Topic: software testing
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Samsung Galaxy Upgrade: Millions Eligible Within Weeks
One UI 9's rollout is accelerating after its July 22 launch with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, with public beta pages briefly appearing for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, signaling imminent beta releases for those foldables. The Galaxy S26's fifth and likely final One UI 9 public beta has been delayed ...
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Ford rehires former engineers to fix automated system errors
Ford is rehiring experienced engineers to retrain its AI systems and mentor younger staff, after discovering that over-reliance on automated production and design caused a decline in vehicle quality. The company is shifting from a "find and fix" approach to a preventative strategy, breaking down ...
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VCs pick 11 standout startups from YC Demo Day
Y Combinator's Spring 2026 Demo Day was dominated by defense tech, robotics, AI infrastructure, and AI agents, with record-breaking valuations reaching $175 million or more for some startups. Standout companies include 9 Mothers (AI-powered counter-drone systems with $1.6M in sales and a potentia...
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Android 17 gets Apple-style Handoff feature
Google's Android 17 introduces "Continue On," an Apple-style Handoff feature that lets users start an activity on an Android phone and resume it on a compatible tablet. At launch, the feature works only from phone to tablet, showing the most recently used app in the tablet's dock, with bidirectio...
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Windows 11 to get macOS-like speed boost
Microsoft is testing a "Low Latency Profile" feature for Windows 11 that temporarily boosts CPU frequency to speed up app launches, menu interactions, and system flyouts, with early tests showing up to 40% faster load times for Microsoft apps and 70% improvement for the Start menu. The feature ha...
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Debunking 5 Myths of the Agentic Coding Apocalypse
Agentic AI does not eliminate the need for testing, as machine-generated code can introduce novel failure modes, hidden biases, and edge-case failures that require rigorous human-led validation. Security is not automatically handled by AI; developers must still conduct security audits and integra...
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CachyOS Adds Kyber NVMe Scheduler and New Default Package Manager
CachyOS's April 2026 update defaults to the "Kyber NVMe I/O scheduler", optimizing latency and throughput for solid-state drives by prioritizing fairness and responsiveness. The distribution has switched its "default package manager" to a more streamlined tool to improve speed and user experi...
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Google's Windows desktop search bar now available to all users
Google has globally launched a new desktop search app for Windows 10+ users, allowing them to search the web and local files via a keyboard shortcut. The app, summoned with Alt+Space, provides unified search results, filters, an AI Mode, and integrates Google Lens for on-screen assistance. While ...
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Apple Siri Update: Multiple Commands Feature in Testing
Apple is testing a major Siri upgrade that would allow it to process multiple commands in a single interaction, addressing a long-standing user frustration. This new capability aims to enable more complex, conversational requests, such as adjusting a smart home device while setting a reminder, im...
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Samsung Browser for Windows Aims to Rival Chrome
Samsung has officially launched its browser for Windows, integrating AI features through a partnership with Perplexity to provide an intelligent alternative to established browsers. The browser includes agentic AI tools that can summarize articles and answer questions within the workflow, aiming ...
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iOS 26.3.1 Update Nears Release for iPhone
Apple is preparing to release a minor iOS 26.3.1 update, focused on bug fixes and security patches, with a public rollout expected soon. The update may include foundational support for upcoming hardware, as Apple is rumored to announce new products like the iPhone 17e in early March. This update ...
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Boost Productivity: The AI Tool That Keeps You Focused
Fomi is a new macOS app that uses AI to analyze screen activity in real time, intelligently distinguishing between productive work and distractions based on user-defined tasks, unlike blunt website blockers. The app provides visual feedback with color-coded alerts (green, yellow, red) and humorou...
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Windows 11 is Getting a Built-In Internet Speed Test
Microsoft is adding a built-in network speed test to the Windows 11 taskbar, allowing users to quickly check internet performance via Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or cellular data directly from the system tray. The update also includes new features like camera control settings, updated emoji, a redesigned Wi...
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Apple Tests Encrypted RCS Messaging for iPhone
Apple has begun testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in a developer beta, a foundational step toward enhancing privacy for texts between iPhone and Android users. This encryption, which ensures only the sender and recipient can read messages, is currently limited to iPhones and will be full...
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Siri's Overhaul Hits Repeated Roadblocks at Apple
Apple has delayed key Siri upgrades, moving advanced features from iOS 26.4 to later releases like iOS 26.5 and iOS 27 due to technical issues. The planned overhaul aims to make Siri more contextually aware and proactive, and includes new tools like a web search function and custom image generati...
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Android 17 Beta Release Date Announced by Google
Google has announced the Android 17 Beta program, shifting focus from the final Android 16 QPR3 update to the upcoming platform release. Beta testers on Android 16 QPR3 will automatically receive the Android 17 Beta 1 update, but opting out later requires a factory data wipe until June 2026. The ...
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Samsung's One UI 8.5 Camera Controversy Explained
Samsung's One UI 8.5 update for Galaxy devices nearly removed the popular **Single Take** and **Dual Recording** camera modes from the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which was a significant oversight. These features are core tools for users, with Dual Recording enabling simultaneous video from two lenses and ...
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4 AI Agents Rebuild Minesweeper: Explosive Results
The experiment tested four leading AI coding agents (OpenAI Codex, Claude Code, Gemini CLI, Mistral Vibe) by having them autonomously build a fully functional web version of Minesweeper, including standard features and a novel gameplay twist. A key condition was the "single shot" approach, where ...
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AI Didn't End Your Career, It Supercharged It
AI coding tools are not replacements for human developers but are sophisticated power tools that amplify human capability, shifting the programmer's role from manual coding to strategic architecting and directing. Historical parallels, like the sewing machine and power saw, show that new tools ex...
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One UI 8.5 Beta: Which Galaxy Devices Are Eligible?
The One UI 8.5 beta program is a notable policy shift, expanding beyond foldables to six international markets for broader early testing. Initial beta access is limited to the flagship Galaxy S25 series, excluding other anticipated models like the S25 FE at launch. Samsung is expected to add more...
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