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In the fast-paced world of communication, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been nothing short of revolutionary. As we mark the one-year milestone of AI's pervasive influence, it is imperative to explore the ways in which this technology has reshaped the landscape, from entertainment to enterprise communication.

The 2023 Steam Award nominations are out, meaning it's time to cast your ballots for your favorite games across categories ranging from Game of the Year to Best Game You Suck At.

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is one of the biggest games of the year, and we were big fans, even if it didn't stray enough from the established Insomniac formula for our taste. Still, it seems we weren't the only ones surprised to find that, despite being nominated in seven separate categories, Sony's latest PlayStation exclusive didn't bag a single statue at The Game Awards.

Video games can be expensive. We don’t have to tell you that! I’m sure you’re fully aware of what new AAA games go for now with the latest-generation platforms. That means we’re being extra cautious about what video games we’re throwing money at when they launch. Knowing what games to pick up as they release and which to hold off on is rather crucial to ensure our bank accounts are taking a beating. So, we like to share the details whenever we come across a notable sale or promo. While not active right now, Valve revealed a Steam sale is coming next week.

We are nearing the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S24 series which many tipsters have claimed to be on January 17. And as the date comes close, we are hearing more and more about what the upcoming flagship series might feature. In recent times, one of the most interesting rumors claimed that the S24 series might feature the recently teased generative AI model Galaxy AI. But we have just seen a glimpse at this new AI tool by Samsung, and are yet to find out how it might bolster the S24 lineup. But, while we don't have the details, we do know something about this new technology and how it may shape Samsung mobiles in the future. Let us take a look.

A Chinese laptop maker has put together a unique configuration that offers up to a 64 Core AMD EPYC CPU, NVIDIA RTX 40 Desktop GPUs & liquid cooling.

AMD has responded to NVIDIA's H100 TensorRT-LLM figures with the MI300X once again leading in the AI benchmarks when running optimized software.

Intel's CEO, Pat Gelsinger, has called out NVIDIA's CUDA being a shallow moat and that the entire industry is motivated to end its dominance in the AI market.

One of the biggest surprises featured at The Game Awards 2023 was undoubtedly Marvel's Blade. There were rumors about Arkane Lyon announcing their next game at the event, but all bets were on the next Dishonored installment because of a previously leaked Bethesda schedule that listed Dishonored 3 as an upcoming project.

Developer Kojima Productions is partnering with film studio A24 for a live-action adaptation of Death Stranding.

Poco C65 has officially launched in the Indian market, positioning itself as the latest addition in the budget smartphone segment. Boasting an attractive design and robust internals, this smartphone hits the Indian market at a price point below ₹10,000. The POCO C65 sporting a robust MediaTek Helio G85 chipset, the POCO C65 delivers impressive performance. Its sleek and precisely crafted design, featuring a notch-free water-drop design, complements the immersive viewing experience provided by the stunning 6.74-inch HD+ 90Hz display.

Intel is all set to initiate production for its 20A (2nm process) next year, as revealed in an interview (via Nikkei) by the company's Senior Vice President.

The threat of asteroids hitting the Earth is always present and scientists have been working for decades now to track them and to devise the methods to deflect them or otherwise neutralize any threat potential they may have. One of the methods is to alter the direction of the asteroids moving towards our planet. Although the chances of any asteroid hitting our planet are low, but the considering the devastating impact it can have, it is necessary to keep a track.

Hideo Kojima’s work is heading to the silver screen. Announced today, A24 is bringing Kojima Production’s Death Stranding into live-action. The film is said to delve into the blurring between life and death, the titular “Death Stranding”, that brought horrific monsters into an ever-collapsing world.

Hideo Kojima revealed today that film and television production company A24, whose previous projects include Midsommar and Everything Everywhere All At Once, is collaborating with Kojima Productions on the Death Stranding film project.

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Mortal Kombat 1 players who’ve been eagerly anticipating being able to play with friends on other platforms apparently don’t have long to wait, as according to one of the game’s community managers, the crossplay feature is on track to launch at some point in February 2024.

Intel has taken the wraps off its new Meteor Lake-based Core Ultra laptop CPUs, and it's aiming these low-power chips squarely at my favourite AMD chip of all time—the Ryzen 7 7840U. That's the similarly low-power Zen 4 processor at the heart of the latest Framework 13 mainboard, but also every single non-Valve handheld gaming PC that was released this year.

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UPDATE: After A24 spilled the beans on its Death Stranding movie, Kojima Productions has now made the news official.

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Walt Disney Animation’s newest movie, Wish, is the culmination of the studio’s celebration of its own centennial. That project stretched throughout 2023, through projects like the short Once Upon a Studio, specialized merchandise drops centered around each decade the company has been around, and the rebrand of the iconic Disney castle logo. But Wish leans so hard on celebrating the better Disney films that came before it that it doesn’t have much identity of its own. It’s openly a nostalgia-fest, pretty much on par with the other ways the company celebrated its 100-year anniversary.

