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April 14, 2025

Minecraft meets Jacksonville: City invites students to reimagine public spaces

The City of Jacksonville is launching a citywide Minecraft build challenge for K-12 and college students in Duval County, starting on April 14. Participants will redesign Jacksonville's public spaces, focusing on sustainability and collaboration. The competition has four divisions: Elementary (3rd-5th grade), Middle (6th-8th grade), High School (9th-12th grade), and College. Teams can have up to five members and two alternates. Entries are due by May 2, with the top eight teams advancing to a live final event, the Mayor’s Cup, on May 20. More information is available at Jacksonville.gov/minecraft.

AppWizard

April 14, 2025

’Minecraft’, Jesus Lead Box Office Resurgence

Rory McIlroy won The Masters, achieving his career Grand Slam. Paramount is experiencing a strong start to Q2, with Cooper Flagg helping Duke achieve an 8-year ratings high and the men's championship game attracting 18.1 million viewers. The Naked Gun debuted successfully at CinemaCon, and MI:8 is projected for a record opening. 60 Minutes is performing well despite political challenges, and MobLand garnered 8.8 million global viewers in its first week on Paramount+. WBD paid its top 5 executives over million in compensation in 2024, while its stock was down approximately 7%. The source of autism is expected to be discovered by September, according to RFK Jr. Cosmopolitan is launching a sports content outlet called Cosmo Sports, and OpenAI is offering free ChatGPT Plus to college students through May. Disney is discounting at Disney World this summer, likely due to the upcoming opening of Universal's Epic theme park. Director Don Mischer passed away at the age of 85.

Winsage

March 16, 2025

Xbox Gaming Handheld details emerge as millions of soon-to-be stuck Windows 10 PCs get an unlikely savior in ChromeOS and Microsoft prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary

An upcoming Xbox gaming handheld, known as "Project Kennan," is being developed through a collaboration between ASUS and Microsoft. This device will run PC games but will not support exclusive Xbox console titles. Users will have access to a wide range of games through services like Xbox Play Anywhere, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. As Windows 11 enforces strict hardware requirements, many PCs will remain on Windows 10, prompting Google to enhance ChromeOS for Microsoft 365 compatibility, potentially attracting users to Chromebooks or allowing them to convert their existing Windows PCs to ChromeOS. Microsoft has integrated Copilot into GroupMe to enhance the messaging experience, aiming to revitalize the app among college students. This announcement coincides with Microsoft's plans to phase out Skype. Microsoft's 50th anniversary event is scheduled for April 4, 2025, where new AI and Copilot announcements are expected, although significant product launches may be unlikely. Epic Games and Qualcomm are collaborating to enhance the Easy Anti-Cheat system for Snapdragon X PCs, improving gaming experiences on these devices. The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has been reviewed and described as the "Surface Pro on steroids." Windows Central has identified deals, including a bundle with a free Meta Quest 3S and discounts on WWE 2K25 Deadman Edition.

AppWizard

March 13, 2025

Skype is dying, but this niche messaging app once bought by Skype just integrated with Microsoft Copilot

Microsoft has integrated a new Copilot feature into GroupMe, allowing users to interact with AI for generating responses and enhancing group chat communication. Users can summon Copilot with a long press on messages, enabling functionalities such as brainstorming ideas, curating playlists, and simplifying complex concepts. GroupMe, acquired by Microsoft after its launch in 2010, has become popular among students due to its user-friendly features. The 2024 update represents a significant overhaul, emphasizing adaptability and user engagement. Future enhancements may include AI that understands group dynamics for more interactive experiences.

