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July 16, 2025

Update 2.3 Patch Notes

Update 2.3 for Cyberpunk 2077 will be released tomorrow for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with a later release for Nintendo Switch 2. The update introduces four new vehicles, the AutoDrive feature for self-driving Delamain cabs, and enhancements to CrystalCoat™ and Photo Mode. It also adds support for AMD FSR 3.1 Frame Generation, Intel XeSS 2.0, and HDR10+ Gaming on PC. Cyberpunk 2077 is now available on Mac with Apple silicon, purchasable via the Mac App Store and other PC storefronts, with existing owners able to transition to compatible devices. The new vehicles include: - Yaiba ARV-Q340 Semimaru, unlocked through a new side job after completing The Hunt and The Beast In Me. - Rayfield Caliburn "Mordred," obtainable by completing side jobs including The Beast in Me: Badlands. - Yaiba ASM-R250 Muramasa, available after purchasing a Yaiba vehicle and completing specific tasks. - Chevillon Legatus 450 Aquila, purchasable through AUTOFIXER. AutoDrive allows players to relax while their vehicles navigate, with self-driving Delamain cabs available after completing the job Don't Lose Your Mind. Photo Mode enhancements include 27 new NPCs, outfit switching options, new Look-At Camera features, and additional stickers and frames. Quality of life improvements include automatic adjustments for inverted mouse settings and enhanced accessibility options for aiming controls. Gameplay fixes address various mission issues and improve overall performance. PC users will see enhanced graphics with AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 and Intel XeSS 2.0, while console players benefit from Variable Refresh Rate support and fixes for foliage interactions with weather conditions.

Winsage

July 16, 2025

Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant can now optionally see your entire desktop—maybe it will be able to finally explain what Windows error code 0x8007002c means

Microsoft's Copilot Vision AI assistant now allows users to opt-in to share their entire desktop within Windows 11, currently available only in preview builds and not rolled out through Windows Update. This feature enables users to share their desktop, specific browser windows, or app interfaces with Copilot, which can then observe and engage in real-time conversations, providing analysis and guidance. The feature is part of Windows 11 build 1.25071.125 and is limited to users in the U.S. where Windows Vision is enabled. It is primarily targeted at Windows enthusiasts and developers in the Windows Insider program.

Winsage

July 16, 2025

Now Microsoft’s Copilot Vision AI can scan everything on your screen

Microsoft's Copilot Vision tool has been updated to allow users to view their entire desktop, enhancing its previous capability of analyzing only two applications at once. Users can activate this feature by clicking the glasses icon in the Copilot app to select their desktop view. Copilot Vision provides real-time assistance by analyzing content, offering insights, and answering questions. It was initially tested for web browsing in Microsoft Edge and can now also respond to queries based on observations made through a mobile phone's camera.

AppWizard

July 12, 2025

Minecraft’s mob vote loser just made a surprise comeback — and it brought brand new gear to the Bedrock Preview with it

Mojang has reintroduced the Copper Golem, a character that lost the 2021 Mob Vote, as part of the latest Bedrock Preview update. Players can summon the Copper Golem by placing a carved pumpkin on a copper block, which also introduces the Copper Chest. The Copper Golem retrieves items from nearby Copper Chests and deposits them into standard chests. It can carry a maximum of 16 identical items and has a range of 15 blocks. The Copper Golem does not deposit into barrels, shulker boxes, hoppers, or dispensers, and unstackable enchanted gear can only be deposited if the enchantments match. Mojang has also introduced a complete set of copper tools and armor, including items like the Copper Axe, Hoe, Pickaxe, Shovel, Sword, Helmet, Chestplate, Leggings, and Boots. Copper gear has the same damage values as stone but offers higher durability and better enchantability. Copper tools cannot mine redstone, gold, emeralds, or diamond ore, but they are more durable and faster than stone tools. Copper gear does not undergo oxidation, unlike copper blocks and golems. The preview is available for testing on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10/11, and other compatible Bedrock platforms without needing to opt in via the Xbox Insider Hub. Players need a copy of Minecraft: Bedrock Edition to participate. Mojang's content rollout strategy now introduces features through Bedrock Previews before announcing them alongside Java updates, with Java snapshots expected to follow in a few weeks and a full release potentially in the next three to five months.

