Operating Systems

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
Out-of-warranty battery replacements for iPhone 16 Pro models will cost you more in the US
Apple has increased the price of out-of-warranty battery replacements for the iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max models. Read more...
2024-09-16 12:40
Apple Watch blood pressure feature delayed by Series 10 design – Gurman
A long-awaited Apple Watch blood pressure feature has been delayed by the design changes introduced in the Series 10, according to a new report. The report doesn’t give any specific explanation, but says that Apple ran into issues when testing the he...
2024-09-16 12:35
Intel reportedly misses out on $30 billion PlayStation 6 chip deal
Intel has reportedly lost the opportunity to supply chips for Sony's PlayStation 6. Winning the major contract was expected to generate $30 billion in revenue for Intel over five years. Read more...
2024-09-16 12:24
6 non-AI features I'm excited about on Windows 11 version 24H2 (2024 Update)
Windows 11 version 24H2 brings several new features that don't come with AI integration, and in this guide, I will outline the best ones that everyone should know.
2024-09-16 12:00
Microsoft has scrapped Edge's big UI refresh with rounded tabs
Unveiled last year, Microsoft was working on a new look and feel for Edge that included rounded tabs and a heavier use of acrylic blur effects. Now, the company says this UI update is no longer coming.
2024-09-16 12:00
iOS 18 dark icons: why do some app icons not change color?
With iOS 18, Apple lets you customize the app icons on your iPhone and iPad. You can choose between light mode, dark mode, or tinted style appearance for your icons. However, when you choose dark mode icons, you may notice that not all of your icons ch...
2024-09-16 11:48
Idea Raised For Reducing The Size Of The AMDGPU Driver With Its Massive Header Files
Following the weekend news of the AMDGPU kernel driver becoming too large that it's causing the Plymouth boot splash screen on slower Linux systems to time-out, longtime AMD Linux graphics driver engineer Marek Olšák expressed a new idea for helping ...
2024-09-16 11:30
Model aims to combat misinformation by tracking trolls in real-time
Researchers from Texas Tech University have developed a machine learning model that detects Russian troll accounts on X with impressive accuracy, potentially improving misinformation management. Read more...
2024-09-16 11:06
Dating apps haven’t helped us find better partners, suggests research
You’d think that dating apps would help people find better partners, given that they allow daters to expand their dating pool beyond the people they meet organically, but new research suggests that isn’t the case. The research even suggests that on...
2024-09-16 11:02
Razer Wolverine V3 Pro vs. Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2: Which is best for you?
Razer Wolverine V3 Pro vs. Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2: We pit Razer and Xbox's most premium console and PC gaming controllers against each other in this epic show down. Examining ergonomics, sticks and controls, software, value for money, ...
2024-09-16 11:00
I put the Razer Wolverine V3 Pro wireless Xbox controller up against Xbox's own famed Elite Controller (Series 2) — Who will win?
Razer Wolverine V3 Pro vs. Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2: We pit Razer and Xbox's most premium console and PC gaming controllers against each other in this epic show down. Examining ergonomics, sticks and controls, software, value for money, ...
2024-09-16 11:00
"When you use the model, you save enormous amounts of energy" — NVIDIA CEO says they can't do graphics anymore without AI
NVIDIA's CEO has been talking all things AI, and there are some quotes which are particularly pertinent to PC gaming, and, surprisingly for AI, where it's more energy efficient.
2024-09-16 10:44
MX Linux 23.4 Released with Linux Kernel 6.10, Based on Debian 12.7
MX Linux 23.4 distribution is now available for download based on Debian GNU/Linux 12.7 “Bookworm” and powered by Linux kernel 6.10. Here's what's new! The post MX Linux 23.4 Released with Linux Kernel 6.10, Based on Debian 12.7 appeared first on 9...
2024-09-16 10:38
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: September 15th, 2024
The 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for September 15th, 2024, brings news about Linux 6.11, VirtualBox 7.1, Ubuntu 22.04.5 LTS, Ardour 8.7, Raspberry Pi Imager 1.9, Juno Tab 3 Linux tablet, KDE Plasma 6.2 beta, new Linux laptop, as well as all the latest dist...
2024-09-16 09:49
GNU Linux-libre 6.11 Makes Adaptations For Rust, Warns Of Hidden Binary Bits In v6.11
Building off yesterday's Linux 6.11 release, the GNU Linux-libre 6.11-gnu kernel is now available that is the downstream stripping out driver support/features depending upon closed-source microcode/firmware and other modifications in the name of softwa...
2024-09-16 09:32
Microsoft sends "Final Notice" before you lose Outlook access on third-party apps today
Microsoft has been sending "Final Notice" emails to users before they lose access to Outlook on third-party mail apps. Read more...
2024-09-16 09:16
AmpereOne Performance With GCC vs. LLVM Clang Compilers
While having the Supermicro ARS-211M-NR R13SPD server in the lab for AmpereOne benchmarking with the flagship AmpereOne A192-32X processor, I took the opportunity to run some fresh GCC vs. LLVM Clang compiler performance benchmarks on AArch64. Here are...
2024-09-16 08:42
Inviting testers for Git forge usecases
Following @t0xic0der and @humaton’s talk on the Git forge ARC (Advance Reconaissance Crew) investigation during Fedora Linux Release Party 40 and more recently, @humaton’s talk on the topic during Flock To Fedora 2024 – we have opened up our ...
2024-09-16 08:00
Dev pitches “settings scheduler” for Windows 11 PowerToys and it’s really useful
PowerToys for Windows 11 may soon allow you to automate settings scheduling, such as Wi-Fi turning on or off based on a timer. The settings scheduler also enables automatic switching to dark mode at specific times. The post Dev pitches “settings ...
2024-09-16 07:44