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As Game Pass prices get laughably high, Microsoft is reportedly spinning up a free version of Xbox Cloud Gaming—but of course you'll have to sit through ads
AppWizard
October 3, 2025

As Game Pass prices get laughably high, Microsoft is reportedly spinning up a free version of Xbox Cloud Gaming—but of course you’ll have to sit through ads

Microsoft has increased the price of its Xbox Game Pass by up to 50%. The company is also testing a free, ad-supported version of Xbox Cloud Gaming, with a public beta and full launch expected in the coming months. Subscribers to the Essential and Premium tiers will face longer wait times and lower resolution streaming under the new pricing structure. It is unclear if PC-only Game Pass subscribers will have access to the ad-supported Cloud Gaming option. Additionally, self-hosting Sunshine on a gaming PC and using Moonlight for streaming is presented as an alternative for those wanting to stream games they own without advertisements.
Microsoft Issues Critical Windows Update—Do Not Delete This
Winsage
June 6, 2025

Microsoft Issues Critical Windows Update—Do Not Delete This

Users may face a significant vulnerability related to a Windows update from April 2025, particularly concerning the "inetpub" folder, which is essential for the security of Windows 11 systems. Microsoft clarified that this folder, linked to Internet Information Services (IIS) and necessary for hosting capabilities, should not be deleted. If users have removed the folder, they must restore it to address the security patch for CVE-2025-21204, as its absence can lead to risks such as privilege escalation and unauthorized access. Microsoft has provided a PowerShell script to restore the folder without enabling IIS, and users are advised to follow specific commands to execute the fix. However, many users may not take action, leaving their systems vulnerable.
It's not just you: Elden Ring Nightreign's matchmaking is taking forever if it works at all, and there doesn't seem to be a fix⁠—aside from queueing with a full group
AppWizard
May 31, 2025

It’s not just you: Elden Ring Nightreign’s matchmaking is taking forever if it works at all, and there doesn’t seem to be a fix⁠—aside from queueing with a full group

FromSoftware has acknowledged prolonged matchmaking times in Elden Ring: Nightreign, despite a player base exceeding 2 million. Players, particularly on PC, have reported lengthy waits, and initial recommendations from the studio, such as restarting the matchmaking process and altering NAT connection types on PlayStation, have not significantly improved the situation. Discussions on platforms like the Elden Ring subreddit and Steam forums indicate that there are between 200,000 and 300,000 players online on Steam at any time, raising concerns about matchmaking efficiency. Players are advised to form full teams of three for quicker matchmaking and to consider using Yui's Seamless Co-op mod for duo play as an alternative solution.
Western Digital NVMe SSD users beware: Windows 11 24H2 is causing BSODs unless you tweak your registry | Tom's Hardware
Winsage
October 15, 2024

Western Digital NVMe SSD users beware: Windows 11 24H2 is causing BSODs unless you tweak your registry | Tom’s Hardware

Since October 8, users of Western Digital NVMe SSDs, particularly the WD Blue SN580 and WD Black SN770, have reported persistent Blue Screens of Death (BSOD) following the Windows 11 24H2 update. This issue is linked to a misconfigured NVMe Host Memory Buffer (HMB), which has been observed to allocate up to 200MB instead of the intended 64MB, causing instability. A Registry edit can limit HMB allocation back to 64MB or disable it entirely, resolving the issue. Users of Western Digital SATA SSDs are not affected, and the problem may also impact other NVMe drives due to a misconfiguration in Windows 11. Some users have successfully reverted the Windows 11 24H2 update as an alternative solution.
StartAllBack brings 24H2 support to stop Windows 11 upgrade block, performance boost too
Winsage
August 2, 2024

StartAllBack brings 24H2 support to stop Windows 11 upgrade block, performance boost too

The Start menu in Windows 11 has faced user dissatisfaction, prompting some to use third-party applications like StartAllBack to customize it. In late March, a compatibility issue arose with StartAllBack during the Windows 11 24H2 testing rollout, leading to a notification about security or performance issues. A workaround was released in May, disabling the classic Taskbar by default for 24H2. The developer later released StartAllBack version 3.8 on July 31, 2024, which fully supports Windows 11 24H2 and includes new features and performance enhancements, such as reduced resource consumption and improved responsiveness. The update also introduces a reimplemented taskbar and various new functionalities. Users can download the application from its official website, but it is a third-party product, not an official Windows application.
Telegram бот для управления торрент клиентом и интеграция с трекером
TrendTechie
July 19, 2024

Telegram бот для управления торрент клиентом и интеграция с трекером

The Kinozal-Bot project allows for content search and download from the Kinozal torrent tracker to a home computer via a phone, with integration to Plex for easy viewing. The bot is used daily, with a news channel providing updates on new releases. It supports remote control of torrent clients without the need for direct access to the computer. The bot also offers a unified interface for searching and downloading torrents, actor search, additional information via TMDB, and Plex management. The project is open-source on GitHub, with plans for further development.
How to Recover Old or Deleted Notifications on Your Android Phone
AppWizard
July 14, 2024

How to Recover Old or Deleted Notifications on Your Android Phone

Some Android smartphones that feature notification history include Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, Realme, Vivo, OnePlus, Motorola, Nokia/HMD, and Tecno. The notifications that can be recovered are limited to those from the last 24 hours and only from apps and services with enabled access. If a device does not have notification history, third-party apps like Notification History Log, Activity Launcher, or Nova Launcher can be used to recover notifications.
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