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iOS, macOS, and iPadOS 26.5 updates arrive with encrypted RCS messaging and more
Probably the last big updates we'll see before the next versions appear at WWDC.
Samsung widely rolling out stable One UI 8.5 update, five months after the beta started
Samsung has gotten much faster at software updates over the past few years, but One UI 8.5 is an odd...
Reach Out and Read 5K brings together health professional students
Hosted by the School of Pharmacy Kappa Psi Beta Eta, the Mountaineer mascot recently kicked off the Reach Out and Read 5K at the Student Rec Center. The event collected nearly 90 books to be distributed to pediatric patients during their checkups.
China’s assault on the Tibetan language
Tighter policies in schools reflect the ‘narrowed’ tolerance towards Tibet from the Chinese state
Microsoft brings free Windows 11 upgrade, big improvements to File Explorer, with new builds
Microsoft has released new Windows builds under the Experimental and Beta channels. They bring improvements and fixes.
Apple Seeds Second iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Release Candidates to Developers
Apple today seeded new release candidate versions of upcoming iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming five days after the first RC. It's not clear what's changed in the second RC, but Apple typically sends out another candidate if there are bugs that need to be addressed. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update.
Here’s everything new in Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 [Gallery]
Like the first preview, Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 today does not contain many user-facing changes that would explain the...
Google releases Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2 for Pixel
Just two weeks after the first preview, Google is rolling out Android 17 QPR1 Beta 2. The following issues are...
Anthropic will let its managed agents dream
Anthropic is expanding Managed Agents with dreaming — a scheduled memory process — plus outcomes-based evaluation and multi-agent orchestration now in public beta.
Samsung’s already preparing Galaxy S26 One UI 9 beta update
Samsung appears to already be developing the first Galaxy S26 One UI 9 beta builds even as customers wait for the official One UI 8.5 update.
Multiplayer kaiju action game BeastLink announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
Grove Street Games has announced BeastLink, a multiplayer kaiju action game for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam). It will launch in Early Access this summer. A PC closed beta test will be…
Apple Says iOS 26.5 Adds Three New Features to Your iPhone
iOS 26.5 includes three new features for iPhones, according to Apple's release notes for the update, which is expected to be released next week. As discovered during beta testing, iOS 26.5 enables end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging between iOS and Android devices. Apple says this security upgrade is limited to supported carriers around the world and will continue to roll out.
Sony's Not Pulling the Plug on Horizon Hunters Gathering, New PS5 and PC Beta Test Announced
Will include story-driven mission
iOS 26.5 Brings End-to-End Encryption to iPhone-Android RCS Messages
End-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages between iPhone and Android devices is coming in iOS 26.5, Apple confirmed today. The feature is listed in Apple's iOS 26.5 release notes. Apple says end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging remains in beta even though it is being released in iOS 26.5.
iOS 26.5 Coming Soon With These New Features
iOS 26.5 is expected to be released this May, following more than a month of beta testing. The update is relatively minor so far, which is not too surprising given that Apple is starting to shift its focus towards iOS 27. iOS 26.5 lays the groundwork for end-to-end encryption for RCS in the Messages app and ads in the Apple Maps app, and it will include a new Pride wallpaper and a few other changes. Below, we outline all of the notable additions in iOS 26.5.
Microsoft Defender Misidentifies DigiCert Certificates As Malware, Triggering Global Disruptions
A significant technical malfunction in Microsoft Defender has triggered widespread alarm across the global cybersecurity community, after the platform mistakenly identified legitimate digital certificates issued by DigiCert as malicious software. The error, which surfaced in late April, led to false
Alzheimer’s drugs may not work and could raise brain risks
Drugs designed to clear amyloid beta from the brain—once seen as a promising path to slowing Alzheimer’s—may not actually help patients in any meaningful way, according to a major review of over 20,000 participants. Even more concerning, they may increase the risk of brain swelling and bleeding, sometimes without obvious symptoms.
Search Live gets ready to follow Gemini with a colorful visual update
Experimenting with the latest beta version of the Google app, we were able to see a refreshed Search Live interface.
New One UI 8.5 Beta adds little value to your old Galaxy flagship
Is it time to bid farewell to the Galaxy S23?
Here’s a preview of Pixel 11 Pro Fold’s wallpapers, hinting at colors [Gallery]
Google’s Pixel 11 series is in the pipeline and, in the latest Android 17 beta release, we spotted a quick...
Android 17 isn't out yet, but Google is already testing its first big update
Google has released Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixel devices.
