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Apple is updating parental controls with new child safety features, including permission to text new numbers
- Apple has updated parental controls in various operating systems with new child safety features, including permission to text new numbers.
- Parents can now require kids to seek permission before texting new numbers and share a child’s age range with apps.
- Apple's Communication Safety feature can blur nudity on FaceTime video calls and shared Photos albums.
- The new parental controls are part of updated Screen Time settings arriving with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, visionOS 26, and tvOS 26.
- Parents can approve messaging new numbers requests in the Messages app and third-party developers can implement similar requests using PermissionKit.
- App Store age ratings have been updated with new options for different age groups like 13+, 16+, and 18+ to ensure age-appropriate experiences.
- Apps exceeding age restrictions won't appear in App Store tabs or stories.
- Parents can now grant exceptions through Ask to Buy for apps with age ratings exceeding restrictions.
- Parents can share their child’s age range with apps without revealing the birthdate, and this can be managed in privacy settings.
- A new feature allows parents to manage age-range info sharing options for apps in privacy settings.
- Third-party developers can use Apple's Declared Age Range API to request age information and highlight content controls on App Store pages.
- Apple updated child accounts to allow parents to update birthdates, correct age information, and complete account setup at a later time.
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Jurassic World Evolution 3's low system requirements spoiled by mention of AI-generated scientists
- Jurassic World Evolution 3 has announced its system requirements ahead of its October 21st release, revealing low specifications compared to recent trends in gaming.
- The game only requires a modest 25GB of storage space, a departure from the usual 100GB+ demands seen in modern titles.
- A noteworthy detail mentioned on the game's Steam page is the use of generative AI to create avatars for scientists in the game, a feature not highlighted in the Summer Game Fest trailer.
- There are concerns about how these AI-generated scientist avatars will blend into the game world, given past examples of robotic and soulless AI implementations.
- The system requirements for Jurassic World Evolution 3 are deemed accessible, with a selection of mid-range and budget-friendly graphics cards being sufficient for optimal gameplay.
- The full PC specs list includes details for both minimum and recommended requirements, offering a glimpse into the game's demands.
- The game boasts upgraded building and terraforming tools, along with the ability to raise baby dinosaurs into formidable creatures for your park.
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Best PC gaming deals for today: Alienware prebuilds, SteelSeries discounts, and more
- Several gaming hardware deals are currently available, including discounts on SteelSeries peripherals and Samsung's Smart AI Monitor preorder bonus offer.
- SteelSeries is offering significant discounts on various products like the Aerox 5 Wireless Mouse and Apex Pro Mini Wireless Keyboard.
- XFX Quicksilver AMD Radeon RX 9070XT White Gaming Edition is on sale for $839.99, catering to those aiming for 1440p or 4K setups.
- Samsung Smart AI Monitor preorders come with up to $100 off and $300 Samsung Store Credit, ideal for multitasking users.
- Alienware's Area-51 Gaming Desktop and Aurora Gaming Desktop are available at reduced prices with top-notch specifications.
- The WOLFBOX MF50 Electric Air Duster and ANOSON Zip Ties in assorted sizes are discounted, offering practical solutions for users.
- The GIGABYTE B650I AORUS Ultra Mini-ITX AM5 Motherboard and EPOMAKER RT100 97 Keys Gasket BT5.0/2.4G/USB-C Mechanical Gaming Keyboard are featured with price cuts and unique features.
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POSTAL 2 Redux is a Full-Blown Resurrection of the Infamous Shooter, Gunning for Xbox and Kickstarter
- Postal 2 Redux is a full-blown resurrection of the infamous 2003 open-world shooter.
- Developed by Running With Scissors, in collaboration with Team Beef and Flat2VR Studios, the project aims to modernize the game.
- The game is not just a remaster but a complete technical overhaul, moving from Unreal 1.5 to Unity.
- Postal 2 Redux will launch a Kickstarter campaign this summer to fund the redevelopment.
- The revamp includes high-res visuals, zero-load streaming world, improved civilian AI, and enhanced weapon physics.
