Tech/Science

Solar Farms Providing Unexpected Benefits for Insects and Biodiversity in the UK

Discover how solar farms in the British landscape are benefiting pollinating insects and helping tackle climate change and loss of biodiversity. Despite controversy over potential food production loss and impact on countryside character, solar parks are proving to be beneficial for bees, butterflies, moths, and hoverflies, providing an oasis of food and nectar unobtainable elsewhere.

Mixed Reactions to Otherside Metaverse Beta Test

The Otherside metaverse, a $300 million project by the creators of the Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT, recently held beta sessions for NFT owners. However, initial impressions suggest that the experience may not live up to its lofty ambitions, with limited visuals, choppy performance, and a lack of chat functionality. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how projects like Otherside will deliver compelling, immersive experiences in the evolving digital frontier.

ESRB Rates Dragon’s Dogma 2 with Sexual Content and Blood/Gore

The ESRB has released its rating for Dragon’s Dogma 2, revealing sexual content and interactions with sex workers. The game has also been tagged with Blood and Gore, leading to a Mature rating. The rating assures that the sexual content does not cross into explicit territory, allowing fans to make an informed decision about the game.

Moon Studios Ventures into New Genre with No Rest for the Wicked

Moon Studios is breaking into a new genre with its upcoming release, No Rest for the Wicked, promising intense challenges and satisfying rewards. The game diverges from high-speed combat, opting for a more deliberate and strategic approach, reminiscent of the Dark Souls series.

AMD’s FSR 3 Technology Provides Frame Rate Boost to The Last of Us Part 1, Robocop: Rogue City, and Remnant 2

AMD’s FSR 3 upscaling and frame generation technology is now benefiting The Last of Us Part 1, Robocop: Rogue City, and Remnant 2, marking a significant milestone in AMD’s efforts to integrate this technology into as many games as possible. The addition of FSR 3 to The Last of Us Part 1 is expected to provide a much-needed performance boost for players, especially those without an Nvidia RTX GPU. Despite the dominance of Nvidia DLSS, AMD is optimistic about the potential impact of FSR 3 in enhancing gaming experiences across a wide range of titles.

Motorola and Lenovo Announce Smart Connect at MWC 2024

Motorola and Lenovo have just announced Smart Connect at MWC 2024, allowing for seamless multi-device experience between PC, phone, and tablet. This new ecosystem eliminates disruptions when transitioning between devices and offers features like cross control, swipe to stream, and instant hotspot. Smart Connect is a big step for both companies, showing their commitment to delivering a smarter software solution for consumers.

Arcade Paradise VR Unveils Mixed Reality Support On Quest

Arcade Paradise VR, a retro arcade adventure, is set to offer exclusive content for its VR adaptation, including ‘Future Home: Enter Reality’ allowing users to position multiple arcade cabinets in their living space. Scheduled to arrive on the Meta Quest platform in Spring 2024, Arcade Paradise VR promises an immersive experience for VR enthusiasts. Learn more about how Arcade Paradise VR adapts the business sim for Quest in an exclusive interview with Nosebleed Interactive.

LEGO Unveils New Formula One Kits for 2024 Season

Get ready for the 2024 F1 season with LEGO’s new lineup of F1-themed sets, including Mercedes-AMG W14 Technic cars, a commemorative Ayrton Senna set, and a McLaren MCL60. These sets bring the thrill of building Formula One machinery to life, with interactive guidance for builders of all levels.

Samsung Knox Achieves Common Criteria Certification for 2024 TVs

Samsung Knox, integrated into its 2024 TVs, achieves Common Criteria (CC) certification, ensuring global security excellence and 10 consecutive years of CC certification. The certification underscores three core security features of Samsung Knox: Tizen OS Monitoring, Phishing Website Blocking, and Enhanced Personal Information Protection.

Nvidia Worried About Missing Out on Portable Gaming PC Market Dominated by AMD

Nvidia is concerned about missing out on the booming market of portable gaming PCs dominated by AMD, as it powers popular devices like the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally. Speculations suggest Nvidia might partner with Intel to create a premium gaming handheld, potentially outperforming other devices in the market.