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Altstore Classic grants access to some fairly shady sources. The benefits of free Spotify, might not outweigh a compromised device (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

These are your options for circumventing the Apple App store without a jailbreak, but the risk may not be worth it

CheckMag Despite what Apple wants you to believe, circumventing the App Store is possible without jailbreaking, regardless of whether you live in the EU. But the landscape is dominated by pirated software, cracked premium services, and unt...

David Devey, 15 Oct 2025 18:38

PlayStation Plus free games for October banner shown (Image source: Sony PlayStation, Konami with edits)

More PlayStation Plus free games leak for Extra and Premium subscribers in October

October 21st may be one of the more lucrative days for PS Plus subscribers. Survival horror fans on the Extra tier will receive several PlayStation Plus free games to supplement Silent Hill 2. Premium members can expect a classic ...

Adam Corsetti, 15 Oct 2025 16:11

Stable HyperOS 3 is heading to the Xiaomi 15 and Redmi K80 lineups. (Image source: Xiaomi / Kristen Spradlin / Notebookcheck)

Stable HyperOS 3 update goes live for six Xiaomi and Redmi phones

Xiaomi has officially kicked off the stable HyperOS 3 rollout for the first batch of eligible phones. It includes last year's Xiaomi 15 and Redmi K80 Chinese models. The global rollout is expected later this month.

Kristen Spradlin, 15 Oct 2025 04:55

Game Freak and Pokémon banner is shown (Image source: Game Freak, The Pokémon Company, Nintendo with edits)

Teraleak details Game Freak turmoil, with multiple head Pokémon game directors replaced

The Teraleak describes how a key Game Freak leadership position has undergone several twists and turns. After complaints, Junichi Masuda was no longer allowed to head the development of Pokémon games. The next Division 2 chief fac...

Adam Corsetti, 14 Oct 2025 20:16

Walmart partners with OpenAI to let customers shop directly in ChatGPT, showing how AI is reshaping online retail

Walmart is expanding its use of artificial intelligence by allowing customers to shop directly through ChatGPT. The partnership with OpenAI positions conversational AI as a new frontier in online retail and automation.

David Odejide, 14 Oct 2025 19:24

Microsoft accused of "illegally" tracking students through 365 Education: What the ruling means for data privacy

Microsoft has come under scrutiny in Austria after regulators ruled it ‘illegally’ tracked student data through its 365 Education platform. The decision raises fresh questions about data transparency and Big Tech’s compliance with...

David Odejide, 14 Oct 2025 15:11

The Health Status uses a previously obtained measurement range for quick classification. (Symbolic image, image source: Garmin)

Garmin promises better overview of relevant health parameters in future via new feature

Garmin is developing a new feature designed to improve the overview of the numerous parameters that can be measured by smartwatches, offering users a quick classification of corresponding parameters. This could prove useful in ind...

Silvio Werner, 14 Oct 2025 09:48

Jensen Huang hands Elon Musk one of the world's first Nvidia DGX Spark compact desktop computers designed for AI model development. (Image source: Nvidia)

Nvidia DGX Spark compact desktop featuring one petaflop of performance, arrives for AI model training and development

The Nvidia DGX Spark small form-factor desktop has arrived, providing AI developers with 128 GB of unified memory that can load large AI models without quantization. The 20-core Arm CPU system requires only 240 watts of power.

David Chien, 14 Oct 2025 08:25

Some Garmin smartwatches offer offline maps and navigation (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin smartwatches: Maps could change significantly as Google Maps is being replaced

Garmin is apparently preparing a rather significant change to its maps. This should not result in major changes to the basic functionality of Garmin smartwatches, but the maps might look unfamiliar in at least one place or app.

Silvio Werner, 14 Oct 2025 07:52

Teraleak resurfaces to reveal new Pokémon games and removed Pokémon Legends: Z-A features

Recent Pokémon Legends: Z-A leaks seem trivial compared to new Teraleak revelations. The 2024 hack of Game Freak has returned with discoveries about old and new Pokémon games. Gamers can find out about removed content and what to ...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Oct 2025 21:30

A worker using an Apple Macbook Pro (Image source: Daniel Thomas/Unsplash)

Macs versus Windows: How companies decide who gets an Apple and why it still matters

Despite Apple’s growing presence in offices, Windows still dominates. New IDC data shows Macs make up just 5% of global enterprise PCs as companies weigh function, cost, and workflow before approving an Apple.

