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AppWizard

December 22, 2025

4 Ways To Use Android Apps On Your Mac Or PC

You can access Android apps on your PC or Mac through various methods. 1. Phone Link: Windows 11 allows you to sync your Android phone with your PC using the Phone Link app, enabling you to send texts, make calls, browse photos, and launch Android apps. To set it up, both devices must be on the same Wi-Fi network, and you need to install the Link to Windows app on your Android device. 2. Google Play Games: This desktop application lets you play Android games on Windows. Minimum requirements include Windows 10, 10GB SSD storage, 8GB RAM, and Intel UHD Graphics 630. You can download it from the Google Play Games website. 3. MuMuPlayer: An Android emulator that recreates the Android OS environment on your computer. It requires Windows 7 or later, a quad-core i5-7500 CPU, 4GB RAM, and 2GB free disk space. You can download and install it, then access the Play Store to run Android apps. 4. ScrCpy: An open-source tool for mirroring and controlling your Android screen on your computer via a wired connection. You need to enable Developer options and USB debugging on your Android phone, then connect it to your computer and run ScrCpy to mirror the screen. Each method has specific requirements and setup instructions.

BetaBeacon

October 26, 2025

Android Auto Games Are Back After Brief Disappearance

GameSnacks disappeared from Android Auto apps, causing concern that it was intentionally removed. However, it was just a temporary visibility issue. To get the games back, update Android Auto to version 15.3 or higher, reconnect to the car, and ensure GameSnacks is enabled in Customize Launcher. This is important for in-car entertainment as it provides approved mini-games for idle time. Google is focusing on car-friendly content that is safe and not distracting.

AppWizard

September 24, 2025

Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 review – the 10-year battery life keyboard

The Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 features a built-in solar panel that allows it to operate indefinitely without charging. It has a full-size layout, dimensions of 430 x 141 x 16 mm, and weighs 707g. The keyboard connects via 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth, and uses scissor switches. It lacks backlighting and has screen-printed legends that may wear over time. The battery can last up to four months in total darkness and potentially up to 10 years with regular light exposure. It is priced at .99 / £99.99 and can connect to three Bluetooth devices simultaneously.

AppWizard

September 17, 2025

Save $30 on this small Razer wireless gaming mouse, perfect for traveling

The Razer Orochi V2 is a wireless travel mouse priced at .99, currently available at a 43% discount. It features a compact design, lightweight shell (60g), and an 18K optical sensor with adjustable sensitivity up to 18,000 DPI. The mouse has built-in memory profiles for saving settings, offers up to 950 hours of battery life over Bluetooth, and up to 425 hours with HyperSpeed wireless connection, powered by a single AA or AAA battery. It is available for £43.99 in the UK.

AppWizard

June 18, 2025

Android Auto™ Compatibility Now Available to Lucid Air Owners

North American and European owners of the Lucid Air can now connect their Android smartphones to their vehicles as of June 16, 2025, through an over-the-air update to Lucid OS 2.7.0. This update enables access to Android Auto, allowing users to utilize their preferred smartphone applications for maps, media, and messaging on the Lucid Air's 34-inch Glass Cockpit, either via USB or wirelessly. To use Android Auto, owners need an Android phone running version 9.0 or higher, an active data plan, and a compatible USB cable, with wireless connection available for Android 11 or higher. Compatibility for Lucid Gravity owners is expected soon.

BetaBeacon

May 21, 2025

Google’s best-kept secret needs to be a standard Android 16 feature — and it could be game changing

The text discusses the potential for smart glasses to be used as a monitor for Android desktop mode, making a stronger case for their adoption.

AppWizard

May 6, 2025

How to browse your Android storage on Windows 11 without any USB cables

The latest update to Windows 11 allows Android users to wirelessly access their device's storage directly from File Explorer. To connect an Android device to Windows 11, users need to enable access in the Settings app, download the Link to Windows app if prompted, and confirm the connection using a QR code and verification code. Once connected, users can browse their Android storage through File Explorer, view storage usage, and access various folders like Cameras, Documents, and more. The recycle bin on the Android device will display deleted files for up to 30 days.

AppWizard

August 21, 2024

How to send files between Windows and Android using Link to Windows – gHacks Tech News

Link to Windows is a free app by Microsoft for Android that allows seamless file transfer between Android devices and Windows PCs running Windows 10 or 11. The app utilizes the operating system's built-in share feature and requires both devices to be online. File transfers occur over Wi-Fi by default, but Android users can enable mobile data for cellular transfers. The Phone Link app on PC enables management of certain Android device features, allowing users to browse photos, although it does not support bulk actions. To set up Link to Windows, users must download the app, sign in using a QR code, and grant access to specific features. The setup must be repeated for additional devices.

Winsage

May 26, 2024

HyperX offers some of the best-value gaming mice with up to 100 hours battery life and 26000 DPI sensitivity

- The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless gaming mouse is priced at .99, while the Pulsefire Haste 2 Mini Wireless is priced at .99. - Both models offer thumb-accessible buttons, DPI adjustments, and RGB lighting on the mouse wheel. - The Haste 2 Wireless has a battery life of up to 100 hours with a replaceable AAA battery, while the Haste 2 Mini Wireless has the same battery life but charges via a USB-C port. - The NGENUITY software allows for extensive customization of RGB lighting, button remapping, and DPI presets. - Both mice are recommended for their performance, customization, and value for gamers and professional users.