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Pixel feature drop enables Google Pixel 8 Pro to read body temperature (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 8 Pro finally gets the ability to read body temperature

Google Pixel 8 Pro debuted with a new sensor on the back, which has been seen as nothing but a gimmick at launch. As Google didn’t have the necessary approvals, it could only measure the temperatures of objects. That changed with ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Jan 2024 07:57

More than 2 million players enjoyed Palworld simultaneously today (Source: Pocketpair)

Palworld smashes the 2 million concurrent players barrier but fails to beat PUBG

From the peak of 1,864,421 concurrent players that was reached on January 23rd, the latest smashing hit of the gaming world, Palworld, is now above the 2,000,000 limit for the first time. However, more than 1,200,000 players still...

Codrut Nistor, 25 Jan 2024 00:19

The Philips Hue app version 5.9 is now available for iOS and Android. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue releases new tool for smart lights in update

The Philips Hue app has been updated to version 5.9, now available to download for iOS and Android devices. The software brings a new tool for a smart lighting accessory, allowing greater control over your connected devices at the...

Polly Allcock, 24 Jan 2024 20:01

The Nokia G42 5G is available in multiple colours, including this 'So Pink' option. (Image source: Nokia)

HMD Global starts rolling out Android 14 to Nokia smartphones

HMD Global has kicked off Android 14 upgrades for Nokia smartphones. Distributed as v2.160, the update is nearly a 3 GB download and is already running outdated Android security patches.

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2024 17:49

Apple may still make money on sideloaded apps. (Image via Apple and Getty Images, w/ edits)

Apple may charge fees and review apps installed via sideloading

According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple is planning to institute policies that will charge fees related to apps installed on an iPhone outside the App Store. These new policies would only apply in Europe, per the Journal, in r...

Sam Medley, 24 Jan 2024 16:44

The Fenix 7 series and its counterparts have received their beta update in as many weeks. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin offers up fresh improvements to flagship smartwatches with new update

Garmin has released another update on its Beta Program for various recent flagship smartwatches. Rolling out as Beta Version 16.13, the update should arrive automatically within the next 24-48 hours and can also be downloaded manu...

Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2024 14:25

Palworld has managed to beat Counter-Strike 2 as Steam's second most popular game in less than a week (Source: Pocketpair)

Palworld beats Counter-Strike 2 and becomes Steam's second most popular game of all time

With a new all-time peak value of 1,864,421 concurrent players, Palworld only needs to beat PUBG for the crown of most played game on Steam. However, while Counter-Strike 2 is less than 50,000 players behind, the difference betwee...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Jan 2024 02:34

Suunto Wing open-ear headphones launch with IP67 rating, aptX Adaptive and hi-vis design

Suunto touts its latest product as the ideal audio accessories to take along on one's next adventure holiday, mountain hike or training session. The Wing headphones have an open-ear design for environmental awareness, and even sup...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jan 2024 18:28

The Vivoactive 5 has received a somewhat unusual update on Garmin's Beta Program. (Image source: Garmin)

Recent Garmin smartwatch receives fresh update with reports of battery drain issues

Garmin has released another update to one of its latest smartwatches. Distributed through its Beta Program, the new update is reported to contain the same associated bugs that it is designed to resolve.

Alex Alderson, 22 Jan 2024 17:52

ECG functionality will no longer work on Venu 3 series smartwatches running Beta Program updates. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin disables ECG functionality on new smartwatches without warning via new update

Garmin has pushed a new update to a few of its latest smartwatches. Arriving as the second update in as many weeks, Beta 9.16 disables ECG functionality without warning or the ability to download a rollback file to return to stabl...

Alex Alderson, 22 Jan 2024 17:31

MX Linux, here the "Flagship" edition with the XFCE desktop, is a resource-saving and user-friendly Linux distribution, especially for older computers (Image: MX Linux/Distrowatch))

MX Linux 23.2 with the latest PipeWire 1.0 multimedia system breathes new life into old laptops

Version 23.2 of the MX Linux distribution, which is particularly suitable for older notebooks and PCs, is now available for download. Based on Debian 12.4, it includes an up-to-date kernel and the PipeWire 1.0 multimedia system.

Alexander Pensler, 22 Jan 2024 13:18

Google ChromeOS 120 is now available as an update for all Chromebook users (Image: Google)

Google ChromeOS 120 makes it easier to share files between your own Chromebooks and Android devices

ChromeOS 120 is now available in a stable version and brings practical new features for end users. These include a virtual desktop button and easier sharing between your own ChromeOS and Android devices.

