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AppWizard

February 12, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: PARANORMASIGHT, Suzy Cube, Dragon Castle, more

Discounts on Android games and applications are available, with significant price reductions on the Pixel handset lineup, including up to 0 off the latest series 9 models. The unlocked Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a 0 discount. Lenovo's Snapdragon X Elite Copilot+ PC is also discounted by 0. Featured app deals include PARANORMASIGHT, Suzy Cube, Dragon Castle, and freebie icon packs.

AppWizard

December 24, 2024

How to enable and use Simple View on a Pixel phone

The Simple View feature was launched with the December Pixel Feature Drop as part of Android 15 for Google Pixel phones. It enhances accessibility by allowing users to modify multiple settings simultaneously, including larger text and icon sizes, a simplified home screen layout, simplified 3-button navigation, higher touch sensitivity, shortcuts for Contacts, Clock, and Weather apps, high-contrast wallpaper, an increased app grid to a 4x4 display, and locked suggested apps. Certain features are only available during the initial setup of the device. Users can enable Simple View by factory resetting their Pixel device or through the Settings app after setup, though some changes may not take effect afterward. Simple View is not available for the Pixel Fold, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, or Pixel Tablet.

AppWizard

December 20, 2024

Android Auto 13.4 update rolling out, adds colorful flare with Material You accents [Gallery]

Google is rolling out Android Auto version 13.4, which incorporates its Material You design language, enhancing the visual experience with vibrant accent colors that align with users' phone settings. This update applies new accent colors to various system elements such as buttons, toggles, and backgrounds of cards and menus, extending functionality beyond music applications. Users can see these changes in the Settings menu, notifications, and notification center, but the feature does not yet apply to third-party apps. To experience the new color scheme, users must enable the setting that matches the phone’s wallpaper. There are reports of inconsistencies, with some colors not updating in real-time, necessitating a force stop of the app and reconnection to see the changes.

AppWizard

December 9, 2024

Android app price drops and freebies: Northgard, Streets of Rage 4, Final Fantasy titles, more

- Samsung’s EVO Select microSD card: 1TB capacity, 160MB/s transfer speed. - Galaxy S24 Ultra: Discount of [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Your Monday afternoon brings an exciting array of deals on Android games and apps, all neatly compiled for your convenience. As you explore these offerings, don't overlook the impressive discounts available on some of the latest tech products. Featured Deals Samsung’s EVO Select microSD card: A robust 1TB capacity with a swift 160MB/s transfer speed. Galaxy S24 Ultra: Enjoy a substantial discount of 0 off the retail price. GoPro HERO13 Black: This brand-new action camera is available at an all-time low price. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Take advantage of a remarkable 0 price drop on this unlocked device. In the realm of apps, a selection of highlights awaits you. Notable titles include: Northgard Streets of Rage 4 Final Fantasy series And many more captivating games. For those keen on staying updated, consider subscribing to the 9to5Toys YouTube Channel, where you can find the latest videos, reviews, and much more." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] off the retail price. - GoPro HERO13 Black: Available at an all-time low price. - Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: Your Monday afternoon brings an exciting array of deals on Android games and apps, all neatly compiled for your convenience. As you explore these offerings, don't overlook the impressive discounts available on some of the latest tech products. Featured Deals Samsung’s EVO Select microSD card: A robust 1TB capacity with a swift 160MB/s transfer speed. Galaxy S24 Ultra: Enjoy a substantial discount of 0 off the retail price. GoPro HERO13 Black: This brand-new action camera is available at an all-time low price. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold: Take advantage of a remarkable 0 price drop on this unlocked device. In the realm of apps, a selection of highlights awaits you. Notable titles include: Northgard Streets of Rage 4 Final Fantasy series And many more captivating games. For those keen on staying updated, consider subscribing to the 9to5Toys YouTube Channel, where you can find the latest videos, reviews, and much more." max_tokens="3500" temperature="0.3" top_p="1.0" best_of="1" presence_penalty="0.1" frequency_penalty="frequency_penalty"] price drop on this unlocked device. - Notable app titles: Northgard, Streets of Rage 4, Final Fantasy series.

AppWizard

October 24, 2024

Android 15’s QPR1 Beta 3 is finally here with system crash and foldable fixes

Google has released Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3 for enrolled testers with eligible Pixel devices, addressing a blank screen issue on foldable devices and improving Bluetooth functionality. The update is available for Pixel 6 to Pixel 9 series, Pixel Fold, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and Pixel Tablet, with version AP41.240925.009. Notable fixes include resolving Bluetooth volume control issues, complications with profile switching, and a blank screen problem when unfolding certain devices. Additional fixes address truncated notifications, system memory paging problems, app icon reversion, system UI crashes, heads-up notification interaction issues, and various stability and connectivity problems. The OTA update began rolling out on October 24, and users can manually check for updates in their settings. The update follows a previous Beta 2 release aimed at Bluetooth and NFC payment issues and hints at future enhancements for Android 16. Some users have reported issues with the stable OS, including inoperability on Pixel 6 devices.

