Summary A Song of Ice & Fire, the series HBO’sGame of Thronesis based on, but the author has been publishing works of fiction since the 1970s.A Song of Ice & Fireis widely perceived as Martin’s Magnum Opus, as it’s expanded from a series of novels to a vast multimedia franchise with beloved television shows, games, and millions of fans around the world. It’s commonly regarded to be one of the greatest fantasy book series ever written, even rivaling J....

Summary It may be subtle, but one line fromGhostbusters: Frozen Empireis actually the perfect nod toGhostbustersdirector, Ivan Reitman. Over the years, Reitman has been at the very core ofeveryGhostbustersmovie. In 1984, Reitman directed and produced the very firstGhostbustersmovie. Five years later, he returned forGhostbusters II.From there, he continued to be a producer on every subsequentGhostbustersfilm, including the 2016 remake and the two modern-day reboots starring McKenna Grace. Though Reitman passed away in 2022, his legacy remains in one humorous way inGhostbusters: Frozen Empire....

Summary The lowest-rated episode ofGilmore Girlsconfirms a harsh reality regarding Christopher (David Sutcliffe) and his storyline with Lorelei (Lauren Graham). Despite its ongoing popularity,Gilmore Girlshas moments that make viewers quitthe series, whether they be a disappointing story beat or a choice that contradicts established characterization. However,one particular episode that truly angered viewers and resulted in the worst rating of the series was season 7, episode 7, “French Twist”. The episode was one ofGilmore Girls’most controversial storylines, as it had Lorelei marry Christopher after the two slept together....

Google Bard vs. Bing Chat: What Is the Best Chatbot? Google Bard was released shortly after Microsoft’s Bing Chat, and both tools are hoping to grab a healthy share of the burgeoning generative AI and integrated AI search market. But what are the differences between them? And which chatbot is right for you? What Are the Differences between Google Bard and Bing Chat? Outwardly, both tools look similar. They both offer a simple interface with a text box to allow you to “chat” with them....

Google is testing a combined Security & Privacy menu for Android 13 WithAndroid 13 DP2, we got our first glimpse of anupdated Security & Privacy shortcutin Quick Settings, combining the camera, microphone, and location toggles into one shared space. The option to dive into Android’s Security menu was listed alongside these settings. Today, we’re getting a glimpse into what might become of that main hub with this year’s update. These screenshots come courtesy ofMishaal Rahman of Esper....

Google Pixel Week: Android Police’s celebration of everything Pixel Table of contents Quick Links Six years ago, Google introduced us to its first-ever Pixel smartphone. The branding had been around for a few years since its first-gen Chromebook, but the first Pixel phone was revealed on October 4, 2016. Over the last week, we’ve brought you Android Police’s first-ever Pixel Week for that sixth anniversary. Over the years, we’ve seen 11 generations of Pixel devices with 17 different handsets, and that’s before you count the newly announcedPixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro....

Quick Links Professional headshots don’t need to be shot in a photography studio by a professional photographer. With a smartphone and a few extra tips, you can easily get professional-looking headshots that land you the job. Check Your Camera Format Most phones’ default camera format will be standard quality, which is usually fine. For professional-looking headshots, you need high quality from the moment the shutter clicks. On an iPhone, head toSettings>Camera>Formats....

Quick Links Google takes security very seriously and devotes considerable resources to it. Unfortunately, not all extension developers are as cautious. While you can never be totally safe from malicious browser extensions, here are some security checks I make before adding a new extension or app. Extensions Page The first check is to regularly visit my Chrome Extensions page by enteringchrome://extensions/into the URL bar, or clicking the three-dot menu and choosingExtensions > Manage Extensions....

Quick Links You don’t need to splurge on an iPhone 16 Pro or Pro Max for macro shots. The standard iPhone 16’s 12MP ultra-wide lens gets you close enough and captures amazing detail. I used it at home to jump from casual close-ups to a macro photography hobby. What’s So Special About iPhone 16’s Macro Lens? The iPhone 16’s dual camera setup—48MP (f/1.6) main + 12MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lenses–gives you the 2x optical zoom that makes all the difference to your macro shots....

Quick Links Whether you want to create a collage, a card, or something else, it’s easy to insert one picture into another picture. Keep reading to learn how to add a picture to a picture on your desktop, browser, or mobile device, with walkthroughs for each method. How to Overlay Two Pictures Most of the solutions that we use here to add a picture to a picture still have the backgrounds on both images....

How to Create a New Profile Picture in Minutes With TinyWow Stock Photo ID: 2176689571 Creating a new profile pic can be difficult, especially if you have a picture where you look great but the background really isn’t suitable. Thankfully, you don’t need Photoshop skills to get a proper profile pic done. There are online tools that require minimal work on your part while also delivering a great result, such as TinyWow....

How to Create and Use an Omoji on Your OnePlus Device Emojis and stickers have always been a great way to liven up traditional text messaging. Furthermore, the rise in popularity of services like Bitmoji has helped add a personal touch to rather expressionless chats. If you have friends who use an iPhone, chances are you’ve seen them send stickers and videos using an interactive avatar that looks just like them....

How to Sideload Apps on Your iPhone Without Jailbreaking It Apple’s policy to not allow sideloading and third-party app stores on its platforms has always been controversial, but the EU’s Digital Markets Act may force the company to open up its ecosystem to allow sideloading and third-party stores for installing apps. Sideloading allows you to download and install apps from third-party sources and is one of the biggest reasons some people prefer Android to iOS....