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If you’re giving a commencement speech in 2026, consider avoiding AI mentions
It’s tough to get graduating students excited about a future shaped by artificial intelligence.
Nine Domestic Robots Created to Tackle Daily Obstacles
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Improve Your Smart TV Experience with These 5 YouTube Functions
underrated functionalities that you should begin to utilize, but one element that allows a device to stand out is the capability to tailor specific configurations to best fit your requirements — on both the gadget itself and the applications you employ. YouTube is undoubtedly among the more widely used apps you will engage with on a smart TV, yet you might not be aware that there are numerous ways to customize Google’s video service on your device for optimal enjoyment of the seemingly infinite array of content. From parental controls to artificial intelligence, we’re exploring some YouTube features that can significantly assist you on your smart TV.
In addition to detailing what each feature contributes to your experience, we will guide you on how to activate or effectively make use of it. Fortunately, most of them are quite simple. Naturally, for those with a brand-new smart TV, there are a few steps you should take immediately upon unboxing it. However, even if you’ve had your device for a while, many of the YouTube features listed below can still influence how you engage with Google’s service. Since not every smart TV is identical, you may wish to conduct some further research for certain settings on your specific device, but continue reading to find out how you can better maximize the YouTube app with these beneficial features.
Set your preferred video quality
Disproving the Fallacy of eSIM Internet Velocity
an eSIM-exclusive smartphone following the observation of friends or family experiencing quicker mobile internet speeds on the latest eSIM-exclusive devices should still evaluate new phones equipped with physical SIM cards. The capability of a new device to provide a quicker, more dependable 5G experience compared to an older version is unrelated to the type of SIM card linking that device to the network. It is not the eSIM that results in enhanced download speeds, but rather, the diverse internal and external elements of a modern phone, including the modem and antennas. It is merely coincidental that a brand-new phone supports both faster 5G internet connectivity and eSIM functionality. The two technologies have progressed independently in recent years, which may have fostered a misconception that eSIM-exclusive devices can deliver faster or more dependable mobile internet.
A number of advancements from smartphone manufacturers and carriers have fueled that misunderstanding. To begin with, mobile service providers have been enhancing their networks over the years, boosting internet speeds as they broadened their 5G coverage. Nevertheless, mobile internet can be influenced by factors such as coverage, signal strength, and network congestion. Independently, smartphone manufacturers have been upgrading the 5G modems in their devices, with high-end models featuring pricier chips that can provide superior internet experiences (greater speed, enhanced reception, or more stable connections). Concurrently, they have incorporated eSIM functionality into their devices as a connectivity alternative, which enabled them to repurpose internal space to augment battery capacity and develop thinner and lighter phones.
Reasons for using eSIM in phones
Samsung TV Sees $1,300 Price Cut at Best Buy Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
This 77-inch Samsung Smart Tizen TV typically retails for $3,500. Nevertheless, in anticipation of Memorial Day Weekend, Best Buy has drastically slashed the price by $1,300, setting it at $2,200. This offer pertains to the 77-inch variant of the Samsung Class S90F OLED TV, with similar discounts also applicable on smaller sizes, including the 42-inch model, which is discounted by $200.
The Samsung Class S90F Series TV is equipped with an OLED 4K display featuring SamsungVision AI technology and operates on the Smart Tizen TV platform. It provides smart capabilities and voice command features through Amazon Alexa, Bixby, and more. The television showcases a vibrant OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, motion enhancement, upscaling options, and four HDMI ports for connectivity. Driven by the NQ4 AI Gen3 Processor, it delivers swift performance and access to an extensive assortment of content.
It is highly recommended for anyone in search of a large, robust smart TV with exceptional picture quality, AI-driven enhancements, and rapid processing capabilities. However, if your financial plan is tighter, you may want to explore smaller models or alternative brands that ensure compatibility with various devices.
Jeffrey Epstein’s Ghost Visits Trump in SNL Season Finale Cold Open
In the SNL cold open for the season 51 finale, Trump is visited by the ghost of Jeff Epstein, played by Will Ferrell.
Colin Jost and Michael Che Exchange Weekend Update Jokes in SNL Season Finale
For the season 51 finale of SNL, Colin Jost and Michael Che continued the Weekend Update tradition of swapping jokes.
For Eclipse, the $2.5B Cerebras Victory Marks the Beginning of Its Physical-World Thesis
Investing in the real world was lonely for Lior Susan 10 years ago. Now his firm finds itself at the center of the tech world’s action.
Karl Urban’s Character in Harassing Paul Bettany in the Neglected Comic Book Horror Movie
Karl Urban Tormented Paul Bettany In This Overlooked Comic Book Horror Film
Karl Urban is perhaps most recognized for his role as Butcher in the comic book series “The Boys,” yet the actor has been featured in numerous comic book adaptations and genre films, including the 2011 release “Priest.” Undoubtedly the least impressive adaptation Urban has been a part of, “Priest” is a chaotic film that pales in comparison to Urban’s lead performance in 2012’s “Dredd,” which is based on 2000AD’s “Judge Dredd.”
“Priest” centers on the eponymous character, portrayed by Paul Bettany, as he seeks to eradicate vampires that have slaughtered his family and endanger various human settlements. Urban takes on the role of the antagonist, Black Hat, who possesses the ability to control vampires. Despite the film’s mediocrity, Urban delivers a strong performance while harassing Bettany’s Priest character with sinister plots aimed at humanity’s extinction.
Similar to how “The Boys” diverges from the comics, “Priest” is only loosely inspired by the original work by author Hyung Min-woo. The source material, a Korean comic or manhwa, does not involve vampires directly; instead, it showcases fallen angels as the villains. There isn’t even a character named Priest; the protagonist is Ivan Isaacs, a demon-possessed priest. Urban’s character is entirely an invention of the new storyline.
Paul Bettany disappointed some viewers
“Priest” was met with negative reviews upon its release in May 2011, achieving a mere 16% on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 41 out of 100 on Metacritic after the reviews were compiled. Among the more favorable critiques was from the now-closed Movieline, which commended how swiftly the adventure was initiated, allowing the rest of the film to focus on its action-driven storyline. Another positive review from The Vine awarded it three out of five stars, once again highlighting the action.
Most critiques, however, deemed Bettany’s acting as “lifeless,” or noted that he had a tendency to select subpar scripts for action films during that period. The actor found his comic book breakthrough a few years later, landing the role of J.A.R.V.I.S. in Marvel’s “Iron Man,” later evolving into Vision in “Avengers: Age of Ultron.” Vision is slated to have his own series in 2026.
Nonetheless, Den of Geek lauded Urban’s performance. From a handful of clips available online, it’s evident that the actor embraced the whimsical nature of the role. Ultimately, the film resides among a collection of comic book adaptations that have been largely forgotten as everyone pursued the Marvel goldmine.
