EA is to open a new LA studio which will house a new section of Battlefield developer DICE. According to a report on the Wall Street Journal begins, “Electronic Arts, fresh off announcing it cut 10 percent of its workforce to trim costs, is investing in a new Los Angeles studio for its Stockholm-based DICE game developer with the goal of poaching talent from rivals like Activision Blizzard.”
DICE’s general manager Karl-Magnus Troedsson also told the site, “There is an extreme talent pool over that we want a part of. It’s no secret that our main competitor is there,” not doubt referring to Activision.
EA has already revealed that DICE, Visceral Games and BioWare would be making Star Wars games, so it seems very possible that the first project for this new studio could very well be set in the world of Luke Skywalker.
Yesterday BlackBerry unveiled a new social media service, BBM Channels. The smartphone company launched its latest product at the BlackBerry Live 2013 event with the support of F1 driver Lewis Hamilton.
BBM Channels will enable users to chat about topics on their favourite companies or artists, as well as interact with them.
BlackBerry CEO Thorsten Heins revealed that the F1 Mercedes AMG Petronas team would be among the first companies to feature on BBM Channels.
BBM Channels is currently available in beta with a full release due later in the year.
The news comes as BlackBerry also announced that it would make the popular BBM messaging app available on iPhone and Android for free later this summer.
We also recorded an exclusive 15 minute video in which we get to take a closer look at the Lumia 925 and also see a number of the new features in action:
What do you think of the Nokia Lumia 925? Let is know by leaving a comment below.
Remember Me will be available in June 2013 on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC, is developed by DONTNOD Entertainment and published by Capcom. You can learn more from the Remember Me website.
What do you think of it? Let us know by leaving a comment below.
The WSR is heading to Asia in this latest video and features, clubs and locations from the region set to star in GRID 2.
Racers earn points for style and form in Drift events on steep and aggressive mountain roads filled with hairpins inspired by Okutama in Japan. Open Road racing is represented with Touge events in Hong Kong, where players must close the gap and take their chance to pass in one-on-one, contactless sprints.
The Street Racing category is showcased in Dubai, as cars power down highways and speed past stunning skyscrapers in this distinctive city fuelled by petrol-powered wealth. Track Racing is shown at Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi, one of the most advanced and thrilling dedicated racing circuits in the world which has played host to a wide range of motorsport up to the very highest level.
And here it is:
GRID 2, the long-awaited sequel to the BAFTA-award winning, critically acclaimed Race Driver: GRID, will race into retail on 31st May for the Xbox 360 , PLAYSTATION 3 computer and PC.
Gears of War: Judgment has unveiled new DLC. The second Maxim-sponsored multiplayer map, Dreadnought is available today.
Playable in OverRun mode, Dreadnought is set on the naval vessel CNV Pomeroy, on which the COG transported captured Locust Berserkers following Emergence Day.
“Little did they know that the Locust had waterborne beasts from the underground rivers of the Hollow, or that the Locust soldiers would use them so relentlessly to rescue the captured Berserkers,” reads the map’s description.
“The Pomeroy was corralled into a narrow channel and forced ashore, where the Locust sent a mass of troops to assault and overwhelm the beached vessel.”
Maxim sponsored a previous DLC featuring the Haven map and new Execution mode, which debuted in March. The DLC will be available for free for a limited time. The first Maxim DLC remains free at this time. The new Gears of War: Judgment DLC is out now.
Trouble is brewing on the tropical island of Southsun Cove.
The merchants and traders of The Consortium have given shelter to refugees driven from their lands by the Molten Alliance, but many of these new arrivals feel more like prisoners than guests. With the new settlers on the verge of rioting and someone—or something—driving the local wildlife to new heights of aggression, it’s up to you and Lionguard Inspector Kiel to quell the violence and discover the Secret of Southsun!
CCP Games has released DUST 514. The groundbreaking, free-to-play first-person-shooter launches on PlayStation 3, and players can join the war for galactic supremacy with the ease of a free download.
