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- 29 Jun Alison Harvard TikTok Sets Sights on Amazon: The Launch of its US E-commerce Store The digital landscape is getting a new makeover as TikTok, the popular social media platform, is planning to launch an online retail store in the U.S. next month. A twist to the conventional in-app shopping experience, this new venture by TikTok would house an exclusive line of products shipped straight from Chinese manufacturers. This strategic move is geared towards rivalling e-commerce giants such as Amazon, Shein, and Temu.
The product por...
- 14 Jun Benjamin Carter TikTok Invites Submissions for 2023 European Advertising Awards TikTok has announced the return of its European Advertising Awards for 2023, which aims to recognize the most creative and effective marketing campaigns on the platform. With TikTok continuing to gain cultural prominence across various sectors, it's fascinating to see how brands are adapting their marketing strategies and campaigns to resonate with the app's millions of users.
Last year, the inaugural EU Ad Awards celebrated some of th...
- 15 Jun Alison Harvard Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Acquisition Faces Temporary Roadblock In a surprising turn of events, a federal court issued a temporary restraining order against Microsoft's $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. This comes after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a preliminary injunction request on Monday against the deal. This development adds to the series of events surrounding the pending purchase, potentially complicating Microsoft's efforts to complete the transaction before the agre...
- 26 May Benjamin Carter The Last of Us PC Patch 1.0.5.1 Unveiled: Improved Stability for Intel Arc and AMD GPUs With the recent release of The Last of Us Part 1 on PC, developer Naughty Dog has been actively addressing various issues and enhancing game performance through multiple patches. The latest hotfix, The Last of Us PC Patch 1.0.5.1, is now available, focusing on general stability improvements and addressing specific reported problems.
Since the title's launch in March earlier this year, numerous patches have been deployed to improve the over...
- 25 May Alison Harvard WhatsApp to Enhance Privacy with the Introduction of Usernames WhatsApp, the widely popular messaging platform, has long relied on phone numbers as the sole identity for its accounts. However, this requirement may soon undergo a transformation as WhatsApp works on incorporating usernames into its user experience. With this potential change, users' phone numbers will no longer be visible in individual or group chats, offering enhanced privacy.
Recent reports from WABetaInfo have shed light on WhatsApp&...
- 16 May Alison Harvard Discover the Top-5 Atomic Heart Alternative Games: A Dive Into the World of Surreal and Unique Gaming Experiences Atomic Heart has been making waves in the gaming community since its announcement, with its unique blend of surrealism, horror, and action. Set in an alternate universe during the height of the Soviet Union, the game puts players in the shoes of a Soviet KGB officer tasked with uncovering the mysteries behind a research facility gone rogue. With its bizarre creatures, stunning visuals, and intense gameplay, it's no wonder that gamers are eage...
- 15 May Alison Harvard Unveiling the Most Anticipated PS5 Games on the Horizon As we dive into a new era of gaming with the release of the PlayStation 5, there's an incredible lineup of upcoming games that will surely captivate the hearts of gaming enthusiasts everywhere. With improved graphics, enhanced performance, and a slew of exclusive titles, the PS5 is poised to deliver an unprecedented gaming experience.
Among the most anticipated games is "Marvel's Spider-Man 2", a vibrant and action-packed adv...
- 17 May Benjamin Carter Star Wars Jedi: Survivor's Patch 5 Tackles Progression Bugs and Unbeatable Boss Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, the action-adventure game developed by Respawn Entertainment, has received its fifth update since its launch in April 2023. Patch 5 aims to fix various issues in the game, including progression-halting bugs and another unbeatable boss.
The update addresses a problem where bosses were not able to be defeated, which left players stuck in a loop, unable to progress further in the game. The patch also fixes a bug tha...
- 28 Apr Benjamin Carter Unveiling the Exciting Lineup of PlayStation Plus Essential Games for May 2023 The moment avid gamers have been waiting for is finally here! Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially announced the PlayStation Plus Essential games for May 2023. This fantastic lineup comes as a confirmation of the earlier leaks and is set to enthrall players with its impressive selection of titles. With gamers eagerly anticipating the upcoming offerings, let's dive into the details of the much-awaited games.
