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Winsage

February 14, 2025

Microsoft to make app downloads faster on Windows 11 with Winget PowerToys plugin

Windows 11 is set to integrate Winget into PowerToys Run, allowing users to download applications directly through a keyboard shortcut. This feature will enable users to search for apps hosted on Winget within PowerToys Run, similar to macOS Spotlight. Users can enter the package name after pressing Alt + Space, avoiding the need to navigate the Microsoft Store. PowerToys will also introduce a built-in transcoding feature for audio and video files, allowing users to convert file formats and extract audio from videos while maintaining original quality. This feature will utilize natural language processing, enabling users to type commands like “transcode this file into .mp3.”

AppWizard

December 26, 2024

Minecraft Fisk’s Superheroes mod: Features, installation guide, and more

The Minecraft Fisk's Superheroes mod features over 90 powers and abilities inspired by various heroes and villains, enhancing gameplay with items, suits, and armor. It can be installed using the Curseforge loader or manually by placing a downloaded ZIP file into the mods folder. Players can battle creetles for iridescent gold to unlock suits and refine minerals for blueprints. The mod supports community-created add-ons called Heropacks, which expand the variety of powers and suits. Each suit has unique powers, and players can mix and match armor sets for diverse combinations. To expand offerings, players can download Heropacks from the community marketplace and place them in the Heropacks folder.

Winsage

December 17, 2024

How to update audio drivers on Windows 11

Updating audio device drivers on Windows 11 is essential for optimal performance and resolving issues like crackling sounds or audio loss. To update audio drivers from Settings: 1. Open Settings. 2. Click on Windows Update. 3. Navigate to Advanced options. 4. Click on Optional updates under Additional options. 5. Select Driver updates. 6. Check for available audio driver updates. 7. Click Download & install. To update audio drivers from Device Manager: 1. Download drivers from the manufacturer's support website and extract the files. 2. Open Start and search for Device Manager. 3. Expand Audio inputs and outputs. 4. Right-click the "Speakers" device and select Update driver. 5. Choose Browse my computer for drivers. 6. Click Browse and select the folder with the audio driver files. 7. Ensure Include subfolders is checked and click Next, then Close. To reinstall audio drivers: 1. Open Start and search for Device Manager. 2. Expand Audio inputs and outputs. 3. Right-click the "Speakers" device and choose Uninstall device. 4. Click Uninstall and restart your computer. 5. (Optional) Open Settings, click on Windows Update, navigate to Advanced options, and check for audio driver updates. After following these steps, the updated or reinstalled drivers should be successfully installed on your system.

Winsage

November 25, 2024

How to install File Server Resource Manager on Windows Server

File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) is a tool for administrators to manage file storage on Windows servers. It allows for quota management, file type blocking, and space utilization reporting. FSRM must be installed on all servers where File Dynamics will manage quotas, including the Engine host. To install FSRM on a Windows server, follow these steps: 1. Open Server Manager, select Add Roles and Features, and proceed with a role-based installation. 2. Choose the target server and navigate to File and Storage Services to select File Server Resource Manager. 3. Optionally, install additional features like .NET Framework 4.7. 4. Click Install and verify successful installation through Server Manager. To configure quotas, navigate to Quota Management in FSRM, create a quota for a specific folder, and set notification thresholds. For file screening, create file groups to block or allow specific file types, and set up file screen templates. Additional features like Storage Reports can be configured to generate reports on file usage by scheduling report tasks and specifying parameters. The initial step to install a file server in Windows Server is to install the File Server role from Server Manager and configure the shared folder properties.

AppWizard

November 1, 2024

How to create Private Space for your apps on Pixel

Android 15 introduces the 'Private Space' feature, which functions as a digital vault for securely locking sensitive applications and data within a separate sandbox. Users can create a second instance of any app, protected by a distinct locking mechanism, separate from the primary screen lock. To set up Private Space on a compatible Pixel 9 device, users must navigate to Settings > Security & privacy > Private space, authenticate with their screen lock, and complete the setup process. Once established, Private Space appears in the app drawer, allowing users to manage installed apps and customize settings. Applications and data within Private Space are isolated from regular apps. The Google Pixel 9 is highlighted for its premium design, performance, and commitment to seven years of OS and security updates.

AppWizard

October 31, 2024

Google highlights an earlier Android 16 in Q2 2025 and more for Gemini

Google announced plans for more frequent Android SDK releases starting in 2025, with a significant update expected in Q2, likely related to Android 16, prompting earlier annual compatibility testing for developers. Enhancements to Gemini in Android Studio include features for modifying code, generating commit messages, and creating documentation, along with auto-generating composable previews. In the Play Store, Google is introducing a full-screen mode for portrait videos, a more prominent install button, and personalized query recommendations, initially supporting English. On-device biometric authentication for app purchases has been integrated, allowing fingerprint or facial recognition for transactions. Google has doubled purchase numbers in 2024 and increased conversion rates by nearly 3% by encouraging users to set up payment methods, now including PayPal and Cash App. The Play Integrity API is being enhanced to help developers protect their applications against security threats, with the "app access risk" feature now available to detect privacy-compromising apps.

AppWizard

October 27, 2024

How to use the new Private Space feature in Android 15

Android 15 introduces a feature called Private Space, which enhances user privacy by creating a secure environment for selected applications. It acts as a vault to protect sensitive apps from unauthorized access, adding an extra layer of security beyond the primary lock screen. To set up Private Space, users navigate to Settings > Security and privacy > Private space, review the feature overview, and tap Set up. They can choose to use a different Google account or create a new one, set a new lock method, and finalize the setup. Google apps like Chrome and Photos are pre-installed in the private space. Accessing Private Space involves scrolling to the bottom of the app drawer, tapping the padlock icon, and authenticating via biometric or PIN. Users can add or uninstall apps easily, and notifications from apps in Private Space only appear when it is unlocked. The space remains accessible until locked again, and users can configure it to lock automatically under certain conditions. Additional configuration options include changing the lock method, setting automatic lock conditions, hiding the private space from the app drawer, and deleting the private space while keeping cloud-synced data intact. Transferring Private Space to a new device is not supported, requiring users to start anew, although they can sign in with the same Google account to restore data from certain apps.

AppWizard

October 15, 2024

Google Play Store may soon tackle the app install headache for super long listings

The Google Play Store is set to introduce a fixed "Install" button at the top of app pages in a forthcoming update, allowing users to download apps without scrolling through lengthy descriptions. This feature is indicated in the latest version of the Google Play Store, 43.1.19, and has been demonstrated by AssembleDebug. The fixed header will display the Install button along with app information such as the icon, name, developer, average rating, and ad status, and will include a dropdown menu for installations on other devices. The feature is not yet active but is expected to roll out soon.