[ad_1] The internet giant said it was “fully aligned” with the government and helping to fight the spread of COVID-19, although it didn’t explain the gap between its plans for a nationwide site and what Trump said. It’s not shocking that Google would have multiple projects in the works. Verily may be a sibling brand, […]
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‘Minecraft’ library helps you dodge news media censorship
[ad_1] You can also see details for the current state of press freedom in 180 countries. The library is a technical achievement in its own right. It resembles a giant neo-classical museum, complete with country-specific wings and huge book collections. You can’t tear the library apart, but you can add more if you have the […]
Google details what you need to play Stadia games in 4K on the web
[ad_1] However, you might notice what’s not present: any mention of Mac support. Much like YouTube in Safari, Apple’s resistance to VP9 over patent issues (it prefers royalty-free formats like AV1) makes official 4K support unlikely. Take heart, though. As 9to5Google observed, the unofficial Stadia+ extension for Chrome can force 4K on Macs if you’re […]
Facebook is hosting a virtual GDC for Oculus VR titles
[ad_1] Facebook says you can expect to hear the earliest details on new experiences coming to popular titles like Pistol Whip and Beat Saber. You’ll also hear more about The Room VR: A Dark Matter, Lies Beneath and other titles that will be available on the Quest in the coming weeks. On the last day […]
Iran’s coronavirus ‘diagnosis’ app looks more like a surveillance tool
[ad_1] AC19’s developer, Sarzamin Housmand (formerly Smart Land Solutions), is also known for developing government clones of Telegram that weren’t as secure as the real thing and were geared more toward enabling surveillance. While it’s not clear exactly what the Iranian government is doing with the data, it’s eager to brag about the scale. ICT […]
Apple sets clearer rules for coronavirus-related apps
[ad_1] The company is also encouraging developers to mark their coronavirus apps as time-sensitive to ensure a timely release. Governments, non-profits and accredited schools don’t have to pay annual developer membership fees if they only intend to release free apps, Apple noted. Apple isn’t alone in keeping an eye out for harmful apps. Google recently […]
EA suspends live esports events due to coronavirus outbreak
[ad_1] The company announced its decision shortly after rival Activision Blizzard canceled its live Overwatch matches and made all Call of Duty matches online-only affairs. Both gaming giants are also shutting down offices and asking employees to work from home. EA previously closed international offices in Seoul, Milan and other locations for safety reasons, but […]
‘Call of Duty: Warzone’ gets 15 million players in four days
[ad_1] There’s little doubt that this growth will slow over time, just as it did for Apex. It’s mainly a matter of when that happens, and whether or not the sustainable audience will be enough to eclipse rivals. That’s a tougher call. It’s unlikely that Warzone will achieve Fortnite‘s level of cultural relevance, but a […]
The Morning After: Disney released ‘The Rise of Skywalker’ early
[ad_1] He’s a little busy elsewhere at the moment.Bill Gates steps down from Microsoft’s board of directors If you checked out of keeping up with the news a little early on Friday, you may have missed Bill Gates’ announcement. The Microsoft co-founder and Engadget reader has been increasingly focused on public health issues (like pandemics, […]
Recommended Reading: Dead Sea Scroll fragments in DC are fakes
[ad_1] Exclusive: ‘Dead Sea Scrolls’ at the Museum of the Bible are all forgeriesMichael GreshkoNational Geographic When the Museum of the Bible opened in Washington, DC in 2017, it funded a research project that examined pieces of what was thought to be Dead Sea Scroll fragments. In 2018, the museum announced that all five sections […]