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Ars Technica
9 months ago
Games

The sleeper hits of Summer Game Fest 2023

To fill the hole left by the lack of E3 in this year's gaming calendar, there have been more than a few trailer-filled video presentations showing off hundreds of upcoming games.But for a select few creators and critics who could make it to Los Angeles, there were also some hands-on preview opportunities to play upcoming games at "Play Days" as part of this year's Summer Game Fest "not E3" festivities.
Ars Technica
9 months ago
Games

Microsoft announces new $350, 1 TB Carbon Black Xbox Series S

As much as we like the Xbox Series S as a cheap but powerful all-digital entry point into the Xbox console ecosystem, the machine's 500 GB of onboard storage can seem paltry when downloading and installing today's massive games.And while we like how the system's high-speed storage reduces load times, it also means expanding that storage can be expensive.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Microsoft says its new developer tools can reduce Xbox's climate impact

When it comes to reducing gaming's aggregate impact on climate change, previous research has shown that the energy needed to power the game-playing hardware is responsible for the bulk of the industry's greenhouse gas emissions.That's especially true for console and PC games, which can draw hundreds of watts of power between the game hardware, display, and speakers.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Meta Quest Pro sees 33 percent price drop after less than five months

When we reviewed the Meta Quest Pro headset less than five months ago, we balked at the device's $1,500 price point, which represented a whopping 275 percent price premium over the Quest 2 (with much less than a 275 percent increase in quality).Meta is already taking steps to scale back that massive asking price, though; as of Sunday, the headset is now available for $1,000 in the US and Canada (a similar price drop will take place March 15 in other Quest Pro countries).
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Bethesda's Redfall needs to be online for single-player mode

Bethesda's upcoming supernatural shooter Redfall will require "a persistent online connection," even for the single-player experience.That's according to an FAQ posted by Bethesda last week, which also confirms that players will need an active Bethesda.netaccount to play the game.Many modern single-player games require an online check-in (or even a text message confirmation) the first time they're launched, and some require periodic online anti-piracy checks.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Capcom's Resident Evil 4 Remake modernizes some now-dated gameplay tropes

Game design has come a long way since Resident Evil 4 first hit the GameCube and PlayStation 2 in 2005.
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Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago
Design

Starfield-themed Xbox controller, headphones and smartwatch are must-have for action RPG lovers - Yanko Design

At the annual Xbox Games Showcase 2023, Microsoft laid a major emphasis on its upcoming sci-fi RPG dubbed Starfield, along with the announcement of other major titles coming to the platform.But the highlighting bit for us was the announcement of Starfield Xbox controller and Starfield headphones.At the event publisher Bethesda also unveiled the real-life version of Starfield's Constellation Edition watch that's modeled exactly after the one seen in the game.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
9 months ago
Design

Xbox-licensed Arcade Stick Lets You Play Modern Games with the Nostalgia of a Retro Controller - Yanko Design

If Apple's Vision Pro announcement was a little too dystopian for you, 8bitdo is here to take you back to a much more familiar time when computing was less about passive-aggressive emails and long spreadsheets, and more about popping a quarter into a machine to play Space Invader and Street Fighter.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

Backup your smartphone in just a few minutes with this Thunderbolt 3-enabled tiny portable SSD - Yanko Design

It might look a little larger than your average thumb drive, but trust me, your thumb drive can't hold a torch to the hiDRIVE.With read/write speeds of up to 2500MB/s (or 2.5GB/s for short), the hiDRIVE lets you transfer or even access vast amounts of data in the blink of an eye.The compact device comes with Thunderbolt 3 and has storage ranging anywhere between 1TB and 8TB.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

Wireless charging dock for your game controller uses LED lights to tell you when you spend too much time gaming - Yanko Design

Sort of like your "Screen Time" on the iPhone or "Digital Wellbeing" on Android, but for your gaming console.Meet Oasis, a controller and charging cradle that collectively make sure you don't end up spending your entire day playing Minecraft.The way they work is simple, decide how many hours you want to play and add that to the Oasis cradle.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

