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GTA 6 Trailer: Now Yet Shown, But So Much Rumored about
Officially, little is known about the upcoming GTA VI (except for it’s neither cancelled nor postponed). But more and more leaks are spreading around these days, and some of the leakers even call the dates. According to some of them, the official trailer of GTA 6 will be available to the wide audience on May 13 – that is, sooner than anyone might expect.
The information that circulates through the web has it that Rockstar really is all up for the new game. In April, it was said that Rockstar has already tested and perfected its new proprietary engine that will power, for example. GTA 6. Another leak
The loudest of all hints and announcements, though, was made by some Krypto9095, a Twitter user that has millions of subscribers, including the official one by Rockstar. According to Krypto9095’s tweet from May 6, “GTA 6 is coming”. And many other sources (like, for example, GTA 6 NEWS & LEAKS) cite the tweet as one coming from a trustworthy source.
The most interesting of all the rumors about GTA 6 says that on May 13, the official trailer will finally pop up. The trailer will contain some footage of real gameplay, as they say. At the same time, according to another leak that refers to a presentation possibly assembled for investors, the game is due to arrive in the late 2024. IMDB says it’s 2025, but it’s already being refuted by GTA 6 NEWS & LEAKS.
It’s okay for rumors to pop up, spread, be refuted by their initiators or just by time. The official accounts by Rockstar and GTA so far remain silent about the upcoming game. What we can logically assume is that the game will really be powered by a new engine (simply because the previous installment looks way too dated), and it may take years to complete the game to any playable condition.
What do you hope to see in the next GTA installment? Do you expect any official info to appear this year at all? If you have something to say, share it in the comments!
Ethan Blackstone
11 05 2022
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Google Assistant to Roll Out Password Autoupdater Wider
Do you find it annoying to manually change passwords each time you’re notified they have been compromised? If you do, Google has some good news for you. Google Assistant is now able to automate the process – to some extent. Given how delicate a matter it is, you’ll still be at the helm, but with much less hassle.
The idea of the update is simple. Not only does Google now tell you which of the passwords saved in your account are compromised and need replacement. It also leads you through this process with a master. As you are notified about the risk, the option pops out that offers you to “let Google Assistant help you change your password”. Passwords that can be changed with Google Assistant will appear on the list with a small icon of the service.
How does the process look? If you opt for assistance, Google will take you right to the password change pages of all the sites that require the change. You can agree to use secure passwords made up by Chrome password manager or invent your own. Anyway, you won’t have to go through endless authorization while you can be redirected right where you want to be to change the password.
This didn’t come out of the blue: the first announces of this password changing assistance date back to Google I/O 2021. It’s said and done now; in the heart of this ease lies the Duplex on the Web technology by Google developed to automatize recurring tasks. The routine parts of the process are assigned to the AI; the human only has to do the most creative part or make decisions, like, say, agree to use a machine-generated password or invent something unique.
Have you often run into issues with your passwords that get compromised and leak on the web? Do you change them manually? Do you find Google Assistant a substantial help for that? Let us know what you think in the comments; just don’t leave your passwords even as examples!
Ethan Blackstone
09 05 2022
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Mobile Puzzle Fans Spend 4% More Money in 2022
The mobile gaming industry is faring better and better now, with its revenue far ahead of that of consoles and PC combined. And what games do players prefer to spend their money at? While every genre has its cash grabbers, puzzle games are prominent as the leader of casual gaming, and in 2022, people are ready to spend even more on them.
How much do you think these puzzle games made from April 21 to March 22? The answer is about 5 billion dollars, and it’s 4% (that is, $200M) more than the previous year. These games mostly utilize a free-to-play model, so players can enjoy all the levels for free, but can accelerate their playthrough by buying extra lives, powerups, and stuff. Each microtransaction is small, but together they form a ginormous cash waterfall.
The leaderboard of this branch, at least, in the USA, is surprisingly conservative. Two of the top 3 games in this class are famous puzzles by King, namely Candy Crush Saga (who said it looked obsolete in Emoji Movie, back in 2017?) and Candy Crush Soda Saga. Between them, the silver medal goes to Homescapes, a heavily advertised game by Playrix that provides a rather diverse yet easy gameplay. Among other games, one can name Angry Birds Blast, a Match-3 by Rovio, Royal Match, a Match-3 game combining diverse modes and involving setting, and Zen Match.
