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AppWizard

July 18, 2025

Gmail brings one-click appointment booking right to your inbox

Gmail users can now integrate Google Calendar booking pages directly into their email drafts using a new Calendar icon, making it easier to share real-time appointment slots. This feature aims to reduce the back-and-forth communication typically involved in scheduling. Users can access existing booking pages or create new ones by clicking the Calendar icon at the bottom of their email drafts. The feature is available to Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual subscribers, and personal Google account users, though some advanced scheduling features are limited to paid subscriptions. The rollout for Rapid Release domains has begun, with a wider release scheduled for July 28. Additionally, Gmail has introduced features like the Gemini AI assistant for summarizing emails and the ability to react to emails with emojis.

Winsage

July 15, 2025

New Windows 11 trick will improve your Galaxy Book’s battery life

Microsoft is testing a new feature called Adaptive Battery Saver Mode for Windows 11 devices, which adjusts battery usage based on workload rather than just battery level. Unlike traditional Energy Saver mode, it maintains screen brightness and allows background tasks to continue without interruption. This feature is currently being tested in the Canary Channel under build number 27898, and if successful, it will be rolled out to all Windows 11 devices. The development coincides with advancements in power-efficient processors from AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm, aimed at improving battery performance in Windows laptops.

AppWizard

July 12, 2025

The 5 rarest PC games you’ll never own

PC gaming is a significant part of the video game industry, with both digital and physical releases appealing to gamers and collectors. - Dark Souls III (Prestige Edition): Released in 2016, this edition includes an art book, a metal case, and a 40cm Lord of Cinder figure. Loose versions can sell for around , while complete editions can exceed ,000. - Garage Bad Dream Adventure: A point-and-click horror game released in 1999 with only 3,000 copies produced. Complete copies are valued between ,500 and over ,200. - Rockford: An arcade game from 1988 adapted for home computers. Loose copies are valued over ,000, while complete-in-box versions can reach upwards of ,500, and sometimes exceed ,000 at auction. - Wolfenstein 3D: Released in 1992, this first-person shooter has loose copies valued around 0 and complete editions averaging around ,200, often fetching higher at auction. - Nora Princess And Stray Cat Heart: A 2016 adult visual novel with limited physical release. Loose versions exceed ,000, and complete-in-box editions can reach prices as high as ,000 at auctions. Physical releases in PC gaming are increasingly rare and valuable, often requiring significant financial investment to acquire.

AppWizard

July 12, 2025

These 5 free add-ons make Minecraft Bedrock Edition feel brand new

Minecraft Bedrock Edition offers various free add-ons that enhance gameplay. These add-ons are compatible with platforms like Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 or 11. To install Bedrock add-ons, players can access the Marketplace, search for the add-on, and download it. After downloading, players must activate the add-ons in the world settings under Resource Packs. 1. Gravestone Add-On: Stores player items in a gravestone upon death, preventing loss from environmental hazards. 2. Uncrafting Items Add-On: Allows players to break down crafted items into base materials using an Uncrafting Table, though not for a full refund. 3. Echo Crystal Add-On: Introduces Echo Crystals that enable players to phase through blocks above them for exploration. 4. More TNT! Add-On: Adds various types of TNT with unique effects, including "Disco TNT" and "Colossal TNT." 5. Tinkers’ Construct Lite Add-On: Enhances tool crafting and customization, allowing players to build tools from different parts and materials, introducing new tools and a smelting system.