ROG Raikiri Pro with built-in customizable OLED screen expands gaming HUD for more options - Yanko Design

Asus has surprised nerds at this year's CES with an officially licensed Xbox gaming controller that has a dedicated 1.3-inch mini OLED display to beam custom animations, display favorite wallpaper, microphone status, battery status, or the active controller profile.The 128×40 resolution screen is placed right where you'd find the Xbox home button, and I'm not complaining one bit.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

Logitech G PRO Racing Wheel and Pedals elevate racing sim experience to god level - Yanko Design

Logitech is making all the news today with quite a few announcements breathing down our neck.
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Creative Bloq
9 months ago
Graphic design

The Xbox logo controversy explained

(Image credit: Microsoft)
There's nothing like a good logo design controversy to excite the internet, and Xbox dropped a stunner this week when it appeared to set fire to its Pride Month logo, turning it into a burning inferno.Cue headlines like 'Xbox changes Pride logo to burning fires of hell'.Did Xbox really want to suggest that members of the LGBTQ community are going to hell?
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

Unreal Engine 5 review

In our Unreal Engine 5 review, we're taking a look at something the world waited eight years for.UE5 represents a mammoth leap forward in technology for the games industry and completely redefines the playing field for the future of gaming, augmented reality and whatever the future holds for the digital parallel of the physical world.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

Epic Games just created a scarily realistic human on an iPhone

(Image credit: Epic Games / Ninja Theory)
When Epic Games took the stage at GDC this week everyone was blown away by the Unreal Engine 5.2 tech demo that showcased how easy it is to create incredible photo real characters, or MetaHumans.But few realised everything being shown was created in real time... on an iPhone.
www.fourfourtwo.com
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA 23 best price: The best deals for the game right now

(Image credit: EA) FIFA 23 best price deals are appearing online now, given that the game has been out for a few weeks.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

Can your Nintendo Switch really help you save on your energy bill?

We're big fans of the Nintendo Switch here at Creative Bloq.Nintendo's super portable little console is fun, colourful, and it offers a range of new and classic Nintendo games, and free games too.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

The best Xbox Series X prices in September 2022

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Finding the best Xbox Series X prices can be difficult because next-gen gaming is more popular than ever.
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The Verge
10 months ago
Apple

Save $44 on the second-gen Apple Pencil for iPads

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That's $44 off the excellent stylus.Plus, more of today's deals on the Sony LinkBuds earbuds, JBL Charge 4 speaker, and M2 Pro-powered Mac Mini.If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission.See our ethics statement.If you own a recent iPad Air, iPad Mini, or iPad Pro, then the latest Apple Pencil makes for a helpful - albeit expensive - accessory.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Apple

A very special Dealmaster: Last-minute deals you can still grab

We're entering the last week of the year and, as you might've guessed, there's still a fair amount of last-minute gifts to grab at some of the best prices you'll find all year.In this week's Dealmaster we have some of our favorite big-ticket items matching their all-time low prices, including the latest iPad, Google Pixel's ( 6, 6a, and 7), Sony headphones and earphones, and the latest Apple AirPods Pro, to name a few.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Apple

The weekend's best deals: A bunch of Apple devices, Surface, Xbox, Meta Quest, and more

Black Friday and Cyber Week are technically done and dusted.But the season of deals and record-low pricing continues for a variety of electronics as we wind down the year.Among some of the best deals running are a few of Apple's iPads, MacBooks, and Apple TVs.Both the latest iPad and iPad Air are on sale right now for their lowest-ever prices.
The Verge
1 year ago
Apple

Save $50 on the new 10th-gen iPad on its very first deal

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It may not be such a 'budget' tablet, but at $399, the new iPad gets much closer.Plus, we've got more Saturday deals on a couple of OLEDs, gaming gift cards, and more.The new iPad is just over two weeks old, but it's already getting a nice little discount that makes it feel much more price-appropriate.
Engadget
1 year ago
Apple

