Google's AI Health Guidance Is What I've Been Looking for, but I Miss the Fitbit App
https://www.cnet.com/health/googles-ai-health-guidance-is-what-ive-been-looking-for-but-i-miss-the-fitbit-app/
Commentary: A few weeks with Fitbit Air helped me through a brutal week of work and hard fun, but is a chat-based AI the right way to do this?
https://www.cnet.com/health/googles-ai-health-guidance-is-what-ive-been-looking-for-but-i-miss-the-fitbit-app/
Commentary: A few weeks with Fitbit Air helped me through a brutal week of work and hard fun, but is a chat-based AI the right way to do this?
Qubes OS 4.3.1-rc1 is available for testing
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/05/28/qubes-os-4-3-1-rc1-available-for-testing/
The first release candidate (RC) for Qubes OS 4.3.1 is now available for testing. This patch release aims to consolidate all the security patches, bug fixes, and other updates that have occurred since the release of Qubes 4.3.0.
What’s new in Qubes 4.3.1?
Default Fedora template upgraded to Fedora 43. (Note: Fedora 42 has reached end of life. (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/03/13/fedora-42-approaching-end-of-life/))
Many bug fixes
When is the stable release?
That depends on the number of bugs discovered in this RC and their severity. As explained in our release schedule (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html#release-schedule) documentation, our usual process after issuing a new RC is to collect bug reports, triage the bugs, and fix them. If warranted, we then issue a new RC that includes the fixes and repeat the process. We continue this iterative procedure until we’re left with an RC that’s good enough to be declared the stable release. No one can predict with certainty, at the outset, how many iterations will be required (and hence how many RCs will be needed before a stable release), but we tend to get a clearer picture of this as testing progresses.
Since the changes between 4.3.0 and 4.3.1 are relatively minor, we currently don’t anticipate any major problems requiring a second RC. We currently expect to be able to publish the stable 4.3.1 release in one to two weeks.
How to test Qubes 4.3.1-rc1
If you’d like to help us test (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/testing.html) this RC, the best way to do so is by performing a clean installation (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/installation-guide.html) with the new ISO (https://www.qubes-os.org/downloads/). As always, we 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) beforehand and updating Qubes OS (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/how-to-guides/how-to-update.html) immediately afterward in order to apply all available bug fixes.
As an alternative to a clean installation, there’s also the option of performing an in-place upgrade without reinstalling. However, since Qubes 4.3.1 is a patch release, it’s essentially Qubes 4.3.0 inclusive of all updates to date, which largely amounts to just using a fully-updated 4.3.0 installation. By contrast, a clean installation covers other areas that could also benefit from testing, such as the installation procedure, which is why it’s the recommended testing method.
Regardless of your testing method, please help us improve the eventual stable release by reporting any bugs you encounter (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/introduction/issue-tracking.html). If you’re an experienced user, we encourage you to join the testing team (https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/joining-the-testing-team/5190).
Known issues in Qubes OS 4.3.1
It is possible that templates restored in 4.3.1 from a pre-4.3 backup may continue to target their original Qubes OS release repos. This does not affect fresh templates on a clean 4.3.1 installation. For more information, see issue #8701 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues/8701).
View the full list of known bugs affecting Qubes 4.3 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20type%3ABug%20label%3Aaffects-4.3%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20cannot%20reproduce%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20declined%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20duplicate%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20not%20applicable%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20self-closed%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20upstream%20issue%22) in our issue tracker (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/introduction/issue-tracking.html).
What’s a release candidate?
https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/05/28/qubes-os-4-3-1-rc1-available-for-testing/
The first release candidate (RC) for Qubes OS 4.3.1 is now available for testing. This patch release aims to consolidate all the security patches, bug fixes, and other updates that have occurred since the release of Qubes 4.3.0.
What’s new in Qubes 4.3.1?
Default Fedora template upgraded to Fedora 43. (Note: Fedora 42 has reached end of life. (https://www.qubes-os.org/news/2026/03/13/fedora-42-approaching-end-of-life/))
Many bug fixes
When is the stable release?
That depends on the number of bugs discovered in this RC and their severity. As explained in our release schedule (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html#release-schedule) documentation, our usual process after issuing a new RC is to collect bug reports, triage the bugs, and fix them. If warranted, we then issue a new RC that includes the fixes and repeat the process. We continue this iterative procedure until we’re left with an RC that’s good enough to be declared the stable release. No one can predict with certainty, at the outset, how many iterations will be required (and hence how many RCs will be needed before a stable release), but we tend to get a clearer picture of this as testing progresses.
