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AppWizard

May 6, 2025

Minecraft was fine, except for one pesky little phrase

A family outing to the cinema featured the film A Minecraft Movie, which received negative reviews prior to its release. Despite this, the film appealed to the author's child, Sam, who wanted to see it "for the memes." The author had previously endured several children's films and was surprised that A Minecraft Movie exceeded expectations, performing better than titles like Snow White, Wish, Paddington in Peru, DC League of Super-Pets, and Moana 2. The film's cast did not include acclaimed actors Barry Keoghan and Paul Mescal, and it avoided the influence of Phoebe Waller-Bridge. The film had a runtime of 100 minutes, which was appreciated for being shorter than many contemporary films, and it successfully engaged both young and older viewers with its humor and adventure.

AppWizard

May 5, 2025

How to get Silence Armor Trim in Minecraft

Players can obtain the Silence Armor Trim in Minecraft by exploring Ancient City chests, which have a spawn rate of approximately 1%. These cities are located in fully eroded canyons, primarily in the snow mountains biome. In Creative Mode, players can access an unlimited supply of Silence Armor Trims by entering the command /gamemode creative. To craft or duplicate the trim, players need to combine it with seven Diamonds and one Coobled Deepslate at a crafting table. Diamonds can be obtained by smelting Diamond Ores or breaking down a Block of Diamond, while Coobled Deepslate can be mined from Deepslate blocks found in Ancient Cities. To personalize armor with the Silence Armor Trim, players must use a Smithing Table, combining the trim with an armor piece and a crafting material, which affects the color of the final product.

AppWizard

May 2, 2025

Every Minecraft Nerf Blaster You Can Buy Right Now

Minecraft has collaborated with Nerf to create a range of blasters inspired by the game. The following Nerf Minecraft products are available: 1. Nerf Minecraft Bow Dart Blaster - £14.99, features string-priming action and high-performance N1 darts. 2. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Cave Spider Blaster - Compact design with rapid-fire capabilities. 3. Nerf Microshots Minecraft Chicken Blaster - £19.99, fires one dart at a time. 4. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Ender Dragon and Elder Guardian Mini Blaster 2-Pack - £37.19, features both bosses from Minecraft. 5. Nerf Ender Dragon Blaster - Over £37.18, includes dragon design and storage for 12 darts. 6. Nerf Minecraft Firebrand, Dart Blasting Axe - £19.66, three-dart capacity. 7. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Ghast Mini Blaster - £11.95, single-shot action. 8. Nerf MicroShots Minecraft Guardian Mini Blaster - £12.99, features two mini-sized darts. 9. Nerf Minecraft Heartstealer Toy Sword - £19.79, combines sword aesthetics with blaster functionality. 10. Nerf Minecraft Pillager's Crossbow Dart Blaster - £29.94, fires six darts consecutively. 11. Nerf Minecraft Sabrewing Motorized Blaster Bow - £44.99, motorized blasting with an 8-dart clip. 12. Nerf Microshot Minecraft Snow Golem Mini Blaster - Compact and easy to use. 13. Nerf Minecraft Stormlander Dart-Blasting Hammer - £25.19, fires three darts.

Tech Optimizer

April 29, 2025

Intego Mac Internet Security

PCs were introduced before Apple’s Macintosh, leading to the emergence of PC viruses and the establishment of antivirus companies, with Macintosh protection being less prioritized. Intego focused on Macintosh security from the start, offering Intego Mac Internet Security, which includes a firewall that manages network permissions and defends against external attacks. Intego has been effective against Mac malware, achieving a 99.1% malware detection score in independent lab tests, although it lacks phishing protection, a feature offered by competitors Norton 360 Deluxe and Bitdefender Antivirus Plus. Intego's pricing is competitive, with a standard annual fee of .99 for a single license and .99 for three licenses. A five-device subscription costs .99, while the Mac Premium Bundle starts at .99 annually and includes additional features. A 14-day free trial is available, and free alternatives like Avast and AVG are also on the market. Intego supports older macOS versions back to Mavericks (10.9), but the latest version requires High Sierra (10.13) or later. The installation process for Intego is straightforward, requiring a restart and granting necessary permissions. The main interface includes components for updates, firewall, and antivirus, with user-friendly access to scanning options. Intego has received certification from AV-Comparatives and detected 100% of Windows malware samples in tests. Its quick scan takes about two and a half minutes, while a full system scan takes seven minutes. Intego's Safe Browsing feature checks existing browser protections but lacks a dedicated antiphishing solution. The NetBarrier firewall allows users to classify their network and manage traffic permissions effectively, although it may be complex for some users.

