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Bethesda Wants To "Save" Single-Player Games With Their New Campaign
- December 09, 2017
During this year's The Video Games Awards event, Bethesda presented a video in which it clearly stated that it will keep making single-player games. That's a lot of single player happiness at a great price and just in time for the holidays too when you can work to convert those who've never enjoyed the thrill of a great single player experience. (more...)
- December 09, 2017
During this year's The Video Games Awards event, Bethesda presented a video in which it clearly stated that it will keep making single-player games. That's a lot of single player happiness at a great price and just in time for the holidays too when you can work to convert those who've never enjoyed the thrill of a great single player experience. (more...)
Amazon Echo speakers and Music Unlimited head to 28 more countries
- December 09, 2017
Google has been rumoured to be working on a new music streaming service for quite some time. The new service was internally codenamed as "Remix", featuring on-demand streaming with video clips along with other YouTube-like features. They're also in talks with Merlin, a consortium of various independent labels. Amazon Music Unlimited gives you access to 40 million songs, new worldwide playlists, personalized playlists and stations, new releases, and unlimited ad-free streaming. (more...)
- December 09, 2017
Google has been rumoured to be working on a new music streaming service for quite some time. The new service was internally codenamed as "Remix", featuring on-demand streaming with video clips along with other YouTube-like features. They're also in talks with Merlin, a consortium of various independent labels. Amazon Music Unlimited gives you access to 40 million songs, new worldwide playlists, personalized playlists and stations, new releases, and unlimited ad-free streaming. (more...)
Redmi 5, Redmi 5 Plus With Bezel-Less Design, Large Battery Launched
- December 09, 2017
The Redmi 5A comes with a metallic matte finish and offers eight days of standby battery. The smartphone is available in two variants, 2GB+16GB which is priced at Rs 5,999 and 3GB+32GB variant which is priced at Rs 6,999. SImilar to the Redmi 4A, the Xiaomi Redmi 5A features the quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset clocked at 1.4GHx. Post sale, Xiaomi India Managing Director and Vice President Manu Kumar Jain took to Twitter to reveal that the response for Redmi 5A has been ... (more...)
- December 09, 2017
The Redmi 5A comes with a metallic matte finish and offers eight days of standby battery. The smartphone is available in two variants, 2GB+16GB which is priced at Rs 5,999 and 3GB+32GB variant which is priced at Rs 6,999. SImilar to the Redmi 4A, the Xiaomi Redmi 5A features the quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 chipset clocked at 1.4GHx. Post sale, Xiaomi India Managing Director and Vice President Manu Kumar Jain took to Twitter to reveal that the response for Redmi 5A has been ... (more...)
Romancing SaGa 2 Remastered Confirmed For All Platforms
- December 09, 2017
Sit upon the throne of the Varennes Empire and control several generations of rulers in a valiant battle against the Seven Heroes. Romancing SaGa 2is available in Japan for PlayStation Vita and worldwide on iOS and Android. Romancing SaGa 2 is actually the fifth game in the SaGa series, following the first Romancing SaGa and the three Final Fantasy Legend games on the Game Boy. (more...)
- December 09, 2017
Sit upon the throne of the Varennes Empire and control several generations of rulers in a valiant battle against the Seven Heroes. Romancing SaGa 2is available in Japan for PlayStation Vita and worldwide on iOS and Android. Romancing SaGa 2 is actually the fifth game in the SaGa series, following the first Romancing SaGa and the three Final Fantasy Legend games on the Game Boy. (more...)
California Fires Burning So Strong They're Visible From Outer Space
- December 09, 2017
Everything in the fire's path in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, including vegetation and homes, is burning. The fires mainly affected a forested, hilly area north of Ventura, but flames have encroached into the northern edge of the city. (more...)
- December 09, 2017
Everything in the fire's path in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, including vegetation and homes, is burning. The fires mainly affected a forested, hilly area north of Ventura, but flames have encroached into the northern edge of the city. (more...)
Olympics chief seeks North Korea visit
- December 09, 2017
Only Russians who are invited by an IOC-appointed panel can compete at the February 9-25 games as an "Olympic Athlete from Russia", in a neutral uniform and without their flag or anthem. Usmanov asked the International Olympic Committee to let Russian gold medallists "reach the summit of their dream and see the flag of their motherland in Pyeongchang's sky". (more...)
- December 09, 2017
Only Russians who are invited by an IOC-appointed panel can compete at the February 9-25 games as an "Olympic Athlete from Russia", in a neutral uniform and without their flag or anthem. Usmanov asked the International Olympic Committee to let Russian gold medallists "reach the summit of their dream and see the flag of their motherland in Pyeongchang's sky". (more...)
This Is What the Devastating California Wildfires Look Like From Space
- December 09, 2017
The ESA image shows the burn scar on the fire's second day, a powerful indication of how fast the blaze devastated the Ventura County hills. The images offer a different perspective on the scope of the fires, with most capturing massive plumes of smoke. (more...)