AppWizard

October 19, 2024

I just updated to Android 15: Here are 9 features you should check out

Android 15 was launched alongside Google's latest flagship smartphones, introducing several new features. Key enhancements include: - One-tap Passkey: Simplifies login to Passkey-enabled accounts with a single tap. - Manually Enable Astrophotography: Users can now manually activate Astrophotography mode for better night sky photography. - Home Controls on the Lock Screen: Provides easy access to Google Home toggles and customizable smart home management. - Pin the Taskbar: Allows users of tablets and foldable phones to pin the Taskbar for improved multitasking. - Go from the Big Screen to the Small Screen: Enables seamless transitions between the inner and cover screens of foldable devices. - Keeping Apps Together: Introduces App Pairs for running two apps side-by-side and saving app combinations. - More Gemini Improvements: Enhances integration between apps, allowing questions about items in the Pixel Screenshots app. - Quickly Switch Between Bluetooth Devices: Updates Quick Settings for easier selection of Bluetooth devices.

AppWizard

October 16, 2024

Instagram app breaks for some Pixel users following Android 15 update, fix rolling out

After the Android 15 update, many Pixel users have reported performance issues with the Instagram app, including content skipping, freezing, and difficulties with Stories, particularly affecting the Pixel 8 Pro model. The cause of these issues is unclear, and not all users are experiencing them; for example, a Pixel 9 Pro Fold user has reported no problems. Some users have found that updating to Instagram version 353.0.0.46.90 helps alleviate the issues, although this version is not widely available through the Play Store. Another suggested workaround is tapping the “message” box before returning to the Story to temporarily restore functionality.

AppWizard

October 16, 2024

Android 15: All the new features, eligible devices, and release date

Android 15 has officially been released on October 15, 2023, starting its rollout to eligible Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6 series and newer models. The update will be available for devices such as Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet. Major manufacturers like Honor, Xiaomi, OnePlus, OPPO, Vivo, iQOO, Nothing, Realme, Lenovo, Sharp, and Tecno are preparing to adopt Android 15 for their devices. Key features of Android 15 include: - Theft Detection Lock, which uses AI and the phone's accelerometer to secure devices during theft attempts. - Private Space, allowing users to lock sensitive applications with additional authentication. - Notification cooldown, which reduces notification volume from the same app when received in quick succession. - A system-wide toggle for keyboard vibration and a slider for haptic feedback intensity. - Haptic feedback for the brightness slider. - Partial screen recording for capturing specific applications. - Enhanced Bluetooth tile functionality for easier device management. - Support for edge-to-edge displays in applications. - Improved continuity and multitasking for foldable devices. - Introduction of the Android Dynamic Performance Framework for better optimization. - High-quality webcam mode for video calls. - An always-active taskbar for Pixel Fold and Android tablet users. - Capability to share audio across multiple Bluetooth devices simultaneously. The stable version of Android 15 is rolling out to Pixel devices, with other manufacturers expected to follow suit.

AppWizard

October 16, 2024

Android 15 is now rolling out to Pixels. Here’s what’s new | Digital Trends

Android 15 has been publicly released and is being rolled out to compatible devices, starting with Google's Pixel series smartphones. Key features include the introduction of Private Space, which allows users to secure sensitive applications with a password or biometric authentication, making them invisible in multitasking views and settings. The update also includes a Theft Detection Lock that uses AI to identify theft scenarios and automatically locks the screen. Additionally, it simplifies the process of remotely locking misplaced devices using a registered phone number. The user interface has been optimized for foldable and large-screen devices, allowing users to pin or remove the taskbar. Android 15 also improves low-light camera performance in third-party apps and introduces satellite-driven messaging support. The rollout is available for Pixel phones starting with the Pixel 6 series and newer models, as well as the Pixel Tablet, while other manufacturers' devices will receive the update later.

BetaBeacon

October 10, 2024

Android 16 to Feature Game-Changing Multitasking Upgrade

Google is working on major multitasking upgrades for Android 16, which may include allowing any app to work in a pop-up bubble. This feature, enabled on Android 15 QPR1 beta, would utilize the existing API for Bubbles introduced in Android 11, potentially making multitasking easier on devices like foldables and tablets.