Images of Google Home Hub leak ahead of company’s October hardware event

Leaked images have surfaced regarding a new Google project called the “Google Home Hub.” The company said that Assistant would be compatible with displays quite a while ago, but no first-party displays had been made yet, although a slew of third-party hardware was launched. The leaked images suggest that Google plans to launch its own display, likely at the “Made By Google” event on October 9. The product shown looks like a 7-inch screen with a speaker at its base....

August 2, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Derrick Gomez

Is Flipped 2 Happening? Everything We Know

Summary Flipped 2is the long-hoped-for sequel to Rob Reiner’s 2010 movieFlipped; unfortunately, there have been a few discouraging comments made about its prospects.Prolific actor and directorRob Reiner madeFlippedfor his Castle Rock Entertainment production company.Based on the novel of the same name by author Wendelin Van Draanen,Flippedis a romantic coming-of-age story about two eighth graders who begin developing feelings for one another despite being complete opposites. The film performed poorly at the box office, earning only $4....

August 2, 2025 · 4 min · 767 words · Cynthia George

Is there going to be a fourth Spider-Verse movie?

Almost anyone could have guessed thatSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Versewas going to be a success, especially since its predecessor,Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Versewas wildly popular with fans and critics alike on its way to winning the Oscar for best animated film. But nobody predicted thatAcross the Spider-Versewould have a monster $120 million opening weekend on its way to potentially being the biggest hit of the summer. The third movie,Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse,is already well into production and it should be ready for release next year....

August 2, 2025 · 2 min · 342 words · Brandon Martinez

Kodak’s ‘Digitizing Box’ service saves precious memories stuck on old media

You might still have some old VHS tapes of home movies from the ’80s, but you probably don’t havea machine to play them on. And what about those old Super 8 reels gathering dust in the attic? While it’s certainly possible to bring old analog media into the digital age, you need particular equipment, and more importantly, plenty of free time to get the job done. That’s why many of us never get around to it....

August 2, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Thomas Sullivan

Lenovo Smart Clock hands-on review

“Why you can trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ Over the past year,Lenovohas quietly made a name for itself as a maker of Google Assistant speakers that also feature screens. At CES 2018, it introduced the Lenovo Smart Display, a Google Assistant speaker with either an 8- or 10-inch screen that’s meant to rival theAmazon Echo Show....

August 2, 2025 · 4 min · 823 words · Chris Baker

Lost Ark: Best classes for beginners

Lost Arkhas already seen incredible growth in Eastern regions, offering more than 20 classes for players to explore. For its Western debut, however, players only have access to 15. These are spread across five base classes, each one intended for a different type of playstyle. If you’re just dipping your toes into the world ofLost Ark— or are an MMO newcomer in general — it’s important to pick a class that’s easy to learn and won’t punish you for making small mistakes....

August 2, 2025 · 4 min · 682 words · Cassandra Wolfe

Lovot is a cute companion robot that wants to give you affection

In recent years we’ve been seeing increasing efforts to create robots that show emotion or offer affection topeople they interact with. Lovot is a new robot out of Japan with such an aim in mind. Created by Tokyo-based Groove X, Lovot — which comes from combining “love” and “robot” — is a cute companion robot that’s been in development for the last three years. It’s just over a foot tall and in many ways resembles a child’s cuddly toy....

August 2, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Joseph Wilson

Marvel Snap’s August 8 update patch notes: Spider-Man gets new role

Marvel Snap’s August 8 update patch notes: Spider-Man gets new role The August 8 Marvel Snap update is now live, introducing a slew of balance adjustments and general improvements.The spotlight shines on Spider-Man, who has undergone a significant rework. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the latest patch notes. AsMarvel Snapcontinues to evolve, Second Dinner has rolled out another patch to ensure a balanced and engaging gameplay experience. With the introduction of new features and card adjustments, players have a lot to look forward to....

August 2, 2025 · 4 min · 666 words · William Lee

McDonald’s breakfast bagels are back – here’s where you can get them

McDonald’s breakfast bagels are back – here’s where you can get them The breakfast bagels at McDonald’s were undoubtedly one of the chain’s most popular items before being scrapped, and now they’re making a return. The bagels offered by the chain have been an on-and-off breakfast item since their introduction in the latter half of 2019. However, they were scrapped in 2020, along with a few other menu cuts. That removal sparked a massive outcry, with McDonald’s fans desperate to see the bagels make their return....

August 2, 2025 · 2 min · 348 words · Emily Wilson

Meta’s plans for a Facebook smartwatch might be dead

Meta has reportedly shelved plans to make a smartwatch, codenamed Milan, that would come equipped with two cameras. As per aBloombergreport, the company’sfirst smartwatchwas slated to debut next year with a price tag of $349. However, the company has now canceled plans for mass production, apparently as a cost-cutting measure. As per images of the prototype shared in the report, Meta’s smartwatch had a squircle display with a flat profile and a gold casing....

August 2, 2025 · 3 min · 503 words · Kenneth Curtis

Mojawa’s latest headphones provide real-time fitness feedback using AI and haptics

Mojawa’s HaptiFit Terrabone conduction headphonesoffer a new take on fitness tracking by combining music with AI-driven real-time workout guidance and haptic feedback. The new device, aimed at runners, cyclists, and swimmers, was launched atCES 2024but can be preordered now for $200. When it becomes more widely available in March 2024, Mojawa plans to increase the price to $300. The HaptiFit Terra’s design will look instantly familiar to anyone who has worn bone-conduction headphones....

August 2, 2025 · 2 min · 387 words · John Fischer

Moment Air brings an anamorphic lens to DJI’s drones for cinematic flair

Moment, the company that makeshigh-quality lensesfor smartphones, is expanding its expertiseto drones— specifically theDJI Mavic 2 Pro and Mavic 2 Zoom. The platform is calledMoment Airand it doesn’t just include lenses, but also filters, a new mounting system, as well as an iPhone case. The anamorphic lens returns There’s only one lens available at the moment, and it’s theDrone Anamorphic Lens. Moment released its cinematography-focused anamorphic lensfor smartphones last year, which offers a cinema-wide aspect ratio as well as neat lens-flare effects....

August 2, 2025 · 3 min · 526 words · Dennis Khan

MrBeast urges billionaires to put their “unfathomable wealth” into YouTube content

MrBeast urges billionaires to put their “unfathomable wealth” into YouTube content Jimmy ‘MrBeast’ Donaldson is calling on billionaires to help make content for his philanthropic YouTube channel by putting their “unfathomable wealth” towards mega-projects. YouTubeicon MrBeast is trying to recruit the richest of the rich for his ‘Beast Philanthropy’ charity, in which all the profits go towards helping others. Since launching in 2021, the Beast Philanthropy channel has made 42 videos where MrBeast and his teamdo good deedssuch as building a school, giving away $30M in free food and helping amputees walk again, just to name a few....

August 2, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Samantha Scott