X (formerly known as Twitter) is no stranger to bad press, be it mass layoffs or verification mishaps or questionablemethods for downloading your data, the social platform’s reputation isn’t exactly squeaky clean. In response tothe Twitter app’s controversial rebranding as “X,“the social networking site has received its fair share of criticisms from its users. This is unlikely to completely ruin a social platform as established and beloved as Twitter (X), but this fallout has allowed lesser-known, more experimental alternatives to get some traffic....

Lyrics aggregator Genius sued Google in a New York courtin late 2019over the supposed violation of its terms of service (ToS), alleging that the search giant ripped off lyrics from their platform and displayed them withinGoogle Searchresults without prior permission. Following deliberations, the case was dismissed by US District Judge Margo Brodie in 2020, while the 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the decision in March last year. Then in September, Genius asked the US Supreme Court to review the case, leading the country’s top court to seek the opinion of Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar for the United States Department of Justice’s perspective on the case....

As someone who found the first 30 minutes or so ofThe Lord of the Rings:The Rings of Power’s debut episode some of the most beautiful fantasy television ever put on screen, my relationship with the show since has been complicated. The first season juggles numerous narrative arcs, some more compelling than others, and culminated in a barnburner of an episode that revealedthe creation of Mordor.TheRings of Powerseason 2 captures some of the same magic, but loses some of the luster that made the first season so captivating....

Quick Links Variable refresh rate may not be atop your priority list while shopping for a new smart TV—you may have never even heard of this tech. Still, this less-known feature will elevate your viewing experience regardless of what you love watching. What Is Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)? VRR allows your TV to adjust its refresh rate dynamically to match the frame rate of the displayed content, ensuring the two are always in sync....

Summary Marvel Studios debuts the first look atThunderboltswith footage exclusive toSan Diego Comic-Con, setting up the next major team in theMarvel Cinematic Universe. While the Avengers are slowly making a comeback inthe MCU timeline, a new team is about to get their due on the big screen in 2025. After multiple setups in Phases 4 and 5, theThunderboltsfilmis on its way, which will tackle one of Marvel Comics' darker team-ups in the MCU....

Our Universal Crossword June 03, 2025 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. TheUniversal Crosswordis a syndicated crossword that is published across different apps and websites each day. It is created with a focus on clarity and simplicity, making it a great choice for both experienced and casual solvers. Universal Crossword June 20, 2025 Answers If you need help solving the Universal Crossword on 4/29/25, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need....

Summary One of the bestTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesvideo games of the last decade is finally breaking free of mobile devices and as it turns out,it’ll be available on more platforms than just the Nintendo Switch. Released in early 2023,Splintered Fatetook the recognizable family of crime-fighting reptiles andgave them a rougelite makeover, delivering an experience that was not only addictive in its execution but rewardingly difficult. Shocking many fans, the community has long requested that the game be ported to other devices, most especially PC....

Thanks to years of innovation in smartphone camera technology, we’ve all becomeamateur photographers in our spare time. Long gone are the days of scrapbooks and developing film — instead, we always have our entire collection of images right in our pocket at all times. You’re likely taking more photos than ever before too, which makes your library all the more important to protect. Thankfully, there’s an abundance of ways to keep your photos backed up and safe, and as an Android user, you’re probably already using one or more....

Android has been with us for more than 15 years now, or even longer depending on how you count. What was once merely meant to be an OS for cameras has turned into the operating system powering some ofthe best smartphonesaround the world, and we’re coming up toAndroid 15later in 2024. Android has made its way to more devices, like tablets, but also more unlikely use cases like IoT devices and even point of sales terminals....

Summary Rebel Moondirector Zack Snyder reveals that his upcoming director’s cuts were originally rated NC-17. Hitting Netflix last December, the first installment in Snyder’s epic space opera franchise introduces audiences to Sofia Boutella’s Kora, a mysterious warrior who rallies a band of fighters to defend a peaceful farming colony. Following the release of thecritically-pannedRebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiverearlier this year, each of the films is now poised to get an extended, R-rated cut, with both hitting the streamer on August 2....

You can now make 911 calls directly from Skype Microsoft-owned Skype is out witha new app updateon all of its platforms and it includes one feature that a few Android users might need to be wary about: emergency calling. Yes, the thing that Skype warned you not to do with Skype. Version 8.80 of the mobile app — including for Android (download viaAPK Mirror) and iOS — includes an increased time limit of 5 minutes instead of two for voice messages and the ability to pinch and zoom in on a shared screen....

YouTube TV subscribers can now skip the 85-channel package and go a la carte Despite multiple hurdles, YouTube TV has emerged as America’slargest live streaming service, thanks to its versatile plan offerings. The Google-owned company has also set out to make its live TV streaming platform perform better for more users with the recent inclusion of5.1 audio support on Apple TV and Fire TV. Well, YouTube TV is getting another big update this week, as the service is now allowing users to subscribe to individual channels and services, bypassing the need to sign onto the entire channel package....

Stardew Valleyhas been around for quite some time now, and although it continues to have a strong and active fanbase, some players have been trying their hands at different challenge runs of the cozy farming sim to keep things interesting. The recent addition of patch 1.6 added a lot of new content to the game, which brought many people back after perhaps having some time away, and for others it helped to revitalize their gameplay experience....