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AppWizard

December 12, 2024

Google Wallet rolling out adding passport IDs on Android

Google Wallet is rolling out the ability to add a passport as a form of ID within its Android app, following a successful testing phase in October. This feature is now available for users, particularly benefiting those in states without a digital ID, and is accessible through the “Add to Wallet” option in the app. Users can add their passport by taking a picture of the information page, scanning the security chip inside the back cover, and recording a video of their face for identity verification. This feature is available with version 24.47.35 of Google Play services for Android devices running version 9 and above. At airport security, travelers can use their digital passport by scanning a QR code or tapping their phone near an NFC reader. The digital passport is not a government-issued ID and should not replace physical identification, especially for international travel. Users can remove their ID pass if their phone is lost by visiting myaccount.google.com.

Winsage

December 9, 2024

Windows 11 for Arm can run natively on specific Android smartphones — the test device heats up very fast, and battery life substantially decreases

User anh0l demonstrated running Windows 11 on Arm from a Xiaomi Poco X3 smartphone, which retains a split partition for Android and has a functioning UEFI. Users reported touchscreen control issues, particularly with inverted functionality on the right side, and temperature spikes reaching approximately 48 degrees Celsius (118 degrees Fahrenheit) during testing. Other Android smartphones have also experienced similar temperature levels. The Xiaomi Poco X3 can run Valve's retired Source engine at 30 FPS but struggles with Source 2-based Counter-Strike 2. Compatibility is better with Snapdragon 800 Series or newer CPUs, while older models are less effective. The shared architecture between Snapdragon CPUs in Windows Arm laptops and Android devices allows for this crossover, though driver support is incomplete. Despite high temperatures, anh0l claims the experience "runs flawlessly," with web browsing and basic Blender animations functioning smoothly at 120 Hz, impacting battery life and device temperature.

AppWizard

December 6, 2024

The PC Gaming Show’s best trailers: creepy aliens, strategic turtles, and desktop platformers

The recent PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted showcased several upcoming indie games. 1. Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault - A sequel to Moonlighter, blending action RPG elements with shopkeeping, set for release in 2025 on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. 2. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown - A turn-based strategy game from Strange Scaffold, launching on PC in 2025. 3. Cairn - A rock-climbing adventure and survival game with a free demo available on Steam, focusing on co-op gameplay, with early access expected next year. 4. The Legend of Baboo - An adventure game inspired by Middle Eastern fables, releasing in 2025 on PC and Xbox. 5. Abyssus - A co-op shooter set in a "brinepunk" world, entering alpha on December 6th, with a full release planned for next year. 6. MainFrames - A platformer set within a desktop PC interface, launching on PC and Nintendo Switch on March 6th. 7. Deepest Fear - A sci-fi horror game combining Metroidvania and FPS elements, with a release date yet to be announced for PC. 8. Blue Prince - A reimagining of Myst, inviting players to explore Mt. Holly manor, with a potential launch in the upcoming spring.

AppWizard

November 26, 2024

If you think Stalker 2 is buggy, please take your seat in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024

Last week, an exploration of Stalker 2 revealed a nostalgic bug similar to one in Stalker: Call of Pripyat from 2010, which was endearing rather than frustrating. However, a benign glitch turned irritating when an artifact failed to appear, causing a loss of progress. In flight simulations, a user shared a frustrating experience of being unable to take their private pilot license exam due to a bug. Another user attempted a long flight from Jacksonville, Florida, to Málaga, Spain, in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk, which has an 800-mile range, making the 4,300-mile journey challenging. Flight simulations are noted for various bugs, including players spawning at 88,000 feet and helicopters landing upside down. The author plans to wait a couple of weeks for bug fixes before playing Stalker 2 and the flight simulator.

AppWizard

September 27, 2024

Telegram to disclose to authorities phone numbers, IP addresses of those who violate messenger’s rules

Telegram plans to disclose personal information, including phone numbers and IP addresses, to authorities in response to valid legal requests. CEO Pavel Durov announced this decision on September 23, following his legal troubles in France, where he was detained on August 24 and charged with facilitating terrorism and drug trafficking. After his release on bail, Telegram began cooperating with French authorities. A poll indicated that 44% of Ukrainians use Telegram for news, but the Ukrainian government has restricted its use among government agencies due to security concerns. Kyrylo Budanov, head of Ukraine's military intelligence, described Telegram as a "threat to our national security."

