On the Comlink is a feature in which StarWars.com writers hop on a call (virtual or old fashioned) and discuss a specific Star Wars topic. In this installment to celebrate Halloween, Kristin Baver, Dan Brooks, James Floyd, and Jennifer Landa talk about their favorite frightening moments, how their fears have changed over the years of watching Star Wars, […]
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17 Holiday Gifts for Your Stressed Best Friend
Relaxing means something different to everyone. From meditation tools to silky robes, these ideas are sure to please.
The Apple Watch Series 7 Isn’t a Huge Upgrade, but That’s OK
This new iterative smartwatch focuses on biking, and the battery life still stinks.
The Underworld Takes on the Empire in Marvel’s Star Wars: Crimson Reign #1 – Exclusive Preview
Books + Comics // OCTOBER 28, 2021 It turns out we do need their scum… StarWars.com Team As the leader of Crimson Dawn, Qi’ra has proven to be a formidable part of the underworld. Now, she’s joined by a number of familiar faces united against a common enemy. In an exclusive look inside Marvel’s Star Wars: […]
MacOS Monterey Is Here. These Are the Top New Features
We break down how to install the latest version of Apple’s desktop operating system, including some perks that will only work on M1-powered Macs.
Blind People Have Won the Right to Break Ebook DRM—for Now

Advocates will once again be granted a DMCA exception to make accessible versions of texts. They argue that it’s far past time to make it permanent.
No longer in preview, Microsoft Azure Purview is ready to help govern your data
Microsoft’s data classification tool is now out of preview. We talked to Microsoft’s Mike Flasko about its future.
4 Reasons Salacious Crumb is Scarier Than You Might Think
Characters + Histories // OCTOBER 27, 2021 Jabba’s right hand Kowakian monkey-lizard is not to be underestimated. Being a Kowakian monkey-lizard means you don’t get much respect. But judge this creature by its size, you must not. Especially one that goes by the name of Salacious B. Crumb. It might seem odd to label Salacious […]
This AI Predicts How Old Children Are. Can It Keep Them Safe?

Yoti’s tech may be enticing for Big Tech companies: It works out if you’re under or over 13, the age most social media platforms require to create an account.
Dark Web Drug Busts Lead to 150 Arrests

Operation Dark HunTor spanned eight countries—and put the focus on sellers more than marketplaces.