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System76's Cosmic Desktop is currently in pre-alpha, but it is available for testing. (Image source: System76)

Pop!_OS Cosmic DE gets Nvidia improvements, myriad new features in latest pre-alpha update

System76's COSMIC desktop, designed to run on the Pop!_OS Linux distribution now plays better with Nvidia GPUs, has fully fledged theming capabilities, and as well as a number of exciting third party contributions.
Julian van der Merwe, 19 Apr 2024 19:55
Garmin has now released its second stable update to the Forerunner 165. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin offers up new stable update to latest mid-range smartwatch

Garmin has published a new update for its latest mid-range smartphone, the second it has released so far after Software Version 9.24. Arriving as Software Version 9.26, the update makes far fewer changes than Beta Version 19.09 th...
Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2024 18:27
Garmin is not done with 18.xx development for the Forerunner 265 just yet. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new stable software update to popular smartwatch with promise of Connect IQ bug fixes and improvements

One of Garmin's popular smartwatches is eligible for another stable software update. Arriving in the wake of Beta Version 19.09, the new update actually sees a return to 18.xx builds for the wearable.
Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2024 18:24
The Redmi Note 13 series started life running MIUI 14. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi announces HyperOS upgrades for Redmi Note 13 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G

Xiaomi has revealed that HyperOS upgrades are now available across its Redmi Note 13 5G series. HyperOS 1 also brings Android 14 to the Redmi Note 13 5G, Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus 5G, which has been missing s...
Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2024 18:15
Nothing OS 2.5.5 for Nothing Phone 2 integrates ChatGPT (Image source: Nothing)

New Nothing OS update brings ChatGPT to Nothing Phone 2

Nothing has dropped the Nothing OS 2.5.5 update for the Nothing Phone 2. With this, the smartphone has received a handful of bug fixes, new additions to the camera app, and ChatGPT integration.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Apr 2024 17:17
Another multi-system emulator, Provenance, is coming to the App Store soon. (Image via Provenance)

Provenance multi-system emulator coming to iOS App Store soon

Provenance, another multi-system emulator built for iOS, is supposedly coming to the official App Store soon. It follows on the heels of the Delta emulator, which has already topped the App Store's Entertainment category.
Sam Medley, 19 Apr 2024 16:57
Logitech introduces Logi AI Prompt Builder software and Ai Edition M750 mouse for one-button access to ChatGPT. (Source: Logitech)

Logitech launches Signature AI Edition M750 mouse and Logi AI Prompt Builder software to access ChatGPT with the press of a button

Logitech has launched the Signature AI Edition M750 wireless mouse and Logi AI Prompt Builder software. Dedicated buttons on the M750 mouse launches the Logi AI Prompt Builder or ChatGPT with one press. The Logi AI Prompt Builder ...
David Chien, 19 Apr 2024 07:14
Delta is now officially available on the iOS App Store. (Image via Delta Emulator)

Delta multi-system emulator lands on official iOS App Store

Delta, the multi-system console emulator developer by Riley Testut, is now available on the official iOS App Store. The emulator was previously available only through Testut's AltStore service, which would use some iOS trickery to...
Sam Medley, 18 Apr 2024 18:06
One UI update is reportedly causing the green line issue on multiple Samsung Galaxy phones (Image source: @Entroprox on X)

Users blame One UI update for causing green line issue on several Samsung Galaxy phones

The display green line issue is back to haunt Samsung Galaxy phones again. This time, users are reporting that the problem is appearing after or during the April One UI update. While it's hard to say what's causing the issue, it c...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 Apr 2024 17:35
Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.22 downloading in the Nvidia app (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.22 now available sporting support for Manor Lords and No Rest for the Wicked

Available since yesterday, the Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 552.22 comes with optimizations for the most wishlisted game on Steam, namely Manor Lords, as well as zero-day optimizations targeting No Rest for the Wicked. These t...
Codrut Nistor, 17 Apr 2024 19:16
Garmin's Outdoors Maps+ service has now reached Europe for the Fenix 7 series and its peers. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces mapping improvements for flagship smartwatches

