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Apple released the first developer beta of its forthcoming iOS 17.2 update yesterday. The update packs many new features and changes the company announced at its WWDC 2023 event. Earlier this week, Apple also released the final version of iOS 17.1 with some notable updates. In the latest beta of iOS 17.2, it has been confirmed that Apple has a 'pad-like' device that can update a sealed iPhone in the box wirelessly to the latest software version.

Starting this weekend, Hyundai is opening clinics in five US cities where drivers can take their vehicles for a software update it says will prevent the type of vehicle theft made popular on TikTok.

The PS5 just got another software update, and here's everything you need to know.

A new system software update for the PlayStation 5 has been released. Numbered at update 23.02-08.20.00.06, the update is a weighty one, coming in at 1.185GB. The update brings with it a few new features, including some fixes to the interface for users of the PlayStation VR2.

Over the last several years, numerous big-name video game developers and publishers have bought out other companies to try and bolster their game development ranks and ensure that gamers come to their systems to get certain titles. The money being thrown around to do such things has been in the double-digit billions, and it’s made many gamers’ eyes go wide in shock. For Microsoft, one of their biggest acquisition was getting Bethesda, which is one of the best developers on the planet in the eyes of many. Starfield was their most recent title and one that was exclusive to the Xbox Series X/S and PC, and Microsoft hoped it would deliver big numbers for them.

Voyager 2 is having a software update installed in a bid to keep the spacecraft operating for as long as possible.

It took a while, But Cisco is close to releasing a patch to fix a critical flaw in the company’s software that a hacking group has been actively exploiting. 

Following the tease of its upcoming "Meteor Lake" mobile processors, which incorporate dedicated silicon for local artificial intelligence (AI) processing, Intel has launched a booster initiative dubbed the AI PC Acceleration Program. In the leadup to Meteor Lake’s launch in December, this program aims to connect Intel with hardware and software makers looking to enhance their products with onboard AI technology.

Starfield was the best-selling game in the US in September, while PS5 was once again the leading console platform.

In the console war between Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft, there have always been “winners and losers” in every generation, and that’s just how this “war” goes. However, over the years, there have been certain “standouts” that each side has had that the others can’t seem to keep up with in one form or another. For example, Sony systems always seem to have the best graphics, Microsoft always has the best “services” like Live and Game Pass to help out gamers, and Nintendo has the best software overall. That’s proven by the Nintendo Switch, which has had TONS of releases this year alone.

Assassin's Creed Mirage added a deeply unpopular anti-piracy feature just hours before launch, and well after reviews had gone live.

Apple Inc. rolled out a software update Wednesday to address an overheating issue that plagued some early buyers of the iPhone 15 Pro line. The update, called iOS 17.0.3, is available as an over-the-air fix in the software update section of the iPhone settings app. The release notes say the update “provides important bug fixes, security updates, and addresses an issue that may cause iPhone to run warmer than expected.” The update was also released for older iPhones as well as iPads.

It’s a tradition that as hardware ages, companies will stop supporting it with new releases, and eventually online services shut down. It has been a slow death for the 3DS and the Wii U which had their eShops shut down this year. The next step in phasing out these devices will come in April 2024 when Nintendo shuts down online services for software on the platforms.

Nintendo will discontinue online services for 3DS and Wii U software in early April 2024, the company announced. A specific date will be announced at a later time.

Microsoft's Copilot feature is rolling out to users worldwide. You'd expect something like giving an AI assistant to a couple of hundred million users to have a glitch or two, and that's what's happening if you're an AMD user with customized Adrenalin software settings.

The Dark Souls: Roleplaying Game Source Book makes it easy to piece together a tabletop adventure that's just as punishing as the video game.

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has outlined Nintendo Switch’s longevity, and it’s a whole lot longer than you probably expect.

Since its release, Microsoft Office has been the leading office suite for home, student, and business. Microsoft Office features a set of flagship products designed to make your work easier and more professional. There are different versions of the product, depending on your needs, and not all of the versions have the exact same apps and capabilities. Home and Student is designed for individuals who need essential Office applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for personal use. It is perfect for creating basic documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, and is a great choice for students and home users. For those who need additional functionality, the Home and Business edition of Microsoft Office 2021 includes all the same core programs as Home and Student but adds Outlook for email and contact management. This version is great for small business owners who need to ease their work and keep all their communication in one spot. If you need even more advanced features, the Professional edition of Office 2021 is designed for big businesses and corporations. It includes all the same programs as Home and Business but also adds Access and Publisher for database management and desktop publishing.

French authorities have received a software update from Apple for its iPhone 12 and are reviewing it as a fix for a radiation issue, a source at the French digital ministry told Reuters on Tuesday.

The latest release is called tiny11 version 23H2, which is based on Windows 11. This version aims to provide a lightweight alternative for users who have already transitioned to Windows 11 but still want a more minimalistic and efficient operating system. Tiny 11 skirts some of Microsoft's minimum requirements. For example, you can easily install it on machines without a TPM, with less than 4 GB of RAM, or without Secure Boot enabled. As its name implies, tiny11 is a lean and mean version of Windows 11, which seeks to cut out the fat without removing any meat. It is worth exploring the new customization options available to those who want to remix tiny11 23H2.

Yesterday, Google started pushing the September security update to all supported Pixel devices, and the Pixel 4a was missing from the list of phones that received the event. Today, we have an official confirmation that the software support for the 2020 device has finally come to an end, with the last update being the one released in August 2023.

