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14 Aug 2024

Microsoft's Windows 11 Update to Standardize BitLocker Encryption

Microsoft's Windows 11 version 24H2 will make BitLocker device encryption standard for clean installations. The update lowers hardware requirements, enabling automatic encryption for more devices, including Home versions. Available by late September, it enhances security with modern processor and TPM requirements.

14 Aug 2024

MyRealGames Reveals Top 3 PC Games of Summer Based on Player Ratings

MyRealGames has revealed the top three PC games of summer based on player ratings: 8 Ball Frenzy, Real Mahjong, and Amazon Adventure. The company also plans to launch new online browser games, including Bike Stunt Racing Legend, Solitaire Crime Stories, and State Wars, later this year.

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases Patch Tuesday Updates, Retires Problematic WinRE Fixes

Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday updates include several for Windows 10 and 11, addressing issues like the BitLocker Secure Boot bypass vulnerability. Problematic updates KB5034441 and KB5034440 were retired due to installation errors. New support documents provide guidance on required recovery partition space.

14 Aug 2024

Gemini Launches Privacy-Focused AI Tool for Personalized Assistance

Gemini, a privacy-focused tool, integrates personal data with Google’s knowledge for tailored assistance while ensuring security. Gemini Nano, a multimodal AI model, operates on Android devices, keeping data on the phone. It supports 45 languages and enhances multitasking on devices like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6.

14 Aug 2024

Choosing the Right Antivirus Software: Key Factors and Top Picks

Selecting the right antivirus software is crucial due to evolving cyber threats. Free solutions offer basic protection, while paid options provide real-time monitoring. Top choices include TotalAV, Bitdefender, Norton 360, and Malwarebytes, each with unique strengths and weaknesses.

14 Aug 2024

Fanatical Launches Customizable Warhammer 40,000 Battles Bundle

Fanatical's Build Your Own Battles: Warhammer 40,000 Battles bundle offers turn-based strategy PC games starting at $0.50 per game. Key titles include Warhammer 40,000: Gladius, Sanctus Reach, Armageddon, and Battlesector. Prices decrease with more selections. Space Marine 2 releases on September 9.

14 Aug 2024

Cult of the Lamb Sales Surge with Unholy Alliance Update and New Content

Cult of the Lamb's Unholy Alliance update has driven a sales surge, ranking it 4th in the US and 6th globally on Steam. The update adds a new companion, the Goat, and the Pilgrim Pack with quests and decorations. The game is on sale for .49, its lowest price since release, with player counts peaking.

14 Aug 2024

Google Enhances Pixel 9 with New Audio Search Feature for Circle to Search

Google is enhancing the Pixel 9 series with an "Audio Search" feature for Circle to Search. Users can initiate music searches by tapping an icon, allowing the app to listen to music or accept humming and singing for queries. The feature will support services like Spotify and include split-screen functionality.

14 Aug 2024

Game Science Releases Free Benchmark Tool for Black Myth: Wukong Evaluation

Game Science has launched a free benchmark tool for PC gamers to test their systems for Black Myth: Wukong. The tool helps preview game visuals and performance, aiding developers in optimization. The game, set for release on August 19 for PC and PS5, has delayed its Xbox Series X|S version.

14 Aug 2024

Natsu-Mon Adventure Game Set for August 2024 Release by Spike Chunsoft

Toybox/Millennium Kitchen's Natsu-Mon, an open-world adventure game set in a 1999 Japanese town, releases on August 6, 2024, for $49.99/£39.99. Published by Spike Chunsoft, it features a young boy named Satoru and offers various activities over 31 days. The game includes a DLC, Broadcast Over Sunset.

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Introduces Ads in Windows 11; Free Tools Offer Removal Solutions

Microsoft is integrating ads into Windows 11, including self-promotional content and persistent pop-ups. While users can disable many ads through settings, Ashampoo Windows 11 AdBlock offers a free, simpler solution to remove unwanted ads without altering the registry. Alternatives like OFGB and Winpilot Adblock are also available.

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Pauses Copilot Features to Address Security Vulnerabilities

Michael Bargury, ex-Microsoft security architect, revealed vulnerabilities in Microsoft 365 Copilot at Black Hat USA 2024. Microsoft has paused new features to focus on security, with CEO Satya Nadella prioritizing improvements. Security deliverables are now part of executive compensation packages.

