Obsidian Entertainment has released a roadmap for Avowed, just in time for you to finish up Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. The studio has revealed what players can look forward to in the Living Lands with the release of the May 2025 1.4 update and what’s coming next. Much of the new content deals with quality-of-life efforts and a focus on implementing more content for those who have completed their adventure.According to the company’s statement regarding the new content, the improvements were greatly influenced by the Avowed community’s “continued reports, feedback, and suggestions.” Check out the big plans Obsidian has planned for Avowed below. May 2025 The 1.4 update rolled out on Friday, May 15, and focused on fog of war improvements, map exploration, increased gold and crafting materials, soul pods, and unique gear. Additionally, Obsidian added keyboard and mouse support for Xbox players, new optional settings for chests to appear on the minimap, power attacks for the bow and arquebus, and even an arachnophobia mode that replaces the sinister and petrifying spiders with “floating orbs that still pack a punch.” But that’s not all; Obsidian tackled more bugs, crashes, glitches, and exploits in the new update, the full details of which can be found here. Summer 2025 An update planned for the upcoming hot summer months will improve cooking and crafting, piggybacking off the 1.3.1 update. The summer patch will also bring new NPC behaviors and abilities, active and passive abilities, unique weapons and armor, and custom map markers for exploration. Fall 2025 This fall, the Avowed community will be finally treated to a new game plus feature, breathing a second life into the action RPG title. Along with new game plus, the fall 2025 update will include new weapon types, the ability to change appearances in the wild, new character presets, more Godlike presets, and photo mode — because if you don’t have a picture, did it really happen? Beyond(?) It’s unclear whether the game will continue to receive major content in 2026. However, Obsidian did call attention to its plans for localizing Avowed for Korean and Japanese audiences, as well as ongoing improvements for French-speaking regions, all available at a future and unnamed date. Avowed was released in February 2025 and may have been more recently overshadowed by show-stealing titles such as Oblivion and Expedition 33, both which released in April. But, with major update commitments, it appears Avowed will be ready for you when you return from Cyrodiil and Lumière, respectively. Are you looking forward to picking Avowed back up, or trying this game for the first time? Let us know!

The worst nightmare of all those who fight for Managed Democracy has been made a grim reality. Play Video Despite the valiant efforts of our Helldivers to push back the fleet, the Illuminate have reached Super Earth. Now they are swarming our cities, terrorizing citizens, and destroying our infrastructure. It’s time to rise up and take arms and fight for the precious foundations and soil of Democracy manifest. Helldivers, return to our planet and defend what is rightfully ours. Super Earth… our home The urban sprawl of Super Earth is the site of the conflict. Fight among the towering skyscrapers and crowded streets of our home turf as the Illuminate rain down destruction all around you. Inside the city biomes, you will tackle operations and work to liberate cities together, having a significant impact on planetary campaigns. Repel the invasion The Helldivers are tasked with a new objective: to repel the Illuminate invasion by gaining ground over the squids as they fight to control areas where the fleet is landing. It won’t be a walk in the park, divers. Like a game of intergalactic tug-of-war, you will struggle against the incoming forces, gaining and losing control quickly. Arm the cannons Even in the face of such danger, we are not helpless, and all is not lost. The might of Super Earth’s arsenal lies hidden beneath our peaceful, democratic streets. With your help, we must activate our Planetary Defense Cannons and take down the Illuminate fleet in a grand show of power. Call for backup It’s all hands on deck as you encounter SEAF troops who will help join the fight to defend our Freedom. These small squads will fight enemies on their own, or they can be ordered to follow Helldivers and provide temporary backup as you navigate toward objectives. Salute and lead them on the path to victory, divers! Protect citizens However, you must also be aware of the many civilians still roaming the streets, fearing for their lives. They may be panicked, Helldivers, but it is your sworn duty to keep them safe and they look to you as the ultimate protectors of liberty. Remember: any civilian lives lost from friendly fire will be punished. Prepare for the fight Last week, we released a powerful primary weapon customization system and expanded surplus options to fight against the Illuminate as they emerged from the singularity. Now that you have learned the tactics of these new squid troops–like the Crescent Overseer and the hulking Fleshmob–you must master these tools to continue the fight on Super Earth. Use every available resource, divers, and decimate their forces! Our major update, Heart of Democracy, is now live. Helldivers, to your hellpods immediately! Citizens, enlistment centers will remain open for recruitment. The battle for Super Earth has begun. Internet Connection and Helldivers 2 game required for update.

NVIDIA is highlighting significant momentum for its new Grace CPU C1 this week at the COMPUTEX trade show in Taipei, with a strong showing of support from key original design manufacturer partners. The expanding NVIDIA Grace CPU lineup, including the powerful NVIDIA Grace Hopper Superchip and the flagship Grace Blackwell platform, is delivering significant efficiency and performance gains for major enterprises tackling demanding AI workloads. As AI continues its rapid advancement, power efficiency has become a critical factor in data center design for applications ranging from large language models to complex simulations. The NVIDIA Grace architecture is directly addressing this challenge. NVIDIA Grace Blackwell NVL72, a rack-scale system integrating 36 NVIDIA Grace CPUs and 72 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs, is being adopted by major cloud providers to accelerate AI training and inference, including complex reasoning and physical AI tasks. The NVIDIA Grace architecture now comes in two key configurations: the dual-CPU Grace Superchip and the new single-CPU Grace CPU C1. The C1 variant is gaining significant traction in edge, telco, storage and cloud deployments where maximizing performance per watt is paramount. The Grace CPU C1 boasts a claimed 2x improvement in energy efficiency compared with traditional CPUs, a vital advantage in distributed and power-constrained environments. Leading manufacturers like Foxconn, Jabil, Lanner, MiTAC Computing, Supermicro and Quanta Cloud Technology support this momentum, developing systems using the Grace CPU C1’s capabilities. In the telco space, the NVIDIA Compact Aerial RAN Computer, which combines the Grace CPU C1 with an NVIDIA L4 GPU and NVIDIA ConnectX-7 SmartNIC, is gaining traction as a platform for distributed AI-RAN, meeting the power, performance and size requirements for deployment at cell sites. NVIDIA Grace is also finding a home in storage solutions, with WEKA and Supermicro deploying it for its high performance and memory bandwidth. Real-World Impact NVIDIA Grace’s benefits aren’t theoretical — they’re tangible in real-world deployments: ExxonMobil is using Grace Hopper for seismic imaging, crunching massive datasets to gain insights on subsurface features and geological formations. Meta is deploying Grace Hopper for ad serving and filtering, using the high-bandwidth NVIDIA NVLink-C2C interconnect between the CPU and GPU to manage enormous recommendation tables. High-performance computing centers such as the Texas Advanced Computing Center and Taiwan’s National Center for High-Performance Computing are using the Grace CPU in their systems for AI and simulation to advance research. Learn more about the latest AI advancements at NVIDIA GTC Taipei, running May 21-22 at COMPUTEX.

Third-person viewpoints have become fairly common in most mainstream video games. This, coupled with the open-world genre being as popular as it is, makes it clear why fans love the combination of both elements to make for a riveting video gaming experience.

The Warden is one of the deadliest Minecraft mobs in the game, but it's actually not supposed to be treated like a boss. The best way to deal with the Minecraft Warden is to sneak around and avoid it, so that you can access valuable Ancient City loot. However, if you find yourself curious and wanting to look him in the eye, this guide will detail which Minecraft biomes to find him in, how to spawn him, and how to beat him if running away isn't as successful as you'd like it to be.Table of Contents [hide]How to find the WardenHow to find the WardenThe Warden will spawn in Deep Dark caves, and you'll be able to tell if you're in an area where he can appear, as there'll be a lot of Sculk littering the ground and walls. Sculk is a deep midnight-blue block with flecks of electric blue. It starts off sparsely dotted around, but as the cave opens up, it becomes very dense and is joined by Sculk Sensors and Sculk Shriekers.The Warden will rise out of the ground when triggered.The Warden doesn't automatically spawn in these areas, though. Instead, a player needs to trigger four Sculk Shriekers. You'll know the Shrieker has been activated as blue sonar waves will be emitted from it. To trigger one, you need to directly step on a Sculk Sensor or cause a vibration by moving or interacting with something close to it. The sensor will then send a signal to the Shrieker, which will make a loud noise. After triggering the Shrieker, or any Shrieker, four times, a Warden will rise from the ground, and the surrounding area will get darker.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Laps Games, a Turkey-based independent game studio with three developers, has announced its new medieval fantasy sandbox RPG, Valorborn. It is set in a vast, open world that will offer you both endless adventures and hidden dangers. The game allows you to create a personalized appearance with its customization system, setting hairstyle, physique, and background story for the character. You can create your own hero or assemble a complete group and play with multiple characters at the same time. If you choose the latter approach, you can let each character create their own story at the same time, exploring different places and shaping unique destinies at once. There are various roles to take, like hunter, warrior, noble, rogue, assassin. Every building and cave you see in this dynamic world is functional rather than decorative. You can enter them and explore every interior part for some hidden lore or loot. Laps GamesBuilding and crafting are major parts of the gameplay. You can roam freely to gather the materials needed for crafting. "Rent houses in bustling towns and transform them into cozy homes, or set up temporary camps in the wilderness to rest during your adventures," reads the game description. Every action in the game will count for experience, which will lead to more skills.  Valorborn is scheduled to be released in early Access next month, with the release date to be revealed later. If you're looking for a survival RPG, don't hesitate to wishlist the game on Steam and follow the developers on X/Twitter. Laps GamesLaps GamesLaps GamesThis is the second game from Laps Games, whose debut title, Land of the Vikings, was released in October 2023 and received positive reviews on Steam. Don't forget to join our 80 Level Talent platform and our new Discord server, follow us on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Telegram, TikTok, and Threads, where we share breakdowns, the latest news, awesome artworks, and more.

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Designing for the British Pavilion at the Venice Architecture Biennale is never simply about surface-level graphics. For TEMPLO, now in its third year collaborating with the British Council on the project, it's become an exercise in turning complex political, historical, and geological themes into a rich, resonant visual language. This year's exhibition – GBR – Geology of Britannic Repair –is no exception. Curated by Jayden Ali, Meneesha Kellay, Victoria Broackes, and Rashid Ali, and with architecture by Nairobi-based cave_bureau, the 2025 Pavilion delves into ideas of extractivism, colonial legacies, and geopolitical fragmentation. It casts architecture not just as a practice of form but of land and memory (what the curators describe as an "earth practice"). TEMPLO's response is a brand identity that mirrors these themes in every detail, from tectonic type to movement-led visuals. It's an approach built not around a traditional logo-first mindset but through what managing director Anoushka Rodda calls a "graphic toolbox". It's flexible enough to span everything from wayfinding signage and social media posts to films, merchandise, and even sound. "Over our three years of working with the British Council in Venice, we've developed a deeply collaborative and interpretative approach," says Anoushka. "That requires a very close working relationship, which we built with an initial workshop and then regular catch-ups with the curatorial team." The result is an identity that doesn't shy away from complexity but embraces it. At its core is the symbolism of the Rift Valley, one of the most significant geological formations on Earth and a site rich with colonial, ecological, and geopolitical resonance. "Given the exhibition's thematic anchor in the Rift Valley, we had to develop an engaging and accessible visual system that could communicate multi-faceted and complex ideas, which could be all too easy to caricature," says co-founder and creative director Pali Palavathanan. The Rift Valley offered both metaphorical weight and formal inspiration for the project. Typography, in particular, was key, and the team began with a sharp, authoritative serif, which is a deliberate nod to imperial structures and colonial architecture. Through a process of carefully chipping away, serifs were softened, and corners were bevelled. The result is a custom treatment that feels weathered, precise and grounded. This softened, fragmented type treatment takes cues directly from the Pavilion's architecture. The British Pavilion's façade, typically defined by its neoclassical columns, has been veiled in a beaded skin by cave_bureau, crafted from agricultural waste, clay from Kenya and India, and shards of red glass. Inspired by Maasai manyatta dwellings, the veil transforms the building's tone from dominant to open, echoing the Pavilion's thematic commitment to repair and transformation. "We wanted to reflect this effect in the identity," says Pali. "So we chose a sharp-edged, authoritative typeface that conveys an impression of imperiousness – colonial authority, almost – which we then 'softened' by bevelling the edges, trimming the serifs and corners to create something more organic, earthy and geographic." Colour also plays a quiet but powerful role. Rather than using overt national or cultural motifs, TEMPLO wove in subtle references to Kenya, an intentional move given that the British Pavilion is part of the British Council's Year of Kenya season. Earthy tones inspired by the Kenyan flag lend the identity warmth and weight without leaning on cliché or pastiche. Movement truly brings the identity to life through type that fractures, shifts, pulls apart and converges. These tectonic actions are present both literally and symbolically, animated in digital formats and implied through dimensional perspective in static applications. "Movement was something that emerged organically early in the process," says Pali. "It soon became clear that movement is integral to the concept of architecture as earth practice, to the tectonic actions of the earth in forming the Rift Valley – the shifting of tectonic plates, the pulling apart and coming together – and to the extractive actions of humans upon the land." The effect is one of tension and possibility: a visual system always on the brink of something, whether it's collapse, repair, destruction, or reformation. That energy carries through all aspects of the campaign, from animated posters and online videos to physical lanyards and in-situ signage. "We are creating a digital campaign of film, audio and social media content for the world to experience, which to us is just as important as the experience in Venice," says Anoushka. Ensuring that cohesion across such a broad spectrum of media is no small task, but for TEMPLO, the answer was to resist the temptation of leading with a static mark. "If you start with a logo and treat everything else as secondary, it's easy to end up with something incoherent or introduce weaker visual elements," Anoushka continues. "But by transforming thematic ideas into a graphic toolbox that can be used to create brand elements of every kind – whether that's the logo, a piece of exhibition signage, a lanyard, or a piece of digital film – the identity becomes expansive, not restrictive." As with much of TEMPLO's work, the personal undercurrents are strong. The agency has long engaged with issues of climate justice, cultural restitution, and postcolonial narratives, but this year's Pavilion feels especially aligned. "Climate change and colonialism are at the heart of what we do," says Pali. "The curators' interests map perfectly onto our own values and personal stories. The Rift Valley begins in Lebanon, where Anoushka has roots, and my family came to the UK from a village in Sri Lanka that was used as a source for extraction." That emotional connection added extra weight to the Pavilion's opening, where the curators dedicated the space to colonised peoples (past and present) from Kenya to Palestine. For TEMPLO, it affirmed the value of design that moves beyond visual language into something more civic, ethical, and effective. "The British Pavilion is always about much more than architecture; it provides a platform for unheard voices and alternative perspectives," says Anoushka. "That's what drives us as an agency to continue to want to collaborate with the British Council – there's a consistent bravery to what they do." In Geology of Britannic Repair, that bravery takes shape through topography and typography, fracture and form, a quietly radical reimagining of what national representation at Venice can be. For TEMPLO, it's not about spectacle. It's about systems that move – across media, meanings, and geographies – with care, clarity, and conscience.

When we launched Badberries a year ago, I thought I understood what challenges we’d face. Finding clients. Creating standout work. Building our reputation. Yes, these were true. But what I’ve come to realise is that the heart of all these challenges revolves around a single question: where do we invest our time? The invisible client that never sleeps Every agency has two distinct sides that constantly compete for attention. The first is client delivery – the work that pays bills and builds reputation. The second is the business itself – operations, growth, and longevity. I’ve started thinking of this second side as our “invisible client.” Like any client, it has deadlines, demands, and deliverables. But unlike external clients, this one never stops needing attention, never wraps a project, and never takes a holiday. The challenge? If you neglect client work, you have no income. If you neglect the invisible client, you have no future. Complementary founders as strategic advantage Recognising this tension early was crucial to our survival. As managing director with a background in complex agency projects, I bring planning and operational expertise. Meanwhile Dani Wolf, our creative director and my co-founder, ensures our output remains distinctive and compelling. Together, we lead a team of designers who execute our vision for clients. This complementary partnership has been fundamental to our success. When we first discussed starting the studio, Dani appreciated my approach, recognising how proper structure could give the creative work room to flourish. He saw how systems would help us be more efficient, meet deadlines consistently, improve collaboration and help the creative process flow better. This balance allows us to serve both our visible and invisible clients more effectively than either of us could alone. When urgent client needs arise, we can divide and conquer, one of us focusing on delivery while the other keeps our business moving forward. Time as investment currency In a service business where we essentially buy time – from ourselves and our team – and sell it to clients, we’ve learnt to think of time allocation as investment decisions. This may sound very dry, but it’s necessity to recognise it. In the creative industry, there are typically two pricing approaches: value-based and time-based. Value-based pricing operates on the principle that the worth of the work transcends the time invested in creating it. There’s a famous anecdote about Paula Scher, the legendary Pentagram designer, who reportedly designed the Citibank logo during a meeting on a napkin. As she famously said, “It took me a few seconds to draw it, but it took me 34 years to learn how to draw it in a few seconds.” “The main question isn’t how to manage time, it’s how to invest it wisely.” As a new business, we made the conscious decision to adopt time-based pricing. Not because we don’t value our work, but because it creates transparency with clients while protecting us from scope creep. It’s given us the clarity and flexibility needed in our first year, allowing us to be agile while maintaining healthy margins. More importantly, it’s forced us to be intentional about where we invest non-billable hours. When you track time meticulously, you quickly see which activities generate returns and which don’t. The art of delegation One of our biggest time management lessons has been understanding what to outsource and what to handle ourselves. The equation isn’t simply about cost, it’s about strategic focus. We quickly outsourced accounting and legal services, areas where mistakes would be costly and specialised expertise is essential. This decision, while an investment, freed mental space and reduced stress considerably. For marketing, our approach has evolved. We initially outsourced social media management but brought it back in-house when we realised we were still finding our voice. Conversely, hiring a PR specialist to build brand awareness has been transformative precisely because it’s a specialised skill neither of us possesses. The question isn’t what can we afford to outsource? It’s what can we afford not to outsource if we want to grow? Beyond billable hours Six months into our journey, we faced an uncomfortable truth – while we were steadily winning client work, these projects had limited portfolio potential. This realisation sparked a multi-pronged approach. First, we became more intentional about which client projects we pursued, weighing creative potential alongside financial return. Sometimes a smaller budget project with greater creative freedom became a better long-term investment than a larger but creatively constrained opportunity. Second, we carved out specific time for “studio projects” – self-initiated work that might not generate immediate revenue but would demonstrate our capabilities, showcase our passions as a business, and attract the type of clients we ultimately wanted. Fluid time allocation What we’ve ultimately learnt is that time allocation isn’t about rigid formulas, it’s about maintaining a fluid, responsive approach while never losing sight of both sides of the business. Our approach continues to mature. Some weeks demand intense focus on client delivery; others allow more investment in the invisible client. The key isn’t perfect balance in any given week, but ensuring that neither side gets neglected over the longer term. This fluidity extends to how we work as founders and how we blend our work and personal lives. Dani, a morning person, starts early when he’s most energised. As a night owl, I often put in hours after my son’s bedtime. We’ve even started taking a couple of weekend hours to plan the week ahead, as we found weekdays often began with immediate client needs that left no space for strategic thinking. I’m not advocating for poor boundaries. But as founders, finding the rhythm that works for your life circumstances is essential. Another lesson our invisible client has taught us. Looking forward A year in, we’re still refining this balance. But we’ve learned that the main question isn’t how to manage time, it’s how to invest it wisely across both sides of our business. For those starting their own creative venture, recognise early that your invisible client demands as much strategic thinking as any external project. Build systems that acknowledge both sides need nurturing, be intentional about outsourcing, and remember that sometimes the most valuable hours you spend won’t appear on any client invoice. Natasha Szczerb is managing director and co-founder of design and branding studio Badberries. Industries in this article Recent Jobs

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SAG-AFTRA has filed a labor complaint against Fortnite developer Epic Games, alleging the game improperly used AI to replicate James Earl Jones' Darth Vader voice without bargaining with the union, despite the estate's approval. Gizmodo reports: The union has now filed an unfair labor practice charge (link to the PDF is on the SAG-AFTRA website) that calls out "Fortnite's signatory company, Llama Productions" for "[replacing] the work of human performers with AI technology" without "providing any notice of their intent to do this and without bargaining with us over appropriate terms." The union notes that it's not against the general idea here: "We celebrate the right of our members and their estates to control the use of their digital replicas and welcome the use of new technologies to allow new generations to share in the enjoyment of those legacies and renowned roles." The problem is that the AI being used here makes human voice actors obsolete, and "we must protect our right to bargain terms and conditions around uses of voice that replace the work of our members, including those who previously did the work of matching Darth Vader's iconic rhythm and tone in video games." So far there's been no response from Epic Games on the filing. The Hollywood Reporter notes that despite the SAG-AFTRA's still-ongoing Interactive Media Agreement strike, which has been stuck for months on negotiating "AI protections for voice actors in video games," actors can actually work on Fortnite without violating the strike, since the game falls under an exception for titles that were in production before August 2023. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Windows 11 vs 10 vs 8.1? Users overwhelmingly feel Microsoft's modern OS is worst for old PC Sayan Sen Neowin @ssc_combater007 · May 20, 2025 05:16 EDT Microsoft likes to pat itself on the back from time to time, but let's be honest, there is nothing wrong with it. They say "love yourselves," and Microsoft does just that, just like any other company out there. Last month, Microsoft went on to explain how it relied on its own "design instinct" rather than "user feedback alone" to make the modern Windows as "special" as it is. And more recently, a senior engineer talked about how even smaller elements on the Windows OS, like the clipboard, are designed to be high-performance. This post, coincidentally, was made just a few days after we reported on the user dissatisfaction regarding the performance of Windows 11 despite Microsoft actually boosting the performance. Many users still feel Windows 11's performance optimization leaves a lot to be desired. Even if the performance differences may not reflect in benchmarks, people often claim they feel the new OS is sluggish. A recent post on the r/Windows subreddit piqued my interest. The thread was about the fastest Windows OS on an older spinning drive like a hard disk drive (HDD), and perhaps a bit surprisingly, Windows 8.1 was overwhelmingly upvoted by most users as the last modern Windows OS that was still quick on a system still sporting an HDD. The discussion was started by a user named PJs_Asphalt, and they wondered if there was anything better than Windows 8.1 for their 2008 Lenovo ThinkPad laptop that sports a Core 2 Duo (dual core), 8 GB RAM, and a Toshiba HDD. At the time of writing, the post has been upvoted by over 400 people, with most saying either Windows 8 or 8.1 is still the best thing for older, weaker systems. It is certainly true that Windows 10 and especially Windows 11 are quite heavy on the I/O side, and there was even a rumor that Microsoft would make SSDs the minimum storage requirement for Windows 11. This certainly becomes quite relevant given that Microsoft is constantly reminding users about the end of support for Windows 10 that is fast approaching, and thus, many systems like the one above won't be officially supported on Windows 11. So they could either stick to Windows 8/8.1 or 10 and be at risk, or move to Linux. If you're looking to do the latter, a Linux-backed project called "Endof10" may help. Tags Report a problem with article Follow @NeowinFeed

You likely already know EZVIZ for its innovative smart home security solutions. It has become one of the leading brands in the space, offering quality solutions to suit every home. However, you might not have heard about its sustainability efforts. The brand is committed to making its products as green as possible, both in the immediate term and in the future. What is EZVIZ doing to improve sustainability? EZVIZ has a long-term initiative dedicated to sustainability called EZVIZ Green. It’s a two-pronged approach that includes both product design and collaborative campaigns to further offset emissions. Starting with the products themselves, EZVIZ incorporates a number of eco-friendly measures that are both convenient for users and help to reduce the impact on the environment. For instance, EZVIZ has reduced plastic usage throughout the entire product cycle, from the packaging materials to the products themselves. Many EZVIZ cameras are compatible with solar panels to reduce the reliance on conventional power sources, and you can even take things a step further, opting to power your entire smart home with solar energy. The products also use highly efficient components to reduce power consumption, and are designed to be durable and updatable. EZVIZ pushes over-the-air updates to all of its products. So even if they’ve been on the market for a while, products continue to receive the latest features and security updates. Effectively, it means customers can keep using the same cameras for longer, both saving them money and reducing e-waste. EZVIZ In addition, EZVIZ has a partnership with an organisation called Treedom. Funded by the sales of EZVIZ Green products, they grow an average of two trees per day as part of a global forest plan. The trees are carefully selected by working with local experts and farmers to bring as many benefits as possible to the local ecosystem, and the progress is tracked online, so you can watch the impact of the campaign in real time. EZVIZ encourages customers to participate in its sustainability efforts by promoting its #GreenerWithEZVIZ campaign. When choosing an EZVIZ green-labelled product, customers are invited to join the tree-planting efforts to make a real impact across the globe. How can battery-powered cameras be better for the environment? The EZVIZ Green initiative starts with product design, and battery-powered EZVIZ cameras are a key part of this plan. EZVIZ battery cameras incorporate a technology called AOV (Always-On Video) which uses battery power more intelligently. It allows the camera to record 24/7 while reducing energy waste and extending battery life. It’s both better for the environment and also makes the products more convenient for the user. EZVIZ incorporates plenty of other eco-friendly technologies to further its sustainable goals, too. For instance, ColorFULL tech allows for high-quality color night vision, without disturbing the local environment with additional light pollution. In addition, the energy-efficient components used in EZVIZ products help to cut down on power usage. The batteries are designed to last as long as possible. Not only in terms of endurance, wherein they don’t need to be charged as frequently, but also in terms of lifecycle. When buying an EZVIZ product, you can rest assured that it’s designed to keep working in the long term. Frequent OTA updates also keep EZVIZ battery cameras feeling fresh, with all the latest features, so users can go for longer without needing to upgrade to a newer model. It’s easier on the wallet, it’s less hassle, and it’s better for the environment. As mentioned earlier, many EZVIZ cameras are compatible with solar panels, which means they can be charged using the power of the sun, rather than charging from the mains, which can contribute to carbon emissions. If you’re interested in picking up an eco-friendly EZVIZ smart camera, here are a few that we’d recommend checking out: EZVIZ CB8 Lite Outdoor PT Battery Camera EZVIZ The CB8 Lite is the perfect solution for users who want a budget-friendly camera that doesn’t sacrifice features. It has pan and tilt functionality, all-day AOV recording and color night vision. Of course, it’s also compatible with solar panels, so you can achieve your security goals and your sustainability goals in one go. Learn more about the EZVIZ CB8 Lite. EZVIZ CB5 Battery Camera EZVIZ The EZVIZ CB5 has a built-in solar panel, so it’s one of the easiest ways to get started with a green approach to home security. It also has an incredibly clear 4K resolution, making it one of the highest-resolution security cameras on the market. Combine that with AOV technology, which can record all day without sacrificing so much battery life, and you’ve got a very tempting camera. Learn more about the EZVIZ CB5. EZVIZ CB90x Dual 4G Battery Camera with Solar Panel Kit EZVIZ The CB90x Dual is an ingenious solution that incorporates dual pan-and-tilt cameras to cover a massive area using a single product. It also boasts 4G wireless connectivity, so you can install it anywhere, and you won’t need to worry about wires or Wi-Fi range. It’s the first camera of its kind to offer seamless switching between Wi-Fi and 4G connectivity, ensuring reliable video capture in all conditions. What’s more, ColorFULL tech means that it can see in the dark without creating any light pollution. The EZVIZ CB90x Dual 4G Kit will debut in June 2025. Stay tuned for more details on this amazing all-rounder.

Posted on : May 20, 2025 By Tech World Times General  Rate this post In the world of motorsports, Jann Mardenborough has established himself as a talented driver. His height might also have an impact on his racing career, even though his driving prowess and perseverance are unquestionably important components of his success. The Science of Height in Racing: The Impact of Physical Features on Performance A racer’s height can have a big impact on their performance because it affects things like visibility, weight distribution, and vehicle ergonomics. While shorter drivers may benefit from weight savings, taller drivers may find it difficult to fit comfortably in smaller cockpits. Because it influences the driver’s center of gravity and overall aerodynamics, research shows that the optimal height for racing frequently falls within a particular range.An Overview of the Racing Icon, Jann Mardenborough Because of his upbringing and life experiences, Mardenborough has a unique perspective on racing and is able to use his physical attributes to his advantage when he takes to the track. Aspiring racers can draw inspiration from his story, which shows that despite physical limitations, passion and perseverance can lead to success.Driving Dynamics: The Effects of Height on Control and Handling Because of his unusual size, Mardenborough has been able to hone a driving style that plays to his advantage. In racing, height can be both a challenge and an advantage, as demonstrated by his ability to modify his technique in response to the dynamics of the car.The Impact of Height on Vehicle Design and Team Dynamics The experience of Mardenborough emphasizes how crucial it is for drivers and their teams to work together. Teams can develop more specialized strategies that improve overall track efficiency by knowing how height affects car performance and design.Overcoming Obstacles: How Mardenborough Converts Height-Related Drawbacks into Advantages He has become a role model for many in the sport by using his special perspective and abilities to demonstrate how willpower and strategic thinking can overcome physical limitations.Tech World TimesTech World Times (TWT), a global collective focusing on the latest tech news and trends in blockchain, Fintech, Development & Testing, AI and Startups. If you are looking for the guest post then contact at techworldtimes@gmail.com

Qualcomm may be best known for powering smartphones, but at the Computex trade show in Taiwan, the US chip vendor came to talk about Windows PCs and its play for a market that’s long been dominated by Intel and AMD. “We’re going to be in the PC market forever,” said Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon. In a keynote, Amon detailed the company’s progress over the past year since it made a major push to sell Snapdragon X-powered Windows laptops. “We’ve very happy with the traction so far,” he said. “We have now over 85 plus [PC] designs that have launched or are in development."The goal is to release 100+ product models by next year, giving consumers more choice for their next laptop purchases. In a shot at Intel and AMD, Amon also said Qualcomm entered the Windows PC business after Microsoft came to the company with a “desire to restore the performance and innovation leadership to the Windows ecosystem.”(Credit: Qualcomm)One of Amon’s major announcements was that Qualcomm plans on expanding its Windows laptop focus to businesses and enterprises. He’s also betting that artificial intelligence, including on-device AI, will become so important to users that the technology will act like an operating system, rather than merely as a software tool or application. Recommended by Our EditorsQualcomm’s Snapdragon X chips were designed to outperform rival silicon from Intel, AMD, and even Apple in terms of both performance, on-device AI workloads, and battery life. Still, one key challenge facing Arm-based laptops is software compatibility since existing Windows programs were built for x86 chips from Intel and AMD, rather than Qualcomm processors.But in his keynote, Amon highlighted the surge in native Windows apps built for Arm-based chips. “We have 1,400 games that are running and optimized on Snapdragon. And we’re working with all the top global gaming studios,” he said, adding that Fortnite is on the way too. Amon also noted: “93% of the users’ time using those devices are now on native experiences.” The remaining time is spent using an emulator to run x86 Windows apps. Qualcomm and its partners plan on showing off some of their upcoming Snapdragon Windows laptops at Computex. So stay tuned for our coverage.

Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle, Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle.If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the end of this article for today's Connections solution. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.What is Connections?The NYT's latest daily word game has become a social media hit. The Times credits associate puzzle editor Wyna Liu with helping to create the new word game and bringing it to the publications' Games section. Connections can be played on both web browsers and mobile devices and require players to group four words that share something in common.Each puzzle features 16 words and each grouping of words is split into four categories. These sets could comprise of anything from book titles, software, country names, etc. Even though multiple words will seem like they fit together, there's only one correct answer.If a player gets all four words in a set correct, those words are removed from the board. Guess wrong and it counts as a mistake—players get up to four mistakes until the game ends.Players can also rearrange and shuffle the board to make spotting connections easier. Additionally, each group is color-coded with yellow being the easiest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like Wordle, you can share the results with your friends on social media. SEE ALSO: NYT's The Mini crossword answers for May 20 Here's a hint for today's Connections categoriesWant a hint about the categories without being told the categories? Then give these a try: Mashable Top Stories Stay connected with the hottest stories of the day and the latest entertainment news. Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories newsletter By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Thanks for signing up! Yellow: A balance sheetGreen: Associated with farmingBlue: Known for solving mysteriesPurple: Things you sleep on Featured Video For You Connections: How to play and how to win Here are today's Connections categoriesNeed a little extra help? Today's connections fall into the following categories:Yellow: Account bookGreen: Seen in a barnBlue:Detectives of kid-litPurple: Words before "Bed"Looking for Wordle today? Here's the answer to today's Wordle.Ready for the answers? This is your last chance to turn back and solve today's puzzle before we reveal the solutions.Drumroll, please!The solution to today's Connections #709 is...What is the answer to Connections todayAccount book: LEDGER, LOG, RECORD, REGISTERSeen in a barn: BALE, HORSE, PITCHFORK, TROUGHDetectives of kid-lit: BROWN, DREW, HARDY, HOLMESWords before "Bed": CANOPY, DAY, MURPHY, WATERDon't feel down if you didn't manage to guess it this time. There will be new Connections for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we'll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today's Strands.If you're looking for more puzzles, Mashable's got games now! Check out our games hub for Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more.Not the day you're after? Here's the solution to yesterday's Connections. Topics Connections

Cette tribune paraît dans « Le Monde de l’éducation ». Si vous êtes abonné au Monde, vous pouvez vous inscrire à cette lettre hebdomadaire en suivant ce lien. « Intelligence artificielle » est la formule reine de l’année. Plus tout à fait pour désigner l’ambitieux programme de recherche, qui porta ce nom dans le sillage du mathématicien britannique Alan Turing, mais plutôt comme label d’applications à fort potentiel commercial que cette recherche a suscitées. Et surtout, « IA », comme jadis la « fée Electricité », a acquis dans l’imaginaire commun le statut de vérité technique de notre temps, de médium universel, qui ne peut pas ne pas Le défi, face à une telle image, est d’échapper à sa puissance de paralysie intellectuelle, de continuer à penser ses propres activités et à en envisager les nécessaires perfectionnements indépendamment de la prétendue technique absolue de l’âge contemporain. Ainsi de l’enseignement scolaire. S’il faut résister à la tentation de ramener tout le discours sur l’innovation en matière scolaire à la seule IA, ce n’est pas par hostilité à l’innovation technique, ni non plus au nom d’une prétendue intelligence naturelle, mais au contraire parce que l’éducation, en général, et l’enseignement, en particulier, sont techniques par essence. Il faut donc aller au rebours de la tendance actuelle, conformiste et intellectuellement indigente du ministère et de différentes autorités de l’institution scolaire, dont la question obsessionnelle est celle de la place à faire aux applications de l’IA dans la pratique des élèves et des professeurs. Il faut encore moins suivre la pente de la démagogie qui consiste à cibler un prétendu retard des professeurs sur leurs élèves quant à l’usage de l’IA. Un propos vraiment pensé et non copié Prenons le cas de la philosophie. Par-delà l’usage à faire ou à ne pas faire du mot « intelligence », si les professeurs de philosophie sont si embarrassés aujourd’hui par la banalisation de l’usage des applications d’intelligence artificielle générative, ce n’est pas par une sorte d’hostilité arriérée et jalouse envers un dispositif machinique capable de produire des dissertations comme en feraient les plus excellents élèves ou étudiants. Ce n’est pas, non plus, par un manque d’imagination ou un excès d’esprit routinier. C’est seulement qu’ils constatent qu’un certain usage de l’outil empêche purement et simplement de réaliser l’acte philosophique d’élaborer un problème et d’en déployer les différentes dimensions. Il vous reste 47.38% de cet article à lire. La suite est réservée aux abonnés.

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I reported in my Notepad newsletter earlier this month that Microsoft was getting ready to host Elon Musk’s Grok AI models, and now it’s official. At Microsoft’s Build developer conference today, the company confirmed it’s expanding its Azure AI Foundry models list to include Grok 3 and Grok 3 mini from xAI.“These models will have all the service level agreements (SLAs) Azure customers expect from any Microsoft product,” says Microsoft. The Grok AI models will be hosted and billed directly by Microsoft, and offered to its own product teams and customers through its Azure AI Foundry service.It’s a surprise addition that could prove controversial internally and further inflame tensions with Microsoft’s partner OpenAI. Microsoft has been steadily growing its Azure AI Foundry business over the past year, and has been quick to embrace models from a variety of AI labs that compete with its OpenAI partner.In January I reported in Notepad that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella had moved with haste to get engineers to test and deploy DeepSeek R1 as it made headlines around the world. Engineers didn’t sleep much over those days while they worked overtime to get R1 ready for Azure AI Foundry.Sources tell me Nadella has been pushing for Microsoft to host Grok, as he’s eager for Microsoft to be seen as the hosting provider for any popular or emerging AI models. Grok is the latest model to join the Azure AI Foundry, which is quickly becoming an important AI service for Microsoft as it seeks to be seen as the platform to host AI models for businesses and app developers.The announcement of Grok on Azure AI Foundry comes just days after the chatbot spent hours telling every X user that the claim of white genocide in South Africa is highly contentious. xAI blamed the behavior on an “unauthorized modification” to Grok’s code. xAI has had a similar problem earlier this year, when the company blamed an unnamed ex-OpenAI employee for pushing a change to Grok that saw it disregard any sources that accused Elon Musk or Donald Trump of spreading misinformation.Naturally, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was quick to poke fun at Grok in an X post last week. OpenAI countersued Musk earlier this month over claims that the Tesla boss is using “bad-faith tactics to slow down OpenAI.” Elon Musk and OpenAI have been in a legal spat for months now, after Musk’s messy breakup with the AI lab he helped to cofound nearly 10 years ago.Related:See More:

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The hyper-causal genre thrives on its famously low CPIs and LTVs, which enable developers to affordably buy users at scale. But with today’s market conditions pushing up CPIs across the board, hyper-causal developers need to increase their LTV to stay competitive.The best way to do that is by optimizing the ad placement strategy and adding layers beyond the core gameplay, like metagames. Let’s explore the top 8 hyper-casual ad placements - core gaming and beyond.Core gameplayBefore you start adapting your placement strategy for higher LTV, first make sure you’ve got the basics down and implement ad placements into the core gameplay. Here, it's best to leverage rewarded video ads to help each player achieve their goals (in exchange for a bit of their time).1. Before the levelRewarded videos can be very useful even before core gameplay begins. Each pre-level traffic driver should pop-up and offer the player exactly what can be useful in that upcoming level - like boosters, skills, or extra items. Not only does this pleasant surprise motivate the player to start the level, it creates a precedent that ad placements are here to help.2. During the levelOnce the level begins, rewarded videos can also be a key source of support during the actual gameplay. These traffic drivers can be pop-ups, but unlike pre-level placements, you have more options - they don’t need to suddenly appear on the screen to grab the user’s attention. Rather, these placements can sit in the level, and players get to decide whether to engage with them or not. It sounds passive - but since players will see a clear and easy opportunity to get a reward, they’ll be motivated to engage with them.For example, if a player sees a glowing rewarded video traffic driver sitting inside the level, they’re likely to click on it - even without a big pop-up prompting them to do so. To meet users’ expectations, these traffic drivers should offer something useful to the user at the time, like a skill upgrade.3. After the levelEven once the level ends, ad placements can and should support the player’s progress in the game. If the player wins, the placement can offer to multiply their rewards, or if the player loses, it can give the player a chance to revive and restart the level.Offering a restart can be tricky when levels become very long - so another placement option is allowing the player to return to the point they died in the level. To give players the extra motivation they need to engage with the placement and try again, you can use progress bars like in the example below to show them just how close they were to finishing the level.Top ad placements for meta gamesMore hyper-casual games are building meta games, since they offer an additional way to boost retention - essentially they keep players engaged beyond traditional core gameplay. To bump LTV even higher, integrate the right placements to support it.4. Buying/building itemsThe metagames that offer a space for players to build and buy items, like equipment and living spaces, are a great place to incorporate rewarded videos. That’s because the rewards from the rewarded videos can give players the in-game cash needed to build and buy items. This placement option is a win for your game economy for two reasons - (1) players are motivated to spend their in-game cash and also (2) the items they acquire can become cash generators themselves.For example, in Twerk Race by Free Play, players can enter the gym at any time - the more equipment the player has, the more in-game cash they receive in return - so they’re motivated to buy even more equipment to fill it up. As soon as a new piece of equipment exceeds a player’s in-game budget, they can pay by watching a rewarded video instead.5. Unlocking more activitiesThere’s another common metagame where players can unlock more layers of the meta game experience - all players need to do is spend money or (you guessed it) watch a rewarded video. Players are extra motivated to engage with these ads because they can access a new and mysterious game experience.In Crowd Evolution by Rollic Games, for example, the player hops between different islands to unlock different meta activities on each island - all they need to do is engage with an ad placement.Depending on the game, players have the ability to unlock even more activities - in Arm Simulator by Supersonic, for example, players engage with the placement to see a continuation of the core game story.Beyond core gameplayBeyond core and meta gameplay, there’s even more ways to boost LTV in hyper-casual games - here are the ad placements that can best support them.6. New skinsLike weapons or power ups, skins offer the player an opportunity to experience the game in a new, exciting way - which makes it an ideal opportunity to drop in a rewarded video placement and let players test it out first-hand.Many hyper-casual games offer users to try out a skin before unlocking it. This gives the player an exciting first hand-experience that often motivates them to want to unlock the real thing - which might require hard or soft currency, or in the example below, watching a rewarded video.7. Daily missionsBy offering daily activities to complete, daily missions are another hot spot to incorporate rewarded video placements.In Lunch Box Ready, for example, players are offered a week’s worth of unique and valuable rewards, like coins and prizes - all they need to do is watch rewarded videos to get each one. If just a single daily reward can motivate users - imagine their excitement seeing how many rewards they can receive over a longer period of time. This way, players can see their progress in completing the missions - and get the extra boost of motivation to participate in the next one.8. LeaderboardsBy offering players exactly what they need at a specific moment, ad placements help reward player motivation - so try placing them where players feel most motivated: the leaderboard. The leaderboard can help ignite the player’s sense of competition and - because they can continually progress in the leaderboard over time - even their long-term retention. As the player is already considering their progress in the game, why not offer a rewarded video placement that can help them progress even further?That’s exactly what Bridge Race by Supersonic does, for example - they make it clear that players who watch a quick rewarded video get an extra 5 stars in the game - and an immediate boost in the leaderboard.As the hyper-casual gaming world grows, the only way to stay competitive is by growing with it - not only by deepening your gaming experience, but diversifying our placement experience to match it. Whether players are engaged in core or meta gameplay - the placements they interact with should always meet their unique interests, ultimately keeping them engaged and their user experience positive.

For less than the price of a Mission Impossible 8 movie ticket, you can hear the wind howling across three hardware generations just like our dear friend Geralt of Rivia. That’s because The Witcher 3 and the rest of CD Projekt Red’s fantasy RPG series is just $15 as the most recent entry celebrates its 10-year anniversary. Suggested ReadingWhat Is Dragonsplague? Dragon’s Dogma 2’s Devastating Contagion Explained Share SubtitlesOffEnglishview videoSuggested ReadingWhat Is Dragonsplague? Dragon’s Dogma 2’s Devastating Contagion Explained Share SubtitlesOffEnglishIf you don’t already own these games, what are you doing with your life? Or if you do, maybe you have a close acquaintance, or even a not-so-close one, who you’re looking to finally get Witcher-pilled?Witcher sale on PC and console is the perfect time to do it. Running through May 25, you can get the entire trilogy for very cheap, including The Witcher 3 for as little as $4 on Steam and GOG which, quite frankly, might be pound-for-pound the best deal in gaming if, like me, you agree it’s one of the best games ever made. Go up to $10 and, on PC, you can get 3's Complete Edition which includes the Heart of Stone and Blood and Wine DLC expansions, which are every bit as good as the base game, and in some ways even better. That version is $12 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, both of which received a “next-gen” upgrade in late 2022 that added a 60fps performance mode, better reflections, and tons of other improvements. But don’t overlook The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings which is currently just $3 on PC and Xbox (the PS3 version never got ported forward). Less refined but also more linear than its successor, the second game in the trilogy still tells a gripping story of magic fables and grim politicking across a much less overwhelming map. You can get in and out in just 25 hours if you want, with smaller zones to explore and fewer RPG systems to tinker with, but still tons of great story scenes and character writing. The Witcher 1 is also decent in its own way, though it’s much more of an acquired taste. Some still swear by it but I’ve found the fiddly menus, archaic controls, and opaque directions a chore to muddle through, even if the storytelling lays necessary groundwork for the sequels and goes to places you only ever hear about in the latest game. At just $1.50, though, there’s really no reason not to scoop it up with the rest. The Gwent-based campaign spin-off,Thronebreaker, is also just $4, or you can play the card game for free (it’s no longer updated by CDPR but is still maintained by the community). .

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