Pixel Watch 5: Wear OS 7 Brings New Gestures and Deeper Gemini Integration
Google is rolling out Wear OS 7 for the Pixel Watch 5. The system update introduces new control gestures and expands Gemini AI capabilities on the smartwatch.
Pixel Drop September 2026: Enhanced Scam Protection, Motion Assist, and Android 17 QPR1
Google is rolling out the September 2026 Pixel Drop alongside Android 17 QPR1. Highlights include enhanced protection against scam messages, relief for motion sickness, and new features for the Pixel Watch.
ZapFast: A Lightweight Open-Source WhatsApp Desktop Client
ZapFast offers a resource-friendly, open-source alternative to memory-heavy WhatsApp desktop apps across macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Dispute in the EU: Could This Be the End of Video Game Loot Boxes?
The European Commission is planning tougher rules against manipulative purchasing incentives and loot boxes in video games, but publishers are fiercely fighting back against a potential ban.
Chess.com Data Leak: Millions of User Records Surface on Forums
A dataset containing over seven million records from the chess platform Chess.com has surfaced online. Here is what is known so far and how users can protect themselves.
Amazon Fire TV: Update Brings Back Android App Sideloading
Following user complaints about blocked third-party apps, Amazon is backtracking: A buggy update prevented the installation of external Android applications on Fire TV devices. A patch is set to resolve the issue shortly.
Apple Readiness: New Recovery App Launches Exclusively on Series 12 and Ultra 4
With the new Readiness app, Apple brings native recovery tracking to the Apple Watch. However, the feature relies on new sensor hardware and will not be available on older models.
OpenCCU: eQ-3 Gradually Hands Over CCU3 Smart Home Hub to Community
Manufacturer eQ-3 is turning its CCU3 smart home hub into the community project OpenCCU. Starting in 2027, the platform’s further development will be in the hands of its users.
macOS Tahoe 26.7 and Sequoia 15.8: Apple Patches Over 200 Security Flaws
Apple has released extensive security updates for its Mac operating systems. Users running macOS Tahoe 26.7 and Sequoia 15.8 should install the patches without delay.
Firefox 156: New Update Brings Sponsored Links to the Address Bar
Mozilla has released Firefox 156. Alongside performance improvements for PDFs, the address bar now occasionally displays sponsored suggestions in Germany.