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Winsage
July 29, 2025
Today marks the tenth anniversary of Windows 10, which was unveiled on September 30, 2014. Microsoft is offering a complimentary copy of the Windows 10 Field Guide to users in celebration. A new free newsletter is available for subscribers, providing three time-saving tips every Friday and complimentary copies of Paul Thurrott's Windows 11 and Windows 10 Field Guides. Windows 10 was designed to operate across various devices and was announced as a free upgrade for users of Windows 7, 8.1, and Windows Phone 8.1 in January 2015. It was officially released on July 29, 2015, and received positive reviews for its adaptability and user-friendly experience, addressing design flaws from Windows 8. A free copy of the Windows 10 Field Guide is available at Leanpub until August 1, 2025.
Winsage
July 29, 2025
On July 29, 2015, Microsoft unveiled Windows 10, integrating the live tile interface with the classic Start menu and focusing on the desktop experience. It was developed with public collaboration through the Windows Insider Program. Microsoft offered a free upgrade to Windows 7 and 8 users for one year, which was later extended until 2023, resulting in 100 million devices running Windows 10 within two months of its launch. The "Get Windows 10" app aggressively promoted the upgrade, leading to user backlash and its eventual removal. Windows 10 faced criticism for extensive data collection practices, with no option for complete telemetry disablement. It introduced "Windows as a Service" with a biannual update schedule, though it faced issues, including data loss in the October 2018 Update. The OneCore project aimed to create a universal Windows core for various devices but ultimately faltered. The dark mode feature had inconsistencies, and Windows 10 Mobile struggled in the smartphone market, leading to its discontinuation in 2017. The Universal Windows Platform (UWP) faced adoption challenges, and the Fluent Design System delivered minimal updates. The My People feature was disabled by default due to poor adoption rates. Windows 10 played a crucial role in shaping the current Windows landscape and laid the groundwork for future developments.
Winsage
July 25, 2025
Windows laptops can retrieve the Wi-Fi password for the current network by searching for "View Network Connections," right-clicking the active connection, selecting Status, and then clicking on Wireless Properties to view the password under the Security tab. For older networks, users can open a command prompt and type "netsh wlan show profile" to see saved Wi-Fi profiles, then use "netsh wlan show profile [NETWORK NAME] key=clear" to reveal the password in plain text. On Android devices, users can view stored Wi-Fi SSIDs and passwords by accessing the quick settings menu, tapping the current network name for the password, or navigating to Saved networks for other networks. Verification may be required to share the password, which can be displayed alongside a QR code for easy sharing.
AppWizard
July 23, 2025
A report by Public First estimates that Google Play and Android generated Rs 4 lakh crore in revenue for app publishers and the Indian economy in 2024. The digital economy in India is one of the largest and fastest-growing globally, driven by smartphone adoption, affordable data, and a vibrant developer ecosystem. The combined ecosystem of Google Play and Android contributed to the creation of over 35 lakh jobs in 2024. India has over 10 lakh developer jobs, with nearly 79% of Indian app developers serving overseas users. Indian developers achieved a total of 720 crore app downloads from the Play Store, including 600 crore from domestic users and 120 crore from international users.
AppWizard
July 23, 2025
Google is suing unidentified hackers in China for hijacking over 10 million devices to create the BadBox 2.0 botnet. The botnet has been found on budget Android streamers, tablets, and projectors, either preloaded with malware or infected during setup through dubious apps. Google’s Play Protect now automatically blocks anything linked to BadBox 2.0. The lawsuit was filed in a New York federal court following investigations by Human Security and Trend Micro. Compromised devices include TV streamers, projectors, car infotainment systems, and digital photo frames, many of which originated from China. Hackers gain access to home networks by preloading malware or infiltrating devices during setup. The BadBox malware operates in the background, generating fraudulent ad clicks. Google is concerned about the financial burden of fake ad traffic and the impact on user trust and its reputation.
AppWizard
July 21, 2025
The Gemini overlay on Android has been updated to include a new shortcut that allows users to quickly open the full Gemini app via a drag handle at the top of the overlay. This feature provides access to chat history, Gems, and settings. The updated prompt bar offers seamless access to features like Video, Deep Research, and Canvas chips, while the design of the 'plus' menu has been refreshed. The overlay shortcut is being rolled out with versions 16.27 (stable) and 16.28 (beta) of the Google app, and users may need to force stop the app to activate it. Additionally, the overlay now supports right-alignment on tablets and foldables.
Winsage
July 20, 2025
Microsoft is introducing a new feature called Adaptive Energy Saver for Windows 11, which will automatically toggle Energy Saver mode based on user activity to maximize battery efficiency. Currently, users must manually activate Energy Saver mode, which reduces display brightness and curtails background activities. The Adaptive Energy Saver feature, currently being tested by Windows Insiders, will maintain screen brightness while managing power-intensive components like the CPU and GPU during lighter tasks. This feature is exclusive to devices with built-in batteries and is expected to be rolled out to the wider public later this year. Users can access it through Settings > System > Power & Battery once available.
AppWizard
July 17, 2025
Today's Android game and app deals include discounts on the Sonos Ace ANC over-ear headphones, Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra configurations, and a promotion for the Galaxy Z Flip 7 pre-order that includes free Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and a case. Featured apps on sale are Old Man’s Journey, Front Armies [RTS], ELOH, and Titan Quest: Ultimate Edition.
AppWizard
July 16, 2025
Microsoft's Xbox division has launched the "Stream your own game" feature for PC users, allowing access to a library of over 250 games without extensive downloads or installations. This feature is available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers who are part of the Xbox Insiders Program in 28 countries where Xbox Cloud Gaming (beta) is supported. The program includes popular titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Hogwarts Legacy and enables users to play console-exclusive games on PCs.
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