customization features Archives

AppWizard

February 16, 2026

World of Warcraft leads pledge more player customization — housing, race updates, custom animations, and glyphs to merge with transmog?

World of Warcraft will release its new expansion, Midnight, with early access on February 28, 2026, and a full release on March 3, 2026. The expansion introduces a player housing system available to pre-order customers, allowing customization of personal spaces. There are currently limited housing styles for goblin players, but Blizzard plans to expand options. The development team is also working on enhancing character customization and animations, as well as integrating glyphs into the transmog system. Pre-orders for Midnight are available for .99 on Windows PC.

AppWizard

February 15, 2026

Android Auto update will put your car inside Google Maps – with customised models and colours

Android Auto is expected to introduce customizable driver avatars in Google Maps, allowing users to personalize their navigation experience. Recent findings indicate that hidden options in the latest version of Android Auto will enable drivers to modify their vehicle representation directly from the car's dashboard, similar to the customization available in the Google Maps app. Although these controls are not yet visible to users, they appear to function seamlessly across platforms. The potential for avatar customization marks a shift towards a more dynamic user interface in Android Auto, which has historically been conservative in rolling out new features. The timeline for the public release of this feature remains uncertain.

Winsage

February 14, 2026

Ex-Microsoft lead says he “fought hard” to save the vertical taskbar on Windows 11

Windows 11 has limited Taskbar customization options, notably lacking the ability to reposition it along the screen's sides. Microsoft is reportedly reconsidering this stance and may reintroduce old Taskbar options. Former Microsoft executive Mikhail Parakhin supports retaining Taskbar customization features, highlighting their historical significance since 1995. Microsoft is shifting from an AI-centric development model to a maintenance-focused approach, responding to user feedback on performance and stability. Third-party tools are available for users seeking customization options in Windows 11.

AppWizard

November 30, 2025

After three-year wait and a delay, medieval RPG’s first DLC arrives in choppy waters as fans claim it’s “overpriced”

The first Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord DLC, War Sails, was released on November 26 after a delay from June. The expansion has received mixed reviews, with over 1,000 reviews in its first four days, contrasting with the base game's 93,000 'very positive' reviews. Critics have described War Sails as "overpriced" and lacking substantial content, while some players appreciate the ship customization features and new Nord troops. The DLC is currently priced at .49 or £18.89, with an increase to .99 expected after December 10.

AppWizard

November 30, 2025

After three-year wait and a delay, medieval RPG’s first DLC arrives in choppy waters as fans claim it’s “overpriced”

Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord's DLC, War Sails, was released on November 26 after a delay from June. It is the first major paid content since the game left early access three years ago. The DLC has received mixed reviews, with over 1,000 reviews in four days, contrasting with the base game's 93,000 'very positive' reviews. Players have criticized the DLC for being perceived as overpriced and lacking substantial content compared to free mods. Some players appreciated the ship customization and enjoyed the Nord troops, while others expressed disappointment with the stealth system. The DLC is currently priced at .49 or £18.89, with a price increase scheduled after December 10.

AppWizard

October 18, 2025

Five Essential Android Apps Every Avid Reader Needs On Their Phone

The Kindle tablet and modern Android apps are enhancing the reading experience by making it more interactive and engaging. These apps offer features like virtual book clubs, personalized recommendations, text customization, and AI-generated summaries. Fable is a social platform for book lovers with virtual book clubs, highlighting passages, and customizable reading environments. Moon+ Reader allows users to read various book files, customize their experience, share text with AI resources, and track reading speed. Libby simplifies borrowing eBooks and audiobooks from libraries, with features like automatic returns and a sleep timer for audiobooks. The Amazon Kindle app provides access to over 1.5 million titles, essential reading tools, and the "Whispersync" feature for seamless format switching. Goodreads connects a community of readers, offering reviews, reading challenges, and a book scanner feature, with over 10 million downloads.

AppWizard

October 3, 2025

Android 16 Revolutionizes App Icons with Material You Customization

Google's Android 16 update introduces innovative app icon customization features, allowing users to modify app icons with various shapes, styles, and thematic integrations. The QPR2 beta mandates monochrome filters for all applications, ensuring a cohesive aesthetic across the home screen. Users can choose from five distinct icon shapes, addressing feedback on rigid designs. The update also includes forced dark mode and auto-theming for legacy applications, enhancing the overall user experience. Customizable Quick Settings panels and live notifications improve efficiency for power users. Starting October 15, 2025, developers will be required to provide adaptive icons due to new mandatory theming rules. Privacy features, such as protections against SMS one-time password hijacking, are also included.

AppWizard

September 10, 2025

Dune Awakening’s first paid DLC adds the funkiest vehicle I’ve ever seen ahead of free weekend and major sale

Dune Awakening Lost Harvest DLC introduces a new storyline involving the exploration of a downed spaceship and hidden tunnels on Arrakis, along with new armor and weapon skins. The DLC features the Treadwheel vehicle, which allows for two-player combat. A free Chapter 2 update adds new quests and customization options. A free weekend for Dune: Awakening is scheduled from September 11 to September 15, with a 20% discount available until September 22. The Lost Harvest DLC is priced at .99 / £10.99 on Steam.

AppWizard

August 20, 2025

Android 16 QPR2 Finally Can Lightly Theme All of Your App Icons

Google has introduced "Auto-Themed App Icons" in the Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1, allowing users to customize their home screens with three options: "Default," which keeps original icon colors; "Minimal," which adapts icons to the phone's theme and applies a light color mask to unsupported apps; and a non-functional "Create" button that may lead to additional customization features in future updates.

AppWizard

August 4, 2025

These are my 5 favorite e-book reader apps, but one leaps out from the page

Traveling with a single book can be challenging for avid readers, leading many to use e-readers like Android tablets, which support various e-book reader apps. Readera is highlighted as a top choice for Android e-book reading, compatible with older devices and supporting multiple file formats (EPUB, DOC, MOBI, DJVU, CHM, AZW3). It features a nostalgic interface, customizable reading options, and a free version with a premium upgrade for additional features. Moon+ Reader is noted for its visually appealing library interface and excellent file management capabilities, including integration with cloud services and online libraries. It offers various themes and an innovative highlighting system, with ads that can be removed for a fee. Librera has a clean interface with search and sorting options, multiple reading modes, and context menus for web searches and dictionary lookups, though it lacks some advanced features of other apps. FBReader is recognized for its straightforward design and essential features, suitable for users who prefer simplicity. It supports plugins for expanded functionality and has a free version that meets most users' needs. Lithium is a lightweight reader that automatically organizes e-books and offers fast loading speeds, enhancing the reading experience on modern devices.