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AppWizard

March 21, 2025

New ways to collaborate and get creative with Gemini

Gemini is a tool for content creation that allows users to generate high-quality first drafts and refine their work quickly through an intuitive feedback mechanism. It offers editing tools to adjust tone, length, and formatting easily. Gemini is useful for crafting speeches, revising essays, and enhancing blog posts and reports. Additionally, it aids in programming and software development by excelling in code generation, debugging, and providing explanations. With the introduction of Canvas, users can create web apps, Python scripts, games, and simulations efficiently. Canvas allows for the generation and preview of HTML/React code, enabling users to visualize their designs and make instant updates. This platform simplifies the coding process, promoting collaboration and innovation by allowing users to create, edit, and share their code and designs in one place.

AppWizard

December 5, 2024

Google spruces up Android with 6 new features improving Gemini, accessibility, and sharing

Google has introduced new features for Android, effective immediately, focusing on accessibility, sharing capabilities, and document management. Key updates include: - Expressive Captions for improved audio caption reading, available system-wide. - Enhanced image description capabilities in the Gemini platform, with vocalized descriptions and follow-up questions. - Emoji Kitchen for creating unique emojis by combining two default ones, integrated into Gboard. - Revamped Quick Share functionality allowing QR code generation for sharing content. - Higher quality document scans with automatic enhancements in Google Drive. - New Gemini Extensions for Spotify and Home, expanding features available to users.

Winsage

November 8, 2024

Microsoft rolls out AI-enabled Notepad to Windows Insiders

Microsoft is introducing significant AI upgrades to Notepad and Paint for Windows Insiders. Notepad will feature a new function called "Rewrite," allowing users to rephrase selected text with options for tone, format, and length. This function operates through Microsoft's cloud infrastructure and requires a Microsoft account, utilizing AI credits for usage. Paint will receive enhancements such as the Generative Erase feature for removing elements and Generative Fill for modifying artwork based on text descriptions. Generative Erase will be available on all Windows 11 PCs, while Generative Fill will initially be exclusive to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ devices. Microsoft claims that Notepad's launch time will improve by over 35%, with some users experiencing up to 55% enhancements. The Rewrite feature will be in preview mode for users in the US, France, the UK, Canada, Italy, and Germany, while users in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand will need a Microsoft 365 Family or Personal account, or a Copilot Pro subscription to access it.

Tech Optimizer

September 24, 2024

Top Tools to Enhance Your Gaming Security

In 2024, the gaming industry is vibrant and competitive, with millions of players engaged in various genres, but it faces cyber threats like DDoS attacks, malware, and account takeovers, necessitating strong cybersecurity measures. Antivirus software is crucial for detecting and eliminating malicious software. Bitdefender Antivirus Plus is lightweight and provides real-time protection without affecting gameplay. Norton 360 for Gamers optimizes performance during gameplay and includes a built-in VPN to prevent DDoS attacks. VPNs protect online identity and secure connections. ExpressVPN is known for speed and reliability, preventing DDoS attacks while minimizing lag. NordVPN has a large server network, ensuring stable connections and advanced encryption. Firewalls manage network traffic and prevent unauthorized access. GlassWire offers comprehensive network monitoring, while Comodo Firewall provides high customization for tailored security. Password managers help secure gaming accounts by generating and storing strong passwords. LastPass offers seamless password management, while Dashlane includes dark web monitoring and VPN services. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) adds an extra security layer. Authy is user-friendly with cross-platform support, and Google Authenticator generates offline codes for added security. Penetration testing tools identify vulnerabilities in systems. Metasploit is a comprehensive security testing tool, and Nmap scans networks to find vulnerabilities. Game-specific security software ensures fair play. GameGuard monitors for cheating in real-time, while PunkBuster prevents cheating in multiplayer games. Encryption tools protect sensitive data. VeraCrypt provides strong encryption for gaming data, and BitLocker offers full-disk encryption integrated with Windows.

Winsage

August 2, 2024

KB5040529: Microsoft quietly releases optional Windows 11 24H2 update for manual download

Microsoft released non-security Windows preview updates KB5040527 for Windows 11 and KB5040525 for Windows 10, along with an update for Windows 11 version 24H2 (KB5040529). The updates are rolled out in gradual and normal phases. Key features of the updates include: Gradual Rollout: - New Emoji Support: Introduction of Emoji 15.1, including new emojis like horizontal and vertical head shake, phoenix, lime, brown mushroom, and broken chain. - Start Menu Enhancements: New account manager feature and ability to drag apps from the Start menu to the taskbar. - Windows Backup Improvements: Backup of sound settings with "Remember my preferences" option. - Lock Screen Updates: Display of sports, traffic, and finance content alongside weather updates. - File Explorer Enhancements: Dragging files between breadcrumbs in the address bar. - Settings Modifications: New page for managing linked devices, "Add now" button for recovery email, Game Pass recommendation card, and visual updates for dialogs. - Windows Share Features: Prevention of accidental closure of the share window, QR code generation, emailing oneself, direct sharing to Microsoft Teams, and a new Copy button. - Task Manager Improvements: Updated DDR speed units, quicker process handle release, enhanced reliability, efficient process sorting, and better accessibility. Normal Rollout: - Widgets Update: Visual upgrade of taskbar icons for Widgets. Quality Enhancements: - Addition of PC Manager for devices in China. - Resolved issues with USB controller share button and Game Bar. - OneDrive as RemoteApp in Azure Virtual Desktop. - Enhanced packet drop collection support in Virtual Filtering Platform. - Adjustments to cache size display behavior in Windows Server vNext. - Improvements to Group Policy Preferences Item Level Targeting and Local Users and Groups. - Updates to Windows Kernel Vulnerable Driver Blocklist. - Resolved LSASS intermittent failures during specific logging settings. - Addressed WLAN card responsiveness issues in NetAdapterCx module. The KB5040529 update is compatible with AMD64 and Arm64 systems.

Winsage

June 21, 2024

Get a Windows 11 Pro license for $25 right now

- Windows 11 Pro offers enhanced productivity features, advanced security, and improved customization options. - Users can get a lifetime subscription to Windows 11 Pro at a discounted price, saving 87% off the regular price. - The software includes a virtual assistant feature called Copilot and DirectX 12 Ultimate API for top-notch gaming graphics. - Many users have reported long-lasting benefits from their purchases of Windows 11 Pro.

Winsage

June 12, 2024

If your Windows 11 taskbar’s been acting weird, you’re not seeing things – but don’t worry, there’s a fix

The June update for Windows 11 includes drag-and-drop functionality for File Explorer’s address bar, changes to Account Manager in the Start Menu, a refreshed Linked Devices page in the Settings app, built-in QR code generation for links, and many security-related tweaks.

Winsage

May 15, 2024

Microsoft’s quest for short-term $$$ is doing long-term damage to Windows, Surface, Xbox, and beyond

- Microsoft under CEO Satya Nadella has experienced a remarkable turnaround, focusing on artificial intelligence tools like Microsoft Copilot. - Despite the success in AI, there have been missed opportunities and strategic missteps, including the demise of Windows Phone and underinvestment in security measures. - Microsoft's hardware ventures like Surface and Windows Phone have faced setbacks, leading to skepticism about the future of these products. - The Xbox division at Microsoft is facing challenges due to corporate strategies focused on short-term financial gains, which could potentially undermine its momentum. - Microsoft's pattern of behavior, including rapid acquisitions and layoffs, has created a legacy of distrust among customers and industry insiders.