Amarok 3.3 brings big changes to the beloved Linux music player
Amarok 3.3 updates the classic Linux music player with Qt6, GStreamer audio, and important database fixes while laying the groundwork for future improvements.
Brian Fagioli
IBM Power11 promises zero downtime and AI muscle for enterprise IT
IBM Power11 is here, promising zero planned downtime, built-in AI acceleration, and powerful hybrid cloud support. With smarter automation, quantum-safe security, and up to 55 percent better performance, this next-gen server platform is built for businesses that can’t afford to stop.
Beyerdynamic AVENTHO 100 blends retro style with modern ANC but US fans are left out
Beyerdynamic’s new AVENTHO 100 wireless headphones mix retro design with modern features like ANC, but they are skipping a US launch for now.
AV Access launches iDock B10 8K KVM docking station for gamers and hybrid workers
AV Access has launched the iDock B10, an 8K KVM docking station designed for gamers, creators, and hybrid workers. It supports dual monitors, fast switching between two computers, and features 11 ports for a clean, high-performance desktop setup.
Deepgram unveils Saga, a voice-powered interface for developers who want to ditch the keyboard
Deepgram says developers are wasting time alt-tabbing between tools, so it built Saga, a voice-powered interface it calls a “Voice OS.” But does voice-first coding really solve the problem or is this just marketing hype?
Gen X still trusts plastic over phone taps and crypto wallets
Despite being comfortable with digital transactions, Generation X still leans heavily on traditional payment methods like debit and credit cards. New research from PXP shows that security and familiarity drive their decisions, with mobile wallets and crypto barely making a dent.
Most workers fear AI will replace them soon
Udacity says most workers fear AI will take their jobs within five years, and it’s betting big on that anxiety with new agentic AI training programs for developers, business leaders, and even non-technical staff. I might even try one myself.
7-Zip 25.00 adds support for more than 64 CPU threads and faster compression
The new version of 7-Zip improves performance on multi-core systems and boosts compression speed for bzip2 and zip formats.
OBS Studio 31.1.0 adds Linux multitrack video, Windows on Arm support, and Apple Silicon upgrades
OBS Studio 31.1.0 introduces multitrack video support for Linux and Apple Silicon, adds experimental Windows on Arm builds, and brings new UI customization options.
Google pushes AI into mental health, but is it treatment or cost-cutting?
Google says AI can help fix the global mental health crisis. But critics say algorithms aren’t care and question whether this is about access… or saving money.
McAfee warns Prime Day shoppers of 36,000 fake Amazon sites and AI scam surge
McAfee has found 36,000 fake Amazon sites and over 75,000 scam texts ahead of Prime Day, warning that AI-powered scams are getting harder to spot.
Kingston NV3 2230 SSD brings fast storage to Steam Deck and other handhelds
Kingston has released a compact M.2 2230 version of its NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, bringing up to 2TB of fast storage to devices like the Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally. With speeds up to 6,000MB/s and pricing starting at just $54, it’s a powerful upgrade for handheld gamers and mobile users.