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Android 16 VPN Bypass Lets Apps Reveal Users’ Real IP Address
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Android 16 VPN Bypass Lets Apps Reveal Users’ Real IP Address

A security vulnerability in Android 16 allows malicious applications to expose a user's real IP address, even with "Always-On VPN" and "Block connections without VPN" features activated. Discovered by security researcher 0x33c0unt and disclosed on April 30, 2026, the flaw exploits the registerQuicConnectionClosePayload feature, which lacks permission checks. This vulnerability has been verified on a Pixel 8 with Proton VPN active. Google has not released a patch, but users can disable the feature via ADB commands.
Android 16 Bug Allows Apps to Ignore VPNs and Leak IP Addresses
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Android 16 Bug Allows Apps to Ignore VPNs and Leak IP Addresses

Android 16 may have a vulnerability that allows applications to bypass VPN protections, potentially exposing users' IP addresses. A security engineer reported this issue through Google’s Vulnerability Reward Program, but Google's security team deemed it "infeasible" to address. The vulnerability lies within the ConnectivityManager system service, which circumvents the VPN tunnel, leading to unencrypted traffic and exposure of sensitive information. This issue persists even with "Always-on VPN" or "Block connections without VPN" features enabled. Although there is no confirmed exploitation of this vulnerability, it poses ongoing risks for users. GrapheneOS has patched the issue, indicating a fix is possible. A debug command has been identified as a temporary workaround for affected users, but it requires caution and understanding of USB debugging mode.
Windows 11’s May update is causing install failures and slow internet — here’s what we know
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Windows 11’s May update is causing install failures and slow internet — here’s what we know

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday update for Windows 11, KB5089549, released on May 13, 2026, has caused installation issues for some users, who receive an error message indicating a rollback. Additionally, a smaller group has reported decreased internet performance after the update. Users facing installation failures may see the system revert to the previous version automatically and can attempt to reinstall the update or troubleshoot by clearing the SoftwareDistribution cache or using the Windows Update troubleshooter.
Microsoft fixes a major BitLocker bug… but leaves Windows 10 users hanging (for now)
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Microsoft fixes a major BitLocker bug… but leaves Windows 10 users hanging (for now)

Microsoft confirmed a BitLocker-related issue caused by the April 2026 Security Update (KB5083769) for Windows 11, which led some devices to boot into the BitLocker recovery screen. A fix has been released, but it is currently available only for Windows 11, version 25H2, with Windows 10 and Windows Server users awaiting a solution. Administrators are advised to remove the "Configure TPM platform validation profile for native UEFI firmware configurations" Group Policy setting before installing the April 2026 update. Additionally, a security researcher named Chaotic Eclipse has developed a zero-day exploit called YellowKey, which can bypass BitLocker security using a USB stick, affecting Windows Server 2022 and 2025 but not Windows 10.
For May, Patch Tuesday means 139 updates
Winsage
May 15, 2026

For May, Patch Tuesday means 139 updates

Microsoft has released an extensive update for Azure Linux 3.0 and CBL Mariner 2.0, addressing 191 open-source Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) across various technologies, including the Linux kernel, Go runtime, Apache httpd, PHP, CoreDNS, Valkey, Ruby, GnuTLS, Apache Thrift, Node.js, Rust, Java implementations, Vim, Postfix, Expat, Nmap, Prometheus, KEDA, and PgBouncer. Additionally, Microsoft has fixed a critical vulnerability (CVE-2026-41103) in its Single Sign-On (SSO) Plugin for Jira and Confluence, which allows an attacker to forge a Microsoft Entra ID identity through a manipulated SAML response; however, patching this vulnerability is the responsibility of the users of Atlassian's platforms.
Improving Windows quality: Making Taskbar and Start more personal
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Improving Windows quality: Making Taskbar and Start more personal

Microsoft is enhancing the Windows experience by focusing on performance, reliability, and craftsmanship, with a commitment to transparency about updates. The Start menu and taskbar are receiving particular attention, with new customization options being introduced for users in the Experimental channel. Users can now reposition the taskbar to any edge of the screen, customize icon alignment, and view every window at a glance with ungrouped icons. A more compact taskbar option will also be available for smaller screens. The Start menu will feature section-level toggles for easier customization, separate controls for file recommendations, size settings, and the option to hide user names for privacy. The Recommended section will be renamed Recent to better reflect its purpose. These features will be gradually rolled out, with user feedback being encouraged through the Feedback Hub.
Lilbits: A RISC-V router (crowdfunding), an E Ink color dev kit, and Windows 11 taskbar customization
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Lilbits: A RISC-V router (crowdfunding), an E Ink color dev kit, and Windows 11 taskbar customization

