Winamp source code released, but with significant restrictions
You can read the code, but you cannot fork it
Monster Hunter Wilds recommends frame generation to reach 60fps at 1080p, requires 140 GB storage
First upscaling, and now reliance on frame generation threatening to become a standard?
Huawei will replace Windows with homegrown HarmonyOS in upcoming PCs
Big if True: Huawei officially launched the first version of HarmonyOS in 2019, debuting it alongside the company's Honor Smart TVs. Now, the Chinese conglomerate is reportedly ready to take its ambitious project for a fully independent operating system to the next level.
MKBHD is getting cancelled over $12/month wallpaper app, ad overload, and excessive permissions
Marques has promised to address the complaints, but not the price
A hot potato: Marques Brownlee, aka MKBHD, has long been one of those rare tech YouTubers who remains universally liked by fans. But his popularity has been put to the test after he released a wallpaper app with a $12 per month/$50 per year premium option that users say has excessive ads and asks for too many permissions. Now, Marques says he will be addressing these issues; but the pricing isn't going to change.
Software fixes now account for over 20% of car recalls
These recalls will only increase as more software-defined vehicles enter the market
Stardew Valley creator says he treats PC updates like a "beta test"
Releasing updates on PC is far quicker than on consoles and mobile
Hacker miraculously gets an Intel 4004 to run Linux, takes about five days to boot
It's more art piece than computer
WTF?! A well-known hacker has done the impossible. He got a stripped-down version of Linux to run on a 4-bit Intel chip from the early 1970s. Sure, it takes nearly five days for the kernel to boot, but hey, mission accomplished.
Kaspersky customers in the US complain about receiving unsolicited security software replacement
The Russian software company has been forced to retire from the US market
X is changing the block function, allowing blocked users to see public posts
And people are not happy about it
New "fair source" movement aims to bridge the gap between open source and proprietary licensing
Open source software isn't profitable enough and "proprietary" has negative associations
Modders negate God of War Ragnarök PSN requirement after a brief review bombing
It only takes two DLL files to play PSN-free
Apple's latest macOS update is causing headaches for security programs
Break different: Apple recently released the latest version of macOS, but things aren't going smoothly for Sequoia. The operating system is reportedly causing serious compatibility issues for security tool vendors, and it appears Cupertino was aware that the OS wasn't fully ready for prime time.
Windscribe is a free VPN that helps you access geo-restricted content
Windscribe allows you to hide your IP address and encrypt your online activity, ensuring private browsing while also giving access to blocked content. It's a good free VPN to have handy if you need it casually. It supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and browser extensions.
Thunderbird e-mail client will soon stop supporting older Windows and macOS releases
Very few people are using the mail client on Windows 7
Microsoft Edge will show you which extensions are slowing you down, impacting performance
The experiment should start rolling out to Edge Canary soon
Valve appears to be testing ARM64 and Android gaming support for Steam on Linux
Showing Valve's ongoing investment in Linux
Android versions used to be named after dessert foods. They were also released...
Android 1.0 was released in September 2008 under the codename "Alpha," perhaps unsurprisingly, v1.1 was titled "Beta."
Microsoft's Copilot key remapping option comes with a frustrating limitation
A long-awaited customization option, with a catch
In a nutshell: If you're one of the many Windows 11 users who hasn't exactly fallen in love with Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant, you'll be glad to know the company is finally giving you a way to make better use of that dedicated Copilot key in newer laptops.
Real-time Linux has been integrated into the main kernel following two decades of development
A potential game-changer for industrial automation and safety-critical systems
Microsoft introduces the Windows App to access your Windows PC from anywhere
The Windows App allows you to access your Windows PC, Azure Virtual Desktop, or Remote Desktop from almost any device. It is available for Windows, Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Android devices. The app supports multiple monitors, USB redirection, and customizable home screens, though it is currently limited to Microsoft work and school accounts.
Microsoft clarifies Windows 11 version 24H2 won't release in October
Windows 11 24H2 is already available to recent Surface owners
GTA V declared "unsupported" on Steam Deck following BattlEye anti-cheat update
Even though the game is massively popular on the handheld
Discord introduces passwordless logins, end-to-end encryption for calls
Discord is introducing passwordless login through biometric passkeys, such as Face ID and Touch ID. Also, Discord is migrating audio and video calls (but not text messaging) to a new system that features end-to-end encryption by default.
Windows XP was released in October 2001, when did Microsoft end support for the OS?
Windows XP end of life... how long did it last?
