Your WhatsApp avatar is customizable and comes in various attractive poses, allowing you to be even more expressive when messaging family and friends. Meta is testing WhatsApp avatars WABetaInforeports that some users of the WhatsApp Android beta may already start seeing a new category labeled “Avatar” in the WhatsApp settings menu. There, people can choose between ready-made avatars or customize their own. This isn’t too dissimilar from Apple’s Memoji feature or Bitmoji-style avatars on Instagram and Facebook (plus Instagram Stories and DMs)....

Last year, it was finally confirmed that anAlien TV showis happening. Noah Hawley, of Fargo fame, is bringing the franchise to the small screen for the first time, with the series in development at FX. Now, Hawley has shared some details about the story, including the fact that this will not be another tale about Ellen Ripley, the character played by Sigourney Weaver who we first met in Ridley Scott’s original 1979 cinematic classic....

It seems like every other day we are hearing rumors of theiPhone 5and what it’ll look like, but not a peep on an impending refresh of the ATV2. I guess that’s understandable considering the iPhone sold nearly 20 million units last quarter and the Apple TV is believed to have sold justunder a million. But with all the evidence mounting that Apple is looking to enter the television market, how can you not be curious as to what the folks in Cupertino are up to?...

Apple is preparing to completely terminate music downloads in the iTunes Store,reportsDigital Music News. Citing sources familiar with the matter, the outlet says an aggressive, two-year timetable to switch completely to streaming music is gaining traction within the company. Hedging on its claim, the site also says other shutdown plans are being considered, including one that would see the iPhone-maker offer music downloads for another 3-4 years. Regardless, executives have agreed that keeping downloads running forever is no longer on the table....

Apple Releases iOS 15.4.1 Update To Fix Battery Drain Issue On iPhones, iPads Days after Applereleasedthe massive iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 updates, some iPhone and iPad users across the globereportedan issue in which their devices' batteries seemed to drain at a much faster rate than before. While the issue didn’t affect all devices running iOS, it was widespread enough to get Apple’s attention. Today, the companyissued an interim updatenumbered iOS/iPadOS 15....

Dice and EA have unveiled the long-delayed first season of new content for Battlefield 2042, six months on from its extremely rocky launch - Season 1: Zero Hour. The season brings a new map set in the Canadian Rockies, new weapons, vehicles and a new specialist to take control of, although there’s a risk it’s come too late to rescusitate a game that’s still struggling for players. Dice has long had a way with trailers, though, and the showcase above is certainly bombastic enough, making light of the issues that have plagued the game and led its developers to go back to the drawing board with a series of major technical updates over recent months....

Apple finally updated the design of the basic iPad in late 2022, updating its hugely popular tablet with the all-screen look that has graced the iPad Air and iPad Pro lineups for a little while. It’s a really welcome change that you canread all about in our full review of the tablet, albeit one that comes with a price hike, but with a new design comes renewed worrying about dents and nicks....

While there might be other flashy positions that garner more numbers and attention, Centers have just as much ability to break a game wide open on offense and defense. Here are three builds that can bring some more respect to the big men in the middle. Paint Beast 1 As the title suggests, you will spend most of your time in the middle of your offense and defense, but you will be a solid anchor on both ends....

Gerard Butleris a Scottish actor, who originally studied law before choosing to move into the field of acting. Butler worked his way into Hollywood through a variety of small roles. Butler eventually made his debut as Count Dracula in the horror filmDracula 2000. After this, he gained a number of roles, including one of his best roles inReign of Fire. It wasn’t until his performance in300that he garnered international recognition for his skill as an actor....

This article explores the best PML 5.56 loadout for Warzone and Black Ops 6, providing details on the attachments to get the most out of it. Using thebest PML 5.56 loadout for Warzone and Black Ops 6can not only help you win more gunfights, but possibly also matches. Call of Duty introduced the PML 5.56 LMG in Season 5 and can be unlocked for free via Page 3 of the Season 5 Battle Pass....

BMW has been at the forefront of a number of Apple developments in automotive in recent years, often the first brand to offer more advanced functions that the iPhone offers. It was first to offer wirelessApple CarPlay- and indeed wasn’t interested in offering Android Auto until that too could be wireless - but it was also the first brand to supportApple CarKeyhaving worked together to establish the standard that underpins it....

There are a few product categories with which I am obsessed – mugs, jackets, and backpacks. Thankfully, my position at iDB allows me to feed one of those addictions on a fairly regular basis. A good backpack is your best friend. While traveling, on the road, or sometimes heading into the office, your backpack is with you on a daily basis. Proper weigh distribution, materials, zipper quality, and pockets are key features for a good bag....

Treyarch and Activision today revealed when players can go hands-on with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’s October 25 release date is fast approaching, which means its nearly time for players to go hands-on with the game via the traditional multiplayer beta. Right on cue, developer Treyarch today confirmed that the beta is scheduled to kick shortly after Call of Duty: Next. The August 28 event will be a full reveal of the multiplayer suite with the first beta weekend kicking off August 30....