At the same time, the number of downloads decreased, but there is no contradiction. The games are available for free, and many users start paying only when they reach a certain difficulty level. Many do it in months or even years after they downloaded the game and started playing.
Have you ever bought any content in mobile puzzles? Did it help you through a frustratingly difficult level? How often do you make such purchases? Tell us about how it’s going with your mobile puzzles in the comments! And drop some of your favorite names!
Ethan Blackstone
27 04 2022
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Halo Infinite to Launch Co-Op Campaign in August
The most common complaint about Halo: Infinite was the lack of a co-op campaign. How soon will the developers address it? No sooner than in August 2022, the publisher says. It means players will have to wait longer than until the new season begins.
Cooperative play was one of the most anticipated things about Halo Infinite. Despite the first disappointment about its absence in the original versions, players were ready to wait until Season 2 starts online on May 3. This isn’t going to happen because of development delays.
343 explains these delays by ongoing COVID-19 issues. According to the roadmap published by it, the company is still not completely sure about the upcoming events and updates. While Season 2 will definitely start on May 3, other new features are not so precisely scheduled. It’s not clear, for example, when Season 2 will end, and, consequently, when to expect Season 3 to start. Another tool in production that surely isn’t going to arrive soon is the Forge, the editor for maps and campaigns that may help in solving the problem with insufficient content.
In August, the publisher is going to launch the online co-op mode, but there is more to it. At some unspecified time later, 343 will also roll out split-screen co-op mode, allowing you to play on the same screen with your friend. So make sure you have a really big TV and at least a couple of gamepads.
Before these updates arrive, though, you can spend your time ranting about the Paramount+ Halo series and how it contradicts the canon. Forget the fact it wasn’t designed to be a part of the canon, but rather an inspired-by. Did you imagine Master Chief’s face like this? Oh, when the multiplayer arrives, you will have much more to discuss.
Are you one of those disappointed with Halo Infinite? DO you think the multiplayer will finally make the experience more satisfying? What else can you tell me about this game? Share your thoughts and ideas with us in the comments!
Ethan Blackstone
25 04 2022
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The Witcher 3 for Next-Gen Delayed, But Not for Long, CDPR States
If you still love the Witcher 3 (like we do) but the game of 2015 looks a bit obsolete to you, probably you are anticipating the next-gen update for your PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series S/X to show its potential on one of the best RPG ever. Alas, you will have to wait a little more. As CD Projekt RED states, the game will arrive soon, but still later than announced.
The reason for this move is, according to the previous statements, the necessity to move the development to the home office. Previously, the next-game update had been the responsibility of Saber Interactive, a studio located in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Yet after the Russian invasion in Ukraine had started, CDPR was among the first game developers that articulated their attitude. Along with donating $1M to Ukraine, it suspended sales in Russia and Belarus and stopped working with Russian developers.
This was probably the the primary cause, though a CDPR spokesperson Karolina Gnaś didn’t confirm it straight up. Still, it looks like this was the case, given that it was Saber Interactive that ported The Witcher 3 to Nintendo Switch. Now probably the transition is on the way, and there is no clear notion when it will be complete.
Yet another representative of CDPR, SVP of business development Michał Nowakowski, says it’s not all so bad. Not that the next-gen update is delayed indefinitely; though he didn’t name even the approximate release time either, he said that players won’t have to wait until, say, summer of 2023. The update will arrive much sooner. Again, there will be no new content, but the visuals and the performance will be upgraded to match the abilities of the next-gen hardware.
Do you anticipate the next-gen version of this iconic RPG? How many times did you play it, and how many different endings you came to? Will you replay it on the new visual level? Tell us what you think in the comments!
Ethan Blackstone
20 04 2022
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WhatsApp to Finally Bring in Emoji Reactions
Now, emoji reactions are officially coming to WhatsApp. Long-awaited and spotted in the beta versions, now this fast way to react to the messages you receive is announced. When the update arrives, you will be able to send a loving, laughing, or just approving emoji to react to your friend’s message instead of a text reply.
On April 14, the post on the official WhatsApp blog announced introduction of emoji reactions. You have probably seen them on Facebook and Messenger and something similar in Instagram/Facebook stories. Instead of typing words in response to the message that doesn’t require discussion but does require some response, you can leave a reaction under it. The emoji reactions will be available right after the official launch (the date isn’t specified so far). You will be able to react with emoji in both private and group chats.
