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i386 PC Emulator Released for RP2350 Microcontrollers with VGA/HDMI Output
An i386 PC emulator has been released for RP2350-based microcontrollers, enabling them to run DOS, Windows 3.x, and Linux with VGA/HDMI output, SD card storage, and various input methods. This allows hobbyists to create compact retro-computing platforms using low-cost hardware.
Apple to Reintroduce Dedicated Genius Bars and Revamp Retail Store Layouts
Apple plans to implement three major changes to its retail stores, including the return of dedicated Genius Bars, new "Avenue" sections for online pickups and Today at Apple sessions, and the removal of large video walls. These changes aim to refocus stores on traditional retail, service, and fulfillment functions.
PlayStation to issue $7.85 million settlement as Store credit for antitrust lawsuit
Sony will distribute $7.85 million in PlayStation Store credit to eligible US PlayStation Network accounts as part of an antitrust settlement. This settlement resolves a class action lawsuit alleging that Sony's removal of retail download codes for digital games eliminated price competition, leading to higher prices.
iOS 27 Introduces Expanded Temporary Location Sharing Options in Find My App
Apple's iOS 27 update enhances the Find My app with more flexible temporary location sharing durations, allowing users to set custom timeframes beyond the previous fixed options. This change provides greater control over privacy and convenience for users sharing their location with others.
IKEA Releases Free Skyrim Mod Featuring Kallax Storage Unit Companion
IKEA launched a free mod for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition on PC and Xbox, introducing a Kallax storage unit as a voiced companion. The mod aims to address in-game inventory management and disorganization issues for players.
Laika's upcoming stop-motion film Wildwood features smoother animation and lifelike puppet breathing
Laika's new stop-motion film, Wildwood, launching next month, incorporates advanced animation techniques and puppet technology. The studio uses digital cameras with frame-grabbers for smoother motion and internal 'breathers' in puppets to simulate lifelike breathing, enhancing character realism.
Double Fine Productions launches Kickstarter for game jam, Aggro Crab funds indie titles
Double Fine Productions, now independent, launched a Kickstarter to fund a game jam, which will result in one full small-scale game. Separately, Aggro Crab is using profits from its game Peak to fund and publish other indie developers' games, focusing on stylized titles and rejecting those using generative AI.
WhatsApp rolls out redesigned iPad interface with Mac-like sidebar
WhatsApp is expanding access to a redesigned interface for its iPad app, which includes a new Mac-like sidebar. This update replaces the previous bottom tab bar, offering quick access to various app sections and the option to hide the sidebar for more screen space.
GrapheneOS Messages app rewritten with Jetpack Compose and Material 3
GrapheneOS released version 13 of its Messages app, which replaces the legacy interface with Jetpack Compose and Material 3. The update includes a rebuilt UI, new conversation controls, large-screen support, and fixes for crashes, notifications, and security issues. This release modernizes the app's appearance and functionality, aligning it with current Android design standards.
Google Health 5.07 Update Improves Manual Logging, Maps, and Health Connect Stability
Google Health version 5.07 is rolling out with updates to manual workout logging, map performance, and fixes for Health Connect. These changes improve data entry and visualization for fitness tracking and address connectivity issues for Android users.
Apple includes classic Mac Dogcow easter egg in iOS 27 Settings app
Apple has hidden an easter egg featuring Clarus the Dogcow in the iOS 27 Settings app. This inclusion references a classic Mac OS icon and appears when users interact with the new Liquid Glass transparency settings.
Amazon integrates new shopping features into Prime Video's X-Ray experience
Amazon is adding new shopping features to Prime Video, allowing users to discover and purchase products directly from thousands of titles through an updated X-Ray experience and a new "Shop the Scene" feature using Amazon Lens. These updates aim to make product recommendations more prominent and accessible, creating an additional revenue stream for Amazon.
YouTube details NFL Sunday Ticket 2026 season pricing and availability, including new subscriber discount
YouTube announced pricing and availability for NFL Sunday Ticket for the 2026-2027 season. New subscribers can get a 50% discount, bringing the price to $240/year, while existing subscribers will pay $378/year via YouTube TV or $480/year via YouTube Primetime Channels. The announcement clarifies which NFL games are included and excluded from the Sunday Ticket package.