Microsoft is reintroducing the option to reposition the taskbar in Windows 11, currently available only to Windows 11 Insider Preview program members using an experimental build. Additional customization options for the Start Menu are also being rolled out to Insiders. A crowdfunding initiative has launched for a WiFi router powered by a RISC-V processor and a modified version of OpenWrt, featuring a SpacemiT K1 RISC-V processor, 4GB of RAM, and 16GB of storage, priced at 9, with no delivery guarantee. M5Stack has launched a development kit with a 4-inch E Ink Spectra 6 color display, priced at , which includes a 1250 mAh battery, microSD card reader, speaker, microphone, and buttons. GEEKOM has upgraded its mini PC lineup with the A9 Max 2026 Edition, featuring a Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 chip for improved AI and CPU performance compared to the HX 370. Pine64 has warned of a defect in a batch of its PinePower V2 power supplies, which may display a 0V output under certain conditions, assuring users that the issue will be fixed in the next production batch.
Valve's massive update to the Steam marketplace must be working, because a gun I had listed on there for years just sold for a cool 40 bucks
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Valve’s massive update to the Steam marketplace must be working, because a gun I had listed on there for years just sold for a cool 40 bucks

Valve has released a significant update to the Steam Community Market, currently in beta and available to all Steam users with an opt-out option. The update enhances the user experience for purchasing virtual items, particularly in Counter-Strike, and includes improvements such as larger item listings with more images and detailed descriptions, automatically generated images for Counter-Strike items, and a streamlined purchasing process. Valve has created over 27 million unique images for Counter-Strike listings, allowing for better item comparison and visibility. The update also introduces quality-of-life improvements like automatic loading of listings, advanced search options, breadcrumb navigation, and improved text entry support.
Another metaverse is set to die in June
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Another metaverse is set to die in June

Meta's VR platform, Meta Horizon Worlds, is set to close in June. Hololive's metaverse initiative, Holoearth, will cease operations on June 28. Project lead Ikko Fukuda expressed gratitude to the community and acknowledged challenges in meeting expectations. The team will refund any unused Holocoin or Creator Points, and premium currency sales and user-generated items will be discontinued.
I'm tired of everything getting turned into a roguelite, but I'll make an exception for pinball
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

I’m tired of everything getting turned into a roguelite, but I’ll make an exception for pinball

Developers are rapidly creating quick-hit games inspired by various mechanics, with 257 new roguelites released on Steam in the past month. One notable title is Pin-Crawl, which introduces a roguelite twist to pinball gameplay, featuring upgrades that create chaotic effects and unique spells for strategic advantages. Although its visuals may not match those of established titles, it offers innovative gameplay mechanics, including stats, bosses, and meta progression. Pin-Crawl aims to deliver quick, engaging sessions, appealing to players' nostalgia for pinball while blending it with roguelite elements.
Friday’s Android game and app deals: Undergrave, Red Ronin, What Lies Underground, more
BetaBeacon
May 15, 2026

Friday’s Android game and app deals: Undergrave, Red Ronin, What Lies Underground, more

