Google Clock's weather forecasts get a big redesign for alarms

The Google Clock app is the default timekeeper on Pixel devices, and as a Google app, a lot of its UI design ties in nicely with stock Android and other Google apps. You can download it on any other compatible Android device from the Play Store, and enjoy the same UI. However, some features remain Pixel-exclusive, and a recent update changes how weather information is displayed when you dismiss an alarm....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 454 words · John David

Google Pixel 8 users are reporting poor battery life on mobile data

TheGoogle Pixel 6lineup was infamous for itspoor connectivity issues. The Exynos modem inside the Tensor G1 was outdated and a power hog, leading to poor connection, frequently dropped calls, and excessive battery drain. Google switched to a newer Exynos 5300 modem on thePixel 7, which promised better performance. In the months following the phone’s release, though, users kept reporting excessive battery drain when using mobile data, raising concerns about the power efficiency of the Exynos modem....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · Jonathan Pierce

Grab This Discounted Apple TV+ Subscription for Both New and Returning Subscribers

If you’ve thought about subscribing to Apple TV+ but haven’t jumped in yet, Apple’s latest promotion is here to make the choice easy. An Apple TV+ Subscription Is Available for 70 Percent Off After the promotion period is up, you’ll be charged the normal $9.99 per month subscription price, but you can easily cancel at any point to avoid that. The special price is timed before the launch of the latest Apple TV+ series, Your Friends and Neighbors, launching on Friday, April 11....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Joseph Anderson

Hands-on: Android 12L is a big step in the right direction for tablets

Hands-on: Android 12L is a big step in the right direction for tablets Android has never been top dog when it comes to tablets—not that competing with the iPad is an easy job, but Android has always notably lacked the comprehensive functionality and app support of Apple’s flagship tablet. WhileAndroid 12Lisn’t going to be an iPad killer any time soon, the new operating system is finally starting to address problems that have existed for the last decade....

July 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1152 words · Robert Thompson

How to Operate Your Cordless Drill Like a Professional

How to Operate Your Cordless Drill Like a Professional From wall-mounting televisions to disassembling various electronic gadgets, most DIY projects are incomplete without a cordless drill. However, these aren’t simply corded drills retrofitted with battery packs. On the contrary, modern cordless drills are fairly complicated devices that also double as electric screwdrivers. However, using this tool is a bit more involved than an ordinary corded drill. The bells and whistles may improve functionality, but the added complexity also makes it easy to use a cordless drill improperly....

July 28, 2025 · 8 min · 1544 words · Diana Hardy

How to use Google News like an RSS feed reader

RSS reader apps used to be popular back in the day. In the age of social media, people prefer to get the latest news from platforms like Twitter (now known as X). Google News is another popular source to stay on top of the latest happenings in your area, region, and world. While it’s primarily designed to deliver a personalized news experience, you can use it as an RSS feed reader....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 592 words · Maria Robinson

How to Use Voice Chat Safely While Gaming Online

How to Use Voice Chat Safely While Gaming Online Video game voice chat lobbies have the potential to become toxic very quickly. Everyone’s on edge in a tense gaming situation, and it can only take one untimely death for some players to lose their cool. Sign up forfree Forgot your password? Create an account *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By continuing, you agree to thePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Use....

July 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1160 words · Melissa Young

I Hope This Netflix Live-Action Anime Show Gets Renewed After 1 Massive Cameo At The End

Summary I wishParasyte: The Grey, Netflix’s most unique live-action anime show, would get a second season after a massive manga cameo at the end that left me wanting more. There are plenty oflive-action anime adaptations on Netflix, with some being much better than others. Netflix has released some disappointing adaptations likeDeath Note(2017) andCowboy Bebop, but it has also delivered some great shows likeOne Piece. Fortunately,Parasyte: The Greywas a great take on the world ofParasyte....

July 28, 2025 · 5 min · 857 words · Richard Robinson

JBL Authentics 300 portable speaker review: Large sound in a large package

The JBL Authentics 300 is a hard-to-justify but easy-to-recommend portable speaker. As paradoxical as that sounds, it has some issues that can easily dissuade, namely its weight and price. But, the performance, design, and feature set overcome those shortcomings as long as you may afford it. The JBL Authentics 300 is good enough to receive mention among thebest portable Bluetooth speakers. That’s especially true if you need something powerful enough for a party....

July 28, 2025 · 7 min · 1381 words · Michael Jarvis Jr.

Jujutsu Kaisen & Attack On Titan Share One Key Element That Make Them My Favorite Shonen Anime

Warning: Contains spoilers for Attack on Titan and Jujutsu KaisenI’ve seen more shonen series than I can count over the years. As one of the most popular genres, there are many incredible animes to choose from that fall under the shonen category. Despite all the different ones I’ve viewed though,two series have always been my absolute favorites:Jujutsu KaisenandAttack on Titan.Although their overall plots, characters, and animation are not comparable, I adore both of these series for the same unexpected reason....

July 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1257 words · Eric Williams

LineageOS 18.1 offers a new custom ROM option for these Motorola phones

LineageOS 18.1 offers a new custom ROM option for these Motorola phones Custom ROM projects likeLineageOScan be a fantastic way to give another lease on life to an aging device, like we just saw with the positively ancientNexus 7 and its ability to run the brand-new Android 12L, all thanks to an unofficial build of LineageOS 19.1. You don’t have to wait for your manufacturer to drop support before you start playing with custom ROMs, though, and they’re just as good for trying out a more modern phone with some different software....

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · Ronald Rivera

Milkshake Factory Tycoon Codes (August 2025)

In Roblox Milkshake Factory Tycoon, build your own milkshake empire by hiring workers, placing conveyors, and unlocking machines. Add new flavors, boost production, and grow nonstop profits as you upgrade everything to reach the highest level of factory success! If you want Cash inMilkshake Factory Tycoonto help with faster upgrades, redeem codes right away. You could spend time looking everywhere for working ones, but we already found them, so you may start building up your tycoon faster!...

July 28, 2025 · 2 min · 303 words · Jorge Hernandez

Mobvoi's next TicWatch Pro looks way sleeker than its last in this leak

Mobvoi’s next TicWatch Pro looks way sleeker than its last in this leak The TicWatch Pro series from Mobvoi has been a standout for Wear OS, owing to its premium experience at an affordable price point. The next model could continue that trend as a leak from last year claimed that theTicWatch Pro 3’s successor would run on Qualcomm’sSnapdragon W5+chipset for wearables and boast 50% longer battery life. Mobvoi alsoteased the forthcoming TicWatch Pro modelwith a textured rim as opposed to the smooth one on the TicWatch Pro 3....

July 28, 2025 · 3 min · 427 words · Rebecca Myers