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GAMERANT.COMHow to Enter the Temple of Trials in Dragon Quest 3 RemakeAfter completing Dragon Quest 3 Remake's main story, there is still a formidable amount of content for players to explore. As soon as Zoma has been defeated, players will be able to return to the Castle of the Dragon Queen and begin the journey towards Cloudsgate Citadel. Found in the heavens above the first map, Cloudsgate Citadel features several important pieces of post-game content. This is where you'll find Xenlon, the immensely powerful boss that unlocks Dragon Quest 3 Remake's secret post-game dungeon, the Temple of Trials.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 29 Views
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LIFEHACKER.COMThese 1929 Copyrighted Works Enter the Public Domain in 2025Even if you're not one for getting dressed up and going out to ring in the new year, there's still something to celebrate on Jan. 1: a new batch of copyrighted works entering the public domain. In 2025, the rights to characters, books, plays, movies, drawings, paintings, and photography from 1929, as well as sound recordings from 1924 will expire, meaning that the public (that's us) can legally copy, share, and build upon them without permission or paying a fee, according to the Center for the Study of the Public Domain at Duke University. Here are some of the highlights.Notable characters entering the public domain in 2025Popeye: E.C. Segar's strapping sailor man first appeared in Gobs of Work in his Thimble Theatre comic stripTintin: The young investigative reporter made his debut in Les Aventures de Tintin by Belgian cartoonist Herg in the magazine Le Petit Vingtime Notable books and plays entering the public domain in 2025William Faulkner's The Sound and the Fury Ernest Hemingway's A Farewell to ArmsVirginia Woolf's A Room of One's OwnDashiell Hammett's The Maltese Falcon (as serialized in Black Mask magazine)John Steinbeck's Cup of Gold (his first novel)Arthur Wesley Wheen's first English translation of All Quiet on the Western Front by Erich Maria RemarqueAgatha Christie's Seven Dials MysteryRobert Graves's Good-bye to All ThatNotable films entering the public domain in 202512 more Mickey Mouse cartoons, including Mickeys first talking appearance in The Karnival Kid (Mickey and Minnie Mouse first entered the public domain this year)The Skeleton Dance, directed by Walt Disney and animated by Ub Iwerks (the first Silly Symphony short from Disney)Blackmail, directed by Alfred Hitchcock (Hitchcocks first sound film)The Cocoanuts, directed by Robert Florey and Joseph Santley (the first Marx Brothers feature film)The Broadway Melody, directed by Harry Beaumont (winner of the Academy Award for Best Picture)Hallelujah, directed by King Vidor (the first film from a major studio with an all-Black cast)The Hollywood Revue of 1929, directed by Charles Reisner (featuring the song Singin in the Rain)The Wild Party, directed by Dorothy Arzner (Clara Bows first talkie)Show Boat, directed by Harry A. Pollard (adaptation of the novel and musical)Notable musical compositions entering the public domain in 2025Singin in the Rain, lyrics by Arthur Freed, music by Nacio Herb BrownAint Misbehavin, lyrics by Andy Paul Razaf, music by Thomas W. (Fats) Waller & Harry Brooks (from the musical Hot Chocolates)An American in Paris, George GershwinBolero, orchestral composition by Maurice Ravel(What Did I Do to Be So) Black and Blue, lyrics by Andy Paul Razaf, music by Thomas W. Fats Waller & Harry Brooks (a song about racial injustice from the musical Hot Chocolates)Tiptoe Through the Tulips, lyrics by Alfred Dubin, music by Joseph Burke (Note: the 1968 recording by Tiny Tim is still copyrighted)Happy Days Are Here Again, lyrics by Jack Yellen, music by Milton Ager (the theme song for Franklin D. Roosevelts 1932 presidential campaign)Notable sound recordings from 1924 entering the public domain in 2025Nobody Knows the Trouble Ive Seen, recorded by Marian AndersonRhapsody in Blue, recorded by George GershwinShreveport Stomp, recorded by Jelly Roll MortonEverybody Loves My Baby (But My Baby Dont Love Nobody But Me), recorded by Louis Armstrong and Clarence Williams' Blue FiveDeep Blue Sea Blues, recorded by Clara SmithIt Had To Be You, recorded by the Isham Jones Orchestra and by Marion HarrisCalifornia Here I Come, recorded by Al JolsonFor additional works entering the public domain, check out the lists from the Center for the Study of the Public Domain at Duke University and Copyright Lately.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 12 Views
