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AppWizard

October 2, 2025

Microsoft Just Added Over 45 New Games to Xbox Game Pass, Including Hogwarts Legacy and Ubisoft’s Back Catalog — Here’s the Full List

Microsoft has increased the monthly subscription fee for its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate tier from .99 to .99. The Ultimate tier now includes Ubisoft+ Classics and offers access to Hogwarts Legacy, which is also available in the new Premium tier but not in the Essential tier. The Premium tier has added over 40 new games, including Diablo IV and Hogwarts Legacy, and will provide new Xbox-published games within a year of their release, excluding Call of Duty titles. The Essential tier features over 50 games, including Hades and Cities: Skylines – Remastered.

AppWizard

October 2, 2025

Xbox PC Game Pass Price Increase Confirmed: Key Details Inside

Microsoft is increasing the monthly subscription fee for the PC Game Pass plan to .99, effective November 4, 2025. This change was confirmed on October 1, 2025, and is part of a reorganization of subscription tiers, with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate now priced at .99 per month. The price increase aims to reflect the enhanced value provided to gamers, including day-one releases for select games, a larger game catalog, and improved cloud gaming features. The Core and Standard plans have been renamed to Essential and Premium, respectively, maintaining their prices at .99 and .99 per month. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate includes benefits such as Ubisoft Plus Classics and Fortnite Crew.

AppWizard

June 17, 2025

WhatsApp Set to Introduce Ads in Select Sections of Messaging App

WhatsApp will soon introduce advertisements within the app, specifically in the Updates tab, as part of Meta Platforms' strategy to monetize its 1.5 billion daily users. The company assures that user privacy will be maintained, as ads will not affect private chats and personal messages remain end-to-end encrypted. This change marks a departure from WhatsApp's original promise to remain ad-free when it was launched in 2009. Ad targeting will be based on limited user information such as age, location, and language, without using personal messages or calls. Additionally, WhatsApp will allow channels to charge subscription fees for exclusive content and enable business owners to pay for increased visibility.

AppWizard

June 17, 2025

WhatsApp to start showing ads to users in some parts of the messaging app

WhatsApp will soon introduce ads in the Updates tab of the app, while ensuring that personal messaging experiences remain unchanged and free from advertisements. The ads will be targeted based on user attributes such as age, location, and language, but will not utilize personal messages or calls for targeting. Additionally, WhatsApp has launched two monetization features: Channels, allowing creators to charge subscription fees for exclusive updates, and promotional services for business owners to enhance channel visibility.

AppWizard

February 19, 2025

Experience the magic of Avowed day one with PC Game Pass

Obsidian Entertainment's Avowed is a first-person fantasy adventure game set in the Living Lands, where players act as an envoy investigating a plague. The game features a flexible combat system that allows various playstyles, including spells, shields, bows, and firearms. Players can form relationships with diverse companions whose narratives evolve based on player choices. Avowed is available on PC Game Pass from launch day, allowing subscribers to access it without additional fees. The monthly subscription fee is .95 AUD, and members can purchase Premium Skin Packs for .95, which include companion skins, a digital artbook, and the original soundtrack.

BetaBeacon

November 15, 2024

You can get 1 month of PC Game Pass if you sign up for Boosteroid

Boosteroid is offering free access to PC Game Pass until December 5 for subscribers who sign up for their service.

Winsage

October 18, 2024

OpenAI Expands ChatGPT to Windows, Microsoft Benefits as AI Adoption Grows

OpenAI has released early beta versions of its ChatGPT desktop application for Windows, supported by Microsoft. The application is available for Plus, Enterprise, Team, and Edu customers, following the earlier macOS release. The Enterprise version is tailored for larger organizations, the Team version supports collaborative environments, and the ChatGPT Edu version is designed for the educational sector. ChatGPT Plus offers faster response times and the ability to design custom GPTs for a monthly subscription fee. The partnership between Microsoft and OpenAI is expected to positively impact MSFT stock as AI technologies gain influence in business.

AppWizard

September 20, 2024

Garmin Launches inReach Messenger Plus App

Garmin has launched the inReach Messenger Plus, a satellite communication device that allows users to send text messages, photos, and voice messages without needing a mobile phone or cellular service. It is designed for outdoor enthusiasts, providing the ability to update contacts, share location data, and send SOS messages directly from the device. The inReach Messenger Plus has an IPX7 rating for water resistance, a battery life of up to 600 hours, and can charge mobile phones in emergencies. The device costs SEK 5,949 and requires a monthly subscription of SEK 200 for satellite communication features.

Winsage

July 15, 2024

Try this limited-time deal if you want Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office for life for under $50

Windows 11 Pro offers enhanced security features like Wake and Lock, biometric login support, and BitLocker device encryption. Microsoft Office 2019 is available for a one-time purchase, unlike Microsoft 365 which requires a monthly subscription.

AppWizard

July 10, 2024

Microsoft raises PC Game Pass monthly fee from RM15 to RM20

Microsoft has increased the monthly subscription fee for PC Game Pass in Malaysia from RM15 to RM20. The new pricing will be effective for new subscribers starting July 10, while existing subscribers will continue to pay RM15 until the change is fully implemented on Sept 12.