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GDC 2011: It’s Magicka In Vietnam
Have you heard? It’s one of the more unexpected expansions, and it’s awesome!
CES 2011: Microsoft Introduces Avatar Kinect
Microsoft, computer software manufacture, have announced Avatar Kinect, social networking application for its console. The application uses facial recognition software to track users emotions, allowing for a more “connected” experience. The service will be available via a software update in the spring — along with more navigation for Kinect users. In addition, the service will [...]
CES 2011: Razer Demos Switchblade Gaming Tablet
Razer, computer products manufacture, have debuted a handheld personal computing console. The device, codenamed Switchblade, features a multitouch screen and a dynamic, programmable keyboard. The handheld console is still in the concept phases, but Razer has confirmed that it runs on an unreleased Intel Atom precessing unit and Razer user interface. However, the graphical processing [...]
CES 2011: Netflix Becomes Kinect Navigated
Microsoft, the industries leading software manufacture, have announced a spring software upgrade allowing for the use of Kinect, the control-free motion device, to navigate application menus. Ron Forbes, who works for the companies entertainment division, demoed the motion controlled versions of the applications, including Netflix, Hulu Plus and Zune Marketplace. “There you have it — [...]
CES 2011: Samsung Debuts 3D Monitors
Samsung, the multinational hardware manufacture, has unveiled a new line of third-dimensional LED monitors. Using “smart design”, the SA950 and SA750 are the first computer monitors to take advantage of the companies proprietary third-dimensional tech. Both the monitors include a unique aesthetic design, especially the SA950 which features a wide foot-stand that attaches the panel [...]
CES 2011: Toshiba Demoing Glasses-Free 3D TVs
Toshiba, the Japanese hardware manufacture, have made good on its word. According to the companies executives, Toshiba will be “kicking” things into “high gear” going into the upcoming fiscal year. That said, the company will be to showcasing its 56-inch and 65-inch prototype televisions, which will feature its three-dimensional tech, at CES. Reuters reports that [...]
Gingerbread Has Intergrated PlayStation Controls
The Gingerbread, the latest Google Android operating system, has been at the center of the PlayStation Phone speculation for sometime. Now, reports have revealed that the Gingerbread operating system has been integrated to support the PlayStation control set. Gingerbread is said to be a graphical powerhouse and the operation system is also said to be [...]
Uncharted For The iPhone
Though its influences weren’t revealed, Shadow Guardian, a new title being develop for the iOS, seems to lend heavily from Naughty Dog’s Uncharted franchise, which explains our serious case of deja vu. The game follows the adventures of Jason Cole, who embarks on a globe-trotting adventure in search of powerful ancient artifacts. It’s expected to [...]
All Points Bulletin Remains Valuable
The promising cops and robbers title, All Points Bulletin, which shut down after a mere two months in operation, could be turned around, providing that someone has “nine months of hard work” to spare; said Codemasters’ general manager David Solari. Solari is convinced that if someone brought the title, whether it is to resurrect the [...]
Kinect Is Selling Out… Fast
In response to a dominating marketing campaign, Kinect, the “controller-free” motion control device, has sold out at many traditional retailers. However, consumers can still grab the device bundled with a console, but they’re “thinning at this time.” WalMart, apparently, has a some of the devices remaining, but a spokesperson warned, “there is going to be [...]
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