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<title><![CDATA[Activision is reportedly looking into the malware stealing its users' login credentials]]></title>
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<p><em>TechCrunch's</em> source said the malware "could be only affecting folks who have third-party tools installed," insinuating that people are getting it from non-Activision-developed software typically used with its games. Delaney Simmons, Activision's spokesperson, told the publication that the company is aware of "claims that some player credentials across the broader industry could be compromised from malware from downloading or using unauthorized software." He added that the company's servers "remain secure and uncompromised."</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>That's certainly a plausible theory, seeing as the hacking scheme appears to have been uncovered by someone known as Zeebler, who develops cheating software for <em>Call of Duty</em>. Zeebler told <em>TechCrunch</em> that he discovered the campaign when one of his customers had their account stolen for his software. Upon looking into it, he reportedly discovered a database containing stolen credentials. He also said that the malware is disguised to look like real software, but they were actually designed to steal the usernames and passwords victims type in. Zeebler is presumably talking about third-party tools like cheating software getting cloned to harvest people's logins, but <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.reddit.com/r/activision/comments/17lsmzp/im_concerned_that_activision_got_hacked/">phishing schemes that use</a> Activision's official login design exist, as well. Bottom line is, people should be careful what they download and always double check if the login page they're typing in is the real deal. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/activision-is-reportedly-looking-into-the-malware-stealing-its-users-login-credentials-092210468.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The major players in live TV streaming are YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, FuboTV, Sling and DirecTV Stream, with Philo rounding things out as a good budget option. Each one purports to replicate cable with vast channel offerings, local news, sports and linear programming — and most services promise to be cheaper than cable, too. That’s true in some cases, but depending on which and how many add-ons and packages you get in addition to the base service, it can also end up being far more expensive than basic cable. To help you get the most bang for your buck, we break down just what live TV services offer and suggest the best ones for different viewers.</p>
<h2>What to look for in a live TV streaming service</h2>
<h3><strong>How to stream live TV</strong></h3>
<p>Streaming live TV is a lot like using Netflix. You get access through apps on your phone, tablet, smart TV or <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-streaming-devices-media-players-123021395.html">streaming device</a> and the signal arrives over the internet. A faster and more stable connection tends to give you a better experience. Most live TV apps require you to sign up and pay via a web browser. After that, you can activate the app on your device.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><h3><strong>Price</strong></h3>
<p>When I started my cord-cutting research, I was struck by the price difference between live TV and a <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-video-streaming-services-133000093.html">standard streaming app</a> like Netflix or Peacock. Where the latter cost between $5 and $20 per month, many live TV services hit the $75 mark and can go higher than $200 with additional perks, channel packages and premium extras. The higher starting price is mostly due to the cost of providing multiple networks – particularly sports and local stations. And, in the past year or so, every service except Philo and Sling has raised base plan prices.</p>
<h3><strong>Local channels</strong></h3>
<p>Only two of the services we tried don’t include full local channel coverage for subscribers and one of those makes no effort at carrying sports. That would be Philo and, as you might guess, it’s the cheapest. The next most affordable option, Sling, only carries three local stations, and only in larger markets, but it still manages to include some of the top sports channels.</p>
<p>When you sign up with any provider that handles local TV, you’ll enter your zip code, ensuring you get your area’s broadcast affiliates for ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC. Of course, you can also get those stations for free. Nearly all modern television sets support a radio frequency (RF) connection, also known as the coaxial port, which means if you buy an <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9UVi1BbnRlbm5hLUluZG9vci1Cb29zdGVyLVNpZ25hbC9kcC9CMEJGOU04RFZIP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLXAyLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgifQ&signature=AQAAAdNjSFySHUB5LvTxXF-PeO0y_Q2BikkE25wwz5DoNvP8&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FTV-Antenna-Indoor-Booster-Signal%2Fdp%2FB0BF9M8DVH">HD antenna</a>, you’ll receive locally broadcast stations like ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC. And since the signal is digital, reception is much improved over the staticky rabbit-ears era.</p>
<h3><strong>Sports</strong></h3>
<p>One reality that spun my head was the sheer number and iterations of sports networks in existence. Trying to figure out which network will carry the match-up you want to see can be tricky. Google makes it a little easier for sports fans by listing out <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=0931b986-736e-47bb-80b9-5f6f8f4ef5ae&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Google&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiIwOTMxYjk4Ni03MzZlLTQ3YmItODBiOS01ZjZmOGY0ZWY1YWUiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS9zZWFyY2g_cT11cGNvbWluZytuYmErZ2FtZXMiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCJ9&signature=AQAAAesTVaWGoJAGC8HeWPR-hONFNNDQi_RYK1Xsn7p9P7eQ&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dupcoming%2Bnba%2Bgames&uuid=neFMbkrgFsGa5VgH10569">upcoming games</a> (just swap in NFL, MLB, NHL and so on in the search bar). When you click an event, the “TV & streaming” button will tell you which network is covering it.</p>
<p>That just leaves figuring out if your chosen service carries that regional sports network. Unfortunately, even with add-ons and extra packages, some providers simply don’t have certain channel lineups. It would take a lawyer to understand the ins and outs of <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fubotv-accuses-disney-fox-and-warner-bros-of-antitrust-practices-over-joint-streaming-service-064140676.html">streaming rights negotiations</a>, and networks leave and return to live TV carriers all the time. That said, most major sporting events in the US are covered by ESPN, Fox Sports, TNT, USA and local affiliates.</p>
<p>It's also worth noting that traditional streaming services have started adding live sports to their lineups. <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Peacock TV;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=cbef8901-c2f3-4af7-b1b7-e2c3afcffd7a&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Peacock+TV&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5wZWFjb2NrdHYuY29tL2Jsb2cvcGVhY29jay1zcG9ydHMtc3RyZWFtaW5nLWxpdmUtdGhpcy13ZWVrIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgifQ&signature=AQAAAb3oK_2srGepPkHWr6_QbIZwY4lSnQEGXf780E-bOVSt&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.peacocktv.com%2Fblog%2Fpeacock-sports-streaming-live-this-week" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.peacocktv.com/blog/peacock-sports-streaming-live-this-week">Peacock</a> carries <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/peacock-ui-update-183247828.html">live</a> Premier League matches and <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/peacocks-nfl-wild-card-game-broke-streaming-records-103503762.html">Sunday Night Football</a>. Max now airs select, regular season games from the NHL, MLB, NCAA and NBA with a <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Max;elmt:;cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=688578c2-f937-4e4e-ba49-28d7ac8f32c3&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Max&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tYXguY29tL3Nwb3J0cyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAUVzesZKsYThPzlpPwEA6ALK4Q2j-H0O6qpNOYih0Doq&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.max.com%2Fsports" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.max.com/sports">$10-per-month add-on</a>. You can watch <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://engadget.com/apple-tvs-mls-season-pass-subscriptions-have-doubled-since-messis-arrival-in-the-us-150221673.html">MLS games</a> with an add-on through the Apple TV app, and Apple TV+ includes some <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQuYXBwbGUuY29tL2VuLXVzL0hUMjEzMDk5IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgifQ&signature=AQAAAbGD40iYT1b8lulQyKWqvy01J5IIoxH86UXNp7iwW9rf&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.apple.com%2Fen-us%2FHT213099" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213099">MLB games</a>. And finally, if you subscribe to Paramount Plus, you can see many of the matches you’d see on CBS Sports. While these options won’t cover as much ground as live TV streamers, they could scratch a sports itch without too much added cost.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2023-03/3cbec0e0-c42d-11ed-bfbe-961d0e86297a" alt="A TV displaying the logos for Philo, Sling, Hulu, DirecTV stream, fuboTV, and YouTube TV apps. " data-uuid="745efd02-508c-3603-a480-547937b3d664"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Amy Skorheim / Engadget</div></figure>
<h3><strong>Traditional cable networks</strong></h3>
<p>Dozens of linear programming networks were once only available with cable TV, like Bravo, BET, Food Network, HGTV, CNN, Lifetime, SYFY and MTV. If you only subscribe to, say, Netflix or Apple TV+, you won’t have access to those. But as with sports, standard streamers are starting to incorporate this content into their offerings. After the <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/max-hbo-max-rebrand-analysis-194800553.html">Warner Bros. merger</a>, Max incorporated some content from HGTV, Discovery and TLC. Peacock has Bravo and Hallmark shows, and Paramount+ has material from Nickelodeon, MTV and Comedy Central.</p>
<p>Other channels like AMC+ have stand-alone apps. The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Discovery+;elmt:;cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=e3296106-c693-4525-ba0e-6b65767ea99e&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Discovery%2B&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXNjb3ZlcnlwbHVzLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCJ9&signature=AQAAAW7OBUATY1cVOfddLTZMRp6aWKo413HNIhQ8r2lBL5Si&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.discoveryplus.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.discoveryplus.com/">Discovery+</a> app gives you 15 channels add-free for $9 per month. And a service called <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3RyeS5mcm5kbHl0di5jb20vIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgifQ&signature=AQAAAVsZIkFL_NAsojioaxhFb7VBEX8KUhX8w_0zsJABNpm3&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Ftry.frndlytv.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://try.frndlytv.com/">Frndly TV</a> costs a mere $7 per month and streams A&E, Lifetime, Game Show Network, Vice and about 35 others. Of course, most live TV streaming options will deliver more sizable lists of cable networks, but just note that you may already be paying for some of them — and if all you need is a certain channel, you could get it cheaper by subscribing directly.</p>
<h3>How to stream live TV for free</h3>
<p>We also tested a few apps that offer free ad-supported TV (<a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/youtube-is-testing-a-hub-of-free-cable-style-channels-192518784.html">FAST</a>) including <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2dwL3ZpZGVvL3NwbGFzaC9mcmVldmVlX2ZpbmR1cz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1wMi0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAV5-3c1Blu_axAt9eORxbPyOtVVcaOp5fO80Mdz_lIHw&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fsplash%2Ffreevee_findus" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/splash/freevee_findus">Freevee</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://tubitv.com/">Tubi</a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://pluto.tv/welcome">PlutoTV</a> and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Sling+TV&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vZnJlZXN0cmVhbSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAdIuNNmBHdHOLtj_sI1FR0F-cFLsrmDquRG3hfiWmQLV&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Ffreestream" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/freestream">Sling Freestream</a>. They let you drop in and watch a more limited selection of live networks at zero cost. Most don’t even require an email address, let alone a credit card. And if you have a Roku device, an Amazon Fire TV Stick or a Samsung TV, you already have access to hundreds of live channels via the <a data-i13n="cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f3574a52-3bcf-4a37-83ee-65836ac78115&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Roku&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5yb2t1LmNvbS93aGF0cy1vbi90aGUtcm9rdS1jaGFubmVsIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI1MGViMzRkYi1jMGZjLTRiZmItYWI0MS0xY2JlOTdmYWZmZDgifQ&signature=AQAAAfLuwGjG9vtkZgv2usS__UlxE_9OfMU-qC9H3rKGblmH&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.roku.com%2Fwhats-on%2Fthe-roku-channel&uuid=9Pw3FgBnaKfctBWp15619">Roku Channel</a>, the live tab in Fire TV or through the <a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=f85e63cd-e13c-4f9d-991c-9fbaadede3ac&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Samsung+Electronics&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zYW1zdW5nLmNvbS91cy90ZWxldmlzaW9ucy1ob21lLXRoZWF0ZXIvdHZzL3R2cGx1cy8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCJ9&signature=AQAAAdDaBedLcjX-680nTYH3Ldqvh6yM6wTM93dJ4Z4MtYmn&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.samsung.com%2Fus%2Ftelevisions-home-theater%2Ftvs%2Ftvplus%2F&uuid=IfnQEAIlTsj2ni5X16619">Samsung TV Plus</a> app.</p>
<h3><strong>Digital video recordings (DVR)</strong></h3>
<p>Every option we’ve included offers cloud DVR storage, so you don’t need a separate physical device like you often do with traditional cable. You’ll either get unlimited storage for recordings that expires after nine months or a year, or you’ll get a set number of hours (between 50 and 1,000) that you can keep indefinitely. Typically, all you need to do is designate what you want to record and the DVR component will do all the hard work of saving subsequent episodes for you to watch later.</p>
<p>Aside from being able to watch whenever it’s most convenient, you can also fast-forward through commercials in recorded content. In contrast, you can’t skip them on live TV or video-on-demand (VOD).</p>
<p>Most live TV subscriptions include access to a selection of VOD content including movies and shows that are currently airing on your subscribed networks. This typically doesn’t cover live events, local shows and news programming. But it does let you watch specific episodes of ongoing shows like <em>Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives</em> or BET’s <em>Sistas</em>. Just search the on-demand library for the program, pick an episode and hit play.</p>
<h3><strong>Tiers, packages and add-ons</strong></h3>
<p>Comparing price-to-offering ratios is a task for a spreadsheet. I… made three. The base plans range from $25 to $80 per month. From there, you can add packages, which are usually groups of live TV channels bundled by themes like news, sports, entertainment or international content. Premium VOD extras like Max, AMC+ and Starz are also available. Add-ons cost an extra $5 to $20 each per month and simply show up in the guide where you find the rest of your live TV. This is where streaming can quickly get expensive, pushing an $80 subscription to $200 monthly, depending on what you choose.</p>
<h2>How we tested</h2>
<p>When I begin testing for a guide, I research the most popular and well-reviewed players in the category and narrow down which are worth trying. For the paid plans, just six services dominate so I tried them all. There are considerably more free live TV contenders so I tested the four most popular. After getting accounts set up using my laptop, I downloaded the apps on a Samsung smart TV running the latest version of Tizen OS. I counted the local stations and regional sports coverage, and noted how many of last year's <a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/most-watched-channels-2023-tv-network-ratings-1235850482/">top cable networks</a> were available. I then weighed the prices, base packages and available add-ons.</p>
<p>I then looked at how the programming was organized in each app’s UI and judged how easy everything was to navigate, from the top navigation to the settings. To test the search function, I searched for the same few TV shows on BET, Food Network, HGTV and Comedy Central, since all six providers carry those channels. I noted how helpful the searches were and how quickly they got me to season 6, episode 13 of <em>Home Town</em>.</p>
<p>I used DVR to record entire series and single movies and watched VOD shows, making sure to test the pause and scan functions. On each service with sports, I searched for the same four upcoming NHL, NBA, MLS and NCAA basketball matches and used the record option to save the games and play them back a day or two later. Finally, I noted any extra perks or irritating quirks.</p>
<p><strong>Here’s the full list of everything we tried:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:23;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Philo;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=b250d7a0-0e4e-4332-bc87-bf6e669b0564&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Philo&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJiMjUwZDdhMC0wZTRlLTQzMzItYmM4Ny1iZjZlNjY5YjA1NjQiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cucGhpbG8uY29tL2xvZ2luL3N1YnNjcmliZSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAabIVZR19dFPFnrkXwC-HZhqdthhzjQEXtk-uUzjcKrv&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.philo.com%2Flogin%2Fsubscribe">Philo</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:24;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Sling+TV&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiIzNGM3NzUwNS02ZGI0LTQ2NjQtOTMyMC0yYzM4YjQxMjJkNWUiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc2xpbmcuY29tLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAQuX1x-8Li1Y3BleLw5tlSNrUlv0th9PPvhRuDrLsSQD&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2F">Sling</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:25;pos:1" href="https://tv.youtube.com/welcome/">YouTube TV</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:26;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Hulu;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=ca19dea0-e7ad-4f54-beed-6302bce56589&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Hulu&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJjYTE5ZGVhMC1lN2FkLTRmNTQtYmVlZC02MzAyYmNlNTY1ODkiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaHVsdS5jb20vbGl2ZS10diIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAASOsz4gSX7PSfobz14RykoXuU9OPnxuKEPPXAKT0mdHs&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hulu.com%2Flive-tv">Hulu + Live TV</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:27;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:DIRECTV;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=fd7207b2-1b6a-4385-aa15-2f04784de078&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=DIRECTV&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiJmZDcyMDdiMi0xYjZhLTQzODUtYWExNS0yZjA0Nzg0ZGUwNzgiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlyZWN0di5jb20vc3RyZWFtLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAZCwHkjcdTHbgJbx0h8bZZ50xk2YCKyUPzrRoo-1iCLq&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fstream%2F">DirecTV Stream</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:28;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:FuboTV;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=9a941868-c063-4b44-9207-896f1fb5891e&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=FuboTV&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI5YTk0MTg2OC1jMDYzLTRiNDQtOTIwNy04OTZmMWZiNTg5MWUiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cDovL3d3dy5mdWJvLnR2L3dlbGNvbWU_aXJhZD0zNDM3NDcmaXJtcD0yNTM2MjE3JnBhcnRuZXJwcm9wZXJ0eWlkPTMxNDI4MjMmc3ViSWQzPXhpZDpmcjE2NzQyNTQ5ODIwMDhiaGIiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjUwZWIzNGRiLWMwZmMtNGJmYi1hYjQxLTFjYmU5N2ZhZmZkOCJ9&signature=AQAAAbfV5QVpXnp6Zv4vvSRE-0I6_ukuICBOH21I_DjeUyw3&gcReferrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fubo.tv%2Fwelcome%3Firad%3D343747%26irmp%3D2536217%26partnerpropertyid%3D3142823%26subId3%3Dxid%3Afr1674254982008bhb">FuboTV</a></p></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Free ad-supported live TV:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:29;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2dwL3ZpZGVvL3NwbGFzaC9mcmVldmVlX2ZpbmR1cz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1wMi0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAV5-3c1Blu_axAt9eORxbPyOtVVcaOp5fO80Mdz_lIHw&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fsplash%2Ffreevee_findus" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/splash/freevee_findus">Freevee</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:30;pos:1" href="https://tubitv.com/">Tubi</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:31;pos:1" href="https://pluto.tv/">PlutoTV</a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Sling TV;elmt:;cpos:32;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=34c77505-6db4-4664-9320-2c38b4122d5e&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Sling+TV&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5zbGluZy5jb20vZnJlZXN0cmVhbSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNTBlYjM0ZGItYzBmYy00YmZiLWFiNDEtMWNiZTk3ZmFmZmQ4In0&signature=AQAAAdIuNNmBHdHOLtj_sI1FR0F-cFLsrmDquRG3hfiWmQLV&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sling.com%2Ffreestream" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.sling.com/freestream">Sling Freestream</a></p></li>
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<h2>Best free live TV streaming services</h2>
<p>Many standard streaming apps have added live components to their lineups. You’re paying for the service, so it’s not technically “free,” but you can get a dose of live TV without spending more than necessary. Peacock includes some regional NBC stations and Paramount+ subscribers can watch on-air CBS programming. The standard Hulu app has a live ABC news channel and Max <a data-i13n="cpos:33;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/a-live-cnn-streaming-channel-is-coming-to-max-in-september-141316706.html">now includes</a> a live CNN outlet with its service.</p>
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<p>But if you want a full suite of live TV networks, and don’t want to sign up for <em>any</em> paid service, there are a number of free ad-supported TV services that have live TV. Here's the best of what we tried:</p>
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<h2>Frequently asked questions</h2>
<h3><strong>What streaming service is best for live TV?</strong></h3>
<p>FuboTV does the best job of letting you organize live channels to help you find just what you want to watch. The interface is uncluttered and when you search for something, the UI clearly tells you whether something is live now or on-demand. YouTube TV also does a good job making that info clear. Both have just over 100 live channels on offer.</p>
<h3><strong>What is the most cost effective TV streaming service?</strong></h3>
<p>Free TV streaming services like PlutoTV, Plex, Tubi and FreeVee show plenty of ad-supported TV shows and movies without charging you anything. Of course, they won’t have the same channels or content that more premium subscriptions have. Ultimately it depends on what you want to watch and finding the service that can supply that to you in the most streamlined form so you’re not paying for stuff you don’t need.</p>
<h3><strong>Is it cheaper to have cable or streaming?</strong></h3>
<p>A basic cable package used to be more expensive than the base-level live TV streaming service. But now that nearly all major providers have raised their prices to over $75 per month, that’s no longer the case. And with add-ons and other premiums, you can easily pay over $200 a month for either cable or a live TV streaming service.</p>
<h3><strong>What streaming service has all the TV channels?</strong></h3>
<p>No service that we tested had every available channel. Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream carry the highest number of the top rated channels, <a data-i13n="cpos:37;pos:1" href="https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/most-watched-channels-2023-tv-network-ratings-1235850482/">according to Neilsen</a>. Hulu’s service will also get you Disney+ fare, which you can’t get elsewhere. FuboTV has the most sports channels and YouTube TV gives you the widest selection of add-ons.</p>
<h3><strong>What is the most popular live TV streaming platform?</strong></h3>
<p>YouTube TV has the most paying customers. According to this year’s <a data-i13n="cpos:38;pos:1" href="https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/2024-letter-from-neal/">letter</a> from the company’s CEO, the service has over eight million subscribers. Disney’s 2023 fourth quarter <a data-i13n="cpos:39;pos:1" href="https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/app/uploads/2023/11/q4-fy23-earnings.pdf">earnings</a> put the Hulu + Live TV viewer count at 4.6 million. Sling reported <a data-i13n="cpos:40;pos:1" href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/echostar-announces-financial-results-for-the-three-and-twelve-months-ended-december-31-2023-302076635.html">two million</a> patrons and FuboTV claimed <a data-i13n="cpos:41;pos:1" href="https://ir.fubo.tv/news/news-details/2024/Fubos-North-American-Business-Closed-Q4-2023-With-Record-1.618-Million-Paid-Subscribers-29-Year-Over-Year-Revenue-Growth-Exceeded-Guidance-Across-Key-Performance-Metrics/default.aspx#:~:text=The%20Company%20exceeded%20guidance%20across,revenue%2C%20up%2029%25%20YoY.">1.1 million</a>, both in respective year-end reports.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-live-tv-streaming-service-133000410.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>More than 10 years and millions of users later, the popular budgeting app <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://mint.intuit.com/">Mint</a> has shut down for good. Parent company Intuit shuttered the app on March 24, 2024, and has prompted its users migrate to its other personal finance app, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Credit Karma;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=5bdc3e3e-e02c-4b63-90d8-efcfab9d703c&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Credit+Karma&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5jcmVkaXRrYXJtYS5jb20vIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZDEyODJjMy05OWVkLTRkZGMtYjhhYi1jMTBjNjBkNGU3MGMifQ&signature=AQAAAVpjPP_H09LvIBKR1-ty59U8Y-n767pvLq6sBaflXg4C&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.creditkarma.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.creditkarma.com/">Credit Karma</a>. I, along with 3.6 million others (as of 2021, according to <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-01/intuit-winds-down-personal-finance-app-mint-shifts-users-to-credit-karma?sref=10lNAhZ9#xj4y7vzkg"><em>Bloomberg</em></a>), had been Mint users for a long time, trusting the budgeting app to track all of my accounts in one place. Mint was also the tool I used to monitor my credit score, stick to a monthly spending plan and set goals like building a rainy-day fund or paying down my mortgage faster.<br><br>So I gave Credit Karma a shot after hearing I would be imminently forced off of Mint. I was left unimpressed; it’s not a true Mint alternative, so finding a similar app that could be became a top priority for me. The following guide lays out my experience testing some of the most popular Mint replacement apps available today. If you’re also on the hunt for a budgeting app to replace Mint, we hope these details can help you decide which of the best budgeting apps out there could meet your needs in this post-Mint world.</p>
<h2>How to import your financial data from Mint</h2>
<p>Mint users should consider getting their data ready to migrate to their new budgeting app of choice soon. Unfortunately, importing data from Mint is not as easy as entering your credentials from inside your new app and hitting “import.” In fact, any app that advertises the ability to port over your stats from Mint is just going to have you upload a CSV file of transactions and other data.</p> <span id="end-legacy-contents"></span>
<p>To download a CSV file from Mint, do the following:</p>
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<li><p>Sign into Mint.com and hit <strong>Transactions</strong> in the menu on the left side of the screen.</p></li>
<li><p>Select an account, or <strong>all accounts</strong>.</p></li>
<li><p>Scroll down and look for “<strong>export [number] transactions</strong>” in smaller print.</p></li>
<li><p>Your CSV file should begin downloading.</p></li>
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<p>Note: Downloading on a per-account basis might seem more annoying, but could help you get set up on the other side, if the app you’re using has you importing transactions one-for-one into their corresponding accounts.</p>
<h2>How we tested</h2>
<p>Before I dove into the world of budgeting apps, I had to do some research. To find a list of apps to test, I consulted trusty ol’ Google (and even trustier Reddit); read reviews of popular apps on the App Store; and also asked friends and colleagues what budget tracking apps they might be using. Some of the apps I found were free, just like Mint. These, of course, show loads of ads (excuse me, “offers”) to stay in business. But most of the available apps require paid subscriptions, with prices typically topping out around $100 a year, or $15 a month. (Spoiler: My top pick is cheaper than that.)</p>
<p>Since this guide is meant to help Mint users find a permanent replacement, any services I chose to test needed to do several things: import all of your account data into one place; offer budgeting tools; and track your spending, net worth and credit score. Except where noted, all of these apps are available for iOS, Android and on the web.</p>
<p>Once I had my shortlist of six apps, I got to work setting them up. For the sake of thoroughly testing these apps (and remember, I really was looking for a <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-best-budgeting-apps-to-replace-mint-143047346.html">Mint alternative</a> myself), I made a point of adding every account to every budgeting app, no matter how small or immaterial the balance. What ensued was a veritable <em>Groundhog Day</em> of two-factor authentication. Just hours of entering passwords and one-time passcodes, for the same banks half a dozen times over. Hopefully, you only have to do this once.</p>
<h2>The best Mint alternative: Quicken Simplifi</h2>
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<p>No pun intended, but what I like about <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Quicken;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=36291888-36d6-4b83-80bb-f82004bcfdb1&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Quicken&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5xdWlja2VuLmNvbS9wcm9kdWN0cy9zaW1wbGlmaS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImRkMTI4MmMzLTk5ZWQtNGRkYy1iOGFiLWMxMGM2MGQ0ZTcwYyJ9&signature=AQAAAYeMh4c5W9UJ4jn4z86v7Pa70haIXDE9DNo8JoufbXCN&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quicken.com%2Fproducts%2Fsimplifi%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.quicken.com/products/simplifi/">Quicken Simplifi</a> is its simplicity. Whereas other budgeting apps try to distinguish themselves with dark themes and customizable emoji, Simplifi has a clean user interface, with a landing page that you just keep scrolling through to get a detailed overview of all your stats. These include your top-line balances; net worth; recent spending; upcoming recurring payments; a snapshot of your spending plan; top spending categories; achievements; and any watchlists you’ve set up. You can also set up savings goals elsewhere in the app. I also appreciate how it offers neat, almost playful visualizations without ever looking cluttered. I felt at home in the mobile and web dashboards after a day or so, which is faster than I adapted to some competing services (I’m looking at you, YNAB and Monarch).</p>
<p>Getting set up with Simplifi was mostly painless. I was particularly impressed at how easily it connected to Fidelity; not all budget trackers do, for whatever reason. This is also one of the only services I tested that gives you the option of inviting a spouse or financial advisor to co-manage your account. One thing I would add to my initial assessment of the app, having used it for a few months now: I wish Simplifi offered Zillow integration for easily tracking your home value (or at least a rough estimate of it). Various competitors including Monarch Money and Copilot Money work with Zillow, so clearly there's a Zillow API available for use. As it stands, Simplifi users must add real estate manually like any other asset.</p>
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<p>In practice, Simplifi miscategorized some of my expenses, but nothing out of the ordinary compared to any of these budget trackers. As you’re reviewing transactions, you can also mark if you’re expecting a refund, which is a unique feature among the services I tested. Simplifi also estimated my regular income better than some other apps I tested. Most of all, I appreciated the option of being able to categorize some, but not all, purchases from a merchant as recurring. For instance, I can add my two Amazon subscribe-and-saves as recurring payments, without having to create a broad-strokes rule for every Amazon purchase.</p>
<p>The budgeting feature is also self-explanatory. Just check that your regular income is accurate and be sure to set up recurring payments, making note of which are bills and which are subscriptions. This is important because Simplifi shows you your total take-home income as well as an “income after bills” figure. That number includes, well, bills but not discretionary subscriptions. From there, you can add spending targets by category in the “planned spending” bucket. Planned spending can also include one-time expenditures, not just monthly budgets. When you create a budget, Simplifi will suggest a number based on a six-month average.</p>
