Samsung HW-Q800T review: A cinematic all-rounder

The Samsung HW-Q800T is a mid-range soundbar, whichreplaces the outgoing HW-Q70R. The two are similar, with 3.1.2-channel speaker layouts, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X immersive audio decoding, and an HDMI outputwith eARC. However, Samsung has made a number of changes and additions for this 2020 model. For a start, the Q800T boasts a more slimline design that moves the Acoustic Beam tech towards the front of the cabinet, making it easier to position the soundbar in front of modern TVs without blocking the drivers or the screen....

August 13, 2025 · 7 min · 1462 words · Michael Carpenter

Saw 10: The Return of Jigsaw and Other Things We Hope to See

After nine movies,Saw 10is scheduled to arrive in theaters on August 17, 2025, just a few days before the 19th anniversary of the franchise. It can easily be said this series has stood the test of time and become one of thebiggest horror franchisesout there. Horror movies have a long tradition of making tons of sequels, withFriday the 13thandHalloweenaccounting for 25 total movies between the two of them. Part of the magic of these movies is that as long as the writers can come up with clever new twists and visuals, the films have the potential to be consistently entertaining....

August 13, 2025 · 5 min · 943 words · Julia Young

Sniper Elite Resistance Pre-Order Bonus and Minimum Requirements Revealed

The Sniper Elite series is Rebellion Development’s longest-running franchise, known for its consistent iterative evolution across entries and spin-offs.Sniper Elite: Resistance, the latest mainline release, transports players to 1940s-occupied France, with events unfolding in parallel to Sniper Elite 5. The title is now up for pre-purchase across all main storefronts for current and last-generation consoles as well as PC. Here is the Sniper Elite Resistance pre-order bonus content, as well as an early look at the system requirements and crossplay details....

August 13, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Keith Pugh

Ten Gaming Milestone Anniversaries Coming in 2024

Most of the time, it’s easy to ignore time’s tendency to march ever onward, but it cannot help but come into sharp focus here in the year’s closing weeks. It can be tempting to fall into the negative and lament its swift passing, but it’s often much better to look back and take satisfaction in just how much things have advanced over the years. This lens can be applied to gaming too, especially with the coming dawn of 2024, since we’ve got quite a few notable anniversaries queuing up....

August 13, 2025 · 8 min · 1650 words · Joseph Calderon

The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero review — Crossbell’s shadows revealed

12 years ago Nihon Falcom released the fourth mainline entry in itsKisekiseries,Trails from Zero. It is the successor to the originalSkytrilogy which has since become renowned as one of the premier JRPGs of the 2000s. At least, that’s how it went down in Japan. In the west, most people haven’t even heard ofKisekiand even fewerTrails From Zero. Despite its universal acclaim back home,Trails From Zerowasn’t released outside of Japan and China....

August 13, 2025 · 7 min · 1299 words · Dan West

There's now an Amazon Kindle specifically designed for kids

Amazonhas announced a new version of the Kindle specifically aimed at kids -check out our first look at the device. The Kindle Kids Edition follows on from the popular Fire Tablet Kids Editions (one of which is also available ina new version today). It’s available for pre-order today for $99/£100 and will ship on 30 October. Based on the basic 6-inch Kindle with its weeks-long battery life and adjustable front light, the Kids version takes several clues from the other child-orientated devices that Amazon sells - once again there’s a two-year worry-free guarantee that includes accidental breakage and it comes in a case....

August 13, 2025 · 2 min · 310 words · Mark Mendoza

TikTok’s viral ‘tunnel lady’ ordered to stop digging project by city officials

TikTok’s viral ‘tunnel lady’ ordered to stop digging project by city officials The woman known across TikTok as the ‘tunnel lady’ has been ordered to stop her viral unpermitted digging endeavor by city officials. 37-year-old Kala, also known as‘engineer everything’online, has become a veritable sensation on social media thanks to her viral project digging a 30-foot-long tunnel off the side of her basement as a kind of underground “storm shelter.”...

August 13, 2025 · 3 min · 437 words · Mary Rogers

Visions of Mana Release Date Continues Great Year For JRPGs

An upcoming Square EnixRPGVisions of Mana will be making its grand debut on August 29 this year. It will be released simultaneously on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and PC. The Visions of Mana Launch Date Trailer Shows Stunning Visuals And More To coincide with the release date announcement, Square Enix has uploaded a newVisions of Manatrailer. It showcases the stunning environments of the game, including the shimmering reservoir surrounding the Mana Tree....

August 13, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Malik Gonzales

Waging a Shrapnel Symphony with Instruments of Destruction

The thing about real estate is they’re not making any more of it, which means that when the old structures have worn out their welcome, they need to be demolished for new ones to take their place. Usually the trick to demolition is to make a structure fall inwards on itself, causing as little fuss to the surrounding environment as possible, and while that can still be visually impressive, it’s nowhere near as entertaining as making a giant mess of things....

August 13, 2025 · 4 min · 679 words · Jessica Kidd

What Is Toyota's X-REAS Suspension, And Which 4Runner Models Use It?

What Is Toyota’s X-REAS Suspension, And Which 4Runner Models Use It? Looking through Toyota’s comprehensive line-up of current SUV models, it’s clear to see which models are targeted towards off-road use and which have been designed primarily for the asphalt. Take, for example,the 2025 Toyota 4Runner, a model which we tested extensively earlier in the year. The elevated ride height, all-terrain tires, and bulky bodywork indicate that it’s a vehicle designed for the path less trodden....

August 13, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · Mrs. Sierra Lin

Wilford Brimley Dies, Legendary Actor, the Face of Quaker Oats Was 85

Another legendary performer has sadly left us as it has been reported that veteran actorWilford Brimleyhas passed away. Also known as a diabetes education spokesman and the face of Quaker Oats for many years in addition to his acting work, Wilford reportedly died at his home in Utah on Saturday morning. The actor is also said to have been very sick and in an ICU wing of a hospital on dialysis in the days leading up to his death....

August 13, 2025 · 3 min · 437 words · Kimberly Brennan

World of Warcraft: The War Within: What is Xal'atath's Bargain: Oblivion?

Quick Links World of Warcraft’slatest expansion,The War Within, launched its first Mythic+ season last month. The season introduced a new affix to challenge players: Xal’atath’s Bargain. Xal’atath’s Bargain shows up as early as Keystone Level 2, so it is the first affix you’ll be tasked with when completing Mythic+ dungeons. WoW: The War Within: Guide to Season 1’s Mythic+ Affixes Affixes begin at Keystone Level 2, the first keystone you’ll start with this season, and new affixes are introduced as you climb in difficulty....

August 13, 2025 · 2 min · 400 words · Stephanie Scott

Worldwide FFXIV Players Can Visit Oceania with New Cross-Region Data Center Feature

The Data Center Travel feature in FFXIV is getting a new expansion that allows players to visit different regions from their physical location. From the testing period onward, players can visit the Oceanian Data Center from wherever they are, be it North America, Japan or Europe. Data Center travel was introduced back in 2022 in FFXIV, a few months after Endwalker was released. It was the first time players from different Data Centers could interact without having to make an alt character to play together....

August 13, 2025 · 3 min · 557 words · Joseph Bishop