From the looks of it, legendary development studio id Software is working on a new version of its proprietary game engine - id Tech 8.

When anti-piracy software Denuvo is removed from a game days before its release date, it's usually because pirates cracked an early access version. Not so with Payday 3. It's due to release on September 21st, but its developers have decided to handle things themselves.

Apple is planning to release a software update for the iPhone 12 in France to alleviate fears over electromagnetic radiation emissions being too high.

To prevent the iPhone 12 from being banned in France, Apple is reportedly working to release a software update that is said to bring down the radiation levels to accommodate the request of French regulators. Before being officially released back in 2020, it was reported that Apple knew about this problem and instructed its employees to stay quiet about the whole thing. It does not appear that there will be any legal repercussions against the California-based giant this time.

Sony has released a new PlayStation 4 system software update.

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Sony Interactive Entertainment has released the latest software update for PlayStation 5, which adds new accessibility features, new audio options, new ways to connect with other players, support for larger-capacity M.2 SSDs, and more.

A new PlayStation 5 system software update is rolling out today, introducing various new features and options, such as new audio and accessibility options.

Let the Bloodborne 2 speculation begin.

Microsoft is set to make third-party printer drivers and utilities a thing of the past for Windows users.

Tesla has dropped the price of its full self-driving beta software.

From Software has confirmed it is «investigating» a save issue that is affecting Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon's PC players.

It’s a week since the successful launch of Armored Core 6, and already the internet has been flooded with some of the most amazing mech creations. Some issues have also unfortunately arisen, and they could potentially affect your save game.

From Software has said it’s investigating save data issues some Armored Core 6 players are encountering on PC.

It's no secret that a career in software engineering is a one-way ticket to wealth, and a new study from Blind shows just how much Big Tech employees are raking in.

TechRadar Gaming is reporting live from Gamescom 2023 on the latest and greatest developments in gaming and hardware.

AMD has just rolled out its brand new Radeon Software Adrenalin 23.8.2 WHQL drivers which offers a huge boost to GPU performance in Starfield.

OpenAI had the field to itself when it initially rolled out ChatGPT and made all the right noises about artificial intelligence. It grabbed the spotlight and looked to have stolen a march on its rivals. However, that time has passed and increasingly, the tech majors are stealing away its market share and launching competing tools that have been taking the world by storm. The latest to do so is Meta Platforms. 

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Today, Denuvo parent company Irdeto announced that its Switch Emulation Protection software is available on the Nintendo Developer Portal (NDP) as an officially licensed middleware.

Paytm is investing in Al to build artificial General Intelligence software stack, founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma said in the latest annual report and also outlined the India opportunity, the fintech firm's commitment to serve the market and build a long-term profitable business.

ID Software's co-founder John Carmack made a return to this year's QuakeCon after exiting the company in 2013 following legal battles. 

Tekken 8 director Katsuhiro Harada has taken to Twitter to confirm that the upcoming fighting game will not include anti-piracy software Denuvo. The director stated that the development team will not be bringing the DRM to the game.

Vendor Note: All these keys are legal versions. The low price of these keys is due to the fact that they are usually sold in bulk to vendors who have then resold the keys. This resale practice has been legalized by the European Court of Justice.

Is your smartphone too distracting and you need something to balance your digital time? Then we have found just the right solution for you as Nokia has brought the new version of the Nokia 130 and Nokia 150. It might give you flashbacks to the days when we used to play snake games and when life was easy. You must be thinking why this phone now when everyone is looking for a feature-filled smartphone? But this feature phone can help in many ways and, the most important of them is getting a digital break. Also, you can use it as your secondary phone when you need some rest from all the distractions, well except the snake game of course.

Sony has announced new PS5 beta software which, starting today, adds a wealth of new features to the console, including support for 8TB SSDs. 

Beginning today, Sony is rolling out its latest PlayStation 5 system software beta. It introduces a host of new features that enhance the console’s accessibility and audio options, in addition to a few other tweaks. For now, beta access is limited to invited players in select countries, though Sony plans to release the update globally this year.

Sony Interactive Entertainment has begun rolling out a new PlayStation 5 system software beta that adds support for Dolby Atmos-enabled HDMI devices, support for M.2 SSDs with a maximum capacity of eight terabytes (up from the previous four terabytes limit), new social features, and more.

Sony released a new beta version(Opens in a new window) of the PS5 system software, and with it added support for 8TB SSDs and Dolby Atmos-enabled audio devices.

A new PlayStation 5 beta system software is rolling out today for select users, allowing them to test features that will be introduced in the next system software update.

Better leave that Diablo 4 file directory alone. A new update from the series' global community development director Adam Fletcher has warned Diablo players of dire consequences should they attempt to modify their copies of the game, up to and including permanent bans.

Blizzard has told Diablo 4 players to stop using game-modifying software or risk their account suffering a permanent ban.

In a recent forum post, Blizzard has released a statement confirming that game-modifying software, such as TurboHUD4, could lead to players being permanently suspended.

Nippon Ichi Software has announced Yumeiro Yuram, a new type of falling block puzzle game for PlayStation 4 and Switch, the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu reveals. It will launch on October 26 in Japan for 6,578 yen. A demo is due out soon.

Nippon Ichi Software‘s summer 2023 greeting card teases a new title announcement coming soon.