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AppWizard
July 30, 2026
Samsung is enhancing its One UI 9 with a new feature that allows users to set custom zoom levels for individual applications. This feature will enable users to select from various zoom options, including Large, Largest, Medium, Small, Smallest, and System settings, and will keep the assigned zoom level for each app independent of overall system settings. References to this feature have been found in One UI 9 on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, but it has not yet been fully implemented. The release timeline is uncertain, but it may debut with a future retail update. Additionally, Samsung has introduced a built-in Google Search bar in One UI 9.
AppWizard
July 29, 2026
Sheldon Carter, president of Digital Extremes, noted that while Destiny 2 is facing challenges, Warframe has seen significant growth in recent years. Digital Extremes has shifted its strategy to focus on Warframe's development and promotion, allowing it to thrive and enabling the nurturing of Soulframe, which is still in pre-release. Unlike Bungie, Digital Extremes is concentrating on a single project to build a strong connection with its audience. Carter emphasized that expertise does not prevent past mistakes but allows for quicker recovery. Warframe remains a priority for the studio, praised for its adaptability across various devices, positioning it as a "forever game" that will continue to be updated and relevant despite industry challenges.
AppWizard
July 27, 2026
The pre-release review period for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 featured numerous glitches and challenges, including silenced gunfire and stalled quests, but also showcased the game's potential. GSC Game World announced the first story DLC titled "Cost of Hope," which will explore the ideologies of the Zone's factions, Duty and Freedom, and introduce new territories, allies, foes, and weapons. Additionally, a significant 2.0 update will upgrade the game from Unreal Engine 5.1 to 5.5.4, bringing new features and content free for existing players. More details on the DLC and update are expected as the August 20 release date approaches.
AppWizard
July 17, 2026
GameNative 1.1.1's pre-release adds Nexus Mods support for managing mods, per-game profiles, and toggles. The update supports up to four players and features an improved controller editor with Xbox-style shoulder labels. It includes GOG recommendations, Steam collection support, and UI tweaks. The pre-release is available on GitHub.
Winsage
July 10, 2026
Microsoft has confirmed that WSL Containers, which allows users to create and manage Linux containers directly from Windows, is now available on Windows 10. Users must have Windows 10 version 2004 (Build 19041) or later to utilize WSL Containers. The installation process involves checking the Windows build, installing WSL, updating to the container build, confirming the version, and running a test command. WSL Containers support GPU passthrough, enabling CUDA capabilities directly from Windows 10. A text-based UI dashboard for managing WSL Containers, named lazywslc, has also been introduced.
AppWizard
July 8, 2026
The Denuvo anti-tamper technology has been bypassed in pre-release versions of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, allowing unauthorized copies to circulate since June 7, 2026, ahead of its official launch on July 9, 2026. This incident follows similar leaks of major titles earlier in the year, including Forza Horizon 6, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Subnautica 2. Critics argue that Denuvo causes performance issues and intrusive online checks, raising doubts about its effectiveness and necessity in protecting single-player titles.
AppWizard
July 7, 2026
Google is redesigning its Google Translate app for Android, introducing a new navigation bar at the bottom with four sections: Translate, Live, Camera, and Practice. The language selectors have been moved to the top for a cleaner layout, and the translation input box now includes quick action buttons. A hamburger menu has replaced the Saved shortcut, providing a new “Your activity” screen that consolidates translation history and saved translations. The text input screen has a modern aesthetic, with recent translations visible within the input card, and the results page features individual cards for source and translated text.
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