Author: Press Room
Television can be a tricky format to pull off, which is a big reason why a lot of would-be shows never really make it to the finish line. Even when something is lucky enough to get to the promised land of television sets or streaming devices around the world, there’s no guarantee of success. Yet even some of the most acclaimed or popular shows out there didn’t exactly start out hitting the ground running. Sometimes, it can take a minute for long-form entertainment, such as television, to find its proper footing. I know that , for me personally, there have…
I absolutely love watching movies, especially feel-good ones. There’s something incredibly captivating about being transported to different worlds and experiencing diverse stories. However, what really frustrates me are films that contain significant plot holes. Sometimes, I can look past them with some suspension of disbelief. However, there are instances where the plot holes are so glaring that they completely undermine the narrative. When a film’s logic fails to hold up, it takes me out of the experience and leaves me questioning the intentions of the filmmakers. Over the years, numerous films have been released that have had significant plot holes.…
A good plot or a well-written story are all valid enough reasons to get hooked on a new show, obviously, but they’re not the only reasons. Sometimes, the right cast can bring in the viewers, and it doesn’t really matter what kind of story surrounds them. A combination of the two is obviously the most ideal, but not altogether necessary. Which is why I’ve been so obsessed with ensemble shows lately. Sometimes I just want to turn my brain off, or at least down, and focus on great actors chewing up the scenery. And I’ve found a surprising number of…
When it comes to home entertainment, I have always focused primarily on the big-ticket items, such as my flat-panel TV, soundbar/subwoofer combo, and gaming console. I didn’t pay much attention to what connects them all together. For years, I bought the cheapest HDMI cables, assuming that they were good value and did pretty much the same job—and for the most part, they did. However, as technology improved, I noticed some issues starting to appear, such as a flickering screen or gaming lag. As a musician who has always insisted on using the best-quality gold-plated connectors for my audio gear, it…
Looking for the best robot lawn mower? You are? Good. You’re in the right place. Whether you detest manual labour or simply don’t have the time to meticulously manage your lawn, there’s no shame in picking up a robot lawn mower to help make your life go that little bit smoother. Some will work with your smart speaker, too. We’ve rounded up a selection of the best auto mowers below, including traditional ones that require laying down a boundary wire (to prevent them from rolling off into the sunset), and more high-tech versions which make use of fancy GPS, cameras,…
Back in 2021, Spotify announced it would let everyone “listen to their favourite songs the way artists intended”. Which was a bit rich, because artists probably didn’t intend for you to experience their life’s work through a service that pays them peanuts. Fortunately, what Spotify actually meant was the audio quality was about to go up, due to Spotify Lossless hi-fi streams. First they were coming as a premium tier. Then they didn’t show up at all. Meanwhile, Apple and Amazon simultaneously guffawed and torched Spotify’s business plan by sneakily rolling out lossless audio for free. I imagine this was followed by sheer panic…
If you’re to be pedantic, Mario, the most iconic gaming character has different birthdays. Created by Shigeru Miyamoto, he first appeared as an unnamed character in Nintendo’s arcade hit Donkey Kong in 1981 (later named Jumpman in US arcades) before spinning off with his own arcade game Mario Bros. in 1983. But it wasn’t until Super Mario Bros. on the NES console, released in Japan 40 years ago today that he really became the platforming plumber we all know and love. What better way to celebrate this milestone anniversary than to rank the ten best Super Mario games that have…
I love Spotify Wrapped, as do most Spotify users. The stats are fun to look at, and it’s great to compare your data with your friends and family. When Wrapped rolls out towards the end of November each year, my socials are filled with people comparing their most listened-to tracks and artists, or marveling at how Spotify classifies genres, with some truly wild word-salad combos. But it’s just not enough. I wanted to know about all of my Spotify stats; just how much Spotify have I listened to since I created my account? That’s where Spotigraph, the Spotify Data Visualizer,…
Chatbots are everywhere, and we’re all using them for every task under the sun. But how about stopping you from clicking on a scam email, or any other type of scam message, for that matter? The AI-powered chatbot in your pocket or on your computer is much more useful than just creating funny images or helping you write an essay. It can easily help you spot a scam before you fall prey to it, making sure your data, private information, and even bank account are secure from threat. The only question is, which chatbot is the best at spotting a…
With so many streaming options available, including ones being offered at a great value, it’s easy to get lost among the latest releases. Perhaps we’ve been doing it all wrong. What if the next great movie to enjoy isn’t something new? Instead, it could be a film you remember watching with your grandparents, or an old title you’ve heard about but have never watched. There’s a growing list of streaming video apps that give you access to vintage films. But of all the choices, one app cuts above the competition: Watch TCM. What is Watch TCM? I’m a little surprised…