Operating Systems

EyeSight may be weird, but it’s a step toward solving a key Vision Pro problem
EyeSight is undoubtedly one of the weirdest features of the Vision Pro. But it’s also, arguably, one of its most important for solving a key problem with the headset. Here’s why. more…
2024-10-18 19:49
Homekit Weekly: Upgrade your interior doors with the ThorBolt MK1 smart lock
If you’re looking to upgrade one of your interior doors to a smart lock, you’ll want to check out the . It offers an excellent combination of sleek design, advanced technology, and easy integration with Apple HomeKit, particularly leveraging Thread...
2024-10-18 19:21
Xbox Shocktober Sale now live with over 250 discounts
The Xbox Shocktober sale is now live with big discounts on Resident Evil 4, Dragon's Dogma 2, Dying Light and more. Deals include savings of up to 85%. Read more...
2024-10-18 19:18
iPhone 17 Slim again said to feature just one camera, A19 chip, more
As rumored in the past, Apple is planning a big change to the iPhone lineup next year with an all-new iPhone 17 Slim model. A new report today from reliable analyst Jeff Pu outlines much of what to expect from this new iPhone model. more…
2024-10-18 18:58
AMD 24.10.1 Windows WHQL driver adds Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 optimization, and more
AMD's latest Windows driver is WHQL certified and adds support for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and more. Read more...
2024-10-18 18:36
OPINION: For a brief moment in time, Surface co-creator Panos Panay made Microsoft almost cool and inspired a wave of innovation — what happened?
Satya Nadella's modern Microsoft has given up on innovating and is instead chasing trends without insight.
2024-10-18 18:22
Apple’s VP of talent and recruiting departing in yet another executive shakeup
It’s another day, and there’s yet another report of a departure among high-ranking Apple leadership. Today it’s Apple’s VP of talent and recruiting head Sjoerd Gehring, who is leaving for a new role at Citadel. Here’s what that means for Appl...
2024-10-18 18:21
The FCC makes it mandatory for all smartphones sold in the U.S. to support hearing aids
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has mandated all smartphones that will be sold in the United States must be compatible with hearing aids. Read more...
2024-10-18 17:50
visionOS 2.1 beta 6 is now available, the second update this week
Apple has released a new developer beta 6 update for visionOS 2.1. Vision Pro users have now gotten two new betas this week alone, as beta 5 was released this Monday. more…
2024-10-18 17:17
KB5044400: Microsoft fixes Windows 11 Mica bug, brings Start menu changes, in Dev channel
Microsoft has released the latest Windows 11 update for members flighting the Insider Program in the Dev Channel. The new build, 26120.2130 (KB5044400), adds several new features and improvements. Read more...
2024-10-18 17:15
Windows 11 Insider Beta Channel build 22635.4371 (KB504498) has app snap layout improvements
Microsoft has released the latest Windows 11 build for members of the Windows Insider Channel with the build number 22635.4371, under KB504498. Read more...
2024-10-18 17:12
Save 83% on Complete 2024 Microsoft Tech Certification Training Super Bundle
246+ Hours of Expert-Led Content to Help You Master the Intricacies of Microsoft Technologies Read more...
2024-10-18 17:00
Intel Working On Coreboot Support For Xeon 6 Platforms
Intel announced earlier this week ahead of the OCP Global Summit that they have partnered with the 9elements consulting firm for getting Coreboot up and running on Intel Xeon 6 "Granite Rapids" platforms...
2024-10-18 16:42
UScellular is selling a portion of its spectrum to Verizon for $1 billion
The United State's fifth largest carrier, UScellular is selling off a portion of its spectrum to Verizon in an all-cash deal. Read more...
2024-10-18 16:38
Wine 9.20 Released With WineDbg Now Using Capstone Disassembler
Wine 9.20 is out today as the newest bi-weekly development version of this open-source software to enable running Windows games and applications under Linux and other platforms...
2024-10-18 16:37
New iPad mini announced, cheaper Vision Pro, more executive departures
Benjamin and Chance react to the surprise announcement of the new iPad mini this week, and some new branded company logo features coming to iOS soon. Apple’s Chief People Officer Carole Surface departs after less than two years, plus we have more vis...
2024-10-18 16:25
9to5Mac Daily: October 18, 2024 – iPad mini 7 specs, Apple Pay anniversary
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. more…
2024-10-18 16:11
Google Photos on the web now automatically backs up folders from your computer
Google Photos on the Web is getting a new feature that will automatically back up folders from your computer. Read more...
2024-10-18 16:02
Deals: Jet Black Apple Watch Series 10 $376, black Milanese Loop all-time low, Mac keyboards 30% off, more
Your Friday edition of the day’s best deals on Apple gear and accessories starts off with ongoing pre-order offers on the new iPad mini 7, but we also spotted a new low on the Apple Watch Series 10 in Jet Black alongside the best price to date on App...
2024-10-18 15:50
Apple axes Powerbeats Pro ahead of major refresh coming next year
Apple has just discontinued its Powerbeats Pro wireless headphones. They are no longer available from the Apple Store and have been removed altogether from Beats’ own website. But it’s not all bad news: a major refresh is still coming soon. more…
2024-10-18 15:43