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AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Google’s Android XR glasses are called ‘Martha’ in Pixel Watch-like companion app

Google has showcased prototype Android XR glasses, referred to internally as “Martha.” A companion app for the glasses resembles the Pixel Watch interface and includes features such as notifications, settings, recording views, giving feedback, and reporting problems. The glasses are still in the prototype phase and are expected to be the foundation for a pair of glasses that Samsung plans to launch next year.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

This hidden Android feature lets me hit pause on distracting apps

To temporarily disable a distracting app on Pixel devices running Android, follow these steps: 1. Open the App Drawer by swiping up from the bottom of the home screen. 2. Access the Settings app by tapping the Settings icon in the App Drawer or selecting the gear icon in the Notification Shade. 3. In the Settings menu, go to Apps and select "See all X apps." 4. Scroll through the list to find the app you want to disable, tap on it, and select the option to Disable. This method allows users to pause an app without uninstalling it, helping to reduce distractions while retaining the application for future use.

BetaBeacon

June 23, 2025

Top 5 mobile games like Fallout Shelter

Fact: The Elder Scrolls: Castles is a game where players are in charge of running a castle in a survival setting, making tough decisions to keep their reign intact.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

This week in PC games: System Shock 2 remastered, multiple Warhammer 40,000 dogs, and an unexpected continuation of toilet theming

The text discusses various new PC game releases for the week, including: - Rentlord: A real estate roguelike game focused on maximizing rent while avoiding taxes. - Shuffle Tactics: A tactical RPG with deckbuilding mechanics inspired by classic games. - Lex Imperialis: A story expansion for Rogue Trader that continues exploring the Arbites theme. - Nanomon Virtual Pet: A light-hearted virtual pet game. - Condo: A free walking simulator set in an apartment complex during insomnia. - Dungeon Mori: A dungeon crawler that may not appeal to everyone. - Antro: A rhythmic 2.5D platformer about a courier aiming to overthrow a regime. - Untitled Shoes Game: A playful game showcasing creative design.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Five new Steam games you probably missed (June 23, 2025)

On any given day, Steam releases about a dozen new games. The following are details of specific games: - Korter 1996 - Release Date: June 20 - Developers: Mari-Anna Lepasson, James Flannery - Gameplay: Players explore a '90s arcade setting as a nine-year-old in an abandoned gaming haven, combining first-person exploration and 2D pixel platforming with a gameplay duration of around two hours. - Tower Wizard - Release Date: June 20 - Developer: Barribob - Gameplay: An incremental idle game where players build a wizard tower, featuring satisfying mechanics and numerous upgrades. It received over 900 "overwhelmingly positive" reviews shortly after release. - Chronicles of the Wolf - Release Date: June 19 - Developer: Migami Games - Gameplay: An exploration platformer that pays homage to the Castlevania series, featuring gothic pixel art and RPG mechanics, including characters from the Bloodstained series. - Blessed Burden - Release Date: June 19 - Developer: Podoba Interactive - Gameplay: A first-person parkour game where players, as a priest, descend into hell to confront evil, with a focus on speed and agility, and gameplay priced under ten dollars.

AppWizard

June 22, 2025

Your favorite apps might betray you, thanks to a new Android trick that fools even smart users

A significant security vulnerability has been discovered in Android's notification system, allowing malicious actors to exploit invisible Unicode characters to open deceptive links without user awareness. Research indicates that this flaw enables attackers to redirect users from seemingly legitimate links, such as "amazon.com," to malicious sites like "zon.com" through the use of zero-width space characters. Major applications including WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Discord, and Slack have been confirmed as vulnerable to this exploit. Attackers can also use this vulnerability to initiate deep links that perform actions like making calls or sending messages without user consent. Traditional antivirus solutions may not detect these threats, as they do not involve conventional malware, highlighting the need for endpoint protection tools that focus on behavioral anomalies. Users are advised to be cautious with notifications and links from unfamiliar sources.

AppWizard

June 22, 2025

I’ve already found the best fishing game in Steam’s Fishing Fest, Scale the Depths, which lets you feed fish to Nessie in Loch Ness and hunt for the mythic Beithir

The text describes a fishing-themed game called Scale the Depths, which features pixel-art graphics and involves players catching fish to serve whimsical creatures on Loch Ness. Players must cater to the unique dietary preferences of various patrons, including otters and the Loch Ness monster, while earning money to upgrade their fishing gear. Upgrades available in the game include enhancements to the fishing rod, hook, knife, and inventory size. Players can explore deeper waters for larger fish and treasures, with the ultimate goal of catching the mythical Beithir. The game requires active participation in fishing, with controls that can be challenging but improve with gear upgrades.

AppWizard

June 20, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Meteorfall Journeys, Towaga, Lumino City, more

A new wave of Android game and app deals has emerged, including savings on Samsung Galaxy Book laptops and Lenovo’s Legion Go PC gaming handheld. Discounts are available on the 512GB Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and Google Pixel Watch 3. Notable Android app and game price drops include titles such as Towaga, Lumino City, Majesty: The Fantasy Kingdom, and Meteorfall: Journeys. Meteorfall is a deck-building roguelike adventure where players choose from four adventurers and enhance their decks with new cards. Combat involves drawing cards to either unleash their power or conserve stamina, adding strategic depth to encounters.

AppWizard

June 20, 2025

Pixel AI tipped to supercharge your Gboard with instant edits and more

Google is preparing to roll out enhancements for Gboard, including a feature called "SmartEdit" that uses generative AI for voice-driven editing, allowing users to add, remove, or replace words with their voice. Another rumored feature, "Magic Cue," may integrate with Gboard's clipboard to recognize relevant information in apps like Gmail for easier data sharing. Magic Cue has previously been known as "Pixel Sense" and "Pixie" and aims to provide time-saving actions. Additionally, a "favorites" list for Emoji Kitchen will allow users to save their favorite emoji combinations. These features are still in development.

AppWizard

June 20, 2025

18 Minecraft secrets that will help you beat the game

- Minecraft has 204.33 million monthly players. - Llamas can be used as pack mules, with inventory capacity varying from three to fifteen slots based on strength. - Breaking a block reveals a pattern on its north side, aiding navigation. - Lava is a more durable fuel than wood and coal in furnaces. - Diamonds are commonly found between levels 15 and 63, with deeper mining increasing discovery chances. - Players can change a blue sheep to red by bringing it near an Evoker. - Torches can be used to farm sand and gravel blocks by placing them right after block removal. - Mushroom biomes provide safety from hostile mobs at night. - Wearing a carved pumpkin prevents Endermen from attacking. - Players can create Iron Golems for protection by arranging iron blocks and a carved pumpkin. - Cats deter Creepers, making them useful companions. - Doors can create air pockets underwater for breathing. - Snowballs can be used against Blazes in combat. - Placing torches around mob spawners can stop enemy production without destroying them. - The Swift Sneak enchantment allows faster movement while crouching. - Mooshrooms can be milked for mushroom stew. - Players can dye their dogs' collars for customization. - Glass panes can protect pixel art designs on maps from modifications. - Zombies are attracted to turtle eggs, providing a distraction tactic for players.