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06 Jul 2024

PowerToys Launches New Utility for Custom File and Folder Templates

PowerToys has launched "PowerToys New+," a utility enabling users to create customized templates for generating files and folders. This new feature aims to streamline workflow and enhance productivity for professionals and businesses.

06 Jul 2024

Cicada Games Releases Isles of Sea and Sky, A Relaxing Puzzle Adventure

Cicada Games, in collaboration with Gamera Games, has released Isles of Sea and Sky. Priced at £17/€20, this relaxing puzzle adventure game features Metroid-like exploration. Players navigate an island, solving puzzles to unlock new areas, with options for instant reset and backtracking.

06 Jul 2024

Kwalee Acquires 3.58% Stake in Indie Game Label Devolver Digital

Kwalee has acquired a 3.58% minority stake in indie label Devolver Digital. This investment aligns with Kwalee's strategy to diversify beyond its hyper-casual mobile core business, aiming for growth and innovation in the gaming industry.

06 Jul 2024

Sporty Group Acquires Sociable Soccer, Enters Video Games Market

Sporty Group has acquired Sociable Soccer from Tower Games, marking their first venture into the video games space. Jon Hare, creative director of Tower Games, will continue to lead development under the new ownership.

06 Jul 2024

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Eases Cloud Migration for AI Applications

Azure Database for PostgreSQL, a fully managed service, simplifies cloud migration for PostgreSQL databases, enabling users to build AI-powered applications. It offers high availability, performance automation, and robust security. Users can also engage in learning opportunities and connect with experts at POSETTE 2024.

06 Jul 2024

e-Routes Navigation App Launched for Stellantis Electric Vehicles

e-Routes, a navigation app for Stellantis EV drivers, plans routes considering the vehicle's range and charging stops. Compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, it is exclusive to Stellantis electric cars. The service costs £4 monthly or £40 annually.

06 Jul 2024

Windows Server 2025 Streamlines Features in Latest Build 26244

Windows Server 2025 is streamlining its features by removing unnecessary elements like the Get Started app and Nearby Share settings page in its latest build 26244, aiming to enhance user experience and system efficiency.

06 Jul 2024

Eldorado Ransomware Targets Windows and Linux, Experts Advise Caution

Eldorado ransomware targets both Windows and Linux platforms, encrypting files with ChaCha20 and RSA algorithms. It appends specific extensions, deletes shadow copies, and self-deletes to evade detection. Defense measures include MFA, EDR, regular backups, AI analytics, patching, training, audits, and avoiding ransom payments.

06 Jul 2024

How to Set Your Preferred File Manager as Default in Windows 11

Several file managers, such as OneCommander and TotalCommander, offer built-in options to replace File Explorer. For those without this feature, users can modify the Windows Registry to set a preferred file manager as the default. This change is reversible by deleting specific Registry folders.

06 Jul 2024

Modded Nintendo Switch Runs PC Games Well with 8GB RAM Upgrade

A modded Nintendo Switch with 8GB of RAM can run multiple PC games using L4T Ubuntu 18.04 and Box64 + Wine. Games like Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade and Fallout New Vegas achieve good frame rates. Rumors suggest the next Nintendo Switch may feature 12GB of RAM, enhancing performance further.

06 Jul 2024

Timescale Unveils Open-Source Extensions for Faster, Cheaper AI Workloads

Timescale has launched pgvectorscale and pgai, two open-source extensions for PostgreSQL. These innovations reportedly make PostgreSQL faster than Pinecone for AI workloads and reduce costs by 75%, potentially transforming database management in AI applications.

06 Jul 2024

Timescale Inc. Launches New Extensions to Boost PostgreSQL for AI Applications

Timescale Inc. has introduced pgvectorscale and pgai, two open-source extensions designed to enhance PostgreSQL's scalability and usability for artificial intelligence applications, particularly in retrieving data from vector databases.

06 Jul 2024

Windows 11 24H2 Enhances Quick Settings Performance and Usability

Windows 11 24H2 enhances Quick Settings with faster performance and reduced lag. Paginated scrolling is now available, and users can still customize settings and refresh the Wi-Fi list. These updates will roll out to all Windows 11 24H2 users in September/October.

06 Jul 2024

Timescale Enhances PostgreSQL for AI with New Open-Source Extensions

Timescale introduces two open-source extensions, pgvectorscale and pgai, to enhance PostgreSQL for AI applications. These tools improve performance and developer productivity, challenging the need for specialized vector databases by delivering comparable or superior performance at a lower cost.

06 Jul 2024

Google Chrome for Android to Get Background Playback for Text-to-Speech

Google is enhancing its 'Listen to this Page' feature on Chrome for Android by adding background playback functionality. This update will enable text-to-speech to continue even when the browser is minimized, improving user experience and accessibility.

06 Jul 2024

Windows Launches Ad Campaign for Discontinued Recall Feature on Copilot+ PCs

Windows launched an ad campaign for its now-defunct Recall feature on Copilot+ PCs. The feature was canceled due to privacy concerns and negative feedback. The campaign aims to inform users about the decision and address any lingering questions.

06 Jul 2024

Guide to Manually Scan for Malicious Apps on Android via Google Play Store

A new guide outlines steps to manually scan for malicious apps on Android smartphones using the Google Play Store app. This method aims to enhance user security by identifying and removing harmful applications, ensuring safer device usage for Android users.

06 Jul 2024

EDB Introduces Postgres AI to Enhance Enterprise Workloads

EDB is introducing Postgres AI to enable enterprises to integrate AI into diverse workloads, irrespective of deployment location. Analysts view this as both marketing strategy and a sign of Postgres offerings maturing.

