Author: Press Room

Netflix’s tensest WWII thriller ends before the war even begins

When it comes to historical dramas, there’s little that can compete with World War II. Whether it’s movies, books, or video games, it’s the great historical tragedy that keeps on giving. There are innumerable films about the events of World War II itself, but the lead-up to the biggest military conflict of the 20th century is just as fascinating. That’s the subject of a forgotten Netflix gem that’s due for rediscovery. Munich: The Edge of War brings us to the border of Armageddon The ride up is as tense as the plunge Munich: The Edge of War begins in 1932,…

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I don’t use the YouTube app anymore — it’s all in my media server

YouTube was the entertainment app I used more than any other. The production values regular folks achieve at home are unreal, and that’s before you get to the never-ending array of professionally produced documentaries, music videos, and news channels. The list is almost endless; however, therein lies the problem. I realized I was spending more time deciding what to watch than actually watching it Then it hit me: I already had Plex running for my movies and TV shows. Now, whenever I come across a YouTube video I know I’ll enjoy on the big screen, I save it to my…

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The AI music crackdown has exposed Spotify and Apple Music’s biggest problem

AI is everywhere. And everyone has their line in the sand. They’ll say it’s OK to do ‘this’ thing, yet not ‘that’ thing, with AI. Naturally, what most people consider acceptable tends to be whatever helps them work more efficiently, but not anything that threatens their own livelihood. All of which feels a tad hypocritical – and none of this is leading anywhere good. When I was a youngling, science fiction was full of people loafing about while robots handled the drudge work. But we now live in an age where tech bros, having contributed precious little of cultural value…

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I make these 3 tweaks to every pair of earbuds I buy — they all sound better than stock

Finding the right sound signature for a pair of earbuds isn’t perfect science. Depending on your ear shape, hearing capabilities, and personal preferences, you might prefer the sound of one pair of earbuds over another. If you buy a pair of earbuds off the shelf and neglect to make any customizations to their sound, you’re settling for the sound profile the manufacturer chose — not the one your ears like the best. Luckily, there’s plenty you can do to tweak the sound of your new earbuds to get the results you want. I’ve tested tens of earbuds across all price…

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I’ve seen Lego’s 22 drivable minicars set to take over the British Grand Prix – here’s why they might be a bit more robust than last time

Lego’s minicars are set to break new ground for the drivers’ parade ahead of the British Grand Prix this Sunday – each driver will have their own go-kart- based car to drive about. It’s quite different than the previous iteration of larger Lego cars that debuted in Miami last year where there was a car per team and there were two drivers in each car. Last time out, the drivers quickly seized upon the fact they could drive them like slow bumper cars. And since they were representative of the design of an F1 car there was a lot of…

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How to customize the iPhone Action Button and make it work better for you

Apple replaced the traditional ring/silent switch with the Action Button on the iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max flagship phones and has featured it on each model since, rolling it out across all new iPhones starting with the iPhone 16 range which also featured the Camera Control button for the first time. But what does the Action Button do – and how can you customize what it does? Instead of flicking a switch to set your phone to silent, you now press and hold the button for a haptic feedback response. This is all done via a bespoke interface that’s part of…

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The best fantasy series on HBO isn’t the one everyone is talking about

HBO’s Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon is back for its third season, and by and large, it’s off to a good start. The third season made up for the sluggish pace of Season 2, which opted to end on a series of cliffhangers rather than resolve much of anything, by kicking off with a pair of action-heavy episodes that upended the status quo. It’s good watching, and there’s even better stuff to come. But the show has proven itself unwilling to break with patterns that keep it from being as good as it could be. Meanwhile,…

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A brand new Apple TV 4K 2026 is on the way – and you’ll want it for this key feature

The new Apple TV 4K 2026 – widely expected to launch as the fourth-generation Apple TV 4K – has been a long time coming. The current Apple TV 4K has, after all, diligently punched in and out since its 2022 release, earning the top spot on our best streaming devices list. Now, the Apple rumour mill is in full spin, which means something shiny and new could be imminent – which is precisely why we’ve rounded up some of the most reliable and likely new Apple TV 4K 2026 fourth-gen rumours below. Busy? The biggest changes are tipped to come…

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5 things to consider when matching a watch to your outfit

Getting dressed is a series of small decisions, and which watch you put on your wrist is just as likely to be noticed as the colour of your T-shirt. Get it wrong and it’ll stick out like a sore thumb. Get it right and you’ll feel like a million bucks. But, before we get started, it’s important to remember these ‘rules’ aren’t really rules. They’re more what you’d call ‘guidelines’ (Pirates of the Caribbean anyone?) Here’s what I actually think about before I choose my watch for the day. 1. Match the formality, not just the colour A chronograph with…

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The best free movie app I’ve found was hiding behind my library card

There are only so many hours in the day, so why would you want to spend any of them bored? Sure, there is a time and a place for some peace and quiet when you can pick up a good book and relax. But some people would much rather watch the movie or TV series that the book is based on than do that. Whichever way you land on the never-ending “is the book or the movie better” debate, you have plenty of ways that you can find the movie. In this day and age of streaming, some movies and…

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