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Most who actually love gaming, rather than the tribalism that comes with it, will admit that the 'Console Wars' are silly and childish. To breathe life into them ever-slightly, it's fair to say that on the grand scale of things, PlayStation is usually the company among the big three that tends to come out on top more often than not, with the biggest swaying factor being the long list of PlayStation exclusives over the years.

10 Best PS5 Games Of All Time

The PS Store has added a new free game that offers a quick and easy Platinum trophy, with players split over whether the title should be considered shovelware or not. The game in question is Puzzle Drop Carnival, which offers a free version as well as a $4.99 bundle that comes with 10 avatars.

PS Store Releases Free Game With Easy Platinum Trophy

GOverlay can be useful for helping to configure MangoHud, the Linux gaming performance overlay, especially if you prefer a UI to editing text files and version 1.2 is out now adding quick layout presets support. Nice to see another useful open source app keep getting better!. Here's all that's new:

MangoHud helper app GOverlay v1.2 out now with quick layout presets

Many classic games remain stranded on old hardware, making old consoles essential for playing those iconic titles. Remasters and ports may alter how a game looks and feels, making original releases often better options for authentic experiences. Modding old consoles breathes new life into them, enabling emulation, fan-made content, and...

Why You Should Keep Your Old Consoles

Android 15 is not too far off from its public release, and it has already hit the second stability milestone following extended developer-specific and open beta testing phases. Interestingly, one of the standout themes this time around has been the focus on security. Take, for example, additions like partial screen recording and screen capture detection.

How to use Private Space, Android 15’s best new feature

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THERE are only a few days left before Xbox closes one of its biggest and most popular online storefronts. As players prepare for when the storefront and games are gone for good, Xbox is offering players final discounts on the available games. Xbox has been dropping the prices of games...

Xbox drops final discounts before massive store closure with 95% off 155 classic games

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You might think that getting a second phone number requires purchasing another SIM card or even an additional device. This can be particularly challenging if your current phone doesn't support dual SIM cards. Such a situation can be inconvenient and compromise both your privacy and comfort. If this is a concern for you, it may be worth exploring the option of obtaining a virtual phone number.

How to get a second phone number on your mobile phone

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. What just happened? Samsung has confirmed that a crucial security patch for Galaxy devices will start rolling out as early as August, addressing a critical zero-day vulnerability that has been under active exploitation. This comes as a surprise, as previous estimates suggested the fix could take three months or longer.

Samsung is rushing a critical patch to all Galaxy devices amid active exploitation

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Enjoy a clutter-free Skype experience with the new ad-free update, removing ads in channels and conversations. Skype Insider's major upgrade includes revamped AI image creation, OneAuth integration for faster sign-ins, and bug fixes. Microsoft continues to improve Skype, addressing issues such as media content sending and call pick-up bugs in...

Microsoft is getting rid of ads in Skype

Open the Contacts app or visit contacts.google.com. Select Trash (web) or Fix & manage > Trash (app). On Samsung, another way to find deleted numbers is in Settings > Battery and device care > Storage > Contacts. When you see the contact, tap it and then choose Recover. This article...

How to Find Deleted Phone Numbers on Android

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Ah, cats. Those mysterious, aloof beings that grace our homes with their presence. We feed them, clean their litter, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, they let us pet them. But how do we know if our feline friends actually adore us?

Hidden Signs Your Cat Adores You

Astro Bot, the Mario-like adventure game for PS5, developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment and team Asobi, is all set to arrive on September 6. On the same day debuts, the limited-edition Astro Bot controller, based on the reliable DualSense controller by Sony. The lively peripheral will cost a bit more than the normal wireless DualSense version, but it does come with some perks that’ll excite gamers.

Sony Astro Bot-Edition PS5 Dual Sense controller is a livened-up peripheral with Googly Eyes

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

XBOX fans have been warned that two services will disappear forever from Monday. Owner Microsoft first announced the move in May, resulting in hundreds of games no longer being available to buy on one platform. The move affects Xbox 360 consoles users who use the Xbox 360 Store and the...

Two Microsoft Xbox services close tomorrow – what it means for purchases & online multiplayer titles

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

Apple has some minor updates for all its operating systems, and the releases include iOS 17.6, iPadOS 17.6, tvOS 17.6, watchOS 10.6, and macOS Sonoma 14.6. Apple's notes for these updates simply say they include bug fixes, security updates, or optimizations. However, there are a few hidden features. macOS 14.6...

Apple stealthily adds minor features in iOS 17.6, macOS 14.6 releases

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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It's a sad day for Xbox 360 players, who are paying homage to its Marketplace that Microsoft has shut down for good.The iconic console was released along with its digital storefront in November 2005 – and after more than 18-and-a-half years, it has been closed down.Players can still access purchases made through the storefront and download this content but any new purchases cannot be made.A long list of video games and add-ons that could only be bought through this digital storefront specifically are now gone for good.Fans and even former employees have been flocking to X/Twitter with the tweet 'RIP...

'RIP Xbox 360': Fans say goodbye as marketplace shuts down for good

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If you buy through a BGR link, we may earn an affiliate commission, helping support our expert product labs. There are two groups of people when it comes to mobile software updates: Those who care about the latest mobile operating system release and those who don’t. I’ve always been in the former category, curious and excited to use the latest OS version available for my device.

iPhone AI just made me understand what some Android users must feel like

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PlayStation Remote Play app gets renamed to chiaki-ng (chiaki-next-generation)

What was originally called chiaki4deck, a lot of people thought it was primarily aimed at PlayStation Remote Play for Steam Deck but they've now rebranded to...

PlayStation Remote Play app gets renamed to chiaki-ng (chiaki-next-generation)

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