Professional "metal detectorist" Darick Langos has found over 200 Apple Watches while diving and searching the Chain O' Lakes region in northeast Illinois, with most still holding a charge but difficult to return to their owners due to being locked.
Sony has officially announced that the PC version of Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut will be released on May 16th, offering unlocked frame rates, graphics settings, customizable controls, and support for ultrawide monitors and DLSS.
Ghost of Tsushima, the PlayStation exclusive, is coming to PC with its Director's Cut edition on May 16, including the Iki Island expansion and online cooperative mode Legends, priced at $59.99 in the U.S. and £49.99 in the UK on Steam, featuring various graphics options and wide monitor support.
The Galaxy A55, set to be unveiled on March 11, has already been leaked with surprise upgrades including a high brightness display, front and back Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection, and a potentially powerful Exynos chip with an AMD-powered GPU.
Google is introducing a new feature in its web app called "tune response" that allows users to modify and customize Gemini's responses to prompts.
A sulfur iodide cathode material with a healable interface and high electronic conductivity demonstrates excellent cycling stability and rate performance in solid-state lithium-sulfur batteries.
Helldivers 2's latest patch introduces new planetary hazards, including fire tornadoes and meteor showers, while also nerfing popular loadouts and increasing completion requirements for certain missions.
VMware has released security updates to address critical sandbox escape vulnerabilities in their ESXi, Workstation, Fusion, and Cloud Foundation products, which could allow attackers to escape virtual machines and access the host operating system.
The Season 2 Reloaded patch for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 introduces new maps, weapons, modes, and events, as well as balancing changes and bug fixes.
The exclusive development of "Final Fantasy VII Rebirth" for the PlayStation 5 allowed for the creation of a stunning seamless fantasy world that received widespread critical acclaim, with the game being several times larger and more populated than its predecessor, thanks to employee retention and the reuse of digital assets from the first installment.
Google One has expanded its offerings to now include Fitbit Premium and Nest Aware in the UK, with Fitbit Premium being available at no extra cost for subscribers of the 2 TB Google One plan.
Apple users have a wishlist for the iPhone 16, which includes longer battery life, a smaller size option, features from Android, and the possibility of a foldable iPhone in the future.
Apple is making it difficult for users and developers to comply with its new EU rules for third-party iOS app stores by tracking EU users and restricting access for those spending too much time outside the bloc.
Baltimore start-up Wave Engine Corp has successfully flight-tested a scaled-down version of its wave engine, which operates using pressure waves instead of moving parts, demonstrating the potential for lower costs and complexity in jet propulsion.
Samsung will soon reveal its new mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55, offering attractive features for budget-conscious consumers and those not concerned with having the latest specs, with leaked images suggesting a variety of colors and official cases will be available. However, it remains uncertain if a Galaxy A55 variant with 12GB of RAM will be released.
Google-owned navigation app Waze is introducing new features including safety alerts, roundabout navigation, parking information, and customized traffic information to enhance the user experience.
Helldivers 2 defies the odds and finds success in the live service genre, offering valuable lessons such as the importance of gameplay over monetization, smaller game funding, and community-building.
Google Tensor G4, the upcoming chip for the Pixel 9 series and Pixel Fold 2, is expected to adopt Samsung's latest 4nm process and packaging method, resulting in improved power efficiency and heat management.
The article discusses the ending of "Final Fantasy VII Rebirth" and the mixed feelings it has generated among the writers, focusing on the deliberate misleading of the ending and the missed opportunities for a more radical and meaningful conclusion.
SpaceX is tentatively planning its third Starship flight test for March 14, with hopes of demonstrating the rocket's basic flight capabilities and paving the way for operational missions and deep-space exploration.
Dragon's Dogma 2's frame rate controversy continues as previews reveal mixed experiences, with some praising the game's smoothness while others criticize its choppy frame rate, leaving players uncertain about the final release.
Fortnite is set to launch its new Greek Mythology-themed season, featuring collaborations with Persona and God of War, Olympus as a point of interest on the map, new abilities such as flying and a speed boost, mythic weapons, boss fights, and multiple Greek myth-inspired skins.
The iPhone 15 Pro is considered one of the best iPhones on the market, but if you're looking for alternatives, the iPhone 15, Samsung Galaxy S24, OnePlus 12, iPhone 14 Pro, and Google Pixel 8 Pro are all excellent options with their own unique features and advantages.
