Blue Beetle director Angel Manuel Soto discusses its inspirations. Ben Wheatley talks up a monster budget for The Meg 2. Plus, a tiny new look at Disney’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and what’s coming on Riverdale and Outlander. Spoilers, away!
Source: Gizmodo – The Witcher Is Ready to Make Ciri Its Main Character After Season 3
I come from a family of replacers, not fixers. Whenever an appliance stopped working, we would give it away to someone in the neighborhood to fix while my mother would shop for an upgrade.
Source: LifeHacker – Try These Cheap Fixes Before Replacing an Appliance
Another day, another challenger to the handheld gaming console crown. Ayaneo’s new Kun offers a few things the Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally lack.
Hong Kong-based Ayaneo just announced its most powerful and feature-packed Windows handheld console yet. Called Kun after a mythical fish than can transform into a bird, the device will be driven
Source: Hot Hardware – Ayaneo Kun Handheld Flexes A Bigger Display And Battery Than Steam Deck Or ROG Ally
Diablo IV’s first season got off to a rocky start following a disastrous patch that nerfed a bunch of characters and builds, but some other, much smaller issues have drawn fan criticism as well, including a battle pass layout that has tricked some players into accidentally buying the premium version. Blizzard’s now…
Source: Kotaku – Diablo IV Fixing Bad Menu After Fans Kept Accidentally Buying Battle Pass
There’s a lot of debate about when is the best time to add salt to your scrambled eggs. Some people salt them at the table. Some chefs and home cooks stand by salting after the eggs are already cooking in the pan. However, if you’re aiming for tender, melt-in-your-mouth eggs, it’s best to salt them leisurely, before…
Source: LifeHacker – Why You Should Salt Your Scrambled Eggs Before Cooking Them
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1.3 of the Inkscape drawing editor has been released. “With version
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1.3 of Inkscape, you’ll find improved performance, several new features,
and a solid set of improvements to a few existing ones
include a new shape-builder tool, a “document resources” dialog for the
management of drawings, a new pattern editor, and more.
Source: LWN.net – Inkscape 1.3 released
This is a good moment to get wireless earbuds for beach listening. Amazon is once again selling Apple’s second-generation AirPods Pro for a record low price of $199, or $50 off. That’s as good a discount as on Prime Day, and makes these buds an easy pick if you’re invested in Apple’s ecosystem.
Other Apple earphones are also on sale. The third-generation AirPods have dipped to $159, while the second-gen model is down to $99. And if you’re looking for high-end wireless headphones, the AirPods Max are available for $470 in Space Gray (normally $549).
The AirPods Pro are our pick for the best iOS earbuds for two simple reasons: they sound great, and they integrate tightly with Apple devices. They’re clearer, richer and more consistently high-quality than their predecessors, and the transparency mode is excellent if you need to keep an ear open for a colleague or a gym friend. These are certainly your go-to buds if you routinely switch between Apple devices — you can listen to music on your Mac knowing you can seamlessly take a call from your iPhone.
The caveats are familiar. You’re better off with Beats or a third-party brand if you use Android, and the battery life is merely average. On sale, though, it’s hard to top the AirPods Pro for value. They’re poised to get better, too. When iOS 17 arrives, Adaptive Audio will automatically blend noise cancellation and transparency modes based on your environment, while Personalized Volume and Conversation Awareness will make sure your can hear both your music and other people.
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Source: Engadget – The AirPods Pro drop back to a record low of 9
Twelve Norwegian government ministries have been hit by a cyber attack, the Norwegian government said on Monday, the latest attack to hit the public sector of Europe’s largest gas supplier and NATO’s northernmost member. From a report: “We identified a weakness in the platform of one of our suppliers. That weakness has now been shut,” Erik Hope, head of the government agency in charge of providing services to ministries, told a news conference. The attack was identified due to “unusual” traffic on the supplier’s platform, Hope said, declining to provide specifics. It was uncovered on July 12 and was being investigated by police.
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Source: Slashdot – Norway Government Ministries Hit By Cyber Attack
This refurbished Apple iPad 7th generation with a 10.2-inch scree is $237.99 right now, (reg. $499.99). It was originally released in 2019 and can still be updated to the latest iPad OS, and it’s compatible with the first-generation Apple Pencil if you want to take handwritten notes or create digital art.
