Microsoft is digging itself a hole by giving away free Surface Docks

Technology companies sometimes do things that leave me scratching my head. I wrote about one example in mySurface Book 2 editorial, where I outlined a few of the reasons why I regret purchasing the innovative but inherently flawed 2-in-1 device. Now, Microsoft has done it again, with its latest offer of afree Surface Dockwith the purchase of a Surface Book 2. You might be wondering what I have against the company offering a promotion like this....

July 8, 2025 · 4 min · 806 words · Larry Floyd

New Doctor Strange 2 featurette offers a glimpse of madness

Prior to various COVID-related delays,Doctor Strange in the Multiverse on Madnesswas actually supposed to come out beforeSpider-Man: No Way Home. But flipping the films around in the schedule has proven to be very fortuitous, sinceNo Way Homehas given theDoctor Strangesequel a very compelling lead-in. Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) was foolish enough to meddle with the fabric of the multiverse itself when he tried to help Peter Parker/Spider-Man. Now, the bill has come due....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 350 words · Connie Rose

New monitors from Philips are sleek, color-accurate, cost less than $200

If you’re a creative who wants a solid, color-accurate monitor that won’t cost a fortune, Phillips’new 2018 E-Serieslook like an intriguing option. The new line of monitors offers ultra-narrow bezels with IPS panels that features realistic color reproduction great for color sensitive work such as photography or videography. Offered in three different sizes — 22-inch, 24-inch, and 27-inch — the new lineup starts at only $110 and is available onNewEgg starting today, September 18....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 378 words · Darlene Blanchard

One Piece Chapter 1128 has exciting Harry Potter reference

One Piece Chapter 1128 has exciting Harry Potter reference One Piece Chapter 1128 introduces a new adventure as it features a magical Harry Potter nod, so here’s what you need to know. One Piecemanga has concluded itsEgghead Arcbut the crew falls into mysterious circumstances after separating. Two days after setting sail, Luffy, Nami, Zoro, Sanji, Usopp, and Chopper disappear from the ship while the rest of the crew members worry about their friends....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Robert Walker

Pentax Star Series 11-18mm F2.8 promises sharp shots for astrophotography

Ricoh announced two new lenses on Thursday, January 31, for Pentax K-mount DSLRs, including the high-end DA Star Series11-18mm F2.8 ED DC AW, a $1,400 wide-angle zoom for itsAPS-Ccameras. The second lens, the FA 35mm F2, is built for full-frame DSLRs like theK-1 Mark II. Not part of the premium Star Series, that lens carries a much more modest price of $400. Both lenses are advertised for outdoor photography, a market niche Ricoh-Pentax has focused on with rugged, weather-resistant camera bodieseven on its entry-level models....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Yvonne Lee

Persona 5: The Phantom X classroom questions & answers

Persona 5: The Phantom X classroom questions & answers As it goes with mostPersona games, you’ll have to answer a few tricky classroom questions, andPersona 5: The Phantom Xis no different. When you’re not in intense battles, pulling onthe game’s banner,redeeming codes, or just grabbing as many characters as you can, you’re likely sitting in school. Look, no one said being a hero meant you could give up on your education....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 333 words · John Smith

Pokemon Go players achieve massive 12-hour Adventure Incense with Dialga trick

Pokemon Go players achieve massive 12-hour Adventure Incense with Dialga trick The Pokemon Go Road to Sinnoh event welcomed some new powers and features to the game and Pokemon Go players are already using these new abilities for some amazing tricks. Niantic recently confirmed thatPokemon Gowould be getting an exciting new feature, as theTimeless Travels seasonand the addition of Origin Forme Palkia and Dialga ushered in the new features, known as Adventure Effects....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Anthony Smith

Pokémon showed why it’s still unstoppable in 2022

RememberTemtem, the monster-taming MMO that got its 1.0 release earlier this year? Don’t feel too bad if you don’t. What was once hailed as the “Pokémon killer” officially launched in September too little fanfare. Despite the initial spike in interest after its early access release, it didn’tquitereach the cultural status of the game it was trying to build on. Meanwhile,Pokémon ScarletandVioletbroke records as Nintendo’s fastest-selling games of all time, despite being the most heavily criticized entries in the series’ history due to performance issues and glitches....

July 8, 2025 · 6 min · 1125 words · William Taylor

Quentin Tarantino pictured doing Barbenheimer

Quentin Tarantino pictured doing Barbenheimer Over the weekend, thousands of people flocked to theatres for the unlikeliest double bill: Barbie and Oppenheimer, aka Barbenheimer – and that includes none other than Quentin Tarantino. WithGreta Gerwig’s BarbieandChristopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer– movies that are worlds apart in themes and aesthetics – dropping on the same day, this summer was originally positioned to be thebattle of the blockbusters. However, film lovers soon realized the opportunity to watch them in tandem for what can only be described as a truly unique cinematic experience....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 392 words · Laura Shelton

Remaining BTS members devastate fans after enlisting in military training

Remaining BTS members devastate fans after enlisting in military training BTS members V, RM, Jimin, and Jungkook enlisted in the military, and fans are devastated. In 2022, news broke that the popular K-pop group BTS would begoing on hiatusdue to military enlistment requirements. Several band members have already begun their military duties. Jin, SUGA, and j-hope enlisted in service earlier in 2023. Now, the last few band members are set tostart their trainingin December 2023....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · Billy Steele

Resident Evil 3 demo out now, open beta set for Resistance

Xbox One and PlayStation 4 owners can now check out what improvements Capcom has made to its upcomingResident Evil 3remake. A freeResident Evil 3demo is now available on both the PlayStation Store and Xbox Live. That’s not the only taste of survival horror that the Japanese publisher has in store for players, as an open beta forResident Evil Resistance, an asymmetrical multiplayer mode that will launch with the remake, is now available for download (although online servers won’t become available until March 27)....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 397 words · Mary Stephenson

Resident Evil Leaks Hint At The Best Game For A Remake, But It Should Be The Last

Summary Resident Evilfans have been sleuthing and speculating across the internet over the past month after a retail leak hinted toward the future release of several newResident Eviltitles, includingResident Evil 9 andremakes ofResident Evil 5, Zero,andCode: Veronica.The leak has been met with positivity and excitement, though it speaks to a stagnation in Capcom’s strategy for the series. WhileResident Evil 9looks promising, especially given the success ofVillage,the details and priorities regarding remakes are unclear....

July 8, 2025 · 5 min · 977 words · William Berry

Samsung’s 120-inch smart 4K projector is $1,500 off right now

It’s that time of the year: home theater upgrade season. If you’ve been itching to get a bigger TV, a better sound system, or reinvent your TV room entirely,Black Friday dealsare the time to do it. You may be tempted to wait until November 25, butWalmart Black Friday dealshave actually started already. If you want to re-create the cinema experience at home, or you just can’t find a TV big enough, you might just need a massive, high-quality projector....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 314 words · Tammy Alvarez