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20 Aug 2024

NVIDIA Showcases Advanced Digital Human Tech at Computex 2024

At Computex 2024, NVIDIA showcased its latest digital human technology through the Covert Protocol demo, in collaboration with Inworld AI. This tech creates lifelike in-game characters with unique personalities, enhancing player interaction. An in-game version will debut at Gamescom 2024.

20 Aug 2024

Nvidia Unveils Over 20 RTX and DLSS Enhanced Games at Gamescom 2024

Nvidia revealed over 20 upcoming PC games featuring RTX and DLSS technologies at Gamescom 2024. Highlights include Black Myth: Wukong with DLSS 3 and full ray tracing. A promotion offers Star Wars Outlaws with new GeForce RTX Series 40 purchases.

20 Aug 2024

MyPal68 Browser Offers Windows XP Users Modern Browsing Experience

MyPal68, an open-source web browser for Windows XP users, is built on Firefox 68 and derived from Pale Moon. It supports various extensions and uses Brave as its default search engine. While some websites may not function optimally, MyPal68 allows access to platforms like YouTube without issues.

20 Aug 2024

Troubleshooting Windows PC Failures: Steps for Hardware and Software Issues

Microsoft has released new troubleshooting steps for Windows PCs that fail to load. Users are advised to power cycle, access the Windows Recovery Environment, or use the three-boot method. Additional options include restarting the video driver, entering Safe Mode, and checking BIOS/UEFI settings.

20 Aug 2024

Reliance Jio Expands JioTV+ App to Android, Apple, and Amazon Fire OS TVs

Reliance Jio has launched the JioTV+ app for Android, Apple, and Amazon Fire OS TVs, expanding its reach beyond the Jio set-top box. The app offers over 800 digital TV channels and content from 13 OTT platforms, available to Jio Fiber and Jio Air Fiber subscribers on specific eligible plans.

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Hits 1.4 Million Concurrent Players on Steam Debut

Black Myth: Wukong debuted on Steam with 1.4 million concurrent players, peaking at 1,443,570 users shortly after its launch on August 20th. It now holds the highest concurrent user figure on Steam and ranks fourth in peak player figures ever recorded. Pre-orders topped Steam charts last week.

20 Aug 2024

Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI on PC September 17th

Square Enix announces Final Fantasy XVI's PC release on September 17th, over a year after its PlayStation 5 debut. The company is shifting away from timed exclusives, aiming for simultaneous multiplatform releases to reach a broader audience and maintain interest among PC gamers.

20 Aug 2024

NVIDIA Expands GeForce NOW with New Games and Enhanced Features

NVIDIA is upgrading its GeForce NOW platform with three new PC games: Black Myth: Wukong, Star Wars Outlaws, and Final Fantasy XVI. The platform offers a library of 2,000 games and supports up to 4K resolution. New features include Xbox Automatic Sign-On and Game Sync for easier game access.

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Offers Deep Customization and Strategic Combat

Black Myth: Wukong players can accumulate Focus Points through various combat actions to unleash powerful strikes. Defeating Guangzhi grants the first Transformation spell, Red Tides. Meditation spots and enemy defeats yield sparks for new abilities. Will is a currency obtained through combat and other actions.

20 Aug 2024

Notta Launches Advanced Audio Transcription and Summarization App

Notta, an audio transcription and summarization app, offers accurate transcriptions, concise summaries, and action item breakout. Similar to Pixel 9’s Call Notes, it works on any Android phone. Its user-friendly interface and robust features cater to professionals and everyday users alike.

20 Aug 2024

Google May Remove Search Button in Android App Redesign

Google is considering removing the search button at the bottom of its Android app due to low user engagement. This potential change coincides with the new Search tab for the Play Store and is currently limited to Android app version 15.32.37.28.arm64. Final inclusion remains uncertain.

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Leads Steam Top Ten Pre-Launch Sales Chart

Pre-orders for Black Myth: Wukong topped the Steam charts, making it the highest-grossing title ahead of its August 20th launch. Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG: Battlegrounds follow in second and third. Cyberpunk 2077 re-entered the Top Ten in seventh due to a 50% price cut.

