I Prefer This Relaxed Language Learning App Over Duolingo

Quick Links Drops and Duolingo are both excellent—albeit very different—language learning apps. Having tried each platform for Tagalog and French lessons, respectively, I believe Drops is superior in several key areas. 1Learning Is More Relaxed One of the main reasons that I prefer Drops over Duolingo is its stress-free, relaxed learning experience. Duolingo emphasizes maintaining streaks, earning points, and receiving virtual rewards. While this is likely more effective for intensive learning, it is easy to become fixated on hitting targets or reaching the next level, which detracts from the ultimate goal of becoming proficient in a language....

August 20, 2025 · 4 min · 765 words · Samantha Costa

Lego X Fortnite Release Date, Skins, and More

Lego X Fortnite Release Date, Skins, and More After months of speculation it has finally been confirmed that Lego will be the next major crossover in Fortnite. Read on to find out exactlywhen Lego X Fortniteis arriving on the island and what we can expect! When is Lego Coming to Fortnite? According toHypexand others on X/Twitter, Lego will be coming to Fortnite on Jul 10, 2025. This is only one week after thestart of Chapter 5, so it marks to start of some very exciting changes to Fortnite....

August 20, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Kimberly Gay

My OnePlus 13 Has This Amazing Feature That More Android Phones Really Need

I switch phones quite frequently. My current favorite is the OnePlus 13 because in addition to packing exceptional hardware, it also offers a decades-old feature: an IR blaster. I find this indispensable and think it should be available on more Android phones. What’s an IR Blaster? An IR blaster, short for infrared blaster, is a device comprising a small LED that’s designed to emit infrared light in the form of pulses....

August 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1112 words · Dawn Cruz

Palworld: Where To Find & Catch Croajiro (Location, Drops & How To Breed)

Quick Links Croajiro is one of the newest Pals introduced inPalworld’s Sakurajima Summer update. They are frog-like creatures who were naturally given a Water elemental type. They all wear martial artist-style clothing and hold a stick to hit objects and people. Croajiro is introduced as a common type of pal that is even included in tutorials that run around the latest islands. They are found in effortless locations and are fairly weak compared to many other Pals in the game....

August 20, 2025 · 3 min · 489 words · Melanie Cline

Paranormasight is a perfectly crafted horror visual novel from Square Enix

Amidst all the big names announced during February’s Nintendo Direct, Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo stuck out thanks to its spooky premise and grisly storyline. A visual novel developed by Square Enix, its trailer suggested an experience full of interesting characters and plot twists. If you’re one of the many people intrigued when it was announced, your wait is over. Paranormasight is now available on the Google Play Store....

August 20, 2025 · 2 min · 303 words · Donald Christian

Saving $250 on the OnePlus 10 Pro is great, but these trade-in deals are the cherry on top

OnePlus 10 Pro The OnePlus 10 Pro was a super-premium flagship in 2022, and even though the OnePlus 11 is now available, there isn’t a Pro model in 2023, so the gap between this and the current top-of-the-line OnePlus phone is relatively small. In addition to a base savings of $250 with this sale, OnePlus is adding up to $100 to the value of your trade-in, so we’re approaching half-off territory here....

August 20, 2025 · 3 min · 566 words · Dustin Mccarthy

Schedule Codes [New] (August 2025)

In Roblox Schedule, you grow and harvest potatoes, then use machines in your factory to make golden chips. You sell the chips to customers for profit and keep building your underground chip empire. You upgrade your setup to grow faster and earn more. you’re able to also buy real estate to expand and keep the business moving. The goal is to run the strongest chip business in the game. To get Freebies fast inSchedule, use codes....

August 20, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Taylor Hudson

The Galaxy S23 series is officially unpacked — here's everything you need to know

Like any other business out there, Samsung’s trying to beat a sagging economy (it’s not doing a good job of it yet). Unlike any other business, though, it’s the world’sbest-known name in Android. This year, it also wants tobeat Appleand is willing tospare no expensein its quest for the crown of phone-dom. That brings us to today as the company unpacks the shining-bright rainbow it has dubbed the Galaxy S23 series, led by the Galaxy S23 Ultra and its Babel-esque camera system....

August 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1113 words · Alexandra Montgomery

The Pixel Watch’s bezels sure look smaller in Google’s reuploaded teaser video

The Pixel Watch’s bezels sure look smaller in Google’s reuploaded teaser video The Pixel launch season is almost upon us. Google has been adding fuel to the hype surrounding thePixel 7andPixel Watchby regularly releasing new teasers of the devices. In nearly all the teasers of the Pixel Watch, you could make out the big bezels surrounding the circular display. Now, it looks like even Google is embarrassed by the big bezels on its upcoming smartwatch and has silently tweaked the teasers to make the display appear bigger....

August 20, 2025 · 2 min · 375 words · Erin Lopez

The Top Shows to Watch as Background Noise While Working or Studying

The biggest reason I have a second monitor is so I can stream content while I work, but I don’t like my attention being too divided. When I’m really busy, I stick to shows that don’t require my full attention. 8What We Do in the Shadows WatchWhat We Do in the ShadowsonDisney+ Never in a million years did I think a delightfully funny and charming movie likeWhat We Do in the Shadowswould spawn an equally hilarious and quirky show....

August 20, 2025 · 5 min · 936 words · Michelle Peterson

Thomas Joseph Crossword June 22, 2025 Answers (8/5/25)

Our Thomas Joseph Crossword August 16, 2025 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The Thomas Joseph Crossword is a popular crossword puzzle that is published daily. The puzzles are known for their clever clues and varied themes, making them both challenging and enjoyable. Whether you’re a seasoned solver or just starting out, the Thomas Joseph Crossword is sure to provide an enjoyable and satisfying experience....

August 20, 2025 · 2 min · 299 words · Donald Chambers

What’s Wrong With Cleo’s Son In Lady In The Lake?

Summary Cleo’s son has a chronic illness in Apple’s new murder mystery seriesLady in the Lake. Starring Natalie Portman in her first-ever leading role in a television series,Lady in the Lakeis based on the 2019 bestselling novel by Laura Lippman.Portman plays Maddie Schwartz, a Jewish housewife in 1966 Baltimorewho leaves her restrictive family life behind to follow her true passion of becoming an investigative journalist. The death of a woman named Cleo Johnson (Moses Ingram) gives Maddie a new opportunity....

August 20, 2025 · 3 min · 482 words · Karen Johnson

Why I’m Keeping My AirPods Pro 2 After Trying Out the Powerbeats Pro 2

With the Powerbeats Pro 2, I was excited to switch to Beats headphones instead of my usual AirPods Pro 2. But after a few weeks of using the Powerbeats Pro 2, I’m returning them and sticking with my AirPods. Heart Rate Detection on the Powerbeats Pro 2 Has Some Huge Limitations The headlining addition to the Powerbeats Pro 2 is built-in heart rate tracking. However, there are some serious drawbacks, especially when compared to an Apple Watch....

August 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1145 words · Brandi Bean