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Winsage
May 13, 2025
Microsoft has lifted an upgrade block that prevented certain users of the Safe Exam Browser from installing the Windows 11 2024 Update due to compatibility concerns. The block was initially implemented in September to protect users from issues with Safe Exam Browser version 3.7 or earlier. Users are encouraged to upgrade to Safe Exam Browser version 3.8 or later before proceeding with the Windows 11 24H2 update. If users still encounter the safeguard hold after 48 hours of updating, they should contact Safe Exam Browser Support. The Windows 11 24H2 feature update is now available for all compatible PCs, except those under safeguard holds. Microsoft has resolved issues that previously blocked the update for some users and has removed other compatibility holds for specific devices and applications. However, some upgrade blocks remain due to incompatible hardware and software. Windows 11 24H2 began its rollout in May 2024 for enterprise testing, with a broader release in October.
AppWizard
May 13, 2025
Google is deploying advanced artificial intelligence to identify and combat online scams across its platforms, including Chrome, Search, and Android. The AI technology enables Google to detect 20 times more scam-related pages than before. Chrome will now alert users to unwanted or harmful notifications from scam websites, allowing them to unsubscribe or view blocked content. The initiative utilizes Gemini's Nano, an on-device AI capable of identifying new scams. Google has also introduced AI-powered scam detection in Google Messages, which flags potential malicious users by scanning for scam-related phrases and patterns, allowing users to report and block suspicious contacts.
AppWizard
May 13, 2025
Warner Bros. Discovery’s A Minecraft Movie has surpassed the 0 million mark at the global box office and remains in the Top 3 at theaters, earning .9 million domestically and 4 million globally as of Friday. It is expected to become the second-highest-grossing video game adaptation in history, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film features a cast including Jason Momoa and Jack Black, directed by Jared Hess, and follows four misfits who navigate a fantastical cubic realm to return home. The screenplay was written by a team including Chris Bowman and Hubbel Palmer, and the film is produced by several individuals including Roy Lee and Jason Momoa. Theaters are introducing "Block Party Edition" screenings to enhance audience engagement.
AppWizard
May 12, 2025
A Minecraft Movie will be released digitally on May 13, 2025, and will be available for purchase on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on June 24, 2025. The film is a collaboration between Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Jennifer Coolidge, directed by Jared Hess. It is the first live-action adaptation of the best-selling video game Minecraft and has grossed over 2 million globally, achieving the largest domestic opening for 2025 and becoming the highest-grossing movie based on a video game. The story follows four characters who are transported to the Overworld and must navigate its challenges with the help of an expert crafter. The film's special features include several featurettes showcasing the making of the film and its music.
AppWizard
May 12, 2025
Slimes in Minecraft are found exclusively below Y=40 in the overworld and come in three sizes: large, medium, and small. Defeating them yields experience points—4 XP from large slimes, 2 from medium, and 1 from small. A large slime splits into smaller versions upon defeat, allowing players to accumulate approximately 24 XP from one encounter. Defeating slimes also provides slimeballs, which are essential for crafting items like leads, sticky pistons, and slime blocks. To build a slime farm, players must locate a slime chunk, dig down to Y-level 20–40, clear a 16x16 block area, create spawning platforms, add iron golems to attract slimes, build an auto-kill mechanism, and install a collection system with hoppers and minecarts. Proper lighting is necessary to prevent unwanted mob spawns.
AppWizard
May 12, 2025
A Minecraft Movie has surpassed 0 million at the box office. Jill Messick, a producer, sought film rights from Mojang Studios in 2011 after observing her son Jackson's enthusiasm for the game. She successfully pitched the concept to Mojang's founder, Markus Persson, and later collaborated with CAA to secure the rights. Producer Roy Lee and Warner Bros. also pursued the rights, leading to a partnership with Messick. The deal was finalized in February 2014, and Mojang was sold to Microsoft for .5 billion shortly after. The film's development involved various writers and filmmakers over a decade. Jill Messick passed away in February 2018, and her contributions were honored at the film's premiere on March 30, coinciding with Mother’s Day in the U.K.
AppWizard
May 10, 2025
A Minecraft Movie is set for digital streaming release on May 13, following its theatrical debut on April 4. The film, directed by Jared Hess and featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa and Jack Black, has grossed 7.4 million worldwide against a production budget of 0 million. Viewers can purchase the movie for .99 or rent it for .99 for 48 hours on platforms like AppleTV, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video. The digital release includes five bonus featurettes: "Building the World of Minecraft: Block Party," "Creepers, Zombies, and Endermen Oh My!," "Minecraft Movie: Block Beats," "A Minecraft Movie: Pixel Pals," and "Marlene + Nitwit."
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