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Microsoft Silently Activates Critical Windows Security Update
Winsage
December 5, 2025

Microsoft Silently Activates Critical Windows Security Update

Microsoft has enhanced its Windows security measures by addressing the CVE-2025-9491 vulnerability, which has existed for nearly eight years and was exploited by state-sponsored groups for cyber espionage and data theft. The vulnerability was previously identified as ZDI-CAN-25373 and ZDI-25-148 by Trend Micro. The November Patch Tuesday updates have fixed this issue, which was described as having been demoted from a vulnerability to a functional bug. The update modifies the Properties dialog of a .lnk file to display the entire Target command in a single line. Microsoft has not officially acknowledged the update but stated that it is continuously rolling out enhancements for security and user experience.
My dad filled his phone with random PDF apps and I blame Google
AppWizard
November 27, 2025

My dad filled his phone with random PDF apps and I blame Google

The author's father struggled to open a PDF on his HONOR phone, despite the device's native office suite supporting PDF files. He downloaded multiple misleading PDF apps from the Play Store, which did not resolve the issue. Eventually, he received a deceptive alert suggesting he update his PDF application, which led him to download yet another app. The problem was resolved when the author advised him to uninstall WPS Office, eliminating the misleading alerts and allowing PDFs to open correctly. A report from Malwarebytes indicated that only 15% of users feel confident identifying scams, highlighting the challenges users face in navigating the Android ecosystem. The Google Play Store has been criticized for hosting low-quality apps and deceptive ads, with a report from Zscaler noting the presence of hundreds of malicious apps. The author emphasizes the need for stricter advertising practices and better management of preinstalled apps to protect less tech-savvy users.
Write. Review. Commit. Repeat. Behind the scenes of Postgres Professional docs
Tech Optimizer
November 25, 2025

Write. Review. Commit. Repeat. Behind the scenes of Postgres Professional docs

The documentation for Postgres Pro products is created by a team of technical writers, which has doubled in size over the past year. The source documentation is developed in English and then translated into Russian. The writers use tools such as DocBook XML, Markdown, Weblate, Pandoc, and Figma. The documentation workflow includes task setting, draft preparation, SME review, peer review, commit and translation, and translation review. The team also translates vanilla PostgreSQL documentation and prepares patches for inaccuracies. An automated script retrieves and converts original files for translation. Feedback is gathered from internal chat, a website form, and personal messages, with all feedback acknowledged for future releases.
Google Play 2025 Awards: Focus Friend wins best app, Pokémon TCG Pocket best game
AppWizard
November 23, 2025

Google Play 2025 Awards: Focus Friend wins best app, Pokémon TCG Pocket best game

Google Play has announced its selections for the best Android applications and games of 2025. The Best App award went to Focus Friend, developed by Hank Green, recognized for its gamified productivity features. The Best Game award was given to Pokémon TCG Pocket, a mobile adaptation of the trading card game. Luminar won the multi-device Best App award, while Disney Speedstorm was named the multi-device Best Game. Additional winners included: - Best for Fun: Edits - Best for Personal Growth: Focus Friend - Best Everyday Essential: Wiser – 15 Minute Audio Books - Best Hidden Gem: Pingo AI Language Learning - Best for Families: ABCmouse 2: Kids Learning Game - Best for Watches: SleepisolBio - Best for Large Screens: Goodnotes - Best for Cars: SoundCloud - Best for XR Headsets: Calm - Best Multiplayer: Dunk City Dynasty - Best Pick Up and Play: Candy Crush Solitaire - Best Indie: Chants of Sennaar - Best Story: Disco Elysium - Best Ongoing: Wuthering Waves - Best on Play Pass: DREDGE - Best for Google Play Games on PC: Odin: Valhalla Rising
How to manage AI actions in File Explorer on Windows 11
Winsage
November 22, 2025