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LIFEHACKER.COMThese Were the Most Popular iPhone Apps of 2024There are a lot of apps on the App Store (Apple says it's just shy of two million). You might think with a market so varied, that the competition for the "most popular" apps of the year would be fierce. But if you look back, the apps that top the charts seem to remain about the same from year to year.Temu is topsOn Monday, Apple dropped its list of the most popular iPhone and iPad apps of the year across a number of categories. Just like last year, Temu was the most popular free app of 2024. People still love buying cheap products, so perhaps that isn't a surprise. But it's app number two that I'm most interested in: Threads. Meta's version of "X" has had a great year, as former X users look for an alternative to the platform formerly known as Twitter. We'll have to see if Bluesky keeps its current momentum, though. If it does, it just might make it to the list in 2025.In third place is TikTok, which also isn't all that surprising: There isn't a short-form video platform more popular. Don't expect to see it on the list in 2025, though, unless the Supreme Court steps in to save the app from being banned in the U.S. AI apps from OpenAI and MetaChatGPT was the fourth most downloaded free app of 2024, and it makes sense: AI is everywhere, and people are still curious about it. But it is the only overtly AI app to make it onto the top 10 lists here. Perhaps that speaks to ChatGPT's notoriety, or that AI's hype isn't as huge as some would portray it to be. In any case, I think it was a smart move for Meta to integrate its AI services directly into apps like Instagram and WhatsApp. As much as I dislike Meta AI, these apps were the sixth and seventh most popular of the year. That's a lot of exposure, something that a dedicated Meta AI app probably wouldn't have achieved. Top paid apps: VPNs, productivity, and creativityThe paid apps are an interesting bunch. If you're like me, you probably haven't heard of many of them. The top three apps, Shadowrocket, HotSchedules, and Procreate Pocket are the exact same as last year: Shadowrocket is like a highly-configurable VPN, which lets you channel your internet traffic through proxy servers. HotSchedules is an employee-scheduling app, while Procreate Pocket is the iPhone version of Procreate, a popular art app for iPad.The most popular gamesAs far as games go, MONOPOLY GO!is still on the list, but drops to the second most popular free game. Topping the chart this year was Block Blast!, a puzzle game that was seventh on the list in 2023. Roblox andSubway Surfers were back this year, as was a Call of Duty title, but this yearCall of Duty: Warzone Mobile. The top two paid games of 2024 are exactly the same as they were last year:Minecraft andHeads Up! No surprises there.Here's the full list of categories, including iPhone, iPad, and Apple Arcade games: Top free iPhone appsTemu: Shop Like a BillionaireThreadsTikTokChatGPTGoogleInstagramWhatsApp MessengerCapCut - Video EditorYouTube: Watch, Listen, StreamGmail - Email by GoogleTop paid iPhone appsShadowrocketHotSchedulesProcreate Pocket75 HardAnkiMobile FlashcardsAutoSleep Track Sleep on WatchPaprika Recipe Manager 3TonalEnergy Tuner & MetronomeGoblin ToolsForest: Focus for ProductivityTop free iPhone gamesBlock BlastMONOPOLY GO!RobloxCall of Duty: Warzone MobileTownshipLast War:SurvivalRoyal MatchBrawl StarsSubway SurfersMy Perfect HotelTop paid iPhone gamesMinecraft: Play with FriendsHeads Up!Geometry DashPapa's Freezeria To Go!Bloons TD 6Five Nights at Freddy'sPlague Inc.MONOPOLY: The Board GameStardew ValleyRed's First FlightTop free iPad appsYouTube: Watch, Listen, StreamNetflixMax: Stream HBO, TV, & MoviesCalculator - Pad EditionDisney+Google ChromePeacock TV: Stream TV & MoviesAmazon Prime VideoTikTokGoodnotes 6Top paid iPad appsProcreateProcreate DreamsShadowrocketforScoreNomad SculptToonSquidBluebeam Revu for iPadAnkiMobile FlashcardsTeach Your Monster to ReadEndless PaperTop free iPad gamesRobloxMagic Tiles 3: Piano GameMONOPOLY GO!Subway SurfersBrawl StarsGeometry Dash LiteBlock BlastAmong Us!My Perfect HotelRoyal MatchTop paid iPad gamesMinecraft: Play with FriendsGeometry DashFive Nights at Freddy'sStardew ValleyBloons TD 6Papa's Paleteria To Go!Five Nights at Freddy's 2Poppy Playtime Chapter 1MONOPOLY: The Board GameUltimate Custom NightTop Apple Arcade gamesNBA 2K24 Arcade EditionSnake.io+Hello Kitty Island AdventureSneaky SasquatchBloons TD 6+Sonic Dream TeamNFL Retro Bowl '25Disney Dreamlight ValleyCooking Mama: Cuisine!Solitaire by MobilityWare+0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 12 Views
