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October 2, 2026

Mike Tomlin’s 12-year-long Minecraft hobby is being questioned: “You don’t see Andy Reid doing that”

Mike Tomlin has spent 12 years building a detailed virtual city in Minecraft, initially as a way to bond with his children. His city features hotels, apartments, sports venues, and an aquarium, serving as a therapeutic escape from coaching pressures. Tomlin's project developed between 2014 and 2025, coinciding with the Steelers' struggles in the NFL Playoffs despite having talented rosters. Criticism arose from fans and former player Le'Veon Bell, who questioned Tomlin's dedication to the team. The city includes a large body of water, a boutique hotel with an executive spa, glass ceilings for natural light, an aquarium-themed apartment high-rise, a CVS, and various sports facilities. Despite his commitment to this project, Tomlin led the Steelers to a Super Bowl victory in 2009 and has maintained competitiveness in his coaching career.

Winsage

October 2, 2026

GeForce GTX 1050 and GTX 1080 Ti now work in Windows XP thanks to a modified driver

An enthusiast known as SupraGSX has introduced an unofficial graphics driver, Forceware 382.69, which supports NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10 series graphics cards on the 32-bit Windows XP operating system. This driver was created by reverse porting code from the official NVIDIA 368.81 package and enhanced with artificial intelligence tools. It is available on GitHub and allows for hardware acceleration, recognition of Pascal GPUs, and supports DisplayPort HBR3 and HDMI 2.0 standards. The driver is compatible with desktop models from GeForce GTX 1050 to GTX 1080 Ti and TITAN X, but does not support the GeForce GT 1030 or mobile graphics accelerators due to technical limitations. This development is significant as NVIDIA has not released official drivers for Pascal architecture on Windows XP, which previously only supported the Maxwell-based GeForce 900 series.

Winsage

October 2, 2026

From Windows to AI: Talee Brings the Microsoft Ecosystem Together for Modern Business

Talee helps businesses utilize Microsoft's technology ecosystem, which includes Windows, Microsoft 365, Azure, SQL Server, Visual Studio, security, and artificial intelligence. The company integrates these tools into cohesive solutions for organizations undergoing digital transformation. Talee emphasizes the interconnectedness of Microsoft's offerings, enabling organizations to leverage technologies like Microsoft 365, Azure, and AI tools effectively. The modern workplace has evolved with Microsoft 365 integrating productivity applications with cloud storage and collaboration tools. Talee supports the transition from traditional desktop computing to cloud infrastructure using Microsoft Azure. It also connects Microsoft SQL Server and Azure for data management. AI is increasingly embedded in Microsoft's ecosystem, enhancing user interactions with software. Talee's solutions cater to both end-users and developers, utilizing tools like Visual Studio and Azure. Security is a critical focus, with Microsoft providing comprehensive security measures across its ecosystem. Talee promotes viewing Microsoft's technology portfolio as an interconnected ecosystem rather than isolated products, facilitating organizations' ability to adapt to future technological needs.

AppWizard

October 2, 2026

Google Brings Real-Time Visual Assistance to Blind Users on Android

On October 1, 2026, Google launched Guided Vision within its Gemini Live platform, providing real-time, voice-driven visual assistance for individuals who are blind or have low vision. The feature is available on Android devices running Android 9 and above in regions where Gemini Live is accessible. Guided Vision allows users to share their phone's camera feed for spoken descriptions of their environment and responds to follow-up questions, offering verbal cues for better navigation. It was developed in collaboration with Aira and the accessibility community, involving extensive testing with over 1,000 members of Aira’s Trusted Tester network. The technology aims to assist with tasks such as reading fine print, locating objects, and exploring unfamiliar environments. Users can access Guided Vision through the Gemini app, an Android Accessibility shortcut, or Google TalkBack, but it is not a substitute for medical devices or safe travel practices.

AppWizard

October 2, 2026

Challengers Approach: Third Party App Stores Arrive to Google Play

Google has begun allowing rival, third-party app stores to be included within the Google Play Store, providing developers with more options for billing and app distribution. This change follows a court order resulting from Epic Games' antitrust lawsuit against Google, which challenged the company's restrictions on alternative app stores and in-app payment rules. The inclusion of these third-party stores enhances competition within the Android ecosystem, reducing Google's dominance and empowering users and developers with more choices. Users can now opt for alternative app stores if they are dissatisfied with Google's services, improving opportunities for privacy and security.

AppWizard

October 2, 2026

9 new 2026 games on sale in the Steam Autumn Sale

Steam has launched its Autumn Sale, featuring significant discounts on new titles for 2026. Notable games on sale include: - Resident Evil Requiem: .99 (was .99) - Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight: .99 (was .99) - 007 First Light: .99 (was .99) - Big Walk: .99 (was .99) - Stick it to the Stickman: .99 (was .99) - Endless Legend 2: .99 (was .99) - Marathon: .99 (was .99) - Solasta 2: .48 (was .98) - Xenonauts 2: .99 (was .99) SteamDB's sales section is recommended for finding additional discounts.

AppWizard

October 1, 2026

Mike Tomlin is a Super Bowl-winning coach. His real passion might have been ‘Minecraft.’

Mike Tomlin, former head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, has transitioned to digital creativity by creating an intricate cityscape in the video game "Minecraft," which he has been developing for over 12 years. His YouTube channel features a video showcasing this project, which gained over 334,000 views in four hours. Tomlin's interest in architecture was inspired by watching his children play the game, and he finds the building process therapeutic. His virtual city mirrors aspects of Pittsburgh, featuring detailed designs such as high-rises, bodies of water, and sports stadiums. Despite his demanding NFL career, he has dedicated significant time to this project, which has drawn admiration and surprise from fans. Tomlin plans to share more insights into his creations on his YouTube channel, where he has approximately 76,000 subscribers.

Winsage

October 1, 2026

Microsoft enables Windows settings backup by default for orgs

Microsoft has updated its Windows settings backup and restore functionality, now automatically enabled for all enterprise systems joined to Microsoft Entra or operating in a hybrid environment after upgrading to Windows 11 version 26H2. The backup tool, previously known as Windows Backup for Organizations, is designed to facilitate the backup and restoration of essential Windows settings for enterprise users during device resets, replacements, upgrades, or reimaging. Originally introduced in November 2024, it became generally available by August 2025. The backup policy will be activated by default for eligible devices following the release of Windows 11, version 26H2 on September 29, 2025, unless administrators have previously configured the policy. The automatic backup feature applies to devices running Windows 11 26H2 in regions not governed by the EU Digital Markets Act and does not require explicit admin configuration for restoring Windows devices. IT administrators can control the backup policy through mobile device management solutions like Microsoft Intune or Group Policy.

AppWizard

October 1, 2026

Popular 3D modelling app Blender is coming to Android tablets, but not iPad

Blender is set to launch an application for Android tablets in the first half of 2027. An APK demo is currently available, showcasing the app's features. The development focuses on optimizing Blender for tablets, emphasizing stylus input and redesigning controls for touchscreen use. This launch coincides with Google's introduction of the Googlebook platform, which aims to enhance productivity on larger screens. There is no progress on an iPad version of Blender at this time.

Winsage

October 1, 2026

Upgrade Your Work PC With Office and Windows 11 Pro for $33

The Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows lifetime license and Windows 11 Pro Bundle is available for .97, reduced from an MSRP of 9.99, until October 4. The bundle includes a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional 2021, which features applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, Access, and Publisher. Windows 11 Pro offers multitasking capabilities, enhanced voice typing, a robust search experience, and advanced cybersecurity measures. Prices are subject to change.