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AppWizard

August 21, 2025

Govern for the glory of Rome in Anno 117

The PC Gamer editorial team, established in 1993 as a magazine, transitioned to a digital platform in 2010 and is recognized as a global authority on PC gaming. The team consists of writers from the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, each contributing unique perspectives and expertise. Their mission is to provide insightful and engaging content for gamers worldwide.

AppWizard

August 20, 2025

Smart rolls out eSIM adapter for Android users

Smart has partnered with streaming platforms CignalPlay, iWant, VivaOne, and WatchApp to provide affordable entertainment options for mobile users. The partnerships include Direct Carrier Billing, allowing payments through Smart airtime load or postpaid billing. CignalPlay offers "sachet subscriptions" starting at PhP 20 for microdramas, while Viva One provides over 400 shows with plans from PhP 99 per month and is launching Viva Movie Box for microdramas. WatchApp offers content starting at PhP 5, allowing 90 minutes of streaming. iWant has a basic plan starting at PhP 35 and features a refreshed interface and a user interface for vertical content.

AppWizard

August 20, 2025

Peak has sold 10m copies

Peak has sold approximately ten million copies to date, with a surge of 1.7 million copies sold in the past week due to a 38 percent discount on Steam. As of last week, it had reached a total of 9.7 million units sold and generated over a million in revenue. Peak was the top-selling game on Steam for the week and ranked as the third highest-grossing title during that period. It is the second indie game to surpass ten million sales, following REPO, which has sold 16.8 million units. After a decline in sales momentum, a price cut introduced eight weeks post-launch revitalized sales, leading to over 550,000 copies sold during the weekend following the discount. The game achieved its highest concurrent player count of 171,000 and recorded over 1.3 million daily active users on the same day.

AppWizard

August 18, 2025

Amazon to shut down Appstore for non-Amazon Android devices on August 20

Storyboard18 has become a leading multi-media hub for the advertising and marketing community, serving as a vital source for industry news and insights. The platform covers a wide range of topics, including advertising, marketing, media, startups, policy, and technology. It features initiatives like The Visionaries and Share The Spotlight to showcase innovation and excellence. Storyboard18 also offers engaging digital content and television programming, such as Media Dialogues With Storyboard18 and the Storyboard18 Weekend Show. The platform encourages partnership inquiries related to sales and collaboration.

AppWizard

August 8, 2025

The Essential Android Apps You Should Try This August

As of August 2025, Android users have access to a variety of applications aimed at enhancing productivity, creativity, communication, and personal development. Notable apps include: - Stream Deck: Transforms Android devices into customizable control centers for tasks like live streaming and video editing. - Bit Chat: Enables offline communication via a Bluetooth mesh network, useful in areas without Wi-Fi or cellular service. - Cantra: Allows users to remove pre-installed apps without root access, improving device performance and storage. - GM Way: Customizes social media interactions by hiding notifications and ads to create a distraction-free environment. - Textband: Facilitates the creation of shortcuts for frequently used phrases, streamlining communication. - Timeark: Adds real-time timestamps, geotags, and labels to photos and videos for accurate documentation. - Rare Vision: Offers 1980s VHS-style video effects for retro-inspired content creation. - Adobe Firefly: Uses AI to simplify design tasks, enabling users to generate images and videos easily. - Nomad Table: Connects users to local events and meetups for networking and community engagement. - Imprint: Provides bite-sized lessons on various topics, making learning accessible for busy individuals.

AppWizard

August 4, 2025

The ‘Compiling Shaders’ screen is the worst screen in gaming: here’s how to make it suck less

Developers are now compiling shaders before gameplay, leading to a shader compilation screen that displays a progress bar with potentially tens of thousands of shaders. This screen can frustrate players, who are left with nothing to do but watch the progress. Suggestions to improve this experience include integrating gameplay tips with the loading screen, using entertaining phrases during loading, compiling a single large shader instead of many small ones, introducing "No-Shader Saturdays" for gameplay without shader compilation, and allowing players to participate in the compilation process.

AppWizard

August 2, 2025

Does MrBeast use AI ‘face-swapping’ technology? YouTuber’s Minecraft video sparks debate

MrBeast is facing accusations of using artificial intelligence in his gaming videos, specifically regarding a clip from his Minecraft gameplay that sparked debate about potential "AI face-swapping technology." The clip garnered 1.6 million views and elicited mixed reactions from the online community, with some users expressing skepticism and others defending him. This is not the first time MrBeast has encountered controversy related to AI; he previously promoted an AI-powered thumbnail generator for his YouTube videos but retracted it after backlash from fellow creators and artists.

AppWizard

July 30, 2025

Tourism New Zealand Leverages GuideGeek Travel AI Technology to Drive Engagement in Fully Playable Minecraft Destination

Visitors to New Zealand can now use an AI trip planner from Matador Network's GuideGeek platform, available at newzealand.com. This tool answers common travel questions and provides personalized responses based on data from Tourism New Zealand and local businesses. Additionally, New Zealand has become the first fully playable destination in Minecraft, allowing users to explore virtual representations of iconic locations. Since its launch in late 2024, the AI has had around 200,000 unique users, with a 600% increase in interactions for those engaging with it. The initiative is part of a collaboration with 11 mana whenua groups, the tourism sector, Warner Bros., and Mojang Studios.

AppWizard

July 25, 2025

6 best streaming apps for Android phones: our picks for TV, anime, film, and more

Android users have numerous options for streaming films and TV shows. A VPN can enhance the streaming experience by providing access to more content while ensuring privacy. Netflix offers a vast library of films and series, including games, with an entry-level plan starting at .99 and a premium tier for Ultra HD at .99. Disney Plus features exclusive Marvel content and family-friendly classics, with an ad-supported tier at .99 and a premium plan at .99. BBC iPlayer is a free service supported by a license fee, offering classic shows and live TV, including major sporting events. Mubi curates cult films and provides a unique viewing experience, along with Mubi Go, which includes weekly cinema tickets. Crunchyroll is the leading platform for anime, offering new episodes on the same day they air in Japan, with a premium tier priced at .99 per month. Apple TV+ focuses on original content with high production values, priced at .99 per month.

Winsage

July 25, 2025

Windows 11 is getting a new news widget, but you’re probably not going to like it

Microsoft is enhancing the user experience of Windows 11 widgets with a new Copilot-powered news feed that replaces the traditional MSN News feed. The redesigned widget system curates content based on user interests, providing concise summaries of relevant news topics and operating significantly faster than the previous version. Users can upvote or downvote articles and exclude specific sources from their feed. Articles will now open directly within the widgets panel instead of redirecting to a separate browser window. The integration of AI aims to improve content delivery, although concerns about potential inaccuracies remain.