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Sunday Safety Dance
Google has released an urgent update for its Chrome browser to address two zero-day vulnerabilities that were actively being exploited. Users are strongly advised to update their Chrome installations immediately to protect against potential malware threats.
Your ROG Xbox Ally X is about to get a free performance upgrade soon
The ASUS ROG Ally X handheld gaming PC will receive a free software update in April 2026 that introduces Automatic Super Resolution (Auto SR), Microsoft's AI-powered upscaling technology. This feature will enhance game visuals by upscaling from 720p to 1080p or higher, offering a performance boost of up to 30% without requiring developer integration. The update is exclusive to the ROG Ally X due to its AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chipset with a dedicated Neural Processing Unit.
Morning Safety Dance
Microsoft's March 2026 Patch Tuesday addresses various security vulnerabilities. The updates are part of Microsoft's regular security maintenance cycle to protect users from potential threats.
Discord rolls out a nice improvement for video calls on Linux
Discord has released a significant update for its Linux version, introducing background replacement for video calls. This update also includes performance enhancements, making the app launch faster, and improvements to accessibility features for users relying on screen readers.
Why Driving a Modern Car Feels More Like Playing a Game
Modern vehicles are increasingly resembling gaming systems due to advancements in user experience, interactive interfaces, and software-driven features. Dashboards with large screens, customizable settings, real-time feedback, and selectable driving modes mirror gaming conventions. This shift is driven by evolving driver expectations, technological integration, and the need for continuous improvement through over-the-air software updates, blurring the lines between cars as machines and as interactive digital platforms.
Nintendo Today 3.0.0 update out now, patch notes
The Nintendo Today application has received a new update, bringing it to version 3.0.0. While specific details regarding the fixes were not provided, Nintendo has stated that several issues have been resolved to improve the user experience.
Evening Safety Dance
Google is shifting to a bi-weekly release cycle for Chrome updates. This change aims to deliver new features and security patches to users more frequently.
Google introduces Find Hub updates and more AI tools in the March Pixel Drop
Google is rolling out new features for Pixel devices and the broader Android ecosystem, including updates to the Find Hub for location sharing and baggage tracking. The March Pixel Drop also introduces personalized Calling Cards, a Google Play Shorts feed for app discovery, and enhancements to AI features like Circle to Search and Magic Cue. Pixel smartwatches will receive new safety alerts and Express Pay access.
Morning Mobilization
Google is reportedly closing down Android, prompting opposition from 37 organizations. Meanwhile, Samsung is preparing a security update for Galaxy devices scheduled for March 2026, and Apple has unveiled a new MacBook Air.