Lenovo Moto Z2 Force vs. Samsung Galaxy S8 Plus: Can a newcomer take out the reigning champion?

There’s no question that theMoto Z2 Forceis a powerhouse of a smartphone. It boasts a 5.5-inch display with 2,560 × 1,440-pixel resolution, shatter-resistant glass, Qualcomm’sSnapdragon 835processor, and a 12MP dual-sensor camera that mimics the look and feel of high-end DSLRs. But the competition hasn’t been resting on its laurels. Earlier this year, Samsung unveiled theGalaxy S8 Plus, the followup to theGalaxy S7, and it’s every bit as capable. The S8 Plus has a 6....

June 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1869 words · Christina Young

LG UltraGear OLED 45 (45GR95QE-B) review: let’s get immersed

“Why you can trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ For the past couple of years, OLED has struggled to find a place among thebest gaming monitors, but LG’s UltraGear OLED 45 feels uniquely positioned for high-end PC gaming. Its massive size and aggressive curve provide one of the most immersive gaming experiences money can buy, and the OLED panel ensures excellent colors and contrast....

June 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1817 words · Robert Nelson

Marvel Rivals devs approved to make “original” heroes & fans are fuming

Marvel Rivals devs approved to make “original” heroes & fans are fuming Marvel Rivals’ creative director has just revealed that the game has permission to add new original characters in the roster. This news hasn’t immediately gone down well with the community. TheMarvel Rivalsroster is always expanding, as developers continue to incorporatenew charactersfrom the franchise’s comics and movies into every season. While characters added to the game have so far been mostly icons that a lot of players grew up seeing in other media, we’ve also seen the game not shying away from introducing more obscure characters, such asLuna SnowandJeff the Land Shark....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Ronald Williams

Matter gains support for kitchen appliances, adds new energy-tracking features

Matter received its big1.2 updatein late 2023, and now the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) is ready to officially roll out Matter 1.3. The latest version of the interoperability standard is now available for use, offering added support for appliances like microwave ovens and lclothes dryers, while also introducing new features for water and energy management. The full list of new device types supported by Matter 1.3 include microwave ovens, ovens, cooktops, extractor hoods (such as vent hoods), and laundry dryers....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 310 words · Jennifer Hardy

Meet Astro, the next-gen spacesuit designed for the moon, Mars, and beyond

We expect rockets and other space technology to remain on the cutting edge of what’s possible, so why should spacesuits be any different? The short answer: they shouldn’t, which is why the company responsible for designing the classic spacesuits for NASA’s Apollo program has just unveiled its next-gen prototype astronaut suit for future space missions. Called Astro, the suit was developed byILC Dover, and incorporatesCollins Aerospace‘s prototype life support backpack. The spacesuit system was shown off as part of the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar mission....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 447 words · Mandy Powell

Mobile World Congress 2021 postponed to late June due to COVID-19

GSMA has confirmed it is postponing the largest mobile trade show, Mobile World Congress, until late June 2021 due to COVID-19. Originally scheduled to take place in the first week of March, MWC 2021 will now be held between 28 June-1 July. Unlike nearly every other tech event, however, the MWC 2021 is set to have in-person attendance. GSMA says that it will have “virtual elements to complement the overwhelming demand to convene physically....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 427 words · Melissa Patterson

No jack, no buds: Apple is killing the iPhone’s EarPods and we’re good with that

Remember when Apple declared its “courageous” decision toeliminate the headphone jackon the iPhone 7? That was way back in 2016 and, at the time, we felt it was the wrong move. Now, it appears that Apple is driving the final nail into its wired audio support: Superstar Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently predicted the company willstop providing free EarPodswith its iPhones, starting with the iPhone 12. And we’re just fine with that....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 537 words · Lisa Sanchez

One Of The Best War Movies Of The 21st Century Is A Must-Watch Now It's On Netflix

Summary One of the best war movies of the 21st century has now landed onNetflixand deserves to be on everyone’s watchlist, regardless of whether they have previously seen the film. As Netflix continues to grow its repository of both original and acquired content, it consistently brings both critically acclaimed and commercially successful titles to a wider audience. Not everything that lands on Netflix is guaranteed to succeed, even if it garnered fame and acclaim on its initial release elsewhere....

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 920 words · Daniel Parks

Plant-based burgers? Old news. This startup makes steak with fermented fungus

If you’re a vegan or vegetarian (or, heck, just someone who can go one meal without chowing down on animal flesh), you may have come across burger joints swapping out the traditional meat patty for a juicy portobello mushroom in a burger. The deceptively named foodie startupMeati Foodstakes this meat alternative approach to the next level, however. As the latest company to enter the increasingly crowded fake meat market, they have developed a foodstuff they claim both looks and tastes like a steak, but is actually made entirely from mushroom....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 373 words · Christopher Knight

Pokemon Go players are tired of underwhelming Research Breakthrough rewards

Pokemon Go players are tired of underwhelming Research Breakthrough rewards Pokemon Go players are frustrated with the quality of the rewards for finishingResearch Breakthroughs, especially due to the time commitment that comes with completing them. Pokemon Gofans are expressing dissatisfaction with Research Breakthroughs, as the rewards players get for finishing them consist of regular items rather than something special that rewards the time investment. InPokemon Go, Research Breakthroughs involve daily challenges....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 396 words · Richard Taylor

Ride Review: Harrowing Bull Rider Crime Drama Is Unexpectedly Shocking & Impressive

Summary On the surface,Rideis a typical film about a family of bull riders.Its talented cast and unique story set it apart from similar projects,resulting in a movie that leaves an impression despite its occasional confusing moments. The 2024 crime drama, directed by Jake Allyn (who plays Peter) and written by him and Josh Plasse (who portrays Peter’s brother), revolves around the Hawkins — a family living in Texas whose son just got out of prison after serving a four-year sentence and whose daughter is battling cancer....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 728 words · Willie Haynes

Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey review: Another laptop ruined by a poor display

“Why you may trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ Samsung has been expanding itslaptopline, pumping out a new entry-levelGalaxy Bookand an updated version of theGalaxy Book Pro 360. One of the more interesting introductions is the Galaxy Book Odyssey, which Samsung positions as both a productivity and a gaming machine with a nod to creators....

June 26, 2025 · 12 min · 2384 words · Adam Murphy

Samsung’s new QD-OLED panels get Pantone’s stamp of approval for color accuracy

CES 2024has been dominated by TV manufacturers toutingmassive increases in brightness. You can count Samsung among them, but with a slight twist — the giant electronics firm says its latestQD-OLED TVpanels aren’t just bright, they’re also color-accurate, and it says it has the receipts to prove it. Specifically, we’re talking about Samsung Display — the Samsung subsidiary that designs and fabricates the displays that eventually get integrated into TVs you can buy from companies like Samsung Electronics and Sony (yes, Sony’s QD-OLED TVs use Samsung Display panels)....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Amber Lopez