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Roblox is testing a DLSS 5-like AI system that generates photorealistic visuals
Posted on Friday May 01, 2026
Roblox Reality combines the popular game creation platform's real-time graphics engine with an AI-powered video generator to dramatically increase the visual quality of user creations. The hybrid architecture does not yet run in real time, but Roblox aims to launch the first iteration in late 2026 or early 2027.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
First trailer for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil teases a darker take on the franchise
Posted on Friday May 01, 2026
Resident Evil promises an all-new story that follows a medical courier called Bryan, who isn't having a good night.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Microsoft admits Windows 11 lost its way, Nadella pledges to "win back fans"
Posted on Friday May 01, 2026
During Microsoft's fiscal Q3 2026 earnings call, Nadella put consumer Windows front and center. As part of Microsoft's broader push to reconnect with users across its platforms, he framed the Windows strategy as a back-to-basics project around performance, quality and core UX. "When it comes to our consumer business, we...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Ubuntu is adding AI features, and it's on a collision course with its own user base
Posted on Friday May 01, 2026
Earlier this week, Canonical VP Engineering Jon Seager unveiled the company's plan for integrating AI solutions into Ubuntu. The open source operating system, one of the most popular Linux distros for general desktop usage and cloud instances, is going to adopt many AI-based features for accessibility and other tasks. Users...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Meta contractor fires 1,100 AI trainers after they revealed Ray-Ban glasses recorded private and intimate footage
Posted on Friday May 01, 2026
Meta has quietly ended its relationship with a vendor that helped train its generative AI systems using footage captured through Ray-Ban smart glasses. The contractor, Sama, subsequently announced the termination of 1,108 employees – some of whom alleged they were punished after coming forward about the sensitive nature of the...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Security researcher just turned the PS5 into a Linux PC, and it can run GTA V at 60fps
Posted on Thursday April 30, 2026
The process relies on a patched vulnerability that allows the PS5 to boot into a Linux environment. It effectively turns the console into a temporary PC, with some obvious limitations. The modification is not permanent – every reboot wipes the setup, requiring users to reload Linux each time the system...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Microsoft releases the earliest DOS source code ever discovered as open source
Posted on Thursday April 30, 2026
Microsoft has officially released another significant piece of DOS history. The "Paterson Listings" include the earliest known source code related to the DOS platform ever discovered, the company explained, providing scanned listings and several transcribed portions that have been converted into compilable source code.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
EU is considering new rules for cloud and AI under the Digital Markets Act
Posted on Thursday April 30, 2026
The DMA, which took effect in May 2023, currently applies to companies including Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Booking.com, ByteDance, Meta, and Microsoft. These firms are designated as "gatekeepers," a status that comes with rules intended to prevent them from using their scale to block competition.Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Early tests show minimal performance impact from new budget HUDIMM DDR5 memory
Posted on Thursday April 30, 2026
The new HUDIMM memory modules are expected to significantly reduce memory bandwidth and I/O throughput, but the change should not affect overall performance in gaming-focused systems. According to benchmark sessions recorded by YouTuber Bryan B., a "simulated" HUDIMM DDR5 module appears capable of competing with two standard DDR5 UDIMM sticks....Read Entire Article Continue Reading »
Solar-powered cars are impractical at scale but this tiny build finds a sweet spot
Posted on Thursday April 30, 2026
Earlier this year, YouTuber Simon Sörensen built a compact two-seat solar car using parts from two electric bikes. Instead of developing a full automotive platform, he reused existing e-bike drivetrains and built a lightweight vehicle around them. The approach keeps both cost and complexity down while making better use of...Read Entire Article Continue Reading »