[ad_1] Players first got to experience the game’s unique artistry and heartwarming plot in August last year when it landed on PC and PS4. So the fact that it’s debuting on the Switch so relatively soon after its initial release makes this a real indie triumph — especially since it wasn’t backed by any major […]
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Germany has to pay Microsoft for failing to upgrade from Windows 7
[ad_1] Microsoft offers extended security updates to enterprise and business clients, but at a hefty price — ZDNet reported that the company will charge $50 per machine during the first year of end-of-life support and that the price will increase after each additional year. When an organization has tens of thousands of computers, those fees […]
HP’s latest Chromebooks for schools include more durable keyboards
[ad_1] The differences after that mostly come down to form factor. The Intel-based Chromebook 11 G8 EE and AMD-powered 11A G8 EE are both billed as the thinnest 11-inch toughened Chromebooks for schools at 0.74in thick, while the Chromebook 11 x360 G3 EE is a convertible for situations when a tablet-style interface will help. The […]
Microsoft’s well-designed 2-in-1 Surface Pro X is up to $200 off
[ad_1] The Pro X provides a great 2-in-1 experience and offers a speedy gigabit LTE connection. There are a few notable caveats: the software is buggy and there’s limited app compatibility. As we noted, if you must use Microsoft’s software, the Surface Pro X will get the job done, but many people would be better […]
Google’s Pixelbook Go is finally available in ‘Not Pink’
[ad_1] The Pixelbook Go isn’t the most exciting Chromebook on the market, but it ticks the right checkboxes with solid performance, healthy battery life and a quality keyboard. Most of the complaints simply revolve around the cost. It’s an unexciting design for what you’re paying, and you can pay quite a lot if you want […]
Save $65 on an 8TB Western Digital Elements external drive
[ad_1] If you’re looking for an affordable way to store your files locally, Amazon is currently selling the 8TB Western Digital Elements external drive for $115, down from $180. That’s the lowest price Amazon has offered this particular model for, according to price tracker Camelcamelcamel. If you want an even more affordable option, the 4TB […]
Ask Engadget: What tech can help me survive a trade show?
[ad_1] Chris VelazcoSenior Editor, Mobile Trade show life can be exhilarating, but it usually doesn’t take long before something goes awry. I’ve been to CES something like nine times and MWC about seven, and a few gadgets come in handy every time. When you’re roaming the show floor, solid data connections can be hard to […]
Valve is definitely not working on ‘Left 4 Dead 3’
[ad_1] The company speculated that people were “having fun creating misinformation” to fire up the community. There have been other rumors, including Valve News Network’s claim that it had leaked L4D3 concept art and screenshots. This is bound to be disappointing news if you have fond memories of L4D‘s desperate escapes, last-minute rescues and valiant […]
Your online activity is now effectively a social ‘credit score’
[ad_1] Despite that, Instagram kicked her off all three accounts, saying her behavior on Twitter violated Instagram’s sexually suggestive content guidelines. On Twitter, Ms. Ward — as The Naked Philanthropist — offered a privately-sent nude photo to those who provided verifiable proof of donation to organizations including Australian Red Cross and The Koala Hospital. Her […]
‘Life is Strange 2’ and the reality of gun violence in games
[ad_1] Dontnod developers didn’t make it a point to infuse Life is Strange 2 with a message about gun violence. Instead, the ever-present threat is a result of their research. The team traveled for two weeks across the United States talking to drifters, hitchhikers and everyday folks, and then rolled those stories into the game. […]