Android apps and games that are free for a short time include Evertale, Defense Zone 3 Ultra HD, Sphaze, Last Plant on Earth, Rooftop Snipers, Dino Rush, and Out There Chronicles - Ep. 2.
To uninstall an app on Android, you can use one of the following methods:
1. Press and hold the app icon on the home screen until it becomes movable, then slide it to the "uninstall" area and confirm the removal.
2. Open the Google Play Store, tap on your profile icon, select "Manage apps and devices," navigate to "Manage," check the boxes for the apps you want to uninstall, and click the trash can icon to remove them.
3. Search for the app in the Play Store, open its details page, and select "uninstall" to remove it, confirming the action when prompted.
Maintaining a tidy digital environment is essential for optimizing the performance of a Windows PC. Regular decluttering frees up storage space and enhances overall efficiency.
1. Check Memory Utilization: Access Settings (Win+I) > System > Memory to view memory usage, including temporary files and installed applications. The "Other" category shows large folders for potential deletion, and you can uninstall unnecessary programs under Apps > Installed apps. Temporary files can be removed under System > Storage > Temporary files.
2. Windows 11 Cleanup Functions: Go to System > Storage > Cleanup recommendations to find storage space occupied by downloads, the recycle bin, and Previous Windows installations. Select areas to clean and click the cleanup button.
3. Free Up Storage Space: Enable Storage Sense in Settings > System > Storage to automate cleanup processes, customizing frequency and recycle bin retention.
4. Relocate Standard Storage Locations: In System > Storage > Advanced storage settings, designate alternative drives for new content to keep the primary drive uncluttered.
5. Change Storage Location for Apps: Specify a different drive when installing new applications. For Microsoft Store apps, go to Apps > Installed apps and select Move.
6. Clean Up Discs: Use the Disk Cleanup tool (cleanmgr) to delete unnecessary files. The Clean up system files option reveals additional files for removal.
7. Delete Browser Data: Clear browser cache as needed to improve performance, managing data through browser settings.
8. Optimize Autostart: Use Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) to disable unnecessary startup programs. Tools like Autoruns can help manage autostart entries for efficient booting.
Additional software options like Bleachbit and Ccleaner can provide deeper insights for system maintenance.
Recent findings from Lookout reveal malware targeting Android devices, specifically designed to record phone calls and access personal photos. This malware is hidden in counterfeit versions of popular apps like Telegram and Samsung Knox. Two strains identified are BoneSpy, operational since 2021, and PlainGnome, discovered earlier this year, both linked to the Gamaredon group associated with Russia's FSB, primarily targeting Russian-speaking users.
BoneSpy can collect text messages, record audio and calls, capture location data, take pictures, access browser history, and read notifications. PlainGnome includes all these features but operates more stealthily, recording audio and calls only when the device is idle, making detection less likely. Neither strain has been found on Google Play, suggesting victims install it through social engineering attacks.
Signs of infection include being signed out of Google accounts, persistent pop-up ads, alerts about viruses, malfunctioning antivirus software, decreased device speed, unexpected storage loss, and unauthorized changes to browser settings. Users may also notice their contacts receiving messages they did not send.
Game Science's Black Myth Wukong has achieved significant sales success four months after its launch and received multiple nominations at The Game Awards. The latest update, patch 1.0.12.16581, addresses technical issues and introduces new modes, including Return of Rivals and Gauntlet of Legends, which do not require completion of the main game to access. The update also features the Journeyer’s Chart for map access, a music player mode, new armor themed for the Chinese New Year, and various bug fixes. The patch is not yet available for PlayStation 5, and the Xbox Series X|S port is anticipated to follow the PC updates. Game Science has been in discussions with industry figures regarding the Xbox release.
Samsung's One UI 7.0 introduces a cloud-based app archiving feature for Galaxy phone users, allowing them to temporarily remove apps while preserving all associated data. Users can archive apps to free up space on their devices, and when they reinstall the app, all data remains intact, eliminating the need to log back in. The feature requires collaboration with the Google Play Store and Galaxy Store for functionality. The stable One UI 7.0 update is expected to roll out early next year.
Many Windows PC users face storage space issues due to the accumulation of games, photos, movies, and applications. To manage files, users can utilize default folders like Documents, Downloads, Music, Pictures, and Videos, or create their own organizational structure. To delete files, navigate to Windows Settings > System > Storage to identify and remove unwanted files. Users can also sort files by size in File Explorer and permanently delete items from the Recycle Bin.
Storage Sense is a built-in feature that automatically cleans up temporary files and items in the Recycle Bin when disk space is low. Users can customize its operation frequency. The Cleanup recommendations feature provides tailored suggestions for freeing up storage, including the removal of temporary and large files.
Applications can take up significant storage; users can find unused apps in the Cleanup recommendations section or by checking Windows Settings > Apps > Installed apps. Uninstallation can be done through the three dots next to an app or by managing games on platforms like Steam.
The Castle App is a streaming application for Android users that provides free access to a wide variety of films and TV shows. Key specifications for installation include: Android version 7.1 or higher, a minimum of 1.5GB of RAM, at least 50MB of free storage, and an internet speed of at least 5Mbps for high-definition streaming.
Installation steps involve enabling installations from unknown sources, downloading the Castle APK from the official website, locating the downloaded APK in the device's file manager, and launching the app after installation.
The app features an extensive content library, a user-friendly interface, personalized recommendations, live TV access with over 1,000 channels, and offline viewing options. It prioritizes user security with advanced data encryption and secure payment processing, and users are advised to download the app only from the official Castle website.
Samsung's One UI 7 update will introduce app archiving, a feature from Android 15 that allows users to free up storage by removing an app's installation files while retaining its data. This feature has been seen in the One UI 7 beta, where Galaxy S24 devices include an "archive" button in the Settings menu. Activating this button replaces the app icon with an archived version and changes the "archive" button to a "restore" option. Users can restore the app from supported app stores like Google Play Store or F-Droid. Samsung has updated its Galaxy Store to support app archiving, and unlike some manufacturers such as Xiaomi and OnePlus, Samsung is implementing this feature.
Samsung's One UI 7 will include the App Archive feature from Android 15, allowing users to archive unused applications to reclaim storage space without uninstalling them. Currently in the One UI 7 Beta, it is expected to be publicly available early next year. The feature temporarily removes an app's software, permissions, temporary files, and notifications while retaining the app icon and associated data. Users can manually archive apps through the app settings or enable automatic archiving in the Play Store. Archived apps can be restored by tapping their dimmed icon, provided there is sufficient storage for reinstallation.
