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Snapragon X2 PCs ship with Windows 11 26H1 by April 2026. Existing PCs will get Windows 11 26H2
Winsage
January 6, 2026

Snapragon X2 PCs ship with Windows 11 26H1 by April 2026. Existing PCs will get Windows 11 26H2

Qualcomm will start shipping new PCs with the Snapdragon X2 chipset by April 2026. This coincides with Microsoft testing Windows 11 26H1, which is designed for these new CPUs and will only be available on new Arm64 PCs. Windows 11 26H1 is not an update for existing PCs and will not be accessible to Intel or AMD users. Since November 2025, Windows Insiders have been testing this version, which is based on a platform release codenamed ‘Bromine’ and includes support for Snapdragon X2 Plus, Elite, and Extreme models. Microsoft has stated that 26H1 is aimed at supporting new processors and may involve changes to power states and scheduling. The build number for this version is 28000, and while there are minor user interface improvements, significant changes are expected in the upcoming Windows 11 26H2 release, anticipated for October 2026.
Apple TV app update brings Google Cast support on Android
AppWizard
December 16, 2025

Apple TV app update brings Google Cast support on Android

The latest update of the Apple TV app for Android devices has introduced Google Cast support, allowing users to cast content. The Google Cast icon is now located to the left of the profile avatar in the top-right corner and can also be found within the fullscreen player. The update includes a miniplayer with playback information and controls, as well as a fullscreen portrait player with large buttons for navigation. The homescreen icon has been refined to be slightly smaller. Version 2.2 of the app is being distributed via the Play Store.
2005 FPS Serious Sam 2 just got a big update for reasons known only to God
AppWizard
October 14, 2025

2005 FPS Serious Sam 2 just got a big update for reasons known only to God

Croteam has released a substantial patch for Serious Sam 2, featuring user interface improvements, graphical enhancements, multiplayer adjustments, and bug fixes. The update integrates the SS2 Renovation Mod into the base game, which includes a reworked interface resembling the Serious Sam Xbox version, refined weapon visuals, and improved enemy dismemberment. This update coincides with the game's 20th anniversary, following a similar update for its 15th anniversary five years ago.
Minecraft's New Update on Sept. 30 Brings Bedrock 1.21.111 via Patch 1.029/3.20
AppWizard
October 1, 2025

Minecraft’s New Update on Sept. 30 Brings Bedrock 1.21.111 via Patch 1.029/3.20

Minecraft's latest major update, Bedrock version 1.21.111, was released on September 30. Key features include: - Copper Chest: A new storage solution that sorts items using a copper golem. It has waxed and oxidized variants and requires a chest and copper ingots to craft. - Copper Equipment: Players can craft tools, weapons, and armor from copper, which has higher durability than leather but less than iron. Smelting yields Copper Nuggets, and hostile monsters can spawn wearing or wielding copper items. - Copper Golem: Summoned with copper and carved pumpkins, it sorts items from copper chests and drops Copper Ingots upon defeat. It can transform into a Copper Golem Statue Block when fully oxidized. - Copper Decorations: New items include a green Copper Torch, Copper Bars, Copper Chains, and a Copper Lantern, all of which oxidize over time. - Shelf: A decorative block that can store items and display them, crafted from stripped logs or bamboo. - Accessibility Improvements: Updated dye icons for colorblind accessibility and text-to-speech support in the Dressing Room. - Gameplay Fixes: Various bugs related to entities, fire interactions, and user interface improvements have been addressed. The update requires a substantial download due to the extensive new content included.
Valve has introduced significant UI updates to Steam, and gamers are thanking 'Lord Gaben' yet again
AppWizard
September 12, 2025

Valve has introduced significant UI updates to Steam, and gamers are thanking ‘Lord Gaben’ yet again

Valve has released a significant update for its Steam client, featuring user interface improvements and fixes, including text scaling, a high contrast mode, and customizable cover art. The update affects SteamOS users, particularly those using the Decky Loader plugin, which allows for replacing default cover images with options from SteamGridDB, although it requires manual adjustments through personal downloads. Users have expressed appreciation for Valve's CEO, Gabe Newell, on social media in response to these enhancements. SteamOS is recognized for its superior game performance on handheld devices, and community-driven tools like Decky Loader are contributing to its growing popularity.
Minecraft Preview Update 1.21.120.20 Now Live via Patch 1.85/1.068
AppWizard
September 4, 2025

