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AppWizard

June 10, 2025

Six new Android features just dropped, and you can try them out today

Android 16 introduces several new features, including enhancements to RCS group chats, a redesigned Google Photos editor, and improved functionality in the Google Home app. RCS group chat updates allow users to customize group chats with unique icons and names, check RCS status of friends, and mute notifications for specific groups. The Google Photos app features a new image editor with AI-driven suggestions, a Reimagine feature for creative expression, and an Auto frame function for better image cropping. The Google Home app now includes device-specific shortcuts for easier management of smart devices and an upgraded Safety Check feature for scheduling check-ins. WearOS smartwatches can now tap city transit cards even when the Google Wallet app is closed, provided the feature is activated.

AppWizard

June 8, 2025

5 Android apps I run on my Raspberry Pi to improve my home

Running Android on a Raspberry Pi allows users to enhance their smart home experience by utilizing Waydroid to execute Android applications. The Shelly Smart Control app provides a user-friendly interface for managing Shelly devices, offering local control and cloud syncing. The Home Connect app enables control of smart appliances from brands like Bosch and Siemens, allowing centralized monitoring and automation. Fully Kiosk Browser turns the Raspberry Pi into a wall-mounted dashboard for displaying smart home information. The Aqara Home app facilitates local control of Aqara sensors and hubs, integrating with Home Assistant for device management. The Home Assistant Companion app provides seamless access to Home Assistant functionalities, including notifications and custom dashboards.

AppWizard

May 31, 2025

What’s New On Max In June 2025? ‘A Minecraft Movie,’ ‘The Gilded Age’ And More Streaming

Warner Bros.' streaming service, Max, will feature the arrival of A Minecraft Movie, which follows a group of heroes transported into the Minecraft universe. The film does not have a specific release date. The third season of The Gilded Age premieres on June 22, focusing on the rivalry between wealthy families in 1800s New York. The reboot of Sex and the City, And Just Like That…, will continue with new episodes throughout June. Max will also offer a variety of films, including Bullet Train, Parasite, and the entire Hunger Games series. New content on Max in June includes: - June 1: A Hologram for the King, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Casino, Fight Club, Parasite, and The Hunger Games series. - June 2: BBQ Brawl, Season 6. - June 3: Bullet Train. - June 4: 1000-lb Roomies, Fatal Destination. - June 5: Bea’s Block, Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose. - June 6: House Hunters International, Parthenope. - June 10: Virgins. - June 11: Guy’s Grocery Games. - June 12: Bitchin’ Rides, Mini Beat Power Rockers. - June 13: Cleaner, House Hunters, Maine Cabin Masters, Super Sara, Toad & Friends. - June 16: Hero Ball. - June 17: Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Animal Pharm, Super Mega Cakes. - June 19: Expedition Unknown, Mystery At Blind Frog Ranch. - June 20: House Hunters, Lu & The Bally Bunch, Now or Never: FC Montfermeil, Teen Titans Go!. - June 21: The Kitchen, The Never Ever Mets. - June 22: The Gilded Age, Season 3. - June 23: Match Me Abroad. - June 24: Enigma, Mean Girl Murders, The Invitation. - June 25: Rehab Addict. - June 27: House Hunters, My Mom Jayne, Pati, The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie. - June 29: #Somebody’s Son, Family or Fiancé. - June 30: 90 Day Fiancé: Pillow Talk, Truck U.

AppWizard

May 24, 2025

The new $249 Google AI Ultra plan just put a gulf between me and I/O

The Google I/O event this year focused heavily on artificial intelligence, with the introduction of the Google AI Ultra plan priced at per month. This subscription includes access to the Gemini 2.5 model, Flow with Veo 3, early access to Project Mariner, 30TB of Google One storage, and YouTube Premium. The event's presentations were primarily aimed at developers, with limited consumer-facing innovations. Key topics like Android and Wear OS were presented in a pre-recorded video, suggesting a shift in focus towards AI and Search initiatives. The high subscription cost may deter average consumers from engaging with these new offerings.

AppWizard

May 23, 2025

New on Max in June 2025: Gilded Age Season 3, Looney Tunes, and Minecraft Movie

Max will release several new titles in June 2025, including: - June 1: The documentary series The Mortician, which explores the unethical practices of a family-owned funeral home in the 1980s. - June 22: The third season of The Gilded Age, focusing on the social and economic upheaval of the American Gilded Age. - June 28: The documentary My Mom Jayne, featuring Mariska Hargitay's exploration of her relationship with her late mother, actress Jayne Mansfield. - Streaming debuts of A Minecraft Movie and The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (release dates to be announced). Additional programming includes various seasons of shows and films scheduled throughout the month.

AppWizard

May 8, 2025

Zomato on Android: Discover the most useful features

Zomato's Android app features an intuitive interface for browsing restaurant menus, allowing users to easily select items and add them to their cart. The checkout process supports various payment methods, including credit cards and digital wallets, ensuring a quick and tailored experience. Additionally, the app provides real-time order tracking, offering updates on the status of orders from the kitchen to the customer's doorstep.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Hazelight’s Split Fiction sells over 4 million copies in 2 months

Hazelight's Split Fiction sold over a million copies within two days of its release. The game is being considered for a film adaptation in collaboration with Story Kitchen, but co-founder Josef Fares is skeptical about its progress. The studio plans to continue creating original co-op experiences and has no intention of developing live service games.

BetaBeacon

April 24, 2025

VR brought out the kid in me again

Plastic Battlegrounds is a sandbox toy-based battle simulator game that allows players to embody a plastic soldier and engage in battles and scenarios in different parts of a house. The game focuses on creativity and imagination rather than advanced AI or cutting-edge graphics.

AppWizard

April 18, 2025

10 hidden easter eggs in A Minecraft Movie – The Times of India

A Minecraft Movie has grossed 6.8 million domestically and is expected to be the first film of 2025 to surpass the 0 million mark. The film opens with a recreation of Minecraft's iconic loading screen. It features Steve's village with items like an Ender Pearl and Crafting Table, which serve as nods for fans. In Natalie’s kitchen, there is a tater tot pizza and a wrestling match reminiscent of Nacho Libre. The film includes a crossover with Minecraft Legends during the final boss fight. A Swift Golem, crafted with boots, is introduced as a fast-moving character. Mojang developers Jens "Jeb" Bergensten and Torfi Frans Olafsson make cameos. YouTubers DanTDM, Aphmau, Mumbo Jumbo, and LDShadowLady appear in a storage auction scene. A crowned pig with Technoblade's skin pays tribute to him. Enchanted bows are fired by skeleton mobs during an ambush on the first night. The film features villagers with professions, including a librarian.

AppWizard

March 28, 2025

Home Chef’s New Minecraft Meal Kits Will Quell Your Hunger Points Ahead of the Hit Video Game’s First Movie

Home Chef has launched a collection of video game-inspired meal kits related to Minecraft, available for order online until April 18 at 11:59 a.m. CT. The meal kits feature eight options, including BBQ Turkey Meatloaf, Pesto Gnocchi, Beef Shepherd’s Pie, Honey Dijon Steak, Chicken Nuggets, Chicken BLT Sandwiches, Golden Apple Chicken, and Mushroom and Swiss Beef Burgers, starting at .99 per serving. New customers can get the first week of meals for .99 per serving with the purchase of six to eight meals per week and can use the code CRAFTER for a limited-edition Minecraft-inspired bag clip. The upcoming A Minecraft Movie is set to premiere on April 4, projected to open with 0 million in North America, and features a cast including Jack Black and Jason Momoa. Minecraft has sold 300 million copies since its release in 2009 and has inspired a wide range of merchandise.