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Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S6 Lite Set To Launch A Third Time

Samsung is expected to give a second refresh to its Tab S6 Lite soon. Here’s everything we know yet.
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The 60 best space photos of all time from Nasa, Hubble, and more

From distant galaxies to stunning portraits of planets close to home, there’s nothing like an image of space to blow your mind. Here are 60 of our favorites.
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The iPhone’s futuristic satellite tech isn’t coming to Android any time soon

Qualcomm has killed an ambitious project that sought to bring Apple-like satellite connectivity feature to Android phones, but there’s still some hope.
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iPhone 15 Pro vs. iPhone 13 Pro: is it time to upgrade?

So, you have an iPhone 13 Pro and are considering upgrade to an iPhone 15 Pro. There are a few reasons to do so — and still others that might hold you back.
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[Deal] Honor’s Magic 5 Pro flagship is down to its lowest ever price of £765 for a limited time

Powered by the 2023’s flagship processor of choice, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Honor’s Magic 5 Pro serves up a mix of high-end cameras, performance, and battery life without tanking your wallet – unlike Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra. Already reasonably priced for a flagship phone at £949, you can pick the Magic 5 Pro for […]

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Now’s a great time to buy Google Home, Android and Chromebook

Best Buy has all sorts of great tech discounted right now, including Google Home and Android products, and big discounts on Chromebooks.
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Now’s a great time to buy the Oura Ring: Save $50 for Father’s Day

Treat Dad to the Oura Ring Gen 3 with its great lifestyle tracking features and stylish looks — now on sale from Oura direct.
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I used a smart blood pressure monitor for the first time — and it blew me away

When I was told I had to monitor my blood pressure, I wanted to use something more high-tech than a normal cuff. It was exactly the right thing to do.
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Twitter delays API changes again, this time ‘by a few more days’

Twitter is once again delaying the rollout of its paid API. In a tweet spotted by AppleInsider, the company said Tuesday it needs more time to complete work on the redesign. “As part of our efforts to create an optimal experience for the developer community, we will be delaying the launch of our new API platform by a few more days,” Twitter posted.

When the company first announced it was shutting down its free APIs, Twitter said it would cut access off on February 9th. It later pushed back the cutoff date to February 13th without warning. Elon Musk hasn’t said much about how paid access to Twitter’s APIs could work other than to suggest the company will charge $ 100 per month and add “ID verification” to limit bot abuse. The company has also said it plans to introduce a free access tier that will allow “good” bots to tweet up to 1,500 times a month.

It’s worth noting that third-party clients and the creators of automated accounts aren’t the only people who use Twitter’s APIs. Researchers frequently use the data the platform generates for a variety of purposes. For instance, in the aftermath of the recent 7.8-magnitude earthquake that has killed at least 36,000 people in Turkey and Syria, members of the Turkish diaspora have used tweets to create heatmaps that show where survivors could be located, with the intention of sharing their findings with rescue crews and aid organizations.

In a recent interview with Time, data scientists and people involved with the rescue effort said Elon Musk’s cost-cutting measures, including the multiple rounds of layoffs he has ordered since taking over the company in October, have slowed their work. The company’s API changes are likely to further impact the rescue effort. “If the API stops, the flow of data will stop and people will have to rely solely on slower ways of coordination for the relief efforts,” Sedat Kapanoglu, one of the software engineers involved in the project, told Time. “That can have life-altering effects. It’s that important.”

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The 5 worst iPads of all time

Apple’s iPad has been a huge success, but that doesn’t mean that there weren’t failures in its history. Here are the worst iPads Apple has ever released.
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Okta had another security incident, this time involving stolen source code

Okta is responding to a major security incident for the second time this year. As first reported by BleepingComputer, Okta began notifying customers earlier today via email of an event that saw an unnamed party steal the company’s source code. In early December, Okta was notified by GitHub of possible suspicious access to its online code repositories. Following an investigation, Okta determined someone had used that access to copy over its source code but that they had subsequently not gained unauthorized access to its identity and access management systems.