As with CCP’s first game, EVE Online, launch is only the beginning of the voyage with DUST 514. Gamers can look forward to an ever-progressing game, built on the experience CCP has gathered over the past decade, as new features and upgrades are rolled out for years to come. The way to victory is now open to any intergalactic mercenary with the guns and grit to accept the challenge.
With the launch of DUST 514, the struggle for interstellar dominance in New Eden escalates as DUST mercenaries forge their path to glory. The power to topple empires will be in the hands of all who choose to seize it. The game’s massive battlegrounds, deadly weapons, and futuristic vehicles form the foundation of the deep first-person shooter action that awaits, while unrivaled customization options allow players to shape their strategic advantage, tactical edge, and combat style with cunning and skill.
DUST 514 is also fully integrated with New Eden, the notorious setting of EVE Online, amassive game universe that recently surpassed a half-million subscribers worldwide. As DUST players wage war in this first-person shooter at unprecedented scale, the outcome of each ground battle impacts the persistent universe, shifting the tide of war for legions of participants. Mercenaries can gain the advantage by coordinating with starship pilots in EVE Online, calling in devastating orbital strikes against opposing squads. The fortunes of DUST 514 players will rise and fall as they align themselves with like-minded warriors to make their mark across the EVEUniverse.
Highlights of what players will experience in DUST 514 include:
· Massive Persistent Universe: Wage war on the surfaces of far-flung planets with countless environmental combinations.
· Planetary Conquest: Marshal your forces in a continuous, ever-changing battle to conquer the worlds of New Eden and control their resources.
· Large-scale Warfare: Vie for control of unique sci-fi battlefields with up to 32 players in simultaneous combat.
· Endless Customization: Create custom mercenaries with lethal dropsuits, skills and weapons.
· Vehicles On-demand: Acquire, outfit and deploy heavily armed and armored vehicles, on land and in the skies.
· Social Sandbox: Build a formidable corporation with thousands of players as you seize the opportunities and bounties that come with galactic conflict.
· Connected Experience: For the first time ever, join forces in a cross-platform gaming experience with the immortal starship pilots of EVE Online to conquer New Eden, one skirmish at a time.
On May 14, the uprising of DUST 514’s mercenaries begins and their impact will leave New Eden forever altered.
And don’t forget to check out the interview with Jon Lander who is the Executive Producer of EVE Online we did at Eurogamer Expo last September:
Are you going to play DUST 514? Let us know by leaving a comment below.
Microsoft issued an update to the Surface RT’s firmware, largely focused on improving the speaker volume. Read on for details!
Microsoft issued an update to the Surface RT’s firmware, largely focused on improving the speaker volume. I hope that my speaker volume is improved with this update; we’ll see. Here are the release notes:
May 2013 updates
Released May 14
The May update includes these firmware and performance improvements:
UEFI firmware update that enhances Surface RT speaker volume and improves system stability.
Driver pack that improves performance and works with the updated UEFI firmware to enhance Surface RT speaker volume.
Trackpad Settings driver for Surface Type Cover to enable interaction with the Trackpad Settings app for Japanese customers.
Pretty short and sweet. If you own a Surface RT, go ahead and get your update!
Polaroid has expanded their sports camera line with a new $129.99 hi-def model, the X80. Read on for details!
Polaroid has expanded their sports camera line with a new $129.99 hi-def model, the X80. Able to take video at 1080p resolution and at 30 frames per second, the X80 is also in a waterproof housing and can be mounted to capture all sorts of sporting fun. Here is the press release:
Easily Capture your Extreme Adventures in Stunning HD with the Affordable Polaroid XS80 Mountable Hi-Definition Action Camera
The perfect accessory for adventures on the mountain, in the water, or wherever the action takes you
Ridgefield Park, NJ, May 14, 2013– Polaroid, the 75-year-old brand synonymous with instant imaging, sharing and fun, is expanding its line of mountable hi-definition action video cameras with an affordable model that allows consumers to easily capture their every adventure. At only $129.99, the XS80 action camera joins the already extensive Polaroid product offerings, and will provide users with the ability to take 1080p video at 30 frames per second (FPS), guaranteeing that they never miss an instant of the excitement.
