OS and programs

The endless scroll of YouTube Shorts — a rabbit hole of bite-sized videos — might finally be getting a “brake pedal.” A new beta version of the app reveals a tool that lets users set their own time limits for watching Shorts.

Microsoft recently released an update for Windows 10 and 11 that left some unexpected traces. Cybersecurity experts noticed an empty “inetpub” folder that appeared on the C:\ drive after the update.

Adobe is doubling down on its AI push, introducing intelligent agents to Photoshop and Premiere Pro. These new tools aim to cut down on repetitive tasks by offering smart suggestions and even auto-generating rough drafts.

Mozilla has released Firefox 137, bringing new tools for tab management, search, and PDF editing. At the same time, the company announced Thundermail, an email service within the Thunderbird Pro ecosystem, offering an alternative to popular platforms like Gmail.

Steam has released the results of its March monthly survey. As usual, Valve has identified which processors and graphics cards are used by the majority of gamers. The survey also includes statistics on operating systems and languages.

Microsoft has announced that it has removed a loophole in new Windows 11 builds that allowed users to install the OS without an internet connection. Now users will still have to create an account to complete the setup.

Billionaire and entrepreneur Elon Musk announced that he has sold the social network X (formerly Twitter). The peculiarity of the deal is that the platform was acquired by the AI ​​startup xAI, which belongs to the businessman himself.

The ReactOS community has unveiled its largest update in the project's history — version 0.4.15. This new release introduces over 8,600 changes and more than 1,300 fixes, enhancing compatibility with Windows drivers and boosting system stability.

Google has announced a radical change in Android development: from now on, all operating system updates will be produced exclusively behind closed doors. While the company promises to preserve the platform’s openness by releasing the source code post-launch, enthusiasts and independent developers will lose their peek behind the curtain.

The desktop version of Discord has been overhauled, offering gamers and streamers tools that blur the lines between gaming, communication, and broadcasting. A redesigned overlay and a flexible interface transform Discord into a full-fledged hub for digital interaction.

NVIDIA has integrated G-Assist — a local AI companion for gamers, announced in 2024 — into its PC app. Powered by a compact language model, this technology optimizes game settings, runs system diagnostics, and manages hardware configurations through text or voice commands.

NVIDIA has rolled out the 11.0.3 update for the NVIDIA App, unlocking features that previously required third-party tools. Users now have greater control over DLSS, while the migration of options from the Control Panel to a modern interface marks the end of the legendary but outdated control panel.

NVIDIA has rolled out the Geforce 572.83 driver, introducing DLSS 4 support for several games. Additionally, the update addresses bugs and performance issues on the RTX 50 series graphics cards.

Cursor Pro AI shocks user with surprise programming exam. Instead of generating code for a racing game, the assistant delivered a philosophical essay warning of digital dependency and demanded independent problem-solving, leaving the tech community baffled.

Discord has introduced its Social SDK toolkit, enabling video game developers to integrate the platform’s messaging features directly into their games. Players can now chat, coordinate strategies, and invite friends without leaving the game — even without a Discord account.

South Korea has become the testing ground for Samsung’s latest gaming "weapon" — the Game Booster+ app. Galaxy smartphone owners can now remap controls, fine-tune graphics to their liking, and even trick the system into recognizing non-gaming apps as games. While the feature is currently exclusive to the Good Lock platform, rumors of a global release are already electrifying the mobile gaming community.

Apple has released another update that should patch a serious vulnerability in the WebKit browser engine. The security hole affected a number of devices, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

The modding community has made a breakthrough, allowing gamers to use AMD’s FSR 4 upscaling technology even in games where it’s not officially supported. Thanks to a tool called OptiScaler, originally designed to replace existing upscalers, enthusiasts have successfully integrated FSR 4 into games with DLSS 2/3 and Intel XeSS.

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has once again demanded that Google get rid of the Chrome browser and change its policy regarding Android. The tech giant has already sent a counter proposal.

NVIDIA has rolled out a new version of its GeForce driver, 572.70, with the key feature being support for the RTX 5070 graphics card. Additionally, the update also optimizes DLSS 4 technology for GTA 5 Enhanced.