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AppWizard

July 23, 2025

Google Play, Android ecosystem generated ₹4 lakh cr. in revenue for Indian app publishers in 2024: Google

On July 23, 2025, Google announced that its Play and Android ecosystem generated ₹4 lakh crore in revenue for app publishers and the economy in 2024, creating approximately 35 lakh jobs. India has the second largest number of active developers on Google Play, contributing over 10 lakh developer jobs. Surveys indicate that 72% of Indian users accessed the internet for the first time via an Android device, with 85% using Android phones as their primary gateway to digital public services. The open-source nature of Android has led to estimated savings of ₹25,200 crore in development and operational costs. At the Google I/O Connect India 2025 conference, Google introduced initiatives such as localizing data processing for Gemini 2.5 Flash, new AI tools in Firebase Studio, a training program with Unity, and partnerships with start-ups from the India AI Mission. Google is also working with BharatGen at IIT Bombay to develop Automatic Speech Recognition and Text-to-Speech models for Indic languages.

Winsage

September 18, 2024

Use Windows like a pro: 11 keyboard shortcuts that are super-handy

- The Snipping Tool in Windows 11 allows users to capture screenshots or screen recordings, with options for different selection types. Command: Windows key + Shift + S. - To minimize all open windows and reveal the desktop, use the command: Windows key + D. - To launch Task Manager and terminate unresponsive applications, use the command: Ctrl + Shift + Esc. - To launch Copilot quickly, use the command: Windows key + C. - To cycle between browser tabs, use the command: Ctrl + Tab; to navigate counterclockwise, use Ctrl + Shift + Tab. - To permanently delete a file without sending it to the Recycle Bin, use the command: Shift + Delete. - To undo the last action, use the command: Ctrl + Z. - To lock your PC, use the command: Windows key + L. - To open the emoji menu, use the command: Windows key + . (period). - To see all open windows and switch between desktops, use the command: Windows key + Tab. - To activate ‘Sticky keys’ for easier command execution, press Shift repeatedly for 5 times.

BetaBeacon

May 20, 2024

Acer unveils Swift 14 AI Windows 11 Copilot+ PC powered by Snapdragon

Acer has unveiled the Swift 14 AI laptop, which features the Snapdragon X Series platform with an integrated Neural Processing Unit capable of executing 45 Trillions of Operations Per Second. This laptop offers increased efficiency, all-day battery life, and advanced AI experiences.