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Tech Optimizer

March 17, 2025

F-Secure Internet Security

F-Secure Internet Security provides coverage for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS platforms, but its features are more limited compared to competitors like Bitdefender Total Security and Norton 360 Deluxe. The pricing starts at .99 per year for a single license, with options for up to 25 licenses, making it competitive in the market. F-Secure has received a perfect score of 18 points from AV-Test Institute for malware protection, performance impact, and usability. In testing, F-Secure achieved a malware detection rate of 97% and a phishing detection rate of 94%. The software includes features like banking protection, scam protection, and parental controls, though the latter lacks the depth found in some competitors. The installation process is user-friendly across all platforms, but the macOS, Android, and iOS versions have fewer advanced features compared to other security suites.

AppWizard

March 5, 2025

Motorola and Lenovo’s Smart Connect app now works on all Android smartphones: Here’s what’s new

Motorola and Lenovo's Smart Connect app has expanded to support all Android devices, enhancing integration between Windows PCs and various smartphones and tablets. The app features AI-driven search capabilities, app mirroring, and efficient file sharing, and is available for free on the Google Play Store. The latest version includes AI-powered functionalities such as natural language search and commands, seamless app mirroring, and device handoff. While some premium features remain exclusive to Motorola and Lenovo devices, the app now allows broader access for other Android users. Additionally, Smart Connect has integrated support for IoT devices, enabling management of Moto Tags and Motorola-branded smartwatches.

AppWizard

March 3, 2025

Motorola and Lenovo’s Smart Connect app is expanding to all Android devices

Smart Connect is an application that integrates Windows machines with Motorola and Lenovo smartphones and tablets, and it is expanding to support all Android devices. New features include an AI-powered search for locating files across devices, natural language search and commands, and the ability to activate a phone's hotspot from a laptop. Users can also transfer apps between devices using swipe gestures or voice commands. While the app is available for download on any Windows machine, certain features will remain exclusive to Motorola and Lenovo products. Smart Connect will also support Internet of Things (IoT) devices, including Motorola-branded smartwatches. The app is available for download via the Play Store.

Winsage

November 20, 2024

This one Google app is finally here for Qualcomm Snapdragon Arm-based Windows 11 PCs

Google has announced Drive for Desktop ARM64 support, currently in open beta without the Outlook Meet plugin. The app is designed for Qualcomm Snapdragon X processors and mirrors the functionality of its x86-64 version. Users can download the setup package directly from Google. This release addresses compatibility issues for users of Qualcomm-based Windows laptops, as Google Drive was previously unable to function in compatibility or emulation mode. Microsoft has also released an ISO package for Windows 11 tailored for ARM64-based PCs, and Google plans to extend its Quick Share file-sharing app to Windows on ARM.

AppWizard

August 14, 2024

Streaming Android apps from your phone to your Windows 11 PC just got easier (if you’re lucky enough to have the right phone)

Recent updates to Samsung's One UI, specifically version 6.1.1, have improved the streaming experience from Samsung smartphones to PCs. Users no longer need to press a button each time they want to stream an app through Microsoft's Phone Link, which previously required a button press due to security changes in Android 14. The update allows for an "Always allow" setting for screen mirroring, eliminating repeated confirmations. Currently, One UI 6.1.1 is available only on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, but it is expected to be rolled out to older Galaxy devices like the S22, S23, S24, and earlier Fold models.

AppWizard

August 12, 2024

Samsung simplifies Link to Windows app mirroring in One UI 6.1.1

Samsung has improved app mirroring capabilities in One UI 6.1.1 by removing the need for repetitive approval processes for the Link to Windows feature. Currently, only the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6 support this update, while other Galaxy devices await the rollout. Users can now set permissions for app mirroring to "always allow," eliminating the need for constant approvals. Microsoft has also updated its Phone Link application, enhancing the interface for managing phone notifications and messages on a computer. The broader Galaxy lineup is expected to receive One UI 6.1.1, which includes AI enhancements, though the timeline for this rollout is unclear. The introduction of One UI 7 (Android 15) has been delayed due to the extensive capabilities of One UI 6.1.1.