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AppWizard

May 2, 2025

App Developer Magazine may 2025

Google's Play Store has undergone a significant overhaul, resulting in a 47% reduction in app listings due to stricter enforcement, enhanced developer verification, and AI-driven moderation. This change aligns Google more closely with Apple's curated ecosystem. New tools in the Play Console Insights are designed to improve app performance for developers. Apple has achieved a milestone in emissions reduction and is preparing for WWDC 2025 on June 9. Blizzard's Diablo 4 has introduced a new mechanic called Piranhado, and SEMO has launched a game development degree program. Nutrient is expanding its cloud services, and student-led initiatives are addressing cybersecurity threats in universities. AI developments include a smart builder for converting spreadsheets into applications and AutonomyAI's autonomous agent platform.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Star Wars KOTOR 1 and 2, The Room series, more

This Thursday afternoon, the Google Play Store offers a selection of deals on Android apps and tech products. Samsung's budget-friendly S25 and S25+ smartphones are available at discounted prices, along with savings on select Samsung gaming monitors. Purchasing the Pixel 9a includes a complimentary Amazon gift card. Featured app deals include Star Wars: KOTOR 1 and 2, LIMBO, The Room series, and Ashworld.

BetaBeacon

May 1, 2025

Flappy Bird – Official Android Epic Games Store Launch Trailer

Flappy Bird, a classic mobile game developed by Flappy Bird Foundation, has launched its Android version on the Epic Games Store. The game features familiar gameplay in the Classic mode and offers a Quest Mode for new challenges. Players can now download Flappy Bird on the Epic Games Store for Android.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

This E Ink tablet that runs on Android is irreplaceable when I’m traveling

The Onyx Boox Page is a seven-inch E Ink display e-reader priced at 9. It operates on a simplified version of Android 11, allowing users to download various applications such as Kindle, TikTok, and Google Docs. The device facilitates note-taking and integrates apps for enhanced productivity. It includes a flip case for protection, customizable user interface options, and straightforward access to settings. The Boox Page features a Library and Store app for free book downloads and supports sideloading of ebooks and audiobooks. It has a battery life rated for up to six weeks, 32GB of base storage, and a microSD card slot for expansion. The device has received updates, including an AI assistant powered by ChatGPT.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

Customize JioCinema experience on Android with these tips

JioCinema offers a wide range of movies and TV shows for Android users. Users can adjust video quality based on their internet connection, manage data usage by setting limits, personalize their watchlist, and explore various genres and categories to discover new content.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

How to enable Truecaller’s widget on Android

After integrating Truecaller's widget onto your home screen, you can explore features such as reviewing recent calls and accessing contacts directly from the widget. Adjusting these settings allows you to tailor the widget's performance to your daily requirements.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

Android 16’s UI redesign reportedly shows its face in massive leak

A recent leak reveals potential redesign features for Android 16, including a blurred and transparent notification panel, a revamped lock screen with a new font and repositioned date/temperature, and geometric app icon options in the Pixel Launcher. The volume sliders will change from a pill shape to a rectangular design, and there will be updates to the Settings menu with colored icons and a new horizontal battery icon format. Android 16 is expected to debut in Q2 2025, with more details likely to be revealed at Google's I/O 2025 event. The Android 16 Beta 4 update has reached "Platform Stability," indicating that final adjustments are being made before the official rollout.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

These Facebook features could change how you use the app

Dark mode is a feature on Facebook's Android app that can be enabled through the settings menu by toggling the Dark Mode option. It is designed to reduce eye strain and provide a more comfortable browsing experience, especially in low-light environments.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

How to schedule WhatsApp messages on Android

Users can schedule messages on WhatsApp for Android by following these steps: 1. Open WhatsApp on the Android device. 2. Select the chat for the scheduled message. 3. Compose the message. 4. Access the scheduling options, usually indicated by a clock icon. 5. Set the desired date and time for sending the message. 6. Confirm the schedule to finalize the process.

AppWizard

May 1, 2025

The new Boox Go 7 series, a Kindle rival, finally makes Android apps on E Ink colorful

Boox has launched the Go 7 series, which includes the Go 7 and Go Color 7 (Gen II) e-readers. The Go 7 features a 7-inch E Ink Carta 1300 monochrome display with a 300 ppi resolution, while the Go Color 7 uses a Kaleido 3 color E Ink panel. Both models operate on Android 13, have 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, and support a microSD card. They weigh 195 grams, have adjustable front lights, and include features for handwriting with the Boox InkSense stylus. The Go 7 is priced at 9.99, and the Go Color 7 is also priced at 9.99, positioning them against competitors like the Kindle Paperwhite and Kobo Libra 2.