Black Clover: How Asta Sets Himself Apart From Shonen Heroes With an Old Trope

The Clover Kingdom’s finest could never have been truly prepared for how Asta would disrupt the status quo inBlack Clover, as the boy unloved by magic makes waves among the Magic Knights. By sheer grit and his acquisition of the Five-Leaf Clover Grimoire, Asta could suddenly disrupt any threat in a society built upon and largely sustained by magic. This, combined withBlack Cloverbeing a battle shōnen anime and manga series, allows Asta to present a fascinating take on the Stock Shōnen Rival trope....

August 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1181 words · Janice Salinas

Don’t Skip These 8 Steps After Upgrading Your PC to Windows 11

With Microsoft’s end-of-support date for Windows 10 looming, upgrading to Windows 11 as early as possible is a smart move. But before you settle in with the new OS, you need to take care of a few things. 8Make the Taskbar Less Annoying The first thing you’ll probably notice after switching to Windows 11 is the redesigned taskbar. It’s definitely sleeker, but if you’re used to Windows 10, it might take a bit to get used to....

August 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1223 words · John Williams

Every Storyline In Horizon: An American Saga, Ranked Least To Most Interesting

Summary Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1is a sprawling epic, and it has a fittingly large number of characters and stories, but not all of its storylines are equally interesting.The massive cast ofHorizonfeatures characters who take on all sorts of roles, from wagon train leaders to outlaws and normal settlers. Having such a deep cast of talented actors allowsHorizonto explore the many different facets of the Old West and Westward Expansion, but it also splits the movie’s focus....

August 20, 2025 · 11 min · 2134 words · Shelby Butler

Freelance Cloud Engineer: What It Is and How to Become One

Freelance Cloud Engineer: What It Is and How to Become One Cloud technology has gone global because companies frequently scale up their resources to match this fast-paced world. As a result, the demand for cloud computing expertise has skyrocketed, and so also the need for cloud engineers. Large companies, however, extend these roles to freelance cloud engineers to manage and fast-track their operations. If this sounds like what you want to do, keep reading....

August 20, 2025 · 7 min · 1365 words · Julia Gay

Google Authenticator pulls the one new feature it's had in years

Google Authenticator pulls the one new feature it’s had in years The Google Authenticator app is an essential security tool for many people, even asseveral alternatives currently existin the market. In May this year,Google introducedthe relatively minor “Click to reveal PIN” feature, which hides all two-factor authentication codes from view, allowing users to reveal only the codes they want to use. It seemed like a fairly innocuous inclusion, considering that 2FA codes change every 30 seconds anyway....

August 20, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · Michael Swanson

Google Groups: What they are and how to use them

Although Google sends many products to anearly retirement, Google Groups is still alive. It’s almost a fossil in terms of Google-years. The service lets you collaborate with teammates, set up meetings, and manage group discussions. You can also read decades-old posts on most devices, including youraffordable Chromebook. We explain what Google Groups is and delve into its features. A brief introduction to Google Groups Google Groups launched in 2001 after Google acquired Deja News Research Service’s Usenet archive....

August 20, 2025 · 4 min · 850 words · Kara Perkins

Google is trying to get rid of Chrome’s HTTPS lock icon again

Google is preparing a big redesign forChrome on desktopthat brings it more in line with itsMaterial You-themedcounterpart on Android. The other big change that Google has announced this week is a fundamental tweak to how browsers work since the 90s, as the company is planning to get rid of the lock icon that has been used to depict secure HTTPS connections since before Chrome even existed, replacing it with a newtune-inspired settings icon....

August 20, 2025 · 3 min · 462 words · Ruth Mendez

Google Meet is testing AI-generated backgrounds

In the wake of the pandemic, Google Meet emerged as one of thebest video conferencing utilities around, becoming the tool of choice for businesses already deeply embedded in the Google Workspace ecosystem. This year, Google has been focused on injecting AI into all kinds of places in Workspace with theDuet AI program, and we now have a detailed understanding of how AI will play a role in making customizable virtual backgrounds for Meet....

August 20, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words · James Dudley

Google says the Pixel 8 Pro’s temperature sensor is more accurate than forehead thermometers

The Google Pixel 8 Pro launched last year with a built-in thermometer. With COVID all but over, Google adding a thermometer to its new flagship Pixel phone was an odd move. Worse, you could only use the sensor for measuring the temperature of food and other objects. You could not use it on humans, as the company still awaited FDA clearance. With the surprise January Pixel Feature Drop, the Pixel 8 Pro’s temperature measuring capability was updated to work on humans....

August 20, 2025 · 3 min · 462 words · Zachary Luna

Grand Theft Auto Live-Action Movie Concept Trailer Imagines Samuel L. Jackson's Officer Tenpenny, Will Smith As CJ & More

Grand Theft Autogets the movie treatment in a new concept trailer that casts actors including Will Smith and Samuel L. Jackson. In the decades since the release of the first game in 1997, Rockstar Games’Grand Theft Autofranchise has become one of the most beloved and popular video game franchises of all time.GTA Vwas and continues to be a major success, and an anticipated sixth game is expected to release next year....

August 20, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · Erica Lamb

How I Upgraded My Home Audio Setup Without Spending Much

Quick Links I recently revamped my living room’s audio experience without spending a fortune. It’s much easier than you think, and you can massively boost your listening experience while still affording your monthly rent! What Was Wrong With My Existing Audio Setup? My audio setup was essentially just my TV’s built-in speakers. That’s it. They had one job: make sound. And while they technically did that, the audio was flat, lifeless, and lacking the depth I craved....

August 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1276 words · Frances Collins

How I Use This Wi-Fi Analyzer to Boost My Wi-Fi Connection

Quick Links Buying a new Wi-Fi router isn’t enough to boost your network on its own. To make the most of your Wi-Fi, you need to ensure that you’re getting the best range, signal, and frequency. Thankfully, a handy mobile app will get you up and running in no time. Why I Use WiFi Analyzer There are plenty of apps for scanning Wi-Fi networks on the go, but only a few present data easy enough for novices to read....

August 20, 2025 · 4 min · 794 words · Emily Ortiz

How to Create Text in Midjourney Images (and Get Good Results)

Quick Links Generating text inside an image isn’t a big deal with version 6 of Midjourney. You will still encounter incorrect spelling, but you may remedy this using variations and choosing the right keywords. Let’s show you how to do it. Step 1: Select a Midjourney Model That Produces Text We tested three different Midjourney models to see how well they could produce text inside an image and the results show a clear winner: Midjourney v6....

August 20, 2025 · 4 min · 678 words · Teresa Bauer