Operating Systems

Three ways Apple is now benefiting from DeepSeek’s early AI success
DeepSeek is quickly shaking up the state of AI in the US, but while several of Apple’s competitors deal with negative fallout, Apple is—for now at least—benefiting from DeepSeek in three ways. more…
2025-01-27 19:51
Acer Swift 14 Copilot+ PC is now available for just $799
The Acer Swift 14 is quite a capable Copilot+ PC laptop with great hardware and a fast, high-resolution display. The best part? It is now 24% off. Read more...
2025-01-27 19:18
DeepSeek's AI buzz suffers "large-scale cyberattack," prompting temporary registration cap — Sam Altman could be right about closed-source models hitting safety thresholds easier
DeepSeek recently announced that it has temporarily capped user registrations due to "large-scale malicious attacks” on its services. However, existing users can continue to leverage the tool's capabilities without interruptions.
2025-01-27 19:09
Update your iPhone, iPad, and Mac now to fix these security issues
Apple regularly lists resolved vulnerabilities for iPhone, iPad, and Mac after each software update. Right on cue, the company has released an extensive list of which security resolutions are included in today’s iOS 18.3 and macOS Sequoia 15.3 softwa...
2025-01-27 19:08
STALKER 2's new Patch 1.1.4 update fixes one of its nastiest Xbox bugs, and the devs say a bigger patch is on the way
STALKER 2's first update of 2025 is here with Patch 1.1.4, and it includes several critical fixes for Xbox and PC players. Here's everything in it.
2025-01-27 19:04
9to5Mac Daily: January 27, 2025 – Apple AI shakeup, more
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 ...
2025-01-27 18:55
DeepSeek's ultra-cost-effective AI plummets NVIDIA stock prices — wiping out $500 billion in market valuation
NVIDIA has lost $500 billion in market value so far today. That figure could rise even higher and set records for lost value in a single day. The drop follows DeepSeek's launch of the R1 model, which has shaken the AI industry.
2025-01-27 18:50
DeepSeek's ultra-cost-effective AI causes NVIDIA to suffer the largest single day market loss in history — almost $600 billion wiped off the company
NVIDIA has lost $500 billion in market value so far today. That figure could rise even higher and set records for lost value in a single day. The drop follows DeepSeek's launch of the R1 model, which has shaken the AI industry.
2025-01-27 18:50
Apple iPad turns 15 years old today: here's some history
It has been 15 years since Apple introduced the iPad. Let's turn some pages back into iPad's history. Read more...
2025-01-27 18:34
PSA: iOS 18.3 RC users have a new update available for download
Apple released new software updates to the public today, including iOS 18.3, macOS 15.3, and more. But alongside those updates, the company has also shipped new beta versions for users running the iOS 18.3 RC and more. more…
2025-01-27 18:21
watchOS 11.3 now available, bringing new Unity Rhythm watch face to Apple Watch
There’s a new software update available for Apple Watch Series 6 and later starting today. watchOS 11.3 is the latest version, bringing the new Unity Rhythm watch face to Apple Watch. Apple unveiled the new watch face alongside the 2025 Black Unity S...
2025-01-27 18:07
Apple releases tvOS 18.3, HomePod 18.3, and visionOS 2.3 for all users
Apple has just launched its next software updates for its full lineup of platforms. Included among those updates is tvOS 18.3, HomePod 18.3, and visionOS 2.3. Here’s what to expect. more…
2025-01-27 18:07
macOS Sequoia 15.3 available now, here’s everything that’s new
Apple has just released macOS Sequoia 15.3, its latest software update for Mac users. The new release brings Genmoji support to the Mac, AI notification summary changes, and more. Here’s everything new. more…
2025-01-27 18:07
iOS 18.3 is now available for everyone: Here’s what’s new
After one month of beta testing, Apple has now released iOS 18.3 for all iPhone users. The update includes changes to two key Apple Intelligence features, as well as a handful of big fixes and other enhancements. Head below for a deep dive into everyth...
2025-01-27 18:03
Meta AI lead scientist claims "open-source" is the secret ingredient toDeepSeek's triumph over proprietary models at a fraction of the cost — dethroning OpenAI's ChatGPT as the most downloaded free app in the US
Meta's AI lead scientist, Yann LeCun, recently commented on DeepSeek's impressive AI milestone, reiterating the importance of open-source AI models as the Chinese startup's recently launched app dethrones ChatGPT as the most downloaded free app in the US.
2025-01-27 18:01
Veteran Gears of War studio reveals it is working with The Coalition for Gears of War: E-Day
The studio behind Gears of War: Judgment has revealed that it is co-developing Gears of War: E-Day alongside The Coalition. Read more...
2025-01-27 17:34
Apple is testing a Visual Intelligence Control Center shortcut, fluid navigation, ring/silent Focus toggle, and more [Video]
In my latest episode of iOS Decoded, 9to5Mac investigates several new unreleased iOS features found in the iOS 18.3 beta...
2025-01-27 17:28
Apple testing a Visual Intelligence Control Center shortcut, fluid navigation, more [Video]
In my latest episode of iOS Decoded, 9to5Mac investigates several new unreleased iOS features found in the iOS 18.3 beta that Apple is testing. For instance, a new fluid navigation transitions will make it easier to navigate back in menus, and a new ca...
2025-01-27 17:28
Review: BenQ 27-inch 5K Thunderbolt 4 Designer Monitor is a proper Apple Studio Display competitor for $1199
Starting today, BenQ is opening pre-orders for its first 27-inch 5K Thunderbolt 4 Designer Monitor. Announced last fall, the BenQ PD2730S is a proper competitor to the $1600+ with the same pixels-per-inch range. I’ve been using the $1200 BenQ 27-inc...
2025-01-27 17:20
How to access and use Xbox Game Bar on the ROG Ally
The ROG Ally has a stock Copilot shortcut, but not Game Bar. Here's how you can change that.
2025-01-27 17:19