Between theSamsung Galaxy S23 Ultraand theOnePlus 11, we’ve been pretty impressed with Qualcomm’s latest flagship SoC. TheSnapdragon 8 Gen 2— first unveiled last fall — manages to showcase some mighty impressive speeds, all while maximizing battery life to keep your smartphone alive well into day two. But not everyone needs this level of performance, and that’s where the Snapdragon 7 series comes into play. Now, Qualcomm is set to bring a familiar set of specs to more customers than ever with theSnapdragon 7+ Gen 2....

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a powerful device capable of doing anything you could want a phone to do. Its Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 200MP quad camera system will allow this device to keep up with the best phones for years to come. It may be expensive upfront, but it will give you years of joy. Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Still pretty good in 2023...

Synology released the DiskStation DS220+ in 2020, which seems like forever ago. The company launched the Synology DiskStation DS224+ to replace the older DS220+ in 2023, but the only major difference was the processor. The RAM, connectivity, and lack of any M.2 ports are all still present in this newer NAS enclosure, so I thought it would be a good idea to take a look at the Synology DiskStation DS220+ in 2023 to see if it’s worth buying (or keeping) as thebest NAS....

Summary The 2002 Adam Sandler moviePunch-Drunk Loveis now streaming on Hulu. AlthoughSandler is known nowadays for starring in both comedies and dramas, back during the start of his acting career he was widely known as a comedian fromSaturday Night Liveand a comedic actor who starred inHappy Gilmore,Billy Madison, andThe Waterboy.Sandler’s role as Happy Gilmore is so iconicthat a modern-day sequel is currently in development. Even though there is plenty of anticipation forHappy Gilmore2, Sandler proved he is much more than a funny-man with thecritically acclaimed 2019 thrillerUncut Gems....

Summary Marvel has confirmed thatThe Fantastic Fourare set to return for bothAvengers 5andAvengers: Secret Wars. Following the release of their newly retitled solo filmThe Fantastic Four: First Steps,it looks as though Marvel’s First Family will be joining Earth’s Mightiest Heroes at the culmination of the Multiverse Saga. However, they’ll likely need to receive their powers and origins in their own reality first. At Marvel Studios' Hall H panel at San Diego Comic-Con, it was confirmed by Kevin Feige that Marvel’s First Family is set to return for boththe newly retitledAvengers: DoomsdayandAvengers: Secret Wars, both of which will be directed by the Russo Brothers....

Summary After weeks of speculation,NEXON finally confirmed the next playable character forThe First Descendantand while many fans may have called it a while ago, they’ll still be pleased about the reveal. Launching to an already massive community,The First Descendanthas proven to be one of the most popular games of the season as the looter-shooter has won players over with its stunning aesthetic and addictive gameplay. Those concerned about the title running out of content need not fear because NEXON is already gearing up for the launch of a new Descendant....

Summary The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Powerhas released a new trailer for season 2, featuring aLord of the RingsEaster egg with major callbacks to the movies and books.Screen RantattendedThe Rings of Powerpanel at the 2024San Diego Comic-Conand saw the trailer first-hand, along with cast and crew discussion on some major developments for season 2.Sauron’s full planwill come to fruition in the “more gritty” season 2 promised by director Charlotte Brändström, throwing a dark shadow across the events depicted in the trailer (viaMovieZine, translation viaThe Yard)....

The Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 wants to steal some of that foldable phone limelight TheSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 4was just announced, and it’s drawing a lot of attention right now with flagship specs, improved cameras, and a steep price. Plus, we just saw the newMotorola Razr 2022, so it has been a busy week full of foldable phone announcements. Xiaomi doesn’t want all the attention to go to Samsung and Motorola, though....

There was a time in my life when I couldn’t afford new gadgets and appliances or a repair technician, and the internet became my best friend. It’s rammed full of amazing resources for fixing nearly any gadget you’re able to think of, and best of all, most of them are completely free. 7AI Chatbots For basic problems, I often try to use an AI chatbot.ChatGPTis particularly good for this as it feels like I’m speaking to a virtual customer support assistant....

Summary Warning! Spoilers ahead for Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #29!Batmanhas had his ups and downs, but his latest transformation is nightmare fuel almost too gruesome to witness. The final battle with theSixth Dimension threat Doom-Miteis here and unfortunately, he had the foresight to take the Dark Knight out. But as Batman recuperates, he takes on a form that’ll have readers cringing. InBatman/Superman: World’s Finest #29by Mark Waid and Dan Mora, Superman, Robin, Bat-Mite,and Mr....

Quick Links In today’sConnections, words range from Butter to Business, making it a bit tricky to group them together. Luckily, we have all the answers and tips and tricks you need to make it to the end of the puzzle and solve it. You do not want to lose your streak over Butter, so stay tuned to ensure you don’t miss the point. If you haveConnectionsdown to a T, you might want to try doing the same for theNYT’sWordlepuzzle....

Our Universal Crossword July 24, 2025 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. TheUniversal Crosswordis a syndicated crossword that is published across different apps and websites each day. It is created with a focus on clarity and simplicity, making it a great choice for both experienced and casual solvers. Universal Crossword June 26, 2025 Answers If you need help solving the Universal Crossword on 5/29/25, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need....

Urbanista Los Angeles review: Essentially infinite playtime There’s been a growing trend of eliminating wires in recent years, but since most gadgets house rechargeable batteries, it’s been difficult to completely get rid of them. Wireless charging is picking up pace but it’s not as practical a solution, especially when we consider a category like headphones. What if there was another way around it, though? That’s the epiphany that probably led to the creation of the Los Angeles headphones by Swedish audio company Urbanista....