Twitter Blue is now available on Android, just as expensive as on iPhone

Twitter Blue is now available on Android, just as expensive as on iPhone Twitter has been in a lot of controversysince the arrival of its new head honcho, Elon Musk. The social media company completely overhauled its verification system, allowing anyone to flaunt the once-revered blue checkmark if they pay for Twitter Blue. The revamped subscription service has been available for iPhone and web users for a while, but it’s just now going live for Android users, though you probably won’t like the pricing....

May 28, 2025 · 3 min · 452 words · Shelley Clark

Winter Is Coming: Get a Portable Station From EcoFlow

Winter Is Coming: Get a Portable Station From EcoFlow Winter is coming and EcoFlow is here to deliver a ton of really great deals. Cold weather is not that far away right now, so you already know that power outages are on the way. Whether they’re caused by power lines getting damaged by the weather or the power network not keeping up with all the extra heating devices, it matters very little when you’re left in the dark without any backup power....

May 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1127 words · John Ballard

Android 13 DP2 makes the power and settings buttons easier to find in the Quick Settings menu

Android 13 DP2 makes the power and settings buttons easier to find in the Quick Settings menu Android 13 Developer Preview 2 is now available, bringing us one step closer to the public beta and a suite of new features for early adopters to try. Unlike in previous years, the public beta will launchbeforeGoogle I/O in May, but until then each developer preview contains a few minor updates to satiate the masses....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 316 words · April Mendoza

Call of Duty MW3 and Warzone Season 3 Week 1 challenges and how to complete them

There’s never a dull moment in the world ofCall of Duty, with the likes of new updates and weekly challenges.Season 3is no different, as it implements another series of objectives for exclusive rewards. Here are all theMW3andWarzoneSeason 3 Week 1 challenges and how to complete them. How to complete MW3 Season 3 Week 1 challenges To complete the Week 1Modern Warfare 3Season 3 challenges, here’s what you need to do to earn the rewards:...

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 274 words · Benjamin Smith DDS

Famed North Korean Android tablet auctioned off to hardcore devs

Famed North Korean Android tablet auctioned off to hardcore devs North Korea has earned its reputation as a hermit kingdom with limited external support coming from a handful of allies. Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei has paid dearly forsetting up a 3G network in the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. But despite global-scale restrictions, the country has managed to make smartphones and tablets for its citizens to use, albeit with incredibly limited functionality....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · Jill Harris

Google Meet upgrades noise canceling to rein in your chaotic video calls

Google Meet upgrades noise canceling to rein in your chaotic video calls The COVID-19 pandemic introduced a lot of people to the joys (and sorrows) of remote work, including video meetings via Zoom or competitors likeGoogle Meet. Along with that came issues like camera etiquette and remembering to turn off your mic when not speaking — something a lot of people still forget, sometimes causing unneeded distractions. In a new update for Meet, Google is hoping to make online gatherings a little less chaotic-sounding — literally....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 244 words · Nicholas Moore

How I Capture Good Smartphone Photos in Low-Light Conditions

How I Capture Good Smartphone Photos in Low-Light Conditions Quick Links Smartphone photography is challenging at the best of times, but shooting in low light is particularly testing. Often, you’ll find that your photos are grainy or blurry, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try. Here are some of the ways I capture good smartphone photos in low-light conditions. Using Artificial Lighting Sources Unless you’re photographing the moon or Northern/Southern Lights, artificial lighting sources will be your best friend for low-light smartphone photography....

May 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1159 words · Christopher Morrison

How to redeem Steam keys

How to redeem Steam keys Buying blockbuster-level titles onSteamcan be expensive. The average price of a Steam game hassteadily risen since 2018 (data measured by Statista), which is why you never want to accidentally throw away Steam gift cards or misplace product codes. However, we can avoid these issues altogether by instantly redeeming our gift cards and product codes from the Steam app. Valve’s behemoth gaming platform explained Anyone witha working Android phonecan install Valve’s Steam app....

May 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1070 words · David Smith

Magic: The Gathering's Lands Didn't Bother Me For 10 Years, But One TCG Changed That

Although I know it has some inherent flaws,Magic: The Gathering’s land system hasn’t really bothered me during my last decade or so with the game. My first experience withMagicwas when a friend of mine, who I used to playYu-Gi-Oh!with, showed up at my house with two starter decks. After the blistering pace ofYu-Gi-Oh!games, I really enjoyed howMagic: The Gathering’s mana system slowed things down, and I’ve been hooked on the game since....

May 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1247 words · Maria Bridges

System76 Releases Hefty Pop!_OS 22.04 Technical Preview for Tiny Raspberry Pi 4

System76 Releases Hefty Pop!_OS 22.04 Technical Preview for Tiny Raspberry Pi 4 Linux PC manufacturer System76 has made its Pop!_OS distribution available as a technical preview for Raspberry Pi computers. Pop!_OS for Raspberry Pi Pop!_OS 22.04 is available for Raspberry Pi users as a technical preview despite being labeled as an “LTS” or Long-Term Support release by the company, according to9to5Linux. Pop!_OS is a customized version of Ubuntu that uses a special desktop and under-the-hood enhancements tuned for technical and creative work....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Chad Martin

The best augmented reality games for Android

The best augmented reality games for Android Augmented reality (AR) games connect the real world with the virtual one. They use the camera and GPS to incorporate real-world elements into gameplay. As a result, they also benefit froma powerful Android smartphone. Some combine worlds better than others, so we’ve compiled a list of the best augmented reality games on the Google Play Store, not to be confused with thebest AR games and appsthat focus on the wonderful art of photography....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 624 words · Amanda Day

The Best Bluetooth Beanies

The Best Bluetooth Beanies Stock Photo ID: 2089202356 With wearable technology becoming increasingly popular, there is now a plethora of gift ideas available that you might never have dreamed of before. From smart glasses to fitness trackers, there is something for everyone. However, breaking the bank to get your hands on this tech isn’t always necessary. A Bluetooth beanie is a gift that anyone can enjoy and comes at a reasonable price....

May 27, 2025 · 7 min · 1444 words · Vanessa West

The Best Smart Tape Measure for Your Body

The Best Smart Tape Measure for Your Body Stock Photo ID: 1309231126 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.You also agree to receive our newsletters, you could opt-out any time. With a smart measuring tape, you’ll be able to record all of your measurements in an app and track important health information such as your BMI....

May 27, 2025 · 4 min · 755 words · Stephen Reynolds