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BetaBeacon

May 30, 2025

Thank the Meta Quest for resurrecting another Peter Molyneux classic

Peter Molyneux is known for games like Dungeon Keeper, Theme Park, Populous, Fable, and Black & White. A new VR game called "How to God" combines virtual pet training mechanics, village building, strategy, and an alchemy system. The game is set to launch as a single-player experience with the potential for multiplayer in the future.

Winsage

May 28, 2025

Three ways to run Windows apps on a Linux box

If you're transitioning to Linux and need to run Windows applications, you have several options, including dual-booting, using a virtual machine (VM), or employing a compatibility layer like WINE. For virtualization, VirtualBox is a popular open-source choice, while VMware is another option that has been free since late 2024. Both require a Windows ISO, which can be obtained for free from Microsoft. VirtualBox suggests allocating 2GB of RAM and one processor core, but 8GB of RAM and two cores are recommended for better performance. Running a VM requires significant resources, and a valid Windows license is necessary for the guest OS. Dual-booting allows both Windows and Linux to run natively, providing full hardware access and optimal performance. WINE translates Windows application calls into Linux commands and is included in most Linux distributions. Its effectiveness varies by application. Bottles is a user-friendly wrapper around WINE that simplifies installation. For enhanced compatibility, CodeWeavers CrossOver is a premium alternative to WINE, with a free evaluation version available. For gaming, Lutris and Valve’s Proton are tools that facilitate running Windows games on Linux.

AppWizard

May 17, 2025

These 2 Android Apps Are Draining Your Battery And Wasting Storage: Facebook, More

An Australian woman, Lauren Lily, discovered that her painful symptoms, initially thought to be due to a medical condition, were actually caused by using a hot water bottle every night while she slept. After spending significant money on consultations and tests, she realized the discomfort was self-inflicted, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and considering simple explanations for health issues.

AppWizard

April 4, 2025

South of Midnight review

A Southern Gothic action-adventure game titled "South of Midnight" is set to be released on April 8, 2025, with a price of £35. It is developed by Compulsion Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. The game is not multiplayer and was reviewed on Windows 11 Pro with an RTX 4080, AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, and 64GB RAM. The protagonist, Hazel Flood, navigates a world filled with supernatural elements and emotional depth, reflecting the complexities of life in the Deep South. The gameplay features combat that unfolds at a leisurely pace, intertwined with themes of healing and resilience. Hazel's journey emphasizes understanding and acknowledging pain, with encounters with spirits that represent trauma. The narrative challenges players to confront historical wounds and fosters a sense of connection and compassion.

AppWizard

March 15, 2025

Fitbit app redesigning Water stats & logging

Fitbit has updated its Water logging feature on Android, introducing a new Water page with four tabs: Day, Week, Month, and Year, for better hydration tracking. The previous reverse-chronological list has been replaced with a modern interface, although the "Quick Add For Today" feature has been removed. Users can log water intake through a redesigned screen accessed via the floating action button (FAB), which offers standard increments for Glass, Bottle, and Large bottle, as well as a custom amount option. The update is being rolled out with version 4.38, but not all users have received it yet. Future updates are planned for the Food section and Health Metrics interface.

AppWizard

February 27, 2025

What is Minecraft? The pointless video game that took over the world

Innis, an eight-year-old boy, is deeply engaged in playing Minecraft on his tablet, showing a high level of enthusiasm for the game, which his mother describes as “off-the-chart bonkers.” His room in Bromley is filled with Minecraft memorabilia, including posters, a water bottle, pencil cases, sticker books, and Lego kits inspired by the game. Innis discovered Minecraft through YouTube, where he was captivated by its vibrant community and possibilities, using it as a source of entertainment, learning, and creativity.

