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Layoffs in Gaming and Lawsuits in Writing; It’s All Just Blood For The Machine
- Microsoft announces layoffs in the Xbox division affecting over 9,000 employees.
- Cuts include shutting down projects like The Initiative, Rare's Everwild, and Zenimax's game.
- Generative AI tools play a significant role in companies like Microsoft, Sony, and Epic Games.
- Legal battles and controversies surround the use of generative AI in the gaming industry.
- Audiobook sales rise, while gaming media sees changes with Gamurs, The Escapist, and Kotaku.
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Fairphone 6 aces repairability test
- The Fairphone 6, known for its focus on repairability, scored a perfect 10 out of 10 in a repairability test conducted by iFixit.
- The phone features a modular design, T5 Torx screws for easy disassembly, and no glue inside, making components like the battery, cameras, and screen easy to replace.
- Fairphone 6 is promised to receive at least seven major Android updates and eight years of security patches, ensuring longevity and support.
- Although the device is only IP55 rated for dust and water resistance due to lack of internal glue, its repair-friendly design sets it apart from mainstream smartphones.
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Today's Wordle answer for Saturday, July 5
- Today's Wordle answer for Saturday, July 5 is BALER.
- Wordle is a daily word puzzle game where players need to guess a secret five-letter word based on feedback given after each guess.
- Starting with strong words like ARISE can help in narrowing down potential letters in the word and increasing the chances of a correct guess.
- Wordle was created by software engineer Josh Wardle and has gained immense popularity, leading to various similar word games and eventually being sold to the New York Times.
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Motorola Edge 50 Fusion available for under Rs 17,500 on Flipkart: How to grab this deal
- Flipkart is currently offering a deal on the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion, bringing its price down to under Rs 17,500.
- The original price of the Motorola Edge 50 Fusion was Rs 22,999, but a flat discount of Rs 4,000 is available on Flipkart.
- Additional discounts of Rs 1,500 off on IDFC First Bank credit card and Rs 1,000 off on HDFC Bank credit card EMI transactions can also be availed.
- The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion boasts a 6.7-inch FHD+ pOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, 50MP primary camera, and a 5,000mAh battery with 68W fast charging.
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Running an Entire PS1 Emulator in a DS Cartridge
- A recent video by [fami] explores the SuperCard DSTWO, a Nintendo DS cartridge that can emulate PS1 games alongside DS games.
- The DSTWO runs games directly from the cartridge, surpassing the capabilities of the DS with its Ingenic JZ4732 CPU.
- Despite the complex setup process and challenges due to different architecture, community development supports improvements.
- Despite the difficulties, users can run games like SimCity 2000 and Spyro the Dragon on the DSTWO, showcasing impressive emulation capabilities.
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Poll: How Many Hours Have You Spent In Mario Kart World So Far?
- Mario Kart World on Switch 2 has players questioning their gameplay hours.
- Various gameplay modes like Knockout Tour and Grand Prix are keeping players engaged.
- Players share diverse opinions on their hours spent, favorite modes, and overall game rating.
- While some praise the game's content, others express disappointment and criticism.
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Google Pixel Watch 4 colors and sizes leak
- Google is rumored to unveil the Pixel Watch 4 alongside the Pixel 10 family on August 20.
- The Pixel Watch 4 will be available in 41mm and 45mm sizes with and without 4G LTE connectivity.
- Color options for the Pixel Watch 4 include Obsidian, Lemon, Moonstone, Iris, and Porcelain in various bands and finishes.
- The Pixel Watch 4 is expected to have a similar design to its predecessor, but with smaller bezels and new buttons on both sides of the speaker.
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Pokémon Go Eevee Community Day Classic guide
- Pokémon Go is hosting an Eevee Community Day Classic event on July 5 and 6 from 2-5 p.m. local time, featuring increased shiny Eevee spawns and various bonuses.
- The shiny rate for Eevee during Community Days is about 1 in 24, making it likely to encounter several shiny Pokémon if actively playing throughout the event.
- Evolving Eevee into its special forms during the event grants each form specific charged moves, and any Eevee caught during the event will also know the charged move Last Resort.
- The Eeveelutions have varying degrees of meta relevance in Pokémon Go, with Espeon, Glaceon, and Sylveon being notable for PvE and Umbreon and Sylveon for PvP battles.
