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AppWizard

January 13, 2026

Blue Prince, the best game of 2025 (don’t check our GOTY just trust me) is on sale on Steam for under $20 for the first time

PC gamers can purchase the acclaimed 2025 Game of the Year, Blue Prince, at a 34% discount during the Steam Detective Fest, bringing the price to .79 / £16.49. Blue Prince was recognized as the Best Designed game of 2025 by PC Gamer but finished as the runner-up to Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2. The game features intricate puzzle design and a unique approach to puzzles and discovery, developed over eight years. Players have expressed frustrations with the game's random number generation (RNG), which is integral to its challenge. The Steam Detective Fest runs through January 19, offering various games on sale.

AppWizard

November 1, 2025

5 Free Android Auto Apps You Should Be Using

Android Auto allows drivers to engage with smartphone functions like calls, music, and messages through voice commands and touch controls. It supports third-party applications to enhance the user experience. Notable apps include: - Fuelio: Monitors fuel expenses, maintenance logs, and mileage, providing insights into fuel consumption and costs, and features a crowdsourced fuel price database. - Gaia GPS: Offers offline maps for outdoor activities, allowing users to explore points of interest and access vital information like weather conditions. - Weather & Radar: Provides animated weather radar, wind speed checks, hurricane updates, and natural disaster alerts for effective trip planning. - AntennaPod: A podcast management platform that allows users to import podcasts, create playlists, and adjust playback speed, available for free and ad-free. - PlugShare: Helps electric vehicle users find charging stations and plan optimized routes to avoid running low on battery. These apps are free to download, with optional paid features, and have been tested for real-world effectiveness.

AppWizard

September 22, 2025

Microsoft’s Copilot is coming to inject AI into your Windows PC games

Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism, specializing in keyboards at PCWorld. He has contributed to publications such as Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek. He has reported live from major industry events like CES and Mobile World Congress. Michael resides in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, particularly kayaking.

Winsage

September 11, 2025

Windows 11’s big 2025 update now available via ISO

Michael is a technology journalist with a decade of experience, known for his work at PCWorld as a keyboard enthusiast. He has contributed to publications such as Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek. Michael covers major tech events like CES and Mobile World Congress. He resides in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, including kayaking.

AppWizard

September 5, 2025

The Pixel Weather app is making its way to the Pixel Watch

Google is introducing the Pixel Weather app to the Pixel Watch, starting with the Pixel Watch 4. Previously, the app was exclusive to Pixel phones and the Google Pixel Tablet. The app features a modern interface and includes three new watch tiles displaying current temperature, sunrise and sunset times, and UV index information. The Pixel Watch has had a weather app since Wear OS 3 launched in 2022, but the Pixel Weather app signifies an upgrade in functionality and design. The release date is not confirmed, but it is expected to launch alongside the Pixel Watch 4 next month, with screenshots already appearing on the Play Store for Wear OS.

Winsage

September 4, 2025

Windows 11 gets automatic light/dark modes in next PowerToys update

Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism and is known for his expertise at PCWorld, particularly as a keyboard enthusiast. He has contributed to publications such as Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and has covered major technology events like CES and Mobile World Congress. He resides in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, including kayaking.

Winsage

August 23, 2025

Latest Windows 11 update kills streaming app performance

Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism and is known for his insights on various topics, particularly at PCWorld as a keyboard enthusiast. He tests new keyboard models and builds custom mechanical keyboards. His portfolio includes contributions to publications like Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and he has reported live from CES and Mobile World Congress. He resides in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, including kayaking.

AppWizard

August 23, 2025

Creativity On Display At Affinity Esports Minecraft Builders Camp

From August 11 to August 15, children aged 7 to 15 participated in the Minecraft Builders Camp at Affinity Esports. The camp featured daily challenges that encouraged creativity and collaboration, including designing individual dream rooms and constructing a fantasy village as a team. Nearly two dozen participants attended, and the event was organized by Kaohom Boonyalai, who emphasized the importance of balanced gaming experiences by incorporating breaks for board games and outdoor activities. Affinity Esports is located at 27 Glen Road in Newtown. For more information, visit affinityesports.gg or contact them at 203-290-1656 or hello@affinityesports.gg.

AppWizard

July 22, 2025

Nifty Chrome add-on shows which Steam games are already on Game Pass

Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism, specializing in keyboard technology at PCWorld. He has contributed to publications like Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and has covered major industry events such as CES and Mobile World Congress. He lives in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, including kayaking.

AppWizard

June 28, 2025

Watch us game on a $1,300 PC with Asus’ new RX 9060 XT card

Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism, covering topics from Apple to ZTE. He is a keyboard enthusiast at PCWorld, focusing on achieving the perfect typing experience and often customizing mechanical keyboards. His portfolio includes contributions to publications like Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and he has covered major tech events such as CES and Mobile World Congress. He resides in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, including kayaking.