Winsage

February 26, 2025

Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10

Innovation and creativity are highlighted at CES, showcasing technologies aimed at enhancing daily life. Jackery offers portable power stations like the Explorer 5000 Plus, which has a capacity of 5kWh and a power output of 7.2kW, capable of powering multiple appliances. Their solar panels can convert these stations into solar generators, with options like the Solar Generator 3000 v2 providing 3kWh of power. The XGIMI Ascend projector screen retracts into a speaker cabinet and features Ambient Light Rejection technology and built-in Harman Kardon soundbars. Narwal's Flow robotic mop uses a track-driven design and dual water tank system for efficient cleaning, with a suction power of up to 20,000 Pascals. The Dreame X50 Ultra is the first robot vacuum with retractable legs, allowing it to navigate obstacles and has a suction capability of up to 20,000 Pascals. MOVA's V50 Ultra robot vacuum features HydroSync mopping and Triple Intelligence AI Sensing, while their K30 and X4 Pro vacuums are lightweight and powerful. Segway's Navimow X3 robotic lawn mower can manage up to 2.5 acres and uses AI for efficient route planning. Govee offers innovative smart lighting products, including customizable strip lights and lamps that synchronize with sound. ASUS has introduced the Zenbook A14, the lightest Copilot+ PC, weighing just under a kilo and featuring a 32-hour battery life. The TCL A300 Series NXTFRAME TV resembles art with customizable frames and includes a premium Bang & Olufsen speaker system in the Pro Model. Roam Soda Top is a portable water bottle that allows users to create sparkling water on the go.

AppWizard

February 9, 2025

Exploring Minecraft Villager Jobs: What Each Role Offers and How to Use Them

Villagers in Minecraft have 15 distinct jobs, each associated with a specific job site block and offering unique trades. 1. Armorer: Uses a blast furnace to trade iron, armor, and chainmail, including enchanted diamond armor. 2. Butcher: Uses a smoker to trade cooked meats and rabbit stew. 3. Cartographer: Uses a cartography table to trade maps, frames, and banners, including treasure maps. 4. Cleric: Uses a brewing stand to trade magical items, Redstone dust, and Bottle o’ Enchanting. 5. Farmer: Uses a composter to trade food items and ingredients, including bread and golden carrots. 6. Fisherman: Uses a barrel to trade cooked seafood and enchanted fishing rods. 7. Fletcher: Uses a fletching table to trade arrows, bows, and crossbows. 8. Leatherworker: Uses a cauldron to trade leather armor, horse armor, and saddles. 9. Librarian: Uses a lectern to trade enchanted books, compasses, and clocks. 10. Mason: Uses a stonecutter to trade various stones, bricks, and quartz. 11. Nitwit: Has no job or trading function, existing only for aesthetic purposes. 12. Shepherd: Uses a loom to trade decorative items like wool and carpets. 13. Toolsmith: Uses a smithing table to trade tools like pickaxes and shovels. 14. Unemployed: Can take up any job when assigned a job site block. 15. Weaponsmith: Uses a grindstone to trade enchanted weapons and minerals. Wandering traders, while not classified as villagers, trade random items and arrive with trader llamas. Villagers acquire jobs based on the proximity of job site blocks, and unemployed villagers can be assigned jobs by placing the appropriate block nearby. If the block is removed, they revert to unemployment.

AppWizard

February 4, 2025

The good and bad of Firefly Bush in Minecraft

The Firefly Bush was introduced in Minecraft snapshot 25w05a as a decorative block that incorporates fireflies into the environment without adding them as a separate mob. This approach minimizes lag and performance issues, benefiting players on lower-end devices. It resolves ecological balance concerns by allowing frogs to coexist with fireflies without complications. The Firefly Bush can be cultivated for lighting and composting, enhancing gameplay variety. However, it restricts fireflies to a limited radius, lacks functionality beyond composting, and cannot be placed in flower pots. Additionally, it glows during the day, which contradicts the nocturnal nature of fireflies.

Winsage

December 16, 2024

Easily Run Windows Apps on Linux Using These Tools

Running Windows applications on Linux can be done using tools like Wine, which is a compatibility layer allowing Windows programs to run without a full Windows installation. Users can utilize Wine through command-line or GUI wrappers such as PlayOnLinux, Bottles, Heroic Launcher, and Lutris. To install Windows applications like Notepad++ using Bottles, users can install Bottles via Flatpak, create a new bottle for the application, and run the installer from within Bottles. For more control, users can install Wine via the command line and execute Windows executables directly. The winecfg command allows users to adjust settings, and Winetricks can be used to install necessary components for certain applications. Virtualization software, such as VirtualBox and VMware Player, can be used to create a virtual Windows environment on Linux, which is beneficial for resource-intensive applications. For gaming, tools like Proton and Lutris can facilitate running Windows games on Linux, with Proton being optimized for Steam. Users can also run a Windows virtual machine for gaming, though it may require more resources. Checking for native Linux versions of games is recommended before using compatibility layers or virtualization.