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Minecraft is getting an animated series on Netflix

As part of their 15th anniversary celebrations, Mojang has reached a deal with Netflix to make an animated series based on Minecraft. With so many story lines, it'll be interesting to see which way they go.

By Erik Orejuela, May 30, 2024, 10:54 AM

Gaming Software

More than 3 years after release, CDPR finally ends work on Cyberpunk 2077 and moves on to other titles

A Cyberpunk sequel and a new Witcher game

By Rob Thubron, May 30, 2024, 5:19 AM 7 comments

Download of the Week Software

Ask away... Microsoft has added a Copilot chatbot to Telegram

Copilot for Telegram uses GPT and Bing to assist users. You can use Copilot on the Telegram desktop and mobile apps for free to ask questions, search, or chat with the AI bot. Sharing your phone number is a requirement though.

By Ivan Franco, May 28, 2024, 6:02 PM

Software The Web

Opera adds Google Gemini to its browser for image generation and voice features

Opera's Developer Edition has integrated Google Gemini into its Aria browser AI, enhancing image generation capabilities and adding voice output for reading text answers.

By Ivan Franco, May 28, 2024, 4:42 PM

Software Microsoft

Windows 11 LTSC 2024 for IoT devices includes very permissive hardware requirements

Secure Boot and TPM are optional

TL;DR: Traditional desktop and server editions of Windows 11 have surprisingly high system requirements, making it impossible to install newer versions of the OS on older PCs. However, Microsoft has released a more compact version of Windows for IoT devices, theoretically providing Windows enthusiasts with Enterprise licenses new modding opportunities.

Full story By Alfonso Maruccia, May 28, 2024, 1:43 PM 13 comments

Security Software

Elon Musk repeats claim that WhatsApp exports user data nightly, sparking online debate

A hot potato: Elon Musk is in the middle of a public fight with WhatsApp on his X platform, claiming that the messaging service sucks up user data daily and uses it for targeted advertising. WhatsApp boss Will Cathcart has responded by claiming this is untrue, leading to arguments from all sides.

Full story By Rob Thubron, May 28, 2024, 9:55 AM 9 comments

Microsoft Software

Windows 11's Recall feature can be enabled on PCs without an NPU

But the question is, do you really want to?

By Kishalaya Kundu, May 28, 2024, 9:01 AM

Security Software

Popular recording software used in courtrooms infected by password-stealing backdoor

No explanations about how the malware ended up in the software suite, yet

By Alfonso Maruccia, May 27, 2024, 12:21 PM

Software Tech Culture

Iconic 90s messenger ICQ logs off for good after nearly 30 years

"I Seek You" no more

By Zo Ahmed, May 25, 2024, 9:24 AM

Software Microsoft

IT admins can now delay Windows 11 feature updates

Business users can now delay updates or push them forward

By Daniel Sims, May 25, 2024, 8:36 AM 12 comments

Software Gaming

AMD Radeon Anti-Lag 2 debuts in Counter-Strike 2

Download the Adrenalin preview driver to test the new feature

By Daniel Sims, May 24, 2024, 6:15 AM

Software Microsoft

Windows 11 24H2 enters Release Preview channel, adding HDR backgrounds, Sudo, 7z, and more

The update will reach most users later in 2024

By Daniel Sims, May 23, 2024, 6:37 PM 12 comments

Industry Software

VMware price hike forces Australian company with 24,000 virtual machines to jump ship

Computershare was served a bill 10 to 15 times higher than previously agreed

By Alfonso Maruccia, May 23, 2024, 2:07 PM 21 comments

Security Software

US government funds $50M to develop hospital IT auto-patching technology

An ambitious IT plan to fight ransomware where it's most needed

By Alfonso Maruccia, May 23, 2024, 9:42 AM 7 comments

Tech Culture Software

'I Am Not a Typo' campaign fights autocorrect "bias" against names

A real ducking problem for some

By Rob Thubron, May 23, 2024, 6:55 AM 16 comments

Software Download of the Week

Windows PowerToys adds Advanced Paste with AI features

PowerToys now allows you to convert any copied text into various formats, such as plain text, markdown, or JSON. Additionally, you can enable an AI-powered paste feature, which requires an OpenAI API key.

By Ivan Franco, May 22, 2024, 5:36 PM

Software Download of the Week

Microsoft Edge beta introduces built-in RAM limiter feature

Similar to what Opera GX offers, Edge is introducing a new slider that allows you to set how much memory the browser is allowed to use. The latest release also includes Workspaces improvements and enhanced copy/paste features.

By Ivan Franco, May 22, 2024, 1:52 PM

Software The Web

Mozilla is adding vertical tabs, profile management, and local AI to Firefox

Giving Firefox users what they most want, according to Mozilla

By Alfonso Maruccia, May 22, 2024, 9:51 AM 15 comments

Microsoft Software

Windows 11 File Explorer adds version control, 7z, and TAR compression support

More productivity features from Microsoft this week

By Zo Ahmed, May 22, 2024, 7:38 AM

Software The Web

Microsoft Edge will use AI to translate and dub YouTube and other videos in real time

The tool will initially support English and Spanish translations of YouTube, LinkedIn, and Coursera videos

By Daniel Sims, May 21, 2024, 7:47 PM

Software Microsoft

Prism emulator will make x86 applications run faster on Arm-based Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft has a new translation layer designed to minimize compatibility issues

By Alfonso Maruccia, May 21, 2024, 12:38 PM 15 comments

Software Microsoft

Microsoft Recall AI will log everything you do on Windows

It will all be processed and stored on-device, thankfully

By Zo Ahmed, May 21, 2024, 10:24 AM 26 comments

Software Tech Culture

OpenAI removes Scarlett Johansson-like voice from ChatGPT after actress hires legal counsel

No coincidence that Sam Altman's favorite movie is Her

By Rob Thubron, May 21, 2024, 8:09 AM 12 comments

Software Download of the Week

HandBrake 1.8.0 adds FFV1 encoder support, TrueHD and FLAC audio

HandBrake has received a major update, featuring Dolby Vision dynamic metadata pass-through for SVT-AV1, support for VP9 tunes, and a new "Preservation FFV1" preset in the professional category.

By Ivan Franco, May 21, 2024, 6:44 AM

The Web Software

Fake OS update screens let procrastinators buy extra break time

Careful not to get yourself fired

By Shawn Knight, May 20, 2024, 1:46 PM 7 comments