Garmin has expanded a recent mapping feature for many of its flagship smartwatches. Previously limited to the US, the paid feature can now be used across Europe, as well as 'all 50 U.S. states and Canada'.
Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2024 18:21
It's natural for developers to be concerned, especially after Nintendo's recent crackdown (Image source: Unsplash)

Developer removes NES gaming emulator from Apple App Store "out of fear"

Right after Apple removed the Game Boy Advance emulator iGBA, the NES gaming emulator named Bimmy disappeared from the App Store. However, unlike the case with iGBA, it's the developer who took it down, and it was removed "out of ...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Apr 2024 16:40
Garmin has returned the Venu 3 series to 9.xx builds for some reason. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces unusual update for recent mid-range smartwatches with Connect IQ bug fixes and improvements

Garmin has pushed a new update to a few of its modern smartwatches. Strangely, the firmware contains a lower build number than the one that arrived last month. Nonetheless, Garmin claims to have included various Connect IQ bug fix...
Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2024 14:38
(Image: pylyzer)

Open source project pylyzer identifies errors within Python scripts

The "pylyzer" analysis tool tests Python scripts for errors and is said to be very performant thanks to its programming in Rust. The open source project's development team also provides a Visual Studio Code extension.
Alexander Pensler, 17 Apr 2024 14:17
The first version of KDE Plasma 6 was first released in February, and the 6.0.4 update fixes a number of bugs (Image: KDE).

Linux desktop environment KDE Plasma 6 receives bugfix update 6.0.4

The KDE Plasma 6 development team has released the April bugfix release in the form of version 6.0.4. Amongst other things, it is now easier to use URLs via drag & drop, and bugs in the system monitor and battery applet have been ...
Alexander Pensler, 17 Apr 2024 12:38
Adobe adds generative AI models to Premiere to create content, add or delete objects, and extend clips. (Source: Adobe on YouTube)

Adobe integrates Firefly Video and third-party AI models into Premiere enabling editors to add AI-generated content to films

Adobe has integrated Firefly Video AI model into Adobe Premiere along with third-party AI models to enable editors to add AI-generated content to films. Such content includes videos of scenes and actors completely generated by AI,...
David Chien, 17 Apr 2024 09:09
Xiaomi HyperOS internal testing version rolls out for Mi 11 smartphones launched in 2021 (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi readies HyperOS update for three popular phones from 2021

Xiaomi HyperOS beta update has recently landed on Mi 10 series devices in China. Now, the company has rolled it out for the successors of that series. That includes the Mi 11, Mi 11 Pro, and Mi 11 Ultra, all of which were 2021 fla...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Apr 2024 19:24
Garmin has been refining 26.xx builds since mid-2023. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases another round of bug fixes to older flagship smartwatches with new update

Garmin has brought another set of bug fixes to popular recent flagship smartawtches. Rolling out as Beta Version 26.95 on its Beta Program, the new update resolves a few outstanding issues ahead of an impending new stable update.
Alex Alderson, 16 Apr 2024 19:04
The BZ53L. (Source: Sony)

Sony Pro BRAVIA BZ53L launches as up to 98-inch display with matte options

Sony asserts that customers love the Deep Black Non-Glare Coating on the new Pro BRAVIA BZ53L, rated to confer enhanced visibility with minimal reflections on the new enterprise-grade display. It is rated for a 120Hz refresh rate ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Apr 2024 16:04
YouTube ads blocking (Source: DALL·E 3-generated image)

Google renews its assault on YouTube ad blockers

The fight against blocking ads on the Google-owned online video sharing and social media platform YouTube continues as third-party apps that go against its terms of service are now in the tech giant's crosshairs. There are no name...
Codrut Nistor, 16 Apr 2024 15:42
The Saturn 4 series. (Source: ELEGOO)