What emoji does WhatsApp introduce? The initial set only includes six pics to express your attitude towards messages. They are: Thumb up, Love, Laugh, Wow, Cry, and Thanks. No thumb down, no puke or poo, like in Telegram: all of them are positive so far, the one with a tear being the only one to show compassion rather than frustration or disagreement. Probably, that was made intendedly, to cut the possibilities of cyberbullying or harassment on WhatsApp.
Emoji reactions don’t render words very unnecessary, and the original set of them doesn’t let you express all you ever wanted. Nevertheless, they will save you a lot of time. And those you speak to will also be glad to see you don’t ignore their messages even if you don’t have time to reply or just don’t know what to add.
Do you use emoji reaction on Facebook or in other messengers? Do you think six are enough, or would you like to have more? Tell us what you think about it in the comments (which don’t support emoji reactions… yet).
Ethan Blackstone
18 04 2022
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Catch Your Chance to Play CoD: Vanguard for Free
You can play Call of Duty: Vanguard for free, and that is not a joke. Of course, Activision will not allow full access for any gamers, but you are welcome to check out the new Multiplayer content that will be coming out shortly. For two weeks, you can visit fan favorites maps and try your luck in a battle against other players. Be sure to see everything that’s available, as time can fly by.
Now, more into details: you will have an opportunity to play on new maps – Gondola and Casablanca, which have been largely expected in the CoD community. Moreover, fans can take the challenge in a new large-map objective mode, where you and your team will need to hold points and try to capture those of your enemies. Traveling around will be your main objective, as time is the most valuable resource out there.
In addition, fan favorites Shipment and Das Haus will make an appearance during this two-week event. Players will have a lot of time to check out other maps and playlists, looking themselves at everything the game can offer.
Don’t forget to use this opportunity, as the Multiplayer event will end on April 13. Activision might’ve decided to start the so-called sale in order to attract more players, and now they can have a taste of what they can expect from the game. After the event ends, you can buy the game for your PC, PlayStation, or Xbox. The game supports high-resolution quality, and the Multiplayer mode gets a lot of updates to keep the player entertained.
We will see what more we can expect from the company. For now, we are sure that CoD: Vanguard will probably get a wave of players and maybe even future buyers.
Would you like to try out Call of Duty: Vanguard for yourself? Why do you think Activision allowed free two weeks? Please, share your ideas in the comments below.
Ava Reynolds
15 04 2022
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Fortnite to Bring the MK-Seven AR Back
After the recent Unvaulting Battle, Fortnite might bring back one of its most iconic assault rifles back. As you have read in the headline, it’s MK-Seven AR, one of the most popular and time-tested assault rifles in the game. Many veterans of the game will heartily welcome its comeback.
This weapon remained popular even despite its nerfing in Chapter 3, and its removal, though contingent given Epic’s approach to weapon rotation, upset numerous players that listed it among their favorites. Now, it’s about to return, though probably inn its nerfed version. This weapon did an equally good job regardless of the distance, dealing serious damage.
The return of this AR, though, was possible under a new initiative that will influence the game even stronger. Unvaulting Battles where players vote for one of two (or maybe more) items they want to see back in the game are probably to become a regular practice. For it, the game introduced Funding Stations, also known as Donating Stations. The name is telling: to vote which weapon to unvault, players would have to pay in Gold Bars, so The Seven can fulfill one of the initiatives they offer.
Funding Stations were welcomed by most players, but they were soon disabled because of technical issues. The latest voting campaign allowed players to choose between two weapons to unvault: MK-Seven AR or Combat Assault Rifle, also popular among players. The MK-Seven AR was the winner. It’s not clear yet, though, when it will become available again and for how long, as well as when the next Unvaulting Battle is to begin and what options it is to offer.
Have you voted at Funding Stations, and if so, was it your choice that won? What do you think about the concept of Funding Stations? And, as we touch this matter, what’s your favorite weapon on Fortnite? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!
Ethan Blackstone
13 04 2022
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Google Sets Up the Rules for Apps that Can Install More Apps
Does Google Play support other market apps? The most obvious answer is no, but it’s not that simple, because some apps still can install other apps. Now, Google is to address this possibility with setting up rules for the apps that have this feature.
