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US states file lawsuit over requirement that apps in Play Store must use Google IAP billing system

July 8, 2021
In the US, Google is already subject to advertising and Search complaints. Several US states are now targeting the Google Play Store in a new antitrust lawsuit. At issue is the requirement that Google announced last year that all Android apps downloaded via the Play Store must use Play Billing. All in-app purchases have to go through Google, which results in the company taking a cut. Last…
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm F2.8 (SE) sample gallery

July 8, 2021
The NIKKOR Z 28mm F2.8 (SE) is a compact wideangle prime lens for Nikon’s Z-system, styled to recall classic Nikkor designs of the manual focus era and weighing in at only 160g (5.7 oz). Billed by Nikon as ‘fast, fun and affordable’, the new 28mm is a…
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Google Search gains Legally Blonde easter egg, turning the page pink

July 8, 2021
The latest easter egg in Google Search celebrates the 2001 classic Legally Blonde ahead of the movie’s 20th anniversary. Legally Blonde, a classic tale of defeating stereotypes, released in theatres on July 13, 2001. In it, Reese Witherspoon takes on the role of Elle Woods, a Harvard Law School student whose personality and sense of fashion clash with the culture. The film has gone on to…
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DICE LA becomes Ripple Effect Studios as it works on Battlefield 2042 and a new project

July 7, 2021
Where does your enterprise stand on the AI adoption curve? Take our AI survey to find out. Electronic Arts announced the formation of a new developer today, Ripple Effect Studios. The group used to be DICE LA, a studio that assisted DICE proper with the development of the Battlefield series. Ripple Effect is still helping with the upcoming Battlefield 2042, but it is also working on its own…
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The PhotoHiker is a Camera Backpack Built for Adventurers

July 7, 2021
Cosyspeed has announced a new PhotoHiker backpack, made in cooperation with outdoor equipment specialist Vaude on Kickstarter. The new backpack is designed specifically for outdoor adventure use and takes its carrying system layout from high-end hiking and trekking packs used for carrying heavy payloads comfortably all day. CosySpeed says this bag is different from most of its competition since…
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