The Future Of Vikings Valhalla's William, Duke of Normandy, Is Bigger Than You Realize

Summary Despite being the show’s final season,Vikings: Valhallaseason 3 introduced new characters, one of them Duke William of Normandy (Ely Solan), but he’s a much bigger character than the show makes him seem.Vikings: Valhallacontinued the stories of its main characters, to which it added new characters, despite not having enough time to develop their stories. Such was the case of William of Normandy, who appeared briefly when Queen Emma (Laura Berlin) and King Canute (Bradley Freegard) arrived in Normandy to visit Emma’s sons, Edward and Alfred....

June 11, 2025 · 5 min · 1043 words · Paul Stout

The new Pixel tablet's only chance at success might be sneaking in the smart-home back door

The new Pixel tablet’s only chance at success might be sneaking in the smart-home back door Today, at itsannual I/O conference, Google briefly teased anupcoming Pixel-branded tablet. There were practically no hard details; all we know for sure is that it’ll be powered by a Tensor CPU and that Google intends to launch it next year. But we also got a look at renders of the tablet, and it bears a striking resemblance to existing Nest devices....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 649 words · Elizabeth Lee

The OnePlus Watch 2's dual-OS setup lacks the polish it needs

Smartwatches have become so common that when I spot someone wearing a traditional timepiece, it’s almost strange. And since smartwatches have many more functions than traditional timepieces, battery life is the most common complaint and pain point. While a mechanical or boring digital watch can significantly outlast even thetop Android smartwatchespower-wise, a lot is naturally missing when it comes to features. The latest OnePlus Watch 2 has taken a step to make power usage less of an issue, becoming the first Wear OS watch to use a dual-OS approach....

June 11, 2025 · 5 min · 908 words · Rebecca Wilson

This 100W hub will charge everything you own for $51

Baseus 100W PD GaN3 Fast Wall Charger The Baseus 100W fast charger is the perfect accessory for your desk or travel. It has 4 USB ports, with a max 100W output, and you can divvy up that power across up to 4 devices at once. It supports USB-C and USB-A cables as well as PD and PPS fast charging standards. And right now it looks ever better at more than 20% off with a digital coupon at Amazon....

June 11, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Thomas Davis

This Excel Function Is So Much Smarter Than VLOOKUP

VLOOKUP has frustrated me with its rigid limitations and clunky syntax. But, not anymore. I found an Excel fucntion that handles lookups in any direction and offers precise matching control. XMATCH Works in Any Direction You Want The biggest frustration with VLOOKUP is its stubborn left-to-right requirement. If your lookup column isn’t the leftmost in your range, you’re stuck. You have to either rearrange your data or find a workaround. It can waste time restructuring spreadsheets just to make VLOOKUP happy....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 735 words · Angela Mcclure

This New Browser Is a Productivity Miracle

Quick Links Browsers like Google Chrome are amazingly versatile, but they can turn into distraction-driving machines when you’re working. Arc Browser is a hot new alternative, and it might be exactly the miracle you need to get productive. What Is Arc Browser and Why Is It a Productivity Miracle? Arc Browser is a new web browser that offers a novel approach to surfing the web. While other web browsers are simple to a fault, Arc Browser seeks to address distractions and inefficiency by providing features tailored for productivity....

June 11, 2025 · 5 min · 984 words · Angela Wiggins

This New Connector Type Will Be the End of HDMI

A consortium of Chinese tech giants is developing a brand new video connector. If its claims are true and it delivers on its expected specs and performance, HDMI is about to get a serious run for its money—and could be replaced entirely in some cases. What Is GPMI? China’s Shenzen 8K UHD Video Industry Cooperation Alliance, a group of more than 50 Chinese companies, has released a new wired media communication standard that rivals HDMI: the General Purpose Media Interface (GPMI)....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 815 words · Julie Shelton

Universal Crossword July 17, 2025 Answers (5/15/25)

Our Universal Crossword July 12, 2025 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. TheUniversal Crosswordis a syndicated crossword that is published across different apps and websites each day. It is created with a focus on clarity and simplicity, making it a great choice for both experienced and casual solvers. Universal Crossword August 24, 2025 Answers If you need help solving the Universal Crossword on 5/15/25, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you’re able to find the answer(s) you need....

June 11, 2025 · 2 min · 327 words · Brandon Bass

Universal Crossword June 15, 2025 Answers (7/9/25)

Our Universal Crossword July 21, 2025 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. TheUniversal Crosswordis a syndicated crossword that is published across different apps and websites each day. It is created with a focus on clarity and simplicity, making it a great choice for both experienced and casual solvers. Universal Crossword July 12, 2025 Answers If you need help solving the Universal Crossword on 7/9/25, we’ve listed all of the crossword clues below so you can find the answer(s) you need....

June 11, 2025 · 2 min · 326 words · Stefanie Davis

Vampire Survivors brings first DLC to mobile — offers even more frantic bullet-hell fun

Three months after it hit PC and consoles, Vampire Survivors' first DLC is out now on Android. Legacy of the Moonspell has everything you would expect from the title thattopped our list of best games of 2022, and best of all, the new content is just $0.99. It launched alongside a minor update that added a DLC store page, indicating that more is coming. Legacy of the Moonspell adds 8 characters, 13 weapons, 6 music tracks, and the titular stage, Mt....

June 11, 2025 · 2 min · 339 words · Emily Lambert

Why Daniel Craig's 007 Was So Dark Explained By A James Bond Parody Franchise

Summary Daniel Craig’s era ofJames Bondmovies took on a much darker toner than the franchise had previously adopted, and there could be an explanation in a parody of the legendary film series as to why this happened.Every actor to play James Bondbrought something new and refreshing to the role, and each man’s era as 007 took on a slightly different vibe. However,Craig’s time leading the franchise led to a drastically different approachthat suited the movies well, but the change may not have just come out of thin air....

June 11, 2025 · 5 min · 923 words · Maureen Best

Why Trap's Reviews Are So Mixed: 48% Rotten Tomatoes Score Explained

Summary M. Night Shyamalan’s newest movieTrapfollows a serial killer attending a concert with his daughter, and unfortunately for the famous director,Trapisn’t Shyamalan’s highest-reviewed project.The psychological thriller film, directed and written by Shyamalan, was released on June 11, 2025, and has received mixed reactions from critics, with some hating it and others finding it entertaining.Shyamalan has always been a polarizing filmmaker,so the varied reviews for the 2024 movie aren’t surprising. But the fact thatTraphas Shyamalan’s worstRotten Tomatoesscore in five yearsis disappointing....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 830 words · Natasha Johnson

Why Tyler Perry's New Movie Has 0% (Yes, Zero) On Rotten Tomatoes

Summary Tyler Perry’s Divorce in the Blackhas marked a new low in Tyler Perry’s directorial career. Based on itsRotten Tomatoes score of 0%,Tyler Perry’s Divorce in the Blackis the lowest-rated movie the celebrated filmmaker has ever created, even though ithas a moderately positive audience score of 62%. Thecast ofDivorce in the Blackis led by Meagan Good’s Ava and Cory Hardrict’s Dallas and also features performances by Taylor Polidore Williams, Shannon Wallace, Debbi Morgan, Richard Lawson, and Joseph Lee Anderson....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 831 words · Gregory Conner