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January 17, 2026

Reddit users: r/WindowsCentral is live — join us to shape coverage, boost visibility, and help build the strongest Microsoft community online

The Editor-in-Chief of Windows Central announced the launch of their subreddit, r/windowscentral, emphasizing the vibrant community engagement it offers. Reddit allows for fast-paced discussions, immediate access to news, and real-time feedback, enhancing their journalism. The subreddit provides a direct connection to readers, free from algorithmic barriers, and fosters a collaborative space for sharing insights, troubleshooting, and engaging in technical discussions. Following the subreddit will also grant users access to behind-the-scenes content, polls, and editorial debates, strengthening the community and supporting independent tech journalism.

AppWizard

October 29, 2025

SoftTalk Messenger introduces monetization for African content creators

SoftTalk Messenger is a Nigerian-owned messaging app developed by Simple Azenabor that focuses on empowering African content creators through a monetization program. This program rewards group administrators and digital community leaders based on audience engagement, allowing them to earn directly from their interactions. The app prioritizes user privacy by enabling communication through @usernames instead of phone numbers, reducing the risk of spam and identity theft. SoftTalk offers features such as text, voice, and video calls, a marketplace for products and services, utility bill payments, and monetization tools. Unlike many global platforms, creators on SoftTalk retain 100% of their earnings without intermediaries. The monetization program requires a minimum of 100 group participants and is available on both Apple and Android platforms, with no need for sensitive personal information to join.

AppWizard

October 22, 2025

Trade with Africa not a game of Minecraft, says Nigerian minister

Nigeria's Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, urged rich nations to change their trade approach with Africa, advocating for relationships based on mutual respect rather than a transactional mindset. He criticized the current trade dynamics, likening them to the video game Minecraft, where resources are extracted without consideration for broader implications. Tuggar emphasized the importance of Africa's development for addressing global challenges like irregular migration and noted that resource-rich countries like Nigeria struggle to diversify their economies. He expressed confidence in Nigeria's resilience against U.S. trade tariffs due to its large internal market and highlighted the Tinubu administration's focus on "strategic autonomy" in trade relations with various countries based on national interests.

AppWizard

October 17, 2025

Threads is getting group chats as messaging rolls out to the EU

Instagram Threads has introduced group chats, allowing users to connect with up to 50 people. This feature is now available worldwide, including in the EU, where its launch was previously delayed. Users aged 18 and older can share content such as text posts, videos, GIFs, and emojis in these group chats. However, group chats are not encrypted. To start a group chat, users must follow the person who wants to add them, enhancing user comfort and reducing unwanted interactions. Users can name their group chats and will soon be able to invite others via a shared link. Over a third of daily Threads users follow fewer than half the accounts they follow on Instagram.

AppWizard

October 2, 2025

‘We play Minecraft together!’ – Inside Erling Haaland’s love life as Man City striker reveals details of relationship with girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is in a relationship with girlfriend Isabel Haugseng Johansen, which began during his time at Borussia Dortmund. They welcomed their first child at the end of 2024. The couple enjoys playing video games together and has a shared passion for kebabs, exploring local eateries and experimenting with recipes at home.

AppWizard

October 1, 2025

KakaoTalk blunder: What went wrong with Korea’s largest messaging app

Kakao announced plans on September 23 to transform its KakaoTalk messaging app into a social platform similar to Instagram to boost advertising revenue. However, five days later, the company retracted this initiative due to user criticism regarding intrusive features. The controversial feed-style posts, which cluttered the user experience and complicated the app's messaging purpose, were moved to a separate section, returning the Friends tab to its previous list-style format. Following the announcement, Kakao's stock price fell by 4.67%, resulting in a market cap loss of 1.64 trillion won. KakaoTalk's business revenue has declined for two consecutive quarters, with advertising revenue being a significant portion. The recent update, called the “Big Bang Project,” was implemented without the usual user feedback process, leading to internal dissent and concerns about the company's departure from its user-centric philosophy.

AppWizard

August 29, 2025

Elijah Wood reveals his favorite videogames and the chill indies he’s playing now on Steam Deck

Elijah Wood, known for his role as Frodo in The Lord of the Rings, has voiced characters in video games, including Spyro, Scarecrow in Batman: Arkham Shadow, and Shay in Broken Age. He will voice a character named "Green" in the upcoming Among Us animated series. During a Reddit AMA, he expressed his fondness for indie games on his Steam Deck, resonating with fans. Wood surprised a fan on their Animal Crossing island by performing a private show while selling turnips.

AppWizard

July 14, 2025

Why the Golden Age of PC Gaming Is Just Beginning

The traditional metric of success in marketing has shifted from securing shelf space to earning attention space, particularly on platforms like Twitch, TikTok, Reddit, and Discord. Marketing strategies now focus on creating engaging, interactive, and immersive experiences rather than just visibility. This includes using playable teasers and innovative Discord bots to foster community interaction and cultural contagion. The current marketing landscape prioritizes fan-building and genuine connections over hype-building. On the PC platform, the moddable nature of games allows brands to enhance user engagement through customization and community-driven initiatives, transforming marketing into collaborative experiences.

AppWizard

May 10, 2025

4 steps to join a Facebook group on Android devices

Facebook groups serve as platforms for individuals to connect and collaborate based on shared interests. To join a Facebook group, users should open the Facebook app, use the search bar to enter relevant keywords, switch to the 'Groups' tab to filter results, and browse through group options before clicking 'Join' on a group that interests them.

AppWizard

April 24, 2025

Discord replaces CEO Citron with Activision vet Sakhnini

Jason Citron, the CEO and co-founder of Discord, is stepping down from his leadership role, with Humam Sakhnini, the former chief strategy officer at Activision Blizzard’s Call of Duty, taking over. Citron will remain involved as a board member and advisor. This leadership change is part of Discord's strategic plans to eventually go public. Sakhnini expressed enthusiasm about joining Discord and emphasized the platform's importance in the gaming community.