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5 journaling apps you should use instead of Pixel Journal
AppWizard
October 6, 2025

5 journaling apps you should use instead of Pixel Journal

Google has introduced a suite of exclusive applications for the Pixel 10 smartphone series, including the Pixel Journal, an AI-enhanced diary that offers contextual writing prompts and the ability to attach images and maps. Alternatives to Pixel Journal include: 1. Daily You: An open-source, free app that allows users to upload images, track their mood, and visualize mood trends alongside activities. It features a Flashbacks section for past entries and offers customizable storage folders and password protection. 2. Daily Diary: A minimalist journaling app focused on text without image uploads, automatically saving daily entries to a text file. It allows users to view previous entries and includes essential settings. 3. Day One: A comprehensive journaling app that allows multiple journals, text formatting, image embeds, and location tagging for entries. It offers daily prompts and a premium subscription for additional features. 4. Diarium: A feature-rich app with a seven-day trial of its Pro version, offering a timeline view, map view, and a search function. It highlights past entries and the premium version includes unlimited attachments and third-party service integration. 5. Journey: An app with standard diary functionalities and advanced AI features, including the Journey Odyssey AI for searching diary content and a tutorial feature called “Coach” for seasonal prompts. It offers a one-time payment option to unlock all features.
4 classic PC games that prove just how well pixel art can age
AppWizard
June 28, 2025

4 classic PC games that prove just how well pixel art can age

Pixel graphics emerged as a limitation of hardware capabilities but have been embraced as an artistic choice, especially in indie games. A criterion of at least ten years since release is used to define "retro" games. Papers, Please: Players act as a border checkpoint officer in a totalitarian state, balancing duty and family needs. The game utilizes pixel art for its static user interface and characters, maintaining its unique visual identity over a decade later. Platform: Steam. RollerCoaster Tycoon: Known for its iconic pixel art, the game features vibrant landscapes that complement its amusement park theme. Its late-90s aesthetic remains impressive even two decades after release. Shovel Knight: Launched over a decade ago, it pays homage to retro 2D platformers with an 8-bit-inspired aesthetic. The game blends nostalgia with originality, featuring backgrounds that enhance gameplay. Backyard Baseball: A late '90s arcade-style baseball simulation known for its distinctive art style and memorable characters. The pixelated character models are well-defined, showcasing impressive pixel artistry. Platforms: Steam, Nintendo Switch. PC games may not always match the pixel artistry of console games from the 80s and 90s, but there are many iconic pixel art games from that era and the early 2010s.
Daily Update: AEW-Minecraft, Adam Copeland, Maria Kanellis
AppWizard
March 27, 2025

Daily Update: AEW-Minecraft, Adam Copeland, Maria Kanellis

The latest issue of the Wrestling Observer includes updates on the John Cena/Cody Rhodes interview and WrestleMania plans, WBD's interest in UFC, a recap of the New Japan Cup, the announcement of the 2024 Gaspard/Huber award winners, ratings analysis, insights into CMLL’s upcoming event, a report on AAA champion's suspension, details on a WWE superstar's drug test failure, retirement notes regarding Homicide, updates on El Hijo del Santo’s retirement tour, news from Border City Wrestling, Mandy Rose's business aspirations, updates on AEW Dynasty, a lawsuit involving Ryan Nemeth against AEW, WWE's strategies against AEW, Lex Luger's Hall of Fame candidacy, evaluations of Dwayne Johnson’s ownership stake in TKO, Vince McMahon’s ownership valuation, injury updates, and developmental news. AEW's Dynamite will feature "A Minecraft Movie" as the presenting sponsor, with promotional content produced with The Outrunners. Adam Copeland expressed no regrets about joining AEW and emphasized his focus on the company's needs. Saraya discussed her departure from AEW on Busted Open Radio. Matt Hardy highlighted the importance of mentoring young talent. Maria Kanellis-Bennett announced a recent medical procedure. Tom Pestock has joined Busted Open Radio as a host. Cedric Alexander will appear on Insight with Chris Van Vliet. Ultimo Guerrero will participate in MLW Battle Riot VII on April 5. House of Glory is expanding its wrestling academy with a new training school in Orlando, Florida, opening in May.
3 ways you can take your Windows 11 Taskbar back in time with this fantastic retro app
Winsage
October 23, 2024

