Roblox will retire its Premium subscription model and introduce a new subscription called Roblox Plus, effective April 30. Existing Premium subscribers can keep their plan but will lose certain benefits, such as bonus Robux. Roblox Plus will offer a fixed monthly rate of .99, a 10% discount on in-game purchases (increasing to 20% after three consecutive months), and access to free unlimited private servers. Creators can earn 100 Robux for each Plus user spending time in their private servers and receive a bonus of 250 Robux for each new subscriber they bring in. Users will be able to trade and resell avatar items and transfer Robux, with parental approval required for users under 18. Optional extras for bundling subscriptions with additional Robux will be introduced after launch, but the 10% bonus on additional Robux purchases will be eliminated.
A new report highlights Google's "Tap to Share" feature, which includes a redesigned sharing menu that aligns with Android 16 aesthetics. Users will initiate the transfer process by overlapping their devices, which will emit a glow to indicate successful completion. The user interface features a straightforward sub-menu with three selectable options for sharing. The upcoming Galaxy S26 series will have dual antennas to support this feature. The process may utilize NFC technology, with potential future iterations using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The design of the sub-menu has been refined to match Android 16's visual elements.
Many users attribute sluggish smartphone performance and rapid battery depletion to the need for an upgrade, but four popular applications may be the real culprits affecting Android phone performance.
1. TikTok: This app drains battery by preloading videos, syncing notifications, and tracking engagement metrics in the background, preventing the phone from entering sleep mode. It can also cause UI overdraw, straining the GPU. Switching to TikTok Lite may improve efficiency.
2. Google Maps: This navigation app uses continuous GPS tracking and real-time data updates, leading to high battery and processor usage. If set to 'Allow every time,' it retains GPS access even when not in use, causing lingering background processes that tax the CPU. Users can enable power-saving mode on Google Pixel 10 to extend battery life.
3. Spotify: Although it seems lightweight, Spotify consumes battery in the background through various services for playback, playlist syncing, and content caching. A growing cache can lead to system lag, especially with limited storage.
4. Google Photos: This app indexes images, generates thumbnails, and uploads photos to the cloud, consuming CPU and network resources. Frequent transfers of large media files or a large photo library can cause slowdowns. Limiting automatic backups can reduce network usage, conserve battery life, and free up storage space.
Android users in the US can claim payouts from a million settlement with Google related to a class action lawsuit over unauthorized data collection. Eligible users must have used Android with cellular data between November 2017 and the final approval date. Payout options include PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or a virtual card. The maximum payout is estimated to be around [openai_gpt model="gpt-4o-mini" prompt="Summarize the content and extract only the fact described in the text bellow. The summary shall NOT include a title, introduction and conclusion. Text: What you need to know
Android users in the US can now start the process of claiming payouts as Google begins settling the 5 million data lawsuit case.
Eligible users must have used Android with cellular data between November 2017 and the final approval date.
Users can choose payouts via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or virtual card through the settlement website.
Final payouts depend on claims and approval, with a maximum of about 0 expected per eligible user.
In an unexpected turn of events, Android users across the United States are now presented with an opportunity to claim their share of a 5 million settlement from Google. This follows a class action lawsuit that has been in the spotlight since November 2020, where allegations surfaced regarding the unauthorized collection and transfer of users' cellular data. The lawsuit contended that Android devices were engaging in "passive data transfers" even when users believed their phones were inactive—apps closed, location services disabled, and the device seemingly idle.
As Google moves towards settling this case, eligible users can now visit the settlement website to select their preferred payment method. Options include popular platforms such as PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, or even a virtual Mastercard. It's important for users to complete the payment election form; otherwise, the Settlement Administrator will make attempts to send payments without a specified method, which could lead to complications in receiving funds.
However, California residents should note that they are excluded from this settlement due to a separate lawsuit totaling 4 million. For those eligible, the maximum payout is estimated to be around 0 per person, although the final amount will fluctuate based on the number of claims submitted and necessary deductions for administrative costs, taxes, and legal fees.
