Expanding our product organization
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m04/expanding-our-product-organization.html?source=rss
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m04/expanding-our-product-organization.html?source=rss
Cisco's Common Hardware Group will join the Product Organization led by Jeetu Patel.
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New on Apple TV in May 2026: 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,' a 'For All Mankind' Spinoff and More
https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/new-on-apple-tv-may-2026-maximum-pleasure-guaranteed-for-all-mankind/
Apple TV's got some big projects landing this month.
https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/new-on-apple-tv-may-2026-maximum-pleasure-guaranteed-for-all-mankind/
Apple TV's got some big projects landing this month.
'House of the Dragon' Season 3 Gets a Streaming Premiere Date
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/house-of-the-dragon-season-3-streaming-premiere-date/
Plus, watch a new teaser for the Game of Thrones prequel.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/house-of-the-dragon-season-3-streaming-premiere-date/
Plus, watch a new teaser for the Game of Thrones prequel.
OpenAI's Rumored Phone Would Replace Apps With AI Agents
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openais-rumored-phone-would-replace-apps-with-ai-agents/
Past rumors have speculated that the company behind ChatGPT could have several different devices in the works.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openais-rumored-phone-would-replace-apps-with-ai-agents/
Past rumors have speculated that the company behind ChatGPT could have several different devices in the works.
Artemis II Was a Rousing Success, So What's Next for NASA?
https://www.cnet.com/science/space/artemis-ii-was-a-rousing-success-so-whats-coming-up-next-for-nasa/
NASA's plan has three major components, which would eventually culminate in a constant human presence on the moon.
https://www.cnet.com/science/space/artemis-ii-was-a-rousing-success-so-whats-coming-up-next-for-nasa/
NASA's plan has three major components, which would eventually culminate in a constant human presence on the moon.
Valve's New Steam Controller, Coming May 4, May Be My Favorite Controller, Period
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/valves-new-steam-controller-coming-may-4-may-be-my-favorite-controller-period/
It's a fantastic Steam Deck extension for your TV, and a lot more.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/valves-new-steam-controller-coming-may-4-may-be-my-favorite-controller-period/
It's a fantastic Steam Deck extension for your TV, and a lot more.
Valve's Steam Controller Gets Some Major Design Changes video
https://www.cnet.com/videos/valves-steam-controller-gets-some-major-design-changes/
Valve is bringing back the Steam Controller, and it's a massive upgrade over the original. From the $99 price tag to where this could fit in the Valve lineup, we're breaking down what we like, how it handles, and why this is the perfect companion for the Steam Deck, Steam Machine or any gaming PC.
https://www.cnet.com/videos/valves-steam-controller-gets-some-major-design-changes/
Valve is bringing back the Steam Controller, and it's a massive upgrade over the original. From the $99 price tag to where this could fit in the Valve lineup, we're breaking down what we like, how it handles, and why this is the perfect companion for the Steam Deck, Steam Machine or any gaming PC.
Samsung's New Wallet Feature Finds Your Travel Plans and Builds an Itinerary
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/samsung-wallet-trips-feature-travel-itinerary/
Trips is a new feature that recognizes and curates important details from plane tickets, event bookings and more.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/samsung-wallet-trips-feature-travel-itinerary/
Trips is a new feature that recognizes and curates important details from plane tickets, event bookings and more.
Phone-Maker Nothing Revives Android-to-Computer File Sharing Tool
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/nothing-android-computer-file-sharing-tool/
The London-based consumer electronics brand released and then removed its new file-sharing app in favor of a more cumbersome tool.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/nothing-android-computer-file-sharing-tool/
The London-based consumer electronics brand released and then removed its new file-sharing app in favor of a more cumbersome tool.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide Could Get More Screen and Less Camera, Insider Says
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-z-fold-8-wide-more-screen-less-camera-insider-says/
A reputable leaker says new Samsung foldables will get smaller selfie cameras.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/galaxy-z-fold-8-wide-more-screen-less-camera-insider-says/
A reputable leaker says new Samsung foldables will get smaller selfie cameras.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for April 28, #786
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-28-786/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for April 28, No. 786.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-28-786/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for April 28, No. 786.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for April 28, #1774
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-april-28-1774/
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for April 28, No. 1,774.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-april-28-1774/
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for April 28, No. 1,774.
Microsoft Outlook's Outage Is Fixed, but You May Have to Log Back In
https://www.cnet.com/news-live/is-microsoft-outlook-down-microsoft-april-27-2026/
If you're on iOS, you might have to take some steps to get connected again after a day-long email glitch.
https://www.cnet.com/news-live/is-microsoft-outlook-down-microsoft-april-27-2026/
If you're on iOS, you might have to take some steps to get connected again after a day-long email glitch.
Qubes OS 4.2 approaching end of life
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/04/27/qubes-os-4-2-approaching-end-of-life/
Qubes OS 4.2 is scheduled to reach end-of-life (EOL) on 2026-06-21, approximately two months from the date of this announcement.
Recommended actions
If you’re currently using Qubes 4.2, you should upgrade to Qubes 4.3 (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html) no later than 2026-06-21. There are two ways to upgrade:
Perform a clean installation of Qubes 4.3. (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html#clean-installation-of-qubes-4-3) This involves backing up your current system, replacing your current installation with a fresh Qubes 4.3 installation, then restoring from your backup. Many users find this option to be simpler, easier, and less error-prone. However, if you’ve made extensive customizations in dom0, they may need to be redone.
