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AppWizard

September 22, 2026

Google removes the age barrier for Gemini study notebooks

Google is expanding access to its study notebooks within the Gemini app, designed to assist learners by creating personalized study plans based on their notes and course materials. Users with school or work-issued Google accounts can create subject-specific notebooks, take progress check quizzes, and access custom lessons. The dynamic dashboard categorizes learning objectives into "Strengths" and "Focus areas" to help identify knowledge gaps. The rollout of this feature may take up to 15 days for all users, with immediate access not available for users in the European Economic Area (EEA), although support for EEA users will be introduced soon. Users must have these features enabled by their administrators to utilize the app fully.

AppWizard

September 19, 2026

Google’s Android Bench 2.0 tests AI agents on week-long app builds

Google has launched Android Bench 2.0, an upgraded benchmark for evaluating AI coding agents, which now includes 30 long-horizon tasks that can take human engineers days or weeks to complete. The best pass rate for these tasks is around 28%, down from approximately 91% in the previous version. The benchmark measures both pass rates and completion rates, acknowledging partial progress rather than just failures. It assesses various challenges, including app creation and feature integration, using a comprehensive scoring methodology that evaluates functionality, regression checks, and visual fidelity. AI models perform better with new code than with modifications to existing systems, facing challenges in runtime validation and cross-platform conversions. The current leaderboard shows OpenAI’s GPT-6 Astra leading with a 28% pass rate, while Gemini 3.8 Flash has an 8% pass rate. Developers using AI agents should be aware that while AI can generate significant portions of applications, further refinements will require human input. The benchmark is available on Google’s Android Bench leaderboard.

AppWizard

September 18, 2026

Notebooks in Gemini arrive for Google Workspace and Education accounts

Google has rolled out the "Notebooks in Gemini" feature to business and education accounts in Google Workspace, following its integration for regular users that began in April. The feature, previously known as NotebookLM, is now part of the main Gemini interface, allowing users to create interactive learning materials, reports, and slide decks. Workspace administrators can control access to the feature, which must be enabled at the organizational level. Users in the European Economic Area (EEA) do not have access to this feature due to regional restrictions on artificial intelligence applications.

AppWizard

September 18, 2026

Android Bench 2.0 focuses on long-horizon tasks, agent evaluations

Google has released version 2.0 of Android Bench, which focuses on managing complex development tasks rather than minor adjustments. The new version evaluates tasks that may take engineers days or weeks to complete, such as adding features and building applications. A continuous scoring method has replaced the previous pass or fail system, assessing completion rates based on functionality, visual fidelity, and adherence to instructions. Various AI models have been tested, with GPT-6 Astra achieving a 28% pass rate, significantly lower than the previous scores around 90%. No model has achieved a 100% pass rate in porting cross-platform applications, with the best reaching 80%. AI performs better in writing new code than in refactoring existing code, facing challenges with architectural complexity and runtime validation. Android Bench utilized agents from model providers for evaluations and plans to incorporate various model combinations in future updates.

AppWizard

September 14, 2026

How to Convert a Website or AI-Built Web App into a Play Store-Ready Android App in 2026

Native App AI simplifies the process of converting websites or AI-generated web apps into Android applications ready for the Play Store without needing to rebuild from scratch. It allows users to input a website URL, customize the app's features, and generate APK and AAB files for testing and publishing. The platform supports various features such as push notifications, AdMob monetization, deep linking, and custom branding. It also assists in preparing necessary information for Google Play, ensuring compliance with policies and technical requirements. This service is beneficial for SaaS companies, startups, e-commerce ventures, and creators who have existing web products.

Winsage

September 6, 2026

Create Custom Windows 11 Notifications to Remind Yourself of Anything

Windows 11 includes a built-in Task Scheduler that allows users to create custom notifications for various purposes, such as reminders or alerts. Users can access Task Scheduler by searching for it in the taskbar or Start menu, and they can create a basic task by navigating to the Action menu. Notifications can be scheduled with different frequencies, including daily, weekly, monthly, or based on specific events. Users can input notification text using the "msg" command in the Program/script field. Additionally, the Microsoft Clock app allows users to set custom alarms, while the Microsoft To Do app enables task creation with attached reminders. Third-party apps like TickTick also offer similar notification functionalities.

Tech Optimizer

September 4, 2026

EDB Highlights Postgres AI Growth in Regulated Enterprise Markets

EnterpriseDB (EDB) has reported advancements in the adoption of its EDB Postgres AI (EDB PG AI) platform, which integrates transactional, analytical, and AI workloads. While 95% of enterprises aspire to become their own AI and data platforms within three years, only 13% have achieved this. EDB PG AI supports existing systems and prepares enterprises for future AI capabilities. A case study highlights PAC 2000A Conad, which restructured its data infrastructure with EDB PG AI, serving over 1,600 stores and 7,000 devices. In Korea, over billion has been invested in the sovereign AI market, with organizations seeking hybrid and on-premises solutions despite challenges from fragmented data environments. Notable users of EDB PG AI include the Industrial Bank of Korea and Shinhan EZ Insurance. EDB PG AI is built on Postgres and allows enterprises to optimize data and AI capabilities with governance at the data layer.