AppWizard

March 13, 2025

“There was no such thing as a game industry back then.” Koei’s founder on how his solo passion project sold 10,000 copies at the dawn of PC gaming in Japan

Yoichi Erikawa, the founder of Koei Tecmo, created his first game, Kawanakajima no Kassen, a historical war simulator set in the Sengoku Period, which was released in 1981 and sold 10,000 copies. The game involved managing various aspects of feudal lord responsibilities and was initially a personal project driven by Erikawa's interest in history and programming. After placing an advertisement in a computer magazine, they received an overwhelming response, leading Erikawa and his wife to manually produce and ship the game. The success of Kawanakajima no Kassen prompted Erikawa to develop more games, including Nobunaga’s Ambition in 1983, which became a franchise with over 40 titles. Kawanakajima no Kassen is currently available on PC via Steam, but only in Japanese.

AppWizard

October 30, 2024

Minecraft College Football Has Had An Explosive First Season — And I Mean That Literally

Minecraft College Football is a virtual sports league within Minecraft that began in July, inspired by a viral clip from a Chicken State game. The league, known as the Minecraft College Athletics Association (MCAA), features over 25 teams, including Pig State and Ole Moo, and has gained attention from major networks like ESPN. The inaugural season has been marked by both triumphs, such as Pig State's victory over Ole Moo, and tragedies, including stadium bombings and campus violence. Dedicated commentators and a vibrant community engage in discussions and live streams of the games. The league incorporates whimsical elements, with teams named after Minecraft mobs, and players must embrace the theme to participate. High school and college students are showing support for Pig State through "pink outs" at games, fostering a sense of community among fans.

AppWizard

October 5, 2024

Introducing New Facebook Local Tab, Messenger Communities, AI Integrations and More | Meta

Facebook unveiled new features aimed at enhancing user experiences on Facebook and Messenger, focusing on young adults and community connections. Key updates include: - A Local tab being tested to aggregate local content from Marketplace, Groups, and Events, initially in Austin, New York City, and Los Angeles. - A Weekly and Weekend Digest for Events delivering personalized recommendations based on user interests. - An Explore tab to present content tailored to individual interests, powered by an algorithm. - An updated full-screen Video tab featuring Reels alongside other video formats. - A feature enabling users to invite Instagram followers, as well as SMS and email contacts, to Facebook events. - A customizable Group AI being tested to assist users in Facebook Groups with frequently asked questions. - The introduction of Matchmaker in Facebook Dating, allowing friends to help find matches. - Integration of Meta AI into features like Imagine Yourself for creativity and content sharing. - Expanded functionality of Notes in Messenger, including music and mentions, and a new Memories feature. - Launch of Messenger Communities for small to medium-sized groups based on shared interests. - A new monetization program for creators and exploration of expanded options for Stories.

Winsage

September 1, 2024

Which Company Of Laptop Is Best For Students (August 2024)? Explore Top-Selling And Powerful Models

- HP Laptop 15s features an AMD Ryzen 3 5300U processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, and 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD, priced at Rs 32,490, with an average battery life of 9 hours. - ASUS Vivobook 14 has an Intel Core i3-1215U processor, 8GB RAM, and 512GB SSD, priced at Rs 35,990, with a three-sided slim-bezel NanoEdge display. - Apple MacBook Air with M1 chip includes an 8-core CPU, 8GB RAM, and 256GB storage, priced at Rs 73,990, with a battery life of up to 18 hours. - Acer Aspire Lite features a 13th Generation Intel Core i3-1305U processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, and 512GB SSD, priced at Rs 33,990, with limited battery life. - Acer Aspire Lite with Intel Core i5-1235U processor has 16GB RAM and SSD storage, priced at Rs 43,990, with up to 8 hours of battery life. - Recommended laptop brands for students include Apple, HP, ASUS, and Acer.

Winsage

May 13, 2024

College students CANNOT miss this laptop deal: Dell’s Inspiron 16 Plus with i7 CPU, 2.5K display, and 1TB SSD is just $830

The Dell Inspiron 16 Plus (7630) laptop is currently available for 0 after a 0 discount. It features a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13700H processor, 16GB of RAM, 1TB SSD, 16-inch 2.5K display with 120Hz refresh rate, and Intel Iris Xe graphics. Windows Central Editor Rebecca Spear praised its versatility and long battery life, making it ideal for college students and creators.