Sony has been pretty tight-lipped when it has come to publishing images taken with the newly-announced Alpha 1. The image embargo for reviewers doesn’t lift until later this week, but five full resolution promotional images have made their way online.
Since the sensor in the a1 is brand new, there has been significant interest in what images it captures look like. Sony Alpha Rumors has shared…
The demand for Fujifilm’s latest medium format camera, the newly-announced GFX100S, appears to have exceeded the company’s expectations as it has published a “notice of delay” on its website.
Published in Japanese, Fujifilm has stated that demand has exceeded the…
Student Hacks His Film Camera to Capture Circular Photos
February 2, 2021
Student and photographer Imran Nuri was driving alone one day when he started to think about photography and its shape. He asked himself “why are photos rectangular?” The answer might be obvious, but it also got him thinking about what it would be like to capture…
BioWare is the latest studio to turn to AI to help resurrect a game based on old technology. The studio revealed to media that it used AI to upscale all of textures in the upcoming Mass Effect: Legendary Edition bundle. This is only one small part in the remastering process, but it’s one that helped the development team create a strong foundation to work from.
“We knew we wanted to increase…
Photographer Slices Up a Leica for Art
February 2, 2021
For his new project titled Heisenberg Objekt No. III, award-winning photographer Fabian Oefner has created an unusual scupture by slicing up quite an expensive “raw material”: a pristine Leica M6 rangefinder camera, which costs around $2,500 to $3,500 used.
To create the…
PlayStation Wrap-Up lets you see your PS4 and PS5 stats for 2020
February 2, 2021
If you’re curious about just how much time you spent with a PlayStation controller in your hands while sheltering in place last year, Sony might have the answer. The PlayStation Wrap-Up has returned to reveal all your gaming stats for 2020. For PS4 players, that…
Abode HomeKit security system app adds iOS widgets, Shortcuts support in latest update
February 2, 2021
Abode, the makers of the first HomeKit security system, has released a new iOS update. It comes with some great widgets, Shortcuts support, and the ability to filter your device timelines to more quickly see what’s been going on at your home.
Abode was the first mover for DIY HomeKit security systems and it still remains the best option out there. I’ve been using it myself for the last year…
Pixel 5 and LG Wing set to receive 5G C-band upgrade
February 2, 2021
While the 5G rollout continues at some pace, those in the US with the Pixel 5 and LG Wing will have more to crow about with a C-band upgrade allowing connection to an even wider array of the superfast wireless networks.
The specific bands in question is 5G Band n77, which…
LineageOS 17.1 now supports the Nextbit Robin, more Moto devices; drops Galaxy S9 and Note 9
February 2, 2021
LineageOS 17.1 now supports the cutesy Nextbit Robin and a bunch of Moto devices including the Moto G5, but disappointingly is dropping the Galaxy S9 and Note 9.
If you were not aware, the Nextbit Robin was the precursor to the also ill-fated Razer Phone series, with a…
Android 11 begins rolling out for the Nokia 8.3 5G
February 2, 2021
The latest Android 11 update has now started officially rolling out in waves for the Nokia 8.3 5G — including the US.
Despite a delayed launch and some gimmicky 007 product placement, the Nokia 8.3 5G is an overall solid device that might be worth a look if you can snag a sizeable discount. The biggest disappointment was that it lacked the latest Android 11 update even after coming to market…
