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AppWizard

December 17, 2025

Android is preparing a hub for all your satellite-connected apps

Google is enhancing Android's satellite connectivity capabilities, which will allow users to stay connected in areas without cellular service. A new Quick Settings tile and menu will streamline access to these features. Initially, satellite connectivity was limited to emergency messaging, but upcoming updates will include functionalities like WhatsApp calling and live location sharing. In the latest Android Canary build, a toggle for a “Satellite” tile is available under Settings > System > Developer Options, indicating three states: On, Available, and Not available. The Pixel 9 supports satellite connectivity, but the tile is marked as “Not available” due to the user's T-Mobile plan lacking satellite access. Tapping the tile leads to a “Satellite connectivity” page listing compatible apps, including Emergency SOS, Messages, Find Hub, Maps, and Settings. WhatsApp is not currently listed, despite prior announcements of its support for satellite calls. The app list varies based on device and plan support for LTE-based or Narrowband NTN. If LTE-based NTN is supported, the app list could expand to include AccuWeather, Google Weather, Snapchat, and X, suggesting future satellite support for these applications. The Satellite tile and landing page are operational in the Canary release but are currently accessible only through a developer option, indicating they may still be in testing. Future Android Canary releases will provide updates on this feature's development.

AppWizard

December 17, 2025

Android Prepares Satellite App Hub for Connectivity

Android is introducing a central "Satellite connectivity" hub in its latest Canary build, designed to enhance user experience by identifying applications that can operate over satellite networks. The hub includes a Quick Settings tile that displays the status of satellite connectivity and a dedicated Settings page for discovering "satellite apps." Initial testing shows core integrations with apps like Emergency SOS, Google Messages, and Maps, with plans for broader support. The system differentiates between narrowband and LTE-based satellite networks, affecting the types of applications available. Users with compatible plans will have access to features, while those without will be informed of limitations. The development aims to transition satellite connectivity from emergency use to everyday functionality, aligning with advancements in satellite-to-device connectivity standards. The hub is currently available only in the Android Canary channel, with a market-ready product expected as carrier partnerships and API integrations develop.

AppWizard

December 11, 2025

Minecraft “Mounts of Mayhem” 1.21.130 update out now, patch notes

Minecraft's latest update, version 1.21.130, titled "Mounts of Mayhem," introduces several new features, including: - New mounts: Horses, Zombie Horses, Donkeys, Mules, and Camels now float when ridden while swimming. - Netherite Horse Armor: Craftable at a Smithing Table using Diamond Horse Armor, a Netherite Ingot, and a Netherite Upgrade, providing 19 armor points. - Nautilus: A new neutral aquatic mob that can be tamed with Pufferfish, spawns in all ocean biomes, and grants the "Breath of the Nautilus" effect when mounted. - Nautilus Armor: Equipable on both Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus, available in Copper, Golden, Iron, Diamond, and Netherite versions. - Zombie Nautilus: A neutral underwater mob that attacks with a Dash attack and can be tamed using Pufferfish. - Coral Zombie Nautilus: A variant of the Zombie Nautilus that spawns in Warm Oceans. - Spear: A new weapon crafted from various materials, featuring two attack types: Jab and Charge. - New mobs: Zombie Horse, which spawns naturally at night in Plains and Savanna biomes, and Parched, a Skeleton variant that spawns in Deserts. - Camel Husk: An undead Camel variant that spawns in Deserts. - Various audio adjustments, block generation fixes, and gameplay enhancements, along with numerous bug fixes for improved stability and performance.

AppWizard

December 8, 2025

Dark Souls meets Minecraft in Dark Craft — an ambitious new MMORPG that could surprise fans of both franchises

Dark Craft is an MMORPG developed by Take Top Entertainment, inspired by Minecraft's visuals and a darker fantasy tone. It features a challenging combat system reminiscent of soulslike games and promises an open world with dynamic enemy patrols, roaming NPCs, and organic world events. The game will include Game Masters who can influence gameplay by commanding enemies or staging ambushes. There are concerns about its free-to-play model potentially involving microtransactions. Details about the release date and platform availability are currently unclear.

