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April 11, 2025

I really wish these 7 apps worked on Android Auto

Google's Android Auto has the potential to enhance the driving experience through the integration of various apps, which are currently limited due to safety concerns. Anticipated additions include: - Google Tasks: Allows access to to-do lists and checklists directly from the car dashboard, facilitating pre-trip preparations and reminders. - Google Keep: Provides quick access to stored information like road trip plans and addresses, improving efficiency for passengers. - Airbnb: Enables reading host messages aloud and accessing check-in procedures and contact information while driving. - Google Drive: Offers quick access to important documents and reservation confirmations on the Android Auto screen. - Slack: Could allow users to manage workplace communication and respond to messages safely while on the road. - Fitbit: May provide insights into health metrics like heart rate during driving, potentially suggesting optimal driving times and rest breaks. - YouTube: Could allow access to audio content while driving, with video playback available when parked. These apps could significantly enrich the Android Auto experience, making it safer, more enjoyable, and efficient.

AppWizard

April 4, 2025

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Death Road to Canada, 911 Operator, BE-A Walker, more

Nintendo has postponed the pre-order date for the upcoming Switch 2 games, but the launch remains on schedule. A hands-on video of the console is available. Samsung offers several TV models: QN900F (65 to 85 inches), QN90F (43 to 98 inches), and QN80F (55 to 85 inches). The game "Death Road to Canada" is a Randomly Generated Road Trip Action-RPG where players navigate from Florida to Canada while facing zombies and encountering unique characters and events.

AppWizard

March 7, 2025

The Best Video Games of 2025 (So Far)

January allowed players to enjoy late-2024 titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, while February introduced several new games, including Civilization VII and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II. Early 2025 releases include: 1. Monster Hunter Wilds - A game featuring big-game hunting in a Mesozoic ecosystem, focusing on ecological balance and cinematic experiences. 2. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - A narrative-adventure game where players shape the story of Swann, an aspiring filmmaker, influenced by ’90s underground music and film. 3. Keep Driving - A driving simulator that emphasizes road trip experiences through small decisions, exploring themes of time and connection. 4. Citizen Sleeper - A sequel set in a distant galaxy where players navigate a vibrant universe as a robot worker escaping a gang boss, combining narrative depth with engaging mechanics. 5. Lonely Mountains: Snow Riders - A skiing game that offers breathtaking visuals and immersive environments, blending the thrill of time trials with a serene atmosphere.

AppWizard

February 15, 2025

Keep Driving review

Keep Driving is a turn-based road trip RPG priced at .99/£15.00 from YCJY Games, designed for single-player experiences and compatible with the Steam Deck. Players embark on a journey to a music festival, gathering supplies and selecting routes while managing a car that serves as both vehicle and inventory. The game features road events that affect attributes like gasoline, cash, car durability, and energy levels, requiring strategic use of skill cards and items. Players can pick up hitchhikers, each with unique skills and backstories, adding depth to the gameplay. The game includes humorous crime elements and an indie soundtrack, with multiple endings possible. Some interactions may be challenging on the Steam Deck due to item management intricacies.