Apple reveals the iMac Pro, its most powerful Mac ever

Apple has used itsWWDC 2017 keynoteto unveil the iMac Pro. Not content withupdating the regular line of iMacall-in-one computers, it’s also super-charging the iMac for professionals until a redesigned Mac Pro comes along in 2018. Sitting in the same design as the conventional iMac, the iMac Pro takes things to the next level with a huge amount of power. To make sure that everyone knows you’re using the iMac Pro, it comes in Space Grey, so it looks pretty mean, certainly in the flesh....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 266 words · David Johnson

Batman Producer Tried to Kickstart the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Luke Cage

Comicbook movie fans tend to view theMCUand DCEU as competing entities, but for Hollywood, one successful comic character is much the same as another, and both equally ripe for a movie adaptation, no matter which company the character belongs to. In an interview set during a virtual Wizard World panel with Wuhl, the producer of the 1989Batmanmovie, Michael E. Uslan, revealed that he almost made aLuke Cagemovie soon afterward. “Way back, right after our first Batman movie, I optioned the rights from Marvel toLuke Cage, Hero for Hire....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 469 words · Matthew Smith

BBC iPlayer for Kids: What you need to know about the safe version of iPlayer for children

There’s now a child-orientated version of BBC iPlayer available on certain connected TVs as well as mobile devices. It brings together the best from CBBC and CBeebies. The service is designed to be a safe place where children can only watch content that’s suitable from them from the CBBC and Cbeebies channels. It has a distinctive, bright and bold design that’s much lighter than the dark existence of usual BBC iPlayer....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 296 words · Stacey Brewer

Best Astra Yao Build in Zenless Zone Zero

Quick Links Zenless Zone Zeroadds new and unique characters regularly and one addition to the cast is Astra Yao. She is an S-Rank Support character with the Ether attribute that has what is arguably one of the most unique kits in the game. Astra Yao is capable of doing some decent damage, but her specialty is buffing the other two characters on the team, giving them a boost in damage and allowing quick assists without the normal triggers, in exchange for her being inactive on the team and providing support on the field....

June 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1147 words · Cindy Bates

BitSummit: Let’s Go

While much of what’s shown at shows like BitSummit are ambitious and/or exciting upcoming titles likePepper GrinderandXenotilt,there are quite a few projects that are either simple, already-released passion projects that are still flying under the radar or smaller-scale projects that just don’t garner as much hype. There were plenty of such games to choose from this year, and the following are two of the more memorable ones. Be sure to take a closer look should they manage to spark your interest as well!...

June 21, 2025 · 4 min · 685 words · Joshua Palmer

Check out Pavilion, a high-performance, gorgeously designed wireless speaker

If you’re in the market for a great-looking wireless speaker for your desktop that packs some rather advanced audio technology in a sleek frame, look no further than the Pavilion, a new project that recentlylaunchedon Kickstarter and has already raised almost $50,000 funding out of the $70,000 target. The Pavilion is a high-performance wireless speaker that looks gorgeous. It has a unique D-spiral acoustic system and definitely feels luxurious thanks to the clever use of different materials....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Olivia Becker

Civilization 7's big changes could be just what the series needs

Civilization is the North Star of 4Xstrategy games. Since the original version of Sid Meier’s Civilization first hitPCsin 1991, it has laid the groundwork for an entire genre of strategygames. That’s not going to change anytime soon, with Sid Meier’s Civilization VII (Civilization 7) on the horizon, releasing Jun 01, 2025. I’ve played moreCivilizationthan any other game. I have over 3,000 hours of playtime between Civilization V and VI on Steam....

June 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1241 words · Jeffrey Bell

Did The Chevy SSR Always Have A Corvette Engine Under The Hood? Here's What To Know

Did The Chevy SSR Always Have A Corvette Engine Under The Hood? Here’s What To Know If one were to track the development timeline of any of the major auto manufacturers, you’d see a steady stream of vehicle’s that made it into production, andthose that never got past the “concept car” phase. You’d likely also see that even major automakers occasionally went into production on a make that has concept car written all over it — and that may well have been the case for Chevrolet when it sent the SSR pickup truck to the assembly line....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 532 words · Dalton Estrada

Elon Musk just did something uncontroversial at Twitter

Elon Musk has unveiled a new Twitter feature that lets you see how many times a tweet has been viewed. The company’s new owner and CEO posted about the feature on Thursday, noting that it’s similar to how the platform already shows view counts for videos. “Twitter is rolling out View Count, so you can see how many times a tweet has been seen! This is normal for video,”Musk said. “Shows how much more alive Twitter is than it may seem, as over 90% of Twitter users read, but don’t tweet, reply or like, as those are public actions....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 385 words · Crystal Sherman

Everspace 2 Tips & Tricks for Beginners

Everspace 2 is an action RPG set within the never-ending vacuum of space where players fly spaceships and shoot down enemies. While this sounds simple, the game introduces various mechanics like perks, tradable commodities, ships, and crafting elements, all of which can be daunting at first. If you’re feeling a bit lost in space, fret not—Here’s a comprehensive guide with tips and tricks for beginners in Everspace 2. Best Tips and Tricks for Beginners in Everspace 2 Dismantle weapons and modules As you start collecting better weapons and modules for your ship, you might be tempted to sell your older gear at shops for a quick profit....

June 21, 2025 · 4 min · 793 words · Cheryl Brown

Fact or Fluff: Does Peanut Butter Go Bad?

Does peanut butter go bad? Yes, it can spoil. Discover the signs of bad peanut butter, the risks of eating it, and tips to extend its shelf-life. Stay safe and enjoy your favorite spread. What could be more perfect thanpeanut butter? It’s creamy, crunchy ,salty-sweet, and can be stored at room temperature longer than many pantry food items. Thisnutrient-densepantry staple is packed with essential vitamins, minerals and fats. As an added bonus, peanut butter seems to last forever....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 625 words · Lisa Clark

Favorites Widget, xTiles, Pub Collector and other apps to check out this weekend

Welcome back to another edition of our Apps of the Week roundup. This week we have some great picks for you including an iOS 16 Lock screen widget, a unique note-taker and an app for discovering nearby pubs. And as always, we’ve got a great game for you to check out. Favorites Widget Here’s a neat little utility app for those that have updated to iOS 16. It’s called Favorites Widget, and it takes advantage of the new firmware’s Lock Screen widget feature....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 249 words · Thomas Phillips

FIFA 20 Pre-Season Event Gives Players Rewards for This Year and Next

WithFIFA 21’s release date pushed back due to COVID-19, the team at EA Sports has had to get creative withFIFA 20content to hold fans over. Today, the team kicked off a brand new event called Pre-Season where players can earn rewards for both FUT 20 and FUT 21. It’s a move that might remind some of the stuff the Madden team does; however, this isn’t quite to that level. That said, there is a fair bit to get into....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 550 words · Jorge Mitchell