Indeed, an app does not have to be a store to try to install other apps. And these attempts can be successful if the user has enabled this option and given its permission to the app. But Google also has its leverages in this zone of freedom and vague responsibility. This approach materialized in the April 2022 Developers Program Policy Update that addresses this matter in certain regulations.
When can now developers enable their apps to install other apps on users’ devices? The new policy has it covered. Now apps can only feature this ability if enabling users to install app packages or transferring them is included into their core functionality. How should be understood? Does this imply that third-party app stores are allowed on Google Play?
The explanation is not that broad, though. Among the apps that have their legal right to install other apps, Google names file browsers, web browsers, messengers that can share files, or apps for enterprise device management. They can be legally used to access APK’s from local or remote sources. The ability to install apps not from Google Play remains one of the staples for Android.
What does it mean for app developers? If they use third-party modules, they need to check whether they add this permission. This also goes out to ad networks that are crucial for monetizing free apps. If such a module is used by the app, the developer should declare this permission, both for Google play moderators and for end users.
Do you often install apps from downloaded APK files? Have they ever turned out dangerous or just unwanted? Do you welcome this addition by Google? Tell us what you think about it in the comments if you please!
Ethan Blackstone
11 04 2022
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You Can Now Access GIPHY Library on TikTok
TikTok has been working on expanding its entertainment features for creators to make more exciting content for their followers. Now, everyone will have access to the TikTok Library, which will contain tools you can add to your videos.
Currently, you can see only GIPHY content on the Library page. It mainly consists of GIFs with clips and audio. By making a search through the bar, you can find the one you need for your video if it is available on the app. Of course, TikTok plans to bring more tools to the storage, adding audio and text, so your content will become even more varied.
GIPHY Clips allow users to show their reactions and quotes while creating a video. It is a good tool for TikTokers who use a lot of explanations in their content. It will make the clips more user-friendly and diversify ways to engage with the audience.
You can find the Library in the latest update. To access it, you will need to start recording the video, and then you will notice the new icon on the bar to the right in the creation mode. You can scroll through the trending tools or use the search bar to find something original for yourself.
For now, users can exploit only GIPHY tools through the Library, but the company will make sure to add more tools to the feature, as it is a sure way to bring more people to the app. We can wait for new functions in the further updates, and maybe we will get something even more exciting.
TikTok is a major expanding company that connects people worldwide through short video clips of up to three minutes. The app constantly releases new content, so creators can find ways to entertain their followers and attract different audiences.
What would you like to see in the TikTok Library? What content do you prefer to watch on the app? Please, share your opinion in the comments below.
Ethan Blackstone
04 04 2022
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Xbox and Epic Donate to Ukraine
Epic and Xbox have been collaborating in order to direct the money raised on Fortnite to help Ukraine. Announced around two weeks ago, the initiative has been clearly successful, amassing over 50 million USD to help the country in its struggle against Russia’s aggression in the first ten days and a staggering 100 million as of March 29. The first day along brought as much as 36 million dollars. It was initially Epic’s decision to stream all the money received from Fortnite players to Ukraine. In turn, Microsoft joined the undertaking, announcing that it wouldn’t claim its share of the revenue made with Xbox.
The expectation was that the program would garner a considerable sum. After all, the 2nd Chapter of Season 3 had just begun at the time it was announced. The campaign is to run all the way until April 3, potentially gathering an amount of money that can really make an impact in war-torn Ukraine. The money collected will be distributed among a number of partner organizations. To name just a few, Unicef is currently taking care of Ukrainian children, while the World Food Programme is helping with essential foodstuff supplies that have been scarce in a number of regions. The UN Refugee Agency is there to help people who have been forced to flee from the war find a way to lead a relatively normal life.
Apart from what has been mentioned above, legal aid and health support remain important aspects of supporting Ukraine, also covered by the Fortnite program. For those who’ve always thought they splurge way too much on the game, it looks like the time has come to indulge a little bit. The purchases you make will help people deal with the loss that Russia has inflicted on them. Can you think of something you’ll probably invest in already? Share in the comments!
Ethan Blackstone
30 03 2022
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Instagram Might Launch a New Voice Feature
A post shared by Alessandro Paluzzi on his Twitter page suggests that Instagram may become more Snapchat-like in the near future. Paluzzi specializes in reverse-engineering popular apps to predict possible changes. This time, he published a screenshot from Instagram that shows a microphone icon in the reply to story field. His interpretation is that Instagram is working on the possibility to reply to stories with voice direct messages. While a lot remains uncertain about that prediction, it does suggest that Instagram is approaching the Snapchat model of user interaction.