Google Releases Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 for Pixel
Google surprised us a bit this afternoon with the release of Android 17 QPR1 Beta 1 for its Pixel line-up. This update will come after the first stable build of Android 17 is released, which...
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn closed beta now available
The closed beta test for third-person action RPG The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is now available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, developer Owlcat Games announced. A full launch will f…
Here's What's New in iOS 26.5 So Far
iOS 26.5 has been in beta since late March, with a third beta released this week. The update is relatively minor so far, which is not too surprising given that Apple is starting to shift its focus towards iOS 27. Apple will unveil iOS 27 during its WWDC 2026 keynote on June 8, and the update should be released in September. iOS 26.5 lays the groundwork for two changes, including end-to-end encryption for RCS in the Messages app and ads in the Apple Maps app.
WhatsApp Testing Paid 'Plus' Subscription Tier
WhatsApp has started testing a paid subscription tier called WhatsApp Plus, which adds a set of personalization options on top of the standard messaging experience, according to WABetaInfo.
‘WhatsApp Plus’ subscription launching soon with new features
WhatsApp is planning a new ‘WhatsApp Plus’ paid subscription, and it just went live in the app’s Android beta ahead of an iOS launch.
Apple releases iOS 26.5 beta 3 for iPhone
Apple has released the second iOS 26.5 beta for developers. The previous beta introduced a new splash screen that signaled the...
Elon students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa Society
“What’s so brave about being sick?” It’s a question Prosanta Chakrabarty often asked himself in the early days of his ongoing fight against cancer. It wasn’t until initial treatment...
Galaxy S24 and Fold 7 get Galaxy S26 AI features with latest One UI 8.5 beta
Samsung is making good on its promise to bring new Galaxy AI features from the Galaxy S26 lineup to existing devices. It has released new One UI 8.5 beta updates today that include these features for several devices, including the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Galaxy S24 series. The Galaxy S25 series has also […]
Galaxy S25’s ninth One UI 8.5 beta update now available in India
Samsung has released the One UI 8.5 Beta 9 update for the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra in India.
$3 million prize goes to duo whose research led to first sickle cell CRISPR therapy
Dr. Swee Lay Thein and Dr. Stuart Orkin won the $3 million Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for their work toward a functional cure for the deadly blood disorders sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
$3 million prize goes to duo whose research led to first sickle cell CRISPR therapy
Dr. Swee Lay Thein and Dr. Stuart Orkin won the $3 million Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences for their work toward a functional cure for the deadly blood disorders sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia.
macOS 27 Will Mark the End of an Era
During its Platforms State of the Union segment at WWDC 2025, Apple revealed that macOS 26 Tahoe is the final major macOS version for Intel-based Macs. The upcoming macOS 27 release will be compatible with Apple silicon Macs only, meaning that you will need a Mac with an M-series chip or a MacBook Neo with an A18 Pro chip in order to install the software update. macOS 27 should be available in beta starting in June, and the update will likely be widely released in September.
Pixel Laptop: Return of Google Pixelbook laptops spotted in new OS release
Google continues to add features to Android 17 through its beta program. While many relate to the company's high-end smartphones, Android 17 Beta 4 also contains references to a mysterious new Pixel laptop.
Samuel Tremblay named Outstanding Graduating International Student for the Maine Business School
ORONO, Maine -- Samuel Tremblay of Quebec City is the Outstanding Graduating International Student for the Maine Business School. A business administration student majoring in management, Tremblay is a tutor, mentor, Maine Business School ambassador and president of the UMaine chapter of the Beta Gamma Sigma honor society.
A new Android 17 beta reveals plans for “Pixel Glow” light animations.
Google just released the fourth beta for Android 17 today, and now, 9to5Google and Android Authority point out that it contains mentions of a new lighting feature that we might see on the next round of Pixel phones. The Pixel Glow details say it “uses subtle light and color on the back of your device to inform you of important activity when it’s face down,” when interacting with Gemini, or when favorite contacts are calling. [Link: Pixel Glow 'visual feedback' tool might just hint at big Pixel 11 hardware changes | https://www.androidauthority.com/pixel-glow-3658443/ | Android Authority]
Google working on Pixel ‘laptop’ and ‘Pixel Glow’ lights that are also coming to phones
Based on the latest Android Canary and Android 17 Beta releases, Google is working on a Pixel “laptop” of some...
