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While I know VLC is more than a video player, over time, I’ve found it to be bare-bones and could be improved. So I went digging and found some extensions that have changed how I interact with my content, and it would be so selfish of me not to share them with you. Before I get into these plugins, you need to know how to install them in VLC, which is straightforward but does require some manual work. First, download the plugin file (.lua) from the official VLC add-ons website or a trusted repository. Then, navigate to your VLC extensions…

We’ve come a long way since some of the best phones around were also some of the ugliest phones around. Extendable antennae kicked the bucket, screens got injected with glorious colour, and unwieldy keypads were obliterated. The end results, after years of experimentation and design filtration, are rather uniform. But it took a lot of mistakes to get there. Some phones were beaten with ugly sticks. Others were born with genetic mutations. And a select few were summoned in circles of fire, entering this earth to the haunting rhythm of arcane chanting. Prepare to claw your eyes out. Best upcoming…

Apple Vision Pro was in the works for a long time. But the reaction from both users and developers has been somewhat underwhelming over the last couple of years, even if the technology on board has to be experienced to be believed (the Wall Street Journal published a particular damning article from users’ perspectives). What it can do is simply incredible. Late last year Apple debuted a second version of the Vision Pro headset with the latest M5 chip – but when will we get a genuine successor? After all, the M5 version is still called Apple Vision Pro rather…

Whether you’ve been using Fire OS for years or are just getting started, you’ll eventually face a choice for your streaming entertainment: stick with the Fire TV Stick or jump to the Fire TV Cube. I recently found myself facing this dilemma. Ultimately, I recognized that the Fire TV Cube was a better fit for my household. It might be for you, too. The Fire TV Stick, available in several formats and price points, has long been marketed as an affordable streaming dongle ideal for budget-conscious consumers seeking to upgrade their older televisions with 4K HDR support and basic Amazon…

TVs have improved by leaps and bounds in recent years. Since flat-panel models became the norm, they have continued to get thinner, smarter, and more visually impressive. Unfortunately, the sound quality lags behind, and a soundbar is an essential addition to achieve the full audiovisual experience. Yet even then, I’d often find myself riding the volume button to find the right balance between inaudible whispers and deafening explosions. If this sounds familiar, the problem is likely your soundbar. More specifically, the issue is likely related to the small number on your soundbar’s box that indicates the channel count. The difference…

Google TV is like any other smart TV where you can install your favorite streaming apps, play a few lightweight games, and enjoy screensavers when you’re not watching anything. And for the longest time, I used my Google TV for only these things. But Google TV is full of useful features that can improve navigation, make better use of those remote buttons, and even turn your TV into a second screen for your phone or computer. All of these features together have simply changed the way I use my smart TV. Use apps-only mode Enjoy a distraction-free home screen Screenshot…

I made a one-of-one Swatch last week. It’s genuinely unique, and the tool behind it is called AI-DADA. We covered the service at the end of last year, but now Swatch is rolling it out across Europe and Turkey from today. I tried AI-DADA early at a launch event in Paris, fully expecting a glitzy party and a lot of brand chat. What I got instead was something genuinely fun – and surprisingly easy to use. AI-DADA is Swatch’s take on AI-powered personalisation. You type a prompt, it thinks for about a minute, and out comes a unique watch design…

Looking to buy a smart plug? We’ve rounded up the best smart plug for you right here. Scroll down, see which ones fit your needs, and enjoy making your traditional tech that little bit smarter. Want to turn your lamp on and off without fumbling for the cord? Or do you want to up the ante with energy monitoring or Siri, Alexa or Google Assistant voice support? Whatever your motivation, you’ll find what you need below. Smart plugs are ideal for bringing smarts to lamps and other non-smart lighting. They’re also great for controlling when things like music systems or…

This Valentine’s Day, do yourself a favour: don’t watch Notting Hill for the 15th time. Sleepless in Seattle? So soporific! Maid in Manhattan? Made me drowsy, more like. Anything starring Matthew McConaughey in the early noughties? Not very naughty at all. If you and your significant other are looking for some timely movie entertainment that isn’t predictable, unadventurous or twee, read on – because we’ve scoured the streaming services for films that look at love, lust, romance and relationships in refreshingly different ways. Scott Pilgrim vs The World Still recovering from a rough breakup, unemployed Toronto slacker and part-time bass player…

Roses are red, violets are blue…if you need gift ideas, we’ve got a few. If you hadn’t realised, it’s almost Valentine’s Day 2025. Sure, you shouldn’t need an annual calendar reminder to nudge you into an arbitrary display of affection. But it never hurts to treat your sweetheart. Whether you’re shopping for an old flame or a new fling, you’ll find a fitting gift in the list below. From massage guns to flowers, each item has been picked for its romantic potential. And because it’ll still be useful once the throes of February passion have passed. 1. Hotel Chocolat With…