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AppWizard

April 17, 2026

India drops proposal to mandate national biometric ID app on iPhones and Android phones

The Indian government has decided to abandon a proposal that would have required the pre-installation of the Aadhaar biometric ID app on smartphones from major manufacturers like Apple and Samsung. This decision was announced by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) after significant pushback from the tech industry. Concerns raised by manufacturers included device security, compatibility issues, and increased production costs due to the need for separate manufacturing lines for the Indian market. The Ministry of Information Technology expressed reluctance to enforce the requirement, and UIDAI confirmed that the government is not in favor of mandating the app's pre-installation.

AppWizard

January 21, 2026

Age verification expands in gaming: Minecraft selects Yoti, Discord tests Persona

Minecraft players in the UK with adult accounts will be required to complete an age verification process starting in February to access social features like chat. Microsoft is notifying players via email, and Yoti will handle the verification. Players who do not complete the verification will still have access to the game and its other features. Critics have raised concerns about age verification systems, citing risks such as data breaches and identity fraud. Yoti has successfully implemented age checks for Fortnite since 2023 without reported breaches. Discord is also implementing age checks in Australia, using k-ID technology, while Roblox employs Persona’s facial age estimation for chat access, facing issues with the system's reliability.

AppWizard

January 6, 2026

How to Install Minecraft Shaders: A Step-by-Step Guide

A legal copy of Minecraft Java Edition is required to install shaders, as they are not supported in the Bedrock edition. A compatible mod, such as Optifine or Iris, must be installed to run shaders. The installation process involves three steps: installing a mod, downloading a shader pack, and running it in the game. To install a mod, download the appropriate version from the official site, execute the .jar file, and follow the installation prompts. To download a shader pack, visit trusted sources like Curseforge or Modrinth, select the desired pack, and save the zip file. To run the shader pack, launch Minecraft with the installed mod, navigate to Video Settings, open the Shaders Folder, and drag the zip file into it. Shaders can lower FPS in Minecraft, but many options exist that balance performance and visual quality.

BetaBeacon

December 13, 2025

From repairing a broken android to magic crime investigation and dark fairy tale yuri: 5 Japanese indie visual novel games

Save My Scrap revolves around repairing an outdated personal android named Harima, revealing her and Miomaru's story through conversations and repairs. The game includes new dialogue and endings, a gallery mode, controller support, and is set to release in 2026 for various platforms.

AppWizard

December 12, 2025

Sam Altman’s Biometric ID ‘Super App’ Launches Encrypted Messaging and Crypto Payments

World, supported by Sam Altman, launched an upgraded application featuring encrypted messaging and enhanced cryptocurrency payment capabilities. The app allows users to confirm their identity as unique humans online through biometric authentication with World ID. Key features include: - World Chat offers Signal-level encryption and color-coded verification badges for user identity confirmation. - Users can receive paychecks and bank deposits directly in the app and convert funds to cryptocurrency. - The company has verified under 20 million people and aims to reach one billion iris scans. - The app includes social features aiming to create a messenger platform similar to WhatsApp or Telegram, with a focus on security. - Users verify their identity by having their iris patterns scanned by an Orb device, which converts the data into encrypted digital codes for World IDs. - Orb Minis, handheld devices for home self-scans, were introduced to ease the verification process.

AppWizard

December 12, 2025

World launches its ‘super app,’ including crypto pay and encrypted chat features

World, a biometric ID verification initiative co-founded by Sam Altman, has launched an updated app featuring an encrypted chat integration and enhanced cryptocurrency functionality. Founded in 2019 by Tools for Humanity, World aims to combat AI-generated digital impersonations and establish digital "proof of human" tools. The app's World Chat messenger offers end-to-end encryption and color-coded speech bubbles for verified contacts. Users can now send and receive cryptocurrency, receive paychecks, and deposit bank funds without prior verification. World uses an iris-scanning device called Orb for authentication, converting iris data into a unique digital code for a World ID. The company has scanned fewer than 20 million eyes, with aspirations to reach one billion. To simplify the verification process, Tools for Humanity introduced Orb Minis, hand-held devices for self-scanning eyes at home.