Alexander Pensler, 22 Jan 2024 11:15

Palworld in-game screenshot (Source: Palworld on Steam)

Palworld is the weekend's most played game and breaks into Steam's all-time top 5

With a peak value of 1,291,967 concurrent players so far, Palworld got the leading position on Steam for this weekend, ahead of Counter-Strike 2's 1,008,813. However, there are still four places left to conquer in the all-time ran...

Codrut Nistor, 21 Jan 2024 23:28

Pokemon Go seems as popular now as it did when it launched in 2016 (Source: PokemonGoLive)

Please! When will Pokemon Go die?

CheckMag A franchise whose opening marketing statement was “Gotta Catch Em All”, yet introduces new Pokemon characters every 3 years. How feasible is it to actually collect every single one? A game that spawned zombies on street corners fr...

David Devey, 21 Jan 2024 21:27

XPayments goes live. (Source: X/Twitter)

XPayments account appearance re-ignites X/Twitter in-app transactions speculation

The registration of a new X/Twitter account with apparent direct links to the company may be connected to its owner Elon Musk's long-held aspirations of converting it into an "everything app". On that note, the same social media p...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jan 2024 19:14

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle looks like the most exciting thing to happen to the property in years (Source: Bethesda)

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle looks like it could be the future of the franchise

CheckMag The first proper Indiana Jones game in 15 years is set to release in 2024. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle has heavyweights Bethesda and Machine Games behind it. Having successfully relaunched the Wolfenstein series to critical...

David Devey, 20 Jan 2024 22:56

Pretty much everything these days requires a subscription. (Source: freestocks on Unsplash)

The next time you buy a computer with Windows 12 you could find yourself tied into a subscription

CheckMag There used to be a time when a single payment would get you full access to Windows for the lifetime of that version. However, in recent times hardware and software all seem to require a subscription. While there might be some legi...

David Devey, 20 Jan 2024 22:44

Realme 12 Plus tipped for imminent launch as new addition to mid-range Android smartphone line

Realme is slated to launch new premium mid-range devices soon: the 12 Pro Plus, 12 Pro - and 12 Plus. The latter has no 2023 counterpart, yet is still apparently officially approved to join the rest of the 11-series successors soo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jan 2024 19:27

Infinix Note 40 tipped to combine Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra-esque specs with budget platform - again

Infinix is now believed to release a 2024 Android smartphone that will charge as fast as the new Galaxy S24 Ultra, and have a screen almost the same size as the new Samsung super-flagship, yet be accessible to a whole new range of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jan 2024 18:42

Palworld now available, over one million sales in 8 hours (Source: Pocketpair)

Palworld hits 1 million sales in just 8 hours

Pocketpair's latest creation, the crafting and survival title Palworld, launched with a bang, breaking the one million sales threshold in just eight hours. This open-world game is available on Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X ...

Codrut Nistor, 20 Jan 2024 13:56

Huawei details the Harmony kernel of HarmonyOS NEXT (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei claims HarmonyOS NEXT kernel is 3x more efficient than Linux

Huawei has unveiled a self-developed operating system called the HarmonyOS NEXT. At the development event, the CEO described the OS as fully independent with a full-stack AI framework. The CEO has also claimed that the Harmony ker...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 20 Jan 2024 08:02

Insta360 AI Warp roll-out to X3, GO 3 and ONE RS line begins

Insta360's AI Warp is a feature rated to "transform your footage into something extraordinary" based on the prompts it receives. It was exclusive to the latest Ace and Ace Pro action cameras from their launch - however, it is now ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jan 2024 19:17

Google's new AI-driven search feature will be available on Pixel 8 phones (image via Google)

Google's Circle to Search arrives on Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 by the end of January

Google has confirmed that its new AI-driven feature, Circle to Search, will launch on the Pixel 8 series on January 31. Some "premium Android smartphones" will get it eventually.

Anil Ganti, 18 Jan 2024 19:23

Steam Deck owners are having troubles running The Finals on their handheld gaming PCs. (Image source: Embark Studios - edited)

The Finals update sours Steam Deck users' excitement with game crashes, broken voice chat on SteamOS and Linux

An update to popular FPS, The Finals, breaks compatibility with the Steam Deck and Linux. While the game still seems playable, players report in-game crashes and broken voice chat — a bit of a setback in a team-based game where ta...

Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jan 2024 05:59

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 546.65 update in GeForce Experience (Source: Own)

Nvidia's first driver package of 2024 comes with GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER support

In addition to zero-day support for the new GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER, the first Game Ready driver package of the year also comes with DLSS 2 optimizations for Palworld alongside GeForce Experience optimal settings for five titles, n...

