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The download of Software Version 19.18 can be triggered manually by tapping 'Check for Updates' within the Forerunner 965's settings menu. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Forerunner 965 gains over a dozen refinements with new stable update

The Forerunner 965 has received another batch of improvements courtesy of a new stable software update. Totalling over a dozen, the changes include several bug fixes as well as a handful of new features.

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2024 23:49

The Fairphone 5 has been officially added to the LineageOS 21 supported devices list. (Image source: LineageOS / Daniel Schmidt - edited)

Fairphone 5 gets Android 14 via custom ROM before official version lands

LineageOS 21 has launched for the repair-friendly Fairphone 5, making it yet another custom ROM to beat the original OEM to the Android 14 punch. Unlike most other Android makers, though, Fairphone welcomes bootloader unlocking an...

Julian van der Merwe, 24 May 2024 23:13

The Forerunner 265 remains the mid-range option among Garmin's Forerunner portfolio. (Image source: Garmin)

Forerunner 265: Garmin offers up new features and bug fixes via latest stable update

One of Garmin's current mid-range smartwatches is eligible for a new stable update. Available to download now, the update fixes plenty of outstanding bugs while also providing a few new features like a Jet Lag Adviser glance scree...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2024 18:38

The Forerunner 255 has gained plenty of new features with its latest stable update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new Forerunner 255 stable update with support for new Garmin Messenger app and Find My Phone feature

Garmin has introduced a new stable update for the Forerunner 255, which is now rolling out as Software Version 19.18. Not only has the Forerunner 255 received several bug fixes, but it has also gained multiple new features like su...

Alex Alderson, 24 May 2024 18:35

GeForce Game Ready Driver 555.85 downloading in the Nvidia app (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 555.85 sports support for 11 new G-Sync Compatible displays and more

This week's new GeForce Game Ready Driver package is labeled 555.85 and comes with a rich set of changes, including optimizations for no less than four new titles (including F1 24, set to launch on May 28th), support for an additi...

Codrut Nistor, 24 May 2024 18:26

Total War: Warhammer III is a popular game in a seemingly declining genre. (Image source: Steam)

Strategy games a dying breed study claims — interest wanes in tactical gameplay mechanics despite steady player counts

A recent survey of 1.7 million gamers found that games that involve “strategic thinking and planning” are becoming less popular amongst gamers. Out of twelve different motivations, strategic thinking in games has seen the biggest ...

Julian van der Merwe, 23 May 2024 18:35

Developers will need to integrate the new AMD Anti-Lag 2 in their titles. (Source: Anton on Unsplash/AMD)

AMD Radeon Anti-Lag 2 lands with even more latency improvements and without any risk of false-positive bans

AMD has introduced a new version of Anti-Lag, the company’s tool to reduce latency in supported titles. Called “Radeon Anti-Lag 2”, AMD claims that the updated solution cuts latency even further while solving one of the biggest sh...

Fawad Murtaza, 23 May 2024 14:40

foobar2000 Mobile interface (Source: Google Play)

foobar2000 Mobile 1.5 now available with new skin format support

Updated yesterday to version 1.5.1 for Android, which only comes with a few minor fixes, foobar2000 Mobile 1.5 arrived earlier this week with a new skin file format, OGG chapter support, a built-in picture viewer, as well as many ...

Codrut Nistor, 23 May 2024 10:18

The NIIRA Smart Glasses. (Source: Sensotec)

NIIRA: New smart glasses touted to boost orientation and navigation for the visually impaired

Eyesynth and Sensotec have partnered to present a new smart wearable uniquely designed and equipped for wearers with visual impairments. The new kind of spectacles are touted to guide and inform the user as they move around with A...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2024 17:36

MSI Claw gets another BIOS update (Image source: MSI)

MSI Claw puts up another fight against Asus ROG Ally with new BIOS and M Center update

