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The Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG is a 27-inch gaming monitor with an OLED display from LG. It has a refresh rate of 240Hz and supports HDR10. The monitor has a sleek design with slim bezels and an adjustable stand. While it may not have the same color accuracy and sharpness as QD-OLED monitors, it excels in HDR performance and offers higher brightness. Priced at $749.99, it is a more affordable option compared to other OLED monitors. Overall, it is a high-quality monitor suitable for gaming and watching movies, providing a visually immersive experience. [Extracted from the article]

Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize video and computer games by creating open-ended and creative in-game interactions. Startups like ChatGPT and Inworld AI are using generative AI models to develop characters that can have dynamic and unscripted dialogue and actions. This technology could lead to game experiences that are infinitely detailed and constantly changing. The gaming industry is increasingly incorporating AI into game development processes, and venture firms are investing heavily in AI gaming startups. However, there are concerns about the ethical implications and addictive nature of immersive AI gaming experiences. Some experts argue that the focus should be on creating new and unique gaming experiences rather than simply enhancing existing ones. [Extracted from the article]

The JLab Nightfall is a budget gaming headset that offers stellar audio quality, comfort, and stylish design. Priced at $39.99, it features lightweight plastic construction, a strap headband for added comfort, and compact oval-shaped earcups with leatherette coverings. The headset has swiveling and tilting movement, a 3.5mm jack for wired connectivity, and a volume wheel for easy control. In terms of gaming performance, the Nightfall delivers punchy and crisp audio with spatial audio support. However, the microphone performance is questionable, as it may suffer from static feedback. Overall, while the headset offers great value, the faulty microphone may limit its use for team chat. [Extracted from the article]

The Lenovo Legion Go is a handheld gaming device that competes with the Asus ROG Ally. It features an AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD, providing impressive graphics performance on PC titles. The device has a large and bold display with a high resolution and peak frequency, making it great for gaming and nongaming tasks. The controls are detachable and communicate wirelessly with the device, and there is also mouse control available. However, there are some issues with the user interface and features, and the sound quality is unimpressive. The Legion Go can be used as a full PC when connected to a USB-C dock or monitor. It comes with the Legion Space application, which allows users to keep track of and launch installed games from various PC game stores. Overall, the Legion Go is a versatile handheld gaming device with some room for improvement. [Extracted from the article]

The Alienware AW3225QF is a 32-inch 4K OLED monitor that offers a 240Hz refresh rate and a curved display. It has a QD-OLED panel and supports Nvidia G-Sync and VESA AdaptiveSync 240. The monitor has a sleek design and comes with a large stand that adjusts for height, tilt, and swivel. It has a variety of connectivity options, including HDMI ports with eARC support and USB ports. The SDR image quality is excellent, with vibrant colors and a great sense of depth, although the brightness is on the lower side. The HDR performance is better than most OLED monitors, with VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black certification and Dolby Vision HDR support. The motion performance is also impressive, with a 240Hz refresh rate and adaptive sync. Overall, the Alienware AW3225QF is a fantastic 4K OLED monitor that is suitable for both PC gaming and game consoles. It is priced at $1,199, which is a significant reduction compared to previous 4K OLED monitors. [Extracted from the article]

- J.F. Watkins Glen International hosts NASCAR, IMSA, a vintage grand prix, and virtual races on Forza Motorsport. FEATURE The eighth installment of the Forza Motorsport simulation-racing series for Microsoft's Xbox gaming console has arrived. Warming up to Forza Motorsport's physics took time, at least with our steering-wheel setup, but with the soft tires, I began closing the gap on the leaders. We went for full damage (hitting things affects the car), fuel and tire consumption, and rewinds - a Forza Motorsport feature that allows you to turn back time in the game to correct mistakes. [Extracted from the article]

