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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

Fitbit has been named as the joint top most battery draining smartphone app in a recent study. (Image source: Fitbit)

Fitbit revealed as top battery draining app in new report

A recent report has named Fitbit as one of the most battery draining smartphone apps. Both the iOS and Android versions of the software were included in the study, with the issue said to occur even when the app is just running in ...

Polly Allcock, 30 Dec 2024 00:20

Android 15 is one of two OS upgrades promised for the HMD Pulse Pro. (Image source: HMD Global)

HMD Global begins Android 15 rollout, starting with the Pulse Pro

The HMD Pulse Pro is the first of HMD's smartphones to be upgraded to Android 15. The new version of Android brings a performance boost, battery management improvements, and security and privacy upgrades.

Habeeb Onawole, 29 Dec 2024 08:49

Deepseek opens free Deepseek V3 AI LLM chatbot access to all. (Image source: Deepseek)

Deepseek unveils Deepseek V3 AI LLM with free chatbot access

The Chinese AI firm has improved upon its top-ten ranked Deepseek V2 LLM with the launch of Deepseek V3. The LLM is significantly cheaper than most competing AI due to careful optimization of the training process.

David Chien, 28 Dec 2024 06:34

Zenwalk Linux Current 241227 Santa Claus (Image source: Zenwalk GNU Linux)

Slackware-based Zenwalk Linux returns with "Santa Claus" edition

Zenwalk Linux "Santa Claus" edition (current-241227) comes with a few noticeable package updates and new additions, such as Firefox 133, Perl 5.40, Wayland 1.23.1, and more. Overall, it sports the same changes as the latest Slackw...

Codrut Nistor, 27 Dec 2024 23:44

Sid-based siduction 2024.1.0 launches with KDE Plasma 6 while dropping GNOME, MATE, and Cinnamon

Based on Sid (the unstable Debian version), siduction has been around for over a decade with multiple desktop choices. Sadly, version 2024.1.0 discontinues three flavors, namely GNOME, MATE, and Cinnamon. The main highlight is KDE...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Dec 2024 13:40

Palworld fails to impress Terraria fans with first crossover update featuring cat-shooting swords

Palworld has finally released the content update for its infamous Terraria collaboration, and, aside from adding a brand new weapon class straight from the indie survival RPG, the update also brings plenty of new pals, a new islan...

Julian van der Merwe, 24 Dec 2024 09:12

CachyOS 241221 desktop with CLI window (Image source: CachyOS)

CachyOS 241221 launches with performance improvements, Bluetooth support enabled by default, and more

The 13th release of the year, which is also the last one of 2024, speeds up and further enhances the security provided by CachyOS while also improving compatibility thanks to RustiCL, which replaces the default OpenCL driver. Addi...

Codrut Nistor, 23 Dec 2024 20:14

iOS 19 leaked compatibility list reveals iPhone XR will still be alive and kicking next year. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iOS 19 compatibility: Good news for old iPhone users

A rumor has revealed that iOS 19 will be compatible with iPhones as old as the iPhone XR, launched in 2018, which recently became old enough to enter elementary school.

Sambit Saha, 22 Dec 2024 21:44

Face ID for the home: Apple smart doorbell supposedly in development

Apple's planned onslaught on the smart home includes the creation of the OEM's own doorbell, according to the latest rumors. The accessory is thought to integrate with equally smart locks that may or may not also be made by Apple ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2024 17:26

AFMF 2 is now official for the Asus ROG Ally gaming handhelds (Image source: Notebookcheck - edited)

Asus promises significant FPS boost on ROG Ally gaming handhelds with official AFMF 2 support

AFMF 2 is now official for the ROG Ally gaming handhelds, and Asus is promising a big FPS boost with this new AMD frame-gen technology. To be specific, the company says that the tech can offer over 2x uplift.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Dec 2024 09:12

Image source: Kinguin.net, Microsoft with edits

Buying "used" Windows keys on Kinguin: Yes, it works (with a caveat)

CheckMag Buying Windows keys directly from Microsoft is expensive but more importantly, it's just not an option for older operating systems such as Windows 8.1 or Windows 7. This is where platforms like G2A and Kinguin come in as they allo...

Sergey Tarasov, 21 Dec 2024 15:46

Touchscreen functionality should now be respected across multiple Forerunner smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin resolves Forerunner touchscreen woes and other crashes with new update

Garmin has issued a new update for the Forerunner 165, Forerunner 255, Forerunner 265, Forerunner 955 and Forerunner 965, shortly after rolling out Software Version 21.19 globally. This time, it has finalised Software Version 21.2...

Alex Alderson, 21 Dec 2024 15:20

Firmware version 2.4.2 is rolling out to the Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 8K (above) and the older 4K model. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue releases first update for new Play HDMI sync box 8K and older model

The Philips Hue Play HDMI sync box 8K and Play HDMI sync box 4K devices are currently receiving firmware version 2.4.2. The latest model, released earlier this year, gets three changes via the update. These include a new setting a...

