TechLinked Windows Update for all apps, Discord Orbs, EU Apple ruling + more!
May 29, 2025
Discover Microsoft’s ambitious plans to unify app updates on Windows. Dive into Discord’s innovative new in-app currency system, the 'Orbs'. The EU has slapped Apple for not complying with the Digital Markets Act, stirring up major implications. Texas introduces a controversial age verification law for apps. Plus, get the latest on Intel's new Battlemage GPUs and captivating advancements showcased at Computex, including AI-generated media that’s redefining gaming as we know it.
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Unified Windows Update for Apps
- Microsoft wants all Windows app updates to be handled through Windows Update for a unified experience.
- This aims to reduce fragmentation and optimize update timings, primarily benefiting businesses and IT managers.
Discord Introduces Orb Currency
- Discord's new "orbs" are an in-app currency earned by quests like watching ads or playing promoted games.
- Orbs can buy cosmetics and Nitro credits, creating a controlled economy for user rewards.
EU Fines Apple Over App Store
- The EU continues fining Apple for non-compliance with the Digital Markets Act, mainly over app store restrictions.
- Apple argues security concerns but plans a gaming app and a new OS naming scheme aligned by year.