Some users probably feel like adding voice replies to stories will turn Instagram into another Clubhouse. That, however, is not a very accurate comparison because the focus would still be not on the voice aspect. If it does become reality, the result would rather remind Snapchat. That had the voice message story reply feature from the very beginning. This doesn’t necessarily mean that Instagram will feel secondary to Snap because of this new feature, though. After all, voice replies are generally more personal than text, so a lot of users will probably appreciate the addition. Then again, it’s not something that has already been launched or announced.
A couple of months ago, Alessandro Paluzzi also spotted the much-talked-about edit grid feature. The question of whether Instagram is actually going to implement voice responses to stories via direct messages remains open, not to mention any specific timeline. Still, many users hope to see it in one of the next updates. Do you feel like this could add value to Instagram? Or does it sound like it defeats the app’s purpose? Share your thoughts and expectations in the comments down below.
Ethan Blackstone
28 03 2022
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Meta Introduces Parental Controls on Instagram and Quest VR
In order to make parental control more powerful and flexible, Meta announces new methods of it on two of its platforms. Now, parents will be in more control of what their children do and see on Instagram and on Oculus Quest. How will it be implemented, and won’t it hurt the children’s privacy feeling
There has been parental control before on these platforms; on Instagram, say, it was added in December 2021. Essentially, the new tool is first of all an integrated dashboard that enables parents to control their children’s activity all from one place. Now getting involved in their children’s digital lives becomes easier and more comprehensive.
No, this control center will not let parents read their children’s messages. Instead, they will be able to see how much time the minors spend on Instagram, who they follow, and who follows them. Family access means the parents will be able to view any accounts that the children can view. The center will also notify the parents (or any adult in charge) whenever their kids report a post or an account. The only way the elders can intrude under this ability is to limit the time their children spend on Instagram. As for Quest, parents will be able to oversee their friend lists, block certain apps and games, and, again, see how much time they spend with the headset on. A special ability is blocking Link and Air Link, so the young Quest users cannot access the PC from it.
The dashboard is to be developed further soon. The next update will (according to Adam Mosseri’s statement) enable the parents to see when exactly the children open Instagram or put on their Oculus Quest.
Do you think family relationships will benefit this parental control? Where is that thin line between involvement and pressure? The balance between security and privacy? If you have any thoughts about this, feel free to share them in the comments!
Ethan Blackstone
23 03 2022
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Instagram Enables Product Tagging in Posts for Everyone
If it looks like Instagram evolves into a major trading platform, it is actually so. The next step Instagram makes towards becoming a marketplace is adding the ability to tag products that can be bought on its markets. Previously, this possibility was only given to some influencers; now it’s out for all the users in the USA.
Those who are on Instagram for a long have seen lots of posts where influencers pose in new clothes and thoroughly list the items in the caption. Often with the price that would soon get obsolete. Now they can show off their new looks more efficiently, by just tagging their clothes, accessories, or gadgets. It’s getting official.
As a visitor taps the tag, they will be redirected to the page of the store where they can purchase it. There they can also find the current price and more detailed descriptions. Buy the tag, obviously, more reviews by users can be found. As these pages are not managed by the store, the reviews will surely be sincere. The business owners, though, will receive notifications when someone tags their products. In case of misunderstanding, they may reply to the post or tag it on their own pages in response.
Those with creator or business accounts can take it even further by tagging products in their Reels or Stories. Regular users are only able to tag products in their feed posts. This is a big step ahead, though. It’s not known yet when this feature will be available to non-American users. Probably, sooner than we think. When this feature goes global, this will foster e-commerce on Instagram all over the world.
Will it be more engaging for you if you can follow the tag and get to the product page right from the post where you saw and liked it? What perspectives do you see about it if you are an Insta business owner? Tell us what you think in the comments!
Ava Reynolds
21 03 2022
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Pair Your PlayStation/Xbox Controller with Google Stadia
The famous cloud-based game streaming service Google Stadia has been evolving pretty rapidly to overcome the controversy it initially raised, especially in terms of the features that it offered. With new opportunities such as voice chats and store search, the service is now definitely worth a player’s attention. Its key advantage, and the one it has been primarily marketed for, is the ability to stream video games directly to compatible devices, thus eliminating time- and memory-consuming downloads. Google Stadia is quick, flexible, and very lightweight, so why not try and make use of its features?
