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IDW’s forthcoming revival ofStar Trek: Voyagerneeds to fix the show’s failed villains. In the seven yearsVoyagertraversed the Delta Quadrant, the crew encountered a number of hostile alien races, including the Kazon. Introduced early in the show’s run, they never lived up to the hype, but in 1997’sStar Trek: Voyager#4,one Kazon shows just how low they can go, fulfilling their early promise. Howard Weinstein made history by selling, at age 19, his firstStar Trekscript, “The Pirates of Orion,” forThe Animated Series....

A source has mergedStar Wars’online database, Wookieepedia, and international superstarTaylor Swiftin the most hilarious way,connecting the world-famous singer/songwriter to one of the most powerful, terrifying villains in the entire franchise—and it’s shockingly apt. Much like its online encyclopedia counterpart Wikipedia, Wookieepedia pages can be edited by the public, and an anonymousStar Warsand Taylor Swift fan has taken full advantage. On the page forAbeloth, aStar Wars Legendscharacter linked tothe Mortis Gods, nearly all the section titles pertain to Swift’s songs and lyrics, particularly from theMidnightsalbum....

Quick Links Among all of Google’s success lies a graveyard of failed projects. From Google Podcasts to Android Things, these are the best projects that Google killed—and why we don’t think they were such a bad idea. 1Google Podcasts Podcasting has grown exponentially over the late 2010s and early 2020s, and Google Podcasts was the company’s attempt to stand alongside the likes of Spotify and Apple Music. Google Podcasts initially launched in August 2018, and you could find plenty of interesting shows on the platform....

The Best Charging Stations for Multiple Devices in 2024 Whether you’re a techie or non-tech savvy person, there’s a high chance that you own two or more devices that require charging regularly. With the right charger, you can organize your space and charge your devices effectively. Best Charging Station Overall:Satechi Dock5 Multi Device Charging Station Satechi’s Dock5 Multi-Device Charging Stationis the perfect charging solution if you have a combination of phones, earbuds, and tablets....

TheGoogle Pixel 8a, the company’s latest affordable device, will reportedly be unveiled atGoogle I/O 2024, which will take place on May 14. While we await the official announcement, we’ve enjoyed countless leaks confirming the specs and, more recently, the colors. TheGoogle Pixel 8a is expected to come in four colors: Obsidian (black), Porcelain (creamy white), Bay (blue), and Mint (green). These colors are all reminiscent of the Pixel 8’s series colors, and if true, it would mean that Google simply wants the device to mirror its higher-end flagships....

Quick Links Water-cooling your PC is a tempting upgrade, offering quiet performance, improved cooling, and a sleek look. However, water-cooling is more complicated than it seems at first glance. Now I have a water-cooled PC, and there are quite a few things I wish I’d known beforehand. 1Understand the Difference Between AIOs and Custom Loops One of the first decisions you’ll face is choosing between an AIO (All-in-One) water cooling system and a custom water cooling loop....

Windows 10 is coming to the end of its lifetime, but so are several versions of Microsoft Office. That’s right: on the same day Windows 10 support officially ends, so does Microsoft support for Office 2016 and 2019. And, FYI, that’s just six months away. Microsoft Is Ending Office 2016 and 2019 Support According to the officialMicrosoft Tech Community Blog, Microsoft is ending Office 2016 and 2019 support on June 13, 2025....

Anker 521 Wall Charger & Power Bank For just $35, Anker’s 521 2-in-1 wall charger and power bank is a must-buy. Whether you are at your desk or out and about, it can charge devices up to three times faster with 20W output as a power bank and 45W output plugged in. It’s the perfect upgrade to that old charger you have, and it’s dirt cheap right now. If you’re waiting hours for your devices to reach full charge, it might be time for you to consider upgrading yourchargerto something better....

Garmin Epix Gen 2 This Garmin smartwatch lives up to its Epix name in just about every way—design, performance, and even price tag. Fortunately, we’ve uncovered a deal that knocks $300 off, bringing the Epix Gen 2 to an all-time low price. Smartwatchesand fitness tracking seem to go hand-and-hand. But while most models claim a plethora of health and fitness tracking features, everyone knows that if you want accurate and reliable data, it doesn’t get much better than Garmin....

The world of WhatsApp betas is filled with surprises, with testers getting a preview ofunder-development featuresthat may or may not make it to the stable version of the app. Similarly, the Meta-owned chat app was recently working on letting usersshare lengthier videosthrough status updates. WhatsApp is now working on another status-related improvement, with a redesign of the preview/editor page appearing in the app’s latest beta for Android. Here’s how WhatsApp got better in March 2024 Developers went pin-crazy with the latest beta...

WhatsApp is one of the most essential communication apps in some parts of the world. However, it doesn’t run on iPads, and even on thebest Android tablets, we have to rely onCompanion modeto achieve an acceptable level of functionality. Thankfully, WhatsApp recently showed tablets some love byintroducing a two-pane layoutfor larger screens. Now, the messaging app will give users more control over the feature’s visibility. With an earlier update, WhatsApp debuted a two-pane layout similar to the desktop app that takes full advantage of the larger screen on tablets and the inner display of foldable phones....

If you’re a frequentWhatsAppuser, you might access several different channels throughout the day, which means that messages can easily get lost in the shuffle. For organizational purposes, some instant messaging services allow users to sort or categorize conversations. Now, it looks like Meta may be following in their footsteps by introducing a similar feature to WhatsApp. As spotted byWABetaInfo, the latest WhatsApp beta for Android appears to be testing a pinning feature that would allow users to prioritize frequented channels in the app....

Why Are Graphics Cards Getting Bigger Every Generation? There’s a growing problem with gaming PCs no one talks about. While it’s great to see GPUs getting more and more powerful every generation and making gigantic performance leaps from one generation to another, it’s coming at the cost of GPU size. Sign up forfree Forgot your password? Create an account *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By continuing, you agree to thePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Use....