productivity tool Archives

Winsage

March 29, 2025

6 reasons Listary is one of the best launchers on Windows

Listary is an app launcher that enhances efficiency in locating and launching applications and files on Windows. Users can access a search field by pressing Ctrl twice, allowing for quick app searches even with typos. It offers a responsive search experience, unlike the slower Windows search feature, and simplifies file navigation with an interface similar to File Explorer. Listary allows customization of keyboard shortcuts and appearance settings, and integrates seamlessly with File Explorer for direct searches within specific directories. It is free for personal use, with a pro version available at an affordable price, offering additional features.

BetaBeacon

December 27, 2024

Free Apps: Last-minute Gifts After Christmas!

Android apps and games that are free for a short time include Evertale, Defense Zone 3 Ultra HD, Sphaze, Last Plant on Earth, Rooftop Snipers, Dino Rush, and Out There Chronicles - Ep. 2.

AppWizard

December 21, 2024

Google Keep May Become a System App in Android 16

Google Keep is transitioning into a system app on Android 16 devices, as seen in the Android 16 Developer Preview 2, where it is listed as a pre-installed application that cannot be uninstalled without root access. This change positions Google Keep alongside essential system applications like Phone, Contacts, and the Google Play Store. The app recently gained compatibility with Google Tasks, indicating a renewed focus on enhancing its functionality within the Android ecosystem. Future updates are expected to further integrate Google Keep as a key productivity tool on the platform.

Winsage

December 10, 2024

Windows Recall finally opens its doors to Intel and AMD with latest preview

Microsoft has expanded the Windows Recall preview to include a wider range of Copilot+ PCs, allowing users of Intel and AMD processors to access advanced features such as Recall, Click To Do, and Image Generation. Previously, only Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs had access to these features. Click To Do enables users to analyze content on their screens by pressing the Windows key and clicking the mouse, similar to Google’s Circle Search. Some advanced capabilities of Click To Do remain exclusive to Snapdragon X PCs. Intelligent text generation is currently available only on Arm architecture, but Intel and AMD users will gain access soon. The rollout of these features beyond the Insider Program is expected as early as early 2025, with February or March being likely timeframes.

BetaBeacon

November 19, 2024

Google Play’s best apps and games of 2024

The winners of Google Play's Best of 2024 awards are a productivity app and a game that have captured the hearts of users.

Winsage

October 19, 2024

OpenAI just launched ChatGPT for Windows—and it’s coming for your office software

OpenAI has launched a Windows desktop application for ChatGPT, following a macOS version, aimed at integrating AI into daily life. The application is currently in preview for ChatGPT Plus, Enterprise, Team, and Edu subscribers, allowing users to access the AI assistant with a keyboard shortcut (Alt + Space) from anywhere on their PC. This initiative is part of OpenAI's strategy to position ChatGPT as an essential tool in personal and professional settings, enhancing user engagement and data collection. OpenAI is also exploring partnerships beyond Microsoft, including discussions with Oracle and outreach to the U.S. military. The release could transform enterprise software by positioning ChatGPT as a core productivity tool, potentially disrupting traditional software providers. However, OpenAI faces challenges regarding biases in AI models and the implications of its rapid growth and commercialization.