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AppWizard

June 4, 2025

Adobe Photoshop for Android Is Now Available for Free: Here’s Why It Is Better

Adobe has launched the main Photoshop app for Android, currently available for free on the Google Play Store. The app is in beta testing and includes familiar desktop features, premium tools, and generative AI technology such as Generative Fill and smart subject selection. This is the first authentic Adobe Photoshop app for Android, aiming to provide a comprehensive mobile editing experience that bridges the gap with desktop capabilities and supports Creative Cloud.

AppWizard

June 3, 2025

You can now use Adobe’s Photoshop app on Android phones

The latest version of the Photoshop app features new tools powered by Firefly's generative AI technology, including Generative Fill and Generative Expand, which allow users to manipulate images easily. Users can stretch images, reconstruct missing parts, and eliminate unwanted elements. Advanced tools like Object Select, Clone Stamp, Content-Aware Fill, and the Remove Tool require a premium subscription priced at .99 per month or 9.88 annually.

AppWizard

June 3, 2025

Adobe Photoshop finally launches on Android

Adobe has launched its Photoshop app for Android devices, featuring desktop-level tools and generative AI capabilities. The app includes layering, masking, and the Spot Healing Brush, with a free version offering professional-grade tools. It integrates with Adobe Stock for access to curated assets and is compatible with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Notable features include Generative Fill and Generative Expand, powered by Adobe's Firefly AI. Advanced tools like Object Select and Content-Aware Fill are available through a premium subscription priced at .99 per month or .99 annually. The beta version is available for download on the Google Play Store.

AppWizard

June 3, 2025

Adobe launches all-new Photoshop app for Android, available now

Adobe has launched a new Photoshop mobile app for Android users, fulfilling a promise made in February. The app features tools such as selections, layers, masks, Tap Select, Spot Healing Brush, Firefly-powered generative AI features, Object Select, Magic Wand, Remove, Clone Stamp, and advanced blend modes. It also includes tutorials for users. The app is available for devices running Android 11 and later, and the beta phase offers features at no cost, though the duration of the beta and potential subscription costs are not yet known.

Winsage

May 13, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3964 (Beta Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26120.3964 (KB5058496) has been released for the Beta Channel, specifically for Windows 11, version 24H2. Users on version 23H2 can choose to upgrade to version 24H2 with this build. The update introduces a new AI-powered agent in Settings for easier navigation and task automation, currently available for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel PCs coming soon. Enhanced intelligent text actions have been added to Click to Do for AMD and Intel-powered Copilot+ PCs, allowing users to summarize, create bulleted lists, or rewrite text. A dedicated FAQs section has been added to the Settings > System > About page. Several fixes have been implemented, including improvements to the Start menu, File Explorer, and voice access. Known issues include problems with PC reset display and Xbox Controller connectivity. Entra ID support for AI features in Paint and Notepad has been rolled out for IT-managed PCs.

Winsage

May 13, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5600 (Dev Channel)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26200.5581 (KB5058493) has been released to the Dev Channel. New features include enhanced intelligent text actions in Click to Do for AMD and Intel™-powered Copilot+ PCs, allowing users to Summarize, Create a bulleted list, or Rewrite text. These features are available when the default language is English and at least 10 words are selected. For users with French or Spanish as their primary language, only Summarize, Create a bulleted list, and Refine options are temporarily available. Improvements include the ability to safely remove devices compatible with Dynamic Lighting and the introduction of a FAQs section in Settings to help users find information about their PC. Fixes have been made to the Start menu, File Explorer, Voice Access, Taskbar, Windows Spotlight, and Live captions. Known issues include problems with the PC reset option and Xbox Controller connectivity. Entra ID support for AI features in Paint and Notepad has been rolled out for IT-managed PCs, allowing access to tools like Cocreator and Generative Fill in Paint, and summarization or rewriting in Notepad. Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel receive updates based on Windows 11, version 24H2, and features may evolve or be removed based on feedback.

Winsage

February 5, 2025

Hands on: Microsoft is giving classic Windows 11 Paint app a big Copilot AI upgrade

Microsoft has introduced a new Copilot button in the Paint app, accessible to all users with the release of Windows 11 Build 26120.3073 (KB5050090) in the Developer Channel of the Insider Program. This update is also available as an optional update for Windows Insiders on the Beta Channel, while those on the Canary and Dev Channels will receive it for Paint version 11.2412.271.0 and higher. The Copilot button consolidates various AI features, including Cocreator, Image Creator, Generative Erase, and Remove Background, each accompanied by descriptions to assist users. Cocreator generates images locally on Copilot+ PCs using the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) based on user prompts. Image Creator allows users to create images on an existing canvas by entering prompts and adjusting creativity levels. Generative Erase enables users to remove unwanted image portions, seamlessly blending the remaining elements. The Remove Background feature automatically eliminates backgrounds from images, with effectiveness depending on contrast and resolution. Using Image Creator requires AI credits, which are included with a Microsoft 365 subscription. The update also includes improvements to Windows Search functionality, allowing natural language searches for OneDrive files.

Winsage

February 4, 2025

Microsoft Paint brushes up on AI

Microsoft Paint is receiving an upgrade with a Copilot AI feature, currently available only to Windows Insiders. This feature includes tools such as Image Creator, which generates images from text prompts using OpenAI's DALL-E model, and Cocreator, which combines user doodles with text inputs to create unique artwork. The Generative Erase function allows users to remove objects from images while maintaining the background. Microsoft previously integrated Cocreator and generative fill into Paint in 2023. Additionally, Microsoft is enhancing its AI-powered search capabilities to include cloud storage, enabling users to find OneDrive photos by describing them.

Winsage

February 3, 2025

This Microsoft app is the latest to get infused with Copilot

Copilot+ PCs currently lack a standout feature to differentiate them from competitors. Microsoft is enhancing Copilot+ PCs with innovative features. A new Copilot menu in Paint will consolidate all AI tools into one interface, including the DALL-E-powered Cocreator, which will remain exclusive to Copilot+ PCs. Additionally, Windows Insiders with Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon can now use AI for content searches within File Explorer, with plans to extend this feature to Intel and AMD devices. This improved search allows users to find content using natural language queries.

Winsage

December 1, 2024

Win one of two Microsoft Surface CoPilot+ laptops

Two readers of RUSSH will have the chance to win a Microsoft Surface Laptop or Surface Pro, both equipped with the Copilot+ PC, valued at a combined total of ,049. The Copilot+ PC features include a Recall function for retrieving information, Click to Do for intelligent action suggestions, photo enhancement capabilities, an improved Windows search function, and support for popular applications. The devices offer all-day battery life and come in four color options. The competition closes on December 17, 2024.