Since the changes between 4.3.0 and 4.3.1 are relatively minor, we currently don’t anticipate any major problems requiring a second RC. We currently expect to be able to publish the stable 4.3.1 release in one to two weeks.
How to test Qubes 4.3.1-rc1
If you’d like to help us test (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/testing.html) this RC, the best way to do so is by performing a clean installation (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/installation-guide.html) with the new ISO (https://www.qubes-os.org/downloads/). As always, we 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) beforehand and updating Qubes OS (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/how-to-guides/how-to-update.html) immediately afterward in order to apply all available bug fixes.
As an alternative to a clean installation, there’s also the option of performing an in-place upgrade without reinstalling. However, since Qubes 4.3.1 is a patch release, it’s essentially Qubes 4.3.0 inclusive of all updates to date, which largely amounts to just using a fully-updated 4.3.0 installation. By contrast, a clean installation covers other areas that could also benefit from testing, such as the installation procedure, which is why it’s the recommended testing method.
Regardless of your testing method, please help us improve the eventual stable release by reporting any bugs you encounter (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/introduction/issue-tracking.html). If you’re an experienced user, we encourage you to join the testing team (https://forum.qubes-os.org/t/joining-the-testing-team/5190).
Known issues in Qubes OS 4.3.1
It is possible that templates restored in 4.3.1 from a pre-4.3 backup may continue to target their original Qubes OS release repos. This does not affect fresh templates on a clean 4.3.1 installation. For more information, see issue #8701 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues/8701).
View the full list of known bugs affecting Qubes 4.3 (https://github.com/QubesOS/qubes-issues/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20type%3ABug%20label%3Aaffects-4.3%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20cannot%20reproduce%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20declined%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20duplicate%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20not%20applicable%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20self-closed%22%20-label%3A%22R%3A%20upstream%20issue%22) in our issue tracker (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/introduction/issue-tracking.html).
What’s a release candidate?
A release candidate (RC) is a software build that has the potential to become a stable release, unless significant bugs are discovered in testing. RCs are intended for more advanced (or adventurous!) users who are comfortable testing early versions of software that are potentially buggier than stable releases. You can read more about Qubes OS supported releases (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/supported-releases.html) and the version scheme (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html) in our documentation.
What’s a patch release?
The Qubes OS Project uses the semantic versioning (https://semver.org/) standard. Version numbers are written as [major].[minor].[patch]. Hence, we refer to releases that increment the third number as “patch releases.” A patch release does not designate a separate, new major or minor release of Qubes OS. Rather, it designates its respective major or minor release (in this case, 4.3) inclusive of all updates up to a certain point. See our supported releases (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/supported-releases.html) for a comprehensive list of major and minor releases and our version scheme (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html) documentation for more information about how Qubes OS releases are versioned.
What’s a patch release?
The Qubes OS Project uses the semantic versioning (https://semver.org/) standard. Version numbers are written as [major].[minor].[patch]. Hence, we refer to releases that increment the third number as “patch releases.” A patch release does not designate a separate, new major or minor release of Qubes OS. Rather, it designates its respective major or minor release (in this case, 4.3) inclusive of all updates up to a certain point. See our supported releases (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/user/downloading-installing-upgrading/supported-releases.html) for a comprehensive list of major and minor releases and our version scheme (https://doc.qubes-os.org/en/latest/developer/releases/version-scheme.html) documentation for more information about how Qubes OS releases are versioned.
E-Bike Fires Are Down, but Riders Still Make One Dangerous Mistake
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/e-bike-fires-are-down-but-ul-says-riders-still-make-one-dangerous-mistake/
UL Solutions is a global science safety company that tests and certifies products ranging from electronics and batteries to appliances and electric vehicles.
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/e-bike-fires-are-down-but-ul-says-riders-still-make-one-dangerous-mistake/
UL Solutions is a global science safety company that tests and certifies products ranging from electronics and batteries to appliances and electric vehicles.
Coming Soon to a Roblox Game Near You: Strange AI-Generated Machines and Creatures
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/roblox-cubepart-ai-model-generative-worlds-weird-creations/
Exclusive: Roblox games are going to get AI-generated machines and tools soon, and it's because of a new AI model Roblox is releasing. Here's what I learned.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/roblox-cubepart-ai-model-generative-worlds-weird-creations/
Exclusive: Roblox games are going to get AI-generated machines and tools soon, and it's because of a new AI model Roblox is releasing. Here's what I learned.
