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AppWizard

December 4, 2025

Android now warns before you open banking apps during risky calls

Google is adding new in-call scam protection tools to Android for users in the United States. The feature warns users when they share screens with unknown numbers during financial app calls and includes a 30-second alert to prevent sharing sensitive banking details. This protection has already been rolled out in the UK, India, and Brazil and applies to calls involving banking applications and peer-to-peer payment platforms.

AppWizard

December 3, 2025

Gemini is getting a ChatGPT-flavored tweak and new Maps features

Gemini is set to unveil a redesigned tool menu that resembles OpenAI's ChatGPT interface, featuring a sliding menu that integrates various functionalities like image and video generation. A new voice input feature will allow continuous recording by pressing and holding the microphone icon. Gemini will enhance its Maps integration with detailed place recommendations and the ability to export curated lists to Google Maps. Additionally, a new Labs icon in the Gemini Live interface suggests potential experimental features may be introduced soon.

AppWizard

December 2, 2025

New Android features keep you focused on what matters most

Android's Expressive Captions feature generates real-time captions that transcribe spoken words and capture the emotional nuances of the speaker's tone. It includes emotion tags such as [joyful] or [sad] to enhance understanding, especially when audio is muted. The feature also recognizes ambient sounds like [cheers and applause], providing a richer viewing experience and fostering inclusivity.

Winsage

December 2, 2025

5 Secret Windows 11 Features Everyone Should Be Using By Now

Windows 11 includes features for photo editing, advanced calculations, text extraction from screenshots, timezone management, and enhanced text formatting in Notepad. The Photos app allows users to remove objects and backgrounds from images using AI-powered editing tools. Users can erase objects by selecting the Erase option, adjusting the brush size, and brushing over the object. To remove backgrounds, users choose the Background option and use the Background brush tool. The Windows Calculator offers various modes for complex calculations, including Standard, Scientific, Graphing, Programmer, Date calculation, and Converter options. Users can switch modes via the hamburger icon and keep the Calculator window on top of other applications. The Snipping Tool enables users to copy text from screenshots. Users can take a screenshot with Win + Shift + S, open the Snipping Tool editor, select the Text actions icon, highlight the desired text, and choose to copy it. Windows 11 allows users to add multiple time zones in the Notification Center by accessing the Settings app, selecting Time & language, and navigating to Date & time to set additional clocks. Notepad has been updated to include basic text formatting options. Users can toggle on Formatting in Settings, adjust text size, create lists, and apply bold and italic styles, saving their work as Markdown files.

AppWizard

December 2, 2025

Google’s Recorder app update tweaks a key audio feature

Google has rolled out an update for its Recorder app on Pixel devices, introducing a new account switcher interface and enhancements to audio recording features. The Clear Voice feature has been rebranded as Auto Clear Voice, which now uses more storage space but retains its functionality. A new chip on the playback screen indicates when Auto Clear Voice is active and allows users to revert to the original audio. The updated account switcher UI aims to improve the management of multiple accounts within the app.

AppWizard

December 2, 2025

League of Legends is giving every role a transformative rework as part of the best slate of changes I’ve seen in years

League of Legends will introduce a battle pass system and dynamic seasonal Rifts in 2026, with a focus on enhancing balance, game duration, and introducing new formidable monsters. The season will feature a Demacia theme, with champions receiving new skins and Morgana getting a cosmetic upgrade. Role rebalancing will include Role Quests for top laners and ADCs, with improvements such as a longer-cooldown Teleport spell for top laners and increased gold acquisition for ADCs. Mid lane players will receive new tier three boots, while junglers will have enhanced movement speed and rewards. Supports will gain a dedicated control ward spot and improved gold generation. Atakhan, the Bringer of Ruin, will be retired, replaced by the new mechanic Crystalline Overgrowth. Game time will accelerate with minions spawning sooner, and Ranked play will see reinstated Solo/Duo queues and adjusted MMR calculations. Eleven new items will be introduced, including Hextech Gunblade and Stormrazor. The season launches on January 7, with changes appearing on the PBE on December 3.

AppWizard

December 1, 2025

This Gemini for Home hack lets you hear the new assistant early, with a catch

Reddit users have discovered a method to access the new Gemini voices for Google Home devices before the official rollout by manually initiating the onboarding process. This workaround allows users to change their voice settings while still using Google Assistant. The upgrade introduces ten new voice options and is part of an early access program being rolled out on a per-home basis. Users can enter a specific URL to modify voice settings on their Home and Nest devices, but the full suite of Gemini features will not be accessible through this method. The longevity of this hack is uncertain, as it is unclear if Google will address it.

Winsage

December 1, 2025

Complaints about Windows 11’s fix for File Explorer sluggishness are overblown – but they underline a fundamental problem with the OS

Windows 11 has introduced a fix in a preview build to improve the speed of File Explorer by preloading the application during system boot. Initial tests indicate a noticeable speed improvement, although it doubles RAM usage with only a modest increase in performance. Critics argue that Microsoft's approach appears reactive and lacks a comprehensive strategy for overall performance enhancement. The preloading fix does provide a tangible speed boost with manageable RAM impact, but concerns remain about the broader user experience and future updates.

Winsage

November 30, 2025

Windows 11 25H2 heralds the dawn of Intelligent Computing

Windows 11 Version 25H2 was released on November 30, 2025, marking a shift from traditional operating system upgrades to a model where Windows is treated as a living service that evolves through feature updates. This version integrates artificial intelligence, notably through the Copilot tool, enhancing user interaction by providing intelligent assistance. The update also improves performance, reliability, and security, addressing increasing cyber threats with fortified default settings and better encryption. Design refinements enhance user experience and accessibility, while energy efficiency optimizations contribute to sustainability. The retirement of Windows 10 in October 2025 emphasizes the importance of Windows 11 as the future platform, with no immediate plans for a Windows 12 release.

AppWizard

November 30, 2025

3 Samsung apps I wish other brands would copy

A user has developed a renewed appreciation for Samsung's software, particularly One UI 8, highlighting three pre-installed apps for their functionality and user-friendliness: 1. Clock: The Samsung Clock app allows a snooze interval of up to 60 minutes, adjustable even after the alarm has sounded, and offers unlimited snoozes, catering to users with chronic pain or fatigue. 2. Reminder: The Reminder app features an updated interface that simplifies setting location-based reminders and offers various templates, making it more user-friendly compared to competing apps. 3. Modes and Routines: This app enables users to create automations based on existing device data, such as weather-based notifications, and provides customizable templates for routines. Additionally, the Now Brief feature serves as a central hub for daily information but has room for improvement.