AppWizard

July 11, 2025

FYI Calendar: Dive into “A Minecraft Movie” at Wilson Park Pool on July 18

Arts One Presents is staging “The Wizard of Oz” from July 17-20 and July 24-27 at the Pat Ellis Performing Arts Center, 667 Hylton Road, Springdale. The Fort Smith Little Theatre is presenting “Oklahoma!” from July 17 to August 2 at 401 N. Sixth St., Fort Smith. The Walk and Talk Book Club is on July 11 from 9 to 9:30 a.m. at Library Park, 1507 W. Pine St., Rogers. Writers Night is on July 16 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Casa Magnolia, 414 Holcomb St., Springdale. The School For Advanced Studies is hosting a Latin Dance Night on July 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 121 W. Poplar St., Rogers. The Fayetteville Public Library has a weekly unwind session on July 16 from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Ann Henry Board Room. The Fayetteville Downtown Square & Gardens hosts a Farmer’s Market every Tuesday and Thursday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. A Handpoke Tattoo Pop-Up by Oatmilk Pokes is on July 12 from noon to 4 p.m. at Two Friends Books, 801 S.E. Eighth St., Unit 47, Bentonville. Smokehouse Cycles in Fayetteville is hosting a Bike Swap on July 13 from noon to 5 p.m. Puritan Coffee & Beer has Musical Bingo every Monday in July at 7 p.m. The “Scrap” exhibition opens on July 11 at Fenix Arts gallery and runs until August 30. The “To M(end” exhibition at Midnight Gallery runs through September 29, with an Artist Talk on July 20. The Springdale Public Library is holding a Library Card Design Contest with a submission deadline of July 26. The Scott Family Amazeum is celebrating its 10th anniversary on July 12 with a Birthday Bash. Kids can participate in the Kids Club event on July 12 at the downtown Bentonville Farmers Market. Swim Night at the Rogers Aquatic Center is on July 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. Movies in the Parks features “Shrek” on July 11 at Walker Park, Fayetteville. City Park Fayetteville is screening classic films every Friday in July. Wags to Riches Pet Grooming is having a grand opening on July 19 at 1003 S.E. 28th St., Bentonville. An Art Supply Swap is on July 16 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Fayetteville Public Library. Grace Underfanger will discuss selling art online on July 12 at the Fayetteville Public Library. The Bella Vista Community Band performs on July 15 at Blowing Springs Park at 7 p.m. Opera in the Ozarks is performing “Carmen,” “Into the Woods,” and “The Merry Widow” through July 25 at Inspiration Point Center for the Arts, Eureka Springs. Hotvine Wine Shop offers Frozen Drink Fridays throughout the summer. Rabbit Hole continues its Wabbit Wednesdays series on July 16 starting at 5 p.m. at Arsaga’s Mill District, Fayetteville. Two Friends Books is hosting a “summer mezze” feast on July 14 from 4 to 8 p.m.

AppWizard

July 9, 2025

9 best apps for the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s large display

Foldable smartphones have evolved into functional devices, with Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 featuring a book-style design and a large display. Notion is a productivity tool that benefits from the Fold 7's screen space for note-taking and managing tasks. The Kindle app enhances the reading experience by utilizing the larger display for e-books. Samsung's Good Lock app allows for device customization, including features tailored for foldable devices. The Dolphin Emulator takes advantage of the Fold 7's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset for gaming, allowing users to play GameCube and Wii titles. Super Display enables the Fold 7 to function as a portable monitor for Windows PCs. Canva's photo editor benefits from the larger display for designing graphics. Octopi Launcher allows users to customize app layouts for different screen orientations. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is the thinnest and lightest of Samsung's book-style foldables, enhancing the mobile app experience.

AppWizard

July 9, 2025

‘Minecraft’ Shares Free ‘Superman’ Movie Skins to Players Featuring Five Characters From the Film

"Minecraft" has released a new skin pack inspired by the upcoming "Superman" movie, featuring five characters: Superman, Lois Lane, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Hawkgirl (Kendra Saunders), and Mr. Terrific. The skin pack is available for free to players who own a legitimate copy of the game. The announcement was made via a post on X, and the film is set to premiere on July 11. The pack does not include Lex Luthor, but there are hints of a future appearance. Mojang Studios has also teased an upcoming "Superman" DLC with additional content, though no specific details or release dates have been provided.

Tech Optimizer

July 8, 2025

PostgreSQL Mistakes and How to Avoid Them, Video Edition

The content describes a video edition of a book titled "PostgreSQL Mistakes and How To Avoid Them," which aims to help readers learn from common PostgreSQL errors. The book covers various topics, including avoiding configuration and operational issues, maximizing utility and performance, rectifying poor SQL practices, addressing security and administration challenges, facilitating migrations and upgrades, and diagnosing problematic databases. It provides detailed explanations of mistakes, real-world examples, and actionable recommendations, along with illustrative code snippets and diagrams. The book is intended for PostgreSQL database administrators and application developers, and the author is Jimmy Angelakos, a systems and database architect.

BetaBeacon

July 4, 2025

New folding Samsung Android flagship should have plenty of space for your games

Samsung accidentally revealed the specs for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 phones, including memory and storage options. The Fold 7 will come in 12+512GB and 16GB+1TB options, while the Flip 7 will have 8+128GB and 12+512GB options. The increase in memory will benefit gamers who want to play the best mobile games on these devices. The Fold 7 is rumored to have a more powerful processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite. Samsung will likely reveal more details about these devices at its Unpacked event on July 9.

AppWizard

July 4, 2025

Chaotic hoarders beware, Minecraft is about to get an invasion of copper golem housekeepers

Copper golems and new copper equipment will be introduced in the upcoming Minecraft update, currently in testing for Bedrock and soon to be released as a Snapshot for Java. Players can create copper golems by placing a jack-o-lantern or carved pumpkin on a block of copper, which will then organize items in treasure chests. Copper will also become a legitimate equipment tier, with durability between stone and iron, allowing players to mine faster than with a stone pickaxe, but not unlocking additional materials. Copper is abundant in Minecraft's generated worlds, making it ideal for early-game use.