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11 Nov 2025

Launch Wake Lock Metric on Google Play Set for 2026

Google targets apps with Wakelocks on Google Play by 2026, aims to improve battery performance.

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11 Nov 2025

Play Store v48.8 Enables Remote App Uninstall

Google Play Store's new v48.8 update lets users remotely uninstall apps on linked Android devices, enhancing security and convenience.

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11 Nov 2025

Google Revamps Android Song Search with Gemini-Inspired UI

Google updates song search on Android, unifying design with AI modes to improve user experience, rolling out gradually.

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11 Nov 2025

Arc Raiders Sells Over 4 Million Copies, Sets Player Record

Arc Raiders hits 4 million sales, breaks Steam player record. Nexon's biggest global launch.

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11 Nov 2025

Google Adds Remote Uninstall Feature to Play Store

Google's Play Store update simplifies app removals for Android users through a new uninstall button.

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11 Nov 2025

Google Play Adds Rewards for Free Fire League Players

Google Play adds leaderboard rewards for Free Fire players until 2023-11-23.

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11 Nov 2025

Bandai Namco Tops Patent Strength Ranking in Japan

Bandai Namco leads Japanese patent rankings, surpassing Sony. Notable patents boost performance.

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11 Nov 2025

Bethesda Adds Creations Bundle to Fallout 4 Amid Criticism

Bethesda's Creations Bundle for Fallout 4 faces issues: player reports of crashes and missing content.

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11 Nov 2025

Bungie Embraces 'Extraction Shooter' Label Despite Criticism

Bungie sticks with 'Extraction shooter' term for Marathon, despite criticism from former director Chris Sides over its clarity in distinguishing games.

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11 Nov 2025

Google Tightens Wake-lock Policy for Android Apps

Google is enforcing a stricter wake-lock policy for Android apps to curb battery drain. This will take effect on 2026-03-01 impacting Play Store visibility.

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11 Nov 2025

Google Play to Highlight Apps with Excessive Wakelocks Starting 2026

Google Play Store to warn users of battery-draining apps using excessive wakelocks, effective 2026-03-01.

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11 Nov 2025

Play Store Update Simplifies Remote App Management

Google Play Store v48.8 now allows users to uninstall apps remotely, enhancing multi-device management.

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11 Nov 2025

Google's Find Hub Adds Distance Units Setting

Google's Find Hub update 3.1.458 introduces new distance units setting and expanded device compatibility.

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11 Nov 2025

Google, Samsung Flag Battery-Draining Wake Locks in Apps

Google and Samsung flag Android apps with excessive wake locks. Impact: Potential penalties on the Play Store from 2026-03-01.

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11 Nov 2025

GameHub Adds Steam Support on Android via Play Store

GameHub, from GameSir, expands Steam compatibility on Android via Google Play, enhancing gaming access.

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11 Nov 2025

Google Play Adds Battery Warning for Apps

Google warns Android users if apps drain battery. New battery warning starts on 2026-03-01.

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11 Nov 2025

Steam's Animal Fest 2025 Offers Unique PC Game Deals Until 2023-11-17

Animal Fest 2025 on Steam offers significant discounts on animal-themed PC games, running until 2023-11-17.

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11 Nov 2025

Arcane Trigger Offers Free Steam Demo with Unique Bullet System

Arcane Trigger, a retro wizard shooter by MiniWhale and Anotherindie, releases a free demo on Steam, featuring a unique bullet-building system.

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11 Nov 2025

Google's New Battery Policy to Penalize Apps with High Drain

Google updates Play Store policies to target apps causing battery drain, effective 2026. Apps may face reduced visibility and warnings.

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11 Nov 2025

PC Gamer's Top 2025 Reviews: Games That Made the Cut

PC Gamer reveals top games of 2025, highlighting scoring criteria and surprises in reviews.

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11 Nov 2025

Vulnerability Patched in Triofox Platform Exploited by Hackers

Mandiant reveals n-day attacks on Triofox. Patch now for enhanced security.

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11 Nov 2025

SaverTuner Extends Android Battery Life With System-Level Profiles

SaverTuner app enables Android users to optimize battery life by utilizing built-in system power profiles, reducing overnight standby drain.

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11 Nov 2025

Bazzite: An Alternative to Windows for Gamers

Bazzite offers a gaming-centric OS alternative to Windows 10, appealing to Steam users but with limitations in creative apps and game services.

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11 Nov 2025

Tailside: Cozy Cafe Sim Releases on Steam 2026-01-21

Tailside launches on Steam January 21, 2026. Players manage a cozy café featuring fluffy creatures.

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11 Nov 2025

Resident Evil 4 Remake Hits Lowest Price at $16.79

Resident Evil 4 remake is on sale for $16.79 until 2025-11-16. Enhancements include updated visuals and gameplay. Secure this deal now.

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10 Nov 2025

Discover Hidden Windows 11 Apps Enhancing Productivity

Explore free, overlooked Windows 11 apps boosting productivity in 2025 without ads or upsells.

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10 Nov 2025

d7vk Enhances Linux Gaming with D3D7 Compatibility

d7vk adapts Direct3D 7 for Linux via Vulkan, expanding classic game support under Wine.

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10 Nov 2025

Find Top Android Deals on Black Friday App Discounts

Discover top Android deals this Black Friday with discounts on popular apps and games, impacting global users. Explore new lows in prices.

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10 Nov 2025

Straftat Expands with Bazaar Update and New Music

Straftat's Bazaar update adds 50+ maps and 12 new music tracks, enhancing player options.

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10 Nov 2025

Sora Tops Google Play as Most Downloaded Free App

OpenAI's Sora app surpasses ChatGPT on Google Play, reaching 470,000 downloads as key AI features like video creation expand accessibility.

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