- Destructible environments and an upgraded dog companion, Champ 2.0, are also part of the overhaul.
- Running With Scissors, Flat2VR Studios, and Team Beef express their enthusiasm for the project and the opportunity to enhance the Postal saga.
- The game is planned for release on various platforms, with the Kickstarter campaign influencing the final lineup.
- The Kickstarter 'Blood Drive' is scheduled to begin this summer, offering backers exclusive rewards like game keys and collector's editions.
- The project aims to bring a fresh look and gameplay to Postal 2, appealing to both longtime fans and new players alike.
- Fans can support the Kickstarter campaign and participate in the revamp of the chaotic world of Paradise.
- Postal 2 Redux will bring back the familiar chaos of the original game but with modern enhancements and added features.
- The development teams look forward to breathing new life into the game and providing an immersive experience for players.
- The Kickstarter campaign will offer backers the chance to engage with the development process and secure unique rewards.
- The upgraded version of Postal 2 is set to be released on multiple platforms, with the Kickstarter campaign determining additional supported platforms.
- The modernized Postal 2 Redux is a blend of past mayhem and contemporary technology, promising an exciting gameplay experience for fans.
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The relaxing cute world of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time ignited my hardcore side
- Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time has captivated the cozy gaming community, selling 1 million copies and gaining popularity on TikTok and Reddit.
- The game offers 15 Lives, allowing players to choose various classes like Mercenary, Miner, and Cook.
- The cooking minigame in Fantasy Life i presents challenges with time limits and specific actions.
- Players can improve their cooking skills by honing reaction time, memorizing symbols, and efficiently using the interface.
- The goal is to master the cooking minigame, level up gear, unlock skills, and understand the in-game economy.
- While still learning, the player aims to reach the max level in the Cook Life and explore other classes like Carpenter.
- The article details the player's journey to enhance their cooking abilities in the cozy sim game.
- It highlights the strategies employed, such as switching to keyboard/mouse and optimizing actions.
- The focus on improving reaction time and interface understanding parallels challenges in other games like MMO raids.
- Overall, the player aims to excel in the cooking minigame and progress in Fantasy Life i's expansive world.
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Silent Hill 1 remake announced with the briefest of teaser trailers
- Silent Hill 1 remake is in development by Bloober Team in collaboration with Konami.
- Teaser trailer was revealed during Konami's Press Start showcase.
- No specific details about release date, story changes, or combat system.
- Bloober's Silent Hill 2 remake was described as a 'handsome horror remake' that played it safe.
- Bloober chose Silent Hill 2 first as it matched their focus on personal, emotional stories.
- Creative director mentioned a preference for personal stories over occultism seen in earlier Silent Hill games.
- Konami's plans influenced the decision to start with Silent Hill 2 remake.
- Bloober also working on other projects within the Silent Hill franchise.
- Fans interested in a different approach may look forward to Silent Hill f set in Japan and Silent Hill: Townfall spin-off.
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Silent Hill f devs want you to ‘find the beauty in terror’
- Silent Hill f developers revealed the major theme of the game as 'beauty in terror' during a livestream.
- The game has shifted its setting from the town of Silent Hill to Japan for a psychological horror experience.
- Japanese horror essence, focusing on the coexistence of beauty and disturbing elements, is highlighted in the new title.
- Silent Hill f, announced in October 2022, is the eighth mainline game in the series and set in 1960s Japan.
- Players control high school student Hinako Shimizu in a town overtaken by mysterious fog and monsters.
- The combat in the game is simple yet challenging, as players navigate the horrors with limited resources.
- The game's visual designs aim to captivate players with an eerie charm that is both unsettling and captivating.
- The setting in 1960s Japan was chosen for its ability to depict the theme of the story with a higher contrast.
- Scriptwriter Ryukishi07 selected the Showa Era as it feels like a different world connected to the present but with old customs.
- Silent Hill f, developed by NeoBards Entertainment, is set to launch on Sept. 25 for PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X.
- The game is available for pre-order, offering fans a new chapter in the iconic horror franchise.