<p>Not dealbreakers, but two things to keep in mind as you get started: Simplifi is notable in that you can’t set up an account through Apple or Google. There is also no option for a free trial, though Quicken promises a “30-day money back guarantee.”</p>
<h2>The best Mint alternative (runner-up): Monarch Money</h2>
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<p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tb25hcmNobW9uZXkuY29tLyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGQxMjgyYzMtOTllZC00ZGRjLWI4YWItYzEwYzYwZDRlNzBjIn0&signature=AQAAAcWs5pONCUeC031DwLIWoLY9cIulXQ--M-1DkcI1Uv2T&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.monarchmoney.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.monarchmoney.com/">Monarch Money</a> grew on me. My first impression of the budgeting app, which was founded by a former Mint product manager, was that it's more difficult to use than others on this list, including Simplifi, NerdWallet and Copilot. And it is. Editing expense categories, adding recurring transactions and creating rules, for example, is a little more complicated than it needs to be, especially in the mobile app. (My advice: Use the web app for fine-tuning details.) Monarch also didn’t get my income right; I had to edit it.</p>
<p>Once you’re set up, though, Monarch offers an impressive level of granularity. In the budgets section, you can see a bona fide balance sheet showing budgets and actuals for each category. You'll also find a forecast, for the year or by month. And recurring expenses can be set not just by merchant, but other parameters as well. For instance, while most Amazon purchases might be marked as “shopping,” those for the amounts of $54.18 or $34.18 are definitely baby supplies, and can be automatically marked as such each time, not to mention programmed as recurring payments. Weirdly, though, there’s no way to mark certain recurring payments as bills, specifically.</p>
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<p>Not long after I first published this story in December 2023, Monarch <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tb25hcmNobW9uZXkuY29tL3doYXRzLW5ldy9yZXBvcnRzLWNhbmFkYS1pbXByb3ZlZC1zeW5jaW5nIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZDEyODJjMy05OWVkLTRkZGMtYjhhYi1jMTBjNjBkNGU3MGMifQ&signature=AQAAAfLytYpt0ASBsMQ4WC_G2DiCwVk_VpeUTW3alC1f6wgZ&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.monarchmoney.com%2Fwhats-new%2Freports-canada-improved-syncing" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.monarchmoney.com/whats-new/reports-canada-improved-syncing">introduced</a> a detailed reporting section where you can create on-demand graphs based on things like accounts, categories and tags. That feature is available just on the web version of the app for now. As part of this same update, Monarch added support for an aggregator that makes it possible to automatically update the value of your car. This, combined with the existing Zillow integration for tracking your home value, makes it easy to quickly add a non-liquid asset like a vehicle or real estate, and have it show up in your net worth graph.</p>
<p>The mobile app is mostly self-explanatory. The main dashboard shows your net worth; your four most recent transactions; a month-over-month spending comparison; income month-to-date; upcoming bills; an investments snapshot; a list of any goals you’ve set; and, finally, a link to your month-in-review. That month-in-review is more detailed than most, delving into cash flow; top income and expense categories; cash flow trends; changes to your net worth, assets and liabilities; plus asset and liability breakdowns. In February 2024, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tb25hcmNobW9uZXkuY29tL3doYXRzLW5ldy9uZXctbmV0LXdvcnRoLWNoYXJ0LWludmVzdG1lbnQtdHJhbnNhY3Rpb25zLWFuZC1tb3JlIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZDEyODJjMy05OWVkLTRkZGMtYjhhYi1jMTBjNjBkNGU3MGMifQ&signature=AQAAAdOhVpEGTzOfeW0skCZ09zC0ilmH6mnwSfRVWUzse2S3&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.monarchmoney.com%2Fwhats-new%2Fnew-net-worth-chart-investment-transactions-and-more" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.monarchmoney.com/whats-new/new-net-worth-chart-investment-transactions-and-more">Monarch expanded on the net worth graph</a>, so that if you click on the Accounts tab you can see how your net worth changed over different periods of time, including one month, three months, six months, a year or all time.</p>
<p>On the main screen, you’ll also find tabs for accounts, transactions, cash flow, budget and recurring. Like many of the other apps featured here, Monarch can auto-detect recurring expenses and income, even if it gets the category wrong. (They all do to an extent.) Expense categories are marked by emoji, which you can customize if you’re so inclined.</p>
<p>Monarch Money uses a combination of networks to connect with banks, including Plaid, <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.mx.com/">MX</a> and Finicity, a competing network owned by Mastercard. (I have a quick explainer on Plaid, the industry standard in this space, toward the end of this guide.) As part of an update in late December, Monarch has also made it easier to connect through those other two networks, if for some reason Plaid fails. Similar to NerdWallet, I found myself completing two-factor authentication every time I wanted to get past the Plaid screen to add another account. Notably, Monarch is the only other app I tested that allows you to grant access to someone else in your family — likely a spouse or financial advisor. Monarch also <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://help.simplifimoney.com/en/articles/8545901-how-to-import-transactions-from-mint">has a Chrome extension</a> for importing from Mint, though really this is just a shortcut for downloading a CSV file, which you’ll have to do regardless of where you choose to take your Mint data.</p>
<p>Additionally, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tb25hcmNobW9uZXkuY29tL3doYXRzLW5ldy9zeW5jLXlvdXItYXBwbGUtY2FyZC1hcHBsZS1jYXNoLWFuZC1zYXZpbmdzIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZDEyODJjMy05OWVkLTRkZGMtYjhhYi1jMTBjNjBkNGU3MGMifQ&signature=AQAAAShQQWbVxxJEwW3yWMWix2BvpGUL6BqthuUCman70tzF&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.monarchmoney.com%2Fwhats-new%2Fsync-your-apple-card-apple-cash-and-savings" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.monarchmoney.com/whats-new/sync-your-apple-card-apple-cash-and-savings">Monarch</a> just added the ability to track Apple Card, Apple Cash, and Savings accounts, thanks to new functionality brought with the iOS 17.4 update. It's not the only one either; currently, <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/copilotmoney/status/1765099126595764288">Copilot</a> and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy55bmFiLmNvbS9ibG9nL3luYWItYXBwbGUtd2FsbGV0PyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGQxMjgyYzMtOTllZC00ZGRjLWI4YWItYzEwYzYwZDRlNzBjIn0&signature=AQAAAURbSNN9M0U4Crsc1IjwwNhIht5DpeDuTBI7ORxTEbXN&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ynab.com%2Fblog%2Fynab-apple-wallet%3F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.ynab.com/blog/ynab-apple-wallet?">YNAB</a> have also added similar functionality that will be available to anyone with the latest versions of their respective apps on a device running iOS 17.4. Instead of manually uploading statements, the new functionality allows apps like Monarch's to automatically pull in transactions and balance history. That should make it easier to account for spending on Apple cards and accounts throughout the month.</p>
<p>Monarch also recently launched investment transactions in beta. It also says bill tracking and an overhauled goals system are coming soon. Monarch hasn't provided a timeline for that last one, except to say that the improved goals feature is coming in early 2024.</p>
<h2>The best up-and-comer: Copilot Money</h2>
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<p><a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://copilot.money/">Copilot Money</a> might be the best-looking budgeting app I tested. It also has the distinction of being exclusive to iOS and Macs — at least for now. Andres Ugarte, the company’s CEO, has publicly promised that Android and web apps are coming in 2024 (more likely the second half of the year, Ugarte tells me). But until it follows through, I can’t recommend Copilot for most people with so many good competitors out there.</p>
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<p>There are other features that Copilot is missing, which I’ll get into. But it is promising, and one to keep an eye on. It’s just a fast, efficient, well designed app, and Android users will be in for a treat when they’ll finally be able to download it. It makes good use of colors, emoji and graphs to help you understand at a glance how you’re doing on everything from your budgets to your investment performance to your credit card debt over time. In particular, Copilot does a better job than almost any other app of visualizing your recurring monthly expenses.</p>
<p>Behind those punchy colors and cutesy emoji, though, is some sophisticated performance. Copilot’s AI-powered “Intelligence” gets smarter as you go at categorizing your expenses. (You can also add your own categories, complete with your choice of emoji.) It’s not perfect. Copilot miscategorized some purchases (they all do), but it makes it easier to edit than most. On top of that, the internal search feature is very fast; it starts whittling down results in your transaction history as soon as you begin typing.</p>
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<p>Copilot is also unique in offering Amazon and Venmo integrations, allowing you to see transaction details. With Amazon, this requires just signing into your Amazon account via an in-app browser. For Venmo, you have to set up fwd@copilot.money as a forwarding address and then create a filter, wherein emails from <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="mailto:venmo@venmo.com">venmo@venmo.com</a> are automatically forwarded to fwd@copilot.money. Like Monarch Money, you can also add any property you own and track its value through Zillow, which is integrated with the app.</p>
<p>While the app is heavily automated, I still appreciate that Copilot marks new transactions for review. It’s a good way to both weed out fraudulent charges, and also be somewhat intentional about your spending habits.</p>
<p>Like Monarch Money, Copilot updated its app to make it easier to connect to banks through networks other than Plaid. As part of the same update, Copilot said it has improved its connections to both American Express and Fidelity which, again, can be a bugbear for some budget tracking apps. In an even more recent update, Copilot added a Mint import option, which other budgeting apps have begun to offer as well.</p>
<p>Because the app is relatively new (it launched in early 2020), the company is still catching up to the competition on some table-stakes features. Ugarte told me that his team is almost done building out a detailed cash flow section, which could launch before the end of 2023, but more likely in early 2024. On <a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://intelligence.copilot.money/">its website</a>, Copilot also promises a raft of AI-powered features that build on its current “Intelligence” platform, the one that powers its smart expense categorization. These include “smart financial goals,” natural language search, a chat interface, forecasting and benchmarking. That benchmarking, Ugarte tells me, is meant to give people a sense of how they’re doing compared to other Copilot users, on both spending and investment performance. Most of these features should arrive in the new year.</p>
<p>Copilot does a couple interesting things for new customers that distinguish it from the competition. There’s a “demo mode” that feels like a game simulator; no need to add your own accounts. The company is also offering two free months with RIPMINT — a more generous introductory offer than most. When it finally does come time to pony up, the $7.92 monthly plan is cheaper than some competing apps, although the $95-a-year-option is in the same ballpark.</p>
<h2>The best free budgeting app: NerdWallet</h2>
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<p>You may know <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://www.nerdwallet.com/">NerdWallet</a> as a site that offers a mix of personal finance news, explainers and guides. I see it often when I google a financial term I don’t know and sure enough, it’s one of the sites I’m most likely to click on. As it happens, NerdWallet also has the distinction of offering one of the only free budgeting apps I tested. In fact, there is no paid version; nothing is locked behind a paywall. The main catch: There are ads everywhere. To be fair, the free version of Mint was like this, too.</p>
<p>Even with the inescapable credit card offers, NerdWallet has a clean, easy-to-understand user interface, which includes both a web and a mobile app. The key metrics that it highlights most prominently are your cash flow, net worth and credit score. (Of note, although Mint itself offered credit score monitoring, most of its rivals do not.) I particularly enjoyed the weekly insights, which delve into things like where you spent the most money or how much you paid in fees — and how that compares to the previous month. Because this is NerdWallet, an encyclopedia of financial info, you get some particularly specific category options when setting up your accounts (think: a Roth or non-Roth IRA).</p>
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<p>As a budgeting app, NerdWallet is more than serviceable, if a bit basic. Like other apps I tested, you can set up recurring bills. Importantly, it follows the popular 50/30/20 budgeting rule, which has you putting 50% of your budget toward things you need, 30% toward things you want, and the remaining 20% into savings or debt repayments. If this works for you, great — just know that you can’t customize your budget to the same degree as some competing apps. You can’t currently create custom spending categories, though a note inside the dashboard section of the app says “you’ll be able to customize them in the future.” You also can’t move items from the wants column to “needs” or vice versa but “In the future, you'll be able to move specific transactions to actively manage what falls into each group.” A NerdWallet spokesperson declined to provide an ETA, though.</p>
<p>Lastly, it’s worth noting that NerdWallet had one of the most onerous setup processes of any app I tested. I don’t think this is a dealbreaker, as you’ll only have to do it once and, hopefully, you aren’t setting up six or seven apps in tandem as I was. What made NerdWallet’s onboarding especially tedious is that every time I wanted to add an account, I had to go through a two-factor authentication process to even get past the Plaid splash screen, and that’s not including the 2FA I had set up at each of my banks. This is a security policy on NerdWallet’s end, not Plaid’s, a Plaid spokesperson says.</p>
<p>Precisely because NerdWallet is one of the only budget trackers to offer credit score monitoring, it also needs more of your personal info during setup, including your birthday, address, phone number and the last four digits of your social security number. It’s the same with Credit Karma, which also does credit score monitoring.</p>
<p>Related to the setup process, I found that NerdWallet was less adept than other apps at automatically detecting my regular income. In my case, it counted a large one-time wire transfer as income, at which point my only other option was to enter my income manually (which is slightly annoying because I would have needed my pay stub handy to double-check my take-home pay).</p>
<h2>Budgeting apps we also tested</h2>
<h3>YNAB</h3>
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<p>Importantly, YNAB is only concerned with the money you have in your accounts now. The app does not ask you to provide your take-home income or set up recurring income payments (although there is a way to do this). The money you will make later in the month through your salaried job is not relevant, because YNAB does not engage in forecasting.</p>
<p>The app is harder to learn than any other here, and it requires more ongoing effort from the user. And YNAB knows that. Inside both the mobile and web apps are links to videos and other tutorials. Although I never quite got comfortable with the user interface, I did come to appreciate YNAB’s insistence on intentionality. Forcing users to draft a new budget each month and to review each transaction is not necessarily a bad thing. As YNAB says on its website, “Sure, you’ve got pie charts showing that you spent an obscene amount of money in restaurants — but you’ve still spent an obscene amount of money in restaurants.” I can see this approach being useful for people who don’t tend to have a lot of cash in reserve at a given time, or who have spending habits they want to correct (to riff off of YNAB’s own example, ordering Seamless four times a week).</p>
<p>My colleague Valentina Palladino, knowing I was working on this guide, <a data-i13n="cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/what-we-bought-how-ynab-gives-me-peace-of-mind-and-keeps-my-money-in-check-140049410.html">penned a respectful rebuttal</a>, explaining why she’s been using YNAB for years. Perhaps, like her, you have major savings goals you want to achieve, whether it’s paying for a wedding or buying a house. I suggest you give her column a read. For me, though, YNAB’s approach feels like overkill.</p>
<h3>PocketGuard</h3>
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<p><a data-i13n="cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://pocketguard.com/">PocketGuard</a> is one of the only reputable free budget trackers I found in my research. Just know it’s far more restricted at the free tier than NerdWallet or Mint. In my testing, I was prompted to pay after I attempted to link more than two bank accounts. So much for free, unless you keep things simple with one cash account and one credit card. When it comes time to upgrade to PocketGuard Plus, you have three options: pay $7.99 a month, $34.99 a year or $79.99 for a one-time lifetime license. That lifetime option is actually one of the few unique selling points for me: I’m sure some people will appreciate paying once and never having to, uh, budget for it again.</p>
<p>From the main screen, you’ll see tabs for accounts, insights, transactions and the “Plan,” which is where you see recurring payments stacked on top of what looks like a budget. The main overview screen shows you your net worth, total assets and debts; net income and total spending for the month; upcoming bills; a handy reminder of when your next paycheck lands; any debt payoff plan you have; and any goals.</p>
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<p>Like some other apps, including Quicken Simplifi, PocketGuard promotes an “after bills” approach, where you enter all of your recurring bills, and then PocketGuard shows you what’s left, and <em>that’s </em>what you’re supposed to be budgeting: your disposable income. Obviously, other apps have a different philosophy: take into account all of your post-tax income and use it to pay the bills, purchase things you want and maybe even save a little. But in PocketGuard, it’s the “in your pocket” number that’s most prominent. To PocketGuard’s credit, it does a good job visualizing which bills are upcoming and which ones you’ve already paid.</p>
<p>PocketGuard has also <a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://pocketguard.com/news/pocketguard-roadmap/">publicly committed</a> to adding some popular features in early 2024. These include rollover budgeting in January 2024, categorization rules in February and shared household access in March.</p>
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<p>Although PocketGuard’s UI is easy enough to understand, it lacks polish. The “accounts” tab is a little busy, and doesn’t show totals for categories like cash or investments. Seemingly small details like weirdly phrased or punctuated copy occasionally make the app feel janky. More than once, it prompted me to update the app when no updates were available. The web version, meanwhile, feels like the mobile app blown up to a larger format and doesn’t take advantage of the extra screen real estate.</p>
<p>Of note, although PocketGuard does work with Plaid, its primary bank-connecting platform is actually Finicity. Setting up my accounts through Finicity was mostly a straightforward process. I did encounter one hiccup: Finicity would not connect to my SoFi account. I was able to do it through Plaid, but PocketGuard doesn’t make it easy to access Plaid in the app. The only way, as far as I can tell, is to knowingly search for the name of a bank that isn’t available through Finicity, at which point you get the option to try Plaid instead. Like I said: the experience can be janky.</p>
<h2>What is Plaid and how does it work?</h2>
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<p>Each of the apps I tested uses the same underlying network, called Plaid, to pull in financial data, so it’s worth explaining in its own section what it is and how it works. Plaid was founded as a fintech startup in 2013 and is today the industry standard in connecting banks with third-party apps. Plaid works with over 12,000 financial institutions across the US, Canada and Europe. Additionally, more than 8,000 third-party apps and services rely on Plaid, <a data-i13n="cpos:23;pos:1" href="https://plaid.com/company/">the company claims</a>.</p>
<p>To be clear, you don’t need a dedicated Plaid app to use it; the technology is baked into a wide array of apps, including the budget trackers I tested for this guide. Once you find the “add an account” option in whichever one you’re using, you’ll see a menu of commonly used banks. There’s also a search field you can use to look yours up directly. Once you find yours, you’ll be prompted to enter your login credentials. If you have two-factor authentication set up, you’ll need to enter a one-time passcode as well.</p>
<p>As the middleman, Plaid is a passthrough for information that may include your account balances, transaction history, account type and routing or account number. Plaid uses encryption, and says it has a policy of not selling or renting customer data to other companies. However, I would not be doing my job if I didn’t note that in 2022 <a data-i13n="cpos:24;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/plaid-must-pay-58-million-to-users-of-venmo-robinhood-and-other-apps-085908511.html">Plaid was forced to pay $58 million to consumers in a class action suit</a> for collecting “more financial data than was needed.” As part of the settlement, Plaid was compelled to change some of its business practices.</p>
<p>In a statement provided to Engadget, a Plaid spokesperson said the company continues to deny the allegations underpinning the lawsuit and that “the crux of the non-financial terms in the settlement are focused on us accelerating workstreams already underway related to giving people more transparency into Plaid’s role in connecting their accounts, and ensuring that our workstreams around data minimization remain on track.”</p>
<h2>My top Mint alternative picks: Quicken Simplifi and Copilot Money</h2>
<p>To conclude, you might be wondering what app I decided on for myself after all of this research. The answer is actually two apps: Quicken Simplifi, my overall top pick, and Copilot Money. For now, I am actively using both apps and still deciding, long-term, which I feel more comfortable with. I tend to prefer Copilot's fast, colorful user interface, but as I explained above, it's too lacking in table-stakes features for me to go so far as to name it the best overall option.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-best-budgeting-apps-to-replace-mint-143047346.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<p>Based on screenshots shared by the company, it seems users will be able to choose from a few different variations of the AI-generated images after sharing a photo of their pet. That’s considerably less customization than what you can do with your own human-inspired Bitmoji,though it should allow users to create something that looks similar to their IRL pet. (No word on if Snap could one day introduce branded pet accessories for animal avatars like they do for human Bitmoji.)</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The addition is also the latest example of how Snap has embraced AI features in its subscription offering. Since debuting Snapchat+ in 2022, the company has used the premium service to experiment with generative AI features, including its MyAI assistant as well as camera-powered features like <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/snapchats-new-dreams-feature-uses-generative-ai-to-remix-users-selfies-130038172.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/snapchats-new-dreams-feature-uses-generative-ai-to-remix-users-selfies-130038172.html"><ins>Dreams</ins></a> and <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/snapchat-subscribers-can-now-use-ai-to-generate-or-extend-images-within-the-app-060003554.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/snapchat-subscribers-can-now-use-ai-to-generate-or-extend-images-within-the-app-060003554.html"><ins>AI-generated </ins></a>snaps. Snapchat+ has more than <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://newsroom.snap.com/snapchat-plus-seven-million-new-ways-to-create-caption-and-snap" data-original-link="https://newsroom.snap.com/snapchat-plus-seven-million-new-ways-to-create-caption-and-snap"><ins>7 million</ins></a> subscribers, the company announced in December.</p>
<p>Elsewhere, Snap added some updates for non-subscribers, too. The app is adding a new template feature to make it easier to edit clips, and new swipe-based gestures to send and edit snaps more quickly. Snapchat will also support longer video uploads for Stories and Spotlight. In-app captures can now be three minutes long, while the app will support uploads of up to five minutes.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/snapchats-latest-paid-perk-is-an-ai-bitmoji-of-your-pet-235027028.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[An OLED iPad Pro and the first big-screen iPad Air will reportedly arrive in May]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Apple will finally launch new iPads in early May, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-28/when-is-the-new-ipad-pro-ipad-air-coming-out-apple-plans-early-may-launch" data-original-link="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-28/when-is-the-new-ipad-pro-ipad-air-coming-out-apple-plans-early-may-launch">according to</a> <em>Bloomberg</em>’s Mark Gurman. Expected are a new iPad Pro with an OLED display and a faster iPad Air, including a 12.9-inch model for the first time in that lineup. The details of the upcoming iPad models have been consistent, circulating through the rumor mill <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apples-ipad-refresh-next-year-could-bring-oled-ipad-pros-and-a-129-inch-ipad-air-193729591.html">since last year</a>.</p>
<p>The new iPad Pro models will reportedly add OLED displays (offering <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2017-01-09-oled-tvs-will-finally-take-off-in-2017.html">deeper blacks and richer colors</a>) and run on the new M3 chip, already <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/macbook-pro-14-inch-and-16-inch-review-an-m3-chip-for-every-situation-140048075.html">found in several Macs</a>. The new tablets are said to launch alongside a redesigned Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard. Other than a white color option, the latter has remained unchanged since its arrival four years ago.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Meanwhile, the iPad Air will supposedly run on a new processor. Bloomberg didn’t specify which, but — considering the <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-ipad-air-5th-generation-review-130019050.html">current model uses the M1</a>, and Apple likely wants to reserve the M3 for the more expensive Pro — the M2 sounds like a safe bet. The 12.9-inch screen option would mark the first time the iPad Air line has offered a display larger than 10.9 inches. Although Apple will charge more for that model than the smaller sibling expected alongside it, that would be the cheapest way yet to get a supersized iPad screen.</p>
<p>Gurman said early this month that the new tablets would launch alongside the <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/macbook-air-m3-review-2024-13-15-inch-140053162.html">M3 MacBook Air</a>, but the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-announces-new-macbook-airs-with-m3-chips-132810766.html">laptop arrived without any iPads</a> in tow. He now reports that Apple’s release schedule was pushed back to finish working on the devices’ software and ironing out the kinks from the “complex new manufacturing techniques” they require.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/an-oled-ipad-pro-and-the-first-big-screen-ipad-air-will-reportedly-arrive-in-may-204056132.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[A $3 app shoots better spatial videos than the iPhone’s native camera]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>A $3 iOS app now records higher-resolution <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/how-to-take-spatial-video-on-the-iphone-15-pro-184721039.html">spatial videos</a> than Apple’s native camera app. Spatialify, available on the App Store, lets iPhone 15 Pro owners record 3D videos for <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-vision-pro-review-beta-testing-the-future-201430272.html">Apple’s Vision Pro</a> in either 1080p at 60fps or 4K at 30fps — with HDR. Apple’s native recording only supports 1080p / 30fps without HDR, so your immersive clips will be noticeably sharper using Spatialify than the camera app on the same phone. <em>UploadVR</em> first <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.uploadvr.com/spatiality-1080p-60fps-4k-30fps-capture/" data-original-link="https://www.uploadvr.com/spatiality-1080p-60fps-4k-30fps-capture/">reported</a> on the app update.</p>
<p>Spatialify launched earlier this year as a tool for converting Apple’s spatial videos (HEVC format) for playback on non-Apple VR headsets like the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-quest-3-review-mixed-reality-vr-150009788.html">Meta Quest 3</a>. But with Meta later <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-quest-headsets-get-spatial-video-playback-just-in-time-for-the-apple-vision-pro-launch-193821840.html">adding native HEVC conversion</a> to its headsets (the <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/metas-reality-labs-had-its-best-quarter-but-still-lost-4-billion-231135719.html">best-selling on the market</a>), Spatialify’s superior recording could give the third-party app a new lease on life.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Engadget senior editor Devindra Hardawar confirmed that Spatialify produces files in 4K / 30fps when set accordingly. He also verified that Spatialify’s videos look much sharper on the Vision Pro than those shot in Apple’s camera app. HDR also makes the videos’ lighting look more realistic. Not bad for three bucks.</p>
<p>It’s somewhat surprising Apple is holding back its native camera app from exploiting the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max’s full hardware capabilities, but it isn’t unheard of. <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2018-06-18-best-iphone-camera-apps.html">Halide</a>, a popular iOS camera app, beat Apple to the punch with iOS photography features like shooting in RAW, manual controls and <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2018-10-30-halide-iphone-xr-portrait-effects.html">portrait photos for pets</a>. Based on that history, I wouldn’t be shocked if Apple soon added similar advanced spatial recording to its camera, especially now that we know its current hardware has no problem with it.</p>
<p>Spatialify is available <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:9;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spatialify/id6471922894" data-original-link="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/spatialify/id6471922894">on the App Store</a> for $3. It requires an <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/iphone-15-pro-max-review-apple-makes-a-strong-case-for-its-biggest-phone-130018980.html">iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max</a> to capture spatial videos.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/a-3-app-shoots-better-spatial-videos-than-the-iphones-native-camera-193055951.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[You can now use your phone to get started with Amazon’s palm-reading tech]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Amazon <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-one-app"><ins>just launched an app</ins></a> that lets people sign up for its palm recognition service without having to head to an in-store kiosk. The Amazon One app uses a smartphone’s camera to take a photo of a palm print to set up an account. Once signed up, you can pay for stuff by using just your hand, ending the tyranny of having to carry a smartphone, cash or a burdensome plastic card.</p>
<p>The tech uses generative AI to analyze a palm's vein structure, turning the data into a “unique numerical, vector representation” which is recognized by scanning machines at retail locations. You’ll have to add a payment method within the app to get started and upload a photo of your ID for the purpose of age verification.</p>
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<p>The app launches today for iOS and Android. Previously, you’d have to go to a physical location to sign up for Amazon One. Beyond payments, the tech is also used as an age verification tool and as a way to <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-one-sports-stadiums-music-venues-083245937.html"><ins>enter concerts and sporting events</ins></a> without having to bring along a ticket.</p>
<p>Once you hand over your palm-print to the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/artist-rights-groups-protest-amazon-palm-tech-100024591.html"><ins>completely benevolent Amazon corporation</ins></a>, you’ll have unfettered access to each and every <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazon-is-bringing-its-palm-based-payments-to-all-whole-foods-market-stores-132413042.html"><ins>Whole Foods grocery store throughout the country</ins></a>. Amazon, after all, owns Whole Foods. Amazon One payments are also accepted at <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/amazons-palm-reading-tech-tested-panera-cafes-133037398.html"><ins>some Panera Bread locations</ins></a>, in addition to certain airports, stadiums and convenience stores.</p>