AppWizard

December 3, 2025

India mandates SIM-linked messaging apps to fight rising fraud

India's Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has mandated that messaging services must operate with active SIM cards linked to users' phone numbers to combat cyber fraud. Popular apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Snapchat must comply with these SIM-binding rules within 90 days. The new regulations also require web sessions to automatically log out after six hours to enhance security and address issues related to long-lived web sessions, which have been exploited by fraudsters. This initiative aims to improve the traceability of accounts and reduce fraudulent activities, particularly phishing schemes and scams. Cyber-fraud losses in India reached ₹22,800 crore in 2024, prompting these Telecom Cyber Security measures. Users roaming with their SIMs will not be affected by the new regulations.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

magicApp Calling & Messaging For Android

magicApp, developed by MAGICJACK VOIP SERVICES, LLC, has a rating of 4.2 stars from over 10 million users. It allows unlimited calling to the U.S. and Canada, offers text messaging to any 10-digit U.S. number, and supports Wi-Fi calling. Users can choose a U.S. phone number with any available area code and enjoy global connectivity with other magicJack customers. The app includes features like caller ID, voicemail, call blocking, and call forwarding, and provides an ad-free experience. It integrates seamlessly with existing magicJack devices, allowing users to text U.S. mobile numbers without requiring contacts to download the app. magicApp is compatible with devices running Android 5.0 or higher, but unlimited calling does not extend to certain areas, including Alaska and specific Canadian territories, and calls to non-8YY services may incur additional fees.

AppWizard

November 3, 2025

‘I’ve fixed the sun’: Heroic modder finally deals with 20-year-old bug in Street Racing Syndicate

The Fast and the Furious has influenced the gaming world, particularly street-racing games in the early 2000s. Street Racing Syndicate, released in 2004, is noted for its customization options, free-roaming gameplay in cities like Los Angeles, Philadelphia, and Miami, and police chase dynamics. Despite its appeal, the game had a significant bug in the PC version that caused an excessively bright sun on daytime tracks, which was later addressed by a patch. The gaming community created three mods to reduce or eliminate the sun glare. The game also features unlockable "girlfriend" videos.

BetaBeacon

October 14, 2025

DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY Coming to iOS and Android in 2026

DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY is the latest installment in the DISSIDIA FINAL FANTASY series, featuring warriors from the FINAL FANTASY series in a 3v3 team boss battle arena set in modern-day Tokyo. Strange monsters appear from a mysterious energy polluting a giant crystal in the city, leading armed warriors to emerge and be called "Ghosts."

AppWizard

October 13, 2025

Minecraft Snapshot 25W41A Patch Notes – Minecraft Guide

The 25W41A Snapshot for Minecraft Java Edition introduces several new features, including: - Nautilus: A neutral aquatic mob that spawns in all ocean biomes, attacks with a Dash attack, can be tamed and mounted, and provides the "Breath of the Nautilus" effect to players. - Zombie Nautilus: An underwater mob that spawns with a Drowned rider and is only hostile when ridden. - Nautilus Armor: Equippable armor for both Nautilus and Zombie Nautilus, available in Copper, Golden, Iron, Diamond, and Netherite versions. - Spear Weapon: A new weapon that can be crafted from various materials, featuring Jab and Charge attacks, with distinct stats for each material variant. - Jab Attack: A quick attack delivering low damage with knockback effects, with cooldowns varying by material. - Charge Attack: A powerful attack activated by holding the secondary action button, with damage influenced by various factors. - Lunge Enchantment: Exclusive to the Spear, it propels the player during a Jab attack. - Advancements: Updates to existing advancements to include new mobs and effects. - Changes: Zombies and related mobs can now wield Spears, and various adjustments to gameplay and graphics have been made. - Zombie Horse: A new mob that spawns in darkness, can be tamed, and drops Rotten Flesh upon death. - Mob Spawning: Zombie Horses spawn in plains and savanna biomes with a zombie rider. - World Generation: New spears added to loot chests in various locations. - Status Effects: The Breath of the Nautilus effect pauses oxygen consumption for mounted players. - Sounds: Adjustments to anvil sound effects. - Accessibility: Customizable keys for debug features and GUI effects.

BetaBeacon

September 25, 2025

Aniimo: New Trailer at TGS 2025

Developer Pawprint Studio, in collaboration with publisher Kingsglory, has revealed a new trailer for their game Aniimo during the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025. The trailer showcases various creatures called Aniimo, each with unique behaviors and characteristics. Players can capture and evolve these creatures to explore the world of Idyll.