In a statement Okta shared with Engadget, the company confirmed it was notifying customers of a recent security incident, and pointed to a blog post it published moments ago. "In early December 2022, GitHub alerted Okta about possible suspicious access to Okta code repositories. We have confirmed no customer data was impacted, nor was there any other customer impact. No customer action is required and the Okta service remains fully operational and secure," an Okta spokesperson told Engadget. "Okta does not rely on the confidentiality of its source code for the security of its services. This event does not impact any other Okta products, and we have been in communication with our customers."

While the damage from the GitHub incident appears minimal, the event was still a significant test of Okta. Following the Lapsus$ breach that saw hackers from the ransomware gang access two active customer accounts, the company admitted it “made a mistake” in handling the disclosure of that data breach. You may recall it took Okta two months to notify customers of what had happened, and one of the things it promised to do in the aftermath of the incident was “communicate more rapidly with customers.” That pledge was put to the test.

Update 4:27PM ET: Added confirmation and comment from Okta. 

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Forget TikTok — it’s time to ban Twitter

Banning TikTok is silly. Twitter — and new owner Elon Musk — is what everyone should be worried about.
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Latest iPad is $50 off, with delivery in time for the holidays

The holidays are kicking off soon, but a 2022 Apple iPad can kick itself into your hands sooner… at $ 50 off!
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Real ID enforcement delayed yet again — this time to 2025

The Department of Homeland Security said Monday it’s again pushing back the enforcement of Real ID requirements for state driver’s licenses and ID cards. The latest delay moves states’ compliance deadline to May 7th, 2025.

Passed by Congress in 2005 as a response to the Sept. 11th, 2001 terrorist attacks, the Real ID Act requires stricter documentation for boarding flights and entering federal or nuclear facilities. For example, to get a Real ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID card, you need to provide paperwork for your name, date of birth, address, Social Security card and birth certificate.

The DHS says the requirements increase state IDs’ reliability and accuracy. Officials can quickly see whether a card is Real ID-compliant by looking for the gold star in the upper right-hand corner.

When the bill passed, states initially had a 2008 compliance deadline. But after some states and US territories refused to play ball, the cutoff faced delay after delay. Despite the ever-shifting deadlines, 13 states rolled out support in 2012. The list grew in the following years as reluctant states faced the prospect of having their residents blocked from flights. But the COVID-19 pandemic led to even more kicking of the can, and today’s cutoff point pushes it back from May 2023 to May 2025.

“DHS continues to work closely with US states, the District of Columbia, and the US territories to meet Real ID requirements,” said Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas in a news release today. “This extension will give states needed time to ensure their residents can obtain a Real ID-compliant license or identification card. DHS will also use this time to implement innovations to make the process more efficient and accessible. We will continue to ensure that the American public can travel safely.” 

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Google Pixel 7 review: Did Google finally get it right this time?

Google has launched another iteration of their flagship phones with the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Offering a modern new design, better cameras, a next-generation Google Tensor G2 CPU, and a handful of new software tricks, it should be their best Pixel phone yet. But competition is stiff. Apple has finally caught up with […]

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How to change the time font on your iOS 16 lock screen

With iOS 16, Apple now allows customizing og the time font on your lock screen. Here’s an easy step-by-step guide to help you change the font and its color.
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It’s time to update your iPhone and iPad to iOS 16.1 and iPadOS 16

Apple finally releases iPadOS 16 to everyone, as well as iOS 16.1 for compatible devices.
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Former eBay execs get prison time in cyberstalking case involving Twitter threats and fetal pig deliveries

Two of the eBay executives who were charged for staging a cyberstalking campaign against the creators of the eCommerceBytes newsletter have been sentenced to prison. The Justice Department says that these execs, along with five other former eBay employees, worked together to intimidate David and Ina Steiner. They apparently hatched a scheme targeting the Steiners shortly after Ina published an article in their newsletter about a lawsuit eBay filed accusing Amazon of poaching its sellers. David said the people involved in their harassment made their lives "a living hell."

James Baugh, eBay's former senior director of safety and security, was sentenced to almost five years in prison and was ordered to pay a fine of $ 40,000. Meanwhile, David Harville, eBay's former Director of Global Resiliency and the last person in the case who pleaded guilty, got a two-year sentence and was ordered to pay a $ 20,000 fine. 