14 Aug 2024

Gemini App Enhances Speed and Quality with New 1.5 Flash Update

The Gemini app, launched less than a year ago, helps users manage tasks like updating shopping lists and drafting emails. To enhance performance, Gemini 1.5 Flash has been introduced, promising faster speeds and better integration with Google Home, Phone, and Messages.

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases KB5041580 Update for Windows 10 with Key Fixes

Microsoft has released the KB5041580 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and 21H2, addressing BitLocker issues and implementing security updates to fix 142 vulnerabilities. The update is mandatory and can be installed via Windows Update settings or manually from the Microsoft Update Catalog.

14 Aug 2024

Bandai Namco Expands Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Roster with 16 New Characters

Bandai Namco has released a new trailer for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, highlighting characters from the Android saga. The game adds 16 new characters, including Trunks (Sword), Super Saiyan, Mecha Frieza, and King Cold, offering a diverse selection for players.

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Resolves Defender XDR and Printing Issues in Latest Windows Update

Microsoft resolved issues affecting Microsoft 365 Defender and LPD printing jobs after the July 2024 Windows Server updates. The disruptions, impacting Windows Server 2022, 2019, and 2016, were addressed with updates released on August 13, 2024. Users are advised to install the latest updates.

14 Aug 2024

Microsoft Patches SmartScreen Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2024-38213

Microsoft patched a security bypass vulnerability (CVE-2024-38213) in June 2024, addressing a flaw that allowed attackers to circumvent SmartScreen protection. The issue was actively exploited by threat actors, leading to the deployment of malicious software. The advisory was initially omitted from updates.

13 Aug 2024

Google Launches Pixel Screenshots on Pixel 9 Series with On-Device AI

Google has launched Pixel Screenshots on the Pixel 9 series, utilizing on-device AI to analyze and organize screenshots into a personal archive. Powered by the Tensor G4 chip, it prioritizes user privacy. Users can query Gemini, Google’s AI assistant, for information, receiving relevant screenshots as context.

13 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases Patch Tuesday Updates for Windows 11 Versions 23H2, 22H2, 21H2

Microsoft has released Patch Tuesday updates for Windows 11 versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2. The updates, identified as KB5041585 and KB5041592, address security vulnerabilities and improve features like BitLocker and Secure Boot. End of service for Home and Pro editions of 22H2 is October 8, 2024.

13 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases KB5041585 Update for Windows 11 23H2, Enhances Security

Microsoft has released the KB5041585 update for Windows 11 23H2, addressing security vulnerabilities and enhancing user experience. Users can install it via Windows Update or the Microsoft Update Catalog. Windows 11 22H2 will reach end of service on October 8, 2024, urging users to upgrade.

13 Aug 2024

Microsoft Releases KB5041571 Update for Windows 11 24H2 with Key Fixes

Microsoft has released KB5041571 for Windows 11 24H2 users with Copilot+ PCs, updating systems to Build 26100.1457. This update addresses security issues, removes certain features, and enhances DNS server security. A servicing stack update (KB5041575) is also available to improve the installation process.

13 Aug 2024

Qingyi Build in Zenless Zone Zero: Enhancing Stun and Team Support

Tech company Qingyi has introduced a new build in Zenless Zone Zero, focusing on stunning enemies and supporting team combat. The build enhances her electric attacks and energy regeneration. Players can promote Qingyi using specific in-game resources, boosting her impact and team utility.

13 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Benchmark Tool Draws 60,000 Players on Steam

Black Myth: Wukong, ranked 18th on the Steam wishlist, released a free benchmarking tool attracting over 60,000 players. The tool helps optimize game settings and supports various upscaling technologies. The game launches on August 20, 2024, requiring 130 GB SSD storage and specific system requirements.

13 Aug 2024

Alien: Romulus Director Inspired by Alien: Isolation's Fear Mechanisms

Fede Álvarez, director of Alien: Romulus, draws inspiration from the fear-inducing save mechanism in 2014's Alien: Isolation. His film will feature young colonists facing horrors in a derelict space station, including Emergency Phones that signal danger. A sequel to Isolation is unlikely due to Sega's focus on Total War.

