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June 18, 2025

Google’s compact look for Gemini Live isn’t even out, and it’s already getting better (APK teardown)

Google has released updates in its latest Android app, including a redesign of the Gemini overlay and potential promotional offers for Samsung's Galaxy Flip 7 and Fold 7 featuring Google AI. An APK teardown revealed layout changes, such as a reorganization of the app's interface, with the Labs shortcut moving to the right and the "Google" name replaced by a compact "G" logo. The Gemini Live feature has been refined with a new overlay design for easier access to controls. Additionally, the app is testing a feature that suggests search queries in AI Mode, clearly labeling these suggestions.

AppWizard

May 12, 2025

6 PC gaming myths that sound right (but aren’t)

- Maxing out graphics settings to "Ultra" can lead to performance drops without significant visual improvements; "Very High" or "High" settings often provide a better balance of visuals and performance. - The effectiveness of ray tracing in games varies based on implementation; some games showcase its benefits while others do not. - Photorealism in graphics does not necessarily equate to immersion; true immersion relies on art style, narrative, gameplay, and performance. - Modern upscaling technologies like DLSS and FSR have improved to the point where the difference between upscaled and native resolution is often imperceptible to most gamers. - Frame generation can create visual artifacts and latency issues, particularly for budget GPUs, making it less effective at low framerates. - Recent advancements in GPUs have made high-quality gaming more accessible, challenging the belief that only high-end GPUs are needed for top-tier gaming experiences.

AppWizard

March 23, 2025

When is Vibrant Visuals Coming to Minecraft? Release Date Tracker

Mojang has announced the Vibrant Visuals update for Minecraft, which will enhance the game's visual elements such as reflections, sunlight, water, and draw distances. The update is expected to significantly change the game's appearance while preserving its core essence. The release date is currently unconfirmed, but players on select devices in beta programs can experience it early. Key features of the update include improved shadows, volumetric fog, directional lighting, infinite clouds, thousands of crafted elements, accurate light rays, enhanced glow effects, and more realistic water visuals. The update will follow the upcoming Minecraft Spring to Life update, and players can also expect a new dried ghast that evolves into a happy ghast.

AppWizard

March 23, 2025

Minecraft Is Getting A Graphics Upgrade

Mojang has announced a significant visual enhancement for Minecraft called Vibrant Visuals, set to be revealed during the 'Minecraft Live' broadcast in March 2025. This upgrade introduces graphical improvements such as volumetric lighting, dynamic shadows, and enhanced glow for mobs and items. The visual upgrade will initially be available on the Bedrock Edition, with player testing starting soon. Mojang aims to make the graphics revamp accessible across various platforms.

AppWizard

March 22, 2025

I kept track of everything announced during the latest Minecraft Live so you don’t have to

Mojang Studios recently concluded its Minecraft Live event, revealing a roadmap for upcoming content, including a significant visual upgrade called "Vibrant Visuals," which will enhance graphics without changing gameplay mechanics. The first update, "Spring to Life," is set for release on March 25, 2025, introducing new wolf personalities, regional mob variants, and a refreshed Overworld with new ambient features. A second update will introduce two new Ghast variants: the Ghastling and the Happy Ghast, along with a Ghast Harness. Additionally, a live-action Minecraft movie featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa is scheduled for release on April 4, 2025, with exclusive footage shared during the event. From March 25 to April 7, players can participate in mini-games to earn an exclusive cosmetic cape.

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March 22, 2025

Everything Revealed During The Minecraft Live 2025 Event

Mojang's Minecraft Live event announced new content for 2025, including two major updates. The first update, titled Spring to Life, will launch on March 25 and introduce new mob variants, ambient sounds, new flora, and gameplay enhancements. Players will find warm and cold variants of pigs, cows, and chickens, sheep that adapt their colors to their environment, wolves with distinct personalities, and new crafting opportunities with wildflowers and cactus flowers. The second content drop will allow players to revive dried ghasts to unlock a flying mount called a ghastling, which grows into a happy ghast. Additionally, the Minecraft: Bedrock Edition will receive a visual enhancement called Vibrant Visuals, improving lighting and fog effects. Future plans include expanding these enhancements to Minecraft: Java Edition. The event also featured a clip from A Minecraft Movie, announced by actress Emma Myers, along with a multiplayer event where players can earn a Yearn cape by completing challenges.

