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AppWizard
July 11, 2025
Warner Bros. is set to release "A Minecraft Movie" and "Pokémon: Detective Pikachu" between 2019 and 2025, with "A Minecraft Movie" scheduled for release on August 6, 2025. The film has a runtime of 205 minutes and is rated NL-9. The Blu-ray edition features a video codec of MPEG-4 AVC, a resolution of 1080p, and aspect ratios of 2.40:1 and 1.78:1, with original aspect ratios of 1.85:1 and 2.39:1. Audio options include Dolby Digital 5.1 in French, English, Dutch, and Flemish, as well as Dolby TrueHD 7.1 in French and Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 in English. Subtitles are available in Dutch, English SDH, and French. The two-disc Blu-ray set is compatible with Region B. The film is directed by Jared Hess and Rob Letterman, featuring a cast that includes Ryan Reynolds, Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Justice Smith, Kathryn Newton, and Sebastian Hansen, with a screenplay by multiple writers. There are currently no related news posts or forum discussions for the films.
AppWizard
July 9, 2025
The 2025 edition of Prime Day has introduced four new games for Prime Gaming subscribers: Star Wars Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II, Amnesia: The Dark Descent, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, and Football Manager 2024. Most games can be redeemed through the Epic Games Store, except for Dark Forces II, which is available via GOG. Dark Forces II follows Kyle Katarn's journey as he infiltrates the Empire. Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a notable survival horror game known for its "sanity" gameplay feature. Marvel’s Midnight Suns is a tactical RPG praised for its strategic gameplay and storytelling. Football Manager 2024 is available for free to Prime members until July 11, while the other titles will be accessible throughout the month. Additionally, Amazon is offering significant discounts on the Luna Controller in various regions, with a 43% price reduction in the US and bundled offers available for Prime members.
AppWizard
July 3, 2025
Wall’s is partnering with Minecraft to launch a co-branded ice cream product, available exclusively at Morrisons starting July 1st. The ice cream stick is 75ml, has 73 calories, and features a layered design with green vanilla, cocoa, and blue crunchy inclusions. The collaboration aims to leverage Minecraft's global appeal, with plans for further rollout in The Netherlands, Italy, Poland, and Spain later this year. The product will be supported by in-store promotions and a TikTok-first influencer campaign. It will be sold in four-pack multipacks for £3.00.
Winsage
June 22, 2025
Support for Windows 10 will cease on October 14, 2025. Microsoft's strategy encourages users to buy new computers. Linux is recognized for its speed and security. The End of 10 campaign provides resources and support for users transitioning from Windows 10 to Linux, offering links to local PC shops and user groups. The campaign outlines five reasons to consider upgrading to Linux: cost-effectiveness, lack of intrusive ads or privacy concerns, environmentally friendly options, community support, and enhanced user control. End of 10 maintains a calendar of events for user support across various countries and is supported by a group of contributors. Public communication channels are available, and the initiative encourages collaboration with Free and Open Source Software communities.
Winsage
June 9, 2025
Microsoft has announced its first Xbox co-branded handheld devices, the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X, in collaboration with Asus, set to launch in the holiday season of 2025. Pricing details are not yet available. The Xbox Ally is designed as a generalist device, while the Xbox Ally X targets high-performance gamers, both powered by AMD processors and equipped with Windows 11. They feature Xbox-branded buttons, a gaming interface, and access to Xbox Game Pass, along with the ability to stream console libraries via Xbox Cloud Gaming and Remote Play. The user interface is similar to that of Xbox consoles, with ergonomic grips inspired by Xbox controllers. Accessibility features from Xbox and Windows will be included, and the Xbox Play Anywhere initiative will allow games to function across PC, console, and cloud platforms. The launch will occur in multiple countries, including the US, UK, Japan, and several European nations, with plans to expand to additional territories. The devices aim to provide a unified gaming library for users with both PC and Xbox consoles, enhancing the existing ecosystem. The introduction of Windows 11 is highlighted as a key feature, offering access to games not available elsewhere. The ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X are positioned to compete with existing handhelds like the Steam Deck, with a focus on appealing to both console and PC gamers. Sales of Windows PC handhelds reached approximately 1.2 million units by the end of 2024.
AppWizard
June 5, 2025
RedMagic is set to launch its flagship gaming phone, the RedMagic 10S Pro, in global markets after its unveiling in China. The device features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version chipset and a dedicated RedCore R3 Pro gaming chip, allowing for enhanced gaming performance with up to 120FPS. It includes an advanced ICE-X cooling system with Liquid Metal 2.0 technology, which improves thermal management. The phone has a 6.85-inch BOE custom AMOLED 1.5K display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2,000 nits, alongside a 7,050 mAh battery supporting 80W wired charging. The camera system consists of a 50-megapixel main sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 2-megapixel camera, plus a 16-megapixel front camera. Pricing for the RedMagic 10S Pro starts at €649 for the 12/256GB model and goes up to €999 for the 24GB/1TB model. Pre-orders will be available from June 12 to 17, 2025, with general sales starting on June 18. The phone will be available in various regions, including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, GCC countries, Latin America, and the Middle East, with some countries receiving it at a later date.
AppWizard
June 4, 2025
Experts at Radboud University and IMDEA Networks found that Meta and Yandex have been covertly tracking Android users by monitoring browser activity without consent. This tracking was first identified in January and involves apps like Facebook, Instagram, and Yandex Maps operating in the background and loading scripts that transmit data back to their respective apps. These scripts bypass Android's security measures, allowing the companies to track users' web browsing activities. The tracking affects all major Android browsers, including incognito mode. Google confirmed that Meta and Yandex exploited Android's capabilities in violation of security and privacy principles. Meta is investigating the issue and has paused the feature, while Yandex claims to adhere to data protection standards. Meta's tracking has been ongoing for about eight months, while Yandex's practices date back to 2017. Facebook tracked users on around 16,000 websites in the EU, and Yandex was active on 1,300 sites. Google has begun implementing changes to address these tracking techniques and is conducting its own investigation. Browsers like Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and DuckDuckGo are also affected, with efforts underway to prevent future incidents.
Tech Optimizer
June 2, 2025
An international law enforcement initiative has dismantled an online software crypting syndicate that helped cybercriminals evade malware detection. The operation, led by the FBI's Houston Field Office and involving agencies from the Netherlands, Finland, and the US Secret Service, resulted in the seizure of four domains, the takedown of 300 servers, the neutralization of 650 domains, and the issuance of nearly two dozen international arrest warrants. Matthijs Jaspers from the Netherlands' High Tech Crime Team highlighted the challenges of tracking cybercriminals and the importance of collaborative efforts in combating cybercrime.
Tech Optimizer
May 31, 2025
Law enforcement agencies from multiple nations dismantled a cybercriminal operation that provided malware testing services to evade antivirus detection. This effort led to the seizure of four domains and their servers, disrupting infrastructure that facilitated ransomware attacks globally. U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced the disruption of an online software crypting syndicate that helped cybercriminals keep their malware undetected. The seized domains offered counter-antivirus tools and crypting services, allowing criminals to obfuscate malware and gain unauthorized access to systems. Investigators conducted undercover purchases and analyzed services, revealing connections to ransomware groups targeting victims in the U.S. and internationally. The operation, part of Operation Endgame, involved collaboration among the U.S., Netherlands, France, Germany, Denmark, Ukraine, and Portugal, with the FBI Houston Field Office leading the U.S. investigation. The seizures occurred on May 27.
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