ELEGOO Saturn 4 Ultra: A next-gen flagship 3D printer with easy-release technology and AI defect detection

The latest additions to ELEGOO's Saturn series have launched with cutting-edge features such as the Tilt Release Technology that might reduce print time and damage to the resulting model in the new top-end 4 Ultra. It also boasts ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Apr 2024 20:38
Playing games with joysticks is so 1977. There's a reason the rest of the world moved to gamepads (Source: Atari)

The Atari Gamestation Pro is a shining example of why mini retro consoles are literally rubbish

CheckMag Not to miss the cash train, many original manufacturers have released “mini” consoles, including Sega, Nintendo, Commodore and Atari. However, of all the retro consoles, the latest Atari Gamestation Pro is a short lived nostalgia ...
David Devey, 15 Apr 2024 19:00
Xiaomi HyperOS beta drops for Mi 10 smartphones in China (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi HyperOS update begins to roll out for multiple phones launched in 2020

Xiaomi HyperOS, first introduced with the Xiaomi 14 series in October last year, is reaching more and more previously released phones. The latest rollout is for the Mi 10 series, which has many smartphones launched in 2020. Worth ...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Apr 2024 18:35
One UI 6.1 should reach more older flagships from May 2024 onwards. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung reveals which smartphones and tablets are next in line for spring 2024 One UI 6.1 upgrades

Samsung has now confirmed that a new batch of older smartphones and tablets will soon be offered One UI 6.1 upgrades. Not only has the company revealed which models are eligible, but it has also outlined a rough release schedule.
Alex Alderson, 15 Apr 2024 17:46
Game Boy emulator iGBA was listed just two days ago on the Apple App Store (Image source: Apple App Store)

Apple removes App Store's first-ever Game Boy emulator shortly after its debut

Just a week ago, Apple updated App Review guidelines, which opened the doors for retro game emulators to be officially listed. A Game Boy emulator named iGBA became the first to take advantage of this, but its time on the Apple Ap...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Apr 2024 16:57
The Garmin Instinct 2 series smartwatches are receiving public update 15.08. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin's new public update brings many bug fixes to smartwatches

The Garmin System Software 15.08 is rolling out to several smartwatches. Previously seen as a beta update, the release brings a wide range of bug fixes to the wearables, tackling issues with workouts and battery estimates. Plus, t...
Polly Allcock, 15 Apr 2024 14:21
aider is an AI programming assistant for the terminal (image: generated with Dall-E 3).

AI code assistant "aider" helps with programming across entire GitHub repositories

The AI assistant "aider" is using ChatGPT 3.5 or 4 and can incorporate entire Git repositories into AI-based development. The open source tool is used in the terminal and should be able to perform commits independently with automa...
Alexander Pensler, 15 Apr 2024 13:37
A vulnerability has been found in the Windows version of Telegram Messenger (image: created with Dall-E 3).

Security vulnerability in Telegram Messenger's Windows application allowed code execution after clicking on video

A simple spelling error in the source code of the Telegram Messenger Windows application let attackers bypass a security warning. This enabled the automatic execution of Python scripts after clicking on a link disguised as a video...
Alexander Pensler, 15 Apr 2024 12:15
Microsoft's VS Code Editor is free and offers many useful features and plug-ins (Image: Microsoft).

Visual Studio Code 1.88 released with a host of new features

Microsoft's Visual Studio Code source code editor has been updated to version 1.88, adding new features such as scrolling synchronisation between windows and separate labels for opened editors.
Alexander Pensler, 15 Apr 2024 11:18
Microsoft is testing Copilot auto-launch on Windows 11 startup again (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft starts testing Copilot auto-launch at Windows 11 startup again

Users running the latest Microsoft Windows 11 Insider build are reporting that the operating system now opens Copilot, the company's AI assistant, automatically at launch. This auto-launch feature was first tested weeks ago with P...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 14 Apr 2024 11:02
Google will likely push Android 15 beta builds throughout spring and summer 2024. (Image source: Google)

