Skyward Sword HD improves quality of life, but that was never the problem

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Swordhas a complicated legacy. When it launched in 2011, the game immediately received rave reviews hailing it as a masterpiece. Consensus on the game slowly became more divisive over the ensuing decade, thanks in no small part toThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild— a game which retroactively made Skyward Sword’s flaws feel more apparent. With the newly releasedSkyward Sword HDremaster, Nintendo had a chance to regain the narrative....

August 12, 2025 · 6 min · 1137 words · Nicholas Figueroa

Sonic x Shadow Generations new gameplay trailer reveals release date

Sonic x Shadow Generations new gameplay trailer reveals release date A release date for Sonic x Shadow Generations has been revealed at Summer Game Fest, along with a new trailer to show off some gameplay from the upcoming remaster and the box art. An enhanced remaster of a 2011 game, this updated game will feature improved graphics and extra levels that feature Shadow the Hedgehog. It was originally announced as part of a PlayStation State of Play in January....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 356 words · Raymond Hart

Sonos uses AI superpowers to boost dialogue in latest soundbar update

Sonos has turned to AI to make speech clearer in your content, with a new Speech Enhancement feature, a technology that it’s now pushing out via a software update. The aim is to ensure that you can hear every word that’s spoken, so the important dialogue isn’t lost within the rest of the soundtrack. Clarity has been a growing problem for TV watchers, with increasing emphasis on that pounding bass or immersive soundtrack, sometimes the spoken elements get lost....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Brandi Hicks

Starfield photo mode has a hidden feature that makes your game way cooler

Starfield photo mode has a hidden feature that makes your game way cooler Starfieldhas a hidden feature that makes the gaming experience way cooler than you anticipated. The latest Bethesda outing has many secrets to uncover, but here’s how the game’s surprise feature works. Recently, one of the most anticipated video game releases ever made its maiden foray into the cosmos. The early access phase of Starfield, an ambitious space exploration game byBethesda, begun last week, allowing players to set out on interplanetary adventures before the game’s official release....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 467 words · Judith Nelson

Tesla reveals price range for Optimus Gen2, its ‘robot without wheels’

“The future should look like the future”, CEO Elon Musk said at the Tesla “We Robot”special event held in Burbank, California, earlier this week. Sure enough, Tesla’s much-anticipated autonomous robotaxi, the Cybercab, and its large-van counterpart, the Cybervan,seemedstraight out of celebrated sci-fi movies.But as the name of the event hinted at, a vision of the future would not be complete without robots: Several of the Optimus Gen 2, Tesla’s latest version of humanoid-like robot, were found serving drinks, holding conversations with guests, and even dancing at the event....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 401 words · Vicki Kelly

Thanks to a slew of sensors, Grovio takes the hassle out of houseplant care

Office and home flora brighten any room — not to mention reduce carbon dioxide, keep air temperatures down, and get rid of pollutants like benzene. But they can be a pain in the rear to care for. If you don’t find them a sunny window and an ideal humidity, it’s pretty much game over — you’ll be staring at wilting, browning leaves before long. But there’s hope for folks without green thumbs in Grovio, a project fromConcepterthat aims to take the guesswork out of plant care....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 466 words · Jacob Avila

The $395 CZ Smart is Citizen’s first touchscreen smartwatch

Citizen is the latest watch brand to explore the potential of smartwatches, with the announcement of the CZ Smart. It’s the company’s first full touchscreen smartwatch, and it has chosen to partner with Google and use the Wear OS software, along with choosing Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Wear platform for power. There are three CZ Smart watches. All have a 46mm case made from stainless steel with an aluminum bezel, with the differences coming in bezel color, case color, and the strap....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Jose Gray

The Bad Batch Star Has Just Become Star Wars' Latest Emmy Contender

Summary Dee Bradley Baker, the voice ofClone Force 99inStar Wars: The Bad Batch, has officially becomeStar Wars’next Emmy contender for his performance as Crosshair in season 3. Though Baker has long since brought theclone troopersto life inStar Wars, Clone Force 99 is certainly the highlight of both his range and his skill, and Crosshair’s story in season 3 is a wonderful culmination of all his work. Crosshair’s redemption arc is at the very heart of the animated show’s final season, and now, Baker is getting his proper recognition for it....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 619 words · Cindy Johnson

The best laptops for programming, chosen by experts

Modern laptops have gotten so capable that you can use almost any laptop for almost anything, with thebest laptopsoften being held out for more specific and complex usage. But certain kinds of users prefer certain kinds of customizations when purchasing a new laptop. Coders and programmers don’t get as much attention as content creators and students when it comes to shopping for a new laptop, which is why we thought we’d take the time to narrow down some of the best laptops for coding and programming....

August 12, 2025 · 6 min · 1139 words · Kelly Pena

The Brave and the Bold: How the DC movie could work as a Batman anthology series

The future of DC Comics on the big screen has finally gotten a bit clearer in recent months, as co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran have unveiled a piece of the initial slate for the upcoming DCU, withThe Brave and the Boldbeingthe introduction of its Dark Knight. It’s admittedly somewhat whiplash-inducing that fans are, once again, speculating as to who will play another live-action version of DC Comics’ beloved brooding superhero, namely since Matt Reeves’ tantalizing crime-noirThe Batman Part IIis also on the way....

August 12, 2025 · 5 min · 880 words · Bonnie Russell

The Fitbit Inspire 3 is 20% off for a limited time

Currently, you can buy the Fitbit Inspire 3 for $80 at Amazon, saving you 20% or $20 off the usual price of $100. One of the best valueFitbit dealsaround, the Fitbit Inspire 3 is perfect for helping you achieve many of your fitness goals. If that sounds like you, keep reading and we’ll tell you all about what it has to offer. Why you should buy the Fitbit Inspire 3 OurFitbit Inspire 3 reviewdescribed it as “my new favorite fitness tracker” — high praise indeed....

August 12, 2025 · 2 min · 370 words · Colleen Pham

The most common iPhone 6S problems and how to fix them

Though it’s not a major upgrade over its predecessor, the iPhone 6S is still a temptingly gorgeous smartphone. It’s considerably more powerful, and it brings 3D Touch to the party, but not everyone is having the smooth experience you’d expect from an Apple device. We’ve been collecting the top iPhone 6S problems being discussed online, and trying to find solid fixes or workarounds to help you deal with them. Problem: Battery life is poor A lot of people have been finding that the battery life of the iPhone 6S is disappointing....

August 12, 2025 · 8 min · 1674 words · John Wright

The OnePlus 12 just leaked again, and it sounds incredible

It seems OnePlus won’t have much left to reveal when its next flagship is officially announced next year. After leakingalleged renders of the OnePlus 12, OnLeaks (viaSmartPrix) has now dropped the purported specs sheet of the upcoming budget flagship. The OnePlus 12 is said to draw power from Qualcomm’s yet-to-be-announced Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor.Rumors suggestit will be based on TSMC’s next-gen 3nm process node, which means a significant performance and efficiency boost can be expected compared to the 4nm-based Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip....

August 12, 2025 · 3 min · 450 words · Nicole Singh