The Android app price drops include What Lies Underground for , Pixel Net White - Icon Pack for free, Mawaz Yellow - Icon Pack for free, Lineblack - Yellow icon Pack for free, Lines Circle - White Icon Pack for free, Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike for .50, Red Ronin for .50, Mythic Trials 2 for [openai_gpt model="gpt-3.5-turbo-0125" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Today’s highlight Android app price drops: Clovis – Premium King edition .25 (Reg. .50) What Lies Underground (Reg. ) Pixel Net White – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. .50) Mawaz Yellow – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. ) Lineblack – Yellow icon Pack FREE (Reg. ) Lines Circle – White Icon Pack FREE (Reg. .50) Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike .50 (Reg. ) Red Ronin .50 (Reg. ) Mythic Trials 2 [cyberseo_openai model="gpt-3.5-turbo-0125" prompt="Rewrite a news story for a business publication, in a calm style with creativity and flair based on text below, making sure it reads like human-written text in a natural way. The article shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. The article shall NOT start from a title. Response language English. Generate HTML-formatted content using tag for a sub-heading. You can use only , , , , and HTML tags if necessary. Text: Reg. $1+/FREE+ Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike, Red Ronin, Doom & Destiny Worlds, Mythic Trials 2, Nerd Survivors, What Lies Underground, and more. Samsung now offering $350 off all Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra models right now and you can still land 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 7 at a giant $819 off, but all of the apps are waiting below.  Today’s highlight Android app price drops: Clovis – Premium King edition $5.25 (Reg. $7.50) What Lies Underground $1 (Reg. $3) Pixel Net White – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Mawaz Yellow – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lineblack – Yellow icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lines Circle – White Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike $3.50 (Reg. $7) Red Ronin $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mythic Trials 2 $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Doom & Destiny Worlds $1.50 (Reg. $5) Nerd Survivors $1 (Reg. $3) [365fun] DinoRun4 FREE (Reg. $1) Doom & Destiny $1.50 (Reg. $5) Doom & Destiny Advanced $1.50 (Reg. $5) Alien Food Invasion Premium $0.50 (Reg. $1) EHW Premium & stick fight FREE (Reg. $0.50) More Android app price drops still live: Galaxy Trader – Space RPG $1.75 (Reg. $3.50) Kingdom Rush Frontiers TD $1 (Reg. $2) Iron Marines 2 – Invasion RTS $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush Origins TD $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD $1 (Reg. $7) Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game $1 (Reg. $5) Subnautica: Below Zero $4 (Reg. $10) Aces of the Luftwaffe Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Stormhill Mystery (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Last Dream (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Sonya The Great Adventure Full $2 (Reg. $3) Angelo and Deemon (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Inbetween Land (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Wild Case Adventure (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Z Dawn $1 (Reg. $4) Subnautica $4 (Reg. $10) Clouds & Sheep Premium $1 (Reg. $2) Color Sheep $0.50 (Reg. $1) Tattoo Tycoon Premium $1 (Reg. $2) 1943 Deadly Desert Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Titan Quest: Legendary Edition $8.75 (Reg. $22) Jewels Planet – Match 3 Games FREE (Reg. $3) Circle Clear Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Galaxy S26+ just hit new Amazon all-time lows at $235 off, Best Buy open-box units $465 off Age of Dynasties: Premium $3.50 (Reg. $7) Color Wheel FREE (Reg. $2) Lunatic Whispers $4 (Reg. $6.50) Wind Peaks $5 (Reg. $14) Meteoroid – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Adaptive Toons Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $750) Laser Tanks: Pixel RPG $0.25 (Reg. $0.50) Farm Invasion USA – Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Ninja Hero Cats Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Hero Z TPS $0.50 (Reg. $3) Seoul Exorcist 1111 $3.50 (Reg. $7) Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB up to $435 off today, 256GB $370 off Square Doodle FREE (Reg. $0.50) Friend of a Slime: Survivors $1 (Reg. $2.50) Tower UP DX $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Cube cube FREE (Reg. $0.50) How much can I spend? Premium FREE (Reg. $3) Space Shooter: Galaxy Attack FREE (Reg. $1) Candleman $3 (Reg. $5) Neo Monsters FREE (Reg. $1) Hyper Light Drifter – S.E. $2.25 (Reg. $5.50) Sproggiwood $1 (Reg. $5) Ailment: dead standoff Premium $0.50 (Reg. $2.50) Deep Heroes Tower: TD Premium $1.50 (Reg. $2.50) Paths & Danger $1 (Reg. $4) Lara Croft GO $4 (Reg. $6) The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s C $2.50 (Reg. $4.50) Vectronom $2 (Reg. $3.50) Sadhana, the spiritual journey $0.50 (Reg. $1) Minabo: A walk through life $1 (Reg. $4.50) Inua – A Story in Ice and Time $2.50 (Reg. $4) Homo Machina $2 (Reg. $3.50) Grow Dungeon Hero VIP FREE (Reg. $2) Conquistadorio $0.50 (Reg. $5) Backrooms FREE (Reg. $0.50) WINCH IT OUT $1 (Reg. $3) Lineblack – Red icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Baby Sleep PRO $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mindroid PRO Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Karaz Red – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Twilight Pro Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Red – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1) You-R