Steam Link app update adds AV1 codec, HDR support, and more for enhanced streaming
Broader Android compatibility and better streaming options
PyPIM is a new method to execute Python code directly in RAM
The bleeding edge: In-memory processing is a fascinating concept for a new computer architecture that can compute operations within the system's memory. While hardware accommodating this type of processing is still in early development, researchers have already proposed a software approach that can effectively leverage the hardware.
Steam drops support for Windows 7 and 8 with latest update
You'll need to upgrade to Windows 10 or 11 to continue using Steam
GIMP 3.0 hits RC stage, features a reworked UI, backend, and an updated toolset
Popular and free Photoshop alternative GIMP is nearing the release of its stable 3.0 version (after two decades of 2.x). This version introduces a refreshed logo, enhanced stroke selection options, and multiple quality-of-life improvements.
Nvidia kills GeForce Experience, Nvidia App 1.0 goes live
No login required, faster, new features
What just happened? GeForce Experience is dead – long live the Nvidia App! Starting today, Nvidia is rolling out version 1.0 of the Nvidia App, officially bringing it out of beta. Nvidia says version 1.0 is now fully ready to replace GeForce Experience, with all of its features migrated into the new app. This marks the first step toward creating a single, unified application that will eventually replace both GeForce Experience and the Nvidia Control Panel.
VMware Workstation and Fusion now free for all, including commercial users
Starting today, VMware Workstation and VMware Fusion are available for free on both personal and commercial environments. This shift means VMware has discontinued its paid Pro versions, and the free applications now include all the features previously available in the Pro versions.
Signal Messenger introduces reusable call links
Signal's new call links eliminate the need to create groups beforehand. Instead, users can simply generate a link that can be shared. These links are reusable, and group calls can accommodate up to 50 people.
Mislabeled patch sends Windows Server 2022 admins on unwanted upgrade to 2025
No easy rollback or official downgrade path available
Apple brings High Power Mode to M4 MacBook Pro and Mac mini models
A performance boost for intensive workloads
Telegram desktop app is now available for Windows on Arm
Telegram has released its first official build for Arm-based PCs. This new Windows version also resolves issues with video playback cutoffs caused by recompression and enhances video message recording on macOS.
You can streamline Windows 11 unattended installs with this script, sidestep installation requirements
No more forced account activations or TPM chip restrictions while installing Windows 11
Latest Windows 11 preview build features improved x86-64 emulation for games and apps
Prism layer technology for emulating the x86 ISA on Arm systems is getting better
Even good old Notepad is getting AI text editing
Microsoft will limit cloud-based AI use with a credit balance system
Sony has an idea for a gameplay rewind button, but it's not what everybody thinks
You can rewind video of your gameplay, not the gameplay itself
Babbel is down to $129 for a lifetime subscription
This offer for a lifetime of language lessons is only good through November 5
Mozilla is laying off 30% of staff, still laser focused on its broader targets
Rock Bottom: Mozilla recently embarked on a significant workforce restructuring effort, laying off 30 percent of its employees in the process. The Firefox maker hopes the changes will allow them to become more agile in order to better navigate the challenging technology landscape.
Steam Game Recording feature rolls out for all users
Steam Game Recording is now officially available to all users, allowing PC, Mac, and Steam Deck players to record and share audio and video from their games. Additionally, this Steam update is the first to discontinue support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.
PowerToys adds "Image to text" conversion to Advanced Paste tool
PowerToys 0.86 introduces a cleaner UI by grouping utilities in the navigation panel. While no new tools have been added, the Advanced Paste feature gains new "Image to Text" and "Paste to File" options, supporting text, PNG, and HTML.
Sony reveals lineup of 55 games enhanced for the PlayStation 5 Pro's faster hardware at launch
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 among PS5 Pro enhanced games
FFmpeg developers claim 94x speed boost using handwritten AVX-512 code
Parallel processing on modern x86 computers can really do wonders
Android malware intercepts calls to banks, redirecting victims to fraudulent numbers
"FakeCall" variants have many new sophisticated features
AMD aims to catch up to Nvidia's DLSS with "neural supersampling"
The company wants to handle upscaling and denoising with a single AI model
Meet KolibriOS, the lightweight OS that can even boot from a 1.44MB floppy
The alternative CD version even comes bundled with games like Doom and Wolfenstein
Windows 11 reaches 35% market share, but Windows 10 still leads by a wide margin
It took three years, but users are warming up to Microsoft's latest OS