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Avatar: The Last Airbender AAA RPG in development at Space Marine 2 studio Saber
Saber Interactive and Paramount Game Studios are working with the minds behind the Avatar universe to make a brand-new AAA RPG entry, telling the tale of an Avatar from the past. Read more...
2024-10-03 14:26
Camera Control video zoom isn’t usable yet, but I expect a software update to fix it
Back in February, I talked about the difficulty of smoothly zooming video footage using the on-screen controls, and said I’d really love a hardware control. The iPhone 16 looked like it might give me what I wanted, with the Camera Control video zoom ...
2024-10-03 14:25
A gorgeous 240Hz OLED display, AMD AI CPU, and RTX-40 GPU all work together to make an excellent gaming laptop
The ASUS Zephyrus G16 GA605 is a gaming laptop that also qualifies as a Copilot+ PC and AI PC. But is it actually good for gaming? Our review.
2024-10-03 14:00
Mesa 24.2.4 Released With Many OpenGL & Vulkan Driver Fixes
Mesa 24.2.4 is out today as the newest stable point release to this collection of predominantly OpenGL and Vulkan open-source drivers...
2024-10-03 13:58
What difficulty should I play in Diablo 4? Normal, Hard, Expert, Penitent, and Torment difficulties explained
All the new Diablo 4 difficulty levels, what you should play on and how to unlock Torment difficulties.
2024-10-03 13:56
Grab the Lenovo Ideapad 3i laptop with a touchscreen for $316 today
The Lenovo Ideapad 3i is now available for $316 on Amazon, featuring an 11th Gen Intel i3 processor and 8 GB RAM, perfect for work or school tasks. Read more...
2024-10-03 13:54
OpenAI ‘pleads’ for exclusive funding, raises $6.6 billion, leaving Elon Musk’s xAI and other AI firms to fend for themselves
OpenAI received $6.6 billion in investment recently and is now valued at $157 billion. Interestingly, OpenAI does not want it its investors to fund competition and has reportedly shared a list of companies to stay away from.
2024-10-03 13:49
Microsoft announces partnership with Rezolve AI, a leader in AI-powered retail solutions
Microsoft and Rezolve AI have partnered to bring AI-powered commerce and retail solutions to businesses worldwide. Read more...
2024-10-03 13:38
"We're working to prove that we cannot be broken." STALKER 2 devs tell their story of resilience creating the Xbox, PC sequel amid Russia's Ukraine invasion in new 'War Game' documentary film.
Ahead of STALKER 2's launch next month, a new 90-minute documentary has been released that chronicles GSC Game World's journey to develop the game amid Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine.
2024-10-03 13:01
Aqara Smart Lock U300 is now available with Apple Home Key, Matter, and Threat support
Aqara has officially announced the release of its latest innovation in home security: the Smart Lock U300. This new smart lever lock is the third in Aqara’s lineup to support Apple Home Key. It also includes support for Thread and Matter, so it works...
2024-10-03 13:00
Aqara Smart Lock U300 is now available with Apple Home Key, Matter, and Thread support
has officially announced the release of its latest innovation in home security: the Smart Lock U300. This new smart lever lock is the third in Aqara’s lineup to support Apple Home Key. It also includes support for Thread and Matter, so it works perf...
2024-10-03 13:00
iPhone contact privacy change is good for developers, not bad
Some developers yesterday argued that a change to iPhone contact privacy in iOS 18 made it harder for new social media apps to compete. But I think they’re wrong, and that the more granular privacy control offered in iOS 18 actually makes it more lik...
2024-10-03 12:55
Xbox leads Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond share pics from their Japanese game dev charm offensive at the Tokyo Game Show
Microsoft's consistency when delivering for Japanese and other Asian gaming markets has been middling at best. However, the firm has maintained a presence at the big Tokyo Game Show for several years now. Is progress finally being made?
2024-10-03 12:36
"We had a great discussion with the Xbox team at Square Enix." Xbox leads Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond share pics from their Japanese game dev charm offensive at the Tokyo Game Show
Microsoft's consistency when delivering for Japanese and other Asian gaming markets has been middling at best. However, the firm has maintained a presence at the big Tokyo Game Show for several years now. Is progress finally being made?
2024-10-03 12:36
Outlast studio Red Barrels hit by cyber attack, over 1.8TB of data allegedly stolen
Red Barrels, the developer of the Outlast franchise, has revealed that it has been the target of a major ransomware attack. Hackers calling themselves Nitrogen have infiltrated the studio's systems. Read more...
2024-10-03 12:26
iPhone 16 designers share the thinking behind the Camera Control button
Two of the iPhone 16 designers have spoken on the Cool Hunting Design Tangents podcast, sharing some of the thinking behind the development of the new Camera Control button. Senior product designer Rich Dinh said that he’s worked on the iPhone since ...
2024-10-03 12:22
Oura Ring 4 launched with Smart Sensing and redesigned phone app
Oura Health has launched its new smart ring, Oura Ring 4. The wearable features updated sensor technology that has reduced the device's thickness and improved tracking accuracy. Read more...
2024-10-03 12:10
It's time for Insiders to update Windows 11 if they want to try the latest clock app and version of the Microsoft Store
Windows Insiders can now try an improved Microsoft Store and Clock app. Those in the Canary Channel also have a new Windows 11 build to install.
2024-10-03 12:03
Oura Ring 4 makes the smart ring slimmer, comfier, and more accurate
A new version of Oura’s smart ring has been announced, the Oura Ring 4. The new model is slimmer, has recessed sensors for greater comfort, and uses new algorithms to provide more complete and accurate measurements. The 4th-gen smart ring is also now...
2024-10-03 11:53
$2.5M iPhone fraudsters imprisoned and ordered to pay restitution
Two Maryland-based iPhone fraudsters who cheated Apple out of $2.5M were handed prison sentences yesterday, and ordered to pay restitution. One was sentenced to 57 months, the other to 54 months, with the pair ordered to repay a total of a little under...
2024-10-03 11:27