Microsoft is rolling out a dedicated Themes section in the Microsoft Store, launching with over 400 options including 35+ brand new ones. It’s a one-click way to apply wallpapers and accent colors, with support from popular customization apps.
Apple has quietly rolled out new firmware updates for both the AirPods Pro 2 and the newer AirPods Pro 3. The updates, version 8B28 and 8B30 respectively, likely prepare the earbuds for expanded Live Translation support in the European Union.
Google’s latest research finds companies using AI report doubled innovation and competitive advantage. However, only one in three workers feels ready for the changes AI brings, revealing a significant disconnect in the workplace.
Google has rushed out an emergency fix for yet another Chrome zero-day vulnerability already being exploited in the wild. This marks the eighth such critical, in-the-wild bug for Chrome in 2025 alone. Details are unusually scarce, with no CVE or technical description provided yet.
OpenAI has launched GPT-5.2, its latest frontier model, as a direct response to competitive pressure from Google’s Gemini. The model comes in three specialized versions and aims to solidify OpenAI’s position with developers and enterprises. This follows an internal “code red” memo from CEO Sam Altma
According to Inc, the travel industry is on the cusp of a shift from conversational AI to agentic AI, where systems can take actions like booking flights. While tools like ChatGPT’s Expedia integration hint at the future, the real promise—and disruption—is just beginning.
The KDE community has released Gear 25.12, a significant update to its suite of applications. It delivers practical improvements to the Dolphin file manager, Kate text editor, and Photos viewer, making the Linux desktop experience more polished.
Google has updated its AI-powered virtual try-on feature for shopping. Now, instead of a full-body photo, users can generate a digital version of themselves from just a selfie. The new capability is launching in the United States today.
The latest Mesa graphics driver stack, version 25.3, has been released. This update marks a significant milestone by achieving feature-complete support for the Vulkan “Present Timing” extension across key open-source drivers.
Opera Neon, a browser built entirely around AI, has officially ended its waitlist and is now available to the public. However, access comes at a steep cost of $19.90 per month. The browser features three core AI modes for chat, task automation, and project creation.