Source: LifeHacker – This Refurbished iPad Is 50% Off Right Now
Both new AMD Zen CPU and Radeon GPU microcode/firmware have been published today to the linux-firmware.git tree…
Source: Phoronix – New AMD Zen CPU & Radeon GPU Microcode Land In Linux-Firmware.Git
Welcome back to Toy Aisle, io9’s weekly roundup of the coolest toy news around the internet. This week, Playmates ensures that the horrors persist with an update to its classic ‘90s TMNT figures, The Marvels takes flight in Lego form, Hasbro rolls out even more Transformers: The Movie goodness. Check it out!
Source: Gizmodo – This Week’s Toy News Is Everything, and He’s Just Anaken
The Ryzen 5 7500F has graduated from rumor status is now officially the latest entry to AMD’s growing pile of Zen 4 processors. And while it launched without any fanfare from its creator, it’s an intriguing addition to the Ryzen 7000 series—it’s not only the least expensive desktop CPU based on Zen 4, it’s also the only one (so far) to debut
Source: Hot Hardware – AMD Quietly Launches Ryzen 5 7500F Budget AM5 CPU At A Killer Price
Inflation has always been a real killjoy, but now it may have a side effect of botulism. On canning boards (yes, that’s a real thing) across the country, posts have noted that the white wine and apple cider vinegar you usually buy has been ratcheted down from a 5% concentration to 4%. That might not seem dire, but let…
Source: LifeHacker – Double check your vinegar, it may not be safe
For a few years now, unbeknownst to many of us, a subscription service called Antstream Arcade has offered users legal streaming of hundreds of classic games, from arcade hits to gems for home platforms like Amiga, Commodore 64, and ZX Spectrum, among others. Growing over time, its total offerings now number over…
Source: Kotaku – Xbox Just Got A Huge Library Of Classic Retro Games
Tired of that lovely bird song, Musk has smothered the cage housing Twitter’s classic bird logo. The site is still called “Twitter,” microblogging posts are still called “Tweets” but the little blue bird logo appearing in the top corner of the site for over a decade has become a big, bland, black “X.”
Source: Gizmodo – Twitter’s Bird Logo Dies By Musk’s Hands, Now It’s Time to Drive X Into the Ground
Black tea is a tasty, uplifting beverage, but it also has other uses around the house. If you’ve got hardwood flooring, you can put together a large batch of black tea to use for cleaning and disguising scratches. It’s one of many floor-cleaning hacks we’ve loved over the years—but it really withstands the test of…
Source: LifeHacker – Use Black Tea to Hide Scratches on Your Hardwood Floor
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Sam Altman’s cryptocurrency project, the Worldcoin Foundation, is rolling out its services globally even as the company cofounded by the OpenAI chief faces regulatory pushback in the US.
The Berlin and San Francisco-based start-up announced on Monday that its technology, including its Worldcoin token—a cryptocurrency traceable on the blockchain that requires users to first prove their identity—will be available in 35 cities across 20 countries.
Central to the effort is an eye-scanning physical “orb,” which Worldcoin’s founders say is necessary for a future in which distinguishing between humans and robots becomes increasingly challenging due to a surge in artificial intelligence technology. Once users have proved they are not robots, they can be issued one of the company’s tokens.
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Source: Ars Technica – Ready for your eye scan? Worldcoin launches—but not quite worldwide
PC gaming can be a lot of fun, but it can also be pretty expensive. And we don’t mean the games themselves – any gamer worth their salt knows you can just wait for a Steam sale, or grab a slew of great titles on Humble Bundle. Building a dedicated desktop can be pricey, and gaming laptops can take a real bite out of your wallet. One aspect that doesn’t have to bankrupt you are gaming accessories. It’s possible to kit out your rig with some of the best headsets, keyboards and mice on a budget, and we’ve got a few recommendations to get you started.
The Recon Spark has been one of my favorite headsets for years; in fact, it was my daily driver in the Engadget office. There are some good reasons for that: it offers solid audio both in its cups and mic, plus it’s comfortable, sturdy and cute. It might not be wireless, but you can just plug it into almost any desktop or laptop and not have to worry about driver compatibility or installing software or anything like that. It’s also a great option for kids.
While the Recon Spark might be my preferred work headset, the one I use at home is the wireless Logitech G733. It sounds great, has a phenomenal battery life and just the right amount of bling, with bright colored LED strips in the front and a customizable fabric headband. I use it for playing Dungeons & Dragons with my friends on Discord, as well as recording the occasional podcast. It’s been around for a few years, but that just means that you can get this headset for under $100 at some retailers. If it’s still too rich for your blood, check out the similar G435.