New Avatar: Seven Havens Trailer Reveals Story Details and Character Information
A new trailer for "Avatar: Seven Havens" provides a deeper look into the characters and storyline of the upcoming series, which premieres on Paramount+ on October 9. The series is set 200 years after "The Legend of Korra" in a post-apocalyptic world where the Avatar is blamed for past events, introducing a new Avatar named Pavi.
Sony releases Android 17 update for five Xperia phone models
Sony has begun rolling out its Android 17 update to a limited selection of five Xperia smartphone models. The update introduces features like Desktop mode, expanded customization for Quick Settings and the Lock screen, and improved screen recording.
Nintendo launches 'Customer Appreciation Sale' after receiving $300 million in tariff refunds
Nintendo announced a 'Customer Appreciation Sale' offering discounts on games and accessories, attributing the sale's possibility to $300 million in tariff refunds from the US government. This follows Nintendo's decision not to pass these refunds directly to consumers, leading to a consumer lawsuit.
Playdate Season 3 Launches October 8 with Eight New Games
Playdate Season 3 will launch on October 8, introducing eight new games for the handheld console over four weeks. The season costs $39 and includes titles like Soggy Froggy, Gloom Gate, and Houm, expanding the device's game library.
watchOS 27 Introduces New Siri Modular Face for Apple Watch
Apple announced the addition of a new Siri Modular watch face to watchOS 27 during its Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 announcements. This new face integrates with the Siri AI assistant and a new Recaps system, bringing back intelligent content surfacing previously removed from watchOS.
Prime Video Releases Full Trailer for Mike Flanagan's Carrie Miniseries
Prime Video has released the full trailer for Mike Flanagan's upcoming six-episode Carrie miniseries. Flanagan stated that the series is not a straight adaptation of the novel but an "urgent and arresting reinvention" that expands the world and characters.
Nintendo announces The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 and accessories
Nintendo unveiled a special edition The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console, a Pro Controller, and a carrying case, set to release on October 29. This marks the first special edition hardware for the Switch 2 and celebrates the Zelda franchise's 40th anniversary.
Honor Magic 9 Pro Max with ARRI-powered camera and iPhone-like design to launch September 28
Honor officially revealed its new flagship smartphone, the Magic 9 Pro Max, featuring a large ARRI-powered camera system and an iPhone-like design. The device will be fully unveiled on September 28 in China, marking an expansion of Honor's premium smartphone lineup.
Google Messages rolls out new features including chat themes and iOS RCS improvements
Google Messages is rolling out several new features, including customizable chat themes, a redesigned long-press menu, and enhanced RCS support for Android-iPhone conversations when iOS 27 launches. These updates aim to improve the user experience and interoperability of the messaging platform.
No Man's Sky Cosmos Update Introduces New Star System Features and Infested Outposts
The No Man's Sky Cosmos update enhances star systems with more realistic and varied points of interest, including re-visitable fixed locations for outposts, freighters, and anomalies. This update adds new exploration and salvage opportunities for players within the game.
Mario Kart World receives update adding ten retro SNES courses and new Knockout Tour routes
Mario Kart World is receiving a free update today that introduces ten retro courses from the original SNES game, including Choco Island, Mario Circuit, and Ghost Valley, for use in Versus mode. This update marks the first time new tracks have been added to the game, expanding racing options for players.
Capcom to release Resident Evil 2, 3, and 4 remakes on Nintendo Switch 2
Capcom will release the remakes of Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, and Resident Evil 4 on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop on October 16. This release provides Switch 2 owners access to these titles, including their DLC, and prepares fans for the upcoming Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake.
Original Star Wars and New Film to Screen in IMAX 70mm in 2027
LucasFilm announced that "Star Wars: A New Hope" will be screened in IMAX 70mm from its original cut in February 2027, coinciding with its 50th anniversary. The newest film, "Star Wars: Starfighter," will also debut in IMAX 70mm in May 2027. This marks the first time the original 1977 film will be shown in this format.
WhatsApp doubles music clip length for status updates to 30 seconds
WhatsApp has increased the maximum length for music clips in status updates from 15 to 30 seconds. This change allows users to include longer audio segments with photos or as standalone status updates, aligning with similar features on other platforms.
