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NothingOS update removes lock screen ads and Meta bloatware

To address user backlash, smartphone maker Nothing is rolling out a software update that removes two of its most criticized features: intrusive lock screen ads and pre-installed bloatware. The new software update addresses complaints that erupted late last year after users discovered their devices, known for a clean software approach, came with unwanted software. The first major change is the removal of “Lock Glimpse.” This feature, which displayed promotional content and notifications on the lock screen, will be completely taken away from all Nothing Phone a Series devices, except for the Phone (a) Lite. The company stated the decision was “based on feedback” and that the feature will only return “once it’s meaningfully improved to feel less intrusive.” The second, and perhaps most welcomed, fix tackles bloatware. Owners of the Nothing Phone 3a lite can now fully uninstall three Meta apps: Meta App Installer, Meta App Manager, and Meta Services. Previously, users could only di...

Philips Hue’s SpatialAware feature provides users with coordinated room lighting

Smart lighting leader Philips Hue revealed a new feature called SpatialAware , designed to end the problem of mismatched or chaotic smart light colors in a room. The software, which will launch this 2026, aims to create perfectly harmonized lighting scenes by understanding the physical layout of a space. It works exclusively with the professional-grade Hue Bridge Pro. Users scan their room with a smartphone camera, using augmented reality to map the exact location of each light fixture. A smart algorithm then uses this spatial data to coordinate every bulb and fixture. For example, in a “sunset” scene, lights on one side of the room will emit warm yellow tones, while ceiling lights on the opposite side will show darker, cooler shades to create a natural, immersive effect. The system will also automatically incorporate any new lights added to the room after the initial setup. The company stated this technology ensures lights are “perfectly coordinated” instead of being a “colorful ...

BLUETTI unveils Charger 2 with combined solar and engine charging

If you’ve ever been camping or off-roading and worried about your portable power station running out of juice, a new gadget aims to be the ultimate solution. BLUETTI , a company known for its portable power products, has just unveiled the Charger 2 at the CES 2026 tech show. This device solves a specific problem for adventurers: how to charge your batteries from multiple sources without constantly switching cables. The original BLUETTI Charger let users tap into their vehicle’s alternator, using the engine’s power to recharge a portable battery while driving. The new Charger 2 keeps that feature but adds a crucial second option. Now, you can also connect your rooftop solar panels. This means you can harvest energy from both the sun and your engine at the same time, ensuring you arrive at your destination with as much power as possible. According to BLUETTI, the Charger 2’s dual-input system can handle up to 600 watts from solar panels and 800 watts from a vehicle’s engine simultaneo...

Roblox makes age verification mandatory for chat feature worldwide

Roblox announced that all players worldwide must verify their age if they want to use the platform’s in-game chat feature. The move comes after growing pressure from regulators and lawsuits filed by states, including Louisiana and Texas, over child safety concerns. Previously, age verification was optional. Now, to access chat, users must prove their age. Players aged 13 and older can choose to verify with a government-issued ID. For all other players, the primary method will be facial age estimation. This requires users to take a live selfie, which is analyzed by Roblox’s third-party partner, Persona. The company states these images are deleted immediately after processing. This system was tested late last year in New Zealand, Australia, and the Netherlands. Roblox reports that half of its daily active users in those regions have already completed the verification. 5 reasons why adults enjoy Roblox What is this ‘Grow a Garden’ phenomenon hitting the internet? Best Roblox Tower...

NVIDIA DLSS 4.5: 6x Frame Generation, Better Image Quality

NVIDIA was at CES 2026 unveiling big upgrades to its Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) tech. The new DLSS 4.5 comes with NVIDIA’s second-generation Super Resolution transformer model. Plus, a new 6x Multi Frame Generation Mode for GeForce RTX 50-series models. This one utilizes AI to generate up to five extra frames for every single rendered. The new DLSS 4.5 is inclusive and is now available on all RTX GPUs. However, its full potential is only realized on the RTX 40 and RTX 50 series cards. This tech aims to improve experience on 240Hz 4K monitors. Meanwhile, the new transformer model will help improve image quality and lower the artifacting DLSS 4 suffers from. The company is also releasing a new Dynamic Multi Frame Generation Mode that intelligently switches between different Multi Frame Generation models. DLSS 4.5 is now available and supports more than 400 games and apps via the NVIDIA app. The 6x Multi Frame Generation and Dynamic Frame Generation modes will ...

ASUS ProArt PZ14: Snapdragon X2 Elite CPU, 14″ 144Hz OLED, Stylus support

ASUS’s most powerful creator tablet is now official. Check out the new ASUS ProArt PZ14. The ASUS ProArt PZ14 is a tablet-laptop hybrid. All the power is behind the screen, so you can enjoy its power and portability anywhere. For more serious work, you can fold out the kickstand and attach the magnetic keyboard. It is made of CNC-machined aluminum material with a smudge-free Nano Black colorway. It is also very light, at under a kilogram, and is almost as thin as a smartphone at 9mm. The new ProArt should offer fast and efficient performance with its Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite processor with up to 80 TOPS NPU. Thanks to this, you can expect incredible longevity from its 75WH battery. We then have the 14-inch ASUS Lumina Pro OLED touchscreen with a 144Hz refresh rate, and it supports the ASUS Pen 3.0 stylus. It ships with Windows 11 Home and is a Copilot+ PC with tons of AI Features. Pricing and availability details for the ASUS ProArt PZ14 are yet to be announced. ...