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AppWizard

July 31, 2026

Software takes center stage in this Pixel 11 series and Pixel Watch 5 leak

Google is set to launch the Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, and Pixel Watch 5 on August 12 in New York City. Leaked images reveal the user interface of these devices. The Pixel 11 Pro features various menus, including the home screen layout, Emergency SOS setup, TalkBack accessibility options, and Visual Voicemail functionalities. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold has a centered app drawer and a camera interface with video controls on the left and shutter, lens switching, and gallery buttons on the right. The Pixel Watch 5 showcases a circular app grid, large touch targets, and a keyboard layout optimized for its round display.

AppWizard

July 31, 2026

Gamers compress 80TB map of Minecraft’s oldest anarchy server down to a 15TB download

A team of Minecraft enthusiasts has mapped the entire 2b2t server, resulting in a 15TB compressed download that can expand to an 80TB archive. The project, known as the 2b2tplace preservation initiative, began in 2024 and concluded in April 2026 after 22 months of work using 28 bot accounts to map over one million blocks across the Overworld, Nether, and End dimensions. The team developed a custom compression format (.zvcr) to achieve an 81.25% space savings, allowing the data to be stored more efficiently. The 2b2t server, which has been operational since 2010, is known for its lack of rules and moderation, fostering a unique anarchic environment. Despite preservation efforts, concerns exist among players about the server drifting from its original spirit.

Winsage

July 30, 2026

Microsoft Quietly Adds New Windows App That Wants to Scan Your Face

Microsoft has started rolling out a new application called OneDrive Photos to select Windows 11 PCs, which automatically indexes local photo libraries and enhances user experience with AI-driven search capabilities and optional facial grouping features. The app can identify and showcase images stored locally, even without a Microsoft account, and provides AI-powered search functionality for locating photos through natural-language queries and optical character recognition. It includes a People feature that groups similar faces while ensuring privacy, with the option to disable it. OneDrive Photos is integrated with the existing OneDrive client and cannot be uninstalled independently; users must uninstall OneDrive entirely to remove the app. Microsoft has not commented on the rollout.

AppWizard

July 30, 2026

Samsung preps a Galaxy Z Fold 8 app-level feature that’s the icing on the cake

Samsung is developing a feature called "App Screen Zoom" for the Galaxy Z Fold 8, which allows users to customize the screen zoom level for individual applications, with options ranging from "Smallest" to "Largest." The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is exceeding pre-order expectations, leading to shipping delays at some retailers. The device has received positive early reviews, indicating that apps resize effectively on its screen, and it can run three apps simultaneously. The App Screen Zoom feature is expected to enhance multitasking and content visibility.

AppWizard

July 30, 2026

How to Retrieve Deleted Facebook Messenger Messages?

Deleted Facebook Messenger messages are removed from the user's view but may still exist in local storage temporarily, while Meta retains server data for specific periods based on the deletion type. 1. Unsend / Remove for Everyone: Messages are removed from all chats for up to 14 days (or 6 hours for end-to-end encrypted chats). 2. Deleted Facebook Account: Messages are removed from active servers but may remain in backup storage for 90–180 days. 3. Deleted from Your Inbox Only: Messages are removed only from the user's view; the recipient retains their copy. To recover deleted messages, users can rely on backups through Google Drive or local copies, and Facebook's "Download Your Information" feature, which may not include unsent messages. Dr.Fone – Data Recover (Android) is a recovery software that can scan phone storage for remnants of deleted messages, supporting over 14 data types across more than 6000 Android devices without needing root access or USB debugging. Steps to recover messages using Dr.Fone: 1. Access the Data Recovery tool for Android and select “Recover Android Data.” 2. Initiate a read-only scan for messages. 3. Filter and preview messages, then restore them to a chosen export location. To prevent future loss of important messages, users can: - Enable Google Drive Backup. - Archive conversations instead of deleting them. - Download a Facebook Data Archive. - Screenshot critical messages. - Enable end-to-end encrypted chats. - Use Dr.Fone for regular backups.

