That means many Fortnite players will now have to pay $120 a year just to play on an Xbox console. Fortnite on PlayStation and Nintendo Switch is free, and even on Microsoft’s own Windows platform, it’s free to play. In fact, PC gamers playing Xbox Live-enabled games don’t even have to pay for Xbox Live Gold to access multiplayer. It’s a bizarre situation for Microsoft to knowingly place itself into. … [Read more...] about Microsoft risks a year of goodwill with its Xbox Live price hike
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My AirPods 3 wishlist: Everything I hope Apple changes this year
Apple may have the new AirPods 3 ready in 2021. After a year spent trapped in my house and trying to get work done, AirPods have become a practically essential tool. Lots of other excellent Bluetooth earbuds exist, but AirPods are still impressively instant and have really good microphones. Plus, being able to swap from one ear to another has helped me extend battery life by one-earing my way through long meetings. … [Read more...] about My AirPods 3 wishlist: Everything I hope Apple changes this year
TikTok temporarily banned in Italy following death of young girl
Clean and clear and under control Build your own phone cleaning kit without breaking the bank We use our phones everywhere and expose them to all kinds of nastiness, germs, and viruses. But you can easily purify your device with these affordable cleaning supplies. … [Read more...] about TikTok temporarily banned in Italy following death of young girl
Russia blamed for SolarWinds hack in joint FBI, NSA and CISA statement
Advanced persistent threats are hacking groups identified by cybersecurity experts and government intelligence agencies that appear to have significant resources and skills, and are frequently affiliated with a nation-state. Tuesday's statement didn't attribute the SolarWinds hack to a specific APT, but government sources have reportedly blamed APT29, nicknamed Cozy Bear, for the attack. … [Read more...] about Russia blamed for SolarWinds hack in joint FBI, NSA and CISA statement
Preorder the 2020 iPad and iPad Air: Here’s how to get Apple’s new tablets
This story is part of Apple Event, our full coverage of the latest news from Apple headquarters. At Tuesday's Apple event, Tim Cook introduced two new iPads: a new entry-level model, the eighth-generation 10.2-inch iPad, and a new, larger and more expensive iPad Air featuring a 10.9-inch display, A14 Bionic chip and an enhanced version of Touch ID. The new models are available now for preorder, and Apple said the 2020 iPad would begin shipping on Friday, Sept. 18, with the 2020 iPad Air following "in October." … [Read more...] about Preorder the 2020 iPad and iPad Air: Here’s how to get Apple’s new tablets