Apple sent developers new test versions of its phone, computer, and headset software this week. The company released the fourth beta update for iOS 18.5, macOS 15.5, and visionOS 2.5. Developers can download these test builds to their devices right away.
Developers need their Apple ID linked to their developer account to receive updates through the settings menus. The new updates focus mainly on fixing bugs and improving performance rather than adding major features. Apple also released similar test versions for its watch and TV systems.
These updates might help Apple boost sales in China, where reports suggest iOS 18.5 could bring AI features to that market. The company hopes this helps address declining market share there. Regular...
The 8K group showed off something special at a recent broadcast show in Las Vegas. They displayed games running at 8K resolution with 120 frames per second through HDMI 2.1 cables. This worked because they used special compression technology to push more data through. AMD provided all the computer parts for this demonstration. The team played Horizon Forbidden West, a game known for looking great even at high settings.
Samsung brought a modified 65-inch 8K television from Korea just for this event. The TV had gaming features like automatic low lag mode and variable refresh rates to make gameplay smooth. Inside the computer sat an AMD Ryzen processor paired with their Radeon graphics card. The system actually rendered the game at 5K...
Computer chip makers NVIDIA and AMD plan to release cheaper graphics cards next month. Both companies want to sell more affordable options after recent price increases. Current cards often cost more than suggested prices because stores have limited supply.
NVIDIA aims to launch its RTX 5060 around May 19. This card will have 8 GB of new GDDR7 memory running at 28 Gbps through a 128-bit system. It offers 25 percent more processing cores than older models, with 64 percent better memory speed. The new card will need about 30 percent more power to run.
AMD plans to show its RX 9060 XT card on May 21 at the Computex show. Stores might start selling it in June. It features half as many processors as the higher-end RX 9070 XT model. The card...
Embark Studios will test its next game, Arc Raiders, next week. Players can join from April 30 through May 4. The company released a new video showing people fighting giant robots. Last October, only computer users could try the game. This time, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S players can join the test.
Arc Raiders plays from a third-person view instead of a first-person view like their previous game. It combines fighting computer enemies with battling other players in an extraction-style game. The project changed direction several times during development. It was supposed to come out first before The Finals, but faced many delays.
Despite these challenges, game fans should watch for Arc Raiders. The studio proved it can make...
FromSoftware said today that Elden Ring sales have passed 30 million copies worldwide. The announcement comes three years after the February 2022 release of the open-world role-playing game that won numerous Game of the Year awards. Reviewer Francesco De Meo gave it a perfect score, saying he tried but failed to find any real problems with it beyond small technical issues that patches could fix. He praised how the game will influence future video games through its world design.
Fans waited until last year for more content when the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion arrived. The add-on sold five million copies in just three days after launch. The expansion might reach ten million sales soon if current trends continue. Players can expect...
Kenya security chief Murkomen said all police reservists working in Kerio Valley must pass new tests. Those who succeed will receive fresh training for their jobs. He changed policies so these officers now report directly to local police station commanders. The security leader criticized some reservists for breaking the law themselves. Officials have started replacing those involved in crimes.
The government plans special camps for reservists in three counties. Every reservist will join the national health program. Their families will receive school money before others. Local chiefs can apply for gun permits in dangerous areas. Officers with behavior problems face legal action.
Chiefs will earn promotions based on good work. The...
China helps Kenya grow better tomatoes through expert farming support. Chinese workers brought solutions for bacterial wilt that harmed local crops. Beijing promised last year to create farm demonstration areas across Africa. They plan to send 500 farming experts to teach new methods. President Ruto praised China for lifting millions out of poverty.
A new irrigation project built by Chinese companies flows through Siaya County. The water system gives farmers like Peter Onyango hope for better harvests. It became operational in April, boosting food production capabilities. Ruto said this project will transform Kenya through improved farming. Chinese infrastructure directly impacts local food security.
Chinese-built roads replaced muddy...
Interior leader Kipchumba Murkomen promised punishment for anyone who caused violence that killed five people in Narok County. He spoke at a security meeting where he said they would catch all those involved in Monday's trouble. Government workers faced attacks when they went to survey the land in the area.
Murkomen called the attacks completely wrong. He said land creates conflicts, but people should use courts instead of violence when they have problems. Extra officers arrived to stop more fighting. Violence broke out in Angara Barrikoi over disputed land when locals blocked roads to stop survey teams.
The protest turned into clashes with police that left many hurt. Angry residents damaged a government vehicle during the unrest...
Kenya's President William Ruto freed 57 prisoners on Monday from jails across the country. He made this choice after a mercy committee gave him advice. The office announced that Ruto showed kindness to 56 Kenyans and one person from another country.
Among those released, 31 prisoners who had life sentences can go free with certain rules. Officials will send the foreign prisoner back to their East African home country. Another 25 people left jail early because their sentences were cut short. Ruto also let out all small-time offenders with six months or less to serve.
Felix Koskei, the top government worker, said this helps make justice better through healing rather than just punishment. He stated the president wants everyone who works...
