In-app purchases Archives

AppWizard

June 21, 2025

Understanding Android 14 Privacy Changes: Key Insights

The introduction of Android 14 features a sophisticated permissions model that requests app permissions only when needed, allowing users to choose between "approximate" and "precise" location access. Apps handling transactions must justify their need for real-time access. Background location usage must be disclosed in Play Store listings, and developers must complete Data Safety Forms. Android enforces scoped storage, isolating apps in sandboxed environments to reduce data leakage risks. Visual indicators for microphone and camera usage were introduced in Android 12, and Android 14 requires apps to specify the nature of access. In-app transactions in gaming apps must meet elevated security standards, including encryption and biometric logins, and undergo audits under PCI DSS. Background access for location services requires clear justification, and developers must submit a Permission Declaration Form. Google Play mandates disclosure of third-party SDKs and their data practices. User awareness is emphasized through concise permission dialogs and Data Safety summaries in Play Store listings. Secure login protocols like OAuth 2.0 are required for sensitive applications, with stronger encryption mandates. Apps for children must comply with COPPA and GDPR-K regulations, with manual reviews by the Play Store. Google's Privacy Sandbox initiative aims to enhance privacy in advertising practices, with expected rollout in 2024.

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June 19, 2025

Grab these retro classics on Android / iOS for free before Sega takes them down

Sega Forever program, which ported classic console titles to Android and iOS, was shut down in 2023. Sega is removing the last remaining games from the web, but they are currently free with all optional in-app purchases removed. It is recommended to download any games of interest sooner rather than later.

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June 18, 2025

Don’t hesitate and download: Legendary SEGA Android games are free, they will disappear for good soon

SEGA is offering 9 games for free on Google Play, without ads, and with permanent access. These games will soon be removed from the app stores, so users are encouraged to download them now.

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June 17, 2025

Download these now free retro mobile games before Sega removes them

Sega has discontinued support for nine retro games on iOS and Android, making them free to download and play with in-app purchases removed. The games include classics like Crazy Taxi, Streets of Rage, Super Monkey Ball, and Sonic the Hedgehog.

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June 10, 2025

Download Candy Crush Saga (free) for Windows, Android, APK, iOS and Web App | Gizmodo

Candy Crush Saga is a popular game that can be downloaded for free and played without spending any money. It is available on major platforms such as Android, iOS, and Facebook. The game is convenient, provides specific tasks for each level, and offers a rhythm of gameplay. It also has level building, little pushes on what to do, and can be soothing with its music, animations, and colors. There are alternatives to Candy Crush Saga such as Matchington Mansion, Homescapes, and Disney POP TOWN for those who enjoy puzzle games with nice graphics and smooth mechanics.

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June 8, 2025

Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – June 2025 round-up

Puzzle & Dragons 0 is a mobile game that combines match-three puzzling with combat. The game retains the original look and mechanics but removes gacha elements, allowing players to add new monsters to their team using crystals won in dungeons. The game is complex and requires time to master skills and team buffs. In-app purchases include removing ads and unlimited stamina.

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June 6, 2025

Download EA Sports FC 25 for Windows, Android, APK and iOS

EA Sports FC 25 is not free and requires payment for purchase.

AppWizard

May 31, 2025

Minecraft mobile revenue surges 44% following movie release

Mobile in-app purchases for Minecraft increased by 44% following the release of A Minecraft Movie. There was a 9% rise in active users on mobile platforms and a 41% increase on consoles. From January to mid-May 2025, daily active users for Minecraft on mobile fluctuated between 8.5 million and 10.5 million, with a peak above 10.5 million in early April. In April, Minecraft’s mobile revenue reached a three-year high of 9,000 in gross player spending. For Fallout, the release of the Fallout TV show led to a 77% rise in daily active users for Fallout Shelter and a 150% increase in in-app purchase revenue, reaching nearly 0,000 in daily mobile IAP revenue. Fallout 4 on PC saw daily unit sales peak at over 25,000 units. This engagement peak for Fallout titles occurred around mid-April and returned to baseline levels by July 2024.

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May 28, 2025

Subnautica Is Coming to Android: Time to Dive into the World Beneath the Blue

Subnautica, a survival game from 2018, is being released on Android and iOS as a premium game without ads or in-app purchases. The developers have rebuilt the interface for touchscreens and ensured that players can enjoy the full game experience, including exploring an alien underwater world, surviving in different modes, and encountering terrifying creatures. The game officially launches on July 8, and interested players can pre-register on Google Play and the App Store for early access.

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May 27, 2025

These iOS & Android Apps are Free for a While

Android Apps and Games are available for free for a limited time, including apps like Fake Call Screen, Stabilize Video, Simple Quote Widgets, Number to Word Convert, and Quick Volume Control.