E3’s decades-long history has been peppered with ups and downs. The annual Los Angeles-based gaming expo saw a decade of steady growth after it was founded in the mid-90s. The mid-00s, on the other hand, were an altogether different story, as the event struggled, downsized and moved out of the LA Convention Center.

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10 best Vivo phones under 30000: Over the past few years, the demand for mid-range smartphones has drastically increased due to their exceptional offerings in terms of features and design. Smartphone buyers are more inclined towards buying top smartphones on a budget as these fulfill their need for performance, camera, gaming, multitasking and more. There are several smartphone brands in the market such as Samsung, Oppo, Xiaomi, and others who constantly bring innovative mid-range smartphones to the market. However, the Chinese smartphone brand Vivo has caught the attention of many buyers by introducing some really eye-catching smartphones. As the Vivo fans are growing, the brand has been introducing various new products in the mid-range segment. Here we take a look at the 10 best Vivo phones under 30000.

Ubisoft is deploying AC Mirage update 1.0.6 across all platforms today, adding the already promised New Game Plus mode, and more.

 A majority of Indian respondents believe that AI will increase their productivity at work compared to 31 per cent globally, provided their organisations support them with upskilling opportunities, according to a survey by PwC.

In a bid to enhance user experience, Meta is gearing up to introduce a slew of innovative features for Android enthusiasts. Among the forthcoming updates is the much-anticipated WhatsApp Channel Alerts feature, along with the ability to search for messages by date and a feature designed to streamline navigation within the app.

WhatsApp continues its commitment to elevating user experience through a series of updates, and the latest addition is set to revolutionize the way users interact with status updates. The messaging giant has introduced a new reply bar feature for status updates, aiming to foster increased engagement among its vast user base. In its ongoing pursuit of innovation, WhatsApp has recently implemented several intuitive features, such as the ability to share high-quality photos and videos within status updates. This latest move to roll out WhatsApp reply bar for status updates underscores the company's dedication to enhancing the overall user journey.

Nowadays, wearable technology has drastically evolved and it has changed the way users monitor their health, fitness and much more. Earlier, when smartwatches were introduced, they were limited to some of the most basic features, but by 2023, we have seen huge amount of innovations along with improved smartwatch features and unique fitness tracking modes which we could only have once imagined. There are several smartwatch brands such as Garmin, Apple, Noise, Realme, etc who have launched a wide range of smartwatches with top-notch features, however, there is a brand named Amazfit which has continuously introduced innovative features to their smartwatches which are user-friendly, unique, stylish in design, and filled with a variety of feature which a user demands in a fast-paced, technologically dominated, environment. Amazfit has some of the best activity tracking smartwatches in the market. If you are someone who is looking for a wide variety of Amazefit smartwatches then you are at the right place, because we have compiled a list of all the best smartwatches from the brand which may be a right fit for you. Check these top 10 Amazfit smartwatches including Amazfit GTS 4, Amazfit T-Rex 2, Amazfit GTR 3 Pro, and more.

Lies of P developer NEOWIZ has just released a new update for the Soulslike game. The 1.4.0.0 patch adds the following three Winter Festival items, available for free to all players:

Every professional, student, and more is taking to AI tools with gusto. And why not? After all, getting AI to serve you as your personal assistant is just what the doctor ordered to lower stress levels and extended hours spent bent over a desk. AI tools are definitely a blessing for all those who have jobs to do and assignments to submit. So, if you are looking for an AI tool too that can generate high-resolution images, without the requirement of a hefty investment and resources, then we have your back. You can look at some of these tools provided by centralised services, but access depends on payment. But not everyone can, or wants, to pay for these services. Breaking free from this problem, a groundbreaking AI tool developed by the University of Surrey is set to transform the narrative, making high-resolution image generation accessible to a broader audience. Meet, DemoFusion.

As the era of artificial intelligence (AI) is progressing, various tools are being developed for not only recreative but professional usage as well. At its annual re:Invent 2023 event, Amazon Web Services (AWS) introduced a new generative AI-powered assistant called Amazon Q that can potentially help you in your professional work by answering queries from within the company's data. Here are 10 things to need to know about Amazon Q.

TCL has unveiled a range of next-gen displays which include 8K monitors, 8K OLED Displays, 57-inch curved Mini-LED, & a 31" 4K OLED Dome display.

