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April 1, 2025

Google’s Play Store Warning—Do Not Update This Setting

A sophisticated trojan named TsarBot is targeting over 750 legitimate banking and shopping applications on Android devices. It overlays a counterfeit login screen on real apps to capture user credentials. TsarBot is believed to have Russian origins and can remotely control the device's screen, simulating user interactions and capturing device lock credentials through a deceptive lock screen. The trojan is typically installed from phishing websites, where a dropper application delivers the TsarBot APK file. Once installed, it disguises itself as the Google Play Services app and urges users to enable Accessibility services. Users are advised to avoid installing apps from outside the Google Play Store, ensure Play Protect is enabled, and only enable Accessibility Services when necessary to mitigate risks.

Winsage

March 31, 2025

Microsoft expands AI features across Intel and AMD-powered Copilot Plus PCs

Microsoft is enabling all Copilot Plus PCs powered by Intel and AMD processors to generate Live Captions, which translate audio into English subtitles in real time. This feature was initially tested on devices with Intel and AMD chips and is now part of the latest Windows 11 update. The update also includes Cocreator, an AI tool in Paint for generating images from text descriptions, and enhancements to the Photos app's AI image editor and generator. Previously, these features were exclusive to Qualcomm-powered Copilot Plus PCs. Microsoft is also testing Recall, an AI feature for capturing screenshots of user activity, though its release timeline is not yet announced. Additionally, Voice Access is being refreshed for improved communication, with plans to extend updates to Intel and AMD devices, including the ability to translate 27 languages into Simplified Chinese.

AppWizard

March 31, 2025

Emma Myers Levels Up in Rodarte for ‘A Minecraft Movie’ London Premiere

Emma Myers wore a black two-piece ensemble from Rodarte’s Spring 2025 collection at the world premiere of A Minecraft Movie in London, featuring red and pink embroidery. The outfit included a shrunken jacket with dramatic leg-o-mutton sleeves and a low-slung mermaid skirt.

AppWizard

March 31, 2025

A Minecraft Movie and Stranger Things star’s new album: What’s coming up this week

The highly anticipated Minecraft Movie will debut on Friday, featuring a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Jennifer Coolidge. The film follows four misfits transported into the Overworld, the iconic realm of the Minecraft game. Joe Keery, known for his role in Stranger Things, has released his latest album, The Crux, under the musical alias Djo, with the single End of Beginning gaining viral success. SIX The Musical, featuring the original West End cast, will be released in cinemas on Sunday as a filmed stage production. Anticipation is building for the announcement of the Switch 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch, expected to reveal its price and launch date on Wednesday. Other highlights include Eid Live and Celebrity Eid on BBC One on Monday, the creator of Minecraft appearing on a podcast on Monday, the London Games Festival 2025 starting on Wednesday, South of Midnight's early access on Thursday, and new album releases from Elton John and Brandi Carlile, and Black Country, New Road on Friday.

AppWizard

March 31, 2025

Momoa and Black create comedy in game adaptation ‘A Minecraft Movie’

Jason Momoa and Jack Black are starring in "A Minecraft Movie," directed by Jared Hess. Black plays Steve, a character trapped in the Overworld, while real-world characters Garett, Dawn, Natalie, and Henry discover his belongings and activate a portal to Minecraft. The film has been in development for over a decade, with Momoa also serving as a producer. This marks Momoa's first comedy role. The narrative focuses on a single scenario, making it easier to complete the project. The film features Jennifer Coolidge and is set for global release this Wednesday.

Winsage

March 30, 2025

5 nostalgic Windows programs I wish were still around

Windows Live Movie Maker was a free video editor that allowed users to create and edit videos without ads or upsells, contrasting with today's monetized tools. Rockmelt was a Chromium-based web browser from the early 2010s that integrated Facebook into the browsing experience with real-time notifications and built-in Messenger functionality. Windows Media Center was a media management interface in Windows Vista and 7 that had potential for growth with the rise of Home Theater PCs and streaming services. Iconic games from Windows XP, such as 3D Pinball: Space Cadet and Minesweeper, created lasting memories for users. Windows Live Messenger was a messaging service known for its user-friendly interface and features like tabbed conversations and customizable emoticons, which many users miss compared to newer platforms like Skype and Teams.

AppWizard

March 29, 2025

McDonald’s to release special Minecraft meal. What the toys are, when they’ll be available

McDonald's will launch a special meal promotion in conjunction with the release of "A Minecraft Movie" on April 4, 2025. Starting April 1, 2025, customers can order the "Minecraft Movie Meal," which includes a Big Mac, a 10-piece Chicken McNuggets with "Nether Flame" sauce, and a collectible item. A themed Happy Meal will also be available for children. The promotional toys include iconic Minecraft elements like a creeper and sheep, as well as reimagined McDonald's characters in a Minecraft style. Customers must order through the McDonald's app to access these limited-time meals.

AppWizard

March 28, 2025

Can A Minecraft Movie Be The Next Mario At The Box Office?

"A Minecraft Movie" is set to be released on April 4, 2025, and is projected to have a significant impact at the box office, potentially rivaling major hits like "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," which opened to million in 2023. "Captain America: Brave New World" currently holds the top spot with a debut of 0 million, but its global earnings have plateaued at just over 0 million. "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" is the highest-grossing video game adaptation, surpassing .3 billion globally. "Minecraft," the best-selling video game of all time, has a large and youthful fanbase. Directed by Jared Hess, the film follows four misfits transported to the Overworld and features Jack Black as Steve. The film has a reported budget of around million and will face minimal competition upon release.

AppWizard

March 28, 2025

Cozy gamers rejoice: Witchbrook finally has a release window, and yes, you can fly around on a broom with your friends

Witchbrook is a new cozy gaming title set in a school for witches, featuring a vibrant world with elements like mopeds and flying brooms. The game blends life simulation with magical education and is developed by Chucklefish. A trailer released during the Nintendo Direct event showcases its immersive experience and charming atmosphere. The game is expected to be released in Winter 2025 and is available for wishlisting on Steam.

Winsage

March 28, 2025

Windows 11’s Game Bar gets a fresh coat of paint, plus a tweak to work better on handhelds – and I like the direction Microsoft’s heading in here

Microsoft has rolled out updates for Xbox consoles and Windows 11 users, particularly enhancing the Game Bar. The Game Bar has received a graphical overhaul, including redesigned widgets such as Capture, Performance, Resource widgets, and the Widget Store. Improvements have also been made to navigation within the Widget Store for controller users, especially in Compact Mode, which optimizes the display for gaming handhelds. The updates aim to create a cleaner and more organized user interface. There is anticipation for a potential 'handheld mode' for Windows 11, which has been rumored.