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The GameScent sits in front of a TV playing Dragon's Dogma 2.

I smelled the world of Dragon’s Dogma 2 and it was putrid

We tried out the GameScent, an AI-powered device that lets you smell your games. It didn't exactly go as planned.
Cody Rhodes stands on a ramp in WWE 2K24.

Wrestlemania XL weekend already has its first champion thanks to WWE 2K24

Wrestlemania XL weekend kicked off with a WWE 2K24 tournament that showcased why the simulator series works so well.
Samsung Galaxy S24 in Marble Gray standing on park bench.

5 phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy S24

Are you thinking about picking up a Samsung Galaxy S24? Stop! Consider getting these alternatives instead.
A reference Snapdragon X Elite Laptop running Steam

Playing PC games on a Snapdragon X Elite laptop made me a believer

I played two PC games on a reference laptop with the Snapdragon X Elite chip, and I came away with my mind blown.
A person holding the Punkt MC02.

This Android phone is so bad I couldn’t review it

I really tried to get to the point where the Punkt MC02 was ready for everyday use, but I simply couldn't get past its many faults. Let me explain why.
A couple kisses on camera in The Crush House.

The Crush House is a wacky reality TV simulator with a dark secret

Devolver Digital's next game is The Crush House, a butt-filled reality TV simulator from the creators of Reigns.
Key art for Flint: Treasure of Oblivion shows a crew of pirates.

Flint: Treasure of Oblivion turns Treasure Island into a tactical RPG

Flint: Treasure of Oblivion is a new tactical pirate RPG set entirely in the world of Treasure Island.
An alien looks down at a human face in Under the Skin.

This underrated sci-fi movie turns 10 this year. Here’s why it’s still worth watching

Ten years ago, this unusual sci-fi movie starring an Avenger was unjustly ignored by the public. Here's why it's worth watching in 2024.
A photo of Microsoft Edge running on a Windows laptop

This secret Microsoft Edge feature changed the way I work

Microsoft Edge's "Drop" feature is a nifty tool that helps me transfer files between devices.
Key art for Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop shows Puyos and other characters.

Puyo Puyo Puzzle Pop is a great mobile version of a classic series

Apple Arcade subscribers are getting a new Puyo Puyo game today, and it's a surprisingly rich puzzle collection.
Dragon's Dogma 2 key art featuring a knight with a fiery hole in their chest.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 didn’t click for me until I reached its true ending

Many of Dragon's Dogma 2's frustrating design choices didn't make sense to me until I went for the game's true ending.
The home screen on the Apple iPhone 15 Plus.

The 7 biggest features we expect to see in iOS 18

We're just a few months away from the reveal of iOS 18, and it should be a huge update. Here are a few of the biggest features we expect to see.
Someone holding the Ryzen 7 5800X3D in a red light.

4 CPUs you should buy instead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D

AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is one of the best gaming CPUs you can buy, but there are plenty of alternatives that are worthy of your attention.
The hero of Biomorph jumps down into a pit of flesh.

While you wait for Hollow Knight: Silksong, try this Kirby-esque Metroidvania

Hollow Knight: Silksong may still be MIA, but the Kirby-like Biomorph will help fill the void.
Three characters set out on a quest in Windblown.

Dead Cells follow-up Windblown takes some surprising cues from Nier: Automata

We got a close look at Windblown, the colorful new roguelike from the developers behind Dead Cells, and there's a lot to be excited about.
The Google Pixel 8 lying face-down.

The Google Pixel 8 is better than it should be in 2024

It's been a few months since the Pixel 8 was released, so I decided to revisit Google's compact flagship. And you know what? It's still pretty darn great.
Gaming PC on a desk.

I keep my PC on the floor, and you can’t convince me otherwise

Should you mount your PC on your desk or put it on the floor? What about hiding it inside a desk cupboard? They all work, but some may work better than others.
The Apple logo on the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Everything Apple says is wrong about the DOJ’s iPhone lawsuit

The justice department's lawsuit reads like an antitrust novel for the masses, ditching the legalese jargon. Apple told us why it's misleading.
Alan Tudyk looks up and ponders in Resident Alien.

Resident Alien’s Alan Tudyk on fame, Netflix, and Linda Hamilton

In an interview with Digital Trends, Alan Tudyk discusses Resident Alien, the show's popularity on Netflix, and the evolution of Harry through three seasons.
A mech stands near a round structure in MechWarrior 5: Clans.

MechWarrior 5: Clans will humanize its mechas

We got a close look at MechWarrior 5: Clans, seeing its deeper focus on storytelling and human characters.
A girl picks up the phone in inKONBINI: One Store, Many Stories

You should keep your eye on these promising Xbox indies

Xbox showed us 8 upcoming indie games under its ID@Xbox banner, and each one is worth keeping an eye on.
Infinix Note 40 Pro Plus with MagSafe green-colored compatible vegan leather case kept on a table.

An Android phone you haven’t heard of just won the charging game

The $300 Infinix Note 40 Pro+ has a premium persona and does something with charging that no other Android phone does.
RTX 4060 Ti sitting on a pink background.

You shouldn’t buy these Nvidia GPUs right now

Nvidia makes some excellent GPUs, but with the current state of the market, here are a few you should steer clear of.
Godzilla and King Kong team up in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.

Is the MonsterVerse the best bad movie franchise ever made?

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire roars and rampages loud and hard enough to prove that the MonsterVerse is truly the best bad movie franchise out there.
Android 15 logo on a Google Pixel 8.

These are the best Android 15 features you need to know about

Android 15 focuses more on quality-of-life improvements than massive overhauls. Here's a list of some notable Android 15 features we think you'll love.
Blue Titanium iPhone 15 Pro in hand.

I’ve had the iPhone 15 Pro for six months. Here’s why it’s still amazing

The iPhone 15 Pro came out six months ago, but it's still one of my favorite phones to use daily in 2024. Here's why.
Many of the characters in Sand Land.

What’s new in April 2024: 8 upcoming games to keep on your radar

Sand Land, Stellar Blade, and Tales of Kenzera: Zau round out a quieter but exciting month of new game releases.
You Asked 30

You Asked: Mixing AV brands, the best headphones for TV viewing, and more

Do you have to stick to one brand for all of your AV components? What are the best headphones for watching TV? Which TVs have the best built-in audio?
The MacBook Air on a white table.

I’m worried about the MacBook’s next big rival

I've been rooting for the next big rival to the MacBook coming later this year. But I'm starting to worry I'll be disappointed.
Barbie rides in a pink car with Candy Crush Saga characters.

AI is making your Candy Crush Saga sessions less frustrating

As criticism against the use of AI in games mounts, developer King tells us how Candy Crush Saga uses the tech to assist developers, not replace them.
Franck Gastambide aims a gun out a truck window in a still from The Wages of Fear

Netflix just remade one of the best thrillers of all time. Is it worth watching?

Netflix just quietly premiered a remake of one of the best thrillers ever made. But is this latest version worth watching or just another disappointing retread?
AMD RX 7600 on a pink background.

Don’t buy a cheap GPU in 2024

The narrative about 8GB graphics cards isn't changing in 2024, and it's getting tougher to recommend budget-friendly GPUs as a result.
Promotional image for OuttaFocus. A person holding the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, with the Photography Kit fitted.

I turned my phone into a camera, and I don’t want to go back

What happens when you take one of 2024's best smartphone cameras and add a wild photography accessory to it? Something incredible, that's what.
cataclismo preview 4

This upcoming PC game brings Lego building to the real-time strategy genre

Cataclismo blends real-time strategy and a brick-by-brick building system inspired by Lego.