Perform an in-place upgrade from Qubes 4.2 to Qubes 4.3. (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html#in-place-upgrade-from-qubes-4-2-to-qubes-4-3) Instead of replacing your existing installation, this method involves installing a special command-line tool in dom0, then using it to upgrade your existing Qubes 4.2 installation to Qubes 4.3. This is a more complex multi-stage process, which makes it most suitable for advanced users. This method preserves your qubes and all the customizations you’ve made in dom0 that are compatible with the in-place upgrade process. While not strictly required, we still strongly recommend making a full backup (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/how-to-guides/how-to-back-up-restore-and-migrate.html) before attempting an in-place upgrade. This way, if anything goes wrong, your data is still safe, and you always have the option of falling back to performing a clean installation.
(If you’re already on Qubes 4.3, then you don’t have to do anything. This announcement doesn’t apply to you.)
What does end-of-life (EOL) mean?
When a Qubes OS release reaches end-of-life (EOL), it’s no longer supported. This means that bugs discovered in that release will no longer be fixed, and enhancements will no longer be added. Most importantly, releases that have reached EOL no longer receive security updates, which is why it’s critically important to upgrade to a supported release.
What about patch releases?
The Qubes OS Project uses the semantic versioning (https://semver.org/) standard. Version numbers are written as [major].[minor].[patch]. When a major or minor release reaches EOL, all of its patch releases also reach EOL. For example, when we say that “Qubes 4.2” (without specifying a [patch] number) is approaching EOL, we’re specifying a particular minor release, inclusive of all patch releases within it. This means that Qubes 4.2.0, 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, and 4.2.4 will all reach EOL at the same time (on 2026-06-21), since they’re all patch releases of the same minor release.
How are EOL dates determined?
According to our support policy (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/supported-releases.html#qubes-os), stable Qubes OS releases are supported for six months after each subsequent major or minor release (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html). This means that Qubes 4.2 reaches EOL six months after Qubes 4.3 was released. Since Qubes 4.3.0 was released on 2025-12-21 (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2025/12/21/qubes-os-4-3-0-has-been-released/), Qubes 4.2’s EOL date is six months later, which is 2026-06-21.
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/04/27/qubes-os-4-2-approaching-end-of-life/
Qubes OS 4.2 is scheduled to reach end-of-life (EOL) on 2026-06-21, approximately two months from the date of this announcement.
Recommended actions
If you’re currently using Qubes 4.2, you should upgrade to Qubes 4.3 (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html) no later than 2026-06-21. There are two ways to upgrade:
Perform a clean installation of Qubes 4.3. (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html#clean-installation-of-qubes-4-3) This involves backing up your current system, replacing your current installation with a fresh Qubes 4.3 installation, then restoring from your backup. Many users find this option to be simpler, easier, and less error-prone. However, if you’ve made extensive customizations in dom0, they may need to be redone.
Perform an in-place upgrade from Qubes 4.2 to Qubes 4.3. (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/upgrade/4_3.html#in-place-upgrade-from-qubes-4-2-to-qubes-4-3) Instead of replacing your existing installation, this method involves installing a special command-line tool in dom0, then using it to upgrade your existing Qubes 4.2 installation to Qubes 4.3. This is a more complex multi-stage process, which makes it most suitable for advanced users. This method preserves your qubes and all the customizations you’ve made in dom0 that are compatible with the in-place upgrade process. While not strictly required, we still strongly recommend making a full backup (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/how-to-guides/how-to-back-up-restore-and-migrate.html) before attempting an in-place upgrade. This way, if anything goes wrong, your data is still safe, and you always have the option of falling back to performing a clean installation.
(If you’re already on Qubes 4.3, then you don’t have to do anything. This announcement doesn’t apply to you.)
What does end-of-life (EOL) mean?
When a Qubes OS release reaches end-of-life (EOL), it’s no longer supported. This means that bugs discovered in that release will no longer be fixed, and enhancements will no longer be added. Most importantly, releases that have reached EOL no longer receive security updates, which is why it’s critically important to upgrade to a supported release.
What about patch releases?
The Qubes OS Project uses the semantic versioning (https://semver.org/) standard. Version numbers are written as [major].[minor].[patch]. When a major or minor release reaches EOL, all of its patch releases also reach EOL. For example, when we say that “Qubes 4.2” (without specifying a [patch] number) is approaching EOL, we’re specifying a particular minor release, inclusive of all patch releases within it. This means that Qubes 4.2.0, 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, and 4.2.4 will all reach EOL at the same time (on 2026-06-21), since they’re all patch releases of the same minor release.
How are EOL dates determined?
According to our support policy (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/supported-releases.html#qubes-os), stable Qubes OS releases are supported for six months after each subsequent major or minor release (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html). This means that Qubes 4.2 reaches EOL six months after Qubes 4.3 was released. Since Qubes 4.3.0 was released on 2025-12-21 (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2025/12/21/qubes-os-4-3-0-has-been-released/), Qubes 4.2’s EOL date is six months later, which is 2026-06-21.
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Tuesday, April 28
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-tuesday-april-28/
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 28
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-tuesday-april-28/
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for April 28
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for April 28, #1052
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-28-1052/
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 28, No. 1,052
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-april-28-1052/
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for April 28, No. 1,052
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for April 28, #582
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-april-28-582/
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for April 28, No. 582.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-april-28-582/
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for April 28, No. 582.
AI traffic is getting a better commute
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m04/ai-traffic-is-getting-a-better-commute.html?source=rss
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m04/ai-traffic-is-getting-a-better-commute.html?source=rss