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PS5 Trophy Debate Heats Up: Players Demand More Control and Visibility
gaming1 day ago

PS5 Trophy Debate Heats Up: Players Demand More Control and Visibility

A discussion sparked by a PS5 trophy article shows gamers debating the trophy system, with many calling for options to disable trophies, hide or delete games from trophy lists, sort alphabetically, and search within trophies, plus requests for clearer 100%/Platinum highlighting and UI improvements; opinions are mixed, with some favoring Xbox-style achievements or leaderboards while others want to remove or greatly curb trophy clutter and notifications.

Xbox Achievements Get a Fresh Look and Personalization Options
gaming2 days ago

Xbox Achievements Get a Fresh Look and Personalization Options

Xbox is refreshing its Achievements with a visual overhaul, updated unlock icons/animations, customizable notifications, a new highlight for 100% completions (with sorting), and an option to hide games from the Achievements list. The changes roll out to Xbox Insider members today and are headed for all users later this year, with more updates teased for 2026.

Crimson Desert Adds Female Kliff via Mods
games2 days ago

Crimson Desert Adds Female Kliff via Mods

A mod called Character Creator – Female (by Khione95) lets you remake Kliff as a female in Crimson Desert, using the in-game barber with 98 faces and 159 hairstyles; a male version is planned, and there are additional options to swap in Damiane’s look or adjust animations. Accessing the feature requires unlocking the barber through a quest line, and players may encounter glitches or voice mismatches unless a workaround is used.

Windows 11 gains Windows 10–style compact, movable taskbar
technology15 days ago

Windows 11 gains Windows 10–style compact, movable taskbar

Microsoft says Windows 11 will gain a Windows 10–style compact taskbar with new sizing options and a movable bar, addressing long-standing requests for better taskbar customization. The current Windows 11 taskbar lacks height tweaks and true repositioning, though a 'small taskbar buttons' toggle exists; insiders may soon see a return to a Windows 10–like experience, alongside broader monthly updates that promise fixes such as a faster Start menu, reduced memory usage, and the ability to pause updates.

Windows 11 Taskbar gains movable and resizable options
technology16 days ago

Windows 11 Taskbar gains movable and resizable options

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 will add a movable Taskbar (bottom, top, left, or right) and a smaller, resizable height, with these options configurable in Settings rather than through a draggable debug menu; flyouts will adapt to the Taskbar’s position, and the changes are prioritized for the current release cycle to boost Windows 11’s customization options.

Xbox Insider Update Expands Home Groups, Adds Custom Colors and Per-Game Quick Resume
gaming23 days ago

Xbox Insider Update Expands Home Groups, Adds Custom Colors and Per-Game Quick Resume

Microsoft’s Xbox Insider program is testing several upcoming features: Home can now host up to 10 groups with easier pinning and reordering; players can create and manage custom colors across the console (with a guide tint option and guardrails); Quick Resume can be disabled per game to ensure a fresh launch; and Guide/profile views will show the five most recently unlocked badges. Insiders are encouraged to share feedback via the Xbox Insider subreddit and official channels.

Customize Chrome's Toolbar for a Faster, More Efficient Browse
technology1 month ago

Customize Chrome's Toolbar for a Faster, More Efficient Browse

You can tailor Chrome's top toolbar by pinning frequently used extensions, rearranging icons, and using the toolbar customization panel to show or hide buttons like Home, Forward, Bookmarks, Reading List, History, Incognito, and Task Manager. You can also access quick features such as Google Lens search, QR code sharing, Reading Mode, and Copy Link directly from the toolbar. For broader changes, change Chrome's theme via Customize Chrome to apply different colors and backgrounds, with an option to revert to the default look.

technology1 month ago

Winhance: Free Open-Source Tool to Debloat and Personalize Windows 11

PCWorld highlights Winhance, a free open-source tool that centralizes Windows 11 debloating, updates management, privacy controls (including ad-related prompts), and appearance customization into one easy interface, letting users uninstall pre-installed apps, tweak security and privacy settings, and personalize the UI—potentially making Windows setup as straightforward as Linux.

Apple moves Macs into a fully customizable build-to-order era
technology2 months ago

Apple moves Macs into a fully customizable build-to-order era

Apple has shifted from preset Mac configurations to a fully customizable build-to-order setup on Apple.com, allowing buyers to tailor display size, chip, memory, storage, and more. Third-party retailers may continue offering standard configurations, and the change could pave the way for future CPU/GPU core customization with the upcoming M5 Pro/Max models, potentially masking price rises as components evolve.

One year in Linux, Windows feels like a distant memory
features2 months ago

One year in Linux, Windows feels like a distant memory

A Verge writer spends a year living on Linux—two distros across several desktop environments—learning to troubleshoot, customize everything, and rely on open-source tools. He grows to love Linux’s flexibility and community support, enjoys gaming via Proton, and replaces most Windows workflows, while acknowledging some downsides (anti-cheat games and certain apps). The piece argues Linux isn’t for everyone, but for those willing to tinker, it can truly fit “everything you want and nothing you don’t.”