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I use these two Android features to trick my international friends into thinking I'm fluent in their languages
AppWizard
April 11, 2026

I use these two Android features to trick my international friends into thinking I’m fluent in their languages

Google Translate is integrated into various Android applications, improving multilingual communication. Gboard and Circle to Search allow users to translate on-screen content easily. Users can access Circle to Search by tapping and holding the bottom bar or home button, then select the Translate icon to translate everything displayed. Gboard users can access translation by tapping the icon with four squares, dragging the Translate icon to the shortcuts bar, and selecting their desired language to type in the translator text box. The Motorola Razr Ultra 2025, while lacking some advanced features, still provides a reliable translation experience. Switching languages mid-conversation is generally understood by friends, facilitating smoother communication.
Minecraft 26.1 Snapshot 8
AppWizard
February 18, 2026

Minecraft 26.1 Snapshot 8

Players can expect the introduction of the final baby mobs, including visual updates for pandas, hoglins, zoglins, striders, and snifflets. The Stonecutter now allows crafting of Deepslate and stone into various cobbled variants. Adult horses have updated black dot markings, and sound assets for adult variants have been enhanced. A bug related to cat variant sounds has been fixed. Hitboxes for several mobs have been adjusted to fit into smaller spaces. Operators can use Ctrl + Pick input on players and mannequins in Creative Mode. Input Method Editors will now appear above the text field in supported platforms. A new debug screen entry for memory usage has been added, and the initial heap size has been decreased to 2GB to reduce crashes. The Data Pack version is updated to 99.2, and the Resource Pack version is at 81.1. New UI sprites and entity textures for various baby mobs have been introduced. Several bugs have been fixed in the snapshot.
I simplified my Google Photos searching and editing with this trick
AppWizard
February 11, 2026

I simplified my Google Photos searching and editing with this trick

Google Photos has introduced a new feature called Ask Photos, which allows users to edit images using natural-language prompts instead of traditional editing tools. This feature is available for personal Google accounts in the U.S. and requires users to opt in and enable face match and location estimation. While Ask Photos simplifies the editing process, users should be cautious about privacy, as prompts will be used for training purposes, even though Google does not use photos or videos for AI training. To use Ask Photos, users must open the Google Photos app, select a photo, tap the Edit button, and enter their request in the Help me edit text field. Additionally, Google Photos provides transparency regarding edits through C2PA Content Credentials, which document the types of edits made and distinguish between original and edited photos.
Copilot on Windows: New text editing feature begins rolling out to Windows Insiders
Winsage
December 20, 2025

Copilot on Windows: New text editing feature begins rolling out to Windows Insiders

The Microsoft Copilot app on Windows is receiving an update that enhances user experience and productivity, introducing features like Copilot Actions for Text Editing. This feature allows users to rewrite, refine, or edit text during Copilot Vision sessions, facilitating real-time collaboration. Users can initiate a Vision session by clicking the glasses icon in the chat bar and selecting the document or application to share. During the session, users can give commands such as “rewrite this to be more formal,” prompting Copilot to suggest edits. The feature is opt-in and requires users to enable it in the Copilot App settings. The update (version 1.25121.60.0 and higher) is being rolled out across all Insider Channels via the Microsoft Store, and users must be on Windows version 26200.6899 or later to access it. Availability may vary for users globally.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
December 15, 2025

This roguelite claims to have the dubious honor of being ‘the world’s first fully playable game created 100% through AI’ in a milestone for slop everywhere

A Google survey found that 87% of game developers are integrating generative AI into their workflows. Codex Mortis, developed by Crunchfest3, claims to be "the world's first fully playable game created 100% through AI." The game was created in three months using AI tools, without traditional game engines. It features a bullet heaven genre style and an AI-generated cinematic trailer. Despite its claim, hobby coder David Friedman previously developed Doomscroll, a browser game using ChatGPT, indicating other projects in generative AI game development. Codex Mortis is set to be released on Steam as a potentially paid product.
See all the Windows 11 features that Microsoft has been testing so far in November — before the next big update
Winsage
November 27, 2025

See all the Windows 11 features that Microsoft has been testing so far in November — before the next big update

Microsoft has begun rolling out new features for Windows 11, including previews for versions 25H2 and 26H1, specifically build 28000.1199. Key updates include: 1. Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE): This feature is being tested for all PCs with build 26220.7271, transforming the desktop into a console-like interface and reducing memory consumption by approximately 2GB. Users can activate it via Settings > Gaming > Full screen experience, and it requires enrollment in the Xbox Insider program. 2. Point-in-time Restore: This feature allows users to revert their computer to a previous state, recovering from issues like buggy updates or malware. It uses the Volume Shadow Copy Service to create restore points and is enabled by default on devices with a minimum of 200GB storage running Home and Pro editions. Users can manage it via Settings > Recovery > Point-in-time. 3. Voice Typing with Fluid Dictation: The Fluid Dictation feature is now integrated into Voice Typing, automatically correcting grammar and punctuation. It is enabled by default on Copilot+ PCs. 4. Microsoft Store App Uninstall Option: An "Uninstall" option for apps is now available in the Microsoft Store through the app's context menu on the "Library" page.
Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (Dev & Beta Channels)
Winsage
November 22, 2025

Announcing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (Dev & Beta Channels)

Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7271 (KB5070307) has been released for both the Dev and Beta Channels. Insiders can switch from the Dev Channel to the Beta Channel while both channels have the same updates. The Xbox full screen experience is now available for additional Windows 11 PC form factors, accessible through Task View, Game Bar settings, or the Win + F11 hotkey. Point-in-time restore is introduced for both channels, allowing users to revert their devices to a previous state. Fluid dictation is now available for voice typing users on NPU devices, enhancing the dictation experience. Vivo Android phone users can resume browsing activity from their phone to their PC, and users of Honor, Huawei, Oppo, Samsung, and Vivo can continue working on M365 Copilot app files across devices. The context menu in File Explorer is being refined, and users can now uninstall Store-managed apps directly from the Microsoft Store. Fixes include resolving taskbar issues, internet connectivity problems, and crashes in Settings. Known issues include the virtual keyboard not being visible for controller users and some applications exhibiting unexpected behavior with the Xbox full screen experience.
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