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AppWizard

December 4, 2025

Slipknot’s Clown launches his own “surreal” ‘Minecraft’ world

Shawn ‘Clown’ Crahan has launched a unique Minecraft world called Vernearth, which features an evolving narrative and various game modes. Vernearth is described as a "surreal landscape built from over 100 million blocks," inhabited by guardians known as Mind Stewards. It includes four game modes: 1. Oblivion - a survival world blending realism with Clown's artistic vision. 2. The Arena - a multiplayer fighting space for competition. 3. Plotworld - a creative space for building and social activities, including contests. 4. Challenge Mode - a seasonal hardcore game with a new Slipknot theme every 45 days. Vernearth aims to appeal to a diverse audience, including explorers, builders, streamers, and competitive players. Clown emphasizes the importance of embracing technology and change, expressing optimism about the future of Slipknot and ongoing work on new music with their new drummer, Eloy Casagrande.

Winsage

November 20, 2025

2025 Windows 11 PC holiday buying guide: Best devices and deals

The holiday season is an ideal time to gift a Windows 11 PC, which can enhance gaming setups, assist with creative projects, and simplify daily tasks. Windows 11 PCs now feature Copilot, an AI-powered assistant that streamlines tasks through voice commands. A survey shows that over half of Gen Z and Millennials use generative AI weekly. Various Windows 11 PCs are available for different users, including: - Lenovo Legion 5 15": A gaming laptop with AMD Ryzen 7 260 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics, starting at ,249.99 MSRP, currently ,169.99 at Walmart. - ROG Xbox Ally: A portable gaming device starting at 9.99, available at Microsoft.com and Best Buy. - Dell 16 Plus Laptop: Designed for students, starting at ,149.99 MSRP. - Samsung Galaxy Book5 360: A versatile 2-in-1 PC starting at ,349.99 MSRP. - Acer Aspire 14 AI: A portable laptop starting at 9.99 MSRP at Costco.com. - ASUS Zenbook 14: Lightweight with multi-day battery life, starting at 9 MSRP at Walmart. - Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 Copilot+ PC: Starting at ,199.99 at Best Buy. - Surface Pro 12-inch: A portable 2-in-1 device starting at 9.99 MSRP at Best Buy. - HP OmniBook 5 14-inch: Offers long battery life, starting at 9.99 MSRP. - Surface Laptop 13-inch: Lightweight with AI features, starting at 9.99 MSRP at Best Buy. Retailers like Microsoft, Best Buy, and Costco offer significant holiday deals on these PCs, with discounts and promotions available. Microsoft.com features exclusive deals, price protection, and free shipping until January 31, 2026. Xbox deals include discounts on games and accessories, with Xbox Game Pass Premium subscriptions and Microsoft gift cards available as gift options.

Winsage

November 3, 2025

Windows 11 insiders can now share Bluetooth LE audio over two pairs of headphones, so now you and your bestie can both sob over K-Pop Demon Hunters on the plane

Windows 11 Insiders are testing build 26220.7051, which includes a Shared Audio feature that allows two users to listen to the same audio through separate Bluetooth devices. This feature is part of an initiative to expand Bluetooth Low Energy Audio support on Windows 11, currently available on select "Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs," including various Surface laptops, Surface Pro tablets, and Samsung Galaxy Book 4 and 5 models. Users need Bluetooth LE Audio-compatible devices, such as Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Buds3, Buds3 Pro, Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, and recent LE Audio-capable hearing aids from ReSound and Beltone. Additionally, the build introduces a full-screen experience for handheld Windows 11 devices, enhancing performance and gameplay, particularly for devices like the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally and MSI Claw, the latter being the first non-Xbox device to receive this feature.