<p>There are <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/senators-amazon-palm-print-data-investigation-134424558.html"><ins>obvious privacy concerns here</ins></a>, as passwords can change but palms cannot. Amazon says that all uploaded palm images are “encrypted and sent to a secure Amazon One domain” in the Amazon Web Service cloud. The company also says the app “includes additional layers of spoof detection,” noting that it’s not possible to save or download palm images to the phone itself.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/you-can-now-use-your-phone-to-get-started-with-amazons-palm-reading-tech-184814302.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Walmart ag ’d have to sell a kidney to afford a giant 4K TV for the living room. That is no longer true, as television prices continue to decline. Case in point? Vizio just announced a new 86-inch 4K smart TV that costs just $999.</p>
<p>The first thing worth mentioning about the latest member of Vizio’s lineup of 4K televisions is its size. The next-biggest model is 75 inches and that’s already large enough to absolutely take over most spaces. This thing will be like having a Times Square billboard in your living room. That's not a bad thing, particularly for home theater buffs. </p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>We don’t know how this set will look in action yet, but it does offer a serious batch of features. Vizio says it “boasts the same powerful picture quality as its predecessors”, thanks to the inclusion of Dolby Vision HDR and HDR10+. The company also promises the TV can run games at 120 fps once you switch to 1080p. Here’s hoping the product can <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/some-vizio-tv-owners-can-claim-a-share-of-a-3-million-settlement-over-misleading-marketing-220925933.html">make good on this claim</a>. Other features include dual-band Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and DTS:X audio.</p>
<p>Walmart agreed to <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/walmart-is-buying-smart-tv-maker-vizio-for-23-billion-130725953.html">buy Vizio last month for $23 billion</a>, though the deal still faces regulatory approval. The 86-inch 4K TV officially goes on sale April 29 at both brick-and-mortar and digital retailers. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/vizio-just-announced-a-999-86-inch-4k-tv-160030764.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Sam Bankman-Fried just got sentenced to 25 years in prison]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Disgraced former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried was just sentenced to 25 years behind bars in a ruling handed forth New York's Southern District Court. Judge Lewis A. Kaplan announced the decision this morning.</p>
<p><a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/sam-bankman-fried-sentencing-03-28-24/index.html" data-original-link="https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/sam-bankman-fried-sentencing-03-28-24/index.html">As posted by CNN</a>, Bankman-Fried expressed regret for his actions and the people he harmed. "It's been excruciating to watch," he said. "Customers don't deserve any of that pain." He also acknowledged the serious time he was likely to spend behind bars. "My useful life is probably over," he said. "It's been over for a while now."</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Judge Kaplan laid out his reasoning for delivering such a harsh sentence to the one-time golden boy of the crypto community, suggesting that Bankman-Fried could be in "position to do something very bad in the future." The sentence was issued "for the purpose of disabling him to the extend that can appropriately be done for a significant period of time."</p>
<p>Bankman-Fried is expected to appeal the decision. His defense team <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.nysd.590940/gov.uscourts.nysd.590940.407.0_1.pdf">asked for a sentence of</a> five to 6.5 years, citing his “charitable works and demonstrated commitment to others.” The team also suggested lenience on the grounds that victims would be made whole, referring to a <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-01-24/new-ftx-bankruptcy-probe-should-be-limited-and-fast-judge-says">January bankruptcy court hearing</a> showing that customers and creditors will get their money back. Prosecutors, on the other hand, wanted something much harsher. They asked for a sentence of 40 to 50 years "to reflect the seriousness of the defendant's crimes," US Attorney Damian Williams <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/03/15/sam-bankman-fried-prison-fraud">told the court earlier this month</a>. The maximum possible sentence was 110 years.</p>
<p>SBF, as he's now infamously known, <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/former-ftx-ceo-sam-bankman-fried-arrested-in-bahamas-000800321.html">was arrested in the Bahamas</a> back in December of 2022. He faced seven charges, including wire fraud against FTX customers, wire fraud against Alameda Research lenders, conspiracy to commit wire fraud against both entities, conspiracy to commit securities and commodities fraud on FTX customers and conspiracy to commit money laundering. He was <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/ftx-founder-sam-bankman-fried-found-guilty-on-seven-charges-of-fraud-and-conspiracy-012316105.html">found guilty of all charges</a>.</p>
<p>The trial lasted one month, with prosecutors arguing that he used FTX funds to keep sibling company Alameda Research afloat. Caroline Ellison, his one-time girlfriend and CEO of Alameda, confirmed this to be true and admitted that she committed fraud on behalf of Bankman-Fried. The defendant’s lawyers, on the other hand, tried to <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.nytimes.com/live/2023/11/02/business/sam-bankman-fried-trial">portray him as a hapless math nerd</a> who wrestled with “forces largely outside of his control.”</p>
<p>Alameda borrowed more than $8 billion from FTX, money that was taken from accounts belonging to FTX customers. Bankman-Fried claims he only learned of this in 2020 but performed no actions to safeguard the funds. He took the stand during the trial and said <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.reuters.com/legal/sam-bankman-fried-grilled-cozy-relationship-with-bahamas-officials-2023-10-31/">that he deeply regrets</a> “not taking a deeper look into" what was going on with both companies. FTX collapsed and <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/crypto-lender-blockfi-files-chapter-11-bankruptcy-ftx-165754720.html">filed for bankruptcy</a> in 2022. </p>
<p>“Clearly, I made a lot of mistakes. There are things I would give anything to be able to do over again,” <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/01/business/dealbook/sam-bankman-fried-dealbook-interview-transcript.html">he told the <em>New York Times</em></a> before the trial started.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/sam-bankman-fried-just-got-sentenced-to-25-years-in-prison-155021840.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Google reverses course and brings its Gemini AI to the regular Pixel 8]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Google will bring Gemini, the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/googles-answer-to-gpt-4-is-gemini-the-most-capable-model-weve-ever-built-150039571.html"><ins>company’s new large language model</ins></a>, to Pixel 8 smartphones after all. The phone <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shows.acast.com/made-by-google-podcast/episodes/6602fa6073a3a40017353c91">will incorporate Gemini Nano</a>, a version of the model built to run locally on personal devices. This follows a successful rollout to the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/googles-gemini-ai-is-coming-to-android-150025984.html"><ins>Pixel 8 Pro late last year</ins></a> and the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://blog.google/products/android/google-ai-samsung-galaxy-s24/"><ins>Samsung Galaxy S24</ins></a> in January.</p>
<p>The Pixel 8 features the same proprietary Tensor G3 chip as the Pro, which was designed to speed up AI performance. So the overall experience should be similar with both gadgets. It’ll be coming in the next Pixel Feature Drop, but only as a developer preview for now. Google wants to collect feedback and make sure everything is running smoothly on the slightly lower-specced phone.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>This is a fairly sudden change for Google. The company originally said that the Pixel 8 <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/7/24093603/the-pixel-8-wont-get-gemini-nano-because-of-reasons">couldn't handle on-device Gemini</a> because of "hardware limitations", despite having the same chip as the Pro model. The main difference between the two phones is the RAM allotment, which doesn't seem like a deal-breaker when it comes to running an on-device AI. It looks like Google also came around to that line of thinking. </p>
<p>So what can you do with this thing? The company’s expanding two features that make use of the LLM, and both of these tools have been available for Pro users. The Recorder app will get an improved Gemini-powered summarize feature that works locally on the device. A similar tool already exists, but requires a network connection. Once Gemini Nano is on-board, the data will no longer have to get sent to a server. As one might surmise, this feature creates summaries of recorded conversations.</p>
<p>Gemini Nano will also power Gboard’s Smart Reply toolset. This software suggests responses to messages and is even aware of context in conversations. It started as an exclusive to WhatsApp but recently expanded to Line and KakaoTalk. Google promises “more messaging apps” will add support in the coming months. It’s pretty odd that Google Messages isn’t one of the early adopters of this platform. Gemini Nano is used to power on-device Magic Compose in Messages on the Pixel 8 Pro and Samsung S24, but Google hasn’t announced if this particular tool is coming to the standard Pixel 8.</p>
<p>This has been a big week for Gemini, as Apple is reportedly in talks to bring <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/of-course-apple-wants-to-bring-googles-gemini-ai-to-iphones-144604811.html"><ins>Google’s AI to iPhones</ins></a>. That’s like Coke and Pepsi suddenly opening up a soda shop together. However, Gemini recently came under fire for creating <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-ceo-says-gemini-image-generation-failures-were-unacceptable-163748934.html"><ins>wildly inaccurate historical images</ins></a>. The image generation feature is still on pause as the company continues to iron out those kinks.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/google-reverses-course-and-brings-its-gemini-ai-to-the-regular-pixel-8-154329980.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Take-Two is buying Gearbox from Embracer for $460 million]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>More major changes are afoot on the business side of the video game world, as a notable name is changing hands once again. Take-Two Interactive (the parent company of Grand Theft Auto publisher Rockstar and others) has <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327928202/en/Take-Two-Interactive-Software-Inc.-to-Acquire-The-Gearbox-Entertainment-Company-Inc.-Developer-of-Highly-Successful-Borderlands-Franchise" data-original-link="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240327928202/en/Take-Two-Interactive-Software-Inc.-to-Acquire-The-Gearbox-Entertainment-Company-Inc.-Developer-of-Highly-Successful-Borderlands-Franchise"><ins>agreed</ins></a> to buy Gearbox Entertainment from the embattled Embracer Group. The deal is worth $460 million in stock and is expected to close by June 30. It had been <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/embracer-may-sell-borderlands-creator-gearbox-amid-financial-woes-161505145.html"><ins>rumored for several months</ins></a> that Embracer was planning to sell off Gearbox.</p>
<p>Take-Two is acquiring three studios: Gearbox Software, Gearbox Montréal and Gearbox Studio Quebec. It will fully own the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/borderlands/"><ins>Borderlands</ins></a>, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, Homeworld, Risk of Rain, Brothers in Arms and Duke Nukem franchises, along with “Gearbox’s future pipeline.” Gearbox will operate under the umbrella of 2K, which already publishes Borderlands and Tiny Tina games. Gearbox founder and CEO Randy Pitchford will remain at the helm.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Embracer is hanging onto Gearbox Publishing San Francisco, which will be renamed. That holds the publishing rights for the Remnant series, <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/hyper-light-breaker-hands-on-im-here-for-the-hoverboard-210045970.html"><em><ins>Hyper Light Breaker</ins></em></a> and unannounced games. Embracer will also keep Cryptic Studios (<em>Neverwinter Online</em> and <em>Star Trek Online</em>), Lost Boys Interactive and Captured Dimensions.</p>
<p>Take-Two notes that Gearbox has “six key interactive entertainment projects in various stages of development.” Those include five sequels, among them <em>Homeworld 3</em> and the next Borderlands game.</p>
<p>Embracer <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/embracer-group-gearbox-merger-aspyr-acquisition-154253122.html"><ins>bought Gearbox in 2021</ins></a> for an initial $363 million. If Gearbox met certain targets, the deal would have been worth just over an extra $1 billion over six years.</p>
<p>Since it bought Gearbox, Embracer has gone through rough times. Last year, it <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/embracer-announces-layoffs-and-game-cancellations-after-a-2-billion-deal-falls-through-144311854.html"><ins>announced a major restructuring</ins></a> after a $2 billion investment deal (said to be from a group backed by Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund) fell apart. Since then, Embracer has has <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/timesplitters-studio-free-radical-design-has-shut-down-194718243.html"><ins>closed</ins></a> <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/saints-row-studio-volition-abruptly-closes-due-to-restructuring-at-embracer-group-184731175.html"><ins>several studios</ins></a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/embracer-sells-a-big-chunk-of-saber-interactive-in-a-deal-worth-around-500-million-143713156.html"><ins>sold off others</ins></a>. It <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:10;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/embracer-confirms-247m-sale-of-saber-assets-and-withdraws-from-russia/" data-original-link="https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/embracer-confirms-247m-sale-of-saber-assets-and-withdraws-from-russia/"><ins>laid off</ins></a> 1,387 people in the second half of last year and canceled 29 unannounced games over a six-month period in 2023.</p>
<p>Elsewhere in the business of video games, Sega has sold Relic Entertainment (Warhammer 40,000 and <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/company-of-heroes-3-annoucement-204030560.html">Company of Heroes</a>), which is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:12;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://twitter.com/relicgames/status/1773244490171458017" data-original-link="https://twitter.com/relicgames/status/1773244490171458017"><ins>now an independent studio</ins></a> thanks to the help of a mystery investor. Sega is also <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:13;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.segasammy.co.jp/en/release/47402/" data-original-link="https://www.segasammy.co.jp/en/release/47402/"><ins>cutting around 240 jobs</ins></a> in Europe, adding to the extensive <a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/layoffs-are-sucking-the-joy-out-of-video-games--this-weeks-gaming-news-174541450.html">video game layoffs so far this year</a>. Sega Europe, <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sega-cancels-multiplayer-shooter-hyenas-at-the-last-minute-162614456.html"><ins>Creative Assembly</ins></a> (Total War) and Hardlight Studios (<em>Two Point Hospital</em>) are <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:16;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.ign.com/articles/layoffs-hit-sega-europe-total-war-developer-creative-assembly-and-sonic-dream-team-developer-hardlight-sega-sells-relic-entertainment" data-original-link="https://www.ign.com/articles/layoffs-hit-sega-europe-total-war-developer-creative-assembly-and-sonic-dream-team-developer-hardlight-sega-sells-relic-entertainment">said to have been impacted.</a></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/take-two-is-buying-gearbox-from-embracer-for-460-million-145711528.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Ever since <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1RhbWFnb3RjaGktVDA5MDc0LVVuaS1QdXJwbGUtNDMzNTIvZHAvQjBCVlQ2VEo4WT90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1jMy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMmNlYWFlYzctYmZmYS00MTk4LThiNTQtMjliYWM1NDQ3YzQ2In0&signature=AQAAATlm-N3auTnlcp_WTReuhkEL16CoY-errmB-ulQ90xtZ&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FTamagotchi-T09074-Uni-Purple-43352%2Fdp%2FB0BVT6TJ8Y" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Tamagotchi-T09074-Uni-Purple-43352/dp/B0BVT6TJ8Y">Tamagotchi Uni</a> became globally available last summer, it’s felt like a product with a lot of unrealized potential.</p>
<p>Bear in mind, I say this as someone who loves this device and has run it daily since launch. But on top of all the basic activities one would expect at this point from the digital pet toy, the Wi-Fi capable Tamagotchi Uni promised users the “Tamaverse” — a virtual playground that would broaden the Tamagotchi experience like never before. So far, it hasn’t, really.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Sure, players could send their characters there to “meet” others, go on little vacations and buy outfits, but those small activities don’t really add much substance. The “travel” experience involved watching short animation, and occasionally getting a special food dish, item or achievement badge. Even the aspect of mingling was sorely limited, allowing players to send just one Heart (a “like” to acknowledge another player’s Tamagotchi) per day.</p>
<p>The Tamaverse has been slow to live up to the expectations Bandai set, despite it being the Uni’s biggest selling point. That seems to be changing in a big way.</p>
<p>With an update that rolled out on March 19 — version 1.6.0 — Bandai opened the Tama Portal, an area of the Tamaverse that’s been cordoned off all this time. A few days after, it dropped the first two DLC packs for Tamagotchi Uni in the form of “Tamaverse Tickets,” which allow users to travel to new locations through that portal. In a bonus, non-Tamaverse-related move, the update also answers players’ desperate pleas for more item storage by adding “My Box,” where surplus items can be stowed so you no longer need to delete older goodies to make room for new ones.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/14902f70-ec70-11ee-b947-1aeab3b45989" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/14902f70-ec70-11ee-b947-1aeab3b45989" style="height:1280px;width:1920px;" alt="Promotional images for Tamagotchi Uni Tamaverse Tickets to Very Berry Land and LoveMelo Concert" data-uuid="fb54cafa-bcd4-3187-85c4-839684f7dba4"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Bandai</div></figure>
<p>The first two Tamaverse Tickets, as the DLCs are being called, are available now. One, which takes you to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://tamagotchi-official.com/gb/series/uni/news/01_142/" data-original-link="https://tamagotchi-official.com/gb/series/uni/news/01_142/">Very Berry Land</a>, is free, while the other, for the <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://tamagotchi-official.com/gb/series/uni/news/01_141/" data-original-link="https://tamagotchi-official.com/gb/series/uni/news/01_141/">LoveMelo Concert</a>, costs $6. Each new area comes with a slew of additional characters you can raise (including some that are brand new for the franchise), an on-theme mini-game and a shop with new food, items, accessories and furniture you can buy with Gotchi Points. </p>
<p>This is the kind of depth the virtual space always seemed to imply. Now it feels like we’re finally seeing what the Tamaverse can really be. Hopefully, it’s just the start.</p>
<p>There will undoubtedly be some who balk at having to pay for DLC beyond the one freebie, and while I can’t say I’d blame them for that, it doesn’t bother me for what we’re getting. Purchasing a ticket gives you access to a download code that can be used three times. Once the code is registered to a device, you can visit that location as much as you want, and switch freely between the different locations you’ve downloaded. That means I was able to use the same codes to download Very Berry Land and LoveMelo Concert on both of my Tamagotchi Uni devices, and still have one use left for each ticket in case I ever have to do a reset.</p>
<p>As was the case with the Tamagotchi Smart’s DLC, the physical <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://tamapalace.tumblr.com/post/701740436791918592/bandai-japan-officially-announces-pixar-friends" data-original-link="https://tamapalace.tumblr.com/post/701740436791918592/bandai-japan-officially-announces-pixar-friends">TamaSma cards</a>, only one Tamaverse Ticket can be active at a time, so switching will wipe out any location-specific items or food in your inventory, but you won’t need to reenter the code in order to switch back. All of a person’s downloaded locations can be found in a new list called DL Area when you visit the Tama Portal. </p>
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<p>It’s not just one or two characters that come with each location, either — you get <em>six</em>. Some people buy whole new devices for that kind of expansion (definitely not me… haha…). And the free Very Berry Land brings back the fan-favorite adorable strawberry, Ichigotchi, which feels like a win for everyone.</p>
<p>The DLC also reintroduces the method of obtaining specific characters by feeding your fledgling Tamagotchis certain meals or playing with a particular item three times before they reach adulthood. I was excited to try and get the new character, Tanghulutchi, that comes with Very Berry Land, and fed my teen Tama an abundance of Fruit Candy snacks in hopes that it would make her appear. It worked! (I’m now also fiending for the <em>real</em> candied fruit treat of its namesake, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://joyfuldumplings.com/tanghulu/" data-original-link="https://joyfuldumplings.com/tanghulu/">Tanghulu</a>. Thanks Bandai). </p>
<p>Once I’m strong enough to part with <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://tamagotchi.fandom.com/wiki/Memetchi" data-original-link="https://tamagotchi.fandom.com/wiki/Memetchi">Memetchi</a> on my other device, which is running LoveMelo Concert, I’ll probably try to get Drumcrubitchi, a new character that’s literally a drum kit with a face.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/cceed530-ec7f-11ee-85fb-22ce4f041a29" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/cceed530-ec7f-11ee-85fb-22ce4f041a29" style="height:3509px;width:5277px;" alt="Pink Tamagotchi Uni pictured in a hand displaying the new character Tanghulutchi" data-uuid="fac40546-98b7-3a37-9626-def550ef4539"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Cheyenne MacDonald / Engadget</div></figure>
<p>All of the things you can purchase in the Tama Portal locations are as of now much cheaper than the usual Tama Mall offerings, with furniture and accessories falling between 200 and 500 Gotchi Points. It’s really nice to have some new mini-games to freshen up the daily routine, since there aren’t many built into the device when it’s offline, and the ones they’ve added to the first Tamaverse locations are great.</p>
<p>In Very Berry Land, you can play <em>Cake Factory</em>, where you have to move your character around to place strawberries on top of cake slices as they come down the conveyor belt. It’s a game style we’ve seen before, but is slightly more exciting than other similar versions because the pace really picks up in the second half of the round.</p>
<p>LoveMelo Concert brings back the popular <em>Guitar-Hero</em>-style rhythm game format we saw (twice) in the Tama Arena’s <em>Nyanoe Dance</em>, but the new <em>Happy Happy Harmony</em> features a different song for you to try and keep up with. It’s actually pretty challenging, and is the type of game I’ll have to obsessively revisit until I’ve perfected it. <em>Nyanoe Dance </em>was clearly well received, and I’m sure a lot of fans will be happy that a version of it has found a permanent home in the Uni one way or another.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/134e86b0-ec7b-11ee-adef-f6fafbf9a2e0" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/134e86b0-ec7b-11ee-adef-f6fafbf9a2e0" style="height:3648px;width:5472px;" alt="Tamagotchi Uni LoveMelo Concert game" data-uuid="f997e692-6653-3b54-9bfa-0b34ef5786cb"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Photo by Cheyenne MacDonald / Engadget</div></figure>
<p>One of the best things about previous versions of the modern Tamagotchi, like the Tamagotchi On, was the joy of discovery when you unlocked a new location. The new Tama Portal destinations garner that same feeling, and I can only hope Bandai will keep it going even beyond the additional expansions it teased with update 1.6.0.</p>
<p>The announcement materials indicated that there are at least three more DL Areas on the way, including the <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:7;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://tamagotchi-official.com/gb/series/uni/news/01_143/" data-original-link="https://tamagotchi-official.com/gb/series/uni/news/01_143/">Tamamori Fashion Show</a> that’s set to drop at the end of May. That world introduces some more absolutely unhinged Tamagotchi character designs — like a pair of anthropomorphic work boots named, I kid you not, Bootsbrothers — and I truly cannot wait. The other areas haven’t yet been revealed.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/tamagotchi-uni-finally-feels-complete-after-its-biggest-update-yet-140041168.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>A <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.msichoices.org/latest/new-report-meta-google-restrict-reproductive-health-information/">new report</a> found Meta and Google are restricting reproductive health information in Asia, Africa and Latin America. MSI Reproductive Choices and the Center for Countering Digital Hate, which partnered on the report, claim that the companies have restricted local abortion providers' ads and allowed misinformation to fester, among other misdoings. </p>
<p>Take Mexico, which <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://news.yahoo.com/mexico-supreme-court-decriminalizes-abortion-201102575.html">decriminalized abortion in 2023</a> but where services are not yet legal in all 32 of its states. Meta won't allow MSI to share abortion-related ad content in the country due to remaining bans. However, the local team reported that other sexual and reproductive health content has also received blocks. MSI's teams in Nepal and Vietnam echoed this issue, with <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/facebook-and-instagram-will-start-offering-ad-free-plans-in-europe-in-november-141650104.html">Meta allegedly removing ads</a> promoting cervical cancer screenings and information on IUDs and contraceptive pills, respectively. MSI now has a "blanket advertising ban" from Meta in the two countries and claims the company provided no clear justification. Ghana's team reported Google blocked their ads with the phrase "pregnancy options."</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>"Women and girls are being neglected by these major tech platforms who are putting their bottom lines above the public good," Whitney Chinogwenya, marketing specialist at MSI Reproductive Choices, said in a statement. "Accurate online information is a lifeline for those seeking timely care and facts about their reproductive options. Yet anti-choice groups are able to spread disinformation and toxic narratives online with impunity. And what is worse, platforms like Google and Meta are currently enabling, and profiting from this dangerous propaganda." </p>
<p>MSI's teams in Ghana, Kenya and Nepal expressed difficulty connecting with Meta and receiving information on why their ads were limited — though Bangladesh's team was able to get in contact and resolve their issues. Kenya, Nigeria and Vietnam faced another problem: imitation Facebook pages and websites, sometimes with nothing different than a phone number. MSI requested that Meta and Google remove these scammers (some of which requested money from prospective clients) but claims the companies delayed action or took none. </p>
<p>Researchers gathered evidence through correspondence and interviews with MSI's teams in locations such as Bangladesh, Ghana, Kenya, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, South Africa and Vietnam. Further information came from an analysis of Meta's Ad Library, which the report claims showed evidence of the company displaying and profiting from false or <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-responds-to-eu-misinformation-concerns-regarding-israel-hamas-conflict-102640126.html">misleading</a> anti-abortion ads in Ghana and Mexico. Users reportedly in these two countries viewed these ads up to one million times between 2019 and 2024. Approved ads included claims that "global powers and international companies" paid for decriminalizing abortion movements to "eliminate the Mexican population."</p>
<p>The report also looks at abuse directed at MSI's workers in Kenya, which the organization claimed Meta turns a "<a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-faces-another-lawsuit-over-child-safety-164732291.html">blind eye</a>" towards. Ghana's team reported anti-choice organizations have used WhatsApp, a Meta-owned platform, to pedal conspiracies around family planning being a method to depopulate Africa and MSI's workers "introducing 'satanic' sexual education in schools to 'destroy the youth.'" </p>
<p>The Center for Countering Digital Hate's CEO and founder, Imran Ahmed, accuses social media companies of mining "users' personal data in the Global South but take little care to protect local human rights and civil liberties. It reeks of colonialism — the greed, arrogance and double standards in how they treat less-wealthy markets. They have little regard or understanding of the complex cultural and political factors that can deprive people of their legal right to reproductive healthcare, nor do they grasp that the uneven application of their own content moderation policies greatly exacerbates these problems."</p>
<p>According to Google, it can't say why any ad or campaign was blocked without seeing the specific ad or advertiser account. It also said that ads targeting the term pregnancy options in Ghana and the other countries listed aren't prohibited. “This report does not include a single example of policy violating content on Google’s platform, nor any examples of inconsistent enforcement," a Google spokesperson told <em>Engadget</em>. "Without evidence, it claims that some ads were blocked in Ghana for referencing ‘pregnancy options’. To be clear, these types of ads are not prohibited from running in Ghana – if the ads were restricted, it was likely due to our longstanding policies against targeting people based on sensitive health categories, which includes pregnancy.”</p>
<p>Meta is reviewing the findings, but spokesperson, Ryan Daniels told <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2024/mar/27/meta-and-google-accused-of-restricting-reproductive-health-information"><em>The Guardian</em></a>: "We allow posts and ads promoting healthcare services, as well as discussion and debate around them. Content about reproductive health must follow our rules, including those on prescription drugs and misinformation, and ads promoting reproductive health products or services may only be targeted to people 18-plus. We prohibit ads that include misinformation or mislead people about services a business provides, and we will review the content of this report."</p>
<p><em>Engadget</em> has reached out to Meta for further comment. </p>
<p><strong>Update, March 28 2024, 10:20PM ET: </strong>This article has been updated to include a statement and further information from Google. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/meta-and-google-face-claims-of-restricting-reproductive-health-ads-and-fueling-misinformation-132913618.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Microsoft's <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-copilot-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-companys-ai-assistant-130004909.html">Copilot AI service</a> is set to run locally on PCs, Intel told <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/intel-confirms-microsoft-copilot-will-soon-run-locally-on-pcs-next-gen-ai-pcs-require-40-tops-of-npu-performance"><em>Tom's Hardware</em></a>. The company also said that next-gen AI PCs would require built-in neural processing units (NPUs) with over 40 TOPS (trillion operations per second) of power — beyond the capabilities of any consumer processor on the market. </p>
<p>Intel said that the AI PCs would be able to run "more elements of Copilot" locally. Currently, Copilot runs nearly everything in the cloud, even small requests. That creates a fair amount of lag that's fine for larger jobs, but not ideal for smaller jobs. Adding local compute capability would decrease that lag, while potentially improving performance and privacy as well. </p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Microsoft was previously <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/microsofts-baseline-ram-for-ai-pcs-set-at-16gb">rumored</a> to require 40 TOPS on next-gen AI PCs (along with a modest 16GB of RAM). Right now, Windows doesn't make much use of NPUs, apart from running video effects like background blurring for Surface Studio webcams. ChromeOS and macOS both use NPU power for more video and audio processing features, though, along with OCR, translation, live transcription and more, <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2024/03/intel-microsoft-discuss-plans-to-run-copilot-locally-on-pcs-instead-of-in-the-cloud/"><em>Ars Technica</em></a> noted.</p>
<p>So far, the processor with the fastest NPU speed is Apple M3, which offers 18 TOPS across the lineup (M3, M3 Pro and M3 Ultra). AMD's Ryzen 8040 and 7040 laptop chips are next with 16 and 10 TOPS respectively, while Intel's Meteor Lake laptop hits 10 TOPS as well. Qualcomm may offer the first processor with enough power for Copilot via the <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-snapdragon-x-elite-is-qualcomms-most-powerful-chip-to-date-190004830.html">Snapdragon X Elite</a>, which will offer 45 TOPS of AI compute speed. </p>
