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If you are considering acquiring an Amazon Fire TV Stick, it’s important to understand that there are a variety of models and generations available. Built for straightforward plug-and-play functionality, in previous years, it was generally inconsequential which HDMI port you plugged a Fire TV Stick into.

However, today, if you’re aiming for optimal image and audio quality from your Amazon device, the most effective approach is to ensure it connects to an HDMI 2.1 port on your television. The HDMI 2.1 specification was first introduced in 2017, with televisions beginning to include 2.1 ports around 2019. HDMI 2.1 provides up to 48 Gbps of bandwidth, allowing for support of 4K resolution at 120Hz. Both the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and Fire TV Cube are compatible with the HDMI 2.1 standard.

Although no Fire TV device can output true 120Hz video, the 2.1 specification also brought enhancements such as Dynamic HDR and Quick Media Switching to minimize the lag time when switching between media.

one of the top fast chargers or a portable battery, coupled with a USB cable to enable enhanced charging speeds. Even if you possess the proper accessories, you probably store them at home. Utilizing someone else’s USB charger might not provide the same charging speeds as your own, so it’s crucial to comprehend how to distinguish a fast-charging USB cable from one with a lesser power capability.

This may seem odd in a landscape where the majority of charging cables are USB-C to USB-C, yet not all USB-C cables are built to handle the same maximal rate. If you include USB-C to USB-A cables, then you’re in for another unwelcome surprise, as many of them may not align with your needs. Before examining the labels on the cable you currently possess, you must first ascertain how rapidly your phone or computer can be charged. If your smartphone accommodates 60W charging, you’ll require a charger that can provide a minimum of 60W of power. Next, you’ll need a USB cable that is certified for at least 60W to experience the utmost charging speeds. Anything below that threshold will still charge your device, but you will have to accept a slower speed, resulting in longer charging times for your phone.

Hugh Jackman’s portrayal of Wolverine in the MCU? It likely won’t surprise you to know that the response is a definite no, but you may be astonished to learn just how excruciating and impractical encasing your bones in metal would be in reality.

The initial concern is the process of merging metal with bone, not to mention the reality that the metal featured in the Marvel universe, adamantium, is completely fictional. Those well-versed in X-Men history understand that Wolverine acquired his unbreakable skeleton through an intensely painful operation that infused liquid metal directly into his bones. It is feasible for metal to adhere to organic matter, as evidenced by leaf-cutter ants, which possess zinc and copper atoms on their formidable mandibles. However, introducing molten metal into a person’s body would be unimaginably painful and perilous.

Even if an individual somehow survived the procedure of having metal attached to their bones, the aftermath would result in a severely diminished quality of life. Metallic bones would significantly increase a person’s weight and restrict their mobility. Even worse, the living bone tissue would gradually perish due to the metal impeding nutrient flow.

iOS 26 marked the most ambitious update to the iPhone operating system since the overhaul seen with iOS 7. Naturally, with such a significant transformation, some users were bound to be dissatisfied with the update. Throughout the beta phase of iOS 26, Apple continually refined the appearance and sensation of Liquid Glass in an effort to satisfy user preferences. The company explained that Liquid Glass aims to render the operating system “more expressive and delightful” while avoiding an unfamiliar experience.

This refreshed design introduces a more engaging UI that reflects and refracts light across elements. However, with the initial public release of Liquid Glass and iOS 26, Apple was unable to fulfill its vision, and it wasn’t until the arrival of the iOS 26.2 beta versions that the company began to provide the same quality of Liquid Glass animations that had been showcased at WWDC. This update featured enhanced skeuomorphic icons and improved harmony between transparency and readability. Not only does iOS 26.2 address the issues with Liquid Glass, but Apple also implemented various adjustments over the previous months to enhance it beyond its original introduction.

Chinese researchers have developed the planet’s inaugural AI military leader. While it wasn’t intended for battlefield deployment, such advancements raise an interesting dilemma: If AI errs in a military judgment, who bears the responsibility?

Google has completely phased out the Nest brand in favor of the Google Home series. What can you do with these outdated devices once their support has ended and they no longer function as expected?

Many devices, such as smart hubs, may either be thrown away or recycled through an electronic waste program. However, used smart bulbs are somewhat unique. Similar to conventional light bulbs, they can be reused in creative ways. If you happen to have some used smart bulbs sitting around and are seeking innovative ways to repurpose them, this guide will delve into just that.

BTS ARMY may inform you, especially in the middle of January 2026, as the cherished K-pop group revealed the BTS World Tour. This marks their inaugural tour after the seven members (RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook) completed their military duties.

The group disclosed the timeline for the BTS World Tour precisely at midnight on Wednesday (Korea time), right on cue. The group confirmed on January 4 following an online teaser campaign that they will unveil BTS’ fifth album on March 20, and reveal the BTS World Tour dates on January 14. That teaser hinted that the tour would not commence before March 20, as they aim to promote the new album during the tour.

Fast-forward to January 14 (Korea time), or January 13 for much of the globe, and the dates for the BTS World Tour are here. The tour will run for nearly a year, beginning on April 9, 2026, in Goyang, Korea, and concluding on March 14, 2027, in Manila, Philippines. The group will journey worldwide across Asia, North America, Europe, South America, and Australia during this period. Below you will find the complete dates for the BTS World Tour concerts announced on Tuesday/Wednesday. BTS has only shared precise details for the inaugural concert in Goyang Stadium.