Philips just announced a new range of soundbars for 2025 that are all very practical – all are designed to solve some kind of space problem with the way soundbars fit next to TVs. One of them is the Philips TAB8200, which is a very slim soundbar (just 37mm high, and not much deeper) that’s […]
The Cast of Companion on the Horrors and Cuteness of AI Robots
In tech thriller Companion, the perfect girlfriend breaks free from her programming. Iris (Yellowjackets‘ Sophie Thatcher) is the AI robot companion to Josh (The Boys‘ Jack Quaid); over a holiday weekend with friends, she mysteriously glitches out of her role. io9 sat down with Harvey Guillén (What We Do in the Shadows), Lukas Gage (Smile […]
The Severance Self-Help Book Is Now Available for Real-Life Inspiration
Been feeling a little lost lately, and in need of a new, authoritative voice on self-help that walks a very thin line between semi-profound insights and unvarnished New Age bullshit? Time to pick up a copy of The You You Are, written by Dr. Ricken Hale—pretentious but good-hearted brother-in-law of Mark Scout, the main character […]
Scotland vs Italy live stream: how to watch 2025 Six Nations game online, TV channels, broadcasters
Watch Scotland vs Italy live streams to see who can get their Six Nations campaign off to a winning start at Murrayfield. Below we have all the info on how to watch Scotland vs Italy from anywhere, with details on worldwide TV channels, broadcasters, free streams and start times. There is an air of confidence […]
The Minimal Phone’s E Ink Screen Will Bore You Out of Doomscrolling
Android 14 running on an E Ink screen with cellular connectivity and a QWERTY keyboard? Life is no longer but a dream for the backers of the Minimal Phone, which started shipping out units to its faithful supporters nearly a year after going viral as possible vaporware. It’s good timing, considering we’re all in the […]
Time’s Running Out: Grab this Fast and Secure VPN for $2.19/mo and Get 2 Free Months
Private Internet Access is one of the top VPNs on the market. Its time-limited deal took us by surprise, as the 2-year plan became 82% cheaper, with 2 free months, and only $2.19/mo. While PIA was never too expensive, you can’t say it’s been this affordable! Private Internet Access houses ample features, impenetrable security, top-tier […]
NYT Strands today — my hints, answers and spangram for Saturday, February 1 (game #335)
Strands is the NYT’s latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it’s great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games, […]
Ariana Grande Kept Cynthia Erivo’s Elphaba Ears
Being in Wicked was a life-long dream come true for Ariana Grande, who plays Glinda in the feature adaptation of the hit Broadway musical. Getting to be part of the world has been huge for her, so it makes sense that she kept some souvenirs from the set to remember the experience… including a key […]
The three-year-old Chinese-made MG4 still remains the EV to beat in 2025 – here’s why
The MG4 is a darling in the EV world. Available at an attractive price and offering a comfortable rear-wheel drivetrain, this hatchback stands up against heavy hitters from Tesla, Hyundai and Kia. It’s a brilliant cheap option for anyone who doesn’t want a big car, and in the electric space, it’s my favorite of the […]
The Best Gadgets of January 2025
January has come and gone, and we’re already exhausted by 2025 for several big reasons. CES normally brings out enough off-the-wall tech to fill our baskets. This year’s big tech showcase included a few surprise products that seemed honestly great, from earbuds to e-bikes to AR glasses. After the festivities died down, the best gadgets […]