Operating Systems

Bill Gates' AI agent dream comes to pass at Microsoft's special Copilot event with Copilot agents
Microsoft shipped Copilot agents in general availability "to automate and execute business processes, working with or for humans."
2024-09-16 15:00
Microsoft unveils Copilot Pages — a digital canvas for multiplayer AI collaboration at work
Microsoft has today announced Copilot Pages, a new persistent canvas in Microsoft Business Chat that enables “multiplayer AI collaboration.”
2024-09-16 15:00
Replay Protected Memory Block "RPMB" Subsystem Submitted For Linux 6.12
The MMC updates for the Linux 6.12 kernel include the introduction of a new kernel subsystem for Replay Protected Memory Block (RPMB) drivers...
2024-09-16 15:00
Security Bite: A brief history of Apple’s legal fight with NSO
9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple...
2024-09-16 14:42
TikTok and the US government battle in court today over TikTok's possible ban
Today, a federal appeals court will hear arguments from TikTok, its supporters, and the US government. The results could determine whether TikTok will be completely banned in the US. Read more...
2024-09-16 14:36
A new AMD graphics feature massively increases framerates with AI tech for smoother gameplay, but there's a catch
AMD's AFMF 2 technology brings AI enhancements to your integrated graphics, significantly boosting frame rates in demanding games. Ryzen AI 300 CPU users can (probably) take immediate advantage, but there is a catch.
2024-09-16 14:28
Announcing Authd: OIDC authentication for Ubuntu Desktop and Server
Today we are announcing the general availability of Authd, a new authentication daemon for Ubuntu that allows direct integration with cloud-based identity providers for both Ubuntu Desktop and Server. Authd is available free of charge on Ubuntu 24.04 L...
2024-09-16 14:25
GNU Linux-Libre 6.11 Kernel Released for Software Freedom Lovers
GNU Linux-Libre 6.11 kernel is now available for download. This release is based on Linux kernel 6.11 and it’s targeted at those who seek 100% freedom for their personal computers. The post GNU Linux-Libre 6.11 Kernel Released for Software Freedom Lo...
2024-09-16 14:25
New iPad mini, M4 MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac, & iPad 11th Gen reportedly arrive next month
Reports suggest that Apple could launch M4-powered Mac mini and iMac, new iPad mini, 11th Gen iPad, and MacBook Pro models with M4 chips in October. Read more...
2024-09-16 14:10
Carrot Weather takes advantage of iOS 18 with latest update
An all-new Carrot Weather release is here alongside iOS 18 launching for all users later today. The update brings handy features like Control Center widgets, dark/tinted app icon support, a new weather history section, Apple Watch Live Activities, and ...
2024-09-16 14:00
This $800 OLED laptop is incredible value, but it does have one glaring weakness
The ASUS Zenbook 14 (Q415M) is a brilliant Windows laptop for just $800, especially with the beautiful OLED display, but 8GB of non-upgradeable RAM is a sore spot.
2024-09-16 14:00
Diablo IV has reportedly generated over $1 billion in revenue since its June 2023 launch
A LinkedIn profile of a Blizzard employee that has since been closed claims that Diablo IV has generated over $1 billion in revenue since its launch in June 2023. Read more...
2024-09-16 13:36
Report reiterates 2nm chips for iPhone 17, but highlights the challenges
We heard back in July that Apple chipmaker TSMC was running ahead of schedule on trial production of 2nm chips expected to debut in next year’s iPhone 17 – and a new report reiterates this. However, it highlights the challenges involved with this u...
2024-09-16 13:34
Flappy Bird is returning to the iPhone soon after 10-year absence [Update]
Flappy Bird, the beloved but short-lived App Store hit from 2013-2014, is coming back to the iPhone soon. Over 10 years after its developer pulled the game and disappointed a host of fans, the original game and its trademark have been turned over to ne...
2024-09-16 13:31
Three Apple Watches get FDA approval for sleep apnea detection, from today
Three Apple Watches have received approval for detecting sleep apnea, just in time for today’s launch of the feature in watchOS 11. The Federal Drug Administration approval was able to be granted swiftly on the basis that the way Apple is doing it is...
2024-09-16 13:23
Get this 27-inch Acer Nitro monitor with a 300Hz refresh rate for a new low price of $249.99
Acer is currently selling a 27-inch Nitro PC gaming monitor with a high 300Hz refresh rate at an all new low price of just $249.99. Read more...
2024-09-16 13:20
OpenAI o1 might be the final nail in coding's coffin — "If OpenAI's o1 can pass OpenAI's research engineer hiring interview for coding at a 90-100% rate, why would they continue to hire actual human engineers?"
It's possible AI could reshape the coding landscape and claim jobs from developers — especially after OpenAI recently launched OpenAI o1 with advanced reasoning capabilities across science, math, and coding.
2024-09-16 13:08
PowerToys may soon let you change Windows settings on schedule
It might soon become much easier to automate Windows 11 settings thanks to a suggested module for PowerToys. Read more...
2024-09-16 13:04
A Re-Implementation Of The EROFS File-System In Rust Has Started
The EROFS read-only open-source file-system has seen initial patches posted today for beginning to re-implement the C code within the Rust programming language for better safety guarantees and the possibility of more performance optimizations...
2024-09-16 13:00
AirPods 4 reviews: Impressive noise cancellation in an open-ear design
The first reviews of Apple’s all-new AirPods 4 have arrived. As a refresher, AirPods 4 are available in two versions: one lower-end model priced at $129 and a higher-end version priced at $179 with Active Noise Cancellation. Here’s what the reviews...
2024-09-16 12:46