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AppWizard

January 20, 2026

This Android-based tablet blends a paper-like display with app support

The HANNspree Lumo features a 7.8-inch reflective LCD display that mimics paper, prioritizing user comfort and versatility. It is categorized as a "Dynamic Paper Tablet," utilizing ambient light for a matte, low-glare screen. The tablet weighs approximately 250 grams and is 6.6mm thick. It supports full color with a 60Hz refresh rate and has a resolution of 1024 x 768, optimized for reading. The device runs on Android 14, powered by a MediaTek MTK8781 chip, with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. It includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, stylus support (sold separately), front and rear cameras, a built-in microphone, and a 3,000mAh battery that lasts about 6.5 hours for video playback. The Lumo is currently available in Europe for around €369, with no confirmation of a U.S. release.

Winsage

January 16, 2026

Paint: Your guide to drawing software

Windows 11 includes Microsoft Paint, which is easily accessible and offers a user-friendly environment for creativity. The updated interface features a sleek layout, making tools readily available for experimentation. Paint has refined brushes and inking tools that provide a smooth, responsive drawing experience, especially with stylus use, incorporating pressure sensitivity for more authentic strokes. It also offers advanced color tools, including support for RGB, hex, and HSV color options, allowing users to maintain consistency in their projects. Users can create a mini color palette on the canvas and utilize the eyedropper tool to extract colors from references or generated images.

BetaBeacon

January 7, 2026

This new foldable phone could be a game changer for photographers

Motorola has unveiled the Razr Fold, its first book-style foldable phone with proper stylus support, making it the only flagship foldable in the US market with dedicated stylus capability. The phone has a 6.6-inch display when closed and an 8.1-inch screen when opened. It also features a main sensor, ultra-wide lens, telephoto lens, external selfie camera, internal camera, and can record video in Dolby Vision. The Razr Fold is expected to launch in the summer with pricing yet to be announced.

Winsage

January 7, 2026

A $2,500 MacBook needs this $139 accessory to support touch — catching up with Windows 8 in 2013

Windows 11 is experiencing issues with unfinished AI features and bugs, while its user interface lacks refinement. It offers touch support, unlike macOS. At CES 2026, Intricuit introduced the "Intricuit Magic Screen," an attachable display for MacBooks that provides touch capabilities and stylus input, connecting via USB-C. The anticipated price is , with a Kickstarter launch planned. Users have long requested touchscreen support on macOS, but Apple has not yet responded. Speculation about a touchscreen MacBook continues, while Microsoft has offered touch support in Windows PCs for over a decade.

BetaBeacon

January 7, 2026

8BitDo FlipPad controller for enjoying portrait games on Android and iOS

8BitDo has introduced the FlipPad, a portrait mode clip-on controller for mobile gamers who prefer minimal accessories. The controller has 12 face buttons and a D-Pad, making it suitable for portrait games that do not require shoulder trigger buttons. It is designed to overlay over on-screen keyboards for ergonomic comfort and is compatible with third-party applications and emulators. The controller plugs directly into smartphones via USB-C and does not have Bluetooth connectivity.

AppWizard

December 7, 2025

Creating your own Android wallpaper isn’t hard, and it’s totally worth it

A recent poll by Android Authority found that among respondents, 32% create wallpapers using images from their cameras, 7% use drawing apps or wallpaper creators, 9% let their phones generate wallpapers, 23% rely on wallpaper apps, 27% download wallpapers from the internet, and 2% indicated other methods. Users can create personalized wallpapers through drawing, photography, or by using smartphone features that generate wallpapers automatically. Online tools like Canva and Kapwing are also available for those who want to design their own wallpapers.

Winsage

November 21, 2025

Quit battling ancient Office tools and install Microsoft Office 2019 for $19.97

Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 is currently available for .97, down from its regular price of 9. It is a one-time purchase that remains active for life on a single Windows machine and includes Word 2019, Excel 2019, PowerPoint 2019, Outlook 2019, OneNote 2019, Publisher 2019, and Access 2019. Key improvements include enhanced inking support in stylus use, new data analysis functions in Excel, additional presentation features in PowerPoint, and improved email and contact management in Outlook. The system requirements to run Office 2019 are Windows 10 or 11, at least 1GB of RAM, at least 4GB of available storage space, and a display resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels or higher. Upon purchase, users receive an instant license key and download link, with customer service available for installation assistance.

BetaBeacon

November 3, 2025

Revisit your favorite Nintendo DS games on this affordable Android clamshell

ANBERNIC has released the RG DS, a handheld console that allows players to play DS games on modern hardware. The device features two 4-inch IPS displays, additional sticks, and a Rockchip chipset. It is significantly cheaper than other dual-screen emulation handhelds, priced at .99 during the pre-order period.

BetaBeacon

October 20, 2025

Watch this sub-$100 dual-screen Android gaming handheld play DS and 3DS games

The ANBERNIC RG DS is a budget-friendly dual-screen handheld that can emulate Nintendo DS and lightweight 3DS games. It supports stylus input but may have some input latency compared to original hardware. ANBERNIC is set to make a mark in the dual-screen handheld market.

Winsage

October 6, 2025

Windows 12 Expected Release Date and Latest Updates

Microsoft's Windows operating system has seen significant evolution through its major releases. Windows 12 is expected to be announced in June 2025, with an official release anticipated in October 2025. The Microsoft Insider Program will facilitate early access to Windows 12 builds, and public previews will help address bugs before the consumer launch. Rumored features for Windows 12 include a modernized user interface with Fluent Design 3.0, an integrated AI assistant called Windows Copilot, enhanced security measures like Hardware Root-of-Trust, and improved app compatibility for legacy and Android apps. The expected hardware requirements for Windows 12 will be higher than those for Windows 11, with a minimum processor speed of 1.5 GHz, 8 GB of RAM, and 128 GB of recommended storage. Windows 12 will focus on enterprise and educational adoption, offering tools for deployment and management, while also emphasizing sustainability through energy-efficient practices. The projected adoption rates suggest that by 2027, Windows 12 could reach 600 million installs, representing 60% of Windows devices. Potential challenges include legacy support issues and a learning curve associated with new automation features.