Author: Tim Rogers
Joe Maring / Digital Trends If you’ve purchased a new cell phone in the past decade or so, you’re probably already familiar with the SIM—the little thumbnail-sized card that’s used to connect to your your carrier’s cellular network —but in recent years smartphone manufacturers and carriers have started replacing them with something called an eSIM. The “e” in eSIM stands for “embedded,” which makes sense as this is a SIM card that stays inside your phone and can’t be removed. It performs the same function as a traditional SIM card but has the potential to make things a lot simpler…
Riot Games brought in some quick hotfix changes with the LoL Patch 14.1b, featuring multiple updates across various aspects of the game. Image Credit: Riot Games LoL Patch 14.1b – Overview of Changes Riot’s latest updates have stirred the game, making some champions unexpectedly stronger while causing discrepancies across the board. As the developers continue to work on long-term balancing, they have introduced swift hotfix changes to address immediate issues. These adjustments pave the way for further tweaks in the weeks ahead, with much anticipation regarding the unfolding of the new season. Release Date The patch 14.1b changes went live…
It’s a fact – the esports industry is a titan that refuses to slow down. Over time, the esports business is expanding rapidly, and with each passing day, more games surface and more prize money changes hands. Each year, new tournaments and pro players appear, and prize pools become more substantial. That’s along with sponsorships, media deals, and merchandise sales. So, let’s take a look at the top 10 esports games in 2024 and determine which of them pays the most money. There are plenty to choose from. It doesn’t matter if you’re a fan of racing games or shooters,…
With the 10th anniversary special edition of Pocket Gamer Connects London just around the corner, it’s time to take a deep dive into the 29-track conference schedule. On January 22nd and 23rd, more than 200 world-class expert speakers will deliver talks, seminars, and panel discussions covering the hottest trends and latest innovations in the global games industry. Gain access to two days of cutting-edge talks covering topics such as monetization, growth strategies, web3, blockchain, and the metaverse. It’s an unparalleled opportunity to meet and learn from some of the most exciting companies, brands, and individuals in the games industry -…
If you’re a PC user, and especially a work-from-home PC user, you probably spend an excess amount of time sitting and might be considering an ergonomic office chair. While everyone should get up and move at least once an hour if able, these chairs are designed around longer overall working periods. Their construction helps the lumbar region of the spine in your back and offers neck support as well. To go even further however, the best ergonomic office chairs will support your whole body — adjustable arm rests exist for your arms and shoulders, for example — and will be…
Andy Boxall / Digital Trends Want a second phone number? No problem! There are several apps that make it easy to set up a second line on your smartphone in just a few minutes. Whether you prefer Android or iPhone, the options are endless. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of our top picks for second phone number apps. These include (in no particular order): Vyke Onoff Numero SIM Phoner Sideline Google Voice Cloud SIM Burner 2ndLine Hushed A second phone number can be used to separate your personal and business life or add an extra layer of privacy…
Spotify is a popular music streaming service with countless listeners tuning in to songs, stand-up, podcasts, and even audiobooks. However, between an AI-driven DJ and clients for iOS, Android, and PC, a lot of things can go wrong with the entertainment system. And that’s not even including problems with your iPhone or headphones. To make sure you get to spend as much time as possible listening and as little time as possible sorting through errors, we’re providing expert tips and tricks for the most common Spotify problems. Everything from the app simply not working to aspects of Spotify glitching out.…
If you’re looking to upgrade your home theater for the new year, now is a great time to take advantage of the OLED TV deals. Both QLED and OLED are the top choices when it comes to landing a TV with the best picture quality. LG 48-inch A2 Series OLED 4K webOS TV — $600, was $1,300 The LG 48-inch A2 Series OLED TV is currently available at a discounted price of $600. It’s equipped with LG’s a7 Gen4 AI processor for 4K upscaling and content, AI picture pro 4K support, dynamic tone mapping, and LG’s exclusive Filmmaker mode for…
Exciting news for MOBA fans around the world as SMITE 2 has been announced, a decade after the release of the first game. SMITE 2 will be an entirely standalone product, built in Unreal Engine 5, and is being marketed as a true sequel to SMITE, which has maintained a strong community since its release in 2014. SMITE 2 was revealed by Titan Forge Games ahead of the Smite World Championship tournament, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary. As the competition unfolds, more details about SMITE 2, including its esports ecosystem, have been unveiled. SMITE 2 Esports Announcement The closed…
Google Chrome, a widely used web browser, recently underwent a significant redesign known as “Material You.” While some users welcomed the changes, others found them unappealing and disruptive to their browsing experience. If you belong to the latter category and miss the classic Chrome design, there’s good news – you can easily revert to the old layout with a few simple steps. We’ll guide you through the process of switching back to the classic Google Chrome design. When was the new Google Chrome design implemented? Google announced the Material You redesign in September, but it took some time for all…