According to the DOJ, the group sent disturbing deliveries to the couple's home, including "a book on surviving the death of a spouse, a bloody pig mask, a fetal pig, a funeral wreath and live insects." They also sent the couple threatening Twitter messages and posted on Craigslist to invite the public to partake in sexual encounters at the victims' home. Authorities also said that Baugh, Harville and another eBay employee monitored the couple's home in person with the intention of attaching a GPS tracker to their car. 

Based on the case's court documents, David Wenig, who was eBay's CEO at the time, sent another top exec a message that said "If you are ever going to take her down … now is the time" 30 minutes after Ina's post was published. In turn, that executive sent Wenig's message to Baugh, adding that Ina was a "biased troll who needs to get BURNED DOWN." As The Washington Post notes, Wenig was not charged in the case but is facing a civil lawsuit from the Steiners, who accused him of attempting to "intimidate, threaten to kill, torture, terrorize, stalk and silence them." He denied any knowledge of the harassment campaign. 

As for Baugh and Harville, both asked the Steiners for forgiveness, according to The Post. "I take 100% responsibility for this, and there is no excuse for what I have done. The bottom line is simply this: If I had done the right thing and been strong enough to make the right choice, we wouldn’t be here today, and for that I am truly sorry," Baugh said.

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The OnePlus 10T is the right OnePlus phone at the wrong time

OnePlus 10T is a confusing device that offers higher performance than the OnePlus 10 Pro, but everything else is sub-par. Is it still worth a shot?
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[Deal] You’ll always be in the picture with OBSBOT’s Tiny 4K or Tiny 1080P Smart WebCam that are down to $210/$160 for a limited time

Still looking for a high-quality webcan that doesn’t make you appear like a colorless blur on those Zoom meetings? If so, OBSBOT’s range of smart webcams could be just what you need to project the high-res image of yourself and put the other blurs to shame. The standout model in this Back-to-School promotion is the […]

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Samsung’s new Smart Monitor M8 is $100 off for the first time

Samsung added to its Smart Monitor lineup a few months ago with the introduction of the M8, and now you can pick up that display for less for the first time. Both Amazon and Samsung have the Smart Monitor M8 in white for $ 100 less than usual, bringing it down to $ 600. You won't find any other color options at Amazon, but Samsung has the green, pink and blue versions as well. While those models are also $ 100 off, they start off more expensive at $ 730, so you can pick up any of them for $ 630.

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These Smart Monitors are designed for those that want an all-in-one display that can do a lot of things, even without a connected PC. The M8 is essentially a 32-inch, WiFi-capable smart TV and a monitor in one, allowing you to connect your PC or laptop to use it as an external display or use it on its own with the included remote control. You have access to streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and others, and you won't have to connect external speakers since the M8 delivers audio via built-in, dual 5W speakers.

The M8 can also control SmartThings-compatible IoT devices thanks to its built-in home hub. That means you can use the remote control, or Alexa or Bixby voice commands, to turn off smart lights, adjust smart thermostats and more as long as those devices work with the SmartThings platform.

As for specs, the Smart Monitor M8 has a UHD resolution of 3,840 x 2,160 and supports HDR 10+ and refresh rates up to 60Hz. It also comes with a magnetic SlimFit Cam that you can attach to the top of the monitor whenever you need to hop on a Zoom call for work or video chat with friends. We appreciate the M8's slim, 11.4mm thick design and its height-adjustable stand, plus its support for AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth 4.2. While you don't need to drop $ 600 on a 32-inch monitor, the Smart Monitor M8 is a good option for those with limited space who want a TV and an external display in one, or those who just want a monitor with a bit more versatility than your standard screen.

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[Opinion] OK Google, it’s time you gave us back the Power button

So, there’s a ‘feature’ that has crept into the Android smartphone experience with the proliferation of the Android 12 update, and it’s the power button being tasked with activating the Google Assistant ahead of what used to be its primary function. Instead of pressing the power button for a couple of seconds to access the […]

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NASA’s SLS Moon rocket arrives at launch pad for the first time

NASA's Space Launch System has finally reached the pad — although an actual launch is still some ways off. The SLS rocket and the Orion spacecraft it carries arrived at Kennedy Space Center's Launch Pad 39B for the first time at 4:15AM Eastern today (March 18th) for one last test before the uncrewed (and delayed) Artemis I mission to the Moon. The team will conduct a "wet dress rehearsal" that replicates the mission short of liftoff, including the propellant load, countdown procedures and draining tanks.