Google brings numerous improvements to Pixel 6a through Pixel 8 Pro plus Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet with first Android 15 beta

Google has kicked off its spring and summer public beta testing period for Android 15. For now, Android 15 Beta 1 remains exclusive to Pixel devices, starting with the Pixel 6a. The first beta packs various changes from current An...
Alex Alderson, 13 Apr 2024 01:38
In future, EA Play will cost $5.99 and $16.99 for a monthly subscription. (Image: Electronic Arts)

Electronic Arts increases prices: EA Play will soon be more expensive

As other providers have already done in recent months, Electronic Arts is now also increasing the prices of its EA Play subscription model from May 10. The costs for the online service will increase by 60% in some cases. But there...
Tristan Hesser, 12 Apr 2024 23:59
OnePlus x Google AI is on the way. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus and OPPO smartphones to adopt Gemini and Cloud AI from Google

OnePlus has announced that it has partnered with Google to augment the AI power of its smartphones over time. They are now eligible to integrate the Mountain View giant's most powerful large language models (LLMs) to date, which ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Apr 2024 22:37
Oppo's AI Eraser brings advanced photo editing features on affordable Reno 11 phones (Image source: Oppo)

Affordable Oppo phones get Samsung Galaxy AI-like photo editing tool

Oppo has rolled out a Samsung Galaxy AI-like photo editing tool called AI Eraser for its affordable Reno 11 series smartphones. Some of the features that it offers are similar to what you get with third-party apps such as Adobe Ph...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 12 Apr 2024 18:42
The Axon 60 Ultra. (Source: ZTE)

ZTE Axon 60 Ultra: Possibly the most intriguing satellite/5G smartphone you (seriously) can't buy

ZTE has unveiled the latest addition to its high-end Axon series of smartphones as the line's inaugural satellite communications-enabled handset. The 60 Ultra also packs the cutting-edge 5G-A standard, dual rear 50MP cameras and 1...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Apr 2024 16:00
Eclipse Theia has been released in version 1.48 (Image: GitHub).

Eclipse Theia 1.48 brings code editor secondary window support to the development environment

Eclipse's Theia web-based platform and Theia IDE have been updated to version 1.48. A total of 53 enhancements have been made to the cloud platform and IDE, including support for floating second windows in the code editor.
Alexander Pensler, 12 Apr 2024 12:52
The beta version of Ubuntu 24.04 is available for testing (Image: Canonical).

Beta version of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS with GNOME 46 and Linux 6.8 kernel available for download

The beta version of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS has been released a week late and is now available for download. The final version of Canonical's Linux distribution is scheduled for release on 25 April 2024.
Alexander Pensler, 12 Apr 2024 10:39
The Forerunner 165 is now eligible for its first beta software update. (Image source: Garmin)

New Garmin smartwatch gains bug fixes, new features and improvements through latest software update

Garmin has released its second software update for its latest smartwatch. Arriving on its Beta Program, the update brings the smartwatch onto par with many other recent models through support for the Garmin Messenger app and impro...
Alex Alderson, 11 Apr 2024 18:23
If this trend continues, the Linux desktop could break the 5% mark in the future (Figure: generated with Dall-E 3).

Linux desktop continues to grow with four per cent market share

For the second month in a row, Linux on the desktop has reached a market adoption rate of over 4%, according to Statcounter.com. Will 2024 be the much-touted "year of the Linux desktop"?
Alexander Pensler, 11 Apr 2024 13:31
The latest version of Firefox Nightly includes a handy text translation feature (Image: Mozilla).

