Sifu, a martial arts game, will be launching on iPhone, iPad, and Android on October 12, with adapted touchscreen controls and full controller support.
An Android application named CareVocal (internally referred to as CareBridge) was developed to facilitate communication for the user's mother living in a village. The app features three buttons: green for "feeling good," yellow for "something hurts," and red for "need help." Tapping the red button triggers three actions: saving an entry for her doctor, generating a pre-filled SMS to trusted contacts, and opening the phone dialer with the local emergency number pre-typed. The app requires the user to confirm sending the SMS and calling the emergency number to comply with Google Play's restrictions.
During testing, issues arose where the SMS draft would not appear if the dialer was opened first, leading to adjustments in the code. A method was implemented to launch multiple intents simultaneously, ensuring that the SMS draft and dialer could be accessed without conflicts. Additionally, the recording feature was modified to start only after a second tap on the red button, separating it from the alert process to avoid distractions during emergencies. The app does not collect location data and is designed solely for logging and communication without diagnostic capabilities.
The iFLYTEK AINOTE Air 2 and AINote 2 are e-ink tablets with AI capabilities for voice transcription, excelling in note-taking and audio transcription but suffering from a sluggish user interface. The TCL Note A1 NXTPAPER features a matte NXTPAPER display for comfortable reading and writing but does not match the feel of e-ink, priced at £479. The Huion Note E is a budget-friendly Android tablet at £299, designed for productivity with a matte display and PenTech 3.0 EMR pen technology. It has an 8.4-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200, powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 processor, and offers approximately 6.5 hours of battery life. The tablet includes a handwriting recognition feature but lacks integrated voice transcription. It is designed to resemble a hardback book, with a PU leather folio case and a fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button. The display has a brightness of 300 nits and a refresh rate of 60 Hz, and while it supports a Reading Mode for a greyscale experience, it does not fully replicate an e-ink reading experience. The device has no expandable storage and limited USB 2.0 speeds for file transfers.
Panasonic's TOUGHBOOK lineup is celebrating its 30th anniversary, with a focus on evolving from rugged devices to intelligent edge computers. The TOUGHBOOK 33 and G3 models feature Intel's latest Core Ultra processors with AI capabilities, enabling local data processing and reducing reliance on cloud connectivity. The TOUGHBOOK 34 has a 12.4-inch display for in-vehicle use, while the G3 is compact with a 10.1-inch display for fieldwork. Both devices support unmanned systems and fleet intelligence applications, allowing for real-time data retrieval and management. The modular xPAK ecosystem enables users to adapt hardware configurations based on specific needs. Connectivity upgrades include 5G support and enhanced Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. The devices are designed for use in military, emergency response, and utility sectors, emphasizing their role as secure, connected, and AI-capable tools for critical missions.
An open-source, unofficial Nvidia GeForce Now client named Kasumi has been developed for jailbroken Nintendo 3DS consoles, allowing users to stream PC games directly on devices like the Nintendo 3DS, 3DS XL, and 2DS XL. Kasumi enables customization of control schemes and connection settings and supports a library of games from platforms such as Steam, Epic Games, and Ubisoft Connect. It utilizes Nvidia's servers for game rendering while the 3DS handles video and audio decoding and controller input. The application is designed to work within the limitations of the 3DS, capping frame rates at 30fps and bitrates at approximately 1Mbps. Server latency ranges from 60ms to 80ms, and a buffer is included to enhance gameplay experience. Kasumi allows for user-friendly control mapping and is compatible with the free version of GeForce Now, which includes a waiting queue and session limits. The project is still in active development, meaning users may experience some inconsistencies.
- Nintendo’s 2024 legal action against Tropic Haze, the team behind the Yuzu Switch emulator, ended with a $**.4 million settlement** and the shutdown of Yuzu.
- Lime3DS rose out of the shutdown of Yuzu and Citra as a community-maintained Citra fork, but development stopped in April 2025, leading to the creation of Azahar.
- Azahar is the successor project to Lime3DS, but the Android package name was not updated, causing confusion.
- Azahar is the default recommendation for 3DS emulation, consolidating the scattered forks that emerged after the shutdown of Yuzu and Citra.
- Azahar requires specific system files from a real Nintendo 3DS console, and users must dump their own game files legally.
AYANEO has launched the KONKR Pocket BLOCK handheld, featuring a Game Boy-style design and modest specifications. The device is priced at for the 2GB/32GB model and 9 for the 3GB/64GB variant, with promotional prices of and 9, respectively. The handheld is designed for emulation of retro games and includes a 3.33-inch 4:3 LCD screen, MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, 3,500mAh battery, Android 12, Bluetooth 5, microSD card slot, and Wi-Fi 5. It will start shipping at the end of October in Atoms White, Cube Purple, and Original Grey color options.
Users can expect an enhanced overlay experience in Google Gemini, introducing a Chat/Task selector within the interface. The updated overlay will feature dedicated buttons for recent conversations and a Proactive Assistance button for immediate access to interactions. In version 17.62.9 of the Google app, users can toggle between "Chat" and "Task" modes, improving accessibility. The overlay includes a bell icon for quick access to recent chats and a currently inactive Proactive Assistance icon. A new Browser settings page allows users to choose between using Chrome on their devices or a remote browser for internet access while away. These enhancements aim to provide greater control and a more tailored experience.
Users of the Google Photos app are experiencing a bug that makes editing functions unresponsive, particularly affecting the Share, Edit, Add to, and Trash buttons after editing a photo. This issue has been acknowledged by Google, which is working on a resolution. The bug impacts various devices, especially across Pixel phone generations (from Pixel 8 to Pixel 11) and other brands like the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Temporary workarounds include using the “Save as copy” option for edits and visiting photos.google.com for sharing or deleting edited photos.
Microsoft has unveiled two new Surface PCs, the Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch, which will not carry the Copilot+ branding. The redesigned Surface Mouse is set to launch later this month with a soft-touch finish and improved haptics. The decision to not label the new Surface devices as Copilot+ PCs reflects a shift in Microsoft's AI PC development strategy, influenced by feedback from manufacturers. Microsoft’s branding strategy has faced scrutiny due to the extensive use of the Copilot name across various products, leading to confusion among users. However, Microsoft clarified that the discontinuation of Copilot+ PCs does not indicate the end of the Copilot platform, which is set to evolve with significant enhancements.
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