This year's Gamers HOF inductees include: Grand Theft Auto III, Space Invaders, Sonic the Hedgehog, The Oregon Trail, The Legend of Zelda and the Sims.
In an amazing announcement, Microsoft has stated that it will support cross-network play. Yes, that is correct, Microsoft, of all companies is on board with this. This would allow users of the XBOX system to join gamers of other systems with cross-platform games (Madden, COD, etc.) in battle or sport. Imagine now being able to play games regardless of system.
News surfaced earlier today from TMZ and CNN of the passing of a music legend - Prince Rogers Nelson, better known as Prince or The Artist Formerly Known As Prince, was found dead at his estate in Carver County, Minn.
The rumors are flying around the Internet that the upcoming Sony PS4.5 update will be code named NEO. There is really no official word directly from Sony on this matter, but there has to be some sort of insider leak for there to be so much buzz about it. Note that there are only about 578,000 search results for it on Google. But then again what can't you find a ton of rumors or search result on, right.
With the 2016 WWDC (World Wide Developers Conference), Apple is providing the widely popular tickets via a lottery system. Developers can begin the application process for tickets and registration goes through April 22, 2016 at 10pm. This year, Apple is giving access to over 1,000 Apple engineers to the attending developers, and they will be able to attend hand-on labs and be a part of over 100 sessions. Apple will take this time to showcase the new iOS and OSX operating systems.
It seems as though Crestron wants to rule the Home Automation market. They are constantly coming out with new features and products to fully automate your home life. They want you to have "A Simpler Life At Every Time of Day" as they put it.
During the recent Passenger Experience Conference in Hamburg, Germany, the new Thales Digital Sky touch screens were on display for future travelers to gawk at. These 21.3" touch screen embedded seat accessories may become the coach traveler's best friend. With these new seats, which don't take up any more room than a standard coach seat, travelers will be able to enjoy their flight with greater access to technology.
See the Top Ten searched games of 2016. We show you the games and a brief description of each. Enjoy the read and hopefully you find the games as entertaining as we do.
Nearly a week into the debate between the FBI and Apple over the San Bernardino, CA. terrorist's locked iPhone, Tim Cook stands firm the Apple will not unlock the device for the FBI. Earlier this morning, Cook sent a mass email out to the Apple employees, explaining the situation. Apple has also posted a customer message on their site, so that everyone can review their posture.
Wrestling fans (today's fan) are sad to hear the news of the early retirement of Daniel Bryan. Bryan has been battling medical issues arising from a concussion he received last April during a match.
For anyone who is not familiar with the Echo, it is the modern day assistant that is starting to outshine Siri, Cortana and all other electronic assistants and voice controlled smart boxes. Echo is fast becoming the "go to" voice assistant in the marketplace. There are still some issues with which device or voice-activated assistant does the best job
Believe it or not, Apple did not spend any money to advertise during Super Bowl 50. That sounds crazy, right? Of course, why wouldn't they put together another great Ad, like the classice 1984 Apple spot that launched their awakening?
Police in Greenville North Carolina announced that Dave Mirra's body was found earlier yesterday. Early responders and authorities discovered Mirra's body in his truck from an apparent suicide. Mirra, BMX star, X Games gold medal winner, holds 14 X Games Gold medals, was an accomplished athlete in his own right. He not only excelled at BMX racing and tricks, he was impressive as a Rally car driver, triathlon, Ironman and almost anything he touched. He will be sadly missed. Mirra leaves behind a wife and two daughters.
Rumors are still flying around that the iPhone 7 will be released this year (2016). Nothing official from Apple at this point, only a lot of speculation and hype. Flush mount camera, thinner, lighter, more durable, both a front AND rear screen. No button, ports, connectors, etc. Apple's concept is to go completely wireless and have all options, exports, sync, transfers, etc. happen over wireless or Bluetooth.
As the big game approaches the one we are not allowed to say unless we want to get sued by the NFL. You know, the Broncos vs the Panthers next weekend. I think I can get away with that, right. We show you some quick picks on Amazon to get your game on in style. Now, we all know that no one wants to wire anymore, so soundbars are the way to go.
When we think of Smart Homes and appliances, the refrigerator is probably the first thing that should jump right out at us. It is the first thing we go to to satisfy our thirst and hunger. Instead of getting up and going to look in the fridge to see what ya got, just pull out your 'ol smart phone on the couch and take a look.
Apple has set the second beta for iOS 9.3 out to developers on Monday, January 25th, just about two weeks after the initial release of the updated OS.
