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SoftwareThe Atari VCS saga will come to an end next year when its software store closes
Following a decade long saga of delays, name changes, and Atari having to assure backers of a crowdfunding campaign that its retro console wasn't…
Many developers are using AI just to show off to their boss — as most fear they'll lose their job if they don't use it
Half of developers working in businesses whichhave adopted AI say they’re only using it to impress managers, and using it is…
Don’t Expect Every New Googlebook App to Play Nice With Intel Chips
ARM-based Googlebooks may have a cleaner launch experience than the Intel variety.
Google admits some 'complex' Android apps run poorly on Intel Googlebooks
Android app compatibility on Googlebooks may not be as smooth as previously stated.
Does antivirus software still slow down your PC in 2026? We tested the top security software to find out
We put modern security suites to the test across synthetic benchmarks and demanding PC games to see if the age-old PC slowdown…
SoftwareWhy don't more developers "use the platform"?
For years, advocates for web standards, performance, and accessibility have implored web developers to “use the platform”. I’ve often been one of…
Angler’s Pokedex: Youth build free app to help identify and log Singapore’s fish
SINGAPORE - Despite its busy straits, Singapore’s position near one of the world’s most biodiverse marine areas has allowed it to…
Apple removes Bitchat app from India App Store 'after government order'
In a significant move, Apple has removed the decentralised messaging app Bitchat from its India App Store. This action follows a…
iPhone 18 Pro Max can’t call or text on AT&T? Apple will replace it for free
Some iPhone 18 Pro Max phones on AT&T are stuck in SOS mode. Two updates can prevent it, but affected phones need replacing.
Meta wants your next gadget to be Muse-infused
Meta wants Muse in your TV and your toaster, so it's giving the code away for free.
SoftwareSanders introduces bill to ban the federal government from using Flock
The proposed legislation would extend to all automotica license plate readers.
DoorDash says its new drone can get food to you in under five minutes
DoorDash has revealed more details of its drone program, while Amazon is facing noise complaints over its drones.
SoftwareMeet Neurable One, the all-new focus aid headphones with 'brain data banking'
Dr. Ramses Alcaide, Neurable CEO, explains why brain health is key — and that our cognitive data is still a very well-kept secret
iPhone 18 Pro Max stuck in SOS mode? Try AT&T’s urgent fix ASAP
Some iPhone 18 Pro Max users can’t call or text. AT&T is telling them to update immediately.
SoftwareInsta360 just turned its action cameras into free 3D scanners —here's how
Insta360 has launched Spatial Capture, a free feature that uses 3D Gaussian Splatting to turn short 360 videos into explorable 3D models of indoor…
The Pocket Advance nearly perfects my favorite Nintendo handheld
Although I count the original Game Boy as one of my first tech obsessions, I still consider Nintendo’s Game Boy Advance to be my…
SoftwarePhoton held a funeral for mobile apps. Now it has $4.5M to help replace them with agents.
The startup helps developers build AI agents that work over iMessage, SMS/RCS, email, and other messaging platforms. It's a bet that consumers will…
Google announces Gemini 4 Argon AI model, but you can't use it yet
So much for Gemini 3.5 Pro.
Software‘Launching an app shouldn’t mean learning how to host’: GoDaddy has launched Node.js hosting
Launching a web app just got easier thanks to GoDaddy’s new hosting product
AI-powered app maker Wabi pivots to a messaging experience
Wabi is repositioning its prompt-based app builder as a personal AI agent that can create interfaces on demand, combining chat,…
SoftwareNvidia launches new AI safety program designed at stopping models escaping their sandboxes
Nvidia admits telling agents not to do something isn't enough – so it's implementing software and hardware safeguards.
Gemini Live vs. ChatGPT Voice: Which AI offers a more natural conversation?
Speaking with an AI chatbot can be a little awkward, but companies like Google and OpenAI are working on fixing that.
SoftwareApple's Siri AI Can Be Swapped Out for Claude, ChatGPT, Code Shows
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Car owners want tech they can ignore
Automakers keep shoving more tech into their cars, despite evidence that consumers are increasingly fed up with huge screens and…
SoftwareATM Flaws Reveal Key Weaknesses in the Software Supply Chain
A security researcher discovered nine vulnerabilities impacting ATM encryption and authentication software. But the problems extend far beyond your…
a16z creates a $1.1B ‘Machine Age’ fund to ‘accelerate the physical buildout of AI’
The firm, known for its focus on software, is going to start throwing more money at the hardware behind AI.
SoftwareHugging Face is selling a cute $399 open-source duck robot, Microduck
Hugging Face is taking orders for the Microduck, a $399 tiny open-source duck robot that developers can train at home out of the box.