Among the many benefits of Google Stadia, the ability to play with any controller rather than invest in first-party hardware is probably what attracts gamers most. This also applies to PlayStation and Xbox controllers. Many players already own those and will gladly use them in conjunction with Google Stadia, which is why we’ve brought to you a step-by-step guide on how to do it.
The specific procedure may differ depending on whether you are using Google TV or another platform to play. The former is one of the most straightforward options, so let’s start there. Here are the steps to take when pairing a PlayStation or Xbox controller with Stadia:
Access your device’s settings and select Bluetooth.
Turn Bluetooth on.
Look for an option that reads something like pair a new device.
Enter the pairing mode on your PlayStation/Xbox controller.
Look at the list of available devices on your main device and select your controller.
Done. You can now open Google Stadia and play.
Last September, Google also enabled the use of third-party controllers with Chromecast Ultra. The steps here are a bit more nuanced and may take more time than with Google TV, but there’s nothing to prevent you from playing Google Staida via Chromecast Ultra using an Xbox or PlayStation controller.
Turn on your Chromecast Ultra.
Access your phone’s Bluetooth settings.
Select the Pair New Device option.
Enter the pairing mode on your third-party controller.
Scan the available devices list for your Xbox or PlayStation controller.
Open the Stadia application on your phone.
Navigate to the controller button in the top right corner and click it.
Click your Supported Controller.
Select Play on TV.
Enjoy your favorite game on Google Stadia.
Please note that this clever scheme also has a downside. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to use this phone while playing Google Stadia this way — the controller will be disconnected the moment you navigate away from the application or close it.
Generally, Google Stadia combines well with popular third-party controllers such as those made for Xbox and PlayStation. The key idea is that you need to establish a Bluetooth connection between the two devices and pair them using the Bluetooth settings interface. As you can see, doing this with Chromecast Ultra can get somewhat tricky as you’ll need to use the Stadia app on your phone, preventing you from reaching for it as you play. Yet, it gives you a lot of flexibility and saves your money in case you alreadt own a Chromecast ultra and an Xbox/PlayStation controller. After all, that’s the idea behind Goodle Stadia: eliminate first-party equipment and be flexible!
Speaking about controllers, what’s your all-time favorite? Leave a reply with its name to give it credit. And, if you have already tried pairing it with Google Stadia, don’t hesitate to leave a comment to share your experience so everybody knows what options there are when it comes to hardware.
Ethan Blackstone
16 03 2022
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Vodafon Idea Launches a Gaming Service
Today, Vodafone Idea is launching its new gaming service called Vi Games. Made in collaboration with Indian-based mobile gaming company Nazara Technologies, the service uses a dedicated app to offer its users a variety of games. The range includes well over a thousand Android and HTML5 games across as many as ten genres to fit every player’s taste.
Vi Games supports prepaid services as well as postpaid subscriptions. Apart from subscriber-only games, you can choose from its 200-something free titles, also representing a variety of genres. To be more specific about the game categories available, Vi Games classifies its titles into Adventure, Action, Arcade, Education, Fun, Casual, Puzzle, Sports, Strategy, and Racing. Don’t miss it if you are a Disney fan — you’ll find games such as Ducktales Remastered and Castle of Illusion that are based on the company’s movies and cartoons.
There are three basic subscription categories in Vi Games, namely Gold, Platinum, and Free. A gold pass means you can enjoy 30 titles at around 0,65 USD depending on whether you are a prepaid or postpaid user. The offer is valid for 30 days from the time you pay for it. Platinum games cost around 30 cents per download with a slight difference based on your subscription setting. Finally, there are free-to-download types that you can get via the Vi Games app.
There are plans to further enhance the service with e-sports as well as social games. Presently, though, the game range doesn’t include any popular titles that could win it a big audience at this initial stage, so we hope to see more soon.
Do you feel excited about Vi Games? Share in the comments whether you are going to try one of the many not-so-famous free games or even get a subscription (and which one if so).
Ethan Blackstone
14 03 2022
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Editor’s Choice
Improving Your Apple Calendar: Tips for Everyone
Apple Calendar is one of the best apps you already have enabled on your iPad, Mac, or iPhone. We are so used to this service, we don’t know how much more we can do with it. There are simple benefits you can enjoy on the app. Find your way to become more productive with the help of Apple Calendar.
