How to change the oil in your car

Running out of oil is one of the quickest ways to ruin an engine, but not changing it can have the same effect over time. Oil gets dirty as it runs through your engine, and it loses some of its ability to keep things slick. Further reading Generally speaking, on modern vehicles you need tochange your oilevery 7,500 miles or every couple of years (3,000 miles is still valid for older models)....

May 31, 2025 · 7 min · 1417 words · William Clay

How to unlock and use the Gunner specialization in The Division 2

One of the early major content updates toThe Division 2added a new specialization to the looter shooter. Dubbed Gunner, the fourth specialization lets you wield a powerful minigun, lob Riot Foam grenades, and use the disorienting Banshee item. Here’s how to unlock and use the Gunner specialization. Further Reading: How to unlock Gunner Since specializations areendgameclasses, you won’t be able to see or access the Gunner specialization if you haven’t completed the campaign....

May 31, 2025 · 4 min · 717 words · William Frederick

How to use the Activity Monitor on Mac

Are you looking for a way to view app activity and resource management on your Mac? There’s a special app for that: Activity Monitor. Here’s how to control yourMacOSapps with the Activity Monitor, and how to find all sorts of helpful info it can show you at any time. Difficulty What You Need Computer with updated MacOS How do you open the Activity Monitor on Macs? Activity Monitor can be quickly access and even pinned to your Dock for frequent access....

May 31, 2025 · 5 min · 982 words · Danielle Mcintyre

I tried Android 14 on my OnePlus 11 — and I’m not impressed

Android 14is in the final stages of development, and its first stable version is set to release later this month. As a result, Android phone brands are starting to unleash previews of their upcoming software upgrades based on the Android 14 beta, allowing select users to try out forthcoming features before other people. After Samsung opened upOne UI 6 betafor a limited number of devices earlier this month, OnePlus is giving us a peek at its upcoming OxygenOS 14 beta based on Android 14....

May 31, 2025 · 9 min · 1892 words · Frank Smith

I use these simple printer tips to save money on ink and toner

The cost of a printer can range from under $100 for somegood, low-cost inkjet printersto several hundred forthe best color laser printers.However, the price you pay upfront doesn’t include paper, and the included ink and toner only lasts so long. A bargain printer can end up costing you more overall if the cartridges are small and replacements are expensive. Follow these tips to minimize ink, toner, and paper waste, reducing the ongoing expense of using your printer in the long run....

May 31, 2025 · 4 min · 812 words · Clinton Merritt

IEM Sydney 2023 meant more to Australia than just the first Counter-Strike 2 tournament

IEM Sydney 2023 meant more to Australia than just the first Counter-Strike 2 tournament IEM Sydney 2023has wrapped up, and in our talks with Australian players and talents, it’s clear it meant more to the scene than just the first Counter-Strike 2 tournament. IEM hadn’t come back down to Australia since 2019, and in 2023’s IEM Sydney, ESL marketed the event as“The Big Reunion,”complete with a kangaroo hugging a CT. However, leading up to the event, it was more than just any old IEM tournament....

May 31, 2025 · 7 min · 1450 words · Brian Murray

If graphics cards don’t need it, what’s the point of PCIExpress 4?

PCIe 4 is finally here. AMD’s upcomingRyzen 3000 generation of CPUsare backwards compatible with most first and second-generation, 300 and 400 series motherboards. But the 500 series, and more specificallythe X570 chipset, introduces some exciting features, including support for PCIe 4.0. But considering graphics cards of today don’t even max out PCIE 3.0, and many of AMD’s flagship X470 motherboards from 2018 actually ran PCIE 2.0, is there really much point to the new standard?...

May 31, 2025 · 7 min · 1291 words · Craig Morales

iPhone 17 Pro’s rumored camera upgrade could pip Google and Samsung’s best

Apple is merely a few weeks away from launching theiPhone 17 series, and so far, most of the hype has been focused on the rumored design refresh. There’s also a considerable amount of hype around theiPhone 17 Air, but it seems the iPhone 17 Pro could steal the thunder with its zoom capture chops. What’s the big take? The “Pro” iPhones have traditionally focused on high-end camera output and demanding software-based tricks to go with it....

May 31, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Mark Anderson

Kids bored at home? Treat them to a PS4 or Xbox One on the cheap

If your kids are bored at home because of self-isolation brought on by the novel coronavirus — COVID-19 — consider keeping them entertained with a shiny newgaming console,like the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. Who knows? Maybe it’ll alleviate your own boredom as well. Here, we’ve rounded up some of the best PlayStation 4 andXbox One dealsavailable right now — and with pricing starting as low as $160, there’s bound to be something for everyone....

May 31, 2025 · 5 min · 870 words · Stephanie Smith

Literally All the Avengers Agree On Their Strongest Member (& It’s Not Thor)

Summary TheAvengersis one of the world’s strongest teams,boasting literal gods, super geniuses, and more. Although there are plenty of extraordinary heroes to choose from, only one gets a spot at the top of everyone’s dream team:Captain America.Steve Rogers has proven himself invaluable as a fighter and a leader, and Iron Man and Thor know that all Avengers are willing to fight at his side. Avengers (2018)#21 – written by Jason Aaron, with art by Jason Masters – features Thor and Iron Man enjoying some much-needed respite, following many hard battles....

May 31, 2025 · 4 min · 670 words · Christian Velasquez

Magic: The Gathering Commander bans cause price apocalypse for most sought after cards

Magic: The Gathering Commander bans cause price apocalypse for most sought after cards Magic the Gathering’s most popular format Commander was hit by some shocking bans by the rules committee yesterday – and it’s having a real-world effect on collections as some of the most sought-after cards have lost enormous value overnight. In a postmade by the Commander rules committee yesterday, it was announced that Mana Crypt, Dockside Extortionist, and Jewelled Lotus (alongside Nadu, Winged Wisdom) were all getting banned across the format....

May 31, 2025 · 3 min · 499 words · Larry Espinoza

McLaren’s latest supercar has 804 horsepower and no roof

The McLaren Ultimate Series is aptly named. It already includes the P1 hybrid andSennatrack car, as well as the upcomingSpeedtail. How can McLaren top those? With a high-performance two-seat roadster named Elva. If you want to put one of these supercars in your garage, you’ll need a lot of cash — and a lot of sunscreen. The name Elva is derived from the French “elle va,” which translates into English as “she goes....

May 31, 2025 · 3 min · 455 words · Melissa Dorsey

Nicholas Galitzine ate eye-watering number of calories for He-Man transformation

Nicholas Galitzine ate eye-watering number of calories for He-Man transformation Thelive-actionversion of Masters of the Universe has now wrapped filming, and star Nicholas Galitzine has revealed an eye-watering secret about his superhero diet. While he hasn’t been as prominent as a mainMarvelorDCsuperhero, He-Man has been around and kicking since the 1980s. Our blonde-haired beauty hails from the Masters of the Universe… ahem, universe, taking various forms from the OG comics to now fairly dated-looking animation....

May 31, 2025 · 3 min · 520 words · Sheila Harrison