and in order to honor the Black History Month, the company also added a special Black Unity loop and a Unity Rhythm watch face. It’s available for Series 6 and newer, Apple Watch Ultra, and SE 2.

Daniel Miron, 28 Jan 2025 14:41

A new Pebble-like watch is in development and it will run the now open-source Pebble OS. (Image source: Eric Migicovsky)

Former Pebble CEO reveals plan for a new smartwatch thanks to Google making PebbleOS open source

There hasn't been a new Pebble smartwatch since 2016's Pebble 2, but that is about to change soon. The former CEO of the company has announced a new Pebble-like watch is coming and it will run the same OS which Google has made ope...

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Jan 2025 13:29

Garmin continues to plug away with Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro development. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin addresses LiveTrack crashes on Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro smartwatches with new update

Garmin has released a new beta update for the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro that should resolve a frustrating bug on some affected smartwatches. Available now globally, Beta Version 20.13 is one of many v20.xx updates that Garmin has be...

Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2025 17:35

Solus 4.7 Endurance now available (Image source: Solus)

Desktop-focused Solus 4.7 brings a new software center and improved video card support

Available with several desktop choices, including Budgie and Xfce, the rolling release distro Solus returns with version 4.7 Endurance. Only available for 64-bit hardware, Solus 4.7 includes multiple package updates, a new softwar...

Codrut Nistor, 27 Jan 2025 17:26

The OnePlus 12R receives a new software update (Image source: Vaidyanathan Subramaniam)

Free update gives OnePlus phone BeaconLink feature for making calls without cellular signal

OnePlus has rolled out a new software update to the OnePlus 12R, enabling the device to make calls even without a cellular connection. This feature could be useful in not only rural areas but also crowded places.

Silvio Werner, 27 Jan 2025 04:43

Google unveils Identity Check. (Image source: Google)

Google Identity Check announced as latest anti-theft feature for Android smartphones

Google has augmented its suite of device security features with Identity Check. It is rated to prevent the extraction of a user's personal and sensitive data from a stolen smartphone by locking them behind biometric authentication...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Jan 2025 17:48

The Fenix 8 has gained another dozen or so changes with its latest beta update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new Fenix 8 beta update with more than a dozen improvements

Garmin has rolled out a new update for the Fenix 8 and its peers. Restricted to its Beta Program for the time being, the new update introduces roughly a dozen bug fixes while also adding new features ahead of a future stable rollo...

Alex Alderson, 25 Jan 2025 23:32

A developer created a version of Snake that uses the individual red, green, and blue subpixels of a display. (Image source: Patrick Gillespie / YouTube)

Developer creates version of Snake using display subpixels

A developer by the name of Patrick Gillespie has developed what may be the smallest version of the classic game Snake ever made. Rather than displaying simple graphics, Gillespie's version of the game uses the individual subpixels...

Sam Medley, 25 Jan 2025 20:33

Macworld says Samsung has copied 'over a dozen' of iPhone features (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung gets called out for copying 'over a dozen' iPhone features in Galaxy S25 series

Besides bringing some hardware changes, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series introduces many new features with One UI 7. Macworld argues that "over a dozen" of these have been copied from the iPhone.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Jan 2025 08:47

Windows 11 gets colored battery icons that make it easier to see battery information

Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Insider Build that brings small but significant changes to how battery information is displayed on PCs. These changes include colored battery icons that make it easier to know what is going ...

Habeeb Onawole, 24 Jan 2025 23:52

Mental health apps might turn into bigger business soon. (Image source: Headspace)

Mental health apps backed to turn into multi-billion-dollar business by 2031

The ever-growing pool of apps rated to help the user manage their mental health and/or related conditions is now predicted to represent an industry that will be worth nearly $18 billion by the start of the 2030s. The 'solutions' a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jan 2025 18:45

The Retroid Pocket Mini is comparatively powerful given its size. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket Mini receives Android 13 upgrade, but early adopters warn against updating

Retroid has now published an Android 13 update for the Pocket Mini. Although the device theoretically now runs the same software as the larger Pocket 5, early reports point to a myriad of issues.

Alex Alderson, 23 Jan 2025 17:29

Android XR is Google's operating system for mixed reality headsets and smart glasses. (Image source: Google)

Google acquires part of HTC's Vive business towards development of Android XR

In a bid to develop Android XR, Google has acquired a part of HTC Vive. The acquisition also includes a transfer of employees from HTC to Google, and a partnership between both companies.

Habeeb Onawole, 23 Jan 2025 16:19

Other Android OEMs have been offering Seamless Updates for years. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy S25: Samsung is finally offering Seamless Updates on its flagship smartphones

Samsung has been offering industry-leading software support across its smartphone portfolio for some time. The advent of the Galaxy S25 series now brings a more secure update process to the company's flagship product stack, too.

Alex Alderson, 23 Jan 2025 15:05

Google rolls out Face Control, other educational tools for ChromeOS

Google announced that ChromeOS 132 would bring a variety of education-focused tools, including the ability to control the operating system with facial gestures, the software that turns a smart board into a full ChromeOS device, an...

Sam Medley, 23 Jan 2025 02:10

Galaxy Watch for Kids makes WearOS watches kid-friendly. (Image source: Google)

Samsung and Google develop a kid-friendly WearOS experience, coming first to the Galaxy Watch 7 LTE

Samsung and Google have partnered on a Galaxy Watch 7 software experience designed for kids. The special mode will allow parents to keep in touch with their kids by equipping them with a Galaxy Watch 7 LTE instead of a smartphone.

