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A male teenager sits at a computer in V/H/S/99.

V/H/S/99 directors on hellish freaks, creepy geeks, and the horror that is the late 1990s

In a conversation with Digital Trends, the directors and producer of V/H/S/99 talk about their movie, late '90s horror, and the future of the Shudder franchise.
The four heroes of Gotham Knights walking in a purple street below text of the game's title.

Gotham Knights’ ending explained: Batman’s death, the Court of Owls, and more

This is what happens in Gotham Knights' the latest Batman game from WB Games that actually kills the caped crusader.
Fortnite character shooting the new explosive goo gun.

Fortnite’s latest season took away my favorite weapon (and my self-confidence)

Fortnite's newest season brought an arsenal of new weapons that taught me I've still got some training to do.
A man looks into his iPhone in TikTok, Boom.

TikTok, Boom director on showcasing the pleasures and pitfalls of TikTok

In an interview with Digital Trends, director Shalini Kantayya talks about how her documentary TikTok, Boom. probes the dangers of TikTok's growing influence.
Batman overlooking the neon lights of Gotham in Arkham Knight.

Batman and the city: depictions of Gotham from The Dark Knight to Gotham Knights

Everyone knows Gotham City is Batman's HQ, but few know how the iconic location has changed in movies like The Dark Knight to video games like Gotham Knights.
Pyramid Head walking in the rain.

Konami’s big Silent Hill plans show how video game franchises are changing

Konami is taking an aggressive approach to revive the Silent Hill series. It's part of a larger trend across the video game industry.
Alicent Hightower looking distressed in House of the Dragon.

Hey, House of the Dragon fans: Stop hating Alicent Hightower

Alicent Hightower is the most conflicted and complex figure in House of the Dragon, and it's time we start appreciating her for the excellent player she is.
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I used a Kindle for the first time in 10 years and it totally changed how I read

It's been over a decade since I last used a Kindle, but the latest entry-level Kindle has made me love reading again.
Menace II Society (1993)

From Boyz n the Hood to Malcolm X: The legacy of New Black Cinema

With groundbreaking movies like Boyz n the Hood and Malcolm X, New Black Cinema left a lasting legacy that paved the way for Moonlight, Atlanta, and Insecure.
The Surface Pro 9 with the Type Cover keyboard lifted up.

All the reasons the new Surface devices are worse than before

The new Surface Pro 9 and Surface Laptop 5 are solid devices but take a step back from their predecessors in some meaningful ways.
Slim Folio Pro For iPad Pro

I won’t pay $1,877 for a new iPad Pro because these 3 options are way better

When I priced up my dream iPad Pro (2022) the high price gave me an unpleasant shock. Surely this wasn't the only option? Turns out, it's not.
Tasiana Shirley sits on top of a shipping container with a rifle in a scene from Slash/Back.

Slash/Back director talks homegrown horror and the film’s amazing score

Slash/Back filmmaker Nyla Innuksuk explains how she made her alien-invasion film in a remote Inuit community and why it was so important to do so.
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What we’d like to see in House of the Dragon season 2

House of the Dragon season 1 did a brilliant job laying the groundwork for the Dance of the Dragons, but season 2 needs to kick things into full gear.
Johnny Silverhand and inspirations for a Cyberpunk 2077 movie

What would a Cyberpunk 2077 movie look like?

Netflix's Edgerunners anime has made Cyberpunk popular again. To capitalize on the show and the upcoming 2077 sequel, it's time to expand the IP to film.
Kate gasps in The Devil in Me.

The Devil in Me is the most interactive Dark Pictures game yet

The Dark Pictures Anthology's latest game, The Devil in Me, adds a new dimension to its horror with more interactivity options.
Rose uses superpowers to freeze a mold monster in Resident Evil Village: Shadows of Rose.

Resident Evil Village’s Shadows of Rose DLC makes the series’ future clear

Like the Fast and the Furious, the new Resident Evil Village DLC is all about family (and superpowers).
The Google Pixel 7 Pro, laying on a rock.

I want to love the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, but Google won’t let me

The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are almost outstanding smartphones. But they suffer from ongoing issues the Pixel line has faced for years — and that's a problem.
Sonic grinding a rail away from the arched laser.

