Bugged Windows 10 update could force your computer to reboot forever
A few weeks ago, it was reported that Windows 10 would automatically install updates to users’ computers, which rubbed some upgraders the wrong way. All things …
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One of J.R.R. Tolkien’s unfinished works of Middle-earth is set to release in October
This fall, HarperCollins will publish The Story of Kullervo, an unfinished manuscript from the beginning of J.R.R. Tolkien’s career. Although the tale was shared previously in …
Windows 10: Five free apps you should download immediately after you upgrade
Now that you’ve upgraded to Windows 10, you’re probably looking for software to fill your desktop with. You’d probably prefer that software to be free …
Minority Report, Lucifer and Blindspot pilots leak weeks before their debuts
After weeks of rolling our eyes, we’re finally done hate-watching True Detective, but sadly, that leaves us with one less show to fill our DVRs with every …
New ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ trailer offers a morsel of never-before-seen footage
It’s been nearly four months since the second trailer for Star Wars: The Force Awakens hit YouTube. For fans of the series, it has been …
Review: ‘True Detective’ season 2 caved under the pressure of topping season 1
Somewhere, deep within season 2 of True Detective, there was a show worth watching. There was a coherent plot, there was a consistent tone, there …
Every new movie and TV show you can stream on Netflix this week (August 9 – August 15)
It’s that time of the week again, and BGR is bringing you a roundup of the best new Netflix movies and shows for your streaming pleasure. A lot …
Android’s latest security mess will get worse before it gets better
Late last month, security researcher Joshua Drake informed the world about an Android exploit known as Stagefright. Google was informed about the vulnerability months in advance, …
Aaron Sorkin’s awful-looking Steve Jobs movie has a new trailer
I try not to judge a book by its cover, but the more I see of the upcoming Steve Jobs biopic, the less I want …
It looks like we’re stuck with Affleck as Batman for at least three more movies
In order to compete with the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe, DC is hosting an explosive event of its own next year by pitting two heroes against each other in …
Google Maps for iOS just got a key feature it’s been missing for years
For many iPhone owners, Google Maps is an invaluable tool, preferable to Apple’s flawed, but steadily improving, first-party Maps app. Unfortunately, once the sun goes down, …
‘Fantastic Four’ director Josh Trank explains the real reason his new movie is so terrible
As if the overwhelmingly negative reviews for Fantastic Four weren’t enough to convince you to see another movie this weekend, the director himself has piled …
Over 2 million people have already reserved the OnePlus 2
While HTC’s revenues tumble and Samsung struggles to turn a profit, one Android phone maker is celebrating its successes. If you’ve been keeping track, you’re …
Marvel fans rejoice: A live-action X-Men series may soon become a reality on Fox
Earlier this year, Fox announced that it was interested in bringing the X-Men franchise to television. Fox entertainment chairman Gary Newman said at the time that he …
The most important thing you need to do when returning gadgets to Best Buy
Have you ever bought a computer, a cell phone or any other gadget and realized days later that you’re not satisfied with your purchase? Once you reach …
How to watch the first Republican Presidential Primary Debate online tonight
The major news networks have been inundating the American public with election coverage for well over a year, but after doing everything in our power to avoid the unnecessary …
How to install Windows 10 on a Mac for free
For years, Mac users have been thanking their lucky stars that they never had to deal with Windows 8. OS X has had its fair …
5 hilarious movie mistakes you won’t believe you missed
Filmmaking is an imperfect science. There are innumerable factors to contend with, from the actors to the crew to the budget to the weather — it’s …
Watch out, Spotify: Apple Music already has 11 million trial members
Speaking with USA Today this week, Apple announced that over 11 million members have signed up for the three-month trial of Apple Music since the service launched …
Watch the first trailer for The Leftovers season 2
After this weekend, True Detective’s rocky second season will finally be over. But despite the fact that many of us haven’t been all that enthused with season …
Windows 10’s Phone Companion app makes syncing your iPhone or Android device a snap
Unless you’ve spent every waking moment with Windows 10 since it launched last week, there are still likely plenty of new features and software additions …
Watch all the new trailers that EA showed off at Gamescom 2015
If you live in the United States, there’s a high probability that you missed EA’s Gamescom 2015 press briefing at 4 a.m. ET on Wednesday morning. …
Rare Replay review: The future of old school gaming
When I was young, I didn’t pay attention to the names of the developers on the boxes of my favorite games. I just loved playing …
This new $170 laptop might be the cheapest way to get your Windows 10 fix
Not all the press surrounding Windows 10 has been positive, especially in regards to Microsoft’s tendency to watch everything you’re doing on your new operating …
Deadpool crashes the latest ‘Fantastic Four’ trailer
It’s been nearly three weeks since the last comic book movie hit theaters, which, as you all know, means we’re just about overdue for a …
3 huge ways the Xbox One just showed up the PS4
When Microsoft announced backward compatibility for the Xbox One at E3 2015, I began to see the first signs of the tide shifting in Microsoft’s …
Microsoft just released trailers for 3 awesome Xbox One exclusives – watch them right here
Microsoft kicked off Gamescom 2015 with a bang as it debuted trailer after trailer for its 2016 Xbox One lineup. As expected, Quantum Break, Crackdown 3 …
Watch the Xbox Gamescom 2015 press conference live stream right here at 10AM ET
Despite the enormous size and scale of E3, video game companies simply can’t fit everything into a single show. That’s why it’s always worth paying …
John Oliver explains why Washington D.C. should be its own state
Hysterical, curse-laden and surprisingly informative — these are the traits we’ve come to expect from John Oliver’s main stories on Last Week Tonight. He’s taught us …
Popcorn Time vulnerability could allow hackers to take over your computer
One of the most popular movie streaming apps online might be a prime target for hackers. On Monday, TorrentFreak shared a report from Antonios Chariton (aka …
