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August 7, 2025

YouTube Android Bug Resets Playback Speed, Frustrating Users

A glitch in the YouTube app for Android prevents users from adjusting playback speeds, leaving them stuck at the default 1x speed. This issue has been reported by users globally and mirrors a similar problem from the previous year, indicating a recurring vulnerability in YouTube’s Android codebase. YouTube has acknowledged the issue and is investigating it, with speculation that it may be linked to recent Android OS updates or changes to internal APIs. The bug affects both stable version 20.28.39 and beta version 20.29.39, while YouTube Music's podcast controls remain unaffected. Users have shared workarounds, such as uninstalling app updates to revert to a functional version, although this may pose security risks. The incident raises concerns about Google’s quality assurance processes and the balance between innovation and reliability in app development.

AppWizard

August 7, 2025

Bellevue to screen The Minecraft Movie at riverfront park

Bellevue is hosting a movie night at Bellevue Beach Park on Thursday, featuring a screening of The Minecraft Movie at 8:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with complimentary popcorn provided by the Bellevue Police Department while supplies last. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. This marks the return of outdoor movies in Bellevue after over a decade.

AppWizard

August 6, 2025

‘Wednesday’ bestie Emma Myers talks wolfing out, ‘Minecraft’ memes

Emma Myers began her acting career in 2010 on "The Glades," where she played the daughter of a NASA mission specialist by simply smiling for the camera in family photos. She gained prominence as Enid in Netflix's "Wednesday," which debuted three years ago, and has since taken on various roles, including the lead in "A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder" and as Natalie in "A Minecraft Movie." Myers has a role in the upcoming animated feature "Angry Birds 3," set for release in 2027. In the second season of "Wednesday," Enid is involved in a love triangle and faces a new rival, Agnes. Myers has experienced personal growth and gained confidence over the past three years. She has input in Enid's wardrobe and character design, including a new haircut for Season 2. Myers finds the balance of Enid's werewolf transformations important and has received praise for her British accent in "A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder." She recently won a Kids' Choice Award for her performance in "A Minecraft Movie."

AppWizard

August 5, 2025

Google Gemini Android App to Add Audio Uploads for AI Insights

Google's Gemini app for Android is set to enhance its functionality by supporting audio file uploads, as indicated by an APK teardown revealing code strings and user interface elements for this feature. This development will allow users to summarize podcasts, transcribe meetings, and extract insights from voice memos. The introduction of audio capabilities follows earlier features like Audio Overviews, which enable podcast-style discussions from written documents. However, there are significant privacy concerns regarding the handling of sensitive audio data, with fears that Google may access personal information without explicit user consent. Critics warn that audio uploads could lead to unauthorized data scraping and complicate compliance with data protection regulations. Google has mentioned configurable privacy settings to address these risks, but skepticism remains about their adequacy. The anticipated rollout of this feature is expected in the coming months.

AppWizard

August 3, 2025

Google Home App Gains Material 3 Media Controller Redesign on Android

Google has rolled out a redesigned media controller in the Google Home app for Android, featuring a Material 3 aesthetic with rounded edges and dynamic color theming. The new interface replaces the previous card-style layout with a streamlined floating panel that activates during media playback on connected devices. Users now see a pill-shaped controller at the bottom of the screen, displaying album artwork, playback controls, and a progress bar, which can be expanded for additional features. The redesign enhances accessibility with larger touch targets and improved contrast ratios. This update is part of a broader initiative to create smarter home experiences, including potential voice-activated media adjustments with upcoming Gemini AI enhancements. The redesign aims to improve user interaction and simplify multi-room audio management, while also positioning Google competitively against Amazon's Alexa and Apple’s HomeKit.

