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Mist 0.30 adds macOS 26 (Tahoe) support Mist (open-source) has been updated to version 0.30 and now supports macOS 26 "Tahoe". The app, maintained by developer Nindi Gill (ninxsoft), can download full macOS installer packages and firmware from Apple's servers so you can create bootable USB installers or update Macs that are offline. What’s new in 0.30 Support for macOS 26 (Tahoe) installers and related firmware files. Bug fixes and some visual/icon updates for Tahoe. Key features Download full macOS installers and IPSW/firmware directly from Apple servers. Filter by Mac model compatibility and beta/dev releases (requires appropriate Apple ID). Create bootable installer media (requires running helper with admin privileges). Available as a DMG and via Homebrew cask. Where to get it Official releases are hosted on GitHub: https://github.com/ninxsoft/Mist/releases Additional coverage…

Doug Bowser to Step Down as Nintendo of America President & COO Nintendo has announced that Doug Bowser, President and Chief Operating Officer of Nintendo of America (NoA), will step down effective December 31, 2025. Leadership responsibilities will be split: Devon Pritchard, NoA's Executive Vice President of Revenue, Marketing and Consumer Experience, will take over as President, while Satoru Shibata will serve as the company's CEO. “Leading Nintendo of America has been the honor of a lifetime, and I am proud of what our team has accomplished in both business results and the experiences we’ve created for consumers... Now, it’s time for the next generation of leadership and Devon’s track record speaks for itself,” Doug Bowser said in a statement. Key points Departure effective date: December 31, 2025. Successors: Devon…

Meta Launches 'Vibes' — AI Short-Video Feed in Meta AI App Meta has added a new feature called Vibes to the Meta AI app and website: a short-form, TikTok-style feed for AI-generated videos. Users can scroll other people’s AI-created clips, remix or adapt existing videos, build new ones from scratch, and share via direct message or cross-post to Instagram and Facebook. Key features Personalized feed of AI-generated short videos. Remix tools to adapt existing clips (add music, change style, layer edits). Options to DM videos or cross-post to Instagram and Facebook. Planned future additions of more AI creation features. According to a Threads post by Mark Zuckerberg, Vibes is “an early look at some of the new product directions we’re exploring.” Meta also said its Meta Superintelligence Labs will work…

Trump Signs Executive Order Approving TikTok US Sale to American Investors President Donald Trump has signed an executive order finalizing terms for a deal that would place TikTok’s U.S. business under American control. According to reports, a group of U.S.-based investors including Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX will hold a majority stake; ByteDance will retain a 19.9% stake and keep control of TikTok’s recommendation algorithm. Key facts U.S. investors (reported core group: Oracle, Silver Lake, MGX) will own a large share of the new U.S. TikTok entity. ByteDance will retain a 19.9% stake and reportedly will continue to license the app’s recommendation algorithm. Vice President J.D. Vance said the arrangement ensures U.S. investors will "control over how the algorithm pushes content toward users." The new company’s valuation has been reported…

Google Asks Supreme Court to Pause Epic Games Injunction Google has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to temporarily stay a permanent injunction from the Epic Games antitrust case that would require Google to open the Play Store to third‑party app stores for three years and ban certain pre‑installation and billing arrangements. The company filed its request ahead of the injunction’s effective date, asking the justices to act by October 17. What the injunction would do Require Google to allow third‑party Android app stores to operate and distribute apps alongside Google Play for three years. Prohibit Google from requiring apps to use Google Play Billing for in‑app purchases and bar exclusive pre‑install deals that favor Play. Google's arguments for a stay Security and safety risks: Google says opening the ecosystem could…

ExpressVPN — Quick Summary & Findings (2025) Short take: ExpressVPN delivers on its "just working" promise — fast speeds, strong security, and a very simple interface. It trades advanced customization for ease of use and charges a premium for that reliability. Key findings at a glance Speed: Retains ~93% of download speed and ~98% of upload speed on average in worldwide tests. Security: OpenVPN, IKEv2 and Lightway protocols; no detected IP/DNS/WebRTC leaks in tests; RAM-only servers (TrustedServer). Usability: Extremely simple, consistent UI across platforms; set-and-forget experience. Drawbacks: Limited customization, higher price point ($12.95/month or ~$99.95/year), some virtual server locations. Details ExpressVPN is ideal for users who want a VPN that "just works": it unblocks streaming libraries reliably, maintains high speeds globally, and keeps core privacy promises. Advanced users may miss…

xAI sues OpenAI alleging trade secret theft Elon Musk’s xAI has filed a federal lawsuit accusing OpenAI of stealing trade secrets, alleging that several former xAI employees—named in the complaint—transferred proprietary information to OpenAI. The complaint cites examples including source code exfiltration and details about xAI’s rapid data‑center deployment methods. Key points xAI alleges engineers and a senior finance executive took confidential materials to OpenAI, giving it an unfair competitive advantage. xAI specifically names former employees such as Xuechen Li and Jimmy Fraiture in the complaint. OpenAI issued a statement denying interest in other labs’ trade secrets and saying it will not tolerate breaches of confidentiality. This suit follows other legal actions between Musk’s companies and OpenAI, including antitrust and business‑status disputes. Quotes from filings & statements “A broader and…

Anker Nebula X1 Pro — Kickstarter pre-orders live Anker has opened pre-orders for the Soundcore Nebula X1 Pro: an all‑in‑one home theater system that combines a 4K projector with a soundbar, subwoofer and two satellite speakers for Dolby Atmos playback. The campaign launched on Kickstarter with an early‑bird price starting at $3,000 (expected MSRP around $5,000). Deliveries are expected this December. Key features 4K projector with motorized lens for easy setup Integrated soundbar + floating subwoofer (spring‑mounted to reduce vibration) + 2 wireless satellite speakers Dolby Atmos support IP43 protection (light rain & dust) — suitable for outdoor gatherings Portable design: retractable power cable, telescopic handle and rolling wheels Can stream audio without video; includes two wireless microphones How it compares This is an upgrade of the Nebula X1 (the…

Fire Emblem Shadows — mobile spin-off mixes tactics with social deductionFire Emblem Shadows — mobile spin-off mixes tactics with social deductionNintendo’s new mobile spin-off, Fire Emblem Shadows, is available now on iOS and Android. The free-to-play title blends the series’ tactical roots with social-deduction mechanics: after battles, players vote to identify a treacherous disciple of shadow — the vote changes how the next encounter plays out.GameplayPlayers lead groups of archetypal heroes (royals, rogues, etc.) through an underground labyrinth. Rather than directly controlling characters in combat, you watch their planned paths across the map and deploy spells to damage enemies, heal allies, or grant buffs as they move. Early battles can feel hands-off, but difficulty and complexity ramp up as you progress.Roles & VotingAt the start players choose to be a…

OpenAI ChatGPT Pulse — Personalized Daily Summaries OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Pulse, an early preview feature (available to Pro subscribers) that proactively delivers personalized daily updates. Pulse synthesizes asynchronous research and your chat memory to surface concise visual summaries you can scan or expand for more detail. What Pulse does Provides a daily bulletin of personalized updates and recommendations. Draws on your chat history and saved memories; OpenAI has noted potential integrations with calendar and email if you connect them. Lets you direct Pulse toward or away from topics and give feedback to refine future summaries. Examples of recommendations Follow-ups on projects you discuss often. Quick, healthy dinner ideas for the evening. Next steps for longer-term goals, such as training plans. Availability & privacy notes Pulse is currently offered to…