Qualcomm and BMW Unveil Hands-Free Driver-Assist System
Qualcomm and BMW have collaborated on Snapdragon Ride Pilot, a new hands-free driver-assist system for BMW’s iX3, debuted at the Munich auto show. Built on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Ride system-on-a-chip, it meets high safety standards and supports Level 2 Plus automation, allowing hands-free driving on approved roads in over 60 countries, with plans to expand to 100+ in 2026. Comparable to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving and similar systems, it aims to enhance safety and convenience. Qualcomm, with a $45 billion automotive revenue pipeline, emphasizes driver engagement to counter overreliance risks, as safety concerns grow with partial automation systems. The system is available to all automakers and Tier-1 suppliers.
Qualcomm and BMW have collaborated on Snapdragon Ride Pilot, a new hands-free driver-assist system for BMW’s iX3, debuted at the Munich auto show. Built on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Ride system-on-a-chip, it meets high safety standards and supports Level 2 Plus automation, allowing hands-free driving on approved roads in over 60 countries, with plans to expand to 100+ in 2026. Comparable to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving and similar systems, it aims to enhance safety and convenience. Qualcomm, with a $45 billion automotive revenue pipeline, emphasizes driver engagement to counter overreliance risks, as safety concerns grow with partial automation systems. The system is available to all automakers and Tier-1 suppliers.
Firefox 32-bit Linux Support to End in 2026
Mozilla will end Firefox support for 32-bit Linux systems in September 2026, with Firefox 144 being the last release to include 32-bit builds. Maintaining these builds has become challenging as most Linux distributions have phased out 32-bit support, and modern CPUs are 64-bit. Firefox ESR 140 will provide security updates for 32-bit systems until the cutoff. Mozilla urges users to switch to 64-bit systems for continued support. This decision reflects Mozilla’s broader efforts to optimize resources amid financial strain, including shutting down services, adjusting licensing for advertisers, and focusing on AI features.
Mozilla will end Firefox support for 32-bit Linux systems in September 2026, with Firefox 144 being the last release to include 32-bit builds. Maintaining these builds has become challenging as most Linux distributions have phased out 32-bit support, and modern CPUs are 64-bit. Firefox ESR 140 will provide security updates for 32-bit systems until the cutoff. Mozilla urges users to switch to 64-bit systems for continued support. This decision reflects Mozilla’s broader efforts to optimize resources amid financial strain, including shutting down services, adjusting licensing for advertisers, and focusing on AI features.
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Google finally details Gemini usage limits
Google has updated its Help Center to clarify usage limits for Gemini Apps across different tiers. Free accounts get up to 5 prompts per day with Gemini 2.5 Pro, 5 Deep Research reports, and 100 generated images daily. AI Pro plan users receive 100 prompts, while AI Ultra plan users get 500 prompts. Both Pro and Ultra plans allow up to 1,000 generated images per day.
Google has updated its Help Center to clarify usage limits for Gemini Apps across different tiers. Free accounts get up to 5 prompts per day with Gemini 2.5 Pro, 5 Deep Research reports, and 100 generated images daily. AI Pro plan users receive 100 prompts, while AI Ultra plan users get 500 prompts. Both Pro and Ultra plans allow up to 1,000 generated images per day.
Kerminal: Modern Terminal with SSH, Tunneling & Cross-Device Sync
Kerminal is a modern terminal application that combines powerful SSH management, comprehensive tunneling capabilities, and cross-device synchronization. Built with Electron and Vue.js, it provides an intuitive interface for developers and system administrators.
Kerminal is a modern terminal application that combines powerful SSH management, comprehensive tunneling capabilities, and cross-device synchronization. Built with Electron and Vue.js, it provides an intuitive interface for developers and system administrators.
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Signal’s first paid feature adds encrypted media and message backups
Signal is launching its first paid feature encrypted backups for $1.99/month, letting you save media and text history beyond 45 days. Free users can still back up the last 45 days of media and up to 100MB of messages. Backups are tied to a recovery key, not your account; lose the key and Signal can’t help recover it.