<p>Intel's Lunar Lake chips, set to arrive in 2025, will ship with triple its current NPU speeds. Yesterday, the company introduced 300 new AI features optimized specifically for its own OpenVino platform. The chip giant also <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Intel;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=2d327af4-8b42-4ff1-a409-ae7bf906e9e9&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Intel&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5pbnRlbC5jb20vY29udGVudC93d3cvdXMvZW4vbmV3c3Jvb20vbmV3cy9pbnRlbC1hbm5vdW5jZXMtbmV3LXByb2dyYW0tZm9yLWFpLXBjLmh0bWwjZ3MuNzJwbjBxIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI2NmM2OWVmZS02NTE2LTRiMmYtYWM2My1mZGU2ZDJmMjFjNzMifQ&signature=AQAAATvjDLtwI73yxhFipuJPlfJwmvDezXMzXvtBOCFij7-d&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.intel.com%2Fcontent%2Fwww%2Fus%2Fen%2Fnewsroom%2Fnews%2Fintel-announces-new-program-for-ai-pc.html%23gs.72pn0q" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/newsroom/news/intel-announces-new-program-for-ai-pc.html#gs.72pn0q">announced</a> an AI PC development kit based on the the ASUS NUC Pro that uses its current Meteor Lake silicon. </p>
<p>"From a desktop standpoint, we have plans on the desktop side, what we would say [is an] AI PC. And then there's also the next-gen AI PC, the 40 TOPS requirements; we have all of our different steps in our roadmap on how we cover all the different segments," the company told <em>Tom's Hardware</em>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-copilot-ai-will-soon-run-locally-on-pcs-130642514.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>If you're part of the intersection of virtual reality enthusiasts and major league baseball fans, then there's good news for you. MLB has launched Home Run Derby VR on the Meta Quest Store, making it available for Quest 2, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-quest-3-review-mixed-reality-vr-150009788.html">Quest 3</a> and Quest Pro users. The game was previously on Meta's App Lab.</p>
<p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Major League Baseball;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=ab589d8d-3a8a-44c9-87c9-0749631fbc77&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Major+League+Baseball&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5tbGIuY29tL2FwcHMvaG9tZS1ydW4tZGVyYnktdnIiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjIyMWUxMzU4LTljNDMtNDVmYy05M2ZkLTkxNWE4ZjhmZWVkMCJ9&signature=AQAAAeqMEjqyUPDA8E4pjwGZ1jSLYcvCUtUcSsVo8K-qyzCU&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mlb.com%2Fapps%2Fhome-run-derby-vr" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.mlb.com/apps/home-run-derby-vr">MLB Home Run Derby VR</a> gives gamers the chance to explore 30 different ballparks and play up to 100 different levels. "This upgraded game offers an exciting opportunity to experience each venue like never before and utilizing advanced motion controls and realistic batting mechanics, users can step into the virtual batter's box to emulate their favorite sluggers from anywhere in the world," MLB shared in its announcement.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The game also offers multiplayer mode for up to four people or tournaments for up to eight. Users can choose winners by score, fastest exit velocity or longest home run. Plus, achievements can unlock bat skins, batting gloves and more for their Meta avatars. MLB Home Run Derby VR is available for $30 in the Meta Quest Store, but non-Meta users can pick it up on Rift or Steam VR platforms.</p>
<p>This launch isn't MLB's first foray into VR: The organization hosted its first "<a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-angels-face-the-marlins-in-mlbs-first-regular-season-virtual-ballpark-game-202934979.html">virtual ballpark</a>" regular-season game in September. The experience allowed viewers to "enter" the stadium and watch avatars correspond to real-time gameplay between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Los Angeles Angels.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/mlbs-home-run-derby-vr-launches-on-the-meta-quest-store-130036093.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Visions of Mana preview: A faithful reimagination of a classic]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Classic JRPGs are sort of having a moment. <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-review-a-whole-new-world-140018063.html"><em><ins>Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth</ins></em></a><em> </em>has brought new life and a new generation of gamers to one of the most iconic franchises around. More recently <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/unicorn-overlord-review-a-must-play-for-tactics-fans-173259209.html"><em><ins>Unicorn Overlord</ins></em></a> has given us a spiritual sequel to Ogre Battle that’s so good even series creator Yasumi Matsuno (and director of <em>Final Fantasy Tactics) </em>has <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://kotaku.com/final-fantasy-tactics-director-play-unicorn-overlord-1851335033"><ins>been telling people to play it</ins></a>. And later this summer, Square Enix has challenged itself with reimagining one of the most beloved SNES titles of all time after more than 15 years. But now I’ve had the chance to play a preview of <em>Visions of Mana</em>, it feels like the developers have retained the spirit of the franchise but in a game that feels much more at home in 2024.</p>
<p>One of the biggest challenges for <em>Visions</em> is the transition from classic 2D sprites to a much richer and more expansive 3D world. And while there are some visual similarities to recent Dragon Quest games, I think Square Enix has done a wonderful job of maintaining the franchise’s identity. The game’s color palette is bright and energetic, recreating many of the pastel hues seen in previous games. Character designs skew more towards cute and adorable unlike some of its darker and edgier rivals, which gives the title a playful vibe, just like <em>Secret of Mana</em> did more than two decades ago.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/57152f40-eca1-11ee-87fd-59edc114fab9" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/57152f40-eca1-11ee-87fd-59edc114fab9" style="height:1080px;width:1920px;" alt="In combat, the Sylphid Boomerang can be used to trap enemies, deal damage and knock away foes outside of the tornado. " data-uuid="b5db667e-a069-362d-b39c-729186016a61"><figcaption>In combat, the Sylphid Boomerang can be used to trap enemies, deal damage and knock away foes outside of the tornado. </figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Square Enix</div></figure>
<p>Another thing that has translated quite well is its gameplay. Back in 1993, <em>Secret of Mana’s </em>ring menu was lauded for making it easy to switch between weapons and items (or even characters) without making combat feel stilted or clunky. And with the Mana franchise having made the jump to action-orientated gameplay (instead of turn-based) way before mainline Final Fantasy games did, Visions’ assortment of speedy combo-based attacks, spells and class strikes (which are sort of like limit breaks) are a great fit. You can even launch enemies in the sky and rain down blows while they’re suspended, which is a real treat as I’m a sucker for any game with air juggles.</p>
<p>Each of the four main characters (Val, Hinna, Careena and Morley) also have distinct classes like Rune Knight or Oracle, so they all have a unique style and feel in combat. I found myself gravitating towards the thief/catdude Morley, whose katana felt extremely fast and fluid. My only small complaint is that with Square also bringing back the concept of three-person parties, things can get kind of hectic when you’re trying to keep tabs on people performing multi-hit combos against large groups of foes.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/f4b2b8e0-eca0-11ee-b7d7-09c4880a55f9" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/f4b2b8e0-eca0-11ee-b7d7-09c4880a55f9" style="height:1080px;width:1920px;" alt="Pikuls are friendly creatures that characters in Visions of Mana can ride to speed up travel. " data-uuid="bf005d4d-361b-3501-87c5-51055129d564"><figcaption>Pikuls are friendly creatures that characters in Visions of Mana can ride to speed up travel. </figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Square Enix</div></figure>
<p>The most important addition to <em>Visions </em>is the introduction of Elemental Vessels, which give you new abilities both in and out of combat. When you’re simply running around the map, similar to items like the hookshot in Legend of Zelda, vessels provide important traversal abilities. For example, the Sylphid Bommering allows you to create floating platforms so you can cross valleys and chasms or summon gusts of wind so you can jump to a faraway ledge. Meanwhile in battle, you can use the boomerang to trap enemies in the air, deal damage and blow away surrounding foes that might want to interrupt your attack. So while it’s not a groundbreaking feature, I appreciate how <em>Visions</em> is using new mechanics to add an extra layer of depth to multiple facets of the game.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, one trait of previous Mana games that hasn’t carried over to Visions is the use of a big roster with branching storylines. For longtime fans, this might be a bit of a bummer, but when asked about this change, Visions of Mana producer Masaru Oyamada told me (via an interpreter) that one of the team’s goals for this installment was a more focused story. So while I couldn’t glean much about the game’s plot during my one-hour demo, there’s still hope that Visions will still deliver an engaging narrative.</p>
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<p>But my biggest takeaway from the preview is how Oyamada is trying to respect the legacy of such a storied franchise while also delivering fresh and exciting experiences for new and old players alike. Oyamada said “I really thought about the elements that I loved when I was a child, so I leaned into those feelings in order to drive decision making for the latest installment in this series.”</p>
<p>On top of that, I like how mechanics like the Ring menu are pulling double duty in this game. Oyamada told me that not only does this system act as a nod toward players familiar with the franchise, it also serves as an important accessibility tool that makes it easy to switch items and plan your attacks in the heat of battle. Meanwhile, to help the series grow and evolve, Oyamada said “We thought about the elemental aspect as something that was kind of under-utilized and under-appreciated in previous Mana games.”</p>
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<p>And with Oyamada having been in charge of the remasters for <em>Secret of Mana</em>, <em>Trials of Mana (</em>AKA Seiken Densetsu 3) and others in recent years, even though much of the original development team for the series has moved on, it’s clear Square Enix has preserved a lot of the DNA that made previous Mana games so great all those years ago.</p>
<p>In some ways, I wish this game was called Spirit of Mana, as that feels like a more appropriate title for a series whose last entry was released in 1995. Regardless, I can’t wait to play more when <em>Visions of Mana</em> officially goes on sale sometime this summer.</p>
<p>One final note is that <em>Visions of Mana</em> is slated to be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X and PC. Currently, Square Enix says that while "We are looking to support Steam Deck compatibility, we cannot confirm at this time as we are still optimizing the game."</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/visions-of-mana-preview-a-faithful-reimagination-of-a-classic-130022297.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[More YouTube creators are now making money from Shorts, the company's TikTok competitor]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>YouTube’s TikTok competitor, Shorts, is becoming a more significant part of the company’s monetization program. The company announced that <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/shorts-revenue-sharing-update/" data-original-link="https://blog.youtube/inside-youtube/shorts-revenue-sharing-update/"><ins>more than</ins></a> a quarter of channels in its Partner Program are now earning money from the short-form videos.</p>
<p>The milestone comes a little more than a year after YouTube <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/youtube-will-begin-sharing-ad-revenue-with-shorts-creators-on-february-1st-190718650.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/youtube-will-begin-sharing-ad-revenue-with-shorts-creators-on-february-1st-190718650.html"><ins>began sharing</ins></a> ad revenue with creators making Shorts. YouTube says it currently has more than 3 million creators around the world in the Partner Program, which would imply the number of Shorts creators making money from the platform is somewhere in the hundreds of thousands.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Because ads on Shorts appear between clips in a feed, revenue sharing for Shorts is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/youtube-revenue-sharing-shorts-creators-170137275.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/youtube-revenue-sharing-shorts-creators-170137275.html"><ins>structured differently</ins></a> than for longer-form content on YouTube. Ad revenue is pooled and divided among eligible creators based on factors like views and music licensing. The company has said this arrangement is far more lucrative for individuals than traditional <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-stars-creator-fund-payouts-222006327.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-stars-creator-fund-payouts-222006327.html"><ins>creator funds</ins></a>.</p>
<p>So far though, it’s unclear just how much creators are making from Shorts compared with the platform’s other monetization programs. YouTube declined to share details but said the company has paid out $70 billion to creators over the last three years.</p>
<p>Shorts’ momentum could grow even more in the coming months. TikTok, which itself has been trying to compete more directly with YouTube by encouraging <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-to-creators-make-longer-videos-get-paid-055013923.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-to-creators-make-longer-videos-get-paid-055013923.html"><ins>longer videos</ins></a>, is facing a nonzero chance that its app could<a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-case-against-the-tiktok-ban-bill-161517973.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/the-case-against-the-tiktok-ban-bill-161517973.html"><ins> be banned</ins></a> in the United States. Though that outcome is far from certain, YouTube would almost certainly attract former TikTok users and creators.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/more-youtube-creators-are-now-making-money-from-shorts-the-companys-tiktok-competitor-130017537.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0FwcGxlLU1YNTQyQU0tQS1BaXJUYWctUGFjay9kcC9CMDkzMlFKMkpaLz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1idS0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGQ5Mjk3OTktZGViMi00ZDI4LWIyYWQtNGQ2ZDg5NmU4NjQ1In0&signature=AQAAAdUeDMiOtCf6TSAU08WCe7yudXPunsUtB1fvcFKiD6ta&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FApple-MX542AM-A-AirTag-Pack%2Fdp%2FB0932QJ2JZ%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Apple-MX542AM-A-AirTag-Pack/dp/B0932QJ2JZ/">Apple's AirTag</a> is the top pick for iPhone owners in our <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-bluetooth-tracker-140028377.html">Bluetooth tracker buying guide</a> (unsurprisingly), and right now a four-pack of the little devices is down to a record low of $75 at Amazon, <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Walmart;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=3719d8d4-5edd-4817-998a-91f3229e7323&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Walmart&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy53YWxtYXJ0LmNvbS9pcC9BcHBsZS1BaXJUYWctNC1QYWNrLzQwODk5MjEyNyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGQ5Mjk3OTktZGViMi00ZDI4LWIyYWQtNGQ2ZDg5NmU4NjQ1In0&signature=AQAAAfDvryON9qu_2nNG3aIB7Wi-NW_kRbEwNNlNOs2wMnSy&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-AirTag-4-Pack%2F408992127" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Apple-AirTag-4-Pack/408992127">Walmart</a> and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Best Buy;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=5e0bed65-d2f8-4b34-9b8f-955218c0e37a&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Best+Buy&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iZXN0YnV5LmNvbS9zaXRlL2FwcGxlLWFpcnRhZy00LXBhY2stc2lsdmVyLzY0NjEzNDkucD9za3VJZD02NDYxMzQ5IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJkZDkyOTc5OS1kZWIyLTRkMjgtYjJhZC00ZDZkODk2ZTg2NDUifQ&signature=AQAAAXLmF99F1e51eygXJpYjjDT6ZBVv6X2-fuuJr8lhXwY-&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fapple-airtag-4-pack-silver%2F6461349.p%3FskuId%3D6461349" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/apple-airtag-4-pack-silver/6461349.p?skuId=6461349">Best Buy</a>. The pack previously fell to $80 earlier this week, a deal we've seen numerous times since the holiday shopping season. This new discount, however, matches the best price we've tracked, coming in $24 below Apple's list price. As long as you want to keep tabs on several items, it's also cheaper than buying four <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwOTMzQlZLNlQ_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLXYtYnUtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImRkOTI5Nzk5LWRlYjItNGQyOC1iMmFkLTRkNmQ4OTZlODY0NSJ9&signature=AQAAAYa5cd5sHNEKx42Z4WZqBx6uyHBFuF9OQDR_ALZxUpM0&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0933BVK6T" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0933BVK6T">single AirTags</a> separately, as those are currently going for $24 each.</p>
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<p>We highlight the AirTag in our guide because it can utilize Apple's giant network of devices to locate items. If you misplace an AirTag-equipped bookbag, for instance, nearby Apple devices can anonymously alert Apple's <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQuYXBwbGUuY29tL2ZpbmQtbXkiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImRkOTI5Nzk5LWRlYjItNGQyOC1iMmFkLTRkNmQ4OTZlODY0NSJ9&signature=AQAAAa2OsIk9subYfS9C2vRXpl8LkSYi3f2ydvuC1lmMvi7T&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.apple.com%2Ffind-my" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://support.apple.com/find-my">Find My network</a> when the bag is close, then the Find My app will report that location back to you. Since there are <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-sold-enough-iphones-and-services-last-quarter-to-reverse-a-downward-revenue-trend-223109289.html">more than two billion</a> iPhones, iPads, Macs and other Apple gadgets active in the wild, the odds of finding something are generally better here than with other trackers that use much smaller crowd-finding networks.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Once you're in the vicinity of a lost item, the AirTag uses a wireless connection called ultrawideband (UWB) to more <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3N1cHBvcnQuYXBwbGUuY29tL2VuLXVzLzEwOTAyMSIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGQ5Mjk3OTktZGViMi00ZDI4LWIyYWQtNGQ2ZDg5NmU4NjQ1In0&signature=AQAAAT5eom5YnHmFqDpNd_0c_naaOXz7SumS4XPTj0IkIH-b&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.apple.com%2Fen-us%2F109021" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://support.apple.com/en-us/109021">precisely lead you</a> in the right direction, displaying an arrow and distance estimate when you're nearby. The tracker has an <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IP_code#First_digit:_Solid_particle_protection">IP67 rating</a>, so it can survive a brief dip underwater, and it's one of the few Apple gadgets with an easily replaceable battery. On its own, Apple <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:10;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.apple.com/airtag/" data-original-link="https://www.apple.com/airtag/">says</a> the battery is designed to last "more than a year" before it needs changing.</p>
<p>The biggest disadvantage the AirTag has compared to competitors like Tile is that it's only available in one shape. Its coin-like design is easy to tuck away but doesn't come with a built-in keyring hole or adhesive. If you want to actually attach it to an item, you need to pay for a <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-apple-airtag-cases-holders-accessories-123036404.html">separate accessory</a>.</p>
<p>It's also worth noting that AirTags aren't designed to find <em>stolen </em>items. They could help with that, but if your AirTag is found moving with someone else, that person will <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:12;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212227" data-original-link="https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212227">receive an alert</a> telling them so. This feature is meant to hinder those who might use AirTags for stalking, which <a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.vice.com/en/article/y3vj3y/apple-airtags-police-reports-stalking-harassment">has been</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/30/technology/apple-airtags-tracking-stalking.html">an unfortunate</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/05/05/apple-airtags-stalking/">side effect</a> of the device's effectiveness. That said, both <a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-airtags-privacy-update-193102233.html">Apple</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-rolls-out-anti-stalking-measures-for-airtag-and-other-bluetooth-trackers-194936293.html">Google</a> have issued <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-update-hidden-airtags-easier-to-locate-092003140.html">updates</a> to further combat bad actors. As a bit of extra security against losing your stuff, the AirTag works well, and this deal makes it a little more accessible. There should be no worry about a new model coming anytime soon, either, as a <a data-i13n="cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-01-07/apple-2024-plans-challenges-gen-ai-vision-pro-china-sales-app-store-changes-lr3k9p8p"><em>Bloomberg</em> report</a> earlier this year said a second-generation device isn't expected until 2025.</p>
<p>If you own a Samsung Galaxy phone, meanwhile, we'll note that a four-pack of <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2dwL3Byb2R1Y3QvQjBDQ0JQM1hOOD90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1idS0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGQ5Mjk3OTktZGViMi00ZDI4LWIyYWQtNGQ2ZDg5NmU4NjQ1In0&signature=AQAAASZeNqrewPOZ_WVWM2VAYFkEZTD_gz9YXHksb1WCYCQN&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB0CCBP3XN8" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CCBP3XN8?th=1">Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag 2</a> is also on sale for an all-time low of $70 at Amazon and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:B&H Photo;elmt:;cpos:21;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=B%26H+Photo&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iaHBob3RvdmlkZW8uY29tL2MvcHJvZHVjdC8xNzkxNjE3LVJFRy9zYW1zdW5nX2VpX3Q1NjAwa3dlZ3VzX3NtYXJ0dGFnMl80X3BhY2suaHRtbCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZGQ5Mjk3OTktZGViMi00ZDI4LWIyYWQtNGQ2ZDg5NmU4NjQ1In0&signature=AQAAASE1TsTu1qFzWvnYN6k6EsXu_zHYJwifI2OpsipUAHOq&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1791617-REG%2Fsamsung_ei_t5600kwegus_smarttag2_4_pack.html" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1791617-REG/samsung_ei_t5600kwegus_smarttag2_4_pack.html">B&H</a>. This is another pick in our buying guide: It's not quite as precise as an AirTag and only works with Samsung phones, but it's easy to setup, it has a built-in cutout and it works similarly if you're a committed Galaxy user.</p>
<p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:22;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on Twitter and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:23;pos:1" href="https://subscription.yahoo.net/Newsletter/Preference/sub?b=engadgetdeals&src"><em>subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter</em></a><em> for the latest tech deals and buying advice.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/a-four-pack-of-apple-airtags-is-down-to-its-lowest-price-yet-of-75-161510542.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Morning After: Hulu officially joins Disney+]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>A month after taking full ownership of Hulu last November, Disney started beta testing integration with Disney+. Today, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/hulu-on-disney-officially-launches-bringing-together-mickey-mouse-and-the-handmaids-tale-152114434.html">Hulu on Disney+ is officially out of beta</a>, making it easy for subscribers to access content for both services. It’s also a way for Disney to push its Hulu bundle, which starts at $9.99 a month with ads. And if you want to go ad-free and download content for offline viewing, there’s the Duo Premium bundle for $19.99 a month.</p>
<p>All your favorite Hulu content is in its own tab, but the big shows (like <em>Shogun</em>) will feature in the main show carousel too. However, if you’re a long-running Hulu viewer, you’ll lose your viewing progress on things you’ve already watched or half-watched.</p>
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<h2><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/anti-trans-hate-is-widespread-on-facebook-instagram-and-threads-report-warns-215538151.html">Anti-trans hate is ‘widespread’ on Facebook, Instagram and Threads, report warns</a></h2>
<h3>GLAAD found plenty of policy violations where Meta took no action.</h3>
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<p>Surprise! Meta is failing to enforce its own rules against anti-trans hate speech on its platforms. GLAAD warns that “extreme anti-trans hate content remains widespread across Instagram, Facebook and Threads.” It reported on dozens of examples of hate speech from Meta’s apps, between June 2023 and March 2024. Despite the posts clearly violating Meta’s policies, the company either claimed “posts were not violative or simply did not take action on them,” according to GLAAD. The group also shared two examples of posts from Threads, Meta’s newest app where the company has tried to<a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-limits-political-content-recommendations-on-instagram-and-threads-123033533.html"> <ins>tamp down</ins></a> “political” content and other “<a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-is-blocking-potentially-sensitive-topics-from-threads-search-231028963.html"><ins>potentially sensitive</ins></a>” topics.</p>
<p>GLAAD’s report isn’t the first time Meta’s been criticized for not protecting LGBTQIA+ users. Last year, its own Oversight Board<a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.oversightboard.com/decision/FB-UK2RUS24"> <ins>urged Meta</ins></a> to “improve the accuracy of its enforcement on hate speech towards the LGBTQIA+ community.”</p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/anti-trans-hate-is-widespread-on-facebook-instagram-and-threads-report-warns-215538151.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>
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<h2><a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/marvel-rivals-is-a-new-overwatch-like-team-shooter-150021430.html">Marvel Rivals is a new Overwatch-like team shooter</a></h2>
<h3>You can play as Black Panther, Spider-Man, Magneto and more.</h3>
<a href="https://www.engadget.com/marvel-rivals-is-a-new-overwatch-like-team-shooter-150021430.html"><figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/1a086670-ece8-11ee-975b-648382e0676a" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/1a086670-ece8-11ee-975b-648382e0676a" style="height:381px;width:675px;" alt="TMA" data-uuid="73c9d820-b652-3621-92b0-403954cdd0f2"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Marvel Games</div></figure></a>
<p><em>Marvel Rivals</em> is a third-person 6v6 team-based shooter that sounds very Overwatch-like. It’ll be free to play, and it’s set inside of a “continually evolving universe,” which probably means new levels, new characters and new gameplay modes over time. Testers will be able to play as Spider-Man, Black Panther, Magneto, Magik and eight or nine more unannounced characters. The developers added Rocket Raccoon, Groot, Hulk and Iron Man would also eventually be playable. The alpha will be available in May for PC players. There’s no word on a console release.</p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/marvel-rivals-is-a-new-overwatch-like-team-shooter-150021430.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>
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<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><h2><a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/eight-years-after-launch-no-mans-sky-gets-computer-generated-space-stations-that-are-different-each-time-140030734.html">No Man’s Sky gets computer-generated space stations</a></h2>
<h3>Eight years after launch.</h3>
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<p>Yes, <em>No Man’s Sky</em> is still getting major updates. Developer Hello Games’ next update, due Wednesday, adds procedurally generated space stations (so they’ll be different every time), a ship editor and a Guild system to the nearly eight-year-old space exploration sim. The stations’ broader scale will be evident from the outside, while their interiors will include new shops, gameplay and things to do, including interacting with all those guilds.</p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/eight-years-after-launch-no-mans-sky-gets-computer-generated-space-stations-that-are-different-each-time-140030734.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-hulu-officially-joins-disney-plus-111523594.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Microsoft may be working on a cheaper, disc-free Xbox Series X]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Microsoft may be working on a white version of its current all-digital Xbox Series X console, according to leaked images reported by <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://exputer.com/news/xbox/white-digital-xbox-series-x-photos/"><em>Exputer</em></a><em> </em>and documents seen by <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/27/24114048/microsoft-xbox-series-x-white-digital-edition-leak-rumor"><em>The Verge</em></a>. The design appears to be identical to the current black disc version (<em>sans</em> the disc slot) and has the same "robot white" finish as the white Xbox Series S. If accurate, the news may mean delays to a <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/huge-leak-reveals-microsoft-will-launch-an-all-digital-xbox-series-x-and-new-gyro-controller-090442796.html">rumored</a> Xbox Series X refresh that carriesas a different design. </p>
<p>It's not the first time rumors of a white all-digital Xbox Series X have leaked out. Last month, <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://exputer.com/exputer/all-digital-white-xbox-series-x-development/"><em>Exputer</em></a> also reported that Microsoft planned to release a white, all-digital Xbox Series X sometime between June and July 2024, with a retail price $50 to $100 lower than the current Xbox Series X. </p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Last year, a <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/huge-leak-reveals-microsoft-will-launch-an-all-digital-xbox-series-x-and-new-gyro-controller-090442796.html">large leak</a> indicated that Microsoft would launch an all-digital Xbox Series X with a new cylindrical design, arriving in November of 2024 for $500. The device, code-named Brooklin, was tipped to come with Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C front port, an all-new southbridge and a 6-nanometer die shrink. That would allow for a reduced (15 percent) power draw, a new low-power standby mode and increased use of recycled plastic. </p>
<p>Much of the news around Brooklin was effectively refuted by Xbox boss Phil Spencer shortly after the leak, though. He implied that it was based on early planning and no longer accurate. "It's hard to see our team's work shared in this way because so much has changed and there's so much to be excited about right now and in the future," he stated <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/XboxP3/status/1704233222752571842">in an X post.</a> "We will share the real plans when we are ready." </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-may-be-working-on-a-cheaper-disc-free-xbox-series-x-104021193.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Twitch bans streams overlaid on boobs and butts]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>No more <em>Fortnite</em> Twitch streams on butts. I said what I said. If you're out of the loop on all things Twitch, there's a trend going around of streamers projecting their gameplays on green-screened body parts, usually intimate ones like butts and breasts. Because normal picture-in-picture is now apparently too boring. Twitch is putting a stop to its streamers' shenanigans, though, and will <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://safety.twitch.tv/s/article/Community-Guidelines?language=en_US#20SexualContent">officially prohibit</a> "content that focuses on clothed intimate body parts such as the buttocks, groin, or breasts for extended periods of time" starting on March 29.</p>
<div id="4acb2d50f24b48f2b8f4a51c1a3e7535"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Our Community Guidelines are designed to help make Twitch a welcoming place. Content on Twitch is always evolving, and we want to make sure our rules work as intended and keep up with emerging behaviors. When needed, we make updates to our rules to capture those shifts in…</p>— Twitch Support (@TwitchSupport) <a href="https://twitter.com/TwitchSupport/status/1773045278821564914?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 27, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>In a writeup on the trend, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://kotaku.com/twitch-streamer-morgpie-new-meta-boob-butt-fortnite-1851346038"><em>Kotaku</em></a> explained that it all started when controversial streamer Morgpie projected her <em>Fortnite</em> gaming session on a closeup of her behind. After that, other streamers followed suit, overlaying their games on body parts both real and fictional, like anime thighs or <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/MaiRubeee/status/1769664949687644255">anime boobs</a> breasting boobily on screen while they're playing. Now, boobs and butts streaming is out. Don't get caught up on the "clothed intimate body parts" wording, as well — of course, their unclothed versions are also prohibited, as per Twitch's policy that doesn't allow users to broadcast or upload "content that contains depictions of real or fictional nudity, regardless of the medium used to create it."</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Twitch had previously revised its guidelines due to Morgpie's activities on its platform. The streamer went live with a well-positioned camera that suggested she was gaming topless, shortly after Twitch relaxed its rules for sexual content on the platform. It gave rise to a meta of streamers pretending to be unclothed, prompting the platform to <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/twitch-rescinds-policy-that-allowed-artistic-nudity-171140189.html">rescind</a> those policy changes and ultimately to <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/twitch-re-revises-its-guidelines-to-ban-the-implication-of-nudity-201037204.html">bar users from pretending</a> to be fully or partially nude in their streams. </p>