Pixel Glow 'visual feedback' tool might just hint at big Pixel 11 hardware changes
Is Google bringing rear RGB lights to the Pixel 11 series? References to a "Pixel Glow" tool in Android 17 Beta 4 raise the possibility.
Android 17 Beta 4 finally reveals Google's new Easter egg
Every Android release means we get to try out a new, hidden Easter egg, and the latest just landed with Android 17 Beta 4.
Android 17 hits a major milestone as Google releases its last 'scheduled' beta
Google has released Android 17 Beta 4, marking the final scheduled beta of the cycle.
Here’s everything new in Android 17 Beta 4 [Gallery]
Google today rolled out Android 17 Beta 4 for Pixel devices to continue the preview cycle. This is the last...
How Elizabeta Gjorgievska Joshevski built a global tech career and is now shaping AI strategy for enterprises
Elizabeta Gjorgievska Joshevski explains how EverCognitive helps companies approach AI transformation with strategy, readiness, and measurable business outcomes.
Android 17 Beta 4 rolling out for Pixel as last scheduled release
Google is rolling out Android 17 Beta 4 for Pixel devices three weeks after the last release. This update...
Burning Questions about Adobe Premiere Beta's new dedicated Color Mode by Scott Simmons
Just in time for NAB 2026, Adobe has released into the Premiere Beta what might be one of its biggest feature additions in the history of the application, in a new dedicated Color Mode. Color Mode is a dedicated workspace for color correction and color grading. It’s been designed with everything one needs for color [...]Read More... from Burning Questions about Adobe Premiere Beta’s new dedicated Color Mode
Apple Releases Second iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and watchOS 26.5 Public Betas
Apple today provided public beta testers with the second releases of upcoming iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, and tvOS 26.5 updates for testing purposes. The public betas come a day after Apple provided the betas to developers. After signing up for beta testing on Apple's beta site, public beta testers can download the updates using the Software Update section of the Settings app on each device.
Anthropic's AI Assistant Claude Is Now Available in Microsoft Word
If you're using Word, you can now try out an alternative AI tool to Copilot, though it's only in beta testing for now.
iOS 26.5 beta 2 gives Apple Maps a new ads popup
iOS 26.5 beta 2 arrived today, and it lays the groundwork for ads coming to Apple Maps via a new popup. Here are the details.
Apple Seeds Second iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Betas to Developers
Apple today seeded the second betas of upcoming iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming two weeks after Apple released updated first betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 do not include new Siri capabilities, suggesting any Siri updates are being held until iOS 27.
Apple releases iOS 26.5 beta 2 for iPhone
Apple has released the second iOS 26.5 beta for developers. iOS 26.5 beta 2 follows two versions of the first...
Samsung One UI 8.5 beta now arriving for these older Galaxy phones
Samsung expands the One UI 8.5 beta to the Galaxy Z Fold 5, S23 FE, and A-series, bringing AirDrop support and LLM-powered Bixby to more users.
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences inducts 44 students into Phi Beta Kappa Society
Forty-four students were inducted into the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa Society by Mercer University’s Zeta of Georgia Chapter for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Samsung to fix Adaptive Clock glitch in One UI 8.5 update
Adaptive Clock has a glitch on One UI 8.5 devices, and Samsung is working on a fix. The problem has been acknowledged by a community moderator, who promised the addressal with the next Beta software update. It’s already a big day for Samsung users, thanks to One UI 8.5 rollouts. Whether it’s new Beta releases […]
Anthropic brings Claude into Microsoft Word, and legal contract review leads its use cases
Anthropic's Claude for Word beta is live in Microsoft Word for Team and Enterprise users, with legal contract review as the tool's first listed use case
One UI 8.5 rollout possibly delayed for these two reasons
With the 9th beta, Samsung has delayed the One UI 8.5 rollout for the Galaxy S25 series, and these two reasons could be responsible for this move. It’s expected that the 9th beta may not be the final, and we may have a 10th coming soon. These test firmwares may be released in April, and […]
Anthropic's Claude for Word is a new challenge to Microsoft's empire
Anthropic launched a beta version of Claude for Word. It's another challenge to Microsoft's software empire, and a bid to appeal to lawyers.
Microsoft brings Windows 11 FAT32 2TB support, fixes network data bug, with new builds
Microsoft has released new Windows builds under Dev and Beta channels. They bring improvements and fixes.
Five Innovative Startups Selected for Inaugural gBETA Charlotte Health
Five health care startups have been selected for the inaugural cohort of gBETA Charlotte Health, a new initiative powered by the City of Charlotte in partnership with gener8tor and Advocate Health.