After playing 6 hours of Sonic Frontiers, I’m sold on the ‘open zone’ pivot

Based on our final hands-on preview, Sonic Frontiers has improved quite a lot since we played it earlier this summer.
Lego Black Adam with lightning coming out of him in the game Lego DC Super-Villains.

5 video games to play after you’ve watched Black Adam

The DC antihero Black Adam makes his live-action debut in the film of the same name, and fans looking for similar adventures should check out these video games.
The Surface Duo 2 in the tent mode.

Why I’m using the Microsoft Surface Duo in 2022, and why you should too

The Microsoft Surface Duo remains a terrible phone, but in 2022, it's a surprisingly great companion device.
Daemon stands next to his dragon in House of the Dragon.

House of the Dragon season 1 finale recap: A shocking death leads to all-out war

House of the Dragon season one reached its highly anticipated conclusion with an explosive episode that finally began the long-awaited Dance of the Dragons.
Thomas Jane covers Kara Heyward's mouth in Slayers.

Thomas Jane on Slayers, Boogie Nights, and remembering Burt Reynolds

In an interview with Digital Trends, Thomas Jane discusses his role in Slayers and shares memorable stories from the sets of Boogie Nights and 61*. 
A gaming laptop with the ReSpec brand over it.

Are Windows 11 security features killing your gaming performance? You might be surprised

Windows 11's security features kill your gaming performance, right? Microsoft brought this year-old issue back up, and we think it is high time to revisit it.
Aircraft among clouds descending for a landing.

Is 5G dangerous for airplanes? Here’s what pilots and the FAA say

After months of wrangling with the aviation industry, AT&T and Verizon rolled out their C-Band 5G spectrum this year, but have they taken enough precautions?
Iron Heart in Marvel Snap's animated trailer.

Marvel Snap is excellent, but its progression system still needs work

Marvel Snap is a top-tier mobile game, but its approach to progression is in need of an overhaul.
A character dressed as a doctor is kneeling, face to face with a girl with a red mohawk in New Tales from the Borderlands.

Gearbox Studios on using performance capture in New Tales from the Borderlands

In an interview with Digital Trends, Gearbox Software producers discuss using performance capture for their new video game, New Tales From The Borderlands.
Meta gave an example of what you can see when wearing a Quest Pro.

Are Quest Pro’s virtual screens actually better than real monitors?

The first impressions of using the Quest Pro's virtual screens indicate some impressive results.
Thomas Jane and Kara Hayward point crossbows in a scene from Slayers.

Director K. Asher Levin on genre filmmaking and his new horror movie, Slayers

In an interview with Digital Trends, K. Asher Levin speaks about the origin of his vampire horror film Slayers and his ongoing collaboration with Thomas Jane.
baseball hitter swings and misses

Meet the game-changing pitching robot that can perfectly mimic any human throw

Trajekt's high-tech pitching machine can mimic the exact speed, spin, and trajectory of any human pitch. It's a literal game-changer for professional baseball
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D socketed in a motherboard.

AMD, please don’t make the same mistake with the Ryzen 7 7700X3D

AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D was the best gaming processor on the market, but only for about six months. Hopefully the Ryzen 7 7700X3D will have more time to shine.
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Marvel’s most powerful mutants, ranked from weakest to strongest

There are plenty of mutants in the world of Marvel Comics, but the most powerful of them, from Apocalypse to Phoenix, are capable of changing the world.
No Man's Sky warp drive

No Man’s Sky 4.0’s difficulty options make the space game feel new again

No Man's Sky 4.0 brought with it a number of new changes, none of which were as important to its gameplay as the new difficulty slider menu.
Pyramid Head walking in the rain.

Silent Hill 2 doesn’t need a remake. The PS2 version is perfect, flaws and all

The original Silent Hill 2 is full of bad acting, unrealistically thick fog, and uncanny animations. And that's what makes it great.
iPad Air 5 back in hand.

Apple’s iPad lineup in 2022 misses the thing that used to make it great

Apple has more iPads available to purchase than ever before — many with overlapping features and specs. And it's almost impossible to understand.