Second group of Activision Blizzard testers wins union vote
More Activision Blizzard workers have voted to unionize. Quality assurance testers at Blizzard Albany have voted 14-0 in favor of unionization. The team at the Diablo-focused...
Pong’s influence on video games endures 50 years later
A game that is easy to learn, but difficult to master. This was the concept Atari founder Nolan Bushnell instilled into Allan Alcorn, a then-24-year-old engineer,...
Google Messages starts testing end-to-end encryption for RCS group texts
Google is starting to test end-to-end encryption (E2EE) in Messages for RCS group chats on Android. Some users who are enrolled in the Messages open beta...
Pico 4 & Quest Pro Likely Drove November’s VR Headset Growth On Steam
Usage of ‘Other’ VR headsets grew most in November on Steam following the launch of Pico 4 and Quest Pro. Companies like Meta, Valve, & HTC...
Meta Quest Pro’s first update adds mixed reality screen recordings
The Meta Quest Pro is a classic case of the early adopter’s dilemma. Although the headset offers a wealth of potential for virtual reality enthusiasts, it...
GE has a new smart mixer that can shut itself off when your dough is ready
GE has created a smart mixer that could help take more of the sting out of baking. For one thing, the Profile Smart Mixer with Auto...
VW teases second-generation ID.3 EV with design and tech upgrades
Volkswagen’s electric car lineup is now mature enough that it’s introducing second-generation models — and it appears the company is taking some criticism to heart. VW...