Be it biking, surfing, mountain climbing or any other outdoor activity, Polaroid offers the perfect action video camera for action sports enthusiasts and fun-seeking families to capture and share all of life’s thrilling adventures – at a price that is very affordable. Built in a tough waterproof housing with anti-shake technology, the Polaroid XS80 is also shock and impact resistant allowing it to be used in all types of daring environments. Additionally a variety of mounts that come standard allow video and still images to be captured virtually anywhere.
“The Polaroid XS80 is an exciting addition to our line of hi-definition sports video cameras, which bring the Polaroid ideal of sharing life instantly to a new level,” said Polaroid President and CEO, Scott W. Hardy. “Whatever the sport or activity, the XS80 offers the portability, durability and versatility needed to capture and share life’s most exhilarating and memorable moments in an instant, all at an affordable price point.”
Offered by C&A Licensing LLC, an authorized Polaroid licensee, the Polaroid XS80 hi-definition action video camera comes standard with a helmet mount and a limited one year warranty.
Polaroid XS80 Specs and Information:
HD 1080p, HD 720p, VGA
Waterproof up to 30’
Motion record (video and photo)
16MP, 5MP, 3MP VGA
3 Photo Modes (single, burst (10), time lapse (1,5,10,30,60))
Micro SD Card up to 32GB
120 Degree field of view
G Sensor (auto rotation)
Anti-Shake
Built in Lithium ion battery
HDMI output
High Impact & Shock Proof
The Polaroid XS80 has a suggested retail price of $129.99 and is currently available at www.polaroid.com,Canadian Tire, Tiger Direct and other select retailers.
Here are some product shots for you:
$130 for a waterproof, shock-resistant 1080p action camera is interesting!
Synology has announced the replacement for the DS1512, called the DS1513+. Aimed at small to medium sized businesses, this is a 5-bay unit with 4 gigabit LAN connections and plenty of expansion options. Read on for details.
Synology has announced the replacement for the DS1512, called the DS1513+. Aimed at small to medium sized businesses, this is a 5-bay unit with 4 gigabit LAN connections and plenty of expansion options. Here is the press release:
Synology® Officially Releases the DS1513+
Scalability and efficiency for small and medium businesses
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom-14th May 2013– Synology UK Ltd today launched the DS1513+, which comes from a long tradition of reliable NAS servers. This 5-bay unit brings a new dimension to scalable and powerful storage for small and medium businesses.
“Not only can the DS1513+ be expanded up to 15 bays and 60TB with two DX513 units, it’s also equipped with a fully configurable 4-ports LAN adapter. The DS1513+ is designed to bring perfect balance between bandwidth, safety and cost-efficiency for all our users. Reducing downtimes while providing a high bandwidth capacity is now possible,” declares Wayne An, Product Manager, Synology.
The DS1513+ comes with a dual core 2.13GHz CPU and no less than 2GB of RAM, which can be expanded to 4GB. This hardware has been fine-tuned to run on the award-winning operating system DSM 4.2, allowing the NAS to reach data transfer rates up to an average of 350.94 MB/sec (reading) and 202.34 MB/sec (writing) with link aggregation. The DS1513+ includes other improvements such as screw-less hard drive trays and noise reducing anti-vibration pads.
All-in-one, the DS1513+ embeds multiple applicationsthat will benefit from this raw power including but not limited to VPN, Syslog and mail services; DNS, DHCP, printer and web serving. Associated with a powerful LUN management system and advanced iSCSI settings, the comprehensive virtualisations certifications (VMware® vSphere™ 5 with VAAI support, Citrix® XenServer™ and Microsoft® Windows Server 2012 with Hyper-V™) will also cater to all needs of a virtualised architecture.