MSI Claw just got another BIOS update, which is promising to offer up to a 30% gaming performance boost. Along with the MSI Center M Update, the company claims that its Intel Meteor Lake gaming handheld can now smoothly run all th...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 May 2024 17:33

The Buds Wireless 3 Neo. (Source: Realme)

Realme Buds Air6 with 50dB ANC and Buds Wireless 3 Neo hit Indian market

The Buds Air6 ship with premium active noise cancellation (ANC) and other specs worthy of higher-end TWS earbuds, yet have launched at the equivalent of ~$40 in a new market. They are joined by a new, more affordable version of wi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 May 2024 16:00

Software Version 19.05 brings new features to the Venu 2 series, principally through CIQ System 7. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin brings new features to Venu 2, Venu 2s and Venu 2 Plus smartwatches through new CIQ System 7 update

Garmin has finally started updating the Venu 2 series to its CIQ System 7 platform. Support for CIQ System 7 arrives via Software Version 19.05, which is now available to download globally.

Alex Alderson, 22 May 2024 14:32

It is unclear how long installation issues have been present for the Venu Sq 2 series. (Image source: Garmin)

Venu Sq 2: Garmin acknowledges app and watch face installation issues allegedly caused by firmware update

Garmin has finally acknowledged the existence of ongoing soft-brick issues on Venu Sq 2 and Venu Sq 2 Music smartwatches. Unfortunately, the company has not provided a timeline for releasing a resolution, let alone what has caused...

Alex Alderson, 22 May 2024 14:29

Software Version 17.20 is available across multiple smartwatch models, including the Epix Pro 2. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new stable update for Fenix 7 smartwatches with dozens of improvements

Garmin has started rolling out a new stable update for the Fenix 7 series, which is also available to Enduro 2, Epix 2, Marq 2 and Quatix 7 smartwatches. Building on v16.22, System Software 17.20 introduces more than two dozen cha...

Alex Alderson, 20 May 2024 16:33

Xiaomi has released its first Android 15 builds. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi kicks off Android 15 beta program with updates for three flagship devices

Xiaomi has announced its Android 15 beta program. Currently running as a developer preview program, Xiaomi is allowing anyone to test out Android 15 provided that they have a Xiaomi 13T Pro, Xiaomi 14 or Xiaomi Pad 6S Pro 12.4.

Alex Alderson, 20 May 2024 16:14

Winamp as an online platform (Source: Own)

Winamp will return this summer

Initially released at the end of April 1997, Winamp has been intermittently dormant for nearly a decade ever since. The latest stable release is one year old and carries the 5.9.2 version number. A new Winamp version, described as...

Codrut Nistor, 18 May 2024 13:02

The beta version of Project IDX can now be tested directly in the browser without a waiting list (Image: Google).

Browser-based IDE: Google's Project IDX now available in public beta

Nine months after Project IDX was first unveiled, Google's web-based development environment is now available to the public as an open beta. This marks the end of the waiting list for Project IDX, which enables cross-platform deve...

Alexander Pensler, 17 May 2024 16:44

Eclipse Theia 1.49 released with development container support

Version 1.49 of the Eclipse Theia development platform has been released, with 53 pull requests incorporated into the update. New features include support for dev containers, a Docker image for the Theia IDE and the so-called Dirt...

Alexander Pensler, 17 May 2024 11:00

Palworld ranking by current players (Source: Steam Charts)

Palworld's freefall continues

Although it went all the way above 2,100,000 simultaneous players, Palworld is now struggling in the second half of the top 100 most played Steam games. While Counter-Strike 2 easily peaks above the 1,000,000 threshold on a daily ...

Codrut Nistor, 17 May 2024 01:10

Garmin promises to have resolved a battery drain bug with Beta Version 17.20 for the Fenix 7 series and its peers like the Epix 2. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update for Enduro 2, Epix 2, Marq 2, Quatix 7 and Fenix 7 flagship smartwatches with long-awaited battery drain bug fix

Garmin has released a new beta update for the Fenix 7 series, which is also available for Enduro 2, Epix 2, Marq 2 and Quatix 7 smartwatches. Distributed as Beta Version 17.20, the update is slated to resolve a long-standing bug t...

