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Google TV is reportedly ‘a top priority’ w/ higher partner payments than Roku offers, new ad push

After floundering for a few years with a seemingly directionless Android TV, the launch of Google TV has apparently lit a fire under the company to take over more of the streaming industry. A new report today claims that Google TV is a “top priority” for the company, according to even Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, and that Google TV pays more to its partners than Roku does. The Information…
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GamingNews

Unity Gaming Services launches for easier cross-platform multiplayer development

Join gaming leaders online at GamesBeat Summit Next this upcoming November 9-10. Learn more about what comes next.  Unity announced today it’s launching Unity Gaming Services, a new solution for game developers that will make it easier than ever to launch and sustain cross-platform multiplayer titles. Unity Gaming Services (UGS) will unify several of Unity’s existing Operate Solutions and…
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Sony Unveils Two New Flashes, the HVL-F60RM2 and HVL-F46RM

Sony has launched two new shoe-mount, speedlight-style strobes for the Alpha system: the HVL-F60RM2 and HVL-F46RM. Both are capable of continuous 10 frames per second flashes or have sub-two second recycle times at full power. Sony positions the two new speedlights as powerful wireless flashes that allow for precise control, enhanced speed, and intuitive operation. The company claims that they…
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Finally, Everyone Can Upload Photos to Instagram from Desktop

Instagram is finally adding the option for everyone to upload photos to the platform directly from their browser. The long-requested feature was tested this past summer but not made widely available until today. Official support for desktop uploads to Instagram was tested in late June and because the social media platform generally makes major, well-publicized tests public features in the…
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