Summary Stephen King’s epicThe Dark Towerseries has no shortage of memorable antagonists, but a change made in the revised and expanded edition ofThe Gunslingerhelped elevate one villain above all others.King’s long and storied fantasy seriesacts as the backbone of his connected universe, containing elements from many of his other novels and short stories. Perhaps the most important of these cross-over elements is the villains that Roland Deschain and his ka-tet encounter throughout the course of his journey across Mid-World....

David Corenswet reveals which personal weakness could be compared toSuperman’s Kryptonite, and it actually makes him more similar to hisDCUhero.Superman’s star-studded castis led by the actor who could be the DC Universe’s main star, David Corenswet. Unlike superhero stars like the MCU’s Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans, but similarly to his Superman predecessor Henry Cavill,David Corenswet’s roles prior to Supermanweren’t as prominent as his DCU character, but his casting has been more than well-received....

Although it may not be a factor you consider when purchasing a smartphone, the kernel used in your device has a significant impact on its functionality. It’s this component that manages everything from your smartphone’s memory to its file systems. If yourkernelis dated, your device may exhibit noticeable performance issues, or worse — it could have critical security vulnerabilities. To help Tensor-based Pixel phone owners avoid these pitfalls, Google is now rumored to be working on such an update....

Whatever generation of iPad you own, these versatile accessories will help you take your productivity to the next level. Spigen Rugged Armor Pro for iPad Pro 13 Inch ESR for iPad Pro 13 Inch Magnetic Screen Protector Apple Pencil Pro Apple Magic Keyboard Case Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Wireless Earbuds Striking an all-important balance between function and affordability, theSpigen Rugged Armor Prois a versatile protective case for your iPad that won’t break the bank....

We’ve known for a while now that Google Messages would pick up some form of AI capabilities. Since the start of the year, we’ve come across multiple reports ofGoogle Gemini(formerly Bard)integrating with Google Messages. This particular feature addition is now official, with Google announcing Gemini for Google Messages (in beta) as part of its multi-layered MWC 2024 announcements. Two weeks in, I’m still conflicted about Gemini as a digital assistant Google’s AI chatbot is an incredible app, but it’s hard to get fully on board...

Twitter for Android is finally getting tweet text selection It looks like Twitter is starting to pay attention to Android users who feel like its app has long been in need of some love. It’s always been perfectly functional, but neverquiteas user-friendly as its iOS counterpart. This may not seem like a big deal, but it’s a huge improvement — it looks like Twitter is finally adding the ability to select text within tweets to the Android version of its app....

Warning: This article contains spoilers for the Black Mirror episode “USS Callister: Into Infinity.” Black Mirrorstar Cristin Milioti discusses the shocking ending of “USS Callister: Into Infinity” and whether it’s a happy ending for her character. First appearing in season 4’s"USS Callister," Milioti’s Nanette Cole rose against the ego-driven tyranny of Robert Daly (Jesse Plemons), leading herself and the clones of Robert’s coworkers to freedom in Infinity. “USS Callister: Into Infinity” follows this story and ends with the end of Infinity and Nanette transferring her digital copy to her physical one, which was in a coma, only to find that USS Callister crew now lives inside her head....

Summary Warning: Spoilers for Venomverse Reborn #2!AsVenomstretches himself cosmically, beyond just the body of Eddie Brock, he’s become something more than just a hero or villain fighting Spider-Man at street level. Ever since the events ofKing in Black,Venom truly has never been the same, and recently, he’s undergone yet another metamorphosis, one that would make even Thor blush. In a series of meta-narratives that compilesVenomverse Reborn#2,the alien symbiote of Venomis seen in many peculiar, cosmos-spanning situations....

American Sports Story: Aaron Hernandezmay focus on the story of its titular athlete, but it also features a fictionalized version of his older brother - Dennis “DJ” Hernandez. Played by Ean Castellanos in theAmerican Sports Storycast, DJ Hernandez played a big part in his brother’s formative years. AfterAaron turned down the opportunity to play with his older sibling at UConnin favor of a spot on the roster at the University of Florida, the dynamic between the two brothers becomes strained in the show....

While many people choose to stay indoors on rainy days, gray skies and damp conditions can provide the perfect canvas for some great-looking shots. The key is knowing what to shoot when it’s wet and raining. 1Reflections Due to the abundance of water (both on the ground and falling out of the sky) when it’s raining, reflections are everywhere you look. So, rainy days are the perfect opportunity to shoot photos with the reflection of something as the main focus of the shot....

Quick Links Mechanical keyboards are great. They’re satisfying to type on, offer better response, and are sturdier than membrane ones. But even these robust devices can suddenly stop working, either partially or completely. Here’s what I do when that happens. 1Reconnect the USB Cable or Dongle If you have a wired keyboard, it’s usually connected to your computer via USB. This also applies if you’re using awireless mechanical keyboardwith a USB dongle....

Which Google Nest Speaker Should You Get for Your Smart Home? When you’re building a smart home, it’s essential to get a hub for it once you’ve added a couple of smart accessories. That’s because you typically wouldn’t be lugging your phone around with you all the time in your house. By having a smart hub, you can control your smart devices even if you left your smartphone in your room....

Summary The Boysseason 4 has recently introduced Laddio another one of the characters from the original comic book source material, and audiences are wondering who plays him. Putting a gritty twist on superhero stories, Amazon Prime’sThe Boysbrings compelling characters to lifeby honoring the original series' commitment to considering the dark implications of some having powers among ordinary people. While the show has already featured characters from the comic books like Hughie Campbell, Billy Butcher, and Homelander, Laddio has only just graced the screen inThe Boys’season 4 story....