In addition to bringing efficient multitasking operations, easy management and tons of features, the DS1513+ is designed to optimise data safety. Redundant system fans, multiple network ports with failover support, passive cooling technology on the CPU and hot-swappable hard drive design maximise system uptimes. Furthermore, DSM 4.2 enables Synology High Availability (SHA): if one NAS fails, another one can take over automatically, so small and medium businesses can now take advantage of the HA solution to ensure business continuity.
In addition, DSM 4.2 provides rich features to boost productivity and simplify tasks, all on a sleek interface optimised for multitasking. It has received numerous media accolades, including PC Mag Reader’s Choice.
Also, DS1513+ is the first Synology product that won’t have an installation disc provided. Instead, users can visit http://find.synology.com and download the correct software directly from the website. It’s easier, quicker and eco-friendly.
D-Link announced today that they are now shipping a full line of AC routers with a product offering at every major value point. Read on for details.
D-Link announced today that they are now shipping a full line of AC routers with a product offering at every major value point. Pricing starts at $80 for an entry-level AC router and climbs all the way to $170 for the top-of-the-line model. Here is the press release; all of these routers are available in retail right now:
D-Link Now Shipping New Lineup of 11AC Routers Catering to a Range of Customer Needs with Unmatched Speeds and Features
D-Link’s Four New Routers Offer a Full Range of 802.11AC Speeds Ideal for HD Video Streaming and Mobile Device Connectivity
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – May 14, 2013 – D-Link today announced it is now shipping a new line of AC Routers with the availability of the Wireless AC1750 Router (DIR-868L), Wireless AC1200 Router (DIR-860L), Wireless AC1000 Router (DIR-820L) and Wireless AC750 Router (DIR-810L). Offering next-generation Wi-Fi speeds, D-Link’s latest 802.11ac Routers deliver a range of wireless speeds and price points for creating a reliable and strong Wi-Fi home network ideal for HD video streaming, online gaming, and multiple user activities.
“Today’s average home now has more than 15 devices, oftentimes with multiple iPads, iPhones, as well as Android phones and tablets, and consumers are looking for the best in wireless connectivity to help deliver uninterrupted HD video streaming, online gaming and multiple user capabilities,” said Daniel Kelley, vice president of marketing, D-Link Systems, Inc. “With the introduction of the new 11AC Router line, D-Link provides next-generation wireless speeds to meet the needs of the digital home coupled with advanced remote management and sharing capabilities to better suit mobile lifestyles.”
The Wireless AC1750 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router and Wireless AC1200 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router deliver speeds of up to 1750Mbps (N450Mbps+AC1300Mbps) and 1200Mbps (N300 + AC867Mbps) respectively. In addition, the Wireless AC1000 Dual Band Cloud Router offers speeds of up to 1000Mbps (N300Mbps + AC650Mbps) and the Wireless AC750 Dual Band Cloud Router offers speeds of up to 750Mbps (N300Mbps + AC433Mbps). Eliminating Wi-Fi interference for faster and more reliable Internet, D-Link’s family of AC routers are equipped with Dual Band technology enabling users to perform simple Internet activities on the 2.4GHz band, and more demanding activities on the cleaner, interference free 5GHZ band. The routers are also backward compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n devices for seamless connectivity.
Offering easy remote network management, the Cloud Routers enable users to see what websites are being visited, block unwanted connections, and set up automatic email alerts when unauthorized connections are made on any iPhone®, iPad® or Android™ device with the free mydlink™ Lite app. In addition, the routers feature a USB port that works with the free SharePort™ mobile app, enabling users to stream and share photos, music and movie files directly to their mobile device1. The AC routers also support easy setup using a mobile phone or tablet with the free Quick Router Setup (QRS) app.
