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Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.

I love movies, and I love games. So you'd think I'd love games that are based on movie licenses. The only problem is that, historically, movie tie-in games have been terrible.

Acer makes awesome computers, and its latest range of gaming laptops looks amazing. But the company also unveiled a desktop PC among those computers—and not only does it sit in an awkward place in Acer's lineup, but it has reasons to do so as well compared to other SFF computers.

I don't buy new TVs or monitors often, but when I do I like to put them through their paces like anyone else. For me, the best way to do this is watching a few of my favorite movies that pose one or another visual challenge.

After about a month of testing, the full release of Fedora Linux 42 is finally here, bringing with it a bunch of upgrades and improvements for all of its many spins and editions.

Most everyone knows that the Northern Lights are gorgeous, but what actually is this phenomenon, and where does it come from? The answer involves a lot of science mumbo-jumbo, but don't worry—I'll break it down, and tell you the best way to see the Northern Lights in person.

DALL-E has been replaced by a new image-generation engine under GPT-4o, and boy is it a big jump. There seems to be little this new image generation tech can't do, but what about adding color to old black and white photos?

Are you a GNOME user wondering if your current Linux distro is the best way to experience the popular desktop environment? Do you want to test other distros but don't know where to start? Well, here are the top five Linux distros using GNOME that deserve your attention!

The official reveal of Nintendo Switch 2 details has come as a flurry, and all the information at once can be pretty hard to handle. Now that the dust has settled, there are a few things that are worth knowing about this console that were either glossed over in the main video, or relegated to supplementary material.

I've been quite skeptical of noise-canceling technology for years. My cheap earbuds did a decent job of passively blocking noise, so I figured Active Noise Cancelation (ANC) wasn't worth the extra cost. However, a quick test of ANC immediately changed my mind.

I fell in love with Monument Valley back when I first reviewed it for Android Police in 2014, and while it's not the kind of title I've spent a lot of time with since, it has spawned a love for similar types of games.

From the first announcement of the Switch 2, it's been a pretty universal assumption that the Nintendo Switch 2 would be backwards compatible with games from the Switch. Similar to the DS and 3DS, or Gamecube and Wii.

Bluetooth is pretty much omnipresent these days. It’s in our phones, our headphones, and yeah, even our cars. It’s supposed to be the ultimate convenience, but why do I still often reach for an aux cable instead?

Ubuntu may get the limelight a lot in Linux circles, but it has several cousins. One of them is Kubuntu Linux, and it has some unique qualities that might lead you to make it your primary operating system.

There are numerous ways to control most games, and, of course, you should pick the type of control scheme that works the best for you. However, I think a lot of people overlook the humble D-pad as an option—always opting for an analog stick.

Most of us have a piece of tech that's laughably outdated, but we still refuse to let it go for one reason or another. For me, it's an old 40-inch Sony Bravia TV I bought used back in 2018. I just can’t bring myself to let it go. Here’s why.

Apple's modern Mac lineup is one of the market's most power-efficient and powerful range of computers, but it's normal for older models to show signs of aging by slowing down. Like old age, it comes to us all eventually.

When it comes to your homelab, there are two main technologies at play when it comes to running your services: virtual machines and Docker containers. Here's a breakdown of what makes them different, and which you should use in your homelab.

Apple's new Food section, available to News+ subscribers in iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4 or later, has won me over with its approachable, superbly designed interface. Recipes from renowned food publishers are presented in a clear and concise manner.

Are you tired of everyone recommending a new Linux distro claiming it's the best? Are you wondering which one of these best distros is actually aligned with your needs and requirements? Well, let me spotlight five popular Linux distros and what they do, so you can finally make your choice!