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Winsage

April 13, 2026

Copilot is gone from Windows 11, but here’s why this isn’t the win it sounds like

Major tech companies, including Microsoft, are integrating artificial intelligence into their products. Microsoft has embedded its AI tool, Copilot, into various applications but is now retracting it from some, including Notepad, due to user backlash. Users have expressed dissatisfaction with Copilot's integration, leading to a petition against its use in basic applications. In response, Microsoft plans to reduce unnecessary Copilot integrations while maintaining some AI functionalities through a new Writing Tools menu. Users can also disable AI features in applications like Notepad by adjusting settings.

AppWizard

April 11, 2026

Roblox Plus is replacing the current Premium subscription, and it sounds like a big upgrade

Roblox will retire its Premium subscription model and introduce a new subscription called Roblox Plus, effective April 30. Existing Premium subscribers can keep their plan but will lose certain benefits, such as bonus Robux. Roblox Plus will offer a fixed monthly rate of .99, a 10% discount on in-game purchases (increasing to 20% after three consecutive months), and access to free unlimited private servers. Creators can earn 100 Robux for each Plus user spending time in their private servers and receive a bonus of 250 Robux for each new subscriber they bring in. Users will be able to trade and resell avatar items and transfer Robux, with parental approval required for users under 18. Optional extras for bundling subscriptions with additional Robux will be introduced after launch, but the 10% bonus on additional Robux purchases will be eliminated.

AppWizard

April 9, 2026

Minecraft 26.2 Snapshot 1

- The upcoming release is titled "Chaos Cubed." - Players can explore the Overworld and sulfur caves, seeking sulfur springs and new resources. - A new mob called the Sulfur Cube has been introduced, which absorbs blocks and can be interacted with using Shears. - The Sulfur Cube can detect nearby block items and will follow players holding absorbable blocks. - Upon defeat, the Sulfur Cube splits into two smaller versions, which can be fed to grow larger. - New Cinnabar and Sulfur block sets have been added, including various variants like Polished and Bricks. - The sulfur caves biome has been added, featuring sulfur pools and the Sulfur Cube mob. - Potent Sulfur is a new block that produces nausea-inducing gas when placed under water. - Sulfur Springs generate naturally above the sulfur cave biome in various sizes. - Vulkan support has been added for improved visual experience, with a new "Graphics API" option in Video Settings. - Players can toggle between OpenGL and Vulkan, with Vulkan being the default if supported. - New attributes related to bounciness and friction have been introduced for entities. - New sounds and textures for Sulfur, Potent Sulfur, Cinnabar, and the Sulfur Cube have been added. - Various bugs have been fixed to improve gameplay stability.

Winsage

April 8, 2026

I might have a reason to press my Copilot key as this absurd Windows 11 app adds some comic relief: “I can’t stop laughing”

Microsoft has announced plans for new Windows PCs that will include a dedicated Copilot key, marking a significant change to the Windows keyboard in 30 years. The option to remap this key in Windows 11 has been temporarily suspended to prevent bugs. The developer community has created a utility called NoCopilotKey to revert the key to its original function as the right-side CTRL key. Additionally, an app called TypeFart produces humorous sounds with keystrokes but does not allow users to assign unique sounds to specific keys. Microsoft has clarified that outdated language in Copilot's terms of use, which suggested it was for entertainment purposes only, will be updated to reflect its current capabilities. The company is also working on improvements for Windows 11, including the return of the movable Taskbar and better integration of Copilot.

AppWizard

April 7, 2026

There’s a brilliant fingerprint hack hiding on your Samsung phone — here’s how to use it

Samsung's Good Lock app allows users to personalize their devices, including a feature that enables different fingerprints to launch specific applications. Users can register multiple fingerprints and assign unique actions to each, such as opening Instagram with a left thumb or the Notes app with a right index finger. To set this up, users must download the Good Lock app, register their fingerprints, and use the Routines+ plugin to create routines that define actions for each fingerprint. This feature enhances convenience and productivity by providing quick access to frequently used apps and tasks.

AppWizard

April 5, 2026

Realistic FPS Gray Zone Warfare bounces back as a transformative, community-led update boosts players by 1000%

The recent update to Gray Zone Warfare, named Spearhead, has generated significant enthusiasm for the tactical first-person shooter developed by Madfinger Games. The update includes a dedicated onboarding zone for newcomers, a comprehensive 110-page Field Manual, and an expansion of the island of Lamang with over 25 new locations and diverse biomes. The game features a restructured terrain and vegetation for enhanced player strategy, reorganized computer-controlled adversaries into seven factions, and a revamped progression system with over 250 replayable tasks. Spearhead introduces eight new weapons, over 380 weapon parts, and more than 150 gear pieces, along with a revamped vendor system and extensive changes to the loot system, doubling the number of distinct loot items. An animation overhaul has improved movement fluidity, and new sprinting options have been added. Audio quality has been enhanced with natural sounds and new enemy voiceovers. The health system has been refined for better combat clarity, and updates to the HUD and tactical map have improved user experience. Player engagement has surged, with active user counts increasing to over 40,000 and a total player count of 160,000. The game is currently available on Steam at a promotional price of £23.44 / .79. Future updates and an updated roadmap will be provided by Madfinger Games.

AppWizard

April 4, 2026

New Psychological Horror Free PC Download is Weirdly Unsettling

A demo for the psychological horror game "There Are People In Your Walls" is available on Steam. The game focuses on paranoia and anxiety, where players take on the role of an apartment dweller disturbed by unsettling noises, suggesting the presence of individuals in the walls. Gameplay relies on auditory perception to detect threats, with players able to interact with the environment and use an axe to confront intruders. The game requires only 4 MB of RAM and a GTX 560 to run, but lacks controller support. The developer, badideasdigital, has not announced a release date for the full version.

AppWizard

April 4, 2026

This Nightdive-remastered 3DO shooter shows why it took Halo to break PC gaming’s FPS hegemony

In 1993, the 3DO Company released Escape from Monster Manor, a horror-themed FPS inspired by Wolfenstein 3D, which was overshadowed by the popularity of Doom. The 3DO Company later discovered a title in development called PO'ed. Nightdive Studios recently remastered PO'ed, making it available for PC gamers. The game features a chef protagonist on a spacecraft overrun by aliens, with a quirky arsenal including a frying pan and flamethrower. However, it suffers from uninspired environments, lack of in-game music, confusing level design, and imprecise controls. Despite its flaws, PO'ed is considered a notable artifact of early FPS gaming history.

AppWizard

April 3, 2026

Google Responds As 50 Apps With 2 Million Downloads Hit By Malware

Researchers at McAfee Labs discovered that 50 Android applications on the Google Play Store contain malware known as NoVoice, which can grant full remote access to infected smartphones. These apps have over 2.3 million downloads. The malware can communicate with remote servers, profile devices, and download tailored root exploits, potentially compromising specific hardware and software configurations. However, devices with an Android security patch level of May 2021 or later are not vulnerable to these exploits, as the vulnerabilities were patched by Android between 2016 and 2021. Google Play Protect removes these apps and blocks new installs, and users are advised to keep their devices updated with the latest security patches.

AppWizard

April 1, 2026

Spring Sale 2026

Over Mob features a variety of spring-themed mobs, each with unique abilities and variants, enhancing gameplay. Players can engage with five bosses and access over 40 pieces of equipment, weapons, and armor for customization. A Spring Sale is scheduled from March 31 at 10 am PST to April 6 at 10 am PST, providing players an opportunity to enhance their experience. The game requires Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. The Spring Sale is valid from March 31 to April 6, 2026.