Campaign groups are criticizing Apple, along with other tech giants, for proposing superficial compliance with the Digital Markets Act that fails to challenge their market dominance and threatens the effectiveness of the law.
With the release of iOS 17.4, iPhone users in the European Union can access third-party app stores, but Apple warns that EU users traveling outside of the bloc will only have a "grace period" before some features stop working altogether when they're away.
Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G on March 11, 2024, with leaked marketing renders revealing their features, including a metallic frame for the A55 and polycarbonate construction for the A35, as well as details on their cameras and battery capacities.
Starting March 6, 2024, Amazon Appstore for Windows 11 will no longer be available, a year before the end of Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) support on Windows 11.
Dragon's Dogma 2 has been highly anticipated after a 12-year wait, and the reason for the delay is explained by the game's producer, Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, who states that game director Hideaki Itsuno had other major projects to focus on and that open-world games like Dragon's Dogma 2 require a significant amount of resources and planning.
The latest patch for Helldivers 2 introduces new environmental hazards, balances weapon and Stratagem performance, and includes bug fixes and improvements.
Diver Darick Langos advises Apple Watch owners to invest in more secure straps, after recovering 200 watches from the Chain O' Lakes and noting that most still had their original bands, which are susceptible to slipping off during water-related activities.
With Apple's new Journal app on your iPhone, be cautious as it may share sensitive or private data with others nearby, but you can protect your privacy by changing the app's settings and turning off features that expose your information.
Mass layoffs at EA have put the fate of several upcoming games in jeopardy, but it is expected that both Mass Effect 5 and Dragon Age Dreadwolf will continue development for now.
Arrowhead, the developer of Helldivers 2, has released a balance update that includes planetary hazards, nerfs to certain weapons and stratagems, and various fixes, aiming to address the game's best loadout and provide a more balanced experience.
Logitech has released the MX Brio, an Ultra HD webcam with AI features, offering improved face visibility and image quality in various lighting conditions, although some software functions are only available in certain versions and it carries a price tag of $199.99.
OnePlus has released the Oxygen OS 14.0.0.602 update for OnePlus 12 users in India, improving system stability, phone connection, and camera performance.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 may incorporate live service elements despite being a successful single-player game, following Warner Bros' announcement to focus on live service in future titles, potentially leading to concerns among fans.
iOS 17.4 prompts iPhone users in Europe to select a default browser following the implementation of the EU's Digital Markets Act.
Tropic Haze LLC, the company behind the Yuzu and Citra emulators, has shut down both projects and associated websites as part of a $2.4M settlement with Nintendo, after being sued over copyright infringement.
In a 18-minute gameplay preview, director Hideaki Itsuno showcases the open-world and reactive nature of Dragon's Dogma 2, with fans speculating a possible demo release due to its Mature rating.
Warner Bros. is shifting its focus away from standalone console games and towards creating live-service games that allow players to live, work, build, and play in ongoing worlds like Hogwarts Legacy or Harry Potter.
Roku users were recently required to agree to new dispute resolution terms, including forced arbitration, in order to access their devices, rendering them unusable until consent was given.
Apple Podcasts has introduced a transcripts feature with the iOS 17.4 update, allowing users to read along with podcast episodes and search for specific words or phrases within the transcripts.
Nintendo has announced a special Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Open Tournament for March 2024, with the top 310 players receiving 1,000 My Nintendo Gold Points each.
Microsoft has announced that it will no longer support the Windows Subsystem for Android, resulting in the loss of official Android app support and access to the Amazon Appstore on Windows 11.
Apple has released two new MacBook Air models with improved performance, but the previous generation M2 MacBook Air is now available at a discounted price of $999.
Google's navigation app, Waze, is introducing six new features including lane guidance for roundabouts and alerts for speed limit changes, to help users navigate more efficiently and safely.
Microsoft's Game Pass subscription service is adding several new games, including Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun and Control Ultimate Edition, while Hardspace: Shipbreaker, Ni no Kuni: Wrath Of The White Witch Remastered, and Shredders will be leaving the platform on March 15th.
Google is implementing algorithmic enhancements to crack down on AI-generated content designed to manipulate search engine rankings and reduce low-quality content in search results by 40%.
Microsoft is ending support for Android apps on Windows 11, citing changing customer needs and a commitment to an open platform and ecosystem.
Apple released emergency security updates to address two iOS zero-day vulnerabilities that were being exploited in targeted attacks, allowing attackers to bypass kernel memory protections and gain arbitrary kernel read and write capabilities on various Apple devices.