13 Aug 2024

Secure Messaging App Session Enhances User Privacy with Unique Account IDs

Session, a secure messaging app, enhances user privacy with end-to-end encryption and minimal metadata. Users create accounts linked to unique Account IDs, avoiding traditional identifiers. The app offers two notification modes and QR code account connections, ensuring minimal personal information exposure.

13 Aug 2024

Roskomnadzor Restricts Signal App Amid Broader Communication Controls

Roskomnadzor has restricted the Signal messaging app for non-compliance with Russian laws. This move follows a trend of increased control over communication since President Putin's military actions in Ukraine. Previous blocks include Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, impacting businesses and individuals.

13 Aug 2024

Tech Giants Eye "Everything App" Amid Regulatory Challenges in the U.S.

The founder of a mobile advertising startup, acquired by Blackstone in 2019, highlights the evolution of integrated applications like China's WeChat. Despite interest from tech giants, regulatory challenges hinder the development of similar all-in-one apps in the U.S., impacting potential revenue opportunities.

13 Aug 2024

Branch Terminates Entire Nova Launcher Team, Founder Kevin Barry Remains

Branch, the parent company of Nova Launcher, has terminated its entire team, leaving Kevin Barry, the app's founder, as the sole remaining employee. This significant downsizing raises questions about the future of the popular Android launcher.

13 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Pre-Orders Surge, Climbs to No. 2 on Steam Chart

Pre-orders for Black Myth: Wukong surged, placing it second on Steam's Top Ten for the week ending August 13th. Counter-Strike 2 led, while PUBG: Battlegrounds secured third. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 climbed to ninth. Apex Legends re-entered at eighth due to a new season.

13 Aug 2024

Borderlands Film Opens with .5M, Covers 14.3% of Production Costs

The Borderlands film debuted with .5 million in ticket sales, .8 million domestically and .7 million internationally. With a 0 million production budget and million for marketing, sales covered only 14.3% of costs. International pre-sales offset 60% of production expenses. The film has a three percent Rotten Tomatoes rating.

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Apps & Games news for all platforms Page 264

Microsoft's Windows 11 Update to Standardize BitLocker Encryption

MyRealGames Reveals Top 3 PC Games of Summer Based on Player Ratings

Microsoft Releases Patch Tuesday Updates, Retires Problematic WinRE Fixes

Gemini Launches Privacy-Focused AI Tool for Personalized Assistance

Choosing the Right Antivirus Software: Key Factors and Top Picks

Fanatical Launches Customizable Warhammer 40,000 Battles Bundle

Cult of the Lamb Sales Surge with Unholy Alliance Update and New Content

Google Enhances Pixel 9 with New Audio Search Feature for Circle to Search

Game Science Releases Free Benchmark Tool for Black Myth: Wukong Evaluation

Natsu-Mon Adventure Game Set for August 2024 Release by Spike Chunsoft

Microsoft Introduces Ads in Windows 11; Free Tools Offer Removal Solutions

Microsoft Pauses Copilot Features to Address Security Vulnerabilities

Gemini App Enhances Speed and Quality with New 1.5 Flash Update

Microsoft Releases KB5041580 Update for Windows 10 with Key Fixes

Bandai Namco Expands Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Roster with 16 New Characters

Microsoft Resolves Defender XDR and Printing Issues in Latest Windows Update

Microsoft Patches SmartScreen Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2024-38213

Google Launches Pixel Screenshots on Pixel 9 Series with On-Device AI

Microsoft Releases Patch Tuesday Updates for Windows 11 Versions 23H2, 22H2, 21H2

Microsoft Releases KB5041585 Update for Windows 11 23H2, Enhances Security

Microsoft Releases KB5041571 Update for Windows 11 24H2 with Key Fixes

Qingyi Build in Zenless Zone Zero: Enhancing Stun and Team Support

Black Myth: Wukong Benchmark Tool Draws 60,000 Players on Steam

Alien: Romulus Director Inspired by Alien: Isolation's Fear Mechanisms

Secure Messaging App Session Enhances User Privacy with Unique Account IDs

Roskomnadzor Restricts Signal App Amid Broader Communication Controls

Tech Giants Eye "Everything App" Amid Regulatory Challenges in the U.S.

Branch Terminates Entire Nova Launcher Team, Founder Kevin Barry Remains

Black Myth: Wukong Pre-Orders Surge, Climbs to No. 2 on Steam Chart

Borderlands Film Opens with .5M, Covers 14.3% of Production Costs

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