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DeepL has launched an improved AI for higher-quality language translations across 33 languages. Unlike other large language models for chatbots, DeepL’s model is made with proprietary data for more accurate language translations. Traditional Chinese has been added for the chipmaking industry.

Renowned tipster @UniverseIce denied the rumor that Apple's 'Dynamic Island' design is coming to Samsung's upcoming One UI 7.0 beta update. He further stated that the elliptical status bar notification design, that originally led people to expect the inclusion of 'Dynamic Island', may come to more services, such as recorder and stopwatch. Samsung is expected to start beta testing One UI 7.0 on July 29th.

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WazirX has outlined a strategy to address a recent cyberattack that resulted in the loss of over $230 million in crypto assets. The crypto exchange has implemented a two-tiered recovery plan, allowing users to choose between prioritized asset recovery with limited access or immediate access with delayed recovery. To mitigate losses, WazirX will distribute recovered funds among affected users through a “balanced crypto basket” approach.

Garmin has begun offering a new update for the Fenix 7 series and its siblings, like the Enduro 2 and Quatix 7. Available exclusively through its Beta Program for now, the update is said to address bugs that could cause system crashes if otherwise left unchecked.

Leaked screenshots of Samsung's One UI 7.0 give us a glimpse of the major UI overhaul coming to Galaxy devices. The images reveal a shift towards more round visual elements, alongside a potential separation of quick settings and notification panels. Additionally, the update may bring cross-device video call capabilities to eligible Galaxy phones and tablets.

Codenamed "Wilma" and to be supported until 2029, Linux Mint 22 comes with multiple software updates, including the Linux kernel 6.8, themes with GTK4 support alongside multiple visual changes across the entire system, HiDPI in the boot sequence, Plymouth, and Slick-Greeter. Hexchat has been replaced with the Matrix chat network.

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 Insider update has added the ability to manage files on your Android phone through File Explorer. This will eliminate the need to connect your smartphone to your PC through a USB cable for storage management.

Based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and available in no less than ten editions, Ubuntu Pack 24.04 is now out. This distro comes with a universal VLC player, a comprehensive set of media codecs, and support for running Windows apps. The list of preinstalled apps includes Inkscape, XnView, Peazip, Firefox, Veracrypt, and more.

Wooting argues that its SOCD (Simultaneous Opposing Cardinal Directions) feature only levels the playing field after Razer popularised its Snap Tap implementation. A large swathe of the gaming community and some developers, however, considers the feature a game-breaking cheat that should be banned from competitive play.

Meta has unveiled its biggest, smartest, most-neutered Llama 3.1 405B AI for royalty-free use. The 750 GB, 405 billion parameter large language model (LLM) is one of the biggest ever released and performs competitively with flagship competitors Anthropic Claude 3.5 Sonnet and OpenAI GPT-4o.

OpenAI has unveiled SearchGPT, a new search prototype combining AI with real-time web data. It offers conversational search, providing direct answers with clear source attribution. The platform places high emphasis on user experience and publisher collaboration. While currently in beta, users can sign up using the waitlist on the official website to test SearchGPT out.

A Google Photos app teardown has revealed that the search giant may be considering launching a new Google One plan offering most of the usual perks at a lower price point. To get there, the company may have to remove the family sharing option and reduce the amount of storage available to the customer.

Samsung's upcoming One UI 7, based on Android 15, may feature a Dynamic Island-like interface. The update reportedly aims to incorporate functionality similar to Apple's Dynamic Island and Live Activities, potentially enhancing Samsung's user interface capabilities.

Available in its current form since early August 2007, MidnightBSD started as a FreeBSD fork in 2005. Version 3.2.0 brings the Ravenports integrated system, which allows you to build packages of complex software, including private repositories for targeted use. The default desktop environment remains Xfce.

Garmin has started rolling out a new stable update to one of its popular mid-range smartwatch series. Available now globally, the update seeks to resolve various outstanding bugs, including plenty that could cause issues in a variety of activities.

Sony has revealed plans to update its PlayStation 5 consoles in a variety of ways. Unfortunately, one major change is only headed to the so-called PS5 Slim, which Sony refers to as its 'latest PS5' or 'slimmer PS5'.

In a first for the franchise, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 will be now available on Xbox Game Pass for Console, PC, and Ultimate subscriptions. The rebooted Modern Warfare 3, launched in 2023, features a single-player campaign and multiplayer modes (with an open-world zombie mode as well). The arrival of Modern Warfare 3 is expected to be followed by Black Ops 6, confirmed for launch on Xbox Game Pass later this year.

