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AppWizard

May 2, 2026

5 of the best new Android apps you need to try this May

Key Launcher is a free Android launcher developed by Lousify Tech that features a T9 keypad layout for intuitive app navigation, a vault for secure storage, quick-dial shortcuts, and a focus mode. Gradient Weather, developed by subtle signals, is a visually appealing weather app that adapts its color scheme based on weather conditions, offers customizable alerts, and includes a map view. Alpine Lines, created by Tiny Haltere, is a free management game where players design ski gondola routes, featuring minimalist design and soothing gameplay. LibrePods, developed by kavish, allows Android users to use Apple’s AirPods with features like conversational awareness and gesture controls, now available on the Play Store. Sea of Stars, a port of a 2023 RPG by Playdigious, allows players to control characters Valere or Zale in a turn-based combat game, featuring detailed visuals and controller compatibility, priced at .99.

BetaBeacon

May 1, 2026

5 of the best new Android apps you need to try this May

Key Launcher is a new Android launcher inspired by the T9 keypad layout, offering quick-fire search features and other functionalities.

AppWizard

November 24, 2025

Looks like OnePlus phones and smartwatches are experiencing some bad weather

Many OnePlus smartphone and smartwatch users are experiencing issues with the native weather application, which is displaying outdated or no weather data. Reports indicate that this problem affects a range of devices, including the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 13. Some users in Europe and India have noted that their weather app is still functioning, suggesting the issue may be device or region-specific. The problems may be linked to Oxygen OS 16, but users on older versions (Oxygen OS 15 and 14) are also facing similar issues. Additionally, OnePlus Watch 3 users are encountering errors like "location not found" and "network error." Despite attempts to resolve the issues through various troubleshooting methods, users have had no success. The built-in weather app is critical for many users, and the ongoing issues are likely to prompt a software update or server fix from OnePlus.

AppWizard

September 26, 2025

Flaw in OnePlus phones lets apps read your texts, fix rolling out soon

A significant security vulnerability, designated as CVE-2025-10184, has been identified in OnePlus devices operating on OxygenOS versions 12 through 15. This flaw allows malicious applications to access and transmit text messages without user consent, potentially leading to interception of critical communications like two-factor authentication (2FA) codes or impersonation of the user. The issue stems from inadequately secured new components introduced by OnePlus, which can be exploited through SQL injections or similar methods. Rapid7, the cybersecurity firm that discovered the flaw, reported it in May 2025, but OnePlus only acknowledged the issue after public disclosure. OnePlus plans to roll out a security patch globally in mid-October to address the vulnerability. In the meantime, users are advised to download apps only from reputable sources and consider using more secure methods for two-factor authentication.

AppWizard

September 24, 2025

Rapid7: OnePlus phones vulnerable to SMS theft since 2021

A significant security vulnerability affecting OnePlus smartphones has been identified, persisting since late 2021. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-10184 and rated with a severity of 8.2, allows applications to access SMS and MMS data without user consent, particularly in versions of OxygenOS released after December 7, 2021. Devices running OxygenOS 11 are unaffected. The vulnerability arises from sensitive internal content providers being accessible without proper permissions, making them susceptible to SQL injection attacks, and it operates discreetly without user alerts. Exploitation could bypass SMS-based multi-factor authentication protections, granting access to personal messages. Rapid7 has reported that OnePlus has not engaged in discussions to remediate the issue despite multiple outreach attempts, leading to the public disclosure of the vulnerability. Users are advised to take precautionary measures, such as installing applications from trusted sources and transitioning to authenticator app-based MFA.

BetaBeacon

May 14, 2025

Android 16’s new 90:10 split-screen is a game-changer for multitasking

Google is introducing a new split-screen mode for Android 16, changing the ratio from 70:30 to 90:10. This allows one app to occupy 90% of the screen while leaving 10% for a secondary app. Tapping on the smaller app swaps the sizes of both apps, allowing for easy switching between them. This new feature promises to enhance multitasking capabilities on Android phones.

BetaBeacon

September 25, 2024

You don’t have to leave your game to change Spotify music on OnePlus phones

Spotify has introduced an in-game overlay tool for OnePlus and OPPO phones, offering three pages of playlists for convenience.

AppWizard

July 22, 2024

Your older Galaxy phone may get a powered-up camera app thanks to Blackmagic

Blackmagic Camera 1.1 for Android now supports Pixel 6 series, OnePlus, and Xiaomi phones.