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The official reveal of Nintendo Switch 2 details has come as a flurry, and all the information at once can be pretty hard to handle. Now that the dust has settled, there are a few things that are worth knowing about this console that were either glossed over in the main video, or relegated to supplementary material.

I've been quite skeptical of noise-canceling technology for years. My cheap earbuds did a decent job of passively blocking noise, so I figured Active Noise Cancelation (ANC) wasn't worth the extra cost. However, a quick test of ANC immediately changed my mind.

I fell in love with Monument Valley back when I first reviewed it for Android Police in 2014, and while it's not the kind of title I've spent a lot of time with since, it has spawned a love for similar types of games.

From the first announcement of the Switch 2, it's been a pretty universal assumption that the Nintendo Switch 2 would be backwards compatible with games from the Switch. Similar to the DS and 3DS, or Gamecube and Wii.

Bluetooth is pretty much omnipresent these days. It’s in our phones, our headphones, and yeah, even our cars. It’s supposed to be the ultimate convenience, but why do I still often reach for an aux cable instead?

Ubuntu may get the limelight a lot in Linux circles, but it has several cousins. One of them is Kubuntu Linux, and it has some unique qualities that might lead you to make it your primary operating system.

There are numerous ways to control most games, and, of course, you should pick the type of control scheme that works the best for you. However, I think a lot of people overlook the humble D-pad as an option—always opting for an analog stick.

Most of us have a piece of tech that's laughably outdated, but we still refuse to let it go for one reason or another. For me, it's an old 40-inch Sony Bravia TV I bought used back in 2018. I just can’t bring myself to let it go. Here’s why.

Apple's modern Mac lineup is one of the market's most power-efficient and powerful range of computers, but it's normal for older models to show signs of aging by slowing down. Like old age, it comes to us all eventually.

When it comes to your homelab, there are two main technologies at play when it comes to running your services: virtual machines and Docker containers. Here's a breakdown of what makes them different, and which you should use in your homelab.

Apple's new Food section, available to News+ subscribers in iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4 or later, has won me over with its approachable, superbly designed interface. Recipes from renowned food publishers are presented in a clear and concise manner.

Are you tired of everyone recommending a new Linux distro claiming it's the best? Are you wondering which one of these best distros is actually aligned with your needs and requirements? Well, let me spotlight five popular Linux distros and what they do, so you can finally make your choice!

One of the standout features of web browsers we’ve come to rely on is extensions. If you use Safari on your Mac, you may have noticed the extension landscape on Apple's browser looks a little sparse compared to its rivals, and there are some pretty specific reasons for that.

Toyota is one of the biggest automotive companies in the world, and they are a massive force in shaping the industry. From artificial intelligence to hydrogen fuel cells and autonomous systems, the Japanese automaker is signaling that it’s not just keeping pace with innovation, it’s helping lead it.

Since the Apple Watch first went on sale in April 2015, it's thought that well over 200 million of them have been bought. Yet not one has found its way onto my wrist. And unless it gets a major revamp in its second decade, I don't see that changing.

With the reveal that Switch 2 games will cost $80-$90, and speculation that the base version of Grand Theft Auto 6 might be $100, there's a predictable (and understandable) uproar from gamers who want to keep enjoying their hobby during tough economic times.

Nintendo has never had an achievement system in the vein of PlayStation trophies or Xbox achievements, and it's continuing this hallowed tradition with the Switch 2. Good!

Console prices are creeping up, but it's not the systems, it's the games that get you. As individual game prices inch ever closer to $100, the value to be found in mobile games becomes harder to ignore.

Apple is not known for supporting platforms other than its own, which is why it was no surprise when Apple Maps launched exclusively for the iPhone and iPad. Slowly, Apple has loosened it's grip, and now it finally works on more phones thanks to mobile browsers.

Razer has officially released its PC Remote Play app for iOS and Android. This new app lets users stream PC games to their phones or tablets, making it easy to play their favorite games while away from their computers, but feels more advanced than Steam Link.