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AppWizard

April 9, 2025

Testronic opens new Philippines testing facility

Testronic is opening a new facility in Manila, Philippines, to enhance its global presence, adding capacity for 360 additional professionals to its workforce of 2,000 employees worldwide. Ralph Quiambao, the APAC program director, will lead the office, which will operate with dedicated staff across day and night shifts. The expansion is part of Testronic's growth strategy, aimed at meeting the rising global demand for quality assurance services. Adam Keating, the Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing, emphasized that the expansion focuses on investing in people and maintaining high-quality service standards.

AppWizard

April 4, 2025

ESA warns of impact of Trump tariffs on games industry

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has expressed concerns about tariffs implemented by former President Donald Trump, which could significantly harm the U.S. video game industry by raising hardware prices due to the global sourcing of components from countries like Vietnam and China. ESA's senior vice president, Aubrey Quinn, highlighted that many products consumers buy may be subject to multiple tariffs, leading to increased costs. Quinn described the situation regarding relocating manufacturing jobs to the U.S. as complicated, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of decisions affecting consumers, businesses, and employees. The tariffs include a 46 percent tax on goods from Vietnam and a combined levy and duty of 54 percent on imports from China, posing challenges for the industry in maintaining affordability and accessibility for consumers.

AppWizard

March 25, 2025

McDonald’s launching Minecraft adult Happy Meal and ‘exclusive collectible’ toys

McDonald's will introduce its first "adult Happy Meal" in collaboration with Minecraft, launching "A Minecraft Movie Meal" in the UK and Ireland on March 26. The meal includes a Big Mac or a choice of nine McNuggets or four Veggie Dippers, a side, and a drink, along with one of six collectible toys featuring McDonald’s characters in Minecraft style. New menu items will include the Apple Cake McFlurry and a limited-edition Nether Flame sauce. The Minecraft movie, directed by Jared Hess, is set to release on April 4.

AppWizard

March 20, 2025

McDonald’s teams up with Minecraft for limited edition movie meal

McDonald's is launching a limited edition meal to celebrate the release of A Minecraft Movie on April 4, 2025. Starting March 26, fans can enjoy a meal that includes a choice of a Big Mac, nine chicken nuggets, or four veggie dippers, along with a side and a drink. The meal features a unique Apple Cake McFlurry and a limited edition Nether Flame sauce. Each meal will also come with a collectible designed for adult fans.

Tech Optimizer

February 26, 2025

Kubernetes Operator for PostgreSQL Hits the CNCF Sandbox

The Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) has added the CloudNativePG operator for PostgreSQL to its experimental sandbox. Developed by EnterpriseDB, this open-source Kubernetes operator automates database management functions like high availability and failover in Kubernetes environments. CloudNativePG has gained popularity, with over 5,000 stars on GitHub, and joins other PostgreSQL operators such as the Crunchy Data Postgres Operator and Zalando's operator. The operator simplifies the management of complex applications and enhances operational efficiency by providing clear instructions for database management within Kubernetes.

AppWizard

February 26, 2025

Qualcomm and Google just announced a major update to Android updates

Qualcomm has partnered with Google to provide up to eight years of software updates for devices with Snapdragon 8 and 7 series chipsets. Devices like the OnePlus 13, Samsung Galaxy S25 series, Xiaomi 15, Honor Magic 7 Pro, and Asus ROG Phone 9 will receive this extended support. Google's Pixel 8 series will offer seven years of updates with its Tensor chipsets. The implementation of these updates is determined by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) like Samsung and OnePlus. Qualcomm aims to enhance user experiences and provide flexibility for OEMs, potentially allowing mid-range devices with 7-series chips to receive similar support as premium models. Older devices without the latest chipsets will not benefit from this initiative. Qualcomm will continue to work with OEMs to support legacy platforms.

Winsage

February 24, 2025

Low PC penetration, Windows 10 upgrade to fuel Snapdragon X growth in India: Qualcomm SVP

Low penetration of personal computers in India is around 10 percent. Qualcomm anticipates a significant shift in consumer mindset with the upgrade to Windows 10, which will end support in October 2025. The company has partnered with manufacturers like Asus, Acer, Lenovo, HP, and Dell to introduce Snapdragon X platform-based PCs in India. Asus plans to launch its Snapdragon X-based Zenbook A14 and Vivobook 16 on March 10, priced at Rs 65,990 and Rs 99,990, respectively. Qualcomm held a 26 percent share of the Indian smartphone market in 2024, with its chipsets in one in three premium smartphones priced above Rs 25,000. The Snapdragon X platform is reported to deliver performance up to 163 percent faster than competitors while consuming 168 percent less power. Qualcomm has opened its first experience center in collaboration with Croma and plans to establish more stores to extend its reach into smaller towns across India.

AppWizard

February 15, 2025

OREO launches special edition cookies in partnership with ‘A Minecraft Movie’

OREO has partnered with 'A Minecraft Movie,' set to release on April 4, 2025, introducing four Special Edition cookies featuring Minecraft symbols: Pickaxe, Crystal, Sword, and Creeper. The collaboration includes a unique gaming mechanic where fans can bite the cookies into square shapes and scan them to unlock an augmented reality experience related to the movie. Additionally, fans can win exclusive OREO x 'A Minecraft Movie' merchandise. OREO aims to enhance playfulness through this partnership, which aligns with the creative themes of the Minecraft franchise. Fans can engage with the campaign at www.oreo.eu or on social media at @OREOUKI.

AppWizard

February 13, 2025

Apple TV+ App to Be Offered for Android Devices

Apple TV+ will be available on Android devices starting February 12, marking the first time the app is accessible on Android platforms, specifically for devices running Android 10 or newer. Users can subscribe to Apple TV+ and the MLS Season Pass through the app. Prior to this, the app was compatible with various devices, including Roku and smart TVs. Apple reported .12 billion in revenue from its services sector in the fourth quarter, a 14% increase year-over-year, and has surpassed 1 billion subscriptions. In October, Apple TV+ was added to Amazon Prime Video's subscription options in the U.S. The streaming industry is facing challenges such as consumer dissatisfaction and rising subscription costs.

Tech Optimizer

February 4, 2025

EDB Bridges Open Source Innovation and Enterprise-Grade Impact with CloudNativePG’s CNCF Milestone

EnterpriseDB (EDB) has announced that its open-source Kubernetes operator for PostgreSQL, CloudNativePG (CNPG), has been accepted into the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) Sandbox. This acceptance underscores the significance of Kubernetes in enterprise strategies and EDB's commitment to innovation. CloudNativePG is recognized as the most popular PostgreSQL operator for Kubernetes on GitHub, with over 5,000 stars. EDB provides a data and AI platform that supports over 1,500 customers globally, including major government agencies and leading companies in various sectors.