David Odejide, 13 Oct 2025 20:04

Steam player count record broken again, as Battlefield 6 helps platform cross 41 million mark

Steam remains the exclusive digital PC gaming marketplace for many buyers. Valve’s platform recently roared past a 41 million concurrent player count, growing rapidly over the past five years. Rivals like the Epic Games Store have...

Adam Corsetti, 13 Oct 2025 17:54

Black Myth: Wukong is getting a new software update that will be available on PS5 and PC. (Image source: Game Science)

Black Myth: Wukong gets a new update that's over 90GB for the PS5

Game Science has released a new update for its 2024 video game, Black Myth: Wukong. The update will be coming to PC and PS5, but owners of the latter will need more than 90GB of free space to install the update.

Habeeb Onawole, 13 Oct 2025 15:42

AT&T to pay $177 million after massive data breaches: How to check if you can claim up to $7,500

AT&T will pay out $177 million after two major data breaches exposed the personal data of more than 170 million customers. Affected users can claim up to $7,500, but only if they file before the December 18, 2025, deadline.

David Odejide, 12 Oct 2025 21:17

The Philips Hue Bridge and Hue Bridge Pro (pictured) are receiving updates. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue begins new feature rollout in Bridge update

Philips Hue is rolling out software updates to the Hue Bridge and Hue Bridge Pro devices. The two versions, 1973146020 and 2071112000, each bring support for an upcoming feature for users of the brand's smart home devices. The too...

Polly Allcock, 12 Oct 2025 18:00

Walmart and Target logos shown above Xbox consoles (Image source: Walmart, Target, Xbox Wire with edits)

Xbox consoles and games will no longer be sold at Walmart and Target, according to employees

Xbox consoles and games are becoming rare finds at major retailers. Workers confirm that Walmart and Target locations are clearing out inventories and have no plans to restock the products. Repeated Xbox price increases have made ...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Oct 2025 17:07

Battlefield 6 map is shown (Image source: screenshot, Battlefield YouTube with edits)

Some players find Battlefield 6 maps are still too small, despite promises made after beta

Players are rarely lonely for long in the new Battlefield 6 maps. However, not all gamers appreciate the confined spaces, which encourage uninterrupted mayhem. Critics believe that developers didn't consider all their feedback dur...

Adam Corsetti, 12 Oct 2025 03:25

Final Fantasy 7 banner with Cloud (Image source: Square Enix with edits)

With Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 story finished, its director comments on changes to game

Director Naoki Hamaguchi has finalized the storyline for Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3. The game will follow Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade and Rebirth with new gameplay mechanics and content. Hamaguchi expects that the alterat...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Oct 2025 23:08

The new shelf-based Discovery Page introduced in s&box's October 2025 update helps surface community-made games more effectively (Image: Facepunch Studios)

s&box update brings discovery overhaul, physics improvements and rendering optimisations

Facepunch refines Source 2–based creation platform with improved workflow, physics stability and rendering performance

Louise Burke, 11 Oct 2025 21:30

Ringconn is now rolling out a new update. (Image source: RingConn)

RingConn: Wearable device now provides important UV radiation alerts thanks to update

Thanks to an update, RingConn users will now get alerts about sun exposure and potentially harmful UV radiation. This may go a long way in helping reduce the risk of skin cancer.

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 20:13

The Pixel Watch 2 gets a new update. (Image source: Benedikt Winkel)

New feature for Pixel smartwatch can save money and improve training

The Google Pixel Watch 2 is getting new features as part of a software update. One of these features isn't specifically advertised by Google, but it could still be a significant improvement depending on the intended use.

Silvio Werner, 11 Oct 2025 16:24

The NuPhy Halo V2 series is now available with more efficient firmware in three sizes and a host of colourways. (Image source: NuPhy)

NuPhy updates Halo V2 wireless mechanical keyboards for up to 4X battery life improvements — and there's an option with a num pad

NuPhy has officially updated its entire line-up of Halo V2 wireless mechanical keyboards with its NuPhyIO firmware, which makes the keyboards compatible with NuPhy's in-house customisation suite and supposedly increases the batter...

Julian van der Merwe, 11 Oct 2025 07:54

DeepSeek V3.2 Exp AI LLM uses a new sparce attention design to reduce compute costs while maintaining similar perfomance versus prior versions. (Image source: DeepSeek)

Free, open-source DeepSeek V3.2 Exp AI LLM debuts with lower compute costs, helping businesses save even more money

DeepSeek has released DeepSeek-V3.2-Exp, an experimental AI LLM designed to reduce compute costs while maintaining good performance when compared to its prior version, DeepSeek-V3.1-Terminus. The open-source model free to download...

