SimCity 2000 (DOS) – The City Builder That Defined a Generation
In 1993, Maxis released SimCity 2000, and the world of simulation games was never the same again. Expanding upon the groundbreaking original SimCity, this sequel delivered a deeper, richer, and more visually stunning experience — one that became the blueprint for city-building games for decades to come.
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Sunday, 05 October 2025
Naughty Dog just dropped The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PC last week, and I couldn't resist jumping in right away. Considering the rough launch history of Part I on PC, I went in expecting some headaches—but to my surprise, this time things were vastly different. Smooth gameplay, polished optimization, and new features made this one of the best post-apocalyptic gaming sessions I've had in a while.
WhatsApp is working on a new privacy feature that aims to give users more control over how media is handled in their conversations. As reported by WABetaInfo, the feature is being developed for the Android 2.25.10.14 beta and was released through the Google Play Beta Program.
If you're looking to take your PC aesthetics to the next level, Coolify's Holo Fans may be the perfect upgrade from traditional RGB lighting. First introduced last year, these fans offer a unique holographic display experience—without sacrificing cooling performance.
The Squid Game theme is one of the most instantly recognizable pieces of modern TV music. Its minimal yet haunting melody perfectly captures the suspense, dread, and psychological tension of the series. For this guitar cover, I decided to take that eerie tone and push it further—with a darker, heavier twist using an overdrive guitar tone.
Microsoft appears to be making strides in addressing some long-standing complaints about Windows 11, particularly the Start menu, which has been a frequent target of user feedback. The latest Windows 11 preview build hints at a substantial redesign that focuses on layout improvements and increased customization.
Apple Inc. is once again feeling the heat from U.S. trade policy. Despite years of trying to shield itself from the fallout of global trade tensions, the tech giant is now directly affected by a new wave of tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump's administration.
The Wikimedia Foundation has revealed that Wikipedia's bandwidth usage has surged by 50% over the past year, largely due to the increasing activity of AI-powered bot crawlers. These bots, often used by AI companies to train language models, have been scraping massive amounts of data from the online encyclopedia—leading to notable strain on the platform's infrastructure.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff announcement has raised eyebrows—not just for its unusually high rates, but for the bizarre list of targeted regions, some of which don't even trade with the United States. Critics are now speculating that AI chatbots may have played a role in shaping the numbers.
Roblox Corp has announced a new partnership with Google, aiming to scale up its in-game advertising strategy and tap deeper into ad-based revenue opportunities. The collaboration marks a significant move in Roblox's ongoing efforts to monetize its massive player base through brand engagement.
Apple has officially rolled out iOS 18.4, bringing with it a suite of enhancements—including the expansion of Apple Intelligence to new regions such as the European Union and India. Alongside this update, Apple has also released iPadOS 18.4, macOS 15.4, watchOS 11.4, and visionOS 2.4, offering broader access to its latest features across its device ecosystem.
A major data breach reportedly hit the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) over the weekend, potentially affecting up to 2.8 billion user accounts—making it one of the most significant leaks in social media history.
Carousell, the popular secondhand marketplace, has launched a new promotional tool called Buyer Magnet—a feature designed to increase the visibility of listings without requiring upfront payment. Similar to existing tools like Bump and Spotlight, Buyer Magnet helps sellers attract more views and potential buyers by placing their listings in prominent spots and targeting users who are most likely to be interested. However, what sets this new feature apart is its pay-only-if-you-sell model.
A newly disclosed zero-day vulnerability in Windows shortcut files (.lnk) has been exploited in-the-wild for several years by state-sponsored hacking groups. Identified as ZDI-CAN-25373, the flaw allows attackers to silently execute malicious commands using shortcut files—making it difficult to detect through traditional security tools.Security researchers revealed that this vulnerability has been abused since at least 2017 by advanced persistent threat (APT) groups linked to 11 different countries.
AI in Software Development
Artificial intelligence shook up the tech world last year—and its impact is only deepening in 2025. Companies that have already adopted AI in their software development processes are beginning to see real returns, enabling them to shift from experimentation to strategic refinement.
April 1st has always been known as the day when even the most serious folks might fall for a sneaky prank or two. But this year, April Fools' Day lands on an unusually significant date—the second day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri. So, how does this cheeky day of fun blend with one of the most important celebrations in Malaysia? Let's dive in.
Let's talk about the good ol' RTX 3070—my trusty 8GB VRAM workhorse that's been powering my rig for a while now. In 2025, with all the hype surrounding the RTX 50 series, I figured it was time to check if the 3070 still holds up—especially for 1080p gaming.
Malaysia experienced a significant spike in internet traffic throughout 2024, according to new data from the Malaysia Internet Exchange (MyIX). The country recorded a 17% year-on-year increase, reaching a peak of 2.6 terabits per second (Tbps)—a historic high for MyIX.
A Nostalgic Trip Back to 2006 Let's rewind the clock to 2006 — a time when the web was still finding its rhythm, Facebook wasn't quite the juggernaut it is today, and Joomla was the go-to CMS for building dynamic websites without starting from scratch. That year marked a pretty significant milestone in my web development journey — my first real experience working with CSS, PHP, and images to build custom templates (or "skins") for Joomla's Community Builder (CB) extension.
Okay, so Hari Raya Aidilfitri is just around the corner (or maybe you're already knee-deep in rendang and kuih). Whether you're planning balik kampung, hosting open house after open house, or just vibing at home with Raya tunes in the background, your phone can actually be your best friend during the festive season.
As we bid farewell to the peaceful nights of Ramadan and welcome the bright, joyful mornings of Syawal, we at Lemon Web Solutions would like to take a moment to wish you — our clients, visitors, partners, and friends — Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Maaf Zahir dan Batin.
A growing wave of online misogyny is driving many young women to abandon or avoid social media platforms altogether, according to a new report by Amnesty International UK. The findings highlight the alarming impact of what the organization calls a "toxic 'bro' culture" that's increasingly shaping digital spaces—especially for Gen Z users.
U Mobile Sdn Bhd has officially received a letter of award from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to spearhead the rollout of Malaysia's next-generation 5G network. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the telco, as it gears up to support the country's digital ambitions.
Once again, GPU scammers are making headlines—this time for disguising NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 cards as the much more expensive RTX 4090. The scam, recently uncovered in China, is just the latest in a series of deceptive GPU practices that continue to plague the market.
As the joyous season of Hari Raya Aidilfitri approaches, I wanted to share something a little more personal and festive—a guitar cover of the beloved classic, Suasana Hari Raya. This iconic song has long been a symbol of celebration, family gatherings, and the spirit of forgiveness that defines this beautiful time of year.
AI is rapidly becoming part of our everyday work life—but what happens when we start chatting with machines more than our coworkers? According to a new study from OpenAI and MIT's Media Lab, overusing AI tools like ChatGPT might intensify feelings of loneliness, especially among heavy users.