The test will help NASA set an exact target launch date for Artemis I. The SLS won't stay out for very long., though, as the agency plans to roll it back to the Vehicle Assembly Building several days after the test. There, crews will remove rehearsal sensors , top up batteries, add "late-load" cargo and conduct final checks. The rocket will return to the launch pad about a week before the real launch, tentatively slated for May or later.

The preliminary deployment still marks a few important milestones. NASA officially began development of the SLS in 2011, and spent over $ 23 billion (in 2021 dollars) on the project in roughly a decade — the launch pad rollout shows the investment is finally bearing fruit. It's also an important moment for Orion, which is edging closer to crewed flights.

More importantly, the arrival indicates that the next chapter of NASA's exploratory missions is about to begin. The SLS will not only be used for Artemis missions, but is expected to serve as NASA's primary deep space exploration launcher throughout the 2020s. As important as private rockets like SpaceX's Starship may be, it's likely the SLS that will carry the most historic missions in the years ahead.

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The 20 most outrageous and fantastic James Bond gadgets of all time

To celebrate the release of James Bond 25, No Time to Die, we’ve rounded up the 20 most wonderfully ridiculous Bond gadgets of all time from the franchise.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 drops to $200 for a limited time

If you’re an Android user on the hunt for a smartwatch, then you definitely don’t want to miss out on this deal on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4.
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OnePlus continues teasing the OnePlus 10 Pro, this time revealing top specs

OnePlus has made a selection of the top specs for its forthcoming OnePlus 10 Pro 5G phone official, including details on the processor, software, and screen.
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Is now the time to dump WhatsApp? Privacy advocates say yes

Should users really consider leaving WhatsApp, and do suitable alternatives exist? We asked technology, social media, and privacy experts. 
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How to change the time on a Fitbit

You can easily change the time on a Fitbit, set your preferred time zone, and even switch between a 12- or 24-hour clock. Here’s how to do it.
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Where to buy an Apple Watch with delivery in time for Christmas

If you purchase the Apple Watch Series 7 from Amazon right now, you’ll get the wearable device in time for Christmas, in addition to enjoying a $ 20 discount.
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Best Cyber Monday Phone deals 2021 — time is running out

Here are all the best Cyber Monday phone deals you can shop now that Cyber Monday has arrived in all its glory.
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How Google’s Magic Eraser changes history, one small human at a time

Google’s Magic Eraser tool on the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro removes unwanted elements from photos, but is it any good? We take a close look at its ability.
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Will my phone automatically change for daylight saving time?

November 7, 2021, marks the end of daylight saving time, and most smartphone clocks will turn back one hour automatically. Here’s how to do it, just in case.
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The best FPV drone videos of all time

Check out the some of the best FPV drone videos you’re ever likely to see, created by incredible pilots at the top of their game.
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Amazon’s 2nd-Gen Fire TV Cube is gaining support for two-way video calling – just in time for the holiday season

It’s getting close to the season where video-calling our loved ones takes on increased importance, but having the whole family swarm around a laptop or smartphone in an attempt to get in on the action doesn’t really lend itself to a great experience. This is where the addition of two-way video calling the big screen […]

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It’s time to find out what your Top Nine Instagram posts of 2020 are

It’s that time of year where we think of how the year went, where you get to find out what your Top Nine Instagram posts are of 2020. Yup, just like the influencers and celebrities that you follow, you can find out which nine posts are your most popular of 2020, and then post a […]

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Samsung tries and mostly fails for the third time as it attempts to fix the Galaxy S20 FE’s touchscreen issues

We’ve reported on the touchscreen issues that Galaxy S20 FE owners are experiencing with the displays on their new handsets which Samsung is fully aware of. So much so, that the Korean smartphone company issued yet another software update to fix the issues on the Galaxy S20 FE which seems to have yet again resulted […]

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It’s time to vote for 2020’s Google Play Users’ Choice awards

It’s that time of year again where Google asks you, the app user, the game player, the movie and TV show watcher, and you in the corner, the book reader, to pick your favorites from a shortlist that the search giant has drawn up. These Users’ Choice winners will be announced on December 1st, along […]

