Author: Press Room
I’m a thrifty spender, so when streaming services started having ad-supported tiers, I hopped on the bandwagon. It was primarily to save money and still have access to content, but there were unexpected benefits, too. It’s a Positive Force On My Streaming Habits Ever since I stopped binge-watching content, my viewing experience has been exponentially better, and part of that is because I despise ads. I know that may sound weird at first. Then, why buy the ad-supported tier, right? I can stomach a few ads here and there (and I don’t watch them, anyway, but we’ll get to that…
With the game console launch equivalent of a whisper, Nintendo unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2. It looks every inch the Nintendo Switch 1.1. Take the original, make it a bit bigger, and (presumably) add more powerful innards. Ta-da! The next-generation Nintendo console. Which very much resembles its predecessor. And you know what? That’s all right with me. It’s not that I don’t care about innovation in gaming. As someone who’s been pushing buttons since the original Space Invaders, I’m all for novel things over stagnation. I don’t want gaming to get boring. Previous Craig even wrote a column about that, albeit with the following…
Have you ever wanted to turn ChatGPT into a witty, opinionated, and poetic chatbot? Now you can. OpenAI is making it easier to give the chatbot a number of custom traits. ChatGPT A new UI for ChatGPT’s custom instructions menu is rolling out to ChatGPT.com and the Windows desktop app. It will arrive to the mobile and Mac desktop ChatGPT apps in the next few weeks. In the revamped menu, you can now customize what ChatGPT should call you and provide information about your profession. You can also select from traits ChatGPT should have. Those include chatty, witty, opinionated, straight…
From in-ears to over-ears, closed-back and open-back, there are plenty of wired headphones options out there. They’re ideal if you’d rather have the reliable, charge-free, and tactile experience of a cable-toting pair of cans or buds. While Bluetooth headphones have become the norm, audiophiles and people who’d rather not have to deal with charging another gadget still flock to wired headphones to get their audio fix. With so many different options available, choosing the right ones for you can be tricky. That’s why we’ve rounded up our top pick of the best wired headphones, to help make your decision that…
So after weeks of leaks, the Nintendo Switch 2 officially exists. And yet it’s hard not to be in two minds about it. That’s partly down to all the industry leaks that have resulted in there being little to be surprised ahead of the official announcement. But even with Nintendo finally deciding to show its hand with a trailer lasting 2 minutes and 22 seconds (see what they did there), it also manages to be frustratingly vague, with no information on actual specifics like specs, price, or release date. Bring it all back Nonetheless, one quick sigh of relief is…
Summary The Amazon Echo Show 21 combines a Fire TV, Alexa device, and smart home hub in one great package. A large 21-inch TV with a clear display looks great and is perfect for somewhere like a kitchen. The sound quality from the Echo Show 21 is decent but could be better. In more than 10 years, the Amazon Echo has grown up—literally. While it’s costly compared to similar devices, the new Amazon Echo Show 21 combines the best parts of Amazon’s ecosystem—Fire TV, Alexa, and smart home control—in one well-designed package. Amazon Echo Show 21 The Amazon Echo Show…
FiLMiC Pro OK, so this one’s not an editor – it’s a camera. But then if you want great footage, you should look further afield than your phone’s built-in camera app. This one powers up your thumbs with dials to control focus, exposure and zoom. In fact, this one’s full-on tinkerer bliss. You can adjust frame rates, aspect ratio and white balance. Live analytics warn about clipping so you don’t ruin a once-in-a-lifetime shot. Found the perfect set-up? Save it as a custom preset for future work. Still not enough? Then grab the IAP cinematographer kit – £10.49 on Android;…
Looking to buy the best mid-range laptop? It’s a smart move. Why splurge over a grand on a machine if you won’t fully utilise all its premium features? Like mid-range phones, mid-range laptops once meant compromises in performance and speed, but fortunately, technology has come a long way. Today, you can find sleek, fast notebooks for around US$700 / £700 or less, offering more than enough power to handle both work and entertainment. In other words, unless you’re after the ultimate gaming laptop or need a high-end laptop for video rendering, opting for a well-priced laptop with impressive – though…
Like your smartphone, your Android TV can become sluggish after a while. This happens for various reasons, such as running outdated software or lack of cache data. So, if you’ve noticed your Android TV is running slow, use these seven ways to help speed it up. 1 Clear Cache and Delete Unnecessary Files Cache refers to temporary app data that your device stores to allow faster initialization after powering up. Cache is good as it reduces the need for apps to fetch the same information from the internet, leading to better app performance. Pre-cached animations can also make navigating the…
Nintendo saved a dying handheld console market back in 2017 when it launched the Nintendo Switch. The little hybrid console that could had a great run, playing host to some all-time classic games – but its time is now running short: the Nintendo Switch 2 is official, and coming very soon. The firm officially confirmed the handheld’s existence with a two-minute YouTube trailer highlighting some of its new features – and teasing an all new Mario Kart game – following several high-profile leaks. It held plenty back for a full reveal due later this Spring, but until then we’ve got…