Apple Music finally arrives on Xbox consoles | Engadget

The app has been available on PS5 for a year.
Engadget
1 year ago
Apple

How to stream tonight's historic Yankees-Red Sox game on Apple TV+ for free | Engadget

Don't panic that you might miss out on tonight's potentially legendary match-up between the Yankees and Red Sox just because it's on Apple TV+ - there's a good chance you can tune in for free.
The Verge
10 months ago
Apple

Save $40 on the second-gen Apple Pencil

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A knockoff is cheaper, but the real deal Pencil is much more convenient to use.Plus, more deals on the Eero Pro 6E router, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X / S.



If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission.See our ethics statement.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Winter Wonderland: Holiday Dallas Cowboys gifts for fans

Happy Holidays!The temperatures drop, the trees get lit and everyone starts making their lists.These Dallas Cowboys gifts are must-haves.Who doesn't love the holidays?There's nothing like a little 'Jingle Bells' to get you feeling merry.Whether you turn on the carols the day after Halloween, or wait until the turkey's out of the oven, there's no judgment here.
Musket Fire
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Winter Wonderland: Holiday New England Patriots gifts for fans

Happy Holidays!The temperatures drop, the trees get lit and everyone starts making their lists.These New England Patriots gifts are must-haves.Who doesn't love the holidays?There's nothing like a little 'Jingle Bells' to get you feeling merry.Whether you turn on the carols the day after Halloween, or wait until the turkey's out of the oven, there's no judgment here.
Riggo's Rag
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

Winter Wonderland: Holiday Washington Commanders gifts for fans

Happy Holidays!The temperatures drop, the trees get lit and everyone starts making their lists.These Washington Commanders gifts are must-haves.Who doesn't love the holidays?There's nothing like a little 'Jingle Bells' to get you feeling merry.Whether you turn on the carols the day after Halloween, or wait until the turkey's out of the oven, there's no judgment here.
The Landry Hat
1 year ago
Dallas Cowboys

Winter Wonderland: Holiday Dallas Cowboys gifts for fans

Happy Holidays!The temperatures drop, the trees get lit and everyone starts making their lists.These Dallas Cowboys gifts are must-haves.Who doesn't love the holidays?There's nothing like a little 'Jingle Bells' to get you feeling merry.Whether you turn on the carols the day after Halloween, or wait until the turkey's out of the oven, there's no judgment here.
Riggo's Rag
1 year ago
Washington Redskins

Winter Wonderland: Holiday Washington Commanders gifts for fans

Happy Holidays!The temperatures drop, the trees get lit and everyone starts making their lists.These Washington Commanders gifts are must-haves.Who doesn't love the holidays?There's nothing like a little 'Jingle Bells' to get you feeling merry.Whether you turn on the carols the day after Halloween, or wait until the turkey's out of the oven, there's no judgment here.
Creative Bloq
10 months ago
Graphic design

Resident Evil 4 review: just how good is the RE Engine?

Resident Evil 4 remade on PS5 and Xbox Series X is a work of art.Someone owes Marie Kondo a fruit basket, because this spring-clean remake of one of the best games ever made is all about sparking joy.There are plenty of fantastic new additions, and the best bits aren't just all present, but rearranged in a way that they complement each other more than they originally did, not least of all in how superstar secret agent Leon S Kennedy has been greased up to perform more slickly than ever.
Creative Bloq
11 months ago
Graphic design

Unreal Engine 5 makes Layers of Fear terrifyingly real, and I love it

If you need more proof that Unreal Engine 5 is set to dominate video game development this generation, then glance at the new tech demo for Layers of Fear.The latest instalment of Bloober Team's iconic horror series has been rebuilt entirely in UE5, and it shows.Featuring ray tracing, HDR, 4K resolution, and Unreal Engine 5-only features including Lumen for dynamic lighting and Niagara visual effects to create particle effects in real time, Layers of Fear (2023) just jumped to the top of my most wanted list.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

So you're telling me this isn't the next GTA game?

