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Millennium Whisper and the case for ethical, on-device AI in games
AppWizard
December 30, 2025

Millennium Whisper and the case for ethical, on-device AI in games

A recent survey by Google Cloud found that 90% of game developers are exploring generative AI. Millennium Whisper, a dating sim by Parable Studios, is the first game on Steam to run a large language model entirely on-device, avoiding cloud-based inference. This approach allows for unique in-game conversations and addresses ethical data usage, as actors retain ownership of their data and receive royalties. The game uses actor-led role-play sessions for character behavior, ensuring high-quality data. Running AI locally enhances energy efficiency and sustainability, contrasting with traditional server-based models that incur ongoing costs. Millennium Whisper received grant funding from Innovate UK and is currently in Early Access. Ambrose Robinson, the founder of Parable Studios, emphasizes the importance of energy savings and the sustainability of their AI approach.
Windows 11 just leveled up again
Winsage
August 30, 2025

Windows 11 just leveled up again

Microsoft has released several enhancements for Windows 11 through its Windows Insider Program, including: 1. The ability to resume Android apps from the Taskbar using the "Link to Windows" app. 2. An updated battery icon on the Lock Screen that changes color based on battery status. 3. New keyboard shortcuts for typing En dashes (Windows key + Minus) and Em dashes (Windows key + Shift + Minus). 4. An updated Windows Share interface that allows users to pin favorite apps and find apps to share content with. 5. Enhanced dark mode in File Explorer, including a dark color scheme for file-related dialogs. 6. New selection options in Click to Do for Copilot+ PCs, including "Freeform Selection" and "Rectangle Selection." 7. Transition of legacy Control Panel features into the Settings app, including multiple clocks in the Notification Center and updated language options. 8. A new Braille viewer in Windows Narrator for accessibility. 9. Replacement of the "For developers" page with an "Advanced" page that introduces new functionalities.
How to maximize your Windows 11 PC's battery life in 9 easy steps
Winsage
July 15, 2025

How to maximize your Windows 11 PC’s battery life in 9 easy steps

Windows PCs come with tools to manage power consumption, notably the Power Settings Command-Line Tool (Powercfg.exe), which can generate a battery report. This report, saved as an HTML document, details battery usage, capacity, and historical data. Users can create a battery report by opening Command Prompt and entering specific commands. The report shows the design capacity and current full-charge capacity of the battery, helping track degradation over time. The battery report also includes usage data over the past three days, allowing users to analyze which activities impact battery performance. The Battery Life Estimates section provides insights into potential battery longevity based on usage patterns. Windows 11 allows users to check app-specific power consumption through Settings > System > Power & Battery. The Energy Recommendations checklist in Windows 11 offers energy-saving options and direct links to relevant settings. Users can adjust sleep and display settings according to their preferences. The Shutdown command can be executed from Command Prompt or the Run dialog box for transitioning between power states. The Battery Saver feature, now called Energy Saver in version 24H2, conserves battery life by disabling non-essential activities and can be manually activated.
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