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Apple Pushes Second Release Candidate for iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 to Developers
technology17 days ago

Apple Pushes Second Release Candidate for iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 to Developers

Apple has released a second release candidate for iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 to developers for testing, five days after the first RC. Details on changes are not specified, but Siri updates are expected in iOS 27. The update includes groundwork for ads in Apple Maps, and Apple is continuing to test end-to-end encryption for RCS messages between iPhone and Android. A Pride wallpaper and Pride Watch band are also noted, with a likely iOS 26.5 launch next week.

Samsung kicks off One UI 9 beta testing for Galaxy S26 Ultra
technology20 days ago

Samsung kicks off One UI 9 beta testing for Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung has begun internal testing of One UI 9.0 for the Galaxy S26 lineup, with the first beta for the Galaxy S26 Ultra based on Android 17 (build S948BXXU2ZZE7) spotted on Samsung’s servers, even as One UI 8.5 remains in beta. Early builds are described as having few user‑facing changes, echoing a similar timing to last year, and Samsung is likely aiming to roll out the stable 8.5 update soon while continuing 9.0 testing.

iOS 26.5 Targets Finalizing iOS 26 With Performance Boosts Ahead of iOS 27
technology1 month ago

iOS 26.5 Targets Finalizing iOS 26 With Performance Boosts Ahead of iOS 27

Apple plans to release iOS 26.5 as the final major update for iOS 26, with four beta versions (RC on May 4) and a public rollout around May 11–12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. PT. The update emphasizes performance, stability and battery efficiency as it concludes iOS 26 and sets the stage for iOS 27, expected to be unveiled at WWDC 2026 with AI/Siri enhancements.

Cross-Platform RCS Encrypted Test in iOS 26.4 Beta
technology3 months ago

Cross-Platform RCS Encrypted Test in iOS 26.4 Beta

Apple and Google are testing end-to-end encryption for iPhone–to–Android RCS messages in the second iOS 26.4 beta. The feature will not ship with iOS 26.4 and requires iPhone beta 2 and the latest Google Messages to test; it aims to enable encrypted cross-platform communications, building on existing Android-to-Android E2EE and iMessage’s iPhone-to-iPhone encryption. Availability will come in a future release and is limited by devices and carriers during beta.

Minecraft tests adorable baby mobs with growth via golden dandelions
gaming3 months ago

Minecraft tests adorable baby mobs with growth via golden dandelions

Minecraft is testing a batch of new baby mobs—baby axolotls, baby squid and glow squid, baby dolphins, and baby turtles—with redesigned looks and a growth mechanic where feeding a baby mob a golden dandelion makes it grow into an adult. The features are available in Java snapshots and Bedrock previews/betas, and Mojang is asking players to provide feedback as testing continues.

Apple Delivers Second iOS 26.3/iPadOS 26.3 Public Betas with Android Transfer Tool
technology4 months ago

Apple Delivers Second iOS 26.3/iPadOS 26.3 Public Betas with Android Transfer Tool

Apple has released the second public betas of iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 (along with tvOS 26.3 and watchOS 26.3) to testers, four weeks after the first betas. The update introduces a new iPhone-to-Android data transfer tool during setup and includes changes to third-party wearables in the EU. A public release is expected by the end of January, with downloads available to anyone who signs up on Apple's beta site.

Galaxy S26's One UI 9 Beta Release Could Arrive Sooner Than Expected
technology4 months ago

Galaxy S26's One UI 9 Beta Release Could Arrive Sooner Than Expected

Samsung is expanding its One UI 8.5 beta testing to include more Galaxy devices such as the Galaxy M56, F56, and A15 5G, with a stable release expected alongside the Galaxy S26 series next year. The update features a redesigned software update interface, UI enhancements, and improved user experience, while Samsung continues to address issues with the Galaxy Watch 4 series after initial rollout problems.

iOS and iPadOS 26.1 Beta: New Features, Return of Slide Over, and Updates
technology7 months ago

iOS and iPadOS 26.1 Beta: New Features, Return of Slide Over, and Updates

Apple is beta testing iOS 26.1, which introduces several new features and interface changes for iPhone users, including redesigned alarms, expanded language support for Apple Intelligence and AirPods Live Translation, new customization options for the Fitness app, and visual updates to the Settings and Home Screen folders, with a likely release in late October or early November.

Call of Duty Beta Restricts 'Arc Raiders' Chat, Allows Battlefield 6 Talk
technology7 months ago

Call of Duty Beta Restricts 'Arc Raiders' Chat, Allows Battlefield 6 Talk

In the Black Ops 7 beta, the words 'Arc Raiders' are censored in the in-game chat, unlike the uncensored Battlefield 6, highlighting a peculiar censorship choice by Activision. The censorship was temporary and related specifically to the combined term, not the individual words. The beta is well-received overall, with new updates and game modes added, and both games are set for release later this year.