If you’re looking for crisp audio, SteelSeries has always offered excellent clarity and volume, and the Arctis line does so at a reasonable price point. The Nova 1 is a wired headset where everything feels premium, thanks to its sturdy build (I’ve dropped it twice already), its smooth, matte finish and soft, comfortable ear cups. They can block out lower sounds, but not things like a TV or crying baby, making this headset ideal for new parents. The adjustable mic is built-in, so you don’t have to worry about losing it either.
Since video conferencing from home exploded during the pandemic, I’ve been extolling the virtues of using a headset for all of your business meetings. They block out unwanted noise, make your voice come through loud and clear, and they’re a good sign to others that you are on a call. The only problem is that gaming headsets don’t exactly look all that professional — but the Zone Vibe is a breath of fresh air. It offers all of Logitech’s expertise to deliver solid gaming audio in a stylish wireless package you won’t be embarrassed to wear in front of the boss.
When it comes to buying a keyboard, my first recommendation is always going to be “buy a Corsair.” Corsair keyboards offer an excellent typing experience and they’re super durable. Unfortunately, they’re also rather expensive, with the cheapest ones usually going for $120. Luckily Corsair introduced the K60 RGB Pro a few years back and I’d recommend the Low Profile version for those used to typing on laptop keyboards. No, it’s not the same as a membrane keyboard – it’s lightyears better, with mechanical keys and a durable build that will last you years (and hundreds, if not thousands, of game matches).
One of the new hot things in gaming seems to be 60 percent keyboards, which chop off the number pad to make more room on your desk for a mouse or other accessories. Being smaller also means they tend to be cheaper too, so budget-minded gamers should take a look at decks like the Alloy Origins 60. Besides being small and affordable, it’s also solid as a rock. The placement of the arrow keys in the lower right corner should be less confusing for those making the switch from a full-sized deck, too.
Mechanical keyboards are great, but even the quietest among them might be too noisy for some environments. The Apex TKL is great at being unobtrusive: it’s a 60 percent deck so it’s compact, and its keys offer great typing response while being whisper quiet. The Apex TKL is a little bigger than many other keyboards that eschew the number pad, but that’s for a good reason – you’ll appreciate the dedicated arrow keys and volume scroller, the latter of which is a must-have for anyone who consumes a lot of media on their device.
Going budget doesn’t mean you have to skimp on quality or looks, and the G305 is both a high-performance and stylish mouse. What’s also nice is how it keeps things simple, with six programmable buttons and a sleek profile. The battery life is rated for 250 hours, though I swear based on my personal use it’s much longer, and it only needs a single AAA battery so you can swap it out in seconds and get back to gaming. If you have a headset like the G435 you can get the G305 in lilac to match, or just stick with a basic black model. If you want to save even more money and don’t mind having a wired mouse, also check out the G203 Lightspeed, which we recommended in our overall gaming mice buying guide.
Every gamer knows the pain of spilling something on their desk once or twice, whether it’s water, coffee or soda. The Aerox 3 might look like it’s headed for disaster thanks to all the holes in it. But it’s actually rated IP54, which means it can take a good splash and just keep on working (though maybe a bit sticky if you don’t wipe it down). The holes do more than just look cool, too – they make the mouse much lighter to handle (if that’s your thing), and they keep heat from building up in your palm.
If you’re looking for something a bit more traditional but still affordable and wireless, the Rival 3 might just be up your alley. It’s a basic black mouse with a sleek contour and five programmable buttons. It comes with a wireless receiver to ensure a strong connection, but also works over Bluetooth so you can easily switch it to a laptop or mobile device. This makes it great for the office as well as gaming, the ultimate money-saver.
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Source: Engadget – The best budget gaming accessories for 2023
Learn how to easily install VirtualBox on Debian 12 Bookworm with our step-by-step guide, and start virtualizing your systems today.
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Source: Linux Today – How to Install VirtualBox on Debian 12 Bookworm
Although it had a low-key debut back in 2020 through a Kickstarter campaign, the Flipper Zero’s user base and popularity have grown considerably over the past three years with ever-increasing sales. But the surest sign that a device is a success is when it gets its own app store, which, for the Flipper Zero, launches…
Source: Gizmodo – Even the Flipper Zero Is Getting Its Own App Store
