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AppWizard

August 4, 2025

Google Home app fixes edge-to-edge Routines bug on Android

Users of the Google Home app on Android 16 experienced a bug in the Routines creator and editor, which was resolved with the release of Google Home version 3.37. The update restored accessibility to buttons at the top and bottom of the Routines interface, allowing users to navigate to the Automations tab and access options for Household or Personal routines. The close ‘x’ and “Save” buttons are now available, improving user experience. The three-dot overflow menu, which includes actions like the Script editor and Help, has also returned. Previously, page titles were obscured by the front-facing camera, and users faced challenges with actions like “Remove action.” The issue originated from Android 16's restrictions on apps targeting the latest version. The resolution was implemented via a server-side rollout with no visible changes in the initial release of Google Home 3.37.

AppWizard

August 3, 2025

I still love VLC, but this lightweight video player changed the game for me

VLC Player has been a popular video application since the early days of Windows XP and is available on both desktop and mobile platforms. Next Player is a simpler alternative that offers a visually appealing design and user-friendly interface, making it easy to access content quickly. It features customizable home screen options and readily accessible controls, including a lock icon to prevent accidental taps. Next Player provides a smoother navigation experience compared to VLC, which can feel sluggish and has hidden controls. However, VLC remains superior for tasks like browsing NAS video files, streaming media, and creating playlists, which Next Player does not support.

Winsage

July 12, 2025

Windows 11 Build 27898 introduces taskbar icon scaling and system recovery improvements

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 to the Canary Channel, introducing several new features aimed at enhancing usability and recovery. Key features include: - Taskbar Icon Scaling: The taskbar will automatically reduce icon sizes when it reaches capacity, with three customizable options for users regarding icon size. - Quick Machine Recovery: This feature allows automatic recovery from boot issues using the Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE), connecting to the internet for targeted fixes from Windows Update. - Accessibility Enhancements: Users can add custom words to the voice access dictionary, and a new Screen Curtain feature for the Narrator screen reader enhances privacy by blacking out the display. - Energy Saver Feature: An adaptive energy saver mode is being rolled out for battery-powered devices, managing energy saver settings based on power state and system load. - Sharing Features: The Windows share window now shows visual previews of shared content and allows users to select compression settings for images. - Performance Improvements: Enhancements have been made to file extraction for large archives, and the Snipping Tool now has a shortcut for launching the text extractor. - Default Browser Management: Users can set their default browser to handle PDFs and pin it to the Start menu and taskbar. The build also addresses various issues within File Explorer and Settings, although some known problems remain, such as display distortion in Remote Desktop on Arm64 PCs.

AppWizard

June 10, 2025

Android 16 will make it easier to find your recent apps with a new taskbar overflow feature

Google is set to roll out a significant update with Android 16, introducing a taskbar overflow button to enhance user experience on tablets. This feature will streamline app switching by providing a horizontally scrolling carousel of recent apps, making it easier for users to navigate through multiple applications. The taskbar overflow button is designed to address clutter in the taskbar, which has been refined since its introduction in 2021. Preliminary images suggest a gray, circular button will be positioned after the divider between pinned and recently used apps. The feature is expected to debut later this year in either the Android 16 QPR1 or QPR2 release.

AppWizard

May 25, 2025

Google App launches ‘Activity’ tab for Android users: What’s inside

Google has introduced an “Activity” tab in its Android app, replacing the previous “Saved” tab, as announced on May 25, 2025. The new tab is organized into three sections: History, which displays the four most recent searches and accessed websites; Saved items, which presents saved content in a carousel view; and Collections, which offers groupings of saved items. Users can still access the old layout through the “Saves & Collections” option in the account menu. Additionally, adjustments have been made to the Home tab’s space carousel. The “Activity” tab integrates with Web & App Activity for managing user interactions across Google services.

AppWizard

February 5, 2025

Goodbye, good morning memes: Google Photos now lets you hide clutter from your grid view

Google Photos has introduced a feature to filter out unwanted content from third-party applications, aimed at decluttering the photo gallery. The new setting, “Show content from other apps,” allows users to manage the visibility of third-party content. Users can toggle “Hide clutter from other apps” to automatically filter out media types like GIFs and screenshots. Additionally, the “Customize by app” option enables users to specify preferences for each app, allowing them to hide or selectively display content. This update is part of version 7.14.0.720276279 of the Google Photos app.

AppWizard

December 6, 2024

One UI 7 just made accessing your apps slick as hell

One UI 7 has been released in beta form, introducing new app organization features, including a vertical list for easier scrolling through applications. Users can also choose to revert to a traditional layout via the overflow menu. Additional enhancements include improved viewing options for notifications and Quick Settings, creating a more user-friendly environment. The new vertical interface may feel familiar to users transitioning from other Android devices.

Winsage

October 26, 2024

5 settings I always change to declutter the System Tray on Windows 11

The System Tray on Windows 11 is located on the right side of the Taskbar and displays information such as the clock, network status, and volume control. Users can hide the time and date by going to Settings > Time & language > Date & time and toggling off the "Show time and date in the System tray" switch. An abbreviated format can be shown by toggling on the "Show time and date in the System tray" switch and selecting the "Show abbreviated time and date" option. To hide system icons, users can go to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > System tray icons and toggle off unnecessary icons. The "Show desktop" button can be disabled by unchecking the "Select the far corner of the taskbar to show the desktop" option under Taskbar behaviors in Settings > Personalization > Taskbar. Notifications can be turned off by toggling on the "Do not disturb" switch in Settings > System > Notifications. The weather widget can be disabled by toggling off the "Widgets" switch under Taskbar items in Settings > Personalization > Taskbar.

AppWizard

October 18, 2024

‘Listen to this page’ in Chrome for Android gets background playback

Google has updated Chrome's "Listen to this page" feature with support for background playback, allowing users to listen to audio content while using other applications. This feature was introduced in Chrome 130, enabling users to exit the browser without interrupting playback. The media player now appears in notifications, offering controls for rewinding, skipping audio, and a scrubber timeline. Users can customize playback speed, choose from ten voices, and enable features like "Highlight text & auto scroll." A new play button can be added for easier access. The rollout of Chrome 130 for Android is currently underway.

AppWizard

August 27, 2024

Google Tasks redesign brings sleek new look to Android

Google is redesigning its Google Tasks app for Android, featuring a card-based interface that enhances readability and aesthetics. Each task is displayed on its own card with a darker hue, and the layout has been adjusted to relocate the three-dot overflow menu to the top right corner of each card. The bottom app bar has been removed to streamline navigation, while the floating action button remains for adding tasks. The update is part of version 2024.08.05.x and is being rolled out gradually. Additionally, Google plans to integrate reminders from Google Keep into Google Tasks over the next year, though Keep reminders will still be accessible.