A majority of Americans believe software updates are making their devices worse, not better, according to new research. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found a majority (54 percent) believe it’s done to ...

PCWorld reports on Windows 11’s optional update KB5089573, the first release from Microsoft’s secret Project K2 initiative aimed at improving performance through 2027. The update introduces a Low ...

The Federal Communications Commission is relenting a bit on its restrictive router rules, saying it will allow foreign-made routers to receive software and firmware updates until at least January 1, ...

The new OnePlus Nord CE6 launched in select regions earlier this week and, by all accounts, looks like a solid mid-range smartphone, but it also cuts its promised OS upgrades in half. On paper, the ...

Nothing has confirmed that the Phone 3 will get a 5+7 update policy, which most likely means five years of Android OS updates and seven years of security patches. This is the longest software support ...

The April 2026 KB5083769 security update breaks third-party backup applications from multiple vendors on systems running Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2. According to user reports, first spotted by Microsoft ...

Sony Interactive Entertainment has released PS5 system software update 26.03-13.20.00 for users to download, and this latest firmware is more targeted at messaging rather than the usual stability ...

This transcript was prepared by a transcription service. This version may not be in its final form and may be updated. Imani Moise: Welcome to Tech News Briefing. It's Tuesday, April 21st. I'm Imani ...

Many newer cars allow owners to download software updates that can fix problems, improve performance, and even make some safety recall repairs. These “over-the-air” — or OTA — software updates have ...

The Galaxy S26 series is Samsung's latest Galaxy flagship since its worldwide release on March 11, 2026. Since the entire lineup is considered premium, you're likely wondering if the upfront cost of ...

In an era where cars are less mechanical than they are tech showpieces on wheels, your car is becoming more akin to your phone in terms of how its lifecycle is updated. Modern vehicles are packed with ...

Software is now where car brands are really fighting for an edge. And the company out in front isn’t the one most people expect. Over-the-air updates let modern cars continuously improve features ...