Tech Optimizer

September 19, 2024

Works complete on large logistics warehouse in Poyle Industrial Estate

Panattoni has completed an 80,000 square foot warehouse for last-mile deliveries near Heathrow Airport. The project, developed on a speculative basis, received planning consent from Slough Council in December and construction began in February. The facility, named Panattoni Poyle 80, is located in the Poyle Industrial Estate and spans approximately 12,000 square meters. It is a net-zero carbon development with a BREEAM rating of 'Excellent' and an energy efficiency rating of 'A'. Key features include a 50-meter service yard, five loading dock doors, two ground-level access doors, a height of 12.5 meters, and 37 parking spots with 20% equipped for electric vehicle charging. The warehouse is strategically positioned near junction 14 of the M25, providing access to Heathrow Airport, making it attractive for businesses in e-commerce and distribution. Letting agents for the facility are DTRE and ACRE Capital Real Estate.

AppWizard

August 29, 2024

Telegram CEO Durov faces preliminary charges in France of allowing crime on messaging app

French authorities have filed preliminary charges against Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, related to alleged criminal activities on the platform, including distributing child sexual abuse material and facilitating drug trafficking. Durov was arrested at Le Bourget airport near Paris and released after four days of questioning. The charges could result in a decade-long prison sentence and significant fines. Notably, he faces a charge for "complicity in managing an online platform to allow illicit transactions by an organized group." Durov, who also has French citizenship, denies any wrongdoing. He holds passports from the UAE and St. Kitts and Nevis, and the UAE Foreign Ministry is monitoring the case. Telegram has stated its commitment to comply with EU laws and industry standards in content moderation.

AppWizard

August 29, 2024

Telegram CEO allowed ‘child pornography’, drug trafficking on app: French court | Today News

On August 29, France charged Telegram's CEO, Pavel Durov, with serious violations including facilitating the distribution of child pornography, enabling drug trafficking, and engaging in fraudulent activities. Durov was arrested on August 24 at Le Bourget airport and released after four days under the condition that he remain in France and report to police bi-weekly. He faces allegations of complicity in managing an online platform for illicit transactions by an organized group. Telegram has stated that the claims are "absurd" and that Durov has "nothing to hide." Additionally, Durov is under investigation for alleged serious acts of violence towards one of his children during a visit to Paris.

AppWizard

August 29, 2024

Telegram CEO Durov charged with several crimes related to messaging app in France

Pavel Durov, CEO and co-founder of Telegram, faced serious charges in a French court on August 28, including complicity in the distribution of sexual images of children and drug trafficking. Paris prosecutor Laure Beccou announced sufficient grounds for a formal investigation into twelve charges against Durov, which include managing an online platform for illegal transactions, child pornography, drug trafficking, fraud, failure to provide information to authorities, money laundering, and providing cryptographic services to criminals. Durov was arrested at Le Bourget airport on August 24 and granted bail under conditions including a €5 million payment and bi-weekly police reporting. He acquired French citizenship in 2021 and reportedly resides in Dubai. France had issued arrest warrants for Durov and his brother Nikolai in March, and the investigation into Telegram began several months before the public charges. Durov has a net worth estimated at .5 billion and left Russia in 2014 after resisting government demands. Despite claiming exile, he has returned to Russia over sixty times since then. Telegram is widely used in Ukraine, with 44% of Ukrainians utilizing it for news and information according to a September 2023 poll.

AppWizard

August 29, 2024

Telegram founder Pavel Durov facing charges over allowing criminal activity on messaging app

Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, was arrested at Le Bourget airport near Paris and released on €5 million bail, but is barred from leaving France amid a legal investigation into allegations of criminal activity linked to the platform. He faces serious accusations, including allowing the distribution of child sexual abuse material and facilitating organized crime activities. French authorities claim Telegram has been uncooperative in providing necessary information for the investigation. Durov is facing preliminary charges, suggesting there are substantial grounds to believe a crime has occurred, yet this stage does not automatically lead to a trial. In response to the allegations, Telegram asserts its compliance with EU laws and defends its moderation practices. Durov's arrest has led to protests in Russia, with some officials claiming it is politically motivated. French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the arrest is not politically motivated and emphasized the importance of freedom of expression within a legal framework. Telegram, founded by Durov, has nearly a billion users and has faced criticism for its lack of content moderation, leading to exploitation by criminal elements. The German government previously fined Telegram €5.1 million for failing to comply with regulations on illegal content.