Night Mode Archives

AppWizard

May 12, 2026

DIRECTIVE 8020 Launches Today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam)

Supermassive Games has released Directive 8020, a narrative sci-fi survival horror game available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). The game is set on Tau Ceti f, where the colony ship Cassiopeia crash-lands, and the crew encounters a mimicking alien organism. Players face moral dilemmas and must navigate trust issues while making decisions that affect character survival. The game features a new Turning Points story tree, real-time alien threats, and a couch co-op Movie Night mode for up to five players, with online multiplayer planned for a future update. Lashana Lynch voices pilot Brianna Young in the game.

Winsage

May 10, 2026

New Windows Feature Aims to Relieve Headaches and Migraines

Microsoft is refining Windows 11 with a new display feature called Screen Tint, aimed at reducing eye strain for users. This feature is part of an update package known as Windows K2 and is currently being tested in the Windows Insider Program. Screen Tint allows users to apply various color filters to their screens and is accessible in the Accessibility section of Windows settings. Six color options are available, including an amber tone for night mode and a pink filter for users sensitive to fluorescent lighting. However, the feature is still in early testing and has encountered issues such as flickering screens and inaccurate color adjustments.

AppWizard

May 5, 2026

Google Messages may soon solve your dark viewfinder struggles

Google is introducing a feature called Low Light Boost for its messaging platform's in-app camera preview, aimed at improving visibility in dim lighting. This feature brightens the viewfinder in real-time, allowing users to frame their shots better before taking a photo. Low Light Boost adjusts brightness based on surrounding light conditions and operates instantly, unlike traditional Night Mode. There are two methods for implementing Low Light Boost: 1. Low-Light Boost AE Mode, a hardware-level auto-exposure mode available on devices running Android 15 or later, specifically on Pixel 10 devices. 2. Google Low Light Boost, a software-based solution (HDRNet) for devices that do not support AE mode, enhancing brightness through post-processing techniques. The latest beta version of Google Messages, v20260501, includes code hints for the integration of Low Light Boost, although it is not yet fully operational. The feature enhances the viewfinder experience but does not affect the quality of the final image, which requires a separate Night Mode.

Winsage

May 1, 2026

Microsoft brings a Linux-style window trick to Windows 11 via PowerToys, and I can’t go back

Microsoft's PowerToys version 0.99 introduces two new tools: Grab And Move and Power Display, along with enhancements to the Command Palette Dock. Grab And Move allows users to reposition application windows by holding the Alt key and dragging anywhere on the window, facilitating easier window management. Users can customize the activation key and toggle the feature off during gaming sessions. There are also options to exclude specific applications from using this feature. Power Display enables users to manage monitor settings directly from the system tray, including brightness, contrast, volume, rotation, and color temperature adjustments. It supports multi-monitor setups with DDC/CI standards and includes a Profiles option for saving specific monitor settings. The Command Palette Dock now features a compact mode and customization options for pinned commands, improving user accessibility and screen space utilization.

AppWizard

April 26, 2026

I’m obsessed with a guy who keeps soloing Elden Ring Nightreign’s hard mode over and over like they’re trapped in a purgatory of their own making

Eauvni is a YouTuber known for playing Elden Ring Nightreign, focusing on the Sekiro-parrying Executor character and exclusively tackling the Deep of Night mode. They have recently concentrated on Depth Three of Five, where the difficulty increases significantly, with enemies dealing double damage. Despite reaching Depth Five, eauvni prefers to engage with earlier depths and has developed mathematically perfect relic builds for every character. They have achieved notable feats, including a no-damage run against challenging bosses. The gameplay experience contrasts with that of other players, who often feel overwhelmed by the game's challenges. The upcoming Tarnished Edition patch for Elden Ring raises concerns about the potential impact on game balance and the thrill of encounters.

AppWizard

March 27, 2026

Android 17 could make your phone’s best camera features work in every app

Android 17 Beta 3 has introduced support for vendor-defined camera extensions, allowing smartphone manufacturers to share proprietary camera capabilities with third-party applications. This update enables advanced camera features, such as 'Super Resolution' and AI-driven enhancements, to be used in apps beyond the default camera applications. The successful implementation of these features depends on the willingness of original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to integrate them and the commitment of app developers to adopt them.

AppWizard

December 23, 2025

Review: LEGO 21589 Minecraft Mini Biomes

LEGO 21589 Mini Biomes is set to release on January 1, 2026, with a retail price of .99 and comprising 797 pieces. The set features five distinct micro-scale dioramas representing different Minecraft biomes, including a mountain landscape, forest, mushroom field, desert temple, and savanna. Each biome includes unique elements and microfigures, such as a Steve, creeper, mooshroom, husk, and pillager. The set is designed primarily from 1×1 tiles and offers a backing plate for a pixelated skybox that can be displayed in day or night mode. Pre-orders are available on LEGO.com.

AppWizard

December 21, 2025

Elden Ring Nightreign is a deeply flawed multiplayer game I’ve spent over 250 hours in this year

Elden Ring Nightreign is a multiplayer spinoff of the FromSoftware universe that emphasizes teamwork in a roguelike format, where players face challenges to defeat the Nightlord. The game has limited in-game communication tools, relying on tagging for interactions, which can be frustrating without external coordination. Post-launch, FromSoftware has added content such as the Everdark Sovereigns and the Deep of Night mode, which introduces new challenges and mechanics. The recent DLC, The Forsaken Hollows, adds a new map and two Nightlord bosses, along with a Scholar character that enhances item value. Future projects from FromSoftware may be on the horizon, but Nightreign offers a rich experience for fans of the franchise.

AppWizard

November 24, 2025

5 Android Auto Settings You’ll Want To Change (And Why)

Android Auto allows customization of the dashboard to display only essential apps, minimizing distractions. Users can force set Day or Night mode for maps by adjusting app settings or unlocking developer options for a consistent theme. To stop automatic music playback, users can disable the "Start music automatically" option in the Android Auto settings and check individual app settings. Notifications can be managed by disabling chimes and customizing their display, or using the "Play Aloud" feature for hands-free alerts. Android Auto can be set to operate while the phone is locked by enabling the relevant setting in Connection Preferences, and users may need to restart their vehicle for changes to take effect.

AppWizard

November 22, 2025

If you ever feel like you’d have won a fight in Arc Raiders if you actually heard the player sneaking up on you, then you need to turn this setting on right away

In Arc Raiders, the most significant threat comes from stealthy raiders who can ambush players unexpectedly, while seemingly friendly encounters can lead to betrayal. The game's audio design is immersive but has shortcomings, particularly in accurately gauging the distance and direction of sounds in Night Mode, which can obscure important auditory cues. Many players may prefer standard audio settings, and understanding audio cues is crucial for survival, as distractions can lead to losing valuable items to stealthy opponents.