In case anyone didn't notice, or hear the announcers on Sunday (January 24th), the Patriots lost all connectivity with their Microsoft Surface tablets on the sidelines at one point. The Microsoft reps stated that it was a connection issue and not the tablets themselves, but no one on the Broncos sidelines seemed to have any problems. Some would say this is karma kicking in on the Patriots, or just bad luck. Either way, it is bad luck for Microsoft.
Starbreeze released information that they have formed a partnership with a Korean game company named Smilegate. This announcement goes along with the delay of Overkill's The Walking Dead VR Experience game. The deal also includes expansion of content within the game for both Asian and Western Audiences. So, instead of having a release this year (2016), the game will now be released in the 2nd half of 2017
Microsoft has created more powerful versions of its Surface Book and Surface Pro 4. These newer models have the Intel Core i7 processor, 1TB SSD hard drive, 16GB RAM and a Nvidia graphics card.
It has been reported by Bloomberg, that Google paid Apple and astonishing $1B so that it could remain the default Search Engine on the iOS platform. Funny how companies that constantly battle with each other have no problem paying to play with each other.
With the increased cost of traditional cable services, the streaming service providers have an opportunity to provide packaged channels for subscription fees per month as add-ons for the streaming service. Apple TV is working toward adding mainstream channels and bundles like ESPN.
The Perception Point Research team has identified a 0-day local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Linux kernel. While the vulnerability has existed since 2012, our team discovered the vulnerability only recently, disclosed the details to the Kernel security team, and later developed a proof-of-concept exploit.
To say that Virtual Reality is the new rage is an understatement. Who would have thought that the gaming era of many years ago that thought up this endeavor, would ever really see this as a wave of...well, Reality! With Google leading the charge with a cardboard box even. We see that Google has appointed Clay Bavor, their former VP of Product Management of Google Apps, to head up the new Google VR division as it's VP.
Review of the IK Multimedia iRig Mic Studio
Review of Polk Hinge Wireless headphones
Modern day high-tech marketing is fraught with inaccurate recommendations and suggestions for items already purchased. It also has a reputation for giving consumers the impression that their privacy is being violated by bots that monitor their web browsing habits. Cognistx is a soon-to-be-released app that promises to change that.
The latest version of OS X includes a new bug that is being exploited by hackers. The bug enables hackers to install malware on a Mac, even without a password.
Cameras and water don’t mix but a waterproof camera bag makes it possible to protect cameras on rivers, lakes, or the ocean. On a recent rafting trip of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho, I was thankful that I had the Lowepro BP 40L backpack to keep my camera equipment dry along the 90-plus miles of whitewater splashing into the boat on the 6-day ROW adventures expedition.
Are you intrigued by the concept of the smart home? Curious about all the things you can control? You came to the right place.
How compressed air technology could revolutionize green energy storage
When I talked to Bad Company drummer Simon Kirke, he had just rehearsed for the first time with the Leap of Faith band in anticipation of his July 18 Sellersville Theater show.
Karaoke machines just don't cut it and I hate having to select from the limited available tracks that come with the CDs. So, when the VOXX Electronics Singtrix appeared on my desk touting itself as "the most advanced karaoke system ever", I was weary to trust it.
Augmented and virtual reality tech is growing more popular by the minute. The difference between the two — if you don't already know — is one takes place in a completely digital world while the other merges digital elements with that of the real world. Unlike VR tech, augmented reality devices allow you to interact with the real world in unique ways.
Janet Echelman isn’t your typical artist. Far from the traditional image of a lone painter standing at her easel with only a brush and paint palette, she works in conjunction with entire teams to build enormous public art displays.
Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold has a Picnic mode that is one of many features to make this installment beginner friendly.
"Mad Max: Fury Road" is the best film of the first half of 2015
Lego Jurassic World is the first Traveller's Tales Lego game to feel buggy and rushed.- We know the standard answer to the question in the headline: Because it’s cheaper. But is it really?
Start basic, expand as you grow used to it, and never look back.
It could become part of your mandatory roadside (or fireside) emergency kit.
Tickle the ivories on the world's first and currently only upright, Apple MFi-certified piano on the market.
Now, inexpensive and expensive printers can all get the same benefits.
TechnologyTell Review: Phiaton MS 100 BA earphones
Ready for more high-end HTC handheld confusion and probably still no chance to challenge Samsung or even LG flagships?
Apparently not one to “hop on the me too bandwagon” with immature, gimmicky technologies, OnePlus waited for mobile fingerprint recognition to evolve and fully bloom before it could be fitted on the “impressive, thoughtful and versatile” 2.
There are a lot of things the US can learn from the Nordic countries. In this case, the lesson concerns ubiquitous and free Internet access.
TechnologyTell Review: Kensington 5200mAh USB Mobile Charger
TechnologyTell Review: Limefuel Rugged L150XR battery
June 2015 saw a number of Apple lawsuits that didn't go their way.