David Chien, 11 Oct 2025 07:18

The Pixel 10 Pro is one of three Pixel smartphones furnished with display improvements in this month's stable update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google details fresh improvements for Pixel 10 Pro and older Pixel devices with new round of updates

Google has delivered a new batch of updates from the Pixel 7 through the Pixel 10 series. Available globally, the October 2025 update contains numerous improvements, including one specific to the recent Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and ...

Alex Alderson, 11 Oct 2025 04:24

Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 cover is shown (Image source: Auchan, with edits)

Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 version leaks at French retailer, confirming Game-Key Card use

Another popular Ubisoft game may soon land on Nintendo’s handheld. A French store is the first retailer to reveal the Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 cover. Its release date and price remain unknown, but the title will join othe...

Adam Corsetti, 11 Oct 2025 01:49

The Apple Vision Pro computing headset (Image source: Apple)

Apple Vision Pro gets its “killer app”: Live NBA games in full 3D courtside view

Live sports are coming to Apple Vision Pro for the first time. Spectrum’s partnership with the NBA could define whether Apple’s $3,499 headset finally earns mainstream appeal.

David Odejide, 10 Oct 2025 21:03

Battlefield 6 Steam player count of 747,000 smashes Call of Duty record hours after release

A highly populated open beta has predicted a successful launch day for Battlefield 6. Over 747,000 gamers logged into the shooter game on its release date, surpassing the Call of Duty peak. The Battlefield 6 Steam player count may...

Adam Corsetti, 10 Oct 2025 20:23

OxygenOS 16 Open Beta program is now open for select flagships. (Image source: OnePlus)

Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 Open Beta goes live for six OnePlus phones

The first OxygenOS 16 beta based on Android 16 is finally here for select OnePlus flagships. The beta program is restricted to India for now, with global expansion likely to follow soon.

Kristen Spradlin, 10 Oct 2025 13:12

The Redmi Pad 2 Pro started out last month running HyperOS 2. (Image source: Xiaomi)

HyperOS: Xiaomi issues new updates to Redmi Pad 2 Pro and other devices globally

Xiaomi has introduced new HyperOS updates to more devices. Starting this week, the company is offering HyperOS 3 to devices like the Redmi Pad 2 Pro and Redmi 13.

Alex Alderson, 10 Oct 2025 04:21

Concerns abound surrounding upcoming changes to popular Adobe Photoshop alternative's offering as Affinity online store disappears

Serif, the company behind the popular Affinity software alternatives to Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, has taken its software store offline, sparking concern amongst users of Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher, especia...

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Oct 2025 23:44

Discord breach exposes 70,000 government IDs: what went wrong and who was affected

Discord has revealed that 70,000 of its users may have had their government IDs stolen in its recent security breach. The company is in the process of emailing impacted account holders.

David Odejide, 09 Oct 2025 23:12

First demo of new title in legendary turn-based fantasy strategy game series now available

The Heroes of Might and Magic series has turned 30 years old today. Publisher Ubisoft marks that special day for the Fantasy strategy game series with the release of the first demo for the long awaited new game in the series. Hero...

Benjamin Herzig, 09 Oct 2025 20:10

Ubuntu 25.10 "Questing Quokka" desktop screenshot showing GNOME 49 changes (Image source: Canonical)

Ubuntu 25.10 "Questing Quokka" arrives with GNOME 49 and Linux 6.17 in tow

As previously announced, Ubuntu 25.10 became available earlier today as the final step before the next LTS release, which is scheduled for 2026. In addition to the 6.17 kernel and GNOME 49, this release also comes with the Ptyxis ...

Codrut Nistor, 09 Oct 2025 16:57

The Fenix 7 Pro is one of several devices eligible to receive Beta Version 23.22. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update for multiple smartwatches with fixes for software update crashes

Garmin has returned to 23.xx updates for the Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro and associated smartwatches. Exclusive to the company's Beta Program for the time being, Beta Version 23.22 is said to feature bug fixes for Garmin's IR SOS message...

Alex Alderson, 09 Oct 2025 16:53

The Fenix 8 Pro offers integrated map navigation options. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin introduces new stable update for latest high-end smartwatch with fresh changes and improvements

Garmin has pushed another new stable software for the Fenix 8 Pro. Rolling out worldwide, System Software 18.68 is said to bundle five bug fixes with three dedicated improvements relating to auto brightness, Messenger notification...

