Operating Systems

SuperTuxKart 1.5 Beta Released with Benchmark Mode, UI Tweaks + More
It’s hallowe’en, and there’s a frightfully good treat waiting for fans of the free, open-source racing game SuperTuxKart – a new beta! The first beta of SuperTuxKart 1.5 offers an array of improvements, touching everything from the underlying g...
2024-10-31 18:47
SuperTuxKart 1.5 Beta Brings Benchmark Test, UI Tweaks + More
It’s hallowe’en, and there’s a frightfully good treat waiting for fans of the free, open-source racing game SuperTuxKart – a new beta! The first beta of SuperTuxKart 1.5 offers an array of improvements, touching everything from the underlying g...
2024-10-31 18:47
Google Maps gets Gemini-powered search and expansion to Immersive View
Google has announced some new features for Google Maps, including updates to the Immersive View and navigation interface and the addition of Gemini features that let you search in natural language. Read more...
2024-10-31 18:40
Ex-Meta VP Jay Parikh joins Microsoft
Microsoft has hired Jay Parikh, former CEO of Lacework and VP of Infrastructure at Meta, to join its senior leadership team. Read more...
2024-10-31 18:24
Missing this Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge deal would haunt and horrify you. Don't be tricked. Get yourself a treat.
Samung's Galaxy Book4 Edge is a premium laptop powered by a Snapdragon X processor. Right now, you can save $500 on the Snapdragon X Elite model with a 2.8K AMOLED display.
2024-10-31 18:14
M4 MacBook Air: Here’s everything that’s coming next
Apple has launched its first M4 Macs, but the most popular Mac wasn’t among them. The MacBook Air has not yet received an M4 chip. But here’s everything we know about when that upgrade’s coming, and what else to expect from the new model. more…
2024-10-31 18:05
Apex Legends pulls Linux and Steam Deck support to stop cheaters
EA and Respawn Entertainment are officially stopping Linux and Steam Deck players from accessing Apex Legends, citing cheating concerns. Read more...
2024-10-31 18:00
New M4 Mac mini, MacBook Pro, and iMac reactions
Benjamin and Chance react to this week’s trio of Apple announcements, with the exciting launch of the newly redesigned M4 Mac mini, and all the changes in the updated M4 MacBook Pro and iMac lineups.  And in Happy Hour Plus, we consider how successf...
2024-10-31 17:47
AMD releases new beta driver with Dragon Age: The Veilguard support
AMD has released a new beta driver with initial support for Dragon Age: The Veilguard and some fixes. Read more...
2024-10-31 17:46
LibreOffice 24.2.7 Is Out as the Last Update in the Series, Upgrade to LibreOffice 24.8
LibreOffice 24.2.7 is now available for download as the last update in the LibreOffice 24.2 office suite series with 57 bug fixes. Users are now urged to update to LibreOffice 24.8. The post LibreOffice 24.2.7 Is Out as the Last Update in the Series, U...
2024-10-31 17:40
OpenAI takes on Google Search with the new ChatGPT search experience
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Search, a new feature that allows users to access up-to-date information from the web directly within ChatGPT. Read more...
2024-10-31 17:34
ChatGPT Advanced Voice mode now available on macOS and Windows apps
OpenAI's Advanced Voice mode, which allows for voice interaction with ChatGPT, is now widely available on mobile and desktop platforms. Read more...
2024-10-31 17:30
DayZ creator announces a new space sim to take on Kerbal Space Program
After hiring developers from the original Kerbal Space Program and modders, Deal Hall's RocketWerkz is working on a "KSP killer" that's currently titled Kitten Space Agency. Read more...
2024-10-31 17:16
"$10 billion investment in OpenAI, and Copilot sucks compared to ChatGPT": Microsoft staffers and customers lament Copilot's warm and inviting update — a "step backward" and "absolutely ruined"
According to a new report, Microsoft staffers say the new Copilot update has ruined the experience and is a step backward compared to the previous version.
2024-10-31 16:52
This surprising Mac upgrade hints at big Apple Intelligence features coming
Apple’s big trio of M4 Mac announcements is over. But one of the week’s biggest surprises gives us a hint into what Apple has in store for the Mac’s future, especially in the realm of new Apple Intelligence features. more…
2024-10-31 16:48
Microsoft: Pay $30 to keep using Windows 10 securely if you hate Windows 11
With support for Windows 10 ending on October 14, 2025, Microsoft wants people to switch to Windows 11 or pay $30 to keep using Windows 10. You can upgrade to Windows 11 by updating your existing PC or buying new hardware. But what if you’re going to...
2024-10-31 16:33
Razer Kraken V3 X Wired USB Gaming Headset is available at a 28% discount
The Razer Kraken V3 X Wired USB Gaming Headset with Triforce 40mm Drivers, HyperClear Cardioid Mic, 7.1 Surround Sound, and more is available at a 28% discount on Amazon US. Read more...
2024-10-31 16:32
GeForce NOW gains Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Resident Evil 4, and more this week
BioWare's Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, VRChat, and more are joining the GeForce NOW supported games list this week. Read more...
2024-10-31 16:16
Dragon Age: The Veilguard — How to upgrade weapons, armor, and gear
Here's how you can upgrade your gear in Dragon Age: The Veilguard in order to take on different threats.
2024-10-31 16:09
Microsoft is making you pay to use Windows 10 securely after 2025. Here's how much it'll cost you
Microsoft has confirmed pricing for its extended support updates program for consumers looking to stay on Windows 10 beyond its end of support deadline next year.
2024-10-31 16:01