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Zenless Zone Zero 2.1 Major Update Release Date Revealed
- Capcom and partner studios are gearing up to reveal Resident Evil Survival Unit, a real-time strategy mobile game, on July 10, 2025.
- The mobile game features fan-favorite characters like Jill Valentine, Leon Kennedy, and Claire Redfield, offering a fresh tactical spin on the franchise with elements of resource management, base defense, and tactical squad deployment.
- Pre-registration for Resident Evil Survival Unit is now open on the App Store and Google Play Store, with exclusive cosmetic skins and bonus supply drops promised for early registrants.
- The official announcement livestream for Resident Evil Survival Unit will be held on July 10 at 2 p.m. PT (10 p.m. UK), providing a deeper look at the mobile game's dynamic battlefields and intense zombie-siege scenarios.
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Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, the anime so good it made Cyberpunk 2077 cool again, is getting a sequel
- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, the anime linked to making Cyberpunk 2077 popular again, is receiving a sequel.
- A sequel series for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners was announced at Anime Expo in Los Angeles.
- The showrunner mentioned there's more to explore in Night City, promising something fresh and different from previous content.
- The release date for Edgerunners 2 is unspecified, leaving viewers to anticipate how it will compare to the original season.
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The Stream Team: Some 4th of July Summerween fun in AdventureQuest 3D
- MJ Guthrie will be celebrating Summerween on Pointless Isle in AdventureQuest 3D for July 4th, 2025.
- The event will feature Mystcroft beach crashers, the Summer Squash Lord, a massive Beach Ball'thulu, and Independence Day fireworks.
- Viewers can join the live stream at 8:00 p.m. EDT to watch MJ collect Summerween housing items and enjoy the festivities.
- The event will take place on Pointless Isle and promises a fun and exciting Summerween celebration with various activities.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Flip7 FE battery ratings posted, retailer listing confirms key specs
- The EPREL label for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 confirms its battery endurance, durability, repairability, and IP48 ingress protection rating.
- The Galaxy Z Flip7 has a 4,174mAh battery capacity, marketed as 4,300mAh, and boasts an expected battery life of 42 hours and 4 minutes on a single charge.
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is certified with a 3,887mAh battery capacity likely to be marketed as 4,000mAh.
- A Romanian retailer's listing reveals the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 in Jet Black, Blue Shadow, and Coral Red color options, with key specs including a 6.9-inch main screen, 4.1-inch cover screen, Exynos 2500 chipset, and a 4,300mAh battery capacity.
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Prime Day deals include the Amazon Smart Plug for only $13
- The Amazon Smart Plug is on sale for just $13 as part of the latest Prime Day event, a 48% discount from its typical price of $25.
- The Smart Plug integrates with Alexa to provide voice control for common household items like lamps and coffee makers, making it a convenient addition for those in Amazon's ecosystem.
- Setting up and using the Smart Plug is straightforward, without the need for a smart home hub. Its compact design allows for use in standard two-outlet fixtures and it automatically reconnects to Alexa after outages.
- While the Smart Plug lacks sharing capabilities in the app and isn't the most budget-friendly option, the current sale makes it a more appealing choice for users. Note: This article was originally published on Engadget.
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Deep Rock Galactic board game Kickstarter pulls in nearly $1 million in 1 day for a trio of new expansions
- The Kickstarter campaign for expansions of the Deep Rock Galactic board game has raised nearly $1 million in just one day, surpassing its initial goal of $23,540.
- The expansions - Rival Incursion, Horrors of Hoxxes, and the Shockwyrm mini-expansion - offer new environments, miniatures, and cards to enhance the game's cooperative gameplay.
- The Deep Rock Galactic board game is a dice-rolling dungeon crawler that has been well-received, with an average rating of 8.1 on BoardGameGeek.
- The success of the board game expansions adds to the overall popularity of Deep Rock Galactic, which has also seen spinoffs in the form of other games and even a crossover heavy metal song.
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Stop Killing Games is misleading
- Stop Killing Games campaign criticized for misleading information and emotional wording.
- Modern games rely on servers for core functions like economies and matchmaking.
- Shutdown of servers doesn't equal destroying a game, but a design choice.
- Preserving live-service games entails complex technical, legal, and financial challenges.
- Enforcing game preservation laws may lead to unintended consequences for developers and consumers.
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