Alex Alderson, 09 Oct 2025 02:32

Blender 5 beta startup view. (Image source: Blender)

Blender 5.0 Beta: Free, open-source 3D modelling and animation program launches with slew of tweaks and performance updates

Blender 5.0 Beta has officially been released in preparation for the release candidate that is scheduled to land later this year. Blender 5.0 is slated to add a number of UI tweaks for readability and tweak the backend codebase to...

Julian van der Merwe, 09 Oct 2025 01:22

Will users without Internet be able to install Windows 11? (Image source: Microsoft - edited)

More workarounds appear to get around Microsoft's local account restrictions

Following recent local account restrictions, Microsoft makes life harder for users who don't want to use an Internet connection and sign in to an online account during Windows 11 installation. However, new ways to bypass the lates...

Anton Avdyushkin, 08 Oct 2025 19:44

Garmin's first v15.xx update disables ECG functionality on all Venu 4 smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases first major update for mid-range smartwatches to address new smartwatch crashes

Garmin has introduced a milestone update for the Venu 4 series after its recent release. The first of many forthcoming v15.xx builds, Beta 15.08 is said to improve passcode functionality while also resolving many outstanding bugs.

Alex Alderson, 08 Oct 2025 15:58

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 free trial banner (Image source: Activision, Sony PlayStation with edits)

Gamers see Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 free trial as desperate attempt to slow Battlefield 6

Activision will soon host the most comprehensive Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 free trial yet. Fans speculate that the publisher is hoping to halt the momentum of Battlefield 6. Unlike past trials, gamers can try the Black Ops 6 campa...

Adam Corsetti, 08 Oct 2025 01:48

Silent Hill f Xbox game listing with ownership disclaimer (Image source: Xbox gaming with edits)

With Silent Hill f ad, Xbox suddenly makes it clear that buyers don't own games with DRM

Xbox is now warning buyers that it’s selling licenses to play games, rather than ownership. A Silent Hill f disclaimer is likely related to a California law regulating the sale of digital games. Xbox Game Pass highlights how downl...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Oct 2025 22:32

Nvidia app 11.0.5 details officially revealed

Nvidia's app 11.0.5 update adds smarter notebook controls, expanded DLSS support, and important bug fixes for smoother, more stable gaming performance.

Darryl Linington, 07 Oct 2025 18:43

GIMP 3.0.6 screenshot. (Image source: GIMP/Notebookcheck)

GIMP 3.0.6: Free image editor update paves the way to making ditching Adobe even easier

GIMP, the free, open-source alternative to Adobe Photoshop, has officially released its latest update, version 3.0.6, and despite being an iterative update mostly focussed on bug fixes ahead of 3.2, there are still a number of int...

Julian van der Merwe, 07 Oct 2025 18:32

DLsite and Steam logos above controller (Image source: DLsite, Steam with edits)

DLsite uses digital bank to circumvent payment processor censorship that banned Steam games

A Japanese marketplace that offers games and comics is fighting back against Mastercard and Visa. DLsite stopped using the payment processors after it demanded censorship of adult content. Fans now hope that Steam and itch.io will...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Oct 2025 18:16

Nothing Phone 3a Pro (Image Source: Notebookcheck)

Nothing adds native call recording, but not every user will get it yet

Nothing has finally introduced native call recording for select models through its Essential Space app, but only users in a few countries can try it for now. The update is automatic and lets you record by long-pressing the Essenti...

Antony Muchiri, 07 Oct 2025 12:27

Samsung Galaxy S22 (Image Source: Joshua Katt, Unsplash)

Samsung ends major OS support for the Galaxy S22 Series with One UI 8 update

Samsung has begun rolling out One UI 8, its Android 16-based update, to the Galaxy S22 series, marking the final major upgrade for the 2022 flagships. The update brings stability improvements, refreshed apps, and the latest securi...

Antony Muchiri, 07 Oct 2025 10:22

The new beta builds introduce more local account restrictions. Pictured: a Windows 11 laptop. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft doubles down on local account restrictions in Windows 11 setup

In the latest preview builds of Windows 11, Microsoft has made it harder to create a local account than before. The company has blocked most of the known workarounds, and the initial setup now requires an internet connection.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Oct 2025 08:29

Xbox Game Pass banner advertising Ultimate and other tiers (Image source: Xbox Wire with edits)

Xbox Game Pass still a great value despite price increase, according to God of War creator

Not all Xbox Game Pass subscribers are ready to abandon the service. The creator of an iconic PlayStation franchise claims that he saves money despite the higher monthly rates. For other gamers, Xbox price increases on consoles an...

