System Update
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Valve rolls out the red carpet for its new Steam controller with battery warnings, gamepad quick-chat and—bonus!—remote download controls
Valve has released a new Steam client update, bringing several new features for PC and Steam Deck users. Key additions include low battery warnings for wireless gamepads, a quick-chat feature for Steam chat, and enhanced remote download management. The update also improves remote play functionality and addresses various bugs.
Steam update adds battery indicator for wireless gamepads, quick chat, remote downloads management and more
Valve has released a new Steam client update across all platforms, introducing a battery indicator for wireless gamepads in Big Picture Mode, a quick chat feature for easier in-game communication, and remote download management for other systems like the Steam Deck. The update also includes numerous general performance improvements and bug fixes for desktop and macOS clients.
Amazon brings dark mode to Kindle Colorsoft and Scribe Colorsoft
Amazon is rolling out a software update for the Kindle Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, introducing a dark mode and Smart Shapes for notebooks. The update allows users to customize settings for menus and offers a hold-to-snap tool for drawing shapes freehand, aiming to enhance the note-taking experience on these devices.
Morning Metaverse
BleachBit has released version 6.0.0 of its system cleaning software. The update information was shared via Broadband Bulletin.
'No stability fixes? Is this even an update?' — New PS5 software update is a big one, adding... more…
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 software update, version 26.03-13.20.00, which adds more emoji reactions for messages and improves usability. Players expressed disappointment, hoping for stability fixes instead. The update also ties into Sony's new age verification system rolling out in the UK and Ireland, which will become mandatory in June 2026 for access to communication features.
Morning Consolidation
Recent updates for Xbox Series X/S allow users to disable the Quick Resume feature. Additionally, a PlayStation 5 system update, version 26.03-13.20.00.06, was released on April 23.
PS5 Gets Surprise System Update for April 2026, Patch Notes Out
Sony has released a minor system software update for the PlayStation 5, version 26.03-13.20.00, which is less than 1 GB and primarily improves communication features by adding more emojis for message reactions. The update also includes unannounced back-end feature updates that users may need to restart their console to install.
PS5 Firmware Update Out Now, We Hope You Like Emojis
A new PlayStation 5 system software update, version 26.03-13.20.00, is now available, adding more emoji reaction options for messages. The update also includes minor improvements to the readability and usability of certain screens within the console's user interface.
New PS5 Update Is Out Now, And It Doesn't Even Mention Stability
A new firmware update, version 26.03-13.20.00, is now available for PlayStation 5 consoles. This update primarily adds an expanded selection of emojis for message reactions and improves messages and usability on some screens, rather than focusing on system stability. The update comes as PS5 console prices have seen increases and amidst market conditions influenced by chip shortages and AI investment.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 1.0.1 update out now, patch notes
Nintendo has released version 1.0.1 for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Nintendo Switch, addressing unspecified issues to improve the gameplay experience. The company also released updates for Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Tennis Fever.
Proton Experimental upgraded to Proton 11 for better Linux gaming compatibility
Valve has updated Proton Experimental to align with the latest stable Proton 11 release, enhancing compatibility for Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This update includes fixes for various regressions and adds support for numerous previously unplayable titles, alongside improvements to graphics, audio, and controller functionality.
Morning Metaverse
Mozilla has released Firefox version 150.0, introducing an improved Split View feature and enhancements to its PDF editor. The update also includes several other new functionalities for users.
'I've read your reviews': AOC says its software is 'one of the most highlighted' problems and it's 'finally, finally' updating its OSD
AOC acknowledges that its on-screen display (OSD) software has been a significant point of criticism in reviews and is finally working on an update. Cesar Reyes Acosta, European Commercial Leader for AOC, confirmed the company is aware of the issues and plans to unify the user interface across its gaming monitor lines.
PSA: Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Switch 2 Edition Has Received Another Small Update
Nintendo has released a minor update for Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Nintendo Switch, bringing the game to version 1.2.1. The update includes general "adjustments and fixes" to improve the gameplay experience. This follows previous updates that added amiibo support and other changes related to the Switch 2 Edition.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder 1.2.1 update out now, patch notes
Nintendo has released version 1.2.1 of Super Mario Bros. Wonder for the Nintendo Switch. This update includes general adjustments and fixes to improve the gameplay experience, though specific details were not provided.
GameCube app updated to Version 1.6.1 and fixes Pokemon XD crashing issue
Nintendo has released version 1.6.1 of its GameCube app for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members. This update specifically addresses a bug in Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness that caused the game to crash during gameplay.
SteamOS 3.8.2 Beta brings fixes for security issues, trackpad on Legion Go and Borderlands 2
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.2 Beta, introducing fixes for security vulnerabilities, trackpad issues on the Legion Go, and a crash bug in Borderlands 2. The update also includes general stability improvements, enhanced controller support for various handheld devices like the ASUS ROG Ally and GPD Win 5, and updates to the KDE Plasma desktop environment to version 6.4.3 with Wayland as the default.
Evening Tech Bits
FileZilla has released version 3.70.1. The update is noted with thanks to Ant.
New PS5 UI Explained: Who Has the Update and What’s Different
Sony is rolling out a new user interface update for the PlayStation 5, which reorganizes categories like PS Store, PS Plus, Games, Library, and Media into separate tabs. This update is not a beta and does not require a download, but is being deployed server-side and is not yet available to all users globally. The changes are minor, focusing on tab organization rather than themes or other major features.
Evening Metaverse
WinSCP has released version 6.3.8 as a hotfix update. The specific details of the update were not provided beyond the version number.