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Microsoft to shut down Outlook app on Android devices in May - switch or be 'cut off'
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Microsoft to shut down Outlook app on Android devices in May – switch or be ‘cut off’

Microsoft is retiring the Outlook Lite app, which has over 10 million downloads since its 2022 launch. The app will be fully retired on May 25, 2026, after being removed from the Google Play Store on October 6, 2025. Users will still be able to open the app, but mailbox access and in-app navigation will be disabled. Microsoft encourages users to switch to Outlook Mobile before the cutoff date to maintain access to their email services. Additionally, Microsoft retired Skype in May 2025 after 22 years, with users retaining access to messages until January 2026, when all data was permanently deleted.
Microsoft's Outlook Lite Android App Will Stop Working on May 25
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Microsoft’s Outlook Lite Android App Will Stop Working on May 25

Microsoft will retire its Outlook Lite Android app on May 25, 2026, following its removal from the Google Play Store on October 6, 2025. Launched in 2022 for users in emerging markets, Outlook Lite was designed for devices with 1GB of RAM and slower 2G and 3G networks, offering less storage use and better power efficiency. Microsoft is directing users to its primary Outlook mobile app, which will include an Upgrade option for Outlook Lite users. The primary app is ad-supported, with an ad-free experience available through a Microsoft 365 Personal or Home subscription.
Warhammer Classics brings dozens of lost games to Steam, including my blursed childhood favorite
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Warhammer Classics brings dozens of lost games to Steam, including my blursed childhood favorite

Warhammer 40,000 Fire Warrior is being released on Steam as part of the Warhammer Classics collection, which includes seven new titles: Warhammer: Shadow of the Horned Rat, Final Liberation: Warhammer Epic 40,000, Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate, Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War, Warhammer: Dark Omen, and Warhammer: Mark of Chaos - Gold Edition. Additionally, 17 re-releases are coming to the platform, including the first two Dawn of War games and Battlefleet Gothic. The developer and publisher, SNEG, has updated these classic games for compatibility with modern systems. The complete roster of returning titles includes Space Hulk, Space Hulk: Ascension, Warhammer 40,000: Armageddon, Warhammer 40,000: Sanctus Reach, Talisman: Horus Heresy, Talisman: Origins, Man O' War: Corsair - Warhammer Naval Battles, Warhammer Quest, Warhammer Quest 2: The End Times, Legacy of Dorn: Herald of Oblivion, Warhammer Underworlds - Shadespire Edition, Dawn of War, Dawn of War 2, Chainsaw Warrior, Chainsaw Warrior: Lords of Night, Dark Future: Blood Red States, Space Hulk: Tactics, Battlefleet Gothic: Armada, Blood Bowl: Chaos Edition, and Blood Bowl 2: Legendary Edition. The collection is available on Steam with a launch discount until April 20.
Games Workshop brings seven classic Warhammer games to Steam for the first time
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Games Workshop brings seven classic Warhammer games to Steam for the first time

Games Workshop has reintroduced a collection of classic Warhammer and Warhammer 40K video games to Steam, marking their first availability on the platform. The titles include three from the Warhammer fantasy range: Shadow of the Horned Rat, Mark of Chaos – Gold Edition, and Dark Omen, as well as four from the Warhammer 40K universe: Chaos Gate, Fire Warrior, Final Liberation, and Rites of War. To celebrate these re-releases, Games Workshop is hosting a Classics sale on Steam, offering discounts on all 19 returning titles and recent releases like Dawn of War – Definitive Edition and Dawn of War 2 – Anniversary Edition.
Xbox Game Pass is too expensive, new Xbox boss reportedly says: 'we need a better value equation'
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

Xbox Game Pass is too expensive, new Xbox boss reportedly says: ‘we need a better value equation’

Asha Sharma, the new head of Xbox, expressed concerns in an internal memo that the pricing structure of the Game Pass subscription service is "too expensive" for players. She emphasized the need to reassess the subscription model to deliver better value and indicated plans to evolve Game Pass into a more flexible system, which will require time for testing. The discussion follows mixed financial outcomes, with former Bethesda VP Pete Hines noting that Game Pass has negatively impacted retail revenue. Additionally, Xbox is realigning its focus on console hardware integrity and may discontinue the 'This is an Xbox' marketing campaign as part of a broader strategic pivot, including a renewed market push with Project Helix.
These custom Linux lock screens styled after Minecraft, NieR Automata, and Genshin Impact are single-handedly eroding my loyalty to Windows
AppWizard
April 14, 2026

These custom Linux lock screens styled after Minecraft, NieR Automata, and Genshin Impact are single-handedly eroding my loyalty to Windows

A Redditor named Darkkal44 has created a collection of visually striking Linux lock screens inspired by video games, available on GitHub. The sentiment towards Linux is becoming more favorable among gamers, particularly with the introduction of a new Proton Experimental build that simplifies playing classic Capcom titles. A distribution called Bazzite is highlighted for its user-friendliness and features like ScopeBuddy for HDR gaming. Customization options, including a Windows 7-style lock screen called Qylock, are appealing for users considering a switch from Windows to Linux. Despite the growing appeal, some users remain hesitant to fully transition from Windows.
Microsoft will shut down its Outlook Lite Android app on May 25
AppWizard
April 13, 2026

Microsoft will shut down its Outlook Lite Android app on May 25

Outlook Lite will cease operations on May 25, following its phased retirement that began last October when it was removed from the Google Play Store. Launched in 2022, Outlook Lite was aimed at users in emerging markets with entry-level smartphones and limited network connectivity, achieving over 10 million downloads by 2024. After May 25, the app may still launch but will not display emails or calendar items. Users are encouraged to transition to alternative email clients, with Microsoft recommending the Outlook Mobile app as the primary replacement, which syncs existing emails and calendar entries. Organizations using Outlook Lite should update their internal documentation and guide employees toward alternative applications before the deadline. Other Android alternatives include Proton Mail, Spark Mail, and Gmail, although none match Outlook Lite's compact 5MB size.
Windows 11 Overhaul: Microsoft's 7-Point Plan to Catch Up with Apple's macOS
Winsage
April 13, 2026

Windows 11 Overhaul: Microsoft’s 7-Point Plan to Catch Up with Apple’s macOS

Microsoft is implementing a seven-point plan to transform Windows 11, addressing user feedback and enhancing competitiveness against Apple's macOS. The plan includes reducing advertisements, improving performance and resource management, and giving users more control over system updates. This initiative responds to user dissatisfaction with Windows 11's design and functionality. The rollout of the plan is expected in the coming months as Microsoft aims to regain its position in the market, particularly in light of the popularity of Apple's MacBook Neo.
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