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Valve Tightens Steam Early Access: 'Mature Themes' Blocked Valve has reportedly updated its Steam Early Access policy to no longer accept games with what it deems "mature themes." Developer Dammitbird says its adult adventure Heavy Hearts was rejected from Early Access under the new interpretation. The change follows mounting pressure from payment processors (notably Visa and Mastercard) to limit adults-only content on game marketplaces. What happened Dammitbird’s Heavy Hearts was denied Early Access placement, highlighting the new restriction. Payment processors have been pressuring platforms such as Steam and Itch.io since early summer; earlier this year, a title called No Mercy was taken down after intervention from card networks and an Australian anti-porn group. Itch.io changed its policies and removed thousands of titles; Steam has also removed hundreds of games as…

macOS 26 Tahoe — What’s New and How to Update Apple has released macOS 26 Tahoe (available from September 15, 2025). The update introduces a visual overhaul and productivity-focused improvements that tighten integration with iPhone and iPad. Highlights Liquid Glass design: New transparent elements, refractive sidebars, customizable light/dark/tinted/clear app icons and widgets. Spotlight: Major update — clipboard manager, automation actions (send emails/texts, file conversions) and richer search results. Finder & Desktop: Refreshed look with tinted icons, folder customization and support for desktop widgets. Phone app on Mac: Native Phone app mirrors iPhone features (Recents, Contacts, Voicemail, Call Screening, Hold Assist). Continuity: Live Activities from iPhone on Mac, tighter iPhone/iPad sync for workflows and shared features. New apps: Journal and Games apps added; Messages gains live translation and polls. Compatibility macOS…

iOS 26 is here — Is your iPhone eligible? Apple has released iOS 26 (public rollout began Sep 15). The update brings a major visual refresh called "Liquid Glass," new features like Live Translate, polls in Messages, redesigned Phone and Camera apps, more lock screen customizations, and other refinements. Highlights Liquid Glass design: revamped icons, floating buttons, unified visuals across Apple OSes. Live Translate: real‑time translation for calls and messages. Phone app redesign: combined contacts/recent/voicemail view and "Hold Assist." Polls in group Messages. New lock screen options: widgets, effects, focus improvements. Customizable alarm snooze (1–15 minutes) and a simpler Camera app. Screenshot tools: Google image search and ChatGPT integration from the editor. Ineligible 2018 iPhones Unlike last year, some older models are excluded from iOS 26 support. The following 2018…

Apple Releases watchOS 26 Apple has released watchOS 26 for all compatible Apple Watch models. The update brings a new “Liquid Glass” design, a spin gesture, a mobile Notes app, improvements to fitness and communication features, and a refreshed UI that better matches iPhone, iPad and Mac. Key features Liquid Glass: Translucent, refractive icons and controls for a glass‑like look. New spin gesture: Enhanced interactions using the Digital Crown. Notes app: Quick note‑taking on your wrist. Fitness & communication: Expanded health tools, Live Captions/Live Listen improvements and updated activity-focused faces. Unified design: UI updates to align watch faces and controls with iPhone, iPad and Mac. Compatibility: Available on all compatible Apple Watch models — check Apple’s release notes for device requirements and installation steps. More details: Apple watchOS 26 —…

iOS 26 Now Available — What’s New & How to Install Apple has released iOS 26. If your iPhone is compatible, install it now: Settings > General > Software Update. Key additions Liquid Glass — A new translucent, depth-adding visual theme across iOS that responds to on-screen surroundings. Apple Intelligence — Privacy-focused AI features including live translation in Messages, FaceTime and Phone; expanded Visual Intelligence for screenshots; improved Genmoji and Image Playground. Apple Music Automix — Automatic transitions between tracks for smoother DJ-like mixes (best with beat-driven genres). Communication improvements — Call screening, Hold Assist, enhanced Messages (polls, custom backgrounds, filters) and a simplified Phone app interface. More device OS updates — iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS 26 (Tahoe) adopt Liquid Glass and bring their own feature sets. How…

iPadOS 26 is here: Liquid Glass, new window system, Phone & Preview apps Apple has released iPadOS 26 alongside iOS 26 and macOS 26 (Tahoe). The update brings a major visual overhaul called Liquid Glass, a flexible new windowing system for improved multitasking, new built-in apps like Phone and Preview, and deeper AI integrations to speed up common workflows. Highlights Liquid Glass design: refreshed visuals with translucent menus, widgets and refined controls for a more fluid UI. New window system: flexible app windows, easier resizing and placement to boost productivity on iPad. New apps: Phone and Preview (and Journal in some regions) expand native functionality. AI & intelligence: on-device features for translation, smarter Shortcuts actions and content-aware helpers. Device support: iPadOS 26 requires devices with Apple’s Neural Engine; older unsupported…

iOS 26 is available for iPhone Apple has released iOS 26 with a range of updates that refresh the look and expand functionality across the system. Below is a concise overview and notes about device-specific limitations. Key new features Redesigned interface: Visual refinements and expanded personalization options. System-wide Apple Intelligence: Smarter suggestions, improved Reminders, and deeper integration with core apps. Messages: New tools like polls, richer backgrounds, and enhanced communication controls. Photos: Updated layouts and spatial 3D photo scenes inspired by visionOS tech. Journal app: New journaling app with multiple journals, inline images, and map views by location. Audio & Camera: High-definition recording via AirPods with the H2 chip and remote camera controls (requires newer AirPods/iPhone models). Accessibility: Expanded features including improved Braille support and vehicle motion cues. Device availability…

Amazon Fall Hardware Event — Sept 30, 2025: What to Expect Amazon has scheduled a press event for September 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET. Panos Panay, head of Amazon’s Devices & Services group, is expected to present — a strong sign the company will reveal new hardware. What the invite suggests The press invite reportedly included a composite image showing what appear to be a Kindle e-reader, a Fire TV device, and an Echo speaker. Those are three of Amazon’s major device categories, so updates across multiple product lines are possible. Rumors & possible announcements Kindle: An updated entry-level Kindle or refreshed Paperwhite could arrive — possible improvements include brighter front lights, better battery life, or updated e-ink options. Echo: A redesigned standard Echo with improved sound and tighter…

AirPods Pro (3rd gen) — Early Reviews: Sound, Fit & ANC Improved This afternoon Apple lifted embargoes for the first in-depth hands-on reviews of the third-generation AirPods Pro. Early test impressions show a consistent picture: Apple has improved sound quality, fit, and feature set without fundamentally changing the proven concept. What's better Sound: Reports note clearer, fuller audio and better bass response compared with the previous generation. Noise cancellation: Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and overall environmental isolation are described as improved. Fit and comfort: Adjustments to ear tips and housing reportedly deliver a better, more secure fit for more ear shapes. Features: Small but meaningful feature upgrades were mentioned while keeping the core AirPods Pro experience intact. Verdict Early reviews suggest the AirPods Pro (3rd gen) are a meaningful refinement…

Apple Watch Series 11: FDA Clears Hypertension Alerts — What You Need to Know Apple announced that the Apple Watch Series 11 (and Apple Watch Ultra 3) received FDA clearance for a new hypertension alerts feature. The watches begin shipping on September 19, 2025, and Apple says the feature will be available in 150+ countries. How the feature works The Watch uses its optical heart sensor and a new machine-learning algorithm trained on large datasets (reports cite studies involving 100,000+ participants) to look for patterns associated with high blood pressure over a month-long background monitoring period. It does not measure your blood pressure directly. Instead, it notifies users if patterns suggest possible hypertension so they can seek medical follow-up. Regulatory note Apple received FDA clearance for this alert — clearance…