Circle Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Monster Killer Pro – Shooter FREE (Reg. $1) FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.You’re reading 9to5Toys — experts digging up all the latest technology and lifestyle deals, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Toys on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out the best Apple deals, our daily podcast, and subscribe to our YouTube channel" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" ].50 (Reg. .50) Doom & Destiny Worlds .50 (Reg. ) Nerd Survivors (Reg. ) [365fun] DinoRun4 FREE (Reg. ) Doom & Destiny .50 (Reg. ) Doom & Destiny Advanced .50 (Reg. ) Alien Food Invasion Premium [cyberseo_openai model="gpt-3.5-turbo-0125" prompt="Rewrite a news story for a business publication, in a calm style with creativity and flair based on text below, making sure it reads like human-written text in a natural way. The article shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. The article shall NOT start from a title. Response language English. Generate HTML-formatted content using tag for a sub-heading. You can use only , , , , and HTML tags if necessary. Text: Reg. $1+/FREE+ Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike, Red Ronin, Doom & Destiny Worlds, Mythic Trials 2, Nerd Survivors, What Lies Underground, and more. Samsung now offering $350 off all Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra models right now and you can still land 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 7 at a giant $819 off, but all of the apps are waiting below.  Today’s highlight Android app price drops: Clovis – Premium King edition $5.25 (Reg. $7.50) What Lies Underground $1 (Reg. $3) Pixel Net White – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Mawaz Yellow – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lineblack – Yellow icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lines Circle – White Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike $3.50 (Reg. $7) Red Ronin $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mythic Trials 2 $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Doom & Destiny Worlds $1.50 (Reg. $5) Nerd Survivors $1 (Reg. $3) [365fun] DinoRun4 FREE (Reg. $1) Doom & Destiny $1.50 (Reg. $5) Doom & Destiny Advanced $1.50 (Reg. $5) Alien Food Invasion Premium $0.50 (Reg. $1) EHW Premium & stick fight FREE (Reg. $0.50) More Android app price drops still live: Galaxy Trader – Space RPG $1.75 (Reg. $3.50) Kingdom Rush Frontiers TD $1 (Reg. $2) Iron Marines 2 – Invasion RTS $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush Origins TD $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD $1 (Reg. $7) Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game $1 (Reg. $5) Subnautica: Below Zero $4 (Reg. $10) Aces of the Luftwaffe Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Stormhill Mystery (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Last Dream (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Sonya The Great Adventure Full $2 (Reg. $3) Angelo and Deemon (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Inbetween Land (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Wild Case Adventure (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Z Dawn $1 (Reg. $4) Subnautica $4 (Reg. $10) Clouds & Sheep Premium $1 (Reg. $2) Color Sheep $0.50 (Reg. $1) Tattoo Tycoon Premium $1 (Reg. $2) 1943 Deadly Desert Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Titan Quest: Legendary Edition $8.75 (Reg. $22) Jewels Planet – Match 3 Games FREE (Reg. $3) Circle Clear Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Galaxy S26+ just hit new Amazon all-time lows at $235 off, Best Buy open-box units $465 off Age of Dynasties: Premium $3.50 (Reg. $7) Color Wheel FREE (Reg. $2) Lunatic Whispers $4 (Reg. $6.50) Wind Peaks $5 (Reg. $14) Meteoroid – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Adaptive Toons Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $750) Laser Tanks: Pixel RPG $0.25 (Reg. $0.50) Farm Invasion USA – Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Ninja Hero Cats Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Hero Z TPS $0.50 (Reg. $3) Seoul Exorcist 1111 $3.50 (Reg. $7) Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB up to $435 off today, 256GB $370 off Square Doodle FREE (Reg. $0.50) Friend of a Slime: Survivors $1 (Reg. $2.50) Tower UP DX $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Cube cube FREE (Reg. $0.50) How much can I spend? Premium FREE (Reg. $3) Space Shooter: Galaxy Attack FREE (Reg. $1) Candleman $3 (Reg. $5) Neo Monsters FREE (Reg. $1) Hyper Light Drifter – S.E. $2.25 (Reg. $5.50) Sproggiwood $1 (Reg. $5) Ailment: dead standoff Premium $0.50 (Reg. $2.50) Deep Heroes Tower: TD Premium $1.50 (Reg. $2.50) Paths & Danger $1 (Reg. $4) Lara Croft GO $4 (Reg. $6) The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s C $2.50 (Reg. $4.50) Vectronom $2 (Reg. $3.50) Sadhana, the spiritual journey $0.50 (Reg. $1) Minabo: A walk through life $1 (Reg. $4.50) Inua – A Story in Ice and Time $2.50 (Reg. $4) Homo Machina $2 (Reg. $3.50) Grow Dungeon Hero VIP FREE (Reg. $2) Conquistadorio $0.50 (Reg. $5) Backrooms FREE (Reg. $0.50) WINCH IT OUT $1 (Reg. $3) Lineblack – Red icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Baby Sleep PRO $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mindroid PRO Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Karaz Red – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Twilight Pro Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Red – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1) You-R Circle Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Monster Killer Pro – Shooter FREE (Reg. $1) FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.You’re reading 9to5Toys — experts digging up all the