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AppWizard

November 30, 2025

After three-year wait and a delay, medieval RPG’s first DLC arrives in choppy waters as fans claim it’s “overpriced”

The first Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord DLC, War Sails, was released on November 26 after a delay from June. The expansion has received mixed reviews, with over 1,000 reviews in its first four days, contrasting with the base game's 93,000 'very positive' reviews. Critics have described War Sails as "overpriced" and lacking substantial content, while some players appreciate the ship customization features and new Nord troops. The DLC is currently priced at .49 or £18.89, with an increase to .99 expected after December 10.

Winsage

November 16, 2025

New Windows 11 Copilot ad accidentally shows AI fumbling a basic text size setting

Microsoft's Copilot experienced a mishap during a promotional campaign with Tech YouTuber Judner Aura, where it incorrectly guided him to the Display settings instead of the Accessibility settings for adjusting text size. Copilot also recommended a text size percentage that was already selected, leading Judner to choose a higher percentage. The video simplified the demonstration, omitting details about enabling Copilot Vision and selecting the app screen. Windows social media accounts are heavily promoting Copilot, but users have expressed dissatisfaction with the AI's integration into Windows, raising concerns about its effectiveness. Despite these issues, the recent Windows 11 November 2025 update introduced enhancements like a customizable Start menu and improved gaming performance.

AppWizard

September 4, 2025

Walmart’s Bricktember sale has major Lego discounts — save on Star Wars, Disney, Minecraft, and more

Walmart has launched the Bricktember event, offering discounts of up to 50% on select Lego sets. The sale features various sets, with advertised discounts reaching up to 30%, and some items may have deeper reductions. Notable offerings include the Lego Classic Large Creative Brick Box with 790 pieces, the Lego City Advent Calendar with 24 buildable miniatures for a festive experience, and the Lego Ideas The Insect Collection featuring three insects with 1,111 pieces. The Bricktember deals will last until October 2.

Winsage

August 24, 2025

Microsoft’s Windows 95 release was 30 years ago today, the first time software was a pop culture smash

Microsoft launched Windows 95 to the public three decades ago, marking a significant moment in tech history with a midnight launch event that attracted large crowds. The operating system combined Microsoft’s DOS and Windows products, introducing a new user interface featuring the Start Button. The official system requirements included an Intel 386DX processor, 4MB of RAM, a VGA display, and 55MB of hard drive space, with recommended specifications for enhanced features being a 486 or better CPU and 8MB of RAM. Windows 95 was packaged in a box with 13 to 15 floppy disks, and consumers could purchase a full installation or an upgrade from Windows 3.1, with a CD version also available. The launch price was , which is approximately 0 today, and on its first day, it generated million in sales, with one million copies shipped by the fourth day. By its one-year anniversary, Microsoft had shipped 40 million units globally. Windows 95 also influenced gaming, with 10 of the 11 top PC game publishers adopting it, and it coincided with the rise of web browsers optimized for the platform.

AppWizard

August 15, 2025

Ice Cube is back behind a computer to deal with Minecraft complaints

Ice Cube is promoting Minecraft through a campaign called #CubeClaims, where he reviews player deaths and complaints from the gaming community while seated at a computer in his "Ice Cubicle." Users are invited to share their in-game mishaps with the humorous promise of securing a settlement for their virtual grievances. Additionally, Ice Cube starred in a recent adaptation of War of the Worlds, which has been poorly received but has gained a cult following due to his performance and the film's questionable moments.

Winsage

May 20, 2025

Windows 10 and 11: Microsoft removes Store fees for individual app developers

Microsoft announced that starting June 2015, individual developers will no longer incur fees to register and submit their apps to the Microsoft Store. This makes the Microsoft Store the first global digital store to offer free app publishing. Corporate developers will still face charges. Additionally, Microsoft is introducing enhancements such as improved hosting for privacy policies, expanded support resources, a policy update for Win32 app installations, promotional campaign capabilities for developers, enhanced health reports, and visibility on when apps were last updated. Microsoft has previously allowed developers to retain all revenue from non-game apps using their billing system, while charging a 12 percent fee for games and a 15 percent fee for apps using Microsoft's retail platform. In 2021, Microsoft expanded the types of applications that can be submitted to the store.

AppWizard

April 18, 2025

Perplexity’s Android App Is Infested With Security Flaws, Report Finds

Perplexity has launched a promotional campaign called “Ask like a millionaire,” offering a million-dollar prize to users who download its app, refer friends, and engage with it during the Super Bowl. However, the Android app is facing scrutiny due to significant security vulnerabilities, including issues that could lead to data theft and account takeovers. A report from Appknox reveals that the app's API can be accessed without restriction, and the code contains hardcoded secrets, making it easy for attackers to create counterfeit versions of the app. The app is also vulnerable to task hijacking, which could allow unauthorized access to sensitive data. Perplexity, founded in 2022, has raised 0 million in venture capital and has over 10 million downloads. The company is exploring partnerships with smartphone manufacturers and has faced criticism for alleged copyright infringement. Security experts advise users to consider removing the app until the issues are resolved.