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AppWizard

May 10, 2025

A MINECRAFT MOVIE Has Just Passes Another Global Box Office Milestone But Will It Reach A Billion?

Warner Bros. Discovery's A Minecraft Movie has earned over 0 million globally and remains in the Top 3 at the box office after six weeks, with a domestic total of 9 million. It generated .9 million on Friday, with projections suggesting a weekend total exceeding million. Experts predict it may not reach billion but would be the second highest-grossing video game adaptation, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The film features a star-studded cast including Jason Momoa and Jack Black and is directed by Jared Hess. It follows four misfits navigating the Overworld, facing challenges from Piglins and Zombies. The screenplay is a collaborative effort from multiple writers, and the film is produced by a team including Roy Lee and Jason Momoa.

AppWizard

May 10, 2025

‘Thunderbolts*’ Crossing $100M Today, Eyes $30M+ 2nd Frame; ‘Minecraft’ Clicks $401M; ‘Sinners’ Shooting Past $200M; ‘Clown In The Cornfield’ $600K Previews

Disney and Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts is outperforming Shang-Chi’s second weekend, having earned .3 million on Friday and projected to reach approximately million over the weekend, reflecting a 53% decline from its opening week. By Sunday, it is expected to surpass 0 million in total earnings. In comparison, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings achieved .7 million during its post-Labor Day frame in 2021, marking a 54% drop. This weekend's overall box office performance is anticipated to match the same period last year, which recorded .1 million, significantly bolstered by the debut of Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, which opened with .4 million. Warner Bros’ Sinners continues to perform well, bringing in .6 million in its fourth weekend, comparable to The Sixth Sense (.5 million) and exceeding It (.2 million) in their fourth frames. The weekend box office breakdown includes: - Thunderbolts (Disney) - 4,330 theaters, Friday .3M, 3-day M (-53%), Total 0.3M/Wk 2 - Sinners (Warner Bros) - 3,502 theaters, Friday .6M, 3-day .3M (-39%), Total .3M/Wk 4 - A Minecraft Movie (Warner Bros) - 3,468 theaters, Friday .7M, 3-day M (-48%), Total M/Wk 6 - Accountant 2 (Amazon) - 3,402 theaters, Friday .58M, 3-day .8M (-39%), Total .6M/Wk 3 - Clown in a Cornfield (IFC) - 2,277 theaters, Friday .4M, 3-day .5M/Wk 1 - Shadow Force (Lionsgate) - 2,170 theaters, Friday .0M, 3-day .7M/Wk 1 - Fight or Flight (Vertical) - 2,153 theaters, Friday .5M, 3-day .5M/Wk 1 Thunderbolts is expected to dominate the weekend box office with an estimated million, reflecting a decline of 60% or less from its debut. Sinners is expected to cross the million threshold today, with a robust fourth weekend forecasted between million and million. Clown in the Cornfield is projected to earn around .5 million, while Shadow Force is eyeing a weekend total of million to million. Fight or Flight is set at .5 million. Briarcliff Entertainment's Juliet & Romeo is projected to earn around million.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Minecraft Movie Smashes Records: Now the 2nd Highest-Grossing Video Game Film Ever!

The Minecraft Movie has earned .6 million during its second weekend, bringing its domestic total to 0 million and its global revenue to 0 million, including .6 million from international earnings. Regal Movies is hosting a special screening of the Chicken Jockey scene on April 20. The film ranks second among live-action video game adaptations at the box office, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which has a global total of .3 billion. The Minecraft Movie received a score of 7/10 in reviews, and discussions of a sequel are underway, with preorders for the home video release currently available.

Tech Optimizer

May 6, 2025

Avast antivirus-owner Gen Digital forecasts upbeat 2026 on strong demand

Gen Digital, the parent company of antivirus brands like Avast, Avira, and Norton, has projected annual revenue and profit that exceed analysts' expectations, leading to a 4% increase in shares during after-hours trading. The company forecasts full-year 2026 revenue between .70 billion and .80 billion, compared to the average analyst estimate of .13 billion. It expects adjusted per-share earnings to be between [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Gen Digital, the parent company behind well-known antivirus software brands such as Avast, Avira, and Norton, has recently provided an optimistic outlook for its financial performance. On Tuesday, the company announced projections for annual revenue and profit that surpass analysts' expectations, reflecting a robust demand for its cybersecurity solutions. Following this announcement, shares of Gen Digital experienced a notable uptick of approximately 4% in after-hours trading. Strengthening Cybersecurity Amid Rising Threats The surge in high-profile digital breaches and a rise in online scams have compelled businesses to enhance their cybersecurity measures. This trend has led to increased enterprise spending on security solutions, even as economic uncertainties loom over client budgets. Gen Digital's forecast for full-year 2026 revenue is set between .70 billion and .80 billion, significantly higher than the average analyst estimate of .13 billion, as compiled by LSEG. In terms of profitability, the company anticipates adjusted per-share earnings to fall within the range of .46 to .54, again exceeding the analyst estimate of .43. This positive outlook is bolstered by the growing demand for advanced security solutions, particularly as artificial intelligence continues to evolve, enabling more sophisticated hacking techniques. In its most recent fourth quarter, Gen Digital reported revenue of .01 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations of 7 million. The company achieved an adjusted earnings per share of 59 cents, slightly above the anticipated 58 cents." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"].46 and [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Gen Digital, the parent company behind well-known antivirus software brands such as Avast, Avira, and Norton, has recently provided an optimistic outlook for its financial performance. On Tuesday, the company announced projections for annual revenue and profit that surpass analysts' expectations, reflecting a robust demand for its cybersecurity solutions. Following this announcement, shares of Gen Digital experienced a notable uptick of approximately 4% in after-hours trading. Strengthening Cybersecurity Amid Rising Threats The surge in high-profile digital breaches and a rise in online scams have compelled businesses to enhance their cybersecurity measures. This trend has led to increased enterprise spending on security solutions, even as economic uncertainties loom over client budgets. Gen Digital's forecast for full-year 2026 revenue is set between .70 billion and .80 billion, significantly higher than the average analyst estimate of .13 billion, as compiled by LSEG. In terms of profitability, the company anticipates adjusted per-share earnings to fall within the range of .46 to .54, again exceeding the analyst estimate of .43. This positive outlook is bolstered by the growing demand for advanced security solutions, particularly as artificial intelligence continues to evolve, enabling more sophisticated hacking techniques. In its most recent fourth quarter, Gen Digital reported revenue of .01 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations of 7 million. The company achieved an adjusted earnings per share of 59 cents, slightly above the anticipated 58 cents." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"].54, surpassing the analyst estimate of [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Gen Digital, the parent company behind well-known antivirus software brands such as Avast, Avira, and Norton, has recently provided an optimistic outlook for its financial performance. On Tuesday, the company announced projections for annual revenue and profit that surpass analysts' expectations, reflecting a robust demand for its cybersecurity solutions. Following this announcement, shares of Gen Digital experienced a notable uptick of approximately 4% in after-hours trading. Strengthening Cybersecurity Amid Rising Threats The surge in high-profile digital breaches and a rise in online scams have compelled businesses to enhance their cybersecurity measures. This trend has led to increased enterprise spending on security solutions, even as economic uncertainties loom over client budgets. Gen Digital's forecast for full-year 2026 revenue is set between .70 billion and .80 billion, significantly higher than the average analyst estimate of .13 billion, as compiled by LSEG. In terms of profitability, the company anticipates adjusted per-share earnings to fall within the range of .46 to .54, again exceeding the analyst estimate of .43. This positive outlook is bolstered by the growing demand for advanced security solutions, particularly as artificial intelligence continues to evolve, enabling more sophisticated hacking techniques. In its most recent fourth quarter, Gen Digital reported revenue of .01 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations of 7 million. The company achieved an adjusted earnings per share of 59 cents, slightly above the anticipated 58 cents." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"].43. In its latest fourth quarter, Gen Digital reported revenue of .01 billion, exceeding expectations of .07 million, and achieved adjusted earnings per share of 59 cents, slightly above the anticipated 58 cents.

AppWizard

May 5, 2025

A Minecraft Movie North America Box Office: Makes 158% Returns In 29 Days, Surpassing Jason Momoa’s Aquaman!

A Minecraft Movie, featuring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, has generated .58 million in North America after 29 days in theaters. The film, directed by Jared Hess, premiered on April 4 and has received mixed reviews but performed well at the box office. It earned .07 million on its fifth Friday and is projected to reach the 0 million milestone soon. The film's budget was million, and it has achieved a return of 158.38%, surpassing Aquaman's domestic earnings of 5.10 million, which had a return of 109.43%. Worldwide, A Minecraft Movie has earned 7.18 million, combining its North American and international earnings.

AppWizard

May 4, 2025

A Minecraft Movie North America Box Office Day 28: Drops Below $1M On Its 4th Thursday, $400M Seems Out Of Reach This Weekend

A Minecraft Movie's box office performance has dipped below the million threshold in North America as of Thursday, with a current domestic total of 74.5 million. The film earned 1.7 million last weekend, placing it at #4, and experienced a 53.5% drop in earnings from the previous weekend. It is projected to earn approximately 2 million in its fifth weekend, bringing its total to 77.5 million, still short of the 80 million target. Internationally, the film has accumulated 126 million, leading to a global total of 200.5 million, making it the highest-grossing Hollywood film of the year. The film was released on April 4 and had a production budget of 90 million.

