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TrendTechie

April 15, 2025

В России «лег» крупнейший торрент-трекер

Users in Russia are experiencing disruptions with RuTracker, the largest Russian-language torrent tracker, with complaints reaching approximately 5,600 by the evening of April 15. A spike of 1,982 issues was reported between 18:16 and 19:16, with users facing connection issues and timeouts. Complaints are widespread, particularly from major cities like Saint Petersburg and Moscow, but the cause of the disruptions is unclear. Additionally, Estonia has reported systemic radio interference from the Saint Petersburg area affecting satellite navigation systems, while ground-based equipment remains functional. There was also a significant outage of WhatsApp affecting users in various regions. Furthermore, Apple Inc. is reportedly considering re-entering the Russian market by establishing parallel imports through countries with lower customs tariffs.

BetaBeacon

March 20, 2025

The three best airplane games for Android

Aviator is a unique game of chance where players must stop the plane at the right time to win. It requires intuition, equanimity, and knowing when to withdraw winnings.

AppWizard

March 16, 2025

New messaging app hopes to get travellers to fill idle time on flights by talking to others

Wingle is a mobile application that enables passengers to communicate with each other during flights without needing an internet connection, utilizing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The app allows users to send messages and book airport lounge services, and it was launched in Europe in July 2024, with a global rollout planned for January 2025. It has attracted over 20,000 active users, primarily from Europe. Users create profiles that include personal information and a personality diagram, and conversations are temporary, disappearing after the flight. Wingle generates revenue through commissions from booking services, and its reception has been mixed, with some users appreciating the opportunity for social interaction, while others express concerns about privacy and potential misuse.

TrendTechie

March 15, 2025

Сооснователь крупнейшего торрент-трекера трагически погиб

Karl Lundström, co-founder of Pirate Bay, died in an aviation accident in Slovenia on March 10 at the age of 64. He was flying from Zagreb to Zurich in a private Mooney M-20 aircraft when it collided with a wooden structure on a mountain. Recovery efforts for his body were delayed due to bad weather until March 11. Authorities confirmed the discovery of the pilot's remains, but his name has not been publicly disclosed.

TrendTechie

March 13, 2025

Создатель легендарного пиратского трекера The Pirate Bay погиб в авиакатастрофе

Karl Lundström, co-founder of The Pirate Bay, died in an aviation accident in Slovenia while piloting a Mooney M20 aircraft from Zagreb to Zurich. The plane crashed in northern Slovenia due to adverse weather conditions, and his body was recovered the following day. He was 64 years old at the time of his death.

TrendTechie

March 13, 2025

В Словении в авиакатастрофе погиб соучредитель торрент-трекера The Pirate Bay Карл Лундстрем

Karl Lundström, co-founder of The Pirate Bay, died in a plane crash in Slovenia while piloting his Mooney M20 aircraft from Zagreb to Zurich. The crash occurred when the aircraft collided with a wooden structure on a mountainside, and adverse weather conditions delayed the recovery of his body until the following day. Lundström was 64 years old at the time of the incident. He played a significant role in establishing The Pirate Bay in 2003, which became one of the largest file-sharing platforms. In 2012, he was convicted of copyright infringement, serving four months in prison. Lundström was also involved in Swedish politics since the 1990s, including participation in the "Alternative for Sweden" movement.

AppWizard

December 13, 2024

How does drone tracking app Air Sentinel work?

A surge in reports of unidentified drones over U.S. cities has raised concerns among residents, particularly in New Jersey, where many sightings are attributed to drones but often identified as conventional aircraft. The Air Sentinel app, available for free on the Google Play Store, helps users monitor nearby drones by utilizing Remote ID signals required for most drones in U.S. airspace. Developed by Airsentinel.ai, the app detects drones broadcasting Remote ID signals, providing information such as their digital “license plates,” locations, and flight paths. The Remote ID system, enforced by the FAA, allows drones to transmit their identity, altitude, and takeoff points. The app is designed for homeowners, businesses, and public safety teams, while maintaining privacy protections by restricting advanced features to verified government entities.

AppWizard

December 11, 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024’s career mode is buggy and frustrating and I can’t stop playing it

The author is a certified pilot who has spent 40 hours playing Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, primarily focused on career mode. They have experienced challenges due to numerous bugs in the game, which have caused frustration despite the enjoyment it brings. A recent bug-fixing patch was released, although it did not specifically address the career mode issues. The author remains hopeful for improved performance and is motivated to continue playing despite the obstacles.

AppWizard

November 24, 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 offers hotfix, advice to improve game stability

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has been launched, generating excitement among aviation enthusiasts and gamers. Asobo Studio has released a patch to address stability concerns, particularly for PC users. They recommend relocating outdated community packages to improve performance. The hotfix resolves crashes related to the Electronic Flight Bag and Camera menu, as well as various other crashes. It also fixes issues with the Xbox Live sign-in popup, input profile creation, aircraft selection, and menu navigation. The game's popularity led to unexpected server strain, with player activity exceeding initial estimates of 200,000 concurrent players. The hotfix has improved stability and reduced long queues at launch.

AppWizard

November 19, 2024

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 lands on Xbox Game Pass today

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has been officially launched by Asobo Studio and is now available on Xbox Game Pass for Ultimate and PC subscribers. The game features enhanced visuals, including detailed ground elements, animal herds, dynamic migrations, ship traffic, oil rigs, glider airports, and helipads. New activities include a World Photographer mode, Challenge Leagues, and an Aviation Careers mode. Xbox achievements for the game are expected to be released later today.