These are exciting times for Google’s Android TV platform as we approach the debut of the company’s own hardware. This morning, Google is announcing its plans for Android 11 on Android TV. Here’s what to expect.
Android 11 on Android TV, frankly, is going to be a whole lot like Android 10’s release. Visually, not much is changing, but there are some handy changes behind the scenes, as…
EGEB: Walmart announces net zero by 2040 — without offsets
September 22, 2020
Walmart will switch entirely to EVs by 2040 in order to reach its net zero target.
SUNTober launches virtually throughout October to educate the public about solar energy.
Maine gets five more community solar projects with PowerMarket and SunRaise.
Arcadia Power is committed…
Fortnite maker Epic invests in accessible game creation tool Core
September 22, 2020
Earlier this year, Manticore Games launched Core, a development tool that aimed to make game creation more accessible. Now, the company is getting an injection of $15 million, thanks to a funding round led by Fortnite creator Epic Games, in order to expand even more.
“At…
Razer made wireless versions of its most popular accessories
September 22, 2020
Razer is moving deeper into wireless territory. It has released its first major collection of wireless gaming accessories. The lineup includes versions of some of Razer’s most popular products, namely the BlackShark V2 headset, the DeathAdder V2 mouse and the BlackWidow V3 keyboard.
The company claims its HyperSpeed wireless tech offers latency of just 195 microseconds — it suggests that’s…
Google Assistant can control Disney+ on Google smart displays
September 22, 2020
You can now use Google Assistant voice controls to navigate Disney+ content on smart displays like Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max. To use the feature, you’ll have to link your Disney+ subscription to your Google Home or Assistant app. Then, just say something like “Hey…
Outlook for iOS and Android is getting better voice controls
September 22, 2020
As part of the slew of news from its Ignite conference today, Microsoft announced some changes coming to its Outlook app for iOS and Android. Voice controls are getting expanded so you can dictate short emails or call a contact from the app, in addition to being able to…
Fortnite's Battle Bus is dropping into 'Rocket League'
September 22, 2020
Rocket League is going free-to-play on Wednesday, and Psyonix and Epic Games are marking the occasion with a crossover with the publisher’s other big free-to-play title, Fortnite. Llama-Rama is Rocket League’s first in-game event after the switch, and it’ll drop Fortnite’s famous Battle Bus into the car soccer arena.
The event starts on Saturday at 6PM ET and runs until October 12th.
Razer made wireless versions of its most popular accessories
September 22, 2020
Razer is moving deeper into wireless territory. It has released its first major collection of wireless gaming accessories. The lineup includes versions of some of Razer’s most popular products, namely the BlackShark V2 headset, the DeathAdder V2 mouse and the BlackWidow V3…
Epic Games invests $15 million in DIY game startup Manticore Games
September 22, 2020
Manticore Games has raised $15 million in a round of funding led by Epic Games as the two companies further pursue their mission of creating an endless gaming multiverse, or metaverse.
The metaverse is the universe of virtual worlds that are all interconnected, like in…
Watch This Guy Turn a Classic Nikon FM into a Digital Camera
September 22, 2020
Japanese tinkerer Sanasol has just released a detailed, step-by-step “blueprint” video that shows you exactly how he was able to transform his classic Nikon FM film SLR into a digital camera without harming the film camera at all. If you have a few bucks to spend and a 3D printer handy, you can even follow along.
When we first shared Sanasol’s creation a few weeks ago, he promised to follow…
