Summary It’s no fun when a game you love becomes unplayable. It’s frustrating when you can’t buy a game legally anymore, or when the hardware is old and hard to come by. But what’s most baffling is when a publisher shuts down a perfectly good game—just like Ubisoft did withThe Crew. Why Did Ubisoft Shut downThe Crew? The Crewwas the first entry in Ubisoft’s open-world racing series, and it was unique in many ways....

The currentNissan Leafis in its final lap, with a next-gen crossover set to take its place soon. It’s been around since 2018 in this form and, while it never lit up the sales charts, it’s quietly remained one of the most important and most affordable electric cars out there. What’s always stood out to me is how approachable the Leaf is. It’s not flashy, but it’s reliable, cheap to run, and one of thefew EVs I’d genuinely recommend to someone who’s never owned one before—especially if you’re shopping used....

Quick Links iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 are here in the wake of Apple’s recent iPad announcements. If you already have the updates installed, grab your iPhone and follow along as we round up the latest features, changes, and design tweaks. Here’s Everything New in iOS 17.5 iOS 17.5 and iPadOS 17.5 pack more than a dozen new capabilities, some of which are also available on the Mac with the macOS Sonoma 14....

Quick Links Summary Google’s 2023 flagship, the Pixel 8 Pro, comes with a versatile camera setup and plenty of Google AI features, but how does it compare to the newly launched iPhone 16 Pro? Should you consider switching to Apple? Let’s find out. Square-Shaped Camera Module vs. Horizontal Camera Visor Over the years, Apple and Google have found their own signature designs, which includes a square-shaped triple-rear camera module for the former and a horizontal camera visor on the rear....

Times have changed, and third-party antivirus software is no longer a necessity. Here’s why I only useWindows Security, plus some things I’ve learned about the free, built-in antivirus platform. The tip to use Windows Security instead of third-party antivirus solutions is intended only for the personal and consumer user audience. Businesses have their own unique environments that often require additional third-party antivirus, VPN, and other network security settings. The Difference Between Windows Defender and Windows Security The modern iteration of Windows Security came about during Windows 8 era, and was simply introduced as Windows Defender, replacing the older Microsoft Security Essentials....

Summary OnePlus used to have a huge presence in the US years ago, complete with carrier deals. It never stopped being a Chinese brand first, but it actually cared about the US. These days, however, North America is just an afterthought. The company’s latest cheaper devices look pretty nice, but sadly, you probably won’t ever get to use them. First, onto the news. OnePlus has announced a whole new fleet of devices, from two new smartphones in its popular Nord series, a new tablet, a new size for its latest smartwatch, to a new pair of wireless earbuds....

I’ll cut straight to the point. TheSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultrais a fantastic phone. It was also one of the easiest phones I’ve ever reviewed because it’s not much different from last year’sGalaxy S24 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a top-of-the-line smartphone with a 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display and a 120Hz refresh rate. It boasts the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12GB of RAM, and a 5,000mAh battery with 45W Super Fast Charging 2....

Summary Motorized connected blinds, and other types of window coverings, have largely been a luxury in the smart home space. TheSmartWings Window Coverings with Matterchanges that equation with a value price, sharp design, and excellent connectivity options. SmartWings Window Coverings SmartWings motorized Zebra Blinds blend functionality with style. Featuring double-layered striped fabrics and an intelligent design for light control, these blinds use a roller system where transparent and non-transparent layers alternate, offering the ideal amount of light at any time of day....

Read update Steam Deck doesn’t offer a ton of built-in storage, and that’s especially true of the entry-level model. Expand your library and keep loading speeds fast with a good SD card. UPDATE: 03-08-2025 We’ve reviewed our recommendations and these are still the best SD cards you’re able to buy for the Steam Deck. Lexar PLAY 1TB Micro SD Memory Card What To Look For in a Steam Deck SD Card Valve offersa variety of Steam Deck models, but most of them are severely lacking in storage....

Summary If you’ve ever set up an old TV, stereo system, or gaming console, you’ve probably tangled with RCA cables. These colorful connectors—red, white, and yellow—have been around for decades, but have you ever wondered why they look the way they do? Why are they still hanging around in some setups despite being considered outdated? To understand that, we need to go back to where it all started. The RCA Cable Was Initially One Connector The RCA connector was introduced in the 1930s by the Radio Corporation of America (hence the name)....

Quick Links Summary Apple’s Dynamic Island is a clever use of “wasted” space on the iPhone. Now you can add similar functionality to your MacBook’s notch with one of many apps designed to repurpose the display gap that houses the webcam. Best Mac Dynamic Island App:NotchNook NotchNookis the most feature-rich and polished Dynamic Island implementation for the Mac. If Apple were to design some sort of Dynamic Island implementation of its own, it probably wouldn’t get anywhere near the deep customization that NotchNook enables....

For the average Joe, the idea of owning a supercar is all but a pipe dream. Thankfully, for those of us with more humble-sized pockets, there are cars on the market with similar performance stats but at afraction of the cost. Granted, exotic cars like the Audi R8, Lamborghini Huracán, and Nissan GT-R can hit 60 mph in the blink of an eye and reach upwards of 200 mph. The problem is, though, these illustrious and elusive exotics have sky-high price tags to match their horsepower figures....

Quick Links If there’s one thing that holds smartphones back, it’s battery life. No matter how great the latest iPhone and Android devices are, we pretty much know that we’ll be charging them every night like we always have. So, what things are contributing to the daily battery grind the most? Charging Your Phone Too Much This may sound like an oxymoron, butcharging your phone can negatively impact the battery life....