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October 2, 2026

Android Auto’s weather experience is broken, and a raccoon meme isn’t going to fix it

The Authority Insights team at Android Authority discovered a potential feature for Android Auto that includes an animated raccoon providing weather updates. This feature raises concerns about driver distraction, as it contradicts the current design of Android Auto, which emphasizes clear and consistent UI elements for quick information absorption. Accurate weather information is crucial for safe driving, with over 260,000 injuries and approximately 3,800 fatalities occurring annually in weather-related accidents in the U.S. The article suggests that Google could enhance weather information on Android Auto by integrating a weather overlay into Google Maps or providing simple weather updates within the navigation dialog, rather than using an animated raccoon. The need for timely weather updates is emphasized, highlighting the importance of driver safety.

AppWizard

October 2, 2026

Android Auto’s weather experience is broken, and a raccoon meme isn’t going to fix it

In early September, the Authority Insights team at Android Authority discovered a potential feature for Android Auto that includes an animated raccoon displaying real-time weather conditions. The feature raises concerns about practicality and driver distraction, as it could detract from the user interface's efficiency, which is designed to present information clearly and quickly. Accurate weather information is crucial for drivers, as over 260,000 individuals are injured annually in weather-related accidents in the U.S., with around 3,800 fatalities. Currently, Android Auto's weather capabilities are limited, with some users lacking access to detailed weather information. Suggestions for improvement include an optional weather overlay on Google Maps or a snippet within navigation dialogs to provide timely weather updates without compromising navigation details. Enhancing voice capabilities for receiving weather updates could also improve safety. The feature discovered may not be implemented, but there is a call for a comprehensive weather alert system for Android Auto that prioritizes driver safety.

AppWizard

May 30, 2026

“Stay on target”: Helldivers 2 gets a big performance patch with upscaler support, but it isn’t working brilliantly for everybody

Helldivers 2 has released a significant update that enhances performance by introducing support for advanced upscaling technologies, including FSR 3.1.5, FSR 4.0.3 for select GPUs, DLSS 4.5, and XeSS 3.0. The update also includes variable rate shading, dynamic resolution scaling, and fine-tuned performance settings for high reflection scenarios. New resolution options for advanced monitors and improved VRAM management are part of the patch. Developers at Arrowhead collaborated with Nixxes Software for these enhancements. Community reactions have been mixed, with some players expressing frustration over certain features, particularly regarding DLSS implementation and lower frame rates. However, players appreciated a fix for a glitch that prevented manual climbing of small obstacles. Arrowhead plans to introduce extended Galactic War campaigns with branching outcomes this summer.

AppWizard

May 22, 2026

‘Minecraft’ Streamer GrammaCrackers Targeted in Swatting Incident During Charity Livestream

An 81-year-old "Minecraft" content creator known as GrammaCrackers experienced a swatting attack during a livestream, leading to a significant police response at her home. The false emergency report resulted in police vehicles, SWAT teams, and aerial surveillance units arriving at her residence. Fortunately, there were no injuries, and GrammaCrackers humorously reflected on the incident afterward. The online community has since rallied to support her fundraising efforts for her grandson's cancer treatment.

AppWizard

December 8, 2025

An AI VTuber Is Trying To Complete Hardcore Minecraft, And All Hell Is Breaking Loose

The AI VTuber Neuro-Sama, created by streamer Vedal987, is attempting to conquer Minecraft Hardcore mode, which features permadeath. She collaborates with fellow VTubers Crelly and Filian, aiming to defeat the Ender Dragon. Neuro's gameplay has been marked by impulsive decisions leading to frequent resets and amusing blunders, including reckless encounters with mobs and environmental hazards. Notable incidents include her falling into lava while building a bridge and attacking a Villager, which provoked an Iron Golem's attack. Crelly, acting as Neuro's caretaker, has expressed frustration over the AI's repeated mistakes. As of attempt number 83, Neuro has died 47 times, while her teammates have recorded 14, 13, and 10 deaths respectively. The team plans to resume their attempts on December 8.

AppWizard

December 1, 2025

New Manor Lords update leaves players “seriously impressed” as beloved city builder drops to lowest-ever price on Steam

Manor Lords, developed by Grzegorz Styczeń under the name Slavic Magic, has released a major update, version 0.8.046, which includes over 350 fixes and numerous quality-of-life enhancements. Key changes involve resource management, with players able to protect specific resource areas and a new maintenance system based on a durability counter. Additionally, worker behavior has been refined, and the update includes balance changes, AI improvements, and nearly 150 bug fixes. The game is currently priced at .99 / £22.74, its lowest price to date.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

Terrifier: The ARTcade Game (PC) Review

Terrifier: The ARTcade Game, developed by Relevo, is a tribute to the smash-em-up genre of the 1980s and 1990s, featuring a variety of game modes including classic arcade, story mode, versus, and boss rush. Players can choose from four characters: Art the Clown, the Little Pale Girl, Victoria Heyes, and Burke the orderly, each with unique abilities. The gameplay includes side-scrolling action, power-ups, and environmental interactions, with a structure of enemy tiers leading to challenging bosses. The soundtrack is created by Cody Carpenter, and the game includes visual effects reminiscent of retro gaming. It is available on Steam, PS5, and Nintendo Switch, with a standard edition priced at .99 and a limited edition at .99, which includes additional items.

AppWizard

October 30, 2025

Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection Review (PC)

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is available on PC, Nintendo Switch/Switch 2, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Digital Eclipse and published by Atari, it was released on October 30, 2025, with pricing set at .99 for the Standard edition, .99 for the Deluxe edition, and .99 for the Kollector’s Edition. The collection includes the following games: - Mortal Kombat (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat (Genesis) - Mortal Kombat (SNES) - Mortal Kombat (Game Boy) - Mortal Kombat (Game Gear) - Mortal Kombat II (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat II (Genesis) - Mortal Kombat II (32X) - Mortal Kombat II (SNES) - Mortal Kombat II (Game Boy) - Mortal Kombat 3 (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat 3 (Genesis) - Mortal Kombat 3 (SNES) - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (Arcade) - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (Arcade Wavenet) - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (SNES) - Mortal Kombat Trilogy (PlayStation) - Mortal Kombat Mythologies: Sub-Zero - Mortal Kombat 4 (Arcade) - Mortal Kombat Special Forces - Mortal Kombat Advance (GBA) - Mortal Kombat Deadly Alliance (GBA) - Mortal Kombat Tournament Edition (GBA) The unique titles in the collection are: - Mortal Kombat - Mortal Kombat II - Mortal Kombat 3 - Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 - Mortal Kombat 4 - Mortal Kombat Trilogy - Mythologies - Special Forces - Advance - Tournament Edition - Deadly Alliance Features include an on-screen move list, a trainer mode, a rewind feature, an interactive Krypt mode, a music player, a Player Kard for tracking stats, and online play. The overall score for the title selection is 2.5/5, and the overall feature score is 3.5/5, leading to a final score of 3/5 for the collection. A review copy was provided by Atari for review purposes.