<div id="b431130dfa7b473581e244b1f426d550"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I’ve officially seen it all 💀<a href="https://t.co/gZ96jSa3hD">pic.twitter.com/gZ96jSa3hD</a></p>— ryan 🤿 (@scubaryan_) <a href="https://twitter.com/scubaryan_/status/1769076353154875842?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 16, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Gaming laptops are the true Transformers of the PC world: They’re powerful enough to play your favorite titles, but you can also harness their speed for media creation or extreme multitasking, like streaming high-resolution gameplay to Twitch. Today, you can even find a few that weight less than the smallest MacBook Pro, making them solid options for <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-laptops-120008636.html">daily drivers</a> as well. For the demanding <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/hackers-gave-pro-players-cheats-during-eas-north-american-finals-of-apex-legends-122102739.html"><em>Apex Legends</em></a> player, or the power user just looking for a capable GPU to handle video encoding, it’ll be easier than ever to find the best gaming laptop to suit your needs — but sorting through the seemingly endless number of options can be taxing. We've tested and reviewed plenty of gaming laptops and we continue to do so as new models become available. Here, we outline our top picks for the best gaming laptops, along with everything you need to know before purchasing one.</p>
<h2>What to look for in a gaming laptop</h2>
<h3>Price </h3>
<p>Your laptop buying journey starts and ends with the amount of money you're willing to spend. No surprise there. The good news: There are plenty of options for gamers of every <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-budget-gaming-laptop-130004199.html">budget</a>. In particular, we're seeing some great entry-level PC gaming choices under $1,000, like Dell's G15 lineup. A cheap gaming laptop in this price range will definitely feel a bit flimsier than pricier models, and they'll likely skimp on RAM, storage and overall power. But most cheaper laptops should be able to handle the majority of video games running at 1080p at 60 frames per second, which is the bare minimum you'd want from any system.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Things get interesting when you start looking at the best gaming laptops in the mid-range space, with prices at $1,000 and higher. At that point, you'll start finding PCs like the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/asus-zephyrus-g14-review-amd-ryzen-radeon-173016459.html">ASUS Zephyrus ROG G14</a>, one of our favorite gaming notebooks. In general, you can look forward to far better build quality than <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-budget-gaming-laptop-130004199.html">budget gaming laptops</a> (metal cases!), improved graphics power and enough RAM and storage space to handle the most demanding games. These are the gaming machines we'd recommend for most people, as they'll keep you gaming and working for years before you need to worry about an upgrade.</p>
<p>If you're willing to spend around $1,800 or more, you can start considering more premium options like Razer's Blade. Expect impeccably polished cases, the fastest hardware on the market, and ridiculously thin designs. The sky's the limit here: Alienware's uber customizable Area 51m is an enormous beast that can cost up to $4,700. Few people need a machine that high-end, but if you're a gamer with extra cash to burn, it may be worth taking a close look at some of these pricier systems.</p>
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<h3><br>CPU and GPU</h3>
<p>The answer to this question used to be relatively simple: Just get an Intel chip with an NVIDIA GPU. But over the last few years AMD has stepped up its game with its Ryzen notebook processors, which are better suited for juggling multiple tasks at once (like streaming to Twitch while blasting fools in Fortnite). Intel responded with its impressive 12th and 13th-gen chips, but it’s nice to have decent Ryzen AMD alternatives available, especially since they’re often cheaper than comparable Intel models.</p>
<p>When it comes to video cards, though, AMD is still catching up. Its Radeon RX 6000M GPU has been a fantastic performer in notebooks like <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/asus-rog-strix-g15-advantage-review-amd-radeon-rx-6000m-120031416.html">ASUS’s ROG Strix G15</a>, but it lags behind NVIDIA when it comes to newer features like ray tracing. (We’re still waiting to test AMD’s new Radeon 7000 series mobile graphics.) At the very least, a Radeon-powered notebook can approach the general gaming performance of the NVIDIA RTX 3070 and 3080 GPUs.</p>
<p>If you want to future-proof your purchase, or you’re just eager to see how much better ray tracing can make your games look, you’re probably better off with an NVIDIA video card. They’re in far more systems, and it’s clear that they have better optimized ray tracing technology. NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPUs also feature the company’s DLSS technology, which uses AI to upscale games to higher resolutions. That’ll let you play a game like <em>Destiny 2</em> in 4K with faster frame rates. That’s useful if you’re trying to take advantage of a high refresh rate monitor.</p>
<p>You’ll still find plenty of laptops with NVIDIA’s older RTX 30-series GPUs these days, and they’ll still give you tremendous performance. But to be safe, it’s probably worth opting for the newer RTX 40-series systems, since they support the newer DLSS 3 technology and offer a wealth of performance upgrades. (If you’re looking out for the best deals, you can probably find some killer RTX 3070 laptops out there.) The entry-level RTX 4050 is a solid start, but we’d suggest going for a 4060 or 4070 if you’re aiming to maximize your framerates on faster screens. The RTX 4080 and RTX 4090 are both incredibly powerful, but they typically make systems far too expensive for most users.</p>
<p>It’s worth noting that NVIDIA’s mobile graphics cards aren’t directly comparable to its more powerful desktop hardware. PC makers can also tweak voltages to make gaming performance better in a thinner case. Basically, these laptops may not be desktop replacements — don’t be surprised if you see notebooks that perform very differently, even if they’re all equipped with the same GPU.</p>
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<h3><br>Screen and refresh rate</h3>
<p>Screen size is a good place to start when judging gaming notebooks. In general, 15-inch laptops will be the best balance of immersion and portability, while larger 17-inch models are heftier, but naturally give you more screen real estate. There are some 13-inch gaming notebooks, like the Razer Blade Stealth, but paradoxically you'll often end up paying more for those than slightly larger 15-inch options. We’re also seeing plenty of 14-inch options, like the Zephyrus G14 and Blade 14, which are generally beefier than 13-inch laptops while still being relatively portable.</p>
<p>But these days, there is plenty to consider beyond screen size. For one: refresh rates. Most monitors refresh their screens vertically 60 times per second, or at 60Hz. That's a standard in use since black and white NTSC TVs. But over the past few years, displays have evolved considerably. Now, 120Hz 1080p screens are the bare minimum you'd want in any gaming notebook — and there are faster 144Hz, 240Hz and even 360Hz panels. All of this is in the service of one thing: making everything on your display look as smooth as possible.</p>
<p>For games, higher refresh rates also help eliminate screen tearing and other artifacts that could get in the way of your frag fest. And for everything else, it just leads to a better viewing experience. Even scrolling a web page on a 120Hz or faster monitor is starkly different from a 60Hz screen. Instead of seeing a jittery wall of text and pictures, everything moves seamlessly, as if you're unwinding a glossy paper magazine. Going beyond 120Hz makes gameplay look even more responsive, which to some players gives them a slight advantage.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2020-08/821d1030-e936-11ea-9d7f-aed162772f3d" alt="Gigabyte Aero 15"><figcaption>Steve Dent/Engadget </figcaption></figure>
<p>Not to make things more complicated, but you should also keep an eye out for NVIDIA's G-SYNC and AMD's FreeSync. They're both adaptive sync technologies that can match your screen's refresh rate with the framerate of your game. That also helps to reduce screen tearing and make gameplay smoother. Consider them nice bonuses on top of a high refresh rate monitor; they're not necessary, but they can still offer a slight visual improvement.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong></p>
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<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-laptops-120008636.html"><strong>Best Laptops for 2023</strong></a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-affordable-windows-laptops-123000512.html"><strong>Best Cheap Windows Laptops</strong></a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-2-in-1-laptops-173038508.html"><strong>Best 2-in-1 Laptops for 2023</strong></a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-chromebooks-160054646.html"><strong>Best Chromebooks</strong></a></p></li>
<li><p><a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-laptops-for-students-130054631.html"><strong>Best Laptops for College Students</strong></a></p></li>
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<p>One more thing: Most of these suggestions are related to LCD screens, not OLEDs. While OLED makes a phenomenal choice for TVs, it's a bit more complicated when it comes to gaming laptops. They're mostly limited to 60Hz, though some models offer 90Hz. Still, you won’t see the smoothness of a 120Hz or 144Hz screen. OLEDs also typically come as 4K or 3.5K panels – you'll need a ton of GPU power to run games natively at that resolution. They look incredible, with the best black levels and contrast on the market, but we think most gamers would be better off with an LCD.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2020-08/7a4d3480-e935-11ea-9ffa-4c77ce132136" alt="ASUS ROG G14"><figcaption>Devindra Hardawar/Engadget </figcaption></figure>
<h3><br>Other things to remember when buying a gaming laptop:</h3>
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<li><p>Get at least 16GB of RAM. And if you're planning to do a ton of multitasking while streaming, 32GB is worth considering.</p></li>
<li><p>Storage is still a huge concern. These days, I'd recommend aiming for a 1TB M.2 SSD, which should be enough space to juggle a few large titles like Destiny 2. (If you can afford the jump to a 2TB SSD though, just do it.) Some laptops also have room for standard SATA hard drives, which are far cheaper than M.2's and can hold more data.</p></li>
<li><p>Get your hands on a system before you buy it. I'd recommend snagging the best gaming laptop for you from a retailer with a simple return policy, like Amazon or Best Buy. If you don't like it, you can always ship it back easily.</p></li>
<li><p>Don't forget about accessories! For the best performance, you'll need<a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2018-03-16-the-best-gaming-mouse.html"> a good mouse</a>,<a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2018-12-06-how-to-buy-gaming-keyboard-2018.html"> keyboard </a>and <a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-09-16-how-to-buy-a-gaming-headset.html">headphones</a>.</p></li>
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<h2>How we test gaming laptops</h2>
<p>We review gaming laptops with the same amount of rigor as we approach traditional notebooks. We test build quality by checking cases for any undesirable flexible spots, as well as the strength of screen hinges during furious typing and <em>Halo Infinite</em> sessions. We benchmark every gaming notebook with PCMark 10, a variety of 3DMark tests, Cinebench and Geekbench. We also use NVIDIA’s Frameview app to measure the average framerates in <em>Cyberpunk 2077</em>, <em>Halo Infinite</em> and other titles. For media creation, we transcode a 4K movie clip into 1080p using Handbrake’s CPU and GPU encoding options.</p>
<p>Displays are tested under indoor and outdoor lighting with productivity apps, video playback and gameplay. We also try to stress the full refresh rate of every gaming notebook’s screen by benchmarking <em>Halo Infinite</em>, <em>Overwatch 2</em> and other titles. Laptop speakers are judged by how well they can play back music, movies and the occasional game session with detail and clarity, and without any obvious distortion.</p>
<p>When it comes to battery life, we see how long gaming systems last with a mixture of real-world productivity apps and gameplay, and we also test with PCMark 10’s “Modern office” battery test. In addition, we’re judging the quality of a machine’s keyboard with typing tests as well as relative accuracy and comfort during extended gaming sessions.</p>
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<h2>Other gaming laptops we’ve tested</h2>
<h3>Framework Laptop 16</h3>
<p>We were eager to test the <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/framework-laptop-16-review-modular-wonder-mediocre-gaming-laptop-150026910.html">Framework Laptop 16</a> since it promised both modular customizability and a decent amount of gaming power. But while we appreciated just how repairable and upgradeable it is, its actual gaming performance was middling for its high price. You could always buy it without the additional GPU, but that makes it more of a daily workhorse than a gaming system.</p>
<h3>MSI Stealth Studio 14</h3>
<p>On a brighter note, we were pleased to see MSI return to form with the <a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/msi-stealth-14-studio-review-a-redesign-done-right-123028890.html">Stealth Studio 14</a>, which is far faster and more attractive than the previous model.</p>
<h3>Razer Blade 16 and 18</h3>
<p>We were amazed to see a genuine 4K/1080p native screen in the <a data-i13n="cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/razer-blade-16-review-4k-1080p-miniled-screen-151100229.html">Razer Blade 16</a>, but it’s far too expensive and impractical, even for such a pricey brand. Similarly, we found the <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/razer-blade-18-review-specs-price-overpowered-and-oversized-133044127.html">Razer Blade 18</a> to be both oversized and overpriced.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-gaming-laptops-172033838.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>It's been five months since President Joe Biden <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sweeping-white-house-ai-executive-order-takes-aim-at-the-technologys-toughest-challenges-090008655.html">signed an executive order</a> (EO) to address the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence. The White House is today taking another step forward in implementing the EO with a policy that aims to regulate the federal government's use of AI. Safeguards that the agencies must have in place include, among other things, ways to mitigate the risk of algorithmic bias.</p>
<p>"I believe that all leaders from government, civil society and the private sector have a moral, ethical and societal duty to make sure that artificial intelligence is adopted and advanced in a way that protects the public from potential harm while ensuring everyone is able to enjoy its benefits," Vice President Kamala Harris told reporters on a press call.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Harris announced three binding requirements under a new Office of Management and Budget (OMB) policy. First, agencies will need to ensure that any AI tools they use "do not endanger the rights and safety of the American people." They have until December 1 to make sure they have in place "concrete safeguards" to make sure that AI systems they're employing don't impact Americans' safety or rights. Otherwise, the agency will have to stop using an AI product unless its leaders can justify that scrapping the system would have an "unacceptable" impact on critical operations.</p>
<h2>Impact on Americans' rights and safety</h2>
<p>Per the policy, an AI system is deemed to impact safety if it "is used or expected to be used, in real-world conditions, to control or significantly influence the outcomes of" certain activities and decisions. Those include maintaining election integrity and voting infrastructure; controlling critical safety functions of infrastructure like water systems, emergency services and electrical grids; autonomous vehicles; and operating the physical movements of robots in "a workplace, school, housing, transportation, medical or law enforcement setting."</p>
<p>Unless they have appropriate safeguards in place or can otherwise justify their use, agencies will also have to ditch AI systems that infringe on the rights of Americans. Purposes that the policy presumes to impact rights defines include predictive policing; social media monitoring for law enforcement; detecting plagiarism in schools; blocking or limiting protected speech; detecting or measuring human emotions and thoughts; pre-employment screening; and "replicating a person’s likeness or voice without express consent."</p>
<p>When it comes to <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/generative-ai/">generative AI</a>, the policy stipulates that agencies should assess potential benefits. They all also need to "establish adequate safeguards and oversight mechanisms that allow generative AI to be used in the agency without posing undue risk."</p>
<h2>Transparency requirements</h2>
<p>The second requirement will force agencies to be transparent about the AI systems they're using. "Today, President Biden and I are requiring that every year, US government agencies publish online a list of their AI systems, an assessment of the risks those systems might pose and how those risks are being managed," Harris said. </p>
<p>As part of this effort, agencies will need to publish government-owned AI code, models and data, as long as doing so won't harm the public or government operations. If an agency can't disclose specific AI use cases for sensitivity reasons, they'll still have to report metrics</p>
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<p>Last but not least, federal agencies will need to have internal oversight of their AI use. That includes each department appointing a chief AI officer to oversee all of an agency's use of AI. "This is to make sure that AI is used responsibly, understanding that we must have senior leaders across our government who are specifically tasked with overseeing AI adoption and use," Harris noted. Many agencies will also need to have AI governance boards in place by May 27.</p>
<p>The vice president added that prominent figures from the public and private sectors (including civil rights leaders and computer scientists) helped shape the policy along with business leaders and legal scholars.</p>
<p>The OMB suggests that, by adopting the safeguards, the Transportation Security Administration may have to let airline travelers opt out of facial recognition scans without losing their place in line or face a delay. It also suggests that there should be human oversight over things like AI fraud detection and diagnostics decisions in the federal healthcare system.</p>
<p>As you might imagine, government agencies are already using AI systems in a variety of ways. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is working on artificial intelligence models to help it more accurately forecast extreme weather, floods and wildfires, while the Federal Aviation Administration is using a system to help manage air traffic in major metropolitan areas to improve travel time.</p>
<p>"AI presents not only risk, but also a tremendous opportunity to improve public services and make progress on societal challenges like addressing climate change, improving public health and advancing equitable economic opportunity," OMB Director Shalanda Young told reporters. "When used and overseen responsibly, AI can help agencies to reduce wait times for critical government services to improve accuracy and expand access to essential public services."</p>
<p>This policy is the latest in a string of efforts to regulate the fast-evolving realm of AI. While the European Union has <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/eu-regulators-pass-the-planets-first-sweeping-ai-regulations-190654561.html">passed a sweeping set of rules for AI use in the bloc</a>, and there are <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3369">federal bills</a> <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/3205">in the pipeline</a>, efforts to regulate AI in the US have taken more of a patchwork approach at state level. This month, Utah <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://kmyu.tv/news/local/new-utah-law-protects-consumers-from-artificial-intelligence-fraud-technology-protecting-consumers-potential-scams-chatbot-human-interaction-governor-spencer-cox">enacted a law</a> to protect consumers from AI fraud. In Tennessee, the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security Act (aka the Elvis Act — seriously) is <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/elvis-act-tennessee-signed-ai-impersonation-1234992395/">an attempt</a> to protect musicians from deepfakes i.e. having their voices <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/copyright-in-spotlight-after-streaming-platforms-pull-ai-generated-drake-song-183513972.html">cloned without permission</a>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-white-house-lays-out-extensive-ai-guidelines-for-the-federal-government-090058684.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/27/24097042/right-to-repair-law-oregon-sb1596-parts-pairing-tina-kotek-signed">signed the state's Right to Repair bill into law</a>, and it even comes with a provision that potentially makes it stronger than <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/californias-right-to-repair-bill-is-now-californias-right-to-repair-law-232526782.html">California's</a> and Minnesota's versions. It's the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2024R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB1596/Introduced">first to prohibit</a> (PDF) a practice called "parts pairing," which requires the use of certain proprietary components for repair. Parts pairing prevents third-party repair services from replacing a broken component with one that didn't come from the brand itself, because it wouldn't work with the company's software. People would usually get error messages if they try to install an unauthorized part, forcing them to buy from the company itself. </p>
<p>Under the new rules, preventing an independent provider from installing off-brand parts is prohibited. As is reducing the performance of a device that had been fixed with an unauthorized component. Even those error messages and warnings are not allowed. The ban on parts pairing doesn't cover devices that are already out, though, and will only be applicate for anything manufactured after January 1, 2025.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>While manufacturers like Apple seem to have changed their tune in recent years and now <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-will-honor-californias-right-to-repair-rules-nationwide-062704819.html">generally support</a> the Right to Repair movement, Oregon's parts pairing provision was still a point of contention. Apple senior manager John Perry told lawmakers in a testimony that his company "agrees with the vast majority of Senate Bill 1596." However, it's <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/27/oregon-signs-right-to-repair-into-law/">also worried about</a> the security implications of allowing the use of unauthorized parts, such as biometric sensors, for replacement. </p>
<p>Regardless, the ban on parts pairing is now a rule under Oregon's law, along with making compatible parts available to device owners through the company or authorized service providers for favorable prices and without any "substantial" conditions. Companies are also required to make documentation on how to fix their devices, as well as any special tools needed to repair them, available to repair shops. These rules will apply to all phones sold after July 1, 2021 and to other consumer electronic devices sold after July 1, 2015. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/oregons-right-to-repair-bill-is-now-a-law-064955635.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Anti-trans hate is ‘widespread’ on Facebook, Instagram and Threads, report warns]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Meta is failing to enforce its own rules against anti-trans hate speech on its platform, a <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://glaad.org/smsi/report-meta-fails-to-moderate-extreme-anti-trans-hate-across-facebook-instagram-and-threads/" data-original-link="https://glaad.org/smsi/report-meta-fails-to-moderate-extreme-anti-trans-hate-across-facebook-instagram-and-threads/">new report</a> from GLAAD warns. The LGBTQ advocacy group found that “extreme anti-trans hate content remains widespread across Instagram, Facebook, and Threads.”</p>
<p>The report documents dozens of examples of hate speech from Meta’s apps, which GLAAD says were reported to the company between June 2023 and March 2024. But though the posts appeared to be clear violations of the company’s policies, “Meta either replied that posts were not violative or simply did not take action on them,” GLAAD says.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The reported content included posts with anti-trans slurs, violent and dehumanizing language and promotions for conversion therapy, all of which are barred under Meta’s rules. GLAAD also notes that some of the posts it reported came from influential accounts with large audiences on Facebook and Instagram. GLAAD also shared two examples of posts from Threads, Meta’s newest app where the company has tried to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-limits-political-content-recommendations-on-instagram-and-threads-123033533.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/meta-limits-political-content-recommendations-on-instagram-and-threads-123033533.html">tamp down</a> “political” content and other “<a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-is-blocking-potentially-sensitive-topics-from-threads-search-231028963.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/meta-is-blocking-potentially-sensitive-topics-from-threads-search-231028963.html">potentially sensitive</a>” topics.</p>
<p>“The company’s ongoing failure to enforce their own policies against anti-LGBTQ, and especially anti-trans hate, is simply unacceptable,” GLAAD’s CEO and President Sarah Kate Ellis said in <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://twitter.com/glaad/status/1772977714183524382" data-original-link="https://twitter.com/glaad/status/1772977714183524382">a statement</a>.</p>
<p>Meta didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment. But GLAAD’s report isn’t the first time the company has faced criticism for its handling of content targeting the LGBTQ community. Last year the Oversight Board <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.oversightboard.com/decision/FB-UK2RUS24" data-original-link="https://www.oversightboard.com/decision/FB-UK2RUS24">urged</a> Meta to “improve the accuracy of its enforcement on hate speech towards the LGBTQIA+ community.”</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/anti-trans-hate-is-widespread-on-facebook-instagram-and-threads-report-warns-215538151.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Israel’s military reportedly used Google Photos to identify civilians in Gaza]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><em>The New York Times</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/27/technology/israel-facial-recognition-gaza.html" data-original-link="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/27/technology/israel-facial-recognition-gaza.html">reports</a> that Israel’s military intelligence has been using an experimental facial recognition program in Gaza that’s misidentified Palestinian civilians as having ties to Hamas. <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-photos-has-new-ai-powered-features-to-clean-up-your-library-204512642.html">Google Photos</a> allegedly plays a part in the chilling program’s implementation, although it appears not to be through any direct collaboration with the company.</p>
<p>The surveillance program reportedly started as a way to search for Israeli hostages in Gaza. However, as often happens with new wartime technology, the initiative was quickly expanded to “root out anyone with ties to Hamas or other militant groups,” according to <em>The NYT</em>. The technology is flawed, but Israeli soldiers reportedly haven’t treated it as such when detaining civilians flagged by the system.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>According to intelligence officers who spoke to <em>The NYT</em>, the program uses tech from the private Israeli company Corsight. Headquartered in Tel Aviv, it promises its surveillance systems can accurately recognize people with less than half of their faces exposed. It can supposedly be effective even with “extreme angles, (even from drones) darkness, and poor quality.”</p>
<p>But an officer in Israel’s Unit 8200 learned that, in reality, it often struggled with grainy, obscured or injured faces. According to the official, Corsight’s tech included false positives and cases where an accurately identified Palestinian was incorrectly flagged as having Hamas ties.</p>
<p>Three Israeli officers told <em>The NYT</em> that its military used Google Photos to supplement Corsight’s tech. Intelligence officials allegedly uploaded data containing known persons of interest to Google’s service, allowing them to use the app’s photo search feature to flag them among its surveillance materials. One officer said Google’s ability to match partially obscured faces was superior to Corsight’s, but they continued using the latter because it was “customizable.”</p>
<p>When contacted for a statement, a Google spokesperson reiterated to Engadget that the product only groups faces from images you’ve added to your library. “Google Photos is a free product which is widely available to the public that helps you organize photos by grouping similar faces, so you can label people to easily find old photos. It does not provide identities for unknown people in photographs,” they wrote.</p>
<p>One man erroneously detained through the surveillance program was poet Mosab Abu Toha, who told <em>The NYT</em> he was pulled aside at a military checkpoint in northern Gaza as his family tried to flee to Egypt. He was then allegedly handcuffed and blindfolded, and then beaten and interrogated for two days before finally being returned. He said soldiers told him before his release that his questioning (and then some) had been a “mistake.”</p>
<p>The <em>Things You May Find Hidden in My Ear: Poems From Gaza</em> scribe said he has no connection to Hamas and wasn’t aware of an Israeli facial recognition program in Gaza. However, during his detention, he said he overheard someone saying the Israeli army had used a “new technology” on the group with whom he was incarcerated.</p>
<p><strong>Update, March 27, 2024, 4:32 PM ET</strong>: This story has been updated to add a statement to Engadget from Google.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/israels-military-reportedly-used-google-photos-to-identify-civilians-in-gaza-200843298.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>We consider Apple's newest <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1gyMlpXMVQ_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLXYtYzAtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6Ijk1YTdhNWFlLTIzNDAtNGFkMy1iOTk3LTIxZTMyNTJmNjcyNCJ9&signature=AQAAAWPhL4lY6RFz4Oxq0Vrr1oNO3uxqMgM8_nkCzfkPglth&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CX22ZW1T" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CX22ZW1T">MacBook Air</a> to be the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-laptops-120008636.html">best laptop for most people</a>, and it's now dropped to a new low of $999 at <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1gyMlpXMVQ_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLXYtYzAtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6Ijk1YTdhNWFlLTIzNDAtNGFkMy1iOTk3LTIxZTMyNTJmNjcyNCJ9&signature=AQAAAWPhL4lY6RFz4Oxq0Vrr1oNO3uxqMgM8_nkCzfkPglth&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CX22ZW1T" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CX22ZW1T">Amazon</a> and <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:B&H Photo;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=B%26H+Photo&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iaHBob3RvdmlkZW8uY29tL2MvcHJvZHVjdC8xODE0OTc3LVJFRy9hcHBsZV9tcnh2M2xsX2FfMTNfNl9tYWNib29rX2Fpcl9tMy5odG1sIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI5NWE3YTVhZS0yMzQwLTRhZDMtYjk5Ny0yMWUzMjUyZjY3MjQifQ&signature=AQAAAQbMjcexTWq0qYVyJ0y8JNL-1pWT3ETvT3iYt03yTynl&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1814977-REG%2Fapple_mrxv3ll_a_13_6_macbook_air_m3.html" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1814977-REG/apple_mrxv3ll_a_13_6_macbook_air_m3.html">B&H</a>. This discount is for the entry-level 13-inch model, so you'll have to make do with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, but it's $100 less than buying from Apple directly and $50 less than the sale <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-best-amazon-big-spring-sale-tech-deals-on-airpods-apple-watches-macbooks-ipads-and-more-110027642.html">price we've seen</a> on Amazon for the past couple of weeks. Just note that the deal only applies to the Midnight and Space Gray finishes, and that Amazon's listing is showing a shipping delay. B&H says the offer will run through March 28.</p>
