Apple has seeded the release candidate for iOS 26.2 to developers. The update includes a recalibrated Sleep Score system, AI features for Podcasts, and a handful of other tweaks across the system.
Venmo experienced a widespread outage Wednesday night, leaving users unable to send or receive payments. The company confirmed it was “back up and running” after hours of problems but provided no details on the cause.
Microsoft has rolled out a partial, silent mitigation for a high-severity Windows shortcut vulnerability, CVE-2025-9491, that state hackers and crime gangs have exploited for years. The fix changes the UI but doesn’t remove malicious code or warn users, leading a third party to release a more aggres
ExpressVPN has rolled out two major updates. The new Fastest Location feature auto-connects to the optimal server, and the VPN provider has finally released a native app built specifically for macOS.
The Indian government has withdrawn a controversial mandate that would have required all smartphones to come with its Sanchar Saathi app pre-installed and non-removable. The reversal comes after intense criticism over privacy and state overreach.
A veteran tech journalist is predicting a major shift for the next version of Windows. Based on Microsoft’s history, Windows 12 could bring back locked-down app stores and introduce subscription fees for power users.
Microsoft has overhauled its official list of processors supported by Windows 11, but the new format is causing headaches. Instead of listing specific Intel CPUs like the Core i7-8700K, it now only shows processor series, which can be misleading. This leaves some officially supported chips, like the
Microsoft has officially retired its Mesh 3D collaboration platform. The standalone app is gone, signaling a major pullback from its workplace metaverse dreams.
Developer Pixelity is running focus group tests for its upcoming Evangelion XR game trilogy later this month. Fans can apply now for a chance to participate in the limited playtests.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has declared a “code red,” pushing all resources to improve ChatGPT. This comes as Google’s Gemini 3 beats it on benchmarks and its user base grows to 650 million. The pressure is officially on.