Many consumers feel they're being fleeced by the supermarket duopoly, but with such a dominant market share, they're left with few practical alternatives. Warren lodged a complaint with Consumer Affairs Victoria and sent a letter to Kogan demanding a refund, saying the $99 withdrawal "came as a complete surprise to me and is entirely contrary to my intentions". Many consumers feel they're being fleeced by the supermarket duopoly CHOICE director of campaigns and communications Rosie Thomas. For $99 a year, Kogan says you'll get free shipping for products on the Kogan or Dick Smith websites bearing the First logo. [Extracted from the article]

So it's no surprise we're seeing significant innovation in the gaming monitor market; this Samsung monitor epitomizes the trend. The Verdict With its combination of quantum- dot OLED display tech and a 32:9 aspect ratio, 49-inch screen Samsung's latest ultra-wide monitor is a gamer's delight while also serving as a reference-quality productivity tool. Test reports THE SAMSUNG OLED G95SC is a genuine "world's first" for a gaming monitor with its 240 Hz, 49-inch QD-OLED screen. [Extracted from the article]

1961 tower speakers offer the option of running ported or sealed and Arendal provides a foam wedge for the slotted port. Test reports THE 1961 system from Arendal is one of the company's three speaker series, the other two being the 1723 and 1723 S. 1961 is more compact and more affordable, but is otherwise consistent with Arendal's design philosophy and aesthetics. I requested the very compact sealed center channel speaker because not every installation can accommodate a tower speaker for a center and I wanted to try it. Since I have no kids or pets, I run the speakers with the grills off. 1961 CENTER A very compact sealed center channel speaker. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses upcoming video games that are anticipated to be released in 2024. Some of the highlighted games include Star Wars Outlaws, a role-playing game set in the Star Wars universe, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, a sequel to a shoot/hack-em-up game, Still Wakes the Deep, a horror game set on an oil rig, Dustborn, a colorful game set in an alternate version of the US, World of Goo 2, a sequel to a physics puzzle game, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, a remake of a popular game with an environmental theme, and Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, a sci-fi survival game set in the Chernobyl exclusion zone. The article provides brief descriptions and expectations for each game. [Extracted from the article]

ROKU SMART TV FEATURES On this TV, Roku is not just the platform for apps and streaming, it is the OS that runs the whole show. Roku OS lets users cast content from mobile devices or computers to the TV, allowing you to easily show your photos, videos, or presentations on a bigger screen. Test report TCL 6-SERIES MINI-LED QLED 4K ROKU TV IT IS amazing how rapidly TVs have grown in capability while their prices have dropped, defying inflation. VIDEO, PHOTOS, ART Today's phones, drones, and digital cameras can capture stunning images and videos that hold up on 4K screens. [Extracted from the article]

THE BAD NEWS: THEY'RE NOT COMPATIBLE Recent PlayStation consoles don't work natively with Bluetooth audio devices (outside of Sony's own PlayStation headsets), and neither do Xbox consoles. The PlayStation consoles generally support USB audio, but Xbox consoles do not (outside of specially licensed third-party USB headsets). THE GOOD NEWS: THERE ARE WORKAROUNDS What you're going to have to do is output audio via some other supported method to a Bluetooth dongle - something that takes audio input from some outside source and transmits it via Bluetooth. [Extracted from the article]

While cost-effective alternatives exist, the QN95C sets itself apart through a harmonious blend of elegant design, superior hardware, cutting-edge picture processing, and a comprehensive set of smart TV features. SAMSUNG QN95C 4K NEO QLED TV FOR THE past ten years we've watched 4K LCD and OLED TVs compete in the wake of plasma's demise. You also get Samsung's Q-Symphony feature that allows the TV to become one cohesive system when used with compatible Samsung soundbars like the 11.1.4-channel Q990C ($1499) featured in this review. Unlike many TVs where bright conditions can wash out the image, this TV retains its vibrancy and color accuracy, even outshining an OLED. [Extracted from the article]