Alex Alderson, 16 May 2024 18:10

The biggest name in emulation is now available on the App Store

Retroarch, a massive multi-system emulator, is now available in Apple's App Store for iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs. Retroarch has 78 cores that can emulate a plethora of video game consoles and handhelds, ranging from popular opt...

Sam Medley, 16 May 2024 17:53

Volkswagen Golf eHybrid and GTE debut with more power, stellar (PHEV) range

The Volkswagen Golf series has been augmented with two new variants, both of which are plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Both new cars are equipped with second-gen powertrains rated for the equivalent of up to 272 horsepow...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 May 2024 17:32

Amazfit unleashes smart ring on US market with bundle deals on flagship smartwatches

Amazfit has celebrated the release of its first-gen Helio smart ring to the US market with discounts on the new wearable - so long as you buy a high-end smartwatch from the same brand at the same time. They now include the flagshi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 May 2024 15:17

Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 are getting One UI 6.1 update, but without the AI features (Image source: Samsung [Edited])

Last-gen Samsung mid-range smartphones get One UI 6.1 update, but without the Galaxy AI features

One of the main highlights of Samsung One UI 6.1, introduced with the Galaxy S24 series, is the Galaxy AI features. The company later rolled out the update to last-gen flagships, and now it’s dropping on mid-range devices. But unl...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 May 2024 14:29

Rivian's in-car infotainment system is about to get a whole lot more powerful. (Image source: Rivian)

Rivian R1T, R1S software update to add YouTube, Google Cast support to infotainment screen

Rivian's latest software update for its R1T and R1S electric vehicles adds both a YouTube app and support for Google Cast, opening up a world of possibilities for owners and passengers looking to enjoy everything from music to vid...

Julian van der Merwe, 16 May 2024 08:10

PlayStation Portable emulator PPSSPP lands on Apple App Store

The most popular PSP emulator, PPSSPP, is finally available on iOS and iPadOS through Apple's official App Store. The emulator is free and available on devices running iOS 12.0, iPadOS 12.0, or visionOS 1.0 or later.

Sam Medley, 15 May 2024 21:58

Honor has kicked off its Android 15 Beta Program with its latest flagship smartphones. (Image source: Honor)

Honor announces Android 15 Beta Program for Magic6 Pro and Magic V2 smartphones

Honor has revealed that it has now kicked off its Android 15 Beta Program. The new beta program starts with the Magic6 Pro and Magic V2, despite the latter only recently being eligible for Android 14.

Alex Alderson, 15 May 2024 19:00

Thank to Apple's upcoming Eye Tracking feature, anyone will be able to control their iPad or iPhone with only their eyes. (Image via Apple)

Apple's upcoming accessibility features allow users to control iPhones and iPads with their eyes

Apple announced several new accessibility features coming to iOS and iPadOS. Among them are Eye Tracking, which will allow users to interact with an iPhone or iPad with only their eyes; Vocal Shortcuts, which lets users customize ...

Sam Medley, 15 May 2024 18:35

Endless OS 6 using the dark theme (Source: Endless OS Foundation)

Endless OS 6 debuts with new looks, updated apps, and more

On the way to its 10th anniversary, the Debian-based Linux distro Endless OS got updated to version 6. This new release comes with dark mode support, version 6.5 of the Linux kernel alongside the Gnome 43.9 desktop environment, as...

Codrut Nistor, 15 May 2024 17:45

SteamOS receives a new beta update (Image: Marc Herter)

SteamOS update promises many improvements, HDMI CEC and higher performance

Valve is rolling out a new and extensive software update. The SteamOS update is set to offer numerous improvements, including further enhancements to performance and screen.