20 Aug 2024

Guide to Playing Emulator Games on Android: Steps and Tips

A recent trend in mobile gaming involves playing emulator games on Android phones. Users can download an emulator, obtain PSP game ROMs, install a file manager if necessary, extract ROM files, and locate the game within the emulator app to enjoy classic gaming experiences.

20 Aug 2024

Age of Empires Mobile to Launch on iOS and Android on 17 October

Age of Empires Mobile, the awaited mobile adaptation of the popular real-time strategy game, will launch on iOS and Android devices on 17 October. This release aims to capture the essence of the original while offering a new experience for mobile gamers.

20 Aug 2024

Google May Remove Search Button from Android App, Adds Offline Maps to Wear OS

Google may remove the search button from its Android app, based on a recent beta APK teardown. This change could be driven by low user engagement. Additionally, Google Maps for Wear OS will soon support offline maps, enabling navigation without cellular or Wi-Fi by downloading regions.

20 Aug 2024

Tech Firm Reports Steady Growth Amid Market Volatility

Tech giant Innovatech announced a $2 billion investment in renewable energy projects, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. The initiative includes solar and wind farms, battery storage systems, and green hydrogen production, marking a significant step towards sustainable business practices.

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Released with Advanced Graphics and Benchmark Tool

Game Science has launched Black Myth: Wukong, an action RPG using Unreal Engine 5. Performance tests on an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D setup with 32GB DDR5 RAM showed the NVIDIA RTX 4090 achieving 60fps at 1080p max settings. The game supports DLSS 3, FSR 3.0, Intel XeSS, and Ray Tracing.

20 Aug 2024

Critical Windows Vulnerabilities Exposed, Patches in Development

A proof-of-concept exploit named "Windows Downdate" reveals critical zero-day vulnerabilities in Microsoft Windows, allowing attackers to downgrade systems to older, vulnerable versions. Identified as CVE-2024-38202 and CVE-2024-21302, these flaws bypass security checks. Microsoft is developing patches.

20 Aug 2024

Stack Social Offers 89% Discount on Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019

Stack Social is offering a lifetime license for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 at an 89% discount. This version includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, and Access. Users need Windows 10/11 or Mac with Monterey Version 12 or newer. Microsoft can terminate licenses anytime.

20 Aug 2024

Microsoft Enhances Camera Features in Windows 11 Insider Dev Build

Microsoft has introduced advanced camera features in the Windows 11 Insider Dev build 26120.1542. A new Advanced camera configuration section in Settings aims to help developers and content creators troubleshoot issues and use multiple applications simultaneously. Activation requires ViveTool and specific feature IDs.

20 Aug 2024

Lazarus Group Exploits Windows Vulnerability, Microsoft Issues Patch

The Lazarus hacking group exploited a zero-day vulnerability in the Windows AFD.sys driver, CVE-2024-38193, to install the FUDModule rootkit. Microsoft addressed this issue in August 2024. The group is known for targeting financial and cryptocurrency firms.

20 Aug 2024

IShowSpeed and Lil Uzi Vert Share Laughs During 23-Hour Minecraft Stream

IShowSpeed and Lil Uzi Vert engaged in playful banter during a 23-hour Hardcore Minecraft marathon stream, featuring a surprise call from Twitch star Kai Cenat. Despite humorous jabs, both remained focused on the game. IShowSpeed is known for celebrity collaborations, enhancing his growing popularity.

20 Aug 2024

HappyKids to Launch Minecraft Witchcraft! Series with YouTuber Amy Lee

HappyKids is launching a new gaming series titled Minecraft Witchcraft! on October 1, in collaboration with YouTuber Amy Lee. The series targets tweens and consists of 15 episodes. HappyKids has seen a 20% viewership increase in 2024, driven by user-generated content and gaming partnerships.

20 Aug 2024

Black Myth: Wukong Offers Challenging Gameplay with Strategic Boss Fights

Black Myth: Wukong offers players a smooth learning curve with generous checkpoints and simple foes. The challenge intensifies with the boss Lingxuzi, a wolf demon requiring strategic dodging and counter-attacks. The game is available on Windows PC and PS5, with an Xbox Series X|S version forthcoming.

20 Aug 2024

Google to End Security Rewards Program for Android by August 2024

Google will end the Google Security Rewards Program for Android on August 31, 2024, due to advancements in Android 15's security architecture and the updated Play Integrity API. Submissions before this date will be reviewed, with final decisions by September 30, 2024.

