‘Mario Tennis Aces’ review

“Why you may trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ Never has a game console been more suited to tennis than the Nintendo Switch. Its portability makes it a great option for getting in a match or two on the go, and its motion control features allow even the least experienced players to get in on the action....

July 6, 2025 · 6 min · 1224 words · Alison Alvarez

10 Most-Anticipated Sci-Fi Books Coming Out In July 2024

Summary July 2024 will be a great month forsci-fi, with several highly anticipated books arriving on bookstore shelves. From space operas to speculative thrillers, the coming month means a great many options for those looking for something new to read during the summer. Of course, there are also a few long-awaited sequels to established book series on the way, which means July is when readers can finally dive back into these beloved sci-fi worlds....

July 5, 2025 · 8 min · 1656 words · Robert Smith

8 things to do before giving your older family member an iPhone or iPad

One of the best gifts you can give someone, especially in today’s connected world, is anew iPhoneoriPad. After all, these are devices that come equipped withiOSoriPadOS, respectively, which are fairly intuitive and easy to use for most people. For the most part, getting an iPhone or iPad set up the way you want it is a simple affair. However, if you’re giving an older person in your family a new iPhone or iPad, it may prove a bit more difficult since they may not be fully tech-literate....

July 5, 2025 · 7 min · 1471 words · Marissa Frazier

Acer exec says mini-LED is the next display revolution, and it’s coming soon

Monitors have been behind in innovation for a long time. PC enthusiasts and gamers have watched waves of technological advancement come to televisions, smartphones, and just about every other device with a screen. Meanwhile, we’ve had 1080p IPS monitors for as long as most can remember. But that’s changing.Monitors are finally getting interesting— whether that’s embracing new display technologies or pushing higher resolutions. In an exclusive interview with the president of digital displays at Acer, we spoke about where this excitement came from and which technologies will be the most dominant in the next few years....

July 5, 2025 · 5 min · 923 words · Philip Thompson

Amazon introduces a portable, battery-powered Echo smart speaker in India

Amazon has introduced the first portable, Echo-branded smart speaker in India. Called the Echo Input Portable Smart Speaker Edition, it functions largely like any other Echo device with the exception of a built-in 4,800mAh battery. That means it doesn’t constantly need to be plugged into a power source and can last for up to 10 hours before you have to top it up again. “Portability has been one of the most requested features in India....

July 5, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Stephanie Mosley

Apple WWDC 2019: How to watch the keynote and see the latest announcements

Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference(WWDC) kicks off Monday, June 3 at 10 a.m. PT or 1 p.m. ET — and it’s safe to say that we’re excited to see what Apple has to offer. We’ve already sharedwhat we expect to seeat the event, and while nothing is certain, it’s safe to assume we’ll be taking a look at the next generation of the iPhone’s software iniOS 13, improvements to MacOS, and even the possibility of a newMac Pro desktop— a product line that hasn’t seen a refresh since 2013....

July 5, 2025 · 3 min · 532 words · Nicholas Watts

Autonomous sub videos the underside of an Antarctic glacier for the first time

The glaciers of Antarctica have a tremendous influence on the climate worldwide, as their melting contributes to considerable sea-level rises. But it’s hard to know the extent to which glaciers are being affected by climate change because the region is changing so quickly. But scientists have a tool to help them in this mission: The Icefin autonomous underwater vehicle, which has just captured the view from underneath the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica for the first time....

July 5, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Pamela Nunez MD

Best Buy cut $150 off this 2-in-1 Chromebook for back to school

The Acer Chromebook Spin 714 combines the best ofChromebook dealsand2-in-1 laptop dealsin a powerful device that will help boost the productivity of students. It’s an excellent choice if you’re looking to equip your child for the new school year, especially since it’s on sale from Best Buy with a $150 discount that brings its price down to $550 from its original price of $700. There’s no telling when the offer expires or until how long stocks will last though, so if you want to take advantage of this bargain, you need to complete your purchase right now....

July 5, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Daniel Butler

Best Buy discounts KitchenAid blenders, food processors, brewers, and mixers

The thought of not being able to go outside may be stifling. On the plus side, it’s as good a time as ever to get into hobbies and do stuff around the house we’d normally put off for another day. Since dining out is hardly an option, we can shift our focus to the kitchen and try learning to make the food we’re craving for. With Best Buy’s KitchenAid deals, you can bulk up your kitchen arsenal with some of the best equipment you’d find in today’s market for a fraction of what it usually costs....

July 5, 2025 · 6 min · 1212 words · Cameron Smith

Best K-dramas based on real-life serial killers

Best K-dramas based on real-life serial killers When it comes to serial killers and crime, K-dramas know how to keep fans hooked, but a few storylines instill more fear as some are based on or inspired by real-life serial killers. South Korea is no stranger to historic killers, some more notorious than others. In 2021,Netflix released The Raincoat Killer: Chasing a Predator in Korea. It told the harrowing story and investigation into Yoo Young-chul, one of the country’s worst of the worst....

July 5, 2025 · 5 min · 919 words · Jeffrey Zimmerman

BO6 & Warzone Season 2 Reloaded devs respond to player backlash on failed weapon buffs & nerfs

BO6 & Warzone Season 2 Reloaded devs respond to player backlash on failed weapon buffs & nerfs Black Ops 6 and Warzone shook up the meta in Season 2 Reloaded by introducing several long-awaited weapon buffs and nerfs, but the changes didn’t translate as expected. InBO6 multiplayer, Treyarch buffed the GPR 91, Feng 82, melee weapons, sniper rifles, and some marksman rifles. As forWarzone, Raven Software made wide-sweeping weapon changes, including a nerf to the Model L and C9 and buffs for the Kompakt 92 and Cypher 091....

July 5, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Nicole Owens

Check out NASA’s top skywatching tips for this month

NASA has just shared its monthly update on what to look out for in the night sky. October looks to be a busy time, with our moon, several planets, and a few stars all featuring in the space agency’s list of highlights. It’s worth noting that the recommendations below can be enjoyed with the naked eye, so no fancy equipment is needed. Having said that, if you have binoculars or a telescope at hand, by all means, use them to enhance your skywatching experience....

July 5, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Jennifer Baker

Competitors question Trek’s claims about its new bike helmet tech

Last month,TrekandBontragerunveileda line of new cycling helmetsthat are reportedly a significant upgrade in terms of safety. In fact, according to Trek the helmets are 48 times more effective at preventing concussions as compared to traditional models using EPS foam to provide protection. These improvements come courtesy of a new technology known asWaveCel, which is said to be highly effective at absorbing and redirecting the energy that is created as a result of an impact....

July 5, 2025 · 4 min · 675 words · William Robinson