Silvio Werner, 15 May 2024 11:02

Android 15 Beta 2 launches today

Scheduled to launch later today, Google's second beta of the next Android iteration is expected to sport quite a few noticeable changes. While the details are not available yet, users of Google smartphones starting with the Pixel ...

Codrut Nistor, 15 May 2024 10:57

Garmin has rolled out a small update to the Fenix 7 series this time around, Quatix 7 pictured. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new Fenix 7 smartwatch software before new stable update

The Fenix 7 series has received yet more bug fixes courtesy of a new beta software update. Rolling out as Beta Version 17.19, the build replaces Beta Version 17.17 and is available to download as an over-the-air (OTA) update.

Alex Alderson, 14 May 2024 15:22

OpenAI launches GPT-4o with improved audio, image, and text capabilities. (Source: OpenAI on YouTube)

OpenAI launches faster, improved GPT-4o AI with ability to chat using audio, images, and text

OpenAI has launched a faster, improved GPT-4o AI with the ability to chat using audio, images, and text for input and output. The AI has noticeably improved speech recognition across a variety of languages. The chatbot model is av...

David Chien, 14 May 2024 07:22

PCIe 7.0 future motherboard (Source: DALL·E 3-generated image)

Intel Linux driver update brings PCIe 6.0 and 7.0 thermal throttling

While the latest Intel Linux driver update allows for the system to automatically decrease the PCIe link speed when overheating is detected, link width throttling is not added yet. A future update will integrate it as well, since ...

Codrut Nistor, 13 May 2024 19:49

Garmin has brought more bug fixes to the Fenix 7 series with Beta Version 17.17. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin Fenix 7 software update released with fresh improvements

Garmin has pushed a new update for the Fenix 7 and Epix 2. Also available across other flagship smartwatches like the Enduro 2 and Quatix 7, Beta Version 17.17 introduces several refinements, including one focused on improving Gar...

Alex Alderson, 13 May 2024 00:59

Revanced modifies the Android YouTube app to give you the full ad-free experience (Source: Revanced)

While Google continues to crack down on ad blockers, here's the best way to keep blocking YouTube ads on Android

CheckMag Some might argue that YouTube adverts are getting ridiculous. With 2 ads often up to 20 seconds each at the start of a video and another one slapped in your face if you try to scrub through a section, it's no surprise that ad bloc...

David Devey, 12 May 2024 23:24

An Apple x OpenAI iPhone(?). (Source: NBC via DALL·E 3)

iPhone 16 series tipped to launch as ChatGPT-powered devices

Apple is now believed to integrate a chatbot into its next version of iOS, slated to debut with the iPhone 16 line-up later in 2024. The new feature is apparently more likely than ever to be ChatGPT, or based thereon, as the Cuper...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 May 2024 16:49

Oura smart ring: New features for better heart health and an overview of athletic development

Oura has announced two new features for health monitoring, which aim to provide users with further insights into their own health and the influences of their lifestyle.

Silvio Werner, 12 May 2024 04:29

The 21 Note is on the way. (Source: Meizu)

Meizu sets launch date for first-ever 5,500mAh smartphone with 144Hz display

The Meizu 21 Note is slated to usher in a number of firsts for its flagship Android smartphone series, a new UI called Flyme AIOS included. It will also have the largest battery of its line to date, paired to a display of a refres...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 May 2024 15:54

ibisPaint adds AI Disturbance feature to help prevent generative AI from making art that looks like yours. (Source: ibisPaint)

ibisPaint adds AI Disturbance feature to prevent generative AI from creating art that looks like yours

ibisPaint has added an AI Disturbance feature to prevent generative AI from creating art that looks like your own. The feature adds noise to your art images in ways that corrupt the ability of AI to learn your art style, thus prev...

