Apple has introduced an extra confirmation step when App Store users purchase an app available on a subscription basis or tap to subscribe to a premium service in an app, making sure no accidental subscription purchases occur. The new subscription feature was highlighted on Twitter by developer David Barnard this […]
Announcing Windows Server vNext Insider Preview Build 18356.1
Hello Windows Insiders! Today we are pleased to release a new Insider build of the Windows Server VNext Semi-Annual Channel release. Windows Server vNext Semi-Annual Preview The Server Core Edition is available in the 18 supported Server languages in ISO format and in English only in VHDX format. Windows Server […]
How to Light an Interview for a Dark and Dramatic Look
Shooting interviews is the bread and butter for a lot of videographers, especially those who work in the commercial sector, from in-house corporate communications and internal marketing, to brand awareness and customer testimonials. Most of these setups would require high-key or fairly neutral lighting styles, but what if the client […]
The Second Beta of Android 17
Posted by Matthew McCullough, VP Product Management, Android Developer Today we’re releasing the second beta of Android 17, continuing our work to build a platform that prioritizes privacy, security, and refined performance. This update delivers a range of new capabilities, including the EyeDropper API and a privacy-preserving Contacts Picker. We’re […]
Making AI agents more helpful for Android apps
Posted by Matthew McCullough, VP of Product Management, Android Development User expectations for AI on their devices are fundamentally shifting how they interact with their apps. Instead of opening apps to do tasks step-by-step, they’re asking AI to do the heavy lifting for them. In this new interaction model, success […]
Hob Coming To Switch, Torchlight II Coming To Consoles
Today at PAX East, it was announced that popular porting company Panic Button is porting Hob, the action-adventure game from Runic Games. In addition, Panic Button is also porting Torchlight II, also from Runic Games, to unspecified consoles also in the future. Hob is already available on PlayStation 4 and […]