If you buy one of Idea Factory's Amnesia Memories limited editions, you may not end up getting a copy of the game.
Guaranteed an Android 5.0 promotion ever since March, and upgraded to the Material Designed OS iteration in Asia a month later, HTC’s selfie-centric Desire Eye obviously required extra optimization work for AT&T.
While Samsung is trying hard to show their 6 is greater than Apple’s 6, Huawei awkwardly has no problem beating its own 8 with a 7.
Jet Set Radio is a memorable game with devoted fans. Fifteen years after its release, fan fervor hasn't gone anywhere, even after the Dreamcast has gone.
Sound Kick 2 Bluetooth speaker provides great sound without the fear of water.
Steins;Gate comes to U.S. consoles.
Finally, in the summer of 2015, Wet Hot American Summer will get the prequel treatment in the form of eight episodes to be binge-watched on Netflix. It’s called First Day at Camp, written by the original Wet Hot screenwriters David Wain and Michael Showalter; Wain will even direct again
Shantae: Half Genie Hero has a three-level limited demo available, and it looks like the project is coming along nicely.
It's two movies at once in Lionsgate's "Asylum", one a low budget cheesefest with some decent scares, and the other an over-the-top laugh riot comedy.
The BET Awards offered up live music, comedy and a few important messages from new stars and a Motown legend.
Weiner-Dog, the long-awaited sequel to 1996’s kooky and lovable indie gem Welcome to the Dollhouse has started shooting, which should send hearts leaping into mouths with excitement and anticipation. But allow those hearts to plummet south again, for the one nicknamed Weiner-Dog, one Heather Matarazzo, who starred as Dawn Weiner in Welcome to the Dollhouse, will not appear in it.
Episode 2 of HBO's cop thriller finally gets freaky
With Peter Hook still MIA and Gillian Gilbert back, the preeminent post-punk band New Order will release a new album, Music Complete, on September 25th.
Since E3, I’m looking forward to Eitr, and you should be as well.
Goes on well, stays put and does what it's supposed to do.
During E3 2015, I had the opportunity to sit down with Kensuke Tsukanaka, Production 2 Chief at Bandai Namco, about the upcoming release of Project X Zone 2 for the 3DS.
Touch typing may be slower when you first start, but is far faster once you get the hang of it.
PlayStation Plus turns five years old this week. Sony changed the game, and we're grateful it did.
Club Nintendo is shutting down. Time to cash in your rewards.
In the mood for some Taylor Swift or Katy Perry while blasting your fireworks?
The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls: Starlight Stage has been announced for iOS and Android devices.
The first word that comes to mind when I think of Chris Squire is big. Not just for his physical size, even though he stood tall at a reported 6’5” (or more, depending on whom you ask) and had these huge hands—handy for playing bass, no doubt.
The Terraria 1.3 Changelog has been released, and it’s expansive, impressive, and purposefully incomplete so not to spoil all of the new surprises.
NBC to Trump: "You're fired!"
But everything is not awesome for iOS and Android users.
Anime Midwest 2015 is happening in Chicago over the July 4th weekend, so stop by to celebrate anime and video games.
Kill Strain may be at an early stage, but it seems to have the same competitive and cooperative elements that made games like Helldivers a success.
Because he has a lot going on, and maybe sometimes it just feels good to walk away from over-the-top buffoonery, Howard Stern is vacating his judges’ chair on NBC’s wildly popular Nick Cannon vehicle, America’s Got Talent. But what's next for him?
Charge your iPhone and Apple Watch on one device.
An actor for almost his entire life, the late Dick Van Patten was viewed as the consummate actor, as well as the equally consummate good guy.
A sequel is being written for "Top Gun," which will star Tom Cruise if it gets made
You may want to check Play-Asia at 9pm PT/11pm CT/12am ET tonight in case of a reappearance of the Ness amiibo.
The weak box office of "Ted 2" could mean the end of a certain era of "bro comedy"
The only element that really screams 1985 about William Friedkin’s underrated noir classic To Live and Die in LA is its soundtrack, heavily dosed with the melodic pop of Wang Chung. Everything else, from the strong performances from then-ingenues Willem Defoe, John Turturro, and William Peterson to the harrowing car chases which take you racing from the Los Angeles River to the wrong way on the Freeway, is timeless and more real-feeling than most of today’s Hollywood blocking magic pictures. Which is why a remake of To Live and Die in LA for TV, with Friedkin attached to direct could be interesting – if they keep it dirty and real.
TNA's "King of the Mountain" will return Sunday, even though he has started his own rival wrestling company.
An idea for a Jon Stewart enemy to appear on one of the last Daily Show episodes
Undead Darlings is a visual novel, dating sim, dungeon crawler on Kickstarter, and Technology Tell's Gaming Channel wants you to know all about it.
