motion sickness Archives

AppWizard

September 7, 2026

September Android Drop: 5 new features coming to all phones and how to activate them

The September Android Drop includes five significant features: Motion Assist, Gemini integrations, and various accessibility improvements. Motion Assist helps reduce motion sickness by overlaying a pattern that aligns visual perception while in motion. Gemini can remember the locations of items without a tracker, linked to the Find Hub, but requires Android 16 or higher. To install the update, users should navigate to Settings > Updates or Google Play > Manage apps and device > Updates. Features can be checked by looking for specific indicators in the settings or apps. If a feature is missing, users should update the relevant app, restart their device, and ensure compatibility with Android 16 for certain features. All Android devices will receive most updates via Google Play, while full functionality for Gemini requires Android 16. Users are advised to keep apps updated and maintain backups.

AppWizard

September 3, 2026

How to check if Motion Assist has rolled out to your Android 17 phone

Google has introduced a new feature called Motion Assist for devices running on Android 17, which is designed to enhance user experience while in motion. Users can access Motion Assist through the Settings app or by searching for it. The feature includes a preference menu to automatically start when in a moving vehicle and can be activated via a Quick Settings Tile. It offers customization options for color, shape, opacity, and randomization of dynamic shapes that adapt to the device's motion, potentially reducing motion sickness. Motion Assist is currently in early rollout, associated with version 26.33.32 of Google Play services, and is only available on select devices.

AppWizard

September 3, 2026

Sept. 2026 Android Drop: Find Hub ‘Remembered’ list, Motion Assist, & Keep in Google Messages

Google's September 2026 Android Drop introduces several new features: - The Find Hub and Gemini applications have been upgraded to allow users to track items without traditional tracker tags using voice commands. A "Remembered" tab stores the locations of items, and this feature is available for devices running Android 16 and above. - Motion Assist is a new feature for Android 17+ that helps reduce motion sickness by using a bubble overlay that moves with the vehicle's motion. Users can customize the bubble's appearance, and it can activate automatically when movement is detected. - Gemini Live now includes Guided Vision, which provides verbal descriptions of surroundings, assisting with tasks like reading labels or locating items. This feature will be available for devices running Android 9 and above in regions where Gemini is accessible. - Google Messages is integrating with Google Keep, allowing users to share and update lists directly in chats. This integration includes a "Create list" suggestion and will enhance communication within the messaging platform.

AppWizard

September 1, 2026

September Android Drop: Remember where you put things, ease motion sickness, and more

The September Android Drop introduces features to enhance connectivity, including the ability to track essential items using Gemini integrated into Find Hub. Users can remember the locations of important items by saying, “Hey Google, remember in Find Hub that I put my passport in my bedroom drawer,” and can attach photos for easier identification. This functionality will be available on Android 16+ devices in supported regions.

AppWizard

September 1, 2026

No tracker tag? Gemini can now store item locations right in Find Hub

Gemini can now remember the locations of important items without a tracker by allowing users to inform it where they placed an item or upload a photo, which it logs in Find Hub. Users can later ask Gemini for the item's location or view saved locations in Find Hub's new memory tab. This feature was introduced in Google's September Android Drop as part of a broader update.

AppWizard

June 28, 2026

Spyro speedrunner says a PC port of the original game is in the works, and it’s being made with ‘no AI’

Spyro the Dragon has been remastered in the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, available on Steam. Developer Toys for Bob is working on a new game, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, set to release in 2027. A fan group is developing a PC port of the original Spyro the Dragon, with 88% of the game's functions and 58% of its bytecode decompiled. The port features 60FPS gameplay, true widescreen support, perspective correct textures, and no polygon wobble. It is being developed without AI, runs at 320FPS, and is still in early stages with some visual artifacts. The release of the port may come sooner than expected.

AppWizard

May 12, 2026

‘We want to start today by apologising’: Phasmophobia is fixing issues with its Player Character update after a slew of complaints

Phasmophobia's recent update, the Player Character Update, has caused significant dissatisfaction among players, leading developers to issue a public apology for not meeting expectations. Players reported issues like misaligned character animations and awkward leg movements, with some experiencing motion sickness due to stuttering when using video cameras. The update aimed to refresh the game before a collaboration with Alan Wake, but many players preferred the original characters. Developers recognized the need to rebuild trust with the community and promised to improve transparency regarding future updates as they work towards the game's 1.0 release. Although the latest patch fixed some issues, players remain wary due to a history of inadequate updates followed by quick fixes.

AppWizard

May 4, 2026

Marathon (1994) and Marathon (2026) are at opposite ends of FPS history, but playing them at the same time I’m finding they have a lot in common, despite their vast differences

In a bio-research lab in Dire Marsh, graffiti reading “THAKGODITSYOU. THANKODDITSYOU. THAANKGODITSYOU. THANKOOOITSYOU.” has become notable, appearing in Marathon's promotional art. The modern version of Marathon emphasizes information gathering, similar to its 1994 predecessor, which featured an Alien-inspired motion tracker and a fusion pistol with a distinctive firing mechanism. The game explores themes of disconnection between body and consciousness, with options available in the Aleph One port on Steam to alleviate motion sickness. The lore includes concepts of runners and their shells, highlighting the struggle against disconnection and the pursuit of freedom, as articulated by the character Durandal.

AppWizard

April 24, 2026

Vinland Saga creator’s Minecraft struggles go viral as his kids take over

Makoto Yukimura, the creator of Vinland Saga, has been playing Minecraft with his wife and son as a way to unwind before bed. Despite being inexperienced gamers, they have encountered challenges such as motion sickness and confusion while playing. Their son has taken on the role of guide, helping them navigate the game. Yukimura humorously noted the role reversal, stating that their sons are the adults while he and his wife are the children. One of their son's creations, a building filled with the sounds of zombies, has left Yukimura feeling confused and scared. Online fans have reacted positively to this glimpse into Yukimura's family life, expressing delight at the familial bond formed through gaming.

BetaBeacon

April 23, 2026

One Meta Quest game is reviving my love for multiplayer gaming

Forefront.AC is a new VR game developed by the same developers as Breachers, set in the year 2035 with 32-player battlegrounds and two game modes. Players can choose from four classes and pilot various vehicles, with semi-destructible environments. The game has been in early access and has seen significant improvements leading up to its version 1.0 release, including the addition of a combat bow. The game provides an immersive experience with easy communication between teammates built into the headset.