Why am I getting ads on Snapchat? How to remove sponsored snaps

Why am I getting ads on Snapchat? How to remove sponsored snaps If you’ve noticed ads appearing in your Snapchat Chat feed, you’re not alone – here’s everything you need to know about this feature. Instead of the usual camera or chat button on the right side of the screen, these ads feature an ‘Open link’ button, encouraging users to engage with the advertised content. If you choose not to interact with them, they disappear from your feed after you leave the Chat screen....

July 4, 2025 · 1 min · 213 words · Taylor Reeves

Why ChatGPT custom instructions are such a big deal

Are you bored with tellingChatGPTwho you are and what kind of responses you want, even before you get to your actual prompt? You’re not alone. Fortunately, the Custom Instructions feature is here to save the day. Implement it properly, and you’ll only have to tell ChatGPT one time that you’re a developer and want it to analyze your code, or you’re a teacher who wants help with lesson plans. It’ll remember it the next time you open a new chat, saving you precious time....

July 4, 2025 · 4 min · 807 words · Joseph Garcia

Why The Arrowverse’s Live-Action Kevin Conroy Batman Is Still Dividing Fans Even 5 Years Later

Summary Kevin Conroy’s appearance inDC’s Arrowverse, during theBatwomanepisode of Crisis on Infinite Earths, is still proving to be a point of contention even years later. Perhaps the most prolific Batman ever, Kevin Conroy reprised the role of Bruce Wayne for the Arrowverse’s television crossover event, Crisis on Infinite Earths. With Conroy’s impressive legacy, many viewers were primed for an episode-stealing performance that celebrated his history as the Caped Crusader. What audiences got, however, was, to say the least, divisive....

July 4, 2025 · 5 min · 961 words · John Hayes

Woman claims she was banned from Tinder over Call of Duty 1v1 challenges

Woman claims she was banned from Tinder over Call of Duty 1v1 challenges A woman claimed she had received a ban from dating app Tinder due to her challenging her matches to 1v1s in Call of Duty. On June 16, CoD content creator Terran posted on Twitter, claiming: “I’m banned from Tinder for asking guys to 1v1 me.” Attached was a screenshot of a ban notification from Tinder, which stated: “Your account has been banned for promoting sex work or seeking compensated relationships....

July 4, 2025 · 2 min · 355 words · Don Green

Your Oura Ring is about to get 3 powerful new health features

TheOura Ringis getting an upgrade with three new features that will improve the device’s performance for its users. The three new features are Daytime Stress, Reflections, and Resilience. Additionally, a new finish will be available for purchase. According to Oura, the new features will help users understand how and when they experience stress and recovery in their daily lives. It will also enable them to balance daily behaviors that build resilience and avoid the negative impacts of chronic stress....

July 4, 2025 · 3 min · 548 words · Jennifer Roberts

20 kickass Xbox One games at E3 2014

Microsoft’s E3 2013 event was a conference concerned with the latest hardware and entertainment apps — albeit one delivered ratherpoorly— the company’s 2014 show delivered what matters most: games. Microsoft and third-party developers highlighted more than 20 titles throughout the company’s hour-and-a-half show, premiering a slew of trailers and showcasing game footage from some of the most anticipated titles of the year, includingThe Witcher 3, The Division, Halo 5, Sunset Overdrive....

July 3, 2025 · 11 min · 2201 words · Richard Gamble

5 new Google Assistant features you can try right now

Smart assistantsmake life easier through hands-free control of much of the home, but they can do so much more.Google Assistanthas continued to add and expand functionality, and these new Google Assistant features are a perfect example. A lot of people have a Google Assistant device in their home, but many of thebest features are under-utilizedor completely ignored–but these features can save you time, keep the kids entertained, and even surprise you with hidden easter eggs....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 808 words · Shawn Hopkins

A Classic Nintendo Franchise Teased In The Super Mario Bros. Movie Should Get Its Own Film

Summary One of the other Nintendo franchises teased inThe Super Mario Bros. Movieshould get the cinematic treatment next. The success ofThe Super Mario Bros. Moviesolidified Nintendo’s potential power at the box-office. WhilePokemonmovies had succeeded in the past, Mario’s billion-dollar success in theaters highlights how Nintendo needs to continue to bring adaptations of their games to the big-screen. WhileThe Super Mario Bros. Movie 2is currently in production and other characters likeDonkey Kong are begging for a spin-off, there are plenty of other Nintendo franchises that could benefit from the movie treatment....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 938 words · Chelsea Peterson

A fleet of delivery robots could soon be coming to a campus near you

We last heard aboutStarship Technologies‘ diminutive wheel-based delivery robot in 2017when it trundled into troubleafter a San Francisco official deemed it a safety hazard. Using multiple cameras, an array of sensors, and GPS software navigate the path to customers, the autonomous robot was being sent out onto the city’s streets as part of a meal-delivery pilot. But a local official wanted it banned, claiming the 2-foot-high machine could cause pedestrian pileups, particularly among seniors, those with disabilities, and children....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 541 words · Christopher White

Ahsoka Episode 6 review: Star Wars just changed forever

Ahsoka Episode 6 review: Star Wars just changed forever Ahsoka Episode 6 is an ominous leap into both the unknown and the arms of familiar friends and foes – for the first time in years, Star Wars has a threat that’s substantial. The fifth chapter was an era-defining episode for the franchise’s TV storytelling, bringing back Hayden Christensen’s Anakin for a trip into the past that allowsAhsokato fight for her future....

July 3, 2025 · 8 min · 1575 words · Christopher Parrish

Amazon adds a color-changing, eye-saving screen to the high-end Kindle Oasis

If you’re looking for an ebook reader, there’s no shortage of excellent options regardless of your budget. But if money is no object and you want the absolute best experience, then Amazon’s premium Kindle Oasis has long been our pick forthe best ebook readeryou can buy. But the best just got better — say hello tothe new Amazon Kindle Oasiswith an adjustable display light. In reality, this is a fairly minor update....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 437 words · Shannon Carr DVM

Amazon cuts up to $100 off these stellar Bose wireless headphones

For audiophiles looking to listen to music on the go, there are no better alternatives thanwireless headphones. Apart from freeing you from the hassle and restriction of annoying cords, they also deliver top-notch sound quality not often found inwireless earbuds. If you are on the hunt for an excellent pair of wireless cans, Bose is one of the better options on the market. The company has a solid reputation for incorporating innovative technology in its products, so you can rest assured that you are getting a bang for your buck....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 704 words · Susan Arnold

Amazon Prime members can snag ‘SteamWorld Dig 2’, four others for free

April’s slate of free games forTwitch Prime members is available now. Headlined bySteamWorld Dig 2andTales from the Borderlands, the second month of theFree Games with Primeprogram is up for grabs for everyone with an Amazon Prime subscription. SteamWorld Dig 2, an excellent “Metroidvania” title from Image and Form in 2017, stars Dorothy and her trusty pickaxe. Like its predecessor,SteamWorld Dig 2takes place in a mine littered with loot, mechanical enemies, and secrets to uncover....

July 3, 2025 · 2 min · 301 words · Curtis Miller