Why is Joker 2 so bad? There’s an obvious answer Joker 2 isn’t just bad – it feels like a total waste of time; a “f**k you” to its fans, and an inelegant punchline for its critics. Here’s an uncomfortable truth: it’s by design. Towards the end of the sequel,Joker 2 assaults you with its worst scene: Arthur Fleck being dragged back to Arkham, only to be beaten and – via rape – awoken to his delusions....

Why The Amazing Digital Circus Episode 5 isn’t out yet The Amazing Digital Circusis an absurd fever dream of a show (in the best way possible), proving to be a viral hit when it debuted in 2023 and evenlanding a deal with Netflix. So, where is Episode 5? Chances are you’ve heard the name, or you’re one of 373millionpeople who watched the pilot episode on YouTube. From Glitch Productions, The Amazing Digital Circus is based on an incredibly simple yet highly effective premise: a group of humans trapped inside avirtual realitygame....

Apple announcedwatchOS 26atWWDC 2025, and the new Watch update comes with a fresh new look and plenty of features. Apple has ensured there are plenty of watchOS 26 supported devices, so if you have a relatively new Watch you should get the update this year. And no, you haven’t missed a volley of updates since watchOS 11 in 2024. Apple has skipped a bunch of numbers, so instead of giving us watchOS 12 in 2025, we got watchOS 26 alongsideiOS 26,macOS 26,iPadOS 26,tvOS 26and visionOS 26....

Withings hasintroducedtwo new connected blood pressure monitors that bring clinical-level heart monitoring to the comfort of your home. The two monitors lie at opposite ends of the spectrum, but they both bring innovative new features to the table. The ECG-equipped BPM Core is one of the most advanced at-home blood pressure monitors in Withings lineup, while the BPM Connect is an updated version of Withings original blood pressure monitor. Withings BPM Core bundles three different medical devices into one, allowing people to gather medical data previously only available during a visit to a doctor’s office....

Summary While no one can beach like Barbie’s Ken, thePeanutsgang try their best in some fun-in-the-sun, beach-bound comic strips that stretch over numerous decades. Whether they are getting up to some hijinks or enjoying their day at the beach, thePeanutsgang makes these beach comics endlessly enjoyable.As well as being incredibly fun and interesting, the beach-set comic strips have also been important in establishing new characters.For instance, there was the introduction of the Beach Beagle character....

Summary It has become increasingly clear to me thatNetflixfavors quantity over quality. As of April 2024,Netflix boasts the most subscriptions of any video-on-demand (VOD) or streaming service platform, boasting over 269.6 million paid membershipsacross 190 countries. Since the premieres ofLilyhammer,House of Cards, andOrange is the New Black, Netflix Originals have boomed, and now account for half of the streamer’s total library. That said, Netflix is churning out content — and not everything gets the same marketing budget, support, or leap of faith....

Warning! This article contains spoilers for The Acolyte episode 5. Summary Star Wars: The Acolytefinally unmasked the mysterious figure presumed to beStar Wars’newest Sith, but many aren’t convinced he’s the true Sith Lord.The Acolyteepisode 5was full of major plot twists and shocking character deaths, but it mainly focused on the revelation that Mae’s somewhat goofy sidekick, Qimir, was really the masked figure called the Stranger. His quirkier personality was immediately dropped, however, when he started brutally massacring many of the show’s main characters....

Summary TV franchises often attempt to make a comeback years after the end of their original shows,but this can have disastrous effects, failing to bring back the initial popularity. A franchise revival can fall flat for many reasons and occurs most often when the initial source material is so popular that living up to its legacy is practically impossible. Instead of striking out with new stories, actors, and themes, the shows are a poor imitation of a franchise that gained success because of its originality....

In many ways,Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0‘s recentSeason 2 updatesteered the game back on course, adding meaningful quality-of-life improvements and new features across the board. Despite those positive changes,Warzone 2.0is still plagued with issues, many of which have pushed veteran players away. Given just how substantial the Season 2 update was, and what we know about Season 3, things are looking bright forWarzone 2.0. But which features need to be added alongside the upcoming season?...

Most security system manufacturers rely on in-house help to sell and install security systems but the advent of smart home tech has seen an increase in the number of do-it-yourself installations available. Now it looks like Palo Alto, California-basedAbode Systemsis working both sides of the street by offering both user-managed installations as well as a new partnership with Los Angeles-based tech support firmHelloTechto send professional technicians to customers’ homes to install their home security equipment....

Activision rolls out new CoD age verification measure that anyone can trick Activision has begun rolling out a new age verification measure for Call of Duty players, and while it sounds nice on paper, it’s basically nothing at all in practice. Call of Duty gamesare not suitable for all ages. For the vast majority of titles in the long-running FPS franchise, they’ve been slapped with a Mature rating in the United States, meaning the content is intended for audiences aged 17 and up,according to the ESRB....

AI tool goes viral for helping people cheat in job interviews A new AI tool that lets you answer job interview questions in real time has gone viral, and people have had mixed reactions. TheAI toolin question is called OfferGoose, and it’s gaining popularity among users on Instagram. A video posted by the company on Instagram, which has over 28 million views, shows a person using the tool to answer interview questions....

Smart thermostat shopperscan score the best prices forEcobee smart thermostatson Amazon. Amazon isn’t showing other online retailers any mercy during the 4th of July weekend as we head toPrime Day.Deals on smart home deviceshave been one of Amazon’s biggest plays during past Prime Days, and we expect that strategy to continue this year. The online giant’s prices today for Ecobee’s newestSmart Thermostat with Voice Controland theEcobee4andEcobee3 Litesmart thermostats are lower than Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Lowe’s, and The Home Depot....