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Samsung and Epic Games call a truce in app store lawsuit
- Epic Games and Samsung have settled a lawsuit regarding the deployment of 'Auto Blocker' on Samsung Android phones, which made it difficult for users to install the Epic Games Store.
- The lawsuit was settled just before Samsung's unveiling of its latest phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7.
- Epic Games had accused Samsung of implementing a feature that blocked third-party app stores, hindering the installation of the Epic Games Store; Samsung has agreed to address Epic's concerns in the settlement.
- The nature of the agreement remains undisclosed, but potential outcomes could include making changes to the default setting of Auto Blocker on Samsung phones or allowing approved third-party stores special access in Auto Blocker mode.
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This is the ultimate rebuke of studios killing their online games
- The Stop Killing Games movement, led by YouTuber Ross Scott, opposes publishers shutting down online games, emphasizing consumer rights and ownership.
- The movement originated after Ubisoft discontinued The Crew, prompting a lawsuit, and has amassed over 1 million signatures in Europe for its cause.
- Video Games Europe, a lobbying group, has countered the movement with arguments justifying game shutdowns, met with rebuttals from Scott questioning their stance and legal compliance.
- The movement is pushing for changes in End-user license agreements to preserve future games and prevent publishers from shutting them down without alternatives like private servers.
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Gamespot
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Hey Beavis, There's A Great Cornholio Xbox Controller You Can Win
- Call of Duty introduces Beavis and Butt-Head as DLC operators, featuring cel-shaded skins and the Great Cornholio alter ego.
- A Great Cornholio Xbox controller is now available as a prize in a contest hosted by Call of Duty.
- Players can participate in the contest by following @callofduty and leaving a comment with their account name paired with the hashtag #CODxBBSweepstakes.
- The contest rules provide more details on entry requirements.
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Engadget
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Apple is still trying to overturn the ban on the Apple Watch blood oxygen sensor
- Apple is making another attempt to appeal the trade ban that forced it to remove the blood oxygen sensor from its smartwatches.
- The ban was initiated in 2024 following a decision from the International Trade Commission (ITC) in 2023 that prohibited the sales of Apple Watch for infringing Masimo's patents.
- Apple and Masimo's lawyers presented new arguments to the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit regarding the ban's legality.
- The Apple Watch's blood oxygen sensor, removed in 2024, may be reintroduced in future models as part of enhanced health features.
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Gadget Flow
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SwitchBot Hub 3: All-in-One Smart Hub with Matter Support and Real-Time Home Monitoring
- SwitchBot Hub 3 is an all-in-one smart hub that supports Matter and offers real-time home monitoring capabilities.
- The hub allows users to unite various smart devices in their homes, such as air conditioners, TVs, lights, and more, for centralized control.
- It features a 2.4" IPS screen displaying real-time temperature, humidity, CO₂ data, weather updates, and lock status, making it easy to stay informed.
- Users can automate tasks effortlessly with features like the Dial Master for setting temperature or brightness and scene switching with one touch.
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Black Desert Console hypes the incoming arrival of the Deadeye class and Ulukita zone July 10
- Black Desert Console is introducing the Deadeye class on July 10th, featuring firearms like revolvers, shotgun, and rocket launcher for mid-ranged combat.
- The Deadeye class is known for its lack of subtlety, with skills like flinging dynamite at foes and shooting it to explode, as depicted in combat videos.
- The July 10th patch for Black Desert Console will also include the new region of Ulukita, offering new monster zones and items for players to explore.
- Apart from the Deadeye class and Ulukita zone, the BDO mobile version is also receiving updates tomorrow, including improvements for Hidden Outer Castle and Chaos Rift instances.
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Siliconera
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Ironmouse Vtuber Figure Joins Pop Up Parade SP Line
- Good Smile Company announced orders opened for a figure of VShojo Vtuber Ironmouse, part of the Pop Up Parade SP line, costing more and being more detailed.
- The figure stands over eight inches tall, featuring unique design elements like a heart-shaped ahoge strand and curly twin tail pigtails, based on her sixth-anniversary model.
- Ironmouse recently promoted the figure's pre-order at Anime Expo 2025, engaging in various activities, including performances and panel appearances.
- The figure will debut in Japan in January 2026, priced at ￥13,000, and launch in the US in Q3 2026 at $83.99; pre-orders are open until August 20, 2025.
