NASA TV is shutting down in August. The space agency is saying goodbye to its cable channel, which is available on Dish, DirecTV and similar services, as well as on local television providers. Going forward, it will put all its focus on NASA+, its on-demand streaming service that will serve as home to all its documentaries and live event coverage.NASA+ has apparently gained four times more viewership than the agency's traditional cable channel since it was launched in November last year. "In a universe where the way we consume information is rapidly changing, NASA+ is helping us inspire and connect with our current generation of explorers: the Artemis Generation," said Marc Etkind from NASA's Office of CommunicationThe agency's streaming service is completely free and doesn't have ads. Viewers can access it via the official NASA app for iOS and Android when they're on mobile devices, but they can also get the agency's app for Roku, Apple TV or Fire TV if they want to watch on a bigger screen. To watch NASA's coverage and shows on a computer, users can visit the official NASA+ website on their browsers.In addition to announcing its cable channel's closure, NASA has also revealed its upcoming lineup for new shows, episodes and live event coverage. One of the upcoming documentaries entitled Planetary Defenders tackles humanity's efforts at asteroid detection and planetary defense, while Our Alien Earth will show NASA scientists' field work in the most extreme environments all over the world to aid in the discovery of extraterrestrial life in the universe.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/nasa-will-shut-down-nasa-tv-on-cable-to-focus-on-nasa-120015334.html?src=rss

Samsung has released new 1TB capacity models of its Pro Plus and Evo Select microSD cards. These are Samsung's first 1TB microSD cards, making them perfect for anyone looking to maximize their smartphone, Steam Deck, or Nintendo Switch's storage space. You can order new 1TB microSD cards from Amazon and Samsung's online store, and the Evo Select model is available at a special $90 launch deal price (normally $100). It's temporarily out of stock at Amazon, but you can still order it and it'll ship once available. The 1TB Pro Plus model is in stock and available for $120. Get 1TB Pro Plus at Amazon Get 1TB EVO Select at Amazon Samsung 1TB Pro Plus and 1TB Evo Select microSD CardsSamsung 1TB Evo Select microSD Card (160MB/s) -- $90 ($100) | Also at SamsungSamsung 1TB Pro Plus microSD Card (180MB/s) -- $120 | Also at SamsungBoth of these 1TB Samsung cards have U3 ratings (Ultra-High Speed Class 3). These are high performance cards with fast enough transfer speeds to write and read 4K video. Either of these cards will work great with your Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch, too. The Pro Plus offers a moderate bump in average transfer speed, as it's capable of writing up to 180MB/s versus the Evo Select's 160MB/s.The 1TB Evo Select, in particular, offers pretty great value at $90. You're getting a card that's faster than the 1TB SanDisk Ultra--the most popular microSD card--for roughly the same price. Samsung's Pro Plus cards are excellent, but it is on the pricier side compared to both the Evo Select and cards with comparable speeds from competitors, such as the SanDisk Extreme, which is discounted to $92.60 and offers up to 190MB/s transfer speeds.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Preorder The World Of Minecraft Standard Edition $28 (was $40) Preorder at Amazon Preorder The World Of Minecraft Special Edition $225 (was $250) Preorder at Amazon Minecraft is one of the wildest success stories in video game history. What started as a simple one-man project in 2009 ballooned into one of the best-selling games of all time that now ranks among the likes of Super Mario Bros., Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto V, and Pokemon Red/Blue as one of those rare generation-defining games for millions of players. And soon, fans will get a first-hand look into Minecraft's development with the upcoming The World of Minecraft book.Created by Mojang Studios and set to be published by Random House Worlds later this year, The World of Minecraft is a 224-page packed with rare production materials, in-game lore, and real-world history about the game's development, making it the most comprehensive source of Minecraft information to date. The book will be available in two versions: A standard hardcover edition that launches on October 15, and a numbered limited edition that drops two weeks later on October 29. Both editions are available for preorder at Amazon.