Software & Apps
‘Atomfall’ review: A hauntingly British apocalypse that’s fun, flawed, and frustrating
Rebellion Studios’ Atomfall is a step in the right direction as we (hopefully) near the end of an era where every big-budget RPG feels like a 60-to-80-hour commitment. After Assassin’s Creed Valhalla pushed the boundaries of just how much game a game could have — and not necessarily for the better — it’s refreshing to…
The 22 Best Portable Chargers for All Your Devices
Sharge Flow Mini Photograph: Simon Hill Other Portable Chargers We Tested There are so many portable chargers out there. Here are a few more we like that just missed out on a place above for one reason or another. Sharge Flow Mini for $19: With a similar design to Anker’s Nano Power Bank above and…
ESA launches a major accessibility initiative at GDC
The Entertainment Software Association introduced the Accessible Games Initiative to provideplayers with information about accessibility features in video games. Founding members Electronic Arts, Google, Microsoft, Nintendo of America and Ubisoft are supporting the cross-industry effort to provide consumers with clear information about the accessibility features available in video games. The Accessible Games Initiative was announced…
Assassin's Creed Shadows review: An ambitious and captivating world that's stuck in the past
It's unlikely that the fate of a company as large as Ubisoft will hinge on the success of one tentpole single-player game. But the company cannot afford another major error anytime soon after the likes of Star Wars: Outlaws and XDefiant failed to set the world alight. Ubisoft desperately needs a big hit (and for the…
Does the Fed's Interest Rate Decision Matter for Mortgage Rates?
There’s a lot of uncertainty in today’s economy, but one thing is certain: The Federal Reserve isn’t planning to lower interest rates before the spring homebuying season. If you’re in the market for a new home, average mortgage rates are projected to stay above 6% for a while. “While the Fed certainly can influence mortgage…
‘Assassin’s Creed Shadows’ is the best one in years, sometimes in spite of itself
It feels like there’s about a 100:1 ratio of negative-to-positive news headlines around Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Just this week, developers have been told internally to not talk about working on the game, lest they face harassment. At the same time, publisher Ubisoft is desperately fighting off talks of a corporate merger amidst investor troubles. I’d…
The Best Video Doorbell Cameras
Honorable Mentions We have tested several other video doorbells. These are the ones that narrowly missed out on a place above. Doro Hemma Doorbell for £150: A simplified smart doorbell for seniors is a solid idea, and Swedish maker Doro gets plenty right with the Hemma. It is a battery-powered doorbell that’s easy to install…
European tech industry coalition calls for ‘radical action’ on digital sovereignty — starting with buying local | TechCrunch
A broad coalition drawn from across the ranks of Europe’s tech industry is calling for “radical action” from European Union lawmakers to shrink reliance on foreign-owned digital infrastructure and services to bolster the bloc’s economic prospects, resilience, and security in increasingly fraught geopolitical times. In an open letter to European Commission president, Ursula von der…
Launching your first AI project with a grain of RICE: Weighing reach, impact, confidence and effort to create your roadmap
Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More Businesses know they can’t ignore AI, but when it comes to building with it, the real question isn’t, What can AI do — it’s, What can it do reliably? And more importantly: Where do you start?…
How to get your grill ready for the outdoor season
Even if Punxsutawney Phil was correct, warm weather is still right around the corner. That means it’s time to prepare your outdoor space for maximum relaxation when temperatures begin to rise. Since this will likely include flexing your culinary muscle on the grill, now’s the time to do a deep clean so you’re ready for…