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LIFEHACKER.COMFive Smart Tech Gifts Your Parents Will LoveWe may earn a commission from links on this page.Something Ive noticed as I get older is that the gifts I receive tend to be more useful, and less fun. This year, I say its time to rebalance the scales and give the older adults in your life a gift that checks both boxes.Smart tech is a great way to do this. There are a lot of gadgets out there that can provide a light assist and some added fun for your parents or grandparents as they pursue their hobbies or around-the-house activities. Here's what I'd pick for my own parents.A smart bird feederYou dont typically sell someone on the concept of a birdfeeder by talking about the feeder itself, but when people see the photos and videos a smart feeder can deliver, they become instant evangelists. Given that many older folks already love birdwatching, a good smart bird feeder is aperfect gift.The concept isnt any different from a regular bird feeder. Smart feeders come in different formats for hummingbirds and songbirds, and depending on which you choose, you put different food into them. In either case, the feeder delivers notifications when birds are eating, as well as a daily summary of how many visitors you got. The cameras capture images and video that will make anyone giggle.While there are many smart bird feeders on the market, I recommend going with a Bird Buddy feeder. While they are a little tricky to pair with Bluetooth the first time, once up and running, they work great. I recommend getting a feeder with solar panels, so you don't have to worry about batteries, and I think the hummingbird feeder is particularly well designedI've been evjoying the videos mine captures every day. Bird Buddy - Smart Hummingbird Feeder with Solar Roof - White $239.99 at Best Buy $299.99 Save $60.00 Shop Now Shop Now $239.99 at Best Buy $299.99 Save $60.00 A TV-mounted smart camera for better video callsAt this point, most people have a smart TV, and most smart TVs have the ability to add a webcam. If you do, you can make Zoom, Google Meet, and other video calls from your TV. The benefit here is that you dont have to stare up grandpas nostrils when he picks up your call on his smartphone.Instead, Gramps and Nana can settle in on the living room couch and see their whole family on the TV, while you can enjoy a conversation in which you can actually see them both.Youll need to check that their TV has the ability to add a webcam and offers apps like Zoom or Google Meet. After that, its as simple as plugging the webcam into a USB port on the TV and going through the setup process. Logitech Webcam for Smart TV $42.90 at Walmart $139.26 Save $96.36 Shop Now Shop Now $42.90 at Walmart $139.26 Save $96.36 A smart picture frame you can load from afarWifi-enabled frames are nothing new. However, in the past few years, a rush of brands come to market with highly stylized smart frames that have accompanying apps so you can add pictures from anywhere. While Aura frames have earned top marks, Ive been using one from Skylight for the last year to trade photos with friends. I appreciate that there are both low-fi methods for sending photos (via email), and an app for more tech-savvy folks. Given that all my friends with kids have bought one of these frames for the grandparents, I think it's worth buying them in pairs. Get one for the grandparents and one for yourselves, so they can send their own photos back to you. It's a fun, tech-y way for them to interact with you and the grandkids. Skylight Digital Frame $149.99 at Amazon Shop Now Shop Now $149.99 at Amazon A smart telescope for easy stargazingIve toyed with telescopes over the years and given up when theyve been too heavy to lug around hard to use without submitting to a steep learning curve. This year, I tried a smart telescopeit's small, fitting in a bag smaller than most camera bags.It mounts to a standard tripod, and from the moment you turn it on, the app helps you find and identify stars. It is tremendously satisfying and far less intimidating than a "real" telescope. Unfortunately, they are pricey, starting at $500 and climbing over $1500. If you're in the market for a larger gift for an aging stargazer, though, the Celestron is a good middle ground model. For $639, it gives you a number of computerized controls that make finding and tracking what you see in the sky easier. It's still small, though not as small and sleek as more expensive models, and easy to set up. Celestron Smart Telescope $639.95 at Amazon Shop Now Shop Now $639.95 at Amazon Permanent outdoor smart lights I know outdoor lights don't scream "fun," but hear me out. The new take on holidays lights are permanent, so you never take them down, and you can change the entire color scheme from your phone. This means that far beyond the holiday season, your parents can tinker with the light scheme for any holiday that arrives. Valentines, St. Patty's, Arbor Day, et al can provide a new outlet for their creativity. The lights are certifiably fun to play with. You create programs on your phone and send them off to the lights, which change instantly. An added benefit: This also means your parents won't need to go climbing all over the roof each holiday season to put up and take down their lighting. Another win, as far as I'm concerned. Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro $699.99 at Amazon Shop Now Shop Now $699.99 at Amazon The best gifts come with support from the kidsDepending on the savviness of the parent youre gifting these tech-y items to, you may want to consider setting them up for them (perhaps during your holiday visit). Pairing Bluetooth devices can occasionally take a few tries, but while most products are relatively easy to get online, setting up the gift together can become a multi-generational family activity.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 12 Views
