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August 5, 2025

Microsoft announces end of support for Windows 11 SE

Microsoft has announced that it will phase out Windows 11 SE, with support and updates ending in October 2026. Windows 11 SE was designed for educational environments and low-spec devices, featuring essential educational applications and Microsoft Office 365 (subscription required). The decision comes as Chromebooks gain popularity in the educational sector. Microsoft will not release any feature updates after version 24H2, and users are advised to transition to devices that support other editions of Windows 11 for continued support and security. The operating system has been criticized for its reduced functionality and user experience compared to standard laptops.

Winsage

July 30, 2025

Adobe brings native Windows on Arm support to Premiere Pro, After Effects, and more — but not all features made it

Adobe has launched native ARM64 versions of its creative applications—Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and Media Encoder—for Windows on Arm devices, currently in public preview. However, these applications have certain limitations: - Premiere Pro will not support the Loudness Radar effect, Export to Wraptor DCP, Import and export of the GoPro CineForm codec, and Export to the P2 Movie format. - Audition lacks support for the GoPro CineForm codec and Loudness Radar effect. - Media Encoder will also not support the Loudness Radar effect, Export to Wraptor DCP, GoPro CineForm, and P2 Movie format. Future updates are expected to integrate support for third-party extensions, ProRes, and additional formats in these applications. After Effects currently has no listed unavailable features for its Arm-native version.

Winsage

July 30, 2025

Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and Media Encoder are Now Native on Windows 11 on Arm

Adobe has released public beta versions of Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and Media Encoder for Windows 11 on Arm architecture. These applications are expected to work well on Qualcomm Snapdragon X-based laptops and tablets. Certain features will be included in the final release of Premiere Pro, such as support for third-party extensions, ProRes support, and hardware-accelerated playback of H.264 and HEVC. However, some features will not be available, including the Loudness Radar effect and export to Wraptor DCP. For After Effects, issues include limited format support and the absence of certain features like Keylight and Mocha. Adobe recommends using the latest Qualcomm Adreno GPU driver for optimal performance. Beta versions of Audition and Media Encoder are also available for Windows 11 on Arm.

Winsage

July 30, 2025

Adobe makes good on its promise and delivers more native Windows on Arm apps, with a few catches

Adobe has released beta versions of After Effects, Premiere Pro, Audition, and Media Encoder for Windows on Arm, following the earlier introduction of Illustrator. Users on Snapdragon devices should note that some features are missing or may not be implemented. For After Effects, limitations include: - Lack of support for formats like ProRes, ARRIRAW, SWF, GoPro CinePro, JPEG20000 in MXF, and WMV. - No import capabilities for MotionJPEG and MKV. - Absence of hardware-accelerated playback and export for H.264 and HEVC in MP4. - Missing features such as Keylight and Mocha. - The Cinema 4D renderer and related features are not included. - Third-party plugins will not work with the native builds. Adobe is working with third-party developers to update plugins and plans to release an SDK for Windows on Arm soon. For Premiere Pro, the beta will not include: - Loudness Radar effect (replaced by Loudness Meter). - Export to Wraptor DCP. - Import and export of the GoPro CineForm codec. - Export to the P2 Movie format. Future updates for Premiere Pro will include: - Support for third-party extensions and plugins. - ProRes support for import/export and proxies. - Import/export of JPEG2000 in MXF. - Hardware-accelerated playback/export for H.264 and HEVC in MP4. - Support for various raw video files, including Apple ProRes RAW and ARRI ARRIRAW.

Winsage

July 25, 2025

Microsoft Edge’s settings menu is now so big it can’t fit on a single screen

Microsoft Edge has introduced a new shortcut for creating tab groups in its dropdown menu. Users have reported challenges with the "Settings and more" menu, particularly regarding visibility and the need to scroll to access options. Concerns about context menu inconsistencies in Windows have been raised since at least 2015. Microsoft has made improvements to user interface elements but still faces criticism for certain design choices. Recent testing of rounded context menus in Windows 11 did not make it to the final product, as the company opted for a traditional design instead. Implementing changes in Windows can be complex due to its extensive legacy. There is a call for more customization options in context menus to improve user experience.