Polly Allcock, 20 Dec 2024 23:40

Grml 2024.12 fluxbox desktop (Image source: Grml.org)

Grml 2024.12 ''Adventgrenze'' drops x86 support and welcomes 64-bit ARM CPUs

Grml, an Austrian Linux distribution based on Debian, has returned with version 2024.12. While it drops x86 support, this update is the first to bring this minimal, live Linux distro to 64-bit ARM hardware. In addition to these, G...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Dec 2024 20:54

Google Photos has a new editing feature called Quick Edit (Image source: Google - edited)

Google Photos adds new feature for quick and easy image editing

There are a good number of image editing features available on Google Photos, and a new one has just been rolled out. Called Quick Edit, it makes quick enhancements before sharing. However, it can take time for the feature to reac...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Dec 2024 19:04

Roku's Winter update brings new camera features to its streamers and TVs. (Image source: Roku)

Roku rolls out an update that lets users pin camera feeds to their Roku TV screens

Roku is rolling out an update to its Roku TVs and streamers that brings a handful of features to its smart home cameras. The features which were first announced in October include support for pinning camera feeds to the TV screen ...

Habeeb Onawole, 19 Dec 2024 10:18

Kali Linux 2024.4 drops 32-bit kernel support (Image source: Kali Linux Blog)

Kali Linux 2024.4 launches with GNOME 47 and Python 3.12, drops 32-bit kernel support

The final release of the year sees Kali Linux dropping support for 32-bit kernels while sporting GNOME 47 and Python 3.12. Additionally, the update labeled 2024.4 comes with 14 new tools, a major refresh to the Kali NetHunter stor...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2024 20:49

Matt Mullenweg’s actions follow his public frustrations over the court decision that directed him to remove a prior checkbox that required users to affirm they were not affiliated with WP Engine. (Image source: Wordpress)

"Pineapple is delicious on pizza" checkbox shows up on the WordPress login page

WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg added a “pineapple is delicious on pizza” checkbox after a court order removed a prior login prompt. The move has sparked criticism over professionalism and leadership in the community.

Anubhav Sharma, 17 Dec 2024 18:44

The Home Assistant 2024.12 release has arrived. (Image source: Home Assistant)

Home Assistant announces version 2024.12 release with new features and improvements

A new Home Assistant release, version 2024.12, is now available. The update for the smart home automation software brings new features like scene editor modes and a download snapshot button. Plus, there are several additional inte...

Polly Allcock, 17 Dec 2024 13:54

Gaijin launches War Thunder 2.43 (Image source: Own)

War Thunder ends 2024 with a storm warning

This year's last major update, labeled 2.43 "Storm Warning" by Gaijin, brings quite a few exciting pieces of military hardware to War Thunder. Alongside the Eurofighter Typhoon and the Rafale jets, this refresh also brings the M44...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Dec 2024 12:52

New functions: Suunto rolls out a software update for several smartwatches (Image source: Suunto)

Improved battery life, better GPS accuracy and more: Suunto releases update for several models

Suunto is bringing new functions and improvements to several of its wearables as part of a free update. These include improved precision for outdoor activities, improved energy efficiency and new content to coincide with the upcom...

Silvio Werner, 17 Dec 2024 11:46

Garmin's latest update for the Fenix 8 series contains almost a dozen changes. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Fenix 8 receives almost a dozen improvements with latest stable update

Garmin is rounding off the year with a new stable update for the Enduro 3, Fenix E and Fenix 8. While the company has pushed hundreds of bug fixes to the trio in the last few months, it has found a bunch more that have arrived alo...

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2024 22:57

System Software 19.41 is the second stable update that Garmin has released this month for the Fenix 7 series. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin resolves Connect IQ crash for Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro via new update

The Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro are eligible for a new stable update, as are counterparts like the Enduro 2 and Tactix 7. While the update does not add any new features, it should address an outstanding issue that could cause Garmin's...

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2024 22:42

Software

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

Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 2025 tipped to become available globally soon

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

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

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

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

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

Debian-based Tails 6.11 fixes several serious security issues

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Garmin rolls out beta update for Fenix 6 and Marq smartwatches

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

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

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

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

Fitbit revealed as top battery draining app in new report

HMD Global begins Android 15 rollout, starting with the Pulse Pro

Deepseek unveils Deepseek V3 AI LLM with free chatbot access

Slackware-based Zenwalk Linux returns with "Santa Claus" edition

Sid-based siduction 2024.1.0 launches with KDE Plasma 6 while dropping GNOME, MATE, and Cinnamon

Palworld fails to impress Terraria fans with first crossover update featuring cat-shooting swords

CachyOS 241221 launches with performance improvements, Bluetooth support enabled by default, and more

Apple iOS 19 compatibility: Good news for old iPhone users

Face ID for the home: Apple smart doorbell supposedly in development

Asus promises significant FPS boost on ROG Ally gaming handhelds with official AFMF 2 support

Buying "used" Windows keys on Kinguin: Yes, it works (with a caveat)

Garmin resolves Forerunner touchscreen woes and other crashes with new update

Philips Hue releases first update for new Play HDMI sync box 8K and older model

Update | Software update renders Samsung Galaxy S22 unusable, leaving customers with potentially high repair bills

Grml 2024.12 ''Adventgrenze'' drops x86 support and welcomes 64-bit ARM CPUs

Google Photos adds new feature for quick and easy image editing

Roku rolls out an update that lets users pin camera feeds to their Roku TV screens

Kali Linux 2024.4 launches with GNOME 47 and Python 3.12, drops 32-bit kernel support

"Pineapple is delicious on pizza" checkbox shows up on the WordPress login page

Home Assistant announces version 2024.12 release with new features and improvements

War Thunder ends 2024 with a storm warning

Improved battery life, better GPS accuracy and more: Suunto releases update for several models

Garmin Fenix 8 receives almost a dozen improvements with latest stable update

Garmin resolves Connect IQ crash for Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro via new update

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