How to sideload Android apps on your phone in 2026 - and what's behind the changes
If you're into installing Android apps outside the Google Play Store, you should be aware that the process has changed and now…
SoftwareThe Google Pixel 11 Pro Still Has the Best Display for Gaming, but Other Troubles Emerge
An underpowered Tensor chip and odd game glitches keep the Pixel 11 Pro from nabbing the top spot on our gaming phone rankings.
Nvidia’s GeForce NOW exits beta on Linux with improved cloud gaming performance
Nvidia's GeForce NOW native Linux app exited beta after seven months, adding faster streaming, Chromebook support, and nine new…
SoftwareApple’s CEO Hints That Heavy Use of Siri AI Could Cost You
Apple’s already raising prices on products and services. Is Siri next?
Google reveals Gemini Robotics 2.0, promising improved dexterity and safety
Gemini Robotics 2 includes three models, but only one is publicly available right now.
SoftwareHow I free up Windows disk space and shred sensitive data for free with open-source BleachBit
Running low on hard disk space or just want to get rid of junk files? The free BleachBit utility can easily handle that assignment. Here's why it…
Google Play is expanding age confirmation tools for app developers
The Age Signals API will be available globally before the end of the year.
SoftwareHint, a new AI startup co-founded by Martha Stewart, offers an AI assistant for homeowners
AI home management startup Hint, co-founded by Martha Stewart, wants to become an “AI for your home,” combining property records, maintenance…
Is your smart TV a secret proxy? LG to suspend rogue apps, Samsung sets impacted too
One of your smart TV's apps could be relaying someone else's internet traffic. Here's how to check if you're affected.
SoftwareApple Will 'Watch Everything Burn' When the AI Bubble Bursts
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Nvidia, Microsoft launch open AI security alliance — without OpenAI, Google, or Anthropic
Nvidia on Monday said it is joining forces with Microsoft, SpaceX, IBM, and other tech companies to build and share open-source…
SoftwareYou can finally install Windows on the Steam Machine, for reasons only you understand - Digital Trends
For years, one of the biggest requests from Steam Machine owners has been official Windows support. Valve has finally delivered. The company has…
Acti puts AI agents directly into your smartphone keyboard
Acti is betting the smartphone keyboard is the next home for AI assistants. The startup's new keyboard for iOS and Android works…
SoftwareInternet down? 3 ways I use an old Android phone as a backup connection for my home router
I needed a way to connect my phone to my router, and have it work reliably. Turns out, I have 3 options (and I saved the best for last).
I tested two of the best location-sharing apps for a month - this one was most accurate
Surfshark's HeyPolo is taking on the popular Life360. Here's how this latest contender in the location-sharing space competes.
SoftwareDigital sovereignty at the UN: Inside the global push to replace US cloud giants with open-source tech
Digital sovereignty emerged as the defining theme of this year's UN Open Source Week, with many arguing that open source is now core critical…
Garmin's big software update is inbound, but these older watches will miss out — see if your Forerunner, Fenix, or Vivoactive is on the list
Owners of relatively recent Garmin watches may be disappointed to learn that they don't get the new features in the Q2 update.
Software“AI is now useful”: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang thinks a new era for AI is here - and its partnership with Microsoft could be key for achieving it
Now that AI is actually proving useful, more and more of us will actually benefit, Nvidia CEO says.
Microsoft’s first advanced reasoning AI is here
Microsoft announced a bunch of new in-house AI models at Build 2026, including a new "flagship" model: MAI-Thinking-1. It's an…
SoftwareI tried gaming on Android Auto and found 4 apps that made car downtime less boring
In addition to the built-in Gamesnacks, these titles will help time move more quickly when you're parked.
Microsoft could be the next Big Tech antitrust target
Over the past several years, Microsoft has largely managed to withstand populist calls to break up Big Tech while peers faced…
SoftwareFortnite is back on the App Store worldwide as Epic and Apple’s battle enters its final phase - Digital Trends
After years of legal battles, platform bans, and public clashes over app store fees, Fortnite is officially returning to Apple’s App Store worldwide.…
How the internet’s favorite squirrel dad made the hottest camera app of 2026
It's not hyperbole to call DualShot Recorder an overnight sensation. It took only 12 hours from the time it was released to hit…
SoftwareSevere Linux Copy Fail security flaw uncovered using AI scanning help
Nearly every Linux distribution released since 2017 is currently vulnerable to a security bug called "Copy Fail" that allows any user to give…
'PIN and data remain encrypted at rest': This unhackable offline device is quietly solving a problem most companies don’t realize is about to cost them everything
Apricorn’s 32TB encrypted drive removes the host computer from security processes, reducing software-based attack exposure while…
SoftwareDental practice software maker fixes bug that exposed patients’ medical records
The security bug is now fixed, but the patient who found it said it was challenging to alert the software company about the issue.
