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June 4, 2025

Adobe Photoshop for Android Is Now Available for Free: Here’s Why It Is Better

Adobe has launched the main Photoshop app for Android, currently available for free on the Google Play Store. The app is in beta testing and includes familiar desktop features, premium tools, and generative AI technology such as Generative Fill and smart subject selection. This is the first authentic Adobe Photoshop app for Android, aiming to provide a comprehensive mobile editing experience that bridges the gap with desktop capabilities and supports Creative Cloud.

AppWizard

May 22, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Agent A, Fury of Dracula, Aporkalypse, more

The Google Play Store is currently offering a 5 discount on the unlocked Pixel 9 Pro Fold smartphone, a 0 reduction on Lenovo’s touchscreen Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition Copilot+ PC, and discounts of up to ,400 on Samsung OLED smart TVs. Additionally, notable app highlights include Agent A, Fury of Dracula, Aporkalypse, and Homo Machina.

AppWizard

May 14, 2025

APK Full Form in Android: Explained for Gamers and App Lovers

APK stands for Android Application Package, which is a file format essential for distributing, installing, and managing mobile applications on the Android platform. An APK contains all the necessary code, resources, and instructions for an app to run on Android devices. Key components of an APK include DEX files (app code), assets and resources (images, sounds, layouts), certificates and security signatures (for verification), and the AndroidManifest.xml file (which outlines permissions and components). When an app is installed, the APK is unpacked, permissions are granted, and its integrity is verified through digital signatures. APK files support various applications and games, allowing for manual installations and updates, and they ensure universal compatibility across devices. Users can adjust security settings to allow installations from unknown sources, but Android restricts this by default for safety.

AppWizard

May 7, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Streets of Rage 4, Roundguard, Front Armies, more

The afternoon features various Android game and app deals, including a significant discount on the 1TB unlocked Pixel 9 Pro XL. The device is now available at a notable price reduction. Additionally, Spigen’s Lite Fit fabric Galaxy Watch Ultra Band is offered at an attractive price. Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab S10 FE/+ is also highlighted for its performance and functionality. Notable app deals include "Streets of Rage 4," "Roundguard," and "Front Armies."

AppWizard

April 30, 2025

Google Drive for Android could soon get Gemini-powered features (APK teardown)

Google Drive will introduce Gemini-powered features on the web to enhance user experience and productivity, allowing users to summarize files and folders, engage in discussions, retrieve quick facts, and create new images or files. These features are not yet available on the Google Drive app for Android, but an APK teardown of version 2.25.170.0 indicates that they may soon be integrated into the mobile app. Some features enabled in the latest release include summarizing folders, responding to inquiries, and assisting with writing tasks, while advanced functionalities like summarizing specific files and creating new images are still pending. The rollout of these features may occur in phases, with further enhancements expected in future updates.

AppWizard

April 28, 2025

5 ways to use the Linux terminal on your Android phone

Android 15 includes a fully functional Linux terminal, allowing users to execute familiar commands, though running GUI applications can be challenging. With Android 16, the terminal receives more space. Users can connect to remote machines via SSH by configuring the SSH config file for easier access. The terminal serves as a platform for learning the Linux command line, executing commands, and accessing manuals. Developers can use it for coding, with Python pre-installed, and can create applications directly on their devices. The terminal also supports the installation of the MariaDB database server for database management. Additionally, users can create hidden files for storing sensitive notes using the Nano editor.

AppWizard

April 9, 2025

A wild new way to think about Android apps

Hermit is a mobile application that allows users to create web apps that integrate seamlessly into the Android ecosystem, resembling traditional apps on the home screen. Users can launch a new web app in about two minutes, and Hermit offers a variety of customization options for personalizing these apps to meet individual preferences and needs.