A study by PC World found that running the Epic Games Store (EGS) launcher in the background of a Microsoft Surface Pro 7+ equipped with an Intel 11th generation Ice Lake CPU consumed up to 20% more battery power than when the Steam launcher was active. Moreover, the site found that running just the Steam launcher alone in the background made little to no impact on the battery life of the Surface Pro 7+....

Experts have revealed that this flower may deter ants – the common pest that emerges from its dormant state in springtime. Therefore, if you find yourself wondering how to get rid of ants this season, using this trendy bloom may be the answer. Here’s how. Using chrysanthemums to deter ants – the natural way to keep pests away Using chrysanthemums to deter ants – the natural way to keep pests away...

We spoke to Joan Enger about the design project. ‘After an extensive search, our client decided on this spacious, bright townhouse with stunning views of the Hudson,’ says interior designer Joan Enger. ‘Although she loved the layout and the views, the space needed updating to match her style.’ ‘From day one, it was a pleasure to work with this client. We spoke the same creative language and she allowed us to take the lead....

More specifically, Bethesda plans to add two different types of Repair Kits to the game – Basic and Improved. These allow players to restore equipment deteriorated from use, without the need for a workbench or consuming materials. The Improved Repair Kits are a potential reward dropped from bosses, and they bring the condition of equipment up to 150%. On the other hand, Basic Repair Kits are purchased from the Atomic Shop using Atoms, Fallout 76’s premium currency that’s also occasionally awarded from gameplay....

Ford says that Digit has no issues traversing the same types of environments most people do every day. And when not it use, it folds itself up in a way that takes up minimal space. It being lightweight also makes it so that it has a long run time. As for why Ford would want such a robot, it may have something to do with the company’s autonomous vehicle plans. The company says that it will look into ways the Digit can be used in warehousing and delivery....

Not only can a fresh bunch of blooms work nicely with any size and style of yard, but they’re also bound to put a smile on you and your guests’ faces. Our curated choice of the best flower bed ideas for your front yard – from manicured lawns to whimsical arrangements – will be sure to spark inspiration if you’ve been pouring over front yard landscaping ideas. Front yard flower bed ideas Front yard flower bed ideas...

A harsh frost can very quickly, and often unexpectedly, freeze water solid in pipes. This leads to cracks or breaks appearing in the pipes, followed by water leaks either dripping or worse, cascading, down and through a house, damaging decor and furnishings, flooring, and blowing plasterwork and electrics as it goes. So, it’s worth preparing ahead both to avoid frozen pipes in the first place, and to know what to do if they do burst to minimise damage....

For context, Ghost of Tsushima: Legends takes the game into a mythical direction befitting the Legends tag. You play one of four classes of Ghosts: a Samurai, a Hunter, a Ronin and an Assassin. The Samurai is a self explanatory class – the not-quite tank and damage dealer equivalent, to use MMO comparisons. The Hunter is a fragile DPS character but can be difficult to use as you’ll have to aim with the DualShock 4 controller....

This is because the 3G network is already on the way out in Malaysia and the full shutdown is expected to take place by the end of this year. The government is planning to reorganise the spectrum used by the 3G network to improve the quality of the country’s 4G services. Today’s announcement stated that the new package is available from six telcos including Celcom, Digi, Maxis, TM, U Mobile, and YTL (Yes 4G)....

Its new owner, however, wanted to make it her own and introduce more interest, unique features and personality. Above all, she wanted to add happiness to her new home, with texture and natural elements, and called on the expertise of an interior designer to do exactly that. The result of the home’s major redesign truly makes it one of the world’s best homes – spacious, bright and full of clever design solutions....

Good quality sleep is vitally important to heath and wellbeing and the best mattress is an important factor in getting the best shut-eye possible. Leave it too long before the mattress is changed and poor nights as well as aches and pains could be the result. But it’s also important in order to reduce the symptoms of asthma and allergies. However well you clean a mattress when you’re cleaning a bedroom, allergens accumulate in an old mattress....

Bespoke joinery will maximize the space available for storage and display, of course, but a custom piece can bring so much more to an interior design. As well as being beautiful in its own right, it can accentuate a room’s best features and improve its proportions. Here, the experts explain how to commission bespoke joinery, and the benefits it can bring. How to commission bespoke joinery How to commission bespoke joinery...

Having invested in one of the best air fryers earlier this year, I was keen to try this new method of drying orange slices for Christmas decorations that so many of my friends said was quicker than using an oven. It’s also much less expensive than buying dried fruit slices at the store, too. Below, I share my learnings on how to dehydrate fruit slices for Christmas in an air fryer, so that you can add a personalized touch to your decor too....