Apple Reportedly Plans Major Camera AI Overhaul in iOS 27
Another update may help iPhone users switch quickly between photo, video and portrait modes.
SoftwareBMW i Ventures has a new $300M fund and AI is riding shotgun
BMW i Ventures is interested in startups working on agentic AI and physical AI, as well as industrial software, advanced materials, and manufacturing…
This updated open-source app makes it easier to use your AirPods with Android — just in time for the rumored AirPods Ultra
You can now do more with AirPods wirelessly connected to Android devices, thanks to this clever app.
SoftwareProton VPN's promises post-quantum groundwork, Stealth for Linux, and slick new app releases
Proton VPN has unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 roadmap, promising a major new WireGuard codebase, the Stealth protocol for Linux users, and advanced…
The MacBook Neo is moonlighting as a Windows gaming machine, and it’s doing it well - Digital Trends
Apple didn’t position its most affordable MacBook as a gaming machine. The MacBook Neo, a budget-leaning laptop that runs on…
SoftwareGoogle is pushing AI video into ordinary life — just as OpenAI pulls Sora back
Google has launched its AI Plus subscription in 35 countries, including the U.S., bundling enhanced AI tools, cloud storage, and video generation…
Google's Gemma 4 model goes fully open-source and unlocks powerful local AI - even on phones
Now open-source under Apache 2.0, Gemma 4 brings offline, multimodal AI to servers, phones, and Raspberry Pi - giving developers…
SoftwareChatGPT comes to Apple CarPlay but only if you are willing to talk to a robot
Recent Apple iOS update introduces ChatGPT to the CarPlay environment for the first time
'What if the AI agent you just deployed was secretly working against you?': Vertex AI 'double agent' flaw exposes customer data and Google's internal code
Misconfigured AI agents can lead to data disclosure and other risks.
SoftwaremacOS 26.4 is out now with subtle upgrades and a big hint about the future - Digital Trends
Apple has officially rolled out macOS Tahoe 26.4, and while it’s not a flashy update, it brings a handful of useful tweaks and improvements.
Buy a game once, play it on your Android phone and PC - Digital Trends
Google might finally have a fix for one of the more frustrating parts of modern gaming. You could soon buy a game on your phone…
SoftwareFortnite returns to the Google Play Store after a long wait for Android phones - Digital Trends
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney confirms Fortnite will return to Google Play soon while Epics own mobile store continues supporting Android. The post…
The ‘European’ Jolla Phone Is an Anti-Big-Tech Smartphone
The Finnish company Jolla is back with the Linux-powered Jolla Phone. It's being positioned as an antidote to the US-dominated…
SoftwareFord issues safety warning for over 4.3 million vehicles — as a software glitch sparks one of the biggest recalls for years
Ford issues a massive recall that could affect 4.4 million cars, as software gremlin makes towing unsafe.
Apple Says iPhone and iPad Are Approved to Handle Some Classified Data
No assembly required.
SoftwareMicrosoft’s shift could affect your next console purchase - Digital Trends
Seamus Blackley, one of the original architects of the Xbox brand, has expressed serious concerns about the future of console gaming at Microsoft…
Your next Xbox might not even be made by Microsoft - Digital Trends
The next generation of Xbox may not be just one console sitting under your TV. According to reports from Windows Central,…
SoftwareXbox Cloud Gaming Ad-Supported Tier: When Does It Start, How Much Will It Cost and More
Ads could remove the sting of Xbox Game Pass price hikes, but will it be worth it?
OpenAI brings its Codex coding app to Mac, with new multi-agent abilities included
Since last spring, OpenAI has offered Codex. What started life as the company's response to Claude Code is becoming something…
SoftwareSonos' first new hardware since app debacle targets your most complex audio setup
The Amp Multi is built to accommodate a web of Sonos' architectural speakers, and its functionality will rely entirely on the Sonos app.
Forget Google Search: I found a search tool that doesn't track me or push AI - and it gets better
YaCy is fully private and can be installed on Linux, Mac, and Windows PCs. Here's my experience so far, and how to use it…
SoftwareNvidia Shield TV software updates are going to keep coming – and we might even see a new device one day
Nvidia exec Andrew Bell has been talking about the Shield TVThe streaming device first launched back in 2015Updates are continuing, and we just might…
Nvidia just gave gamers another reason to switch to Linux — a shiny new GeForce Now app
Linux desktop PCs and laptops now have a full official app, rather than the previous handheld-focused offering.