Grand Theft Auto starring Michael Madsen, Kim Basinger and Danny Glover?Are we dreaming?But hold on, it's NOT Grand Theft Auto, it's a 90s-themed crime game that looks and feels like it but has the most bizarre cast ever.And gamers are going wild for it.In a piece of news that stole the show at the Game Awards, an unknown games studio called 505 Games announced Crime Boss: Rockay City, a title that will feature a host of 90s stars... and Vanilla Ice.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

The new Fortnite PS5 graphics are out of this world

Fortnite Battle Royale already boasted some pretty clean graphics on PS5, but it's just got a major upgrade.Epic Games has added new enhancements unleashed through Unreal Engine 5.1 in the release of Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 1 for PS5, Xbox Series X and S and PC.Geometry and lighting are improved, and shadows and reflections should look more realistic and respond to modelled detail, making everyone's favourite survival game look better than ever.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

Gamers are losing it over Nintendo's ingenious GameCube logo (again)

As certain as day turning into night, and summer into autumn, is the reappearance of the Nintendo GameCube logo on Reddit's r/DesignPorn page.One again, gamers are cooing over the design's brilliant use of negative space - and we don't blame them.While the PS5 and Nintendo Switch are all the rage right now, the 2001 console might just have the best video game logo of all time.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

Sony just turned the iPhone into an Apple PlayStation Switch

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iOS gaming has come a long way since the Texas Hold'em, the first ever iPhone game, landed on the App Store in 2008.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

Apple's AirTags are receiving a rare discount at Amazon right now

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You can also save on the latest entry-level iPad, Anker's inexpensive charging stand, and a pair of custom-fitting earbuds from Ultimate Ears.If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission.See our ethics statement.If you're someone who has a penchant for losing everything you own - your keys, fanny pack, what have you - a set of ultra-wideband Bluetooth trackers is a good bet for keeping tabs on your belongings.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

Save $150 on the smaller Google Pixel 7 smartphone

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At $150 off, Google's base-model flagship offers a lot of value.Plus, deals on the Moon-faking Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the still excellent M1-generation 16-inch MacBook Pro, and some other goodies.If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission.See our ethics statement.As the days get longer, Google's Pixel phones are continuing to get cheaper.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

Google's Nest Wifi Pro router is $40 off for one, $60 off for two

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The deal that shined the brightest today was Google's Nest Wifi Pro in any color for $159.99 - although, the Xbox Series S selling for $239.99 comes close.The biggest discount yet is happening for Google's Nest Wifi Pro, its Wi-Fi 6 and 6E router that's significantly faster (and shinier) than the original Nest Wifi.
Engadget
1 year ago
Gadgets

The best Cyber Monday tech deals for 2022: discounts on earbuds, laptops, smartwatches and more | Engadget

Nathan Ingraham / Engadget  For the past couple of years, Cyber Monday has been almost an extension of Black Friday.In the tech deals space, lots of the discounts and sales we saw at the end of last week are still available now as Cyber Monday deals.There are some new ones, though, which means that even if you bought most things on your gift list during Black Friday, it's worth taking another look online to see if there's anything else you need or something you can get as a gift while on discount.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

The best Black Friday deals you can get at Walmart

Black Friday has arrived, and while Walmart dropped many of its Black Friday deals ahead of the main event as part of its Deals for Days event earlier this month, it is now featuring a load of excellent deals.In fact, some items, such as the latest Beats earbuds, have been dropped an extra few dollars since we last checked.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

Save $150 on the Pixel 7 Pro and $50 on the Pixel Watch

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Oh, and there are a bunch more deals today, like $100 off the regular Pixel 7 and $500 off the 16-inch MacBook Pro with Apple's M1 Pro processor.Whoa, Nellie!Early Black Friday deals from the likes of Walmart, Best Buy, and Target have been with us for a minute, but today, it feels like things are really ramping up.
Dodger Blue
1 year ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Mookie Betts, Clayton Kershaw & Freddie Freeman Receive MLB The Show 23 Diamond Rating

