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AppWizard

March 12, 2025

Here’s an early video preview of the upcoming Google app Search AI Mode in action (APK teardown)

Google is introducing a new AI Mode as part of the Gemini project, which aims to enhance user interaction across its applications. An early preview of this feature has been released, showcasing its integration into the Google app. The current beta version (16.9.39.sa.arm64) reveals that Voice Search and Lens options have been repositioned to accommodate the AI Mode. The interface now includes a floating Search bar that allows users to access the AI Mode easily, which generates detailed responses to queries with links to source material. The AI Mode supports various input methods, including text and voice queries, and integrates with Google Lens, which has received a visual update. The feature is not yet publicly accessible, but anticipation for its launch is growing.

AppWizard

February 12, 2025

Minecraft Bedrock Drops Huge New Update Adding Pig Variants and More

Mojang Studios has released update version 1.21.60 for the Bedrock version of Minecraft, introducing two new pig variants: Warm Pig and Cold Pig, which spawn in specific biomes. The update includes new falling leaf particles for all leaf blocks, changes to crafting recipes for lodestones, accessibility improvements, and various gameplay adjustments. Pale Gardens will generate more frequently, and several bugs have been fixed, including issues with camera movement and mob behavior. The update also refines the world spawn point algorithm, introduces a profanity filter for Windows users, and updates the user interface and achievements. The update is being rolled out incrementally across platforms, excluding Nintendo Switch, where availability may vary.

Winsage

August 16, 2024

Windows 11 will finally give you greater control over HDR features

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Build 27686, which includes new HDR capabilities allowing HDR video streaming even when HDR is off. The label for "HDR video streaming" has been updated to "HDR video streaming, games, apps and more." The build also features a visual update in the Disks & Volumes settings with a new "Create volume" button design. Additionally, it introduces support for ReFS version 3.15, although partitions are still formatted using version 3.14. A future release will remove the 32GB size limit for FAT32 partitions, increasing the maximum capacity to 2TB.

AppWizard

August 6, 2024

Minecraft Players Argue Over Which In-Game Creature Needs a Visual Refresh

The Minecraft community is advocating for visual updates to classic mobs, as many have remained unchanged since the game's launch 15 years ago. Players have expressed a desire for enhancements to various entities, including the Creeper, Skeleton, rabbit, Enderman, and Ghast, citing their outdated designs compared to newer mobs. Suggestions include redesigning the Creeper for a more organic appearance and improving the textures of the Skeleton. The community also believes that original animal mobs like pigs, cows, chickens, and sheep need revamping. While Mojang has not announced any official updates, they have a history of incorporating community feedback into the game.

AppWizard

July 4, 2024

Minecraft is getting a redesign! Well, at least the official artwork is

Minecraft is getting a new colorful and lighthearted artwork redesign that will replace the old artwork across the entire franchise. This update is only for the artwork and does not include any updates or new content for the game itself.