Why Obsolete Technology Still Captivates Us
In an era of seamless digital experiences, physical media like DVDs and CDs offer tangible interaction and commitment that streaming services cannot replicate.
Category : Digital Arts
Three Attempts Needed for Perfect Phone Photo
A study of 2,000 smartphone users shows most struggle with photography, taking 42 pictures monthly but keeping less than half as 'good' shots.
Retro Gaming: A Brighter Future Than Modern Industry
A passionate gamer explains how embracing retro gaming has rekindled their love for the medium amid disillusionment with modern AAA titles, live services, and rising costs.
Reclaiming Human Connection in the AI Age
A powerful exploration of how technology threatens authentic human relationships and embodied experiences, with insights on resisting Silicon Valley's dehumanising influence through community and nature.
Daily Horoscope January 28, 2026: Your Star Sign Guide
Discover your daily horoscope for January 28, 2026, with astrological insights for all zodiac signs. Explore how the Moon in Gemini and Venus in Aquarius influence your day.
Mothership: Feminist Gaming Website Launches in 2026
Games journalist Maddy Myers launches Mothership, a feminist video games website, to address industry gaps and provide inclusive coverage for underrepresented audiences.
Video Game Worlds Get Internet Reviews in Reader Feature
A GameCentral reader imagines what TripAdvisor or Airbnb reviews would look like for famous video game locations and characters, with hilarious results.
TR-49 Review: Inventive Narrative Deduction Game
UK developer Inkle's TR-49 is a database mystery game where players sift through fictional books in a machine beneath Manchester Cathedral to uncover wartime secrets.
TikTok's New EU Age Verification System Goes Live
TikTok deploys AI to detect under-13 users in the EU, as pressure mounts for social media bans. Thousands of accounts have already been removed in the UK pilot.
The Psychology of 'Gamer Brain' in Video Games
Explore the phenomenon of 'gamer brain'—the compulsive drive behind pointless gaming achievements. We examine the psychology, its portrayal in 'Baby Steps', and what it reveals about modern play.
TikTok's 'Bring Back 2016' trend sparks gen Z nostalgia debate
A viral TikTok trend sees gen Z pining for 2016, resurrecting fidget spinners and Pokémon Go. But is this playful nostalgia or a sign this generation believes its best years are already behind it? Explore the cultural phenomenon.
Future generations' verdict on our use of AI
How will our descendants view today's AI revolution? Explore the ethical and societal legacy we are creating with artificial intelligence. Join the conversation.
Digital habits blurring lines with physical world
Readers share amusing tales of trying to swipe printed pages and 'like' letters, revealing how digital behaviours are reshaping our interactions with physical objects. Read their stories.
Should we turn the internet off? Readers debate
As the internet fuels political polarisation, Guardian readers question if a return to analogue life would protect democracy. Share your view on the digital dilemma.
Guardian Readers Vote on the Best Internet Memes Ever
Guardian readers have their say on the greatest internet memes of all time, from Distracted Boyfriend and Doge to Rickrolling and 'I'm not a cat'. Discover the viral hits that defined digital culture.
Top 20 Video Games of 2025 Revealed
Discover the definitive list of the 20 best video games released in 2025, from blockbuster RPGs to innovative indie gems. Find your next favourite game now.
Gamer: Modern Video Games Have Lost Balanced Difficulty
A frustrated UK gamer argues that developers have lost the skill of creating a smooth difficulty curve, citing Hollow Knight: Silksong, Dark Souls, and others. They call for a sensible middle ground and better difficulty options.
Inside the World's Most Notorious Deepfake Porn Site
The story of Mr DeepFakes, the AI porn hub that humiliated countless women. Investigators reveal how governments failed to act as the site's creators grew bolder.
Professor argues 'mansplaining' term is still vital
A leadership professor counters calls to retire 'mansplaining', citing research that shows authority is still perceived as male. Read the full debate on gender and language.
Meta deactivates under-16 accounts in Australia's social media ban
Meta is notifying underage Instagram and Facebook users in Australia that their accounts will be deactivated under new laws. Discover how the age verification process works and its implications.
Oxford's Word of the Year 2025 is 'Rage Bait'
Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, highlighting a tripling in use. Discover how this term defines online manipulation and our digital humanity.
AI Satire Viral: PM's Rap Battle with Beth Rigby
The Crewkerne Gazette's AI-generated videos, satirising Keir Starmer and other politicians, go viral. Discover why the creators are anonymous and how this new wave of political satire is capturing a younger audience.
Making an Online/Offline Relationship Work
Discover how one couple bridges the digital gap: she's read 57 books, he's binge-watched Selling Sunset. Their secret? Listening and enjoying their differences. Read their story.
'AI Slop' Named 2025 Word of the Year
Discover why 'AI slop' beat Ozempic face to become Macquarie Dictionary's 2025 Word of the Year, reflecting our new digital reality. Read the full story now.
Feast App Ends Boring Cooking With AI Recipes
Discover how Feast app uses AI to transform your cooking routine with personalised recipes that reduce food waste. Say goodbye to boring meals today!
Choice, Nostalgia and Apathy Killing Video Games
A lifelong gamer explores how modern gaming culture and indifference towards developers is harming the industry. Discover the real cost behind your favourite titles and what needs to change.
Ex-Rockstar Boss Reveals Zelda's Influence on GTA
Former Rockstar Games president reveals how Nintendo's Legend of Zelda franchise fundamentally shaped the creation of Grand Theft Auto's revolutionary open-world design.
PowerWash Simulator 2: The Cleaning Sequel Arrives
The cleaning phenomenon returns! PowerWash Simulator 2 brings new locations, enhanced mechanics, and even more satisfying dirt-blasting action to power-wash enthusiasts everywhere.
Lethal Company Creator Releases Free Horror Game
The mastermind behind the viral horror hit Lethal Company has released a spine-chilling new game called The Traveler, available now at no cost. Discover what makes this atmospheric horror experience a must-play for fright fans.
TikTok Murder: Tristyn Bailey Case Goes Viral
The harrowing story of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey's murder, which went viral on TikTok, is now being explored in a groundbreaking ITV documentary examining social media's dark role in true crime.
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