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Winsage

March 29, 2026

Windows 11’s push for mandatory Microsoft accounts is hitting a nerve with users who say the change complicates setup, privacy, and basic PC ownership

Microsoft is addressing performance, reliability, and user experience issues in Windows 11, following criticism over features like the intrusive Copilot, advertisements, inconsistent updates, and sluggishness. The recent Windows 11 version 22H2 update requires Home and Pro users to sign in with a Microsoft account, which has faced backlash. Scott Hanselman, Microsoft’s Vice President, hinted at the possibility of removing this requirement. A poll conducted by Windows Central revealed that 55% of respondents prefer a local account option, 35% want both account options available, while only 7% would continue using a Microsoft account if a local option were offered, and 3% were indifferent to the requirement.

AppWizard

March 29, 2026

Street Fighter 6’s new DLC character is into incest, and somehow Capcom is making the whole thing even weirder

Alex, a character from Street Fighter 3: New Generation, returned as the latest DLC fighter for Street Fighter 6 on March 17, introducing a storyline involving an incestuous relationship with his second cousin and adoptive sister, Patricia. Capcom's director, Takayuki Nakayama, acknowledged the controversy on social media, stating that while character backstories remain unchanged, certain text passages will be revised for clarity. Despite efforts to clarify the relationship through a narrative titled A Toast Between Fathers, concerns about the portrayal of Alex and Patricia's bond as romantic have intensified among players. Capcom has faced scrutiny regarding the normalization of this relationship given their familial ties.

AppWizard

March 29, 2026

Owlcat says everything in its new Expanse RPG ‘will definitely 100 percent be human-made,’ but also that generative AI will be used for ‘vision coordination’ and ‘inspiration’

Owlcat's PR manager, Katharina Popp, clarified that generative AI is used in the development of The Expanse: Osiris Reborn only for prototyping and testing ideas, not for creating final game assets. Popp emphasized that all final content will be 100% human-made. This stance aligns with the studio's previous communications regarding AI's role in early concept generation. Other developers, like Pearl Abyss, have expressed similar views, stating that AI-generated art is intended only as prototype material. The gaming community's response has been mixed, with some expressing skepticism about the use of AI in creative processes.

AppWizard

March 28, 2026

Reawakened codes March 2026

Reawakened codes on Roblox offer a thrilling action-RPG experience set in the Solo Leveling universe and are currently in public playtest. Players may experience character wipes and can redeem codes to enhance gameplay, though these codes do not solve all challenges. The new Reawakened codes include: - WEHAVESOMUCHPLANNEDFORRELEASE: grants a class reset, progression path reset, and a stat reset. - KEKSUYASAIDSORRY: provides two trait rerolls, two hair rerolls, and last name rerolls. To redeem codes, players must launch Reawakened, complete the tutorial, click the gear icon, select the appropriate button in the settings window, input the code, and press Enter. Players must accurately time button prompts during the opening cutscene to avoid being ejected from the game, and skipping this segment is not possible. New codes are typically released on the game's official Discord server during updates or to celebrate social milestones.

AppWizard

March 28, 2026

Watch: A new world unlocked ⛏️ #indycar #racing #minecraft

Fans are encouraged to subscribe to the official INDYCAR YouTube channel for updates on the 2026 racing season, which includes a diverse lineup of races at various venues. The schedule features: - March 29: Barber Motorsports Park - April 19: Streets of Long Beach, California - May 9: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course - May 27: The 110th Indianapolis 500 - May 31: Streets of Detroit, Michigan - June 7: World Wide Technology Raceway - June 21: Road America - July 5: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course - July 19: Nashville Superspeedway - August 9: Portland International Raceway - August 16: Streets of Markham, Ontario, Canada - August 23: Streets of Washington, D.C. - August 29: Milwaukee Mile Race 1 - August 30: Milwaukee Mile Race 2 - September 6: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Every race will be broadcast live on FOX, the exclusive U.S. television home for INDYCAR. The Official INDYCAR App powered by NTT DATA is available for real-time updates. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES features notable drivers such as Alex Palou, Will Power, Scott Dixon, and Josef Newgarden.

AppWizard

March 28, 2026

Undeliverable? Why the Kremlin might be set to silence online messaging apps in Russia.

