It’s a big week for developer tools and media libraries. Visual Studio Code’s November 2025 update brings a major terminal upgrade, while Amazon makes a surprise move for Kindle book owners. Meanwhile, Plex is testing a new framework for custom metadata providers set to roll out in January.
Apple has rolled out macOS Sequoia 15.7.3, an update focused on important security fixes. The company has not yet detailed the specific vulnerabilities patched, but recommends all users install it immediately.
A new Microsoft report analyzing 37.5 million Copilot conversations shows a surprising trend. People are increasingly using the AI for emotional support and life advice, not just for facts or coding.
AMD has released the ROCm 7.10 developer preview, marking a significant step in its open-source compute platform. The update finally adds official support for the new Ryzen AI 300 “Strix Point” APUs and restores several older Instinct accelerators.
A new approach called P4 programming is letting companies redefine network hardware on the fly. It’s catching transaction delays traditional monitoring misses and moving security directly into servers.
OpenAI has released GPT-5.2, touting major improvements in how it handles conversations about suicide, self-harm, and emotional distress. This comes amid lawsuits alleging ChatGPT contributed to users’ mental health crises. The update also tweaks filters for mature content.
Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research (INPE) has inaugurated a new supercomputer named Jaci. It’s the first major step in a multi-year project to overhaul the country’s weather and climate forecasting infrastructure.
Apple’s next Studio Display is shaping up to be a significant refresh. New code suggests it will finally get 120Hz ProMotion and HDR support, likely powered by a new A19 chip.
Samsung has quietly rolled out a new “Second Screen” feature for its upcoming Galaxy Z TriFold. It lets the foldable phone function as a wireless external monitor for Windows PCs, unlocking new multitasking workflows.
Code hidden in a pre-release iOS 26 build points to a major overhaul for the Apple Studio Display. The 2026 model is expected to gain a 120Hz ProMotion display, HDR capabilities, and a modern A19 chip, leaving the current A13 model far behind.
