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While iPhone photography keeps on improving thanks to the advancement of tiny camera sensors and image processors, it’s still nowhere near as fully-fledged as DSLR or Micro 4/3rd photography. You can’t swap out interchangeable lenses for different types of imagery, and have to rely on third-party manufacturers producing clip-on accessories. That’s where the Aukey 18mm HD wide angle clip-on lens comes in. As the name suggests, a wide angle lens lets you add extra width to your images....

blueLounge isn’t a typical Apple accessory maker. If you look through its 15-year backcatalog of releases, you’ll notice that its products are markedly different from somewhat overlapping alternatives produced by rivals — intensely practical and cleanly-designed, yet sometimes so conceptually minor that they’re hard to review. Take CableDrop and CableDrop Mini, for instance, circular adhesive pads that each do nothing more than hold one cord in a fixed position wherever you want it....

Wireless chargers are a dime a dozen nowadays, with a slew of companies attempting to hop on the bandwagon now that Apple has rolled out Qi support to its latest iPhone models. In the past, we’ve taken a look at options from companies like Aukey, Nomad, and many more. Now, popular accessory maker iOttie is out with its latest products for the iPhone 8 and iPhone X. The company has released a pair of wireless chargers dubbed the iON....

Osmo is a game system for iPad that uses the tablet’s camera to interact with real-world objects like puzzle pieces or drawings (buy the starter kit for $69). There are several Osmo apps, spanning drawing, literacy, physics puzzles and more. Each one offers a mini ‘augmented reality’ experience where the iPad apps bring the real-world accessories to life. The basic Osmo system contains a dock/stand for the iPad to sit on and a reflective mirror that attaches to the FaceTime camera....

Does The Rhythm Section keep time with its source material, or march to a different beat entirely? From the producers of the James Bond movies comes the Blake Lively-fronted The Rhythm Section, an action spy thriller leaning very much on the grittier end of the sub-genre’s spectrum. Lively’s Stephanie Patrick is left alone and distraught after a plane crash kills her parents and siblings. Plagued with loss, Stephanie embarks on a downward spiral of drugs and prostitution until a journalist tips her off that the plane accident may not have been so accidental....

Facing criticism that Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker takes back the events of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, writer Chris Terrio speaks out. The Star Wars sequel trilogy, which began with 2015’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens, has shown the vision of several different writers and directors. The first film was directed and co-written by J.J. Abrams, as was Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. However, the most recent movie also features a story credit for Colin Trevorrow, who was originally hired to write and direct before departing due to creative differences....

Since making its debut, The CW’s Riverdale has quickly become one of the most beloved teen dramas currently on television. The show’s darker twist on classic Archie Comics characters actually worked out surprisingly well, earning the show its own devoted following of fans. While some of the drama is still very over the top, its elements like that that give the show its flare. Likewise, being darker in nature means that characters occasionally meet an untimely demise....

From the outside looking in, Riverdale “the town with pep” is a picture-perfect hamlet nestled by the Sweetwater River. Riverdale is a teen soap that puts a subversive spin on the popular comic, so nothing and no one in Riverdale is what they seem. This also means a new take on the characters and their wardrobes. Archie and company all sport retro looks infused with more modern elements. The result is a bevy of enviable outfits and a very fashionable cast....

That means vacation rentals are going to be in high demand. Lots of people will be looking for non-traditional lodging, like finding a listing through classified ad websites like Craigslist. Tap or click here to learn about 10 travel sites that can save you money. The problem with this approach is the shocking number of vacation rental scams that are popping up. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning about these hoaxes and offered ways to avoid them....

A report from Macerkpof cites sources who claim to know the pricing for the upcoming iPhone lineup. Pricing rumors are always sketchy so take this for what it’s worth, but the site reports that the sources have been reliable in the past. Their pricing indicates that the 6.1-inch LCD iPhone will cost around $699. The iPhone Xs would be in the $800 range (seemingly taking the spot of the iPhone 8 Plus which retails for $799)....