Adam Corsetti, 07 Oct 2025 02:06

Walmart stocks Xbox section with Switch 2 games, as console loses appeal after price increase

Xbox consoles and games have become scarce at several large retailers. In some locations, Walmart is showcasing Switch 2 games in green-themed display cases. Other stores have responded to the latest Xbox price increase by clearin...

Adam Corsetti, 06 Oct 2025 17:36

OxygenOS 16 will be fully unveiled on October 16, 2025. Pictured: a promo image of OnePlus 15. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus sets Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 launch before expected OnePlus 15 debut

OnePlus has formally announced the launch date of OxygenOS 16. This Android 16 update will be fully unveiled on October 16, 2025, which is just a few days ahead of the rumored launch date of the OnePlus 15.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Oct 2025 14:31

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These are your options for circumventing the Apple App store without a jailbreak, but the risk may not be worth it

More PlayStation Plus free games leak for Extra and Premium subscribers in October

Stable HyperOS 3 update goes live for six Xiaomi and Redmi phones

Teraleak details Game Freak turmoil, with multiple head Pokémon game directors replaced

Walmart partners with OpenAI to let customers shop directly in ChatGPT, showing how AI is reshaping online retail

Microsoft accused of "illegally" tracking students through 365 Education: What the ruling means for data privacy

Garmin promises better overview of relevant health parameters in future via new feature

Nvidia DGX Spark compact desktop featuring one petaflop of performance, arrives for AI model training and development

Garmin smartwatches: Maps could change significantly as Google Maps is being replaced

Teraleak resurfaces to reveal new Pokémon games and removed Pokémon Legends: Z-A features

Macs versus Windows: How companies decide who gets an Apple and why it still matters

Steam player count record broken again, as Battlefield 6 helps platform cross 41 million mark

Black Myth: Wukong gets a new update that's over 90GB for the PS5

AT&T to pay $177 million after massive data breaches: How to check if you can claim up to $7,500

Philips Hue begins new feature rollout in Bridge update

Xbox consoles and games will no longer be sold at Walmart and Target, according to employees

Some players find Battlefield 6 maps are still too small, despite promises made after beta

With Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 story finished, its director comments on changes to game

s&box update brings discovery overhaul, physics improvements and rendering optimisations

RingConn: Wearable device now provides important UV radiation alerts thanks to update

New feature for Pixel smartwatch can save money and improve training

NuPhy updates Halo V2 wireless mechanical keyboards for up to 4X battery life improvements — and there's an option with a num pad

Free, open-source DeepSeek V3.2 Exp AI LLM debuts with lower compute costs, helping businesses save even more money

Google details fresh improvements for Pixel 10 Pro and older Pixel devices with new round of updates

Assassin's Creed Shadows Switch 2 version leaks at French retailer, confirming Game-Key Card use

Apple Vision Pro gets its “killer app”: Live NBA games in full 3D courtside view

Battlefield 6 Steam player count of 747,000 smashes Call of Duty record hours after release

Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 Open Beta goes live for six OnePlus phones

HyperOS: Xiaomi issues new updates to Redmi Pad 2 Pro and other devices globally

Concerns abound surrounding upcoming changes to popular Adobe Photoshop alternative's offering as Affinity online store disappears

Discord breach exposes 70,000 government IDs: what went wrong and who was affected

First demo of new title in legendary turn-based fantasy strategy game series now available

Ubuntu 25.10 "Questing Quokka" arrives with GNOME 49 and Linux 6.17 in tow

Garmin releases new update for multiple smartwatches with fixes for software update crashes

Garmin introduces new stable update for latest high-end smartwatch with fresh changes and improvements

Blender 5.0 Beta: Free, open-source 3D modelling and animation program launches with slew of tweaks and performance updates

More workarounds appear to get around Microsoft's local account restrictions

Garmin releases first major update for mid-range smartwatches to address new smartwatch crashes

Gamers see Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 free trial as desperate attempt to slow Battlefield 6

With Silent Hill f ad, Xbox suddenly makes it clear that buyers don't own games with DRM

Nvidia app 11.0.5 details officially revealed

GIMP 3.0.6: Free image editor update paves the way to making ditching Adobe even easier

DLsite uses digital bank to circumvent payment processor censorship that banned Steam games

Nothing adds native call recording, but not every user will get it yet

Samsung ends major OS support for the Galaxy S22 Series with One UI 8 update

Microsoft doubles down on local account restrictions in Windows 11 setup

Xbox Game Pass still a great value despite price increase, according to God of War creator

Walmart stocks Xbox section with Switch 2 games, as console loses appeal after price increase

OnePlus sets Android 16-based OxygenOS 16 launch before expected OnePlus 15 debut

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