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Looking back at the first BackTrack Linux release, which arrived two decades ago as Kali's ancestor, the update 2026.1 features a classic theme directly inspired by its looks. Additionally, there are several new tools included, such as WPProbe, Fluxion, and GEF, while the Discord community can still enjoy the Kali 13th Birthday Event.

Destiny 2 Guardian Games 2026 is now live with updated Rushdown encounters, three event weapons, Bright Dust rewards, and a new Magic: The Gathering crossover.

OpenAI just announced the abrupt shutdown of its AI video app, Sora, just six months after its record-breaking debut and the collapse of a $1 billion Disney partnership. While the move marks a rare failure for the AI giant, creators are left wondering if this is a win for human artistry or simply a tactical retreat before a more powerful successor arrives.

German-made ML4W OS is another piece of code based on Arch Linux, and its latest version, labeled 2.12.0, comes with multiple package updates, as well as several system elements replaced with Quickshell widgets. Only available for 64-bit machines, it comes in a 2.4 GB ISO file.

After focusing on too much OS-level AI integration and the small reality check delivered by Apple's MacBook Neo with its 8 GB of RAM, Microsoft now promises to scale back on the AI features and actually bring much needed improvements for Windows 11, including lower RAM footprint, WebUI3 user interface, a more responsive File Explorer and drivers for the latest hardware tech.

Krafton says PUBG: Battlegrounds permanently banned about 260,000 DMA cheaters in 2025 as its 2026 anti-cheat roadmap adds AI video analysis, stronger re-entry blocks, and false-ban review improvements.

Apple says malicious web content has been used against out-of-date iPhones, and users on older iOS versions should install recent updates to stay protected.

Minecraft Dungeons II has been announced for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Steam, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass, with a day-one Game Pass launch planned for fall 2026.

Replacing version 250407, ExLight 260322 comes with the kernel 6.19.8-amd64-exton and its list of highlights includes the Enlightenment 0.27.1 environment, Calamares 3.3.14-1, Refracta Snapshot, as well as a generous list of updated packages. The base used is Debian 13.4 Trixie.

Based on Debian 13.4 Trixie while leaving out systemd/libsystemd0 and elogind/libelogind0, antiX 26 is now available with five init systems, plenty of updated packages and several window managers. With support for both 64-bit and 32-bit hardware, it comes in two versions, namely Full and Core.

Samsung has detailed the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s APV codec, a creator-focused video format with up to 8K 30 fps recording and direct external USB storage support.

Ubisoft has confirmed that The Division Resurgence, its free-to-play mobile shooter set in the Tom Clancy’s The Division universe, will launch worldwide on March 31 for iPhone and Android.

Samsung says AirDrop support is rolling out to Quick Share on the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, starting in Korea before expanding to more regions.

Microsoft has started testing new Xbox Insider console features, including up to 10 Home groups, custom user colors, per-game Quick Resume controls, and profile badges in the Guide.

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin’s March 22 update fixes a sound bug, quest progression issues, shortcut resets, and several boss-related blockers ahead of the game’s grand launch.

Mozilla is adding a built-in VPN to Firefox with 50 GB monthly data, rolling out in version 149 from March 24. The update follows Firefox 148, which already introduced system-wide AI controls for managing or disabling AI features.

Microsoft’s new out-of-band Windows 11 update KB5085516 fixes the Microsoft account sign-in bug introduced after KB5079473 on Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 PCs.

Apple is playing "dirty" to fix the iPhone camera. From failed secret talks with Halide's team to a $2 billion AI shopping spree, Cupertino is buying the competition to stay on top in 2026. Is your favorite app next?

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is dealing with Version 1.0 launch issues, including audio problems, as Netmarble updates its official known-issues notice during Early Play.

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is now playable on PS5 and Steam through Early Play, while the full iOS, Android, and Google Play Games release is set for March 23.

Fortnite is back on Google Play worldwide as Epic relaunches the Android version alongside a new season, mobile Festival portrait mode, and the Yeddy Outfit reward.

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Dev build 26300.8085 with Pointer Indicator, Magnifier changes, Wi-Fi fixes, and a redesigned Feedback Hub for Insiders.

WordPress.com has opened up its platform to AI agents, allowing these autonomous bots to create and update content on their own. Business and personal website owners can simply command their favorite MCP-enabled AI, including Claude, Cursor, and ChatGPT, without having to do the hard work of manual updates.

Microsoft has acknowledged a new known issue in Windows 11 update KB5079473 that can block Microsoft account sign-ins in apps, including Teams Free, OneDrive, Edge, Word, and Excel.

Google has rolled out Chrome Dev 148.0.7739.3 for Android on Google Play, marking the latest pre-release update in the Chrome 148 development cycle.

Bungie has opened Marathon’s Cryo Archive endgame zone, detailing March 20 access rules, weekend availability, Vault mechanics, Security Clearance, and exclusive contracts.

Apple’s iOS 26.4 update finally fixes a frustrating keyboard bug that caused missed keystrokes for months. The issue hit fast typists the hardest, and no acknowledgement was provided by Apple. This raises an important question: why did such a basic, yet principal problem take so long to fix?

