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AppWizard

January 21, 2026

OpenAI enhances safety, rolls out age prediction measures in ChatGPT

OpenAI has introduced "Age Predictions" in ChatGPT for EU users, which assesses account-level factors to estimate a user's age and restrict access to sensitive content for those identified as under 18. The feature uses various indicators, including stated age and usage patterns, to enhance user safety. If a user is mistakenly restricted, they can undergo an age verification process via a service called Persona. OpenAI is also implementing additional parental controls for managing teen accounts, such as setting "quiet hours" and monitoring AI retention of information. Furthermore, OpenAI plans to launch a ChatGPT Go subscription tier in the U.S. with higher usage limits and will introduce advertisements within ChatGPT conversations, ensuring that user conversations are not used for ad targeting.

AppWizard

January 20, 2026

7 great WhatsApp alternatives for Android users — Google Messages, Discord, and more

WhatsApp has over three billion active users and includes features like video calls and image sharing. Google Messages is pre-installed on most Android devices and integrates with Google accounts, supporting RCS for cross-platform communication. Discord is popular among gamers for group chats and community engagement, using a server system for organized discussions. Session focuses on privacy with end-to-end encryption and does not require personal information for registration. Beeper aggregates various messaging services and offers zero-access encryption for chat backups. Facebook Messenger integrates with Facebook, providing essential messaging features and community engagement tools. Instagram's Direct Messages feature allows file sharing, chat customization, and integration with Spotify.

Winsage

January 12, 2026

Windows 11 Insider Build 26220.7535 Adds Narrator Copilot Features and Removal Policy

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7535 (KB5072046) to the Dev and Beta Channels, focusing on accessibility enhancements and improvements for managing Copilot features. The update introduces Copilot-powered image descriptions via the Narrator feature, allowing users to generate detailed descriptions of images on all Windows 11 devices. This functionality is available on Copilot+ PCs without cloud data transmission and is also extended to non-Copilot+ systems, though it is currently unavailable in the European Economic Area. Additionally, a new Group Policy option titled Remove Microsoft Copilot App allows administrators to uninstall the Copilot app under specific conditions. The build also includes a refresh of the Windows Spotlight desktop icon and various bug fixes addressing issues in the Start menu, File Explorer, printing dialog, Snipping Tool, and Windows Update. Known issues remain, including interaction problems in the Start menu and crashes in Settings. The features in this build are being rolled out gradually and may change before general release.

Winsage

January 12, 2026

Windows 11 Insider Build 26220.7535 Adds Narrator Copilot Features and Removal Policy

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7535 (KB5072046) for users in the Dev and Beta Channels, aligning both with Windows 11 version 25H2. The update includes accessibility enhancements, streamlined Copilot management, and various bug fixes. Notably, it integrates Copilot with Narrator, allowing users to generate descriptions of images and visual elements. This feature works on both Copilot+ and non-Copilot+ PCs, with image sharing initiated only upon user request, though it is unavailable in the European Economic Area. A new Group Policy option allows administrators to uninstall the Copilot app from managed devices under certain conditions. The update also refreshes the Windows Spotlight desktop icon and addresses several bugs, including issues in the Start menu and File Explorer. Some known issues remain, such as interaction difficulties in the Start menu and crashes in Settings. Features in this build are subject to controlled rollouts and may change before general release.

Winsage

October 1, 2025

File Explorer’s best features available in 2025 on Windows 11 version 25H2 and 24H2

In 2025, Microsoft is enhancing File Explorer on Windows 11 with AI features and improved usability. Key updates include: - Microsoft 365 Files: New "Activity" column and "Recommended" section display people icons for users with Microsoft Entra ID accounts. - Windows Share Experience: Users can pin favorite apps in the "Share using" section, generate preview thumbnails when sharing links, and adjust image compression settings. Basic image editing tools for cropping, rotating, and applying filters are now available before sharing. A new flyout suggests apps for quick sharing when dragging files. - File Explorer Address Bar: A file backup reminder can be snoozed or disabled if not already backing up files via OneDrive. - AI Integration: An "AI Actions" menu in the context menu offers features like Bing Visual Search, background blurring, object erasure, and background removal. Microsoft 365 subscribers can summarize files stored in OneDrive and SharePoint. - Performance Improvements: Faster archive extraction for large files and improved loading times for folders with extensive media collections and cloud files. Overall, these enhancements aim to refine and elevate the user experience in file management.

AppWizard

September 29, 2025

Zoho Arattai Explained: The Swadeshi Messaging App That Rivals WhatsApp, Telegram, And Signal

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan supports the Arattai messaging app developed by Zoho Corporation, which is available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. He encourages citizens to use homegrown applications like Arattai, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's promotion of Swadeshi products. The app, named after the Tamil word for "casual conversation," features document and image sharing, voice and text messaging, audio and video calls, group chats for up to 1,000 participants, and dedicated discussion channels. Arattai serves as an alternative to global messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, offering compatibility across multiple devices. While it provides end-to-end encryption for calls, messages do not have the same level of security. Since its launch, Arattai has experienced a 100-fold increase in traffic within three days, with daily sign-ups rising from 3,000 to 350,000. Zoho Corporation, founded in 1996, offers over 55 business applications and serves more than 130 million users globally.

Winsage

March 8, 2025

This hidden Windows 11 Beta feature makes sharing images a breeze

Windows 11 23H2 Beta introduces an image sharing tool integrated into the Windows Share sheet, allowing users to edit images and compress them before sharing. This feature is still in development and may have inconsistencies or bugs.

AppWizard

October 18, 2024

Android phones are about to get a big security upgrade to protect your photos

Google Play is enhancing user privacy with the introduction of the Photo Picker API, which debuted with Android 13. This feature allows users to selectively share images with applications instead of granting full access to their photo and video libraries. Google plans to enforce stricter guidelines for developers to ensure that only apps that genuinely need full gallery access can obtain it. The Photo Picker API currently lacks a search function and does not display local albums, making it challenging to locate older images. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the Pixel 9 transmitting data to Google without explicit user consent, including location and network status updates every 15 minutes. Google has stated that user security and privacy are top priorities for Pixel.

AppWizard

October 2, 2024

Gemini makes it easy to share images: now you can share with other Android apps

The Gemini app for Android has introduced an update (version 1.0.668480831) that allows users to share images directly from various applications, including Google Photos, via the Android share menu. This enhancement simplifies the sharing process, eliminating the need to navigate through the gallery within the app. Currently, the feature supports only image sharing, while links and text sharing are not supported.

AppWizard

October 2, 2024

Gemini for Android gets direct image sharing into the app

Google's Gemini AI chatbot has been updated to simplify image sharing for Android users. With the new version (v1.0.668480831), users can now share images directly from various apps, including Google Photos, into the Gemini app, reducing the complexity of the previous method. This feature currently supports only images, with links and text sharing not available. The update is being gradually rolled out and aims to improve user experience by streamlining workflows and reducing the need for navigating through multiple steps. However, shared images currently open in the full Gemini app, which may disrupt the user experience for those who prefer the overlay interface.