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<p>A few other configurations are also on sale. For one, B&H has <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:B&H Photo;elmt:;cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=B%26H+Photo&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iaHBob3RvdmlkZW8uY29tL2MvcHJvZHVjdC8xODE0OTg3LVJFRy9hcHBsZV9teGNyM2xsX2FfMTNfNl9tYWNib29rX2Fpcl9tMy5odG1sIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI5NWE3YTVhZS0yMzQwLTRhZDMtYjk5Ny0yMWUzMjUyZjY3MjQifQ&signature=AQAAAVChJXTfLLomKbeqzXs5-AYC0PX435wCdX_b8hRImauL&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1814987-REG%2Fapple_mxcr3ll_a_13_6_macbook_air_m3.html" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1814987-REG/apple_mxcr3ll_a_13_6_macbook_air_m3.html">a model with</a> 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for $1,399, which is another $100 discount. If you'd prefer a bigger display, Amazon is also selling the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL2RwL0IwQ1gyNTFGNFg_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLXYtYzAtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6Ijk1YTdhNWFlLTIzNDAtNGFkMy1iOTk3LTIxZTMyNTJmNjcyNCJ9&signature=AQAAAfkFW1B0JuAhltgemyacdZdSZaLsBF4Mjnovj1xqRLhl&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CX251F4X" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CX251F4X">15-inch version</a> of the M3 Air for $1,204. That deal has been around for the past few days, but it's still a $95 discount and the best price we've tracked for this entry-level config since the new notebooks <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-announces-new-macbook-airs-with-m3-chips-132810766.html">were released</a> earlier this month.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>If you can accept an older processor, meanwhile, B&H has the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:B&H Photo;elmt:;cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=B%26H+Photo&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iaHBob3RvdmlkZW8uY29tL2MvcHJvZHVjdC8xNzEwMzA1LVJFRy9hcHBsZV9tbHkzM2xsX2FfMTNfNl9tYWNib29rX2Fpcl9tMi5odG1sIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI5NWE3YTVhZS0yMzQwLTRhZDMtYjk5Ny0yMWUzMjUyZjY3MjQifQ&signature=AQAAAQHSQ1NwyaaKqyLLL8OKAGA-LPWr5ap_xzEEUX0xvmZS&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1710305-REG%2Fapple_mly33ll_a_13_6_macbook_air_m2.html" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1710305-REG/apple_mly33ll_a_13_6_macbook_air_m2.html">last-gen MacBook Air</a> with Apple's M2 chip on sale for $849. That's another all-time low and $150 off Apple's list price. Again, the retailer says this deal will only run through March 28. Lastly, a config of the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:B&H Photo;elmt:;cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=95276f3c-7b79-4c1e-803f-981cd9f7a968&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=B%26H+Photo&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5iaHBob3RvdmlkZW8uY29tL2MvcHJvZHVjdC8xNzcwOTcyLVJFRy9hcHBsZV9tYmExNW0ybW5fMDZfMTVfbWFjYm9va19haXJfbWlkbmlnaHQuaHRtbD9jbnhjbGlkPTE3MTE1NjMzNTkwMTUwMDUwNjYxNjEzODgxMTM5MDA4MDA1IiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI5NWE3YTVhZS0yMzQwLTRhZDMtYjk5Ny0yMWUzMjUyZjY3MjQifQ&signature=AQAAAZ-tuvcQAwr3cOJiFPAa_moYLGLf7sAaWHoBvlrSxWl_&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1770972-REG%2Fapple_mba15m2mn_06_15_macbook_air_midnight.html%3Fcnxclid%3D17115633590150050661613881139008005" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1770972-REG/apple_mba15m2mn_06_15_macbook_air_midnight.html?cnxclid=17115633590150050661613881139008005">15-inch M2 Air</a> with 16GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD is down to a low of $1,499 as well.</p>
<p>We gave the both versions of the M3-powered MacBook Air a <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/macbook-air-m3-review-2024-13-15-inch-140053162.html">score of 90</a> in our review. Like the M2 Airs before them, they're slim, light and sturdy slabs, with comfortable keyboards and trackpads, accurate displays, 1080p webcams and more than enough battery life for a typical workday. Now, they each have a slightly faster chip, <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-mesh-wifi-system-130028701.html">Wi-Fi 6E</a> support and the option to connect to two external monitors (albeit only when the laptop itself is closed). Between the two sizes on sale, the <a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/why-the-15-inch-m3-macbook-air-is-the-best-macbook-air-150020238.html">15-inch model</a> has a slightly stronger GPU and more robust speakers alongside its roomier display. The port selection isn't great on either, but there are two Thunderbolt USB-C ports, a MagSafe charging port and a headphone jack.</p>
<p>As my colleague Daniel Cooper has noted, though, the best thing about the new notebooks might be that they've <a data-i13n="cpos:14;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-best-thing-about-the-m3-macbook-air-is-the-m2-macbook-air-144543065.html">made the M2 versions cheaper</a>. The difference between the M2 and M3 Airs isn't hugely noticeable in day-to-day use, so if you really want to save $150, the older model might be the better deal, especially if you're upgrading from a more dated Air with an Intel chip. (Those coming from an <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-macbook-air-m1-review-140031323-140050246.html">M1 model</a> will probably be better off jumping to the M3.) The base M3 Air <a data-i13n="cpos:16;pos:1" href="https://9to5mac.com/2024/03/09/macbook-air-m3-storage-speeds/">technically has</a> a faster SSD than its predecessor, however, so it may be worth it if you often work with large files. That said, you should only get these 8GB RAM/256GB SSD configurations if you'll mostly stick to less demanding tasks. Go beyond that and they can start to run hot.</p>
<p>It's worth noting that <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Walmart;elmt:;cpos:17;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=3719d8d4-5edd-4817-998a-91f3229e7323&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Walmart&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy53YWxtYXJ0LmNvbS9pcC9BcHBsZS1NYWNCb29rLUFpci0xMy0zLWluY2gtTGFwdG9wLVNpbHZlci1NMS1DaGlwLThHQi1SQU0tMjU2R0Itc3RvcmFnZS82MDkwNDA4ODkiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6Ijk1YTdhNWFlLTIzNDAtNGFkMy1iOTk3LTIxZTMyNTJmNjcyNCJ9&signature=AQAAAYMta3AMTprzHIKpp5PB7R3OLsGAipUUHW0HEejfdcDd&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FApple-MacBook-Air-13-3-inch-Laptop-Silver-M1-Chip-8GB-RAM-256GB-storage%2F609040889" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Apple-MacBook-Air-13-3-inch-Laptop-Silver-M1-Chip-8GB-RAM-256GB-storage/609040889">2020 M1 version</a> of the notebook is now <a data-i13n="cpos:18;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/walmart-is-selling-the-m1-macbook-air-for-only-700-171500495.html">going for $699</a> at Walmart, which is a great price. Unless you just want a competent MacBook for as little as possible, though, the M2 version is enough of an upgrade to be worth the extra cost for most. We'll also highlight a <a data-i13n="cpos:19;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-silicon-has-a-hardware-level-exploit-that-could-leak-private-data-174741269.html">hardware-level security exploit</a> that was <a data-i13n="cpos:20;pos:1" href="https://gofetch.fail/">recently discovered</a> for all M-series Macs, though the real-world risk of falling victim to that flaw is generally low. In any case, if you're looking to make a MacBook upgrade, this looks like a decent time to take advantage.</p>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Samsung makes some of the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-android-phone-130030805.html">best Android phones</a> you can get right now and the latest models have dropped to all-time-low prices. If you've been waiting for a good deal on the high-end <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NBTVNVTkctU21hcnRwaG9uZS1VbmxvY2tlZC1BbmRyb2lkLVRpdGFuaXVtL2RwL0IwQ01SNTNOU1k_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8tNWRwLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJmMjRhZTVlOS1lMmE3LTRkMjctYTFkZi1iMzgzYzk4Nzc2ZjYifQ&signature=AQAAAXHxXHr_m7Dkyv8qOME-lYsuu9XZA1DduQIfdmjSwPCc&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Titanium%2Fdp%2FB0CMR53NSY" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Titanium/dp/B0CMR53NSY">Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra</a>, you're in luck — the handset with 256GB of storage is $150 off and down to $1,150. The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NBTVNVTkctU21hcnRwaG9uZS1VbmxvY2tlZC1BbmRyb2lkLVByb2Nlc3Nvci9kcC9CMENNREwzSDNWP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLTVkcC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiZjI0YWU1ZTktZTJhNy00ZDI3LWExZGYtYjM4M2M5ODc3NmY2In0&signature=AQAAAfSXaL7N-hLBeAoC7ShK627OXzDdLpXBks_OKhEPn3uA&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor%2Fdp%2FB0CMDL3H3V" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Smartphone-Unlocked-Android-Processor/dp/B0CMDL3H3V?">Galaxy S24+</a> is also on sale for $850 right now.</p>
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<p>We gave the Galaxy S24 Ultra <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/galaxy-s24-ultra-review-samsungs-ai-reinforcements-have-arrived-specs-price-191508062.html">a score of 89</a> in our review. We found it to be very expensive (this discount helps mitigate that!) and the design and lack of Qi 2 support were drawbacks. However, we appreciated the camera upgrades and felt the S24 Ultra delivered great performance and offered terrific battery life. It often had a 50 percent charge remaining after 24 hours of regular use, thanks to the large battery and power efficiency gains afforded by the new processor.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>One other major thing the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset powers is a host of on-device generative AI (GAI) features, the big selling point for the Galaxy lineup this year as Samsung tries to compete with Google Pixel devices on that front. An interpreter mode can translate languages during calls, while the Chat Assist tool can check the grammar, spelling and tone of your messages before sending them. There are also AI-powered options for image editing and search. While the AI tools more or less work as expected, we felt that they're not quite as polished as Google's versions. Nevertheless, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is our pick for the best premium Android phone.</p>
<p>The Galaxy S24+ also has a $150 discount right now. That too marks a record low for a version with 256GB of storage — the handset currently costs $850. Like its smaller sibling, the S24, the S24+ earned <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-s24-and-s24-review-a-taste-of-generative-ai-in-everyday-use-160041639.html">a score of 87 in our review</a>. We appreciated the battery life and (for the most part) the GAI tools, though we felt that low-light photography performance was somewhat lacking. Those who prefer foldables may be more interested in the <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-review-still-the-best-flip-foldable-163030055.html">Galaxy Z Flip 5</a>. Again, that's $150 off at <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL1NBTVNVTkctVW5sb2NrZWQtU21hcnRwaG9uZS1Gb2xkYWJsZS1IYW5kcy1GcmVlL2RwL0IwQzYzNjJKUjU_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8tNWRwLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJmMjRhZTVlOS1lMmE3LTRkMjctYTFkZi1iMzgzYzk4Nzc2ZjYifQ&signature=AQAAATucqSNip0gPmzeAKpigSK2EriKpFhiRl0RrckjP0woR&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FSAMSUNG-Unlocked-Smartphone-Foldable-Hands-Free%2Fdp%2FB0C6362JR5" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Unlocked-Smartphone-Foldable-Hands-Free/dp/B0C6362JR5?ref_=Oct_DLandingS_D_58e2f1d6_14&th=1">$850 for 256GB of storage</a>. However, it's $50 more than the lowest price we've seen for the handset thus far.</p>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Workers at Sega of America, a division of Sega Sammy Holdings Inc., have officially ratified their union contract, <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-27/sega-workers-ratify-union-contract-first-at-a-major-gaming-company?accessToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJzb3VyY2UiOiJTdWJzY3JpYmVyR2lmdGVkQXJ0aWNsZSIsImlhdCI6MTcxMTU1ODg0NiwiZXhwIjoxNzEyMTYzNjQ2LCJhcnRpY2xlSWQiOiJTQjBOOEhEV1gyUFMwMCIsImJjb25uZWN0SWQiOiJCMUVBQkI5NjQ2QUM0REZFQTJBRkI4MjI1MzgyQTJFQSJ9.g0mVRojsBI1gMbjfQZSYZ98fX9D8I5ynxWfVADgkpAg&sref=10lNAhZ9"><ins>as reported by </ins><em><ins>Bloomberg</ins></em></a>. This makes it one of the first major North American video-game companies to take this step, which could bode well for future organized labor pushes in the industry.</p>
<p>The contract was ratified after workers <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sega-of-america-workers-overwhelmingly-vote-to-unionize-192839100.html"><ins>overwhelmingly voted to unionize</ins></a> last year. It covers around 150 people working in various departments throughout the company, including brand marketing, games as a service, localization, sales and quality assurance. The union is called the Allied Employees Guild Improving Sega (AEGIS-CWA) and it organizes with the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/cwa/"><ins>Communications Workers of America</ins></a>.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>There are already some provisions in place for workers as part of the contract, including a minimum pay increase of 4 percent in 2024, 3 percent in 2025 and 2.5 percent in 2026. There are also layoff protections, codified benefits like health insurance, a severance inclusion and a commitment to credit all workers on games.</p>
<p>“We’re hopeful that in the midst of extensive layoffs, workers across the video game industry will see organizing as a pathway to improve working conditions for all of us,” wrote Jasmin Hernandez, a member of AEGIS-CWA, in a statement provided to Engadget.</p>
<p>Sega wasn’t exactly happy about the push toward labor rights and unionization. The company faced an unfair labor practice complaint after it announced plans <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sega-faces-unfair-labor-practice-complaint-for-planned-mass-layoff-of-union-members-073046095.html"><ins>to lay off 40 percent</ins></a> of the union's bargaining unit. The company <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/sega-of-america-plans-to-lay-off-61-workers-180100573.html"><ins>did lay off some of these people</ins></a>, as promised, but the union was able to <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://slator.com/sega-of-america-layoffs-may-lead-gaming-giant-to-outsource-localization-qa/">reach an agreement</a> to keep many workers employed. </p>
<p>Labor is having a moment in the games industry. ZeniMax Workers United joined with the CWA last year to <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-union-zenimax-vote-recognize-190529301.html"><ins>offer union protection</ins></a> to 300 quality assurance workers. Over 600 Activision QA testers <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/raven-software-activision-blizzard-union-game-workers-alliance-195516977.html"><ins>have joined a union</ins></a>, making it the <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/activisions-union-with-600-members-is-now-the-biggest-one-in-video-games-143000869.html"><ins>biggest worker-formed organization</ins></a> in video games. Avalanche Studios, Raven Software and several small development studios have all also unionized in the past year or so.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/sega-of-america-workers-have-ratified-their-union-contract-185906593.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Sony <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/27/playstation-plus-monthly-games-for-april-immortals-of-aveum-minecraft-legends-skul-the-hero-slayer/" data-original-link="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/27/playstation-plus-monthly-games-for-april-immortals-of-aveum-minecraft-legends-skul-the-hero-slayer/">unveiled</a> April’s PlayStation Plus monthly games on Wednesday. The batch includes <em>Immortals of Aveum</em>, <em>Minecraft Legends</em>, <em>Skul: The Hero Slayer</em> and an <em>Overwatch 2</em> skins-and-skips bundle. Subscribers on PS Plus’ Essential, Extra and Premium tiers can claim the titles starting Tuesday, April 2.</p>
<p><em>Immortals of Aveum</em> (PS5) showed promise, but its “first-person shooter with magic instead of guns” formula didn’t fare incredibly well commercially. The EA-published game was met with mixed reviews, and its release date — competing against the likes of <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/baldurs-gate-3-is-available-now-on-xbox-series-xs-040406055.html"><em>Baldur’s Gate III</em></a>, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/armored-core-vi-fires-of-rubicon-review-fromsoftware-mech-game-150015742.html"><em>Armored Core VI</em></a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/starfield-review-you-will-like-some-of-it-160046067.html"><em>Starfield</em></a> — likely didn’t help. That led to indie developer Ascendant Studios <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/immortals-of-aveum-developer-ascendant-studios-lays-off-almost-half-its-staff-161523899.html">laying off nearly half its staff</a> a few weeks after launch. Still, despite its suspiciously smooth mechanics and too-sparse crowds, we <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/immortals-of-aveum-first-look-a-little-more-magic-and-this-might-be-wonderful-133034089.html">liked its cinematics and satisfyingly powerful magical attacks</a>, so it could be worth checking out risk-free with your subscription.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/minecraft-legends-xbox-pc-april-18-release-date-202440516.html"><em>Minecraft Legends</em></a> (PS5 / PS4) takes the best-selling game of all time and spins it off into a real-time action-strategy game. In the franchise's blocky style, players form alliances to defeat invading piglins from the Nether dimension. The game includes a single-player story mode and multiplayer for up to eight players.</p>
<p><em>Skul: The Hero Slayer</em> (PS4) is a retro 2D side-scrolling roguelike. You play as a skeleton who can swap skulls — and, in turn, abilities — with his slain enemies. (Convenient!) The game lets you select two ability types and encourages quick-switching during combat.</p>
<p>In addition to those three games, all PlayStation Plus subscribers can snag an exclusive <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/overwatch-2-players-wont-have-to-pay-or-grind-through-a-battle-pass-to-unlock-new-heroes-183729811.html"><em>Overwatch 2</em></a> Mega Bundle in April. The pack includes nine skins and five Battle Pass Tier Skips. You’ll first need to download <em>Overwatch 2</em> from the PlayStation Store, and the bundle should show up in-game immediately (whether you’re a new or returning player).</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/immortals-of-aveum-headlines-aprils-ps-plus-monthly-games-183924174.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Google just announced that it’s expanding its <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/galaxy-s24-and-pixel-8-owners-can-soon-search-for-anything-by-drawing-a-circle-around-it-180029757.html"><ins>recently-launched Circle to Search</ins></a> tool to <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://blog.google/products/search/google-summer-travel-tips-2024/"><ins>include language translation</ins></a>, as part of an update to various core services. Circle to Search, as the name suggests, already lets some Android users research stuff by <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://blog.google/products/search/google-circle-to-search-android/"><ins>drawing a circle</ins></a> around an object.</p>
<p>The forthcoming language translation component won’t even require a drawn circle. Google says people will just have to long press the home button or the navigation bar and look for the translate icon. It’ll do the rest. The company showed the tech quickly translating an entire menu with one long press. Google Translate can already do this, though in a slightly different way, but this update means users won’t have to pop out of one app and into another just to check on something.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The translation tool begins rolling out in the “coming weeks”, though only to <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/googles-latest-pixel-phone-update-adds-new-ai-tools-and-a-working-thermometer-140006522.html"><ins>Android devices that can run Circle to Search</ins></a>. This list currently includes Pixel 7 devices, Pixel 8 devices and the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, though Google says it's coming to more phones and tablets this week, including some foldables.</p>
<p>Google Maps <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://blog.google/products/maps/google-maps-updates-summer-travel-2024/"><ins>is also getting a refresh</ins></a>, with an emphasis on AI. When you pull up a place on Maps, like a restaurant, artificial intelligence will display a summary that describes unique points of interest and “what people love” about the business. The AI will also analyze photos of food and identify what the dish is called, in addition to the cost and whether it's vegetarian or vegan. The company hopes this will make it easier to make reservations and book trips.</p>
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<p>On the non-AI side of things, Maps is getting an updated lists feature in select cities throughout the US and Canada. This will aggregate lists of must-visit destinations pulled from members of the community and local publishers. There will be tools to customize these lists as you see fit.</p>
<p>These will be joined by lists created by Google and its algorithm, including a weekly trending list to discover the “latest hot spots” and something called Gems that chronicles under-the-radar spots. All of these Maps updates are coming to both Android and iOS devices later this month.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/googles-circle-to-search-feature-will-soon-handle-language-translation-174802558.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Hulu on Disney+ officially launches, bringing together Mickey Mouse and The Handmaid's Tale]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Disney didn't waste much absorbing Hulu into its multimedia maw. After taking <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/disney-to-buy-out-comcast-and-take-full-control-of-hulu-054157026.html">full ownership of Hulu </a>last November, the company started <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/disney-adds-a-hulu-tab-as-the-streaming-services-start-integrating-153023092.html">beta testing integration with Disney+ </a>a month later. Today, <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://press.disneyplus.com/hulu-on-disney-plus-launches-today-in-the-us-for-bundle-subscribers">Hulu on Disney+ is officially coming out of beta</a>, making it easy for subscribers to access content for both services. Really, though, it's a way for Disney to push the value of its <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Disney+;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=85d85ef3-fac9-418f-9573-418cf162cd0c&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Disney%2B&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5kaXNuZXlwbHVzLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjljMTI3M2NlLTcxNTEtNDRhNy1hYzQzLWE3ZDIwYTcwYTU2NyJ9&signature=AQAAAS40i-EREcl2yt-OPIdArOKvMYYvx3GqS7AkA11IPQni&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.disneyplus.com%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.disneyplus.com/">Hulu bundle</a>, which starts at $9.99 a month with ads. If you want to go ad-free <em>and</em> download content for offline viewing, there's the Duo Premium bundle for $19.99 a month. And if you don't have a Hulu subscription, you'll get a notification that you can join within Disney+ for $2 more a month.</p>
<p>Existing bundle subscribers can hop into Hulu's shows using a new tab on Disney+, and the company says Hulu content like <em>Shogun </em>and <em>The Handmaid's Tale</em> will also be highlighted in the main carousel of shows and content recommendations. If you're old school (like me) and subscribe to Disney+ and Hulu separately, you can also start viewing Hulu content easily (assuming you're using the same e-mail address for both services). </p>
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<p>I didn't have any trouble launching Shogun on my Disney+ app, but I was disappointed to find that my existing Hulu viewing progress didn't carry over. That'll be particularly annoying for people catching up on older multi-season shows, since they'll have to manually figure out where they left off.</p>
<p>“This marks the most significant technical, operational, and product evolution for Disney+ since its launch – one that reflects a wider technology transformation that we have been undertaking," said Aaron LaBerge, President & CTO, Disney Entertainment & ESPN, in a statement. "That work is going to drive an enhanced, more engaging user experience with Disney+ and lays the foundation for the innovations and enhancements we are planning for the future.”</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/hulu-on-disney-officially-launches-bringing-together-mickey-mouse-and-the-handmaids-tale-152114434.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Some of our favorite portable JBL Bluetooth speakers are up to 34 percent off]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Portable speakers can come in handy in all kinds of situations, from camping trips to simply keeping one with you as you move throughout your home (just don’t use one on public transit unless you like being hated with the fire of a thousand suns). JBL makes some of our top picks for portable Bluetooth speakers, and several models are currently on sale for up to 34 percent off. The <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0pCTC1DSEFSR0UtUG9ydGFibGUtQmx1ZXRvb3RoLVdhdGVycHJvb2YvZHAvQjA4WDRWWEYxTT90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1idy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDU0ZWVhNjEtYzI1Ny00NDJjLWI2OTEtOGQ5YzQ2ODAzOWQwIn0&signature=AQAAARjR8_TSBwjW97zBkBXIDQSkdsMIYzknyJtcF05VIPmL&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FJBL-CHARGE-Portable-Bluetooth-Waterproof%2Fdp%2FB08X4VXF1M" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/JBL-CHARGE-Portable-Bluetooth-Waterproof/dp/B08X4VXF1M?"><ins>JBL Charge 5</ins></a> has dropped by $50 (or 28 percent) to $130, just $10 more than the lowest price we’ve seen for it to date.</p>
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<p>This is one of our <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-portable-bluetooth-speakers-133004551.html"><ins>favorite portable Bluetooth speakers</ins></a>. It has a battery life of up to 20 hours and, handily, you can use it to charge other devices via USB-C. The Charge 5 is IP67-rated for water and dust resistance too.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>There are less expensive and still-capable options out there, but the Charge 5 delivers bigger audio than many rivals. The sound quality is good too, thanks to its bright output and solid low end. What's more, you can pair two Charge 5 units for stereo listening.</p>
<p>Elsewhere as part of a <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL3N0b3Jlcy9wYWdlL0MzNjIwRTg0LUY4OUUtNEZFMy1BMUU2LTZFQkExQzAzQUJDRD90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1idy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDU0ZWVhNjEtYzI1Ny00NDJjLWI2OTEtOGQ5YzQ2ODAzOWQwIn0&signature=AQAAAd1bJXLIyjJN8DcbOPmwZ9mi0Fr1Nr7EZyifASn6FsJ_&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fstores%2Fpage%2FC3620E84-F89E-4FE3-A1E6-6EBA1C03ABCD" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/C3620E84-F89E-4FE3-A1E6-6EBA1C03ABCD?ingress=2&visitId=fc4d9ecb-b125-4768-88d0-0c8e20926c36&store_ref=bl_ast_dp_brandLogo_sto&ref_=ast_bln"><ins>broader sale on JBL products</ins></a>, the Xtreme 3 has <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0pCTC1YdHJlbWUtV2F0ZXJwcm9vZi1QYXJ0eUJvb3N0LU11bHRpLXNwZWFrZXIvZHAvQjA4TkxDVzlXWT90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1idy0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiNDU0ZWVhNjEtYzI1Ny00NDJjLWI2OTEtOGQ5YzQ2ODAzOWQwIn0&signature=AQAAAZaxGSfHQrGOYwmw2b2PPTFp3171UhVVVMdkmfX2Yzaw&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FJBL-Xtreme-Waterproof-PartyBoost-Multi-speaker%2Fdp%2FB08NLCW9WY" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/JBL-Xtreme-Waterproof-PartyBoost-Multi-speaker/dp/B08NLCW9WY?th=1"><ins>dropped from $380 down to $250</ins></a>. That's 34 percent off and just $20 more than a record low.</p>
<p>This is another of our picks for the <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-portable-bluetooth-speakers-133004551.html"><ins>best portable Bluetooth speakers</ins></a>. It too is IP67-rated and while it won't run as long as the Charge 5 before you need to top up the battery (it'll run for up to 15 hours on a single charge), the Xtreme 3 offers more volume. That could make it a solid choice for a picnic or a backyard get together. However, we reckon it sounds best in close proximity or even indoors, where you can get the most of the bass tones.</p>
<p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on Twitter and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://subscription.yahoo.net/Newsletter/Preference/sub?b=engadgetdeals&src"><em>subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter</em></a><em> for the latest tech deals and buying advice.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/some-of-our-favorite-portable-jbl-bluetooth-speakers-are-up-to-34-percent-off-150938467.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Marvel Games and NetEase just announced a new <em>Overwatch</em>-like team shooter called <em>Marvel Rivals</em>. As the name suggests, playable characters will be pulled from throughout the Marvel Multiverse, including members of the Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy and the X-Men.</p>
<p><em>Marvel Rivals</em> is a third-person 6v6 team-based shooter. It’ll be free to play and it's set inside of a “continually evolving universe.” In other words, expect plenty of seasonal updates that introduce new heroes, villains, maps and challenges.</p>
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<p>As for those heroes and villains, the developers promise a “vast array” of characters to choose from, but that roster will be limited to about a dozen upon the alpha launch in May. Early testers will be able to play as Spider-Man, Black Panther, Magneto, Magik and eight or nine more unannounced characters. The developers did mention that Rocket Raccoon, Groot, Hulk and Iron Man would be playable, but didn’t confirm that they’ll be available with the alpha. Screenshots show Dr. Strange, Storm and Scarlet Witch, among other heroes. It looks like the creators have access to the entire Marvel roster. That’s quite literally <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Characters">more than 80,000 potential playable characters</a>.</p>
<p>Team-based shooters live or die by their maps. The devs didn’t say how many maps would be available when the alpha build hits, but did tease Asgard and Tokyo of 2099. NetEase also suggested that these environments will be destructible, with certain heroes being able to “reshape the terrain” with their powers.</p>
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<p>The story involves various Doctor Dooms, multiple timelines and colliding universes. It’s the usual cosmic Marvel tomfoolery. At any rate, it’s likely to be better than the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/secret_invasion/s01"><em>Secret Invasion</em> TV show</a>. Again, the alpha will be available in May for PC players. There’s no word on a console release.</p>
<p>This isn't the only big Marvel game announced this week. Former Naughty Dog and Visceral Games writer and creative director Amy Hennig is working on a <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/marvel-1943-rise-of-hydra-from-amy-hennigs-studio-arrives-in-2025-173514552.html">story-driven action game called</a> <em>Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra</em>. You'll be able to play that next year. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/marvel-rivals-is-a-new-overwatch-like-team-shooter-150021430.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Eight years after launch, No Man's Sky gets computer-generated space stations that are different each time]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/no-mans-sky-return-irl-143033861.html"><em>No Man’s Sky</em></a> is still getting major updates. Developer Hello Games’ “Orbital” update, due Wednesday, adds procedurally generated space stations (so they’ll be different every time), a ship editor and a Guild system to the nearly eight-year-old space exploration sim.</p>
<p>Up until now, space stations have been one of the few parts of <em>No Man’s Sky</em> that weren’t created and randomized by algorithms as something truly unique. That changes with today’s update, which uses game engine upgrades to “create vast interior spaces and exterior spaces, with improved reflection and metallic surfaces.”</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>The stations’ broader scale will be evident from the outside, while their interiors will include new shops, gameplay and things to do. Hello Games describes them as being “uniquely customized” based on their virtual inhabitants’ system, race and locale.</p>
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<p>Inside the stations, you’ll find the new ship editor. Hello Games says it previously withheld ship customization to maintain the title’s focus on exploration. (If players could build any ship they wanted at any time, it could ruin some of the fun of scouting out existing ones to buy in-game.) In that spirit, you’ll still need to collect, trade and salvage the parts to build yours how you like it.</p>
<p>The game’s upgraded Guild system, also in today’s update, makes factions a bigger part of the experience. You can find new Guild envoys on space stations, where you can join the club, get supplies and precious commodities and donate to boost your status in the group.</p>
<p>Fleets are getting better, too. With today’s update, you can send your frigate fleet on away missions — and if they run into trouble, you can swoop in and save the day. It sounds like a fun nuance to help scratch anyone’s space fantasy itch.</p>
<p><em>No Man’s Sky</em> owners can install the Orbital update — also including engine improvements, a UI refresh and “much more” — today.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/eight-years-after-launch-no-mans-sky-gets-computer-generated-space-stations-that-are-different-each-time-140030734.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Google Pixel 8 is $230 off and down to a new record-low price]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>There's good news for anyone looking to upgrade their phone as the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3NlbGxvdXQud29vdC5jb20vb2ZmZXJzL25ldy1nb29nbGUtcGl4ZWwtOC01Zz8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImQwYWU0ODNmLWM3ODItNDhlMC1hMjQxLTY1ZDNlZjMxYTY2MyJ9&signature=AQAAASxvbKySnh0IpJ0bxFyuSv06G6eCw6cAAX5q9wmzAj_w&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fsellout.woot.com%2Foffers%2Fnew-google-pixel-8-5g%3F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://sellout.woot.com/offers/new-google-pixel-8-5g?">Google Pixel 8</a> is currently down to a record-low price. Woot is running a 33 percent discount on the new Google Pixel 8 — one of our picks for <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-smartphones-140004900.html">2024's best smartphones</a> — dropping its cost to $470 from $700. The sale is on for the next five days or until the smartphone sells out. </p>
