TikTok Tailors a Sleek, New Experience for Tablet and Foldable Device Users Welcome to the era where your favorite bite-sized videos are getting a significant makeover, at least when it comes to how you view them on larger screens. TikTok, the platform synonymous with trendy dances and viral challenges, is branching out to enhance the user experience on devices that boast a little more screen real estate: tablets and foldables.
In the heart of innovation, TikTok's latest update is more than a subtle tweak. It's a transformation that caters to the user's eyes and fingers as they navigate through endless streams of creativity. This change prioritizes a cleaner feed, slick navigation, and multitasking-friendly...
Dec 19, 2023
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Unlocking Maximum Gaming Performance on Intel Core Ultra Laptops: The 16GB Dual-Channel Imperative The technological landscape is constantly advancing, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the high-octane world of gaming laptops. Intel has upped the ante with its latest directive for the Core Ultra lineup, setting the bar high by establishing a 16GB dual-channel memory requirement for those seeking the summit of gaming performance. This move speaks to an unwavering commitment to delivering a superior visual experience for gamers and creatives alike.
As Intel ventures further into the realm of high-fidelity gaming with its new Meteor Lake chips, the specifications for optimal performance become more stringent. These processors are integrated with potent...
Dec 17, 2023
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The Trailer For The Last Of Us: Part II Remastered Showcases The 'No Return' Mode Naughty Dog emphasized the inclusion of a new No Return mode as a key feature during the announcement of The Last of Us: Part II Remastered. While only brief snapshots were provided in the initial reveal trailer, PlayStation Studios has now turned their attention to highlighting this rogue-like mode in a dedicated trailer to coincide with the commencement of pre-orders.
The trailer offers insights into gameplay where players can step into the shoes of characters such as Ellie, Abby, Dina, Jesse, Lev, and Tommy, among others. Each character must navigate through various zones teeming with standard infected creatures, formidable bloaters, and...
Dec 05, 2023
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Starfield's Player Base Has Now Exceeded The 12 Million Mark We recently found out that Starfield has reached a new milestone with over 11 million players, an achievement hot on the heels of its impressive milestone of 10 million players achieved shortly after its launch in mid-September. Bethesda Game Studios' latest title continues to make waves, now having eclipsed the 12 million player mark.
During a panel at CCXP in Brazil, Phil Spencer, the head of Microsoft Gaming, announced: "Since its release, Starfield has brought in more than 12 million players and consistently remains among our top ten most played games across our studios. I want to extend a huge thank...
Dec 04, 2023
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Revolutionizing Role-Playing: How a New Starfield Mod Enhances Immersion Have you ever been jarred out of a gaming experience by an intense, unavoidable zoom-in on a character's face? Bethesda's much-anticipated space odyssey, Starfield, despite all its boundless exploration and rich storytelling, initially came with a dialogue mechanic that some found too reminiscent of the days of Oblivion. A bit too close for comfort, players were locked into a close-up view every time they engaged in conversation until now. A transformative mod is here to change the way we interact with the universe, ensuring our interstellar encounters feel more natural than ever.
This innovative mod is called 'Disable Dialogue Camera,' and...
Nov 27, 2023
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Social Media Managers Rejoice: Headline Previews Return to X In an unexpected twist, Elon Musk announces a reversal of a recent change on the social media platform X, which has significantly altered the landscape for content sharing. Previously, Musk had pushed for a cleaner aesthetic by removing headline previews from links shared on posts within X, opting for a minimalistic approach that strangely left content consumers in the dark.
The removal of preview text and headlines had been a point of contention for social media managers, who found the change stifling the effectiveness of their content distribution strategies. With these descriptive cues, users had a context for the shared links...
Nov 26, 2023
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Assassin's Creed Mirage Gets Update Patch 1.0.5 with Multiple Enhancements and Bug Fixes A new update for the Assassin's Creed Mirage, known as patch 1.0.5, will go live tomorrow on all platforms. This patch brings an anticipated feature, amongst other improvements. It introduces the option to switch chromatic aberration on or off.
The size of the title update varies from 3GB to 6 GB. Gamers can download it starting at 1200 UTC / 1 PM UK / 7 AM ET / 4 AM PT tomorrow. Previously, the PC version showcased the capabilities of chromatic aberration-free graphics. Compared to the original, the modded version displayed exceptional video quality. Unfortunately, the color distortion could only be...
Nov 07, 2023
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YouTube Unveils New AI Features to Enhance User Experience In a recent announcement, YouTube revealed its plan to test new artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. Aimed at benefiting paid subscribers, the new features consist of a conversational tool that uses AI algorithms to answer queries and tailor content suggestions, as well as an apparatus to summarize discussion topics in video comments.
Expected to roll out in the coming weeks, these features will be optional for users via youtube.com/new, which is YouTube's experimental hub. Initially, the AI-driven conversational tool will be made available in the U.S., exclusive to Android devices. The option labeled "Ask," present on the video watch page, will enable...
Nov 06, 2023
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Microsoft Edge's Unexpected Questionnaire: An In-depth Look into the New Feature In an intriguing twist, Microsoft Edge has introduced a fresh feature that triggers a survey when users attempt to download the popular Google Chrome browser. This development, initially reported by Neowin, has sparked a myriad of reactions among tech enthusiasts and regular users alike. Edge, known for its resilience in the face of competition, appears to be doubling down on its efforts to retain and understand its user base.
The survey, which pops up in the Activity Center sidebar, requests the user to select one from eight listed reasons for their decision to switch to Chrome. This data collection tactic, while...
Oct 27, 2023
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Unraveling the Mystery: Nvidia's Anticipated RTX 4080 Upgrade in 2024 Get ready, gaming enthusiasts! The latest buzz in the market revolves around tech giant Nvidia and its plans to debut an upgraded version of its GeForce RTX 4080 in early 2024. But before you start celebrating, this release might not be the magic fix you're hoping for to navigate the chaotic Ada GPU line-up Nvidia has given us so far.
According to a recent online leak, this new and improved version of RTX 4080 will be using a scaled-down AD102 GPU - the power behind the spectacular RTX 4090. While much is left to speculation – whether it will be Super...
Oct 10, 2023
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Brave Software Reduces Workforce Amid Tough Economic Conditions Brave Software, the creator of the unique Brave Browser and Search, recently divested 9% of its staff members across multiple departments. The company cited current economic hardships as the driving force behind this decision. Although the exact employee count remains undisclosed, Brave stated that the layoffs were part of a strategic cost management decision necessary in today's testing economic climate.
The company's spokesperson, in an official communication to TechCrunch, confirmed the layoffs, stating, "Brave eliminated some positions as part of our cost management in this challenging economic environment. Several departments were affected, amounting to 9% of our staff." Addressing the layoffs...
Oct 08, 2023
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Revolutionizing Content Creation: YouTube’s New Generative AI Tools YouTube, the popular video-sharing platform, recently held its "Made On" showcase event, where it announced an array of innovative creator tools and features. The highlight was the introduction of generative AI elements, a first for the platform. This move signifies YouTube's effort to align with the latest trends and tools in video creation, challenging competitors like Snapchat, TikTok, and Instagram, who are also experimenting with AI-based features.
The most notable revelation at the event was the "Dream Screen" generative AI feature. This innovative tool will allow creators to incorporate AI-generated images or video backgrounds into their YouTube Shorts. As demonstrated with...