The feature is in Android beta now, with iOS and desktop support coming soon.
Signal is launching its first paid feature encrypted backups for $1.99/month, letting you save media and text history beyond 45 days. Free users can still back up the last 45 days of media and up to 100MB of messages. Backups are tied to a recovery key, not your account; lose the key and Signal can’t help recover it.
The feature is in Android beta now, with iOS and desktop support coming soon.
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Spotify Launches New 'Smart Filters' To Help Organize Your Library On The Fly
Spotify has introduced Smart Filters for Premium users in select countries (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, US) to organize saved music by genre, activity, or mood (e.g., funny, rebellious, relaxing). Accessible via a filters button in the app, it sorts your library based on chosen criteria, hiding non-matching songs until the filter is cleared. This is part of Spotify's ongoing updates, including direct messaging, a desktop mini player, and features like snoozing tracks for 30 days or hiding unwanted playlist songs.
Spotify has introduced Smart Filters for Premium users in select countries (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, US) to organize saved music by genre, activity, or mood (e.g., funny, rebellious, relaxing). Accessible via a filters button in the app, it sorts your library based on chosen criteria, hiding non-matching songs until the filter is cleared. This is part of Spotify's ongoing updates, including direct messaging, a desktop mini player, and features like snoozing tracks for 30 days or hiding unwanted playlist songs.
RSS co-creator launches new protocol for AI data licensing
A group of technologists and web publishers, led by RSS co-creator Eckart Walther, has launched the Real Simple Licensing (RSL) protocol to address the AI industry's training data licensing issues, prompted by lawsuits like Anthropic’s $1.5 billion copyright settlement. RSL enables scalable data licensing by allowing publishers to set terms in their "robots.txt" files and negotiate royalties through the RSL Collective, supported by major publishers like Reddit, Yahoo, and Quora. While some publishers already have individual deals, RSL aims to simplify licensing for smaller entities. Challenges remain, as tracking data usage in AI models is complex, and AI companies may resist paying for data traditionally accessed for free. RSL’s creators are optimistic, citing industry leaders’ calls for such a system.
A group of technologists and web publishers, led by RSS co-creator Eckart Walther, has launched the Real Simple Licensing (RSL) protocol to address the AI industry's training data licensing issues, prompted by lawsuits like Anthropic’s $1.5 billion copyright settlement. RSL enables scalable data licensing by allowing publishers to set terms in their "robots.txt" files and negotiate royalties through the RSL Collective, supported by major publishers like Reddit, Yahoo, and Quora. While some publishers already have individual deals, RSL aims to simplify licensing for smaller entities. Challenges remain, as tracking data usage in AI models is complex, and AI companies may resist paying for data traditionally accessed for free. RSL’s creators are optimistic, citing industry leaders’ calls for such a system.
Hyprland 0.51 Compositor Released With Reworked Gesture System, New Animations
Hyprland 0.51, a new feature release for the Wayland compositor, introduces a more flexible gesture system, including revamped trackpad gestures with customizable 1:1 finger/modifier/direction settings. It adds new configuration options, per-device scroll factor settings, DPMS animations, fade in/out animations for Wayland-native pop-ups, and defaults to 8-bit color screensharing to resolve issues with Chromium and Firefox. The release also includes various bug fixes and additional improvements.
Hyprland 0.51, a new feature release for the Wayland compositor, introduces a more flexible gesture system, including revamped trackpad gestures with customizable 1:1 finger/modifier/direction settings. It adds new configuration options, per-device scroll factor settings, DPMS animations, fade in/out animations for Wayland-native pop-ups, and defaults to 8-bit color screensharing to resolve issues with Chromium and Firefox. The release also includes various bug fixes and additional improvements.
Pixel 10 fights AI fakes with new Android photo verification tech
Google is bringing C2PA Content Credentials to Pixel 10 and Google Photos. Every photo taken on Pixel 10 will carry a secure, verifiable record of how it was created and whether it’s been edited or AI-generated.
