I’ve used Google Search for years, and over that time, I’ve mastered some tricks that save me time and improve the quality of my search results. So, if you want to become a Google Search pro, these are the top tips you need. 1Use Quotation Marks for Exact Phrases Most times, when searching, you have a clear picture of what you need. In this case, enclose your search terms in quotation marks so that Google only returns results that contain the terms in the exact order you specified....

Quick Links Wireless charging has finally become faster and more efficient with Qi2, but not all phones support it how you’d expect. Some lack a key feature that makes a huge difference, and manufacturers aren’t exactly upfront about it. How Is Qi2 Ready Different From Qi2 Certified? When you look at a phone like theSamsung Galaxy S25 Ultra—a top-tier flagship packed with the latest features—you’d naturally assume it fully supports Qi2 charging....

Summary The extensive costs ofSeveranceseason 2 have reportedly been revealed. Season 1 of the science-fiction series starring Adam Scott, John Turturro, and Patricia Arquettebecame a critically acclaimed hit when it debuted in 2022and quickly cemented itself as one ofApple TV+’s best series. After a lengthy production process, the highly-anticipated season 2, which will consist of 10 episodes, is scheduled to begin releasing weekly on July 24, 2025. According toBloomberg,Severanceseason 2 was expensive to produce, aseach episode reportedly cost more than $20 million....

SMB Protocol: How It Works and What Makes It Vulnerable SMB is a protocol that allows computers to share files and hardware (such as printers and external hard drives) when connected to the same network. As the popularity of the SMB protocol increases, so has the number of malicious attacks. SMB protocol is vulnerable to cyberattacks because its old versions do not use encryption, which means that any hacker who knows how to exploit it can gain access to your files and data....

Sonos Era 100 With next-generation acoustics, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity for audio playback, the Sonos Era 100 has been significantly upgraded compared to its predecessor, the popular Sonos One. For around $250, you get a great-sounding speaker that excels as a single-speaker solution or as part of a built-out Sonos system with multiple speakers. Sonos Era 300 The Era 300 is a large and powerful speaker that weighs nearly 10 pounds....

If you’re looking for ways to be more productive on your Windows device, why not explore widgets? There are many great widgets available for Windows 11 to save time and be more organized. Widgets are a fast and easy way to view important updates at a glance, and it’s simple to get started. Here’s a list of the best Windows 11 widgets to improve your productivity. How to Add Widgets in Windows 11 Before installing widgets, it’s important to know how to access them and where to find widgets....

Summary Fast and Furious’ lowest-rated movie on Rotten Tomatoes is also the one that saved the franchise after two box office failures that almost killed it forever. TheFast and Furiousmovieshave changed drastically since the first installment, with the saga trying different approaches until it finally achieved the blockbuster status it has today. From stealing DVDs to preventing a nuclear war,Dominic Toretto’s familyhas gone through a lot throughout 10 films and a spinoff....

It seems like generational improvements in smartphones are getting smaller each year, and that trend’s been obvious inSamsung’s flagships: the S22 Ultra, S23 Ultra, andS24 Ultraare allbasicallythe same device with minor improvements each year. This year, though, Samsung’s top-shelf phone got a $100 price increase: after three generations of $1,200 Ultras, the S24 Ultra costs $1,300. Compared to the S23 Ultra, that extra $100 gets you standard generational upgrades — more RAM, a brighter screen, a new telephoto camera, and a trendy materials upgrade in the S24 Ultra’s titanium frame....

TheGoogle Pixel Watch 2is among the most stylish wearables around. Google fixed almost all the issues with its second smartwatch, delivering excellent performance, features, and battery life in a small package. But compared to the competition, one major problem with Google’s smartwatch is its small size. It’s only available in a 41mm casing, while thebest Android smartwatchesare available in multiple sizes, with theGalaxy Watch 6 Classicavailable in as big as a 47mm casing....

Summary Boom! Studioshigh-octane time travel miniseriesA Vicious Circlewraps up with its third issue, which is set to deliver a pulse-pounding, mind-melting climax. The first two issues of the ambitious project hooked readers, and now, the series' creators have crafted a can’t-miss ending, which Boom! teases is a “brutal” finale. Screen Rant is thrilled to share an exclusive first look at preview pages forA Vicious Circle#3– written by Mattson Tomlin, with art by Lee Bermejo – along with several exciting variant covers for the issue, which offer a further glimpse of where the story is headed....

The White Lotusseason 3 finale continues its three-week viewership dominance for HBO. Premiering this past February 16, the third season of the acclaimed anthology series follows a new group of guests and staff at the eponymous resort chain in Thailand, including the returning Belinda (Natasha Rothwell) and Greg (Jon Gries). Otherwise,The White Lotusseason 3 castconsists of newcomers Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Jason Isaacs, Lalisa Manobal, Michelle Monaghan, Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Aimee Lou Wood, Sam Rockwell, and Scott Glenn....

Summary If you’ve been missing the critically acclaimed FX/Hulu seriesShōgun, one of Hiroyuki Sanada’s better movies is now streaming on Netflix. Sanada masterfully portrayed Lord Yoshii Toranaga in the celebrated series, who is based on the real-lifeJapanese shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. As far as literary source material goes,Shōgunhas completed its story based on James Clavell’s classic novelalone. Still, a second season ofShōgunhas surprisingly been annoucned as being in development. Sanada is confirmed to star inShōgunseason 2if it happens as planned....

Summary Buffy The Vampire Slayeris a nuanced and complex TV show that pushes its characters to their limits throughout the series. As the protagonist and Slayer, Buffy bears the brunt of the most tragic events on the show and grapples with her position as the chosen one. Throughout the series,Buffyexpertly subverts and interrogates the chosen one trope and focuses on how it affects Buffy’s development and relationships. In some ways,Buffy’s entire journey is characterized by her acceptance of her purpose as the Slayer....