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Google's AI Search is finally doing a better job of linking to the web
AppWizard
May 6, 2026

Google’s AI Search is finally doing a better job of linking to the web

Google is enhancing its AI Search Mode with new features aimed at improving trust and discovery. The updates will include deeper follow-up query suggestions, easier access to subscribed news sources, and more inline links and user perspectives from forums and social media in AI-generated responses. Users will receive comprehensive prompts for exploring topics, and content from their subscriptions will be highlighted for quicker access. The enhancements will also provide previews of discussions from social media and increase embedded links within AI responses for additional context.
Google just gave me the best reason ever to uninstall Chrome
AppWizard
May 6, 2026

Google just gave me the best reason ever to uninstall Chrome

Google has installed a 4GB AI model called Gemini Nano on users' computers without their explicit consent. This model enhances user experience with features like "Help me write," AI-assisted browsing, and scam detection, but was integrated without prior notification to users. The AI scam detection features have been available on Android and desktop platforms for some time. The deployment of the Nano model has raised concerns about user autonomy and trust, as it was done without user consultation or approval.
PC gamers buy way more games that cost less than $30 at launch compared to PlayStation and Xbox players, analysts say, and it's "reshaping the PC market"
AppWizard
May 5, 2026

PC gamers buy way more games that cost less than $30 at launch compared to PlayStation and Xbox players, analysts say, and it’s “reshaping the PC market”

PC gamers are increasingly favoring budget-friendly titles, with a significant portion of the market consisting of full-price games priced under a certain threshold. This trend is driven by the success of indie games, such as "Gamble With Your Friends," which sold 500,000 copies in three days. The demand for affordable gaming options is rising, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior towards valuing quality without high costs. The sub-category of games priced below a specific amount is thriving on PC, contrasting with the console gaming experience.
ScarCruft Hacks Gaming Platform to Deploy BirdCall Malware on Android and Windows
BetaBeacon
May 5, 2026

ScarCruft Hacks Gaming Platform to Deploy BirdCall Malware on Android and Windows

ScarCruft compromised a video game platform in a supply chain attack, trojanizing its components with a backdoor called BirdCall to target ethnic Koreans residing in China. The attack enabled the threat actors to target both Windows and Android devices, turning it into a multi-platform threat. The campaign targeted sqgame[.]net, a gaming platform used by ethnic Koreans in China, known as a transit point for North Korean defectors. BirdCall has features like screenshot capture, keystroke logging, and data gathering, and relies on legitimate cloud services for command-and-control. The Android variant collects various data and has seen active development.
Steam Controller stock sold out in minutes, but there is something you can do about it
AppWizard
May 5, 2026

Steam Controller stock sold out in minutes, but there is something you can do about it

Steam Controller stock sold out quickly after its release, with most regions reporting "out of stock" within half an hour. Scalpers are reselling the controllers on eBay at inflated prices, often using misleading listings that violate eBay's presale guidelines. Consumers can report these listings to eBay, which may lead to their removal. It is advised that buyers resist purchasing from scalpers and wait for standard-priced stock, as more shipments may be forthcoming and could resolve existing software issues with the controller.
The best mobile antivirus software of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed
Tech Optimizer
May 5, 2026

The best mobile antivirus software of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Bitdefender Mobile Security is currently regarded as the best mobile antivirus software, achieving a 100% detection rate for malware on Android devices according to AV-TEST's August 2025 report. The 2026 version introduces App Anomaly Detection and includes features like Scam Alert and anti-theft tools. Sophos Intercept X for Mobile offers a free version with a perfect score in AV-TEST's comparisons and features such as multi-factor authentication and a Privacy Advisor. Surfshark Antivirus, part of the Surfshark One package, scored six out of six in AV-TEST's evaluations and includes various security tools, but is only available for Android, macOS, and Windows. Avast Mobile Security is a popular free option with robust features and achieved perfect scores in protection and usability in AV-TEST's September-October 2025 report. AVG Antivirus, operating on the same engine as Avast, also detected 100% of malware in AV-TEST's March-April 2025 evaluations and includes anti-theft tools.
If you're asking why everyone's making an extraction shooter, Escape from Tarkov is the 11th most-played game on PC according to new report, beating Overwatch, Marvel Rivals, and PUBG
AppWizard
May 4, 2026

If you’re asking why everyone’s making an extraction shooter, Escape from Tarkov is the 11th most-played game on PC according to new report, beating Overwatch, Marvel Rivals, and PUBG

Escape From Tarkov, developed by Battlestate Games, ranked 11th in overall playtime on PC for the year 2025, according to a report from Newzoo. It outperformed several established titles, including Overwatch 2, Marvel Rivals, PUBG, Apex Legends, GTA 5, and Diablo 4. The game was edged out for the 10th position by Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The rankings reflect overall playtime rather than concurrent or total player counts, indicating that while Escape From Tarkov may not have the largest player base, its players are highly dedicated.
Microsoft confirms April Windows updates cause backup failures
Winsage
May 4, 2026

Microsoft confirms April Windows updates cause backup failures

Microsoft has acknowledged that the April 2026 security updates have disrupted the functionality of various third-party backup applications using the psmounterex.sys driver, raising concerns among users. The issue primarily affects software leveraging the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) snapshots, leading to failures due to VSS service timeouts. Notable impacted products include Macrium Reflect, Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, UrBackup Server, and NinjaOne Backup, used on Windows 11, Windows Server, and Windows 10 devices. Disruptions can manifest as failures to mount backup image files, errors or timeouts when browsing or restoring from backup images, and error messages related to VSS timeouts. Microsoft updated its support documentation to clarify that the April updates included a security hardening change that added psmounterex.sys to the vulnerable driver blocklist to protect against a high-severity buffer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2023-43896). Affected users are advised to upgrade to newer application versions with updated drivers and not to uninstall or pause the security update. Users can check if the Microsoft Vulnerable Driver Blocklist is blocking a driver by looking for Event ID 3077 in the Code Integrity Operational log. Additionally, Microsoft has alerted users that some Windows Server 2025 devices may boot into BitLocker recovery mode after installing the KB5082063 update and has issued out-of-band updates to address installation failures and restart loops affecting Windows Server systems after the April 2026 updates.
Microsoft Defender wrongly flags DigiCert certs as Trojan:Win32/Cerdigent.A!dha
Tech Optimizer
May 4, 2026

Microsoft Defender wrongly flags DigiCert certs as Trojan:Win32/Cerdigent.A!dha

Microsoft Defender mistakenly flagged legitimate DigiCert root certificates as Trojan:Win32/Cerdigent.A!dha, leading to their removal from Windows systems globally. This issue arose after a Defender signature update on April 30th, with affected certificates including 0563B8630D62D75ABBC8AB1E4BDFB5A899B24D43 and DDFB16CD4931C973A2037D3FC83A4D7D775D05E4. The certificates were removed from the AuthRoot store under the Registry key HKLMSOFTWAREMicrosoftSystemCertificatesAuthRootCertificates. Microsoft has addressed the issue in Security Intelligence update version 1.449.430.0, which also restored the removed certificates. The false positives were linked to detections related to a recent DigiCert breach, where threat actors obtained valid code-signing certificates used for signing malware. DigiCert revoked 60 code-signing certificates, including those linked to the "Zhong Stealer" malware campaign. The malware utilized certificates issued to companies like Lenovo and Kingston, but the certificates flagged by Microsoft Defender are root certificates and do not correspond to the revoked code-signing certificates.
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