YouTube Music vs. Spotify: So alike, but which is best for you?

Choosing the rightmusic streaming servicecan feel overwhelming given the many options vying for your attention.SpotifyandYouTube Musicare two of the biggest players, boasting massive libraries of over 100 million songs each and offering similar plans, from free ad-supported versions to premium tiers with extra perks. But which one comes out on top? Spotify has earned its place as the world’s most popular music streaming service, and for good reason. It provides a polished user experience, boasts a vast music catalog, and offers additional content like podcasts and audiobooks....

August 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1909 words · Nathan Bowen

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom doubles down on breakable weapons — and I’m thrilled

After years of barely knowing anything about it, Nintendo has finally blown the lid off ofThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. The company dropped a10-minute deep diveinto the open-world game today that focuses on some of its new features. The list includes a Recall ability that rewinds time and an Ascend skill that teleports Link through ceilings. The talk of the town, though, is the new Fuse system, which doubles down onBreath of the Wild‘s most controversial system....

August 17, 2025 · 4 min · 823 words · Jessica King

2025 Rivian R1T review: The best electric truck out there

“Why you can trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ Rivian is arguably the ultimate EV company right now. Sure, it still has a very limited lineup, but its tech is among the best, its vehicles unique and premium, and unlike Tesla, its brand has largely gone untainted by its leadership....

August 16, 2025 · 7 min · 1330 words · Sydney Jones

5 underrated summer 2024 movies, ranked

With the summer season winding down to its final weekend, we’ve already looked back atthe best summer 2024 moviesandthe worst summer 2024 movies. Now, it’s time to look back at the five underrated summer 2024 movies. You’ll notice at least two blockbuster hits on this list alongside a solid sci-fi/horror performer and two outright flops. That’s to be expected since summer films (Oppenheimernot withstanding) generally aren’t trying to be anything more than popcorn entertainment....

August 16, 2025 · 5 min · 859 words · James Ewing

6 TV shows you need to watch in June 2023

Summer is almost here, and while that might mean spending more time outdoors, it’s also prime time for new and returning shows that are either already on your watch list or should be! Once you get your fill of sunshine, curl up at night with a refreshing iced tea or a hot cup of java and check out one of these shows that are returning or debuting in June. There’s an eclectic mix of titles to suit differing tastes, from the person looking to reignite their love of zombies with the newestWalking Deadseries to eager audiences looking for the newest true crime shows, enticing dramas, and an intriguingNetflix show that is sure to be one of the most popularof the month....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1108 words · Travis Stephenson

A Classic Spider-Man Villain's Huge New Role Makes Him Deadlier Than Ever

Summary Contains Spoilers for Ultimate Spider-Man (2024) #5!Spider-Manhas no shortage of iconic villains, but Marvel’sUltimate Spider-Manongoing has so far committed to radically reinterpreting the Webslinger’s rogues, just as with every other aspect of the character and his decades worth of lore. Now, the series just introduced a new version ofDoctor Octopus, one who could potentially bring down everything the world’s heroes have been working towards. InUltimate Spider-Man (2024)#5 – written by Jonathan Hickman, with art by David Massina – Ultimate Doctor Octopus is revealed in a surprising new context, asOtto Octavious appears, not as a villain, but as Harry Osborn’s tech guy....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 843 words · Edward Nelson

Amateur astronomy is easy with Celestron’s smartphone-compatible $189 telescope

This story is part of our continuing coverage of CES 2020, including tech and gadgets from the showroom floor. Align your camera’s phone with the mirror inCelestron’s StarSense telescopes, and you’ll be spotting nebulae in no time flat. The telescopes work with an app and use your phone’s camera to find celestial bodies in the sky. The instruments were on display at CES 2020 and promise to bring the stars a little closer to amateur astronomers....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 475 words · Nicholas Gardner

An old friend is back in the latest free Call of Duty: Mobile update

Many of the best multiplayer maps inCall of Duty: Mobilecome from the series’s other games, but its latest addition is a small-screen original. It’s part of the game’s “Disavowed” update, which also packs in St. Patrick’s Day Battle Pass rewards, a new skill, and a familiar face. The St. Patrick’s Day items are included in the Battle Pass itself, which features a free tier as well as a premium tier with exclusive items....

August 16, 2025 · 3 min · 440 words · Bradley Scott

Are Kindle books free? How to read on your Kindle without paying

While real books still hold a special place in our hearts, there’s no denying anAmazon Kindleis an exceptional piece of kit. Whether it’s simply to save yourself some shelf space (or avoid buying a new bookshelf), to read in the dark, or to give you a lightweight way to travel while carrying lots and lots of books, no avid reader should really be without a Kindle. Best of all, unlike physical books, it’s not too hard to find Kindle books for free....

August 16, 2025 · 4 min · 779 words · Sarah Hanson

Are there any redeemable codes in The Finals?

Are there any redeemable codes in The Finals? Wondering whether there are anyThe Finalscodes to redeem? Well, our handy codes page has everything you need to know. The Finals is the latestfree to play battle royale gamethat has caught the attention ofApex Legends,Warzone, andFortniteplayers. While the game features a battle pass that enables players to unlock a variety of cosmetic items, getting some extra goodies for free is always going to be popular....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 351 words · Mathew Schroeder

Attention, PS5 gamers: the Sony Pulse gaming earbuds are $30 off

Whether you’ve just bought the PlayStation 5 fromgaming deals, or you’ve had it for a while, you should always be on the lookout for offers on accessories that will further improve the experience. For even better audio, check out the Sony Pulse Explore wireless gaming earbuds, which are available from Best Buy at $30 off. From their original price of $200, they’re down to $170, and considering they rarely go on sale, this is an excellent time to pick them up....

August 16, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Renee Jones

Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9’s Crew Is Already Falling Apart (They’re Bringing The Drama)

Summary Below Deck Mediterraneanseason 9’s crew worked together cohesively throughout the first charter of the season, butthe second has already proven there are cracks in the foundation of a quickly crumbling team. Led by Captain Sandy Yawn, the crew ofBelow Deck Mediterraneanseason 9began working together during the first charter aboard Mustique, after only having a few short hours to get to know each other. With the interior and exterior teams working to get things under control with a lack of provisions and a group of guests who were more demanding than they expected, things weren’t easy....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1139 words · Gilbert Johnson

Below Deck: Kyle Stillie Was Ben Willoughby's Best Deckhand

Summary Kyle Stillie was Ben Willoughby’s best deckhand throughoutBelow Deckseason 11, and he should return for season 12.Below Deckseason 11 was his first stint with the franchise, and he joined as a deckhand underBosun Jared Woodin, who was fired. Captain Kerry Titheradge promoted Ben Willoughby to Bosun, and Ben led the deck team for the rest of the season. Kyle was a reliable crew member for Ben.He was eager to learn and adapted well to the ebb and flowof work on St....

August 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1099 words · Adam Thompson