Minecraft Preview Update 1.21.120.20 Now Live via Patch 1.85/1.068

The latest update for Minecraft, version 1.21.120.20, has been released across all platforms, recognized as version 1.85/1.068 for console users. This patch includes new features and bug fixes, such as: - Tadpoles now spawn directly beneath Frogspawn blocks. - Players can now destroy valid blocks in Adventure Mode positioned behind water. - Redstone power can now be added or removed from the Shelf, emitting vibrations. - Fixed the Damage Command for Ender Crystals and corrected the /locate biome command. - Improved loading of text for Sign blocks from older worlds. - World creation will redownload missing Marketplace templates. - Adjustments made to the first-person camera when climbing blocks. - Restored Java parity for ambient occlusion calculations on partial blocks. - TAA upscaling implemented for weather effects. - Suspicious Stew is now available in Creative Mode. - Defeated Chicken Jockeys drop the Lava Chicken music disc. - Copper Golem drops its carried item when interacted with while the player holds an item in their offhand. - Sounds for Copper Chests now utilize a natural attenuation curve. - User interface improvements, including accurate cursor positioning in text fields and updated messaging for sleeping. - Structures will no longer build atop features like trees at chunk borders. - Developers can set the version property to “beta” for module selection. - Fixed various bugs related to graphics modes, loot generation, and item rendering. Mojang has not yet updated the retail version of Minecraft.
LibreOffice 25.8 Open-Source Office Suite Officially Released, This Is What's New
Winsage
August 21, 2025

LibreOffice 25.8 Open-Source Office Suite Officially Released, This Is What’s New

LibreOffice 25.8 has been released by The Document Foundation, supporting GNU/Linux, Android, macOS, and Windows. Key enhancements include up to 30% faster file opening times in Writer and Calc, support for exporting to PDF 2.0, optimized memory management, and improved scrolling for large documents. New features include a Viewer mode for read-only access, background images as bitmap thumbnails, SHA384 with AES_192 encryption, streamlined PDF signature timestamping, enhanced import capabilities for encrypted PDFs, and support for Bitcoin currency. Writer introduces a new Move Line hyphenation rule, improved text selection control, and collaborative features like per-window track changes. Calc adds new functions and customizable conditional formatting, while Impress improves font management for PowerPoint compatibility. The user interface features various enhancements, including a diacritic matching option and hyperlink insertion via the context menu. LibreOffice 25.8 is available for download, with support through seven maintenance updates until June 12, 2026.
Windows 12 Rumors: Sorting Facts from Fiction
Winsage
August 16, 2025

Windows 12 Rumors: Sorting Facts from Fiction

Windows 12 is generating excitement among users, with anticipated features including a redesigned interface with AI capabilities, accelerated startup times, enhanced cloud service integration, improved multitasking tools, and gaming upgrades. Industry experts speculate a potential launch in late 2025, specifically between September and December. The integration of Microsoft's Copilot is expected to enhance productivity through intelligent task optimization and personalized settings. Windows 12 may also include enhanced Snap Layouts, dynamic widgets, and floating taskbars. Cloud storage will play a significant role, providing seamless file access and faster app updates. Gaming improvements may feature DirectStorage 2.0 and AI-enhanced graphics. Users may need to upgrade their hardware to support these new features. While the release date and features remain unconfirmed by Microsoft, the updates are expected to build on Windows 11 rather than overhaul it completely.
Your Android phone can now control more of your PC, and here's how
Winsage
July 25, 2025

Your Android phone can now control more of your PC, and here’s how

Microsoft is updating its Link to Windows app for Android, introducing new features that enhance connectivity between Android devices and Windows PCs. Users can now remotely lock their Windows PCs, check battery and Wi-Fi status from their phones, and cast their phone's screen without using the PC app. These features, previously in development channels, are being rolled out through the Insider program. The app also allows direct file transfers without using Android’s share sheet, provides access to recent files, and enables viewing the clipboard from the PC. Additionally, the app has a refreshed interface for improved usability. Users can join the Insider program to access these updates by ensuring they have version 1.25071.155 of the app and following specific steps in Windows Settings to enable the new features.
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