GOG releases printable "big box" PC game templates for five titles
GOG has introduced downloadable 3D models and printable packaging scans for five classic PC games, allowing users to recreate physical "big box" packaging. This initiative aims to preserve the physical aesthetic of older PC games, similar to how GOG preserves game compatibility on modern systems.
Sony clarifies disc production decrease to 10%, not 90%, by 2028
Sony's discmaking division clarified that its Thalgau plant will decrease production by 10% by 2028, not 90% as previously reported. This means physical PlayStation game discs will remain in production longer than initially understood, though the company still plans to end new game disc production after January 2028.
Rivian's Also micromobility spinoff delays TM-B e-bike shipments due to supply chain and regulatory issues
Also, Rivian's micromobility spinoff, has delayed shipments of its TM-B e-bike, originally slated for spring 2026, due to supply chain challenges for PCBs and ICs, and regulatory hurdles with its battery system. This impacts customers who pre-ordered the e-bike and highlights difficulties in bringing innovative hardware to market.
Panic to Host Playdate Season 3 Update Showcase on September 9
Panic will host a Playdate Update Showcase on September 9, 2026, to reveal details and the release date for Playdate Season 3 games. This event provides information on upcoming content for the handheld gaming device, impacting its user base and indie game developers.
tvOS 27 Removes Custom URL Podcast Feed Support on Apple TV 4K
Apple's upcoming tvOS 27 update for Apple TV 4K will remove support for podcasts added via custom URLs, impacting users with membership-only feeds. While the update introduces HLS-based video podcast streaming, this change means custom feeds will no longer function on the device, though they remain supported on other Apple platforms.
Apple Watch SE 3 becomes unavailable on Apple's website ahead of product launch event
The Apple Watch SE 3 is currently unavailable for purchase on Apple's website in all configurations, just before the company's major product launch event. This unusual stock removal suggests a potential, unrumored debut of a next-generation Apple Watch SE model.
Threads overhauls in-app analytics with AI summaries and contextual performance data
Threads has updated its in-app analytics to include AI-powered summaries and more detailed contextual information about post performance and audience engagement. This change provides creators with insights into what drives their content's reach and interaction, helping them understand the platform's algorithm better.
Free Stars: Children of Infinity Releases Free Combat Demo on Steam and GOG
Free Stars: Children of Infinity, the sequel to The Ur-Quan Masters, has released a free combat demo after five years of development. This demo features arcade-style space combat with nearly 40 ships, available on Windows, Mac, and Linux, allowing players to experience a core gameplay mechanic of the upcoming space adventure RPG.
FreeBSD 14.5-RELEASE is now available, focusing on maintenance and bug fixes
FreeBSD 14.5-RELEASE has been announced, marking the sixth release in the stable/14 branch. This update primarily focuses on maintenance, including bug fixes, driver updates, and new versions of external software, rather than new features. It matters as it provides continued stability and updates for users of the FreeBSD operating system.
LogiCola 3 updates design and reintroduces mastery learning from 2008 version
LogiCola 3, an updated version of the logic drill program, received a new release that incorporates design elements and mastery learning features from the original 2008 software. This update addresses user feedback and aims to make the program more accessible across various devices and operating systems.
Google Photos Reduces Trash Bin Retention Period to 30 Days from 60 Days
Google Photos has updated its trash bin policy, reducing the retention period for deleted photos and videos from 60 days to 30 days, effective September 2026. This change gives users less time to recover accidentally deleted media before it is permanently removed.
Jellyfin 12.0 Released with Database Improvements and Enhanced Book/Comic Support
Jellyfin has released version 12.0, which includes significant database schema changes for performance and introduces improved support for books and comics. Users must perform specific upgrade steps, including backing up data and running a full library scan, due to these foundational changes.
Emacs Bedrock 2.0 Released, Requires Emacs 31 and Introduces Configuration Changes
Bedrock, a minimal starter-kit for Emacs, has released version 2.0, which requires Emacs 31 and introduces several configuration updates. This update includes changes to package installation, keybindings, and built-in features, aiming to provide improved defaults and compatibility.