Like Sony's previous entry-level 4K home theater projectors, the lens is not as high-quality as those used in more expensive models. Setting up this projector will be familiar to anyone who has used Sony projectors in the past, and it is straightforward enough for those who have not. CONCLUSION Dedicated standard-throw home theater projectors are becoming an endangered species, so it's nice to see Sony offer a comprehensive refresh to its lineup, and in particular to see it phase out bulb-based projectors once and for all. The projector's laser light source has a 20,000 hour rating, which is a significant improvement over traditional bulb-based projectors - the 325ES bulb was rated at 6,000 hours. [Extracted from the article]

Test report EPSON EPIQVISION LS800 4K UST LASER PROJECTOR THE ULTRA-SHORT-THROW projector category is where all the action is these days when it comes to home entertainment projection. But the LS800 is also different from most UST projectors because it uses a three-chip RGB LCD instead of a single-chip DLP as the imager, so it's free of the "rainbow effect" artifacts that can pop up with DLP projection. This projector uses a laser-phosphor light source, which limits its color gamut in comparison to some triple-laser RGB USTs. This Epson projector and video games are a match made in heaven. [Extracted from the article]

The main story of the game - a galaxy-wide search for mysterious, vision- inducing artefacts - is a standard, if enjoyable, MacGuffin hunt, while the side quests have drawn me deeper into the game's universe. Views The games column Views Culture The games column Game Starfield Bethesda Game Studios PC, Xbox Series X/S Jacob also recommends… Games The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Bethesda Game Studios PC, PlayStation 3,4 and 5, Xbox 360, One and Series X/S, Nintendo Switch If you somehow haven't played this Norse-inspired masterpiece in the 12 years since its release, it is available on almost anything that plays games. The Outer Worlds Obsidian Entertainment PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X/S, Nintendo Switch If you are looking for a stripped-down Starfield, this 2019 role-playing game hits a lot of the same highs. [Extracted from the article]

The Predator's CG48's brightness is still low when compared to more conventional monitors, and way, way lower than that of the Asus ProArt PA32DC (fave.co/3Ws4fVF), a high-end 32-inch OLED monitor. While Acer doesn't detail the panel used by the monitor, it's probably the same LG-produced OLED panel found in the LG Ultragear 48GQ900-B (fave.co/3hIXpwa). BOTTOM LINE Acer's Predator CG48 delivers a beautiful 48-inch OLED screen and tons of PC-friendly features, though it's more similar to its LG competitor than it is different. DEPARTMENTS PC gamers looking for a big screen monitor have great options in 2022, including new 42-inch and 48-inch monitors with OLED panels. [Extracted from the article]

IPads Apple has a handful of models in its current lineup, someof which were updated in October 2022, just as wefinished this article. Smartphones Most smartphones use Apple's iOS or Google's Androidoperating system. Tablets Apple has dominated the tablet market since it introducedthe iPad. Apple Watch Although Apple Watches are not just fitness trackers, weinclude them as they function as fitness trackers. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Elite ezCinema Tab-Tension CineGrey 4D screen and the Anker Nebula Mars 3 projector as a portable home theater solution. The screen comes in two sizes and offers a 1.1 gain and ceiling light rejection. The Mars 3 projector has a built-in battery, wireless connectivity, and delivers a bright and crisp image. The combination of the screen and projector is suitable for indoor and temporary outdoor use. The article highlights the ease of setup and the versatility of the portable theater system for streaming, gaming, and outdoor movie experiences. [Extracted from the article]

The good news is the recent addition to the franchise of Aliens: Dark Descent, an excellent game based around the film Aliens. The original movie, Alien (1979), is one of the best horror films ever, with a single, creepy xenomorph stalking the crew of the Nostromo. While playing, I constantly find myself switching between fear of the aliens and glee as I tear them to shreds - and what more could you want from an Aliens game?. [Extracted from the article]

Views Jacob Aron is New Scientist's news editor. Follow him on Twitter @jjaron Game Star Trek: Resurgence Dramatic Labs PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One and Series X/S Planet of Lana Wishfully Studios Xbox One and Series X/S, PC Jacob also recommends… Game Limbo Playdead PC, PlayStation 3, 4 and Vita, Xbox 360 and One, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android One of the best puzzle-platformers out there, telling a creepy story with a fantastic art style. In Resurgence, you play as two characters on board the USS Resolute: the new first officer, Jara Rydek, and Carter Diaz, a low-ranking engineer. [Extracted from the article]

