By now, everyone’s all too familiar with the bugs that tag along with every Windows update. While Microsoft usually fixes major issues fairly quickly, one particular bug has been around since early 2025. Thankfully, not for much longer. New Microsoft Optional Updates Saves the Day Microsoft has resolved a frustrating bug that caused USB-connected dual-mode printers to print random text and data after certain updates. The issue has been resolved by the March 2025KB5053643non-security update for Windows 10, version 22H2....

Nubia’s RedMagic 8 Pro lands next month with serious gaming hardware, but an affordable price This is going to be the year we see phones powered by Qualcomm’s newSnapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipreally take the flagship spotlight. But late last year a couple companies got an early start to some of their announcements, like Nubia did when it first revealed its 8 Gen 2-poweredRedMagic 8 Pro gaming phonefor China. Ever since then, we’ve been looking forward to getting the full details on plans for the phone’s international release....

Our NYT Crossword Hints for June 18, 2025 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The NYT Crossword is a daily crossword that tests solvers’ knowledge and vocabulary. It’s one of the most popular crosswords in the world, known for its challenging clues and clever wordplay. The puzzle is published in the print edition of the paper and is also available online....

OnePlus 11 Fantastic power for the price The OnePlus 11 offers excellent flagship performance without the huge price tag. It sports an LTPO3 AMOLED QHD display with a 120Hz refresh rate, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. Battery life is also improved on the OnePlus 11, with close to 8 hours of screen on-time possible and SuperVooc fast charging. Motorola Edge (2023) Great phone at the right price...

Port Scanning Strategies and How to Close Vulnerable Ports Port scanning is a valuable technique for diagnosing connectivity problems. However, hackers also use it to find network entry points. That’s why it’s vital to close insecure ports and stay aware of everything on the system. Here, we’ll discuss a few port scanning strategies and even quickly teach you how to close vulnerable ports. So, let’s get started. What Are Some Main Port-Scanning Techniques?...

RememberSnap’s Pixydrone? If you don’t, it’s a small drone in the social media service’s bright yellow color that it sold to help you get more interesting shots to upload to the app. It’s much smaller than an average drone, and it only weighed 101 grams. It was a basic device, but it was a curious idea, especially from a brand that is mostly known for software. Now, Snap is recalling the Pixy drone due to battery hazard issues, and if you bought one, you can get a full refund....

Some Google Home users are struggling to add new smart home devices Google Homemay not be perfect, but it’s still a widely used app to control and pair smart home devices, particularly on Android. As we’ve reported over the past few weeks, the app is currently undergoing a makeover of sorts. This has led to thedisappearance of personal Google Home routinesfor a few people, which can be infuriating if they rely on them....

Sony WF-1000XM5 Sony’s WF-1000XM5 feature dedicated processors for noise cancellation and regular audio processing while being lighter and smaller than their predecessors. An excellent option for Android users and top-of-the-line comfort, these earbuds are a great option if you can stomach the price. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd generation) The AirPods Pro are fantastic earbuds — if you spend your time using other Apple devices. On Android, the earbuds still offer strong audio quality, thorough ANC, and a comfortable fit....

TCL 6-series TV review: The perfect TV for that PS5 you still can’t buy You don’t have to spend a lot to get your hands on a good TV these days. High-end sets are focused on OLED, 8K resolution, and other premium additions, but if you’re just looking for a great picture with bells and whistles like Dolby Vision and VRR for gaming, $1,000 can get you everything you need....

If there is one thing that can be said aboutThe Acolyte, it is that the show has been one of Disney’s most controversial to date. Even before episodes began to air,Star Warsviewers were already making assumptions about what it would entail. These assumptions led to people writing the show off entirely, either refusing to watch or dedicating their time to spreading misinformation about the series. Although the series has its general pitfalls, it has its good moments as well....

The OnePlus Nord Buds 2 don’t look like a big upgrade Besides its smartphones, OnePlus is known for its wireless earphones. Like its phones, the company’s Nord-branded earbuds cater to the budget segment, offering a balance of great features and sound quality at a reasonable price. Unsurprisingly then, the Nord Buds are among ourfavorite budget wireless earbudsto buy. The originalNord Budsprovided better value than OnePlus phones, and the company is now working on its sequel....

The Optimal Way to Play Classic Adventures in Full HD With ScummVM on Windows If there’s one thing that “they don’t make it like they used to”, it’s adventure games. The golden age for the trusty point-and-click is long behind us, but we can at least enjoy the classics thanks to ScummVM. Even better, ScummVM can also improve those practically ancient titles, rendering them more presentable on our modern screens. Let’s see how....

These Apple-exclusive smart home devices now work with Google Assistant and Alexa Matter has long been the next big thingin the smart home space, but after years of delays, nobody knew when we’d get to see the actual hardware that works across platforms. Thankfully, just a couple of months after an official launch, the long wait for Matter support is finally coming to an end. Privacy-focused Eve is leading the pack, with its latest update bringingGoogle Assistantand Alexa compatibility to three of its smart products....