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Epic Games unveils Launcher V2 in re-attempt to topple Steam, says redesigned storefront is up to 6.5x faster — promises player profiles, user reviews, universal controller support, and much more
AppWizard
June 19, 2026

Epic Games unveils Launcher V2 in re-attempt to topple Steam, says redesigned storefront is up to 6.5x faster — promises player profiles, user reviews, universal controller support, and much more

Epic Games is developing Epic Games Launcher V2, which will feature a complete internal overhaul to improve speed and expand its features. Key improvements include a complete reconstruction of the store, in-store Patch Notes, player reviews, a performance increase making the store 5 to 6.5 times faster, and universal controller support. The redesigned storefront will offer personalized game recommendations based on user preferences and will enhance game pages with more curated content. These updates will be released alongside updates to Fortnite.
Microsoft confirms Recycle Bin glitch affecting all supported Windows versions — yes, even the trash needs debugging
Winsage
June 19, 2026

Microsoft confirms Recycle Bin glitch affecting all supported Windows versions — yes, even the trash needs debugging

Microsoft is addressing issues from its June 2026 Patch Tuesday update, which has caused critical flaws for Windows 11 users, including BitLocker lockout problems. Additionally, a new complication linked to Update KB5094126 affects all supported versions of Windows, where users may see the "internal" filename in the Recycle Bin confirmation dialog instead of the user-friendly filename. This glitch is limited to the dialog box and does not affect the actual file or deletion process.
Microsoft confirms Recycle Bin bug across all versions of Windows
Winsage
June 19, 2026

Microsoft confirms Recycle Bin bug across all versions of Windows

Reports have emerged about complications from the latest Patch Tuesday update, affecting users with issues such as access problems with OneDrive and Dropbox, BitLocker recovery lockouts, and Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. Microsoft has acknowledged a glitch related to the Recycle Bin after the installation of June's Patch Tuesday update (KB5094126), where the confirmation dialog displays the internal file name instead of the actual name when deleting an item. This issue affects various supported Windows client and server versions, including Windows 11 (versions 26H1, 25H2, 24H2, 23H2), Windows 10 (versions 22H2, Enterprise LTSC 2021, Enterprise LTSC 2019, Enterprise LTSB 2016), and Windows Server (2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2, 2012). Microsoft is working on a solution expected in a future update, but it is unclear if it will be part of the next Patch Tuesday or an out-of-band update. Commercial customers can implement a workaround by contacting Microsoft Support for Business.
Android 17 is making Pixel widgets vanish, but Google already has a fix in the works
AppWizard
June 19, 2026

Android 17 is making Pixel widgets vanish, but Google already has a fix in the works

Users of Android 17 have reported that home screen widgets are disappearing after the latest stable update, specifically on devices with a work profile. Google is aware of the issue and is working on a fix, which may be included in the next month's security update. Currently, there is no effective workaround other than removing the work profile, which allows users to restore their widgets by restarting the device and re-adding them.
Why Oracle’s OCI Database with PostgreSQL matters for serious workloads
Tech Optimizer
June 18, 2026

Why Oracle’s OCI Database with PostgreSQL matters for serious workloads

Oracle has launched the OCI Database with PostgreSQL, a managed PostgreSQL service designed for seamless deployment within the Oracle Cloud. This service includes lifecycle management, automated backups, and monitoring, allowing users to customize their database configurations easily. A key feature is the cross-region warm standby, which enhances disaster recovery by enabling users to create replica databases in secondary regions that replicate data from the primary database. The service enforces a strict 5-minute recovery point objective (RPO) and simplifies the setup process for operations teams. The OCI Database with PostgreSQL is positioned against offerings from AWS and Azure, targeting organizations that prefer a managed PostgreSQL experience. However, compliance challenges, such as the lack of FedRAMP certification, may hinder adoption for certain sectors. The product is available on OCI with usage-based pricing and is aimed at cloud teams needing managed operations and disaster recovery for PostgreSQL databases.
PlayerUnknown's survival game becomes free-to-own and offers Steam refunds 'without restrictions on playtime or how long ago you bought the game'
AppWizard
June 18, 2026

PlayerUnknown’s survival game becomes free-to-own and offers Steam refunds ‘without restrictions on playtime or how long ago you bought the game’

Prologue: Go Wayback! has exited early access on Steam, but is considered incomplete with no further development plans. Launched in early access in 2025 by PlayerUnknown Productions, the game faced significant challenges, including staff layoffs, leading to a halt in development. The studio, founded by Brendan Greene, aimed to use the game as a testing ground for its Melba game engine, designed for creating large procedural worlds. A free tech demo, Preface: Undiscovered World, is available in early access. The final version of Prologue includes new features such as enhanced paths, mobile weather monitors, and improvements in cooking, lighting, clouds, and fog.
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 Search will find your apps, not Bing results, even if you make typos
Winsage
June 18, 2026

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 Search will find your apps, not Bing results, even if you make typos

Microsoft has released the Insider Experimental Preview Build 26300.8687 for Windows 11 on June 12, 2026, which improves the Windows Search functionality. The update allows the search tool to accurately locate applications even with misspellings, omitted letters, or partial words. For example, typing “utlook” will yield Outlook as a result. Enhancements in the ranking of settings search results ensure that the most relevant options appear at the top. The update also improves local file search, allowing users to find files like “Severance-S2E5” more effectively. A new feature is being tested that will let users turn off web results in Windows Search, focusing exclusively on local content. Currently, disabling Bing results requires navigating through the Windows Registry, but a toggle in the Settings menu is being introduced for easier access. The June 2026 update has already implemented search enhancements, including returning file results after just two characters and a feature called Search by Substring, which allows users to find files using any segment of a filename.
Windows update leaves third-party Office document launches in limbo
Winsage
June 17, 2026

Windows update leaves third-party Office document launches in limbo

Microsoft's June Windows update has caused issues for users of third-party applications that use Object Linking and Embedding (OLE) automation to interact with Office applications, leading to failed document launches without error messages. Affected applications include CCH Engagement, Workpaper Manager, Dentrix, Softdent, and Zotero. Microsoft has suggested a workaround of opening documents directly, but has stated that the responsibility for these issues lies with third-party developers, asserting no warranty on their performance. Users unable to resolve issues by opening files directly must wait for a fix in a future update, and organizations can contact Microsoft support for assistance. This is the first issue Microsoft has publicly acknowledged in the recent patch, amid ongoing complaints about other functionalities like OneDrive and BitLocker.
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