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AppWizard

April 14, 2026

Instagram rolls out native app support for Android tablets

Instagram has launched a dedicated native app for Android tablets, featuring a multi-column layout for the feed, direct messages, and comments. The DMs section includes a split-pane view for easier communication, and comments can now be viewed alongside posts or Reels. The app enhances the Reels editing experience with a full horizontal timeline. Navigation has been updated with a side rail for better usability on larger screens. This release follows a previous limited tablet-style layout tested in 2023 and comes about seven months after Meta introduced a dedicated iPad app. Users can check for the update on the Play Store.

AppWizard

April 7, 2026

There’s a brilliant fingerprint hack hiding on your Samsung phone — here’s how to use it

Samsung's Good Lock app allows users to personalize their devices, including a feature that enables different fingerprints to launch specific applications. Users can register multiple fingerprints and assign unique actions to each, such as opening Instagram with a left thumb or the Notes app with a right index finger. To set this up, users must download the Good Lock app, register their fingerprints, and use the Routines+ plugin to create routines that define actions for each fingerprint. This feature enhances convenience and productivity by providing quick access to frequently used apps and tasks.

BetaBeacon

March 15, 2026

This game-changing Galaxy S26 feature just transformed my Netflix binge sessions

- Audio Eraser in the Gallery app allows users to adjust audio categories in videos - The feature was upgraded in the Galaxy S26 series to support third-party apps - Users can adjust audio categories such as voices, music, noise, and crowd for desired effect - The feature can help in hearing dialogue clearly in TV shows and may be helpful for people who are hard of hearing - Audio Eraser is becoming a favorite feature on Samsung's latest flagships

AppWizard

March 14, 2026

Instagram says your chat privacy is going away, as its encryption vanishes soon

Instagram's end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for direct messages will be removed on May 8, 2026, resulting in decreased privacy for user chats. The platform is also enhancing protections for younger users by implementing advanced AI to manage Teen Accounts, which will have restrictions on unsolicited contacts and curated content.

Winsage

March 6, 2026

A buggy Windows 11 update locked my Xbox Ally X for 12 hours

The author experienced frustration with the Xbox Ally X handheld, which, despite its impressive hardware, feels unfinished and struggles due to limitations of Windows 11. An update intended for the device led to a critical failure, displaying a message that the device couldn't be repaired, potentially due to corrupted boot files from the update. This incident raises concerns about the reliability of future Xbox devices built on PC architecture, especially if simple updates can result in system failures.

AppWizard

February 26, 2026

Instagram Reels just landed on Google TV, for better or worse

Instagram has launched a dedicated app for Google TV, allowing users to view Reels and photos on their living room screens. The app organizes Reels into themed channels and enables interactions like liking, commenting, and sharing directly from the TV. Currently, the app is available only to users in the U.S. and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store, supporting up to five accounts on a single device. Users can also create a dedicated account for TV viewing. The app was initially tested on Fire TV devices before its expansion to Google TV, as announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri.

AppWizard

February 21, 2026

GoPro Hero 4 Session: Android App Guide

To connect a GoPro Hero 4 Session to an Android device, first install the GoPro app from the Google Play Store. Ensure the camera is powered on and in pairing mode by pressing the button until the Wi-Fi icon appears. Open the GoPro app, add the camera, select "GoPro Hero 4 Session," and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to the camera's Wi-Fi network using the default password "goprohero." Once connected, the app provides features such as remote control, live preview, settings adjustment, media management, highlight tagging, and firmware updates. Common troubleshooting steps include ensuring Wi-Fi is enabled, forgetting the network, restarting devices, checking for interference, and updating the app and firmware. Tips for enhancing the GoPro experience include using the app for time-lapse photography, exploring Protune settings, creating short video clips, and regularly backing up footage.

AppWizard

February 15, 2026

Someone is building a lifesized Seikret cosplay despite the fact they’ve ‘never made anything like this before’ and after seeing the process, you can’t convince me this thing doesn’t live and breathe

Trine.k.n is creating a life-sized Seikret cosplay, sharing their journey on Instagram since October 2025. They documented the pattern-making process for the headpiece, including foam cutting and assembly. By December 2025, they revealed a wearable frame for the Seikret head, highlighting challenges like maintaining a lightweight design and proper weight distribution. Trine.k.n had no prior experience in crafting elaborate suits and noted their lack of experience in the project description. The latest update included the assembly of the neck, body, legs, and arms, with each scale carefully soldered and painted. The Seikret features a moveable head, neck, and jaw, with plans to add accessories and feathers.

AppWizard

February 12, 2026

Instagram app crashing within seconds of opening on Android for many [U: Widespread again]

The Instagram app for Android is experiencing significant crashing issues, particularly related to beta version 417.0.0.0.73, causing frustration among users who report the app force-closing within seconds of launching. Problems began two days ago with crashes when liking comments and escalated to the app failing to launch. Users have encountered the error message “Something went wrong with Instagram” and have reported their photo grids disappearing, despite everything being intact on the web version. Clearing the cache provides only temporary relief, and standard troubleshooting methods have not resolved the issues. Many users are unable to disable the Early Access toggle due to errors. Meta has not yet acknowledged these problems publicly. Some users are considering installing an older APK file as a temporary solution.

AppWizard

January 28, 2026

A Teen Refused to Watch the Dozens of Facebook Reels Her Mom Sends Every Day Because She Doesn’t Use the App, And It Turned Into an Argument About Respect

A 16-year-old girl maintains a Facebook account at her mother's insistence but has little interest in the platform, while her mother actively shares over 15 reels daily. The mother expressed frustration over the daughter's lack of engagement, interpreting her disinterest as rudeness, which led to a heated argument. The daughter clarified that her refusal to engage with Facebook reels is a matter of personal preference, not rebellion. She prefers to connect with her mother through other apps she enjoys. The incident has garnered support for the teen on social media, highlighting generational differences in technology use and communication styles.