[ad_1] No-gen portable gaming.‘Firewatch’ publisher’s Playdate gaming handheld has a black-and-white screen, and a crank Veteran software developer, Panic (best known for writing Transmit and publishing Firewatch), has unveiled a handheld game system, Playdate, that aims to break the rules of game consoles. There’s a flip-out crank that serves as an analog controller, plus a […]
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‘Firewatch’ publisher’s Playdate gaming handheld has a crank
[ad_1] The game delivery model might be just as noteworthy, if not more. The Playdate gets its name from the software release method, where games arrive once per week in “seasons.” The first season will include 12 games strung out over three months, for instance. Panic wants to keep the game lineup a secret (beyond […]
Atari shows off joystick and controller for its retro VCS console
[ad_1] According to Atari, the Classic Joystick is “designed to capture the spirit and functionality” of the CX40, but it now has Bluetooth and USB connectivity. The center stick is fully digital, and its default settings map to the D-pad on contemporary gamepad controllers. It also rotates so you can play games like Pong, Breakout […]
Bosch’s reworked automotive sensors can help control flying taxis
[ad_1] Bosch sees its box as a universal control unit. The package includes dozens of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) sensors, and the company says it will fit in any flying vehicle. While acceleration sensors will measure the aircraft’s movement, yaw-rate sensors can measure its angle of attack. Magnetic field sensors will gauge its compass heading, and […]
Researchers say ‘spidey senses’ could help self-driving vehicles avoid hazards
[ad_1] As the researchers explain, one reason nature is able to process data so quickly is that things like spiders, bats and birds don’t have to process all data — just the information necessary to survival. For example, when prey lands on a spider’s web, hairs on the spider’s legs vibrate at a specific frequency […]
Sony just laid out everything there is to know about the PS5
[ad_1] “We will leverage backwards compatibility to transition our community to next-gen faster and more seamlessly than ever before,” the company’s presentation said at the event. Sony intends to use PS4 games to encourage early adopters, which it says are critical for the PS5’s success. In fact, it promises more AAA games for the PlayStation […]
Huawei’s bad news and ‘Game of Thrones’
[ad_1] This could have a devastating effect on Huawei’s business.Intel, Qualcomm and other chipmakers cut off supplies to Huawei Following the news over the weekend that Google was halting the delivery of software and hardware to Huawei for Android things, several other companies have complied with US government rules, constricting supplies to Huawei. It’s finally […]
US government warns China may have access to drone data
[ad_1] The alert reportedly cautions organizations involved in national security and critical functions that they must be “especially vigilant as they may be at greater risk of espionage.” If the alert has any merit, it could be serious, as in the US, drones are used for everything from law enforcement to first response missions and […]
The best bike phone mount
[ad_1] Why you should trust us As Wirecutter’s fitness writer, I’ve researched, tested, and written about folding bikes, running belts, and all sorts of other exercise equipment. I ride my bike regularly around New York City, mostly for recreation or commuting, though I’ve completed one triathlon and am about to do another one. I’m not […]
Arduino’s new Nano board family is more powerful and affordable
[ad_1] The Arduino Nano 33 IoT will cost you twice that much ($18), but it’s compatible with Arduino’s Internet of Things application platform and can run connected devices. For projects like wearables that require Bluetooth and low power consumption, there’s the Arduino Nano 33 BLE, which is priced at $19. But if the device needs […]