app transition Archives

AppWizard

April 4, 2026

If you’ve got a CMF Watch, the Nothing X app is taking over: this is what you need to know

Nothing will phase out the CMF Watch app, removing it from app stores on April 3, and users are encouraged to migrate to the Nothing X app. Full functionality of the Nothing X app is expected by July 19, 2026. Users must begin transferring their data now, which will deactivate their CMF Watch app accounts. The Watch 3 Pro, launched in July 2025, features a four-channel heart rate sensor, 131 sports modes, a 1.43-inch AMOLED display, dual-band GPS, and a battery life of 13 days. CMF Watches offer budget-friendly options and have received a million investment from Optiemus to enhance their capabilities. CMF operates independently from Nothing, headquartered in India, and has created around 1,800 jobs.

Winsage

September 20, 2025

Zorin OS 18 opens its doors to those fleeing Microsoft as the Windows 10 end-of-life date looms

Windows 10 support ends on October 14, 2025. Zorin OS 18 Beta is designed for users unable to upgrade to Windows 11 due to hardware requirements. It offers OneDrive support and assistance with Windows installers to facilitate the transition to a new operating system. The interface of Zorin OS 18 resembles Windows, making it user-friendly for those migrating from Microsoft's ecosystem.

AppWizard

May 30, 2025

Google Meet will finally sunset legacy Duo features in September

Google Meet will fully replace legacy Duo calling features by September 2025. Users should update the Meet app and save their Duo call history and messages before this date. Some legacy features will be removed, but Google Meet will offer upgraded functionalities such as live captions, in-call chat, stackable effects, cloud encryption, and screen sharing. Users must keep their Meet app updated to ensure a smooth transition; if not all participants are updated, calls will revert to the legacy experience. Users are also encouraged to export their call history and video messages from the Duo app.

AppWizard

October 18, 2024

Google Meet app’s original version is officially gone for good

The original Google Meet app has ceased operations on Android devices, and users are encouraged to uninstall it and migrate to the updated version. The original app is no longer functional, and Google has removed it from the Play Store, preventing new downloads. The rebranded Meet app has achieved over 5 billion downloads, while the original had 500 million.