If you’ve ever wanted to take Amazon’s Alexa digital assistant for a spin but bulked at the though of dropping $180 on the company’s Echo wireless speaker, now you can. Originally started by Nexmo developer Sam Machin at a hackathon in 2015, a web-based Alexa simulator runs in any standards-compliant web browser. DubbedEchoism.io, the web app lets you interact with Alexa in a somewhat limited fashion, but without needing to buy an Amazon speaker....

This wholeZombieland 2business is getting more interesting by the minute. We first reported just a few weeks ago that the long-awaited sequel may actually be getting ready to shoot and be released next year, according to writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, who made the reveal during theDeadpool 2press tour. Just yesterday we got word of a possible test screening being held by the studio for the movie, implying that they had somehow managed to alreadyshoot the movie in secret....

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Angelina Jolie plays opera singer Maria Callas in her upcoming film with Pablo Larraín,Maria. The film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, where it received eight minutes of standing ovation, moving Jolie to tears. TheEternalsactress revealed that the role made her discover one thing about her voice. Jolie shared that a past lover had not been nice about her singing voice, which made her deeply insecure....

4 Of The Smallest Ships In The US Navy The U.S. Navy is known forlarge aircraft carriers and the many planes they can carryas well as huge submarines that lurk in the ocean depths, hunting prey like sharks. There’s no question that these are the vessels that make a name for the Navy and strike fear into the hearts of America’s adversaries. But it’s not always size that matters. The Navy uses plenty of other ships that aren’t on such a grand scale, but this doesn’t make them any less impressive — or important....

Madden NFL 25has several competing teams that can win it all, and it’s about to enter its most competitive season yet. The best teams mean they are an unstoppable force on the offensive end and an immovable object on the defense end. All the best teams on the list are generally well-rounded, and most will be based on their overall team rating in Madden NFL 25. Madden NFL 25: Top 5 Teams to Play Kansas City Chiefs It makes sense to start the list with the two-time defending Superbowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs....

8 Factors To Keep In Mind Before Setting Out On Your First 4x4 Off-Road Adventure Starting out on your first 4x4 off-road adventure can be super exciting, but it can also be a bit nerve-wracking. You’re probably picturing rugged trails, amazing views, and the thrill of tackling tough terrains. But before you jump into your vehicle and hit those dirt roads, there are a few things you need to keep in mind....

Around the holidays, we find ourselves using our tech gadgets even more than normal. Whether we are taking photos and videos of the kids, trying to find Aunt Linda’s new house with Google Maps, or simply trying to pretend we are somewhere else while Cousin Bob repeats that same story about the time he hand-fed a squirrel for the fifth time, our iPhones are getting a workout. Which also means our batteries are getting a workout, too....

Yet more encouraging news that Apple is designing its devices for users, rather than engineers. The original designs of headphone connectors were brittle, permitting headphones to be inserted and removed at perfect right angles. However an Apple patent application published Thursday outlines flexible headphone connectors. In other words, you’ll likely be able to wrap plugged-in headphones around your favorite iDevice without harming the hardware. The invention doesn’t come too soon – the headphone jack is seen as the one roadblock to creating thinner, more svelte iPhones…...

It’s official!Arrowis fighting Stardust in the ring atWWE SummerSlam 2015! A war has been brewing for a long time betweenArrowstarStephen Amelland WWE Superstar Stardust. It was announced early last week thatStephen Amellwill face off against his opponent at the annual event. Now, in a newFacebook video, The CW star has confirmed that he will be wearing his iconic costume during the brawl. Stephen Amelland WWE Superstar Stardust have been engaged in a heatedTwitter Warfor quite sometime....

Last week, we reported that Oscar winnerJennifer Hudsonis teaming up withAdam Sandleron his new movieSandy Wexler, the third project in his four-picture deal with Netflix that includesThe Ridiculous SixandThe Do-Over. Today we have word that the cast just keeps getting bigger and bigger, with frequentAdam SandlercollaboratorsKevin James,Terry Crews,Rob Schneider,Colin QuinnandNick Swardsoncoming aboard, along withNew GirlstarLamorne Morris. The most interesting casting addition, though, is former talk show hostArsenio Hall, appearing in his first movie in seven years....

Belkin has introduced a new iPhone 12 MagSafe accessory lineup, which includes one device that sounds really intriguing. It’s an iPhone stand, or rather a “magnetic phone mount", with face tracking. It works with the iPhone 12, holding it in place via the device’s built-in magnets, and then it uses face tracking to rotate and follow you around so it’s always facing you. It works in both landscape and portrait orientations, tilts vertically from -15 to 30 degrees, rotates 360 degrees horizontally, and runs on three AA batteries....

If you’re gaming on the PlayStation and you want to go online, then you’re going to want to go for a PS Plus subscription. Unlike agaming PC, thePlayStation 4andPlayStation 5both require you to have some form of PlayStation Plus subscription to access multiplayer games and other content online. That said, depending on your subscription, you also get access to a library of free games every month, so you don’t have to spend your money on extra games except for titles that don’t appear on PS Plus on release....

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Bill Skarsgard is one of the finest talents in the horror genre. He recently made headlines for his startling portrayal of the titular character in the filmNosferatu.This wasn’t the Swedish actor’s first rodeo. He has long been associated with horror films and has a penchant for playing scary characters. Skarsgard had his breakthrough with his portrayal of the murderous dancing clown Pennywise in theITmovies....