Wallpapers of the week: bokeh

TheWallpapers of the Weeksection brings new images to your iOS devices each Sunday. Through the section, we highlight original works, photography, curated selections, and themed images. This week’s post features an old favorite from the days of skeuomorphism. Not to say the bokeh imagery is itself skeuomorphic, but the wallpaper style is much more pre-iOS 7 in nature. However, everyone loves a good throwback and what better way than with some high quality bokeh iPhone wallpapers?...

August 4, 2025 · 1 min · 174 words · Melissa Powell

What is the current meta in Overwatch 2? Most Popular Heroes

Very few were lucky enough to get online during the highly anticipated launch of Overwatch 2. That being said, players were still able to get an impression of the new heroes and how the older ones have changed. Some look like they’re going to fall out of favor quickly (R.I.P. Moira), but other Overwatch staples will still be tearing it up the way they used to. Which heroes are dominating in Overwatch 2?...

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 366 words · Dana Hill

Why Did Old Airplanes Have Black Noses?

Why Did Old Airplanes Have Black Noses? Even if you’re not an aviation nerd, chances are you’ve wondered about some of the quirks of flying — likewhy your phone has to be in airplane mode, orwhy cabin crew insist on open windows during takeoff and landing. But beyond those in-flight rules, there’s plenty to be curious about when it comes to how airplanes are actually designed. In many ways,planes haven’t changed much in form for over half a century— the wings, the tail, the general shape have all stayed surprisingly consistent....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 625 words · Shelia Carter

Why you should calibrate your TV

Any new smart TV you invest in has a lot to offer. From innovative screen technologies to AI processors, dynamic sensors tovoice-activated virtual assistants, Smart TVs are designed to optimize convenience anddeliver immersive content. 8 things to know about LG’s new G4 OLED TV The LG G4 is officially here with impressive upgrades. Here’s what to know before buying. However – and its a big however – not all of those features can do everything on their own....

August 4, 2025 · 8 min · 1595 words · Robert Newman

Yes, Honda Sells Electric Cars's What They Offer In 2025 & How Much They Cost

Yes, Honda Sells Electric Cars - Here’s What They Offer In 2025 & How Much They Cost Electric cars are becoming more mainstream every year, as many drivers are making the switch from traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Potential EV owners who prefer Honda only have a small selection to choose from, but the automaker’s products do offer high-tech innovation paired with both efficiency and style. Honda’s fully-electric offering is the Prologue, an SUV with an MSRP of $47,500....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 348 words · Darlene Shaw

“Try not to hyperventilate”: Tom Holland’s The Crowded Room Co-Star Revealed Clint Eastwood’s Advice While Filming Intense Scene in $156M Oscar Nominated Movie

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed In discussions aboutThe Crowded Room,where Tom Holland’s co-star Emmy Rossum portrays the role of a criminal’s mother, she shared an intriguing anecdote related to Clint Eastwood’s acclaimed filmMystic River.This movie, dealing with a similar genre as the Apple TV show, enjoyed great success, and is still considered a classic. Despite her young age, Emmy Rossum brought her A-game to the set and showcased a skill set on par with the highly talented actors, Sean Penn and Tim Robbins, both of whom earned Academy Awards for their performances in the movie....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 836 words · Lauren Nelson DVM

$999 iPhone X bill of material estimated at $357.50, gross margin at 64%

TechInsights’ bill of material estimate of $357.50 for the baseline iPhone X model, which retails for $999, proves that it’s costing Apple more and more to make sophisticated new iPhones. The 5.8-inch Super Retina display costs an estimated $65.50 versus $36 for the 4.7-inch LCD panel found on iPhone 8. The analysis also deemed the phone’s stainless steel chassis another pricey component: it costs $36 to build versus $21.50 for the aluminum housing of iPhone 8....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 288 words · Tiffany Wilson

4 reasons I'm drifting away from Google One

Effectively, I’m stuck with Google One until I can find a way out of my email mess. In that sense, I have given up on it – my subscription is on borrowed time, since all the other reasons to pay have become irrelevant. The iPad wants to replace your Kindle e-reader - but should it? The answer is going to depend on how and what you want to read, not to mention your budget....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 837 words · Heather Gray

5 Of The Best Budget-Friendly Drawing Tablets In 2024

5 Of The Best Budget-Friendly Drawing Tablets In 2024 We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Drawing tablets have become an essential tool for numerous art industries includingin animation, UX design, illustration, fashion, graphic design, storyboarding, and more, allowing artists to access programs and create work with greater versatility than ever before. But despite being meant to be a tool that lets artists escape into the soothing world of free-thinking and imagination, the exorbitant price tag attached to many of these can be a crushing reality....

August 3, 2025 · 9 min · 1758 words · Robyn Flores

5 VR Alternatives Cheaper Than Apple's Vision Pro

5 VR Alternatives Cheaper Than Apple’s Vision Pro We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. After years of anticipation and speculation, Apple finally revealed its AR/VR headset — the Vision Pro — at the 2023 Worldwide Developers Conference. While the Apple Vision Pro offers extremely impressive specs and innovative tech, you won’t be able to get your hands on one until next year at the earliest. And once it is available for sale to the public, itsvery high pricemay deter you from buying one, at least right away....

August 3, 2025 · 6 min · 1193 words · Julie Williams

5 Ways To Protect Your Windshield During Extreme Weather Events

5 Ways To Protect Your Windshield During Extreme Weather Events We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. An unfortunate reality in today’s automotive industry, is that windshields are more expensive than ever to replace. According toKelly Blue Book, replacing an older vehicle’s windshield without the aid of insurance, runs between around $300 and $600, however on a newer car it can cost up to $1000 or more. The higher price boils down to more advanced technology built into automobiles today, such as rain-sensing wipers and other driver assistance technologies that require specialized sensor calibration....

August 3, 2025 · 6 min · 1221 words · Gloria Davis

6 Starlink Mounts To Attach Your Dish Practically Anywhere

6 Starlink Mounts To Attach Your Dish Practically Anywhere We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Starlink,a groundbreaking supplier of internet technology, offersinternet service to places with few alternatives. People living in rural areas and underserved parts of the world can use Starlink to access the internet as long as they have electricity and the means to pay the monthly service fee. While Starlink may cost more, it’s worth it in areas without other options....

August 3, 2025 · 7 min · 1455 words · Robert Simmons

All About The 2019 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Motorcycle

All About The 2019 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Motorcycle There is arguably no bigger name in the motorcycle game than Harley-Davidson, with the manufacturer producing a lineup of bikes in its 120+ years as a storied brand in U.S. automotive history. There are, of course, a few standouts amongst the legendary stable of bikes in the company’s vault, and one could easily argue that the Street Glide ranks amongthe best motorcycles Harley-Davidson ever produced....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 749 words · Ann Rogers