AppWizard

July 19, 2025

Weekend PC Download Deals for July 18: The Epic Games Store Summer Sale

The Steam Summer Sale has ended, allowing the Epic Games Store to launch its offers, featuring exclusives like Alan Wake 2 and Blades of Fire. Other highlighted titles include Assassin's Creed Shadows, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Skin Deep, and To a T, which is on discount. The Steam Automation Fest is ongoing, and the Ubisoft Summer Sale has concluded. Black Ops 6 is now available on Battle.net. The Epic Games Store is offering Sid Meier's Civilization 6 Platinum Edition for free until July 24. Humble Choice subscribers can receive several games for .99 this July, including Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader and Cat Quest 3. Various game bundles are available for purchase, activating on Steam.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

Survey reveals this is everyone’s favorite weather app, by far

In a recent survey, Pixel Weather was identified as the most favored weather app, receiving 47% of the votes. It is exclusively available to Google Pixel users. The next closest competitors were Wunderground with 12.51%, Today Weather with 10.42%, Weather and Radar with 10.13%, and Ventusky with 4.02%. Users also suggested alternative weather applications such as Weawow, Samsung Weather, AccuWeather, Windy, MyRadar, and ForecastAdvisor. For non-Pixel users, Weather Master can replicate some features of Pixel Weather, and tech-savvy users can sideload the Pixel Weather APK onto other devices.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

The best Android apps available right now

1Weather is a weather app with a clean interface, customizable widgets, and severe weather alerts, available for free with optional in-app purchases. Bitwarden is a free password manager offering unlimited storage and two-factor authentication, with premium options for enhanced features. ChatGPT is an AI service from OpenAI that allows users to perform various tasks, available for free with optional in-app purchases. Focus Go is a simple gallery app that organizes images into folders and offers a fast search and filter system, available for free. Google Drive provides 15GB of free cloud storage and integrates with Google apps for productivity, with optional in-app purchases. Google Keep is a note-taking app that allows users to create and organize notes across devices, available for free. Google Maps and Waze are leading navigation apps, offering features like offline maps and real-time traffic data, both available for free. Google Gemini is an AI tool for managing tasks and accessing information, available for free. Google Voice offers a second phone number for personal and professional use in the US, available for free with optional purchases. Microsoft SwiftKey is a customizable keyboard app with predictive text features, available for free. Mozilla Firefox is a mobile browser with extensive add-on support, available for free. Nova Launcher is a customizable launcher app for Android, available for free with an optional premium version. Pocket Casts is a podcast management app with a user-friendly interface, available for free with optional in-app purchases. Poweramp is an offline music player with extensive features, available for a free trial and optional premium version. Solid Explorer is a file manager app with a clean design and powerful features, available for a free trial and optional premium version. Tasker and IFTTT are automation tools, with Tasker catering to power users and IFTTT offering a more accessible approach, with prices starting at .49. Textra is an SMS app with customizable themes and multi-device messaging sync, available for free with optional Pro unlock. TickTick is a task management app that combines tasks, reminders, and calendar events, available for free with an optional premium plan. YouTube and YouTube Music are content apps providing vast libraries of video and music, available for free with optional premium subscriptions. Zedge offers wallpapers, ringtones, and notification sounds for device customization, available for free with optional premium content. ExpressVPN is a secure VPN service with fast speeds, 256-bit encryption, and servers in 94 countries, offering unlimited bandwidth.

Winsage

July 9, 2025

Microsoft Patch Tuesday addresses 130 vulnerabilities, none actively exploited

Microsoft addressed a total of 130 vulnerabilities in its latest Patch Tuesday initiative. A significant vulnerability in SQL Server, identified as CVE-2025-49719, has a CVSS score of 7.5 and is due to improper input validation, potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data. It affects SQL Server versions from 2016 to 2022. Another critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-47981, has a CVSS score of 9.8 and allows unauthenticated remote code execution without user interaction. This vulnerability poses a high risk due to its low attack complexity and potential for lateral movement within networks. Additionally, the update includes 16 vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft Office, with four categorized as more likely to be exploited.

AppWizard

July 7, 2025

Jaleco Sports: Goal! Has Been Released For PC

Indie game developer Sickhead Games, in collaboration with publisher Rock It Games, has released Jaleco Sports: Goal!, a soccer game that revives classic NES and SNES titles for modern PC platforms via Steam and GOG. Players can switch between the original Goal! and its European version, Super Goal!, and enjoy game modes such as World Cup, Shootouts, and Super Cup in both local and online multiplayer. The game features modern enhancements like rewind functionality, CRT-style visuals, and multilingual digital manuals. The NES version includes 16 international teams and a unique Shootout mode, while the SNES sequel offers 24 international teams, instant replays, and strategic gameplay elements. Players can set team formations, control the goalkeeper, and use special moves.