The Los Angeles Dodgers are once again ranked in the top-5 teams in MLB The Show, coming in at No. 4 in overall rating, with three of their premiere stars leading the way in the game's Diamond Dynasty mode.MLB The Show introduced the Diamond Club in 2020 to recognize the top tier of players available in the game's Diamond Dynasty card-collecting mode which allows users to build a team of their favorite stars from around the league.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

Acer Chromebook 516 GE review: AAA gaming on ChromeOS is a reality

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE feels like it was green-lit back when Google Stadia was the future of gaming.As someone who lacks a high-spec gaming PC (but has a PS5 and Xbox Series X) the idea of cloud gaming and having access to high-end PC games anywhere is an enticing third-way for gaming.Stadia may have gone but Nvidia GeForce Now, Game Pass, Amazon Luna+ and more platforms exist.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

PS5 vs Xbox Series X: which is best in 2023?

PS5 vs Xbox Series X is the console war of 2023 (remember those?).While PS5 has been the undisputed next-gen console to own, this year will see old scores settled and reignited as the PlayStation vs Xbox debate is closer than ever.Recently Sony revealed PS5 shortages will reduce in 2023 and the best upcoming PS5 games reveal titles dedicated to PS5, such as Forspoken.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

The brand-new Echo Dot just got its first big discount

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If you didn't preorder the fifth-gen Echo Dot smart speaker that can double as an Eero Wi-Fi extender, this is your first chance to pick one up for far less than the usual cost.While we're going to be knee-deep in Black Friday deals a week from now, there are plenty of sales to check out if you're planning to do some spending this weekend.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'Metal: Hellsinger' is heavy metal theatrics at their finest

You can be booed in Rock Band if you're not playing the right notes all the time, something that rarely happens in real life.
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You can execute kills to the beat of your internal pulse, with the act of shooting bodies and popping heads forming a pleasing rhythm.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'Immortality's' flawed characters are perfect. The game, less so.

He was a trenchant chronicler of teenage anxiety and suburban malaise, a prophet of 20th century alienation; still, I could scarcely imagine him as flesh and blood, a person with hobbies, habits, ticks, kinks and routines, let alone someone prone to faux pas, misunderstandings and much worse.
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For so long as "Immortality" uses that as a starting point to probe further, it is a high water mark for gaming in 2022.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones just got their first discount at Woot

This story is part of a group of stories called Only the best deals on Verge-approved gadgets get the Verge Deals stamp of approval, so if you're looking for a deal on your next gadget or gift from major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Target, and more, this is the place to be.
GSMArena.com
1 year ago
Mobile UX

IDC: XR market declines 21% in 2022, Meta leads the VR segment, Nreal on top of the AR segment

2022 was a tough year for the AR/VR market as global shipments dropped sharply to 8.8 million units for the full year - down 20.9% compared to 2021, according to data by IDC.The analysts say that the drop was expected as this is a fledgling market and certain global events have massive effects on it (both positive and negative).
GSMArena.com
1 year ago
Mobile UX

Sony PlayStation 5 gets variable refresh rate support

Sony today announced that it is bringing variable refresh rate to the PlayStation 5 console.The feature will be rolled out through a software update, which will be available globally this week.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'High on Life' is more about the jokes than the gameplay

Available on: PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S
Tech is not your friend.We are.Sign up for The Tech Friend newsletter.ArrowRight  Developer: Squanch Games | Publisher: Squanch Games
Release date: Dec. 13, 2022
The guns talk in "High on Life."Gripped in the nameless protagonist's hand, their bulbous eyes rolling up from the bottom right of the screen, they're as much constant characters in the first-person shooter game as they are weapons.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

