Kris Holt
Kris Holt is a prolific author who specializes in technology and gaming articles. His work is characterized by its clarity and lack of bias, with no significant contradictions or conflicts of interest identified in his articles. His writing is highly readable, making complex topics accessible to a wide audience.
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Recent Articles
Decoding the New York Times Connections Puzzle: A Yellow, Green, Blue, and Purple Challenge
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024The New York Times' Connections puzzle, an instant hit word association game launched in June 2023, challenges players to group words into categories based on associations. Categories include pursuit (yellow), romantic letter sign-offs (green), finding a group within a group (blue), and words related to gold (purple). /cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25509375/Strands_Press_Hero_5x3_1.jpg)
New York Times' Strands: A Fresh Twist on Word Searches with Millions of Players
Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024New word search game Strands, from The New York Times, officially launched on iOS and Android. With unique twist of finding theme words and spangrams that connect, it attracted millions during beta testing. Strands challenges players to find commonality between words and offers hints for three non-theme finds. Players can connect letters vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. Developed by award-winning puzzle creators Tracy Bennett and Jonathan Knight, Strands is the third most searched game on The New York Times with an 81% completion rate. 
iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia Betas: Introducing iPhone Mirroring and SharePlay Screen Sharing
Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024Apple's latest operating system betas, iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, introduce iPhone Mirroring for seamless multitasking between devices and SharePlay screen sharing for remote control and annotation during FaceTime calls. Expected to become public soon, these features also include RCS support for iMessage. The stable release of these updates, along with the anticipated iPhone 16 series, is predicted to arrive in September. 
New Google Pixel Camera Update: Manual Lens Selection and Improved HDR+ for Select Models
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024Google rolls out new update for Pixel Camera app, introducing manual lens selection and improved HDR+ on select models. 
Microsoft's Recall Feature: Balancing AI Memory and Security Concerns
Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024Microsoft's new Recall feature, which screenshots everything on a user's PC and stores the data for AI memory, has faced backlash due to security concerns. Critics warn of potential vulnerabilities, despite Microsoft's encryption and opt-in policies. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella emphasizes security over features and will only make Recall available on secure-core PCs with advanced firmware safeguards. 
Netflix Drops Support for Second and Third Generation Apple TVs: What Users Need to Know
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024Netflix is discontinuing support for second and third generation Apple TVs from July 31, 2024. Released in 2010 and 2012, these devices are considered obsolete by Apple due to their lack of App Store compatibility. Netflix users with these models can continue using the service via Home Sharing, AirPlay or downloading the Netflix app on other devices. 
Dragon Quest III Remake Announced with HD-2D Graphics: Coming Soon to Multiple Platforms
Broke On: Monday, 27 May 2024Dragon Quest III, an iconic 1988 role-playing game, is being remade using Square Enix's HD-2D style and will release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The teaser video reveals little else but the imminent arrival of the HD-2D Dragon Quest III. 
Discovering Themes and Spangrams in the New York Times Strands Puzzle: A Look at 'Best in Show' and 'Picture Perfect'
Broke On: Sunday, 12 May 2024Discover hidden themes in the New York Times Strands puzzle, a daily word search game. On May 13, 2024, find words related to 'Best in Show' dogs with spangram 'DOGPILE'. Previous day's theme was 'Picture perfect', revealing Best Picture award winners CRASH, ROCKY, PARASITE and GLADIATOR. 
Google I/O 2024: Unveiling the Google Pixel 8a and Android 15 Updates
Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024Google I/O 2024 is set to unveil major updates, including the anticipated mid-range smartphone, Google Pixel 8a, featuring a Tensor G3 chipset and 6.1-inch AMOLED display. The event may also introduce Android 15 with updated Privacy Sandbox and additional features like partial screen sharing, system-level app archiving, improved satellite connectivity, in-app camera controls and a new power efficiency mode. Google is rumored to discuss an AI assistant called Pixie for Pixel devices and potential generative AI updates for Search, Chrome, Maps and G Suite. 
Navigating the Daily Challenge of New York Times' Strands: A Word Game About Walking
Broke On: Tuesday, 16 April 2024Discover the daily challenge of New York Times' Strands puzzle, where players find theme words and spangram in a grid using letters that can move vertically, horizontally or diagonally. Today's theme is 'walking,' with hints and answers revolving around different speeds like trek, strut, amble and trudge. The spangram is 'pedestrain.' Complete the puzzle to test language and problem-solving skills.