The Google Pixel Tablet has an unresolved identity problem

After more than a year of teasers and leaks, theGoogle Pixel Tablethas finally launched and is now on sale. The dual-purpose device wants to serve not just as a conventional tablet, but also a rudimentary smart display while plopped on its charging dock. The transition between the two states isn’t always smooth, though, and that’s particularly the case when youuse Google Assistantvoice controls for interactions. Let’s dive into where this falls apart....

June 26, 2025 · 10 min · 1924 words · Stacy Coleman

These 35 Chrome Extensions Look Legit—But They’re Spying on You

Just because an extension has been downloaded thousands of times and looks harmless, doesn’t mean it’s legit. These 35 extensions on the Chrome Web Store are spying on you right under Google’s nose—and you need to remove them now. Delete These 35 Chrome Browser Extensions Now Security researcher John Tuckner found a cluster of at least 35 extensions using the same code patterns that connect to some of the same servers and require the same list of sensitive system permissions....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 373 words · Robert Anderson

This Amazon job ad says its forked version of Android is getting replaced

After months and months of rumors, Amazon appears to be taking the inevitable leap from Android to its own operating system for its Fire hardware. When we first heard thatthis was a possibility in late 2023, we gawked, saying history shows thatAmazon does not have the best track record with building its own software. For example, the company’s Scribe e-reader which was supposed to be a premium, high-end tablet, ended up being mediocre at best....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 553 words · Jessica Sullivan

This Nostalgic Resident Evil Game Mod Is Perfect For People Waiting For RE9

Summary Love it or hate it, one of the most iconic parts of the classicResident Evilgames is the fixed camera sofans looking for a nostalgia trip before the ninth game drops should check out this newHalf-Life 2mod. Modern iterations of Capcom’s ever-popular survival-horror series have ditched the fixed perspective, instead opting for a first-person view in the new entries and an over-the-shoulder camera in recent remakes. While they certainly play better for it, there’s no denying that the forced angles added to the atmosphere and tension....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 443 words · Patrick Gordon

Upcoming Star Wars Story Bridges The High Republic & The Acolyte

Summary Star Warshas officially announced a new novel focusing onStar Wars: The High Republic’sVernestra Rwoh, which will officially bridge the publishing initiative toStar Wars: The Acolyte. Though first introduced to live-action inThe Acolyte,Vernestra Rwohwas created forThe High Republic, and the contrast between her character in both eras is stark. ThoughThe Acolytealso takes place in theHigh Republic era, it’s set towards the tail end of this golden age, and the faults of the Jedi in that series prove as much....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 816 words · Christopher Perry

USA Today Crossword Hints July 19, 2025

Our USA Today Crossword Hints for July 23, 2025 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. USA Today Crossword is a popular daily puzzle that tests the player’s vocabulary, spelling, and general knowledge skills. The puzzle is available in print and digital format and is enjoyed by people of all ages. The clues can range from easy to challenging and the player must use their critical thinking abilities to solve the puzzle....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 343 words · Timothy Kennedy

What Happened To The Arkham Asylum Batman Spin-Off?

Summary After a recent development,DC’s plannedArkham Asylumseries continues to generate confusion. Batman is perhaps DC’s most popular hero, fighting Superman for that coveted spot. There have been many movies and series — both live-action and animated — about the Dark Knight over the years. AsDC Comics has built a great wealth of stories surrounding Batman and his supporting cast, Bruce Wayne has not been the sole focus of adaptations. Characters like Batman’s many Robins, his butler Alfred Pennyworth, and more have been the focus ofBatman-related movies and series....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 834 words · Leah Cortez

WhatsApp's latest beta gets with the times, adds new Unicode 14 emoji

WhatsApp’s latest beta gets with the times, adds new Unicode 14 emoji Everybody likes new emoji, and we’re lucky enough to get new ones on a roughly yearly basis.With Unicode 14, introduced in Android 12L and iOS 15.4, we’re getting a total of 37 brand-new reactions that will allow us to better express ourselves better in this beautiful, sometimes-confusing picture-language. It’s only logical that the biggest instant messaging app in the world should get them too, and now WhatsApp is giving users that chance in its latest beta....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 386 words · Holly Walker

Who Is Seth’s Father In Lady In The Lake? Episode 3’s Maddie Twist Explained

WARNING: SPOILERS ahead for Lady in the Lake episode 3. Summary Lady in the Lakeepisode 3 reveals a shocking truth about Maddie’s son, Seth Schwartz.Based on the 2019 bestselling novel by Laura Lippman,Lady in the Lakestars Oscar winnerNatalie Portman in her first-ever leading rolein a television series. Portman leads an exceptionalcast inLady in the Lakewhich also includes rising star actress Moses Ingram, future Superman David Corenswet, and Mikey Madison, the star of this year’s Palme d’Or winnerAnoraby Sean Baker....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 712 words · Rhonda Stewart

Why Michael Rosenbaum Left Smallville After Season 7

Summary Michael Rosenbaum, considered by many as the greatest version of theDC Universevillain Lex Luthor put on screen, departedSmallvilleafter season 7. This places him in a long legacy of performers, including Jensen Ackles,who leftSmallvilleearly.A prequel to traditional Superman stories, the CW dramaSmallvilleevolved significantly throughout its 10-season run.The show began as a high school drama in the titular town, and spent its final seasons in a hero-populated Metropolis with Clark Kent working as a budding journalist....

June 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1140 words · Allison Mendez DVM

Wordle August 06, 2025 Answer for 1443 – (6/1/25)

Wordle is a popular word game where people attempt to figure out how to solve the puzzle each day as there is only one puzzle per day released. While the game is simple enough, it can be as challenge when the word is obscure or just something you aren’t totally familiar with. If you are wondering what the solution is forWordle 1443then we’ll be providing it for you in this guide!...

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 431 words · Jessica Schultz

Your Phone's HDR Might Be Useless—Mine Was

Your phone’s HDR might feel crucial for great shots, but my testing indicated otherwise. Disabling my phone’s HDR revealed lackluster results, inconsistencies, and a feature that often felt inconsequential. What is HDR? HDR stands for High Dynamic Range; it’s a technique used in photography to capture a wide range of light and dark elements within a single image. Your phone takes multiple photos at different exposures and then combines them into one image that provides clarity to both the brightest and darkest parts of a scene....

June 26, 2025 · 7 min · 1344 words · Hailey Clark

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Messages from an Ancient Era Quest Guide: All Stone Tablet Locations

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Messages from an Ancient Era Quest Guide: All Stone Tablet Locations An ancient Hyrulean scholar requests your help in a quest for stone tablets, with a primary goal of understanding the land’s history. However, the only way to achieve this mission in Tears of the Kingdom is to collect visual evidence of these findings across the many regions of the Hyrule. So, if you want to know where to find these primitive objects, we’ll show youall the stone tablet locations in the Messages from an Ancient Era quest....

June 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1263 words · Travis Ortiz