How to enable Facebook Messenger's dark mode (no moon emoji)

Facebook Messenger’s dark mode was originally a bit of a secret when it first came about in 2019, with users having to send a crescent moon to activate it. That’s no longer the case though. Here’s how to turn dark mode on inFacebook Messenger. What is a dark mode? People who use their phones or computers late at night or in the dark often suffer from eye strain. This is because many popular websites, apps, and even device user interfaces (UI) use light colour schemes....

August 14, 2025 · 2 min · 225 words · Michael Johnson

How to get Cardio Fitness Levels and VO2 max on Apple Watch and iPhone

Apple has a fitness feature that allowsApple Watchusers to track their cardio fitness levels through VO2 max measurements. Before the release of watchOS 7.2 which arrived at the end of 2020, the Apple Watch could estimate higher levels of VO2 max, but only for outdoor walks, runs, or hikes. Assuming your smartwatch is running watchOS 7.2 or later, Apple Watch can now determine your cardio fitness as you walk throughout the day though, so you don’t need to intensely exercise for it to take and analyse your cardio fitness level....

August 14, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Abigail Bradford

How to get Dustin’s Hat in Roblox Stranger Things: Starcourt Mall

TheStranger Things: Starcourt Mallexperience awards the Dustin’s Hat avatar item for free, and all you need to do is launch the game. This is a special thank-you from the Netflix team for playing during the game’s beta. To redeem Dustin’s Hat, login toRobloxand head to theStranger Things: Starcourt Mallexperience. Upon pressing play the game will spawn you outside the mall, and a “thank you” message from the team will appear. At the same time you will be awarded the Dustin’s Cap badge, and the free Avatar item will appear in yourRobloxinventory....

August 14, 2025 · 2 min · 258 words · Joseph Forbes

How to get Technique Shards in Anime Last Stand (ALS) – Roblox

Like many other tower-defense-style experiences, the main objective ofAnime Last Standis to defend against waves of enemies using an all-star lineup ofcharactersfrom various animes and mangas. you’re able to then customize these characters (also referred to as units) by applying techniques and skills to them, and even rerolling for better techniques by spendingTechnique Shards. For a quick overview of how to get Technique Shards in Anime Last Stand, continue reading the brief guide below....

August 14, 2025 · 2 min · 282 words · Alan Jimenez

How to get the Dark Crusader class in Lords of the Fallen

Lords of the Fallen features various starting classes, giving players numerous options for how they want to play. One that stood out to me was the Dark Crusader, which the developer states as being “fabled for their faith and ferocity.” I’ve always been drawn to paladins, crusaders, and knights, so this class seems perfect; I just needed to figure out how to unlock the Dark Crusader class in Lords of the Fallen....

August 14, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Sara Davis

How to get the Everburn Blade in Baldur’s Gate 3 (BG3)

The Everburn Blade is one of the earliest secret weapons you’re able to get inBaldur’s Gate 3. In fact, it can be collected during your escape from the Nautiloid at the very start of the game. With that being said, getting it can be a bit of a tricky process. But we’ll quickly run through everything you need to know about the Everburn Blade here in this guide. Baldur’s Gate 3: How to get the Everburn Blade TheEverburn Bladecan be found in the possession ofCommander Zhalk....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 588 words · Michelle Mcdonald

How to unlock Season Blessing in Diablo 4

The Season of the Malignant has brought plenty of new mechanics to the game, along with Season milestones and Battlepass rewards. Season Blessings are one of those, and they are pretty impactful. Let me show you how to unlock Season Blessing inDiablo 4and how it affects your progress through Season 1. If you’ve not started the season just yet and are mulling over your character choices,check out our guideto the best heroes this Season....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 494 words · Emma Calderon

How to update your HomePod and HomePod mini

Apple announced the2nd generation Apple HomePodin January 2023, replacing the original model that launched in 2018 before being discontinued in 2021. The HomePod (2nd generation) sits alongside thesmaller HomePod mini, bringing a larger format, superb sound and a new colourway of Midnight. Theoriginal HomePodis no longer available but it is still supported by feature updates - for now - and the HomePod mini also gets software updates to improve its performance and deliver new features....

August 14, 2025 · 2 min · 315 words · Lauren Calhoun

How to win the lottery in BitLife

If you’re looking to make some quick cash, then there’s always the hope of focusing all of your luck on a lottery ticket. While winning in BitLife is a whole hell of a lot easier than doing it in real life, the random chance of it all still remains. The lottery in BitLife is quite lucrative, so it is worth purchasing a bunch of tickets if you are looking to make a lot of money quickly....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 545 words · Angelica Vasquez

HyperX has revealed a whole bunch of awesome new peripherals

HyperX is atCESand has revealed a whole load of new peripherals including updates to solid fan favourites. These new devices a wireless version of theHyperX Pulsefire Haste, the company’s first game controller, a titchy 65 per cent keyboard and more besides. There are plenty of new things here, including new gaming peripherals that are bound to get fans excited. Alloy Origins 65 The HyperX Alloy Origins 65 is an update to the range of Origins keyboards, with the previous models including full-size, 60 per cent and TKL models....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Deanna Mitchell

I bought a streaming service for one day, and I think this might be the future of TV

It’s no secret that streaming services, including paid cable platforms, are getting more expensive. YouTube TV used to be just $50 once upon a time, and that price has nowcrept upto $83 a month. There was once a world where cutting the cord meant you could save a lot of money, and while that’s still the case, it’s not by as much as it used to be. Streaming services have tried to sweeten the pot by offering cheaper ad-supported plans, and while that’s nice, it’s not the world that was promised....

August 14, 2025 · 4 min · 689 words · Peter Harris

I used the OnePlus 13s, and it feels like the Pixel 9 killer we never got

The compact flagship smartphone market in the US has been getting increasingly competitive. There are some great options out there, including the Pixel 9,Samsung Galaxy S25, andApple’s iPhone 16 Pro. However, as with other flagship phones, we don’t get to enjoy as many options as the rest of the world. One such smartphone is the OnePlus 13s. It launched in June 2025 in select Asian markets, after initially debuting in China as the OnePlus 13T in May 2025....

August 14, 2025 · 6 min · 1139 words · Laura Williams

If Overwatch 2 Has You Down, There's Always Paladins

Remember whenOverwatchwas great? It was a multiplayer game made for everyone, brimming with unique heroes, and promising an inclusive, relaxing multiplayer FPS that wasn’t complicated to get into, regardless of your skill level. Blizzard has seemingly forgotten these key facets, as Overwatch 2 proceeds to continually chase after the dream of being a major eSport for the most competitive-minded players. Heroes that were once distinct for rewarding skills like planning, stealth, or pure support have been all sanded down into a DPS-heavy mold regardless of the role they should arguably fill....

August 14, 2025 · 5 min · 956 words · Ronald Sanchez