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Winsage

July 25, 2025

Can’t (or won’t) upgrade to Windows 11, but afraid to switch from Windows 10 to Linux? This app might make the transition easy

A migration tool named Operese is in development to assist users transitioning from Windows 10 to Linux. It allows the transfer of files, settings, and installed applications. Currently, it supports only one Linux distribution, Kubuntu, but there are plans to expand compatibility to other distributions in the future. The developer, TechnoPorg, aims to complete the tool by October, coinciding with Windows 10's End of Life. There are uncertainties regarding the transfer of applications due to compatibility issues with Linux. The project may become open source to enhance security and community collaboration. Windows 10 users can extend support for an additional year through the Windows Backup app.

AppWizard

July 25, 2025

Google is fixing Meet’s messy invitations on Android (APK teardown)

Google is enhancing its Meet app for Android by simplifying the process of adding participants to calls. Users will soon be able to invite contacts by entering their email addresses or phone numbers, similar to the web version. The latest version of Google Meet includes an “Add others” button that opens a contacts page for inviting new participants. The ongoing call minimizes to a picture-in-picture view, and invited participants receive a standard incoming call notification. If they decline or do not answer, the label changes to “No answer,” and a button may allow existing participants to leave a video message together.

AppWizard

July 25, 2025

Android’s new ‘Expanded’ dark mode darkens apps without a dark theme — but there’s a catch

Android is introducing a new feature that allows users to enable a dark theme in applications that do not have native support for it, as part of the second Android Canary build. This update includes two modes under Settings > Display & touch > Dark theme: Standard mode, which applies the dark theme to compatible applications, and Expanded mode, which automatically applies the dark theme to a wider range of apps. The Expanded dark mode functions similarly to the “override force-dark” toggle in Developer Options but is more effective across various applications. Users may experience visual inconsistencies in some apps and can revert to Standard mode if needed. The feature has been anticipated since its initial discovery over a year ago, and while it is live in the Canary build, its rollout to Beta or Stable channels is uncertain, with hopes for its debut in the upcoming second quarterly release of Android 16 in December.

AppWizard

July 25, 2025

You can finally run Doom and other graphical apps in Android’s Linux Terminal

The July 2025 Android Canary build of the Linux Terminal app introduces the ability to run graphical Linux applications, allowing users to interact with a graphical interface via a new “Display” button. By typing ‘weston’, users can access a graphical environment with Weston preinstalled. Users can also enable hardware acceleration by creating an empty file named virglrenderer in the /sdcard/linux directory, which enhances performance for running demanding Linux software. The feature is currently available in the Canary build, with speculation about its rollout to Beta or Stable channels in the second quarterly release of Android 16, expected in December.

Winsage

July 24, 2025

Microsoft’s not the only reason NVIDIA’s Arm chips are delayed — but Windows deserves part of the blame

NVIDIA's Arm processors, initially expected to launch this year, are now delayed until next year due to factors such as setbacks in Microsoft's operating system roadmap, ongoing revisions at NVIDIA, and a decline in notebook market demand. The upcoming N1 series is anticipated to rival the RTX 4070 laptop GPU in performance while offering improved energy efficiency, with speculation about a 65W processor matching a 120W RTX 4070. There are rumors of chips with thermal design power (TDP) of 80W or 120W. The introduction of the N1 series is expected to diversify options in the Arm market, competing with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X chips. Earlier reports indicated millions of N1X chips were to ship in Q4 2025, followed by N1 processors in 2026, but this timeline has shifted. The processors are being developed in collaboration with MediaTek and could disrupt the computing landscape, with projections suggesting readiness by late 2026 and a potential announcement at CES 2027.

AppWizard

July 24, 2025

Android’s Apple-inspired Handoff feature is moving closer to completion (APK teardown)

Android is developing a Handoff functionality aimed at enhancing cross-device file sharing and app access for users linked to the same Google account. Recent findings from an APK teardown of Google Play Services version 25.29.31 indicate new options for file and media sharing, as well as notification sharing. Although these features are not yet active, they suggest that users will eventually be able to access files and run apps installed on other devices. The code hints at the ability to continue tasks and access apps, media, and notifications across devices, potentially improving productivity and user convenience. The timeline for public release of these features is currently uncertain.

AppWizard

July 24, 2025

RIP: Google finally sets a timeline for burying Reminders

Google will transition from Reminders in Calendar to Tasks in the second half of 2025, allowing reminders created in Google Keep to be saved directly to Tasks. This integration aims to streamline task management by consolidating reminders into a single application. Users will be able to manage reminders from both the Tasks and Calendar applications, while existing reminders from Keep will be labeled as “From Keep.” The transition will centralize all to-dos and reminders across Google and Workspace applications, ultimately phasing out Google Reminders as a standalone feature.

AppWizard

July 23, 2025

The Girl From Arkanya Gets August 2025 Steam Release After Publisher Split

Developer Arkanya Games has announced that The Girl from Arkanya will be released on PC via Steam on August 21, 2025. The studio has shifted to self-publishing after ending its partnership with Top Hat Studios. A new trailer showcases the game's pixel art adventure, featuring puzzle-solving, dungeon crawling, and light combat, with the protagonist Marisa and her capybara companion. The game is inspired by The Legend of Zelda series and has faced delays since its initial announcement in 2020. The decision to self-publish was made due to disagreements over the project's direction, allowing Arkanya Games to set their own release timeline. The PC version will be released independently while discussions for console adaptations are ongoing.

Winsage

July 22, 2025

Microsoft Revives Windows 7-Style PC Migration Tool for Windows 11

Microsoft has launched a new PC-to-PC migration tool for Windows 10 and 11, integrated into the Windows Backup app, allowing users to transfer files and personal settings between two computers over a local network. This tool revives the functionality of "Windows Easy Transfer" from earlier Windows versions. The migration process requires both PCs to be on the same network and connected to power, with a secure pairing process using a six-digit code. The tool transfers user files, documents, photos, videos, and personalization settings but does not transfer installed applications, saved passwords, system files, or files already in OneDrive. It also requires the old PC to run Windows 10 or 11 and the new PC to run Windows 11 version 2024 or later, with both computers signed into a Microsoft Account. The tool currently does not support ARM-based devices.

AppWizard

July 21, 2025

Stop Killing Games’ EU initiative hits 1.4 million signatures—and if at least 1 million are valid, it’s off to the European Commission

The "Stop Killing Games" initiative, led by YouTuber Ross Scott, has gathered over 1.4 million signatures as part of the European Citizens' Initiative, surpassing its initial goals. The initiative aims to advocate for an end-of-life plan for video games, allowing them to be modified or patched to remain operational without ongoing support from developers. Concerns about potential signature-spoofing campaigns have prompted the movement to collect an additional 400,000 signatures as a buffer. Once the signatures are validated, the European Commission will respond to the demands within six months, although this does not guarantee the proposals will become law. The initiative has gained attention from industry leaders, including Ubisoft's CEO, and has received support from a vice president of the EU parliament.