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OnePlus Buds have 30 hours playback time, coming on July 21st with the Nord

It might be a brand better known for its #NeverSettle hashtag and range of flagship-killing smartphones, but OnePlus has been producing quality audio gear along the way, such as the Bullets Wireless Z. With its new mid-range handset, the Nord, launching on July 21st, OnePlus is taking the opportunity to announce its latest audio product, […]

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Grab an Amazon Kindle for $65 in time for Father’s Day

If you're scrambling to find something to give your dad for Father's Day, why not encourage them to read more by grabbing them an e-reader? Amazon has discounted its base model Kindle by $ 25, making it currently $ 65. You can also get the ad-free vers…
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Xbox Family Settings app sets limits on your kids’ game time

Microsoft is doing more to keep tabs on your kids’ digital habits. It just released the preview version of an Xbox Family Settings app for Android and 10,000 iOS users that manages what, when and how children play on Xbox consoles. You can set time l…
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Twitch adds a news and events channel just in time for Summer Game Fest

Twitch has created a new home for gaming-related news. Dubbed Twitch Gaming, the company says the channel will feature game reveals, developer interviews and Twitch drops, with the platform's streamers presenting the content. One of the first things…
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Newton Mail comes back from the grave one more time

Newton Mail has had a very, very weird life. It started as a good, albeit expensive, email application with a ton of supercharged features; it wasn’t sustainable, however, so it was going to be killed off. At least, that was the original plan. Unlike Google’s Inbox, Newton Mail had a savior. Essential swooped in and […]

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DJI’s Mavic Air 2 offers 34 minutes of flight time and 48-megapixel photos

If you happened across DJI’s website this week, you can’t have missed the prominent teaser for a new product — or maybe you saw the leak that basically gave the game away. Well, it’s finally official: say hello to the Mavic Air 2.As the name suggests…
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Newton Mail might manage to avoid the graveyard one more time

Newton Mail is, well, weird. It’s a really good email app, and it’s only improved since we originally reviewed it several years ago. But it’s expensive as ever at $ 50 per year, and that’s just a tough sell when Gmail is so good and Microsoft Outlook can offer email alongside a full Office 365 subscription. […]

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AT&T and Cricket offer customers a $15 plan for a limited time

AT&T Prepaid and Cricket Wireless have launched a $ 15 phone plan that's available for a limited time to both new and existing customers. It comes with 2GB of data, unlimited talk and text and no activation fee — and it's clearly a direct competi…
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[Deal] Save an incredible $30 on Aukey’s 63W Wall Charger with PD 3.0, dual USB-C ports, and foldable prongs for a limited time

If you are tired of needing a separate charger for your laptop, smartphone, and Nintendo Switch, then Aukey’s Wall Charger with dual USB-C ports, 18W/45W/60W output, GaN technology, and Power Delivery 3.0 could be just what you need to simplify your life. There’s no time to waste because Aukey has discounted the charger from $ 54.99 […]

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Four new ‘Adventure Time’ specials are heading to HBO Max

Just one week after it secured the rights to Studio Ghibli's back catalog, WarnerMedia's HBO Max has landed another much-loved animated franchise. Starting next year, the streaming service will be the exclusive home of four new Adventure Time special…
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Viber messaging app adds Shorts feature that brings original stories one line at a time

Everyone enjoys a good story, whether its a novel or audiobook, or perhaps even a video, but how about a story that reveals itself one line at a time? A new feature called Shorts is coming to the Viber app, bringing more than 50 original free stories that are read one line at a time. […]

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Yamaha updates its THR desktop guitar amps for the first time in years

The pressure waves from a cranked 100-watt tube amp could kill any insects or small rodents in close proximity. Even low-powered, solid state practice amplifiers can be too loud for apartment dwellers. To get around extreme noise issues, Yamaha's THR…
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Yakuza’s many remasters are about to pay off big time

Ryu Ga Gotoku (RGG) Studio is in a fantastic position. The Sega-owned developer has just released Judgment, a well-received detective game starring Japanese actor and singer Takuya Kimura as the lead. Now, the team is turning its attention back to Ya…
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