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X's Upcoming Job Listing Feature: A Challenger to LinkedIn?
Elon Musk's social network, X, is set to challenge LinkedIn by offering job listings and more, as divulged in a recent post. The company has begun amassing user information on work and education histories, as well as biometric data for 'safety, security and identification purposes'. This new policy was identified by Bloomberg, and builds upon an official @TwitterHiring account already established by the company. Musk, who himself has been ridiculed for controversial posts, wants to create a 'cool' alternative to LinkedIn.
X is also gathering biometric data, without specifying kind, according to its recent privacy policy update. Verified organizations, including Workweek,...
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Revolutionizing Overwatch 2 Gameplay: An Overview of the New Group Respawn Feature in Season 7
Every gamer requires a strong, cohesive team to swing the tide of a battle in Overwatch 2. But often, no amount of direction over gameplay chat or microphone gets all members to band together to achieve that.
The infuriating experience of losing a game as fellow teammates remain scattered, ignorant of the pressing need for coherence, is all too familiar. To counter this, Blizzard is introducing a transformational feature to potentially render this annoying issue obsolete.
Season 7’s update packed a novel feature called Group Respawn. Starting with Quick Play, teams will now experience enhanced frequency of grouping, aiming to enable more...
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ARK: Survival Ascended Postpones Launch to October
The highly anticipated game "ARK: Survival Ascended" has yet again postponed its release. Initially slated for a summer release, the Studio Wildcard game has experienced another delay in its launch schedule, with developers now eyeing an October 2023 release date.
Fans eagerly waiting to immerse themselves in the dinosaur-themed adventures of "ARK: Survival Ascended" will have to wait a bit longer as the final version of the game gets another pushback. This isn't the first delay, however. Previously, the developers have had to stall the launch due to their commitment to delivering a high-quality gaming experience. This dedication to quality and...
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Unforeseen Termination Announced for 'Just Cause: Mobile'
In an unforeseen turn of events, Square Enix has announced the termination of its highly anticipated mobile game - 'Just Cause: Mobile'. Expected to hit the gaming market by 2021, the decision leaving many surprised has been completely abandoned. Cancellation notices for fans and gamers claim that this move will allow the creators to focus on bringing about unmatched gaming experiences on consoles and PCs, leaving the mobile gaming market in the lurch.
Just Cause: Mobile, initially announced back in 2020, was being developed by Square Enix to be run on mobile devices using Unreal Engine 4. The gameplay was said...
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Pokémon GO Introduces New User-generated Routes and the Spectacular Zygarde
The enormously popular mobile game Pokémon GO continually expands its diverse and immersive universe by introducing new features and characters. The game’s latest innovations are not only set to transform player experiences, but they also present the opportunity for users to contribute to shaping the Pokémon landscape. Pokémon GO is set to debut the new user-generated routes and the introduction of the legendary character – Zygarde.
The creators of Pokémon GO are focusing on enhancing player engagement by incorporating their input in shaping the game’s world. Through user-generated routes, players can participate in crafting their Pokémon hunting journeys. This feature allows...
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Ascendant Studios' Debut: Immortals of Aveum, A New Take on FPS
Immortals of Aveum, the highly anticipated project from Ascendant Studios, is gearing up to deliver a novel experience in the FPS genre. The studio comprises seasoned developers with extensive experience in designing iconic shooters like CoD, Halo, and Borderlands. With vast collective knowledge backing Immortals of Aveum, the game's release is pegged to be a pivotal moment in the FPS space.
The launch date for Immortals of Aveum has been set - players can mark their calendars for August 22, 2023. In an all-access approach towards its release, Ascendant Studios plans to launch the game across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5,...
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Bryan Fury Unleashed: Confirmed for Tekken 8 Amidst Unintentional Leak
Bandai Namco has finally confirmed the addition of Bryan Fury to the Tekken 8 character roster after an unintentional leak created a buzz among gaming enthusiasts. This official announcement came at the Combo Breaker fighting tournament, captivating the audience and leaving them in anticipation for yet another thrilling Tekken installment.
The Bryan Fury reveal wasn't exactly a well-kept secret, as an early trailer release on an official Instagram account led to the premature unveiling of this zombie cyborg's return to the popular fighting series. The trailer was promptly removed, but not before it was shared among YouTube channels, creating excitement and...
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Speculations Rife About Nintendo's Proposed September Direct
Anticipation is building up amongst Nintendo fans as rumors are swirling that the gaming giant is planning to host a Direct event in September. If this speculation turns out to be true, it will mark the first major Nintendo Direct since the company’s last successful gig in February.
