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AppWizard

September 22, 2026

We got Googlebook’s text editor app to run on Android, and it looks great

Googlebooks have officially started pre-orders ahead of their launch on October 4. The new laptop range includes a feature called Continue On, which facilitates seamless transitions between a Googlebook and a smartphone. An early preview of the Text app, a dedicated text editor available on the Google Play Store, shows it supports various programming languages and offers syntax highlighting. The app adapts well to different screen sizes, features a tab-based layout for managing multiple projects, and includes conventional tools like find and replace. While other text editor options will be available, the native Text app is specifically designed for Googlebooks. There are currently no plans to extend this app to other Android devices.

AppWizard

September 22, 2026

Googlebook pre-orders begin: prices, Android sync, and more is here

Google has started pre-orders for its new Googlebooks as of September 21, with a market release scheduled for October 4. The devices, produced by brands like ASUS, Dell, and HP, start at 9 and feature touchscreens, haptic glass trackpads, backlit keyboards, and premium materials. They are powered by Qualcomm and Intel processors, with battery life up to 14 hours. Key features include a Snapdragon X Elite chip with a 12-core CPU, seamless integration with Android phones, and access to major applications. Each purchase includes a year of GeForce NOW. The Googlebook also incorporates AI features like Gemini, which assists users through various functions. Pre-orders are available at Best Buy, the Google Store, and other retailers.

AppWizard

September 21, 2026

Google Unveils Googlebooks: Premium Laptops Built for Android and Gemini Intelligence

Google is launching its new line of premium laptops called Googlebooks in Australia, with pre-orders starting today and devices available from manufacturers like HP, Dell, Lenovo, Acer, and ASUS. The laptops will start at an RRP of ,299 and are set to be available on October 5th. They feature the new Googlebook OS, built on the Android technology stack, and include advanced functionalities powered by Gemini Intelligence. The devices will support over 20,000 games and allow seamless integration with Android phones, enabling users to transfer settings and access apps easily. The Googlebooks will have a premium build quality, powered by Intel and Qualcomm processors, with battery life exceeding 14 hours, and will come standard with 16GB of RAM and SSD storage starting at 256GB. Various models will be offered, including different form factors and specifications. Additionally, users will receive a 12-month subscription to Google AI Pro, which includes cloud storage and access to advanced tools.

BetaBeacon

September 17, 2026

Hit Roguelike Dome Keeper is Being Ported to iOS and Android – Pre-registration is Open

- Mobile version of Dome Keeper, a popular mining survival game, is in the works - Pre-registration is open on Google Play and pre-orders are available on the App Store for 899 rubles - Dome Keeper involves balancing resource extraction and defense against alien attacks - Players can enhance the dome, upgrade mining equipment, and increase movement speed with materials found - Procedurally generated maps offer a unique experience with each new run - Dome Keeper was originally released on Steam in 2022 and has sold over a million copies by October 2024

AppWizard

September 15, 2026

Minecraft Dungeons II Xbox Release Date, Price, Game Pass

Minecraft Dungeons II is set to launch on September 29, 2026, as confirmed by Xbox Game Studios. It will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC (via Steam and the Microsoft Store), and will be included in Xbox Game Pass from day one. The Standard Edition is priced at .99, while the Deluxe Edition costs .99 and includes future downloadable content. Pre-orders come with exclusive hero skins, the Twisted cape, and a Twisted chicken pet. The sequel features a larger campaign across two interconnected worlds, a new antagonist, an expanded gear and enchantment system, new enemy types, environmental challenges, and a returning four-player co-op mode.

AppWizard

September 14, 2026

Googlebook pre-orders finally have a date: Here’s when you can buy one

Pre-orders for Googlebooks will begin on September 21 at 9 a.m. ET. The initial lineup will include devices from Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, and Lenovo, featuring advanced capabilities centered around Gemini, such as Magic Pointer and AI-generated custom widgets. Googlebooks will be based on a new Android-based technology stack, moving away from ChromeOS. The integration with Android phones will allow users to launch apps and access files directly from their devices on the Googlebook.

AppWizard

September 12, 2026

‘Minecraft Dungeons II’ is coming soon: Score bonus items, preorder deals

Minecraft Dungeons II is set to launch on September 29, and players can pre-order two editions: - Standard Edition for .99, which includes: - Twisted Cape - Twisted Chicken Pet - Two additional hero skins - Full access to the base game on launch day and the Minecraft Launcher. - Deluxe Edition for .99, which includes all Standard Edition bonuses plus: - Access to two future DLC expansion packs - Instant access to the Soul Cape cosmetic - Blub Pet companion - Four Deluxe hero skins. Pre-orders must be completed by September 28 to receive these bonuses.

AppWizard

September 12, 2026

Minecraft 26.3 Launches with New Dungeons II Rewards Integration

Minecraft version 26.3 is nearing its official release as the first Java Edition release candidate is available, part of the Wilderness Bound expansion. The update includes key fixes to combat mechanics, such as adjustments to blocking interactions and the removal of axes' ability to disable shields. It also corrects an error in the match_block loot predicate and resolves a visibility exploit with ender pearls. Additionally, Minecraft Dungeons II will allow players to unlock cosmetic items across Minecraft Dungeons II, Java Edition, and Bedrock Edition by using the same Microsoft account. Players who engage with the original Minecraft Dungeons before December 31, 2026, can obtain the Hero Cape, while pre-orders for Dungeons II will grant the Twisted Cape and other exclusive items. However, some Deluxe Edition rewards will remain exclusive to Dungeons II.

BetaBeacon

September 5, 2026

Saints Row The Third Remastered Arrives on iOS and Android

Feral Interactive has announced that Saints Row The Third Remastered will be released on iOS and Android devices. The mobile version will include all graphical upgrades from the console remaster, custom touch controls, and support for gamepads and desktop peripherals. The game will also feature expansion content with 14 bonus story missions and over 30 unlockable items. Pre-orders are available on the iOS App Store and pre-registration is open on Google Play. The game is priced at .99 in the United States, £12.99 in the United Kingdom, and €15.99 across Europe.

BetaBeacon

September 4, 2026

Saints Row: The Third is coming to iPhone and Android on October 29

Feral Interactive is bringing Saints Row: The Third Remastered to iOS and Android on October 29, 2026, priced at .99. The game includes all DLC, offering players 14 additional missions, over 30 extra weapons, vehicles, and costumes. It has been redesigned for touch controls and also supports gamepads, keyboards, and mice for a seamless gaming experience.