‘Returnal’ is a frantic, familiar pleasure — but spurns mainstream appeal to its peril
Returnal, released today for the PlayStation 5, is an action adventure that has you exploring an alien world that reconfigures itself whenever you die, bringing you back for another shot at escaping. It’s exciting, frustrating, and beautiful, t.....»»
In-store Vision Pro demos will see two big changes this month
In-store Vision Pro demos are reportedly set to see two big changes this month, as Apple seeks to increase the wow factor and boost the appeal of the device. The first is that customers will be given the opportunity to view their own photos on the.....»»
LG rolls out its gamer-friendly M4 wireless OLED TV
With a new small screen size and 144Hz support, LG's new wireless TV should appeal to gamers......»»
Apple may add some text effects to iMessage in iOS 18
Apple's changes to iMessage in iOS 18 could introduce new text effects, which may include stylized text that could be sent to Android users.iMessage on an iPhoneUsers of iMessage will be familiar with the way the app handles certain words within a me.....»»
Apple may add some effects to text to iMessage in iOS 18
Apple's changes to iMessage in iOS 18 could introduce new text effects, which may include stylized text that could be sent to Android users.iMessage on an iPhoneUsers of iMessage will be familiar with the way the app handles certain words within a me.....»»
Nectarivores: A world of sweet-toothed critters
If you have a sweet tooth, you'll be familiar with the burst of energy known as a sugar rush. But what if your survival depended on it? Would you love it as much? Animals get the nutrients they need from different sources......»»
Misleading COVID-19 headlines from mainstream sources did more harm on Facebook than fake news, study finds
Since the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in 2021, fake news on social media has been widely blamed for low vaccine uptake in the United States—but research by MIT Sloan School of Management Ph.D. candidate Jennifer Allen and Professor David Rand f.....»»
Chevy highlights Equinox EV"s familiarity, value to win over buyers
Chevy is trying to help ease the electric transition for consumers by using a familiar name and emphasizing the value offered at a $35,000 price point......»»
FTC defends tougher dealership regulations as NADA, Texas retailers appeal in U.S. court
The Federal Trade Commission on May 14 defended its new CARS Rule regulating car dealership advertising and finance and insurance practices......»»
TikTok ban: Fast-track appeal granted as company sues US government [U]
Update: A US court has fast-tracked the appeal, which will be heard in September. TikTok owner Bytedance has just three weeks to file its arguments for the ban to be overturned. Bytedance, the parent company of TikTok, is suing the US government,.....»»
Apple’s WWDC opportunity: why iOS 18 may prove pivotal to taking AI mainstream
AI is everywhere. Tech companies not talking about AI are hard to find. When compared to players leading in this space like OpenAI and Google, Apple is generally seen as being “behind.” But despite AI being everywhere, in many ways it’s also.....»»
WTF Is With the Pink Pineapples at the Grocery Store?!
Using DNA from tangerines and tobacco, food scientists have made a familiar fruit tastier—and more Instagrammable—than ever. We looked into pink pineapples so you don’t have to......»»
ICQ 1996-2024: The first universal messenger had a good run, and is leaving us soon
While you probably haven't thought about it in years, the first mainstream universal messenger app for the Mac and just about every other platform will finally be completely retired in June 2024.Owner Mail.ru's announcement that the messaging program.....»»
Could Putting Neosporin in Your Nose Fend Off COVID?
People may someday have a surprisingly familiar tool to prevent viral infections: one of the antibiotics found in a common ointment.....»»
Atlas review: an absurd Netflix sci-fi movie that works as a guilty pleasure
The new Netflix sci-fi movie Atlas isn't original or really that good, but it's an enjoyable watch thanks to lead star Jennifer Lopez and an anything-goes plot......»»
Ford hopes to expand customer base, EV capabilities with Mach-E Rally
Ford hopes the 2024 Mustang Mach-E Rally will widen the appeal of EVs for on-the-fence consumers by showing the versatility of those products......»»
Analysis-Nvidia"s split of soaring stock could boost retail investor appeal, Dow chances
Analysis-Nvidia"s split of soaring stock could boost retail investor appeal, Dow chances.....»»
Bentley elevates Mike Rocco to lead Americas region as CEO
The British ultraluxury brand has a new CEO for the Americas region, but it's a familiar face......»»
Apple fights $2B antitrust fine over Spotify complaint, challenging EU in court
Apple said back in March that it would appeal the $2B antitrust fine levied against it by the EU in respect of a complaint made by Spotify, and it is now reported to have filed its lawsuit. It’s the latest example of the iPhone maker taking an a.....»»
From "yellow peril" to COVID-19: New book takes unflinching look at anti-Asian racism
More than 150 years ago, some 15,000 Chinese workers arrived in the U.S. to help construct the country's first transcontinental railroad, which connected the West Coast with the East Coast's rail network......»»
Leaks from Valve’s Deadlock look like a pressed sandwich of every game around
Is there something new underneath a whole bunch of familiar game elements? Enlarge / Valve has its own canon of games full of artifacts and concepts worth emulating, as seen in a 2018 tour of its offices. (credit: Sam Machkovech).....»»