In a world where visuals often dominate the gaming landscape, it’s easy to overlook the power and potential of audio-only games. These games, which rely solely on sound to immerse players in new worlds and experiences, have immense accessibility implications. By stripping away the visual element, audio games allow people who are visually impaired to
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iPhone users now have the opportunity to experience the nostalgia of playing classic PlayStation games on their devices without the need for jailbreaking. A new PS1 emulator called Gamma has recently been released on the iOS App Store, allowing users to immerse themselves in blocky polygons and shifty textures reminiscent of the original PlayStation console.
Google is gearing up to host its annual Google I/O developer conference, set to begin on Tuesday, May 14th. The focus of this year’s event is primarily on artificial intelligence (AI). Since last year’s conference, Google has introduced Gemini, a new, more potent model designed to rival OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Additionally, the company has been actively
In recent years, the right-to-repair movement has gained significant traction, with several states passing laws that make it easier for consumers to repair their own devices. While obtaining parts and manuals is a crucial aspect of this process, having the right tools is equally important. One such essential toolset in the realm of DIY device
In a recent announcement at the Bloomberg Technology Summit, Xbox president Sarah Bond revealed Microsoft’s plans to launch an Xbox mobile gaming store in July. This store will focus on first-party mobile games from Microsoft’s various studios and aims to provide a seamless gaming experience across all devices, regardless of closed ecosystem store policies. Xbox
Apple recently released a new advertisement for its iPad Pro that quickly garnered widespread criticism within the creative community. The commercial, titled “Crush!”, aimed to showcase the creative possibilities of the new M4-powered iPad Pro by depicting various artistic elements being crushed under a hydraulic press, leaving only the iPad Pro intact. However, instead of
Walmart and Disney have recently announced a partnership that allows advertisers to leverage Walmart’s shopping data to target Disney’s streaming portfolio, including Disney Plus and Hulu. This collaboration between Disney Advertising and Walmart Connect aims to provide advertisers with the tools to effectively target audiences and measure data for better results. One of the key
DeepMind, a subsidiary of Google, has recently introduced an enhanced version of its AI model, AlphaFold 3, which can now predict the structures of various molecules beyond just proteins. This breakthrough is expected to revolutionize research in medicine, agriculture, materials science, and drug development by offering more accurate predictions and insights. With a 50 percent
In a surprising turn of events, Disney Plus and Hulu have posted a profit for the first time. The recent earnings report from Disney revealed that the combined streaming services made $47 million this past quarter, a significant improvement from the $587 million loss reported at the same time last year. While this is a
In a recent listing on the Japanese Yahoo Auctions site, a pre-production version of the Super Famicom, the Japanese equivalent of the Super Nintendo (SNES), has caught the attention of video game enthusiasts. This particular prototype features some unique differences from the final production model, such as a headphone jack and volume wheel on the