Codrut Nistor, 17 Jan 2024 22:52

YouTube slows down PCs with AdBlock installed (but it's not YouTube's fault)

AdBlock, a popular extension, has been linked again to performance issues on YouTube. Users report slow load times and increased CPU usage. The issue also affects YouTube Premium subscribers who use AdBlock for other sites.

Robert Gelo, 17 Jan 2024 19:00

Garmin Fenix 7 smartwatches running beta builds will no longer support ECG functionality until a new Release Candidate arrives. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin ships new bug fixes and improvements to flagship smartwatches but with major ECG change

Garmin is now rolling out a new beta update for various current high-end smartwatches. Available as Beta Version 16.11, the update introduces nearly a dozen bug fixes and improvements. However, it also disables ECG functionality f...

Alex Alderson, 17 Jan 2024 18:11

The Wii Shop is back... sort of. (Image via iStock and Nintendo w/ edits)

Homebrew version of Wii Shop enters public beta under name RiiShop

A homebrew version of the Nintendo's Wii Shop, which officially closed in January 2019, is now available as a public beta. Dubbed the "RiiShop," this storefront aims to accurately recreate the original Wii Shop, complete with all ...

Sam Medley, 17 Jan 2024 17:58

Acemagic addresses recent Bing preload issue with software update

Acemagic has just responded to customer concerns following their discovery that a certain search engine could pre-install itself on some mini-PCs from the OEM with a potential solution. The issue affecting some of the brand's Inte...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jan 2024 18:44

The X1-Carbon with AMS for multicolour printing is Bambu Lab's flagship product (Image Source: Bambu Lab)

Bambu Lab allows "one-way ticket" to installing third-party firmware on X1 3D printers

Bambu Lab has announced that it will be offering customers the option to install ‘X1 Plus’, a 3rd-party, open-source firmware for its X1 series of 3D printers. A switch to X1 Plus would involve some sacrifice, as it will permanent...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 16 Jan 2024 17:19

Xiaomi to expand HyperOS rollout to eleven devices including the Poco F5 Pro and Xiaomi 12T Pro

After sending out the HyperOS update to several devices across Europe and globally, Xiaomi appears set to expand the rollout to include even more smartphones, including models like the Poco X5 Pro 5G, Poco F5 Pro, and Xiaomi 12T P...

Ricci Rox, 16 Jan 2024 09:39

Asahi Linux is a distribution specially tailored to Apple devices with M1/2 chips (Image: Asahi Linux).

Asahi Linux improves battery life and graphics features on Apple Silicon Macs

Since the release of Asahi Remix 39 in December, the development team has made progress in running Linux on Apple Silicon hardware. There are updates for HDMI support, battery life, graphics functions and much more.

Alexander Pensler, 15 Jan 2024 12:00

The beginner-friendly Linux distribution Linux Mint is available in version 21.3 (Image: Linux Mint).

Linux Mint 21.3 "Virginia" with Cinnamon 6.0 Desktop available for download

The beginner-friendly Linux distribution Linux Mint 21.3, codenamed "Virginia", has officially been released in version 21.3. In addition to the new Cinnamon 6.0 desktop with numerous improvements and the Hypnotix TV app has been ...

Alexander Pensler, 15 Jan 2024 10:32

Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software can detect signs of Alzheimer's early on. (Source: Darmiyan)

Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software granted FDA approval for use indicating Alzheimer’s disease likelihood using MRI brain scans and cognitive test scores

The Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software has been granted FDA De Novo approval. This non-invasive software uses MRI brain scans with cognitive test scores to score the likelihood of a patient developing Alzheimer’s disease within...

David Chien, 13 Jan 2024 06:30

The Raspberry Pi 5 has more than enough power to be a useful addition to your home network (Source: Raspberry Pi)

4 Raspberry Pi 5 projects to make use of the power of one of the best SBCs out there

CheckMag The Raspberry Pi 5 is a single board computer that has seen a significant boost to performance this generation. With support for PCIE devices, massive overclocking headroom, a physical on / off switch and an active cooling option,...

David Devey, 13 Jan 2024 02:00

The 45-inch 8K borderless smart dashboard. (Source: BOE)

CES 2024 | BOE 45-inch 8K borderless smart in-car screen goes on display

The display tech OEM BOE has a 2024 car as part of its Las Vegas exhibition, and for good reason. The Geely Galaxy E8 boasts the world's first 45-inch 8K borderless smart dashboard, rated to cater to the most pressing need of both...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jan 2024 19:45

The Venu 3 and Venu 3s are eligible for their first beta update in over two months. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin rolls out new features and improvements to recent smartwatches

Garmin has started updating two of its recent smartwatches to Beta 9.15, a build that resolves outstanding bugs and adds two new features including a jump rope activity. Beta 9.15 should be available to download as an over-the-air...

