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AppWizard

July 7, 2026

First look: Google Translate is finally prepping the modern makeover it deserves

Google is redesigning its Google Translate app for Android, introducing a new navigation bar at the bottom with four sections: Translate, Live, Camera, and Practice. The language selectors have been moved to the top for a cleaner layout, and the translation input box now includes quick action buttons. A hamburger menu has replaced the Saved shortcut, providing a new “Your activity” screen that consolidates translation history and saved translations. The text input screen has a modern aesthetic, with recent translations visible within the input card, and the results page features individual cards for source and translated text.

AppWizard

July 6, 2026

After Samsung Health, the Wearable app could be getting its biggest redesign yet

Samsung is redesigning its Galaxy Wearable app to improve user experience with a new interface and enhanced functionality. The app will transition from a black interface to soft blue and purple gradients, organized into three main sections: Watch Faces, Home, and Settings. The Home tab will display the connected Galaxy Watch's image, battery level, and shortcuts for frequently adjusted settings. The watch face browser will show the entire watch with the selected face for better assessment. The Settings menu will have a refined appearance with simpler icons and reorganized options for quicker access. New features include AI-generated Tiles for personalized information aggregation and a raise-to-talk function for the Gemini voice assistant. Health monitoring upgrades will introduce a Daily Cardio Load feature for training recommendations and a Vitals feature to track overnight health metrics. Additionally, a Sound Exposure feature will monitor daily noise levels, and outdoor-focused tools are being developed for Samsung's rugged Ultra watches.

AppWizard

July 5, 2026

Darktide’s new Skitarii class is its most unique yet, but it also advances our understanding of Warhammer 40k lore

Warhammer 40k features the Skitarii class, which is characterized as cyborg warriors devoted to a cult and communicates in binharic cant. They possess abilities such as delivering electric shocks, using a retractable claw arm for close combat, reviving allies, solving puzzles, and providing fire support through Servo-Skull minions. The Skitarii class emphasizes support and teamwork over individual prowess, offering a diverse skill tree and customization options that enhance the gameplay experience. Fatshark's introduction of this class in Darktide reflects a shift towards strategic collaboration rather than traditional aggressive playstyles.

AppWizard

July 5, 2026

PC Gamers Can Save $30 In Free Game Giveaway, Includes 8/10 RPG

Epic Games is offering two free games for PC users: River City Girls 2, valued at .99, and I Have No Mouth, And I Must Scream, valued at .99. River City Girls 2 is a sequel featuring characters Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki, with new characters Marian and Provie, and includes solo and co-op gameplay. It has a Metacritic score of 78 and 85% on Steam. I Have No Mouth, And I Must Scream, released in 1996, focuses on five individuals confronting their fears against a Master Computer and has an 88% rating on Steam. Both games are available for free until 4 PM BST on Thursday, July 9.

AppWizard

July 4, 2026

Modders made a Fallout 4 quest in a weekend for charity, and it features iconic Elder Scrolls actor Wes Johnson

A new mod for Fallout 4, titled Double Feature, is a collaboration between modders Kinggath and his team, and voice actor Wes Johnson, along with contributions from Fallout actors Jan Johns and Leer Leary. The mod is part of Kinggath's annual charity initiative, which has previously produced successful mods like Shady Motives and Trunk's Malfunction. The fundraising effort for Alzheimer's research has raised over ,000, surpassing the original goal of ,500, with a target of ,000 in sight. The total amount raised, including contributions from other modders, is ,895. Wes Johnson is involved in this mod as part of a larger initiative called Voiceapalooza, in collaboration with the Fallout For Hope charity. The Double Feature mod is available for free on its Nexus page and was developed in just a weekend. Kinggath Creations also highlights other projects, including the acclaimed Sim Settlements mod for Fallout 4.

AppWizard

July 4, 2026

I tried Android Auto’s new Adobe Acrobat PDF app

Android Auto has introduced the Adobe Acrobat app, which allows users to access PDFs in an audio-only format using a "Read Aloud" feature. This enables drivers to listen to documents being read aloud while driving, with controls for play, pause, and skip available via the car’s touchscreen or steering wheel buttons. The app is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing users to absorb information from meeting notes, important documents, or industry reports during commutes. While the audio quality may not match that of professional audiobooks, it serves as a practical tool for accessing written content on the road.

AppWizard

July 2, 2026

Former Call of Duty frontman launches new studio with a ‘Stop Killing Games’-style mission statement: If the game bombs, it goes open source

Robert Bowling, former strategist of the Call of Duty franchise, has co-founded a new studio called //18.bravo after the closure of his previous venture, Midnight Society, in 2025. The studio aims to foster a collaborative environment by aligning leadership compensation with employee success and introducing a royalty program for employees and profit-sharing with external talents. //18.bravo's debut project will not support live service models, focusing instead on creating a sustainable gaming experience with dedicated servers and optimized peer-to-peer architecture. This approach prioritizes longevity over immediate financial success, addressing gamer concerns about game shutdowns.

AppWizard

July 1, 2026

Sure would be great if Oblivion Remastered got patched on PC to coincide with the Switch 2 release

Bethesda will unveil Oblivion Remastered for the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 11, featuring a trailer with a live-action portrayal of the Adoring Fan and minimal gameplay footage. The remastered version aims to address technical challenges and will include motion controls and touch screen features. The full game will be included on the cartridge. The PC version has received patches for various issues, but players still encounter bugs, and there is hope for an improved experience, especially for those using devices like the Steam Deck. A modded version of the original game currently offers a smoother experience.

AppWizard

June 30, 2026

ESA bafflingly declares private Minecraft servers ‘illegal’ in Stop Killing Games hearing: ‘We consider it piracy, we have lawsuits’

During a California State Senate hearing on the Protect Our Games Act (AB 1921), Jennifer Gibbons, vice president of the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), claimed that private servers for games like Minecraft and Call of Duty are illegal and constitute piracy. This statement has been challenged by gaming communities, as players can legally set up private servers by downloading a .jar file from the official Minecraft website. Advocates for the Protect Our Games Act plan to enhance their lobbying efforts by increasing funding, establishing an in-person presence, and forming a coalition of organizations and developers. Additionally, there are plans to introduce similar legislation in other states and potentially at the federal level.

BetaBeacon

June 29, 2026

Your Android phone can play some Steam games. Here’s how

Old and new games were tested on a phone using GameHub. Low-power 2D games work best, while some newer 3D games struggled to launch or had performance issues. Older games like Skyrim ran smoothly, while a newer game like Dead as Disco required additional components to run. Playing games on GameHub is unpredictable, with older and 2D games being more likely to work well.