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<p>The new Google Pixel 8 launched last October and scored a <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/pixel-8-and-pixel-8-pro-review-googles-most-compelling-phones-in-years-specs-price-170022742.html">90 in our review</a> due to features like its Tensor G3 chip. Google claims the chip allows the Pixel 8 to support more text and natural voice recognition. Plus, the company boasts that the G3 chip has twice the number of machine learning models as the G1 in the Pixel 6. This strength is more important than ever with <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/google-will-start-showing-ai-powered-search-results-to-users-who-didnt-opt-in-093036257.html">AI's growth</a> and the recent launch of Magic Editor, a content-aware fill and lasso hybrid.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Externally, the Google Pixel 8 looks a little different. The screen has shrunk a tad to 6.2 inches from 6.3 inches screen on the Pixel 7 — a small but noticeable change. Also visible on the smartphone are a 50MP primary camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera. </p>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>It never blocked competitors' apps and services, and it doesn't employ anticompetitive tactics preventing users from breaking out of its "walled garden," Apple said in response to the <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/justice-department-files-antitrust-lawsuit-against-apple-over-its-infamous-walled-garden-144834571.html">antitrust lawsuit filed</a> against it by the Department of Justice. The company refuted the agency's claims in statements shared with <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/03/26/apple-responds-to-doj-antitrust-lawsuit-by-refuting-every-claim"><em>Apple Insider</em></a>, expanding upon its earlier response that the lawsuit would hinder its ability to create devices and software that made it one of the most valuable companies in the world. </p>
<p>The DOJ accused Apple of illegally monopolizing the software app market by imposing limitations on iOS that degrade the compatibility of innovative apps and cloud streaming services with the mobile platform. But the company claimed it only selectively restricts the APIs app developers have access to in order to protect user privacy and security. It gave the same reason for why it implements limitations for third-party digital wallets. The company also said that it never blocked "super apps" from its platforms, pointing out that Facebook, WeChat and Line are available for iOS users. Game streaming services, it clarified, have always been welcome in the App Store, as well.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>In response to the accusation that it is anticompetitive for the Apple Watch to be capable of deeper integration with the iPhone compared to rival wearables', the company explained that offering wide support for all smartwatches means having to develop products with every OS and model in mind. Most importantly, Apple denied that it's making it difficult for users to switch to competing products, whether it's because of iMessage's lack of interoperability with Android or any other reason. Users can easily transfer data from iPhone to Android devices, it reportedly said while suggesting that people may not be switching to its competitors because they simply love its products. </p>
<p>Apple previously said that the lawsuit, if successful, would "set a dangerous precedent, empowering government to take a heavy hand in designing people's technology." It vowed to "vigorously defend against it." US Attorney General Merrick Garland <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://edition.cnn.com/2024/03/21/tech/apple-sued-antitrust-doj/index.html">wrote</a> in a press release, however, that "Apple undermines apps, products, and services that would otherwise make users less reliant on the iPhone" and that it's "discouraging innovation" that threatens its monopoly by stifling innovation. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apple-refutes-every-claim-made-in-dojs-antitrust-lawsuit-123223870.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Morning After: Apple’s WWDC 2024 kicks off June 10]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Apple’s 35th annual Worldwide Developers Conference (<a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apples-wwdc-keynote-is-scheduled-for-june-10-180558453.html">WWDC</a>) is June 10 to 14. WWDC is typically a software-centric event, so it’s highly likely we’ll get our first look at iOS 18, iPadOS 18, tvOS 18, macOS 15 and watchOS 11. It may also be a good chance for Apple to upgrade its visionOS software for Vision Pro.</p>
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<p>There may be hardware too. Last year’s WWDC included a detailed presentation on the Vision Pro and the 15-inch M2 MacBook Air. This year? Another Vision Pro? A Mac Mini? Place your bets.</p>
<p>— Mat Smith</p>
<h3>The biggest stories you might have missed</h3>
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<p><a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-limits-political-content-recommendations-on-instagram-and-threads-123033533.html">Meta limits ‘political’ content recommendations on Instagram and Threads</a></p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-is-finally-bringing-keyboard-and-mouse-support-to-xbox-cloud-gaming-titles-200148150.html">Microsoft is finally adding keyboard and mouse support to Xbox Cloud Gaming titles</a></p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-wireless-mice-pc-gaming-mobile-150027822.html">My quest for the perfect productivity mouse</a></p>
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<h2><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-ps5s-game-help-feature-will-start-sourcing-videos-from-other-players-132115286.html">PS5’s Game Help feature will source videos from other players</a></h2>
<h3>It was pretty useless.</h3>
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<p>Game Help shared developer-created tips and videos for PS5 games, bubbling up advice depending on where you were in a game. Unfortunately, in my experience, it was rarely useful advice. That might improve soon, as Sony adds videos from other gamers for those tricky bosses and segments. Community tips will be accessible in the same way as Game Help: click the PS button, launch the Control Center and find an Action Card labeled Hints Inside. Any card with gamer videos will have a Community Game Help label and players will be able to rate tips’ usefulness.</p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-ps5s-game-help-feature-will-start-sourcing-videos-from-other-players-132115286.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>
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<h2><a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-merges-its-windows-and-surface-teams-under-one-leader-103204076.html">Microsoft merges its Windows and Surface teams under one leader</a></h2>
<h3>Pavan Davuluri has been with Microsoft for 23 years.</h3>
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<p>Microsoft is bringing together its Windows experiences and devices teams into one division. Pavan Davuluri, who’s been head of the Surface team since last year, will now also lead Windows experiences after Mikhail Parakhin’s departure. Perhaps interestingly, Parakhin vacated his role a week after Microsoft<a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-hires-deepmind-cofounder-to-lead-its-new-consumer-ai-division-190255898.html"> hired DeepMind co-founder</a> Mustafa Suleyman, who apparently<a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-26/microsoft-bing-chief-exiting-role-after-suleyman-named-ai-leader?sref=10lNAhZ9"> asked Parakhin</a> to report to him directly.</p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-merges-its-windows-and-surface-teams-under-one-leader-103204076.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>
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<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><h2><a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/this-camera-captures-1563-trillion-frames-per-second-184651322.html">This camera captures 156.3 trillion frames per second</a></h2>
<h3>Super super super super slow mo.</h3>
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<p>Scientists have created a scientific camera that shoots images at an encoding rate of 156.3 terahertz (THz) to individual pixels — equivalent to 156.3 trillion frames per second. Dubbed SCARF (swept-coded aperture real-time femtophotography), the research-grade camera could lead to breakthroughs in fields studying micro-events impossible to capture on existing scientific imaging equipment. SCARF could open new frontiers in areas as diverse as shock wave mechanics or the development of more effective medicine.</p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:13;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/this-camera-captures-1563-trillion-frames-per-second-184651322.html"><strong>Continue reading.</strong></a></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-apples-wwdc-2024-kicks-off-june-10-111519275.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>When you buy a new laptop or PC, it’s easy to only focus on the big three: Processor, graphics and RAM (sorry storage fans, that’s a close fourth). It’s the little things that are simple to overlook. The rig I recently upgraded to is solid, and I had a <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/keychron-q-1-fully-customizable-keyboard-130015959.html">nice keyboard</a> already — but oh boy did I really need to find the best productivity mouse. Mice may not be sexy peripherals, but if you spend hours a day in front of a computer screen, they could help make things more comfortable for you in the long run. My old Magic Mouse could have made the move from MacOS to Windows, but I was already negotiating some pretty bad RSI and the internal battery was starting to waiver. Not least of all, I wanted something that I could charge and use at the same time — the temerity, I know.<br><br>Not to mention, since the advent of devices such as the <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/elgato-stream-deck-mk2-trailer-details-faceplates-235437088.html">Stream Deck</a> and the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/loupedeck-live-versus-the-stream-deck-170020781.html">Loupedeck Live</a> I have developed a taste for physical, assignable controls. Also, as a recent convert to the world of mechanical keyboards, I was hoping there was a similar world of boutique, bespoke options. It turns out that productivity mice are still a largely off-the-shelf affair, but I was determined to get through some of the more promising options and find something I could live with, possibly for another decade. So I set out to find the best productivity mouse for me by testing a number of the most popular wireless mice available today; these are my favorites.</p>
<h2>The obvious candidates</h2>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2021-10/2cd9abb0-2698-11ec-aabf-9494c8a65d2d" alt="Mouse buyer's guide." data-uuid="6a9be891-aa6d-3cfb-a5e5-6a0b5e25bc2a"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">James Trew / Engadget</div></figure>
<p>Google around for “the best PC mouse” or "the best productivity mouse" and you’ll find one answer: <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9kcC9CMDdTMzk1UldELz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1pcS0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiYzhmNjc4ODgtN2RiYS00ZmJhLThkM2MtNzFhNjU3MWE5OTcwIn0&signature=AQAAAYYAzp0apFY-t7kCNRtjmj-O6AA0z2dDv7hBEohqnUOp&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB07S395RWD%2F">Logitech’s MX Master 3</a>. You might see a few mentions of others — like the <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9SYXplci1DbGljay1IdW1hbnNjYWxlLVdpcmVsZXNzLU1vdXNlL2RwL0IwOEJRWEw2REQ_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8taXEtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImM4ZjY3ODg4LTdkYmEtNGZiYS04ZDNjLTcxYTY1NzFhOTk3MCJ9&signature=AQAAAb8_sAxTOM0DjFJdwSo36Us3V9N0YYcoo-z-ZBe6XhH1&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRazer-Click-Humanscale-Wireless-Mouse%2Fdp%2FB08BQXL6DD">Razer Pro Click</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9NaWNyb3NvZnQtU3VyZmFjZS1QcmVjaXNpb24tTW91c2UtQmx1ZXRvb3RoL2RwL0IwNzlEQksxTkQ_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8taXEtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImM4ZjY3ODg4LTdkYmEtNGZiYS04ZDNjLTcxYTY1NzFhOTk3MCJ9&signature=AQAAAbBOEmTDnNh6MeYyURazJoYx_v8S2AgKfzx0hZIyWSlU&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FMicrosoft-Surface-Precision-Mouse-Bluetooth%2Fdp%2FB079DBK1ND">Microsoft’s Surface Precision</a> mouse — but the reviews are clear that the MX 3 Master is the one. Since we first published this guide, Logitech has released the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9ncC9wcm9kdWN0L0IwOUhNOTRWRFM_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8taXEtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImM4ZjY3ODg4LTdkYmEtNGZiYS04ZDNjLTcxYTY1NzFhOTk3MCJ9&signature=AQAAAX-ZQUihifkMGkaw4I7gAvgI2d6Vabp5B31d5vnt_WCC&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB09HM94VDS">MX Master 3S</a> which improves on the already popular device with <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/logitech-mx-mechanical-mx-master-3s-amazon-sale-131512369.html">a sharper sensor and quieter buttons</a>. We’ve updated this guide accordingly.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>I looked at all three of these, and honestly, there’s not a lot in it. All of them cost $100 and all of them meet my basic requirements of decent ergonomics, configurable buttons and solid battery life. The latter is the hardest to quantify thanks to how each manufacturer likes to define “time.” For Logi’s MX Master 3S it’s “70 days.” Razer on the other hand touts the Pro Click as lasting between 200 and 400 hours depending on whether you use their USB dongle or Bluetooth respectively (that’s 8-16 “days” but it’s not clear if this is “in use”).</p>
<p>Microsoft’s Surface Precision is listed as “up to 3 months” which I somehow read with an implied shrug on their part. It’s hard to know whether those are active use or “the mouse is on and it’s on your desk.” The better news is that all of them can be charged while you use them. In practice, I found the MX Master 3S to last the longest, but also needing a charge way sooner than its 70 days claim, in my experience it’s more like every 5-6 weeks.</p>
<p>Of this trio, the Pro Click offers the most configurable buttons (8). The MX Master 3S is a close second (7) but has the advantage of a second scroll wheel near the thumb. In reality, two of Razer’s “buttons” are side-clicks on the scroll wheel — typically these default to sideways scroll, the same as Logi’s thumb dial does. The net result is that I found the MX Master 3S slightly more configurable for my use cases. The thumbwheel is perfect for switching between desktops — something I do a lot, which would occupy two slots on the Razer meaning, effectively, the MX Master 3S has one more spare button in this setup.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2021-10/504ed1b0-2698-11ec-adfb-ef6758e9ac20" alt="Mouse buyer's guide." data-uuid="a0e454db-55fb-3088-8cf3-bb2cdc8c6a81"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">James Trew / Engadget</div></figure>
<p>While we’re on the topic of buttons, the new MX Master 3S wireless mouse has almost no click sound at all. It makes almost every other mouse seem quite conspicuous by comparison. It also means the click motion feels a little smoother which all adds up to a much nicer experience.</p>
<p>Lastly, there’s a programmable button on the MX master 3S located just under where your thumb rests. This can be used for almost anything, but by default, it activates something called “gesture control,” which lets you assign certain tasks to, you guessed it, different gestures. I gave the gesture controls a spin and they seemed pretty helpful, but the usefulness soon dissolved when I found I wasn’t always able to ace the gesture on the first attempt.</p>
<p>For its part, Microsoft’s Surface Precision mouse offers six buttons and includes left/right clicks on the scroll wheel, putting it about on par with Razer and a shade under the MX Master 3S for configuration dorks like me.</p>
<p>All three companies offer companion software — Microsoft’s is built right-in to Windows. It’s worth noting that Logitech makes a distinction between its office mice and its gaming mice which I’ll get to later (basically, different software with different configuration options). The short version is each gets its own software and what you can do there differs which will be a key factor if considering a variety of their models..</p>
<p>I found Logitech’s Options software the most straightforward with a deep selection of Windows commands, media controls, shortcuts and navigation tools on offer. You can also assign keystroke combinations if something you need isn’t listed. On top of that there are options for app-specific buttons which means you can, for example, have right-click do one thing in Photoshop but something totally different in Chrome. Logitech doesn’t offer full macros in Options though, so more complex commands are off the table via the native software.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2021-10/f93a3a30-2698-11ec-9b7d-1a65560ee9b0" alt="Mouse buyer's guide." data-uuid="9ed22278-bcc8-3556-a493-f7a9f66626bb"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">James Trew / Engadget</div></figure>
<p>Razer’s Synapse also offers app-specific controls alongside a wealth of predefined media and OS shortcuts, but perhaps less comprehensive than those found in Options. That said, you do also have full macro support: Simply hit record and whatever you do next can be converted into a single click of the mouse. There’s even “HyperShift” which means you can add a second layer of commands while holding down an allocated button.</p>
<p>Microsoft’s Mouse and Keyboard Center is no slouch either with some decent shortcuts on offer and support for both macros and app-specific controls. Though, overall, it’s perhaps less in-depth than both Logitech and Razer’s companion apps.</p>
<p>On a more minor note. During my time with MacOS I joined the dark side of “natural scroll.” It’s not a deal-breaker for me, as I don’t mind regular scroll, but Logitech and Microsoft both offer reverse scrolling as a setting, Razer doesn’t appear to — though you can work around this <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://www.highrez.co.uk/downloads/xmousebuttoncontrol.htm">in other ways</a> of course.</p>
<p>All the above mice offer the flexibility of both Bluetooth and 2.4Ghz wireless connectivity, can be used while cabled and support multi-device (at the same time) modes, if that’s your thing.</p>
<p><strong>Winner:</strong> MX Master 3S.</p>
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<h2>Gaming mice for everyday use</h2>
<p>Just because a mouse has a gaming focus, it doesn’t mean it’s no good for productivity. That was my reasoning when I looked at things like the <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9Mb2dpdGVjaC1MaWdodHNwZWVkLVBvd2VyUGxheS1Db21wYXRpYmxlLUxpZ2h0c3luYy9kcC9CMDdMNEJNODUxP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLWlxLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJjOGY2Nzg4OC03ZGJhLTRmYmEtOGQzYy03MWE2NTcxYTk5NzAifQ&signature=AQAAAVBF0QblJub4CDypPAC81JtRbXxiA9M7qxmiCwgQvVGn&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FLogitech-Lightspeed-PowerPlay-Compatible-Lightsync%2Fdp%2FB07L4BM851">Logitech G502 Lightspeed</a> and the <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9Mb2dpdGVjaC1TdXBlcmxpZ2h0LVdpcmVsZXNzLUdhbWluZy1Nb3VzZS9kcC9CMDg3TFhDVEZKP2xpbmtDb2RlPXNsMSZsaW5rSWQ9MzUzNGVmNjRjYjE5OWQ1NTgxNmFjZTk1OWVmNmVlZDAmbGFuZ3VhZ2U9ZW5fVVMmcmVmXz1hc19saV9zc190bCZ0aD0xJnRhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLWlxLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJjOGY2Nzg4OC03ZGJhLTRmYmEtOGQzYy03MWE2NTcxYTk5NzAifQ&signature=AQAAAd464RxUrVpvPbbZHbzbmOgkmC5XT_BiKnsabaS3F566&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FLogitech-Superlight-Wireless-Gaming-Mouse%2Fdp%2FB087LXCTFJ%3FlinkCode%3Dsl1%26linkId%3D3534ef64cb199d55816ace959ef6eed0%26language%3Den_US%26ref_%3Das_li_ss_tl%26th%3D1">G Pro X Superlight</a>. From Razer, the <a data-i13n="cpos:12;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9SYXplci1VbHRpbWF0ZS1IeXBlcnNwZWVkLUxpZ2h0ZXN0LVdpcmVsZXNzL2RwL0IwN1lQQzNCUUM_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLW8taXEtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6ImM4ZjY3ODg4LTdkYmEtNGZiYS04ZDNjLTcxYTY1NzFhOTk3MCJ9&signature=AQAAAQDWhPeCTK_LPzovBDpg9IPEDB0zl55hPeOuDKFmW1K2&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRazer-Ultimate-Hyperspeed-Lightest-Wireless%2Fdp%2FB07YPC3BQC%3F">Viper Ultimate</a> looked like another strong option.</p>
<p>There are a few things that change once you go gamer it seems. First: Things get much much lighter. The heaviest I tried was the G502 which, at 114g is a hair heavier than the Razer Pro Click (106g). But 26g lighter than the MX Master 3S. The G Pro X Superlight and the Viper Ultra are much more svelte however, weighing in at 63g and 74g respectively. This puts the G Pro X at under half the weight of its Logitech productivity sibling.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2021-10/332e3200-2699-11ec-86ff-53c61ea2020f" alt="The Logitech G502 has a lot of configurable options, especially aimed at gamers." data-uuid="1b15c011-8aa8-3017-ad37-19513623a520"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">James Trew / Engadget</div></figure>
<p>The next thing to consider is the form factor. Gaming mice are much more likely to have either a neutral or ambidextrous design. This isn’t a no-no for my RSI concerns (especially when offset against the lighter weight) but it was something I was cautious about. Of the ones I am testing here, the G502 Lightspeed is the most “ergonomic.”</p>
<p>Lastly, gamers want speed and even 2.4GHz is a bit too laggy for some, so Bluetooth connectivity is rare to find in this category. That’s not a deal-breaker for me, but worth knowing in case it is for you.</p>
<p>I actually had high hopes for the G502 Lightspeed. Not only is it lighter and a similar form factor to the MX Master 3S, it offers a whopping 11 configurable buttons. What’s more you’re able to assign full macros along with a slew of deep keyboard commands to those buttons. From a customization standpoint, it’s pretty comprehensive. The G502’s office-bound rival has most of what you need, but macros aren’t there and the keyboard commands on offer aren’t as extensive as in Logitech’s gamer-focused G Hub software.</p>
<p>I should mention the G Pro X Superlight here, too, given it uses the same software as the G502. The G Pro X is semi ambidextrous (you can palm it with either hand, but the extra buttons are only on one side). There are only five buttons total, too.</p>
<p>The issue for me was really all in the handling. I liked that both of these were lighter, that’s a solid plus. But the wealth of buttons on the G502 meant things were a little more cramped. For example, there are two right alongside the left-click button and then another two just above where your thumb rests. They aren’t hard to locate without looking, but overall not as naturally placed as those on the MX Master 3S, at least in my opinion. Also, the scroll wheel on both the G502 and the G Pro X protrudes more than any of the other mice on this list which, again, takes some getting used to. Neither was as fluid or comfortable to me as those in the MX Master 3S or Razer Pro click.</p>
<p>Moreover, the G502 has a button to switch between smooth and ratchet scroll (fast, free gliding versus clicky slow, basically). The MX Master 3S offers both types of scrolling but with a setting where ratchet mode will seamlessly become smooth mode which is much more apt for browsing and navigating lists. I found scrolling on the G502 a bit annoying. Much bigger “clicks” and finding the button to switch to smooth seemed to kill my flow. I am guessing it’s better for gamers though.</p>
<p>The G Pro X, for its part, is a really nice option if you want something light with a couple of extra buttons. But with just two additional ones over the standard two-plus-clickwheel it wasn’t quite up to my requirements.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2021-10/6c117d20-2699-11ec-bffe-e297a55ec7df" alt="Razer's Viper is a surprisingly good mouse for general productivity." data-uuid="85d80772-fa7e-3b9f-8e1a-7777ff73adac"><figcaption></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">James Trew / Engadget</div></figure>
<p>Razer’s Viper Ultimate, literally on the other hand, is a surprisingly competent all-purpose mouse. For one, as alluded to, it’s truly ambidextrous. At 74g it glides across the desk making it a pleasure to use for extended periods. With a 70 hour battery life it was joint first with the G Pro X for longevity in this category (the G502 offers around 50 hours).</p>
<p>The main nitpick for me with the Viper is that the two buttons near your ring finger and pinkie take a little getting used to if you palm a mouse like I do. I had to train myself to click with the side of my finger rather than the tip. The net result is that I was surprised to find myself gravitating toward the Viper Ultimate most out of this category, despite the G502 being closer to what I had in mind when setting out on this test.</p>
<p>Thanks to gamery specs that I’m not going to make use of, such as 20,000+ DPI sensors and 1000Hz polling rates, all of the gaming mice do cost more than the “productivity” options. In fact all three cost the same: $150.</p>
<p><strong>Winner:</strong> Razer Viper Ultimate</p>
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<h2>Mobile mice</h2>
<p>Let’s be clear, there’s almost no chance any of the mobile mice on offer would make a great full-time desktop replacement. That said, it’s also one of the more interesting categories thanks to being free from the burden of having to do <em>everything</em>. A mobile mouse can get a little wackier and do one or two things really well.</p>
<p>There’s also the fact that many of us are working at home on the company laptop, so pairing that with a mouse can make the transition back to the office a little smoother (and not everyone is a fan of trackpads anyway). As such, a straight head-to-head feels less appropriate, but here’s a rundown of five contenders.</p>
<h3>Logitech Pebble</h3>
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<p>The Pebble has a slight angle to it which felt like my hand was arching forward when in use. The ambidextrous design is welcome but I do have my concerns about how comfortable it is for extended use. The two aces up the Pebble’s sleeve, however, are its epic battery life: A claimed 18 months (though this will obviously depend on what batteries you use) and the $25 price tag, making it the cheapest on this list.</p>
<h3>Logitech MX Anywhere 3</h3>
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<p>With six buttons, it’s pretty configurable for something so small and at 99g it won’t overstay its welcome under your palm. Though for the life of me I cannot understand why there is no option to stow the USB dongle inside the mouse somewhere. Given its mobile nature this seems like a no-brainer. You can, of course, just use Bluetooth if, like me, USB dongles seem to vanish into thin air unless they have a home.</p>
<h3>Razer Orochi V2</h3>
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<p>The winner of the most forgettable-looking option in this nest of mice goes to the <a data-i13n="cpos:15;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9SYXplci1Pcm9jaGktTW9iaWxlLVdpcmVsZXNzLUdhbWluZy9kcC9CMDkxNk1XN0NHP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLWlxLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiJjOGY2Nzg4OC03ZGJhLTRmYmEtOGQzYy03MWE2NTcxYTk5NzAifQ&signature=AQAAATd8e-NgXtVr_aj_4-58hydHxuI65e9smQbzrihgS4u6&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRazer-Orochi-Mobile-Wireless-Gaming%2Fdp%2FB0916MW7CG%3F">Orochi V2</a>. Or maybe it’s just understated? Especially for a Razer product. Looks aside, the Orochi V2 is a very capable mobile mouse with six buttons, Bluetooth or dongle connectivity and it works with Razer’s Synapse software, so any macros you might already have can be assigned here (or make your own!).</p>
<p>At 425 (2.4Ghz) or 950 hours (BLE) you get a decent amount of time out of each battery and you can use either a single AA or AAA. It weighs just 60g, so it’s also pretty nimble. At $70, it’s edging into full-desktop mouse territory, but given that it’s big enough to actually use this full time, that seems less surprising. Especially given that you can stow the dongle under the top cover, which is more than can be said for the MX Anywhere 3 (or even the MX Master 3S).</p>
<h3>Microsoft Surface Arc</h3>
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<p>As satisfying as it is to click into shape, the hollow area under the arc does mean that your thumb and little finger don’t have anywhere to naturally rest. I also found the curve of the arc led me more into a claw position over my usual palm, which might be okay for you but gave me pause about using this for longer periods. As a purely mobile mouse, though, it’s one of the more pleasing, especially if you like its semi-trackpad nature.</p>
<h3>Microsoft Modern Mobile mouse</h3>
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<p>For one, its build quality feels far superior. It also looks more stylish (if that matters). More importantly, it has a more neutral position that feels really comfortable for a smaller mouse and doesn’t feel like it’s craning my hand forward. Throw in the fact that you can still assign app-specific controls via Microsoft’s Mouse and Keyboard center and you end up with something that’s smarter than it first seems.</p>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
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<p>If nothing else, I was surprised by the diversity of options despite my initial concern to the contrary. Who knew that Microsoft had such style, at least in the mobile category? Likewise, Razer, it turns out, makes surprisingly adept productivity mice despite its true-green gamer aesthetic. Logitech, on the other hand, is a steady hand across all categories.</p>
<p>Predictably, the MX Master 3S does seem to do most of the things I want. BUT, only really thanks to that thumbwheel. It is particularly suited for what I need. That said, I find myself quite taken by the Pro Click, and despite lacking a second scroll wheel, it pretty much matches the MX Master 3S in every other manner. It’s also lighter which is a small positive in its favor.</p>
<p>For those that prefer lightweight options (something that became more appealing to me the more I tested), then the Viper Ultimate from Razer impressed me with its balance of function and form. If you don’t need as many buttons then Logitech’s Pro X Superlight lives up to its name. I could happily live with either of these mice full time.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-wireless-mice-pc-gaming-mobile-150027822.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Grok chatbot will soon be enabled for X Premium users, Elon Musk says]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>xAI's Grok chatbot, the Elon Musk-helmed company's answer to OpenAI's ChatGPT, will be <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1772724958801649711">available</a> to X's Premium subscribers later this week. Musk has announced Grok's expanded availability in a tweet, along with an instructional video on how to post a conversation with the chatbot directly on the X website. Grok has been available to X's Premium+ subscribers since it exited early beta, but that paid tier on the social network costs $16 a month or $168 for the full year when billed annually. Since the Premium tier costs half that much at $8 a month or $84 a year, this rollout makes Grok a bit more accessible. </p>
<div id="6076bb0ba8b74c17aeaafc08e28b2927"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Later this week, Grok will be enabled for all premium subscribers (not just premium+) <a href="https://t.co/4u9lbLwe23">https://t.co/4u9lbLwe23</a></p>— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1772724958801649711?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 26, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>Musk's xAI open sourced its <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://github.com/xai-org/grok-1">Grok-1</a> model, which powers its chatbot, in mid-March. Just a couple of weeks before that, the executive <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/elon-musk-sues-openai-and-sam-altman-for-allegedly-ditching-non-profit-mission-160722736.html">sued OpenAI and Sam Altman</a>, accusing them of chasing profits and abandoning their non-profit mission. Musk was one of OpenAI's earliest supporters and funded its operations when it was just starting out. In his lawsuit, he claimed that OpenAI was developing generative artificial intelligence "to maximize profits for Microsoft, rather than for the benefit of humanity." That, he said, was a "stark betrayal of the Founding Agreement."</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>But in a <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/openai-says-elon-musks-lawsuit-allegations-are-incoherent-070056403.html">rebuttal of his claims</a>, OpenAI said that there "is no Founding Agreement, or any agreement at all with Musk" to open source its technology. The company said that Musk did not only know that it was going to transition into a for-profit entity, he was also <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/openai-says-elon-musk-wanted-it-to-merge-with-tesla-to-create-a-for-profit-entity-063050178.html?_fsig=S7tSvjoZ_eEcWTRYYiqfYw--%7EA">involved in its planning</a> and originally wanted majority equity, control of the initial board of directors and the CEO position. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-grok-chatbot-will-soon-be-enabled-for-x-premium-users-elon-musk-says-083931821.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The FTC might sue TikTok over its handling of users’ privacy and security]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>TikTok, already fighting a proposed law that could lead to a ban of the app in the United States, may soon also find itself in the crosshairs of the Federal Trade Commission. The FTC is close to wrapping up a multiyear investigation into the company, which could result in a lawsuit or major fine, <em>Politico</em> <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/03/26/biden-administration-tiktok-data-practices-00149139" data-original-link="https://www.politico.com/news/2024/03/26/biden-administration-tiktok-data-practices-00149139"><ins>reports</ins></a>.</p>