3 ways you can take your Windows 11 Taskbar back in time with this fantastic retro app

RetroBar is a free application that allows Windows 11 users to revert their Taskbar to classic styles from previous Windows versions, including Windows 98 and XP. Users can select from 17 different styles by right-clicking on the Taskbar and navigating to Properties. To maintain the retro appearance after each reboot, users must ensure RetroBar is enabled by checking the "Automatically start at logon" option in the Advanced settings. Additionally, users can install custom themes by creating a Themes folder in the RetroBar directory and placing downloaded themes there. Other applications like WindowBlinds 11 and Winaero Tweaker can further enhance the retro experience by transforming the overall interface and restoring classic features.
8 Windows features that used to require a premium edition
Winsage
September 3, 2024

8 Windows features that used to require a premium edition

- The Task Scheduler, originally known as System Agent, was first introduced in Windows 95 as part of the Microsoft Plus! add-on pack and is now integrated into Windows 11 Home. - BitLocker, introduced in Windows Vista for Enterprise and Ultimate editions, became available in Pro editions with Windows 8 and is utilized in Windows 11 Home for default encryption. - Windows Fax and Scan was initially exclusive to Business, Enterprise, and Ultimate editions in Windows Vista but became standard in all versions starting with Windows 7 and is still present in Windows 11. - The Windows Mobility Center was introduced in Windows Vista for the Home Premium edition and remains in Windows 11, though its significance has diminished. - Internet Explorer 1.0 was bundled with the Microsoft Plus! add-on pack in the 90s and became a standard feature in Windows, but was discontinued in 2023. - The Snipping Tool was initially exclusive to the Tablet PC Edition of Windows XP and later required the Home Premium edition in Windows Vista, becoming standard in all editions starting with Windows 7. - Tablet support features were limited in earlier Windows versions but became more widely available, culminating in seamless touch support in Windows 11. - Windows 7 imposed RAM limitations based on edition, with Home Basic supporting a maximum of 8GB, while Windows 11 Home and Pro now support up to 128GB and Enterprise editions up to 2TB.
PC Gamer magazine's landmark 400th issue is on sale now: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
AppWizard
August 15, 2024

PC Gamer magazine’s landmark 400th issue is on sale now: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

PC Gamer magazine has released its 400th issue, featuring a gold-foil finished wallet and a mini-mag highlighting the Top 100 games for PC. The issue includes an exclusive preview of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, with insights from the editorial team's experience in Paris. It also discusses the rise of indie games, with titles like Manor Lords and Balatro featured. The magazine contains previews of games such as Splitgate 2 and reviews of new titles including Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn and Anger Foot. Additional content includes a group test of PC case fans, a nostalgic look at Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, and a guide to Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. The annual Top 100 games supplement ranks the best PC games of the year. Issue 400 is available in print and digitally through various platforms.
New Persona 4 Golden PC Mod Makes It Look Like The Original On PS2
AppWizard
July 12, 2024

New Persona 4 Golden PC Mod Makes It Look Like The Original On PS2

A new PC mod for Persona 4 Golden has been released by Gamebanana user BrawlerAce, focusing on restoring the original PS2 graphics of the game's dungeons. The mod is currently 40% complete and aims to cover the entire game, including normal and boss battles. Areas exclusive to Persona 4 Golden present a challenge due to the lack of reference from the original game, but efforts are being made to adapt them as closely as possible.
Windows XP era unofficial anti-spyware comes to Windows 11 as a fork
Winsage
July 3, 2024

Windows XP era unofficial anti-spyware comes to Windows 11 as a fork

A new utility called xd-Antispy, based on xp-AntiSpy, has been developed by GitHub user Belim. It allows users to disable spyware and bloatware on Windows, including ads, certain Microsoft Edge features, telemetry, and more. The latest stable version is 4.0-4b.
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