CachyOS, a Linux distribution based on Arch Linux, has released its sixth update of the year. The OS focuses on speed and stability while offering a wide choice of desktop environments and window managers.

This update introduces a new package dashboard, a fallback kernel for stability, and a range of improvements to its gaming and installer tools, making it a strong option for users looking to switch from Windows 10 in light of the Microsoft OS's impending end of life.

Intel has confirmed widely reported plans that it intends to sell nearly 10 percent of its shares to the U.S. government under a new $8.9 billion agreement with the Trump administration aimed at expanding American semiconductor production.

The deal gives the American government a direct equity stake in the struggling iconic chipmaker, and comes as part of President Trump’s much publicized push to strengthen domestic manufacturing.

It’s been a whopping seven months since The Kodi Foundation rolled out Kodi 21.2 ‘Omega’, coming five months after the previous release.

The last build came with a raft of changes and improvements and was designed to keep things ticking along while the team worked on the next version of its popular home theater software -- Kodi 22 'Piers'.

Rokid will unveil its newest wearable, the Rokid Glasses, at a launch event in New York City on August 26. The company says the device is the world’s lightest full-function AI and AR smart glasses, combining translation, navigation, transcription, and a first-person camera in an everyday design.

The glasses run on Qualcomm’s AR1 platform and include features such as real-time multilingual translation, live transcription, a teleprompter function, and object recognition. Rokid is also building around a developer ecosystem that already counts more than 15,000 developers in China, with plans to expand internationally.

Belkin has announced a new line of wireless chargers that use the new Qi2 25W standard. The UltraCharge series includes three products designed for different use cases, all capable of charging devices faster and more efficiently than earlier Qi models.

Qi2 is the newest wireless charging standard created by the Wireless Power Consortium. It allows speeds of up to 25W, greater energy efficiency, and better compatibility across devices from multiple brands.

vivo has entered the mixed reality market with the launch of its first headset, the vivo Vision Discovery Edition. The headset enters a field dominated by Meta, Apple, and other global players, but is the first mixed reality device from a Chinese smartphone maker.

The device has been in development for four years and vivo says it is for “everyday use” rather than short demos or niche applications.

Synchredible 9 is the latest version of the popular free Windows backup and synchronization tool that aims to make managing files and folders less of a chore.

The program has long been known for its flexible scheduling and detailed sync options, and this latest release brings a series of updates designed to improve speed, usability, and reliability.

OtterBox has introduced a lineup of cases designed for the newly launched Google Pixel 10 family, announced yesterday.

The range includes the Symmetry Series, Defender Series Pro XT and Thin Flex Series, each built with integrated magnets to support Google’s new Pixelsnap wireless charging system.

Windows 10 is set to reach its end of life in just a couple of short months, which means Microsoft will stop providing free security updates and official support for the beloved operating system. Although extended security updates will be available for a fee, most users will soon be faced with a stark choice: upgrade to Windows 11, switch to Linux, or wait for the long-rumored Windows 12.

The retirement of Windows 10 unquestionably marks a major shift in the PC landscape. Microsoft is pushing its customer base towards a newer, AI-enhanced Windows experience -- whether they are fully ready for it or not.

The final new launch from Google today, following the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Pixel Watch 4, is Pixel Buds 2a. These new A-series earbuds bring Active Noise Cancellation, immersive audio, longer battery life and Gemini AI at a more affordable price. Preorders start today, with general availability on October 9.

Google says the Pixel Buds 2a have been redesigned for comfort and stability. They are smaller and lighter than the previous A-series and take inspiration from the Pixel Buds Pro 2 design.

Google today launched the Pixel Watch 4 alongside its new Pixel 10 series of smartphones and Pixel 10 Pro Fold. The new wearable is, naturally, described as the most advanced Pixel Watch yet, with a redesigned look, longer battery life, new health features and AI tools powered by Gemini. Preorders start today, with general availability on October 9.

Pixel Watch 4 maintains the familiar circular design but introduces a new domed Actua 360 display, offering a 10 percent larger active area, slimmer bezels and brightness up to 3000 nits for visibility in sunlight.

Alongside its range of 10th generation Pixel smartphones, Google has today introduced the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, which it describes as its most durable foldable phone yet.

The device features a new gearless hinge, upgraded displays, a bigger battery, IP68 water and dust resistance and a suite of AI tools powered by the Tensor G5 processor. Preorders begin today, with general availability on October 9.

Google has taken the wraps off its 10th generation of smartphones, the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL. The new lineup introduces a refined design, the Tensor G5 processor, and AI features designed to make the phones more proactive and helpful. Preorders begin today, with general availability on August 28.

Pixel 10 sports a satin metal frame, polished glass back and four colour choices: Obsidian, Frost, Indigo and Lemongrass. Its 6.3-inch Actua display now reaches 3000 nits for easier outdoor use, and upgraded speakers bring deeper bass for a better multimedia experience.

New (tongue-in-cheek) research from D3O suggests that many people will go to extreme lengths to protect their smartphones, even at the cost of safety, money, or comfort.

The global impact protection company surveyed consumers in the US and UK and found that phones have become so central to daily life that some people would skip meals, miss flights, or even risk dangerous situations to save them.

The National Football League and Microsoft announced today that their strategic partnership will run for at least several more years, with the goal of expanding the use of artificial intelligence across the sport

The collaboration brings Microsoft Copilot and Azure AI into areas that affect game day decisions, scouting, and stadium operations. With the league hosting hundreds of events each year, the aim is to improve both performance and the fan experience.