Metal Slug Tactics is an arcade reimagining worth playing on Game Pass
Metal Slug Tactics reimagines SNK's classic arcade action game as a turn-based strategy game, but the conversion works surprisingly well.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max has an identity crisis
I love most of the iPhone 16 series, but there's one model I just don't understand: the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
This tiny smart puck can control your smart home without the need for mobile apps
The Linxura Smart Controller isn't without a few quirks, but it's a unique way to control your smart home without the need for your smartphone.
Is the M4 Mac mini Apple’s first true gaming PC?
Apple wants the Mac to become a gaming destination, and it has the perfect machine to take on consoles from Sony and Microsoft in the form of the M4 Mac mini.
What is an EREV? Hybrid electric vehicle tech explained
Scout Motors recently announced two new EREVs -- but what exactly is an EREV, and how does one differ from a traditional plug-in hybrid?
Venom or Bane: Which villain did Tom Hardy play best?
Tom Hardy has crossed from DC to Marvel movies, and now it's time to determine which role he played best: Venom or Bane?
I already damaged my Apple Watch Series 10
I don't think I'm clumsy, and I've never managed to damage an Apple Watch -- until now. Here's the story of the crack on my Apple Watch Series 10 screen.
How HBO’s The Penguin sets the stage for The Batman Part 2 … and can make the sequel even better
With The Penguin nearing its thrilling conclusion, we take a look at how the popular HBO series sets the stage for The Batman Part 2.
I have a theory on how the PS5 Pro could actually outclass PCs
The PS5 Pro is arriving in just a few days, and based on some comments made by Sony, it might outclass a PC in one way.
You Asked: The Editor’s Cut — Is subscription culture out of control?
Explore the rise of subscription culture with You Asked: The Editor’s Cut as we discuss the pros, cons, and future of paying for access over ownership. Is subscription fatigue setting in?
30 years ago, New York City went dark and NBC’s Must See TV shined brightly
In 1994, three of NBC's main sitcoms participated in an ambitious crossover featuring a power outage in NYC. Thirty years later, the gimmick still feels fresh.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s best sidequest puts gender identity front and center
If you only have time to complete one companion quest in Dragon Age: The Veilguard, make sure its Taash's story.
One more year of the iMac Pro being missing in action
The iMac Pro was totally absent from Apple’s October Mac announcements. Is the company still working on releasing a larger iMac, or is it gone for good?
50 years ago, this gonzo horror comedy with a killer score became an instant cult classic
Fifty years after its premiere, this weird horror-comedy became an instant cult classic. Here's why it still has the capacity to shock (and make you hum, too).
3 underrated shows on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in November
One of three underrated shows on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in November 2024 has a great cast but was canceled after one season.
I loved Life is Strange: Double Exposure, but I’m worried about what’s next
Life is Strange: Double Exposure was great, but aspects of its ending leave me worried about where Life is Strange will go next.
5 years ago, the best true crime show of the 2010s went completely unnoticed on Netflix
Five years ago, the best true crime TV show of the 2010s quietly premiered on Netflix. Here's why you should watch it now.
Scout Motors Terra electric truck: everything we know
Scout Motors has been revived, and it has unveiled a new electric truck called the Scout Motors Terra. Here's everything we know so far.
3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (November 1-3)
Call of Duty may be the centerpiece of Xbox Game Pass right now, but there are plenty of other games to check out this weekend.
I did an iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro camera test. It’s a close one
The iPhone 16 Pro has some nice camera upgrades this year, but is it worth upgrading from the iPhone 15 Pro? I did a camera test and found out.
Quentin Tarantino just said the stupidest thing about remakes. I’m angry and you should be too
Quentin Tarantino is a genius, but his recent comments on not seeing the recent Dune movies and Ripley Netflix series show a lack of appreciation for remakes.
10 years later, this underrated action thriller is still as shocking, and relevant, as ever
In 2014, this Jake Gyllenhaal movie was widely praised but little-seen by the populace. Here's why it's just as shocking and relevant in 2024.
What’s new in November 2024: 7 games to keep an eye on
Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Lego Horizon Adventures, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2 are just a few of the games you should have on your radar this month.
This is the best MCU TV show by far. Here’s why it’s Marvel’s best release since Avengers: Endgame
Agatha All Along just concluded its spectacular nine-episode run with a thrilling finale that cements it as arguably the best post-Endgame project.
The OnePlus 13 may have already killed the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The OnePlus 13 was recently announced. It looks great, has incredible specs, and just washed away any interest I had in the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
This underrated Google Chrome feature turned me into a power user
I don't like it when a browser gets in my way, but a relatively new feature in Chrome has completely changed how I browse.
Play this gruesome Japanese horror visual novel this Halloween
Visual novels and horror are popular in Japan. When the two merge together, you get a brilliant horror game experience in Spirit Hunter: Death Mark 2.
Pokémon’s free mobile card game is nostalgic fun, but watch your wallet
Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket captures all the simple pleasures of card collecting, but just be wary of its microtransactions.
The era of 8GB RAM is over
In a surprising move this week, Apple exorcised its Mac lineup of devices with 8GB of memory, including in the MacBook Air.
Now is the perfect time to upgrade to smart water leak detectors
Installing a smart water leak detector makes it easy to catch faulty pipes before they become a serious issue. Here's why you should consider installing them.
5 phones you should buy instead of the iPhone 16
Thinking about picking up a new iPhone 16? Before you do, consider these alternatives too.
25 years ago, America went down a rabbit hole with this bizarre fantasy
This surreal 1999 comedic fantasy is ranked among the greatest movies of all time. Does it still hold up?
5 CPUs you should buy instead of the Core Ultra 9 285K
Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K is an impressive CPU, but there are several alternatives that are both faster and cheaper.
What everyone is getting wrong about the Mac mini’s hidden power button
Apple’s M4 Mac mini has a power button on its underside. That may seem like a weird design decision, but Apple thinks it makes perfect sense. Here’s why.