Operating Systems

Parallels Desktop brings Apple Intelligence Writing Tools to Windows apps
Apple this week released macOS Sequoia 15.1, which is the first update to enable Apple Intelligence tools on the Mac. However, thanks to Parallels Desktop, you can also use some of these tools in Windows apps too. more…
2024-10-30 20:37
AMD "Cleaner Shader" Coming For GFX11.0.3 GPUs To Help Ensure User/App Isolation
A new patch posted today for the AMDGPU Linux kernel graphics driver is introducing a "cleaner shader" explicitly for GFX11.0.3 GPUs like the Radeon 780M integrated graphics to help ensure that there is sufficient data isolation between different workl...
2024-10-30 20:27
Python is now the most popular language on GitHub as AI and ML surge
Python has overtaken JavaScript as the most-used programming language on GitHub in terms of total contributions. Read more...
2024-10-30 20:20
Audacity 3.7 Delivers Bug Fixes, Improves Compatibility with Linux
Music makers, podcast producers, and amateur audio enthusiasts alike will be pleased to hear a new version of Audacity is out – and it fixes a lot of bugs. Audacity 3.7.0 marks a new series of maintenance releases which will fix flaws, balm bugs, and...
2024-10-30 20:08
M4 MacBook Pro vs M3: What do the latest laptops deliver?
The latest MacBook Pro laptops are here powered by the new M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max Apple Silicon. In addition to more powerful and efficient CPUs/GPUs, these MacBook Pro machines have longer battery life, Thunderbolt 5 (with M4 Pro/Max chips), a nan...
2024-10-30 20:07
9to5Mac Daily: October 30, 2024 – The new MacBook Pro lineup with M4
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by ...
2024-10-30 20:04
OpenAI brings its lifelike ChatGPT advanced voice feature to the Mac
Move over, Siri. OpenAI is bringing its advanced voice feature for ChatGPT to the Mac and Windows starting today. more…
2024-10-30 20:00
End of an era: Apple discontinues 8GB RAM Macs as the entire lineup now starts with 16GB
It’s officially the end of an era. Apple on Wednesday held the last day of its super week of Mac announcements, this time with the launch of a new generation MacBook Pro with an M4 chip. But the company also did something else: it upgraded all Macs w...
2024-10-30 19:30
Apple reportedly started early manufacturing of iPhone 17 in India
A Foxconn factory in Bangalore allegedly started experimenting with the prototypes and manufacturing processes for next year's iPhone 17. Read more...
2024-10-30 19:16
The best accessories for your new M4 MacBook Pro, iMac, or Mac mini
It’s been a busy time for Mac launches. Apple has released the first three M4 Macs: the MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac. If you’ve ordered a new M4 model, or even if you’re sticking with your current hardware, these are the best accessories to up...
2024-10-30 19:14
Here’s how many external displays the new M4 MacBook Pro models support
Apple today unveiled its new MacBook Pro lineup powered by M4, M4 Pro, and M4 Max chips. The update comes with good news for external display support for some users, and we’ve got all of the details about the changes below. more…
2024-10-30 19:05
Apple Music in iOS 18.1 got two upgrades that are easy to miss
iOS and iPadOS 18.1 launched this week, with Apple Intelligence the biggest addition. But the Music app also scored a couple nice upgrades you might have missed. Here’s what’s new for Apple Music. more…
2024-10-30 18:34
Audacity 3.7 Open-Source Audio Editor Is Out to Improve Linux Compatibility
Audacity 3.7 open-source digital audio editor and recording software is now available for download with improved Linux compatibility and various bug fixes. Here's what's changed! The post Audacity 3.7 Open-Source Audio Editor Is Out to Improve Linux Co...
2024-10-30 18:22
Pre-Orders Open for Pine64’s e-Ink Linux Tablet
Forget Amazon’s recent Kindle refresh, the most exciting e-ink device around is the PineNote from prolific open-source hardware makers Pine64. I reported last month that Pine64 had confirmed a new PineNote production run, the first in several years, ...
2024-10-30 18:16
Dropbox announces new round of layoffs, cuts 20% of workforce
Third time's a charm? Dropbox announced its third major round of layoffs in recent years, cutting 20% of staff to refocus on new growth areas. Read more...
2024-10-30 18:16
OpenAI will make you pay to search your ChatGPT history, but only for a while
ChatGPT now includes a search feature that lets you look through your chat history and continue any previous interaction with the AI-powered chatbot. The feature will be available to all users soon, but it is currently restricted to paid subscribers.
2024-10-30 18:10
Intel could potentially be on Apple's acquisition portfolio amid financial struggles, emancipating itself from an overreliance on TSMC for chips — but Samsung could have better standing
A new report suggests Intel could be on Apple's acquisition alley to bolster its AI advances and free it from an overreliance on TSMC for chips.
2024-10-30 18:03
Cyberpunk 2077 and Phantom Liberty expansion announced for Mac
CD Projekt RED and Apple have announced Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition for macOS. Apple silicon owners will be able to jump into the game early next year. Read more...
2024-10-30 18:02
Microsoft unveils a new Bing experience for 2024 U.S. presidential race
Microsoft has launched a new Bing experience to help users track the upcoming 2024 U.S. presidential election. Read more...
2024-10-30 17:46
Google Chrome gets new performance controls to improve browsing experience
Google has announced some new features to improve user experience and better manage inactive tabs in Chrome. Read more...
2024-10-30 17:30