When does Patch 6.1 release for Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker?

While every patch for Final Fantasy XIV is highly anticipated, the 6.1 patch for Endwalker is one that many have waited for years for. That’s because of the huge number of additions that have been teased, including Ishgardian housing, the Data Center Travel System and a continuation of the Main Story Quest (MSQ). But when does Patch 6.1 release for Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker? Well, as part ofa recent interviewgame producer and director Naoki Yoshida outlined the timeline for the next few months....

June 12, 2025 · 2 min · 329 words · Angela Wilson

Where to farm Mourning Flower in Genshin Impact – All locations

Mourning Flowers are red,downward-facing blossomsthat bloom in the northwest of the Sumeru desert. They can be found growing near bodies of water along the Realm of Farakhkert and Gavireh Lajavard. Since they are abundant and clustered together, they’re easy to collect whenever you need them to Ascend characters. All Mourning Flower locations in Genshin Impact Below are all the places you can find Mourning Flowers in Sumeru. If the icon has a symbol that looks like two layers, it means that the local specialty is locatedunderground....

June 12, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Jamie Marshall

Why you should buy the Pixel 7a over the 8a

Google recently announced the latest model in its portfolio of Pixel smartphones. Aftermonths of rumors and leaks, thePixel 8a is now availablefor preorderdirectly from Google. The Pixel 8a is a compelling mid-range offering, to be sure. It brings with it an industry-leading promise of seven years of software support, as well as tons ofGemini AI-goodness, all at a fairly accessible price point. Best Google Pixel 7a cases: Protect your Android mid-ranger The Pixel 7a is a terrific deal, so you won’t want it to get damaged....

June 12, 2025 · 5 min · 994 words · Andrea Johnson

10 Reasons Why Road Salt For Winter Ice Is A Terrible Idea

10 Reasons Why Road Salt For Winter Ice Is A Terrible Idea Winter brings its own set of challenges, and for many regions, road salt has been the go-to solution for icy roads. It’s almost a winter ritual — as temperatures drop, trucks laden with rock salt drive through the streets, scattering salt to keep us safe on the road. However, this seemingly benevolent act of winter preparedness comes at a hidden, unsuspectingly staggering cost....

June 11, 2025 · 12 min · 2470 words · Mark Myers

16 Best Prime Day speaker deals: Last chance to save big on sound

We’re on the second day of Amazon’sPrime Big Deal Daysand the deals are not only still fantastic, but they’re multiplying. We’re seeing more and more deals pop up for speakers and we can’t help adding them up to our list. If you were planning on waiting for Black Friday to get yourself a speaker, we think that you should maybe consider simply skipping over that whole waiting time and adding your favorite to the cart right now....

June 11, 2025 · 9 min · 1815 words · James Wong

3 Ways Motorcycle Earplugs Keep You Safe On The Road

3 Ways Motorcycle Earplugs Keep You Safe On The Road While the sound of a powerful motorcycle engine can make any biker’s heart flutter, the same isn’t necessarily true for everyone else. In some cases, motorcycles that are too loud can cause unexpected problems for the person riding it (or even unsuspecting people nearby). Aside from the roar of your motorcycle, you’ll be exposed to plenty of different types of noise during your rides....

June 11, 2025 · 6 min · 1094 words · Jonathan Kidd

6 Motorcycle Accessories That Will Make Your Next Ride Safer

6 Motorcycle Accessories That Will Make Your Next Ride Safer Riding amotorcyclecan be a freeing and exhilarating experience, and the right accessories can only help enhance your ride by making it a whole lot safer. That said, buying accessories as a rider is easier said than done. If you’re unsure what to buy, it’s easy to go overboard and purchase things you don’t need or are just plain unimportant. But that doesn’t mean you should put off purchasing essential safety gear....

June 11, 2025 · 7 min · 1279 words · Richard Skinner

6 Ryobi Tools That Do More Than Just One Job

6 Ryobi Tools That Do More Than Just One Job We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A big part of saving money on a tool collection is picking up things that can take on a few different jobs. For example, buying something like a table saw, which you’re mostly going to use while woodworking, might not be the best investment for somebody who’s on a budget. Ryobi is a solid brand for this, and you’re not going to break the bank either, as it’s a good name forbudget-friendly options....

June 11, 2025 · 7 min · 1412 words · Michael Lopez

Acer Predator Helios 700 review: A gaming beast

In the world of gaming laptops it’s one thing to have power, it’s quite another to have a unique sales point. The Acer Predator Helios - announced at the company’s annual global press conference in New York - definitely goes big on the latter, offering a sliding keyboard mechanism design. Look at the lead picture above and, sure, the Helios 700 looks kind-of like many other gaming laptops. But tug that keyboard forward and it opens the laptop out, exposing the fans for optimum cooling, while the trackpad drops to an angle making for a comfortable wrist rest....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 834 words · Jeffrey Phillips

After Seven Hours, We Scratched the Surface of FFXIV: Endwalker

We were invited to Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker’s media tour to test out the latest jobs, go through a dungeon and explore a couple areas, and were left generally impressed with what the development team has been able to do with the existing classes. There’s so much to be found just in this small slice of the upcoming expansion, from the marvelous locations to smaller things such as what your character menu looks like without a belt – which looks bizarre considering the left side is now asymmetrical....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 797 words · Joshua Heath

All 1.0 endings in Sons of the Forest

The 1.0 update for Sons of the Forest revamps the game’s story with new endings, providing deeper insights into the fate of the characters. This guide explores the updated conclusions, unveiling the mysteries of the Golden Cube and the characters' destinies post-escape. How to get all endings in Sons of the Forest 1.0 While certain parts have remained the same from a pre-1.0 patch release of Sons of the Forest, many new sequences have been added, and certain story elements have been completely rewritten....

June 11, 2025 · 3 min · 504 words · Joyce Evans

All controls for Hogwarts Legacy (PC, PS5, Xbox)

Once you have your wand at the ready and yourspells organized, you’ll be all ready to set off on your Hogwarts Legacy adventure. However, you’ll probably want to brush up on all the controls before you do, so you know just how to interact and navigate the world. All platforms are a little bit different, but once you start playing, you’ll pick it up in no time. All PC, PS5, and Xbox Controls for Hogwarts Legacy you’re able to check your controls on your platform at any time by opening the Field Guide menu and switching over to the Settings tab....

June 11, 2025 · 2 min · 303 words · Christopher Bailey

Apple aims to have App Store injunction tossed out in its Epic Games appeal

Apple andEpic Gameshave been duking it out, both in and out of the courtroom, for quite some time now. But, eventually, things will wrap up. And, moving to that end, Apple has aimed to have one of the proceedings more prominent decisions tossed out. As reported today byMacRumors, Apple has filed itsfinal filingfor the ongoing Apple v. Epic Games legal proceedings. This last leg is happening in the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, where both Apple and Epic Games have provided opening briefs already....

June 11, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Michael Barnes