My excitement for the Xbox handheld just died

During itsXbox Games Showcaseat Summer Games Fest in June, Microsoft officially announced its entry into the handheld gaming market with theROG Xbox Allyand ROG Xbox Ally X, two new devices developed in partnership with Asus. If you’ve seen an Asus ROG Ally orROG Ally Xbefore, they are similar to those handhelds but feature a new grip design identical to that of an Xbox controller and have a dedicated Xbox button next to the left thumbstick....

June 23, 2025 · 3 min · 526 words · Michael Hunt

Old school gaming meets iPhone case

When I think of an iPhone case, I primarily worry about protection, looks, construction material, and practicality. Typically, these would be the standards by which I grade a case for review, after using them for about a week’s time. Very rarely, if ever, do I worry about the level of fun my iPhone case can produce. Call me a cynic, maybe a realist, but iPhone cases and fun do not typically mix....

June 23, 2025 · 3 min · 440 words · Nicole Miller

Oppo Reno 8 series officially launched in Europe

There’s no shortage of devices appearing in the mid-range, from the likes of theNothing phone (1)through to thePixel 6a- and now Oppo is expanding its own offering in this segment with the European launch of the Oppo Reno 8 family. There are three devices: the Oppo Reno 8, the Reno 8 Pro and the Reno 8 Lite, meaning a full range of price points and specs to pick over. Leading the charge is the Oppo Reno 8 Pro, with a 6....

June 23, 2025 · 2 min · 423 words · Krystal Gonzalez

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup could see a major shake-up

Now that Samsung has unveiled its new foldable devices, including theZ Fold 7,Flip 7, andFlip 7 FE, the rumor mill for next year’sGalaxy S26 seriesis in full swing. Samsung is widely expected to release its next smartphone series early next year. However, a major change is anticipated in the usual lineup. Earlier this year, Samsung launched theGalaxy S25 Edge, its new ultra-slim smartphone, which remains powerful despite its lightweight and thin design....

June 23, 2025 · 3 min · 516 words · Raymond Green

Satellite to cellular: Everything you need to know about satellite communication on smartphones

It’s hard to believe that satellite communication in phones is already a couple of years old - but it’s still in its infancy, very much a new technology that’s going to be pushed alongside other new mobile device features such asAI photographyand of coursefolding displays. Satellite communication promises to free the world of dead spots, meaning you’re always connected to a certain degree. We’re expecting there to be a whole range of terms involved with this new technology, but you can expect to hear about “satellite communication” on the consumer front or “non-terrestrial networks (NTN)” in more technical content - and probably a whole load of other terms too....

June 23, 2025 · 7 min · 1354 words · Tanya Guerrero

Shuttle X 5000TA Touchscreen Nettop Hits Europe

Shuttle X 5000TA Touchscreen Nettop Hits Europe Shuttle Europehave announcedthe all-in-one X 5000TA touchscreen nettop, the European version of the of theShuttle X50, together with their plans to expand the range. The Shuttle X 5000TA packs a 15.6-inch 1,366 x 768 touchscreen, Intel Atom 330 processor and 1GB of memory, despite measuring just 3.6cm thick. OS is Vista Home Basic, and there’s a 160GB hard-drive and 1.3-megapixel webcam, too. Connectivity includes five USB 2....

June 23, 2025 · 4 min · 660 words · Heather Johnson

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Lands on the Last-Gen PS4, Xbox One in September

Respawn Entertainment and EA today announced a launch date for the former current-gen exclusive title Star Wars Jedi: Survivor on last-gen consoles. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor was originally conceived as a next-gen exclusive title that would take advantage of the advanced capabilities of the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC platforms. When the game finally launched in April 2023, it was clear Respawn bit off more than it could chew. Though thegame reviewed wellwhen looking at its story, design, and gameplay, but Star Wars Jedi: Survivor’s presentation was heavily marred by technical issues....

June 23, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Carrie Michael

The World Reacts To Elon Musk Buying Twitter

The World Reacts To Elon Musk Buying Twitter Lo and behold, Elon Musk is about to become thenew ownerof Twitter. As of 2:50 PM Eastern Time today, the SpaceX and Tesla mogul announced an early-stage acquisition of the now privately-held Twitter at roughly $44 billion, and the Internet immediately erupted in response. Leading up to the buyout,Reutersreported on Musk’s tentative plans, heavily suggesting that the time was nigh for an impending Twitter takeover....

June 23, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Gina Mathews

These 7 Automakers Are Teaming Up To Build A Huge Tesla Supercharger Rival In The US

These 7 Automakers Are Teaming Up To Build A Huge Tesla Supercharger Rival In The US In a major fillip to the EV charging network in the U.S., a consortium of seven major automobile brands have come together to create a new EV charging network that could rival Tesla’s. The new charging network — which doesn’t have an official name yet — is backed by a consortium of automakers that includes serious players BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis....

June 23, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Erin Reid

Trio of Huawei P20 schematics show three different models with triple cameras

It’s all the 3’s for the next Huawei flagship, as the company is expected to soon launch three different versions of the P20, each with triple-lens rear cameras and each one will position the lenses in a different way. The schematic drawings, shared via Chinese social site Weibo (and picked up by Phone Arena), refer to the Huawei P20, P20 Plus and P20 Pro, which are slightly different the names seen on a leaked presentation slide that showed the P20, P20 Plus and P20 Lite....

June 23, 2025 · 2 min · 339 words · Diana Goodman

What Happened To Fmovies?

What Happened To Fmovies? In addition to a network of sites, whichACEnotes was “the largest piracy ring in the world,” the local police also shunted the operations of a video hosting service named Vidsrc, which was supposedly run by the same bad actors and served hundreds of other piracy outposts on the worldwide web.TorrentFreakreported that Fmovies became inaccessible earlier this year in July. “We took down the mothership here,” Charles Rivkin, chief of ACE, toldVariety....

June 23, 2025 · 2 min · 401 words · Elizabeth Thomas

What's The Gas Mileage & Towing Capacity Of A Ram 2500 With A 6.4 HEMI Engine?

What’s The Gas Mileage & Towing Capacity Of A Ram 2500 With A 6.4 HEMI Engine? The Ram 2500 is one of the most popular heavy-duty trucks on U.S. roads, and it’s easy to see why. It’s got a distinctive road presence, rugged capabilities, significant towing and payload capacities, and is available in a wide array of trims and configurations. This means there’s a truck for everyone, whether you’re looking for a modest work truck or a decked out luxury model with all the bells and whistles....

June 23, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Angel Murphy

Where to Buy Resources in Starfield

Once you get into crafting in Starfield, a whole new world of possibilities is open for you. You can finally put some use to those seemingly useless loots you got from enemies and from exploring planets through and through. But you might still lack a few key resources sometimes, so your best bet is to simply buy them from certain vendors scattered around the galaxy. Where to Find Resources Merchants in Starfield Resources sellers can be found as early as in New Atlantis, one of the very first locations you’ll visit in Jemison....

June 23, 2025 · 3 min · 462 words · Robert Mercado