15 new Android games from the last two weeks: The best, worst, and everything in between (12/26/21-1/9/22)

15 new Android games from the last two weeks: The best, worst, and everything in between (12/26/21-1/9/22) Quick Links Welcome to the roundup of thebest Android gamesthat went live in the Play Store or were spotted by us in the previous two weeks or so. Today’s list is broken up into several segments, ranging from best, average, to mediocre. So whether you’re looking for the best games of quality or are simply looking for the latest free-to-play gacha titles, you’re covered....

April 24, 2025 · 10 min · 1996 words · Mary Thompson

7 Mobile Apps for Men Looking to Lose Weight, Gain Muscle, and Stay Healthy

7 Mobile Apps for Men Looking to Lose Weight, Gain Muscle, and Stay Healthy Staying active and healthy is extremely important, but a lot of men struggle to juggle work, kids, marriage, and other responsibilities while still finding the time to exercise and pay attention to what they eat. However, staying fit is possible, and these mobile apps can help you along the way! Even if you’re a couch potato at the moment, you’re able to still make changes to get into the right shape....

April 24, 2025 · 7 min · 1401 words · Samantha Larsen

Best Chromebook docks and hubs in 2025

Best Chromebook docks and hubs in 2025 Since USB first arrived, the dream of a connection technology that allows devices to be easily connected without a degree in electronics has become a reality. With USB-C ports, the horizons for connectivity have expanded significantly, now encompassing phones, tablets,Chromebooksand laptops. However, some devices don’t come with many ports, and if you only need a LAN port or HDMI out, inexpensive hubs are available that will convert USB ports to these functions....

April 24, 2025 · 11 min · 2302 words · Mackenzie Tucker

Enable Emergency SOS & Fall Detection on your Google Pixel Watch

Enable Emergency SOS & Fall Detection on your Google Pixel Watch Google recently launched theGoogle Pixel Watch 2, one ofthe best Android smartwatchesdue to its fantastic suite of features and charming profile. It is more or less the same as the first-generation Pixel Watch. The biggest upgrade is the Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 chipset. Apart from Google Assistant integration and Google’s exclusive watch faces, you also get new fitness tracking hardware in the form of the continuous electrodermal activity (cEDA) sensor....

April 24, 2025 · 5 min · 881 words · Casey Peterson

Handling Collisions in Games Made Using Arcade Library

Handling Collisions in Games Made Using Arcade Library Collisions are a fundamental aspect of gameplay in many genres of video games. They add a layer of challenge and excitement to games, requiring players to navigate obstacles, dodge enemies, and collect rewards. Implementing collision detection and handling in your games is crucial for creating realistic and dynamic gameplay mechanics that keep players engaged and entertained. you could easily detect collisions with the arcade library, using its built-in functions....

April 24, 2025 · 3 min · 496 words · Jordan Brooks

How to Archive Software on Your Nintendo Switch

How to Archive Software on Your Nintendo Switch The original Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite both offer 32GB of space for all of your games. While the Nintendo Switch OLED bumps your available space up to 64GB, it still isn’t much in the grand scheme of things. You can give your Switch storage a boost by installing a microSD card, but these can be pricey. If you don’t want to shell out the cash for an SD card, there is another option to free up space on your system....

April 24, 2025 · 4 min · 667 words · Gary Williams

Our first photos of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 devices show just how big they are

Our first photos of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 devices show just how big they are Whatever you think aboutSamsung’s Galaxy Tab S8series and the Ultra’snotch— less intrusive than on those new MacBook Pros, but you definitely know they’re there — it seems their physical appearances have been codified with the help of new images surfacing from the FCC. Specifically, they come from the device authorization request Samsung has made to theOffice of Engineering and Technology....

April 24, 2025 · 2 min · 279 words · Timothy Smith

Razer and Fossil have made a smartwatch baby and you get three guesses what color the strap is

Razer and Fossil have made a smartwatch baby and you get three guesses what color the strap is Smartwatch producer Fossil is back for another year, taking the opportunity duringCES 2022to push forward its sixth generation of Wear OS smartwatches with its Skagen brand taking the lead. In addition, Razer is snagging a slice of the action by partnering with the company for a limited edition wearable. Sign up forfree Forgot your password?...

April 24, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Joseph Taylor

Samsung's new Galaxy A04 offers a 50MP camera and other choice upgrades

Samsung’s new Galaxy A04 offers a 50MP camera and other choice upgrades Samsung’s Galaxy S and Z lineups might be the ones that have a firm place in the pantheon ofthe best Samsung phones, but at the end of the day, people more commonly purchase mid-range and entry-level devices. Aside from notable exceptions like the Galaxy A5x and A3x series, these handsets don’t get a lot of promotion from Samsung. Case in point: the Galaxy A04, a new entry-level smartphone, was just quietly addedto the company’s website....

April 24, 2025 · 2 min · 285 words · Raymond Holden

The 7 Best DisplayPort to HDMI Adapters

The 7 Best DisplayPort to HDMI Adapters Sign up forfree Forgot your password? Create an account *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By continuing, you agree to thePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Use.You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time. However, some PCs and docking stations only come with DisplayPort output ports, which means you’ll need a converter to connect your smart TV or HDMI monitor....

April 24, 2025 · 7 min · 1391 words · Charles Fowler

The new Stratus+ controller from SteelSeries gets the GeForce Now thumbs up

The new Stratus+ controller from SteelSeries gets the GeForce Now thumbs up One of the best controllers on Android has just gotten a little better. The SteelSeries Stratus Duois our Editor’s Choice here at AP, and SteelSeries has just updated the Stratus Duo, now called the Stratus+, and just like its predecessor, the Stratus+ is part of the GeForce Now Recommended program, so says Nvidia in itsweekly GFN Thursday announcement. While much hasn’t changed between the Stratus Duo and the Stratus+, gamers can expect the phone clip to now ship in the box (it used to be aseparate purchase), with a fresh redesign to the clip that makes it easier to attach to the controller and smartphone....

April 24, 2025 · 2 min · 290 words · Michelle Lewis

Unofficial LineageOS 19.1 breathes new life into your old Nexus 7 with Android 12L

Unofficial LineageOS 19.1 breathes new life into your old Nexus 7 with Android 12L Right now, Android is enjoying something of a tablet renaissance. Android 12Lhas been outfor a couple of weeks now, and it’s all about placing an emphasis on large-screen devices. We’ve seen what it can do for tablets like theLenovo Tab P12 Pro, but wouldn’t it be great if it could also breathe new life into older devices?...

April 24, 2025 · 2 min · 386 words · Ryan Reed

Weekend poll: Did you pre-order the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, or Pixel Watch?

Weekend poll: Did you pre-order the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, or Pixel Watch? It’s been months of leaks and rumors, but this week, Google finally unveiled thePixel 7, 7 Pro, and thePixel Watch. Early impressions of all three gadgets seem promising, and any remaining questions are sure to be answered by our forthcoming reviews. That said, not everyone needs an opinion before they know a gadget’s made for them, and Google’s latest smartwatch and smartphones went up for pre-order the very same day of the event....

April 24, 2025 · 3 min · 535 words · Timothy Smith