latest technology and lifestyle deals, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Toys on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out the best Apple deals, our daily podcast, and subscribe to our YouTube channel" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" ].50 (Reg. ) EHW Premium & stick fight FREE (Reg. [cyberseo_openai model="gpt-3.5-turbo-0125" prompt="Rewrite a news story for a business publication, in a calm style with creativity and flair based on text below, making sure it reads like human-written text in a natural way. The article shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. The article shall NOT start from a title. Response language English. Generate HTML-formatted content using tag for a sub-heading. You can use only , , , , and HTML tags if necessary. Text: Reg. $1+/FREE+ Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike, Red Ronin, Doom & Destiny Worlds, Mythic Trials 2, Nerd Survivors, What Lies Underground, and more. Samsung now offering $350 off all Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra models right now and you can still land 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 7 at a giant $819 off, but all of the apps are waiting below.  Today’s highlight Android app price drops: Clovis – Premium King edition $5.25 (Reg. $7.50) What Lies Underground $1 (Reg. $3) Pixel Net White – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Mawaz Yellow – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lineblack – Yellow icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lines Circle – White Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike $3.50 (Reg. $7) Red Ronin $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mythic Trials 2 $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Doom & Destiny Worlds $1.50 (Reg. $5) Nerd Survivors $1 (Reg. $3) [365fun] DinoRun4 FREE (Reg. $1) Doom & Destiny $1.50 (Reg. $5) Doom & Destiny Advanced $1.50 (Reg. $5) Alien Food Invasion Premium $0.50 (Reg. $1) EHW Premium & stick fight FREE (Reg. $0.50) More Android app price drops still live: Galaxy Trader – Space RPG $1.75 (Reg. $3.50) Kingdom Rush Frontiers TD $1 (Reg. $2) Iron Marines 2 – Invasion RTS $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush Origins TD $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD $1 (Reg. $7) Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game $1 (Reg. $5) Subnautica: Below Zero $4 (Reg. $10) Aces of the Luftwaffe Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Stormhill Mystery (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Last Dream (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Sonya The Great Adventure Full $2 (Reg. $3) Angelo and Deemon (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Inbetween Land (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Wild Case Adventure (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Z Dawn $1 (Reg. $4) Subnautica $4 (Reg. $10) Clouds & Sheep Premium $1 (Reg. $2) Color Sheep $0.50 (Reg. $1) Tattoo Tycoon Premium $1 (Reg. $2) 1943 Deadly Desert Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Titan Quest: Legendary Edition $8.75 (Reg. $22) Jewels Planet – Match 3 Games FREE (Reg. $3) Circle Clear Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Galaxy S26+ just hit new Amazon all-time lows at $235 off, Best Buy open-box units $465 off Age of Dynasties: Premium $3.50 (Reg. $7) Color Wheel FREE (Reg. $2) Lunatic Whispers $4 (Reg. $6.50) Wind Peaks $5 (Reg. $14) Meteoroid – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Adaptive Toons Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $750) Laser Tanks: Pixel RPG $0.25 (Reg. $0.50) Farm Invasion USA – Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Ninja Hero Cats Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Hero Z TPS $0.50 (Reg. $3) Seoul Exorcist 1111 $3.50 (Reg. $7) Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB up to $435 off today, 256GB $370 off Square Doodle FREE (Reg. $0.50) Friend of a Slime: Survivors $1 (Reg. $2.50) Tower UP DX $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Cube cube FREE (Reg. $0.50) How much can I spend? Premium FREE (Reg. $3) Space Shooter: Galaxy Attack FREE (Reg. $1) Candleman $3 (Reg. $5) Neo Monsters FREE (Reg. $1) Hyper Light Drifter – S.E. $2.25 (Reg. $5.50) Sproggiwood $1 (Reg. $5) Ailment: dead standoff Premium $0.50 (Reg. $2.50) Deep Heroes Tower: TD Premium $1.50 (Reg. $2.50) Paths & Danger $1 (Reg. $4) Lara Croft GO $4 (Reg. $6) The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s C $2.50 (Reg. $4.50) Vectronom $2 (Reg. $3.50) Sadhana, the spiritual journey $0.50 (Reg. $1) Minabo: A walk through life $1 (Reg. $4.50) Inua – A Story in Ice and Time $2.50 (Reg. $4) Homo Machina $2 (Reg. $3.50) Grow Dungeon Hero VIP FREE (Reg. $2) Conquistadorio $0.50 (Reg. $5) Backrooms FREE (Reg. $0.50) WINCH IT OUT $1 (Reg. $3) Lineblack – Red icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Baby Sleep PRO $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mindroid PRO Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Karaz Red – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Twilight Pro Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Red – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1) You-R Circle Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Monster Killer Pro – Shooter FREE (Reg. $1) FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.You’re reading 9to5Toys — experts digging up all the latest technology and lifestyle deals, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Toys on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Don’t know where to start? Check out the best Apple deals, our daily podcast, and subscribe to our YouTube channel" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" ].50) More Android