Shake ups and shufflings: some thoughts on the new Apple

If there’s one thing that really came as a surprise this month, it’s certainly not the iPad mini, or any other product announcement, but the executives shake up and shuffling at Apple. SVP of Retail John Browett is gone, and that’s a good thing, and really, hardly a surprise. The biggest surprise was that he was hired in the first place. The real bombshell in yesterday’sabrupt announcementis the departure of SVP of iOS Software,Scott Forstall....

August 16, 2025 · 9 min · 1747 words · Valerie Barnett

Sony Xperia 5 V vs Xperia 5 IV: What's the difference?

Sony Xperia 5 IV Despite being about a year old, the Sony Xperia 5 IV is still a fantastic phone. For compact phones, it remains one of the best you’re able to get your hands on, and it’s worth hanging onto if you already own one, as the Xperia 5 V doesn’t quite do enough to require an immediate upgrade. The Sony Xperia 5 V is here! The latest high-end smartphone has arrived from Sony, so it’s time to look at how it compares to the Sony Xperia 5 IV....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1149 words · Andrew Blair

Star Wars 8 Will Give Kylo Ren a New TIE Fighter

Until the firstStar Wars 8 trailersurfaces, presumably at some point over the next few months, all we have is a slew of speculation regarding a number of story points. Earlier today, we reported about the avian creatures that inhabit the sacred land of Ahch-to with Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), which may or may not be creatures known as “convorees” that were featured in the animated showsStar Wars: The Clone WarsandStar Wars Rebels....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 548 words · Samuel Johnston

Star Wars Artist Reveals Double-Decker Star Destroyer Cut from The Rise of Skywalker

Some brand new, unused concept art fromThe Rise of Skywalkerhas surfaced online. The image comes from Lucasfilm VP and Executive Creative Director Doug Chiang and it shows us a double-decker Star Destroyer quite unlike anything we’ve seen in the franchise before. This would have provided the First Order with something new and menacing, had it not ended up on the cutting room floor. Doug Chiang, not infrequently, will share concept art from various Star Wars projects that either didn’t make the cut or offer us a new look at something familiar....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 460 words · Jonathan Myers

The 5 Best-Rated Milwaukee Power Tools You Can Buy At Home Depot

The 5 Best-Rated Milwaukee Power Tools You Can Buy At Home Depot We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Founded in 1924, Milwaukee is one of America’s oldest and most trusted tool manufacturers. Construction professionals and home repair hobbyists alike have used the company’s tools for almost a century, and it’s clear why. Milwaukee’s build quality and ergonomic designs are superb. The company manufactures top-tier plug-in tools, but the M12 and M18 battery systems used in its cordless devices are among the best....

August 16, 2025 · 7 min · 1318 words · Richard Marshall

The best gadgets in The Finals

There are countless ways to customize your Loadout in The Finals, from your Weapon to unique Specializations. Contestants can also bring 3 Gadgets to alter the tide of battle. With this in mind, let me show you the best Gadgets in The Finals. Related:Is The Finals a Battle Royale? What are Gadgets in The Finals? Players can select 3 Gadgets to take into each match inThe Finals. Many of these are Class-specific, although a few Gadgets are available to everyone....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 809 words · Lisa Garza

The FCC Has Big Plans To Restore Net Neutrality

The FCC Has Big Plans To Restore Net Neutrality The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is looking to restore the regulations that would level the playing field for internet service providers and pave the way for a fair and open internet. According to the proposals championed by FCC Chairperson Jessica Rosenworcel, wired and mobile data service providers such as Comcast, Verizon, and AT&T should be treated in the same fashion as telephone services or those governing water and power access, all of which fall in the category of essential services....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Latoya Gomez

The Moto G Stylus And Moto G 5G Give You A Wild Amount For Under $300 Apiece

The Moto G Stylus And Moto G 5G Give You A Wild Amount For Under $300 Apiece Motorola is expanding its Moto G family in North America with two new affordable devices that punch well above their price tags. Those would be the 2023 refreshes of the Moto G Stylus and Moto G 5G. Each will ship with some of the purestAndroid 13installations you can ask for, but Motorola spiced the software up with other fun attractions....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 679 words · Katelyn Abbott

The Witches Festival in The Elder Scrolls Online Begins Tomorrow

Tomorrow, October 13th will mark the beginning ofElder Scrolls Online’sThe Witches Festival, a seasonal event for players of the MMO that will run until November 1st. The event begins at 10 AM EST sharp. Tamriel’s ancient autumn tradition, The Witches Festival, arrives on the 13thof Frostfall (October 13th), and so begins an annual clash of sorcery and religion. For the remainder of the month, demonologists, conjurors, lamias, warlocks, and thaumaturgists will convene in secret locations throughout the wilds of Tamriel to engage in all manner of incantations, invocations, and conjurations, and the profane creatures they create or summon may plague Tamriel for eons!...

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Kimberly Smith

These 7 Apple TV+ shows are an immediate must watch

WhenApplefirst rolled out its streaming subscription service, it did so in a crowded landscape that made some wonder how it would compete withbiggies like Netflix or Hulu. However, now thatApple TV+has established itself, it’s got a real foothold in the market thanks to some fantastic TV shows. The service keeps rolling out show after show that is worth watching to the point where now it can be hard to know what exactly to spend your time on....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1194 words · Philip Fernandez

Tiny Home Security Tech: Protecting Your Compact Dwelling From Unwanted Visitors

Tiny Home Security Tech: Protecting Your Compact Dwelling From Unwanted Visitors We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Tiny homes are currently the most interesting development in residential architecture by far. Developed as a response to both homelessness and home prices, a tiny home can be your main residence, a summer cottage, or a second separate residence on your main home’s property. Some tiny homes are so small they can be towed away....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 1050 words · Stephanie Williams

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands showcases pre-order bonuses in a new Twitter post

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands releases this week, and the teams at Gearbox and 2K Games are ramping up towards the launch of the latest entry in the Borderlands franchise. Unsurprisingly, there was another social media post building anticipation of the game’s release this Friday. On Monday, March 21, the team atGearboxlet players know they only have a few days left to secure the Golden Hero Armor Pack for Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands. This lustrous armor set is exclusive to players who pre-purchase Wonderlands before its launch on March 25....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 290 words · James Grant

Titan Army N32SQ Plus Curved Gaming Monitor: My Experience

Over the years, I’ve used many monitors while gaming, and the technology has advanced significantly. Recently,Titan Armyreached out to offer up theirTitan Army N32SQ Plus Curved Gaming Monitor. I spent a week conquering the gaming world with my sleek newcurvedTitan Army before sharing my thoughts. Titan Army N32SQ Plus Curved Gaming Monitor Specs Specification Screen Size Curved Gaming Monitor Resolution Refresh Rate Resolution (pixels) QHD 2560 x 1440 Panel Type Frameless VA Adaptive Sync Color Coverage 95% DCI-P3...

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 654 words · Lisa Kelly