Android 15 is rolling out now, but the Galaxy S24 won’t get it until next year
This has been an unusual year for Android updates, as Google decided to launch the Pixel 9 phones in August rather than October. Google wanted … The post Android 15 is rolling out now, but the Galaxy S24 won’t get it until next year appea.....»»
NASA"s Lucy spacecraft prepares for second Earth gravity assist
On Dec. 12, at 11:15 p.m. EST, NASA's Lucy spacecraft, currently in a two-year orbit around the sun, will skim Earth's atmosphere, passing only about 220 miles (360 kilometers) above the surface. This close flyby will result in a "gravity assist," pu.....»»
No matter what gets Game of the Year, you’ve already won
Every year we have tons of Game of the Year awards and announcements, but the winner isn't what matters......»»
Conservationists have successfully restored tiger populations in Russia after 50-year absence
Conservationists have succeeded in restoring tiger populations in a region where they were virtually absent for more than 50 years in Russia. This restoration took place from 2012–2021 in the Pri-Amur region of Russia......»»
Google Maps rolling out new teal accent color on Android, iOS
Like other first-party apps that lack Dynamic Color theming, Google Maps currently uses a blue accent for buttons and other UI elements, but that looks to be changing to teal. more….....»»
Google boosts Android security against unknown tracking devices
Google's unknown tracker alerts system will now let users disable their phone's location sharing and use a map view to find the hidden tracking device......»»
Grab Apple"s M3 15-inch MacBook Air with 24GB RAM, 1TB for $1,699 ($200 off)
Packed with upgrades, Apple's M3 15-inch MacBook Air is $200 off and eligible for free 2-day shipping for easy holiday gift-giving.Grab an exclusive discount on this M3 MacBook Air.This 2024 15-inch MacBook Air in the elegant Midnight colorway featur.....»»
Errant reference in macOS 15.2 seems to confirm M4 MacBook Airs for 2025
Software reference could point to a release sooner rather than later. The macOS 15.2 update that was released earlier today came with a handful of new features, plus something une.....»»
Everything coming to Netflix in January 2025
Ring in the new year with Netflix in January 2025. The streamer will premiere a new Wallace & Gromit movie, The Recruit season 2, American Primeval, and more......»»
Find Ford gifts for everyone on your holiday list, no really
This year, you can easily find Ford gifts for everyone on your holiday list, whether they like vehicles or not. Help them transform their on-the-go lifestyles......»»
Friday Night Lights reboot heads to Peacock. How does it differ from the original?
Peacock has won the competitive bidding war for Friday Night Lights reboot, a TV series about high school football......»»
HomePod 18.2 upgrades Siri’s most used feature with one big change
This hasn’t been a great year for the HomePod, but Apple’s finally showing its smart speaker some love. Today’s HomePod 18.2 software update brings a key upgrade to what’s surely the device’s most used Siri feature: Apple Music requests......»»
My favorite Mac accessory is infinitely more comfortable than other peripherals
At the start of this year, I told my doctor about experiencing constant severe wrist pain since the prior summer. A few weeks later I was connected to a machine with gentle shocks to complete a nerve conduction study. As expected, the cause was moder.....»»
Deals: M3/Pro MacBook Pro up to $700 off, iPhone 15 Pro up to $450 off, Apple Watch Series 10, Find My gear, more
Alongside the return of Black Friday pricing on Apple Watch Series 10 configurations starting from $330 with Christmas delivery, we are tracking some serious clearance pricing on M3 and M3 Pro MacBook Pro models. For today only, Best Buy is now offer.....»»
macOS Sequoia 15.2 now available, here’s everything that’s new
The next big update for the Mac has arrived. macOS Sequoia 15.2 is now available for all users, bringing the latest Apple Intelligence features and more. Here’s everything that’s new. more….....»»
Update your iPhone, iPad, and Mac to fix these security vulnerabilities
Apple regularly lists resolved vulnerabilities for iPhone, iPad, and Mac after each software update. Right on cue, the company has released an extensive list of which security resolutions are included in today’s iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2 soft.....»»
Genmoji and Image Playground arrive with macOS Sequoia 15.2
Apple has released macOS Sequoia 15.2, which brings with it a raft of Apple Intelligence features, chiefly to do with images, but also adding features to Siri and Mail.The new macOS Sequoia 15.2 introduces Image Playground with Apple IntelligenceAfte.....»»
2025 M4 MacBook Air leaked in macOS Sequoia 15.2 update & regulatory documents
Rumors of an M4 update to the MacBook Air in 2025 have been boosted, thanks to a leak buried inside Apple's macOS Sequoia 15.2 update.MacBook AirTypically, rumors and leaks are spread online, sourced from third-party manufacturers, analyst prediction.....»»
Reminder: Donate to win swag in our annual Charity Drive sweepstakes
Add to a charity haul that's already raised nearly $9,500 in just a couple of days. If you've been too busy punching virtual Nazis to take part in this year's Ars Technica Charit.....»»
iOS 18.2, macOS 15.2 updates arrive today with image and emoji generation
Nearly 3 months in, Apple has added most of the initial Intelligence features. Apple has announced that it will be releasing the iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 upda.....»»
You can now buy a refurbished Steam Deck straight from Valve — if it’s in stock
The weather might be getting colder, but refurbished Steam Decks are available from valve at prices so hot, you won't need a jacket......»»