These rumors have triggered a wave of excitement across the gaming community, with fans eagerly waiting for an official confirmation. The source of this speculation is a cryptic tweet by Samus Hunter, a known insider and fellow gamer. Her tweet suggests the possibility of an upcoming Direct whilst warning that it might not...
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Diablo 4 Mount Upgrades: Unleashing The Power Of The Horse!
After an undeniably long wait, Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled the much-anticipated updates to the horse mounts in Diablo 4. This news is set to thrill gamers everywhere: from the Fractured Peaks to Estuar, stubborn skeleton barricades have long vexed journeymen and champions alike. However, with the forthcoming Patch 1.1.1, the traveling woes of demonic horde sweepers will finally be put to rest once and for all - your horse will be able to break barriers!
Joe Shely, the Game Director for Diablo 4, takes to Twitter to announce these exhilarating changes. His pledge? A thorough revolution of the mount charge mechanism...
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Apple Sanctions Twitter App's Transformation to 'X'
After myriad adjustments to social handles, branding alterations, web redirects, and significant discussion from its proprietor, Twitter, through its app, has accomplished its rebranding to the singular 'X' on the App Store. This ground-breaking re-christening defies Apple's default rule of not permitting developers to adopt a single character for naming their apps.
Previous to this development, Twitter had reimagined its presence on the iOS and Android apps. The customary bird symbol was substituted with a fresh 'X' logo, and the app snapshots on the App Store also reflected this change. The hurdle, however, was in amending the actual name stated on...
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Apple Watches Capable of Early Parkinson's Disease Detection: A Vital Health Tool or Another Gadget?
Apple's foray into wearables has developed far beyond just offering logistical convenience and an extension of its phone product line. The Apple Watch, while touted as a fashion accessory and technological marvel, is proving its strength and potential in a field far removed from its design origins. This device, with its focus on health and well-being monitoring, may indeed be an unanticipated life-saving tool capable of detecting serious health problems years before they are usually diagnosed.
Sporting advanced sensor technologies alongside algorithms that interpret relatively minute variations in individual user data patterns, some models of the Apple Watch can inform wearers...
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Amazon's iRobot Acquisition Receives Green Light from UK Regulator
The United Kingdom's antitrust regulator has approved Amazon's proposed acquisition of iRobot, a leading robot vacuum manufacturer, for $1.7 billion. The decision comes after a thorough review, with the regulator ruling that the deal would not lead to competition concerns in the country. The European Commission (EC) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the U.S. are also currently reviewing the transaction, with the EC set to make a decision by July 6.
This development follows the FTC's recent approval of Amazon's $3.9 billion acquisition of One Medical, a primary care provider. However, the FTC is said to be pushing back...
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Twitter Takes a Leap Forward with Enhanced Community Notes for Visuals
Twitter is pushing forward in its fight against misinformation by introducing a new feature that allows Community Notes contributors to add contextual notes to images within tweets. These contextual notes will not only make it easier for users to distinguish between authentic and doctored visuals but also help in preventing the spread of false information by attaching the same note to every instance of the image being shared on the platform.
The new feature works by giving Community Notes contributors with a Writing Impact of 10 or above the option to mark their notes as 'About the image.' This designation will...
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Google Drive's Web Interface Gets a Makeover with Material You Design
Google's Material Design philosophy has been an integral part of the best Android apps. Now, the company is taking this concept to the web interface of its services, with the recent launch of Material You design for Google Drive. This new design brings a fresh look to the web interface of Google Drive and other services, making it easier and more intuitive to use.
Material You design provides a new look and feel to the web interface of Google Drive, making it more visually appealing and easier to use. It offers a unified design language across all of Google’s services, including...
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Revolutionize Your Skyrim Experience with the Regional Fast Travel Mod
Fantasy game enthusiasts often face a dilemma: enjoy the immersive experience of traversing stunning landscapes or succumb to the temptation of fast travel for quicker progression. In games like Skyrim, the allure of fast travel is irresistible, but it can compromise the sense of depth and realism. Modder digitalApple offers a solution to this conundrum with the innovative Regional Fast Travel mod for Skyrim Special Edition, adding more constraints to the fast travel system and enhancing the game's authenticity.
This mod imposes several rules on fast travel, effectively encouraging players to appreciate the detailed world of Skyrim while still enjoying the...
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