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Android Switch: Google’s new name for the Data Restore Tool
AppWizard
November 8, 2024

Android Switch: Google’s new name for the Data Restore Tool

Google has launched an AI-powered video creation tool called Google Vids, initially exclusive to Gemini customers but now available to a broader audience within Google Workspace, including Business, Enterprise, and Education plans. The tool features "Help me create," which allows users to generate a storyboard by providing a prompt and a Google Drive document. It offers suggestions for scenes, stock media, text, scripts, and background music to create a preliminary video draft. Users can personalize their videos with animations, transitions, and access to royalty-free stock content. Google Vids also includes AI-powered voiceovers, with preset voices and a teleprompter feature for recording custom voiceovers. Currently, the AI features are available only in English, with plans for future language support. The AI features will be available until December 31, 2025, after which usage limits may apply, and Google will notify users of any changes. The full rollout of Google Vids is expected in the coming weeks.
4 reasons why Windows Security alone isn’t enough to protect your PC
Tech Optimizer
November 7, 2024

4 reasons why Windows Security alone isn’t enough to protect your PC

Microsoft's Windows Security suite, also known as Windows Defender, has evolved since 2006 into a more robust security tool. However, it has limitations: 1. Web protection is limited to Microsoft Edge, with the SmartScreen feature not available for Chrome or Firefox users. 2. There is no built-in VPN; a VPN service is only available through a paid Microsoft 365 subscription with a 50 GB monthly data cap. 3. It lacks an integrated password manager, leaving users to rely on third-party solutions for password management. 4. For business users, it does not provide endpoint protection or automated response capabilities, which are essential for recovering from attacks like ransomware or DDoS. Microsoft offers Defender for Endpoint as a paid service, but many businesses may still need third-party antivirus solutions for comprehensive protection.
Death Stranding: Directors Cut out now on Xbox Series Consoles
AppWizard
November 7, 2024

Death Stranding: Directors Cut out now on Xbox Series Consoles

505 Games has announced that Death Stranding: Director's Cut is now available on Xbox Series X|S, currently on sale for 50% off at £17.49 in the UK. The game includes the 'Play Anywhere' feature, allowing access to both console and PC versions. Enhancements include high frame rate performance modes, a dedicated photo mode, and ultra-wide support for PC. The game features crossover content from Valve's Half-Life series and CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077. The release follows a five-year exclusivity period with Sony, which has now ended. A sequel, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, is in development exclusively for PlayStation 5. Kojima Productions has reportedly re-acquired the rights to the Death Stranding franchise, allowing for potential future releases on Xbox. Additionally, Hideo Kojima's upcoming project, OD, was announced for Xbox consoles, featuring a cast that includes Sophia Lillis, Hunter Schaffer, and Udo Kier.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Path of Exile 2
AppWizard
November 7, 2024

PC Gamer magazine’s new issue is on sale now: Path of Exile 2

PC Gamer provides an exclusive look at Path of Exile 2, an upcoming action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, after visiting their headquarters in Auckland, New Zealand. The magazine includes hands-on gameplay impressions and developer interviews, highlighting features set to debut in Early Access later this year. Additionally, the issue features a discussion with Gunfire Games about Remnant 2, marking its one-year anniversary, and includes previews of various games such as Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Reviews of new releases like Frostpunk 2 and Final Fantasy XVI are also included, along with a group test of gaming mini PCs and features on gaming mods and guides. Issue 403 is available in stores and on digital platforms.
Which PC game store is your favorite and why?
AppWizard
November 6, 2024

Which PC game store is your favorite and why?

Steam is known for its extensive library and support for Linux users through Proton, allowing seamless gameplay across various titles. GOG focuses on DRM-free gaming, appealing to players who value ownership and unrestricted access to their games. The Epic Games Store has gained popularity through exclusive titles and free game giveaways. Each platform caters to different preferences and gaming styles, contributing to the diverse landscape of digital gaming.
silver Android smartphone
Tech Optimizer
November 5, 2024

Exclusive: Supabase, a Postgres-centric developer platform, raises $80M Series C

Supabase has secured a million Series C funding round, led by Peak XV and Craft Ventures, bringing its total capital raised to 6 million. The company previously raised a million Series B round in 2022. Co-founder and CEO Paul Copplestone confirmed an upward trend in valuation but did not disclose the exact figure. Supabase's demand is linked to the AI boom, with about 10% of its active databases used for AI applications. The platform is popular among startups, with 40% of the latest Y Combinator class using it, and notable organizations like GitHub Next, Meta, Netflix, and Microsoft have integrated it into their projects. Supabase recently declared its service as “generally available” to support enterprise needs. The company offers six products: Database, Storage, Authentication, Edge Functions, Vector, and Realtime. The Series C funding round included participation from Avra Capital and previous investors Coatue, Felicis, and Y Combinator. Supabase has over 900,000 sign-ups in four years, indicating significant organic adoption among developers.
Best Android app price drops and freebies: Evoland 2, World Cruise Story, Human Fall Flat, more
AppWizard
November 5, 2024

Best Android app price drops and freebies: Evoland 2, World Cruise Story, Human Fall Flat, more

- Bose QuietComfort Headphones are now priced at 9 after a price drop. - OnePlus 12 has a price cut and is bundled with OnePlus Buds Pro 3, valued at 0. - Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 with LTE is available at a new low price. - Samsung 14-inch Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra is priced at 9. - Notable app highlights include Evoland 2, World Cruise Story, Convenience Stories, Hot Springs Story 2, and Human Fall Flat.
'StarCraft: Remastered', 'StarCraft II' Now Available on PC Game Pass
AppWizard
November 5, 2024

‘StarCraft: Remastered’, ‘StarCraft II’ Now Available on PC Game Pass

Blizzard Entertainment has added ‘StarCraft: Remastered’ and ‘StarCraft II Campaign Collection’ to the PC Game Pass lineup. Players can install these titles via the Battle.Net client. ‘StarCraft: Remastered’ enhances the original game and its expansion, ‘StarCraft: Brood War’, with improved graphics and audio while maintaining classic gameplay. ‘StarCraft: Cartooned’ offers a whimsical reimagining of the game in a cartoon style. The ‘StarCraft II: Campaign Collection’ includes over 60 missions across three campaigns: Wings of Liberty, Heart of the Swarm, and Legacy of the Void, featuring the three races: Terran, Zerg, and Protoss, each with unique characteristics and strategies.
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