The best video games of 2022

2022 has come and nearly gone, bringing with it a lot of video games.The year saw some highly-anticipated new entries into many of our favorite big series.It also saw a lot of indie games that delighted us, and mobile games that sucked away hours of our time.Instead of bequeathing the title of "best" on a single game, we've selected our ten favorites from 2022.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Analysis | Black Friday Deals Couldn't Soothe Anxious Shoppers

Shoppers at the Somerset Collection Mall on Black Friday in Troy, Michigan, US, on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022.US retailers are bracing for a slower-than-normal Black Friday as high inflation and sagging consumer sentiment erode Americans demand for material goods.(Photographer: Bloomberg/Bloomberg)Black Friday looked a little gray this year.There's mounting evidence that consumers, drowning in discounts since the summer, are exhausted.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'Modern Warfare II' does ripped-from-the-headlines in the worst way

Available on: PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One
Developer: Infinity Ward | Publisher: Activision
Release: Oct. 28, 2022
This review contains spoilers for the campaign of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II."The online discourse fired up almost as soon as "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II′s" campaign mode came online last week.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'Signalis' is an artful throwback to old-school survival horror

Available on: PC, Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Developer: rose-engine | Publisher: Humble Games, PLAYISM
Release: Oct. 27, 2022
This review contains spoilers for "Signalis.""You will be able to dream yourself into the world of dark shadows."
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'New Tales from the Borderlands' is a perfect spiritual successor

Available on: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S
Developer: Gearbox Software | Publisher: 2K Games
Release: Oct. 21, 2022
Editor In Leaf
1 year ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Winter Wonderland: Holiday Toronto Maple Leafs gifts for every fan

Happy Holidays!The temperatures drop, the trees get lit and everyone starts making their lists.These Toronto Maple Leafs gifts are must-haves.Who doesn't love the holidays?There's nothing like a little 'Jingle Bells' to get you feeling merry.Whether you turn on the carols the day after Halloween, or waiting until the turkey's out of the oven, there's no judgment here.
Musket Fire
1 year ago
New England Patriots

Winter Wonderland: Holiday New England Patriots gifts for fans

Happy Holidays!The temperatures drop, the trees get lit and everyone starts making their lists.These New England Patriots gifts are must-haves.Who doesn't love the holidays?There's nothing like a little 'Jingle Bells' to get you feeling merry.Whether you turn on the carols the day after Halloween, or wait until the turkey's out of the oven, there's no judgment here.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

As Microsoft-Activision merger nears, a classic FPS license reappears-for free

While we at Ars Technica don't necessarily cheer the moments when giant gaming conglomerates swallow up other giant gaming conglomerates, we also have a faction that champions efforts to preserve and re-release classic video games.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

Get the latest Amazon Echo smart speaker for half-off

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The best price on this smart speaker that now doubles as an Eero mesh Wi-Fi extender.Plus, more all-time low prices on the Google Pixel 6A and second-gen Apple Pencil.Spooky season may soon be coming to a close, but deals season is still in full swing.First off, you can buy the latest version of the Amazon Echo smart speaker for just $49.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, or Target.
Game Informer
1 year ago
Video games

Dying Light 2 New Game Plus Update Out Now, Patch Notes Detailed

Techland has revealed the patch notes for the upcoming New Game Plus mode patch for Dying Light 2 and it brings some expansive changes to the game, even beyond the new mode.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'Scorn' is a horror game more faithful to H.R. Giger than 'Alien'

Available on: Xbox Series X and Series S, PC
Developer: Ebb Software | Publisher: Kepler Interactive
Release: Oct. 21, 2022
Engadget
1 year ago
Gadgets

The best October Prime Day deals you can get for under $50 | Engadget

You're probably hoping to cross off a few big items from your holiday shopping list during Amazon's Prime Early Access Sale.But don't forget about the little things, either.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

RTX 4090 review: Spend at least $1,599 for Nvidia's biggest bargain in years

The Nvidia RTX 4090 makes me laugh.
Part of that is due to its size.
Engadget
1 year ago
Gadgets