Best Ways to Use Apple Calendar
Check out these tricks that may improve your life. You can pick only several of them based on your daily activity or enjoy them all at once. To use them, you need just your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. The most popular options:
Sync calendars. There are two major purposes that Apple Calendar has. One of them is the online calendar where you can sign meetings and important events. You can actually sync the calendar among all your devices and do not repeat the same information on your Mac or phone. The second is you can view calendars as a client, even if they were created on other devices. You may open the calendar in Microsoft Exchange or Google Calendar. You may even unite those calendars in one, color-coding them to bring everything in order;
You can use assistance. You don’t have to do everything on your own. Instead, you can ask your assistant if you have one, friend, or family member to add the meeting or important event into the calendar. Use the so-called “Delegate” function. This person can also track the changes, following responses, and send you notifications from different devices. Pay attention! It does not work with iCloud. Still, it works perfectly with the calendars from Microsoft Exchange;
Read-only option. If you want to show other users your calendar, but don’t want them to make any changes, you can use the “read-only view” option. It will show them the picture, but you will stay in charge of your notes there. To organize it, just pick the calendar, right-click on the name and pick the box “Publish.” This is how you can share a calendar. You don’t even need to use Mac for that;
Access your calendar from anywhere. You don’t need to use Apple gadgets to be able to check the calendar you have created. If you forgot your computer or phone, you can still use the app, but enter it via iCloud.com. Enter your password and you will be able to navigate the service;
Use location services. It is a useful feature. You can decide when to leave and set the alarm there. The service may also point you in the right direction based on Apple Maps. It syncs with Apple Maps and notifies you about the traffic on the road. You may use the service in your car or during the walk;
Benefits of CarPlay. You may discover several positive changes in the CarPlay if you are an owner of iOS 13. There are Upcoming Events notifications, and even the Get Directions tool. They appear on the dashboard. Add the address of the event you want to attend and you receive useful help with direction based on your current location;
Open the files you need. The app can open any files related to the appointment you made in your calendar. This feature helps businesspeople to prepare for their presentations and meetings with clients. The reminder can open the file before the event. You have to pick the time when the file will be opened;
You can create appointments with Siri. This is a perfect way to check, correct, and add appointments while you are in the car or busy with something. The feature is hands-free, so you also need to have your digital assistant Siri help you. Siri will read you a summary or make changes in the schedule if you need it.
Use Apple Calendar Like a Pro
You don’t have to be a business owner, don’t have to drive a car, or be an IT guy to use Apple Calendar. All you need is an intention to improve your life. Apple Calendar will help you to quickly organize everything. Check out all recommended features. If you know more, you can share them in the comments below. Which feature is your favorite? Do you use Apple Calendar often?
Ethan Blackstone
09 03 2022
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GrapheneOS Increases Security to Google Play Store
It provides secure photo and PDF apps to the Google Play Store. Users can easily get lost with multiple camera apps the Play Store contains. Users may waste hours and not find anything good. Apart from that, not every app is equally secured and reliable.
Once you find the app you want, you have to make sure that it cares about your privacy and does not put your security in danger. Having this requirement in mind, GrapheneOS created several apps with security as the No 1 priority. Since we are talking about cameras on your phones it is highly important to feel protected.
Due to the increased number of pro-Putin hackers’ attacks in nowadays reality where Russia leads the war towards Ukraine, users have to make sure their data is secured. New apps from GrapheneOS were originally noticed by XDA. They are called Secure PDF and Secure Camera. Apart from being extra secured, the Camera app provides numerous features. It works perfectly with the line of Google Pixel phones. You can scan the QR codes with its help. The app does not ask anything apart from access to your camera which is needed for its work. If you want to tag your photos and geotagging is turned on, the app may ask your permission to use it as well. Meanwhile, Secure PDF does not require any permission from you. It still provides all the features that were indicated.
These apps are open-source. You may already check out their codes on Github. Both of them can be found on Google Play Store. Users can download it free of charge and compare the features with paid alternatives. There are still no similar apps on iOS, but you can search for reliable alternatives.
Are you excited about the new apps? Have you checked them out? Will you use both services? Share your thoughts about them in the comments below.
Ethan Blackstone
07 03 2022