BetaBeacon

October 7, 2025

Unity Patches Critical Vulnerability in Android Games Since 2017

The vulnerability CVE-2025-59489 was identified by security researcher RyotaK in June, prompting companies like Valve and Microsoft to implement protective measures for users on platforms such as Steam and Xbox. The flaw had been dormant for nearly a decade, highlighting the challenges of maintaining legacy code. Concerns were raised about the vulnerability imperiling crypto wallets linked to mobile games, potentially allowing unauthorized transactions. Protective steps recommended include immediate engine upgrades and enhanced code audits. Unity's proactive patching sets a benchmark for rapid response, but questions remain about why the flaw persisted undetected for years. Ongoing vulnerability scanning and collaborative threat intelligence sharing are emphasized for future safeguards.

AppWizard

October 3, 2025

Minecraft x Dragon Ball Z – Official DLC Teaser Trailer

Intellectual property rights are crucial in the digital content landscape, with copyright law protecting original works and trademarks establishing brand identity. IGN Entertainment exemplifies the importance of these protections by adhering to copyright and trademark regulations. Content creators should ensure their work is original, consider registering their copyrights or trademarks, be aware of licensing agreements, and monitor the use of their content for potential infringements.

AppWizard

September 10, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: MO Astray, Anodyne, Death Road to Canada, more

A new array of Android game and app deals has been announced, including launch promotions for the Galaxy Tab S11 with discounts of up to 0. The Galaxy S25 FE is available with a 2x storage upgrade and a complimentary Amazon gift card. Featured app titles include MO: Astray, Anodyne, and Death Road to Canada.

AppWizard

September 5, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Majesty, 9th Dawn III, Tempest, and more

A selection of Android game and app deals has emerged, including price reductions on the Galaxy Tab S11 models, with discounts reaching up to 0. Samsung is offering trade-in incentives allowing customers to save up to 0 when upgrading devices. The 1TB Razr Ultra smartphone is available at 0 off, and the Vivobook S 15, featuring a 3K OLED display and Snapdragon Copilot+ processor, is also seeing significant price cuts. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 are priced less than usual.

AppWizard

August 13, 2025

Net sales down 15.2% at Square Enix

Square Enix reported a 15.2 percent decline in net sales for the quarter ending June 2025, with revenue at Y59.3 billion (approximately 2 million). The digital entertainment segment saw net sales drop to Y32.9 billion (3.6 million), a 25 percent year-on-year decline, while the HD games sector experienced a 27.6 percent decrease to Y8.9 billion (.4 million). Despite the sales challenges, operating profit surged to Y1 billion (.7 million), a 1,900 percent increase from last year's Y50 million (approximately 0,000). The MMO segment also faced a 23.2 percent decline in net sales, totaling Y9.6 billion (.2 million). Square Enix noted a lack of comparable new releases this year to stimulate sales growth.

Winsage

July 22, 2025

Microsoft Stops Selling Movies, TV Shows Across All Digital Platforms

Microsoft Corp. has exited the transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) sector after nearly two decades. Users will still have access to their owned digital content on Windows and Xbox devices. The company launched the “Zune Video Marketplace” in 2006, which evolved into Xbox Video in 2012 and was rebranded as the Microsoft Movies & TV Store in 2015. The platform generated approximately billion in revenue through 2024. This decision follows the departure of Dametra Johnson-Marletti, who was a key figure in Microsoft's digital gaming sales division.

Winsage

July 19, 2025

Microsoft shuts down Movies & TV digital storefront on Xbox and Windows

Microsoft will discontinue its Movies & TV digital storefront on Xbox consoles and Windows devices on July 18, 2025, ending the ability to purchase new movies and TV shows through the Microsoft Store. Users will still have access to previously purchased content via the Movies & TV application on their devices. The closure will affect new entertainment content acquisitions on Microsoft.com and the Microsoft Store on Windows and Xbox, but users can continue to enjoy their existing digital libraries. The refund policy for movies and TV shows will remain unchanged, with purchases being ineligible for refunds. Content portability options are available through Movies Anywhere for U.S. residents, but direct migration to alternative services is largely unavailable. Third-party entertainment services will continue to be available on Microsoft's platforms for new content purchases. The Movies & TV storefront has been operational since 2015, evolving from earlier services. Microsoft will maintain server infrastructure for existing content libraries and provide ongoing support for previously purchased content. Content licensing agreements will dictate the availability of purchased titles.