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BetaBeacon

December 1, 2025

5 of the best new Android apps you need to try this December

OmniTools is an app that contains a variety of smaller tools for users, including unit conversion, math tools, and a toolkit with features like a bubble level and compass. The app has a colorful UI and offers a range of useful tools for different purposes.

Winsage

November 14, 2025

Microsoft’s President for Windows is getting cancelled on social media

Pavan Davuluri's announcement about Windows evolving into an "agentic OS" led to significant backlash from users who feel Microsoft is deviating from their expectations. The term "agentic OS" triggered criticism related to concerns over AI reliance, cloud dependency, invasive data collection, software bloat, instability, and lack of user control. Many users expressed frustration, with some migrating to Linux or macOS, and the majority of responses were hostile. Users desire a stable operating system with fast boot times, predictable updates, minimal background processes, and fewer advertisements. Recent shifts within Microsoft towards AI-driven features have intensified user reactions, highlighting a lack of trust and a disconnect between Microsoft's vision and user expectations. After receiving numerous negative comments, the post's comments were locked.

AppWizard

October 28, 2025

ChatGPT now available on KakaoTalk, S.Korea’s top messaging app

ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI Inc., has launched on KakaoTalk, South Korea's leading mobile chat platform, marking the first outcome of the partnership between Kakao Corp. and OpenAI announced in February. Kakao introduced ChatGPT for Kakao, integrating OpenAI’s GPT-5 model into the KakaoTalk interface, allowing users to access it via a new tab. Existing users can sign in with OpenAI credentials, while new users can register with their Kakao accounts. The service offers free and paid tiers, with limited access for free users. It integrates with Kakao Tools, providing access to various services like Kakao Map. Kakao is offering a subscription rebate for the paid ChatGPT Plus plan until December 31 and emphasizes user privacy regarding chat histories and data management. This launch is part of Kakao’s strategy to build an AI-agent ecosystem, which includes the Kanana service currently in beta, utilizing the Kanana Nano model for user assistance. Kakao plans to roll out Kanana across Android devices in the first quarter of next year and has launched PlayMCP for external partners to develop new content. Following the announcement, Kakao shares increased by over 4.5%.

AppWizard

September 23, 2025

OpenAI’s latest GPT-5 integrated into Korea’s top mobile chat app KakaoTalk

OpenAI Inc. is launching its generative AI platform, GPT-5, on KakaoTalk starting in October. This was announced by Kakao Corp. CEO Chung Shina at the company's annual developers conference. The integration of GPT-5 into KakaoTalk is the first result of the partnership between Kakao and OpenAI established in February. A new ChatGPT tab will be added to the KakaoTalk interface, allowing approximately 50 million users to access OpenAI’s model without a separate download. Users will be able to process and generate text and images for sharing within chatrooms. Kakao also plans to launch Kakao Agent, an AI-powered assistant that connects users to various services in its ecosystem, including gift sending, Kakao Map, reservations, and music streaming. Kakao has created PlayMCP, a platform for developers to create AI service tools. South Korea has the highest number of paid ChatGPT users outside the U.S.

AppWizard

September 18, 2025

Kakao, Toss rev up for AI super app showdown

Kakao Corp. is enhancing KakaoTalk, a messaging application used by over 90% of South Korea's 50 million residents, into an AI-driven super app through a partnership with OpenAI. They plan to integrate ChatGPT and their own large language model into KakaoTalk and Kanana, their new messenger with a conversational AI agent. Kakao aims to transform its messaging platform into a comprehensive app that includes messaging, payments, shopping, and other services. Competitors like WhatsApp, WeChat, and Line are also incorporating AI to enhance their platforms. Tencent has added its chatbot Yuanbao to WeChat, while Meta has introduced an AI chatbot for WhatsApp, and Line has launched its own AI assistant based on ChatGPT. Other Korean companies like Viva Republica and Coupang are expanding their services to include messaging and AI functionalities. The competition for super-app dominance is increasing as these advancements in AI are adopted.