Habeeb Onawole, 23 Jan 2025 00:07

The first opportunity to try stable One UI 7 builds will be on the Galaxy S25 series. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung confirms One UI 7 launch on Galaxy S25 smartphones with Now Bar and Galaxy AI improvements

Samsung is preparing to showcase more than a fleet of new flagship smartphones tomorrow. The company has also confirmed that the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra will be the first smartphones to launch with One UI ...

Alex Alderson, 21 Jan 2025 19:55

Stable One UI 7 update to reach compatible Galaxy S phones before the second quarter of this year (Image source: HowToMen)

Samsung shares its plans for stable One UI 7 rollout ahead of Galaxy S25 series launch

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is set to take the stage tomorrow at the first 2025 Galaxy Unpacked event. Right ahead of this January 22 launch event, the company has confirmed the imminent rollout of One UI 7 to compatible last-ge...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jan 2025 13:51

Presidential executive order blocks TikTok ban enforcement for a period of 75 days. (Image source: TikTok)

President Trump signs executive order temporarily blocking enforcement of TikTok ban by attorney general

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order blocking the enforcement of the TikTok ban by the United States for a period of 75 days.

David Chien, 21 Jan 2025 04:16

Garmin has delivered a new bug-fix-focused update for recent Forerunner smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new Forerunner smartwatch updates with HR zone improvements

Garmin has issued a new update for its suite of Forerunner smartwatches. Rolling out now globally on the company's Beta Program, the update primarily improves HR zone functionality for all currently supported models. The new updat...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jan 2025 23:34

It is currently unclear when Garmin's Q1 2025 update will begin shipping. (Image source: Garmin)

Details of new Garmin feature update leak with promise of Body Battery TrueUp and workout improvements

A new leak has revealed early details about Garmin's next major update for dozens of cycling computers and smartwatches. The leak reveals when these new features should begin rolling out by too.

Alex Alderson, 19 Jan 2025 23:27

The frequency with which Garmin is adding new features is slowing down for its Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro updates rear their heads with over half a dozen changes

Garmin has introduced a new set of beta builds for its Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro smartwatches. In keeping with recent firmware, the new updates focus on resolving outstanding bugs rather than adding additional features or functional...

Alex Alderson, 19 Jan 2025 23:22

Gemini Live on the Razr+. (Image source: Motorola)

Motorola upgrades Razr+ 2024 to Gemini Live

Motorola has announced that its latest foldable smartphone now has a AI voice assistant courtesy of Google. Gemini Live is rated to help its users with their tasks, plans and quests for information in the form of real-time convers...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jan 2025 11:14

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

Software

MKBHD's Project Moohan hands-on video shows software is the strong suit of Samsung's XR headset

iPhones get Leica I simulation thanks to Leica LUX 1.4 update

Home Assistant 2025.1.4 patch release now available

Apple launches watchOS 11.3 featuring new Unity Rhythm watch face

Former Pebble CEO reveals plan for a new smartwatch thanks to Google making PebbleOS open source

Garmin addresses LiveTrack crashes on Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro smartwatches with new update

Desktop-focused Solus 4.7 brings a new software center and improved video card support

Free update gives OnePlus phone BeaconLink feature for making calls without cellular signal

Google Identity Check announced as latest anti-theft feature for Android smartphones

Garmin releases new Fenix 8 beta update with more than a dozen improvements

Developer creates version of Snake using display subpixels

Samsung gets called out for copying 'over a dozen' iPhone features in Galaxy S25 series

Windows 11 gets colored battery icons that make it easier to see battery information

Mental health apps backed to turn into multi-billion-dollar business by 2031

Retroid Pocket Mini receives Android 13 upgrade, but early adopters warn against updating

Google acquires part of HTC's Vive business towards development of Android XR

Galaxy S25: Samsung is finally offering Seamless Updates on its flagship smartphones

Google rolls out Face Control, other educational tools for ChromeOS

Samsung and Google develop a kid-friendly WearOS experience, coming first to the Galaxy Watch 7 LTE

Samsung confirms One UI 7 launch on Galaxy S25 smartphones with Now Bar and Galaxy AI improvements

Samsung shares its plans for stable One UI 7 rollout ahead of Galaxy S25 series launch

President Trump signs executive order temporarily blocking enforcement of TikTok ban by attorney general

Garmin releases new Forerunner smartwatch updates with HR zone improvements

Details of new Garmin feature update leak with promise of Body Battery TrueUp and workout improvements

New Garmin Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro updates rear their heads with over half a dozen changes

Motorola upgrades Razr+ 2024 to Gemini Live

Update | US Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban

iOS 19: Leak suggests major redesign of the Camera app

Nest Protect moves to the Google Home app

Nothing Phone (1) starts receiving Android 15 update

Microsoft adds AI to Microsoft 365 service for extra cost

Omega 6 The Triangle Stars limited physical editions coming next month

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

Apple pulls AI news summaries after inaccuracies reach tipping point

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

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

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

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

GamersNexus takes PayPal and Honey to court over MegaLag allegations

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

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

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

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

Sony Xperia 5 V now receiving the Android 15 update

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

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

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

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

MX Linux 23.5 launches with Xfce 4.20 and updated kernel options

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

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