Quick Links Summary iOS 18 overhauls the Control Center you use to interact with many iPhone functions. you may now resize, move, and group controls. For the first time, third-party apps can even provide their own controls. Here’s what’s new and how to make the most of it. Control Center Gets a Major Revamp Control Center ships with multiple pages, but you can delete them for a one-page Control Center like before....

Quick Links MacBooks are premium Apple laptops that often form the hub of work, school, and creative life. Want to take your MacBook to the next level? Add missing features and improve productivity with the right accessories. Expand Connectivity With USB-C Hubs When Apple refreshed the MacBook Pro line in 2021, it added a few features that professionals and fans had talked about for years. On top of MagSafe, the “new” MacBook Pro now has a dedicatedHDMIoutput and an SD-card reader on top of its four built-inUSB-C(Thunderbolt 4) ports....

The automotive world is at a turning point, with several different routes leading towards zero-emissions transportation. While electric vehiclesseem to be leading the charge for now, an enticing alternative comes in the form of hydrogen combustion vehicles. Hydrogen combustion vehicles are exciting for a number of reasons. They promise to provide the same analog thrills that you find in regular combustion vehicles while at the same time emitting mostly water as a byproduct....

Pokémonis one of the most recognizable franchises in all of media, and it’s largely responsible for popularizing the creature-collecting genre (also known as monster-taming or monster-catching). But it’s not the only game doing it. Here’s a list of 12 games that revolve around the core mechanics of creature collecting—only this time, you’re not catching Pokémon. 1Palworld Commonly referred to as “Pokémonwith guns,“Palworldis arguably the biggest competitor toPokémonsinceDigimon. The Pokémon Company and Nintendo seemed to think so too—they filed a lawsuit in 2024 againstPalworld(that’s still ongoing) for alleged patent infringement....

Writer’s block is like the insomnia of the writing world. You want to sleep so badly, but it just won’t come. You would give anything to craft one simple sentence, but your mind is frustratingly blank. You can try to force yourself; take a breath, relax, and free-write whatever comes out; zone out, and wait for something to happen—but nothing works. But there’s a new solution that can help writers and non-writers alike who need a jump start on their work or a nudge in the right direction: AI writing tools....

I use both a MacBook and an iPad on a daily basis, and a lot of the time I use them together as one seamless and complementary system thanks to features like Universal Control, and SideCar. However, there are some things that my Mac (or iPhone) just can’t do as well as my iPad, which is why I’ll always have one of Apple’s tablets as part of my toolkit. The list of things I use my iPad for that would suck on my Mac is lengthy, but I managed to whittle it down to just these five....

Quick Links For some strange reason, the internet seems to be obsessed with running the 1993 classic shooter DOOM on everything with a display or chip inside. This begs the question: is there anything thatcan’trunDOOM? 6NES The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) is a legendary video game console that was originally released in 1983, ten years beforeDOOM. Considering the fact that today’s decade-old consoles and PCs can run many newly released games, it might seem plausible at first that the NES could runDOOM....

Quick Links These productivity-focused apps can be downloaded for free and have subscription options that are either affordable or worth every dollar you spend. Here’s all you need to know about these apps, how much they cost, and if they offer a free trial option. iPhone, Android Free trial Subscription plans Plus ($11.99/month or $119.99/year) AI core ($9.99/month or 95.99/year) Plus & Notion AI ($21.99/month or $214.99/year) Notion (iPhone,Android) is a note-taking and organization app that can be used for personal, professional, or academic purposes....

Quick Links These days, all the different streaming options and add-ons are starting to feel a lot like cable. The prices keep going up, and that’s also true for Sling TV. So, whether you have Sling Blue, Sling Orange, or both, here are a few tips to get the most out of your money. 1Record and Watch Your Favorites With Cloud DVR Sling TV’s DVR feature is similar to most DVR systems from the past, making it easier than ever to record and watch sports, movies, TV series, and more....

Summary CES 2025 turned out to be a monumental showcase for handheld gaming, as several new devices in the segment have been announced. While most attention is focused on theNintendo Switch 2 leaks, a completely different type of handheld caught my eye—the Acer Nitro Blaze 11. The Nitro Blaze 11 Is the Handheld I Never Knew I Needed CES was packed this year, so I wouldn’t blame anyone for missing a few announcements here and there....

Summary The use of artificial intelligence has been increasing across most industries over the past decade or so, and this technology has a lot of potential. However, is AI a fairly new development, or did its roots begin in a much earlier time? Here’s how old AI really is. When Was AI Conceptualized? The idea of machines gaining consciousness, or at least mimicking human behavior, came about a very long time ago....

Apple just unveiled the new line of AirPods at today’s keynote. The AirPods 4 comes in two variants, one with active noise cancelation (ANC) and the other without. Other than ANC, Apple has also added better Siri interactions, USB-C and wireless charging support, and new listening modes. The fourth generation AirPods has a more comfortable fit now thanks to Apple’s extensive analysis of ear shapes using millions of data points. But the big highlight this year is theActive Noise Cancelation, which works with Personalized Spatial Audio mode to create a more immersive listening experience....

Summary The reason why performance-chasers prefer water cooling in their PCs is clear—water transfers heat better than air. But with recent advancements in all-in-one (AIO) water coolers, one can’t help but wonder why some still opt to build custom loops. Why Do People Do Custom Loop Cooling? There are three primary reasons why enthusiasts prefer custom loop cooling over AIOs and high-end air coolers—aesthetics, performance, and customizability. The first reason is pretty self-explanatory, but it’s undeniably true: custom loops are sick!...