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AppWizard

March 31, 2025

Download TubeMate YouTube Downloader for Windows and Android, APK

TubeMate is a tool for curating a library of video files, allowing users to add video URLs via drag-and-drop or by pasting links. It features a user-friendly interface with three tabs: Download, Convert, and Tasks, enabling users to manage downloads and convert files. TubeMate can download entire playlists with a single link and uses multi-threaded connections for efficient downloading, supporting various video qualities up to 8K and formats including MP4, MP3, AVI, WAV, and WMV. Users can extract audio, trim videos, and preview quality during downloads with its built-in media player. The software includes organizational tools for managing content and is regularly updated for compatibility with evolving streaming technologies. TubeMate is available for Windows and Android devices.

Winsage

March 29, 2025

I started using a Mac full time for work – but these are the things I missed from Windows 11 that made me switch back

The author has used Microsoft Windows since Windows 3.1 and remains loyal to it due to familiarity, despite preferring macOS for its cleaner interface and respect for user preferences. Windows 11 is noted for its intrusive advertisements and tendency to override user settings, while macOS is appreciated for its stability and less aggressive promotional approach. The author misses Windows 11's Clipboard history feature and superior window management capabilities, which enhance productivity. Windows 10 will reach its End of Life in October 2025, prompting users to consider alternatives, with the author contemplating a permanent switch to macOS Sequoia.

Winsage

March 18, 2025

You Can Try Notepad’s New AI Summarizer in Windows 11 Now (If You Pay)

Microsoft is enhancing its Notepad and Snipping Tool applications in Windows 11 with new AI features. Notepad now includes a Summarize feature that allows users to summarize text by using the Copilot menu or pressing Ctrl-M, but it requires a Microsoft 365 subscription and Copilot Pro AI credits for full access. Additionally, Notepad will show recently opened files, accessible via File > Recent, and users can clear this list if desired. The updates are part of Notepad version 11.2501.29.0. The Snipping Tool has been updated to allow users to draw arrows that automatically convert into straight lines with pointers, streamlining the annotation process, available in Snipping Tool version 11.2502.18.0. To access these features, users must join the Windows Insider program and may need to run unstable builds of Windows 11.

Winsage

March 1, 2025

Here’s why you should use TeraCopy instead of the built-in file copier on Windows

The default file manager on Windows, Windows Explorer, often lacks functionality for power users, leading many to seek alternative file managers or enhancements. QuickLook allows users to preview files, while the Explorer Tab Utility introduces a tabbed layout. TeraCopy is an add-on that replaces the native file copying system, offering features such as the ability to skip problematic files during transfers, queue multiple copying tasks sequentially, and maintain a log of file transfers. TeraCopy integrates with the Windows shell and learns user habits for quicker access to frequently used folders. However, its user interface may be intimidating for beginners due to the abundance of information displayed. TeraCopy has become essential for enhancing file copying efficiency.

AppWizard

February 18, 2025

Elon Musk’s X blocking links to Signal messaging app

Social media platform X has implemented restrictions on links to the Signal messaging application, resulting in error messages when users attempt to share signal.me links through public posts, direct messages, or profile pages. This blockage also affects existing signal.me links. Signal, known for its end-to-end encryption, is commonly used by journalists and whistleblowers. X has previously restricted links to Facebook, Instagram, Mastodon, and Substack, despite Signal not being a direct competitor. Users can still share Signal handles on X, and a workaround exists by copy-pasting the link into Signal to bypass the restrictions.

Winsage

February 16, 2025

Third-party mod delivers the Start Menu Windows 11 deserves

Many users are dissatisfied with the Start menu in Windows 11, preferring the flexibility of Windows 10. Windhawk is a platform that offers mods for Windows 11, including a revamped Start menu layout that enhances usability by prominently displaying pinned applications and simplifying access to the full list of apps. Users can easily customize their Start menu by downloading Windhawk, selecting a layout from the 'Windows 11 Start Menu Styler' mod, and pasting in the corresponding code. Windhawk also allows extensive customization of the Windows interface, including the ability to change transparency and remove the Recommended section. It is a third-party modification with security considerations but operates on open-source principles. Additionally, Windhawk provides tools to modify app behaviors and redesign elements of the Windows interface, serving as a hub for exploring and implementing various mods.

Winsage

February 7, 2025

Google Chrome’s Incognito mode is now more private in Windows 11 – and it’s all thanks to Microsoft

Microsoft has enhanced the incognito browsing experience on Google Chrome by implementing key privacy features. The clipboard history is no longer saved on Cloud Clipboard while in incognito mode, and media previews of content viewed in incognito are hidden. These changes were made to align with the privacy goals of incognito mode, addressing user concerns particularly related to Windows 11.

BetaBeacon

February 3, 2025

The Survival Game codes (February 2025)

Fact: The Survival Game has active codes that can be redeemed for various in-game items, such as Grey Wolf Pelt Cape, Bandites Bandana, Magenta Star Crown, and more.

Winsage

February 3, 2025

Windows 11’s new feature converts audio and videos for you via PowerToys

PowerToys is enhancing its Advanced Paste feature with a file transcoding capability that allows users to convert media files into mp3 and mp4 formats. The new options, Transcode to .mp3 and Transcode to .mp4 (H.264/AAC), will include custom keyboard shortcuts and aim to simplify the conversion process for media files copied to the clipboard. Users will see a progress bar during transcoding and can customize which options appear in Advanced Paste. The feature supports extracting audio from files to save as .mp3 and converting video files to .mp4 while preserving quality settings and metadata. It utilizes the Windows.Media.Transcoding API for these conversions.

AppWizard

December 20, 2024

Android 16 introduces new tools to control AI text generation in apps

Google is releasing Android 16, which includes the WritingTools API that allows app developers to control the use of AI writing tools. The API introduces two methods: isWritingToolsEnabled() and setWritingToolsEnabled(), enabling applications to manage AI interactions with specific text fields. By default, AI writing tools are enabled, but developers can disable them in sensitive areas such as password fields and email addresses. This aims to standardize practices across Android keyboards, as not all third-party keyboards currently follow similar protocols. The API is part of a broader set of innovations in Android 16 Developer Preview 2, which also includes enhanced haptic controls, searchable cloud media items, and an adaptive refresh rate API.