AppWizard

July 30, 2026

Russia accuses Telegram CEO Pavel Durov of aiding terrorism in its latest digital crackdown

Russian authorities have charged Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, with aiding terrorism, amid a crackdown on online freedoms since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The Federal Security Service (FSB) accused Telegram of failing to remove channels used by Ukrainian intelligence and extremist groups, leading to human casualties. Durov, residing abroad, is on international wanted lists and could face a life sentence if convicted. Telegram has over 1 billion global users and has not commented on the charges. Under President Putin, Russia has enforced strict internet censorship, banning major social media platforms and blocking messaging apps like Signal and Viber. Despite restrictions, many Russian officials still use Telegram. Durov was also arrested in Paris in 2024 for allegedly allowing illicit activities on the platform, and he remains under investigation in France. Additionally, Russia has been accused of using Telegram for its own recruitment efforts related to sabotage.

AppWizard

July 30, 2026

4 Android Phones That Will Get Software Updates Until 2030 And Beyond

Long-term support for smartphones is important for consumers, especially regarding data security. Security updates are typically provided, but software updates often lag, leaving devices without the latest features. Samsung committed to four years of OS updates and five years of security updates in 2022, evolving to seven years for newer devices in 2024. The Galaxy S24, launched in early 2024, will receive support through 2030. The Galaxy S23 has already concluded its software updates. Google’s Pixel 8, launched in 2023, is also expected to be supported until 2030 with seven years of updates. Nothing's Phone 3, launching in 2025, promises five years of software support and seven years of security updates, while Motorola's Signature model, debuting in 2026, is projected to be supported until 2033. OnePlus guarantees four years of software updates and five years of security updates, but none of its phones will reach the 2030 mark for new OS upgrades. Other brands like Oppo and Xiaomi lack transparency in their support policies, with Xiaomi only committing to two years of security updates.

AppWizard

July 29, 2026

Google Photos fixes a stupidly annoying step for AI edits

Google Photos has updated its app to allow users to capture photos and directly access AI editing tools without switching between the camera app and Google Photos. The new workflow enables users to take photos within the Google Photos app and immediately transition to the editing interface, streamlining the editing process. This update does not introduce new editing features but reduces the steps needed to access existing tools like Magic Editor and Reimagine.

Winsage

July 29, 2026

Windows 11 is quietly installing OneDrive Photos, another image viewer that nobody asked for

In 2026, Windows 11 users noticed the unexpected addition of OneDrive Photos to the Start menu, a photo viewer and editor installed through a Windows Update or an update to the OneDrive sync client. OneDrive Photos is integrated into the existing OneDrive installation and operates via the executable file located at C:Program FilesMicrosoft OneDriveOneDrive.App.exe. It can scan local files for photos without requiring a Microsoft account and offers functionalities similar to the Microsoft Photos app. Users cannot remove OneDrive Photos independently from OneDrive, and to prevent its installation, OneDrive must be uninstalled entirely. The app includes features like AI-driven cloud search, Optical Character Recognition (OCR), and a People section for organizing faces in images, with privacy assurances regarding facial data.

Winsage

July 27, 2026

Microsoft lays out a buffet of Windows goodies for JavaScript Developers

Microsoft has introduced "dynamic projections" that allow developers using JavaScript and TypeScript to access Windows internals more easily. The Windows Runtime API (WinRT) projection for Node.js is currently in public preview, simplifying access to Windows features without introducing new capabilities. A new single Node runtime package, dynwinrt, enables developers to generate JavaScript wrappers and TypeScript declarations for Windows features, while the winappCli package offers a command-line interface for setup and sample code. This setup utilizes Windows Metadata (winmd) to dynamically list available Windows APIs, automatically updating wrappers or declarations when API metadata changes. Developers can access various Windows functionalities, excluding UI elements, and utilize local AI capabilities for tasks such as text generation and image manipulation. Microsoft’s developments aim to align with industry trends rather than enforce a proprietary ecosystem.