The system uses cryptographic signing, secure key storage in the Titan M2 chip, one-time keys for each image, and on-device trusted timestamps. This ensures photos can’t be tampered with, while protecting user privacy. Google says this helps fight misinformation and deepfakes by offering trusted proof of authenticity. For now, it’s Pixel 10-only, but Google plans to expand it to more Android devices.
Google is bringing C2PA Content Credentials to Pixel 10 and Google Photos. Every photo taken on Pixel 10 will carry a secure, verifiable record of how it was created and whether it’s been edited or AI-generated.
The system uses cryptographic signing, secure key storage in the Titan M2 chip, one-time keys for each image, and on-device trusted timestamps. This ensures photos can’t be tampered with, while protecting user privacy. Google says this helps fight misinformation and deepfakes by offering trusted proof of authenticity. For now, it’s Pixel 10-only, but Google plans to expand it to more Android devices.
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Nintendo Switch emulator Eden is now available on the Google Play Store
Eden is now officially listed on the Google Play Store for Android 11+ devices, a significant milestone for Switch emulators. Built from Yuzu’s open-source code after its shutdown by Nintendo, Eden was created by developers who left the Citron project. While its Play Store presence increases visibility, it also risks attracting Nintendo’s attention.
Eden is now officially listed on the Google Play Store for Android 11+ devices, a significant milestone for Switch emulators. Built from Yuzu’s open-source code after its shutdown by Nintendo, Eden was created by developers who left the Citron project. While its Play Store presence increases visibility, it also risks attracting Nintendo’s attention.
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The next 20: Powering the future of entertainment together at Made on YouTube
YouTube is introducing new AI-powered tools for creators, announced at its "Made on YouTube" event. These tools will help with video creation and editing, especially for Shorts. YouTube Studio will also get new AI features. Other updates include improved live streaming, new podcasting tools, and more features for YouTube Music. The platform is also making it easier for creators to work with brands.
YouTube is introducing new AI-powered tools for creators, announced at its "Made on YouTube" event. These tools will help with video creation and editing, especially for Shorts. YouTube Studio will also get new AI features. Other updates include improved live streaming, new podcasting tools, and more features for YouTube Music. The platform is also making it easier for creators to work with brands.
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Google Introduces a New Search Bar for Windows
Google has launched a new experimental app for Windows that provides a faster and more integrated search experience. Currently available on personal accounts via Google’s Search Labs. You can use the keyboard shortcut Alt + Space to search from anywhere on your computer. The app also includes Google Lens and an AI mode for deeper, AI-powered responses.
Google has launched a new experimental app for Windows that provides a faster and more integrated search experience. Currently available on personal accounts via Google’s Search Labs. You can use the keyboard shortcut Alt + Space to search from anywhere on your computer. The app also includes Google Lens and an AI mode for deeper, AI-powered responses.
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Firefox DNS privacy: Faster than ever, now on Android
Firefox now offers DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) on Android, providing encrypted DNS for enhanced privacy. This feature, available in Firefox 143, is currently opt-in but may become the default in some regions after performance testing. In 2025, Firefox, in partnership with CIRA and Akamai, has made DoH lookups 61% faster, making them nearly as fast as native DNS. This ensures that users can enjoy the privacy benefits of DoH without a significant impact on performance. Mozilla remains committed to user privacy and transparency, giving users control over their DoH settings and ensuring that their DNS resolvers adhere to strict privacy standards.
Firefox now offers DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) on Android, providing encrypted DNS for enhanced privacy. This feature, available in Firefox 143, is currently opt-in but may become the default in some regions after performance testing. In 2025, Firefox, in partnership with CIRA and Akamai, has made DoH lookups 61% faster, making them nearly as fast as native DNS. This ensures that users can enjoy the privacy benefits of DoH without a significant impact on performance. Mozilla remains committed to user privacy and transparency, giving users control over their DoH settings and ensuring that their DNS resolvers adhere to strict privacy standards.
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Readest is an open-source ebook reader designed for immersive and deep reading experiences. Built as a modern rewrite of Foliate, it leverages Next.js 15 and Tauri v2 to deliver a smooth, cross-platform experience across macOS, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS, and the Web.
Credits: Omansh Krishn
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