All iPhone and iPad users are now forced to use the new map system when they update their software or buy the iPhone 5, which will come pre-loaded with the maps.

CNN: Users: Apple iOS 6 maps are a mess

Virtual Console for Wii U: A spring system update will add Virtual Console software to the Nintendo eShop for Wii U. The service will launch right after the spring update and will include a selection of NES and Super NES games, with Game Boy Advance games to be added in the future.

ENGADGET: Nintendo Wii U to get Virtual Console service this spring

The easiest way to bring in this update is to fire up Software Update and bring in all the updates your system needs.

FORBES: Apple Makes OS X Safer By Removing Java

The bank could face a fine, censure or both for the incident which reportedly followed a botched attempt to update software on its payment processing system.

BBC: RBS shareholders back remuneration report

Sonos also released a free software update for the Sonos Wireless HiFi System.

ENGADGET: Sonos Playbar: a home theater soundbar that wirelessly streams music for $699, we go hands- (and ears) on

According to Nasdaq Stock Market Inc. officials, Wednesday's halt was caused by a software problem in its Small Order Executive System and its quote update system by Carlsbad, Calif.

CNN: Software glitch forces brief shutdown of Nasdaq

Apple has released a software update, designed to protect users of its Leopard operating system from malware attacks.

BBC: Apple releases Flashback patch for older OS

After seeing its consumer satisfaction ratings plummet in recent years, largely because of its confusing and often downright confounding MyFord Touch infotainment control system, Ford announced it would not only be issuing its second major software update to help make the array easier to fathom, but will extend the warranties on existing systems by an additional two years.

FORBES: Ford To Revamp Ersatz MyFord Touch System (Again)

Samsung Droid Charge: A new update is available for the Droid Charge that installs Verizon Remote Diagnostics software, enables the Wireless Alerting System and blocks USB tethering while in WiFi mode.

ENGADGET: Refresh Roundup: week of July 30th, 2012 Mobile