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September 17, 2024

GTA V PC Finally Gets Anti-Cheat, Might Be About to Get Ray Tracing Too

The PC version of Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V) received an update that introduces the third-party anti-cheat system, BattlEye. This update aims to address cheating concerns in GTA Online. A metadata file suggests that Rockstar may be working on porting next-generation updates from consoles to the PC version, potentially allowing PC gamers to experience enhanced visuals. Currently, players can participate in the 'Executive Bonuses' event, which includes opportunities for in-game earnings, such as double rewards for completing Special Cargo Sales and a reward for selling a certain amount of Special Cargo. Rockstar continues to support GTA Online with regular updates while focusing on the upcoming GTA VI, expected to launch in Fall 2025.

AppWizard

August 14, 2024

5 Must-Try Mods for Minecraft: Optifine Alternatives That Shine – PUNE.NEWS

Optifine is a popular mod in the Minecraft community for enhancing graphics and performance, but recent instability and delays in the release of Optifine 1.21 have led players to seek alternatives. 1. Sodium is an optimization mod for Minecraft built on the Fabric mod loader that boosts frames per second (FPS) and resolves graphical glitches. It works well with other mods, particularly Lithium. 2. Iris Shaders is an alternative for players who want shader support and requires Sodium to function. It supports various Optifine shader packs and enhances both performance and visuals when paired with Sodium. 3. Lithium is a Fabric mod that improves game physics, mob AI, block ticking, and world generation, resulting in increased game speed and frame rate. It is compatible with Sodium and Phosphor. 4. Fabulously Optimized is a modpack that includes Sodium, Lithium, and other optimization mods, aiming to enhance game speed while replicating features of Optifine, such as shaders and zoom functionality. 5. Simply Optimized is a modpack containing 18 mods, including Sodium and Lithium, focused on performance improvements without additional visual enhancements. It is regularly updated for compatibility with new game versions.

AppWizard

August 12, 2024

How to Run Shaders Using Fabric in Minecraft

Players can enhance their Minecraft 1.21 experience with shaders using Fabric by following these steps: 1. Gather essential components: Fabric, Sodium, and Iris. 2. Download the Fabric installer from the official Fabric download page and run it. 3. Install the Fabric API mod for a seamless experience. 4. Download Sodium and Iris from their respective pages or follow guides for installation. 5. Drag and drop the downloaded mod files into the mods folder in the main Minecraft directory. To download and install shader packs: 1. Visit the CurseForge website and search for a shader pack compatible with Iris. 2. Download the latest file that matches your game version. 3. Open the main Minecraft folder by entering %appdata%/.minecraft in the Run app on Windows. 4. Locate and open the shaderpacks folder, then drag and drop the downloaded shader pack file into this folder. To use shaders in Minecraft: 1. Launch the Minecraft Launcher and select Fabric Loader as the game version. 2. Enter an existing world or create a new one, then pause the game. 3. Navigate to Options > Video Settings > Shader Pack tab. 4. Select the desired shader pack and click Apply. Players can switch or disable shaders through the same menu. OptiFine is not compatible with Fabric, but the OptiFabric mod can provide similar functionalities.

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July 31, 2024

The Twitch mobile app has a fresh new design

Twitch is launching a refreshed design for its mobile app to enhance user engagement. The new design features a home tab that serves as the primary landing page, showcasing live streams and clips, and includes a follow drawer and stories. The browse and search tabs have been merged into a single browse tab to simplify navigation, while the activity tab consolidates notifications and whispers. A new plus button has been added to the navigation bar for quick access to going live, posting stories, and navigating to the dashboard. Users are encouraged to check for updates as the new interface rolls out.