Pebble, a technology brand founded in 2013, has consistently focused on user-centric, seamless blending of innovation, technology, and design in its products. The brand has delivered smooth and worry-free technology experiences and in its latest collaboration, it has joined forces with Pepe Jeans London, one of India's fastest-growing smartwatch brands, to introduce a special edition Bluetooth Calling smartwatch. The Pebble X Pepe smartwatch represents a fusion of fashion and technology, offering a limited edition piece that reimagines the appeal of denim for the wrist. Featuring denim-leather and silicon sporty straps, an eye-catching infinite 1.39” HD display, and 600 Nits brightness, the smartwatch is priced at Rs. 1999 and is available on pebblecart.com, pepejeans.in, Flipkart, Myntra, and exclusive Pepe Jeans stores nationwide.

 Artificial intelligence holds far-reaching consequences for modern economies. Many of the jobs we are asked to do will change; a lot of them might disappear altogether. Facing this existential upheaval, experts advise that smart AI regulation will be needed — well, who could object to smart regulation? But the forms it should take, its methods and even its purposes, are unclear.

Capcom has been on a hell of a streak in recent years, but one of their biggest franchises has been taking a bit of a backseat. We got Monster Hunter Rise on the Switch in 2021, but we haven’t got a real boundary-pushing entry in the series since Monster Hunter World in 2018. Well, tonight at The Game Awards we got our first peek at the next generation in the franchise, Monster Hunter Wilds.

Google on Tuesday took the wraps off its highly anticipated next-generation foundation model called Gemini. Google claims that it has tested the benchmarks of the Gemini model against those of GPT-4, and the company claims that its AI modal has defeated OpenAI's LLM in 30 out of 32 benchmarks, including reasoning, math, reading comprehension, and Python code generation. The company has already integrated one of the models, Gemini Pro, into Google Bard, further improving its capabilities. Two days have passed since it launched and now that people have had a chance to try Google's latest AI innovation, it has drawn both positive and negative reactions from experts and users on social media platforms.

Apple Inc.'s senior executive overseeing touch-screen technology, health sensors and the company's Face ID interface is leaving the company, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

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The developer of co-op shooter GTFO, 10 Chambers, has just released a trailer at The Game Awards 2023 for its brand-new game, Den of Wolves. 

Xbox console exclusive As Dusk Falls is coming to PlayStation in March.

At TGA 2023, Moon Studios (the Vienna-based studio behind the Ori games) and Private Division finally pulled the veil on their ARPG project: No Rest for the Wicked.

LOS ANGELES — DECEMBER 7, 2023 — Xsolla, a global video game commerce company,  is excited to announce its partnership with VentureBeat and GamesBeat, a premier source for tech news and events, for its upcoming 2024 Global Tour. The Global 2024 Tour brings an exciting series of events to cities worldwide. 

Fortnite has evolved from a tower-defense survival game to the world’s most popular battle royale, virtual concert host, and developer playground. Now Epic Games is introducing a new title into the groundbreaking Fortnite ecosystem: LEGO Fortnite.

Google has been introducing various AI innovations ever since it launched the generative AI tool, Bard. Now, the company is introducing more AI tools for all of its services including their web services and devices such as Pixel smartphones. Google recently announced Gemini AI for Bard and Pixel 8 Pro model. Now, it plans to bring an AI text generation feature to Chrome for users to write content more efficiently without making any grammatical mistakes. The AI Chrome feature is called “Help me write” which saves users the time and effort to rewrite the content. Know all about the new Google Chrome AI text generation feature 'Help Me Write'.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 1 has finally launched on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation consoles. The Warzone community has patiently waited for the highly anticipated update to drop the brand new Urzikstan map. First revealed at Call of Duty NEXT, this fresh Warzone experience features new points of interest to explore, movement changes, and innovative public events. Speaking of public events, Warzone Season 1 has introduced fans to the Fly Buy which can make or break your match.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone Season 1 has finally launched on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. The Warzone community has patiently waited for the highly anticipated update to drop the brand new Urzikstan map. First revealed at Call of Duty NEXT, this fresh Warzone experience features new points of interest to explore, movement changes, and innovative public events. Although the debut of Season 1 has mostly been smooth sailing, errors are still lurking in the shadows. One Warzone error that players are being hit with is a message that states “your data is corrupt,” but there is a way to make it past this issue and keep your account in tact.

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Project Polaris, colloquially known as The Witcher 4, is now developer CD Projekt Red's primary focus since Phantom Liberty sent Cyberpunk 2077 out on a high note, and anticipation is high. The game's director, Sebastien Kalemba, has shed further light on the project without divulging specifics.

Once again, it’s time for Geoff Keighley to bestow his blessings on the best games of the year before retreating to Valhalla to feast and slumber. To celebrate the occasion, Steam is currently offering discounts on a selection of winners from the past nine years of The Game Awards.

LEGO Fortnite is about to set the industry ablaze with its innovation and the ability to craft and survive as LEGO characters within the Fortnite world. However, for those looking to link up with friends and play LEGO Fortnite together, you’re going to want to know if worlds cost actual money to host.

