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Forza Horizon 6 PC players urged to check their Microsoft Gaming Services version, as Playground tackle disappearing saves
Playground Games is investigating an issue affecting Forza Horizon 6 players where save progress may be lost. For PC players, developers are advising users to ensure they have the latest version of Microsoft Gaming Services installed. Players are also recommended to exit the game properly and allow time for cloud sync before shutting down their PC.
Morning Tech Bits
This article rounds up recent tech news, including a discovery of an AMD artifact belonging to former CEO Rory Read and updates for Microsoft PowerToys and Visual Studio Code. The piece highlights a specific version update for PowerToys and Visual Studio Code.
iOS 27 can run on phones as old as the iPhone 11
Apple's upcoming iOS 27 update is designed with efficiency improvements, allowing it to run on older devices such as the iPhone 11. This focus on performance ensures broader compatibility for users with less recent hardware.
Apple is adding Apple Intelligence across its default apps
Apple announced Apple Intelligence, a new suite of AI features that will be integrated into its default applications. These capabilities will include the ability to monitor browser tabs and automatically update user passwords.
Evening Safety Dance
Microsoft has resolved installation problems with the Windows 11 May Patch Tuesday update. Additionally, researchers have issued a warning about technology that could enable surveillance through routers.
Nintendo Investigating Reports Of Game-Breaking Bug In Yoshi's New Switch 2 Outing, Update On The Way
Nintendo is investigating reports of a game-breaking bug in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Nintendo Switch. The company has acknowledged the issue, which occurs under specific conditions related to the game's index feature, and is preparing an update to resolve it. An apology has been issued for any inconvenience caused.
Evening Mobilization
Android Auto is receiving an update that introduces new features aimed at improving driving safety and simplicity. Separately, reports indicate that some Pixel phone owners are experiencing issues with missed calls due to a lack of vibration in vibrate mode. Laptops powered by Intel's Wildcat architecture are also mentioned.
Engadget Podcast: Who needs Googlebooks?
This article discusses new features coming in Android 17. It also touches on the concept of Google Books and its relevance in the current digital landscape.
Discord joke that it's The Year of the Linux Desktop
Discord has made significant improvements to its Linux desktop application over the past few months, including enhanced Go Live video support, hardware accelerated video encoding, and the addition of an auto-updater. These updates aim to improve the user experience for Linux gamers and users, with the company humorously acknowledging the long development time for features like the updater.
Morning Metaverse
A Broadband Bulletin Forum post mentions Amazon automatically creating IMDB accounts and an update for Mozilla Firefox Desktop to version 150.0.3. Google has stated there is no outage.
Linux century marches on as Discord brings updater parity with Windows and easy installs for more distros
Discord has updated its application for Linux, bringing its updater functionality in parity with Windows and simplifying installation for more distributions. This change addresses a long-standing inconvenience for Linux users who previously had to manually install updates. The move is seen as a positive sign for Linux's growing presence on the desktop.
Wine 11.8 brings updates for Mono, MSXML, VBScript and more
The development release of Wine version 11.8 is now available, featuring updates to Mono, MSXML, VBScript, and keyboard layout support. This release includes bug fixes for various games, such as Microsoft Golf 99, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Lockdown, and Assassin's Creed Shadows. Valve's Proton, based on Wine, is also expected to receive a version bump.
New ROG Xbox Ally Updates: Docking Improvements, Auto SR Preview, Collective Library, Enhanced Vibration, and More
Microsoft and ASUS have released significant updates for the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X handheld PCs, focusing on improving docked play experiences with features like automatic TV display switching and enhanced smart TV compatibility. The updates also introduce a new Display Widget in Game Bar for easier setting adjustments, improved controller pairing, and a preview of Auto Super Resolution technology for sharper visuals on external displays.
Steam Deck Gets New Data Features in Latest Beta Update
Valve has released new data features for Steam Deck beta users, signaling continued software improvements for the handheld device. These updates, appearing through incremental software releases rather than hardware changes, aim to provide users with more insight into performance, battery usage, and thermal monitoring, reinforcing the Steam Deck's position as a customizable PC-like gaming experience.
Evening Safety Dance
Microsoft's Patch Tuesday update has introduced a significant number of bugs, impacting system stability. Separately, Telegram is reportedly hosting a large cryptocurrency scam black market valued at $21 billion.
Morning Tech Bits
Microsoft has pulled its latest Windows 11 update due to a critical error causing installation failures and missing files. Separately, Linus Torvalds commented on the perceived calm surrounding Linux 7.0.
Morning Tech Bits
The Document Foundation has released two new versions of LibreOffice: 26.2.2 and 25.8.6. The article also briefly mentions updates for Adobe Acrobat Reader DC and Evernote.
Evening Tech Bits
Apple has released a dozen security updates. The article also briefly mentions Arm designing its own chips and a tip about disabling a Windows 11 service.
Nintendo reveals recent backwards compatibility fixes for Nintendo Switch software
Nintendo has released fixes for several Nintendo Switch games experiencing backwards compatibility issues on the Nintendo Switch 2. Games like Final Fantasy 12: The Zodiac Age, DOOM, and Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe are now functioning correctly. However, Pizza Tower and Laysara: Summit Kingdom are still facing progression problems on the newer hardware.
Apple releases its first Background Security Improvement for macOS, iOS and iPadOS
Apple has released its first "Background Security Improvement" for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, offering smaller, ongoing security patches for components like Safari and WebKit between major software updates. These updates are designed to download in the background and require a quick restart to apply, aiming for a faster process than standard software updates.