While users can currently only file their payment preferences, actual payouts will be processed following the final approval hearing set for June 23, 2026. Payments will only be issued if the settlement receives the green light at that time.
Android Central's Take
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Many organizations using PostgreSQL face challenges in replicating data across different logical databases while controlling shared information. PostgreSQL 15 introduces native logical replication with column-level and row-level filtering within publications, allowing precise control over data transfer between PostgreSQL databases. Logical replication operates on a publish-subscribe model, where the source database logs changes to the Write-Ahead Log (WAL) and applies publication filters to transmit only the relevant data to the target database.
Two filtering modes are available: column-level filtering allows users to specify which columns to replicate, while row-level filtering uses WHERE clauses to determine which rows to include. Both filtering modes can be combined in a single publication. The SQL syntax for creating publications and subscriptions is consistent across various PostgreSQL environments, with specific configurations required for enabling logical replication.
Use cases for logical replication include multi-tenant SaaS data isolation, regional data distribution for ecommerce, PCI DSS compliance in financial services, development and testing environments, and retail inventory management. Prerequisites for implementing logical replication include using PostgreSQL 15 or later, ensuring network connectivity, having a user with replication privileges, enabling logical replication on the source instance, and monitoring WAL retention.
Logical replication has limitations, such as the need for a replica identity for UPDATE and DELETE operations, the non-replication of DDL changes and sequences, and potential performance overhead during initial synchronization and ongoing replication. After testing, it is advisable to clean up by removing replication resources to prevent unnecessary costs.
The Red Magic 11 Golden Saga Edition features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, Adreno 840 GPU, 24 GB LPDDR5T RAM, and up to 1 TB UFS 4.1 Pro storage for high-performance gaming.
Nothing plans to phase out the CMF Watch app, which will be removed from app stores on April 3, 2026, with the Google Play Store discontinuing it by the end of that year. Users must begin pairing their devices with the Nothing X app by July 19, 2026, to ensure a seamless transition. Essential data such as workout records, daily activity, sleep patterns, heart rate, blood oxygen levels, stress metrics, active score, and training load (for Watch Pro 2 users) will be transferred, while personal details like nicknames, avatars, height and weight, and female health data must be re-entered manually. Custom watch faces will not transfer, and CMF Watch app accounts will be deactivated once migration begins. Users should log into the Nothing X app, connect their smartwatch, and select the Data Migration option to initiate the process. Support is available for those who need assistance.
Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows is available for .97, reduced from 9.99, until April 19 at 11:59 p.m. PT. The suite includes Word, Excel, OneNote, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Access, and the free version of Teams. Users gain lifetime access with a one-time purchase, with no monthly fees or subscriptions required.
Many enterprises are transitioning from traditional proprietary data warehouse platforms, such as Teradata and Snowflake, due to issues like vendor lock-in, unpredictable pricing, and limited flexibility. EDB Postgres® AI (EDB PG AI) offers WarehousePG, an open-source, petabyte-scale data warehouse built on Postgres, designed to provide control, predictability, and data sovereignty while maintaining performance. WarehousePG utilizes a massively parallel processing (MPP) architecture, allowing it to efficiently execute complex queries across large datasets. It offers predictable performance without proprietary constraints, enabling organizations to avoid vendor-controlled execution engines. WarehousePG supports hybrid storage and SQL access to external data lakes through the Platform Extension Framework (PXF), simplifying ETL processes. It includes FlowServer for real-time data ingestion and supports in-database AI and machine learning, allowing for advanced analytics without transferring data outside the warehouse. The platform is engineered for high availability and enterprise readiness, with features like workload management and observability. Migration from legacy platforms is facilitated through a low-risk modernization pathway. Overall, WarehousePG provides a modern alternative to traditional data warehouses, emphasizing architectural control and open-source economics.
