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Telegram Trolls France On World Cup 2026 Exit; The Reason Is Not Football At All
AppWizard
July 17, 2026

Telegram Trolls France On World Cup 2026 Exit; The Reason Is Not Football At All

Spain defeated France 2-0 in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026, advancing to the finals. Telegram Messenger expressed schadenfreude over France's exit, tweeting "BYE BYE" with a match result screenshot. Pavel Durov, Telegram's co-founder, faced legal issues in France, including a preliminary investigation into criminal activities involving Telegram, his detention in August 2024, indictment on 12 charges, and a subsequent policy change regarding user data sharing with authorities. Durov characterized his arrest as politically motivated, while Elon Musk criticized the situation, questioning the scrutiny faced by tech leaders.
Two PC freebies are the perfect weekend night spooks to complete in one night
AppWizard
July 12, 2026

Two PC freebies are the perfect weekend night spooks to complete in one night

Indie developer Crux Game Studios is offering two free games, Within and Decrypt, available for download on Itch.io until July 13. Within is a 30-minute game where players control Maya, who confronts nightmarish foes to rescue her brother, Nikil. Decrypt is a sci-fi survival-horror game that takes about an hour to complete, where players investigate a missing cargo ship and uncover a sinister reality.
15 indie games we saw during the Big Indie Pitch at NAGIS that you've got to check out
AppWizard
July 2, 2026

15 indie games we saw during the Big Indie Pitch at NAGIS that you’ve got to check out

The Big Indie Pitch event recently took place in Canada, showcasing indie developers and their PC and console games. Sponsored by Xsolla, the event featured a speed-dating format where developers presented their games to a panel of industry experts for five minutes. This format allowed for feedback and insights from professionals in publishing, scouting, and media. The event attracted developers at various project stages and served as a networking opportunity. The pitching sessions are a staple of Pocket Gamer Connects conferences and other gaming events worldwide. Interested participants can visit the Big Indie Pitch website for information on future events.
Android 17's best new features
BetaBeacon
June 29, 2026

Android 17’s best new features

Bubbles enable better multitasking on mobile devices by allowing users to turn apps into floating windows that can be moved and resized.
Intego's 'super strong' antivirus has a World Cup price cut – and it's one of the best Mac security suites we've tested
Tech Optimizer
June 18, 2026

Intego’s ‘super strong’ antivirus has a World Cup price cut – and it’s one of the best Mac security suites we’ve tested

Intego's antivirus solution is recommended for Mac protection and is currently offering a 50% discount on all Intego One plans, allowing users to access the comprehensive package for £2.50 per month for the first two years. It ranks second in the best Mac antivirus solutions and caters to various user needs, from basic protection to extensive security features. The Intego Mac Security X9 suite has received high praise for its antivirus capabilities, with a perfect score of 6 out of 6 from AV-Test for protection, performance, and usability in March 2026. The limited-time offer is available until July 2nd, 2026.
Norton 360 Deluxe 'is perfect if you are looking for family protection' especially in this major sale – and performs with near perfect score in testing
Tech Optimizer
June 18, 2026

Norton 360 Deluxe ‘is perfect if you are looking for family protection’ especially in this major sale – and performs with near perfect score in testing

Norton 360 Deluxe is a comprehensive antivirus software package that includes features such as a parental control app, a virtual private network (VPN), a password manager, scam protection, and cloud backup capabilities. The current promotional price for the first-year subscription is £29.99, reduced from £89.99, representing a 67% discount. It offers 50GB of cloud backup, a secure password manager, a scam detector for analyzing suspicious communications, and a SafeCam feature for webcam protection. The School Time control feature helps parents restrict access to certain websites during study time.
silver Android smartphone
AppWizard
June 15, 2026

SNES Exclusive Trilogy Officially Getting New Re-Release This Month

A trilogy of SNES-exclusive titles will be released on PC via Steam on June 29, featuring Dokapon Kingdom IV: The Legendary Heroes, Dokapon 3-2-1: Arashi o Yobu Yuujou, and Dokapon Gaiden: Flame no Audition. This collection will only support the Japanese language and is the first time it will be available outside Japan. The games will include enhancements such as save/load functionality, a rewind feature, and adjustable game speeds. The Steam page does not currently provide a price or details on compatibility with the Steam Deck. Another SNES title, Soccer Kid, will launch on June 18.
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