David Chien, 11 May 2024 06:43

Ultraleap releases Hyperion software with improved hand-tracking for controlling VR worlds hands-free. (Source: Ultraleap)

Ultraleap releases Hyperion – a high-performance, high-accuracy, hand-tracker software for Leap Motion Controller 2 and AR/VR/XR headsets

Ultraleap has released the Hyperion platform, a high-performance, high-accuracy hand-tracker software for its Leap Motion Controller 2 AR-tracker camera and AR/VR/XR headsets that have AR cameras and USB accessory ports. The flexi...

David Chien, 11 May 2024 05:54

Meta has reworked the design of WhatsApp on Android and iOS. (Image: Meta)

WhatsApp gets a fresh design and new features

WhatsApp is getting a major redesign with simplified navigation, new icons and deeper integration of "Meta AI". The dark mode is darker than ever before, while the color palette of the popular messenger app has been revised.

Hannes Brecher, 11 May 2024 05:14

The ROG Ally will still be supported after the release of the ROG Ally X. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

ASUS announces major update for ROG Ally gaming handheld

ASUS has just announced the ROG Ally X, its next gaming handheld. Nestled within its ROG Ally X announcement is also a significant update for existing ROG Ally owners with a focus on improving the overall user experience and expan...

Alex Alderson, 11 May 2024 01:17

Apple's recent Crush ad for the new iPad Pro has been heavily criticised, leading the company to issue an apology and pull the ad from TV spots. (Image source: Apple / Perfect Union on Instagram - edited)

Apple apologises after anti-AI backlash over iPad crush video ahead of WWDC 2024 generative AI launch

Apple has received substantial backlash from artists over its latest iPad promotional video showing the destruction of traditional art supplies and instruments, with some calling the ad “tone-deaf,” especially in light of the curr...

Julian van der Merwe, 10 May 2024 20:54

Xiaomi announces a new change to its HyperOS development strategy (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi HyperOS gets a new “Beta” version, recruitments starts in Q4 2024

Xiaomi has introduced a change to its HyperOS development strategy. The company has announced that it will be ending the “Development’ version rollout. It will be replaced by the “Beta” version, which promises to offer a smoother ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 10 May 2024 19:52

OnePlus Nord CE4 becomes AI Eraser smartphone via latest OxygenOS upgrade

The Nord CE4 is OnePlus' most affordable 2024 smartphone for the international market thus far. Its latest version of OxygenOS 14 has unlocked AI Eraser for its 50MP main cameras. It is rated to leverage the device's on-trend Qual...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 May 2024 17:56

Pocket TV: the versatile, powerful Google TV dongle for RayNeo AR glasses

RayNeo has partnered with SEI Robotics to present the Pocket TV: a new way to get Google TV apps and services on the former brand's virtual/augmented reality (VR/AR) glasses. The portable device also doubles as a power bank and ev...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 May 2024 17:05

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.44 downloading in the Nvidia app (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.44 launches with Homeworld 3 and Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut support

Released earlier today, the Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.44 update package brings tweaks for Homeworld 3 and Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut (both not launched yet), as well as one-click optimal settings for Content Warn...

Codrut Nistor, 09 May 2024 23:07

Google claims that AP1A.240505 improves video recording performance on the Pixel 8, pictured. (Image source: Google)

Google releases May 2024 update for Pixel devices with Bluetooth LE audio and camera performance improvements

Google is rolling out a new update for Pixel devices from the Pixel 5a onwards. Also available for the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet, the new update is said to offer Bluetooth LE audio and camera performance improvements for multipl...

Alex Alderson, 09 May 2024 14:30

Apple shows off updates to Logic Pro music studio app with new AI-enhanced backing bands and more

Apple spotlighted updates to its Logic Pro music studio software, showing off new AI-generated backing tracks, a tool for pulling tracks from any audio file, and more.