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2024 18:56

Garmin continues to bring bug fixes to its Fenix 6 and Fenix 6 Pro platforms. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin brings new bug fixes to Fenix 6 and older high-end smartwatches with new software update

Garmin is rolling out a new update to various smartwatches, including the Fenix 6. Available through its Beta Program for now, Beta Version 26.86 addresses several outstanding bugs, including one related to monitoring lap cadence ...

Alex Alderson, 12 Jan 2024 18:53

Adobe Premiere Pro used to have a perpetual license. (Image Source: Unsplash)

The death of perpetual licenses

CheckMag It was ten years ago since Adobe decided to kill the Creative Suite in favor of Creative Cloud. Since then, other developers such as Autodesk have jumped onto the subscription model for their software. Are perpetual licenses about...

Daniel Murti, 11 Jan 2024 23:00

Fortis 11-inch G10 Chromebook. (Source: HP)

HP Fortis 11-inch G10 Chromebook launches as resilient new work PC

The Fortis 11-inch G10 Chromebook is another new HP PC "purpose-built" to "stay productive" regardless of what it encounters at work, spills and drops included. It is also equipped with a Titan C chip for security as well as "resp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2024 19:53

Beta Version 16.10 is available across Garmin's high-end smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro, Epix 2, Enduro 2, Quatix 7, MARQ Gen 2 and Tactix 7 smartwatches receive first update of 2024 with nearly 25 improvements and new features

Garmin has pushed the first v16.xx update to the Fenix 7 series and its counterpart. Rolling out as Beta Version 16.10, the new update contains almost 25 improvements, plus new firmware updates for GPS, Wireless and Sensor Hub sof...

Alex Alderson, 10 Jan 2024 14:53

The Smart Band 8 has received various changes and improvements with its latest software update. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Smart Band 8: Popular smartwatch receives new features and improvements with latest software update

Xiaomi has issued a new update for the Smart Band 8, one of its current smartwatches. The update brings various new features and improvements to the Xiaomi Smart Band 8, as well as various bug fixes.

Alex Alderson, 10 Jan 2024 14:50

The Voyager Free 20 earbuds. (Source: Poly)

CES 2024 | Poly Voyager Free 20: New adaptive ANC earbuds for work and travel enthusiasts

HP present the new Poly Voyager Free 20 earbuds as part of its CES 2024 peripherals showcase. They feature hybrid adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC) alongside the brand's "legendary" smart voice-boosting and noise-reduction ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jan 2024 18:48

Buying films at Best Buy stores will soon no longer be possible. (Image: Best Buy)

Despite rising streaming costs, Best Buy removes DVDs and Blu-rays from the shelves in the USA

Streaming providers are becoming more and more expensive in the US. In this phase of all times, Best Buy is suspending the sale of physical video media. Video games on the other hand will still continue to be on offer.

Andreas Sebayang, 08 Jan 2024 03:32

WhatsApp beta to bring a new app theme color customization feature (Image source: WhatsApp [Edited])

Latest WhatsApp iOS beta allows changing app theme color

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will enable the user to choose the main color of the app from a range of options. As spotted by WABetaInfo, the feature is still under development and is not yet available for testers. It ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 07 Jan 2024 08:13

Fiido Kidz debuts as world's first electric bike with parental controls

Fiido asserts that its latest product is the best and safest way possible to make a child's first two-wheeler electric. The Kidz is touted to address some problems the OEM claims to have identified with some balance bikes of its t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Jan 2024 19:17

WELOV P200 Pro launches as world's first Matter-certified air purifier

The AiDot brand WELOV asserts that its latest air purifier is a world first in that it is the first device of its kind officially approved to work with the Matter standard for smart home IoT and devices. The company believes that ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jan 2024 19:31

The latest version of webOS. (Source: LG)

CES 2024 | LG webOS Re:New program of upgrades for slightly older TVs unveiled

The debut of LG's latest TVs is now underway; however, the CES 2024 event also has some good news for owners of some existing smart screens. The OEM has announced that a selection of these devices released before 2023 are eligible...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Jan 2024 18:36

Samsung & Hyundai are teaming up to build a SmartThings smart home + smart car ecosystem. (Source: Samsung Newsroom)

Hyundai vehicles will integrate with your smart home via Samsung SmartThings

As a result of a recent MoU between Samsung and Hyundai Motor Group, smart homes run on the SmartThings platform will now support connected Hyundai and Kai vehicles. This partnership will develop new remote control solutions that ...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 05 Jan 2024 15:32

The vanilla Poco X6 is expected to launch with Android 13-based MIUI 14. (Source: Sudhanshu Ambhore)

Poco X6 Pro to launch with HyperOS out of the box as Xiaomi reveals performance credentials

Xiaomi has now confirmed that the Poco X6 Pro, scheduled to launch on January 11, will run the company's new HyperOS straight out of the box. Sadly, however, it appears the two other smartphones billed to launch alongside the Poco...

