#software-updates

#software-updates

Choosing the right phone for yourself really comes down to what features are at the top of your checklist. Is it the biggest screen? Or maybe you need the most powerful chipset with a CPU that can handle whatever intensive apps or workflows you throw at it? Are you a mobile gamer who needs a beefy GPU? Maybe you need more cameras or the best cameras with image quality that's as good as a mirrorless camera.

If you've been around, you might've noticed that our relationships with programs have changed. Older programs were all about what you need: you can do this, that, whatever you want, just let me know. You were in control, you were giving orders, and programs obeyed. But recently (a decade, more or less), this relationship has subtly changed. Newer programs (which are called apps now, yes, I know) started to want things from you.

The OnePlus 15 enjoys a redesign that nixes the giant, round camera module in favor of a square camera bump we're all too familiar with. The unique marble-like patterns on the back are no more; instead, say hello to flat colors: Infinite Black, Sand Storm, and Ultra Violet. It doesn't look or feel like a OnePlus, but that might not matter.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that within the next month or two, the company will be able to open the ability for people to text and drive because its Full Self-Driving suite will be robust enough to allow drivers to take their attention away from the road. In its current state, Tesla Full Self-Driving is a supervised driver assistance suite that requires the vehicle operator to maintain control of the vehicle and pay attention to the road surroundings.

Apple will release some of the biggest software updates for its iPhone, iPad and smartwatch on Monday, radically changing the way icons, the lock screen and the system looks, as well as adding features for compatible devices. Announced at the company's developer conference in June, iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS 26 Tahoe introduce Apple's new Liquid Glass design, giving everything a softer, more rounded and semi-transparent look that has proved divisive. Here's what you need to know about the updates.

Samsung announced today that the company is unifying all of its smart products under the One UI software. That includes devices such as washing machines and refrigerators, not just smart home products. Similar to Huawei and its Harmony OS. The Korean tech giant aims to improve the way you interact with its products, provide a familiar experience and bring new features.

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Ubuntu 24.04.3 includes updates for bootloader on RISC-V hardware, better early boot networking configuration, and improvements to QEMU, lib-virt, and cloud-init.

The release of JobRunr 8.0 introduces Carbon Aware Job Processing, optimizing carbon footprint during job scheduling and utilizing ENTSO-E data for real-time emissions monitoring.

Camera Coach utilizes Gemini technology to provide real-time photography suggestions based on scene analysis, helping users improve their photography skills.

Support for Windows 11 SE-including software updates, technical assistance, and security fixes-will end in October 2026. While your device will continue to work, we recommend transitioning to a device that supports another edition of Windows 11 to ensure continued support and security.

Wing Python IDE version 11.0.2 enhances source code analysis and fixes integration issues with the ruff external code checker, along with other minor improvements.

The Next.js team has announced version 15.4, introducing crucial improvements to Turbopack. Turbopack now passes all of the team's 8,298 integration tests.

Rivian's 2026 Quad-Motor pickup truck and SUV offer 1,025 horsepower, 1,198 pound-feet of torque, and rapid acceleration from 0-60 mph in under 2.5 seconds.

When asked why the company didn't choose another SoC, Evangelidis said the new chip will clear the path to better software support - "5 & 7" instead of "4 & 4".

The Sonos Ace headphones, after a year on the market, have received significant software updates, enhancing their appeal and addressing previous customer complaints.

"HubSpot's new AI-powered pricing model introduces flexibility with a credit-based system, allowing customers to allocate resources effectively to AI tools and optimize usage."

With the integration of GitHub Copilot, developers can analyze logs and identify performance issues directly from the Aspire dashboard, enhancing overall efficiency.

This time, we're going to start with those deeper dives. A whole bunch of The Verge's staff has put in preorders and is now staring at tracking numbers or getting ready to line up to snag their unit tonight.

The decision by WhatsApp to discontinue support for iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, and 6 Plus underscores the evolving technology landscape and the need for up-to-date systems.