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A recent leak from Ice Universe indicates that Samsung may release the first beta of One UI 7.0 in July or August. If things go as planned, the Galaxy S24 series will be the first to receive the major OS update in its beta form. The update is expected to introduce smoother animations similar to those found in iOS and ColorOS among other refinements.

Spotify CEO talked about a "deluxe" version of Spotify today during an earnings call. The premium tier with Hi-Fi audio, which is still in the works, is expected to cost around $18 and offer features like advanced library management and AI-powered playlists. This comes after delays to the initial "Spotify HiFi" plan and a shift in strategy to compete with rivals like Apple Music. While the exact features are unknown, the rollout is still reportedly happening later in 2024.

Garmin has published a new update for its flagship Forerunner smartwatch. While the update is currently restricted to the company's Beta Program, it indicates that dozens of improvements will eventually be headed the Forerunner 965's way when a fresh stable update eventually lands.

Google celebrated World Emoji Day by announcing new emoji and features. Seven new emoji, including a fingerprint and a leafless tree, are arriving in September. Emoji Kitchen, a feature allowing users to combine emoji, has grown to over 100,000 combinations and can now be explored through Google Search. Upcoming features include an Emoji Kitchen Effect for YouTube Shorts and emoji customization options for Google Maps.

System76's long-awaited Cosmic desktop environment will officially ship with the Pop!_OS 24.04 alpha build, bringing with it a host of improvements to GPU compatibility and features. Despite it being an alpha build, System76 hopes for Cosmic and Pop!_OS 24.04 to be completely usable as a daily driver OS.

The Forerunner 955 is in line for a new update, two months after Garmin last updated the smartwatch. Rolling out on Garmin's Beta Program, the update contains over a dozen improvements, including the option of backing up and restoring device settings.

Garmin has finally rolled out a new update to the Forerunner 265, two months after finishing up the development of v19.xx builds. As expected, the company has now kicked off v20.xx updates, albeit only on its Beta Program so far.

WhatsApp's iOS beta program is testing a new feature allowing users to share files with nearby contacts without needing an internet connection. This functionality, similar to a feature being tested for Android, aims to simplify sharing documents and media in situations with limited or unstable internet. While the current iOS iteration involves users scanning a QR code, the final design and release date are still uncertain. This feature, once implemented, is expected to work across platforms and utilize end-to-end encryption for secure file transfers.

As per 9to5Google, Samsung is dropping its own messaging app on new Galaxy phones in favor of Google Messages. Google is already driving RCS messaging, and this move will only align with the same. RCS has already been proved to be more secure and feature-rich than standard messaging protocols. While Samsung Messages can still be downloaded from the Galaxy Store, some features might be missing.

Digital Extremes revealed a content roadmap for Warframe, a free-to-play action RPG. A new story quest, "The Lotus Eaters," arrives in August, setting the stage for the "Warframe: 1999" time travel expansion this winter. Before then, a fall update will bring general upgrades, including a new arsenal management system and robotic companions. Players can expect new enemies, weapons, and lore in the 1999 expansion.

The Huawei Watch Fit 3 has just received a major software update, which is not only intended to improve stability, but also adds new functions. Navigation is now possible on the smartwatch.

Google will cease goo.gl short link operations in a year on August 25, 2025. The company points users to use their Firebase Dynamic Links (FDL) service, which is also being terminated on August 25, 2025. Users wanting to use short URLs will need to switch to a 3rd party link shortening service soon because all goo.gl links will not work after the termination date.

Anthropic has launched its free Android AI chatbot app powered by Claude 3.5 Sonnet. The app enables users to ask the AI questions and receive detailed answers and analysis. The app can be used to summarize office documents and emails, provide suggestions for improved business practices, create new texts, and more.

With the new Android 15 Beta 4 update, users will get the ability to turn the Android 14 space minigame Easter egg into a "Landroid" screensaver. The final, polished version likely arrives with the Pixel 9 launch later in 2024, with the first appearance of the Easter egg dating back to July 2023.

A new leak has shed light on what we can expect from Samsung's next major software update: One UI 7. Overall, it is slated to bring froth a bunch of cosmetic changes, many of which are inspired by Apple's iOS 18.

Garmin has rolled out two new updates for many of its mid-range smartwatches. Both arriving on the company's Beta Program, the updates are said to resolve potential system crashes that could occur in multiple scenarios.