Ricci Rox, 05 Jan 2024 13:55

Software

Google Pixel 8 Pro finally gets the ability to read body temperature

Palworld smashes the 2 million concurrent players barrier but fails to beat PUBG

Philips Hue releases new tool for smart lights in update

HMD Global starts rolling out Android 14 to Nokia smartphones

Apple may charge fees and review apps installed via sideloading

Garmin offers up fresh improvements to flagship smartwatches with new update

Palworld beats Counter-Strike 2 and becomes Steam's second most popular game of all time

Suunto Wing open-ear headphones launch with IP67 rating, aptX Adaptive and hi-vis design

Recent Garmin smartwatch receives fresh update with reports of battery drain issues

Garmin disables ECG functionality on new smartwatches without warning via new update

MX Linux 23.2 with the latest PipeWire 1.0 multimedia system breathes new life into old laptops

Google ChromeOS 120 makes it easier to share files between your own Chromebooks and Android devices

Palworld is the weekend's most played game and breaks into Steam's all-time top 5

Please! When will Pokemon Go die?

XPayments account appearance re-ignites X/Twitter in-app transactions speculation

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle looks like it could be the future of the franchise

The next time you buy a computer with Windows 12 you could find yourself tied into a subscription

Realme 12 Plus tipped for imminent launch as new addition to mid-range Android smartphone line

Infinix Note 40 tipped to combine Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra-esque specs with budget platform - again

Palworld hits 1 million sales in just 8 hours

Huawei claims HarmonyOS NEXT kernel is 3x more efficient than Linux

Insta360 AI Warp roll-out to X3, GO 3 and ONE RS line begins

Google's Circle to Search arrives on Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8 by the end of January

The Finals update sours Steam Deck users' excitement with game crashes, broken voice chat on SteamOS and Linux

Nvidia's first driver package of 2024 comes with GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER support

YouTube slows down PCs with AdBlock installed (but it's not YouTube's fault)

Garmin ships new bug fixes and improvements to flagship smartwatches but with major ECG change

Homebrew version of Wii Shop enters public beta under name RiiShop

Acemagic addresses recent Bing preload issue with software update

Bambu Lab allows "one-way ticket" to installing third-party firmware on X1 3D printers

Xiaomi to expand HyperOS rollout to eleven devices including the Poco F5 Pro and Xiaomi 12T Pro

Asahi Linux improves battery life and graphics features on Apple Silicon Macs

Linux Mint 21.3 "Virginia" with Cinnamon 6.0 Desktop available for download

Darmiyan BrainSee medical AI software granted FDA approval for use indicating Alzheimer’s disease likelihood using MRI brain scans and cognitive test scores

4 Raspberry Pi 5 projects to make use of the power of one of the best SBCs out there

CES 2024 | BOE 45-inch 8K borderless smart in-car screen goes on display

Garmin rolls out new features and improvements to recent smartwatches

Garmin brings new bug fixes to Fenix 6 and older high-end smartwatches with new software update

The death of perpetual licenses

HP Fortis 11-inch G10 Chromebook launches as resilient new work PC

Garmin Fenix 7, Fenix 7 Pro, Epix 2, Enduro 2, Quatix 7, MARQ Gen 2 and Tactix 7 smartwatches receive first update of 2024 with nearly 25 improvements and new features

Xiaomi Smart Band 8: Popular smartwatch receives new features and improvements with latest software update

CES 2024 | Poly Voyager Free 20: New adaptive ANC earbuds for work and travel enthusiasts

Despite rising streaming costs, Best Buy removes DVDs and Blu-rays from the shelves in the USA

Latest WhatsApp iOS beta allows changing app theme color

Fiido Kidz debuts as world's first electric bike with parental controls

WELOV P200 Pro launches as world's first Matter-certified air purifier

CES 2024 | LG webOS Re:New program of upgrades for slightly older TVs unveiled

Hyundai vehicles will integrate with your smart home via Samsung SmartThings

Poco X6 Pro to launch with HyperOS out of the box as Xiaomi reveals performance credentials

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