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Hide.me VPN update adds redesigned dashboard and SmartGuard to Android TV
AppWizard
October 22, 2026

Hide.me VPN update adds redesigned dashboard and SmartGuard to Android TV

The latest update from Hide.me VPN features a redesigned dashboard for its Android mobile application and Android TV app, improving user navigation and access to connection settings and server selections. The update simplifies VPN connection management, particularly for smartphone and tablet users, and addresses navigation challenges for Android TV users. It includes server speed indicators for better performance comparison before connecting. Additionally, SmartGuard has been introduced to the Android TV app, providing security by blocking ads, preventing tracking, and restricting access to harmful websites. The update also enhances the WireGuard protocol for improved connection reliability. Existing users can download the update via the Google Play Store, while new users can access the application there as well. Hide.me offers a free VPN option for users to evaluate the service before committing to a paid subscription.
Broken Ranks Launches Globally on Android With PC Cross-Platform Support
BetaBeacon
October 22, 2026

Broken Ranks Launches Globally on Android With PC Cross-Platform Support

Whitemoon Games has launched Broken Ranks worldwide on Android, offering a free-to-play isometric MMORPG with cross-platform play between PC and Android. Players can switch between platforms without losing progress, and the game features seamless cross-platform progression. The launch introduces two new international servers for Europe and the Americas, with plans to add more servers as the player base grows. Whitemoon Games is also exploring expansion into South Korea and Japan.
Android Prototype Recommends Eyeglasses by Detected Face Type
AppWizard
October 21, 2026

Android Prototype Recommends Eyeglasses by Detected Face Type

A mobile research prototype has been developed that integrates image processing, deep learning, and internet-connected hardware to provide personalized eyeglass style recommendations based on facial type. The system operates through an Android application that captures or selects a user’s photograph, enhances it, and sends it to a connected device for analysis using deep-learning algorithms. The analysis determines the user's face type and generates a list of suitable eyeglass styles. The process involves four key components: image acquisition, image enhancement, remote analysis, and recommendation presentation. The smartphone acts as the user interface while computational tasks are handled by the connected device. The study does not provide quantifiable results on the accuracy of face classification or the quality of recommendations, nor does it specify details about the neural network architecture, training datasets, or criteria for facial categories. There is also no information on the dataset's size or composition, methods for determining face types, or evidence of improvements in appearance or fit.
I use Bitdefender Total Security to protect all of my devices, and it’s down to $28 at Newegg
Tech Optimizer
October 21, 2026

I use Bitdefender Total Security to protect all of my devices, and it’s down to $28 at Newegg

Bitdefender Total Security is currently available on Newegg for .99, down from its original price of .99, using the promo code EPF56892. This subscription covers up to ten devices across multiple platforms (Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS) and includes features like ransomware protection, a limited VPN, and parental controls. The deal represents a savings of approximately 72%. The subscription is for one year and does not require a long-term commitment.
Android 17 beta tackles a security loophole thieves could exploit
AppWizard
October 21, 2026

Android 17 beta tackles a security loophole thieves could exploit

Google has released Android 17 QPR3 Beta 2, which includes a security enhancement for Pixel devices that requires PIN or fingerprint authentication to modify Airplane Mode, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Mobile Data on a locked phone. Non-security tiles like Flashlight and Battery Saver remain accessible without authentication. The beta version also fixes issues such as random reboots, system crashes, Bluetooth pairing failures, and excessive idle battery drain. Users can activate the new connectivity restriction feature in Settings under Security & privacy or Display & touch.
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening Remake Reaches Android Thanks to Fan Port
BetaBeacon
October 21, 2026

The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening Remake Reaches Android Thanks to Fan Port

An unofficial Android port of The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening remake has been released by developer Nycolazs. The port includes touch controls and runs smoothly on a Samsung Galaxy S20 FE with Snapdragon 865, but may have performance issues on other devices. Users need a device running Android 11 or newer, a legitimate copy of the game for Nintendo Switch, and the necessary keys to run the port.
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