[ad_1] “The Tolkien estate will insist that the main shape of the Second Age is not altered,” Tolkien scholar and series supervisor Tom Shippey told the German Tolkien Society. During this period, Sauron tries to reform Middle-earth for the better but falls into evil, becoming a powerful and oppressive ruler. “Sauron invades Eriador, is forced […]
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Confronting existential dread through DIY musical instruments
[ad_1] All right, so calling these “musical instruments” isn’t particularly helpful. They are instruments in that they can be used to make music in the broadest sense of the word. A Day That Will Never Happen Again is basically a drum machine. Here You Are, You Are Here is a synthesizer. And Everything You Love […]
VAIO’s new laptop has all the ports
[ad_1] But only on certain flights for a limited time.Google Flights will refund the difference if prices drop unexpectedly Google isn’t going to plan your next vacation, but, instead, it’s offering flight-price guarantees — with some conditions. For a limited time, when it tells you prices won’t drop on a trip you book through Google […]
‘No Man’s Sky Beyond’ trailer reveals expanded multiplayer and VR
[ad_1] Hello Games founder Sean Murray called Beyond the “biggest update” to the No Man’s Sky series yet. A look at the trailer reveals vivid imagery, bigger and more detailed ships and buildings, as well as rideable animals. While Next added multiplayer for up to four players, the trailer suggests around a dozen. The update […]
Twitch unveils its own desktop broadcasting app
[ad_1] The service’s first full desktop broadcasting app is in closed beta for now, though you can apply to join. Twitch released the tool to make it easier for people to get started with streaming from their PC (doing so on PS4 or Xbox One is pretty straightforward, however). As such, Twitch suggests Studio probably […]
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 […]
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 […]
HBO’s ‘Euphoria’ isn’t afraid to show how teens really use tech
[ad_1] The girls, meanwhile, sext back with their own provocative shots, which typically involve a lot more effort than what the guys put in. (Big surprise there.) TV series like Riverdale have certainly dabbled in this territory, but Euphoria puts the new high school mating dance on full uncensored display. It’s not like romance is […]
The Morning After: Instagram’s ‘huge booty’ issue
[ad_1] Review summary: It’s fast.The Ferrari 812 Superfast is exactly what it sounds like It looks like a Ferrari, behaves like one and definitely sounds like one. Roberto Baldwin says the Ferrari 812 Superfast lives up to its name and the hype, with a mix of raw power and tech. Like most supercars, the infotainment […]