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I really like the idea of WoW Classic's Season of Discovery (SoD)—it's a genuinely fresh take on what it means to make a classic server. Not just rehashing the old, but remixing it too.

Indie publisher TinyBuild has made layoffs.

The Galaxy S24 series is not far from the official launch, with so much information already available out in the wild. It is obvious that the closer we get to the release date, the more information we are going to get our hands on, and today, we have our first look at the official wallpapers that Samsung will be using in its upcoming flagships. Note that the source claims that the wallpapers have been "edited and adjusted with Photoshop and artificial intelligence," but they do belong to the upcoming flagships.

Hello Neighbor publisher Tinybuild is accelerating a cost reduction plan that will result in an unknown number of layoffs.

Tech leaders have been vocal proponents of the need to regulate artificial intelligence, but they're also lobbying hard to make sure the new rules work in their favor.

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Wearable technology company Maxima has launched its highly anticipated innovation – the Maxima Max Pro Hunt smartwatch, adding to its already vast portfolio of affordable smartwatches. This latest offering is a testament to Maxima's commitment to providing consumers with feature-rich devices. Crafted in Maxima's own ISO 9001:2015 certified assembly line and state-of-the-art production facility, the smartwatch combines advanced features with a commitment to quality. Manjot Purewal, Managing Partner of Maxima, emphasizes the brand's dedication to delivering value, exceptional user experiences, and affordability.

Adding to its already vast portfolio of budget smartphones, Infinix says it is looking to revolutionize the budget smartphone market with the highly anticipated Infinix Smart 8 HD. It is slated to be competitively priced at under Rs. 6000. This makes it an exceptionally affordable choice for consumers looking for cutting-edge technology without breaking the bank.

In the smartphone market, the race to bring premium features to mid-range smartphones is increasing. This drastic change has been seen in recent years due to consumers looking for more advanced smartphones at a lower price. While there are many brands such as Vivio, Xiaomi, Oppo, and others who are constantly bringing innovative smartphones to the market, Samsung has been upscaling their features as well to build trust in their user base. Over the years, the company has launched various smartphones from budget range to premium smartphones all have gained immense recognition in the industry.

Samsung is gearing up to introduce its highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Book 4 series to elevate its Windows laptop lineup. Multiple leaks and rumors have been surfacing around this product already and the latest one has provided an insightful glimpse into the specifications and product images of the upcoming device, creating a buzz among tech enthusiasts. Notably, the leak suggests that Samsung might harness the power of Intel's cutting-edge AI processor for the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 series. Check here to know what can be expected from the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Book 4 series.

 Hailed as a world first, European Union artificial intelligence rules are facing a make-or-break moment as negotiators try to hammer out the final details this week — talks complicated by the sudden rise of generative AI that produces human-like work.

Xbox boss Phil Spencer says Microsoft spends over $1 billion a year bringing third-party titles to Xbox Game Pass.

The Ouroboros King is one of the most quietly successful Steam games of 2023.

At the 2023 Comic Con Experience in São Paulo, Microsoft CEO Phil Spencer fielded questions about Xbox and its latest titles while revealing some interesting information about the current state of the gaming industry.

Five and a half years ago, KRAFTON (then called PUBG Corporation) filed a lawsuit against NetEase in the US District Court - Northern District of California, alleging that the mobile Battle Royale games Rules of Survival and Knives Out had been basically copied from Playerunknown's Battlegrounds.

Apple has just rolled out a compelling advertisement for the latest iPhone 15 series, putting the spotlight on its exceptional camera capabilities, particularly the groundbreaking Smart Portrait mode. This innovative iPhone 15 feature empowers users to dynamically adjust the focus on different subjects in a photo, even after the image has been captured. Notably, this functionality is available for both standard and portrait images. In a 1 minute 49-second video, Apple vividly demonstrates the Smart Portrait mode in action. The footage captures a band in the process of creating their album cover, with one member utilising the iPhone 15 to edit a group photo.

Apple has been making attempts to develop in-house solutions for its suite of products for years. One of the most notable inventions has been the lightning port, which was the Cupertino-based tech giant's proprietary charging solution on its iPhone, iPad, and other devices. However, not all of it has worked out. Its FireWire technology didn't even take off before being shelved. But that hasn't stopped the company from innovating. The Apple Silicon chipsets are one of the best in the business, known for offering great battery life alongside supreme performance. Apple has also been reportedly working on bringing its own 5G modem to iPhones in an attempt to reduce its reliance on Qualcomm, with which it has continued a feud. However, those plans are in jeopardy. On the other hand, Apple 6G development seems to have taken off as per a new finding. Know all about Apple's 6G plans.