Apple has detailed Background Security Improvements, a new system for delivering smaller security fixes to iPhone, iPad, and Mac users between full OS updates.

Thanks to Asahi Remix 43, Mac users with Apple silicon can enjoy Fedora Linux 43 on their machines. In addition to RPM 6.0 and the DNF5 backend, the list of exclusive features for Apple hardware includes Mac Pro support and 120 Hz refresh for MacBook Pro 14/16, as well as support for M2 Pro/Max MacBook microphones.

Garmin has released a new update to many of its high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally as a free update, System Software 21.39 aims to address bugs affecting last month's major software release. The update should improve Garmin's activity experiences in multiple areas.

Digital Foundry's Alex Battaglia has criticized DLSS5 for its infringement on artistic vision in games. The game reviewer explains that DLSS 5, in its current form, is clearly doing more than just simply enhancing the lighting of a scene, as, for instance, Grace from Resident Evil Requiem looks like a completely different person with DLSS 5 enabled.

IO Interactive has ended its MindsEye publishing partnership with Build A Rocket Boy, with the studio now taking over sole publishing responsibilities and canceling the planned Hitman crossover.

SecurityWeek and Hudson Rock point to infostealer-exposed credentials as a possible entry point, but Stryker’s investigation is still ongoing and the company has not confirmed the intrusion path.

The new DXR specifications include features like clustered geometry, partitioned TLAS and indirect acceleration structure operations, which should accelerate ray tracing rendering performance by enabling more efficient geometry and scene processing on the GPU side. Additionally, the GPU can now perform some of the tasks that were traditionally processed on the CPU side.

Bungie’s Marathon update 1.0.5 adds Cryo Archive, new Cryo Archive-only loot, downed-player exfil activation, Rook access at Runner Level 0, and a broad set of UI, voice chat, weapon, and stability fixes.

Samsung has added a 34-work SFMOMA collection to its Art Store, giving The Frame and related Art TVs a more credible museum-backed gallery pitch.

Once built upon Ubuntu, Brazil-based Br OS is now using Debian as its foundation, and the latest update is less than a day old. While there is no official news yet, it is safe to assume that version 13.4 takes the whole experience one step forward with updated apps, a new kernel, and maybe also a few surprises.

Nvidia debuted DLSS 5 at GTC 2026 to make existing games more realistic through AI. However, the reaction to the image output of DLSS 5 has been quite harsh. Fans have criticized DLSS 5 as it appears to push AI slop into mainstream gaming.

Garmin has revealed that over a dozen smartwatches can now download a full WhatsApp client. Available globally, the new app is free to use and brings a range of features to smartwatches like the Vivoactive 6, Fenix 8 and Forerunner 970 that previously required you to pick up a smartphone.

With version 3.2, Peropesis continues to deliver a fresh yet old-school Linux experience by relying exclusively on the command line interface. This update comes with multiple refreshed packages, such as gnutls 3.8.12, git 2.53.0, ruby 4.0.1, Lua 5.5.0, and more. The 64-bit live ISO size is now 410 MB.

Nvidia has officially shown off DLSS 5.0 at GTC 2026. It uses an entirely new neural rendering model to radically transform images. RTX 50 series GPU owners will be able to try it out this fall.

Based on the Debian testing "Forky" repository as of March 14, 2026, SparkyLinux 2026.03 “Tiamat” comes with the Linux kernel 6.19.6, Firefox and Thunderbird 140.8.0esr, Calamares 3.4.2, and more. The list of versions available includes LXQt, MATE, and MinimalGUI (Openbox), as well as MinimalCLI (text mode).

Codenamed "Phoenix Pulsar" and packing the LTS Linux kernel with version 6.18, GLF OS 25.11 also includes the Nvidia driver 590.48 and a generous list of new built-in apps. The list includes pieces of code such as KCalc, Thunderbird, digiKam, the in-house developed Nix-Firewall-Management app, and more.

Garmin has just rolled out a new set of watch faces to celebrate World Sleep Day. The fact that high-end smartwatches like the Venu X1 and the Fenix 8 Solar are ineligible to receive these watch faces has already drawn criticism from multiple quarters.

Garmin is offering a new update to its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rather than a milestone update, the company has returned with multiple bug fixes and workout improvements for both the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970.

Spotify has announced a Taste Profile beta that lets Premium users in New Zealand directly tune personalized recommendations for playlists, discovery, and Wrapped.

Microsoft has confirmed a Windows 11 known issue that can make the C: drive inaccessible on some Samsung PCs, although it says the root cause is the Galaxy Connect app.

Handshake AI is recruiting improv actors for paid remote work tied to AI training, with the listing offering up to $74 per hour for unscripted collaborative sessions.

Meta says a global anti-scam crackdown disabled more than 150,000 accounts linked to Southeast Asian scam-center networks, with 21 arrests reported in Thailand.

Bungie’s extraction shooter delivers brilliant tension, strong combat, and striking atmosphere, but brutal onboarding and constant friction make it frustrating.