Views Game Terra Nil Free Lives PC, Android, iOS Jacob also recommends… Game SimCity (2013) Maxis PC Townscaper Oskar Stålberg PC, Xbox One and Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS Frostpunk 11 bit studios PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Series X/S WHEN I was a child, my neighbour and I would often while away the weekend playing SimCity 2000 on his computer. While a traditional city builder might have you laying roads or placing residential zones, Terra Nil is all about creating the right conditions to promote plant species, such as trees or grasses. The latest game to widen the genre is Terra Nil, which is billed as a reverse city builder and a great example of how you can create something new by challenging the assumptions of a storied series like SimCity. [Extracted from the article]

From the game libraries to the user experience to the visual quality, read on to see what these cloud gaming services bring to the table. DEPARTMENTS Being able to play modern, high-quality video games on just about any kind of PC is the big pitch of the handful of cloud gaming services out there. Also, both Xbox Cloud Gaming and PlayStation Plus on PC do require a game controller to play games on their services - though that does not necessarily have to be their branded controllers, so long as your controller has enough buttons. [Extracted from the article]

DEPARTMENTS In recent years, the cloud gaming market has gained a number of new names, and none has been more hyped than Google Stadia. GAME LIBRARY In essence, you can imagine Google Stadia as its own console or popular PC game store. BOTTOM LINE Google Stadia can provide the console gaming experience without requiring that get any expensive hardware, and it can look even better with its Pro subscription. [Extracted from the article]

Apple's tweeter array and signal processing allows one HomePod to created ambience that complements the direct sound, and this is a pleasing effect for casual listening and spatial audio music. FEATURES With a pair of HomePods, you can enjoy true stereo sound, providing clear and detailed audio separation, making you feel like you are part of the performance. THE MOMENT I first heard a pair of the new Apple HomePod speakers play spatial audio, I could not get one thought out of my mind: This is going to be more than good enough for 90+ percent of listeners. [Extracted from the article]

And this TV even achieves almost 2000 nits of peak luminance with a 1% window, meaning it can do pinpoint HDR brightness, not just large areas of high brightness. You connect to the QN100B using Samsung's clever One Connect box, which houses the TV's power supply, processing, and HDMI switching. Departments quick take BY MARK HENNINGER Samsung's over-the-top 98-inch Neo QLED showcases what's possible when a TV has the horsepower needed to handle HDR properly. [Extracted from the article]

SPECIFICATIONS The Lenovo Yoga 9i 14-inch is among the first laptops with Intel's new 12th-Gen Core mobile processors targeting thin-and-light machines. KEYBOARD AND TRACKPAD The Yoga 9i 14-inch offers a quality keyboard despite its thin profile. DISPLAY, AUDIO The base Yoga 9i 14-inch has a IPS touchscreen with 1,920x1,200 resolution, but my review unit had the upgraded OLED touchscreen with 3,840x2,400 resolution. BOTTOM LINE The Lenovo Yoga 9i 14-inch uses Intel's 12th-gen Core processors to deliver solid performance in a compact machine. [Extracted from the article]

When I first came across this game, an adaptation of Silent Spring, Rachel Carson's massively influential book, it seemed to have been designed with New Scientist readers in mind. Follow him on Twitter @jjaron Game The Forest Cathedral Wakefield Interactive PC and Xbox Series S/X Jacob also recommends… Games Firewatch Campo Santo PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch You play as a fire watcher in Wyoming, exploring the nearby landscape to solve problems and uncover a mystery. I can only think that developer Wakefield Interactive felt the need to put more "game" in its game, since your time as Carson is mostly spent walking from A to B, but it is a serious mistake. [Extracted from the article]