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Romero Games "Is Not Closed" Following Xbox Layoffs
- Romero Games issues a statement denying closure after unannounced FPS cancellation.
- Reports of over 100 staff layoffs by Irish publication The Journal were refuted.
- Despite team members losing jobs, Romero Games remains operational, exploring new opportunities.
- Funding loss from Microsoft led to reevaluation of staffing. Hope for game completion.
- Community shows support amidst layoffs, questioning industry sustainability and management decisions.
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Pcgamer
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Capcom cancels a presentation on Monster Hunter Wilds performance at CEDEC 2025 amid ongoing developer harassment
- Capcom has canceled a presentation on Monster Hunter Wilds optimization planned for CEDEC 2025, amidst ongoing developer harassment.
- The developer presentation was focused on performance adjustments in the game, with a focus on GPU load, CPU load, and memory optimization.
- The cancellation comes amid negative sentiment towards the game's performance despite recent fixes, leading to targeted harassment towards Capcom developers.
- Capcom has warned of legal action against severe customer harassment targeting executives and employees, while other Monster Hunter Wilds talks at CEDEC are still scheduled to proceed.
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Kotaku
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Dune: Awakening: Is Fast Travel Worth It?
- In Dune: Awakening, players can fast travel to distant cities for a price of a few thousand Solaris, offering a convenient but costly way to navigate the vast desert.
- Players can initially fast travel to cities like Hagga Basin, Arrakeen, and Harko Village for 2,500 Solaris, with consequences for not paying the upkeep fees at certain locations.
- Fast travel involves a loading screen instead of an actual ride on the Ornithopter, highlighting a functional but less immersive travel experience.
- Players can eventually unlock better vehicles like Scout, Assault, and Carrier Ornithopters to travel more efficiently, with hopes for future updates to introduce sandworm riding mechanics.
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Gamespot
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I Can't Wait To Reloot African Artifacts From Western Museums
- Relooted surprises players by focusing on heist gameplay rather than parkour, where players take on the role of a mastermind planning museum and mansion thefts to reclaim African artifacts in the 21st century.
- Players control Nomali, who leads a crew of reformed thieves in strategizing each heist by mapping out targets, identifying escape routes, and manipulating objects to aid in the theft.
- Missions require players to plan meticulously to navigate security measures and obstacles, with no singular solution for success, making each heist challenging and engaging.
- Relooted's unique blend of strategic planning and parkour challenges offers a fresh take on heist games, emphasizing the importance of preparation and execution in stealing back cultural artifacts for noble reasons.
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Polygon
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The Nintendo Switch 2 has replaced my Steam Deck — for now
- Switch 2 replaces Steam Deck, capturing user's attention with enhanced features.
- Steam Deck's early bugs and experimental nature leads user to favor Switch 2.
- User values reliability over performance, switching to Switch 2 for consistent experience.
- Despite Switch 2's early bugs, user finds it more reliable compared to Steam Deck.
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Engadget
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Jack Dorsey just released a Bluetooth messaging app that doesn't need the internet
- Jack Dorsey released a Bluetooth messaging app called Bitchat that functions over Bluetooth networks without the internet.
- Bitchat uses decentralized, peer-to-peer communication and works by enabling encrypted communication between nearby devices.
- The app doesn't require Wi-Fi or cellular service, keeps messages stored only on the device, and allows for group chats protected with passwords.
- Jack Dorsey's push for decentralized communication platforms is evident in Bitchat, currently available as a beta via TestFlight.
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Kotaku
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The Best Characters For Every Track In Mario Kart World
- Mario Kart World features 30 standard courses with 100 intermission tracks in an interconnected world.
- Courses include collectibles and challenges in Free Roam mode, with a mix of new and retro tracks.
- Each cup favors specific characters with varying stats for winning races in the game.
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Kotaku
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Arrakis Ain't Made For Walking, So Here Are All The Vehicles You Can Craft In Dune: Awakening
- Dune: Awakening offers a variety of vehicles, from land cruisers to flying bug-like helicopters, to navigate the challenging planet of Arrakis.
- Players can unlock access to ground-based vehicles by completing the Across the Gap quest, which also unlocks most of the game's content.
- To build vehicles, players need a Welding Torch, access to specific research items in the tech tree, and resources like Fuel Cells.
- Available vehicles in Dune: Awakening include the Sandbike, Buggy, Sandcrawler, Scout Ornithopter, Assault Ornithopter, and Carrier Ornithopter, each with unique features and purposes.
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