Daily Search Forum Recap: April 3, 2025
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. We are seeing more Google Search ranking volatility kick off yesterday…
This App Can Search Maps and Addresses Right From the Menu Bar
Whether you want to quickly check where a particular city is or grab an address to share with a friend, opening a full-blown maps app sometimes feels like overkill. Mappa Mini is a free Mac app by developer Lucas Raggers that lets you do a quick search without taking up all of your attention. Just […]
The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Boring, and That’s OK
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the first Nintendo console to be a direct successor to a predecessor, number and all. Sure, everyone knew what “Super Nintendo” meant, but now more than ever, Nintendo is looking to competitors like Sony for cues, aiming for a simpler and more straightforward next-gen upgrade this time around. It makes […]
The Switch 2’s Mouse Controls Are Nintendo at Its Most Playful
Yesterday, Nintendo finally announced its successor to the Nintendo Switch, fittingly named the Switch 2. I already wrote about my general experiences with the console, where I talked about how it’s mostly boring, but probably the right move on Nintendo’s part. Still, I wanted to take a moment to call out one part of the […]
You Should Grow Snacking Peppers Instead of Bell Peppers
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Peppers are one of the best vegetables to grow. They are expensive to buy, even when in season; they don’t take up a lot of garden space; and although there are a limited number of peppers available in stores, there are thousands of varieties are […]
Americans Are Late on Their Mortgages: Why I’m NOT Worried About THAT Chart
Mortgage delinquencies are up…or are they? One chart that’s been circulating on social media would have you believe that a growing number of homeowners are on the brink of foreclosure, […]
Google AI Review Summaries Now In Local Knowledge Panels
Last November, Google began using AI to generate review summaries in Google Maps. Well, now they seem to be showing up in the local knowledge panels on the right side of the Google Search results page.
Google Maps Desktop Promoting Mobile App
Google is testing promoting the Google Maps app in the desktop interface of Google Maps. Google is placing a little icon at the bottom left corner of the desktop interface that says “Mobile app.” When you click on it, it takes you to an overlay that has links to the iOS or Android Google Maps […]
Microsoft Bing Copilot Answers Serving Product Results
Microsoft seems to be serving produt and shopping results within the Bing Copilot Answer boxes. When I first saw this I thought this was a bug, but it keeps happening and I can replicate this.
Google Ads Tests Show More Overlay To Load More Ads
We’ve seen a similar format in the Google Shopping results with a show more button to show more shopping ads but now we are seeing something similar within the main Google Search results. Google is testing overlaying a show more button on the second row of Google Shopping ads in the main search results.
Google April Post Core Update Ranking Volatility Heats Up
We are less than a week after the Google March 2025 core update finished rolling out and we are seeing some heated volatility again, maybe more heated than what we saw during the last core update.
Why Investing Out-of-State Can Help You Reach Your Investment Goals Faster
With countless investment options available today, choosing the right path to achieve your financial goals can feel overwhelming. Real estate remains one of the most reliable ways to build long-term […]
I Wore Two Oura Rings to See If the Finger You Use Actually Matters
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I’ve always preferred to wear my Oura ring on my ring finger. The company says that “for optimal performance and accuracy,” it’s best to wear it on your index finger, but that any finger can work. And if you ask longtime Oura users, you’ll get […]
How to Streamline Property Management and Scale Your Portfolio With RentRedi
From chasing down rent payments to coordinating maintenance and screening tenants, managing rental properties can become overwhelming as your portfolio grows. These tasks can quickly eat away at your time […]
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Kindle Paperwhite Kids
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’ve never considered the Kindle Kids e-reader because of the label, you’ve been missing out on some sweet perks. The 16 GB Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Kids is $139.99 (originally $179.99), the lowest price […]