app price drops still live: Galaxy Trader – Space RPG .75 (Reg. .50) Kingdom Rush Frontiers TD (Reg. ) Iron Marines 2 – Invasion RTS (Reg. ) Kingdom Rush Origins TD (Reg. ) Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD (Reg. ) Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game (Reg. ) Subnautica: Below Zero (Reg. ) Aces of the Luftwaffe Premium (Reg. ) Stormhill Mystery (Full) (Reg. ) The Last Dream (Full) (Reg. ) Sonya The Great Adventure Full (Reg. ) Angelo and Deemon (Full) (Reg. ) Inbetween Land (Full) (Reg. ) The Wild Case Adventure (Full) (Reg. ) Z Dawn (Reg. ) Subnautica (Reg. ) Clouds & Sheep Premium (Reg. ) Color Sheep [cyberseo_openai model="gpt-3.5-turbo-0125" prompt="Rewrite a news story for a business publication, in a calm style with creativity and flair based on text below, making sure it reads like human-written text in a natural way. The article shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. The article shall NOT start from a title. Response language English. Generate HTML-formatted content using tag for a sub-heading. You can use only , , , , and HTML tags if necessary. Text: Reg. $1+/FREE+ Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike, Red Ronin, Doom & Destiny Worlds, Mythic Trials 2, Nerd Survivors, What Lies Underground, and more. Samsung now offering $350 off all Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra models right now and you can still land 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 7 at a giant $819 off, but all of the apps are waiting below.  Today’s highlight Android app price drops: Clovis – Premium King edition $5.25 (Reg. $7.50) What Lies Underground $1 (Reg. $3) Pixel Net White – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Mawaz Yellow – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lineblack – Yellow icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Lines Circle – White Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Undergrave -Tactical Roguelike $3.50 (Reg. $7) Red Ronin $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mythic Trials 2 $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Doom & Destiny Worlds $1.50 (Reg. $5) Nerd Survivors $1 (Reg. $3) [365fun] DinoRun4 FREE (Reg. $1) Doom & Destiny $1.50 (Reg. $5) Doom & Destiny Advanced $1.50 (Reg. $5) Alien Food Invasion Premium $0.50 (Reg. $1) EHW Premium & stick fight FREE (Reg. $0.50) More Android app price drops still live: Galaxy Trader – Space RPG $1.75 (Reg. $3.50) Kingdom Rush Frontiers TD $1 (Reg. $2) Iron Marines 2 – Invasion RTS $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush Origins TD $1 (Reg. $3) Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD $1 (Reg. $7) Kingdom Rush Vengeance TD Game $1 (Reg. $5) Subnautica: Below Zero $4 (Reg. $10) Aces of the Luftwaffe Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Stormhill Mystery (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Last Dream (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Sonya The Great Adventure Full $2 (Reg. $3) Angelo and Deemon (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Inbetween Land (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) The Wild Case Adventure (Full) $2 (Reg. $3) Z Dawn $1 (Reg. $4) Subnautica $4 (Reg. $10) Clouds & Sheep Premium $1 (Reg. $2) Color Sheep $0.50 (Reg. $1) Tattoo Tycoon Premium $1 (Reg. $2) 1943 Deadly Desert Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Titan Quest: Legendary Edition $8.75 (Reg. $22) Jewels Planet – Match 3 Games FREE (Reg. $3) Circle Clear Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Galaxy S26+ just hit new Amazon all-time lows at $235 off, Best Buy open-box units $465 off Age of Dynasties: Premium $3.50 (Reg. $7) Color Wheel FREE (Reg. $2) Lunatic Whispers $4 (Reg. $6.50) Wind Peaks $5 (Reg. $14) Meteoroid – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Adaptive Toons Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $750) Laser Tanks: Pixel RPG $0.25 (Reg. $0.50) Farm Invasion USA – Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Ninja Hero Cats Premium $1 (Reg. $3) Hero Z TPS $0.50 (Reg. $3) Seoul Exorcist 1111 $3.50 (Reg. $7) Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB up to $435 off today, 256GB $370 off Square Doodle FREE (Reg. $0.50) Friend of a Slime: Survivors $1 (Reg. $2.50) Tower UP DX $0.50 (Reg. $1.50) Cube cube FREE (Reg. $0.50) How much can I spend? Premium FREE (Reg. $3) Space Shooter: Galaxy Attack FREE (Reg. $1) Candleman $3 (Reg. $5) Neo Monsters FREE (Reg. $1) Hyper Light Drifter – S.E. $2.25 (Reg. $5.50) Sproggiwood $1 (Reg. $5) Ailment: dead standoff Premium $0.50 (Reg. $2.50) Deep Heroes Tower: TD Premium $1.50 (Reg. $2.50) Paths & Danger $1 (Reg. $4) Lara Croft GO $4 (Reg. $6) The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s C $2.50 (Reg. $4.50) Vectronom $2 (Reg. $3.50) Sadhana, the spiritual journey $0.50 (Reg. $1) Minabo: A walk through life $1 (Reg. $4.50) Inua – A Story in Ice and Time $2.50 (Reg. $4) Homo Machina $2 (Reg. $3.50) Grow Dungeon Hero VIP FREE (Reg. $2) Conquistadorio $0.50 (Reg. $5) Backrooms FREE (Reg. $0.50) WINCH IT OUT $1 (Reg. $3) Lineblack – Red icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Baby Sleep PRO $2.50 (Reg. $5) Mindroid PRO Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Karaz Red – Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1) Twilight Pro Unlock $5 (Reg. $10) Red – Icon Pack $0.50 (Reg. $1) You-R Circle Icon Pack FREE (Reg. $1.50) Monster Killer Pro – Shooter FREE (Reg. $1) FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. 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Microsoft's MDASH AI found 16 critical Windows flaws before hackers could exploit them
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Microsoft’s MDASH AI found 16 critical Windows flaws before hackers could exploit them

