Everything coming to Max (formerly HBO Max) in July 2023

In July, Max is moving forward from past hits likeThe Last of Usand controversial shows likeThe Idolto a period where original documentaries and political thrillers dominate the schedule. Max’s July 2023 schedule promises to keep the HBO tradition of quality programming alive with a bevy of new releases that include the limited seriesFull Circlefrom director Steven Soderbergh. In addition, there will be the anticipated debut of the original documentaryGolden Boy, aProject Greenlightreboot, something calledBarbie Dreamhouse Challenge, and Shark Week....

August 19, 2025 · 4 min · 851 words · David Day

Facebook camera will let users experience augmented reality

Snapchat-like features are just the start for Facebook. Get ready for augmented reality – starting with an upcoming update to the Camera app that will be the first way to experience AR on the social site, Facebook tells us. Digital Trends Españolattended Hispanicizeearlier this month, an event where influencers from the Hispanic community in the United States and Latin America gather to speak about the latest trends in technology, marketing, and entertainment inside their community....

August 19, 2025 · 4 min · 723 words · Lauren Wilkins

Hang onto those cords. Next-gen wireless earbuds still aren’t good enough

Wireless earbuds are an extremely cool technology, but they simply aren’t yet ready for prime time. Leading into the chaos of CES I was prepared for an explosion of so-called “true wireless” in-ear headphones, and I wasn’t disappointed. From run-of-the-mill earbuds to “hearables” that can augment and filter the ambient sounds around you, this year will see a veritable cornucopia of colorful designs and styles entering the earbud market, with no strings attached (physically, anyway)....

August 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1154 words · Carolyn Crawford

How the science adviser on Don’t Look Up helped keep it real with the apocalypse

Oscar-winning filmmaker Adam McKay’s latest dark comedy,Don’t Look Up, follows a pair of astronomers who discover a massive asteroid on a collision course with Earth, and must contend with frustrating indifference from the US government, mainstream media, and society as a whole in order to warn the world of an impending apocalypse. It’s a satirical film that gives new meaning to “hitting too close to home,” with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence playing the beleaguered scientists who simply want a potential extinction event to be taken seriously....

August 19, 2025 · 8 min · 1557 words · Tina Smith

How to download music from YouTube on desktop and mobile

Downloading music from YouTube is a fairly common practice, and the demand for making the process easier has inspired the creation of countless websites and software. But not every service can be considered safe. In fact, some of these services may infect your computer with malware or produce poor-quality audio files. When downloading music from YouTube, you’ll need to first ensure that the websites or apps you use for doing so won’t hurt your device....

August 19, 2025 · 4 min · 720 words · Robert Jones

HP Envy 32 All-in-One review: iMac killer?

“Why you can trust Digital Trends – We have a 20-year history of testing, reviewing, and rating products, services and apps to help you make a sound buying decision. Find out we test and score products.“ All-in-ones never took off. They make for a clean desk, but unless it’s the iMac you’re talking about, they’re fairly niche. But with its latest all-in-one, HP wants to take on Apple’s best head-on. Thenew Envy 32 All-in-Onehas an answer for every feature of the iMac, whether it’s super-bright HDR600 4K display, the party-ready speakers, or the seriously impressive performance....

August 19, 2025 · 10 min · 1964 words · Amanda Smith

I tried Apple’s Color Balance on two TVs and I can’t decide if I like it

Last week, Apple took the wraps off thesecond generation of the Apple TV 4K. Among thestreaming media device’s new features, which include a completelyrevamped Siri remote control, Apple showed off a clever color balance calibration tool that lets you optimize the look of your TV using just your iPhone’s front-facing camera. This raised many questions in the TV-reviewing community. Why would you want to calibrate the output of a single device like the Apple TV 4K when calibrating the TV would result in better image quality for all video sources?...

August 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1276 words · Alexandria Sanchez

I'm Devastated That Jeremy Renner's Jason Bourne Sequel Idea Still Hasn't Been Made

Summary Jeremy Renner has revealed that aBournefranchise crossover between the Jason Bourne character and hisBourne Legacyreplacement, Aaron Cross, was once on the cards – and it’s a shame the Matt Damon team-up never happened, because it sounds awesome. After Damon completed the initialBournetrilogy withThe Bourne Ultimatum, he took a break from the franchise. But the studio wanted to keep profiting from the I.P., so they decided to make anotherBournemovie without Bourne himself....

August 19, 2025 · 5 min · 960 words · Sheri Christian

Judge rules against both Apple and Epic Games in antitrust case

United States District Court Judge Yvonne Gonzales Rogers delivered a notable setback to Apple’s in-app purchases Friday morning. In a blow to the tech giant, Apple cannot prohibit developers from including external purchase buttons in the App Store. In other words, Apple will be required to allow apps to offer external purchasing options on their store pages. According tothe ruling, this change is scheduled to take effect July 08, 2025....

August 19, 2025 · 2 min · 298 words · Amanda Dixon

Keanu Reeves spends thousands preventing ‘romance scammers’ pretending to be him

Keanu Reeves spends thousands preventing ‘romance scammers’ pretending to be him Keanu Reevesmight just be the nicest guy in Hollywood. This claim is supported by a new report that reveals theJohn Wickstar pays out thousands of dollars each month to scrub the internet of fake profiles pretending to be him and protect fans from romance scammers. Romance scams have been around since the dawn of the internet, but they’re rising in prevalence as AI and deep fake technology grows more sophisticated....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 628 words · Megan Duarte

Like MaXXXine? Then watch these 3 great horror movies right now

Since he started his very own horror trilogy withX, Ti West has been making expert pastiches, each of which centers on characters played by Mia Goth.MaXXXineis the third installment in that trilogy, and follows Maxine, the aspiring actress from the first film, as she makes her way to Hollywood and tries to prove that she is a star. As she finds herself being hunted by a serial killer, though, Maxine’s past threatens to come spilling out toward her present....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 463 words · Claudia Duncan

Love is Blind fans have one major complaint they want fixed in season 5

Love is Blind fans have one major complaint they want fixed in season 5 Love is Blind fans can’t wait for season 5 of the hit reality series, yet they have one complaint they want fixed for the next installment. Love is Blindis returning to our screens for its fifth season on September 22. The series is unlike any other, as it tests out the theory of whether people can truly fall in love sight unseen....

August 19, 2025 · 2 min · 407 words · Timothy Harris

Marshall’s AirPods alternatives: Slick style comes with some compromises

Marshall products typically chart their own path in terms of design and features. This true of like the excellentEmbertonandTuftonBluetooth speakers, as well as the Mode II true wireless earbuds. But for its latest products, the $129 Minor III and $199 Motif ANC, Marshall has chosen to reinterpret two of Apple’s most popular gadgets: Thenow more affordable $129 AirPodsand the $249AirPods Pro. Did Marshall find a way to upstage Apple’s act, or should you stick with the originals?...

August 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1109 words · Jeremy Valdez