The iPhone gets a refreshed UI with Liquid Glass in iOS 26, extending across all Apple operating systems
Also: new call and messaging functions, Mac-like multitasking for iPadOS
GOG adds official mod support, offering one-click installs for select games
"Mods aren't just fan content, they're part of how games survive"
macOS Tahoe refreshes the Mac with Liquid Glass design and on-device intelligence
Apple reimagines its desktop OS with visual flair, tighter iPhone integration, and built-in AI tools
Apple's WWDC 2025 kicks off today, watch the keynote live
iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, big redesigns and fresh features expected
Linux Foundation steps in with neutral solution to WordPress crisis
"Please stop fighting, you pesky WP children"
Editor's take: The fight between WordPress and WP Engine could bring the entire WP community to an unprecedented breakup. It's why the Linux Foundation is trying to avoid the worst-case scenario with an alternative platform for distributing and sharing WP-related content.
Google speeds up Chrome, but its RAM appetite stays about the same
Once again, the world's most popular browser breaks its own speed record, but will still tap your RAM reserves
Free tax filing tool Direct File is getting the open source treatment
Ensuring the software's survival
FDA claims victory with "Elsa" AI tool launch, but insiders call it half-baked
Why it matters: It was only a matter of time before governments jumped aboard the AI hype train. The US government has a lousy track record when it comes to rolling out tech projects – remember the Affordable Care Act website fiasco? Now, it is launching a new LLM, and early signs suggest the tool is rushed and unfinished.
ChatGPT now integrates with Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, SharePoint, and OneDrive
ChatGPT can summarize files from your cloud storage and record meetings
Arm says new Zena platform can cut car development time by 50%
Cloud-based tools and integrated system designs aim to modernize how vehicles are built
RawTherapee is a powerful free Lightroom alternative loved by photographers
RawTherapee is a powerful and free RAW photo editor, offering a compelling alternative to Adobe Lightroom. It features an advanced suite of tools designed to help users produce stunning images. While its interface may seem complex at first, RawTherapee is a favorite among photography enthusiasts and pros.
Epic's Tim Sweeney never expected Fortnite to be banned 5 years from Apple's app store
He initially expected Fornite would only be off for a few weeks
Stunning new Witcher 4 footage runs at 60fps on standard PS5 with ray tracing
Unreal Engine 5.6 is now available with new features
Unreal Engine 5.6 improves performance, animation tools, and MetaHuman integration
Unreal Engine 5.6 brings significant upgrades that empower developers to create high-fidelity open worlds. Key enhancements include smoother 60 FPS gameplay, optimized Lumen global illumination, a new fast geometry streaming plugin, upgraded animation tools, and full in-engine MetaHuman creation.
Builder.ai collapses after revelation that its "AI" was hundreds of engineers
Billion-dollar implosion exposes the perils of AI hype
Cutting corners: Builder.ai promised to revolutionize software development with artificial intelligence – and convinced deep-pocketed investors it had. Backed by Microsoft and valued at $1.5 billion, the startup masked manual labor as machine learning until the facade crumbled, leaving behind lawsuits, layoffs, and one of the industry's most embarrassing collapses.
Apple has under 30 days to comply with EU rules or face daily fines
Tech standoff: Apple resists EU push to open up App Store
The big picture: Apple and the European Commission are locked in a standoff over how tech firms should be regulated – a conflict being closely watched by the tech industry, app developers, and consumer advocates. The outcome could set a precedent for how digital marketplaces operate, not only in Europe but globally, as other jurisdictions consider similar measures to promote competition and curb the power of tech giants.
Classic 1993 Star Wars X-Wing gets new life with Unity engine mod, modern graphics
Mod brings enhanced controls, dynamic music, VR, and visual upgrades to the beloved classic
Microsoft stops nagging Windows users to make Edge the default browser, but only in Europe
*Everyone suddenly moves to Europe*
Unlock your productivity with Microsoft Office 2024, now $129 for a lifetime license
New Office upgrades Excel and Word, and more
ShareX hits version 17 with improved capture features
While the Snipping Tool has improved over time and remains a simple option, ShareX is a more powerful screen capture utility, ideal if you need more advanced features like screen recording, OCR functionality, and, as of version 17, QR code scanning support.
RTX 3060 reclaims top spot in Steam survey, 5060 Ti enters chart as Blackwell cards surge
AMD's CPU share also reached a record high
Java turns 30 and shows no signs of slowing down
Three decades on, Java remains a cornerstone of the software world
Notepad gets bold, italics, and Markdown support in latest update
Notepad is becoming more like a word processor
Gmail now shows AI-generated summaries by default on mobile
Gemini will decide when AI summaries are useful, typically for long threads