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 28, #1082
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-28-1082/
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for May 28, No. 1,082.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-28-1082/
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for May 28, No. 1,082.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 28 #816
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-28-816/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for May 28 No. 816.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-28-816/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for May 28 No. 816.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 28, #612
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-28-612/
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 28, No. 612.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-28-612/
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 28, No. 612.
With the 40% Smaller Ring 5, Oura Succeeds Where Smartwatch Makers Have Failed
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/oura-ring-5-size-40-percent-smaller/
Commentary: Size really is everything when it comes to wearables, something Oura has shown it understands with its reengineered Ring 5.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/oura-ring-5-size-40-percent-smaller/
Commentary: Size really is everything when it comes to wearables, something Oura has shown it understands with its reengineered Ring 5.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 29, #1805
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-may-29-1805/
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for May 29, No. 1,805.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-may-29-1805/
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for May 29, No. 1,805.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 29, #817
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-29-817/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for May 29, No. 817.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-29-817/
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for May 29, No. 817.
Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins on AI Transformation, Hard Decisions, & Leading at Speed
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m05/cisco-ceo-chuck-robbins-on-ai-transformation-hard-decisions-leading-at-speed.html?source=rss
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m05/cisco-ceo-chuck-robbins-on-ai-transformation-hard-decisions-leading-at-speed.html?source=rss
Chuck Robbins talks about the people decisions behind a transformation as sweeping as Cisco's repositioning for the age of AI. He says executives need to “disagree and commit,” but warns that CEOs shouldn't tolerate people who aren't on board with the strategy.
More RSS Feeds: https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/rss-feeds.html (https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/rss-feeds.html?source=rss)
More RSS Feeds: https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/rss-feeds.html (https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/rss-feeds.html?source=rss)
Apple's iOS 27 Could Be Siri's Biggest AI Reinvention Yet
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-siri-bloomberg-reveal-ios-27/
Illustrations by Bloomberg reveal an overhauled Siri interface and app that are expected to be announced at Apple's big event next month.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-siri-bloomberg-reveal-ios-27/
Illustrations by Bloomberg reveal an overhauled Siri interface and app that are expected to be announced at Apple's big event next month.
Apple WWDC 2026: What We Expect From This Year's Keynote and How to Watch
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-wwdc-2026-what-we-expect-from-this-years-keynote-and-how-to-watch/
Don't expect any new hardware in the coming weeks, but the rumored software updates may surprise you.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/apple-wwdc-2026-what-we-expect-from-this-years-keynote-and-how-to-watch/
Don't expect any new hardware in the coming weeks, but the rumored software updates may surprise you.
SpaceX's Starship V3 Can't Fly Again Until a 'Mishap' Is Addressed, Says FAA
https://www.cnet.com/science/space/faa-spacex-starship-v3-mishap/
The investigation is being led by SpaceX, but it needs approval from the FAA before the Starship can launch again.
https://www.cnet.com/science/space/faa-spacex-starship-v3-mishap/
The investigation is being led by SpaceX, but it needs approval from the FAA before the Starship can launch again.
iOS 26.6 Public Beta Available, Adds Small Change to Blocked Contacts
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-26-6-public-betas-available-add-small-change-to-blocked-contacts/
The public prerelease versions of Apple's system software increment as we get close to WWDC.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-26-6-public-betas-available-add-small-change-to-blocked-contacts/
The public prerelease versions of Apple's system software increment as we get close to WWDC.
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Friday, May 29
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-may-29/
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 29.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-may-29/
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 29.
I Turned Off All My Phone Notifications for a Week. Here's Why I'm Not Going Back
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/features/i-turned-off-all-my-phone-notifications-for-a-week-heres-why-im-not-going-back/
I thought turning off notifications would make me miss everything. Instead, it showed me how much of my attention had already been scheduled by apps, emails, promos, DMs and tiny red badges.
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/features/i-turned-off-all-my-phone-notifications-for-a-week-heres-why-im-not-going-back/
I thought turning off notifications would make me miss everything. Instead, it showed me how much of my attention had already been scheduled by apps, emails, promos, DMs and tiny red badges.
How to Return Smart Home Devices to the Store or Seller
https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/how-to-return-smart-home-devices-to-the-store-or-seller/
Smart home devices are complex electronics, but you can usually return them, especially if you act fast. Here's how.
https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/how-to-return-smart-home-devices-to-the-store-or-seller/
Smart home devices are complex electronics, but you can usually return them, especially if you act fast. Here's how.