Quick Links Microsoft announced earlier this year that it would release Windows 11 24H2 as the next major update to Windows instead of Windows 12. The update is finally here, and it brings a variety of new changes. Of them all, these are the 5 changes I liked the most in the update. 1New Archive Formats Support Previously, Windows offered only a limited range of file compression options. Whenever you wanted toopen archive filesother than a ZIP file, likeRARs, you had to install a third-party tool on your computer....

Summary For as long as the idea of the robot has existed, we’ve dreamed of the day when you may live like it’sThe Jetsonsand have a robot do your household chores while you relax. Apart from robot vacuums, and I guess dishwashers, we still aren’t living this dream. However, several companies have humanoid robots that are aimed at household use, and these seem to be the closest we are to buying them on the open market....

Video games have always been my favorite way to have fun, but more games offer something beyond just a temporary distraction. They are turning into powerful tools for creating deep historical experiences, letting players step right into the past. These games do more than just tell stories; they carefully rebuild settings, cultures, and everyday life, giving you a feeling of “being there” that few other forms of media can match. From the vast battlefields of ancient China to the harsh realities of World War II, game developers have put a lot of effort into historical accuracy....

Google Messages has been on a roll lately, delivering exciting new features and constantly updating the app with experience improvements. In April, we mentioned thatGoogle was testinga new Sensitive Content Warning system for images, and now it’s finally rolling out to everyone. Last year, Googlerevealed a new initiativeto make Google Messages safe and secure by fighting spam and other issues. Eventually, we learned that a new “Sensitive Content Warning” system was one of those changes....

Good aim is one of the most important skills that separates top-tier players from the rest. If you’re trying to climb the ranked ladder in a competitive shooter likeMarvel RivalsorValorant, you’ve probably heard countless tips for improving aim, but this simple trick often gets overlooked. Relax Your Arm It’s inevitable to tense up during an intense match, and it gets especially bad as your rank and stakes increase, making every little mistake a costly one....

Everyone knows Rolls-Royce—the brand behind the ultra-luxurious Cullinan SUVthat’ll set you back around $400,000. Sure, it’s packed withtop-tier featuresand prestige to match, but let’s be real: most people aren’t lining up to drop that kind of cash. Zeekr’s new electricluxury SUVchannels serious Rolls-Royce Cullinan vibes—minus the six-figure price tag. It’s only hitting the streets in China, but hey, we can still admire the dream from afar. Zeekr 9X: The SUV That Could Pass for a Rolls Geely has just pulled the cover off the Zeekr 9X, and it’s already turning heads with a design that echoes the ultra-luxurious Rolls-Royce Cullinan....

Quick Links Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn’t—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they’re usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we’ve got you covered. What Is Connections? Connections is a game from the New York Times. The objective is simple: sort 16 words into groups of 4....

Summary Most holiday decor is pretty static. You flip a switch, and the lights turn on. After testing out theTwinkly Reindeerfor several weeks, I can tell you that I don’t plan to go back to “dumb” decorations any time soon. Now if only smart home devices weren’t so pricey. Twinkly Reindeers Twinkly Reindeer are app-controlled LED illuminated reindeer figures that offer customizable light displays for festive decoration. Price and Availability The Twinkly Reindeers come in two versions: Stag and Doe....

The UK Government has replied to a ‘‘Stop Killing Games.’ petition, which aimed to stop video game publishers from disabling games people have purchased. The petition has received over 12,000 signatures as of August 15, 2025, and it asks for new laws to protect consumers from this practice. Companies disabling games users own is one of the most cited issues with a digital-only future. However, the government has stated that there are currently no plans to change the laws regarding this issue....

Portability is arguably the most appealing thing about eReaders. But what if eReaders goteven moreportable? That’s the idea behind the Mooink V, the first full-color foldable eReader. Revealed at the Touch Taiwan display technology trade show, the Readmoo Mooink V features an 8-inch E Ink Gallery 3 foldable touchscreen display with a 300 PPI resolution. It weighs approximately 0.5 pounds and can lock in a 90-degree halfway-unfolded configuration for a proper paperback-like experience....

Bug bounty programs are extremely useful to reinforce security in the software we use daily. If you use Plex, a vulnerability has been discovered via said program—and you’ll want to update as soon as you get a chance, because it sounds serious. Plexhas started warning users that they should immediately update their software to patch a newly discovered, yet-to-be-detailed vulnerability. The company took the unusual step of directly emailing users running affected server versions, so it must be a pretty serious one....

Quick Links Summary The Steam Deck is versatile and powerful enough to run just about anything you want it to. Noisy fans, scant battery life, and occasional SteamOS hiccup in all, the Steam Deck is the most exciting piece of gaming tech in recent memory. I’ve been playing my favorite titles onValve’s Steam Deckfor several months now. While I can’t say it’s free of flaws, it is undoubtedly the most exciting piece of gaming tech I’ve used in the last few years....

Summary Imagine driving up to your favorite fast food outlet and speaking to someone, then getting a perfect order every time. Managers think implementing AI to take orders can lead to this kind of efficiency, but how will this impact on us and the people who work there? Can AI Take Your Order? AI has developed well and continues to become more sophisticated with time. While many of us use AI for common taskslike generating images with StableDiffusion on our local computers, large corporations are seeing different uses for this cutting-edge technology....