Winsage

August 13, 2025

August Patch Tuesday: Authentication hole in Windows Server 2025 now has a fix

A second hole in AI systems has been discovered, raising concerns among cybersecurity experts about command injection vulnerabilities. Multiple AI-related vulnerabilities have emerged, including those linked to GitHub Copilot and Azure OpenAI, prompting organizations to reassess their AI strategies. It is important for organizations to understand their AI usage, the specific services they employ, and their responses to vulnerabilities. Discussions often focus on data residency, retention, and ownership, but security measures and policies of AI service providers are also crucial. Chief Security Officers are encouraged to reevaluate risk assessment methods, as vulnerabilities are categorized by severity, leading to questions about the reliability of these ratings. Organizations are urged to establish an internal framework for effective risk measurement.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

The best Android apps available right now

1Weather is a weather app with a clean interface, customizable widgets, and severe weather alerts, available for free with optional in-app purchases. Bitwarden is a free password manager offering unlimited storage and two-factor authentication, with premium options for enhanced features. ChatGPT is an AI service from OpenAI that allows users to perform various tasks, available for free with optional in-app purchases. Focus Go is a simple gallery app that organizes images into folders and offers a fast search and filter system, available for free. Google Drive provides 15GB of free cloud storage and integrates with Google apps for productivity, with optional in-app purchases. Google Keep is a note-taking app that allows users to create and organize notes across devices, available for free. Google Maps and Waze are leading navigation apps, offering features like offline maps and real-time traffic data, both available for free. Google Gemini is an AI tool for managing tasks and accessing information, available for free. Google Voice offers a second phone number for personal and professional use in the US, available for free with optional purchases. Microsoft SwiftKey is a customizable keyboard app with predictive text features, available for free. Mozilla Firefox is a mobile browser with extensive add-on support, available for free. Nova Launcher is a customizable launcher app for Android, available for free with an optional premium version. Pocket Casts is a podcast management app with a user-friendly interface, available for free with optional in-app purchases. Poweramp is an offline music player with extensive features, available for a free trial and optional premium version. Solid Explorer is a file manager app with a clean design and powerful features, available for a free trial and optional premium version. Tasker and IFTTT are automation tools, with Tasker catering to power users and IFTTT offering a more accessible approach, with prices starting at .49. Textra is an SMS app with customizable themes and multi-device messaging sync, available for free with optional Pro unlock. TickTick is a task management app that combines tasks, reminders, and calendar events, available for free with an optional premium plan. YouTube and YouTube Music are content apps providing vast libraries of video and music, available for free with optional premium subscriptions. Zedge offers wallpapers, ringtones, and notification sounds for device customization, available for free with optional premium content. ExpressVPN is a secure VPN service with fast speeds, 256-bit encryption, and servers in 94 countries, offering unlimited bandwidth.

AppWizard

May 28, 2025

Telegram Signs $300M Deal With Elon Musk’s xAI to Integrate Grok AI Into Its Messaging App

Telegram has partnered with Elon Musk's xAI to integrate the Grok AI service into its app for one year. The agreement includes a financial component of 0 million in cash and equity from xAI, along with 50% of the revenue from xAI subscriptions sold on Telegram. Telegram is also seeking to raise .5 billion through a bond offering, supported by investors like BlackRock, Mubadala, and Citadel, to repurchase debt from a previous bond issuance in 2021. Telegram reported a profit of million on revenues of .4 billion in 2024, and the TON token, the native currency of the TON Network, rose 18.5% following the announcement.

AppWizard

May 21, 2025

Viral Google AI Service Now Comes in Android App Form

NotebookLM, an AI-driven service from Google, has launched on the Android platform, allowing users to generate podcasts on various topics. The app enables users to gather information from multiple sources and create tailored content, including podcasts and AI-guided conversations. The podcast feature is highlighted as a significant innovation, enhancing the learning experience by making it more engaging. The app is available for download on Google Play.

Winsage

March 29, 2025

How to use the Warp AI-enabled terminal for Windows or Linux

Warp is an intelligent terminal application that enhances the terminal experience by utilizing a natural language model to interpret commands. It features a familiar interface similar to Linux or PowerShell, supports multiple tabs, and includes an output window for displaying responses and code snippets. Users can enter commands in natural language or traditional code, and it is free to use with an optional paid plan. Warp allows users to execute OS-level commands, such as listing directory contents and saving the output to a file. It also simplifies complex tasks like renaming images based on creation dates through natural language processing. Additionally, Warp can assist in coding by creating Python scripts, verifying library installations, and generating executable files using PyInstaller. The entire process can be completed quickly, demonstrating Warp's capability to streamline development for users of all skill levels.