Winsage

July 12, 2025

A new Windows feature could allow your PC to fix itself

Microsoft is introducing a feature called "quick machine recovery" for Windows users, currently available in Windows 11 Build 26100.4762. This feature allows PCs to autonomously troubleshoot and fix issues after a crash, such as a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD), by booting into the Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE). Quick machine recovery can connect to Microsoft’s servers to send crash data for analysis, eliminating the need for users to interpret error codes. It employs cloud remediation and auto remediation methods, though auto remediation is disabled by default on home PCs. The existing Startup Repair tool will still be available as a fallback option, and users can disable quick machine recovery if desired. Additionally, the build includes a refined "semantic search" capability in Settings, integration of Microsoft’s Reading Coach app, and the ability to export Recall snapshots to third-party applications in Europe.

AppWizard

July 11, 2025

Minecraft adds use for copper, but are the tools and armor actually worth it?

Copper armor and tools will be introduced in Minecraft with the upcoming copper update, providing a sturdier alternative to stone gear. Copper tools and armor have better durability and mining speed than stone but are less effective than iron. Copper ore is easier to acquire than iron, yielding double the resources per block. Copper tools can mine basic materials but cannot mine valuable resources like redstone, gold, diamonds, or emeralds. A full copper armor set offers 5 armor points, less than the 7.5 points of iron armor, and requires 24 ingots to craft. Players may prefer to use leather armor while saving iron for essential items. The copper update is currently available in Minecraft Bedrock Edition and will be included in future Java snapshots.

Tech Optimizer

July 1, 2025

Fluent Commerce’s approach to near-zero downtime Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL upgrade at 32 TB scale using snapshots and AWS DMS ongoing replication

Fluent Commerce utilizes Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL-Compatible Edition as its OLTP database engine to manage complex customer search queries. The company migrated to AWS Graviton instances to enhance performance and cost-efficiency, requiring a major version upgrade from Aurora PostgreSQL-Compatible 10.14 to 12.4 or higher. The migration involved upgrading over 350 production databases, some as large as 32 TB, using AWS Database Migration Service (AWS DMS) and various upgrade strategies to minimize downtime. The migration process included configuring replication slots, creating snapshots, and validating data between source and target databases. AWS DMS was chosen for its cost-effectiveness, seamless integration with AWS services, and capabilities for ongoing data replication with minimal downtime. The cutover process involved updating application configurations, managing sequence numbers, and ensuring optimal performance through vacuuming and analyzing tables.

AppWizard

July 1, 2025

Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.7 Update Released: New Art, Music & Performance Fixes — Here’s How to Download

Minecraft Java Edition has released update version 1.21.7, which includes the following new content: - A new painting titled "Good Boy" by artist Sarah Boeving. - A music disc called "Lava Chicken" by Hyper Potions, which can be obtained by defeating a Chicken Jockey. The update also includes several bug fixes and performance improvements: - Corrected moon and map visuals on certain devices. - Resolved rendering errors affecting text and signage. - Fixed crashes linked to AMD graphics cards. - Addressed memory leaks and texture-related crashes. - Improved underwater fog effects. - Rectified issues with block-breaking animations. Players can download the update by accessing the Minecraft Launcher, enabling Snapshots, and selecting version 1.21.7. It is advised to back up save files when using snapshot builds.

AppWizard

June 30, 2025

Minecraft Java Edition Update 1.21.7: New Features and How to Download It

Minecraft has released update 1.21.7 for Java Edition, featuring a "Good Boy" painting by artist Sarah Boeving and a "Lava Chicken" music disc by Hyper Potions. Players can obtain the Lava Chicken music disc by defeating a Chicken Jockey (a Baby Zombie riding a Chicken). The update also includes bug fixes and performance enhancements, such as resolving issues with moon and map displays, correcting text and sign rendering, fixing crashes on specific AMD graphics, addressing texture leaks and memory issues, improving underwater fog effects, and fixing breaking animations for various blocks. To download the update, players should open the Minecraft Launcher, navigate to the Installations tab, enable Snapshots, and select version 1.21.7. It is recommended to back up current worlds when using test updates.

Winsage

June 24, 2025

Microsoft fixes Windows Vista boot sound bug in latest Windows 11 Insider Build — adds Recall Homepage and customizable system indicators

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5661 (KB5060838), which addresses a bug that caused the Windows Vista startup sound to play instead of the Windows 11 melody. The update introduces new features, including the Recall Homepage for Copilot+ PCs, which provides a centralized view of recent activities and frequently accessed content. Users can access recent snapshots and a summary of the top three applications and websites they engaged with in the past 24 hours. Additionally, new settings for system hardware indicators allow users to reposition volume and brightness controls on the screen according to their preferences.