Microsoft is enhancing its cybersecurity measures by integrating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve real-time threat detection and response. The company offers comprehensive security solutions for various IT infrastructure aspects and fosters collaboration with other tech firms and government entities to share intelligence on emerging threats. This proactive approach aims to empower organizations worldwide to strengthen their defenses against cyberattacks.
Marathon's Game Director admits it's "overwhelming to learn" and too sweaty
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Marathon’s Game Director admits it’s “overwhelming to learn” and too sweaty

Marathon, developed by Bungie, has a specialized appeal that may hinder sustainable growth, as noted by Game Director Joe Ziegler. He described the game's learning curve as "overwhelming" and gameplay as a "hardcore sweat-fiesta," indicating a need for more relaxed options. Since its launch nearly three months ago, the game has fostered a growing core community, with players contributing fan art and lore videos. Key observations from Season 1 include the overwhelming experience for newcomers, the chaotic endgame balance, and the demand for less intense gameplay. For Season 2, two new PvE-focused modes will be introduced, including one that blends PvE with PvP and another emphasizing cooperative gameplay. New features will include the Night Marsh zone, a defensive Runner shell named 'Sentinel,' fresh weapons, and improved customization options. Additional anticipated features are a Duos rotating zone queue, a revamped matchmaking system, and an expansion of Vault size. Bungie is also working on enhancing the onboarding experience and contract system. Season 2 is set to launch on June 2, with more details to be revealed in late May.
I was worried EverQuest Legends making me too OP would ruin the magic of the classic MMO, but crushing hordes of frogloks is incredibly satisfying
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