How to manage AI actions in File Explorer on Windows 11

Microsoft has introduced AI enhancements in Windows 11, particularly in File Explorer, featuring "Ask Copilot" and "Semantic Indexing." AI actions have been added to the context menu, allowing users to perform tasks based on file types, with integration into Microsoft 365 apps, Photos, or Paint. The rollout began with the September 2025 Security Update, but users in Europe may experience delays in access. To enable AI actions in File Explorer, users should open Settings, click on Apps, select the Actions page, and turn on the AI actions. Users can engage with AI actions by right-clicking on image files (JPG, JPEG, PNG) and selecting options like Bing Visual Search, Blur Background, Erase Objects, Remove Background, and Describe Image. If Microsoft 365 apps are installed, users can summarize documents and convert tables without opening the apps. To disable AI actions, users can follow the same steps as enabling them but turn off the AI actions instead. The "AI actions" menu will still appear, but no active features will be displayed.
'We cloned Gmail, except you're logged in as Epstein and can see his emails' is the most impressively cursed tech project of the year
AppWizard
November 22, 2025

‘We cloned Gmail, except you’re logged in as Epstein and can see his emails’ is the most impressively cursed tech project of the year

The 2018 text adventure game "You Are Jeff Bezos" highlights Jeff Bezos's net worth of 6 billion at the time, which has since surpassed 0 billion, prompting discussions on wealth distribution. Jmail is a new platform that allows users to explore over 2,000 emails related to Jeffrey Epstein in a mock Gmail interface, based on documents released by the US House Oversight Committee. Co-creators Walz and Luke Igel used AI technology for optical character recognition to make the emails accessible. Each email is linked to a legitimate document for transparency. Jmail includes a crowdsourced feature for users to highlight notable messages, with some emails receiving significant attention, such as inquiries about Trump and Denmark's financial status.
5 Windows apps to install first on a new PC and what each one does for you
Winsage
November 21, 2025

5 Windows apps to install first on a new PC and what each one does for you

Every new Windows laptop presents a pristine interface, but users often encounter frustrations such as locating files, cumbersome multitasking, and needing assistance with certain formats. A curated selection of applications can streamline the user experience significantly. 1) Microsoft PowerToys enhances multitasking with features like FancyZones for window arrangement, batch renaming files, resizing images, and customizing keyboard shortcuts. 2) Everything by Voidtools simplifies the search process on Windows, allowing users to find files instantly with just a few letters typed. 3) 7 Zip manages zipped folders and unconventional formats, offering features for compressing, splitting files, and securing documents with passwords. 4) Bitwarden centralizes passwords and notes, providing a single sign-in and autofill feature that syncs across devices, helping users avoid weak password reuse. 5) SumatraPDF is a lightweight PDF reader that opens documents quickly and supports epub and mobi files, serving as a basic eBook reader. These applications alleviate daily annoyances on Windows and prioritize functionality over aesthetics.
StellarRecovery For Android
AppWizard
November 20, 2025

StellarRecovery For Android

StellarRecovery is an application developed by SkyFusion Labs for Android users to recover lost or deleted files. It has a rating of 4.7 stars from over 500,000 users. The app offers features for photo, video, audio, and document recovery, ensuring a fast and reliable process with an easy-to-use interface. It prioritizes user data safety by keeping recovery processes local. The app is free to download.
Google’s Best of 2025: The Android apps and games Indians chose most
AppWizard
November 19, 2025

Google’s Best of 2025: The Android apps and games Indians chose most

Google has released its list of the Best of 2025 for Android apps and games in India. The Best App award went to District: Movies, Events, Dining, which uses AI to recommend local films, events, and dining options. The Best Game award was given to Cookie Run India: Running Game. Google noted that 69% of Indian users first encountered AI through mobile applications. The complete list includes: Best Apps of 2025: - Best App: District: Movies, Events, Dining - Best Hidden Gem: Toonsutra: Webtoon & Manga App - Best Everyday Essential: Daily Planner - Best for Fun: Edits, an Instagram app - Best for Personal Growth: InVideo AI: AI Video Generator - Best for Watches: SleepisolBio: sleep, alarm - Best for Large Screens: Goodnotes: Notes, docs, PDF - Best Multi-device: Luminar: Photo Editor Top Trending Apps: - Instamart: 10 Mins Grocery App - Seekho: Short Learning Videos - Adobe Firefly: AI Generator Best Games of 2025: - Best Game: Cookie Run India - Best Indie: Kamala – Horror Exorcism Escape - Best Made in India: Real Cricket Swipe - Best Multi-device Game: Disney Speedstorm - Best Multiplayer: 8 Pool Fever – Billiard Arena - Best Story: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown - Best Pick Up and Play: Cookie Run India - Best Ongoing: Free Fire Max - Best on Play Pass: Dredge For PC users of Google Play Games, Whiteout Survival was the top selection.
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