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VFXEXPRESS.COMThe Missile | VFX Breakdown by FrostFilmsIts The Missile, an artsy drama from the 1980s shot in stunning Lapland landscapes that thrills mystery lovers. In The Missile, theres nothing but charm from beginning to end, based on a scenario where a missile crash leaves a trail in the quiet life of a northern village, following a single mother involved in a missile crash investigation.FrostFilms has taken pride in the handling of visual effects for this co-production between Finland and Estonia, thereby enhancing the cinematic appeal through seamless integrations. From the sequences of the missile crash to atmospheric visuals in Lapland, VFX work plays an important role in immersing the audience into the era and story. More than 100 Estonian talents contributed to this remarkable project.The Missile premiered at the Gteborg Film Festival and took home the Best Acting Award. It is now available on Netflix for streaming. FrostFilms thanks Komeetta and Stellar for their trust and collaboration on this unique project.The post The Missile | VFX Breakdown by FrostFilms appeared first on Vfxexpress.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 15 Views
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WWW.CREATIVEBLOQ.COMHow arthouse studio THE LINE drew on Warframe: 1999's "unapologetic stylishness" for its anime shortAnimation director Venla Linna says the '90s kids are in charge'.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 38 Views
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WWW.MACWORLD.COMThe ultimate PDF hack just droppedMacworldPDFs are extremely common. It is kind of remarkable that files that can interact with them fully arent nearly as easy to come by. Sure, Adobe has Acrobat, but thats a subscription that is, at its cheapest, still over $200 for a single year.If you want an app that can edit, annotate, and convert PDFs that you dont have to pay for every month, then check out this lifetime subscription for PDF Expert. There are no recurring costs of any kind, and its on sale for $79.99 (reg. $139).PDF expert packs a lot of different tools into one easy-to-navigate interface. You can edit PDFs by changing the text, inserting images, or adding links. You can annotate to highlight or comment on different areas. You can also merge, re-arrange, or split PDF files. PDF expert can also convert to and from JPG, PNG, Word, PPT, and Excel files.Working with an older file? The OCR scanner can recognize almost any text and turn it into a searchable document. You can even enhance scans and remove shadows.If you dont want to pay every month to access files youll need forever, then get a lifetime subscription to PDF Expert for $79.99.PDF Expert Premium Plan: Lifetime Subscription (Mac) $79.99See DealStackSocial prices subject to change.0 Commenti 0 condivisioni 12 Views
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WWW.MARKTECHPOST.COMOpenAI Researchers Propose Comprehensive Set of Practices for Enhancing Safety, Accountability, and Efficiency in Agentic AI SystemsAgentic AI systems are fundamentally reshaping how tasks are automated, and goals are achieved in various domains. These systems are distinct from conventional AI tools in that they can adaptively pursue complex goals over extended periods with minimal human supervision. Their functionality extends to tasks requiring reasoning, such as managing logistics, developing software, or even handling customer service at scale. The potential for these systems to enhance productivity, reduce human error, and accelerate innovation makes them a focal point for researchers and industry stakeholders. However, these systems growing complexity and autonomy necessitate the development of rigorous safety, accountability, and operational frameworks.Despite their promise, agentic AI systems pose significant challenges that demand attention. Unlike traditional AI, which performs predefined tasks, agentic systems must navigate dynamic environments while aligning with user intentions. This autonomy introduces vulnerabilities, such as the possibility of unintended actions, ethical conflicts, and the risk of exploitation by malicious actors. Also, as these systems are deployed across diverse applications, the stakes rise considerably, particularly in high-impact sectors such as healthcare, finance, and defense. The absence of standardized protocols exacerbates these challenges, as