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Brittany Vincent

Brittany Vincent

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Brittany Vincent has covered gaming, anime, tech, and entertainment for over a decade. When she’s not writing, she’s replaying Um Jammer Lammy or Day of the Tentacle for the hundredth time while pining for a Harvester sequel. Find her on Twitter @MolotovCupcake.

Android 16 logo on Google Pixel 6a kept on the edge of a table.

Google’s new rule could give Android 16 gaming a boost

Google is making a major change to how Android phones handle gaming. Starting with Android 16, any new phone or tablet that hits the market must support a new feature called Host Image Copy. While the name might sound like something only developers care about, the real-world impact is clear: faster load times, less stuttering, […]
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet protagonist holding glowing Poke Ball

Google Search’s latest easter egg lets you become a Pokémon Trainer

Google has launched a surprise Pokémon Easter egg inside Search, letting users spot and catch the original 151 right on the results page.
TikTok logo on an iPhone.

Trump grants TikTok another delay as Walmart readies bid

TikTok just got another deadline extension from the Trump administration as Walmart teams up with Oracle to try and lock down a dea
Mockups of the Skylight app on mobile devices.

TikTok challenger Skylight lands Mark Cuban’s backing

Backed by Mark Cuban, Skylight has officially arrived as the latest short-form video contender.
Now brief on the Samsung Galaxy S25.

Samsung may bring Now Brief to more Galaxy smartphones

Samsung’s popular new AI tool, Now Brief, might soon make its way beyond the Galaxy S25 to older models like the Galaxy S24.
D-pad on the Asus ROG Ally X.

Microsoft may be testing a handheld-focused Xbox UI for Windows 11

Gaming on your Windows PC could soon feel a lot more like firing up an Xbox with a new "Xbox UI" in the works.
Google Meets on an HP Chromebook.

Google Meet’s new dynamic layouts make your video calls feel less robotic

is getting a smarter, sharper facelift designed to make your next video call feel a lot more personal, and less like a screen full of disjointed tiles. Google a sweeping update to its video calling platform called Dynamic Layouts that attempts to reimagine how caller appear and interact during virtual meetings. It’s all part of […]
Windows 11 logo on a laptop.

Microsoft could make account-free Windows 11 installs a thing of the past

Microsoft has confirmed that it will be locking Windows 11 setup behind access via online Microsoft Accounts.
A city scene in Inzoi.

Sims alternative Inzoi is off to a huge start on Steam

Inzoi, a new life simulation game from Krafton in the vein of The Sims, is off to an explosive start on Steam with over 85,000 concurrent players at launch.
Google messages versus samsung messages app icons side by side on Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Google Messages could soon let you watch YouTube right in the chat

Google could soon reinstate its YouTube miniplayer in the Messages app, which lets you watch videos without leaving chats.
The Google Pixel 9a in Porcelain and Iris.

Is the Google Pixel 9a waterproof?

Google's new Pixel 9a is a feature-rich smartphone with a slew of improvements, but is it waterproof?
Hand holding iPhone 16e.

Is the Apple iPhone 16e waterproof?

Apple's new iPhone 16e has a variety of features and improvements, but is it waterproof?
iPhone 16e in white.

Does the iPhone 16e have a microSD card slot?

Apple's new iPhone 16e has a slew of tweaks and improvements. But does it have a microSD card slot?
The Galaxy S25 Plus in the hand with the screen on

The best Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus cases for 2025

Before you take your new phone out on the town, make sure it has some reliable protection. These are the best cases for the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus.
A person holding the OnePlus 13 showing the screen.

Does the OnePlus 13 have a headphone jack?

The OnePlus 13 is an impressive Android phone with a slew of features. But does that include a 3.5mm headphone jack?
2024 iPad mini in the hands of a person.

Does the iPad mini 7 have Face ID?

Apple's 2024 iPad mini 7 sports some much-needed tweaks and improvements. But has the diminutive tablet adopted Face ID yet?
Super Mario World on SNES.

The best SNES emulators for 2021

Playing retro games from past generations doesn't have to be a challenge. These SNES emulators let you easily access every classic game on the iconic system.
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The best guns in PUBG

One of the easiest ways to take home a chicken dinner in PUBG is by playing with the best possible weapons you can find. These are the best weapons in PUBG.
Dragon Quest XI review

‘Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age’ review

‘Dragon Quest XI’ is the latest entry in the long-running ‘Dragon Quest’ series, serving up a decadent platter of classic role-playing, combat, and character-building that offers a little something for everyone.
battle for azeroth azerite armor guide cinematic

‘World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth’ Azerite Armor Guide

World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth is introducing a wealth of new features, including a new type of progression: Azerite and Azerite Armor. Our guide covers how to earn Azerite, how it powers up Azerite Armor, and how you can reforge your Azerite Armor.
Hammond/Wrecking Ball

A guide to Wrecking Ball, the adorably awesome hamster from ‘Overwatch’

Overwatch's 28th hero is here, and it's the charming but deadly hamster, known as Hammond. Learn effective strategies for the rambunctious rodent with our character guide. Our Wrecking Ball guide will teach you the basics so you can make the most of this unusual hero.