Apps & Games news for Desktop Android

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06 Jun 2025

Monopoly GO Lands on Desktops via Bluestacks Emulator

Enjoy the popular board game Monopoly GO on your PC using Bluestacks, an Android emulator. Seamlessly transition from mobile to desktop to maintain your game progress while experiencing a new gaming dimension.

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02 Jun 2025

Azahar Update Enhances 3DS Emulation on Android Devices

Azahar 2122 Alpha 1 delivers major performance improvements in 3DS emulation, enhancing gameplay for titles like Luigi’s Mansion 2. Available via public beta, the update streamlines the setup process for Android users, though impacts older CPUs.

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30 May 2025

Google TV Enhances Sleep Timer Features for Better Night Viewing

Google TV users may soon enjoy an improved sleep timer feature. Updates suggest enhanced functionality, allowing easy management of timers. These updates aim to boost user experience for those seeking to avoid all-night streaming.

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22 May 2025

Google Announces Desktop Windowing Feature for Android 16

At Google I/O 2025, Google reveals Android 16's desktop windowing feature aimed at enhancing user experience on larger screens. This development focuses on adaptive design and app scalability, ensuring seamless functionality and improved flexibility for developers and users alike.

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21 May 2025

Enhancements in Google's Android Desktop Mode Emerge

Google is advancing its Android Desktop mode with Samsung, enhancing multi-window support and integrating resizable app windows, reminiscent of Classic DeX.

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21 May 2025

Automotive Advancements at Google I/O Drive Future Growth

At Google I/O 2025, updates to Android Automotive OS enhance driving experience. Gemini AI introduces natural voice controls, creating safer driving. These innovations aim at expanding the automotive tech frontier.

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21 May 2025

Google Enhances App Rating Process on Google TV

Google expands its Play In-App Review API to Google TV, enabling seamless app rating and review via remote control or a connected device.

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04 May 2025

Google Enhances Setup Experience for Google TV Users

Google simplifies Google TV setup for Android users, removing the need for extra apps. Streamlined connections, faster downloads, and improved smart home integration debut on Hisense TVs.

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14 Apr 2025

Tsukuyomi: New Roguelike Game Set to Launch on Multiple Platforms

COLOPL and Kazuma Kaneko partner to release Tsukuyomi: The Divine Hunter, a card creation roguelike game for PC, iOS, and Android. The game, launching this spring, features an elite group on a mission in Tokyo, integrating deckbuilding and turn-based combat.

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14 Apr 2025

Localization Streamlined with Android Studio Plugin

Localization is made simple with the Android Studio Translation Plugin, enhancing workflow, translation, and app development processes.

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14 Apr 2025

Exploring Android Gaming Options on PC Platforms

Uncover the methods and tools that allow Android games to run on PCs, featuring Google Play Games, Bluestacks, and Gameloop.

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09 Apr 2025

Intel's Unison Set to Wind Down by June 2025, Affecting Users

Intel plans to shut down its Unison app by June 2025, impacting users who rely on its features for Android and iOS devices. Windows 11 users are advised to switch to Windows Phone Link, though it lacks some Unison functionalities.

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01 Apr 2025

Google Expands Android Games to Windows PCs with New Beta

Google introduces a beta program enhancing Android game compatibility on PCs. This initiative lets users play thousands of mobile games on Windows with keyboard and mouse support, also bringing some PC games like Disco Elysium to Android.

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01 Apr 2025

Android Games Expand to AMD PCs, Enhancing Gaming Scope

Google broadens Android game access to AMD PCs via Google Play Games. AMD users can enjoy Android games on Windows with new features. GDC reveals more.

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01 Apr 2025

Google Expands Access to Android Games on PCs via Play Games

Google is enhancing Play Games, adding more Android games to PCs by default. The expansion comes with new features and partnerships, aiming to streamline and broaden accessibility for gamers worldwide.

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01 Apr 2025

Google Expands Android Gaming to Windows PCs

Google enhances Android Gaming by bringing games to Windows PCs through Play Games, offering better developer support and new features.

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01 Apr 2025

Google Expands Gaming Horizon with New Updates at GDC 2025

Google unveils enhancements at GDC 2025, bringing PC games to mobile via Android and boosting performance with Vulkan. Play Games on PC to launch with expanded features.

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01 Apr 2025

Google Play Games Expands to All Android Titles on PC

Google Play Games will now support all Android games on PC, expanding from a limited selection. A new badge system will guide users on PC compatibility. This move aims to enhance the gaming experience across platforms.

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01 Apr 2025

Google Expands Gaming Options Across PC and Mobile Platforms

Google enhances gaming by integrating more Android games on PCs and vice versa at GDC. New features include Play Points, customizable controls, and multi-account support for titles like Dredge and others.

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03 Mar 2025

Beeper Rolls Out Enhanced Apps for iOS and Desktop

Beeper unveils beta versions of updated desktop and iOS apps after revamping its Android app. Designed to be faster and visually appealing, these apps bring enhanced design and functionality. Future updates promise on-device encryption and multi-account support.

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27 Feb 2025

Google Play Enhances Gaming Experience with PC Beta Features

Google Play introduces remappable controls and framerate options in its PC beta, enhancing the gaming experience for Android games. Users can now customize settings per game, aiming to bridge the gap between mobile and PC gaming performance.

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27 Feb 2025

Seamless Android Gaming on PC with Enhanced Controls

Experience Android gaming on PC with optimized controls via emulators like Google Play Games, featuring customizable remapping options and FPS adjustments.

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27 Feb 2025

Google Play Enhances PC Gaming Experience with New Features

Google Play Games on PC now supports keyboard remapping, allowing personalized control setups and improved gaming experiences. Explore enhanced touch input mapping and FPS adjustments for Android games.

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18 Sep 2024

Google Updates YouTube App for Android TV with New Dual-Purpose Button

Google has updated the YouTube app for Android TV, introducing a new dual-purpose button that combines the 'like' and 'dislike' functionalities into a single interface. This change replaces the previous separate buttons and allows users to express their sentiments through a mini pop-up menu.

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06 Sep 2024

PiMyLifeUp Enables Android Apps on Raspberry Pi with Waydroid Integration

PiMyLifeUp has introduced a method to run Android apps on Raspberry Pi using Waydroid, enabling full hardware access and smooth operation. This innovation allows Android apps to function as native Linux applications. Adafruit supports enthusiasts with weekly events, tutorials, and products.

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21 Aug 2024

Reliance Jio Expands JioTV+ App to Android TV, Apple TV, and Fire TV

Reliance Jio has expanded its JioTV+ app to Android TV, Apple TV, and Fire TV devices. Previously exclusive to Jio's set-top box, the app now offers over 800 live TV channels and integrates with 13+ OTT platforms. An active JioFiber or JioAirFiber connection and a JioTV+ subscription are required.

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09 Aug 2024

Google Enhances Android Desktop Mode in Latest Beta, Multitasking Improved

Google is enhancing Android's desktop mode, as seen in the Android 15 Beta 4.1 release. A new "Desktop" button in the 'Recents' view allows for app minimization, maximization, and side-by-side arrangement. This feature may extend to large-display tablets but remains under development with no imminent release.

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