Sam Medley, 07 May 2024 20:03

Software

Garmin Forerunner 965 gains over a dozen refinements with new stable update

Fairphone 5 gets Android 14 via custom ROM before official version lands

Forerunner 265: Garmin offers up new features and bug fixes via latest stable update

Garmin releases new Forerunner 255 stable update with support for new Garmin Messenger app and Find My Phone feature

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 555.85 sports support for 11 new G-Sync Compatible displays and more

Strategy games a dying breed study claims — interest wanes in tactical gameplay mechanics despite steady player counts

AMD Radeon Anti-Lag 2 lands with even more latency improvements and without any risk of false-positive bans

foobar2000 Mobile 1.5 now available with new skin format support

NIIRA: New smart glasses touted to boost orientation and navigation for the visually impaired

MSI Claw puts up another fight against Asus ROG Ally with new BIOS and M Center update

Realme Buds Air6 with 50dB ANC and Buds Wireless 3 Neo hit Indian market

Garmin brings new features to Venu 2, Venu 2s and Venu 2 Plus smartwatches through new CIQ System 7 update

Venu Sq 2: Garmin acknowledges app and watch face installation issues allegedly caused by firmware update

Garmin releases new stable update for Fenix 7 smartwatches with dozens of improvements

Xiaomi kicks off Android 15 beta program with updates for three flagship devices

Winamp will return this summer

Browser-based IDE: Google's Project IDX now available in public beta

Eclipse Theia 1.49 released with development container support

Palworld's freefall continues

Garmin releases new update for Enduro 2, Epix 2, Marq 2, Quatix 7 and Fenix 7 flagship smartwatches with long-awaited battery drain bug fix

The biggest name in emulation is now available on the App Store

Volkswagen Golf eHybrid and GTE debut with more power, stellar (PHEV) range

Amazfit unleashes smart ring on US market with bundle deals on flagship smartwatches

Last-gen Samsung mid-range smartphones get One UI 6.1 update, but without the Galaxy AI features

Rivian R1T, R1S software update to add YouTube, Google Cast support to infotainment screen

PlayStation Portable emulator PPSSPP lands on Apple App Store

Honor announces Android 15 Beta Program for Magic6 Pro and Magic V2 smartphones

Apple's upcoming accessibility features allow users to control iPhones and iPads with their eyes

Endless OS 6 debuts with new looks, updated apps, and more

SteamOS update promises many improvements, HDMI CEC and higher performance

Android 15 Beta 2 launches today

Garmin releases new Fenix 7 smartwatch software before new stable update

OpenAI launches faster, improved GPT-4o AI with ability to chat using audio, images, and text

Intel Linux driver update brings PCIe 6.0 and 7.0 thermal throttling

New Garmin Fenix 7 software update released with fresh improvements

While Google continues to crack down on ad blockers, here's the best way to keep blocking YouTube ads on Android

iPhone 16 series tipped to launch as ChatGPT-powered devices

Oura smart ring: New features for better heart health and an overview of athletic development

Meizu sets launch date for first-ever 5,500mAh smartphone with 144Hz display

ibisPaint adds AI Disturbance feature to prevent generative AI from creating art that looks like yours

Ultraleap releases Hyperion – a high-performance, high-accuracy, hand-tracker software for Leap Motion Controller 2 and AR/VR/XR headsets

WhatsApp gets a fresh design and new features

ASUS announces major update for ROG Ally gaming handheld

Apple apologises after anti-AI backlash over iPad crush video ahead of WWDC 2024 generative AI launch

Xiaomi HyperOS gets a new “Beta” version, recruitments starts in Q4 2024

OnePlus Nord CE4 becomes AI Eraser smartphone via latest OxygenOS upgrade

Pocket TV: the versatile, powerful Google TV dongle for RayNeo AR glasses

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.44 launches with Homeworld 3 and Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut support

Google releases May 2024 update for Pixel devices with Bluetooth LE audio and camera performance improvements

Apple shows off updates to Logic Pro music studio app with new AI-enhanced backing bands and more

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