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Stephen Hackett on Opening Up a ‘Macintosh’ Screensaver Treasure Trove
- Stephen Hackett explored the 'Macintosh' screensaver and revealed its construction details.
- The screensaver is actually an Extension located at /System / Library / ExtensionKit / Extensions / WallpaperMacintoshExtension.appex.
- By revealing the package contents, Hackett discovered a treasure trove of information.
- The screensaver is not a video but dynamically displays its designs when activated.
- The dynamic creation process of the screensaver was a mystery until now.
- Hackett has kept the details under wraps to maintain the fun surprise element.
- He has also compiled all image files in HiRes for those interested in downloading them.
- Hackett's personal admiration for these designs led to an exciting and enjoyable discovery.
- The screensaver designs are significant to Hackett, as he even has two of them as tattoos.
- The discovery sheds light on the unique aspects and creation process of the 'Macintosh' screensaver.
- The screensaver's non-video nature adds to its intrigue and dynamic display functionality.
- The revealed details offer insights into the unexpected yet creative elements of the screensaver.
- Hackett's findings provide a deeper understanding and appreciation for the iconic 'Macintosh' screensaver.
- The exploration of the screensaver adds a new dimension to its legacy and visual appeal.
- The discovery process enhances the nostalgic and historical value of the 'Macintosh' screensaver.
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Apple beset with a slew of issues in one of its most trying times of the post-Steve Jobs era
- Apple, a once distinguished tech giant, is facing various challenges in the post-Steve Jobs era.
- The company is lagging behind in artificial intelligence and grappling with global regulatory issues.
- Apple is struggling to boost iPhone demand, especially in China, its major revenue source.
- The search for Apple's 'next big thing' has been challenging following setbacks in car projects and smart home technology.
- Apple's stock performance has weakened, losing its spot as the world's most valuable business.
- Key challenges include Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Smart Headsets, Google Search Deal, App Store, Regulations, Executive Succession, and China Sales.
- Critics urge prompt resolution of executive leadership challenges for Apple to address innovation and vision.
- Apple CEO Tim Cook hints at the company's involvement in movies and TV businesses.
- Apple TV+ releases a thrilling trailer for the third season of 'Foundation.'
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Konami announces Silent Hill 1 Remake as it shares more Silent Hill F details
- Konami announces a Silent Hill 1 Remake with Bloober Team on board.
- The Silent Hill F game was revealed, featuring core themes of natural beauty and horror set in Japan's Shōwa era.
- Ryūkishi07, known for Higurashi no Naku Koro ni, is writing Silent Hill F with a female protagonist, psychological trauma, Japanese folklore, and body horror.
- Previous Silent Hill games had misfires like Downpour, HD Collection, and Book of Memories before the P.T. project by Hideo Kojima.
- Recent experimental titles like The Short Message and Ascension didn't succeed, leading to Bloober Team's Silent Hill 2 remake.
- Silent Hill F is set to launch on September 25th on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- No release date or platform details have been provided for the Silent Hill Remake.
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Metal Gear Solid Delta trailer shows off Fox Hunt multiplayer mode, Ape Escape, boss battles, and more
- Konami unveiled a new Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater gameplay trailer featuring the return of multiplayer with a new mode called Fox Hunt.
- The trailer showcased a soldier character using camouflage tech to hide from others in a third-person POV, blending elements from the base game.
- Yu Sahara, director of Fox Hunt mode, described it as taking camouflage and hide-and-seek to a new level, creating a fresh multiplayer experience.
- Sahara emphasized that Fox Hunt is an original mode distinct from 2008's Metal Gear Online, focusing on stealth and survival elements unique to Metal Gear.
- The trailer also highlighted Snake vs. Monkey mode inspired by Ape Escape and an Xbox-exclusive mode featuring Bomberman in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater.
- The game will feature a revamped UI, reworked combat mechanics for boss battles, and stay true to the essence of the original acclaimed 2004 game.
