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alternativeto, 27 days ago to random

Winamp, the popular Windows music player, has announced that it will make its source code public on September 24, 2024, to facilitate collaborative development of its software. Developers interested in contributing to this project can reach out.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/winamp-will-open-up-the-source-code-of-its-classic-windows-player-in-september-2024/

alternativeto, 27 days ago to random

GitLab 17.0 has been released, featuring the general availability of its CI/CD Catalog and the AI Impact analytics dashboard. Other updates include hosted runners on Linux ARM, the replacement of the base model in GitLab Duo Chat, and support for Claude 3.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/gitlab-17-0-unveils-ai-impact-dashboard-ci-cd-catalog-and-hosted-runners-on-linux-arm/

alternativeto, 28 days ago to random

OpenAI has partnered with Reddit to gain access to its Data API, aiming to enhance ChatGPT with user-generated content. This follows OpenAI's recent alliance with Stack Overflow to improve ChatGPT's technical knowledge https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/openai-partners-with-reddit-to-enhance-chatgpt-using-real-time-user-generated-content/

alternativeto, 28 days ago to random

Opera has optimized its web browser for ARM-native Windows PCs, doubling its speed and significantly improving battery life. The ARM-native version is available in the developer stream and can be downloaded from any ARM-powered Windows device.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/opera-now-available-for-arm-native-windows-pcs-promises-improved-speed-and-efficiency/

alternativeto, 28 days ago to random

Photomator has released version 3.3.13 of its powerful photo editing software, featuring a new export preview, a watermarking tool for images, and Quick Look integration for full-size previews and image sharing on Apple devices.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/photomator-brings-enhanced-export-preview-watermarking-tool-and-quick-look-integration/

alternativeto, 28 days ago to random

Google has released the second beta of Android 15, which is available across multiple devices. The update introduces several enhancements, including a Private space feature for secure app use, improved graphics, and more efficient AV1 software decoding.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/android-15-beta-2-is-here-with-private-space-av1-decoding-and-support-for-more-devices/

alternativeto, 28 days ago to random

Just noticed that we've passed 3,500 followers on Mastodon, thank you very much! 🥳

alternativeto, 28 days ago to random

RealVNC has announced it will discontinue its free Home subscription for RealVNC Connect, effective from June 17, 2024. Users will need to upgrade to a paid subscription, starting at €2.99 per device and per month, or use the more restricted Lite plan.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/realvnc-to-discontinue-free-home-subscription-for-remote-access-solution-in-june-2024/

alternativeto, 28 days ago to random

European search engine Qwant has integrated artificial intelligence into its platform, providing AI-generated answers and summaries of web pages. New advanced features should also be released throughout 2024.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/qwant-integrates-ai-into-its-search-engine-and-announces-new-upcoming-features-for-2024/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

Netflix plans to roll out an update for its Windows 10 and 11 apps, removing the option for offline film and series downloads. The change, which has received backlash from users, will also bring tiered Netflix ads and live events to the Windows version https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/netflix-to-remove-offline-viewing-in-major-update-for-windows-10-and-11-apps/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

Apple has announced new accessibility features for its upcoming software updates, including Eye Tracking for iPhone and iPad, Music Haptics for the deaf or hard of hearing, Vocal Shortcuts, and Vehicle Motion Cues https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/apple-announces-new-accessibility-features-including-eye-tracking-and-music-haptics/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

Google has announced updates and features for its suite of apps and Android at I/O 2024, focusing on AI. The updates include the new Gemini 1.5 Flash AI model, Gemini Chrome integration, a new AI video generation tool, Google Photos' new AI-powered searches, and more! https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/google-unveils-new-ai-focused-updates-to-its-suite-of-apps-including-gemini-and-ai-video/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

Raycast has launched version 1.74.0 of its productivity app for Mac, featuring AI image generation. The new feature, available in the AI Chat or Quick AI, supports models like DALL·E 2 with GPT-3.5 Turbo, and DALL·E 3 with GPT-4, GPT-4 Turbo, and GPT-4o.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/productivity-app-raycast-introduces-ai-image-generation-with-dall-e-3-for-pro-users/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

Screen capture tool CleanShot X has launched version 4.7, introducing new features like a resize tool, smart highlighter, preset application for all screenshots, improved text formatting, 10 new backgrounds, and a one-month capture history option.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/screen-capture-tool-cleanshot-x-releases-v4-7-with-resize-tool-and-smart-highlighter/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

Manjaro, an Arch-based Linux distribution, has released its 24.0 version, “Wynsdey”, based on Linux kernel 6.9 and featuring multiple desktop environments such as GNOME 46, KDE Plasma 6, and Xfce 4.18. The update includes various changes and improvements.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/manjaro-24-0-wynsdey-released-with-gnome-46-and-kde-plasma-6-based-on-linux-kernel-6-9/

minkiu, 29 days ago to random

@alternativeto hey there, would it be possible for you to add alt text to the images in your posts? Thanks!

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

GitKraken has acquired CodeSee to create a cohesive Developer Experience (DevEx) platform. The DevEx platform aims to improve workflow across various coding platforms and includes CodeSee for code visualization and workflow automation.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/gitkraken-acquires-codesee-and-launches-new-developer-experience-platform-named-devex/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

Meta will discontinue its business communication platform, Workplace, due to competition from rivals like Slack and Microsoft Teams. Customers can use Workplace until August 31, 2025, after which it will become read-only until June 1, 2026 https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/meta-is-shutting-down-its-enterprise-oriented-communications-platform-workplace/

alternativeto, 29 days ago to random

In a surprising move, VMware has made its Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro desktop hypervisor products free for personal use. The company has also phased out the Workstation Player and Fusion Player versions, encouraging users to switch to the Pro versions https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/vmware-makes-workstation-pro-and-fusion-pro-free-for-personal-use/

alternativeto, 30 days ago to random

1Password has launched Software Development Kits (SDKs) for Python, JavaScript, and Go in public beta. The SDKs allow developers to integrate their applications with 1Password, ensuring end-to-end security and a simplified developer experience https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/1password-launches-open-source-sdks-in-public-beta-for-python-javascript-and-go/

alternativeto, 30 days ago to random

Anthropic's AI assistant, Claude, is now available across Europe. The company has also introduced the Claude API, allowing developers to integrate Claude's AI models into their own applications https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/anthropic-s-ai-assistant-claude-is-now-available-across-europe-through-the-web-and-ios-app/

alternativeto, 30 days ago to random

Threema has updated its iOS app, redesigning the user interface for voice messages. The update allows users to pause and save voice message recordings as drafts, and introduces a starred messages feature https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/threema-ios-update-brings-new-voice-messages-interface-and-improved-search/

alternativeto, 30 days ago to random

Mozilla's Firefox 126 has been released with new features such as the 'Copy Without Site Tracking' option and zstd content-encoding. It also enables AV1 hardware decode acceleration on M3 Macs, offers enhanced privacy features, and adds some telemetry.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/firefox-126-launches-with-new-privacy-features-added-telemetry-and-better-compression/

alternativeto, 30 days ago to random

Shutterstock has announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire creative assets' provider Envato for $245 million. The acquisition will expand Shutterstock's offerings and reach to growing audiences like freelancers and small businesses.
https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/5/shutterstock-announces-245-million-acquisition-of-digital-assets-provider-envato/