AppWizard

April 29, 2025

Minecraft Movie Gets Sing-along ‘Block Party Edition’ Screenings

Warner Bros. is launching Block Party Edition screenings for A Minecraft Movie starting May 2, allowing audiences to interact by singing along and shouting lines, similar to The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Despite mixed reviews, the film has grossed 6 million, performing well in a declining box office environment. However, the interactive screenings have led to challenges, including unruly crowds and incidents requiring police intervention. Despite these issues, the film's success has positively impacted cinema operators, particularly in a year where other films have struggled.

AppWizard

April 23, 2025

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Stays on Top as ‘Sinners’ and ‘The Penguin Lessons’ Lead Strong Easter Debuts at U.K. and Ireland Box Office

Warner Bros.’ “A Minecraft Movie” grossed £5.3 million over the Easter weekend in the U.K. and Ireland, accumulating a total of £15.2 million. “Sinners” debuted in second place with £3.2 million, while “The Penguin Lessons” opened in third with £2.4 million. “The Amateur” maintained fourth place with £1.2 million, bringing its two-week total to £2.2 million. A24’s “Warfare” debuted in fifth place with £7,470, and Disney’s “Snow White” added £4,461 to its total. Universal’s “Six The Musical” landed in seventh place with £3,106, raising its total to £1.7 million after three weeks. The thriller “Drop” slipped to eighth, contributing £0,326 to its total of £1.2 million. “The King Of Kings” earned £4,967 in its second weekend, totaling £1.3 million. “Kesari Chapter 2” debuted with £4,002. Upcoming releases include “Escape From Extinction: Rewilding” on April 22, “Macbeth: David Tennant and Cush Jumbo” on April 23, and several others on April 25, including “Pink Floyd at Pompeii – MCMLXXII” and “The Ugly Stepsister.” Reissues include “Miss Congeniality” and “Pride & Prejudice.”

AppWizard

April 22, 2025

Samsung’s weather app in One UI 8 is getting a dramatic makeover

Samsung is redesigning its Weather app in the upcoming One UI 8, introducing immersive, full-screen animations that illustrate real-time weather conditions. The app will feature animated scenes with characters interacting with the environment, such as tiny figures using umbrellas during rain and sunlight breaking through clouds on sunny days. Other weather phenomena like snow and wind will also be animated. The app allows for seamless transitions as weather conditions change. The updated Weather app is currently available for download via an APK for compatible devices.

AppWizard

April 14, 2025

“Video games franchises are now ripe for the picking” – why A Minecraft Movie could lead to games taking over Hollywood

A Minecraft Movie was projected to generate between million and million during its opening weekend in the United States but instead earned million and surpassed the 0 million mark globally by its second weekend. The film's success is attributed to its built-in audience, the popularity of Minecraft with over 300 million copies sold, and a star-studded cast including Jack Black and Jason Momoa. It was released in April 2025, strategically timed for spring break with no significant competition. The film's open-ended narrative appealed to both fans and newcomers, despite mixed reviews from critics. The success of video game adaptations, including the Mario movie, indicates a shift in how studios approach this genre, although experts caution that not all adaptations will succeed and emphasize the importance of respecting the source material.

AppWizard

April 14, 2025

A Minecraft Movie soars $551M globally as Snow White further drops

A Minecraft Movie has achieved nearly 1 million in global box office earnings and is projected to earn approximately 0.6 million domestically in its second week. The film has screenings in 4,289 theaters in the U.S. and is expected to generate a total of 0.3 million over its first two weekends. It has received mixed reviews, with a score of 45% on Rotten Tomatoes and a 6/10 rating on IMDb. Disney's live-action Snow White has dropped to number eight in the box office, projected to earn only 0.8 million domestically this weekend, after initially opening with 0.2 million and experiencing a 66% drop in its second weekend. It has grossed around 0.9 million domestically against a production budget of approximately 200 million. The King Of Kings, an animated biblical film, has secured the second spot with a domestic earning of 0.05 million and an A+ CinemaScore. The action spy film The Amateur debuted in third place, bringing in 4 million, while the thriller Warfare earned 3.3 million. Other notable releases include Drop, which opened with 1.5 million, and The Chosen: Last Supper Part 3, which made 0.8 million in its opening week.

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Malay Mail’s Top 10 Picks: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ tops local box office, ends ‘Ne Zha 2’s’ weeks-long reign

Kuala Lumpur's entertainment industry is seeing an increase in video game adaptations, with the Minecraft Movie recently becoming the ninth-highest-grossing video game adaptation and taking the top spot at the local box office, ending Ne Zha 2's reign. Current top films in local cinemas include A Minecraft Movie, Ne Zha 2, and Pabrik Gula, among others. On streaming platforms, Netflix's top shows include Weak Hero: Class 1 and Karma: Season 1, while Viu features Bidaah and Undercover High School. Spotify's top songs for the week include tracks by JENNIE and Billie Eilish, and the top Malay songs feature Ara Johari and Nadeera. The latest bestsellers in fiction include Lyrics & You by Nuruljannah Usop and A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara, while non-fiction bestsellers include Atomic Habits by James Clear and Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson.