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NBC’sChicago Firetook another loss whenEamonn Walker’s Chief Boden left the show during the season 12 finale, but the good news is that he’s expected to return in some capacity in season 13 (which may or may not hurt Boden’s replacement). The procedural drama has undergone many cast changes over the years. With 12 (soon-to-be 13) seasons and 252 episodes under its belt, the list ofChicago Fireseries regulars is bound to be altered as the years pass....

Quick Links Did you know your super powerful graphics card would rather reduce its performance than spin its fans faster? Unfortunately, that’s the truth, but you’re able to adjust your GPU fans to unlock better GPU performance, delivering much lower GPU temps in the process. You might even claw some extra lifespan from your GPU, too! Why Should You Use a Custom GPU Fan Curve? Graphics cards rarely reach really high fan speeds, often reaching the thermal throttling threshold before it hits 80%....

Quick Links TheIris of Graceand theIris of Occultationare two twin consumables inElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreethat can be easy to ignore. Their purpose isn’t very clear in-game. However, these items can be used to collect unique weapons or Spirit Ashes from one of two powerful NPCs. You are not meant to use the Irises yourself. Instead, you’re supposed to give one of the Irises toSwordhand of Night Jolán and Fire Knight Queelign....

Are you tired of waiting for your devices to charge? Do you dream of a charger that can power up your gadgets in record time while prioritizing safety and sustainability? Your dreams have become reality with theUGREEN Nexode 300W GaN Desktop Charger. As we welcome this groundbreaking innovation to the market on the 5th of September, get ready to juice up your devices faster, smarter, and greener than ever! Introducing the Nexode 300W With the launch of the Nexode 300W GaN Desktop Charger, UGREEN continues to push the boundaries of charging technology....

Fitbit Charge 6 Best for most people The Fitbit Charge 6 builds off the successes of the Fitbit Charge 5, offering the same trusted battery life and access to even more of Google’s premium fitness features. Find your way around seamlessly using Google Maps while also keeping track of your heart rate with Fitbit’s most accurate tracker yet. Fitbit Versa 4 Probably best on sale The Versa 4 doesn’t have EDA or ECG, meaning it’s the lesser of the two models regarding health tracking....

The Google Contacts app for Android doesn’t get a lot of flashy updates, but that’s okay — it does a simple job, and it does it well. Really, one of the only complaints you could have without nitpicking is the fact that itswidgetslook like something out of the Android Oreo days. Thankfully, recent code changes seem to indicate that Google is readying a major widget makeover for the Contacts app....

Google Maps Safety Features Explained Life is unexpected; pandemics, emergencies, and natural disasters seem to be everyday events nowadays. Since there is no way of knowing where or when the next crisis will happen, for many, it has become critically important to maintain a strong situational awareness to be able to at least stay safe during emergencies. Thankfully for us, Google Maps has us covered. Here, we’ll look at some of Google Maps' features that might just save your life....

Security is critical wherever sensitive data is involved, like cloud storage, password management, and communication. Thebest encrypted messaging appstoday don’t shy away from their responsibility towards the consumer’s privacy, but breaches and loopholes likeWhatsApp’s flawed account deactivation systemserve as constant reminders we can make more headway. Google believes the answer lies in an industry-wide interoperable standard for messaging that’s platform and app-agnostic. However, recent examples suggest this is but another pipe dream....

Quick Links Though not as widely discussed as some of its competitors, Google’s Gemini AI has heaps of features—and there are five reasons why Gemini deserves your attention. 1Use Live Voice Chat for Free and as Long as You Like Unlike many AI tools that limit live voice interactions to premium plans, Gemini allows you to chat in real-time without restrictions. You can speak naturally, ask follow-up questions, or shift topics without starting from scratch....

Quick Links Mike Mignola’sHellboyis returning to the big screen for an all-new adventure, and there are already a ton of exciting updates aboutHellboy: The Crooked Man. First debuting in 1993, Mignola’s comic book hero is a half-demon who was summoned to Earth and who eventually joins the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense in order to protect mankind from various monsters. With his gruff demeanor and unique power set, Hellboy quickly became a pulp comic favorite, and it didn’t take long for the half-demon to make his way to the big screen....

TheGoogle Pixel 8 Protook the smartphone world by storm this year, proving to be one of the best Android devices of the year, even winning both our2023 Readers' ChoiceandEditors' Choiceawards in the process. It’s hard to be surprised 一 there is a lot to like here, especially if you’re looking for a phone that just works. And if you’re anything like me, it also probably made its way up to the top of your Christmas wishlist....

How to Create a macOS Virtual Machine Using Docker Apple’s macOS is an aesthetic wonder, offering out-of-the-box good looks, great tools, and integration across the entire Apple ecosystem. If you don’t want to buy Apple’s hardware, a Hackintosh or a virtual machine is usually the way to go. But if you want to run macOS, and you’re in a hurry, there’s no better option than Docker-OSX, which allows you to instantly create any macOS virtual machine on Linux....

Quick Links Canva is a fantastic tool for making your projects stand out, and you can try several simple things to make your designs really pop. Here are some of my top recommendations to try if you’re looking to add something extra. 1Searching for Specific Templates While I sometimes start from scratch in Canva, I often like using templates as a starting point for my designs. Having something to work with makes it much easier for me to think creatively, and it’s also useful if I want guidelines to work within....