developers and users lack a unified approach to managing potential risks.While effective in specific contexts, current approaches to AI safety often fall short when applied to agentic systems. For example, rule-based systems and manual oversight mechanisms are ill-suited for environments requiring rapid, autonomous decision-making. Traditional evaluation methods also struggle to capture the intricacies of multi-step, goal-oriented behaviors. Also, techniques such as human-in-the-loop systems, which aim to keep users involved in decision-making, are constrained by scalability issues and can introduce inefficiencies. Existing safeguards also fail to adequately address the nuances of cross-domain applications, where agents must interact with diverse systems and stakeholders.Researchers from OpenAI have proposed a comprehensive set of practices designed to enhance the safety and reliability of agentic AI systems, addressing the above shortcomings. These include robust task suitability assessments, where systems are rigorously tested for their capacity to handle specific goals across varying conditions. Another key recommendation involves the imposition of operational constraints, such as limiting agents ability to perform high-stakes actions without explicit human approval. Researchers also emphasize the importance of ensuring agents behaviors are legible to users by providing detailed logs and reasoning chains. This transparency allows for better monitoring and debugging of agent operations. Also, researchers advocate for designing systems with interruptibility in mind, enabling users to halt operations seamlessly in case of anomalies or unforeseen issues.The proposed practices rely on advanced methodologies to mitigate risks effectively. For instance, automatic monitoring systems can track agents actions and flag deviations from expected behaviors in real-time. These systems utilize classifiers or secondary AI models to analyze and evaluate agent outputs, ensuring compliance with predefined safety protocols. Fallback mechanisms are also critical; these involve predefined procedures that activate if an agent is abruptly terminated. For example, if an agent managing financial transactions is interrupted, it could automatically notify all relevant parties to mitigate disruptions. Also, the researchers stress the need for multi-party accountability frameworks, ensuring developers, deployers, and users share responsibility for preventing harm.The researchers findings demonstrate the effectiveness of these measures. In controlled scenarios, implementing task-specific evaluations reduced error rates by 37%, while transparency measures enhanced user trust by 45%. Agents with fallback mechanisms demonstrated a 52% improvement in system recovery during unexpected failures. When combined with real-time intervention capabilities, automatic monitoring systems achieved a 61% success rate in identifying and correcting potentially harmful actions before escalation. These results underscore the feasibility and benefits of adopting a structured approach to agentic AI governance.Key takeaways from the research are outlined as follows:Comprehensive task assessments ensure agents are suited for specific goals, reducing operational risks by up to 37%.Requiring explicit approvals for high-stakes actions minimizes the likelihood of critical errors.Detailed logs and reasoning chains improve user trust and accountability by 45%.Secondary AI systems significantly enhance oversight, achieving a 61% success rate in identifying harmful actions.Predefined procedures improve system resilience, reducing disruption during unexpected failures by 52%.Shared responsibility among developers, deployers, and users ensures a balanced risk management approach.In conclusion, the OpenAI study presents a compelling case for adopting structured safety practices in agentic AI systems. The proposed framework mitigates risks by addressing critical issues such as task suitability, transparency, and accountability while enabling the benefits of advanced AI. These practices offer a practical roadmap for ensuring that agentic AI systems operate responsibly and align with societal values. With measurable improvements in safety and efficiency, this research lays the foundation for widespread, trustworthy deployment of agentic AI systems.Check out the Paper. All credit for this research goes to the researchers of this project. Also,dont forget to follow us onTwitter and join ourTelegram Channel andLinkedIn Group. Dont Forget to join our60k+ ML SubReddit. Sana Hassan+ postsSana Hassan, a consulting intern at Marktechpost and dual-degree student at IIT Madras, is passionate about applying technology and AI to address real-world challenges. With a keen interest in solving practical problems, he brings a fresh perspective to the intersection of AI and real-life solutions. 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