Operating Systems

New iPhones and iPads in Russia must ship with state-backed messaging app preinstalled
Earlier today, the Russian government announced a new rule requiring all phones and tablets to ship with MAX, its state-backed messenger app, preinstalled. Here are the details. more…
2025-08-21 22:51
This Windows 12.2 "next evolution" video puts Microsoft's Windows 11 to shame, featuring retro-classic themes like Windows 7 — without aggressively pushing Copilot AI on you
Concept designer AR 4789 dared to dream big, sharing his vision for the next evolution of Windows, Windows 12.2, which features nostalgic Windows 7 and Windows 10 themes with a less aggressive AI push.
2025-08-21 21:58
Bungie CEO Pete Parsons steps down, Justin Truman to lead studio
Sony-owned developer Bungie is going through a major leadership change as CEO and Studio Head Pete Parsons has left the company. Read more...
2025-08-21 21:54
Leaker shares alleged iPhone 17 TechWoven case colors
Leaker Majin Bu has been saying that Apple will ditch its failed FineWoven cases for TechWoven, “a new synthetic fabric with a more technical, less ‘luxury’ vibe.” Now, Bu has shared a few images that supposedly show the color lineup. Find them...
2025-08-21 21:39
Here are the changes Battlefield 6 is getting based on beta feedback and data
With the massive open beta weekends now behind it, Battlefield 6 developers have detailed what it plans to change as it prepares for launch. Read more...
2025-08-21 21:28
Bungie’s CEO is in the rearview, passing the torch to the next studio head — but the road ahead is foggy
Bungie CEO Pete Parsons is stepping down, with the iconic game developer now being led by Justin Truman.
2025-08-21 21:23
Microsoft brings Ubuntu 24.04 and TLS 1.3 support to SQL Server 2025 Preview
SQL Server 2025 preview now supports dev and test workloads in Ubuntu 24.04, along with the TLS 1.3 protocol. Read more...
2025-08-21 21:12
Xbox's Obsidian teases the Grounded 2 Tarantula boss — AXL looks absolutely horrifying
AXL is a towering Tarantula that's coming to Grounded 2, and Obsidian Entertainment has provided an official first-look.
2025-08-21 21:03
openSUSE Welcome Receiving Makeover
The familiar openSUSE-welcome window that greets millions of desktops is nearing retirement and a new approach will soon take its place. Rather than re-inventing the wheel, members of openSUSE’s release team have decided to tweak and refine existing ...
2025-08-21 21:00
Splitgate servers go down next week, but the developer has a plan to keep it playable
The multiplayer arena shooter with portals, Splitgate, is going dark next week as its dedicated servers go down. Developer 1047 Games has a plan to keep it alive, though. Read more...
2025-08-21 20:58
Gemini Live can now integrate with multiple Google apps for Workspace users
Gemini Live has got a new update, allowing the conversational mode to integrate with several Google apps. Read more...
2025-08-21 20:42
Apple details new App Store taxes and price changes in select countries
Apple is contacting developers about upcoming tax and price updates for a few countries, including Canada, Romania, and Brazil. Here are the details. more…
2025-08-21 20:35
Xbox app on Windows will soon let you install other storefronts through it
Microsoft is upgrading the Xbox app on Windows again, letting users install third-party applications, including other storefronts, directly from the library. Read more...
2025-08-21 20:26
Google launches dedicated Password Manager app for Android
Google has rolled out a new Android app, aiming to change how users access and manage their digital credentials. Read more...
2025-08-21 20:16
Microsoft protest over Israel ties leads to 18 arrests at Redmond campus — police say protesters “became aggressive”
At least 18 protesters were arrested at Microsoft headquarters after police said the group became aggressive during Israel genocide protests.
2025-08-21 20:14
Tech groups back Apple in fight over attorney–client privilege limits in Epic Games case
Two organizations filed a joint amicus brief, siding with Apple over a U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruling on attorney–client privilege limits in the Epic Games lawsuit. Here are the details. more…
2025-08-21 20:04
Paramount poaches key Apple TV+ exec
On the same day that Apple TV+ announced a 30% price rise, news has broken that one of its key TV execs is leaving the company. Creative executive Chris Parnell is leaving Apple and is joining Paramount+, per Deadline. Parnell joined Apple back in 2020...
2025-08-21 20:01
Get a lifetime of Scramble Cloud (2TB Storage) at 24% off
Scramble Cloud: End-to-End Encrypted. Made in Germany - Built for privacy. Read more...
2025-08-21 20:00
Battlefield 6 announces big changes after Open Beta weekends end, including one Call of Duty players will despise — but the devs aren't budging on one thing, despite feedback
Nearly a week after the end of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta weekends, the game's developers have announced changes being made based on fan feedback.
2025-08-21 19:54
New Apple TV 4K release date: Here’s when to expect the next model
Apple last updated its Apple TV 4K set-top box in late 2022. So when is the next model coming? The wait won’t be long. Here’s when to expect the new Apple TV 4K to launch. more…
2025-08-21 19:54