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The best mobile antivirus software of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
Tech Optimizer
May 5, 2026

The best mobile antivirus software of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Bitdefender Mobile Security is currently regarded as the best mobile antivirus software, achieving a 100% detection rate for malware on Android devices according to AV-TEST's August 2025 report. The 2026 version introduces App Anomaly Detection and includes features like Scam Alert and anti-theft tools. Sophos Intercept X for Mobile offers a free version with a perfect score in AV-TEST's comparisons and features such as multi-factor authentication and a Privacy Advisor. Surfshark Antivirus, part of the Surfshark One package, scored six out of six in AV-TEST's evaluations and includes various security tools, but is only available for Android, macOS, and Windows. Avast Mobile Security is a popular free option with robust features and achieved perfect scores in protection and usability in AV-TEST's September-October 2025 report. AVG Antivirus, operating on the same engine as Avast, also detected 100% of malware in AV-TEST's March-April 2025 evaluations and includes anti-theft tools.
A Long Story About How I Dug Into the PostgreSQL Source Code to Write my Own WAL Receiver
Tech Optimizer
May 5, 2026

A Long Story About How I Dug Into the PostgreSQL Source Code to Write my Own WAL Receiver

Researchers have unveiled a new AI model that enhances machine learning capabilities by streamlining data processing and improving predictive accuracy. The model incorporates advanced techniques for efficient training, leveraging deep learning algorithms and optimized data structures to analyze large datasets quickly and precisely. It offers enhanced data processing, scalability for growing business needs, and cost efficiency by reducing computational load. The model can learn from diverse data sources, making it adaptable for various applications and contributing to smarter decision-making and operational efficiencies.
Microsoft's new Windows 11 Run dialog is faster than the Windows 95-era version it's replacing
Winsage
May 5, 2026

Microsoft’s new Windows 11 Run dialog is faster than the Windows 95-era version it’s replacing

Microsoft is developing a modernized version of the Run dialog for Windows 11, featuring a streamlined design created using C# and WinUI 3. The new Run dialog has a median "time-to-show" of 94 milliseconds, which is an improvement over the old dialog's 103 milliseconds. This new version is designed to be more functional and user-friendly, allowing users to quickly access their home directory and supporting dark mode. The modern Run dialog is currently being rolled out as an opt-in feature for Insiders in the Experimental Channel.
Google's got a new tool for making sure your phone is running the Android apps it should
AppWizard
May 4, 2026

Google’s got a new tool for making sure your phone is running the Android apps it should

Google is expanding its Binary Transparency initiative, originally focused on verifying Pixel firmware, to include its Android applications and Mainline updates. This initiative aims to enhance user trust by providing a publicly auditable record of all official app and Mainline updates, ensuring that only certified Google-approved releases are documented. The updated system began implementation in May, allowing users to track every officially published Google Android app and Mainline module.
Valve Says 67.74% of Steam Users Are Now on Windows 11
Winsage
May 4, 2026

Valve Says 67.74% of Steam Users Are Now on Windows 11

67.74% of Steam users have transitioned to Windows 11 as of April 2026, with a month-over-month increase of 0.89 points. Windows 10 holds 25.63% of the market share, creating a gap of over 40 percentage points between the two operating systems. Windows 11's adoption on Steam has grown from 41.95% in December 2023 to 70.83% in December 2025. A notable drop in Windows 11 usage occurred in February 2026, but the April statistics indicate a recovery. The shift to Windows 11 is influencing developer decisions regarding DirectX 12 and optimizations for the operating system.
Microsoft confirms April Windows updates cause backup failures
Winsage
May 4, 2026

Microsoft confirms April Windows updates cause backup failures

Microsoft has acknowledged that the April 2026 security updates have disrupted the functionality of various third-party backup applications using the psmounterex.sys driver, raising concerns among users. The issue primarily affects software leveraging the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) snapshots, leading to failures due to VSS service timeouts. Notable impacted products include Macrium Reflect, Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, UrBackup Server, and NinjaOne Backup, used on Windows 11, Windows Server, and Windows 10 devices. Disruptions can manifest as failures to mount backup image files, errors or timeouts when browsing or restoring from backup images, and error messages related to VSS timeouts. Microsoft updated its support documentation to clarify that the April updates included a security hardening change that added psmounterex.sys to the vulnerable driver blocklist to protect against a high-severity buffer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2023-43896). Affected users are advised to upgrade to newer application versions with updated drivers and not to uninstall or pause the security update. Users can check if the Microsoft Vulnerable Driver Blocklist is blocking a driver by looking for Event ID 3077 in the Code Integrity Operational log. Additionally, Microsoft has alerted users that some Windows Server 2025 devices may boot into BitLocker recovery mode after installing the KB5082063 update and has issued out-of-band updates to address installation failures and restart loops affecting Windows Server systems after the April 2026 updates.
Windows 11 Gamer Base Grows as Linux Slips in Steam Survey Data
Winsage
May 4, 2026

Windows 11 Gamer Base Grows as Linux Slips in Steam Survey Data

As of April, Windows 11 represents 67.74% of the Steam gaming community, reflecting a 0.89% increase from the previous month. Linux-based systems have decreased to 4.52%, down 0.81% since March. The overall share of Windows-based gaming PCs has climbed by 1.14%, totaling 93.47% in the gaming sector. Windows 11 is favored by gamers for its game compatibility and user-friendly interface, while efforts to enhance Linux support for major AAA titles face challenges due to the complexities of the Linux ecosystem. Companies like Valve are working on tools to run Windows-exclusive games on other platforms.
Google finally explains why AICore uses so much storage
AppWizard
May 4, 2026

Google finally explains why AICore uses so much storage

Google's AICore app enhances on-device AI capabilities for Android users, offering features like text summarization and proofreading. The app's significant storage usage is by design, as it temporarily retains both old and new versions of AI models during updates for reliability, which can lead to storage consumption of up to 11GB. This approach aims to prevent disruptions in functionality during updates. Once the new update is stable, the extra storage will be released automatically. Users are concerned about storage limitations, particularly on devices with 128GB base storage, and are advocating for a standardization of 256GB base storage for AI-enabled Android phones.
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