Why The Nokia N-Gage Was A Complete Failure
Nokia's N-Gage gaming phone did not fare well in the early to mid-2000s, having to compete against other mobile gaming alternatives. Here's why it was a flop.
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Elon Musk's Demanding Work Policy May Have Long-Term Health Consequences
Elon Musk has instilled a "hardcore" mentality at Twitter since buying it. This approach mirrors his ethos elsewhere but may jeopardize employee health. -
These US Army Night Vision Goggles Give You Futuristic Predator Like Vision
The U.S. Army is testing a new night vision goggle known as the ENVG-B. This tool gives soldiers a view of the battlefield that resembles the movie "Predator." -
What's The Best Starter Car In Need For Speed Unbound?
Need For Speed Unbound is a new installation in the Need For Speed universe. The cars are fast and the gameplay intense. Picking a great starter car is a must. -
This Jet Powered Volkswagen Beetle Is A Flame Throwing Machine
The Volkswagen Beetle isn't known for speed or power. But this jet-powered, flame-throwing version is an instant classic among car enthusiasts and VW lovers. -
How The 1968 Film, Bullitt, Made Fast And Furious Possible
The 1968 crime drama "Bullitt," starring Steve McQueen, set a standard for car chases. Here's how it led to the also-legendary "Fast and Furious" franchise. -
The Japanese Robot Suit That Looks Straight Out Of Armored Core
If you've spent any time playing video games featuring robotics you may have wondered what a mech suit might look like in real life. A Japanese artist made one. -
The Most Expensive Car In Rowan Atkinson's Collection
Rowan Atkinson's car collection is a perfect fit for the iconic "Mr. Bean" star, and his most expensive vehicle was also one of the rarest cars ever made. -
The Story Behind The Most Expensive Lamborghini Ever Sold
This rare Lamborghini is in the top tier of expensive vehicles, and its value has apparently continued to climb. Here's why it's such a sought-after car. -
The Most Outstanding Feature Of The New Meta Quest Pro
Meta's new Quest Pro headset is a premium flagship VR experience built for fun and productivity — especially with the new and enhanced Passthrough mode. -
Roku's The Next Company Slashing Its Workforce Over Economic Worries
Streaming device company Roku is the latest in the technology industry to announce mass layoffs, following other major companies. Here's the reason why. -
Toyota bZ Compact SUV Concept Teases Slick All-Electric Crossover
Toyota has just unveiled the bZ Compact SUV concept, which features a sportier design than its 2023 bZ4X. Here's a look at the new electric SUV concept. -
Sen. Markey Had Strong Words For Elon Musk During Twitter Spat
Democratic Senator Ed Markey issued a warning to Elon Musk via Twitter after the two had exchanged words previously. Here's how it went down. -
This New Concept Could Be The First True Flying Car
Alef Aeronautics' recently unveiled Model A concept could become the first true flying car. Here's how it works, and when it could possibly become reality. -
Volvo EX90 Vs. Tesla Model X: Three-Row Electric Cars Compared
The recently unveiled Volvo EX90 may be a strong competitor to the Tesla Model X. Here, we compare the two electric SUVs based on specs, performance, and more. -
2023 Kia EV6 Axes Base Light Trim: Here's How Much The EV Costs Now
The new 2023 Kia EV6 will no longer come in the base Light trim, but that means the new entry-level model is much more feature-rich. Here's how much it costs. -
The Big Tesla Risk For Elon Musk's Twitter Gamble
Elon Musk's Twitter takeover apparently came at a cost for his EV company, Tesla. With stock prices hitting new lows, here's what Tesla's future could hold. -
The Six-Figure Supercar Aaron Carter Got As A Gift
Several weeks before his death, singer Aaron Carter had apparently received a $255,000 supercar as a gift from his manager. Here's the car he was given. -
Here's How Fast The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Really Is
Rivaling a Tesla Model S Plaid in acceleration, the 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is so fast that nobody can even uniformly agree on how fast it really is. -
SpaceX Falcon Heavy Gets Its First Launch In Years
SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket successfully launched for the first time in years, carrying space-exploration tech for the U.S. Space Force. Here's how it went. -
The Jaguar XJR-15 Is The Coolest Supercar You've Never Heard About
Even if its comparatively popular cousin typically gets the limelight, the Jaguar XJR-15 is a '90s supercar that is as equally rare as it is powerful. -
Henry Cavill Talks His Next PC Build And Why He May Not Pick An RTX 4090
Actor/PC gamer Henry Cavill said that he'll be rebuilding his gaming rig with a new PSU, motherboard, and GPU. Here's why he may or may not choose the RTX 4090. -
Elon Musk Bought Twitter: Here's Who He Fired First
Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter is seemingly complete, as the tech CEO has fired a number of Twitter's top executives. Here's who got the axe first. -
How To Use Your Venmo Account On Amazon
Amazon is rolling out Venmo as a payment option in the U.S. We give you the steps for how to set it up and use it when it becomes available to you. -
The Most Outrageous Features Of Johnny Depp's Former Pirate-Themed Superyacht
Actor Johnny Depp sunk roughly $30 million into the superyacht, which has since been sold and re-sold. -
OnePlus Nord N300 5G Heads To The U.S. Next Month
The OnePlus Nord N300 5G smartphone will arrive in the U.S. in November, so will it live up to its high value-for-price reputation? Here's what we know. -
Here's What Happened When Google Shut Down For Just 5 Minutes
In 2013, all of Google's services -- search, YouTube, and more -- went down for five minutes and it impacted web traffic worldwide. Here's what happened.