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 falls to $250 plus the rest of the week's best tech deals | Engadget

The week may be almost over, but there are still plenty of offers to be found.
Engadget
1 year ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Ted Lasso and AFC Richmond are coming to 'FIFA 23' | Engadget

is coming to FIFA 23 and he's bringing AFC Richmond with him.EA with Warner Bros.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Xbox Series X update allows more discs to be played fully offline

Microsoft has quietly updated its Xbox Series X system software to remove the need for a one-time online check in before playing Xbox One discs and certain "Smart Delivery" cross-generation discs.
Engadget
1 year ago
Apple

The Morning After: The verdict on the iPhone 14 Pro | Engadget

It was a big day for tech reviews.Alongside the iPhone 14 and 14 Pro, there are also new action cams from both GoPro and DJI - and we've got detailed reviews on all of them.
The Verge
1 year ago
Marketing

Microsoft Teams now has a remixed ringtone from TikTok

Microsoft liked a TikTok video so much it has put a remixed version of the Teams ringtone into the Microsoft Teams app.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Discord is now on Xbox for everyone, but setup takes a few steps

Then, open a voice channel on Discord and tap the option in the Discord app to transfer to Xbox.The Xbox app will open up again, asking users to confirm the change.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'Temtem' is a Pokemon clone that Pokemon would be wise to emulate

Available on: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Series S, Nintendo Switch
Developer: Crema | Publisher: Humble Games
Release: Sept. 6, 2022
A young boy wakes up on what appears to be an ordinary day.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Gadgets

Here come the bendable TVs and monitors that no one asked for

If you've been watching display tech lately, you may have noticed an interesting feature: bendable displays.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

LG unveils world first bendable OLED TV with 20 curved level settings for personalize viewing experience - Yanko Design

Curved screen displays have been in trend for the last couple of years, and now we are looking up the horizon for the next big move.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Portal 2 ends 9 years of Xbox 360 "Games with Gold" freebies

Starting September 16, Portal 2 will be the last Xbox 360 game made available for free to Xbox Live subscribers via the Games for Gold program.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

The Sony WF-1000XM5 headphones just got their first discount at Woot

Google's excellent midrange option, the Pixel 6A, launched just a couple of months ago for $449.99 but is currently on sale for $369.99 in its black and green colorways.
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Another excellent Android deal includes the unlocked model of the last-generation OnePlus 9, which is currently discounted to $379.99 at Amazon in its black and white colorways.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | In 'F1 Manager 22,' races thrill but off-track play feels like a chore

Available on: PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One Developer: Frontier Developments | Publisher: Frontier Developments Release: Aug. 30, 2022 Can a racing game be fun - even if it features no actual racing?
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

The Xbox Series S comes with a free game at Best Buy

If you were looking for something to occupy your time this weekend, the team at The Verge Deals has got you covered.
Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

This Xbox controller accessory adds extra buttons to the back, upgrading it to an Elite Controller - Yanko Design

Casually sitting on the rear of your Xbox controller, the ARMORX Pro gives you a secret set of keys and controls that allow you to execute more efficient gaming maneuvers that put you ahead of the pack.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'Saints Row' is good, mindless fun. It's also barely playable.

Available on: PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One, Google Stadia Developer: Deep Silver Volition | Publisher: Deep Silver Release: Aug. 23, 2022 Saints Row is an open world action game series that has defined itself for being sheer, dumb fun.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Xbox's latest dev tools add surprise boost for memory-strapped $299 Series S

The latest update to the Microsoft Game Development Kit (GDK), an official API that targets game development on Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, seemed to be set in stone when it was announced in June.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'MultiVersus' is a real contender for Nintendo's platform fighter crown

Available on: PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One
Developer: Player First Games | Publisher: Warner Bros.Interactive Entertainment
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Ubisoft's big day of delays, cancellations: Avatar open-world game moves to FY24