20 Aug 2024

Google Enhances Pixel Screenshots with AI-Powered Circle to Search Feature

Google's APK dive reveals Pixel Screenshots integration with Circle to Search, enabling easy image saving and revisiting. Users can highlight screen areas to save images, which are organized and queried for insights using Gemini AI. This debuted with Pixel 9 AI features like Call Notes and Gemini Live.

20 Aug 2024

Square Enix to Launch PC Version of Final Fantasy XVI on September 17

Square Enix will release the PC version of Final Fantasy XVI on September 17. A demo is available now, and preorder bonuses include Cait Sith’s Charm, Brave Blade Weapon, and Sixteen Bells Orchestrion Roll. The base game costs $59.99, while the Complete Edition with DLC is $89.99.

20 Aug 2024

Ubisoft Reveals System Requirements for Star Wars Outlaws Release

Ubisoft has revealed the system requirements for Star Wars Outlaws, releasing on August 30. The game features four tiers based on resolution, frame rate, and quality settings, emphasizing upscaler technologies. A dual-channel 16GB RAM and Intel Arc A750 with ReBAR enabled are recommended for optimal performance.

20 Aug 2024

Windows 11 Build 27686 Brings New Features and Battery Optimizations

Windows 11 Build 27686, now available to Insiders in the Canary Channel, introduces features like Power Mode settings based on power source, HDR video streaming options, and enhanced Windows Sandbox. Optimizations improve battery life, and the FAT32 size limit for disk formatting is increased to 2TB.

20 Aug 2024

Google's Gemini AI Assistant Gets New Floating Panel on Android

Google's Gemini AI assistant on Android is getting a makeover with a floating panel featuring a glowing animation. This new interface integrates seamlessly with apps and includes an "Ask about this video" chip on YouTube for summaries and questions. The update is currently in limited release.

LEGO Unveils New Gaming Series with Popular Themes

Apps & Games news for all platforms Page 319

NVIDIA Showcases Advanced Digital Human Tech at Computex 2024

Nvidia Unveils Over 20 RTX and DLSS Enhanced Games at Gamescom 2024

MyPal68 Browser Offers Windows XP Users Modern Browsing Experience

Troubleshooting Windows PC Failures: Steps for Hardware and Software Issues

Reliance Jio Expands JioTV+ App to Android, Apple, and Amazon Fire OS TVs

Black Myth: Wukong Hits 1.4 Million Concurrent Players on Steam Debut

Square Enix to Release Final Fantasy XVI on PC September 17th

NVIDIA Expands GeForce NOW with New Games and Enhanced Features

Black Myth: Wukong Offers Deep Customization and Strategic Combat

Notta Launches Advanced Audio Transcription and Summarization App

Google May Remove Search Button in Android App Redesign

Black Myth: Wukong Leads Steam Top Ten Pre-Launch Sales Chart

Guide to Playing Emulator Games on Android: Steps and Tips

Age of Empires Mobile to Launch on iOS and Android on 17 October

Google May Remove Search Button from Android App, Adds Offline Maps to Wear OS

Tech Firm Reports Steady Growth Amid Market Volatility

Black Myth: Wukong Released with Advanced Graphics and Benchmark Tool

Critical Windows Vulnerabilities Exposed, Patches in Development

Stack Social Offers 89% Discount on Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019

Microsoft Enhances Camera Features in Windows 11 Insider Dev Build

Lazarus Group Exploits Windows Vulnerability, Microsoft Issues Patch

IShowSpeed and Lil Uzi Vert Share Laughs During 23-Hour Minecraft Stream

HappyKids to Launch Minecraft Witchcraft! Series with YouTuber Amy Lee

Black Myth: Wukong Offers Challenging Gameplay with Strategic Boss Fights

Google to End Security Rewards Program for Android by August 2024

Google Enhances Pixel Screenshots with AI-Powered Circle to Search Feature

Square Enix to Launch PC Version of Final Fantasy XVI on September 17

Ubisoft Reveals System Requirements for Star Wars Outlaws Release

Windows 11 Build 27686 Brings New Features and Battery Optimizations

Google's Gemini AI Assistant Gets New Floating Panel on Android

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