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![Revolutionizing Collectibles Trading: Snapchat's Vision of Valuation]()
Revolutionizing Collectibles Trading: Snapchat's Vision of Valuation It looks like the inevitable convergence of technology and antique appreciation has taken an interesting turn. In the pursuit of refining its user experience, Snapchat, the popular social media platform, is reportedly developing an advanced feature that could revolutionize the world of collectibles. As per recent patent filings, the new feature, dubbed as an ‘image-based valuation system,’ could give users an estimate of the worth of any item by scanning it in real-time with the Snap camera!
After the artifact is scanned, Snapchat's sophisticated software unleashes its might. Aided by impressive computer vision technology, it identifies the item, assesses its quality,... Continue reading -
![Starfield Launch Breaks All Records for Bethesda as its Largest Ever]()
Starfield Launch Breaks All Records for Bethesda as its Largest Ever Despite Starfield's early access starting on September 1 for deluxe edition purchasers, the official release was on September 6. As anticipated, a deluge of new players joined Bethesda for the premiere, and the turnout was actually overwhelming.
The official Starfield account on X recently announced over 6 million players have engaged with the game. This impressive number, including Game Pass players, was drawn from earlier reports of strong sales, solidifying its position as "the biggest Bethesda game launch of all time". Continue reading -
![Excitement Builds with the Release of New EA Sports UFC 5 Trailer]()
Excitement Builds with the Release of New EA Sports UFC 5 Trailer As earlier indicated, the first trailer for EA Sports UFC 5, the upcoming UFC fighting game from EA, has been released. EA promises that the game boasts of unparalleled graphical enhancements, a new damage system, and doctor intermissions with significant gamplay impacts. The game also features a Real Impact System that allows absorbed cuts and strikes to impact stamina, mobility, defense, and more, making the fights more lifelike.
Content updates with features such as Alter Egos will keep the game fresh, offering new versions of favorite fighters on a monthly basis. With a gameplay reveal set for the near future, EA... Continue reading -
![YouTube Amplifies its Podcasting Features with RSS Uploads and Expansion to YouTube Music]()
YouTube Amplifies its Podcasting Features with RSS Uploads and Expansion to YouTube Music YouTube is escalating its commitment to podcasters by introducing new features to enhance its platform. As announced at the Podcast Movement conference, YouTube will be introducing support for RSS uploads for podcasters by the end of the year. Steve McLendon, YouTube's product lead, confirmed this development which has been under beta testing since the start of the year as part of a selective, invitation-only pilot.
Along with the RSS upload feature, YouTube will also roll out numerous other updates to improve its podcast offerings. The RSS upload feature will allow podcasters to directly upload their podcasts to the platform, simplifying the... Continue reading -
![Google Chrome Explores a New User Interface on iOS with Bottom Address Bar]()
Google Chrome Explores a New User Interface on iOS with Bottom Address Bar Google Chrome, the globally popular web browser, is reportedly testing a new feature that allows users to move the address bar to the bottom of the screen on iOS devices. This move comes after Apple initiated a similar change in its Safari web browser, positioning its tab bar at the bottom of the screen with iOS 15, about two years ago.
The ongoing testing was initially spotted by iOS developer Steve Moser in the TestFlight version of the Chrome app. It should be noted that this change is completely optional. Users who wish to explore this new feature can do so... Continue reading -
![Square Enix's Chief Executive Expressed Dissatisfaction over Final Fantasy XVI Sales]()
Square Enix's Chief Executive Expressed Dissatisfaction over Final Fantasy XVI Sales Executive Takashi Kiryu, expressed his dissatisfaction with the sales of the latest instalment, Final Fantasy XVI. While the beloved franchise's sixteenth episode has gained substantial global attention, its financial returns remain underwhelming, raising concerns for the renowned Japanese gaming giant.
Despite the fact that the sales of the Final Fantasy 16 in the first week amounted to more than 3 million copies, this is still small compared to the previous game in the series. Then, in just a few hours, more than 5 million copies were sold.
Takashi Kiryu iterated that he remains optimistic concerning the future of the Final Fantasy franchise.... Continue reading -
![Quantum Error Reaches Gold Status, Eyes PlayStation Launch]()
Quantum Error Reaches Gold Status, Eyes PlayStation Launch Teamkill Media, the seasoned game development team, recently announced an important milestone: their upcoming game, "Quantum Error," has finally achieved "Gold" status. The expected PlayStation 5 horror game is stirring considerable excitement among gaming enthusiasts worldwide.
Going "Gold" in the video game industry signifies that the game's primary development has been completed, and the version is now ready to be pressed onto discs. It means the game is ready for mass production and retail distribution. This major achievement by the independent game developer, Teamkill Media, thus signals the game is only just a few steps away from landing in the players'... Continue reading -
![Blizzard Games: From Iconic to Easily Accessible via Steam]()
Blizzard Games: From Iconic to Easily Accessible via Steam Blizzard Entertainment is breaking new ground by bringing a series of its distinguished games, including Overwatch 2, to Steam. Addressing increasingly diversified gaming preferences, Blizzard aims to "break down barriers" as they work towards making their titles more readily accessible to a broader user base through the digital storefront.
The announcement currently confirms only one Blizzard title transitioning to the Steam platform: Overwatch 2. The transfer will provide Steam users access to the popular PvP shooter game, broadening Overwatch's existing appeal amongst players who've previously been unable to play on other platforms.
Starting August 10th, Overwatch 2 will be directly accessible via... Continue reading -
![A Major Update in Threads App Unveils Highly Requested Features]()
A Major Update in Threads App Unveils Highly Requested Features The Threads app, created as a companion application to Instagram, has recently received its first significant update. This version presents an expanded array of features that users have been expressing interest in for a long time. The developers have paid heed to user feedback and incorporated essential enhancements aligned with modern necessity and convenience.
The most noteworthy element of this update includes the integration of a new Follow tab on the activity feed. With this added feature, users can now effortlessly ascertain who is following them. This assurance enhances social interactions on the platform by providing users easy access to their... Continue reading -
![Why The Elder Scrolls 6 Needs to Revamp Destruction Magic]()
Why The Elder Scrolls 6 Needs to Revamp Destruction Magic While magic is a fundamental component of The Elder Scrolls series, the implementation of it in Skyrim was not the series' high point. Skyrim's approach to magic, particularly the Destruction school, was not entirely flawed, but it did need significant improvements. The Elder Scrolls 6 offers a new opportunity to address these issues and refine the magic mechanics for a better gaming experience.
In Skyrim, players have the option to train in six different schools of magic, each with its own skill tree. These skill trees offer perks for using spells of a specific type, including the ability to reduce the... Continue reading -
![Microsoft Court Documents Suggest Imminent Arrival of Nintendo Switch 2]()
Microsoft Court Documents Suggest Imminent Arrival of Nintendo Switch 2 The gaming world is abuzz with fresh rumors about the next iteration of Nintendo's popular console, the Nintendo Switch 2. The latest speculation about a successor to the Nintendo Switch has surfaced from an unlikely source, court documents related to a case between Microsoft and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). A paragraph in the court records has stirred up the gaming community, hinting at the potential launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 as early as next year.
The documents reveal Microsoft's standpoint on why it doesn't monitor Nintendo's sales performance as closely as it does PlayStation's. The company claims that Nintendo... Continue reading