<p>The investigation is reportedly centered around the app’s privacy and security practices, including its handling of children’s user data. According to <em>Politico</em>, the FTC is looking into potential violations of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), as well as “allegations that the company misled its users by stating falsely that individuals in China do not have access to U.S. user data.” TikTok could also be penalized for violating the terms of its 2019 <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-02-27-ftc-fines-tiktok-over-child-privacy.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/2019-02-27-ftc-fines-tiktok-over-child-privacy.html"><ins>settlement</ins></a> with regulators over data privacy.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>While it’s not clear if the FTC’s investigation will result in a lawsuit or other action, the investigation is yet another source of pressure for the company as it tries to secure its future in its largest market.. After a quick passage in the House, the Senate is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/house-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-144805114.html'" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/house-passes-bill-that-could-ban-tiktok-144805114.html'"><ins>considering</ins></a> a bill that would force TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to sell the app or face an outright ban in the US. The Biden Administration, which has also tried to pressure ByteDance to divest TikTok, is <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-says-he-would-sign-bill-that-would-force-a-sale-or-ban-of-tiktok-232221156.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/joe-biden-says-he-would-sign-bill-that-would-force-a-sale-or-ban-of-tiktok-232221156.html"><ins>backing</ins></a> the measure and US intelligence officials have <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.engadget.com/senators-ask-intelligence-officials-to-declassify-details-about-tiktok-and-bytedance-180655697.html" data-original-link="https://www.engadget.com/senators-ask-intelligence-officials-to-declassify-details-about-tiktok-and-bytedance-180655697.html"><ins>briefed</ins></a> lawmakers on the alleged national security risks posed by the app.</p>
<p>TikTok didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-ftc-might-sue-tiktok-over-its-handling-of-users-privacy-and-security-224911806.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Apple <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2RldmVsb3Blci5hcHBsZS5jb20vd3dkYzI0LyIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiMmY2ZjkxMDMtZGViMy00N2Y3LWJmMGEtOWU4Y2MxM2NmY2FiIn0&signature=AQAAASb1G963FpzwAHH2JmXNzUT1gwWzpi8pMV8yAi5wqcvi&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fdeveloper.apple.com%2Fwwdc24%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://developer.apple.com/wwdc24/">just announced that</a> the 35th annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is set to occur from June 10 until June 14. The WWDC 2024 keynote is scheduled for June 10 at the Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California. The remaining festivities are online and free for developers to attend.</p>
<p>What should we expect at this year’s keynote? WWDC is typically a software-centric event, so we might hear some details on the work Apple has been doing around AI over the last year or so. Other reports indicate that Apple will show off a suite of upcoming updates, including iOS 18, iPadOS 18, tvOS 18, macOS 15 and watchOS 11, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.macrumors.com/2024/03/26/apple-announces-wwdc-2024/">according to <em>MacRumors</em></a>. It’s also likely the company will reveal the next operating system for the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-vision-pro-review-beta-testing-the-future-201430272.html">recently-released Apple Vision Pro</a> headset, visionOS 2.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>It’s even possible we’ll get some new hardware announcements. Though typically software-adjacent, last year’s WWDC <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/heres-everything-apple-announced-at-wwdc-2023-223303827.html">was chock full of product announcements</a>, from the aforementioned Vision Pro to the 15-inch M2 MacBook Air. The Mac Mini has been missing from <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-announces-new-macbook-airs-with-m3-chips-132810766.html">recent product refreshes</a>, so maybe the company will announce an M3-based update.</p>
<div id="62202a6b11ec42878826931ddd914028"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Mark your calendars for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WWDC24?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WWDC24</a>, June 10-14. It’s going to be Absolutely Incredible! <a href="https://t.co/YIln5972ZD">pic.twitter.com/YIln5972ZD</a></p>— Greg Joswiak (@gregjoz) <a href="https://twitter.com/gregjoz/status/1772671384335925493?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 26, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>As for the new software, there have been plenty of rumors regarding iOS 18. It has been reported that Apple <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/of-course-apple-wants-to-bring-googles-gemini-ai-to-iphones-144604811.html">might integrate Google’s Gemini AI</a> with Siri and various iPhone apps. Check the suspicious capitalization of "Absolutely Incredible" in the above post from Apple's VP of worldwide marketing Brad Joswiak for a winking acknowledgement of the move. It’s also been suggested that the smartphone software will allow users to place apps anywhere on the home screen grid and will offer <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apple-will-start-supporting-rcs-in-2024-182232923.html">RCS support in the Messages app</a>, along with the usual array of design changes.</p>
<p>The keynote event will be available on the Apple Developer app, the Apple website and YouTube. The company is also inviting 50 winners of its annual <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL2RldmVsb3Blci5hcHBsZS5jb20vc3dpZnQtc3R1ZGVudC1jaGFsbGVuZ2UvIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiIyZjZmOTEwMy1kZWIzLTQ3ZjctYmYwYS05ZThjYzEzY2ZjYWIifQ&signature=AQAAAUE4sb9eUuOaLMOp6FvNT8KJ4T_TzpptXu1Z2SlH05X2&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fdeveloper.apple.com%2Fswift-student-challenge%2F" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://developer.apple.com/swift-student-challenge/">Swift Student Challenge</a> to attend WWDC in person.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apples-wwdc-keynote-is-scheduled-for-june-10-180558453.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>It's taken much longer than expected but <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/microsoft/">Microsoft</a> is finally bringing keyboard and mouse (KBM) support to certain <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/xbox-cloud-gaming/">Xbox Cloud Gaming</a> titles. <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-cloud-gaming-keyboard-and-mouse-coming-205017973.html">We first heard</a> that the company planned to do so in March 2022 and it was suggested that the option might be available by that June, but evidently that did not happen. It's only now that Microsoft is starting to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2024/03/25/xbox-insider-release-notes-alpha-skip-ahead-2408-240321-2200/" data-original-link="https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2024/03/25/xbox-insider-release-notes-alpha-skip-ahead-2408-240321-2200/">let testers</a> on the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring check out KBM functions on web browsers (Edge and Chrome) and the Xbox PC app. The feature should be available more broadly soon.</p>
<p>To try out the KBM support, you'll need to be a Game Pass Ultimate subscriber (unless you want to check it out on <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/fortnite/"><em>Fortnite</em></a>, which is totally <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/fortnite-xbox-cloud-gaming-free-iphone-ipad-android-164349771.html">free to play via Xbox Cloud Gaming</a>). You'll also need to enroll in the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/08/23/join-the-pc-gaming-preview-today-and-try-out-early-features/">PC Gaming Preview program</a>. If you're testing out KBM support on a web browser, there's one more step — you'll have to switch on Preview features on your browser. To do that, click on your profile picture at <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:8;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.xbox.com/play" data-original-link="https://www.xbox.com/play">xbox.com/play</a>, select Settings and then turn on “Preview features.”</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Some supported games might still show controller elements on screen at first. You might be prompted to press A to start the game or some such. However, the game should switch to the KBM user interface as soon as you move the cursor or press a button. On browsers, KBM will only work when you're playing in full screen mode and you've clicked on the game stream for it to recognize your mouse input. You can exit KBM use by pressing F9 or hold the ESC button to leave full-screen mode.</p>
<p>The first Xbox Cloud Gaming titles to gain KBM support are <em>Fortnite </em>(browsers only), <em>Ark Survival Evolved, Sea of Thieves, Grounded, Halo Infinite, Atomic Heart, Sniper Elite 5, Deep Rock Galactic, High on Life, Zombie Army 4 Dead War, Gears Tactics, Pentiment, Doom 64 </em>and <em>Age of Empires 2</em>. There is a known issue for <em>Atomic Heart </em>at the minute. Microsoft notes that there's some difficulty switching between a controller and KBM while streaming that game.</p>
<p>This is a welcome update, especially for those who want to play first-person shooters with a KBM setup but don't have a PC with enough oomph to run current games natively. It's a good step forward for accessibility too. Xbox's cloud gaming tech is pretty solid, but here's hoping it can keep up with <em>Fortnite </em>players who can build elaborate structures in nanoseconds.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-is-finally-bringing-keyboard-and-mouse-support-to-xbox-cloud-gaming-titles-200148150.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Scientists have created a blazing-fast scientific camera that shoots images at an encoding rate of 156.3 terahertz (THz) to individual pixels — equivalent to 156.3 trillion frames per second. Dubbed SCARF (swept-coded aperture real-time femtophotography), the research-grade camera could lead to breakthroughs in fields studying micro-events that come and go too quickly for today’s most expensive scientific sensors.</p>
<p>SCARF has successfully captured ultrafast events like absorption in a semiconductor and the demagnetization of a metal alloy. The research could open new frontiers in areas as diverse as shock wave mechanics or developing more effective medicine.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Leading the research team was <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:1;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://inrs.ca/en/research/professors/jinyang-liang/" data-original-link="https://inrs.ca/en/research/professors/jinyang-liang/">Professor Jinyang Liang</a> of Canada’s Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS). He’s a globally recognized pioneer in ultrafast photography who built on his breakthroughs from a separate study six years ago. The current research was <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:2;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-45820-z" data-original-link="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-45820-z">published</a> in <em>Nature</em>, <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:3;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://inrs.ca/en/news/pushing-back-the-limits-of-optical-imaging-by-processing-trillions-of-frames-per-second/" data-original-link="https://inrs.ca/en/news/pushing-back-the-limits-of-optical-imaging-by-processing-trillions-of-frames-per-second/">summarized</a> in a press release from INRS and first <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/03/240325135711.htm" data-original-link="https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/03/240325135711.htm">reported</a> on by <em>Science Daily</em>.</p>
<p>Professor Liang and company tailored their research as a fresh take on ultrafast cameras. Typically, these systems use a sequential approach: capture frames one at a time and piece them together to observe the objects in motion. But that approach has limitations. “For example, phenomena such as femtosecond laser ablation, shock-wave interaction with living cells, and optical chaos cannot be studied this way,” Liang said.</p>
<figure><img src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/96b53710-eb9f-11ee-beec-23c95ee5fafa" data-crop-orig-src="https://s.yimg.com/os/creatr-uploaded-images/2024-03/96b53710-eb9f-11ee-beec-23c95ee5fafa" style="height:302px;width:1024px;" alt="Components of a research-grade camera spread in a row on a scientific table." data-uuid="24aba4d7-a666-398e-a47a-3951ff16ab89"><figcaption><em>SCARF</em></figcaption><div class="photo-credit">Institut national de la recherche scientifique</div></figure>
<p>The new camera builds on Liang’s previous research to upend traditional ultrafast camera logic. “SCARF overcomes these challenges,” INRS communication officer Julie Robert wrote in a statement. “Its imaging modality enables ultrafast sweeping of a static coded aperture while not shearing the ultrafast phenomenon. This provides full-sequence encoding rates of up to 156.3 THz to individual pixels on a camera with a charge-coupled device (CCD). These results can be obtained in a single shot at tunable frame rates and spatial scales in both reflection and transmission modes.”</p>
<p>In extremely simplified terms, that means the camera uses a computational imaging modality to capture spatial information by letting light enter its sensor at slightly different times. Not having to process the spatial data at the moment is part of what frees the camera to capture those extremely quick “chirped” laser pulses at up to 156.3 trillion times per second. The images’ raw data can then be processed by a computer algorithm that decodes the time-staggered inputs, transforming each of the trillions of frames into a complete picture.</p>
<p>Remarkably, it did so “using off-the-shelf and passive optical components,” as the paper describes. The team describes SCARF as low-cost with low power consumption and high measurement quality compared to existing techniques.</p>
<p>Although SCARF is focused more on research than consumers, the team is already working with two companies, Axis Photonique and Few-Cycle, to develop commercial versions, presumably for peers at other higher learning or scientific institutions.</p>
<p>For a more technical explanation of the camera and its potential applications, you can <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:5;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-45820-z" data-original-link="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-45820-z">view the full paper in <em>Nature</em></a>.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/this-camera-captures-1563-trillion-frames-per-second-184651322.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Google has a new version of Chrome for <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-12-05-qualcomm-snapdragon-8c-7c-arm-pc-specs-price.html">Windows laptops that run Qualcomm Snapdragon processors</a>. The two companies say the Snapdragon version of Chrome shows “a dramatic performance improvement.” The new Chrome variant is available for download today.</p>
<p>Although there are already <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/lenovo-made-its-first-think-pad-powered-by-a-snapdragon-chip-080035789.html">Snapdragon Windows laptops</a> you can buy, today’s announcement is mainly about paving the way for upcoming devices running on the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/the-snapdragon-x-elite-is-qualcomms-most-powerful-chip-to-date-190004830.html">Snapdragon X Elite</a>. Qualcomm says the chip will far surpass the speed of its <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/qualcomm-8cx-gen-3-7c-gen-3-arm-chipsets-windows-gaming-handheld-230008247.html">Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 line</a>. (But if you have a currently available Snapdragon-running computer, the new Chrome for Snapdragon will work there, too.)</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Google sees the companies’ long history of <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/qualcomm-reveals-its-making-a-risc-v-chip-for-android-wearables-124002464.html">working together</a> on Android (dating back 16 years) as a perk as Qualcomm tries to eat into Intel’s PC market share. “Our close collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies will help ensure that Chrome users get the best possible experience while browsing the Web on current ARM-compatible PCs,” Google Senior Vice President Hiroshi Lockheimer wrote in a press release.</p>
<p>The first Snapdragon X Elite PCs are scheduled to launch in the middle of this year. The chip is powered by 12 <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:6;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2022/11/qualcomm-oryon-custom-cpu-at-center-of-next-gen-premium-experiences-on-snapdragon-platforms" data-original-link="https://www.qualcomm.com/news/onq/2022/11/qualcomm-oryon-custom-cpu-at-center-of-next-gen-premium-experiences-on-snapdragon-platforms">Oryon cores</a> and has what Qualcomm says is double the CPU performance of Intel’s 13th-gen Core i7-1360P and i7-1355U — while using 68 percent less power. The chip is based on a 4nm design fabricated by TSMC. Typical clock speeds range from 3.8GHz to a dual-core boost of up to 4.3GHz.</p>
<p>Qualcomm even says most Windows games will <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/qualcomm-says-most-windows-games-will-work-on-its-latest-arm-laptop-chipset-152540577.html">run at nearly full speed</a> without any need to tweak code or change assets.</p>
<p>Although Intel is Qualcomm’s most direct competitor in Windows, it’s also trying to match or surpass what Apple has done with its <a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/apples-m3-chips-pro-max-003004080.html">M-series silicon</a>. Qualcomm’s challenge is doing that on different hardware from various companies — something Apple doesn’t have to worry about with its integrated model.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/google-says-its-new-version-of-chrome-for-windows-laptops-with-snapdragon-chips-is-much-faster-160041692.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Breville's Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro is 20 percent off on Amazon]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>The Amazon Big Spring Sale might be over, but there are still plenty of deals worth shopping across the site. Anyone looking to upgrade their meals will want to check out the 20 percent discounts on <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL3N0b3Jlcy9wYWdlLzA4QkZCQ0RFLUEwOUItNDkxNy1BQzhBLURBRTlDMkU1NjJDMj90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtdi1idC0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiN2JmZDEyYWEtNmQxMC00M2E5LTk1NGEtMzQ1ZTczNTAwMTliIn0&signature=AQAAAQlmBuYbKPecjdyD_VP-u4K1N5UCI_qhi5Zp7j3G87DP&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fstores%2Fpage%2F08BFBCDE-A09B-4917-AC8A-DAE9C2E562C2" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/08BFBCDE-A09B-4917-AC8A-DAE9C2E562C2?ingress=2&visitId=cb4dda14-b8fe-4555-b806-038687503b4d&store_ref=bl_ast_dp_brandLogo_sto&ref_=ast_bln">Breville's Smart Ovens</a>, including the <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0JyZXZpbGxlLUJPVjkwMEJTUy1Db252ZWN0aW9uLUJydXNoZWQtU3RhaW5sZXNzL2RwL0IwMU41VVBUWlM_dGFnPWdkZ3QwYy1wLXYtYnQtMjAiLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6IjdiZmQxMmFhLTZkMTAtNDNhOS05NTRhLTM0NWU3MzUwMDE5YiJ9&signature=AQAAAe1sl8KcFEZhm6AlVJD6t00OlyPcLs4kWro6BD2MTL1a&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBreville-BOV900BSS-Convection-Brushed-Stainless%2Fdp%2FB01N5UPTZS" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Breville-BOV900BSS-Convection-Brushed-Stainless/dp/B01N5UPTZS?">Air Fryer Pro</a>. Our pick for <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-air-fryers-133047180.html">2024's best air fryer toaster oven</a> is down to $320 from $400 — its Black Friday low.</p>
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<p>Breville's Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro allows you to cook almost anything you want. It has 13 cooking settings, ranging from typical ones like broil, bake and warm to more specific options like cookies, proof and dehydrate. Taking up one cubic foot of space, the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/breville-smart-ovens-are-down-to-record-low-prices-right-now-130045017.html">Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro</a> is basically a second oven that can make perfectly crispy fries. In fact, it's so big you could fit a 14-pound turkey, 9x13 sheets or a Dutch Oven inside it. </p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>Worth noting: Despite having the title "Smart Oven," Breville's Air Fryer Pro, it's not smart in the way most things these days are. <a data-i13n="elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://shopping.yahoo.com/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&siteId=us-engadget&pageId=1p-autolink&featureId=text-link&merchantName=Amazon&custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0JyZXZpbGxlLUpvdWxlLUZyeWVyLUJPVjk1MEJTVC1TdGFpbmxlc3MvZHAvQjBCWUZSN1QyMy9yZWY9c3JfMV8xP3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC12LWJ0LTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI3YmZkMTJhYS02ZDEwLTQzYTktOTU0YS0zNDVlNzM1MDAxOWIifQ&signature=AQAAAb2Rz7BxF90XzMIzFpjIlkLfHlwe17cgX89gV6BFZ4DZ&gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBreville-Joule-Fryer-BOV950BST-Stainless%2Fdp%2FB0BYFR7T23%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1" class="rapid-with-clickid" data-original-link="https://www.amazon.com/Breville-Joule-Fryer-BOV950BST-Stainless/dp/B0BYFR7T23/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OM94KT0TWD5P&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.cw-YUpMXhPpK6pg9c2IdFVfI_j6J1CgxCo7TME3Cs-Rhk6LuPt2B60INQTotig-JXkj67WkE71kOqs2mDYb3CRwScaFVTS4r1tFu3gpy6vak1tLyuq-B99h76b5L54UqCLPNug2tazFcRjwVv7Ymjvx9ysSFckn-MtWZg8-Y3TGobRX436qKvApgpveltMRVDyl1ghpGcGXz3doy_PdY5icCQ4QxWMnrTxZ6cW01xng.PV_U0u7MQptLBLwdJmYM-kZX3RHuuPNKBw4tWMyQioQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=breville+joule&qid=1711464846&sprefix=breville+joule%2Caps%2C163&sr=8-1">Breville's Joule Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro</a> is the one to go with if you want an actual "smart" device — as in one that can talk to Alexa. It will notify you when your food is done and offer guided recipes in an app, among other perks. Plus, it's also 20 percent off right now, down to $440 from $550.</p>
<p><em>Follow </em><a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://twitter.com/EngadgetDeals"><em>@EngadgetDeals</em></a><em> on Twitter and </em><a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://subscription.yahoo.net/Newsletter/Preference/sub?b=engadgetdeals&src"><em>subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter</em></a><em> for the latest tech deals and buying advice.</em></p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/brevilles-smart-oven-air-fryer-pro-is-20-percent-off-on-amazon-151007320.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/microsoft/"><ins>Microsoft</ins></a> is continuing on its mission to inject AI into more of its products and features. For one thing, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/copilot/"><ins>Copilot</ins></a> is coming to more parts of <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/tag/microsoft-teams/"><ins>Teams</ins></a> in the coming months, including the meeting chat and the chat compose box.</p>
<p>The AI will soon be able to offer you insights and information from the meeting chat and the transcript, so if something was either written or spoken, Copilot will be able to pull from it. Microsoft says that when you open Copilot in a meeting chat, you’ll have a “more comprehensive and inclusive view” of what you and your collaborators discussed.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>As far as bringing Copilot to the message compose box goes, the AI can now help you rewrite a drafted message based on a custom prompt. So if you’d like to add a call to action or a joke, you can ask Copilot to do that. In the near future, the AI will be able to generate a new message by pulling from context in the Teams chat. That should at least give you a jumping-off point and you can tweak the suggested message as you see fit.</p>
<p>In addition, an intelligent call recap feature is coming to Teams. This automatically generates notes and action items from within the Calls app. This will be available for both Teams Premium and Copilot next quarter.</p>
<p>Elsewhere, Microsoft is rolling out some features aimed at improving hybrid meetings. IntelliFrame taps into CloudAI to create an individual video feed for each person who’s physically attending a Teams Rooms meeting, so that everyone has a similar panel. The feature will now be enabled by default on Teams Rooms devices.</p>
<p>On top of that, Microsoft is planning to roll out an option for IntelliFrame called automatic camera switching. This will use AI to present the best view of each person in a meeting room, whether that’s from the front-of-room camera or their own laptop’s webcam. If someone’s obstructed in one camera view, IntelliFrame will try to <a data-i13n="elm:context_link;elmt:doNotAffiliate;cpos:4;pos:1" class="no-affiliate-link" href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/videoplayer/embed/RW1jNox" data-original-link="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/videoplayer/embed/RW1jNox">switch to a clearer look at them</a>.</p>
<p>On a similar note, speaker recognition tech will aim to improve the accuracy of transcripts and Copilot insights. Microsoft says this feature will be available as a preview in Teams Rooms in April.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/microsoft-is-bringing-more-copilot-smarts-to-teams-143058238.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The PS5's Game Help feature will start sourcing videos from other players]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Game Help, which provides developer-created tips and videos to help you progress without leaving the game, has been a staple of players' <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-playstation-5-accessories-140018902.html">PlayStation 5</a> experience since it launched in 2020. Now, <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://blog.playstation.com/2024/03/26/introducing-community-game-help-a-new-enhancement-for-game-help-powered-by-user-generated-content/?sf272392794=1">Sony has announced Community Game Help</a>, an expansion of the feature allowing you to view hint videos of other users' gameplay across select titles. </p>
<p>Community tips will be accessible in the same way as Game Help: click the PS button, launch the Control Center, and find an Action Card labeled "Hints Inside." Any card with gamer videos will have a Community Game Help label. In addition to using these tips, Sony encourages players to rate how helpful each tip is to inform which videos will show up in the future. </p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>You can opt-in or out of allowing Sony to use clips from your <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/best-relaxing-video-games-140048572.html">gameplay</a> as hints for other players. If you choose to share, then Sony will automatically capture videos while you play certain parts of a game. However, any streaming or other personal info appearing on your screen won't be shown in the shared videos. You should also receive a notification if Sony shares your gameplay as a hint. Moderators will reportedly sort through all the videos and determine which should be included in the Community Game Help cards — though the feature won't be available for another few months. </p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-ps5s-game-help-feature-will-start-sourcing-videos-from-other-players-132115286.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The Blipblox myTRACKS groovebox is a complete music production studio for kids]]></title>
<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Back when I was a kid (puts on old man glasses) <a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySiGJmDCjG8">we had the Casio SK-1</a>. We’d spend all day making samples of burps and turning them into stupid little songs, but that’s about as far as it went. You couldn’t layer tracks or anything. Modern children, however, are about to get an actual full-featured groovebox, thanks to Playtime Engineering.</p>
<p>The <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://blipblox.com/pages/blipblox-mytracks">Blipblox myTRACKS</a> is a complete music production studio, according to Playtime. It features a built-in microphone for sampling (just like the Casio SK-1) but also 50 instrument sounds and 25 pads to play them on. These sounds can be arranged into five tracks, resembling many grooveboxes intended for adults, and there are two FX processors and a range of effects. Sure, it looks like a toy and probably feels like a toy, but it’s not really a toy. To that end, the announcement video shows an adult going to town on the thing once the kids are asleep.</p>
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<p>You can transform sounds and add effects via two bright purple levers on the side, which work just like typical mod wheels. You’ll be able to buy sound packs online and upload them via USB-C. There's even a MIDI port. It's a groovebox, though not as high-tech as something like the <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/teenage-engineering-op-1-field-172141261.html">Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field</a>, or the <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-09-05-roland-groovebox-mc-101-707-synth-drum-machine.html">Roland MC-707</a>. </p>
<p>Downloading sound packs and modulating effects may be a bit too complicated for the younger kids in your life, but the myTRACKS also includes hundreds of built-in melodies and drum loops to play around with and have fun. There’s also a randomization feature that the company says “instantly creates new songs for unlimited fun and inspiration.” These songs are likely to annoy you as you go about household chores, but it's better than a child staring at a tablet all day, right?</p>
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<p>Now the bad news. The kid-centric groovebox is just a Kickstarter project, for now, with shipments eventually going out in November. However, this isn’t Playtime Engineering’s first rodeo with this type of gadget. The company has released numerous child-friendly synthesizers and music-making devices <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://blipblox.com/">in its Blipblox line</a>. There’s the <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/2019-07-03-blipblox-hands-on-synthesizer-for-kids.html">original Blipblox synth</a> and the <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/blipblox-after-dark-synthesizer-handson-153013376.html">more recent Blipblox After Dark</a>. We praised both of these instruments for being appropriate for children, but still enjoyable for adults. The myTRACKS Kickstarter goes live on April 9 and pricing will range from $250 to $300 for backers.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-blipblox-mytracks-groovebox-is-a-complete-music-production-studio-for-kids-130046515.html?src=rss]]></description>
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<description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><a data-i13n="cpos:1;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/rohingya-lawsuit-facebook-meta-genocide-150644112.html">Meta's relationship with politics</a> and <a data-i13n="cpos:2;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/new-research-shows-how-metas-algorithms-shaped-users-2020-election-feeds-213002211.html">political content</a> on its platforms has been a source of <a data-i13n="cpos:3;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/senate-letter-to-mark-zuckerberg-meta-election-misinformation-171719009.html">enormous controversy</a>, with the platform routinely accused of highlighting material designed to rile up users <a data-i13n="cpos:4;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-2022-us-midterm-elections-anti-misinformation-strategy-193235493.html">in the name of engagement</a>. The company has, in recent years, <a data-i13n="cpos:5;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/researchers-ask-meta-to-keep-crowdtangle-online-until-after-2024-elections-211527731.html">tried to distance itself</a> from its reputation and is now allowing users to <a data-i13n="cpos:6;pos:1" href="https://about.instagram.com/blog/announcements/continuing-our-approach-to-political-content-on-instagram-and-threads/">restrict algorithmically-suggested political content on both Threads and Instagram</a>. Meta defines political content as "likely to mention governments, elections, or social topics that affect a group of people and/or society at large" — so, in reality, almost everything. The option to limit this far from narrow set of posts is now rolling out to users with the setting automatically set to on by default, the company confirmed to <a data-i13n="cpos:7;pos:1" href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/25/24111604/meta-setting-downranks-politics-instagram-threads"><em>The Verge</em></a><em>.</em></p>
<p><a data-i13n="cpos:8;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/instagram-and-threads-will-no-longer-recommend-political-content-180521125.html">Meta first announced the feature in February</a>, sharing that the company wants "Instagram and Threads to be a great experience for everyone." <a data-i13n="cpos:9;pos:1" href="https://about.instagram.com/blog/announcements/continuing-our-approach-to-political-content-on-instagram-and-threads/">The statement</a> continued, "If you decide to follow accounts that post political content, we don't want to get between you and their posts, but we also don't want to proactively recommend political content from accounts you don't follow." Basically, if you turn on this feature, it will limit political content visibility through Explore, <a data-i13n="cpos:10;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/instagram-makes-public-reels-downloadable-for-everyone-120638475.html">Reels</a>, in-feed recommendations, and suggested users. Political posts from accounts you follow should appear in your feed as usual.</p>
<span id="end-legacy-contents"></span><p>You can check if the feature has reached your account or turn it off in Instagram's settings. Just go to suggested content, and you'll see a tab called political content. Click on that, and there will be two options: limit or don't limit <a data-i13n="cpos:11;pos:1" href="https://www.engadget.com/meta-is-testing-a-trending-topics-feature-on-threads-201812349.html">political content</a> from accounts you don't follow. However, choosing to restrict it doesn't necessarily mean a total embargo. A note under the open specifies, "You might see less political or social topics in your suggested content." Whichever you choose will apply to both Instagram and Threads.</p>This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/meta-limits-political-content-recommendations-on-instagram-and-threads-123033533.html?src=rss]]></description>
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