We value your privacy

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, serve personalized ads or content, and analyze our traffic. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to our use of cookies.

Customize Consent Preferences

We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below.

The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site. ... 

Always Active

Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site, such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data.

No cookies to display.

Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collecting feedback, and other third-party features.

No cookies to display.

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

No cookies to display.

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

No cookies to display.

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns.

No cookies to display.

NewApp Digest
search bot

support

5 "just-enough" open-source apps I install on every fresh Windows setup
Winsage
August 26, 2025

5 “just-enough” open-source apps I install on every fresh Windows setup

A fresh installation of Windows provides a clean slate, but soon requires essential tools for tasks like file extraction, text editing, audio recording, and screen capturing. The following open-source tools are recommended: - 7-Zip: A lightweight file compression tool that supports various formats (.zip, .rar, .tar, .7z, .iso) and integrates into the right-click context menu. It is free and maintained by a community. - OBS Studio: An open-source software for gamers and content creators that excels in livestreaming and game recording, featuring customizable recording parameters and a replay buffer. - Audacity: A long-standing open-source audio editing software that is lightweight yet feature-rich, ideal for straightforward audio editing tasks and supports built-in effects and plugins. - Notepad++: An enhanced text editor that supports multiple programming languages and syntax highlighting, making it suitable for editing configuration files, with lightweight nature and plugin support. - ShareX: An open-source screenshot tool that offers advanced features and customizable workflows, improving upon the Snipping Tool for seamless screenshot management. The author values these tools for being free, open-source, and reliable, often preferring them over proprietary software.
Microsoft adds updates to the Windows OOBE for enterprises
Winsage
August 26, 2025

Microsoft adds updates to the Windows OOBE for enterprises

Beginning next month, Windows administrators will be able to integrate Microsoft's quality updates into the Out of Box Experience (OOBE) by default for eligible Microsoft Entra-joined or Entra hybrid-joined devices running Windows 11 22H2 or later. During the final page of the OOBE process, devices will automatically check for and install relevant Windows Updates, ensuring users' devices are up to date upon first sign-in. Administrators maintain control over this action through a designated policy setting, and updates will follow any configured pause and deferral settings. The new setting within the Windows Autopilot Enrollment Status Page (ESP) to install quality updates is enabled by default for new ESP profiles, and disabling Windows updates during OOBE is not possible unless device ESP is utilized. Devices must be imaged with the June 2025 Windows non-security update (or later) or have received the August 2025 update, and a Windows Autopilot ESP is required. Microsoft encourages the use of Intune for this functionality, although some non-Microsoft MDM solutions may also support it. This capability will be available starting with the September 2025 Windows security update.
Google will verify Android developers distributing apps outside the Play store
AppWizard
August 26, 2025

Google will verify Android developers distributing apps outside the Play store

Android developers distributing applications through third-party app stores will be required to undergo identity verification by Google starting in September 2026 in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand, with a global rollout expected in 2027. Developers must submit personal information, including legal name, address, email, and phone number, and may need to provide a government-issued ID. This change primarily affects developers outside the Google Play Store, as identity verification is already standard for those using it. Google aims to enhance security and reduce malware risks through this initiative. The company plans to create a separate Android developer console for non-commercial developers, imposing restrictions on apps and installations. Google is inviting developers to sign up for early access to the new rules and provide feedback before the official launch.
Android’s Most Defining Feature Is Ending—Here’s What That Means
AppWizard
August 26, 2025

Android’s Most Defining Feature Is Ending—Here’s What That Means

Google is expanding its developer verification process to include apps being sideloaded onto Android devices, meaning users will no longer be able to install third-party applications unless the developer has passed Google's authentication system. This initiative aims to enhance device security and combat malicious applications. A new Android Developer Console will be introduced for onboarding and verification, requiring developers to verify their identity and app details. Early access for select developers will begin in October 2025, with the system opening to all developers by March 2026, and full enforcement in select countries by September 2026, followed by a global rollout expected by 2027. This change affects Google-certified devices and aims to protect users from scams and malware, as sideloaded apps are significantly more likely to contain malware compared to those from the Play Store. Sideloading settings will also be adjusted, with the feature disabled by default.
Windows 11 24H2 and Windows 10 Hit by Severe Lag After Microsoft’s August 2025 Update
Winsage
August 26, 2025

Windows 11 24H2 and Windows 10 Hit by Severe Lag After Microsoft’s August 2025 Update

Windows 11 Version 24H2, also known as the 2024 Update, is being rolled out to users via Windows Update. Eligible devices can check for the update in Settings > Windows Update. Devices running Windows 10 and Windows 11 versions 23H2, 22H2, and 21H2 will receive the update automatically, with options to schedule or postpone restarts. Copilot+ PCs will receive new AI features through the Windows Insider program, with availability varying by hardware and region. Users can seek help with update issues via the Get Help app or Microsoft support website. Known issues include: 1. NDI streaming performance degradation with OBS and NDI Tools (Confirmed). 2. WSUS installation failure for the August 2025 security update (Resolved). 3. WUSA installs failing from shared folders (Mitigated). 4. CertificateServicesClient error events (Confirmed). 5. Missing parental consent prompt for non-Edge browsers (Mitigated). 6. Easy Anti-Cheat causing blue screens (Resolved). 7. Incompatibility with sprotect.sys driver (Confirmed). 8. Dirac Audio devices losing audio output (Confirmed). 9. Camera use hanging apps on select devices (Confirmed). 10. Intel Smart Sound Technology driver causing blue screens (Confirmed). Workarounds and fixes are suggested for several issues, including switching NDI Receive Mode and copying .msu files locally for installation. Devices with certain drivers are blocked from receiving the update until compatibility issues are resolved.
Google to Make Sideloaded Android Apps Safer with Developer Verification
AppWizard
August 26, 2025

Google to Make Sideloaded Android Apps Safer with Developer Verification

Google will introduce a new security layer for Android users downloading apps from outside the Play Store, starting a phased rollout in September 2026. This initiative includes a verification process for developers distributing apps as APK files to reduce the risk of malware. All Android applications must originate from verified developers, which aims to prevent malicious entities from spreading harmful software. The initial rollout will focus on users in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand, with plans to expand to more regions in 2027. An early access program for developers will begin in October 2025, with broader access starting in March 2026.
4 apps you should use instead of Headspace
AppWizard
August 26, 2025

4 apps you should use instead of Headspace

Headspace is a leading meditation app with millions of users in 200 countries, but its subscription cost can be a barrier due to limited free content after the trial. Balance is a user-friendly app offering tailored 10-day plans, session durations of 5 to 15 minutes, and competitive pricing, with a yearly subscription costing around . Calm features a robust library of content, including guided meditations and "Sleep Stories," with a yearly subscription typically around , and new users can get a 50% discount for the first year. Simple Habit provides a wealth of free content, a built-in habit tracker, and allows sorting meditations by series or teachers. Medito is a completely free app operated by a non-profit, offering guided meditations without ads and includes a 'consistency score' to track meditation habits without penalizing missed days.
Search