Author: Tim Rogers

Intuitive Machines’ inaugural moon mission took an unexpected turn as the spacecraft landed on its side, leading to a shift in the positioning of the solar panels in relation to the sun. The company announced this update on Tuesday morning. Despite landing on the moon five days ago, flight controllers are still assessing the remaining battery life, estimated at 10-20 hours. Originally designed for a 7-10-day operation, the spacecraft named Odysseus encountered this setback. Intuitive Machines achieved a historic milestone by landing Odysseus near the lunar south pole, marking the first American hardware to touch the moon’s surface since NASA’s…

Sony has announced ‘significant’ layoffs that are set to affect PlayStation, with around 900 employees (8% of the workforce) being made redundant globally. This decision will impact most of PlayStation’s studios, including well-known ones like Insomniac (Spider-Man), Naughty Dog (The Last of Us), Firesprite (PSVR), and Guerrilla (Horizon). The hardest-hit will be PlayStation’s London Studio, which will be completely closed down. This move is said to be part of a larger effort to ‘deliver the best gaming experiences possible’, but it adds to the wave of layoffs that have plagued the industry in the past year. ‘Difficult News About Our…

Mystic Games has partnered with Jambo to integrate the Web3 game Call of the VoYd into Jambo’s mobile devices. Previously available for download via app stores, Mystic’s play-to-earn title will now come pre-installed on JamboPhones, providing more opportunities to introduce the blockchain experience to users across Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. JamboPhones are designed with accessibility in mind, and this partnership aims to empower economic opportunities in these regions, offering a pathway to financial inclusion. Jambo’s mobile reach currently extends to over 40 countries. Integrating Web3 A JamboPhone is essentially an Android 13 device powered by a suite of…

Over the past decade, HTC has undergone significant changes since a small team split off to establish its mixed reality division. Today, HTC is no longer solely a phone company, although it still manufactures handsets, primarily targeting the mid-range market in Asia. The mixed reality sector now plays a crucial role in HTC’s overall business, accounting for the majority of its global revenue, according to Dan O’Brien, the Vive general manager. At MWC, HTC showcased a large, white booth with various demo stations scattered throughout the space. While showcasing third-party products, such as Nord Space ApS’s customized headset for astronaut…

Historically, Macs have had a mixed reputation when it comes to gaming. However, Apple took a significant step towards improving Mac gaming at WWDC 2022. They introduced two key features – MetalFX, an upscaling program, and the Fast Resource Loading API, which will enhance game performance and decrease loading times. These advancements have opened the door for more games to be available on Mac, attracting a new audience of gamers. Whether you enjoy AAA blockbusters like Shadow of the Tomb Raider, methodical shooters like Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, or indie favorites like Stardew Valley, there’s something for every type of…

Windows 11 is a powerful operating system known for its productivity features. One of the standout capabilities is its ability to snap windows in different configurations, making multitasking a breeze and enhancing efficiency when managing multiple applications. However, to fully benefit from Windows 11’s split screen features, it’s important to know how to utilize them effectively. In this guide, we will walk you through using the operating system’s split screen tools, including Snap Layouts and Snap Assist. Additionally, we will provide instructions on how to disable Windows 11’s split screen features if you decide they are not suitable for your…

The Steam Deck is a highly emulator-friendly system, and with some useful tips and tricks, you can easily set up and run emulators on the Steam Deck in just a matter of minutes. Valve, the creator of the Steam Deck, understood the appeal of emulation for gamers looking to relive classic games from the past. That’s why the Steam Deck is designed to allow you to choose and run emulators right out of the box. Disclaimer: Emulation exists in a legal gray area, as obtaining ROM files for playing games from legitimate sources is often challenging. We do not support…

Did you know you can use your Amazon Echo smart speaker or your Echo Show smart display as a doorbell chime? As long as you have a compatible doorbell product that Alexa can connect with, you’ll be able to receive doorbell notifications in the form of audible chimes, as well as video live-feeds (if you’re using an Echo Show). The process of linking your compatible doorbell product to Amazon Alexa is straightforward, and we’ve prepared a step-by-step guide to assist you. Google Install a compatible video doorbell Amazon’s Echo requires a compatible smart doorbell to establish a connection. Without the…

Apple’s Vision Pro can be used as a 4K virtual display for Mac, extending your desktop to a spatial computing environment. A new app called Splitscreen takes this further, allowing you to add a second macOS display to your Vision Pro, even with a different Apple ID. This app is great for multitaskers who want to use multiple Mac computers with their Mac Virtual Display in the Vision Pro — one for work and one for personal use. With Splitscreen, you can create the feel of a multiple monitor setup within the VR/AR environment. Developer Jordi Bruin mentions that solving…

Apple The Apple Mac Mini M2 with a 256GB SSD is currently on sale from Amazon at 17% off, now priced at $499 from $599. Don’t miss this opportunity to save $100 on the 2023 model of the mini PC. Act fast as Apple products with significant discounts like this usually generate a lot of interest. Reasons to Purchase the Apple Mac Mini M2 In our list of the best desktop computers, we highlighted the Apple Mac Mini M2 as a supercharged version of the brand’s mini PC, ideal for any home. With Apple’s M2 processor, eight-core CPU, 10-core GPU,…