energy management

AppWizard
April 11, 2026
Titan Quest 2 is an action role-playing game developed by Grimlore Games, focusing on core elements from the original game while avoiding the live-service model. The game is currently in early access, with an update scheduled for April that will introduce two major features: summons and talismans. Each mastery will include a summon skill with new passive abilities, allowing for diverse playstyles. Summons will function similarly to auras, requiring energy management, and the game will automatically re-summon fallen minions. The five current masteries and their summons include: - Storm: Wisps that unleash lightning strikes. - Warfare: War Banner that heals and buffs allies or debuffs foes. - Forge: Automaton, a customizable mechanical ally. - Earth: Core Dweller, a rock golem that deals damage. - Rogue: Shadow Clone that mirrors the player’s gear. The update will also introduce talismans for mages, replacing traditional shields and enhancing energy reserves. Additionally, there will be an overhaul of epic items, with significant buffs and reworks to improve their effects. Other enhancements include new affixes on gear and revamped implicits on staves for casters. The exact release date of the update is not specified, but it is described as "nearly ready for release."
Winsage
July 15, 2025
Microsoft is introducing an update for Windows 11 called Adaptive Energy Saver, which optimizes energy consumption based on device activities to enhance battery longevity for portable devices like laptops and tablets. Unlike the existing energy saver mode that activates at low battery levels, the Adaptive Energy Saver assesses system workload to determine when to conserve power without changing screen brightness. This feature is not available for desktop PCs but is being rolled out to users in the Windows Insider program, with a broader release expected later this year.
Winsage
June 15, 2025
The Energy Saver mode on Windows 11 helps extend battery life but has limited customization options. Microsoft is currently beta testing a new Adaptive Energy Saver mode that adapts to user behavior and device usage patterns. This feature, discovered by a user named PhantomOfEarth, is functional and reportedly reduces battery usage effectively in the Dev and Beta environments. It suggests that Microsoft may roll out this feature in future updates, enhancing users' control over energy management.
Winsage
June 8, 2025
In the latest test build of Windows 11, version 26200.5603, Microsoft introduced User Interaction-Aware CPU Power Management, which optimizes CPU usage by reducing power consumption during inactivity. The system detects a lack of user activity, such as no mouse movements or keyboard inputs, and transitions into a low-power mode to conserve energy and extend battery life. When user interaction resumes, full CPU performance is restored. This feature is expected to be included in the upcoming final releases of Windows 11, specifically in versions 24H2 and 25H2.
Winsage
March 24, 2025
Seelen UI version 2.2.0 introduces several new features and enhancements for Windows 10 and Windows 11, including: - Ability to disable app thumbnail generation on the dock. - Locking dock and toolbar items for a stable workspace. - Instance counter for the same app on the dock. - Customization options for toolbar positioning. - Setting a custom start menu icon. - Language selector for the toolbar. - Dynamic color highlighting based on the focused app. - Introduction of a hibernate button in the toolbar power menu. - Media volume mixer operating by app and device. - Clickable notifications and images for enhanced interactivity. Enhancements include: - Settings displayed at startup for immediate access. - Expanded power module supporting various power plans. Refactor includes: - Update of the windows-rs crate to version 0.59.0 for improved performance. Fixes address: - Correct display of local accounts with domain in username. - Issue with Application Frame Host displaying instead of actual app name. - Event order in Windows event handling for better reliability. Changes include: - Updated dependencies for enhanced functionality. - Position variable for the fancy toolbar. - Instance counter for multiple open windows. - Power plan options added to power settings. - Option to disable reordering on the WEG and toolbar. - Improved notification max height and hover transitions. - Language improvements, particularly for Japanese and Russian. - Fixes related to Bluetooth module functionality and fullscreen app compatibility.
