Operating Systems

1TB 2TB WD_BLACK SN770M M.2 2230 Microsoft Surface, Steam Deck ready NVMe SSDs are deals
WD's tiny M.2 2230 SN770M are selling at their lowest prices. These are compatible with the likes of Steam Deck, Microsoft Surface, and more. Read more...
2024-12-26 18:16
Apple Watch can help you ‘quit quitting’ on fitness goals, says new video
It’s the time of year when many of us are thinking about goals and resolutions for the year ahead. The latest video from Apple points to Apple Watch as the device that can help you ‘quit quitting’ on your goals. more…
2024-12-26 17:40
GCC ASCII Art Visualizations, Timely Znver5 & Other Compiler Highlights Of 2024
Both GCC and LLVM/Clang made great strides in 2024 in rounding up their latest C and C++ support, enabling new hardware targets, and a variety of other features. Plus other open-source compilers targeting different features / languages, device types, a...
2024-12-26 17:26
Deals: 512GB M4 Mac mini all-time low, Apple Pencil Pro, M4 iMac up to $200 off, charging gear, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is now ready to go with a headliner deal featuring Apple’s elevated 16GB/512GB M4 Mac mini now down at the Amazon all-time low with $100 in savings. That deal joins the return of Black Friday pricing on Apple Pencil Pro...
2024-12-26 16:49
Here are three Apple Watch features that fix common iPhone problems
The iPhone is the most important device in many users’ lives, and it’s made even better with a paired Apple Watch. Here are three Apple Watch features that fix some common iPhone problems. more…
2024-12-26 16:42
Ghostrunner 2 is free to claim on the Epic Games Store today
The Epic Games Store has begun a giveaway for Ghostrunner 2. PC gamers can claim the cyber ninja action game for the next 24 hours. Read more...
2024-12-26 16:00
​​​​​​​Java Essentials For Dummies ($9.99 Value) free eBook download
This straightforward book gets right to the point—eliminating review material and wordy explanations—so you get what you need, fast. Read more...
2024-12-26 16:00
Is Microsoft and OpenAI's tech bromance fraying? The ChatGPT maker's GPT-4 model is "too slow and expensive" to meet Copilot 365 users' needs.
Microsoft might integrate new models into its Microsoft 365 Copilot service. However, the models won't be powered by OpenAI.
2024-12-26 15:58
The director of one of this year's best Xbox and PC games shares thoughts on a possible sequel
During an interview with Weekly Famitsu, the director of Atlus' recent JRPG smash hit, Metaphor: ReFantazio, shares his wishes on turning it into a long-running franchise.
2024-12-26 15:51
Severance season 2 is almost here, and you can watch the first 8 minutes now
One of Apple’s most anticipated returning series, Severance, is back with season 2 on January 17. Now, as a holiday treat for viewers, Apple TV+ has released the first eight minutes of the Severance season 2 premiere as a special preview. more…
2024-12-26 15:45
Nvidia GeForce NOW gains three final games to close the year
Nvidia's cloud gaming platform GeForce NOW is closing out 2024 by adding three more games to its supported list. Holiday sales are still active for the subscription service too. Read more...
2024-12-26 15:26
This new AirPods feature will have its biggest impact with iOS 18.4
AirPods Pro 3 aren’t here yet, nor are a proper AirPods Max 2, but this was a solid year for AirPods anyways thanks to and some strong software updates. One of my favorite new features this year, however, should have its biggest impact in the months ...
2024-12-26 15:03
Is the PowerA Fusion Pro 4 the best affordable controller for 'professional' gaming?
The PowerA Fusion Pro 4 is an impressive wired controller that delivers pro-level features at an affordable price.
2024-12-26 14:00
This could be a hint that Samsung may introduce two new Galaxy Ring sizes
Official support pages of two new Galaxy Ring sizes have gone live in the UK, and multiple other regions, confirming the addition. Read more...
2024-12-26 13:26
Bluesky launches 'Trending Topics' feature in beta
Bluesky introduces a global "trending topics" feature with personalized controls, setting itself apart from competitors like Threads. Read more...
2024-12-26 13:10
Meta Quest headsets seen as popular Christmas gifts as app soars to top of App Store
The Meta Quest line of AR and VR headsets appear to be popular Christmas gifts this year, as the Meta Horizon companion soars to the top of the iPhone App Store in the US region, and around the world. The uplift in demand is likely driven by the releas...
2024-12-26 12:54
Good news for T-Mobile Samsung users: 'Satellite networks' now appears in settings
Samsung users on T-Mobile notice a 'Satellite networks' option, paving the way for satellite texting support. Read more...
2024-12-26 12:34
KDE Enjoyed A Stellar 2024 With The Debut Of The Plasma 6 Desktop
The KDE desktop progress made over the course of 2024 was particularly stand-out thanks to the Plasma 6.0 debut near the beginning of the year and then Plasma 6.1 and 6.2 further stabilizing and polishing this open-source desktop. It was a very fine ye...
2024-12-26 12:30
The Performance Benefits Of Linux 6.12 LTS Over Linux 6.6 LTS
Linux 6.12 was recently promoted to being this year's Long Term Support (LTS) kernel with it being the last major kernel release of 2024. For those enterprise Linux users, hyperscalers, and others typically jumping from one annual LTS kernel to the nex...
2024-12-26 11:30
Hands on: Microsoft is building an AI Shell for Windows 11 command line
Microsoft recently announced the public preview of AI Shell, a command-line utility that brings generative AI capabilities directly to Windows PowerShell. We tested the feature on Windows 11. The post Hands on: Microsoft is building an AI Shell for Win...
2024-12-26 10:06