Firefox Nightly gets ability to translate selected text passages

Future versions of Firefox may include a new feature that translates selected text in other languages. This feature recently appeared in Firefox Nightly 126.
Alexander Pensler, 11 Apr 2024 11:59
The Forerunner 265 has gained as many new features as bug fixes with its latest update. (Image source: Garmin)

Current mid-range Garmin smartwatch receives new software update with heart rate data tracking improvements

A current generation Garmin smartwatch is eligible for a new update. Rolling out now, the software update features numerous changes like a new Jet Lag Adviser glance, plus various heart rate data refinements.
Alex Alderson, 10 Apr 2024 20:27
The Forerunner 955 has received its first 19.xx build packed, which Garmin has packed with bug fixes and new features. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin announces milestone update for ageing flagship smartwatch with new features and bug fixes

Garmin has revealed a new update for one of its older high-end smartwatches. The new update arrives as Beta Version 19.09, the first 19.xx build of any kind for the device. Accordingly, the new software contains multiple changes f...
Alex Alderson, 10 Apr 2024 20:24
The BRC-AM7. (Source: Sony)

Sony BRC-AM7 touted to deliver next generation of pro-grade PTZ recording with AI-powered Auto Framing

Sony asserts that its next flagship camera for dedicated pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) recording will leap to the forefront of professional subject-tracking on its launch. The BRC-AM7 is touted to be the world's lightest and smallest device...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Apr 2024 18:52
The Kuura Ring. (Source: Kuura)

Kuura Ring boasts heart-rate, SpO2 and skin temperature monitoring in titanium alloy ahead of crowdfunding launch

Kuura touts its first-gen Ring as "The Future of Fitness" thanks to its ability to deliver advanced health-tracking features while helping the user enhance their work-outs over time. The Ring is slated to debut via a crowdfunding ...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Apr 2024 17:41
The Meta Quest build 64.0 improves Passthrough for the Quest 3. (Image source: Meta)

Meta Quest v64 with improved Passthrough now rolling out

The Meta build 64.0 is rolling out to Quest headsets in phases. While the release brings new features to the Quest 2 and Quest Pro, it focuses on improvements for the Quest 3. These include higher resolution and image quality for ...
Polly Allcock, 10 Apr 2024 13:21
It looks as though Asus Zenfone 10 users may want to stop holding their breath for bootloader unlock functionality. (Image source: Florian Schmitt / Notebookcheck)

Zenfone bootloader unlock tool outlook bleak as ASUS refunds customer over missing feature

Asus recently settled a lawsuit in the UK over its unfulfilled promises of a bootloader unlock tool for its Zenfone line-up. Asus promised the Zenfone bootloader unlock tool way back in early 2022 and still hasn't delivered.
Julian van der Merwe, 09 Apr 2024 21:35
SwitchBot adopts Matter. (Source: SwitchBot)

SwitchBot robot vacuums upgrade to Matter support across the board

SwitchBot has announced that "almost all" of its smart and automatic home devices are now eligible for the OEM's conversion to support Google's universal connection system Matter. That includes its latest K10+ mini smart vacuum, w...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 09 Apr 2024 16:59
Google claims to have added new features to the Pixel Watch series with its April 2024 update. (Image source: Google)

Google brings new features and improvements to its smartwatches with latest updates

Google has brought various changes to the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 with its latest round of updates. Rolling out as TWD9.240405.001, the update adds a new feature called 'Vibration Watch', among other refinements.
Alex Alderson, 09 Apr 2024 15:23
The EndeavourOS team says "Goodbye" to the ARM version (Image: EndeavourOS).

EndeavourOS discontinues development of the ARM version of the Linux distribution

EndeavourOS, a Linux distribution based on Arch Linux, has announced that it will discontinue development of its version for ARM processors. Maintainers are more urgently needed for the x86_64 edition of EndeavourOS.
Alexander Pensler, 09 Apr 2024 13:02
Spotify playlist are now using AI (DALL·E 3-generated image)

Spotify gets AI playlists

AI Playlist is a new Spotify feature that allows the users to create new playlists by using prompts like "a heavy metal playlist for riding my bike" or "relaxing music to enjoy while fishing" and has limited availability. For now,...
Codrut Nistor, 08 Apr 2024 17:57

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