Operating Systems

Device Memory TCP Included With The Networking Changes For Linux 6.12
Jakub Kicinski submitted the networking subsystem updates over the weekend for the Linux 6.12 merge window. Most notable this cycle is Device Memory TCP for zero-copy receive of TCP payloads to DMA-BUF regions...
2024-09-17 04:00
Here’s how to check if your carrier already supports RCS on iPhone
Apple on Monday released iOS 18 to the public, and one of the new features is support for Rich Communications Services, or RCS, in the Messages app. However, RCS support must be enabled by each carrier, and a page on Apple’s website lists which carri...
2024-09-17 03:43
AirPods 4 review: big deal, small package
I’ve been an AirPods user since 2016, and an AirPods Pro user since 2019. In-ear tips are a better fit for my ears, and Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency modes define the modern AirPods experience for me. For some, however, in-ear tips are a...
2024-09-17 02:29
iOS 18 will warn you when you’re using a slow iPhone charger
iOS 18 includes a couple of notable changes to iPhone battery health and charging settings. Apple has added more charging limit settings for iPhone 15 users, along with information about when you’re using a slow charger. more…
2024-09-17 02:24
Meta bans Russian media outlet RT, citing ‘foreign interference activity’
Meta announced Monday that it has banned RT and other Russian state media outlets from its platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and WhatsApp, among others, citing ‘foreign interference activity’ in the US presidential election. more…
2024-09-17 01:10
PSA: Choosing a preferred Home Hub in iOS 18 can be a bit tricky
As reported back in June, iOS 18 and tvOS 18 add an option that finally lets users choose an Apple TV or HomePod as their preferred Home Hub to control remotely. These updates are now available to the public, but choosing a preferred Home Hub can be a ...
2024-09-17 00:27
FreeBSD 13.4 Released With Many Software Updates & Driver Improvements
The FreeBSD camp today released FreeBSD 13.4 as the newest point release to the FreeBSD 13 stable series for those that haven't yet migrated to the FreeBSD 14 series...
2024-09-17 00:00
ARM / RISC-V / LoongArch KVM Updates Submitted For Linux 6.12
Red Hat engineer Paolo Bonzini submitted the initial batch of KVM changes targeting the Linux 6.12 kernel. This is just the first batch and notably lacking all of the KVM x86 Intel/AMD changes for the cycle. But in the non-x86 space there is a fair amo...
2024-09-17 00:00
Protect your brand new iPhone 16 in style with rugged cases from SUPCASE and I-Blason
Apple has just announced the new iPhone 16 lineup, and as you prepare to make your preorder, you want to make sure you also have a great case to go with it, to keep your new phone pristine. Trusted phone case makers SUPCASE and I-Blason are ready, with...
2024-09-16 23:41
iPadOS 18 makes it easier to choose and add emoji when typing in iPhone apps
The experience of using iPhone apps on the iPad isn’t exactly great, but things got better with Stage Manager, since apps not optimized for iPhone can run in floating windows on the screen. But with iPadOS 18, Apple has made a small but important cha...
2024-09-16 23:35
Google updates Search widget on iPhone with customizable shortcuts, like Gemini
The Search widget offered by the Google app on iPhone and iPad now offers customizable shortcuts, including to Gemini. more…
2024-09-16 23:05
These are the macOS Sequoia features not available on Intel Macs
If you’re still running an Intel-powered Mac, you’ll have at least one more year of macOS support. macOS Sequoia runs on the same Macs as macOS Sonoma, but as usual, there are some caveats about specific features supported on Intel machines. Now th...
2024-09-16 22:34
iOS 18: How to add a Bluetooth toggle to Control Center on iPhone
iOS 18 brings a big change to Control Center on your iPhone. With iOS 18, Control Center has a bunch of new controls and now flows over multiple pages. This includes changes to the Connectivity widget, which puts the Bluetooth toggle behind a second ta...
2024-09-16 22:02
Microsoft releases Windows 10 build 19045.4955 to Insider Beta and Release Preview channels
Microsoft has released the Windows 10 build 19045.4955 under KB5043131, to members of the Windows Insider Program in the Beta and Release Preview channels. Read more...
2024-09-16 21:52
Intel confirms it plans to switch its foundry business into an independent subsidiary
Intel has announced some of its plans to improve the chip company, including turning its foundry division into an independent subsidiary Read more...
2024-09-16 21:40
9to5Mac Daily: September 16, 2024 – Everything new in iOS 18
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 ...
2024-09-16 21:39
iOS 18 finally adds T9 dialling on iPhone
A long-requested feature for Android users switching to iPhone is the addition of T9 dialling. This is a shortcut to dialling phone numbers from your address book, by typing in letters on the keypad. For instance, to call John you’d press 5 6 4 (for ...
2024-09-16 21:22
Overwatch 2 comes to Xbox Game Pass — but you can't play it on the cloud for one annoying reason
Overwatch 2 will be added to Xbox Game Pass on September 17, 2024. This means exclusive skins for subscribers, but unfortunately, there will be no Xbox Cloud Gaming for one easily missed reason.
2024-09-16 21:14
Overwatch 2 comes to Xbox Game Pass, but no, you can't play it on the cloud for one annoying reason
Overwatch 2 will be added to Xbox Game Pass on September 17, 2024. This means exclusive skins for subscribers, but unfortunately, there will be no Xbox Cloud Gaming for one easily missed reason.
2024-09-16 21:14
Overwatch 2 is coming to Xbox Game Pass tomorrow with exclusive benefits
Microsoft and Blizzard are bringing Overwatch 2 to Xbox Game Pass. The free-to-play entry will offer a myriad of bonuses for playing with a subscription. Read more...
2024-09-16 20:58