06 Jul 2024

"Children Favor Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite; Console Sales Decline"

Children are shifting their gaming preferences towards platforms like Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite, which offer user-generated content and social interaction. This trend is contributing to declining console sales as traditional gaming loses appeal among younger audiences.

06 Jul 2024

Business Publication Encourages Readers to Explore More Content from It's FOSS

The text encourages readers to explore more content from It's FOSS, including Linux tutorials, open source news, and product reviews.

06 Jul 2024

Google to Introduce Non-Sync Feature in Contacts App, Tests UI Changes

Google is developing a new feature for its Contacts app, enabling users to access Google Contacts without syncing from their Google account. This option will be found in the account settings menu. Additionally, Google is testing a UI change to enhance accessibility of certain settings.

05 Jul 2024

New Game Lost Mastery Combines Card Battling and Memory Puzzles

Lost Mastery, a new game blending card battling and memory puzzles, features an anthropomorphized cat with a giant sword. Players select attacks and hidden effects from a deck, requiring keen memory to avoid debuffs. Designed for iPad, it's also playable on iPhone.

05 Jul 2024

Google Introduces E-Passports in Wallet App for U.S. Domestic Flights

Google is developing e-passports in the Wallet app for U.S. users, enabling use at select airline checkpoints through NFC and QR codes for domestic flights. This innovation aims to streamline travel and enhance security.

05 Jul 2024

Google Play Store Offers Discounts on Android Apps and Samsung Devices

Android app deals are available on the Google Play store. Samsung monitors, including the Odyssey Neo G9 and the 39-inch 240Hz UltraGear OLED, are on sale. Discounts extend to Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 and the 2024 OnePlus Buds 3. Highlighted Android games on sale include Levelhead and Crashlands.

05 Jul 2024

Valve's Half-Life: Alyx Now 66% Off Until July 11th

Valve's Half-Life: Alyx is on sale for 66% off until July 11th. Exclusive to VR headsets, this prequel to Half-Life 2 has received high praise for its gameplay and setting. It's a must-buy for VR owners, offering crucial plot advancements for fans of the series.

05 Jul 2024

Steam Summer Sale Highlights Humble Bundle SGDQ with Top Game Discounts

The Steam Summer Sale provides significant discounts on gaming, appealing to budget-conscious gamers. A notable offer is the Humble Bundle SGDQ bundle, featuring popular titles like Dishonored and The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, making it a cost-effective option for enthusiasts.

05 Jul 2024

Google Pixel Users Report Vanishing Text Notifications in Messages App

Some Google Pixel owners are facing an issue with the Google Messages app. Users report that text notifications disappear immediately after appearing, causing inconvenience. Google is expected to address this bug in an upcoming update.

05 Jul 2024

AWS Compute Optimizer Enhances RDS MySQL, PostgreSQL Recommendations

AWS Compute Optimizer now offers recommendations for Amazon RDS MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, aiding businesses in detecting idle instances, identifying optimal instance types, and adjusting provisioned IOPS settings for improved efficiency.

05 Jul 2024

Enterprise Leaders Eye Postgres as AI Gains Traction in Organizations

A recent survey reveals 35% of enterprise leaders are considering Postgres for their next project, as AI goes mainstream. EDB has launched EDB Postgres AI, a platform supporting transactional, analytical, and AI workloads, offering rapid analytics, vector database support, and enterprise observability.

Epic Games Store Offers The Falconeer Free for PC Players Until July 11

05 Jul 2024

Apps & Games news for all platforms Page 342

PowerToys Launches New Utility for Custom File and Folder Templates

Cicada Games Releases Isles of Sea and Sky, A Relaxing Puzzle Adventure

Kwalee Acquires 3.58% Stake in Indie Game Label Devolver Digital

Sporty Group Acquires Sociable Soccer, Enters Video Games Market

Azure Database for PostgreSQL Eases Cloud Migration for AI Applications

e-Routes Navigation App Launched for Stellantis Electric Vehicles

Windows Server 2025 Streamlines Features in Latest Build 26244

Eldorado Ransomware Targets Windows and Linux, Experts Advise Caution

How to Set Your Preferred File Manager as Default in Windows 11

Modded Nintendo Switch Runs PC Games Well with 8GB RAM Upgrade

Timescale Unveils Open-Source Extensions for Faster, Cheaper AI Workloads

Timescale Inc. Launches New Extensions to Boost PostgreSQL for AI Applications

Windows 11 24H2 Enhances Quick Settings Performance and Usability

Timescale Enhances PostgreSQL for AI with New Open-Source Extensions

Google Chrome for Android to Get Background Playback for Text-to-Speech

Windows Launches Ad Campaign for Discontinued Recall Feature on Copilot+ PCs

Guide to Manually Scan for Malicious Apps on Android via Google Play Store

EDB Introduces Postgres AI to Enhance Enterprise Workloads

"Children Favor Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite; Console Sales Decline"

Business Publication Encourages Readers to Explore More Content from It's FOSS

Google to Introduce Non-Sync Feature in Contacts App, Tests UI Changes

New Game Lost Mastery Combines Card Battling and Memory Puzzles

Google Introduces E-Passports in Wallet App for U.S. Domestic Flights

Google Play Store Offers Discounts on Android Apps and Samsung Devices

Valve's Half-Life: Alyx Now 66% Off Until July 11th

Steam Summer Sale Highlights Humble Bundle SGDQ with Top Game Discounts

Google Pixel Users Report Vanishing Text Notifications in Messages App

AWS Compute Optimizer Enhances RDS MySQL, PostgreSQL Recommendations

Enterprise Leaders Eye Postgres as AI Gains Traction in Organizations

Epic Games Store Offers The Falconeer Free for PC Players Until July 11

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