Kicking off the essenti...
- 27 Apr Alison Harvard Ghost of Tsushima 2: A Journey of Redemption Inspired by The Last of Us The phenomenal success of Ghost of Tsushima by Sucker Punch has left fans craving for a sequel. This beautiful open-world game set in feudal Japan was a fitting tribute to the PS4 era, and with the recent announcement of a film adaptation, the excitement is palpable. As we look forward to a potential sequel, it seems fitting that Ghost of Tsushima 2 should take inspiration from another Sony franchise, The Last of Us, not only in terms of developi...
- 14 Apr Benjamin Carter Seeing Voldemort's Ruthless Power in Hogwarts Legacy Hogwarts Legacy is the latest game to put players into the magical world of Harry Potter. Players can roleplay as a student at Hogwarts and explore the world of witchcraft and wizardry. However, one player took their roleplaying to the next level, playing as the infamous Voldemort and displaying his ruthless power by defeating Professor Matilda Weasley in a no-holds-barred beatdown.
The events of Hogwarts Legacy take place in the late 1800s, d...
- 13 Apr Alison Harvard TikTok’s Bold Move Into In-Stream Shopping TikTok, the short-form video app, is making a bold move into in-stream shopping. Following its success in China, the platform is launching a new push with retailers to try to get more Western audiences interested in shopping with the app. With free shipping and discount coupons, TikTok is hoping to make in-stream shopping a reality.
Though Western audiences have yet to truly embrace shopping via TikTok, the platform is not giving up. TikTok is...
- 29 Mar Alison Harvard Upgrading from Old Windows Versions: Steam to Officially Stop Support Steam, the popular video game platform, has announced that it will abandon support for current versions of the Windows OS – Windows 7 and 8.1 – starting January 1, 2024. This is because the latest features of Steam rely on the built-in version of Google Chrome, which no longer works on these older versions of Windows. Furthermore, future versions of Steam will require updates to Windows features and security present only on Windows 10...
- 30 Mar Alison Harvard The Last of Us Part 1 on PC Has Unacceptable Loading Times The Last of Us Part 1 is a remake of the PS3 original from 2013, released for PC on March 28, 2023. It was initially met with excitement, but gamers have reported experiencing hour-long load times while playing. This has resulted in The Last of Us Part 1 receiving a “Mostly Negative” rating on Steam and has caused many players to express their disappointment with the game’s optimization.
While the recommended hardware specs f...
- 16 Mar Alison Harvard A Safer and Easier Way to Enjoy Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 with Inverted Flash Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 players can now enjoy a better gaming experience thanks to Beenox's latest patch. The new setting, called Inverted Flash, makes flashbang grenades easier on the eyes by turning the screen completely black instead of completely white when it is activated. This minor but much-requested feature was released as part of Call of Duty: Warzone 2 and Modern Warfare2's Season Reloaded on March 15th....
- 15 Mar Benjamin Carter Microsoft Brings Back Much-Needed Taskbar Functionality to Windows 11 Microsoft is finally giving users the control they wanted over their taskbars with the upcoming release of Windows 11. The newly found code in the 25314 build points to a more personalized experience for users, and exciting features like grouping modes and label support are set to make a comeback.
The taskbar in Windows 11 has been one of its most controversial aspects since its release. Users have long complained about the lack of control aff...
- 03 Mar Benjamin Carter Gears of War 6: The Coalition Is Hiring for Upcoming Title The Gears of War franchise is one of Microsoft’s most beloved franchises, having been around since 2006. The last release was Gears Tactics in 2020, with the last mainline title being Gears 5 in 2019. Now, it looks like The Coalition, the developers behind the franchise, is hinting at a new project.
Rumors have been circulating since February 2021 that The Coalition has canceled two projects to focus on what is assumed to be Gears of War...