VideoLAN Client but you know it as VLC is a media client available for Linux, macOS, and Windows. This powerful open-source tool can play stored media and stream it as a server. VideoLAN develops it for desktop platforms, as well as mobile devices. Available for free, the app has been used by millions as a quick, lightweight means to open video files and play music. If you've been looking for a media player, I'll provide some reasons why you should consider giving VLC a go.

The Lenovo Legion Go is a great Windows-based gaming handheld that is in fierce competition with other popular handhelds like the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally. But the Legion Go has one massive fault that has stopped users from picking up the device: the thumbstick dead zones. One of the most important factors to consider when gaming, especially if you are doing it professionally, is the sensitivity of your controller's thumbsticks, which can make or break your gaming experience on any device.

After almost 30 years past its heyday, Windows 95 may end up winning another award. This time, however, the award won't be based on the operating system itself, but instead on how it was represented in Eurovision. A singer named "Windows95man" has taken the singing competition by storm, and has now advanced to the finals where he might just take it all home.

They say that when you can't hear nor see your cat, it's up to mischief. Sometimes it feels like you need eyes in every room in the house just to ensure they're not getting into places they're not allowed to be in. Now, a crafty tinkerer has created a Raspberry Pi project that can spot what your cat is up to and snitch on what they're doing, complete with a documentary-styled report.

Image: Mob Entertainment The horror puzzle game Poppy Playtime is getting a live-action film adaption. Developer Mob Entertainment says it struck a deal with the entertainment company Legendary after fielding “several competitive offers.” Transformers producer Don Murphy and filmmaker Susan Montford will develop and produce the adaptation.Poppy Playtime is a first-person adventure game, where players take on the role of a former toy factory worker who returns to their now-abandoned workplace. As players explore Playtime Co., they have to solve several puzzles while trying to avoid Huggy Wuggy, the monstrous toy lurking in the factory. The base version of Poppy Playtime is free to play across PC and console, but its developers released chapters players can... Continue reading…

The Asus ROG Ally wasn't our favorite PC gaming handheld, but it was still a great option if you wanted to go with one that was running Windows. Even during the console's initial release, people were already salivating at the idea of a successor that would get all the little things right. Well, now it looks like Asus is ready to deliver, with the promise of a new console that is set to debut early next month.

Illustration: The Verge Apple plans to start its foray into generative AI by offloading complex queries to M2 Ultra chips running in data centers before moving to its more advanced M4 chips. Bloomberg reports that Apple plans to put its M2 Ultra on cloud servers to run more complex AI queries, while simple tasks are processed on devices. The Wall Street Journal previously reported that Apple wanted to make custom chips to bring to data centers to ensure security and privacy in a project the publication says is called Project ACDC, or Apple Chips in Data Center. But the company now believes its existing processors already have sufficient security and privacy components. The chips will be deployed to Apple’s data centers and eventually to servers run by third... Continue reading…

Cleaning is a crucial part of the PC maintenance routine, and we can't stress how important it is to regularly dust and clean your PC tower. If you ever peek inside your PC's chassis, and you see piles of dust gathered around the internals, then that's not a good sign. We say that because the dust and grime that's collecting on your PC's power and its internals are not only tarnishing its looks, but they're also significantly affecting your PC's performance by reducing the thermal efficiency of your system.

The Google Play Store has millions of apps and games for you to download and make the most of your Android phone. Of course, not all the apps are worth downloading and installing on your phone, as most of them are duds that don't necessarily add any value to your smartphone experience. If you are new to the world of Android and don't know where to begin, then you've come to the right place. Read on to find a list highlighting the best Android apps across different categories like essential, customization, audio, and video apps, and more.

Flagship smartphones pack impressive hardware, and that makes them useful for tasks that would typically be handled by a dedicated device. Mobile gaming has been particularly improved over the last few years for two key reasons. First, the best systems-on-a-chip (SoCs) powering iPhones and Android phones think Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Apple's A17 Pro are more than powerful enough to play quality games. For reference, the iPhone can play full-fledged AAA gaming titles, like Resident Evil: Village. Additionally, the market for mobile game controllers is rich with options that can make your smartphone feel just like a gaming handheld.

Photo by Kena Betancur/VIEWpress Now that they’ve got an extra $100 billion worth of premium airwaves and Sprint no longer nipping at their heels, how can the big three cellular carriers continue to consolidate and grow? Well, T-Mobile and Verizon “are in discussions to carve up U.S. Cellular,” The Wall Street Journal reports.The report suggests this is about harvesting even more wireless spectrum; my colleague Allison pointed out in 2022 that US Cellular “tends to offer service where some of the major carriers don’t.” (It would certainly be nice for T-Mobile and Verizon customers to have better coverage, but I would prefer competition to lower my wireless bill.) T-Mobile would reportedly pay over $2 billion for wireless spectrum licenses and take over “some... Continue reading…

Image: Apple Apple has apologized after a commercial meant to showcase its brand-new iPad Pro drew widespread criticism among the creative community. In a statement provided to Ad Age, Tor Myhren, Apple’s vice president of marketing, said the company “missed the mark.”“Creativity is in our DNA at Apple, and it’s incredibly important to us to design products that empower creatives all over the world,” Myhren told Ad Age. “Our goal is to always celebrate the myriad of ways users express themselves and bring their ideas to life through iPad. We missed the mark with this video, and we’re sorry.”On Tuesday, Apple introduced the M4-powered iPad Pro, which the company described as its thinnest product ever. To advertise all the creative possibilities... Continue reading…