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Google drops 30 percent app store fee. What that means for you.
AppWizard
March 5, 2026

Google drops 30 percent app store fee. What that means for you.

Google is reducing its service fees in the Android App Store from 30 percent to 20 percent, and in some cases, down to 15 percent, following a settlement with Epic Games. The subscription fee has been lowered to 10 percent. Developers now have the option to use their own billing systems or direct users to their websites for purchases.
Valve Loses Attempt To Throw Out $900m Class Action Lawsuit
AppWizard
January 28, 2026

Valve Loses Attempt To Throw Out $900m Class Action Lawsuit

A judge has ruled against Valve's attempt to dismiss a class action lawsuit regarding allegations of overcharging and anti-competitive practices, allowing the case, initiated by lawyer Vicki Shotbolt on behalf of 14 million UK Steam users, to proceed. The lawsuit claims Valve's policies violate UK laws on anti-competitive pricing and unfair trading conditions, particularly regarding its restrictions on pricing and additional content sales on competing platforms. Valve's objections to the lawsuit were dismissed by the Competition Appeal Tribunal, which found that the proposed class definition had been adequately revised. The lawsuit seeks £656 million in restitution for UK users.
UK legal action against Valve over Steam prices gets go ahead
AppWizard
January 27, 2026

UK legal action against Valve over Steam prices gets go ahead

Valve Corporation is facing a £656 million lawsuit in the UK over allegations of unfair pricing practices related to its online store, Steam. The lawsuit, initiated by Vicki Shotbolt in 2024, claims Valve uses its market dominance to impose restrictive terms on game publishers, preventing them from offering lower prices on competing platforms. The legal documents allege Valve charges an excessive commission of up to 30%, resulting in inflated costs for UK consumers. This case is a collective action that could affect up to 14 million Steam users in the UK. Additionally, Valve is facing a separate consumer action case in the United States filed in August 2024. Steam, launched in 2003, has become the largest distribution platform for PC gaming, with over 19,000 games released in 2025, generating £8.6 billion in revenue. Valve has also introduced hardware like the Steam Deck and announced plans for the Steam Machine console.
Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Lords of Waterdeep, Legends of Heropolis DX, more
AppWizard
January 26, 2026

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Lords of Waterdeep, Legends of Heropolis DX, more

A new selection of Android game and app deals has been released, including titles like D&D Lords of Waterdeep, Forest Golf Planner, Beastie Bay DX, and Legends of Heropolis DX. Additionally, there is a 48-hour Best Buy Flash Sale featuring hundreds of price drops, including Google Pixel Watch bands, Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+, and a discount on the 44mm Galaxy Watch 8. Highlighted Android app price drops include: - D&D Lords of Waterdeep - (Regular price not specified) - Twilight Struggle - .50 (Regular price not specified) - Last Survivor: Survival Pro - FREE (Regular price not specified) - Gold Rush! Anniversary - .50 (Regular price .50) - A Normal Lost Phone - FREE (Regular price not specified) - Another Lost Phone: Laura’s Story - FREE (Regular price not specified) - Forest Golf Planner - (Regular price not specified) - Convenience Stories - .50 (Regular price not specified) - Beastie Bay DX - .50 (Regular price not specified) - Mega Mall Story 2 - (Regular price not specified) - Dream Park Story - (Regular price not specified) - Legends of Heropolis DX - .50 (Regular price not specified) - Grow Zombie VIP: Merge Zombie - FREE (Regular price not specified) - Soul Evolve: Epic Fantasy Hero - FREE (Regular price not specified) - Townopolis - (Regular price not specified) - Caves of Lore - .50 (Regular price not specified) - BlossomLine – Pink Icon Pack - FREE (Regular price not specified) - Star – Yellow Icon Pack - FREE (Regular price .50) - Swiftly Switch – Pro - .50 (Regular price .50)
Apple Music is sneakily becoming the best music streamer for Android
AppWizard
January 26, 2026

Apple Music is sneakily becoming the best music streamer for Android

Apple services have expanded beyond their ecosystem, with Apple Music now available on Android, Windows, Google TV, and ChromeOS, as well as through a web app. Apple Music offers features like Dolby Atmos and lossless audio support, making it competitive against Spotify and YouTube Music. Spotify's recent price increase has made it more expensive than Apple Music and YouTube Music. YouTube Music, while bundled with YouTube Premium, struggles as a standalone service and has audio quality limitations. Apple Music provides high-resolution lossless audio, Dolby Atmos support, and a user-friendly experience on Android, priced at .99 per month. It allows users to import libraries from various services, enhancing its appeal across different platforms.
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