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Samsung's solution for apps with 'excessive' ads is rolling out now
AppWizard
May 12, 2026

Samsung’s solution for apps with ‘excessive’ ads is rolling out now

Samsung's Device Care has introduced a new feature to block apps that generate excessive advertisements as part of the One UI 8.5 update. This feature includes two blocking options: a "basic" setting and an "intelligent" blocking feature that uses analytics to identify and manage ads. The rollout of One UI 8.5 began in the U.S. on May 11. The update version 13.8.80.7 includes the ad-blocking feature, which has been in development since December and may utilize AI to monitor ads across all installed applications. The update also brings AI call screening, enhanced editing tools, and minor user interface adjustments.
The Pixel Screenshots app could be the next big addition to Aluminium OS
AppWizard
May 11, 2026

The Pixel Screenshots app could be the next big addition to Aluminium OS

Google's Pixel Screenshots app, launched in 2024 with the Pixel 9 series, uses on-device AI to process and organize screenshots into a searchable database. Recently updated with NotebookLM, its availability has been limited to Pixel smartphones. However, a "desktop" version has been activated in the Google Play Store, indicating potential future availability on desktop platforms. This desktop version lacks notable new features and does not appear in the app drawer. There is speculation about its connection to the rumored Aluminium OS, which is expected to support Android applications. For the app to succeed on Aluminium OS-based devices, Google may need to expand its availability beyond Pixel smartphones.
I added one of the best Pixel features to all of my Android phones
AppWizard
May 11, 2026

I added one of the best Pixel features to all of my Android phones

Google's Pixel software includes a feature called Quick Tap, which allows users to double-tap the back of their devices to perform actions like taking screenshots or launching apps. For users switching to non-Pixel devices, the absence of Quick Tap can be a drawback. An app named Tap, Tap provides similar functionality for a wider range of Android devices, allowing both double-tap and triple-tap gestures to execute over 50 actions, such as toggling the flashlight, taking screenshots, and launching apps. Tap, Tap includes a gate feature to prevent false triggers and customizable sensitivity settings to improve tap detection. Users can download the app from its GitHub Releases page, grant necessary permissions, and customize actions for double-tap and triple-tap gestures.
The PC version of Forza Horizon 6 appears to have been leaked online
AppWizard
May 11, 2026

The PC version of Forza Horizon 6 appears to have been leaked online

The PC version of Forza Horizon 6 has leaked online ahead of its official launch on May 19, with early access available from May 15 for Premium Edition players. Reports indicate that the game was acquired and cracked by unauthorized users, likely due to a developer's accidental upload of a pre-loaded version to Steam's backend without proper encryption. The game is reportedly available for download on various platforms, with players sharing screenshots and gameplay videos on social media. Discussions on Reddit suggest that while the cracked version may be unstable, it appears to be genuine. Microsoft has not commented on the leak. Forza Horizon 6 is set in Japan and follows the successful Forza Horizon 5, which received a Metacritic score of 92. Early previews have described the game as a strong contender in the open-world racing genre.
Codex users have been begging OpenAI for this upgrade — and it's finally in the works
AppWizard
May 8, 2026

Codex users have been begging OpenAI for this upgrade — and it’s finally in the works

OpenAI's Codex users have expressed a strong desire for enhanced functionality, particularly remote session control via ChatGPT on mobile devices, which is currently absent. Developers have voiced their frustrations on platforms like GitHub and Reddit, noting that competitors like Anthropic's Claude offer seamless remote access. Recent updates in version 1.2026.125 of the ChatGPT Android app suggest that the remote control feature for Codex is in development, with code indicating users will soon be able to access Codex on their desktops remotely, reconnect to sessions from mobile devices, and receive prompts for updates or restarts. The code also hints at functionalities like creating launcher shortcuts for Codex. While a fully operational preview is not yet available, early indications show that the integration of remote control for Codex is imminent. However, it is noted that an APK teardown provides insights into potential features, but there is no guarantee they will be included in a public release.
Hololive indie action-adventure game An Automaton's Journey releases for PC via Steam on June 4
AppWizard
May 8, 2026

Hololive indie action-adventure game An Automaton’s Journey releases for PC via Steam on June 4

CCMC Corporation's holo Indie label has launched a Steam page for the action-adventure game, An Automaton's Journey, developed by Xyros Games, set to release on PC worldwide on June 4 (June 3 for CDT time zone and westward). Players will control Cecilia Immergreen, a Hololive English -Justice- Vtuber, exploring an expansive open world with a 2D Zelda-esque gameplay system across eight distinct dungeons. The game features appearances from at least 18 Hololive members, including Ninomae Ina'nis, Shiranui Flare, Usada Pekora, and Ceres Fauna, as allies and bosses. Gameplay includes exploration, dungeons with puzzles, side quests leading to boss battles, and item collection with 15 unique items. Players will face 13 bosses and over 40 fan mascot enemies affected by a mysterious curse.
It's time to do some spring cleaning with the Files by Google app to free up storage on your Android phone
AppWizard
May 8, 2026

It’s time to do some spring cleaning with the Files by Google app to free up storage on your Android phone

Many Android devices from brands like Samsung and Google still come with 128GB or less of on-device storage as we approach 2026. The Files by Google app includes a Clean tool that helps users reclaim storage by identifying and removing unnecessary files. To use the Clean tool, users can open the app, select the Clean tab, view storage usage, and choose files to delete. Deleted files move to Trash and still occupy space until permanently deleted. Users can also enable Smart Storage on Pixel devices, which automatically deletes media backed up to Google Photos that is older than 60 days. Regular storage maintenance is important to avoid running out of space for apps or photos, and the Files by Google app offers features to assist with this management.
A rigged game: ScarCruft compromises gaming platform in a supply-chain attack
BetaBeacon
May 6, 2026

A rigged game: ScarCruft compromises gaming platform in a supply-chain attack

- ScarCruft, also known as APT37 or Reaper, is a North Korean espionage group targeting government, military organizations, and companies in Asia. - BirdCall is a Windows backdoor attributed to ScarCruft, with spying capabilities such as taking screenshots and logging keystrokes. - The Android version of BirdCall collects contacts, SMS messages, call logs, and media files, and was actively developed over several months. - The BirdCall backdoor was discovered in a trojanized card game on a gaming platform tailored for ethnic Koreans living in Yanbian, China. - The attack was likely aimed at collecting information on individuals from the Yanbian region deemed of interest to the North Korean regime, such as refugees or defectors.
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