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April 5, 2026

New Copilot for Windows 11 includes a full Microsoft Edge package, uses more RAM

A new iteration of Copilot is being released for Windows 11, transitioning from native code (WinUI) to web components and including a full version of Microsoft Edge. The update replaces the previous native app and is available for download through the Microsoft Store, which now requires an installer similar to the Microsoft Edge installer. The new Copilot resembles the web version and has higher RAM usage, consuming up to 500MB in the background and nearly 1GB during use, compared to less than 100MB for the previous version. The new Copilot is a hybrid web application that operates with a rebranded instance of Edge within a WebView2 container, including a complete Microsoft Edge installation that occupies approximately 850 MB. It contains the msedge.dll file, confirming the presence of a full Chromium browser engine, and includes Edge subsystems like Browser Helper Objects and Trust Protection Lists. The Copilot app functions as a web app rendered via WebView2, raising questions about the necessity of such applications on Windows 11 given the existing alternatives.

AppWizard

March 25, 2026

Google Tests Unified Gemini Interface On Android

Google is experimenting with a streamlined interface for its Gemini assistant on Android devices, aiming to reduce clutter and enhance consistency. The redesigned sidebar includes a dedicated Settings & Help section, organizes key items like Scheduled Actions and Notebooks, and features collapsible sections for tidiness. The header has been compacted to create a more spacious typing area. The app now prominently displays the last-used extension, enhancing transparency about the tools utilized for user queries. The model switcher has been relocated to the app header, decluttering the input area and defaulting to the “Fast” model for most queries. These changes are part of a broader effort to unify the Gemini experience across app and web platforms, with the Google app version 17.11.54 beta indicating a phased rollout of these features.

AppWizard

March 25, 2026

A cleaner, unified Gemini interface could be coming to your Android phone

Google is testing enhancements for the Gemini Android app to replicate the user-friendly interface of its web version, including a "Settings & help" menu. The latest beta release, version 17.11.54, features a user interface similar to the mobile web version, with planned additions like "Scheduled actions," "My stuff," and a new Notebooks section. Gemini will also show the last-used extension in the query header and may relocate the model switcher to the app header to declutter the input field. Updated icons for the feedback row are also being introduced.

AppWizard

February 20, 2026

Messenger web users will be redirected to Facebook.com for chats

Meta will close its standalone Messenger website, messenger.com, in April 2026, redirecting users to facebook.com/messages for web-based messaging. Users without Facebook accounts will lose access to web messaging and must use the Messenger mobile app. Following the discontinuation of Messenger desktop applications for Windows and Mac, web messaging will require a Facebook account login. Users who accessed Messenger via a standalone phone number will be limited to mobile devices. Chat history can be recovered if a backup PIN was created; a reset option is available for forgotten PINs. Meta has communicated these changes through pop-up notifications, and there is user frustration, particularly among those who deactivated their Facebook accounts but used Messenger on the web. The consolidation is part of Meta's strategy to streamline messaging services and reduce operational overhead, following a trend of reintegrating Messenger features back into the Facebook app.

AppWizard

February 20, 2026

Meta to shut down Messenger website in April

Meta will discontinue the standalone web version of Messenger (messenger.com) in April 2026, redirecting users to facebook.com/messages for messaging activities. The separate Messenger desktop application has already been discontinued as of October the previous year. Users without a Facebook account can still use the Messenger mobile app, and chat history can be restored across platforms using a PIN. This consolidation aims to streamline services and enhance operational efficiency.

AppWizard

February 19, 2026

Meta to Close Messenger Website messengercom in April 2026 | Ukraine news

Meta will retire the standalone website for Messenger on April 2026, requiring users to log into Facebook to access the web interface. After this date, users will be redirected to facebook.com/messages for messaging on computers. The mobile app will remain the only option for users without a Facebook account. Users can restore chat history using a PIN, with a reset option available for forgotten PINs. This change follows the discontinuation of desktop Messenger applications for Windows and Mac. Meta has not commented on this transition.

AppWizard

February 17, 2026

Meta to Close Messenger.com Website in April 2026 | Ukraine news

Meta will close its standalone Messenger.com site in April 2026, after which users will be redirected to Facebook Messenger for messaging. Accessing messages through a browser will require a Facebook account, while those without an account can still use the mobile Messenger app. Users are advised to evaluate their communication methods and familiarize themselves with the Facebook Messenger interface in preparation for the transition.

AppWizard

February 17, 2026

Meta shutting down Messenger.com website in April, forces Facebook redirect

Meta will discontinue the Messenger.com service in April 2026, following the retirement of the standalone Messenger desktop app on December 15, 2025. Users will be redirected to facebook.com/messages for desktop messaging. The Messenger mobile app will remain available without a Facebook account. This change is part of Meta's strategy to integrate Messenger back into Facebook, a trend that has been ongoing since 2023.

AppWizard

February 13, 2026

Android users get Rumble’s short-video feed after Google Play OK

Rumble has received approval for Rumble Shorts on Google Play, allowing Android users to access short-form vertical videos starting February 13, 2026. The web version launched on February 4, 2026, and the company plans to submit the mobile version to the Apple App Store next week. RUM shares declined by 2.11%, reflecting a broader trend among peers. Historical market reactions to Rumble's announcements have been mixed, with the web launch resulting in a -6.47% reaction and a +4.84% increase following a proposed business combination with Northern Data.

AppWizard

February 12, 2026

Instagram app crashing within seconds of opening on Android for many [U: Widespread again]

The Instagram app for Android is experiencing significant crashing issues, particularly related to beta version 417.0.0.0.73, causing frustration among users who report the app force-closing within seconds of launching. Problems began two days ago with crashes when liking comments and escalated to the app failing to launch. Users have encountered the error message “Something went wrong with Instagram” and have reported their photo grids disappearing, despite everything being intact on the web version. Clearing the cache provides only temporary relief, and standard troubleshooting methods have not resolved the issues. Many users are unable to disable the Early Access toggle due to errors. Meta has not yet acknowledged these problems publicly. Some users are considering installing an older APK file as a temporary solution.