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Ando wants to take on Slack with a team messaging app that lets humans and agents work together
AppWizard
September 24, 2026

Ando wants to take on Slack with a team messaging app that lets humans and agents work together

In 2025, Sara Du identified challenges in integrating AI agents within communication platforms like Slack while assisting companies with MCP servers. She criticized the design of these platforms for treating AI agents as separate applications rather than team participants. Du proposed a solution to eliminate intermediaries between AI agents and teams, envisioning a system where agents could engage directly in conversations, understand decisions, ask questions, and autonomously notify humans when necessary. Du's startup, Ando, launched as a messaging platform that allows both human and AI workers to communicate seamlessly, featuring channels, direct messages, and live calls. Ando has raised a million in pre-seed and seed funding from firms like Accel and Index Ventures. Despite existing competition from platforms like Slack and Microsoft, Du sees potential for Ando to disrupt the market by focusing on AI agent integration. Currently, Ando works with clients in software, real estate, and finance across 15 countries, primarily small teams, and aims to expand its capabilities with the new funding.
Photo Roboto Is A Cozy Photography Adventure From Australian Developer Monomyth Games
AppWizard
September 24, 2026

Photo Roboto Is A Cozy Photography Adventure From Australian Developer Monomyth Games

Adelaide-based developer Monomyth Games has created a narrative photography adventure called Photo Roboto, set on an Italian island. Players assume the role of a budding photographer, completing assignments from residents while exploring the island's stories. The game features a 'Timewarp Camera' that allows players to capture images from the past, present, and future. Although a release date is not yet announced, Photo Roboto can be added to wishlists on Steam.
ARC X1 Packs a 120Hz Screen and 9,300mAh Battery Into an Android Handheld
BetaBeacon
September 24, 2026

ARC X1 Packs a 120Hz Screen and 9,300mAh Battery Into an Android Handheld

The X1 handheld gaming device uses Qualcomm's Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 Gaming Platform with 8GB of memory and 128GB of storage, expandable up to 1TB. It features a 7-inch 120Hz display and OwlOS software for a controller-first interface. The device also includes TMR sticks for precise control and a 9,300mAh battery for long gaming sessions. The price for the X1 is ₹29,500 for the Community Batch Drop, with reservations starting in October 2027.
Samsung accidentally freezes its smart fridges with a software update
AppWizard
September 24, 2026

Samsung accidentally freezes its smart fridges with a software update

Samsung has paused a SmartThings update for its smart refrigerators in South Korea due to significant malfunctions reported by users, including complete failure of the refrigerators, issues with the automatic door-opening feature, and internal lights not working. A Samsung representative confirmed that an error occurred during the testing of the software update, leading to abnormal symptoms in some units. The company is taking emergency measures and has halted the update distribution. Affected customers are advised to contact service centers, where technicians are replacing motherboards in malfunctioning units. Many customers are also seeking compensation for spoiled food, coinciding with the Chuseok holiday.
New Windows Defender zero-day blocks Microsoft antivirus updates
Winsage
September 23, 2026

New Windows Defender zero-day blocks Microsoft antivirus updates

Security researcher Abdelhamid Naceri, known as Nightmare Eclipse, released a zero-day exploit called BigDiskBuster that targets Microsoft Defender, preventing antivirus updates and leaving systems vulnerable. BigDiskBuster operates across all supported Windows versions and must run in the background to block updates. Naceri has previously released a similar exploit called UnDefend and has a history of releasing multiple zero-day exploits since April 2026 amid a dispute with Microsoft. Two weeks before BigDiskBuster, he introduced another exploit named ShieldCrash, which grants SYSTEM access and circumvents a patched flaw. Naceri's recent exploits include tools like LegacyHive, BlueHammer, RedSun, YellowKey, GreenPlasma, and MiniPlasma, all targeting Microsoft Defender and other Windows components. Microsoft has warned of potential legal action against malicious activities but has not commented on BigDiskBuster.
Internet Explorer is finally, truly dying, and Microsoft wants you ready by 2029
Winsage
September 21, 2026

Internet Explorer is finally, truly dying, and Microsoft wants you ready by 2029

Microsoft has announced the impending cessation of support for IE Mode in the Edge browser, urging organizations to begin their migration strategies. Initially set to be supported until the end of 2029, Microsoft is emphasizing proactive planning for transitioning away from legacy systems. A communication from Microsoft highlighted the importance of providing a year’s notice before the end of support for IE Mode, which is crucial for IT administrators managing legacy applications. IE Mode uses the Chromium engine while allowing access to web pages through Internet Explorer 11's Trident engine. Organizations still dependent on IE Mode need to evaluate their IT infrastructure and identify critical applications that require updates or replacements. Microsoft is offering its App Assure service to help eligible customers improve compatibility with modern Windows platforms. Early planning is essential to reduce migration risks and maintain operational efficiency.
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