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February 13, 2025

Apple TV Plus is reportedly about to debut on Android

Apple has begun rolling out its Apple TV Plus app for Android phones and tablets, allowing users to access shows like Severance. The app is available on the Google Play Store, with features such as offline downloads and saved watchlists. Users can subscribe to Apple TV Plus and MLS Season Pass through Google Play billing, but the app does not support movie rentals or purchases. It has been optimized for foldable devices. Previously, an Apple TV Plus app was available for Android TV. Other Apple apps available on Android include Apple Music and a Beats management app. An Apple TV Plus subscription costs .99 per month. The rollout of the app started on February 12th.

AppWizard

February 13, 2025

Hands-on: Apple TV finally comes to Android phones, tablets

Users of Android devices can now access a dedicated Apple TV app available in the Google Play Store, improving the experience compared to previous web and PWA access. The app features a user-friendly interface with a bottom navigation bar for Apple TV+, MLS, Downloads, and Search. It incorporates Material 3 design elements and offers a hamburger menu for tablet users. The app allows streaming options over cellular and Wi-Fi with high quality and data saver modes, and it includes download options for offline viewing. It features content carousels and a "Continue Watching" section that syncs across devices. The video player supports portrait mode and picture-in-picture functionality. However, the app currently lacks Casting support, notifications for new episodes, and requires users already signed into Apple Music to log in again. It supports Google Play Billing for subscriptions.

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February 12, 2025

Apple TV app launches for Android with TV+, MLS, and no iTunes content

Apple is launching the Apple TV app for Android users with devices running Android version 10 or newer, allowing access to Apple TV+ content, live MLB and MLS games. The app features a design that aligns with Google's Material design and is organized into four categories: Apple TV+, MLS, Downloads, and Search. Users will receive personalized recommendations in the Apple TV+ section and can access Major League Soccer streams in the MLS section. The app allows subscriptions to Apple TV+ or MLS through the Google Play billing system, but lacks integration with other streaming services and does not include iTunes content or a "Continue Watching" feature for other platforms.

AppWizard

February 12, 2025

Apple TV+ crosses enemy lines, will be available as an Android app starting today

Apple has integrated its Apple TV+ subscription service within the Android and Google TV applications, allowing users to subscribe through Google’s payment system. Apple TV+ is priced at .99 per month, with a bundled Apple One subscription available for .95 per month, which includes 2TB of iCloud storage, Apple Music, and Apple Arcade. New users can access a seven-day free trial of Apple TV+. The MLS Season Pass is available as a standalone subscription for .99 per month or for the entire season, with discounts for subscribers who opt for both Apple TV+ and the MLS Season Pass. Apple TV+ features original programming like Ted Lasso, Slow Horses, and Severance but has struggled to match subscriber numbers with competitors, reportedly having invested approximately billion in original content while holding only about 10 percent of Netflix's subscriber base.

AppWizard

November 8, 2024

Users beg for Windows 11 to keep its ability to run Android apps

Microsoft has announced the deprecation of the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA), initially introduced with Windows 11 in 2021 and released in 2022. The Amazon Appstore and all associated apps and games will cease to function by March 5, 2025. Users can continue to use the Amazon Appstore and Android applications until the deprecation date of March 5, 2024. The decision has led to significant backlash from users, with many expressing concerns about the lack of alternatives for popular applications on Windows and the importance of WSA for testing Android applications. Some users have chosen devices like the Surface Pro specifically for the ability to run Android apps. Microsoft has indicated that it does not derive significant revenue from WSA, making it unlikely to reverse its decision.

Winsage

November 8, 2024

“Don’t kill Android (WSA) in Windows 11” is now a top feedback, but will Microsoft listen?

Microsoft will discontinue the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) in 2025, along with the removal of the Amazon Appstore from the Microsoft Store. Many users rely on WSA for accessing Android applications not available on Windows, leading to significant disappointment among them. A post on the Feedback Hub advocating for WSA has received nearly 700 upvotes, indicating user frustration. WSA is seen as essential for both daily tasks and for developers testing Android applications. The decision to discontinue WSA is linked to the financial performance of the Microsoft Store and a lack of support from Google. Initially, WSA was only available in the United States, which limited its user base.