- December 09, 2017
The ESA image shows the burn scar on the fire's second day, a powerful indication of how fast the blaze devastated the Ventura County hills. The images offer a different perspective on the scope of the fires, with most capturing massive plumes of smoke. (more...)
Here's How Friends Free Trial Works, New Trailer Raises The Hype
- December 08, 2017
As long as you know someone who has purchased A Way Out, you can download the trial and play "the entire co-op experience" with that person without paying for it, said EA. A Way Out is a story-based game that looks like it should be a mostly single-player experience, but it is very much a linear co-op game that forces you to work together with another player to proceed in the story. (more...)
- December 08, 2017
As long as you know someone who has purchased A Way Out, you can download the trial and play "the entire co-op experience" with that person without paying for it, said EA. A Way Out is a story-based game that looks like it should be a mostly single-player experience, but it is very much a linear co-op game that forces you to work together with another player to proceed in the story. (more...)
OnePlus says it's working with Snapchat to fix camera issues
- December 08, 2017
The OxygenOS 4.7.4 is 285MB in size, and is based on Android Nougat. The OnePlus 5T Star Wars Limited Edition comes with some cool themes and also looks different with a Storm Trooper white finish that kind of reminds us of the Black and White Pixel 2 smartphones. (more...)
- December 08, 2017
The OxygenOS 4.7.4 is 285MB in size, and is based on Android Nougat. The OnePlus 5T Star Wars Limited Edition comes with some cool themes and also looks different with a Storm Trooper white finish that kind of reminds us of the Black and White Pixel 2 smartphones. (more...)
Cold start to Thursday
- December 08, 2017
Highs: Mid-30s to around 40. Some spots, especially farther north and west, might not see anything. It remains cold on Thursday with temperatures are in the upper 30s. Thursday: Sunny. Highs in the upper 40s. A light to moderate southerly breeze may help create this quick one-day thaw. While we've had a few lake-effect snow showers periodically over the last few days, our accumulations have been on the lighter side, merely a tease for those hoping for snow . (more...)
- December 08, 2017
Highs: Mid-30s to around 40. Some spots, especially farther north and west, might not see anything. It remains cold on Thursday with temperatures are in the upper 30s. Thursday: Sunny. Highs in the upper 40s. A light to moderate southerly breeze may help create this quick one-day thaw. While we've had a few lake-effect snow showers periodically over the last few days, our accumulations have been on the lighter side, merely a tease for those hoping for snow . (more...)
Epic Reveals 50v50 Battle Royale Map & It's Available Now
- December 08, 2017
The game's latest 1.9.1 patch added support for 4K on the Xbox One X and, "due to overwhelming popular demand", formalised what has quickly become one of Fortnite's headline features: rocket surfing. Although the PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds developer has not been too happy with Fortnite Battle Royale , Epic seems to have a mega-hit on their hands. (more...)
- December 08, 2017
The game's latest 1.9.1 patch added support for 4K on the Xbox One X and, "due to overwhelming popular demand", formalised what has quickly become one of Fortnite's headline features: rocket surfing. Although the PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds developer has not been too happy with Fortnite Battle Royale , Epic seems to have a mega-hit on their hands. (more...)
Here's the first in-game footage of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' new desert map
- December 08, 2017
Studio heads at PUBG Corp. strolled into the third hour of The Game Awards 2017 to relish in the success of a title that has sold 24 million units since March earlier this year. The abandoned factory town of Chumacera looks to be an interesting location to visit, and the oceanside Valle del Mar (Valley of the Sea) will play an important role, connecting a prison island to the map's mainland. (more...)
- December 08, 2017
Studio heads at PUBG Corp. strolled into the third hour of The Game Awards 2017 to relish in the success of a title that has sold 24 million units since March earlier this year. The abandoned factory town of Chumacera looks to be an interesting location to visit, and the oceanside Valle del Mar (Valley of the Sea) will play an important role, connecting a prison island to the map's mainland. (more...)
Techland reveals Dying Light: Bad Blood PvP expansion
- December 08, 2017
This is just the latest game to follow the battle royale craze after PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' enormous success and Fortnite's own battle royale mode. But remember, the clock is ticking. Use your parkour skills to swiftly traverse the city, scavenging for weapons that will give you an edge over your opponents. (more...)
- December 08, 2017
This is just the latest game to follow the battle royale craze after PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds' enormous success and Fortnite's own battle royale mode. But remember, the clock is ticking. Use your parkour skills to swiftly traverse the city, scavenging for weapons that will give you an edge over your opponents. (more...)
These 15 vehicles are IIHS' top safety picks for 2018
- December 08, 2017
Another 47 vehicles earned the next-tier Top Safety Pick award with Toyota producing the most vehicles on that list, followed by Hyundai with nine. This year the criteria proved a bit more hard to meet. " Most drivers when they buy a vehicle they think the passenger is going to be protected as well as they are". (more...)