For fast wired connectivity, the Wireless AC1750 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router and AC1200 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router are equipped with four Gigabit Ethernet ports and the Wireless AC1000 Dual Band Cloud Router and AC750 Dual Band Cloud Router are equipped with four Fast Ethernet ports.
Availability and Pricing
The new line of AC routers will be available throughout D-Link’s vast network of retail and e-tail outlets in the United States. Detailed specifications and information are available online at www.dlink.com with street pricing as follows:
Wireless AC 1750 Dual Band Gigabit Cloud Router (DIR-868L) – $169.99
Wireless AC 1200 Dual Band Gigabit Router (DIR-860L) – $149.99
Wireless AC1000 Dual Band Cloud Router (DIR-820L) – $119.99
Wireless AC750 Dual Band Cloud Router (DIR-810L ) – $79.99
With D-Link now joining the AC routing party, there are now plenty of decent offerings from several vendors. Stay tuned for the conclusion of my Linksys AC1750 router review and some more good stuff on AC routing…
Bang & Olufsen recently rolled out two new premium BEOPLAY headphones, an in-ear model and an over-the-ear model, with a July 2013 availability date. Read on for details.
Bang & Olufsen recently rolled out two new premium BEOPLAY headphones, an in-ear model and an over-the-ear model, with a July 2013 availability date. Made from aluminum and leather, these are premium audio solutions and are priced accordingly. Check out this video:
Here is the press release:
B&O PLAY Launches Two New Sets of Premium Headphones with Optimized Music Performance
Challenging technological barriers to present a sound experience tailored for a life on the move
New York City, USA / Copenhagen, Denmark — May 08, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — B&O PLAY by BANG & OLUFSEN proudly announces the launch of two new headphones this July 2013. The headphones are significant as they combine quality craftsmanship with enduring materials and use the latest technology to make portable music sound better. BeoPlay H3 is a superior and comfortable in-ear headphone for people in action; and BeoPlay H6 is a super soft, flexible over-ear headphone. Both sets of headphones feature a sound performance that takes audio to another level.
B&O PLAY builds on core values of craftsmanship and technology for a new type of contemporary products, which deliver excellent high-quality music experiences and are optimized for a life on the move. Now, with the launch of the new BeoPlay H3 and BeoPlay H6, customers can experience state of the art technology that reproduces the original sound material as authentically as possible , even while they are on the go. Henrik Taudorf Lorensen, VP of B&O PLAY indicates, “A wide range of headphones on the market today compromise on quality and sound performance. In the making of BeoPlay H3 and H6, we’ve worked with professional sound technicians and studio musicians, to offer people a pristine sound experience in a package that is a delight to wear.”
Best in class audio performance
To get the best possible sound experience, B&O PLAY conducted extensive studies in the shape and curves of the human ear to find suitable geometries that minimize sound leakage and reveal all the fine details in the music at any given volume level.
BeoPlay H6 offers a truly natural and authentic sound performance with focus on getting a clear midrange and a balanced bass and treble performance. BeoPlay H6 is designed around 40 mm custom designed drivers with neodymium magnets that are perfectly angled to get the best distance and sound direction into the ears. BeoPlay H6 features an internal bass port to deliver a well-balanced bass performance in a closed headphone design.
BeoPlay H3 features a custom-designed 10,8 mm driver and the new Micro Bass Port for a dynamic and balanced full tone sound design. The structural rigidity of the aluminium body provides acoustic precision for a clear musical experience. Together with the 23 ventilation holes, BeoPlay H3 is tuned to deliver an unstrained open sound stage.
Craft in craftsmanship
BeoPlay H3 and H6 are made of anodized high-grade aluminium. With the long history of material excellence in aluminum, B&O PLAY is able to construct BeoPlay H3 and H6 to be surprisingly light, as well as robust and scratch-resistant. The housing of BeoPlay H3 is milled from a single block of high-grade solid aluminum. BeoPlay H6 has anodized aluminum on the adjustable slider arm and cover plate to complete the design with a final vibrant touch.
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