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- Maxing out graphics settings to "Ultra" can lead to performance drops without significant visual improvements; "Very High" or "High" settings often provide a better balance of visuals and performance.
- The effectiveness of ray tracing in games varies based on implementation; some games showcase its benefits while others do not.
- Photorealism in graphics does not necessarily equate to immersion; true immersion relies on art style, narrative, gameplay, and performance.
- Modern upscaling technologies like DLSS and FSR have improved to the point where the difference between upscaled and native resolution is often imperceptible to most gamers.
- Frame generation can create visual artifacts and latency issues, particularly for budget GPUs, making it less effective at low framerates.
- Recent advancements in GPUs have made high-quality gaming more accessible, challenging the belief that only high-end GPUs are needed for top-tier gaming experiences.
Windows 11 includes various background services that can be disabled to enhance performance or privacy. Users can access the Services window by searching for "Services" in the search bar. Key services that may be unnecessary for many users include:
- Windows Mobile Hotspot Service: Often unnecessary as most laptops lack a mobile data connection.
- Fax: Rarely needed for personal computers.
- Downloaded Maps Manager: Manages downloaded maps, likely to become less relevant with the deprecation of Windows Maps.
- Certificate Propagation: Essential for smart card functionality; can be disabled if not using smart cards.
- Windows Insider Service: Manages enrollment in the Windows Insider program; advisable to disable if not participating.
- Parental Controls: Useful for families; can be disabled if the device is for personal use.
- Windows Image Acquisition: Facilitates image acquisition from scanners and cameras; can be disabled if no scanner is used.
- TCP/IP NetBIOS Helper: Aids communication with local network devices; can be disabled for most home users.
- Xbox Live Game Save: Syncs save data with Xbox Live; unnecessary for users who primarily use other gaming platforms.
- Connected User Experiences and Telemetry: Collects diagnostic data; disabling it can enhance privacy.
Disabling these services may not lead to significant performance improvements but can create a more personalized computing experience. Users can re-enable any service if needed later.
Doom: The Dark Ages was tested on an Alienware Area-51 gaming PC with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090, achieving 155 frames per second at Ultra Nightmare settings and 4K resolution without DLSS. With DLSS 4 x4 activated, the frame rate increased to 344 fps. The Alienware setup included an Intel Ultra Core 9 285K CPU, 64GB of RAM, and a 2TB SSD. Testing with other RTX 50 series cards showed the RTX 5060 Ti reached 153 fps at 4K with DLSS 4, while the RTX 5070 Ti achieved 185 fps with DLSS 4. Performance results for various RTX 50 cards at different settings were provided, highlighting their capabilities.
Zomato's Android app features an intuitive interface for browsing restaurant menus, allowing users to easily select items and add them to their cart. The checkout process supports various payment methods, including credit cards and digital wallets, ensuring a quick and tailored experience. Additionally, the app provides real-time order tracking, offering updates on the status of orders from the kitchen to the customer's doorstep.
Shazam was launched in the UK in 2002 as a service where users could call a number to identify songs for a fee. Acquired by Apple in 2018, it remains available for Android users and integrates with various music platforms while being free to use. Shazam struggles with identifying earworms.
SoundHound, Shazam's main competitor, has around 100 million users and can identify songs quickly, providing detailed information and lyrics. It allows users to hum or sing songs for identification, though this feature is not always accurate. SoundHound's free version includes ads, while SoundHound Infinity offers an ad-free experience for .99.
Musixmatch is another alternative that identifies songs and focuses on lyrics, allowing users to create "lyrics cards" and offering a translation feature. It requires the actual song for identification. The Google app also provides quick song identification, including for hummed or sung versions, but gives candid feedback on user performance.
NVIDIA DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation has been introduced to enhance the visual experience in several games, including MechWarrior 5: Clans, New World: Aeternum, and Spirit of the North 2.
MechWarrior 5: Clans, a spin-off set in the MechWarrior universe, will receive an update with the Ghost Bear: Flash Storm DLC, supporting NVIDIA DLSS 4 for improved frame rates on GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics cards.
New World: Aeternum will launch Season 8 - Season of the Divide, featuring new maps and events, and will integrate NVIDIA DLSS 4 for enhanced visuals and performance.
Spirit of the North 2 will support NVIDIA DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation from its launch in two days.
Other titles adopting DLSS technology include Bodycam, which has been updated to support DLSS Super Resolution with plans for Frame Generation, and Lost Skies, which launched on Steam Early Access with DLSS Super Resolution. Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree and Necrophosis also feature DLSS Super Resolution support.
Google is developing a new feature called "Live for AI Mode," which is expected to enhance user interaction with AI, potentially utilizing Google Lens for a more conversational interface. Recent updates have expanded AI Mode access to all Labs testers in the U.S., introducing visual cards for products and locations. The new feature may include an "End Session" button and a microphone mute option, similar to the existing Gemini Live feature. Since its rollout in April, Google has integrated Lens into AI Mode, allowing users to capture images and ask questions about them. The update aims to provide a more dynamic experience, including a "multisearch" capability that combines images and text. As of May 1, AI Mode has been updated to include a history of previous queries and will soon allow users to access organized information blocks for local establishments, including reviews and operational hours.
Nvidia's Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) was introduced in 2018 with the GeForce RTX 20-series graphics cards and has evolved into its fourth iteration, becoming a standard expectation for modern PC games. DLSS enhances gameplay by upscaling lower-resolution images, improving frame rates, and enabling advanced graphical effects without sacrificing performance. The latest version, DLSS 4, debuted with the GeForce RTX 50-series in 2025 and features a new transformer model to enhance image quality. DLSS includes Frame Generation, which creates additional frames to improve gameplay fluidity, and Multi-Frame Generation, which can produce up to three additional frames per real frame. DLSS significantly reduces the performance impact of ray tracing, allowing gamers to enjoy high-quality graphics without compromising frame rates. Over 500 games and applications currently support DLSS technology.
Windows Recall, an AI-driven feature by Microsoft, was initially launched in July but withdrawn due to security and privacy concerns. It has since returned with modifications aimed at improving user experience, although concerns about its functionality persist. Recall captures and analyzes screenshots of user activities to aid in retrieving past documents or messages. Users must have a Copilot+ PC to access Recall, which is not activated by default. Security enhancements include encrypted data storage and mandatory Windows Hello authentication for access. However, issues remain, such as potential access via a computer PIN, inconsistent filtering of sensitive data, and the risk of data being captured from shared devices. Users can exempt specific sites and apps from being captured, but the process is cumbersome.