Xiaomi touts the Buds 5 as a new source of flagship-level audio with features such as spatial audio and HiFi sound quality in an "exquisite" new design. The new Buds support the Qualcomm aptX Lossless codec as well as active noise cancellation (ANC), yet are priced at the equivalent of ~$100.

Samsung Galaxy devices are now confirmed to receive a crucial security update in August 2024. This update addresses a major vulnerability (CVE-2024-32896) that affects all Android phones and tablets, not just Pixels. While some new camera improvements could be bundled for the Galaxy S24, Samsung might prioritize integrating new Galaxy AI features or focus solely on security updates.

A major tech outage is causing havoc globally as of July 19th. Airlines have grounded flights due to communication problems, while hospitals, banks, and media outlets are also experiencing disruptions. Early reports suggested a potential link to a software issue with CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor, a cybersecurity program that is causing Windows systems to display the "blue screen of death". The company CEO has since posted a tweet about identifying, isolating and working on the issue as they urge organizations to communicate with CrowdStrike via official channels.

Major Indian crypto exchange WazirX suffered a security breach, losing over $230 million in digital assets. The company posted a tweet on 18th July (3:48 AM EDT) announcing suspension of withdrawals as they investigate the incident - which reportedly involved a compromised multisig wallet. North Korean hackers are responsible for this incident, as per Elliptic.

The 32GS95UE is LG's first ever UltraGear monitor to combine 1080p/480Hz and 4K/240Hz modes in the same OLED display. Now, it is on sale for the first time for the brand's Black Friday in July 2024 event. It makes the device's potentially impressive gaming specs (AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC support included) available for less than $1,200 right now.

While Google Chrome is currently displaying security warnings when trying to download certain files and forbid the operation, the upcoming full-page security warning screen will also allow the user to choose one of three reasons for downloading, and regardless of the answer, the user will be able to complete the operation.

Available since July 10, 2022, Nobara Linux is a Fedora-based distro aimed at gamers and content creators. Yesterday, version 40 arrived with a completely remade updater, KDE 6.1.1, Gnome 46, as well as the Nvidia 555 drivers and much more. Five versions are available for download, including two made to look and feel like the Steam Deck.

MarineMax, a Florida-based yacht and boat retail company, suffered a data breach in March 2024, impacting over 123,000 customers and possibly employees. After initially downplaying the incident, MarineMax confirmed that attackers breached their systems and stole personal information, including names and potentially more. The breach took place between March 1 and 10, and Rhysida claimed responsibility for the same.

Unleashed earlier today, Nvidia's video driver package with version number 560.70 comes with day-one optimizations for the following DLSS 3 games: Stormgate, Dungeonborne, and Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn. This new piece of code also includes support for no less than 14 G-Sync Compatible displays.

OnePlus asserts that you can "Tune out the Chaos" with a pair of its latest wireless earbuds. The Nord Buds 3 Pro support the OEM's highest level of active noise cancellation (ANC) to date and can last for up to 44 hours per charge (albeit not both). The Basswave 2.0 accessories also support up-to-date Bluetooth 5.4 with dual-device connectivity.

Studist has launched Teachme AI to automate multilingual work manual creation while reducing required labor by over 80%. Recording a video while explaining the steps of a work process is all the AI software needs to draft a subtitled, step-by-step video manual broken down into clear steps. Teachme AI is a new feature of Teachme Biz, a manual sharing and creation system for businesses.

Google first announced Vids in April this year with a June release date, and now, it's finally launching in Workspace Labs. The AI-powered video creation app uses Gemini to generate up to 10-minute-long videos, and comes with features like AI-generated storyboards, customizable templates, voiceover creation and more. Vids also has a royalty-free stock content library and an inbuilt recording studio.

AT&T got hacked recently, following an event of a similar nature earlier in 2024. The latter was massive, with personal information of over 73 million customers getting leaked, and this latest data breach is even bigger with approximately 110 million clients affected.

The Steam Fighting Games Fest has officially started, offering as much as 90% off stalwarts like Soul Calibur VI, Mortal Kombat 1, Injustice 2, and Guilty Gear Strive, along with excellent discounts on a few underrated indie fighting games.

Garmin has flighted a new update for the Fenix 7 series and its peers. Since the build is the first public v18 update, it contains numerous changes from v17.28 with at least a dozen bug fixes, improvements and new features.