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AppWizard

May 15, 2026

One UI 9 makes it easier to spot sideloaded apps on your Galaxy phone

Samsung has begun the rollout of the One UI 9 beta for the Galaxy S26 series, featuring enhanced security measures. Key additions include the Auto Blocker with a security report feature and the reinstatement of USB connection blocking in Maximum restrictions mode. The beta version allows monitoring of "unknown" apps, alerting users to high-risk applications and blocking their execution and installation. Users can access the Manage unknown apps section in Settings to view and uninstall sideloaded applications from non-approved sources. This feature aims to improve user experience and security oversight, with expectations for inclusion in the stable release.

AppWizard

May 15, 2026

LINE Games to Officially Release New PC Idle Title ‘Hamster Talk’ on May 28!

LINE Games has announced the global launch of its PC title, ‘Hamster Talk’, set for May 28. The game is an idle simulation that allows players to interact with virtual hamsters while managing other tasks on their computers. It features real-time interactions like petting and feeding hamsters, and includes new content such as ‘Crop Cultivation’ and a detailed gameplay environment. The demo released in February received an ‘Overwhelmingly Positive’ rating on Steam. Players can access the official release on Steam and view the new trailer on LINE Games' YouTube channel.

Winsage

May 13, 2026

Disgruntled researcher releases two more Microsoft zero-days

An anonymous researcher known as Nightmare-Eclipse has revealed two new vulnerabilities affecting Windows systems, named YellowKey and GreenPlasma, shortly after Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday update. YellowKey is a "BitLocker bypass" that allows attackers with physical access to gain unrestricted shell access to protected machines. Experts have expressed concerns about YellowKey's potential to transform laptop theft into a serious breach notification scenario, and suggested mitigations such as implementing a BitLocker PIN and a BIOS password lock. Nightmare-Eclipse has also hinted that YellowKey could function as a backdoor allegedly introduced by Microsoft, although this claim remains unsubstantiated. GreenPlasma is a privilege escalation flaw for which partial exploit code has been released, but it currently triggers a User Account Control (UAC) consent prompt, requiring attackers to invest time in weaponizing it. There is no known mitigation for GreenPlasma, making it crucial for organizations to patch their systems promptly once Microsoft addresses the issue. Nightmare-Eclipse has previously disclosed five zero-day vulnerabilities this year, including BlueHammer, and has characterized their actions as a response to a perceived violation of trust. The researcher has indicated the existence of a "dead man's switch," suggesting that more disclosures could follow if their demands are not met.

AppWizard

May 13, 2026

Minecraft Java finally gets a Friends List and Peer-to-Peer multiplayer

Minecraft Java has released Snapshot 26.2, specifically Snapshot 7, which introduces a Friends List feature to enhance the multiplayer experience. This feature allows players to connect with others more easily and includes functionalities such as sending and receiving friend requests, viewing friend statuses, and customizing privacy options. The Friends List can be accessed from the Title Screen and Pause Menu, with a default keybind set to "O". Additionally, Mojang has implemented Peer-to-Peer networking, enabling players to open singleplayer worlds for online multiplayer. The update also includes new musical additions and adjustments to Potent Sulfur.

TrendTechie

May 13, 2026

Subnautica 2 слили на торренты до релиза – это уже третья крупная утечка за неделю

A torrent file of Subnautica 2 has leaked online two days before its early access launch on May 14, which is set for PC and Xbox Series X/S. This incident follows similar leaks of Forza Horizon 6 and Directive 8020. Subnautica 2 is currently the most anticipated game on Steam, with over 5 million wish list additions. Developers at Unknown Worlds Entertainment have not commented on the leak.

AppWizard

May 12, 2026

PC 20+ Game Bundle Costs Under $1 Per Game, Saves $100s In Total

Fanatical has launched the Build Your Own Killer Bundle, featuring 27 games that gamers can select to create their own bundle. The pricing structure allows for significant savings: starting at £5.75 for five or more games (£1.15 each), £1 per game for 10 or more titles (totaling £9.99), and £0.95 each for 20 games (starting at £18.99). The complete bundle costs £25.64, offering a 95% discount from the original retail price of £476.06. Notable titles include Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game, Copycat, Sniper Elite 4 Deluxe Edition, and various Enhanced Editions of Baldur's Gate and Neverwinter Nights. Each game includes a Steam key, and compatibility information for Steam Deck users is provided. Availability is limited to stock on hand.

AppWizard

May 12, 2026

PUBG is removing several weapons from the game, and you could be due compensation

Players who owned QBU skins between 2020 and 2026 may be eligible for compensation as PUBG is set to remove several weapons, including the QBU and Mosin Nagant, from the game. The compensation will include in-game currencies such as BP, Credits, and G-Coins based on the skins possessed. For instance, the Seabeast Mosin Nagant skin will yield 200 G-Coins, while the Firestarter QBU skin will reward 1,490 G-Coins. The update also introduces a new Payday game mode and aims to streamline weapon offerings by removing underutilized guns.

AppWizard

May 11, 2026

How to breed Armadillos in Minecraft

Armadillos in Minecraft are found in Savanna biomes and are the primary source of Armadillo Scutes, which are used to craft Wolf Armor. To breed Armadillos, players need at least two adults that are not curled up in a defensive shell. Players attract them using Spider Eyes, and once both are in love mode, they will produce a baby Armadillo. Baby Armadillos take about 20 minutes to mature, and feeding them Spider Eyes can speed up their growth. Once mature, Armadillos drop Armadillo Scutes, which can be collected using a Brush.

Winsage

May 11, 2026

I’m impressed that Microsoft keeps on improving PowerToys with smart additions — but I wonder why the newest monitor trick isn’t in Windows 11 by default

Microsoft's PowerToys is a suite of utilities for Windows 11 and 10, developed by Microsoft, that enhances user experience while minimizing security risks associated with third-party applications. The recent PowerToys v0.99 introduced Power Display, a utility that allows users to manage monitor settings such as brightness and color temperature directly from the taskbar. It supports multiple monitors and integrates with Light Switch for automatic mode transitions. Power Display uses DDC/CI technology for hardware-level adjustments and includes troubleshooting guidance for compatibility issues. The update also features Grab and Move, which simplifies window management by allowing users to resize or drag windows easily. There is a demand for these features to be integrated directly into Windows 11, reflecting user interest in enhancing the operating system's functionality.

AppWizard

May 10, 2026

The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess finally gets a fan-made PC port, and I can’t wait to see what modders do with the GameCube classic

Fans have successfully ported The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess to PC and mobile platforms, creating a PC port named Dusk. This port includes features like higher resolutions, uncapped frame rates, gyro aiming options, multiple bloom presets, improved shadow details, access to the Wii U version's free cam, achievements, and customizable difficulty modifiers. Quality-of-life improvements allow for faster climbing of ladders and text skipping. The port also includes cheats that alter gameplay dynamics and opens up possibilities for mods. The decompilation project began in August 2020 and involved contributions from the zeldaret/GC decomp community.