[ad_1] “When we finally did crack that, I was over the moon,” Robinson Swink said. “And then, believe it or not, once the game is complete, there’s still a ton of work to do.” This time around, she hired a PR team to handle marketing and pass out review codes for the launch. Robinson Swink […]
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VAIO’s port-loaded 12-inch laptop goes on sale in the US
[ad_1] Following its launch in Japan, VAIO’s small but mighty SX12 — which offers just about every conceivable I/O you could ever want — is now available in the US. Its starting price of $1,119 means this isn’t a cheap deal, but how could it be when such a diminutive 12-inch model somehow crams in […]
Everything you need to know about the Galaxy Note 10
[ad_1] Two sizes, but no headphone jack.Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ hands-on Say hello to two new Galaxy Note phones. The Note 10 is a little smaller (6.3 inches) than last year’s model, while the Note 10+ is a little bigger (6.8 inches). However, both come with new gesture controls, lack of a […]
Google Maps’ AR walking directions comes to many more phones
[ad_1] Engadget had a chance to test the app in an early preview in February 2019, and we found it to be pretty cool but still a bit rough around the edges. At its I/O developer conference, Google unveiled a limited release of the app for Pixel devices owners and Local Guides. One of the […]
Netflix signs a $200 million deal with ‘Game of Thrones’ showrunners
[ad_1] The streaming giant reportedly had to beat competing offers from Amazon and Disney, which also tried to lock Benioff’s and Weiss’ services. Sources told THR that Amazon, which signed a similar nine-figure agreement with Westworld’s creators earlier this year, was the frontrunner until Netflix countered with a presumably better offer. Meanwhile, HBO (the duo’s […]
Microsoft is closing its long-running MSDN developer magazine
[ad_1] An announcement on the MSDN website asks “How far have we all come since then?” and notes that as is the case with many things nowadays, it’s time for MSDN to move online. While the physical magazine will be retired, back issues will be digitally archived, and the title’s role as a resource will […]
Facial recognition will catch sleepy taxi drivers in Russia
[ad_1] The device, which will be mounted on the car’s windshield, includes software that can identify the signs of an exhausted person — including blinking, yawning and a less than upright posture. In total, the software can identify 68 facial points. The move by Yandex is in response to demands from Russian legislators that taxi […]
Samsung’s Galaxy Note 10 isn’t compatible with its VR headset
[ad_1] A spokesperson told us: “The Gear VR is not compatible with Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+. We remain committed to innovating in VR and AR to deliver incredible new experiences to our consumers.” Unfortunately, the second half of that statement is pretty vague and leaves Gear VR’s future up in the air. Samsung […]
Apple (gently) taps ASMR fans with its latest iPhone ads
[ad_1] This is billed as “Season 1,” so you can expect more ASMR going forward. Don’t be surprised if there’s a haircut or massage video in the pipeline, then. Of course, these are ultimately iPhone ads. Apple is showing that you can produce these kinds of videos using the device in your pocket, even if […]
Dell’s revamped XPS 13 2-in-1 goes on sale tomorrow
[ad_1] Options can upgrade the 1,920 x 1,200 screen to a 4K panel in addition to a maximum Core i7 processor, 32GB of RAM and 1TB of solid-state storage. We have yet to take a deeper look at the latest 2-in-1, but it’s promising. It not only addresses many of the concerns about the old […]