Winsage

November 1, 2024

Announcing the Microsoft Store Awards 2024 winners

Windows serves as an open platform for a diverse ecosystem of applications, with contributions from solo developers and large enterprises. The Microsoft Store is the primary destination for users to explore these applications. The winners of the 2024 Microsoft Store Awards are as follows: - AI category: djay Pro by Algoriddim - Lifestyle category: Diarium Journal & Diary by T. Parti - Personal Finance category: TradingView by TradingView, Inc. - Business category: Gamma by Gamma - Education category: Typing Land by higopage - Productivity category: Todoist: To-Do List & Planner by Doist Inc. - Music category: Apple Music by Apple Inc. - Health & Fitness category: F.lux by F.lux Software LLC - Medical category: Complete Anatomy 2024 by 3D4Medical - Developer Tools category: oh-my posh by jandedobbeleer - Social category: Pinterest by Pinterest Inc. - Creativity category: Adobe Express by Adobe - Game category: Asphalt Legends Unite by Gameloft - Rising Star category: Endel Music: Focus, Sleep, Relax by Endel Sound Each winner will receive a Store Award Winner badge in the Microsoft Store. The list is subject to final confirmation by the winners.

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October 30, 2024

Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare Now Available For PC | Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.

Rockstar Games has released Red Dead Redemption and its expansion, Undead Nightmare, for PC. This version features enhancements from the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4, including native 4K resolution at up to 144hz, support for Ultrawide and Super Ultrawide monitors, HDR10, adjustable draw distances, and shadow quality settings. It also includes full keyboard and mouse functionality, as well as support for NVIDIA DLSS 3.7 and AMD FSR 3.0 upscaling. The game is available on the Rockstar Store, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, as well as on consoles. The Official Soundtrack is available on Spotify and Apple Music.

Winsage

October 8, 2024

Apple Music for Windows finally supports collaborative playlists

Last year, Apple released a refreshed version of the Apple Music app for Windows, aiming to align its features with other platforms. Following the initial rollout, Apple introduced several updates, including support for native media keys, lyrics, a Favorites Songs playlist, and manual equalizer controls. Recent updates added collaborative playlists, expanded album art, and a new column browser for easier navigation. Users can access full-screen lyrics through a menu option or keyboard shortcut. However, key features like Dolby Atmos support and word-by-word lyrics are still missing, and users have reported bugs with lock screen media controls. The latest version is available for download from the Microsoft Store, and new subscribers can enjoy a one-month free trial. An Apple Music subscription provides access to millions of songs, personalized playlists, Lossless and Dolby Atmos streaming, tailored recommendations, and exclusive video content.

AppWizard

September 18, 2024

6 Apps That Play Hi-Res Audio At Full Quality On Android – SlashGear

High-resolution digital audio (hi-res audio) refers to recordings that exceed the CD standard of 16-bit/44.1kHz. Major subscription music streaming services like Tidal, Apple Music, and Amazon Music Unlimited now emphasize hi-res audio, while Spotify has yet to provide it. Android devices lacked native support for hi-res playback until the release of Android 14 in 2023, which allowed playback exceeding 24-bit/48kHz. USB Audio Player PRO (UAPP) is a flexible app for hi-res audio on Android, supporting bit-perfect playback and streaming from DLNA servers. Tidal supports hi-res playback natively in its Android app and has transitioned to FLAC for hi-res titles. Amazon Music Unlimited offers a large library of hi-res titles and displays DAC output information but lacks clarity on bit-perfect playback support. Apple Music supports hi-res content since May 2021, requiring users to opt in due to file size and bandwidth demands. Neutron Music Player provides advanced audio features and DSP effects for local and network playback, while Poweramp Music Player is known for its extensive format support and customization options but may complicate achieving bit-perfect playback.