Games
How to get free wishes in Genshin Impact
Wishes can be a money pit, but there's ways to earn free wishes in Genshin Impact so you can get the cool stuff without the guilty gacha vibes.
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Games
Add storage to PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X (step-by-step guide)
That 1TB didn't last long, did it? Here's how to add storage to PlayStation 5 (in 12 steps) and Xbox Series X | S (in four).
Technology
BlueAnt X4 party speaker: fun at home or in the park
The BlueAnt X4 party speakers work great alone or can hunt together in a powerful party mode of up to 100 speakers. Fun times at a good price.
Games
Our 30 best video games of 2021
From Psychonauts 2 to Unpacking, it's been yet another brilliant year for gaming. Here are our picks for the best video games of 2021.
Technology
Our best tech buys of 2021
We've tested a bunch of tech this year, from keyboards to mesh routers and a whole lot of stuff in between. Here's our best tech picks for 2021.
New Realities
There'll never be One True Metaverse
And that's a good thing.
Games
WoW vs FFXIV vs Elder Scrolls Online: which MMO suits you?
Having spent ample time across the three biggest MMOs, Seamus shares his thoughts on what style of fun lies at the heart of each game.
Games
Halo Infinite campaign review: open-world combat evolved
Halo Infinite's campaign combines a great story with the best parts of open-world design, without losing the series' beloved soul.
Games
Hearthstone Mercenaries review: great ideas locked behind a grind
Complex layers of skill-based play are a feature of Mercenaries, but all too soon you hit a grind wall that is less fun than it should be.
Byteside is hiring an Editorial Assistant - are you the one?
Byteside is seeking a part-time content assistant to help produce podcasts, articles, and other content covering ICT and digital industries.
Apple
How to backup and restore a new Apple Watch correctly
Backing up, updating and transferring your settings to a new Apple Watch is a confusing mess. Here's how to get it done properly.
Home
Sonos Beam (Gen 2): an easy top choice soundbar under $1,000
With the Dolby Atmos upgrade and a more spacious sound experience, the second generation Beam is an excellent soundbar at a great price.