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You Shouldn't Wait For The Google Pixel 11 — Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Holding out for the next Pixel model sounds reasonable in theory, but the specs we've seen so far don't really paint a picture worth waiting for.

5 Best Cyberpunk Movies Ever Made, Ranked

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:17:00 +0000

If you're ready to dive headfirst into the cyberpunk genre but don't know where to start, consider these five cyberpunk movies that rank as the best ever made.

Future Xbox Tech Might Let You Digitize Physical Games

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:53:11 +0000

Hot on the heels of PlayStation announcing the end of disc-based games, reports have surfaced that Xbox is working on a system that will digitize old discs.

Your Bose QuietComfort Headphone Buttons Do More Than Pause Music

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

There buttons on your Bose QuietComfort Headphones are useful for pausing your music in a pinch, but they actually allow you to do much more.

Not Netgear, Not TP-Link: This Mesh Wi-Fi Router Gets Consumer Reports' Top Score

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Mesh wi-fi routers need to work with speed and reliability, but there's only one brand that can hold the top spot after Consumer Reports' close examination.

11 Things Your iPhone's Notes App Can Do (Besides Taking Notes)

staff@bgr.com (Khamosh Pathak) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:02:00 +0000

Apple's no stranger to packing its apps with handy features, and the simple Notes app is no exception. Step up your game with these tips and tricks.

Why Do TV Remotes Feel So Cheap?

staff@bgr.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

A $50 streaming stick can ship with a sleek Bluetooth remote, so why does the TV next to it still come with a clunky button-covered brick?

Here's How Much Your Original Nintendo Wii Is Worth Today

staff@bgr.com (Noelle Corbett) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:47:00 +0000

The Nintendo Wii was a revolutionary console when it first released, with its Nunchuk controller that got players to move while playing their favorite games.

Tommy Lee Jones' First Sci-Fi Movie Was Written (But Never Seen) By John Carpenter

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0000

John Carpenter was responsible for the first sci-fi movie to star legendary actor Tommy Lee Jones, but Carpenter has still not seen the movie to this day.

The US iPhone 18 Pro Might Have A Major Hardware Difference (For Better Or Worse)

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:50:44 +0000

From regional battery tech to connectivity limitations, the U.S. version of the next iPhone may feature a major component shift. Here is the breakdown.

Who Owns Waze And How Does The App Make Money?

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Waze is a free, crowd-funded alternative to popular navigation apps like Google Maps. But what company is behind Waze, and how does it manage to stay afloat?

Why Smartwatches Don't Use USB-C Ports (Even Though It's Faster)

staff@bgr.com (Noelle Corbett) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Smartwatches don't use USB-C ports for charging, even though standardizing would solve a variety of problems. Here's why the gadget makers do their own thing.

Paul Rudd And Nick Jonas' New Movie Is A Crowd-Pleaser You Shouldn't Miss

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Power Ballad came and went without much fanfare, but this well-acted dramedy starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas deserves more attention.

PlayStation Is Ditching Physical Games For An All-Digital Future

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:05:50 +0000

It has been a long time coming and all of the signs have been there, but it's about to be the end of an era in the world of gaming consoles.

China Plans To Launch A Satellite System To Predict Natural Disasters Across Asia

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

China claims its new Tianwu satellite network is for predicting natural disasters. But is Beijing using climate monitoring as a clever cover for espionage?

Roger Ebert Said Audiences Need To See This Sci-Fi Movie To Fully Appreciate All Others

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Science fiction has always been, even in the '20s, the one genres in media that really gets you to think, asking you what humanity can become.

12 MacBook Accessories Under $50 That Are Actually Worth Buying

staff@bgr.com (Brian Abuga) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Skip the gimmicks that end up forgotten in a drawer. Here are the most practical, budget-friendly MacBook accessories that will upgrade your daily workflow.

Hisense Just Made TV Streaming Safer For Kids, But There's One Problem

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Hisense will be releasing a new remote aimed at making streaming safter for kids, but you might have to wait a while before you can try it in the US.

How To Easily Free Up Space On Your Roku

staff@bgr.com (Suzanne Bonnett) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Sometimes, you might run into issues when trying to add new apps on your Roku device, possibly because too much storage space is being used.

Stephen King Doesn't Like This Sci-Fi Show — Or The Book He Wrote That Inspired It

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Though his books are renowned for their gripping plotlines and surprise endings, King doesn't think everything he's written was worth the fuss.