AppWizard

July 31, 2025

Chromebook Users Hit by Vanishing Google Play Store and Android Apps

Chromebook users have experienced the disappearance of the Google Play Store and Android applications, attributed to software updates, device compatibility issues, and changes in Google’s policies. Chrome OS selectively supports Android applications, with devices launched in or after 2019 generally able to access the Play Store, while older models may lose access during updates. Troubleshooting often involves checking settings or performing a factory reset, but these do not always resolve the issue. Google is phasing out legacy Chrome Web Store applications in favor of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), which disrupts Android app access. Workarounds like sideloading apps from APK files exist but require technical expertise and raise security concerns. Google is integrating new features into Chrome OS, including Play Store filters, but persistent app disappearance issues could undermine user trust. The situation reflects broader tensions in Google’s ecosystem management, impacting the adoption of Chromebooks as professional devices. Users have expressed frustration over unexplained app losses, highlighting the need for clearer communication from Google.

AppWizard

July 26, 2025

Kaysville woman sentenced to 6 years to life in prison for sexually abusing boy

Racquel Couch, a 39-year-old woman from Kaysville, has been sentenced to a prison term ranging from six years to life for her involvement in the sexual abuse of a 13-year-old boy in 2020. Initially charged with multiple serious offenses, including four counts of child rape and one count of sodomy, she entered a guilty plea to a single count of aggravated sexual abuse of a child as part of a plea agreement. This agreement resulted in a continuous protective order for the victim and a lifetime requirement for Couch to register as a sex offender. The abuse occurred between January and March 2020, during which Couch allegedly took the boy to secluded locations and instructed him to keep the incidents secret. She also sent nude photographs and engaged in inappropriate texting with the victim. Although she initially denied the allegations, Couch later admitted to inappropriate touching and acknowledged her position of "special trust" and "undue influence" over the boy.

AppWizard

July 22, 2025

Nifty Chrome add-on shows which Steam games are already on Game Pass

Michael has a decade of experience in technology journalism, specializing in keyboard technology at PCWorld. He has contributed to publications like Android Police, Digital Trends, Wired, Lifehacker, and How-To Geek, and has covered major industry events such as CES and Mobile World Congress. He lives in Pennsylvania and enjoys outdoor activities, including kayaking.

AppWizard

July 22, 2025

RoboCop: Rogue City – Unfinished Business PC Performance Analysis

NACON unveiled RoboCop: Rogue City – Unfinished Business for PC, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. The benchmarking process used an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor, 32GB of DDR5 RAM at 6000MHz, and various graphics cards including AMD Radeon RX 6900XT, RX 7900XTX, RX 9070XT, and NVIDIA RTX 2080Ti, RTX 3080, RTX 4090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5090, on a Windows 10 64-bit environment with specific drivers. The game lacks a built-in benchmark tool, so testing was conducted in the police station area, a demanding segment early in the game. It features a range of graphics settings and supports advanced technologies like DLSS 4, AMD FSR 3.0, and Intel XeSS 2.0. At 1080p with Epic Settings, all tested GPUs exceeded 60FPS, with the RTX 2080Ti achieving over 65FPS. At 1440p with Epic Settings, the NVIDIA RTX 3080 is the minimum requirement for smooth gameplay, while the RX 6900XT did not reach 60FPS. The RTX 4090 and RTX 5090 maintained framerates above 60FPS at Native 4K with Epic Settings. Benchmarks indicate that Unfinished Business performs better than its predecessor, with the RTX 2080Ti in Rogue City dipping below 60FPS, while Unfinished Business consistently exceeds 65FPS. At 4K, the RTX 4090 struggled to maintain 60FPS in Rogue City, whereas Unfinished Business remained above 70FPS. Both games experience occasional stuttering during world traversal, and while Unfinished Business matches Rogue City in visual fidelity, it surpasses it in performance. The game employs Lumen for global illumination but has noticeable artifacts and subpar facial and lip-sync animations. Unfinished Business has a smaller environment compared to Rogue City, contributing to its enhanced performance, and offers support for DLSS, FSR, and XeSS for optimization.

Winsage

July 17, 2025

Get a legit Windows 11 license for just $60 instead of the usual $139

Gabriela has over a decade of experience in technology writing and has contributed to respected consumer tech publications such as PCWorld, Macworld, PCMag, IGN, MakeUseOf, XDA, Android Police, and Pocket-lint. Her work includes news articles, product reviews, buying guides, and deal roundups, showcasing her versatility and depth of knowledge in the industry.