Yesterday evening, we shared a handful of first-look images and videos of Apple’s new retail location in the World Trade Center, but the store officially opened to the public earlier today. Given the landmark size and location of the store, Apple’s retail head Angela Ahrendts was in the house for the opening. Ahrendts shared an image on Twitter of herself with some of the store’s staff, noting that she’s “humbled” to have Apple represented in such an important and historical building....

Logitech introduced its m320 wireless mouse last month and I’ve been trying it out for the past few weeks. The Logitech m320 is a wireless mouse (included wireless receiver required) with an ergonomic design for your hand to comfortably rest upon during use. Aside from fitting to your hand with ease, the Logitech m320’s super lightweight build allows it to smoothly glide across a surface without friction. Check out my hands-on with Logitech’s affordable desktop mouse…...

I’m always looking for the best possible case for my needs. I’m not the type of person that requires a bulky case with a lot of drop protection, but it’s nice to have something there to protect against scratches and small dings. The only option I’ve had in the past is to use a skin. It’s not always the best solution though, as a skin is nothing more than a thick sticker that will eventually start to wear and peel up at the edges....

Here’s why Beth’s mom Mrs. Sanchez is never seen on Rick And Morty. Adult Swim has produced plenty of cult hits, from Aqua Teen Hunger Force to the beloved Too Many Cooks short, but Rick And Morty has undoubtedly become one of their biggest hits. The show follows the adventures of nihilistic scientist Rick Sanchez and his grandson Morty, but parents Jerry and Beth and granddaughter Summer also feature heavily....

The lowest-rated Star Wars movie on Rotten Tomatoes is now Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. The newest Star Wars movie came out in December, wrapping up both the Star Wars sequel trilogy and the Skywalker saga. The film sees Rey, Poe, Finn, and the rest of the Resistance go up against the First Order, as well as Emperor Palpatine. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker was one of the most anticipated movies of 2019, but unfortunately for many fans, it was a disappointment....

Following an analysis of 623 ransomware incidents between May 2021 and June 2022, the ENISA threat landscape report for ransomware attacks warns that “the findings are grim” as ransomware becomes more efficient and is causing more devastating attacks. Ransomware presents a massive cybersecurity challenge, with many victims feeling as if they’ve got no other choice but to pay potentially millions in Bitcoin to free their data. But very few victims ever talk about what happened, with ENISA noting “publicly reported incidents are only the tip of the iceberg”....

Earlier this year, Rocketman seriously impressed audiences with its artful direction and unflinching look at Elton John’s legacy. Taron Egerton received enormous praise for his portrayal of Elton John and the film has earned even higher praise than last year’s Bohemian Rhapsody. It would be a true surprise if we didn’t see it on the upcoming awards circuit. The film finally arrived on DVD and Blu-ray recently and if you were a huge fan of the movie you’ve probably rewatched it several times already....

The CalDigit Tuff Nano is essentially a better-looking miniaturized version of its full-sized Tuff drive, complete with rubber bumper and an IP67 rating. Unlike the regular Tuff Nano, this version is small, with pocket-friendly dimensions that make it compare well with similarly-sized drives like those from Samsung’s popular T-Series lineup. Should you consider adding the CalDigit Tuff Nano SSD to your stable of external storage devices? Watch our hands-on video review for the details....

Anyone who has ever sent or received payments between countries will know that the process is either expensive, complex or both. PayPal, for example, is a really simple way to send money to someone, and it takes care of the currency conversion – but at a really terrible rate. Direct bank-to-bank transfers typically offer somewhat better rates, but setting up an international payment can be complex, and the rate you get usually ranges from the poor to the borderline criminal....

On the other hand, it’s also a fair question to ask why anyone would want something this size yet with a monster 2.2GHz Snapdragon 800 processor. No, I can’t think of a reason either, other than the geek satisfaction of knowing that your innocuous ‘normal sized’ phone can outperform ‘the best of the rest’. And it’s a lot better than going too far the other way and ending up with something underpowered....