The science-based heroes find it frustrating when they aren't fully equipped to tackle the demonic foes they face, and Iron Man in particular is freaked out at having to work in the Abbey, where the power for his mechanical tinkering comes from a demonic forge held in check by Doctor Strange. Hunter's team is roughly split between science-based heroes, such as Iron Man, Spider-Man and Captain America (essentially the Avengers), and the more magic-based heroes, including Doctor Strange and lesser-known ones, like Ghost Rider and Magik. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses upcoming video games that are anticipated to be released in 2024. One of the highly anticipated games is Star Wars Outlaws, an open-world RPG set in the Star Wars universe. Another game mentioned is Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, a sequel to a 2011 shoot/hack-em-up game. Still Wakes the Deep, Dustborn, World of Goo 2, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl are also highlighted as games to look forward to. The article provides brief descriptions of each game and expresses the author's excitement for their release. [Extracted from the article]

Perennial console rival Sony has taken notice, and is now revamping its own subscription and streaming services for the PlayStation brand. DEPARTMENTS It's been three years since Microsoft started releasing first-run Xbox and PC games on the all-in-one Xbox Game Pass service, and started an innovative platform-agnostic approach to publishing games. [Extracted from the article]

The Umbrella Academy is back for a third season, in which the adopted-sibling superheroes meet their less dysfunctional counterparts in an alternative reality. He explains how - with proper governance and new institutions, rights and regulators - freedom and democracy can survive despite powerful digital technologies. Play Deliver Us the Moon sends you to Earth's moon as humanity's last astronaut, on an open-ended, do-or-die mission to find a missing energy source and save our world. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers a preview of music-related holiday gifts including singer Britney Spears' memoir "The Woman in Me," AirPods Max headphone from Apple Inc. and WhipShots vodka infused whipped cream which is a collaboration between singers Cardi B and Patti LaBelle.

The article presents a comparison of video game consoles including Sony's PlayStation 3, Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's Wii and gives information on the benefits, drawbacks and cost of each.

The article focuses on computer hardware hacking and the methods and rationales for this practice. A computer hardware hacker operates in a mode that is the opposite of an academic researcher, the author argues. The author focuses on the hacking work of Andrew Huang while he was a Ph.D. candidate at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Huang worked on taking apart the hardware of Microsoft's original Xbox game device in 2001. His work identified potential security vulnerabilities of the device and gave Microsoft insight into what computer hackers may choose to do with such devices.

The article focuses on computer games and scientific visualization. In the light of recent advances in game hardware, software, image rendering and virtual environments, it really is not too difficult to appreciate the promise of these scenarios. For example, the Institute for Creative Technologies, a program begun in 1999 by the U.S. Department of Defense, the U.S. Army Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation Command, to tap resources and talents of the entertainment and game development industries, jointly operated with the University of Southern California, is developing combat video games to enhance the strategic, combat and decision-making skills of next-generation military field commanders. One potentially commercial game result called C-Force could be released as soon as next year on popular consoles, including the Xbox and PlayStation 2, allowing armchair generals to test their instincts and judgment as squad leaders under challenging true-to-life situations in the field and under fire.

In a sequel that does not disappoint, Ubisoft's Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope invites players to continue the adventure with this amazing collaboration of characters as they venture through space to rescue the Sparks-creatures formed by the fusion of Lumas and Rabbids. Available on PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox XIS, Steam, and Google Stadia, the game is Rated E for Everyone. The gameplay is fully customizable with a wealth of difficulty and accessibility options to make the game approachable for new players while offering a challenge to more experienced tactical players. [Extracted from the article]

The article evaluates several products including the Affresh washing machine cleaner tablets, the Xbox One X Console, and the Ballarini cookware.

Although you can select devices on the remote's LCD screen, you can't simply use the remote as a universal remote to control the TV or other device. Test reports When Logitech stopped making Harmony remotes in 2021, few options remained. The Sofabaton X1 Hub and remote control come with a hub and a remote. [Extracted from the article]