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is set for release on August 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
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Suikoden Star Leap Will Be on PC via Steam
- Suikoden Star Leap will be available on PC via Steam as confirmed by Konami during the Press Start June 2025 presentation.
- The game is a free-to-play, mobile title with gacha elements that serves as a prequel to the mainline Suikoden series.
- Producer Shinya Fujimatsu announced the PC release aims to reach a wider player base.
- System requirements for the PC version have not been revealed yet, but the product page is live on Steam.
- The game will support multiple languages including English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified and Traditional Chinese.
- Players will be able to use PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X controllers with the PC version.
- New screenshots of Suikoden Star Leap have been released on Steam.
- Some familiar characters like Flik, Odessa Silverberg, and Viktor from Suikoden 1 and 2 will appear in the prequel.
- The Suikoden section can be found around the halfway point of the Konami Press Start stream.
- The game is in development for PC via Steam and mobile devices.
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The debacle of MindsEye is ending in Sony refunds
- Build a Rocket Boy released MindsEye after unusual pre-launch events, including smear campaigns, executive departures, and lack of review codes to outlets like Polygon and Eurogamer.
- MindsEye launched with insufficient critic reviews for a Metascore and garnered mixed user reviews on Steam due to optimization issues and poor enemy AI.
- One Steam review sparked a rumor about cutscenes possibly extending gameplay to prevent refunds, but it seems more related to poor pacing than intentional deception.
- Build a Rocket Boy acknowledges technical challenges, working to improve game performance with updates after a sizable day-one patch.
- Despite promotional efforts, some influencers struggle to endorse MindsEye due to bugs and performance issues, drawing comparisons to the troubled launch of Cyberpunk 2077.
- Concerns arise over MindsEye's future success and potential parallels to Concord, another delisted Sony title, emphasizing the challenging road ahead for Build a Rocket Boy's debut game.
- The article reflects on CD Projekt Red's recovery from Cyberpunk 2077's launch issues, contrasting it with uncertainties surrounding MindsEye's path without an established track record of success.
- Given previous industry outcomes, there's doubt whether MindsEye can overcome its current negative reception and technical hurdles, requiring significant efforts from Build a Rocket Boy to salvage the game's reputation.
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Albums: Algorithm-Free Listening for Music Lovers [Sponsor]
- Albums is a music player designed for true music lovers, offering an alternative to the built-in Music app.
- Developed by Adam Linder, it provides unique features like album shuffle, robust tagging, and filtering options.
- Users can build dream album collections, tag music not in their library, and enjoy an extended two-week free trial of Albums Premium.
- The app includes a Release Feed to track new music, play history reports, and personalized collections through its Insights tab.
- Albums is deeply integrated with iOS features, supports Shortcuts, CarPlay, and interactive widgets.
- The app is available for iOS and iPadOS, with a macOS version in development.
- After six years of improvements on the App Store, Albums continues to enhance the music-listening experience.
- Users can also explore Adam's music-discovery app, Univershuffle, which shuffles music on the Apple Music catalog.
- Albums is supported by MacStories for WWDC coverage and offers readers the opportunity to access extra content through Club MacStories memberships.
- Club MacStories provides weekly and monthly newsletters, automation workflows, early access to podcasts, giveaways, an active Discord community, and more.
- Club MacStories+ includes additional features like advanced search, custom RSS, bonus columns, and app discounts.
- Club Premier offers all Club MacStories benefits and premium podcast content, AppStories+, delivered early and ad-free.
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Secret Theater Returns in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
- Konami Press Start 2025 showcased Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater with Bomberman crossover content, return of Secret Videos, and Fox Hunt hide-and-seek mode.
- Snake vs Bomberman featured in Xbox Series X version, replacing Snake vs Monkey Ape Escape crossover.
- Secret Theater videos return in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, now as collectibles found on enemies.
- New Secret Theater videos will be added to the existing ones from Metal Gear Solid 3: Subsistence.
- Fox Hunt Mode in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater described as an online multiplayer experience with a stealth gameplay focus.
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater coming to PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC on August 28, 2025.
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