Winsage

September 3, 2026

Microsoft OneDrive wants to back up everything. You don’t have to let it

OneDrive offers a minimum of one terabyte of online storage for Microsoft 365 subscribers and provides seamless backup of files and settings, particularly useful when transitioning to a new PC. However, its automatic backups can lead to excessive internet bandwidth usage and clutter with unnecessary files. Recent updates allow users to opt out of OneDrive backup entirely, although the specifics of this feature are unclear. Users can also manage their experience by selectively backing up folders and regularly reviewing stored files.

AppWizard

September 2, 2026

Marketplace Content September 2026

During a summer internship at a fireworks factory, the author noted that celebrations are enhanced by vibrant colors. The Rainbow Eclipse PvP Pack by CubeCraft Games includes animated swords and armor with various colors, low fire, and short swords. The Steampunk - Original Textures pack by The Craft Stars features a retrofuturistic steampunk aesthetic. Pastel Adventures by Pathway Studios offers a pastel color palette, a custom user interface, adorable mobs, and 12 unique pastel skins. The Cube Chaos texture pack by Pathway Studios captures the essence of classic comic books. The Cherry Bonsai Treehouse by CrackedCubes provides a treetop base with cherry blossoms and unique textures. The Cute Cozy House by Heropixel Games features a dreamy design and adorable furniture. The Cityscapes Las Vegas pack by Octovon allows exploration of iconic landmarks and opulent resorts. The City Life pack by Kora Studios showcases sprawling apartment complexes and bustling city streets. The Cursed Woodland Mansion by Pathway Studios is a cleverly designed escape room set in a haunting woodland mansion. Space Mini-Golf by Waypoint Studios includes 100 distinct holes for intergalactic golfing. Mega Prehistoric Parkour by Jigarbov Productions combines parkour with baby dinosaurs. The Cute in Pink! pack by Pixel Squared offers 10 fashionable pink skins. Sakura Bliss by Yeggs features 12 cherry blossom-themed skins. The Angels vs Devils pack by Pixel Squared includes 12 skins embodying heavenly or hellish aesthetics. The Spooky Season pack by StudioU provides 13 eerie skins for Halloween. Additionally, there is a selection of Character Creator items crafted from gold.

Tech Optimizer

August 29, 2026

Overcoming the Barriers of Commercial DBs with Open Source and AI… EDB Hosts ‘PostgreSQL AI Summit’

A company's approach to artificial intelligence (AI) begins with determining the optimal structure for data storage and management, often facing challenges such as high costs of commercial databases and reliance on specific enterprise technologies. To effectively utilize AI, companies need to establish new infrastructures, including vector search capabilities, Search Augmentation Generative (RAG) systems, and data lakehouses. EDB is notable for connecting companies and technology partners that have transitioned to open-source databases. On September 3, EDB will host the 'EDB Postgres AI Summit Seoul 2026' at the Sofitel Ambassador Seoul, starting at 10:00 AM. This event is the largest PostgreSQL conference in Korea, themed 'Change the Game,' focusing on the shift from commercial databases to open-source and AI-driven frameworks, featuring real-world case studies. Approximately 300 C-level executives and IT decision-makers from various sectors are expected to attend, with participation by invitation only. The summit will include 15 sessions with customer case studies and technical presentations. Notable discussions will include IBK Industrial Bank of Korea's migration of 15 core systems to PostgreSQL, a semiconductor company's diversification of MPP databases on a DBaaS platform, and Kyobo Book Centre's database modernization strategy. Shopcast will present its development of an 'Agentic Lakehouse' integrating AI technology with a data lakehouse framework. The keynote address will be given by Kim Deok-joong, discussing organizational management strategies for integrating AI agents. The technical sessions will cover the architecture of the 'EDB Postgres AI' platform, which supports AI vector search and RAG, with live demonstrations of the analytics engine ClickHouse and LakeHouse technology for analyzing petabyte-scale data. EDB's domestic distributors and international partners will participate as sponsors. The summit aims to showcase technologies and case studies from the domestic ecosystem, addressing PostgreSQL adoption, system migration, operations, data analysis, and AI implementation. EDB manages transaction, analytics, and AI workloads using Postgres in cloud environments, serving over 1,500 global customers. Herve Timsit, EDB's Chief Revenue Officer, emphasized the event's focus on sharing tangible results and addressing the challenges of commercial databases while investing in AI infrastructure.