Pokemon Shuffle is going to come to Android and iOS devices later this year as Pokemon Shuffle Mobile.
The Chibi-Robo! Zip Lash demo at E3 2015 didn't do a good job of showcasing the game.
Painful as it is for the fans, Nintendo's struggling with F-Zero is justified. F-Zero GX is a pinnacle that leaves little room for improvement.
Tablets make for some fantastic entertainment consumption devices with few limits for location. You can almost think of it as instant gratification, if you consider the widespread internet connectivity and plethora of media streaming sources available. But despite the fun and convenience, tablets can’t give you full immersion.
If you like strategy games, Spirit of War: The Great War will provide some challenge.
Two horrible news stories involving the ISIS flag
A fantasy board game for Mac and an iOS MOBA with a promising single-player element.
Don't believe nytimes.com.co
The new FileMaker Pro family of database software continues to improve and evolve.
Virtual sports and combat are safer than fireworks, and less annoying for your neighbors.
Sonic and his friends resume the struggle against Dr. Eggman.
The long troubled port returns to the App Store.
Twitter has an autocomplete problem, explaining those Moops jokes and it's the Final Countdown
Supergirl is flying her way onto CBS' fall schedule, and there's a new trailer about her heroic journey.
Review of Voombox's Ongo portable speaker
Scream Factory's "Extraterrestial" offers thrills and depression in almost equal measure.
Anyone who has spent some time learning the skill of picking locks understands that a home’s locked doors are merely an illusion of security. Sufficient skills and/or the right tools is all it takes to gain entry through tumblers, sometimes in just mere minutes. I know I’ve been able to pick both locks on my front door in under 60 seconds.
TechnologyTell Review: ARCHT One Wireless Audio System
Free? Upgrade? You heard correctly, but only Logitech Harmony owners will gain this benefit. The company has just announced that a few of its most popular hub-compatible products are getting a boost with smart home control capabilities.
Great news: It’s more affordable than ever to automate your home, while taking all the guesswork and annoyance out of setting it up.
TechnologyTell Review: Flir FX wireless HD video camera
Want a smarter, more powerful smarthome? Go for Oomi.
TiVo in process of resurrecting the spirit of failed Aereo
TechnologyTell Review: Izon View Wi-Fi surveillance camera
I’ve had the opportunity to test and check out many a smart device, and I can tell you that not all Internet of Things are created equally. It’s all still kind of new - maybe more like a toddler instead of infancy - yet there is a lot of ground to cover before such products mature and hit their stride.
The Tesla Powerwall is like a backup battery for your house. During the day, the Powerwall can store energy from a solar panel array or city energy grid.
If you're interested in providing wireless connectivity to a variety of devices, you'll do well to keep an eye on Nyrius. I've granted Bluetooth wireless to speakers with the Songo and wireless HDMI with the Aries Home+, both of which are fantastic products and deliver. One of Nyrius' latest gadgets for the home is the Smart Switch, which brings the power of Bluetooth to an outlet.
We’re all taught to believe in the power of choice, despite the fact that it doesn’t always make our lives easier. If you’re at a water park and have to decide which slide to go on next - that’s a good choice situation. But if two of your most favorite bands are having separate concerts on the same night and you can pick only one to go see - that’s going to require some hard thinking!
If there is one thing to know about using projectors, is that the cool factor is inversely proportional with the size. Smaller projectors make the fun blast right through the roof! I find the concept to be similar to that of desktop PCs vs. laptops or even mobile devices. Tech and gadgets are far more enjoyable when they’re portable.
Sometimes the thrill of upgrading to a brand new mobile device can be tempered by that feeling of waste. It’s part of technology culture, where the latest features and powerful hardware come with the latest models. Given the marketing push behind new releases as well as discounts through mobile carriers, it’s hard not to want to trade in older devices for the new.
There are many ways, big and small, to upgrade a home to make it smarter. Things like lights, home monitoring cameras, alarm systems, and thermostats are the usual suspects. But what if you want something beyond a simple convenience or peace of mind? So then how about a smart kitchen device that encourages better eating and a healthier lifestyle?
By now, you’ve sure to have been exposed to all sorts of LED bulbs from a variety of brands. Both the standard and the wireless kind. So far, the wide majority of these offerings have been of the A19 type that goes into a traditional lamp socket. If you haven’t experienced the ultimate convenience of wirelessly controlling and/or dimming your lamps with a smartphone, you’re totally missing out.
TCL Roku partnership bears fruit, new TV models available 2015
Free new features for Amazon Fire TV, TV Stick announced
New HP devices to feature premium Bang & Olufsen sound