Residents of Moscow are experiencing GPS spoofing in downtown areas, leading many to use paper maps instead of digital navigators due to signal manipulation by security forces to counter Ukrainian drones. The Russian government is "throttling" popular messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram in favor of a domestically developed super-app named Max. This strategy aims to reshape online interactions in Russia and is part of broader efforts to control the digital landscape. Analysts suggest that this could lead to a near-total internet shutdown during emergencies, with a published "whitelist" of about 900 essential websites. The internet disruptions have particularly affected younger generations who rely heavily on social networks and online services. Russia's media regulator, Roskomnadzor, has blocked foreign platforms for non-compliance with data localization laws and is targeting messaging apps, making them largely unusable without VPNs. Telegram may face a complete shutdown on April 1. Despite the crackdown, state agencies continue to use Telegram for communication, while security services view these apps as potential threats.

BetaBeacon

March 28, 2026

The Best 13 Android Games You Must Play in 2026

- Monster Hunter Outlanders completed its first round of closed beta testing in 2025 and is one of the most anticipated new mobile games of 2026. - Genshin Impact remains at the top of the free-to-play mobile scene with continuous updates to the story and events. - Honkai: Star Rail is a turn-based RPG with high-end action game polish and style, now available on Android phones and PC. - Destiny: Rising adapts the excellent shooting skills and MMO-style growth system of the console version to the mobile platform. - Goose Goose Duck, a mobile game released in 2026, attracted 5 million players in its first month and offers unique gameplay with a large number of characters. - Among Us is a global sensation in social deduction gaming where players must uncover the impostor among them. - Spaceteam is a local multiplayer game designed for 2 to 8 players to play together by shouting out technical terms to keep the spaceship running. - Chrono Trigger and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night are classic RPGs now available on Android devices. - Gwent: The Witcher Card Game and Hearthstone are deeply strategic card games with rich deck-building options. - Marvel Snap is a fast-paced competition game with Marvel heroes and a three-minute gameplay duration. - Nizhan Future is a sci-fi shooting game developed specifically for mobile platforms with a season-based design and data interoperability between PC and mobile platforms.

BetaBeacon

March 27, 2026

Netflix Games Could Soon Get Voice Chat Integration

Code found in the Netflix Android app suggests that voice chat functionality tied to games may soon be introduced, with references to active voice chat status and prompts to return to gameplay. The feature could potentially compete with traditional gaming platforms and improve user engagement. The code also hints at a possible integration with Agora's cross-platform voice API for scalable and reliable voice chat. The implementation of voice chat raises questions about how it will be incorporated into Netflix's current catalog of casual and single-player titles, potentially signaling a shift towards more social or multiplayer experiences in the future. It is important to note that Netflix has not officially confirmed the development of this feature.

Winsage

March 27, 2026

Yes, your office admin can fully remove Microsoft’s Copilot app from your work PCs — if you follow this strict criteria for 28 days

In January, Microsoft released an update for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7535, allowing administrators to uninstall the Copilot app on managed devices. This update addresses previous criticism regarding the lack of a mass-uninstall feature for administrators. Individual users have been able to remove Copilot from personal devices, but the new feature enhances user experience for managed devices. Microsoft also plans to improve user sentiment by reintroducing a movable and resizable Taskbar, reducing the visibility of Copilot and AI features, allowing indefinite postponement of updates, and eliminating the mandatory Microsoft Account requirement during setup. CEO Satya Nadella acknowledged public skepticism towards AI and emphasized the need for technology to demonstrate its value. Despite limitations on completely uninstalling Copilot, there is a desire for better user control over these features.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

Android 17 adds ‘location button’ for apps and more private ‘Approximate’ algorithm

Android 17 has introduced updates to enhance location privacy, including a new "location button" in Beta 3 that allows users to access location services for one-time use without granting permanent or background access. This feature provides a streamlined user experience, enabling users to share their location only when necessary and eliminating repeated prompts for location-dependent features. Developers can customize the button's appearance while the location icon remains mandatory and non-customizable. Additionally, Android 17 Beta 3 includes an improved runtime permission dialog with distinct options for "Precise" and "Approximate" location access. A persistent blue dot in the status bar indicates when a non-system app accesses a user's location, and users can view notifications about which apps have recently accessed their location. The algorithm for approximate locations has also been improved to consider local population density, enhancing privacy in low-population areas.