AppWizard

May 2, 2025

‘The Minecraft Movie’ Tops $825 Million As Biggest Blockbuster Of 2025

The Minecraft Movie has grossed over million as it heads into the weekend, solidifying its position as a leading film in 2025. In its fourth weekend, it has earned more than 0 million globally, with approximately million from international markets and nearly million from domestic audiences. Projections for the fifth weekend suggest a global take of to million, pushing its total earnings beyond 0 million. The film maintains its position at #5 in the box office rankings after a month of release. The success is attributed to the artistry of the Wētā FX team, effective marketing strategies by Warner Bros., and a balance of tone and pacing that appeals to both fans and general audiences. The film is expected to retain its title as 2025’s highest-grossing film until Jurassic World: Rebirth is released, with potential earnings exceeding 0 million by the end of its theatrical run.

Winsage

May 2, 2025

Windows 10 is fading fast – and Microsoft’s CEO just made that crystal clear

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced the transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11 during the third-quarter earnings call, highlighting that Windows 10's end-of-support date is October 14, 2025. Windows 11, launched in 2021, has seen a nearly 75% increase in commercial deployment since last year. Surveys show that Windows 10's user base dropped from 70% in April 2024 to 54%. The upgrade to Windows 11 is free for eligible hardware, but the system requirements are more demanding. Windows contributes only 9% to Microsoft's overall income in fiscal year 2024.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

At 34 seconds, Jack Black’s chicken song from A Minecraft Movie just became the shortest ever to crack the Billboard Hot 100

Jack Black's song “Steve’s Lava Chicken” debuted at No. 78 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it the shortest song ever to chart at just 34 seconds long. The song garnered over seven million streams in the U.S. during the week of April 18 to April 24. Black's previous song, “POD,” also reached No. 78 but was longer. “Steve’s Lava Chicken” was inspired by a scene from “A Minecraft Movie.” The movie has grossed over [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Jack Black’s latest musical endeavor, “Steve’s Lava Chicken,” has made an impressive mark on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming the shortest song ever to grace the chart. Clocking in at a mere 34 seconds, this whimsical track debuted at No. 78, a notable achievement in the realm of music where brevity is rarely celebrated. Record-Breaking Debut According to data from Luminate, the song garnered over seven million streams in the United States during the week of April 18 to April 24, showcasing its viral appeal. The Billboard Hot 100, which first appeared on August 4, 1958, has never seen a song of such brevity before. For context, Black's previous entry, “POD” from the 2006 film “Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny,” also reached No. 78 but did so with a more traditional length. In addition to this new hit, Black has previously made waves in the music scene with his contribution to the “Super Mario Bros. Movie,” where he voiced Bowser and performed the catchy tune “Peaches.” That song enjoyed a five-week run on the Hot 100, peaking at No. 56. The Creative Spark The inspiration behind “Steve’s Lava Chicken” comes from a scene in “A Minecraft Movie,” where Black’s character, Steve, whimsically illustrates the culinary possibilities of combining lava with chicken. The lyrics, though brief, are delightfully catchy: La-la-la-lava ch-ch-ch-chicken Steve's Lava Chicken, yeah, it's tasty as hell Ooh, mamacita, now you're ringin' the bell Crispy and juicy, now you're havin' a snack Ooh super spicy, it's a lava attack! It’s likely that Black’s spontaneous creativity played a role in crafting this memorable tune, which has captured the hearts of fans and casual listeners alike. However, it’s important to note that “Steve’s Lava Chicken” should not be confused with the chicken jockey meme that has circulated within the gaming community. Box Office Success Since its release on April 4, “A Minecraft Movie” has proven to be a commercial triumph, amassing over 0 million globally. This success has been bolstered by an extensive marketing campaign, ensuring that the franchise remains a lucrative venture for Warner Bros. With such impressive earnings, a sequel seems all but inevitable, promising more delightful content for fans to enjoy." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] million globally since its release on April 4.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

PC gaming can’t stop getting Ws, as Microsoft shares it’s being weighed down by console and hardware revenue woes

Gaming revenue increased by 5% (6% when adjusted for currency), while Xbox content and services revenue grew by 8%. However, Xbox hardware revenue declined by 6% (5% CC) and experienced a 30% drop between early 2024 and early 2023. Microsoft has acquired game studios, including Blizzard and Bethesda, but faces challenges such as layoffs and a lack of compelling console exclusives. Current standout titles on Xbox Game Pass do not require an Xbox purchase, reflecting a trend where console exclusivity is becoming less relevant, except for Nintendo.