Elevate Your Windows Experience With These 2023 Microsoft Store Community Choice Winning Apps

The Microsoft Store App Awards have become a much-awaited event since the first 2022 edition. Featuring the best apps chosen by the community and also the finest apps handpicked by Microsoft editors, the Microsoft Store App Awards have become a gold standard for users who want nothing but the best to customize their Windows experience. The 2023 award winners were announced in late May 2023 and we have showcased the winning Community Choice apps here for you....

June 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1130 words · Cassandra Carrillo

Every Better Man Song, Ranked Worst To Best

Michael Gracey’sBetter Manis one of the most creative and inventive biopics in recent memory, detailing the turbulent life of British pop icon Robbie Williams through the lens of a singing, dancing, CGI monkey. It’s a totally unique spin on a genre that’s otherwise become far too saturated, and the film definitely benefits as a result. It’s an extremely honest examination of Williams’ life, and despiteBetter Man’s box office failure, the film still deserves recognition for its introspective and reflective story....

June 9, 2025 · 7 min · 1457 words · Elizabeth Ramirez

Every Way Critical Role Made Me Better At Baldur’s Gate 3

Summary I got significantly betterBaldur’s Gate 3because ofCritical Role, despite knowing how to play the game since launch. The award-winning turn-based RPG by Larian Studios uses the rules ofDungeons and Dragons’ fifth edition (popularly referred to as 5e) and so do most of the campaigns on the tabletop roleplaying show – the group has been moving away from 5e, as demonstrated by the creation of theIlluminated WorldsandDaggerheartTTRPG systems forCritical Role. I knew ofCritical Roleand even had a chance to interview them before the release ofThe Legend of Vox Machina....

June 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1187 words · Jennifer Adams

Facebook and Instagram Accounts Are Becoming More Connected

Facebook and Instagram Accounts Are Becoming More Connected Despite concerns that users have over the data-sharing between Instagram and Facebook, parent company Meta has announced that it’s testing Accounts Center features that allow users to swap between profiles more easily and receive notifications from both apps. Meta Tests New Cross-Platform Account Center Features Meta announced the test of the new Accounts Center features in apost on the Meta Newsroom. The new features will allow you to receive your notifications for Facebook and Instagram in one place, as well as create and link existing accounts....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 517 words · Brian Ibarra

Fake CPUs Are on the Rise, and This Is How You Spot One

Quick Links Scammers are producing fake CPUs by rebranding low-end chips, altering their model numbers, and repackaging them to appear as premium models. Don’t fall for these tricks—here’s how to spot counterfeit CPUs and avoid getting scammed. 3 Ways to Spot Fake CPUs No one wants a fake CPU. Thankfully, there are a few methods you’re able to use to check if your CPU is legit. 1. Perform a Physical Inspection Start by inspecting the CPU’s physical appearance....

June 9, 2025 · 4 min · 665 words · Lisa Barnes

Fortnite Chapter 2 Remix: How To Complete All Weekly Challenges & Quests

Each week,Fortnitereleases a new set of quests for players to complete. Rewarding players with XP toward its seasonal battle passes, these quests are important steps in unlocking newemotes and skins inFortnite. They usually revolve around experiencing some of the unique seasonal content, like new weapons or locations available during a limited time. With its currentreturn to classic seasons,most ofFortnite’s quests for this week - November 18 - 25 - go back to basics, with simple tasks that hark back to its core gameplay mechanics....

June 9, 2025 · 5 min · 874 words · Mary Owens

Fortnite Crew March 2025 (Start Date, Price, & Rewards)

This new skin seems pretty cool, and I would rather have Bones than some of the other skins that have been offered. The wide range of rewards, along with the excitement of getting something new and exciting every month, makesFortniteCrew a must-have for both serious players and casual fans. It saves you money compared to buying items individually, and it gives you access to premium content that you’re able to’t get anywhere else....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 539 words · Michelle Weber

Gmail's ChatGPT-like writing assistant is rolling out on Android

Google brought out the big guns in the ongoing AI war during last month’s I/O conference, showcasing a plethora of newgenerative AI capabilities for its suite of Workspace apps. As part of the exhibit, the search giantunleashed a ChatGPT-like writing assistant for Gmailthat can compose emails for you based on brief text prompts. Gmail’s “Help me write” was initially released for the web as part of a limited preview, and it’s now showing up on Gmail for Android....

June 9, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Michael Arellano

Google Maps has a handy new indicator when you’re exploring around a pin

When you’re researching a new place onGoogle Maps, the navigation tool puts a red location pin at its address for easy reference while you check out cross streets and other nearby attractions. Trouble is, it’s easy to fall down a Maps rabbit hole and lose track of the initial pin, which usually means you have to zoom out and pan around until you find it again. Thankfully, this clunky experience has just been made infinitely easier with a new feature that appears to be rolling out now....

June 9, 2025 · 2 min · 342 words · Noah Oneill

Guillermo del Toro's Mysterious Frankenstein Movie Wraps Filming

Guillermo del Toro’sFrankensteinmovie has finished filming.Del Toro is an auteur directorknown for his work on films likePan’s Labyrinth,The Shape of Water, andGuillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio. Now, the director is in development on an adaptation of Mary Shelley’s famous novel.Frankensteinwill feature a star-studded cast includingOscar Isaac as Dr. Victor Frankenstein, Jacob Elordi as The Monster,and Christoph Waltz as Dr. Pretorius, with supporting characters played by Mia Goth, Felix Kammerer, David Bradley, and Lars Mikkelsen....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 522 words · Cole Jones

How AI Cameras Detect Objects and Recognize Faces

How AI Cameras Detect Objects and Recognize Faces Artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for decades, but it’s only recently that AI cameras have become commonplace. With object recognition software, cameras can now recognize faces and objects they encounter in the world. This technology has a wide range of applications, such as helping businesses recognize potential customers or identify harmful objects in the environment. The ramifications are profound, as AI-powered object detection completely changes what a conventional CCTV camera is capable of....

June 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1130 words · Charles Murphy

How I've Customized My Instagram Notifications to Be Less Annoying

Quick Links Customizing your Instagram notifications can significantly enhance your mobile experience. It can also stop you from spending too much time on the app, especially when you never intended to open it. Here’s how I’ve customized my Instagram notifications to be less irritating. 1Turning Off All Reel Suggestions Reels are one of Instagram’s biggest time-sucks. You’re putting yourself at a huge disadvantage if you let the app send you suggestions via your push notifications, which is why I switched these off as part of mysocial media reintegration strategy....

June 9, 2025 · 5 min · 928 words · Tracy Thompson

How To Beat Tiger Vanguard Boss In Black Myth: Wukong (Chapter 2)

The Tiger Vanguard is a boss fight in the second chapter ofBlack Myth: Wukong. They are a powerful encounter within theCrouching Tiger Temple, and should likely be the final battle you attempt in the chapter. By waiting to complete this fight, you’ll have acquired items, power, and knowledge to have an easier time. Still, expect to perish several times as you learn Tiger Vanguard’s attack patterns and how to avoid them....

June 9, 2025 · 4 min · 777 words · Eric Lee