Fans of gaming mega-publisher Ubisoft may have held out hope that an upcoming presentation, slated to stream online in September, might contain a few surprises or confirmations for more big games coming in 2022.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Steam Deck shipments "more than double" this week-so let's estimate how many

For anyone trying to buy a modern piece of gaming hardware, good news is beginning to peek through the dreary clouds of chip shortages and manufacturing hold-ups.
The Verge
1 year ago
Apple

iOS 16 supports Nintendo's Switch Pro and Joy-Con controllers

Apple is adding native support for the Nintendo Switch Pro and Joy-Con controllers in iOS 16.
Creative Bloq
1 year ago
Graphic design

How to watch the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase

(Image credit: Xbox / Microsoft)
The Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase is coming this week, on 12 June, and promises to reveal Microsoft's plans for the coming year and into 2022.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

Save $70 on the M1-powered iPad Air with 256GB storage

This story is part of a group of stories called
Game Informer
1 year ago
Video games

Citizen Sleeper Is An RPG On Xbox Game Pass That Deserves Your Attention

When I booted up Citizen Sleeper last night, I had no idea what I was in for.
Game Informer
1 year ago
Video games

Saints Row Preview - Saints Row Character, Vehicle, And Weapon Customization Unveiled - Game Informer

When we featured the upcoming Saints Row reboot on our cover last year, I was able to play around in the vast open world of Santo Ileso.
Game Informer
2 years ago
Video games

The Top 10 Xbox Series X Games

So you got your hands on an Xbox Series X?Congratulations!
Fatherly
3 years ago
Fathers

The Xbox Series S Is More Than Enough Console for Most People

You've probably heard by now that there's a new Xbox, but that's only half of the story: There are actually two new Xboxes - the Series X, a black monolith straight out of 2001: A Space Odyssey that retails for $499, and the Series S, a smaller, friendlier white box with a smaller, friendlier $299 price tag.
The Verge
1 year ago
Gadgets

The best Mother's Day sales happening now

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Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 year ago
Design

Top 10 cafe racers for motorbike enthusiasts - Yanko Design

Motorbikes get the heart of almost every Automotive lover thumping - especially Café racers!
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

The best video games of 2022 so far

It's only April, and already there are plenty of great games released this year that are in the conversation for game of the year."Elden Ring," undeniably, is one of those games.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Rockstar edits out "transphobic" content from GTA V remasters

In recent years, the press and LGBTQ+ groups have been putting pressure on Rockstar Games to remove or change content they see as "transphobic" in Grand Theft Auto V. Now, players have noted a few such changes to transgender representation in the "expanded and enhanced" upgrades to the game recently released for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Games

Rockstar, Remedy shake hands on new Max Payne 1+2 remaster series

Remedy Entertainment and are together again-and the reunion is coming in the form of a full-blown remake of the hard-boiled series' first two action games.
Washington Post
1 year ago
Business

Review | 'The Skywalker Saga' is a fun Lego set with unnecessary extra pieces

Available on: Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S
Developer: TT Games | Publisher: Warner Bros.Interactive Entertainment
Release: April 5, 2022
Futurism
1 year ago
Parenting

Best Game Consoles for Kids

As the 32-bit generation starts having kids, it's only natural parents would want to share their love of console gaming with their offspring.It's never been easier to game either.
Ars Technica
2 years ago
Games

Warzone dev says game is losing players over "insane" download sizes

For years, players have complained that ballooning game download sizes are clogging up hard drives and Internet bandwidth.
Washington Post
2 years ago
Business

Review | 'Stranger of Paradise' is your drunk dad's Final Fantasy

Available on: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and Series S
Developer: Team Ninja | Publisher: Square Enix
My father was a drinker, but certainly no fiend.
Creative Bloq
2 years ago
Graphic design

These new Xbox controllers are way nicer than the PS5 DualSense remotes

Earlier this week, Xbox released two bizarre custom Sonic-themed Xbox controllers.
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