I was worried EverQuest Legends making me too OP would ruin the magic of the classic MMO, but crushing hordes of frogloks is incredibly satisfying

EverQuest Legends allows players to equip characters with three distinct classes. Players can enhance duplicate items through an item merging system, increasing their power and stats. The game features a difficulty adjustment for zones, which strengthens monsters and improves item drops. Players can swap loadouts in towns, with character levels defaulting to the lowest equipped class while retaining alternate advancement points and gear. The item merge system enables customization by allowing players to extract abilities from one item to another. The game is designed to be accessible for new players while still appealing to veterans, with classic zones and modern quality-of-life features. The beta phase is ongoing, with major systems like raid instancing being developed. The official launch is scheduled for July.
Forza Horizon 6's return to 'wristband progression' isn't the stand-in for a career mode I wanted it to be, but maybe that's for the best
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Forza Horizon 6’s return to ‘wristband progression’ isn’t the stand-in for a career mode I wanted it to be, but maybe that’s for the best

Playground Games has announced the return of wristband progression in Forza Horizon 6, allowing players to start as a tourist in Japan and earn wristbands through races and challenges. These wristbands indicate vehicle performance tiers, starting from C-rank and progressing to B and A-rank. Players can explore the open world and participate in events with any car, but concerns arise about rapid car accumulation, especially with the Premium edition and the presence of Wheelspins, which provide high-value rewards. Forza Horizon 6 features two progression paths: the Horizon Festival and Discover Japan, offering structured engagement while rewarding players for various tasks. The game aims to balance unrestricted exploration with a sense of advancement, though it may not fully replace a traditional career mode.
How to craft strong acid in Subnautica 2
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

How to craft strong acid in Subnautica 2

In Subnautica 2, strong acid is a crucial component for crafting advanced equipment and tools. It can be obtained through two methods: the standard recipe requires 2 Necrolei Cysts, while the alternative recipe requires 1 Sulfur and 1 Gold. Many players prefer the alternative recipe due to the abundance of sulfur and gold found in hotter regions. Strong acid is essential for creating advanced batteries, Dedicated Cores, and fiber mesh, which are necessary for upgrading Tadpole chassis and enhancing equipment. Accumulating a substantial supply of strong acid is advisable for future upgrade projects.
Half-Life 3's story wouldn't be 'easy,' ex Valve Writer Chet Faliszek says: "Any sequel is a disaster nightmare that I never want to do"
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Half-Life 3’s story wouldn’t be ‘easy,’ ex Valve Writer Chet Faliszek says: “Any sequel is a disaster nightmare that I never want to do”

Former Valve writer Chet Faliszek discussed the challenges of creating a narrative for Half-Life 3, responding to claims that it would be easy to develop. He emphasized that he was not hinting at any current developments and reflected on the complexities of the game's lore, particularly questioning the significance of events from Half-Life 2 Episode Two. Faliszek expressed reluctance to revisit established lore, fearing backlash from fans, and shared concerns about the difficulties of writing sequels within established universes. He stated that he finds the prospect of sequels daunting and prefers to avoid engaging with legacy titles.
Netflix is about to flood its app with more ads, so brace yourself
AppWizard
May 15, 2026

Netflix is about to flood its app with more ads, so brace yourself

Netflix plans to enhance its advertising strategy by introducing additional ad placements within its "Clips" feed and podcasts. The company reported that its ads now reach 250 million global monthly active users, with over 80% of ad-supported members engaging with ads weekly. Netflix has expanded its ad-supported tier to 15 new countries, including Colombia, Ireland, Peru, Norway, and the Philippines. The company reported .5 billion in ad revenue at the end of 2025, marking a 16% year-over-year growth. However, it also raised subscription prices, with the Standard with Ads plan increasing from .99 to .99, the Standard Ad-Free plan rising to .49, and the Premium tier increasing to .99.
Windows 11's May Optional Update Lands on the Release Preview Channel
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Windows 11’s May Optional Update Lands on the Release Preview Channel

The May optional update for Windows 11 introduces several features, including shared audio for Bluetooth LE accessories, simultaneous camera access for multiple applications, and NPU usage visibility in Task Manager. The update also improves the Magnifier accessibility feature and aims to enhance app launch speeds and core shell experiences. Additionally, Microsoft has released a first build of version 26H1 on the Release Preview Channel, which is intended for devices powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon® X2 Series chips. Devices running version 26H1 will not be eligible for the next annual feature update scheduled for late 2026.
ON THIS DAY: Microsoft offers an olive branch for users of 'Non-Genuine' Windows PCs to get a Windows 10 upgrade
Winsage
May 15, 2026

ON THIS DAY: Microsoft offers an olive branch for users of ‘Non-Genuine’ Windows PCs to get a Windows 10 upgrade

On this day 11 years ago, Microsoft extended full Windows 10 upgrades to non-genuine Windows PCs, marking a shift in its strategy to prioritize a unified Windows ecosystem over strict licensing enforcement. Earlier in the same year, Microsoft announced that owners of licensed Windows 7 and 8.1 PCs could upgrade to Windows 10 for free within a year of its launch, and later allowed users of unlicensed versions to upgrade as well, although they would still be using unlicensed software. This decision aimed to consolidate users onto a secure platform, enhancing security and fostering a cohesive ecosystem.
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