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AppWizard

June 18, 2026

There’s a new hidden way to customize your Pixel home screen. Here’s how to find it

The latest update for Google Pixel phones, Android 17, introduces a feature that allows users to hide app names on their home screens, enhancing customization options. To use this feature, devices must be updated to Android 17, which began rolling out on June 16. Users can check for updates through the Settings app. To hide app names, users need to press and hold on a blank area of the home screen, navigate to Wallpaper & style, tap Icons, toggle off Show app names, and apply the changes. App names will still be visible in the app drawer, and users can easily revert to displaying app names if desired.

BetaBeacon

June 5, 2026

Friday Android app deals and freebies: MEGA MAN X, Ace Attorney Trilogy, GHOST TRICK, more

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Winsage

June 5, 2026

Microsoft wants AI to customize your Windows 11 entirely with one sentence, shows off a demo

At Build 2026, Microsoft announced plans to enhance Windows 11 personalization through AI agents, with API endpoints available for developers to create tailored experiences. Product Manager Samantha Song highlighted the need for a more user-friendly interface that reflects individual preferences, noting current customization options can be cumbersome. Microsoft introduced "WinUI skills," enabling developers to use AI agents like Copilot to create native applications that interact with Windows APIs. Users could instruct AI to modify themes, such as creating a cherry blossom theme, which would adjust wallpapers and accent colors automatically. AI skills could also apply accent colors to File Explorer and download themed wallpapers. The theme module can orchestrate multiple actions, allowing users to change their entire Windows theme with a single command. Microsoft is exploring a themes agent for generating new themes. While currently an open-source project, there is potential for these features to be integrated into Windows 11, enhancing user experience through personalized customization.

AppWizard

June 2, 2026

Google’s wallpaper-based Gemini redesign is finally rolling out to users

Google is rolling out wallpaper-based theming for Gemini within the Google app, transitioning from hidden manual activation to a beta version accessible to users, including those on the Pixel 9 with version 17.27.33.sa.arm64. This update aligns Gemini with the Material You design philosophy, allowing the interface to dynamically adjust to the user's wallpaper colors, moving away from the previous static color scheme. Currently, changes are visible in Gemini's floating overlay UI, which adopts a tint reflecting the system theme, while the main interface has not yet fully implemented dynamic theming, indicating a phased rollout approach.

AppWizard

May 31, 2026

There’s one game Don’t Nod narrative designer Nina Freeman won’t ever uninstall from her PC, because it’s banned on Steam: ‘It’s tragic, because everyone should play this game’

Nina Freeman's first gaming experience was with the 1991 game Rodent's Revenge, which she played on a friend's computer or at school. She has developed autobiographical games like Cibele and Last Call, and worked as a level designer on Tacoma and Open Roads. Currently, she is working on an undisclosed project with Don't Nod and developing an indie horror game titled Size Zero with her husband. Freeman recently played Angeline Era on her Steam Deck and completed Scarlet Hollow, which she describes as a masterpiece with a complex branching narrative. The oldest game installed on her PC is Rollercoaster Tycoon Deluxe, released in 1999. She has logged over 2,101 hours in Dota 2, which she and her husband enjoy together. Freeman considers Devotion by Red Candle Games one of the best horror games and will never uninstall it from her library. She relies on OBS for her work as a game developer and Twitch streamer, and maintains a tidy desktop for streaming purposes, although her external hard drives are less organized.

AppWizard

May 27, 2026

World of Warcraft housing expert recreates The Burning Crusade’s iconic login screen on their in-game PC

In World of Warcraft, player housing has led to creative designs, including a decorative version of the Dark Portal gifted to players after the Burning Crusade Classic Anniversary. A notable creation by Reddit user 'Idibegajranolegaj' features a miniature recreation of the Burning Crusade loading screen on a tiny PC, complete with a monitor, neon purple tower, desk lamp, hand-crafted keyboard, and a cozy gaming chair. The interactive setup allows players to engage with UI buttons on the monitor. The original concept was intended as a Windows XP wallpaper, but the arrival of the portal inspired this transformation.