Winsage
February 26, 2025
Innovation and creativity are highlighted at CES, showcasing technologies aimed at enhancing daily life. Jackery offers portable power stations like the Explorer 5000 Plus, which has a capacity of 5kWh and a power output of 7.2kW, capable of powering multiple appliances. Their solar panels can convert these stations into solar generators, with options like the Solar Generator 3000 v2 providing 3kWh of power. The XGIMI Ascend projector screen retracts into a speaker cabinet and features Ambient Light Rejection technology and built-in Harman Kardon soundbars. Narwal's Flow robotic mop uses a track-driven design and dual water tank system for efficient cleaning, with a suction power of up to 20,000 Pascals. The Dreame X50 Ultra is the first robot vacuum with retractable legs, allowing it to navigate obstacles and has a suction capability of up to 20,000 Pascals. MOVA's V50 Ultra robot vacuum features HydroSync mopping and Triple Intelligence AI Sensing, while their K30 and X4 Pro vacuums are lightweight and powerful. Segway's Navimow X3 robotic lawn mower can manage up to 2.5 acres and uses AI for efficient route planning. Govee offers innovative smart lighting products, including customizable strip lights and lamps that synchronize with sound. ASUS has introduced the Zenbook A14, the lightest Copilot+ PC, weighing just under a kilo and featuring a 32-hour battery life. The TCL A300 Series NXTFRAME TV resembles art with customizable frames and includes a premium Bang & Olufsen speaker system in the Pro Model. Roam Soda Top is a portable water bottle that allows users to create sparkling water on the go.
Winsage
December 10, 2024
Manjaro Linux 24.2 Yonada offers enhanced features across its GNOME, Plasma, and XFCE editions. The GNOME edition includes GNOME 47, allowing users to choose from multiple accent colors, improved scaling for clarity on various displays, and hardware encoding support for screen recording on Intel and AMD GPUs. The Plasma edition utilizes Plasma 6.2, featuring improved Wayland support, better energy management, and enhanced customization options, including support for drawing tablets. The XFCE edition, now with Xfce 4.18, introduces file highlighting and recursive search in the Thunar file manager and consolidates system management in the Control Centre. Manjaro 24.2 is powered by Linux Kernel 6.12, with options for older devices using Kernel 6.6 LTS and 6.1 LTS.
AppWizard
November 9, 2024
Samsung SmartThings recently introduced new features such as Home Insights, Daily Routines, Quick Remote, and Automatic Hub Backup. A report suggests that SmartThings may soon support Wi-Fi routers alongside the upcoming release of Matter 1.4. This update includes the "Enhanced Multi-Admin" feature for easier management of Matter-enabled devices across different ecosystems, allowing integration with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and SmartThings. Matter 1.4 will also enable Wi-Fi routers to function as Thread Border Routers, allowing control of Wi-Fi routers, modems, and set-top boxes through the SmartThings app. Additionally, it introduces support for energy management devices, helping users optimize energy consumption based on local electricity prices. Support for security cameras is expected in the future update, Matter 1.5. SmartThings is anticipated to integrate support for Matter 1.4 by 2025.
Winsage
October 4, 2024
Microsoft has begun rolling out the Windows 11 24H2 update, also known as the "Windows 11 2024 update." This update enhances security, introduces new connectivity options, and improves AI capabilities for Copilot+ PCs. Key features include a customizable scrollable Quick Settings interface, an upgraded Wi-Fi selection with a Refresh button, support for Wi-Fi 7, and compatibility with Bluetooth LE Audio hearing aids. The update adds a Power Saver toggle for energy management, system-wide auto-generated captions for video players with translation, new Windows Studio Effects for video feeds, and a teleprompter function with an "eye contact" mode. The Windows Recall feature returns with enhanced security, available on Snapdragon X devices in October and on Intel and AMD devices in November. Windows Search now incorporates AI to allow users to search by describing content, and the Super Resolution feature can upscale images by up to 8x. Windows Paint has been upgraded with AI tools for generative fill and erase functionalities. The Click To Do function provides easy access to new features, and additional improvements include the ability to set HDR images as desktop backgrounds and enhanced File Explorer functionality for creating and reading RAR and 7z archives.
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