Audio player loading… BlizzCon 2021 Dates BlizzCon 2021 (or BlizzCononline) will be taking place from February 19 to February 20. TechRadar will be reporting all all the biggest news, announcements and reveals, so keep this page bookmarked for the the latest BlizzCon news. BlizzCon 2021 is over, having pulled off its first all-virtual event due to Covid-19 restrictions after having to cancel the event entirely last year. Whether this year's BlizzCon happen at all remained uncertain for a period of time. The publisher cancelled BlizzCon 2020 last May, citing health and safety concerns as the main reasons. But, instead of cancelling Blizzard 2021 event, the company opted to host the event online instead, promising fans an "all-digital celebration and exhibition of Blizzard games and universes". While it certainly didn't have the same punch as past events, all in all, Blizzard did a pretty good job of it? We got some major announcements like World of Warcraft: Burning … [Read more...] about BlizzCon 2021: Everything we saw at BlizzConline this year
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The best Motorola phones 2023: top Moto smartphones for you
The best Motorola phones offers a wide range of mobiles for all users. In fact, Motorola has an offering at every price range, from budget options in the G and E lines to pricey flagships like the Motorola Edge line. The brand also has foldables and rugged phones. So, whether handheld you're looking for, you'll likely find one from its line-up. What's more, Motorola excels in all those areas, with its top handsets often ranking among the best phones and the best cheap phones . Of course, some of those models are better than others, and you have to do your research so you end up with the ideal Motorola phone to meet your needs. And, you have to make sure that you know what you want and what you need before you commit. The first thing to decide when picking a Motorola phone then is how much you're looking to spend, and whether you want a conventional smartphone or a foldable one. We've extensively tested and reviewed most Motorola handsets, and we know which ones are worth … [Read more...] about The best Motorola phones 2023: top Moto smartphones for you
Nintendo Switch 2: everything we know about the long-rumored Switch successor
Audio player loading… Rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 console have been circulating for some time now. Things have been heated ever since the launch of the Nintendo Switch OLED model, which wasn't exactly the Nintendo Switch Pro that we were waiting for. As the console is now in its sixth year of market availability, here's everything we're hoping for from the sequel system. For as much as we love the innovations brought by the Nintendo Switch OLED , such as a vastly brighter and more vivid screen and double the internal storage, it didn't fix the console's biggest problem. The Nintendo Switch is a great system, there's little debate on that, but now so many years after its original 2017 release, it's really starting to show its age. That's why the Nintendo Switch 2 is needed so that Nintendo Switch games can run better with enhanced longevity. Now, Nintendo has been a step behind the other console manufacturers in terms of hardware power, and it's been this way since … [Read more...] about Nintendo Switch 2: everything we know about the long-rumored Switch successor
HBO Max, Paramount Plus join Netflix in frustrating 2023 TV show cancellation spree
Audio player loading… Update: Paramount has responded to TechRadar's request for comment about its Paramount Plus and Showtime merger. In the US, Paramount Plus ' premium tier will be rebranded to "Paramount Plus with Showtime". The merger will take place later this year – Paramount declined to provide an exact date – and will give customers "a more compelling offering" of content. Paramount says the move "is a natural next step" in its revamped strategy to become a singular, multiplatform, IP-driven company. As for UK and Australian audiences, Paramount confirmed no changes will be made to its current Paramount Plus subscription plans. Showtime is already integrated into Paramount Plus (as an extra channel) in non-US territories. On the topic of show cancellations and removals from its streaming platform, Paramount president and CEO Chris McCarthy explained – in an employee memo seen by TechRadar – the reasons behind these decisions. "As a part of Paramount … [Read more...] about HBO Max, Paramount Plus join Netflix in frustrating 2023 TV show cancellation spree
I watched Rian Johnson’s Poker Face on Peacock – and it’s nothing like Knives Out
Audio player loading… It's no secret that Peacock is the black sheep of the streaming family. While the likes of Netflix and Disney Plus possess extensive and excellent back catalogs, Peacock's lack of top-tier originals has seen audiences shun it in favor of its more popular cousins. Now, though, NBC Universal's streamer has a truly fantastic TV show to rival its peers: Poker Face . The brainchild of Rian Johnson ( Knives Out , Star Wars ), Poker Face is an sensationally good comedy detective series that'll do more than fill the Knives Out -shaped void in your life . In fact, I'd go as far to say it's the best Peacock show of all-time – and one that'll convince you to finally sign up for the service. The truth is out there Poker Face stars Natasha Lyonne ( Russian Doll ) as Charlie Cale, a drifter who possesses the seemingly supernatural ability to detect lies. Or, in Cale's catchphrase-like terms, when a person "bullshits" her. When … [Read more...] about I watched Rian Johnson’s Poker Face on Peacock – and it’s nothing like Knives Out
