OpenAI makes GPT-5 warmer but should AI really act like a friend?
OpenAI is making GPT-5 warmer and friendlier. I like AI that feels like a friend, but is it healthy to blur the line between tool and companion?
Brian Fagioli
AI adoption is exploding in creative work but not in security
Google search data reveals creatives are racing ahead with AI tools in design, audio, and writing, while security professionals remain skeptical.
GNOME 49 Beta lands with new apps Papers and Showtime replacing old favorites
GNOME 49 Beta replaces Evince and Totem with Papers and Showtime, alongside updates to core apps, Wayland improvements, and UI refinements.
LibreELEC 12.2 brings improved Intel and Raspberry Pi support but drops old Nvidia GPUs
LibreELEC 12.2 improves Intel and Raspberry Pi hardware support, removes aging Nvidia driver, and urges Tvheadend users to move to v4.3.
Canonical brings certified Ubuntu Linux to Qualcomm Dragonwing processors for edge AI innovation
Canonical has released certified Ubuntu Linux images for Qualcomm Dragonwing processors, giving enterprises a secure, long-term platform for edge AI deployments.
Guy Fieri brings Flavortown to tailgates with Gridiron Gameday flat top grill
Guy Fieri teams with Camp Chef to launch the Gridiron Gameday flat top grill, just in time for the NFL tailgate season.
Plex users urged to update Media Server after security flaw exposed
Plex has patched a security issue affecting recent versions of its Media Server and is urging users to update immediately.
VirtualBox 7.2 lands with Arm upgrades, Linux 3D boost, and a tidier interface
VirtualBox 7.2 delivers major upgrades for Arm and Linux users, a more practical interface, and dozens of bug fixes but not without trade offs.
Google introduces AI-powered Flight Deals to find cheaper trips faster
Google has launched Flight Deals, an AI powered tool in Google Flights that uses natural language to find affordable trips in seconds.
SparkyLinux 8.0 debuts with Debian 13 base
SparkyLinux 8.0 “The Seven Sisters” debuts with a Debian 13 base, updated software, and new package management features.
Apple brings back Blood Oxygen tracking to Apple Watch after patent dispute workaround
Some Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, and Ultra 2 owners in the U.S. will regain Blood Oxygen tracking today with an iOS and watchOS update.
HTC VIVE Eagle AI glasses debut as company bets on comeback
HTC is back with the VIVE Eagle, a lightweight pair of AI-powered smart glasses that blend style with practical features like music playback, voice control, photography, and real-time translation. While I’m skeptical about its chances against Meta Frames, I’m still rooting for HTC to make a comeback.