Instagram is testing killing the like count on photos, new Create Mode coming soon

Instagram is gainingfour cool new features while testing killing the like count on photos with a small percentage of users in Canada as a way to combat bots that generate fake likes. The social networking giant today kicked off its annual F8 developers conference with a keynote during which itunveiled a desktop Messenger appalongside a fast, agile,completely rebuilt Messenger for iOSrocking a host of new features like collaborative video watching....

July 14, 2025 · 4 min · 755 words · Mario Smith

Kevin Smith Invites Stan Lee to Live with Him Following Reports of Elder Abuse

A new report alleges that things in Stan Lee’s personal life are a lot worse than originally thought, and in the wake of this news, director/diehard comic book fanKevin Smithhas invited the comic legend to live with him. As previously reported,Stan Leeappeared at the Silicon Valley Comic Con last weekend, much to the delight of Marvel fans. However, once they saw what kind of physical condition that Lee was in, they became alarmed and criticized the staff working with Lee....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 535 words · Dawn Roberts

Kuo: AirPods 3 sporting AirPods Pro-like design arriving in the first half of 2021

Apple should release a pair of third-generation AirPods with an updated industrial design and possibly bringing some new features sometime in early 2021. According to a new research note from reliable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo with TF International Securities, the AirPods 3 should bring an updated look more consistent with the current higher-end AirPods Pro earbuds — they should be smaller and have an updated shape to better fit most ears — in turn boosting already strong demand for the company’s wireless earbuds....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 300 words · Kimberly Carlson

Mafia: The Old Country to run on Unreal Engine 5

Today, 2K and developer Hangar 13 have released not one, but two trailers for the upcoming Mafia: The Old Country. One trailer, titled “Breaking Omerta”, provides developer insights to the game, while the other, “Whatever if Takes”, is gameplay tailer that is captured in-engine.Mafia: The Old Countrywill be running on the Unreal Engine 5, as Hangar 13 brings in a plethora of experience to a series that dates back over twenty years....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Kirsten Anderson

Meta reportedly so desperate for its own TikTok it might split Instagram

Reelsis one ofInstagram’smost popular features, to the extent thatMetaseems to be considering spinning it off into its ownstandaloneshort-form video app. According to a report fromThe Information, Instagram head Adam Mosseri was overheard discussing the idea of making Reels a separate app with staff this week. This potential move is reportedly part of Meta’s strategy to capitalize on TikTok’s uncertainty in the US. The report indicates that this initiative, code-named Project Ray, focuses on strategizing ways for Instagram to compete against TikTok....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 380 words · Charles Jones

New Maserati GranTurismo Revealed With A Fully-Electric Folgore Flagship

New Maserati GranTurismo Revealed With A Fully-Electric Folgore Flagship Maserati just announcedthat the GranTurismo is back with an electrified vengeance. The new sports car features all the classic Italian styling one would expect from a brand like Maserati. Maserati claims the newest iteration of the GranTurismo pays tribute to the brand’s 75-year-long tenure in the sports car business. For those wanting a more conventional drivetrain, there is no need to worry as GranTurismos equipped with an internal combustion engine will come in two distinct flavors....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 348 words · Jessica Cabrera

Nioh "Bloodshed’s End" Final DLC!

Team Ninja’s Creative Director, Tom Lee has just revealed that they’ll be releasing a final DLC for their action-RPG Samurai-SoulsNioh, titled:Bloodshed’s End. Nioh Bloodshed’s End, Closing The Curtains On The Sengoku Jidai! This lastNiohDLC will wrap up William’s long and arduous journey through the warring states period of Japan. The upcomingBlooshed’s EndDLC will feature: In addition to all of those, a new mode called “The Abyss” will be included. It is describe as where “the strongest warriors can test their skills in a perpetual battleground....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 488 words · Dean Holmes

Odin Movie Will Ask What If the Dog Avenged John Wick Instead?

Ever wondered what it would be like if, inJohn Wick, the assassin had died and instead his dog went out on a deadly revenge mission? Screenwriter Scott Lobdell is here to answer that very question, whether or not it’s ever actually been asked. Lobdell has partnered with fellow screenwriter John J. McLaughlin for a new project titledOdin, which sees a dog looking for vengeance after his owner is killed. Scott Lobdell previously wroteHappy Death Day, which recently was given a sequel, Happy Death Day 2U....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 468 words · Heather Buchanan

One Piece: The powers of Mera Mera no Mi explained

One Piece: The powers of Mera Mera no Mi explained Mera Mera no Mi is one of the strongest devil fruits in the entirety of One Piece. Here’s a look at the powers and abilities it grants its users. One Pieceis a timeless shonen classic that features several characters with special skills and traits. The main sources of power in the world are devil fruit or Haki. While Haki is achieved by vigorous training, the power of a devil fruit can be acquired by simply consuming it....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 575 words · Andrea Brown

OnePlus 5T tips and tricks: The essential guide to the all-screen flagship killer

OnePlus 5T has just been launched, and while it’s pricier than its predecessors, it’s still a good amount of phone for the £449 price tag. It’s comfortably cheaper than the likes of the Pixel 2 XL, iPhone 8 Plus and Galaxy S8 Plus, and offers a true high-end experience. If you’ve bought one recently, or plan to, let us guide you through some of the software features you’re going to want to learn....

July 14, 2025 · 14 min · 2778 words · Jeffrey Anderson

Pwn20wnd says major unc0ver update will be released “within a few days”

It’s been approximately one month since hacker and unc0ver lead developer Pwn20wndreleased unc0ver v3.0.1 to the general public, and there’ve been no subsequent updates to thejailbreaktool since. But that’s all about to change. Aswe reported just last week, Pwn20wnd is planning to release a substantial update for unc0ver with a plethora of bug fixes and stability improvements. At the time, we knew very little about the upcoming update; but Pwn20wnd has been somewhat vocal as of late regarding what we can expect:...

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Terri Ramirez

sinatraa in hot form on day 1 of Valorant NA Challengers qualifier

sinatraa in hot form on day 1 of Valorant NA Challengers qualifier Former Sentinels star Jay ‘sinatraa’ Won showed why he is still so highly regarded in the Valorant scene as he led UNTAMABLE BEASTS to the last-32 of the NA Challengers Last Chance Qualifier. sinatraa is making his first competitive appearance in almost two years in theLast Chance Qualifier for NA Challengersas part of astar-studded pug teamthat also includes former Sentinels teammate Jared ‘zombs’ Gitlin and ex-OpTic star Jimmy ‘Marved’ Nguyen....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 277 words · Michael Fernandez

Stick to your New Year's resolutions with these apps

New year, new you. That’s the mindset every January 1. You’ve seen what you were like for the past 365 days. Now you want to commit to being a better version of yourself. That’s what New Year’s resolutions are for. TIme to shake off the old cobwebs off yourworkout gear.Time to get more serious aboutbudgeting. Time to maybe put yourself out there more withonline dating. There are a number of New Year’s resolutions that many people pick up in January of a new year....

July 14, 2025 · 7 min · 1411 words · Gloria Marquez MD