AppWizard

October 27, 2025

How to change your Google Pixel Watch theme

Wear OS 6 introduces ten distinct color themes for the Google Pixel Watch, enhancing its visual appeal and allowing for extensive customization. The available color options are Moonstone, Ivy, Porcelain, Iris, Lemongrass, Jade, Indigo, and Peony. Users can change their watch theme through the Settings app by selecting Display and then Color theme. The update applies to Pixel Watch 2, Pixel Watch 3, and Pixel Watch 4, featuring a new domed display that enhances the vibrancy of the color themes.

AppWizard

October 22, 2025

Samsung Galaxy XR launches: a $1,800 headset with 27MP displays that runs all Android apps

Samsung has collaborated with Google and Qualcomm to launch the Galaxy XR headset, featuring micro-OLED displays with a resolution of 3,552 x 3,840 pixels, offering refresh rates of 72Hz, 60Hz, or 90Hz, and a field of view of 109° horizontally and 100° vertically. The headset includes two external cameras for video passthrough, six world-facing cameras for inside-out tracking, four eye-tracking cameras, and a depth sensor. It weighs 545g with a separate 302g battery, providing a battery life of up to 2.5 hours for 2D video and around 2 hours for general use. Powered by the Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2 chipset, it features 16GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, supports Android applications, and integrates Google’s Gemini AI for enhanced user interaction. The Galaxy XR is available in the US and Korea for ,800, with discounts on accessories and a complimentary subscription to premium content.

AppWizard

October 21, 2025

Best Stella Sora team comps – best teams for every element

In Stella Sora, players can build powerful teams using an elemental system that includes Ignis, Aqua, Terra, Ventus, Umbra, and Lux. Each team consists of three characters with roles as Vanguard, Versatile, and Support. Effective team compositions are as follows: - Ignis: - Best comp: Amber (Vanguard), Chixia (Versatile), Flora (Support) - Alt comp: Amber, Kasimira, Flora - Aqua: - Best comp: Chitose, Freesia, Teresa - Alt comp: Shimiao, Iris, Teresa - Terra: - Best comp: Gerie, Nazuna, Ridge - Alt comp: Ridge, Nazuna, Ann - Ventus: - Best comp: Nonoha, Canace, Ann - Alt comp: Noya, Canace, Ann - Umbra: - Best comp: Caramel, Mistique, Cosette - Alt comp: Caramel, Coronis, Cosette - Lux: - Best comp: Laru, Minova, Tilia - Alt comp: Laru, Jinglin, Tilia Each composition is designed to maximize effectiveness in battles and challenges within the game.

AppWizard

October 20, 2025

Stella Sora tier list – best characters and reroll guide

The character tier list for Stella Sora at launch includes: - S Tier: Gerie, Ridge, Nazuna, Chitose - A Tier: Minova, Flora, Noya, Teresa, Cosette, Freesia, Chixia, Mistique, Tilia, Nonoha, Ann - B Tier: Canace, Jinglin, Caramel - C Tier: Kasimara, Coronis, Iris - F Tier: Laru, Shimiao, Amber All characters except Chitose can be obtained for free from the starting banner. The tier list focuses on four and five-star characters, excluding equippable discs. Duplicate pulls can unlock new passive abilities, allowing some four-star characters to outperform five-star ones. Players can perform a complimentary 10-pull summon after completing the prologue, with the option to reroll up to 20 times during the tutorial banner. To continue pulling from the standard banner, players must reach level 4 and complete the first page of Growth missions for additional gems. When rerolling, players should aim for one five-star damage character from the S-tier and several top-tier four-star characters, ideally from Vanguard or Support roles. A balanced team should consist of a Vanguard, Support, and Attacker. Players can replace any of the five saved pulls if desired.