Converting your standard photos to Ultra HDR is now possible in Google Photos, we take stock of the new features offered by Apple with the iOS 18.5 update, Windows continues to encourage users to upgrade to Windows 11, this is the recap of the week.
The Google Photos app lets you give your old photos a boost with the "Ultra HDR" option, and NVIDIA is rolling out an update full of fixes for its SHIELD TV. As Windows continues to try to convince loyal Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11, Samsung officially launches its new One UI 7 interface. This week, we take a look at the changes brought by the iOS 18.5 update on our iPhones.
Google Photos: Give your old photos a boost
Google continues to improve its Photos app. Indeed, a new feature called "Ultra HDR" now allows you to transform your old classic photos into Ultra HDR. Your photos are brighter and the colors are enhanced. You won't need any additional hardware because the option is fully integrated into the Google Photos image editor.
Read: Your old photos will regain their shine thanks to this new Google Photos feature
Shield TV: Nvidia fixes issues related to the latest update
Last February, Nvidia rolled out a major update, dubbed Shield TV Experience 9.2, packed with new features but also some particularly frustrating bugs. The company has just released a hotfix update that aims to fix all the issues. Be careful, if you accept the update, note that you'll have to do without apps installed from the Play Store and that you won't be able to undo the installation of this hotfix. Head to our dedicated news to discover the bugs fixed by the update and decide if you need this “temporary fix” or if you prefer to wait for a real update.
Read: Nvidia fixes major problems on Shield TVs, here's what the update contains
iOS 18.5: deployment is approaching
In a few weeks, Apple will deploy the last update before iOS 19, which will be officially presented on June 9, 2025 at the Worldwide Developers Conference. This is iOS 18.5, which will bring its share of changes. These include improvements to the AppleCare+ banner in the Settings app and the ability to disable contact photos in your Mail app. iPhone owners will also benefit from system improvements and several bug fixes.
Read: Here's what Apple has in store for the iPhone with the iOS 18.5 update
One UI 7: Who can already benefit from the update?
The gradual rollout of One UI 7 began on April 7, 2025, and is gradually extending to more and more smartphones. After being reserved for the most recent models, it is now the turn of owners of the Galaxy S24 and Fold 6 to benefit from the new features, visual improvements, and practical adjustments integrated by Samsung into its new interface. Head to our dedicated news to discover the next models to benefit from Android 15 by the end of July.
Read: Samsung officially begins rolling out the One UI 7 update, here's who's getting it first
Microsoft is struggling to get users to switch to Windows 11
Windows 10 remains the most widely used operating system on PCs, despite Microsoft's repeated attempts to push users to upgrade to Windows 11. Microsoft appears to be taking a new tactic by making it more restrictive to upgrade its PCs. Indeed, to migrate to Windows 11, users will now have to accept the TPM 2.0 requirement, which Microsoft describes as "the PC's seatbelt", or invest in a new, recent machine natively equipped with TPM 2.0.
Read: Windows 11: Microsoft is (still) trying to convince the reluctant to update
Our tests of the week
The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remastered: a few bugs but sublime graphics
This reissue is a total success! We were won over by the sublime graphics, the flexibility of the gameplay, the clear interface, and the presence of the expansions. Old fans will find what they're looking for, but The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remastered should also appeal to RPG fans who are discovering the title. Be careful, the animations are still stiff, there are still a few bugs, and there is no French version.
Read: Should you buy The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remastered? We played it, here's what it's worth
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 2025: a very attractive PC despite a slightly high price
If your budget allows it and you're looking for a powerful PC for your best games, the ROG Strix Scar 18 2025 could catch your attention. Its mini LED screen is very bright, the speakers are very well made, the connectivity is complete and we love the AnimeVision device. Bonus points for the particularly easy access to SSDs and the possibility of adding an additional M.2 SSD. Small drawbacks, the battery life is low and the weight is not suitable for mobility.
Read: Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 2025 test: a real racing beast that doesn't forget to have style
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