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AppWizard

May 27, 2025

Razer and Minecraft Collaboration! PC peripheral devices with creeper design will be released!

Razer is launching a collaboration with Minecraft featuring a series of PC peripherals themed around the Creeper character. The collection will be released on June 27, 2025, and includes the following products: 1. Razer BlackWidow V4 X Minecraft Edition - Price: 29,980 yen (tax included) - Features: RGB mechanical keyboard with six macro keys, dirt and grass block design, includes the "Ender Dragon Shawl" in-game item. 2. Razer Kraken V4 X Minecraft Edition - Price: 17,480 yen (tax included) - Features: Wired RGB gaming headset for immersive sound, includes the "Ender Dragon Shawl" in-game item. 3. Razer Cobra Minecraft Edition - Price: 10,480 yen (tax included) - Features: Ultra-lightweight wired RGB gaming mouse, includes the "Overgrown Arm" in-game item. 4. Razer Gigantus V2 Minecraft Edition - Price: 4,990 yen (tax included) - Features: Gaming mouse pad with a textured surface, includes the "Overgrown Arm" in-game item. Pre-orders for these products will start on May 27, 2025.

Winsage

May 14, 2025

Microsoft’s upcoming OneDrive update bypasses security protocols between business and personal files

Microsoft is integrating its products into the user experience, with OneDrive being a prominent example. The upcoming June update will introduce a feature called "Prompt to Add Personal Account to OneDrive Sync," which encourages users on business devices to sync files with personal accounts, potentially compromising security by exposing sensitive business data. Many users are unaware they are using OneDrive, leading to confusion and frustration, especially among older individuals. To address concerns about the update, users can consult their IT department to implement policies that disable the synchronization prompt or personal sync altogether.

BetaBeacon

April 18, 2025

Order a Retroid Pocket Mini? We’ve got bad news

Due to the tariff and trade war between the U.S. and China, Retroid's Pocket Flip 2 and Pocket Classic shipments to the U.S. have been affected, with some colors not arriving in time to be shipped.

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Razer’s new app offers yet another way to play PC games on your phone

Razer PC Remote Play is currently in beta within the Razer Cortex application and serves as a remote access solution for gaming, allowing users to stream their entire PC display or specific games. It is compatible with Razer’s Kishi series of mobile controllers and optimizes bandwidth usage by adjusting to the phone's resolution and refresh rate. However, users must be on the same local network as the host PC to connect, and attempts to connect over a mobile network may fail. Alternative solutions like Steam’s streaming service and Nvidia’s GeForce Now are available for remote gaming access. The app is noted for being stable among dedicated driver programs for gaming accessories but may not meet user experience expectations. Users not interested in Razer’s mobile controllers may want to explore other options before using Razer PC Remote Play.

BetaBeacon

April 11, 2025

Razer ‘Remote Play’ brings PC games to your Android device, but without the black bars

Razer's "PC Remote Play" service allows for streaming PC games to Android devices at the native screen resolution, eliminating black bars that often surround gameplay.

BetaBeacon

April 11, 2025

Razer PC Remote Play finally launches, will let gamers stream PC games to iOS, Android, and Windows mobile devices

Razer PC Remote Play allows users to stream PC games to their mobile devices while using the Razer Kishi Ultra Controller. The platform has been updated with features such as automatic optimization for resolution and refresh rate, support for the AV1 video codec, and compatibility with iOS, Android, and Windows devices. Users can also take advantage of keyboard, mouse, and trackpad functionality on iPads for a more versatile gaming experience. The Razer Nexus app allows users to browse, configure, and launch PC games directly from their mobile devices. Setting up Razer PC Remote Play requires installing the necessary apps, enabling Remote Play via Razer Cortex on the PC, and signing in with a Razer ID.

BetaBeacon

April 11, 2025

Razer made a Steam Link alternative, and it plays way more than Steam games

Razer has officially launched its Razer PC Remote Play app on Android and iOS, offering native-resolution streaming and excellent performance for gamers looking to stream PC games on their mobile devices. The app is based on Moonlight and supports streaming from various game stores, not just a specific platform. Users need to install the Razer PC Remote Play and Razer Nexus apps on the host PC and create an account to access all features. The app now supports all mobile controllers, the AV1 codec for improved streaming quality, and the Razer Kishi Ultra controller with Razer Sensa HD Haptics. iPad users can use mouse and keyboard inputs for compatible games. To get started, users need to download the Razer Cortex app on their host PC and the Razer Nexus and Razer PC Remote Play apps on their client device, all available for free on the Play Store and App Store.

AppWizard

April 8, 2025

I tried gaming on Linux — and it’s better (and worse) than you think

The gaming experience on Linux, particularly with Ubuntu, has been positive, with many single-player and co-op games performing well due to compatibility tools like Wine and Steam's Proton. While most Windows games can be played on Linux, limitations exist, particularly for MMORPGs and competitive multiplayer games that rely on kernel-level anti-cheat systems, rendering titles like Fortnite and Valorant unplayable. Some competitive games do offer Linux support, but this is not guaranteed. Additionally, accessory applications for gaming peripherals often lack support on Linux, although open-source alternatives exist. As of 2025, while Linux gaming has improved, significant gaps remain, particularly in compatibility with anti-cheat systems, making it less appealing than Windows for many gamers.

AppWizard

April 7, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: The House of Da Vinci 3, Teslagrad, Dungeons of Dreadrock 2, more

Samsung has launched its 2024 QLED smart TV lineup, allowing consumers to save up to ,250. Discounts are also available on Samsung’s LTE Galaxy Watch FE, Razer’s Kishi V2 Android gamepad, and CMF Buds from Nothing. Notable Android app deals include the game Teslagrad, a 2D puzzle-platformer where players use electromagnetic powers to navigate challenges in the Kingdom of Elektropia. Teslagrad has sold over 1.6 million copies on PC and has been adapted for mobile devices.

Winsage

April 7, 2025

I set out to see if the Razer Blade 16’s redesign, AMD, and RTX 50-series put the laptop back on top

The Razer Blade 16 (2025) starts at a price of ,999.99 and features an AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage. The fully upgraded version costs ,899.99 and includes a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, RTX 5090 graphics, 64GB of RAM, and 4TB of SSD storage. The laptop is approximately 21-32% thinner and 13% lighter than its predecessor, with a CNC-milled unibody aluminum chassis. It has a 16-inch OLED display with QHD+ resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate. The Blade 16 features five USB ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a full-sized SD card slot. Battery life is limited, draining significantly in one hour of standard usage, and performance throttling occurs when unplugged. The keyboard has been redesigned for deeper key travel, while the touchpad has issues with palm rejection. It includes a FHD webcam, dual-array microphones, and a six-speaker system with THX Spatial Audio, along with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity.