Galaxy Fit 3MSRP$59.99 Score DetailsThe Galaxy Fit 3 offers a lot for its $60 asking price, and it's a low-cost ticket to begin your fitness tracker journey. Just don't harbor smartwatch dreams, despite its looks.ProsBeautiful looks and sturdy buildBright and sharp OLED displaySnappy performanceA wide range of workout supportLong-lasting battery lifeNot many reliable options at this priceConsStrictly for Android faithfulsLack of on-device GPS supportMisses out on a speaker or micSleep logging can be erraticExtremely closed softwareA few are tricks locked to Galaxy phonesTable of ContentsTable of ContentsFantastic build, gorgeous displayLimited software, but expansive featuresOn-point health and wellness trackingSleep tracking is decent, for the most partA rewarding battery lifeVerdict: An easy pick for beginnersSamsungs commitment to fitness wearables has been somewhat haphazard. The company put a hold on fitness bands back in 2022, and expanded to the smart ring format last year. But as the price of Galaxy Watches has kept climbing, making them inaccessible to a large chunk of health-conscious people, the company is again returning to its affordable roots.Recommended VideosThe latest from Samsung is the Galaxy Fit 3, a fitness band that looks more like a sleek smartwatch. Its beautiful, feature-loaded, and heavy on compromises that you would otherwise expect from a smartwatch all for just $60 a pop.RelatedIt serves its own set of functional highs and inexplicable lows. If you are someone who is averse to the idea of spending hundreds of dollars on a wearable, but are enticed by the idea of an affordable fitness tracker that doesnt look like a kids toy, read on to discover whether the Galaxy Fit 3 deserves a spot on your bucket list.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThe Galaxy Fit 3 is a beautiful piece of wearable hardware. It is lightweight, but built well. The aluminum casing gives it a premium on-wrist feel, but other elements of the device dont feel cheap, either. The clasp mechanism is pretty secure, and the silicone band also feels high quality.It is thinner than an average smartwatch, but with the right analog watch face, it actually looks a lot more understated and in a good way compared to bulky smartwatches with their tacky watch faces and unwieldy on-hand presence.You almost dont feel it on your wrist, which is a major win. I have a hard time trying to ignore the bulk on my wrist every time I am wearing a regular smartwatch from Samsung or Apple.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThe Samsung fitness band not only looks better, but its lightweight profile makes it far easier to sleep with. The build is 5ATM and IP68-rated, which means it is dust-tight and can survive immersion in water at a depth of up to 1.5 meters for a maximum duration of 30 minutes.Samsung offers the Galaxy Fit 3 in three colors, while the bands are available in a wide range of shades, but no other material choice apart from soft-feel rubber. A few third-party brands, however, sell compatible bands in different styles and even material choices, including leather, via Amazon and other e-commerce sites.The AMOLED display is a key highlight of the Galaxy Fit 3. Even though the bezels are not symmetrical, that display is surprisingly sharp and quite bright. You will never feel the need to crank it beyond the 70% level even under broad daylight.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsIn case youre interested in the specifications, the panel measures four centimeters diagonally, offers a resolution of 256 x 402 pixels, and can produce 16 million colors. Plus, theres also a light sensor that does an acceptable job of automatic brightness adjustment based on ambient lighting.Theres an always-on display feature available, and you can also tweak the screen-on time numbers. For added flexibility, you can activate the tap-to-wake feature, and theres also an option to turn on the screen as soon as you raise your wrist. All these features work flawlessly.Running the show on the software side is the open-source RTOS platform with a Samsung skin on top, while the modest internals are rounded off by 16MB of RAM and 256 MB of onboard storage. Yes, you read that right.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThat also explains why the Galaxy Fit 3 keeps sending you to the connected smartphone for even the most basic customization and control tasks. But to Samsungs credit, all touch interactions feel fluid, and Ive barely ever run into any stutters or lags on the affordable fitness band.There is a pretty diverse variety of watch faces available in the companion app, and you can create your custom faces, too. You cant, however, download any third-party watch faces. Unfortunately, the connectivity situation is also pretty barebones here.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsTheres no cellular version on offer, and neither is there GPS or NFC functionality. Talking about the sensor stack, the Galaxy Fit 3 comes equipped with an accelerometer, barometer, gyroscope, and an optical heart rate sensor.Heres the worst part. This is an Android-only fitness band, which means it simply wont work with an iPhone. And on top of that, some of the features, such as remote camera shutter and snore detection, are exclusive to Samsungs Galaxy smartphones.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThe Galaxy Fit 3 can best be described as a glorified fitness tracker, one that has a larger-than-average screen, but limited software versatility. It isnt the full Wear OS experience, which means there are no apps to install. Whatever little you get is via the Samsung Wear app, which also ties into the Samsung Health app.The user interface is pretty clean, and there is barely any learning curve here past the initial setup. Theres a single home button on the side, which can be customized to a double-press gesture, as well. For the rest, you essentially rely on swipe gestures.A vertical downward swipe from the top edge pulls the control center, a swipe from the left or right edge opens the notifications area and the quick access activity tiles. A swipe-up gesture from the bottom edge opens the home menu.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThe Health dashboard is where you access your daily activity, sleep, workout, and launch measurement for heart rate tracking, blood oxygen saturation, and even stress level. The latter is an enigma, because it somehow always shows me in a high-stress situation, even when I am having a good time chilling or reading comics.This Health page also acts as a daily journal, where you log details such as food and water, or track the cycles. You can edit the items appearing in the dashboard, but it can only be done in the companion app. This is a recurring theme for a variety of other tasks, where you need to offload an ongoing activity to the connected smartphone.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsTheres no keyboard or a system-wide search tool on offer here. Neither is there any voice dictation facility available. You can handle calls, but cant answer due to the lack of an onboard mic or speaker. Moreover, for message notifications, you can pick from a pre-loaded response template, but cant craft your own reply.For some reason, Samsung put a calculator app on the Galaxy Fit 3, but didnt give it access to the Contacts on the connected phone. It would have been convenient if the Watch allowed users to at least place a call via the connected phone or send SMS texts.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsI have grown quite fond of the Find My Phone feature on the Samsung fitness band. Enabling it plays a loud audio cue on the paired phone, alongside vibration and on-screen visual alert. I often misplace my gadgets, and for my forgetful ways, this feature is nothing short of a godsend.The Galaxy Fit 3 offers support for over 100 workout activities, and automatic recognition for a healthy few, such as swimming, rowing, and elliptical. The latter facility must, however, be enabled manually from within the companion app.Theres also an emergency SOS feature that can be activated by pressing the home button five times in quick succession. Doing so initiates an emergency call from the connected phone, and also shares your location and an SOS message with the designated emergency contacts.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsTied to it is a customizable fall detection system, which uses the onboard sensors to assess if users have had one such event. For such scenarios, users will be prompted to dial the emergency services and also choose to show their medical details on the screen.For the latter, users must save details such as their name, medical conditions, blood types, allergies, medication, health notes, and address, among others, into the mobile app firsthand. You need to follow a similar on-phone routine for setting up app notification behavior or creating custom watch faces.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThere is both good and bad news here. The Galaxy Fit 3 is fairly accurate, in a slightly ambitious way. Compared to the chest-strapped Polar H9, the heart rate activity readings were always on the higher side, with a mean deviation of roughly 0.5 to 2 percent.Across a workout lasting for roughly 15 minutes, where the heart rate variation was roughly in the 85-185 bpm range, the Galaxy Fit was consistently off the mark. When averaged, the mean deviation was low, but it often registered random spikes worth 5-20 bpm despite no apparent increase in the workout intensity.Shifting over to more basic workouts, like a brisk morning walk, the Galaxy Fit 3 performed well. When compared against a Xiaomi fitness band, the distance disparity between the trackers was 1.64 vs 1.62 miles and 1,897 steps vs 1,790 steps.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsWhen compared against an Apple Watch Series 8, the Galaxy Watch Fit 3 fared well. However, I noticed that it sporadically counted ghost steps, turning an actual 2.4-mile run (measured via GPS) into a 2.8-mile journey.Once again, the bigger difference arises when measuring the heart rate activity in the higher intensity phases. Where Apples smartwatch measured the average heart rate at 120 bpm, the Galaxy Fit 3 put it at 116 bpm. On the Samsung wearables screen, you can also take a peek at other metrics such as speed, calorie burnout, and HR zones.If running is your sole workout format, and you arent bothered too much about minute aspects such as stride length or ground contact duration, the Galaxy Fit 3 should serve just fine. But if youre looking for more insights, like energy readiness or recovery progress, you must spend more on a full-fledged smartwatch.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsSamsung claims the Galaxy Fit 3 can automatically recognize workouts, but once again, its not a fully reliable situation. On a few occasions, it simply didnt recognize me walking and only started recording the step after I had walked for nearly half a mile.Its worth pointing out that this watch lacks GPS, which means you miss out on perks like route planning or navigation. For that, you need to carry a phone with the companion app installed. Once again, I was not too bothered by it, since I run the same path every day, and I am more concerned with heart rate data and calorie burn figures.You can port all the health data collected by Samsung wearable to Androids unified Health Connect platform. Morever, the data can also be synced with third-party health platforms such as Strava.Sleep tracking is decent, for the most partNadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsSleep logging is a tad inaccurate. Over a period of seven weeks, I noticed that the readings were roughly off by 10-12% for the net shut-eye time recorded between the Galaxy Fit 3 and the Apple Watch Series 8.On a few occasions, it drew a blank on the REM sleep, while the Apple smartwatch recorded anywhere between 60-90 minutes. But in general, it wasnt too off the mark. On my most recent sleep trip, the net sleep time logged by the Galaxy wearable was 5 hours and 45 minutes, while Apple Watch Series 8 recorded 5 hours and 17 minutes.The sleep stage breakdown was also pretty much in line with what the Apple Watch Series 8 offered. What I did notice, however, was that the Fit 3s accuracy gradually increased over time, though there are some functional frustrations.For example, you need to open the mobile app to see details of your sleep activity, even for the basic parameters. Thankfully, the mobile app offers plenty of meaningful insights into your sleep activity.It rates your sleep score graded across four levels viz. Needs Attention, Fair, Good, and Excellent. It offers a standalone breakdown of whether the sleep session offered enough physical recovery, restfulness, and mental recoveryNadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThe Galaxy Fit 3 also keeps an eye on the blood oxygen level during sleep, and keeps a log of instances where it may have dipped under the 90% saturation level. Theres also a snore detection feature, which records audio files via your phones mic.It works as advertised, but its somewhat embarrassing to hear your raucous snoring in the sleep logs. However, I wish that the wearable could also log breathing and heart rates, and put them in the daily sleep measurement journal.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsThese combined metrics are used for sleep apnea detection, and it would have been nice for the Galaxy Fit 3 to measure these while asleep. Samsung already offers this feature on the Galaxy Watch lineup, but has excluded it for the Fit series bands.On the positive side, Samsung is not burdening users with an overwhelming set of information, some of which may not be of any meaningful value. The approach here is sticking with the basics, and the Galaxy Fit 3 does a fine job at it without going haywire at the fundamentals.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsSamsung claims a battery life worth 13 days on a single charge. Your mileage will vary dramatically, depending on a lot of factors. Thanks to the small 208mAh onboard battery, you can top it up in less than an hour, and get 60% juice in barely half an hour.Now, about those battery endurance figures, which put mainstream smartwatches to shame. It is achievable under extremely controlled circumstances, which dont realistically reflect how an average person uses a smartwatch.If you have always-on display mode enabled, have activated wrist-detection, work out for an hour, interact with notifications, and maintain 15-20 minutes of on-screen activity, you can get up to five days of battery life per charging session.With the always-on mode disabled, I could get a maximum of eight days. Moreover, if you enable continuous heart rate tracking instead of manual tracking or automatic measurement per ten minutes the battery efficiency comes down.Nadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsEven if you are getting 4-5 days of usage with a single charge, its a fantastic leap. An average smartwatch barely lasts over two days, and you can only get more mileage when you shift to low-power modes or switch to the hybrid OS architecture on devices such as the OnePlus Watch 2.One of the biggest reasons that I have a love-hate relationship with smartwatches is that they burden me with yet another device to charge on a daily basis. Moreover, having to carry a custom charging puck for each one is yet another inconvenience.With the Galaxy Fit 3, the charging headache is fractional, and I appreciate this practical perk. For battery top-up, Samsung offers a custom pogo pin connector with a USB-C outlet on the other end, but no charging adapter or brick in the retail package.Verdict: An easy pick for beginnersNadeem Sarwar / Digital TrendsAt an asking price of just $60, the Galaxy Fit 3 gets a lot of things right. It looks dramatically better than a majority of fitness bands out there, offers a robust set of workout features, and delivers a reliable biomarker and wellness tracking experience.Yes, the lack of GPS and over-reliance on a companion app are frustrating. And so is the hobbled connectivity and the inability to properly handle calls or texts. But it makes up for those missteps with a fantastic battery life, a no-frills software approach, and a beautiful OLED screen.If your budget cant exceed the $100 threshold, the only other option I can recommend is the Amazfit Active 2. But if you dont want to cough up that kind of cash, merely seek to get a start with fitness wearables, or require a tracker for basic exercises only, the Galaxy Fit 3 will serve you just fine at a pleasant bargain.Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 is up for grabs at $60 from Samsung Store.Editors Recommendations

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In this tutorial, we built a powerful and interactive AI application that generates startup pitch ideas using Googles Gemini Pro model through the versatile LiteLLM framework. LiteLLM!pip install litellm gradio fpdf --quiet!pip install litellm gradio fpdf quiet installs the core libraries needed for this project. It brings in LiteLLM for interacting with Gemini via a unified API, Gradio for creating a simple web interface, and FPDF for exporting the AI-generated pitch into a well-formatted PDF fileall while suppressing verbose installation logs with quiet.import osimport gradio as grimport uuidimport urllib.requestfrom fpdf import FPDFfrom litellm import completionapi_key = "Your API Key"We import all the essential Python libraries used in the project, including os for file operations, uuid for generating unique filenames, and urllib for downloading fonts. We also initialize Gradio for the UI, FPDF for PDF creation, and LiteLLMs completion function to interface with Gemini. The api_key variable stores the users Gemini API key, which is required to authenticate requests.import urllib.requestimport zipfileimport osimport shutilif not os.path.exists("DejaVuSans.ttf"): print(" Downloading DejaVuSans.ttf...") font_zip_url = "https://downloads.sourceforge.net/project/dejavu/dejavu/2.37/dejavu-fonts-ttf-2.37.zip" font_zip_path = "dejavu-fonts.zip" urllib.request.urlretrieve(font_zip_url, font_zip_path) with zipfile.ZipFile(font_zip_path, 'r') as zip_ref: zip_ref.extractall("dejavu-extracted") for root, dirs, files in os.walk("dejavu-extracted"): for file in files: if file == "DejaVuSans.ttf": ttf_path = os.path.join(root, file) shutil.copy(ttf_path, "DejaVuSans.ttf") print(" Font extracted and ready.") breakHere, we ensure that the DejaVuSans.ttf font is available to create Unicode-compatible PDFs. It downloads the font zip file from SourceForge, extracts its contents, and copies the .ttf file to the working directory. This step is crucial for handling special characters from Geminis output when generating the final pitch PDF using FPDF.def call_gemini(system_prompt, user_prompt): messages = [ {"role": "system", "content": system_prompt}, {"role": "user", "content": user_prompt} ] response = completion( model="gemini/gemini-2.0-flash-lite", messages=messages, api_key=api_key ) return response["choices"][0]["message"]["content"]This function, call_gemini, is a wrapper that uses LiteLLMs completion API to interact with the Gemini 2.0 Flash Lite model. It accepts a system prompt and a user prompt, structures them in OpenAI-compatible format, sends the request using the provided API key, and returns the generated responsemaking it easy to reuse across various application parts.def generate_startup_pitch(theme): try: idea_prompt = f"Generate an innovative startup idea in the field of {theme}. Focus on solving real problems using modern technology." tagline_prompt = "Based on the idea you just gave, generate a short, catchy tagline for the startup." pitch_prompt = """ Based on the previous startup idea, write a concise pitch deck covering: 1. Problem 2. Solution 3. Market Opportunity 4. Team Description 5. Business Model 6. Traction or Future Plan Format it in a way that looks like slide notes for a VC pitch. """ idea = call_gemini("You are an innovation strategist.", idea_prompt) tagline = call_gemini("You are a branding expert.", tagline_prompt) pitch = call_gemini("You are a startup mentor writing a pitch deck.", pitch_prompt) filename = f"startup_pitch_{uuid.uuid4().hex[:8]}.pdf" pdf = FPDF() pdf.add_page() pdf.add_font("DejaVu", "", font_path, uni=True) pdf.set_font("DejaVu", size=12) full_text = f"Startup Idea:\n{idea}\n\nTagline:\n{tagline}\n\nPitch Deck:\n{pitch}" pdf.multi_cell(0, 10, full_text) pdf.output(filename) return idea, tagline, pitch, filename except Exception as e: return f" Error: {e}", "", "", NoneThe generate_startup_pitch function orchestrates the entire startup generation process. It sends tailored prompts to Gemini via LiteLLM to produce a startup idea, a catchy tagline, and a structured pitch deck. The responses are then combined into a formatted PDF using FPDF, with proper Unicode support via the DejaVu font. The PDF is saved with a unique filename, enabling users to download their personalized pitch. Error handling ensures smooth execution and user feedback in case of failures.with gr.Blocks() as demo: gr.Markdown("# AI Startup Pitch Generator (with PDF Export)") theme_input = gr.Textbox(label="Enter a theme or industry", placeholder="e.g., mental health, fintech, climate tech") generate_button = gr.Button("Generate Pitch") idea_output = gr.Textbox(label="Startup Idea") tagline_output = gr.Textbox(label="Tagline") pitch_output = gr.Textbox(label="Pitch Deck Summary", lines=10) pdf_output = gr.File(label="Download Pitch as PDF") def wrapper(theme): idea, tagline, pitch, pdf_path = generate_startup_pitch(theme) return idea, tagline, pitch, pdf_path generate_button.click(fn=wrapper, inputs=theme_input, outputs=[idea_output, tagline_output, pitch_output, pdf_output])demo.launch(share=True)We defined the Gradio user interface for the AI Startup Pitch Generator. Using gr.Blocks() creates a clean layout with an input box for the user to enter a startup theme or industry and a button to trigger the pitch generation. Once clicked, the wrapper function calls generate_startup_pitch, returning a startup idea, tagline, pitch summary, and a downloadable PDF. The share=True flag enables public access to the app, making it easy to demo or share the tool with others via a unique URL.App Interface to Generate IdeasDownload the PDF ReportIn conclusion, by combining the abstraction power of LiteLLM with the creative intelligence of Googles Gemini Pro, this tutorial highlights how developers can rapidly prototype intelligent, production-ready applications. LiteLLM drastically simplifies working with diverse LLM APIs by maintaining a consistent OpenAI-style calling interface across providers like Gemini, Claude, OpenAI, and more. Through Gradio, we added an intuitive front end to accept user input and display results, while FPDF allowed us to convert AI-generated content into shareable, well-formatted PDF documents. This tutorial showcases how to build a multi-component AI app in a Colab-friendly environment and underlines LiteLLMs role as a pivotal gateway to the expanding ecosystem of language models. Whether youre building MVPs or production tools, LiteLLM offers the flexibility and scalability to keep your LLM workflow fast and future-proof.Here is the Colab Notebook. Also,dont forget to follow us onTwitterand join ourTelegram ChannelandLinkedIn Group. Dont Forget to join our85k+ ML SubReddit. Asif RazzaqWebsite| + postsBioAsif Razzaq is the CEO of Marktechpost Media Inc.. As a visionary entrepreneur and engineer, Asif is committed to harnessing the potential of Artificial Intelligence for social good. His most recent endeavor is the launch of an Artificial Intelligence Media Platform, Marktechpost, which stands out for its in-depth coverage of machine learning and deep learning news that is both technically sound and easily understandable by a wide audience. 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The Nintendo Switch may be remembered as much for repopularizing portable gaming as it will for a hardware issue that affected millions of gamers: joystick drift.Drifting is the most common term for an issue where joysticks detect false inputs even when no one is touching a controller causing unwanted movements to happen in a game. The issue also affects controllers from Sony, Microsoft, and third-party accessory makers.Hall effect sensors emerged a few years ago as a potential solution to the problem, but theres an even better option out there thats easier to retrofit into existing controller designs. That solution is tunneling magnetoresistance, or TMR, a technology that revolutionized hard drives two decades ago using quantum mechanics and magnets.Like Hall effect sensors, TMR sensors avoid the fundamental problem with more traditional joysticks: their sensors wear down as a matter of their design. The controllers that ship with the last few Xbox consoles, the PS4 and PS5, and the Switch are all built around sensors like this potentiometers, a component that can be used to change or measure electrical resistance.Solid objects rubbing against each other isnt an ideal approach to longevityAs iFixit explained in 2021, inside the two potentiometers that are used to detect up-and-down and side-to-side movements in each joystick is a semicircular strip of carbon film with terminals at each end that pass an electrical current through it. As the joystick is moved, a component called a wiper slides back and forth along this strip, measuring the voltage where it makes contact. Since the voltage predictably changes across the length of the strip, the wipers voltage measurements can be used to accurately measure the movements of a joystick.But solid objects rubbing against each other isnt an ideal approach to longevity. That strip of carbon film inside a joysticks potentiometer can wear down over time, affecting the flow of current and the accuracy of voltage measurements. Dirt on the film, either from moving components wearing down or dust and food crumbs finding their way inside a controller, can also contribute to inaccurate measurement and drift.Thats why controller manufacturers are now turning to sensors that dont rely on components rubbing together: Hall effect and TMR, both of which rely on magnetism instead. As iFixit explains, Hall effect joysticks replace resistive strips and wipers with magnets and sensors that never make contact, using a phenomenon first discovered by Edwin Hall in 1879.Inside a Hall effect sensor is a conductive material called a Hall element that has an electrical current flowing through it. Normally, electrons flow straight through this conductor, but the presence of a magnetic field can interfere and divert the electrons to either side, like an invisible obstacle diverting the flow of water in a stream. As the magnet attached to the joystick moves closer and farther away, the Hall effect sensor measures the resulting voltage changes in the conductor. Those measurements are translated into movements in a game with more accuracy and reliability than you get with potentiometers, and without any wear and tear.Hall effect sensors have been in use for over 50 years and were even used by Sega in the Saturn 3D and Dreamcasts controllers that debuted in the mid-90s. GuliKit repopularized the use of Hall effect sensors in gaming hardware after debuting a controller with it at E3 2021. But theyre still not widely used in gaming hardware because potentiometer-based joysticks are cheaper to manufacture. They also have higher power demands, which is something controller manufacturers need to account for.What makes the TMR effect useful in electronics isnt the tunneling itselfThe solution for that may be TMR sensors, which come out of more recent discoveries. In 1988, physicists Albert Fert and Peter Grnberg independently discovered a phenomenon called the giant magnetoresistance effect (GMR), which earned them both the Nobel Prize for physics in 2007. They found that the presence of a magnetic field applied to ultra-thin films made up of a conductor such as copper or aluminum just a few nanometers thick sandwiched between two magnetic materials would affect the direction of spin of electrons and their ability to easily flow from one side of the film to the other.If you put two magnets right next to each other very close to each other with a spacer material, if the magnets on this one have a spin A and the same spin is on the other one, its easy for the electrons to move to the next one. But if the other one has a misaligned spin the electrons want to move, but theres no easy way to move the other electrons as well, and that causes a change of resistance, Riyan Mendonsa, senior staff engineer at Seagate, explained to The Verge.TMR works in a very similar way to GMR. The presence of a magnetic field aligns the spin direction of electrons, making it easier for them to flow from one side to the other. But while GMR uses a conductive material sandwiched between two magnetic layers, TMR, counterintuitively, uses an insulating material that acts as a deliberate barrier.To flow from one side of the film to the other, electrons rely on a quantum mechanical phenomenon called quantum tunneling to pass through that in-between insulator. The idea of particles passing through a barrier they shouldnt be able to is not easy to wrap your head around, but it can happen when certain materials such as aluminum or magnesium oxide are just a few atoms thick. And thanks to physicists like Erwin Schrdinger, the phenomenon isnt a complete mystery. We have equations that can accurately predict when it will occur.What makes the TMR effect useful in electronics isnt the tunneling itself. Its that adding and removing a magnetic field produces a measurable change in resistance. For years, hard drives relied on read heads with a design similar to the wire coils used in speakers and microphones, according to Mendonsa. In 2005, Seagate adopted TMR technology in read heads, which could not only be made much smaller but also were far more sensitive at detecting the presence of a magnetic field.TMR sensors generally have higher sensitivity and more linear response compared to Hall effect sensors.This allowed the magnetic bits on hard drives to also be made much smaller, dramatically increasing the density and storage capacities of 2.5-inch drives to 120GB. Various forms of TMR technology are expected to still be used in hard drive manufacturing for years to come.Although the underlying science is different, Hall effect and TMR sensors can both be used to detect a joysticks movements through the use of non-contact magnets, but TMR sensors have some key advantages.TMR sensors generally have higher sensitivity and more linear response compared to Hall effect sensors, says Jack He, GuliKits business director. That could allow for the use of smaller magnets, making TMR joysticks easier to manufacture. But leveraging the higher sensitivity for improved joystick accuracy will depend on manufacturers and the hardware they use. The resolution mainly depends on the sampling precision of the backend MCU, and is not closely related to the joystick itself, says He.Compared to Hall effect sensors, TMR sensors typically have lower power consumption, but the advantage there isnt improved battery life. The original design of Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo game controllers uses traditional resistive film joystick technology with a constant power supply design, with a power capacity limited to about 1 mA, He says. Hall sensors can consume anywhere from 0.5mA to up to 2mA of power, while TMR sensors only consume between 0.1mA and 0.3mA. This allows joysticks with TMR sensors to be installed on current controller hardware as a perfect 1:1 replacement without any other circuit modifications. That could help speed up adoption and bring down the price of the technology by simplifying manufacturing.TMR sensors also offer more performance stability over a wider temperature range an advantage thats especially useful for a product often being gripped by warm hands for several hours.Although the TMR technology hasnt yet been adopted by companies like Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony, there are several third-party manufacturers already selling gamepads with TMR joysticks, including PB Tails Crush controller, GameSirs Tarantula Pro, and 8BitDo, which uses it in its new Ultimate 2 controller. In 2024, GuliKit was the first company to release upgrade kits bringing the TMR technology to PS5, PS4, Xbox, and Switch controllers.But it will still be a few years for TMR technology to become mainstream in gaming hardware. TMR sensors are often more expensive than traditional Hall effect sensors, especially in smaller volumes, He points out. 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Ive seen my fair share of off-roaders that try too hardoverstyled behemoths with plastic cladding and fake vents masquerading as rugged machines. Ive seen the opposite too, with their stuck-on trims that come off and warrant a global product recall (looking at you, Tesla). Then theres the Dongfeng M-Hunter, which saunters onto the scene with the casual confidence of someone who actually belongs in the wilderness. This Design Intelligence Award winner doesnt need to convince you its tough; it simply is.This beast represents what Id call automotive brutalism. Where most modern SUVs hide their utilitarian nature beneath swooping bodywork and glossy finishes, the M-Hunter strips away pretense like a Russian winter strips away your will to go outside. Its exoskeletal design language doesnt whisperit broadcasts its capabilities through a masterclass in functional minimalism.Designer: Dongfeng Motor CorporationLooking at the M-Hunters exposed frame construction, Im reminded of how architects like Le Corbusier celebrated structural elements rather than concealing them. The vehicles roll cage isnt hidden; its a dominant design feature that frames the cabin like industrial sculpture. Those external tubular structures arent decorative afterthoughtstheyre integral to the 44s identity, offering both protection and mounting points for accessories while visually communicating strength.Dongfengs engineers have achieved something remarkable here: a 2,050kg off-roader with approach and departure angles of 37 and 31 respectively. For the off-road nerds among us (myself included), those numbers put it in the same conversation as vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. The M-Hunter boasts 240mm of ground clearance and can ford water up to 800mm deepspecifications that translate to yes, that seemingly impassable terrain is actually your playground.Power comes from a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine producing 218 horsepower and 340 Nm of torque, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Not earth-shattering numbers, but entirely appropriate for its mission. This isnt trying to win drag races; its built to conquer landscapes.What fascinates me most is how the M-Hunters design strips away the unnecessary while making what remains visually striking. The headlightssimple circular units embedded in a minimalist grilleevoke military vehicles without resorting to camouflage patterns or tacky tactical accessories. The chassis is practically all you see as the cars exterior, but that doesnt feel lesser than, it feels aggressively skeletal.Chinese automotive design has evolved dramatically in recent years, moving from derivative styling to genuinely innovative approaches. The M-Hunter represents this evolution perfectlyits distinctly Chinese without trying to imitate Western design conventions (it even got an honorable mention from Chinas highly-coveted Design Intelligence Award this year). Dongfeng has created something with authentic character in an automotive landscape increasingly homogenized by focus groups and global market considerations.The post This Beastly 44 Might Be Chinas Most Honest Off-Roader Yet first appeared on Yanko Design.

The grid is back.Tron: Ares hits theaters on October 10, 2025, and promises to expand the iconic sci-fi universe like never before. In this latest chapter, worlds collide as digital and physical realms blur, pushing the boundaries of technology, identity, and rebellion.Packed with cutting-edge visuals, electrifying action, and a deeper dive into the digital frontier, Tron: Ares is set to be a bold continuation of the Tron legacy. With a new era of programs and users on the horizon, the question isnt just whats realbut whats possible.The post Tron: Ares Official Trailer appeared first on Vfxexpress.

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GranjinhaaMemberDec 28, 20239,249looks so good. tiebreaker"This guy are sick"MemberOct 25, 201714,251Best announcement of the show.vixolusProphet of TruthMemberSep 22, 202069,200Saw some positive buzz about this game. Really cool that its on ps+ and gpChaserjoeyKeeper of the White MateriaMemberOct 27, 20179,713It's not a VR title right? Kept thinking it'd be great as one based on the SoP trailer.metsallicaOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 27, 201713,611totilo had a lot of positive stuff to say about this in a recent newsletter... and the title is a triple entendre!hydrophilic attackCorrupted by VengeanceMemberOct 25, 201723,285Swedenthis looked quite interesting, though it launching on subscription services makes me a bit apprehensiveGameShareerMemberJan 20, 2023333Brighton, UKReminded me of those early 00's escape room games made in flash - which is a good thing, I loved those.RumenappForza PhotographerMemberNov 9, 201716,638Good to see it confirmed on GP.robotnikusMemberOct 24, 2023641Very curious and will try for sure.Darth Smurf XMemberOct 25, 20172,229Hoth, WIThis was one of the highlights for me. KurtikeyaOne Winged SlayerMemberDec 2, 20175,030Lorelei and the Laser Eyes got me hooked on spaces that reveal themselves to you bit by bit so I'm keeping an eye on this one.RaySpencerMemberOct 27, 20175,584Game Catalogue, not PS+.OP OPGranjinhaaMemberDec 28, 20239,249hydrophilic attack said:this looked quite interesting, though it launching on subscription services makes me a bit apprehensiveClick to expand...Click to shrink...why?hydrophilic attackCorrupted by VengeanceMemberOct 25, 201723,285SwedenGranjinhaa said:i feel like a developer/publisher that really believes in their game would not take the up-front cash for giving the game away on subscriptions.that said, stray was one of my favourite games of 2022 so i know that that thought makes no sense lolOP OPGranjinhaaMemberDec 28, 20239,249hydrophilic attack said:i feel like a developer/publisher that really believes in their game would not take the up-front cash for giving the game away on subscriptions.that said, stray was one of my favourite games of 2022 so i know that that thought makes no sense lolClick to expand...Click to shrink...yeah, doesn't really make sense. these deals generally pay very well and it's hard to get eyes on your games these days.AviAvi Legend MemberJun 23, 20219,351I JUST got the pun in the title. It took hearing someone say it out loud for it to click for me lolJubilant DuckMemberOct 21, 20228,974Can't say I was impressed by the Steam Nextfest demo. Hopefully since then it's been reworked somewhat.Bishop89What Are Ya' Selling?MemberOct 25, 201741,814Melbourne, Australiaguess i'll give it a try since its on ps+, otherwise I probably wouldn't have bothered.RumenappForza PhotographerMemberNov 9, 201716,638Preload is up on xbox.jhombusMemberJul 23, 2020123Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier.bsky.social)Every once in a while, I'll be checking out some new game and realize: *holy shit this one of the best games I've ever played in my life*. You know the feeling? It's happened to me in 2017 with Breath of the Wild, in 2022 with Elden Ring, and right now with a game that will be out in two weeksbsky.appLet's gooooooooo GlassboyMemberOct 27, 20173,957jhombus said:Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier.bsky.social)Every once in a while, I'll be checking out some new game and realize: *holy shit this one of the best games I've ever played in my life*. You know the feeling? It's happened to me in 2017 with Breath of the Wild, in 2022 with Elden Ring, and right now with a game that will be out in two weeksbsky.appLet's goooooooooClick to expand...Click to shrink...I wonder if this is the game Jeff grubb has been hinting at also.Fat4allWoke up, got a money tag, swears a lotBannedOct 25, 2017107,228herejhombus said:Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier.bsky.social)Every once in a while, I'll be checking out some new game and realize: *holy shit this one of the best games I've ever played in my life*. You know the feeling? It's happened to me in 2017 with Breath of the Wild, in 2022 with Elden Ring, and right now with a game that will be out in two weeksbsky.appLet's goooooooooClick to expand...Click to shrink...gimme gimme gimmeOtakuCoderOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 27, 20175,191UKGlassboy said:I wonder if this is the game Jeff grubb has been hinting at also.Click to expand...Click to shrink...Maybe, but he implied he couldn't name that one for a while whereas JS has been openly praising BP.GlassboyMemberOct 27, 20173,957OtakuCoder said:Maybe, but he implied he couldn't name that one for a while whereas JS has been openly praising BP.Click to expand...Click to shrink...I think it might be since he said it was embargoed for another couple weeks. I have no idea what else it could be. I believe he gave a timeframe on one of the 3 podcasts that I listen to with him on. lolOtakuCoderOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 27, 20175,191UKGlassboy said:I think it might be since he said it was embargoed for another couple weeks. I have no idea what else it could be. I believe he gave a timeframe on one of the 3 podcasts that I listen to with him on. lolClick to expand...Click to shrink...Maybe there's TWO fantastic embargoed games a stone's throw away from release! ;DBuccaMemberOct 25, 20174,809jhombus said:Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier.bsky.social)Every once in a while, I'll be checking out some new game and realize: *holy shit this one of the best games I've ever played in my life*. You know the feeling? It's happened to me in 2017 with Breath of the Wild, in 2022 with Elden Ring, and right now with a game that will be out in two weeksbsky.appLet's goooooooooClick to expand...Click to shrink...Insane praise. My partner is so hyped for this.FeepLead Designer, Iridium StudiosVerifiedOct 25, 20175,188...........................................(wants to talk but shouldn't probably)........................................................................................................................................................................LightsongMemberNov 11, 20228,807Feep said:...........................................(wants to talk but shouldn't probably)........................................................................................................................................................................Click to expand...Click to shrink...We keep it secret, we keep it safe!YerffejProphet of RegretMemberOct 25, 201728,805Jason was praising this game a month or so ago as well. Up on my radar it went.FeepLead Designer, Iridium StudiosVerifiedOct 25, 20175,188Lightsong said:We keep it secret, we keep it safe!Click to expand...Click to shrink...I promised ; ; YaBishUnshakable Resolve - One Winged SlayerMemberOct 27, 20175,846jhombus said:Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier.bsky.social)Every once in a while, I'll be checking out some new game and realize: *holy shit this one of the best games I've ever played in my life*. You know the feeling? It's happened to me in 2017 with Breath of the Wild, in 2022 with Elden Ring, and right now with a game that will be out in two weeksbsky.appLet's goooooooooClick to expand...Click to shrink...Feeling good about my fantasy critic pickup of this :)depressivestateMemberAug 26, 2019557I tried the demo of this a couple months ago expecting like, a Gone Home-esque thing - there's a place, it has a history, uncover that history, maybe talk to some people. Solve some puzzles. I was seriously blindsided when I discovered it's this weird roguelite-ish thing with resources and I build the house myself... just a total disconnect with my expectations, and it kind of soured me tbh. But I respect it cuz idk if anyone has tried this gameplay style with a 'walking sim' (no besmirching meant just can't think of a more descriptive term) as yet, so if nothing else it's novel. Kinda.MilkBeardMemberOct 25, 20178,559This looks cool. They had me at 'atmospheric'MarkratosHermen Hulst's Secret AccountMemberFeb 15, 20203,673Yeah. I have a good feeling about this.VanguardMemberJan 15, 2025321I hope they add VR support!FTFMemberOct 28, 201732,547New YorkCan't wait for this, it looks so different and cool.gibbyMemberJul 15, 2022272Pretty certain this is the game some giantbomb guys have been alluding being addicted to. Looks real neatColasanteMemberNov 5, 2017370So outrageously excited for this. Cannot come soon enough.LightsongMemberNov 11, 20228,807depressivestate said:I tried the demo of this a couple months ago expecting like, a Gone Home-esque thing - there's a place, it has a history, uncover that history, maybe talk to some people. Solve some puzzles. I was seriously blindsided when I discovered it's this weird roguelite-ish thing with resources and I build the house myself... just a total disconnect with my expectations, and it kind of soured me tbh. But I respect it cuz idk if anyone has tried this gameplay style with a 'walking sim' (no besmirching meant just can't think of a more descriptive term) as yet, so if nothing else it's novel. Kinda.Click to expand...Click to shrink...To be honest, a single trailer would've told you what the game was.Fat4allWoke up, got a money tag, swears a lotBannedOct 25, 2017107,228herebeen chewing at the walls I need this NOW PottersonMemberOct 28, 20177,116Wait, game pass? Neat, I'm poor af right now.EvilBorisProphet of Truth - HDTVtestVerifiedOct 29, 201717,844I could really do with this now, I've burned through everything I can find and have hit a dead spot for games of late.thankyoumerzbowProphet of TruthMemberDec 8, 202011,871Potterson said:Wait, game pass? Neat, I'm poor af right now.Click to expand...Click to shrink...game pass and ps extraDoctorDakeDevelopment DirectorVerifiedMar 28, 2018225Austin, TXdepressivestate said:I tried the demo of this a couple months ago expecting like, a Gone Home-esque thing - there's a place, it has a history, uncover that history, maybe talk to some people. Solve some puzzles. I was seriously blindsided when I discovered it's this weird roguelite-ish thing with resources and I build the house myself... just a total disconnect with my expectations, and it kind of soured me tbh. But I respect it cuz idk if anyone has tried this gameplay style with a 'walking sim' (no besmirching meant just can't think of a more descriptive term) as yet, so if nothing else it's novel. Kinda.Click to expand...Click to shrink...I felt the same way with the demo, but hearing the hype about the actual game being more Metroidbrainia-esque than roguelike makes me think maybe the demo was just not deep enough to really explore what the game is. The way folks are describing it definitely sounds more up my alley!SphinxMemberNov 29, 20172,428This game reminds me of two other games, XIII (from around 2006,It has the same graphical style) and Slay the spire...please dont be as addictive as STS PLEASE DO NOTLetsEatSnacksMemberOct 18, 20202,423United StatesThis year's Balatro. Love that there is always 1 of these things each year that just come out of nowhere and blow everyone away.RMChoodieMemberDec 27, 20212,462American in Costa RicaYaBish said:Feeling good about my fantasy critic pickup of this :)Click to expand...Click to shrink...Cost me $2 first time I saw it I knew this would be a critic's darlingraspberrymousseMemberMar 19, 20215,198There's a lot of talk about this being really special, I liked the demo well enough but didn't quite get hooked yet but people playing the full game seem beyond excited about it.TooOne Winged SlayerMemberOct 26, 20172,310SpainThis level of teasing should be illegal.Cannot wait for playing it.KhanimusAvengerOct 25, 201745,211Greater VancouverGlassboy said:I wonder if this is the game Jeff grubb has been hinting at also.Click to expand...Click to shrink...And Ryckert. They were twitching at how much they wanted to talk about it today on Blight Club... And instead Grubb had to play fucking Overblood lol

5 On the Go AI Gadgets of 20252 min readJust now--Photo by julien Tromeur on Unsplash1.AI Smart Wallets (like Ekster with Chipolo Tracker)Why its great:Built-in AI-powered tracking (never lose your wallet)Some models connect to voice assistants to help you locate itSlim, stylish, and super functionalBest for: Everyday carry. If you lose stuff a lotor want smarter EDC gear.2.Pocketalk S Voice TranslatorWhy its great:Real-time, two-way translation in over 80 languagesAI-powered and highly accurateFits in your pocket and works offline with downloaded languagesBest for: Travelers, business folks, or anyone navigating different languages on the go.3.AI Note-Taking Pens (like Nuwa Pen or Livescribe)Why its great:Write on regular paper, and it digitally records everythingAI turns your handwriting into organized digital notesSyncs to your phone instantlyBest for: Students, creatives, or professionals who like taking notes by hand but want digital backups.4.AI Smart Ring (like RingConn or Oura Ring)What it is: A sleek wearable ring packed with sensors and AI for health insights.Why its great:Tracks sleep, stress, heart rate, and readiness with AI-driven analysisBattery lasts up to a weekLess bulky than a smartwatch, super discreetBest for: Minimalists or anyone who wants top-tier wellness tracking without wearing a watch.5. Halliday AI Glasses with Invisible DisplayWhat it is: Smart glasses equipped with an invisible display and AI capabilities. Why its great:Provides real-time information and notifications without obstructing your view.Integrates with AI assistants for seamless voice commands.Sleek design suitable for daily wear.Best for: Professionals and commuters who need quick access to information without using handheld devices.

New Deus Ex Game Reportedly Pitched To Various Publishers, But To No LuckEidos-Montreal seems to have met with some challenges recently. Following the news of the studio laying off 75 employees because it is wrapping up one of its projects, a new report suggests that its effort to revive the well-received cyberpunk RPG series Deus Ex hasn't been successful.Insider Gaming reported that a new game idea has been pitched to a few publishers. But until now, there hasn't been a partnership to bring the idea forward yet. According to the outlet's sources, although its concept has "charm and novelty," it doesn't have "expectations or standards typically associated with the Deus Ex brand;" plus, a few potential partners have been concerned that the franchise might be "too niche" at this moment.The original Deus Ex was released in 2000, and the last installment in the series, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, was released nearly nine years ago in September 2016. It's made clear that this new Deus Ex game was not the one that Embracer Group canceledin early 2024 after being in the works for two years, leading to 97 employees losing their jobs.It's also confirmed that there is no relevance between the recent layoffs and the fact that no agreement has been reached about this new game.If you're a fan of the series, you might be interested in learning more about the original plot details prepared for the sequel to Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, shared by Mark Cecere, a former Eidos-Montral writer.Do you think the franchise is "too niche" for players? Let us know.

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Alica Bakery / Studio Etienne BastormagiSave this picture!Architects: Studio Etienne BastormagiYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 PhotographsPhotographs:Alessandro FagioliManufacturersBrands with products used in this architecture project Manufacturers: Ferm Living, USM, Ahmed Amer, Cole & Cinder, FLOS, Gray Gardens, Kann Design, Local Industries, Magda Jugo, Muller van Severen, Post Industrial Crafts, Shim seungyeon, Studio Etienne BastormagiMore SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. When the owner of the farm-to-table eatery and bakery decided to launch its first flagship in the Port de la Mer development in Jumeirah, Dubai, Beirut-based studio Etienne Bastormagi was contacted to lead the architectural design. The studio spearheaded the project with a series of strategic collaborations, bringing together regional designers and artists, opening conversations about the land, contextuality, materiality, and what it means to be inspired by the local culture. This collective aimed to create a local aesthetic that would align with the eatery's concept. Using natural materials such as wood, paper, and leather, the eatery's overarching aesthetic was guided by earthy tones and colors reflecting the locally sourced menu.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The brief was to design and encompass an open, inviting bakery and eatery area to showcase the warmth of baking, along with wireframe furniture designed to capture the abundant sun, allowing the space to be designed by beautiful geometries through natural light, making it a gathering place for visitors. The architect's vision was to focus on the art of craftsmanship, from baking to ceramics, and celebrate local handcrafted pieces. The eatery's commitment to slow living is embodied in the thoughtful, tactile experience of the space, encouraging guests to savor not just the food but the entire atmosphere of mindfulness and deliberate simplicity.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!Ahmed Amer on the artwork of the space entitled "Roots" "the eatery drawings celebrate the harmony between nature, land, and human effort. Made on recycled paper, they reflect the beauty of harvesting grains and the passion behind organic growth."Save this picture!Post Industrial Crafts on Alica's special commission of hanging pendant and wall unit lightings The "Super Simple Lamp" exemplifies Post Industrial Crafts' commitment to a circular economy. This scone, custom-designed for the Bakery/Eatery in collaboration with Studio Etienne Bastormagi, showcases the harmonious intersection of design and sustainability. Crafted from 100% recycled plastic and 3D printed using our large-arm robot, it demonstrates PIC's dedication to eco-conscious manufacturing.Save this picture!About this officeMaterialsWoodSteelMaterials and TagsPublished on April 07, 2025Cite: "Alica Bakery / Studio Etienne Bastormagi" 06 Apr 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1028718/alica-bakery-studio-etienne-bastormagi&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

The upcomingAvatar: Fire & Ash aims to introduce a ton of new stuff while also doubling down on the things people liked about its predecessors. Part of that doubling down will apply to Pakayan, the tulkun (space whale) introduced in Way of Wateras an outcast among his people because he killed the humans who killed his mother. Over the course of the film, he became a friend to Jake Sullys teen son Loak and helped save the day in act three by going on a rampage that saved his fellow Tulkun from evil whalers. Avatar is a franchise that loves animals, so naturally, hes getting a meatier role in the threequel.Speaking to Empire Magazine, VFX supervisor Richard Baneham said the positive response to Pakayanwhich has recently involved folks on Twitter gassing him up as a great guy in Hollywoodspurred the team to go forward and play him at the highest level. Over the course of the film, hell cross paths with Tanok, a fellow outcast wholl become his love interest. Baneham teased the pair have a really great dynamic together, and with how much these movies love their love stories, is there going to be a scene where they go on a date? Because that seems where things are headed. Tanok isnt the only Tulkun coming along for the ride.Fire & Ash is introducing more of Tulkun society, up to and including a Patriarch and Matriarch who govern over their clan. According to Baneham, the Matriarch in particular will be in full regalia, with rings and tattoos that suggest history beyond what were seeing. So if you couldnt get enough of Watersundersea world, Pakayans here to give you more of it whenAvatar: Fire & Ashreleases on December 19. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, whats next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.

Mario Kart World is more expensive than Black Ops 6 (Nintendo)The Friday letters page is unsure how much of a success the Nintendo Switch 2 is going to be, as one reader asks if the new Pro Controller is worth it.To join in with the discussions yourself email gamecentral@metro.co.ukDevalued classicTo people complaining about the price of Switch 2 games you do know the price hasnt increased with the budget of modern games, dont you? They cost 10 times what they used to but were still only paying, what, 80% more than we did in the 16-bit era? SNES games were routinely 50 in 1993.Go see a musical in London and itll cost you 60, a stadium concert is 100+, and each offers only a few hours experience versus these huge 100-hour games.So, while 70 feels like a lot I dont think it really is in the grand scheme of things. Rather, its Steam and co.s fault for allowing prices to race to the bottom. When modern classics are 4.99 it changes everyones expectations. No, Nintendo aint cheap but I applaud them for always preserving the value of their games. At least this way youll really play them.Owen PileCause and effectI know Matt said that he couldnt see any justification or defence of the price increase of games, but he kinda gave one himself.This at a time when bills are soaring. They want people to pay over 70 per game.Those two things are not unrelated.Still, it is hard to justify paying what still feels like a lot particularly when there are so many excellent cheap or free games still kicking around (Ive only just finished Dragon Age: The Veilguard in last months PS Plus offering, with RoboCop: Rogue City next up!). Its odd: games are both too cheap, and too expensive!Other Matt (he_who_runs_away PSN ID)GC: Dragon Age is on PS Plus because it was a flop and now theres probably not going to be anymore, because no one bought it.Same as it ever wasIm not excusing Nintendo for its RRP of 74.99 for Mario Kart, but the RRP for Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 was only 5 cheaper at 69.99. Street Fighter had a RRP of 60 on SNES 23 years ago. Turok: Dinosaur Hunter was released on the same day as the N64 and was 70. The game didnt even have a battery back-up, so you couldnt save the game unless you spent another 30 on a memory card!Then, of course, there was the Neo-Geo console released in 1990. The games cartridges were 130 to 200 each! Just saying.Tim KeelingEmail your comments to: gamecentral@metro.co.ukFives the charmIm lucky enough to have been invited to pre=order the new Switch on the Nintendo Store but, as its looking quite expensive, I was wondering if you could advise me on whether the new Pro Controller is worth investing in?I already have four for the Switch but Im not sure its worth 70 for a new one (especially seeing as the C button doesnt interest me). Your thoughts on this would be appreciated.Lord CrumpGC: Its very similar to the original one. The only major differences seemed to be the C button, an audio jack, and two new programmable buttons on the back.Video game-esqueThis is not exactly game-related, but I feel compelled to tell anyone who might listen about Scavengers Reign, that Ive recently been watching on Netflix. Its a sci-fi animation that follows a small group of survivors stranded on an alien planet and depicts how they strive to stay alive when literally anything can kill them, often in unpleasantly sticky and icky ways.It features some fantastically grotesque and imaginative alien wildlife and a really oppressive, unique world. I think it would be of particular interest to those with a gaming mindset who, like me, play games to explore and experience a sense of discovery. Also, some game developers may benefit from taking influence on how to create interesting alien lifeforms and planets!woodylfc1976Not cheap enoughHave just been doing a little shopping on the CeX website. Put a few DVDs and games in my basket. All good. Clicked view basket, 49.95 so far. Yeah, good pricing. Went to the next page, couldnt get all delivered to the shop for free. Oh well, 3.95 delivery. Seems reasonable. Look at the bottom and the total jumped to over 70! They were charging 3.95 per item. Are they having a laugh? Maybe 20 for a heavy console and a pile of games but not 4 quid per game.I like CeX normally but Im gonna be dumb if I were to pay that. Surely, they can bundle all of the items up and ship them to the store I selected. Even scummy Sports Direct only charge you once!Less game having, due to excess postal practices.BobwallettPS: the games were: Assassins Creed Valhalla, Gears Tactics, and Evil West.GC: Isnt it likely theyre all coming from different stores?Uncertain futureHave enjoyed the fans back and forth since the Switch 2 reveal. Its interesting to see where gamer sentiment is starting to fall in the days since.Price is obviously the big sticking point and I think both sides of the argument are kind of right. It is very expensive to get set-up on Switch 2, but it is also probably worth it in the long run when you look at the last machine and its first party support. If you already have a PlayStation 5, and can play third parties as intended, I can understand the caution and Im with you, but if youre a Switch-only gamer It is a good deal.Looking at the costs. Youve got the console, a couple of first party games (preferably on cartridge since this is Nintendo after all), the Pro Controller, the camera, a new express memory card, paid updates to older games, old third party games that will be full price releases and a fiver for the instruction manual. This starts to add up very quickly, even if you dont get everything at once, and that should be acknowledged even if you think its good value rather than calling out people for complaining, as some have.Im interested to see how it lands after the initial run of early adopters wanes and the unfolding economic situation starts to bite. Will we see a 3DS repeat? Will Nintendo re-evaluate and take the hit after it becomes apparent the market wont take the initial prices? Im not sure I see cuts if sales are sluggish medium term, but this has to be a mega hit for Nintendo, as all their eggs are in this basket. The units need to get into the hands of gamers no matter what. Maybe some more imaginative trade in scheme for OG Switch owners could work?MarcEvil weekendIve spent my whole weekend gaming and watching films (Heaven) but Ive got back into Resident Evil 5.Its in my top 10 games of all time. Ive played through it about 20 times, and it has the nostalgia with the Lickers and great gunplay. It just came out after Resident Evil 4 so was always compared to that game, whereas I think 5 is more fun.Chris Roidfield is just a legend and everyone loves Sheva hopefully they do remaster the game.SimonModerately hypedWell, the Nintendo Direct definitely got me interested, not super hyped, despite the Switch 2 looking pretty special and possibly more powerful than I hoped to imagine. But it was helped by a rather decent looking Mario Kart World game, which pretty much was exceptionably more than I expected.A world of courses and connected within a larger world, which in all honesty I did not see coming! Though its not something Ive been trying to find information about, as I havent played racing games of any form for a long time.The amount of vehicles and courses is commendable but even more game modes was nice to see. But free roam is pretty interesting and to explore the countryside between races is a nice idea. Definitely one of my favourite games shown.Loving the feel of Donkey Kong Bananzas comic style of gameplay and definitely need to see more of what this game can do, and please have a great soundtrack to accompany it. The first three Donkey Kong soundtracks on the SNES are still the greatest ever, in my own opinion, for this franchise.Not too surprising news about the two Switch mainline Zelda games getting remastered, with some extra locations and dialogue with new scenes possibly. But all good stuff and the same with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.The Duskbloods and Tarnished Edition of Elden Ring was another surprise and Bloodborne vibes happening in The Duskbloods is enticing indeed. Gothic vampire worlds are up my street, especially if FromSoftware are behind it.Although my current Switch has been used for mainly third party indie titles, apart from Zelda, the Switch 2 does show some good ideas for the core Nintendo titles. Switch 2 looks like a sound console for sure and Ill definitely be looking forward to the reactions of gamers and critics to the new guy on the street.AlucardGC: The Zelda games arent getting any new content.Inbox also-ransDo we know if Switch 2s GameCube library will use the new screens bells and whistles or is it just retail games? Id very much like to experience F-Zero GX at 120fps and I doubt Im the only one.ANONGC: They didnt say anything about frame rate, but itll be higher resolution and have online multiplayer.I read that Nintendo really were thinking of calling it the Super Switch. I get why they didnt (what if theres a Switch 3?) but I wish they had.WatsonMore TrendingEmail your comments to: gamecentral@metro.co.ukThe small printNew Inbox updates appear every weekday morning, with special Hot Topic Inboxes at the weekend. 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Trump said he had almost cut a deal with China over TikTok. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images 2025-04-07T02:37:25Z SaveSaved Read in app This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.Have an account? Trump said he got "pretty close" to a deal with China over TikTok.But he said China changed the deal after he increased tariffs on the country to 54%.The president once again extended TikTok's divest-or-ban deadline by 75 days.President Donald Trump said he had almost reached a deal with China on a TikTok sale, but Beijing changed its mind after he announced his new tariffs."We had a deal pretty much for TikTok not a deal but pretty close and then China changed the deal because of the tariffs," Trump said to reporters on Air Force One on Sunday, heading back to Washington after a weekend of golfing in Florida."If I gave a little cut in tariffs, they'd approve that deal in 15 minutes, which shows you the power of tariffs," he added.Trump's comments on Air Force One come after he announced on Friday that he planned to extend the deadline for TikTok's sale.On Truth Social, Trump said he would sign an executive order giving ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese owner, 75 more days to sell its stake in the app or be banned in the US."We do not want TikTok to 'go dark,'" Trump wrote in a Truth Social post on Friday. "We look forward to working with TikTok and China to close the Deal."Trump has been using tariffs as a bargaining chip against China to pressure it into caving on a TikTok deal.On Thursday, the day after he imposed a baseline 10% tariff on imports from all countries and increased China's tariff rate to 54%, he said he would be open to cutting deals with countries over the tariffs only if they were willing to give the US "something that's so phenomenal.""For instance, with TikTok as an example, we have the situation with TikTok, where China will probably say, 'We'll approve a deal, but will you do something on the tariff?'" Trump said to reporters on Air Force One.Before that, on March 26, he said he might give China a "little reduction in tariffs" to "get it done."In response to the US's 34% additional tariffs, China retaliated with its own set of 34% tariffs on all US goods on Friday.Responding toTrump's increased tariffson Wednesday, China's Commerce Ministry said in a statement it would "resolutely take countermeasures to safeguard its own rights and interests."Trump first extended the deadline in January when he entered office, giving ByteDance until April 5 to figure out its game plan. The app went dark briefly for its US users on January 18 before restoring its service.Several parties have expressed interest in buying TikTok, including Trump's former treasury secretary, Steve Mnuchin, Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian, former Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt, and YouTuber MrBeast.Representatives for TikTok, the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C., and Trump did not respond to requests for comment from Business Insider.Recommended video

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has announced it will pause shipments of its UK-made cars to the United States this month, while it figures out how to respond to President Donald Trumps 25% tariff on imported cars.As we work to address the new trading terms with our business partners, we are taking some short-term actions, including a shipment pause in April, as we develop our mid- to longer-term plans, JLR said in a statement sent to various media.Recommended VideosThe British company, famous for its sports-luxury vehicles, said the U.S. market was an important market for its brands, noting that it accounts for nearly a quarter of its global sales, led by the likes of Range Rover Sports, Defenders, and Jaguar F-PACE.Trumps 25% tariff on cars and light trucks imported into the United States took effect on April 3, sending shockwaves throughout the global auto industry.Analysts expect other car makers will also scale back or halt their exports to the U.S.On April 3, Nissan, which is the biggest Japanese vehicle exporter to the United States, announced it will stop taking new U.S. orders for two Mexican-built Infiniti SUVs, the QX50 and QX55.Meanwhile, fellow Japanese automakers Toyota and Honda, along with South Koreas Hyundai, all announced on April 4 that they would not be raising prices, at least over the next couple of months, following the imposition of the U.S. tariffs. However, other Asian automakers, such as Kia and Mazda did not make similar pledges.In surprise moves, European conglomerate Stellantis and Ford, the second largest U.S. automaker, said they would extend their employee-discounted pricing to everyone on select models. Fords discounts will be applicable to Mexican-made models such as the Mustang Mach-E and Maverick

In context: As humanity moves toward building permanent habitats off-Earth, researchers are developing reliable energy systems to support life in extreme environments. They've long studied electrolysis to generate oxygen and hydrogen in space, but low gravity reduces its efficiency. Honda plans to tackle this problem by testing its system aboard the International Space Station. Honda is aiming beyond Earth with plans to test its high-differential pressure water electrolysis system aboard the International Space Station. In partnership with Sierra Space and Tec-Masters, the company hopes the technology will support a regenerative fuel cell system for sustaining life on the Moon and potentially offering scalable energy solutions on Earth.The centerpiece of Honda's effort is a circulative renewable energy system designed to continuously generate oxygen, hydrogen, and electricity. Drawing on decades of fuel cell expertise, the company plans to build infrastructure that uses lunar resources like sunlight and water to support long-term human presence on the Moon.The system operates in a closed loop. During the lunar day, solar panels power the electrolysis process to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. The generated oxygen provides astronauts with breathable air. Meanwhile, the electrolysis plant uses hydrogen and excess oxygen reserves as fuel for electricity. The approach is not unlike closed-loop home solar systems that store excess energy in batteries for nighttime use. Meanwhile, the only byproduct of the process is water, which is recycled back into the system.Honda's high-differential pressure water electrolysis system is compact and lightweight, helping cut transportation costs a key concern for lunar missions. It also stores high-pressure gas in smaller containers to reduce bulk, and by removing mechanical compression, it lowers maintenance needs and boosts reliability for long-term use.Honda plans to test its system's core components in the microgravity aboard the ISS. Sierra Space will lead mission integration, coordinating with NASA to transport materials aboard its Dream Chaser spaceplane. Tec-Masters will provide expertise on ISS technology during the testing phase.Honda formed a Space Development Division within American Honda late last year to strengthen ties between the US space industry and Honda R&D's Space Strategy Office in Japan. By refining its regenerative fuel cell system under extreme conditions, the company aims to demonstrate its potential as a clean, renewable energy source for lunar missions and Earth-based infrastructure. Honda envisions scalable applications that support global decarbonization. // Related Stories

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