Kiln open beta lets you check out the Xbox Game Pass game on Steam before launch
Players on PC can now check out the upcoming multiplayer pottery game Kiln on Steam via Double Fine's new open beta for the upcoming Game Pass title.
Kiln: Double Fine Shares Their Favorite Pots as Open Beta Goes Live
Now’s your chance to sample Kiln before launch on April 23 during the Open Beta Throwdown on Steam – and Double Fine is here to help inspire your creations with some of their most-favorite pots! Pre-order Kiln today on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
Samsung expands One UI 8.5 beta to even more Galaxy phones
Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 Beta Program to even more Galaxy phones so that more users can test the new software version.
Samsung Continues Expanding One UI 8.5 Beta Program to More Galaxy Devices
Samsung is expanding the One UI 8.5 beta program to additional Galaxy devices. Following t
Galaxy S25 and S24 users get AirDrop and 3 new camera filters
With new One UI 8.5 Beta updates, Samsung has fresh perks for the users of Galaxy S25 and S24 series: AirDrop sharing and three new camera filters. Samsung just dropped One UI 8.5 Beta 9 and Beta 2 updates for the S25 and S24 series, respectively. Changelog of both updates carry exact the same content, […]
Most awaited fix for the Galaxy S25 Ultra coming with One UI 8.5
Samsung is doing great today. Samsung today released several new One UI 8.5 beta updates for Galaxy S25, S24, S23, and other Galaxy phones. The latest update brings many fixes. Talking about the fix, the Galaxy S25 users are waiting for one specific fix for their flagship device. If you have a Galaxy S25 Ultra […]
Second One UI 8.5 beta update for Galaxy S24 is out
Samsung has released the second beta version of One UI 8.5 (Android 16 QPR2) for the Galaxy S24 series. The update brings nine changes.
Invincible VS Open Beta Begins Tomorrow: What You Need to Know
Get ready to suit up – Invincible VS’s Open Beta begins tomorrow, and everything you need to know is inside:
WhatsApp starts rolling out usernames in beta, keeps your phone number private
WhatsApp has started rolling out support for usernames, allowing users to keep their phone numbers private while still using the app.
Galaxy S25 Ultra gets Ocean Mode update for your summer dives
Samsung’s Ocean Mode, originally made for coral reef mapping, is now rolling out to the Galaxy S25 Ultra running One UI 8.5 beta.
Google finally adds a long-requested gaming feature to Android 17
You can now try system-level controller remapping in Android 17 Beta.
New WhatsApp for CarPlay now available to all iPhone users
Following just a few days of beta testing, WhatsApp has now released its improved CarPlay experience to all iPhone users.
New PS5 Dashboard Update Leaks And Damn, Sony, That Looks Good
The PlayStation 5 home menu is about to get a lot easier to navigate, according to a beta tester
Vision Pro is about to get Steam Link app for gaming, download beta here
Apple Vision Pro will soon offer access to a lot more games than ever before, as visionOS is gaining a native Steam Link app.
Stable One UI 8.5 release dates leak for Galaxy S25 series
Galaxy S25 users are mentally prepared to receive the Stable One UI 8.5 update after two more Beta builds. Now, we’re hearing the potential release dates from a credible source who has a solid track record of Samsung leaks. According to TarunVats, Samsung may start Stable One UI 8.5 release on April 30. It is […]
Apple iOS 26.5 public beta is now available
Apple has released the first public beta for iOS 26.5, just a few days after the beta for developers came out.
Apple CarPlay Just Got Three Popular iPhone Apps
Apple's CarPlay system for accessing iPhone apps on a vehicle's dashboard screen received three popular apps this week: ChatGPT, Google Meet, and Audiomack. CarPlay Ultra in an Aston Martin In addition, WhatsApp is beta testing a revamped CarPlay app that will improve upon the basic Siri-based functionality that was previously available. Make sure you have the latest version of each app and they will automatically appear on CarPlay.
Apple releases new iOS 26.5 beta 1 build for iPhone
iOS 26.5 beta 1 arrived earlier this week for developers, but Apple has just shipped an updated beta 1 build...
Slay the Spire 2 nerfs card removal, buffs shivs, and adds a new reward system
New Slay the Spire 2 patch notes include a rework for Borrowed Time, a replacement for the Gloom Ascension, and a system called Badges.
New Siri multitasking upgrade detailed in latest iOS 27 report
Siri may not be any better in iOS 26.5 beta, but we’re continuing to learn a lot more about iOS...
NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi-Frame Generation and 6x Mode Officially Arrive
NVIDIA has finally launched its long-teased Dynamic Multi Frame Generation (MFG) and Multi Frame Generation 6x mode today through a new NVIDIA app beta update. This marks the full public release of NVIDIA's DLSS 4.5 technology suite, which enables the GPU to generate up to five additional frames fol...
NVIDIA launches DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and 6X mode through app beta
NVIDIA adds even more AI frames NVIDIA has started rolling out DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and Multi Frame Generation 6X through the opt-in
Nvidia rolls out DLSS 4.5 update with new frame generation features
Nvidia’s new app beta has arrived.
Early Never-Seen-Before GTA 4 Build Leaks Online After Gamer Discovers Abandoned Xbox 360 Dev Kit
A trip to a Scottish second-hand flea market has resulted in a stunning discovery: a 360 dev kit previously owned by Grand Theft Auto developer Rockstar Games complete with an early beta build of GTA 4.
iOS 26.5 beta 1: Here are all the new features
Apple released iOS 26.5 beta 1 for developers today. The update doesn’t include any of the highly-anticipated new Siri features,...
WhatsApp is working on a dedicated CarPlay app
The latest WhatsApp beta build on TestFlight introduces a native CarPlay app, extending the app’s utility beyond the current voice-based interface.
iOS 26.5 beta arrives with no Gemini-powered AI features as focus shifts to iOS 27
It’s safe to say that the Gemini-powered Siri and Apple Intelligence features won’t arrive in beta this month. iOS 26.5...
What do you want to know about beta-blockers?
For decades, beta-blockers have been commonly prescribed as a standard treatment for adults who have had heart attacks with no complications and many people continue the medications for life. But a growing body of research has begun to question that approach.
iOS 26.5 adds new Apple Maps feature for trending places
iOS 26.5 beta 1 arrived today, and with it a new Apple Maps feature for discovering where to go next—dubbed simply ‘Suggested Places.’
Apple releases first iOS 26.5 beta
Apple has released the first iOS 26.5 beta for developers. iOS 26.5 beta 1 arrives after the official release of...
Leaked GTA IV Dev Kit Reveals Unfinished Zombies Mode And More
Fans have already found loads of beta content via this newly leaked dev kit, including cut weapons and early cutscenes
After a heart attack, beta-blockers are often a lifelong medicine. Maybe they shouldn’t be
For decades, surviving a heart attack has come with a lifelong prescription: Stay on medications called beta-blockers to help protect your heart. But doctors are taking a closer look at whether long-term beta-blocker use is really necessary, especially beyond the first year of recovery.
Bluesky's next product is an AI assistant that helps build custom social media feeds
You'll need an invite to get into Attie's closed beta, but users can sign up for a waitlist for the time being.
Where’s One UI 8.5 beta for Galaxy S25 Edge?
The past week was a joy ride for the One UI 8.5 beta program, with more Samsung devices joining the test phase, but without the Galaxy S25 Edge. The Galaxy S25 FE, S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE, Fold 6, Flip 6, Tab S11 series entered the beta in the latest round. Despite being limited […]
Finally! Single-tap Wi-Fi control returns to Quick Settings in Android 17 Beta 3
Android 17 Beta 3 just made managing your Wi-Fi connection one tap simpler.
Your stereotypes about Gen Z aren’t just inaccurate. They’re hurting your business
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Android 17 Beta 3 finally restores the single tap Wi-Fi toggle
Google has decided to restore the ability to enable and disable Wi-Fi connections with a single tap of the QS toggle in Android 17 Beta 3.
Android 17 Beta 3 finally brings the desktop multitasking we’ve been waiting for
The latest beta turns your phone into a mini desktop with floating apps.
Android 17 Beta 3 reveals Google may be testing a smarter charging feature (APK teardown)
Called 'Priority Charging,' the feature pauses background activity to speed up charging.
Android 17 Beta 3 starts adding more blur to system UI [Gallery]
Android 16 introduced translucency to the notification shade and Quick Settings. As rumored, Android 17 Beta 3 continues that blur trend...
Multitasking ‘Bubbles’ now live in Android 17 Beta 3 update
It might be unfair to say that Android 17 Beta 3’s Bubbles are a new feature, but the premise has...
Google rolling out Android 17 Beta 3 for Pixel
Just under three weeks after the last release, Google is rolling out Android 17 Beta 3 for Pixel devices. This update features...