- December 08, 2017
Another 47 vehicles earned the next-tier Top Safety Pick award with Toyota producing the most vehicles on that list, followed by Hyundai with nine. This year the criteria proved a bit more hard to meet. " Most drivers when they buy a vehicle they think the passenger is going to be protected as well as they are". (more...)
Mark Your Calendars for a Superb Geminid Meteor Shower
- December 07, 2017
Every year on about the same dates, Earth passes through swarms of rocky particles associated with the orbits of various comets. Beginning on Thursday, Dec. But some of them will be bright meteors, maybe a few brighter than any star or planet, or even as bright as the moon. Geminids meteor shower 2017: What is it? Geminids come in all colors, sometimes have boisterous flaring, bursting flights, and sometimes leave lingering, luminous trails. (more...)
- December 07, 2017
Every year on about the same dates, Earth passes through swarms of rocky particles associated with the orbits of various comets. Beginning on Thursday, Dec. But some of them will be bright meteors, maybe a few brighter than any star or planet, or even as bright as the moon. Geminids meteor shower 2017: What is it? Geminids come in all colors, sometimes have boisterous flaring, bursting flights, and sometimes leave lingering, luminous trails. (more...)
Little Foot skeleton revealed
- December 07, 2017
Clarke, who began his paleoanthropology career in Kenya in 1963, said Little Foot was by far the most complete skeleton of a human ancestor, older than 1.5 million years, ever found. The results of the decades of studies will soon be released in a series of more than 25 scientific papers, the scientists involved say. After years of painstaking excavation and preparation, "the most complete skeleton of a human ancestor" has been revealed to the world. (more...)
- December 07, 2017
Clarke, who began his paleoanthropology career in Kenya in 1963, said Little Foot was by far the most complete skeleton of a human ancestor, older than 1.5 million years, ever found. The results of the decades of studies will soon be released in a series of more than 25 scientific papers, the scientists involved say. After years of painstaking excavation and preparation, "the most complete skeleton of a human ancestor" has been revealed to the world. (more...)
Instagram tests standalone messaging app called Direct
- December 07, 2017
If Instagram users want to send or read private messages, they will now have to open the Direct app. "We want Instagram to be a place for all of your moments, and private sharing with close friends is an important part of that", Hemal Shah, an Instagram product manager, told me. (more...)
- December 07, 2017
If Instagram users want to send or read private messages, they will now have to open the Direct app. "We want Instagram to be a place for all of your moments, and private sharing with close friends is an important part of that", Hemal Shah, an Instagram product manager, told me. (more...)
Apple Unveils App and Game of the Year, Best of 2017
- December 07, 2017
Apple has unveiled its 2017 charts and trends, celebrating the most popular apps , music, movies, TV shows, books and podcasts across the App Store, Apple Music , iTunes, iBooks and Apple Podcasts. Last year, Pokemon Go was a new entry to the top 10, but this year, it failed to make it to the list of the free top apps and even in the free games category, which is led by Super Mario Run . (more...)
- December 07, 2017
Apple has unveiled its 2017 charts and trends, celebrating the most popular apps , music, movies, TV shows, books and podcasts across the App Store, Apple Music , iTunes, iBooks and Apple Podcasts. Last year, Pokemon Go was a new entry to the top 10, but this year, it failed to make it to the list of the free top apps and even in the free games category, which is led by Super Mario Run . (more...)
Apple might move back to metal for one iPhone 9 model
- December 07, 2017
The magazine said, 'The iPhone X is an innovative device with a fantastic camera and attractive display, but other phones are tougher and can operate longer on a charge'. Read the full report from Nikkei . Alongside this metal-backed iPhone, the source claims Apple is tentatively planning two new OLED handsets, one of which would be around 5.8 inches (like the iPhone X , which is now Apple's only OLED phone) and one of roughly 6.3 inches. (more...)
- December 07, 2017
The magazine said, 'The iPhone X is an innovative device with a fantastic camera and attractive display, but other phones are tougher and can operate longer on a charge'. Read the full report from Nikkei . Alongside this metal-backed iPhone, the source claims Apple is tentatively planning two new OLED handsets, one of which would be around 5.8 inches (like the iPhone X , which is now Apple's only OLED phone) and one of roughly 6.3 inches. (more...)
Battlegrounds new desert map detailed, welcome to Miramar
- December 07, 2017
I feel like I shouldn't have to append this piece with a warning, but I also feel like Xbox Australia might have underestimated how fucking bonkers some of you PUBG fans are so, please, best behaviour okay? In addition to the locations unveiled today, there should be plenty of other exciting places to visit in the map as well, but the developer is letting players discover the rest of the map for themselves to not take away the experience. (more...)
- December 07, 2017
I feel like I shouldn't have to append this piece with a warning, but I also feel like Xbox Australia might have underestimated how fucking bonkers some of you PUBG fans are so, please, best behaviour okay? In addition to the locations unveiled today, there should be plenty of other exciting places to visit in the map as well, but the developer is letting players discover the rest of the map for themselves to not take away the experience. (more...)
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