Poll: Just 23 Percent Satisfied with the Current State of the Union
Less than a quarter of Americans are satisfied with the current state of the union, a Gallup survey released less than a week from President Biden’s scheduled State of the Union address found. According to the survey, 76 percent are dissatisfied with the state of the nation at this point in time. Of those, 48 percent identify themselves as “very” dissatisfied. Just 23 percent currently describe themselves as satisfied. Notably, a majority of Republicans, (94 percent), Democrats (64 percent), and independents (76 percent) describe themselves as dissatisfied. Three-quarters of Republicans describe themselves as “very” dissatisfied with the state of the nation, and 46 percent of independents and 28 percent of Democrats are also “very” dissatisfied. That particular survey was taken January 2022, 2023, among 1,011 U.S. adults, has a +/- 4 percent margin of error, and preceded another Gallup report released this week, which looked at U.S. satisfaction as it relates to … [Read more...] about Poll: Just 23 Percent Satisfied with the Current State of the Union
Tim Cook says Apple Pay Later will still launch – just not yet
Audio player loading… Apple has confirmed it still aims to launch its own Buy Now Pay Later scheme later this year, despite growing concerns that ongoing delays might have meant the project's cancellation. Apple Pay Later was first announced in June 2022, but has suffered multiple delays and setbacks since then. It was initially expected to launch alongside iOS 16 back in September 2022, but now looks set for release some time in 2023. The company's official iOS website currently states that Apple Pay Later is, "coming in a future update" - but now the company's CEO appears to have shed some light on when this may be. Apple Pay Later, soon Speaking to CNBC (opens in new tab) around the company's Q1 2023 financial results, Apple CEO Tim Cook confirmed that plans to launch the service are still underway - although he was unable to put a concrete date on the board. “It will be launching soon,” Cook noted, with CNBC saying he had also revealed Apple … [Read more...] about Tim Cook says Apple Pay Later will still launch – just not yet
The Best Blu-ray Players of 2023
Table of Contents What to Look For in a Blu-ray Player Best Blu-ray Player Overall: Sony UBP-X700 Best Multi-Entertainment System: Xbox Series X Best Value Blu-ray Player: Panasonic DP-UB150-K Best Budget Blu-ray Player: LG BP175 Best Blu-ray Player for Travel: Super Mini Blu-ray Disc Player Update, 01/26/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and are confident these are still the best Blu-ray players you can buy. What to Look For in a Blu-ray Player Although Blu-ray players may not be as popular as they once were, they’re still investment-worthy gadgets should they fit your lifestyle. Many of these entertainment devices have kept up with the times and are able to play your favorite TV shows or movies via streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. Plus, there are many options (including those on our list) that support HDMI and AV plug-ins, making them a rather versatile item for your entertainment setup. In addition, some Blu-ray players … [Read more...] about The Best Blu-ray Players of 2023
The Best Streaming Devices of 2023
Table of Contents How to Shop for a Streaming Device in 2023 Best Overall Streaming Device: Roku Streaming Stick 4K Best Budget Streaming Device: Fire Stick TV Lite Best Roku Streaming Device: Roku Ultra Best Fire TV Streaming Device: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Best Google TV Streaming Device: Chromecast with Google TV Best Android TV Streaming Device: NVIDIA Shield Android TV Pro Best Apple TV Device: Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) Update, 01/27/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and are confident these are still the best streaming devices you can buy. How to Shop for a Streaming Device in 2023 If you have an older TV but it works just fine, it can be hard to justify the price of upgrading to a smart TV . Even if you are upgrading, there are some issues with smart TVs to consider, from poor update support to the apps and services you use most potentially missing from the TV manufacturer’s supported app lineup. Streaming devices and sticks are a … [Read more...] about The Best Streaming Devices of 2023
Windows 11 preview has a hidden feature that makes life on the desktop easier
Audio player loading… Windows 11 has a new preview build available, and it comes with a nifty hidden change that makes the new tabs with File Explorer an even more versatile feature – plus there are some interesting introductions on the widget front, too. Let’s start with that juicy hidden feature, but first, a bit of background. As you likely recall, tabs were recently introduced to File Explorer in Windows 11, meaning tabbed windows when working with folders in the OS (in just the same way as you have tabbed web pages in a browser window). However, as flagged by PhantomOcean3 on Twitter (via Windows Latest (opens in new tab) ), build 25290 comes with the hidden ability to be able to drag tabs out of a window in File Explorer. (This function is enabled using a Windows configuration utility called ViVeTool, if you were wondering – otherwise testers won’t see it). Build 25290 includes a neat new hidden feature letting you drag a tab in File Explorer out of … [Read more...] about Windows 11 preview has a hidden feature that makes life on the desktop easier