AppWizard

May 26, 2026

5 extremely popular Steam apps that aren’t games — Level up your PC with these useful utilities and tools

Cale Hunt is preparing for Computex and enhancing his yard for summer. Steam is the largest platform for PC gamers, featuring over 130,000 games and also offering non-gaming software for development, design, editing, and production. Cale enjoys using Aseprite for creating 2D pixel art, although he hasn't used his creations for projects. Lossless Scaling provides frame generation for any GPU, benefiting retro gaming enthusiasts. Wallpaper Engine allows users to create animated wallpapers and screensavers and has maintained an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam since 2018. Crosshair X enables customization of reticles in games and integrates with the Xbox Game Bar. OBS Studio is popular among streamers for its comprehensive tools. Cale encourages readers to share their favorite non-game apps on Steam.

AppWizard

May 23, 2026

I just downloaded the viral disco app icon pack on my Pixel — here’s how to get it

Race Johnson showcased app icons with a disco ball effect, termed “discomorphism,” which caught the attention of Android President Sameer Samat. He announced the availability of disco icons for Pixel phones, confirming they are real and ready for download. A recent poll showed mixed opinions on the disco icon pack, with 53% voting it "hot" and 47% "not." To download the disco icons, a Pixel device must be running Android 16 QPR3, which began rolling out in March and is compatible with Pixel models starting from the Pixel 6 series. Users can access the disco icon pack by navigating through their home screen settings. The results of the disco aesthetic may vary among app icons, and the uniform black background may not appeal to everyone.

Winsage

May 21, 2026

The 13 biggest Windows 11 changes from early May — and why they matter for 2026

Microsoft has released several preview builds of Windows 11 as part of the Windows Insider Program in early May 2026, focusing on refining existing functionalities. Key updates include: 1. Taskbar position settings: Users can now reposition the Taskbar to the top, left, or right edges of the screen with build 26300.8493. 2. Modern Run dialog: A redesigned Run dialog was introduced in build 26300.8346, featuring a modern aesthetic and support for light and dark modes. 3. Share interface with suggestions: App suggestions for Azure Active Directory users have been added to the Windows Share interface. 4. File Explorer improvements: Enhancements have been made to address loading issues and improve the "Favorites" section and thumbnail displays. 5. Widgets changes: Default settings for Widgets have been adjusted to minimize distractions, including disabling hover opening and Taskbar badges. 6. Windows Search box with improved results: The search interface will prioritize local apps and files over web results starting with build 26300.8493. 7. New spinner design for core experiences: A unified donut-style spinner animation has been introduced for various core experiences. 8. Touchpad gesture controls: New precision touchpad gestures have been added to adjust scroll and zoom speeds. 9. Home to Pro Education free upgrade: Eligible K-12 organizations can upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Pro Education at no cost. 10. Task Manager with new NPU visibility: The Task Manager now includes columns for "NPU" and "NPU Engine" in relevant tabs. 11. Voice Typing on the touch keyboard: The touch keyboard's Voice Typing feature has been updated with a new button and animations. 12. Windows Update overhaul: Users can skip updates during setup and pause updates indefinitely in 35-day blocks starting with build 28020.2134. 13. Shared Audio feature: The new "Shared Audio" feature allows two users to listen to the same audio stream from one computer using Bluetooth LE Audio technology.

Winsage

May 11, 2026

My Windows 11 PC now has the iconic Windows XP taskbar, and it’s weirdly perfect

An enthusiast with a gaming PC featuring an RTX 4070 Ti and 32GB of DDR5 RAM integrated a Windows XP taskbar into their Windows 11 setup using Windhawk, a customization tool. After installing Windhawk, they selected the "WinXP" theme from the "Windows 11 Taskbar Styler" mod, transforming the taskbar into a nostalgic XP version without compromising functionality. Core features like notifications and pinned applications remained intact, and the system tray adopted the XP theme. The user also explored various other mods, including real-time CPU and RAM usage display, a middle-click application close feature, and a volume control center on the taskbar, enhancing their personalized computing experience.