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Steam Families puts game sharing and parental controls in one place
Steam has introduced Steam Families, a game-sharing and monitoring feature for parents and children.
Apple Cash will offer virtual card numbers for online shopping
Apple Cash will soon offer a "virtual card number" in the iOS 17.4 beta that can be used to shop online where Apple Pay isn't available.
Sony's latest PS5 beta update gives DualSense controllers better audio
The latest beta update for the PlayStation 5 will make it easier to hear what's going on in your game and make Share Screen more interactive.
Microsoft’s AI-infused sidebar rolls out to Windows 11 beta testers
Microsoft is rolling out Windows Copilot in preview today. Windows 11 Insiders in the Beta Channel can install a preview build that offers the first semi-public availability for the AI-infused sidebar announced at Build 2023. “This first preview focuses on our integrated UI experience, with additional functionality coming down the road in future previews,” the company wrote in a blog post today.
New PS5 beta adds support for Dolby Atmos, 8TB SSD storage and more
It's rolling out to select beta testers now.
iOS 17 preview: FaceTime, everywhere
Ahead of its full launch later this year, there's plenty to test out in the latest iOS beta. The new StandBy feature might not be a smart display killer, but it’s possibly a free alternative. Other highlights include a revitalized FaceTime experience, a streamlined Messages app and a long-overdue solution for sharing contact details.
How to install the iOS 17 public beta
Apple has released the iOS 17 public beta — here's how to install it on your iPhone.
Meta launches a Threads beta program for Android
Android users can soon get a sneak peek at upcoming features for Meta Threads, the new Twitter rival that may already have Elon Musk feeling the heat. A Meta engineer announced on the platform that “Android users who love to live on the cutting edge” can sign up for a beta version of the app, which launched this week and already attracted over 30 million sign-ups by Thursday morning. There isn’t yet any mention of an iOS beta program.
Apple’s developer betas are now free to download and install
Apple has updated its developer program to allow users to install the developer beta without needing to pay the annual $99 fee.
Apple's iOS 17 developer beta is available for free
Apple has inadvertently made the iOS 17 developer beta to the public, although you probably shouldn't install it.
WhatsApp begins testing Wear OS support
One of the largest apps in the world is coming to Wear OS watches.
PS5 beta update finally adds Discord voice chat
After saying that it could come in early 2022, Discord chat has finally come to PS5's latest beta.
WhatsApp's native Mac app beta is now available to all
Mac users who have been waiting for a native version of WhatsApp can now download it without restrictions.
Tesla's FSD driver assist beta is now available to anyone who wants to pay
Tesla is opening up its so-called full self-driving (FSD) beta to anyone who wants it and has paid for it.
Pixel 7 owners can try Google's new Clear Calling feature in beta
Google has made Clear Calling available on the Pixel 7, provided you're willing to use a beta.
Samsung rolls out Android 13-based One UI 5 beta on Galaxy S22 smartphones
Samsung has launched its Android 13-flavored One UI 5 OS in beta for Galaxy S22 smartphones, the company announced.
Latest iOS 16 beta limits the ability to edit and delete messages
Apple has changed the iOS 16 beta to limit message edit and unsend features that opened the door to abuse.
Apple's iOS 16, macOS Ventura and watchOS 9 public betas are ready to download
The company has also released an iPadOS 16 beta to the masses.
iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura and watchOS 9 public betas arrive in July
Apple has revealed that public betas for iOS 16, iPadOS 16, macOS Ventura and watchOS 9 all arrive in July.
Android 13 Beta 2 is available today
Here's your first chance to try some of the new features.