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Saint-14's shotgun, Perfect Paradox, was a serious powerhouse in Destiny 2 when it was released way back in the Curse of Osiris expansion, and then again during the Season of Dawn. It's been a while, but Echoes Act 2 has brought the weapon back in a big way with a new perk pool. It's still a powerhouse with the right roll and is great for melee-centric builds, particularly in PvE. Here's how you can get Perfect Paradox and the god rolls you should be chasing.Table of Contents [hide]How To Get Perfect ParadoxHow To Get Perfect ParadoxLike the other reprised Season of Dawn weapons in this episode, Perfect Paradox is now part of the overall loot pool, so you can get it from Episode activities. That means you might get Perfect Paradox as a reward from Breach Executable, Enigma Protocol, or the newly released Nessus Battlegrounds missions.Perfect Paradox is a guaranteed reward for completing the story of Echoes Act 2, so no matter what, completing the episode's story quests will get you one. Once it's in your loot pool, you can visit Failsafe in the HELM to focus Echoes engrams into new Perfect Paradox rolls.Continue Reading at GameSpot

The Tesla Cybertruck has been the subject of jokes and memes since the very moment it was announced, and they didn't slow down at all once the thing came out earlier this year--its launch was greeted with all sorts of severe issues, which have sparked multiple recalls. Now, the Fortnite version of the Cybertruck is finally here, too, and it's introduced at least one game-breaking bug to battle royale.Right now, the Cybertruck SUV car body is available for free through a series of quests in Fortnite, and July 31 was the first day the vehicle skin could be earned. But it took roughly five minutes of use before folks discovered a fatal flaw with their Cybertrucks: It rendered their Nitro Fists unusable for the remainder of the match. The bug also affects the Ship in a Bottle item, though at least that isn't super important for this season's meta. A lack of Nitro Fists, on the other hand, could get you killed, since they're the season's primary traversal item and are also very effective in a close-range fight.What happens is that transforming the standard SUV into a Cybertruck during a round of battle royale will cause your character to twitch oddly every time you try to fire off either your Nitro Fists or the Ship in a Bottle, and the effect persists for the rest of the match. If you see a Cybertruck that somebody else made, it's apparently safe to use. But if you're using the Cybertruck as your SUV skin, this is simply going to be a thing you have to deal with.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Disney is responsible for some of the best movies of the past 100 years, and now you can dive into the studio's history for cheap with The Walt Disney Film Archives (Hardcover). The book features over 500 pages of concept art, essays, and in-depth knowledge about films like Snow White, Fantasia, and The Jungle Book. Typically sold for $30, you can pick it up for just $17.The Walt Disney Film Archives: 1921-1968 (Hardcover) -- $17 ($30)The Walt Disney Film Archives Expanded: 1921-1968 (Hardcover) -- $46 ($100)The Star Wars Archives: 1977-1983 (Hardcover) -- $18 ($30)The Star Wars Archives: 1999-2005 (Hardcover) -- $24 ($30)The James Bond Archives (Hardcover) -- $60 ($100)The Stanley Kubrick Archives (Hardcover) -- $15 ($25)The book focuses on animated movies produced between 1921 and 1968, so don't expect to see any modern hits. Instead, you'll get a deep dive into the films that put the studio on the map.If you want even more Disney goodness, you'll find an expanded version of The Walt Disney Film Archives that features over 600 pages and 1,500 images. This edition is arguably the better deal, as it's on sale for $46 (down from $100)--which is close to its lowest price ever.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Franchise mode in Madden NFL 25 will undergo some significant changes. To add an extra level of immersion, Madden NFL 25 now includes personality management and storylines, changes to how the draft is done, and more.The draft will now include a simulated event that's meant to mirror how the NFL draft is played out in the real world. As for picking out new rookies, Madden NFL 25 is introducing a new draft prospect board. The new prospect board will update in real-time and is meant to help players navigate through the list with ease. At the end of the draft, there'll also be a guide for players to look at to let them know how well they did.In addition to the draft and personality management, storylines will put players in positions that coaches are commonly in, such as talking to the press about trade rumors, ensuring players are working out during the off-season, and building a team culture. They'll also need to make promises to players, and whether they're kept or not will determine how they play throughout the season.Continue Reading at GameSpot