Civilization VII is getting a VR port soon, but itll be exclusive to Metas most recent headsets. Meta, 2K and Firaxis Games announced this weekend that the franchises latest entry will be available on Meta Quest 3 and 3S in Spring 2025. Players will have the option to freely switch between virtual and mixed reality as they wish. Per the release:In virtual reality, players are transported to an ornate museum as they look out onto a vista personalized to their leader; in mixed reality, the Command Table adapts to its placement in a player's physical space. Detailed dioramas can be viewed in The Archives, a room in your museum dedicated to your gameplay achievements displayed in both virtual and mixed reality.Theres no exact release date or price just yet, but you can wishlist it on the Meta Horizon Store. Civilization VII became available for Advanced Access buyers on PC and consoles a few days ago, and reviews have so far been pretty rough. It opens up for everyone else on February 11.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ar-vr/civilization-7-is-coming-to-meta-quest-3-and-3s-this-spring-221250061.html?src=rss

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Most chairs are designed for the everyday act of sitting at a desk, relaxing, or enjoying a meal. But what about those who require a more dynamic and specialized seating experience? Painters, for example, often work on vertical canvases, require a chair that offers mobility, support, and freedom of movement. Industrial design student Teo Primo Frizzarin recognized this need and developed the Leo chair, a concept specifically designed for artists.Designer: Teo Primo Frizzarin Frizzarin, studying at ECAL (University of Art and Design Lausanne), focused his efforts on creating a chair that caters to the unique demands of working with a vertical surface. The Leo chair aims to provide painters with enhanced mobility and crucial arm support, essential for the creation of their masterpieces. The name itself, Leo, likely evokes the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci, hinting at the chairs artistic purpose. The Leo chair draws inspiration from the form and function of a horse saddle. This design provides a stable seat while simultaneously granting the user greater freedom of movement compared to a traditional chair. You get a conventional looking backrest but it also appears to be an arm support, which is probably whats needed more. This support is not only adjustable in height but also in position, accommodating the varied postures and angles painters adopt while working. This adaptability is key, as artists often shift their positions and reach across the canvas as their work progresses. The prototype of the Leo chair showcases its mobility-enhancing features, including integrated wheels. These wheels allow the artist to easily maneuver around their workspace, retrieving paints, brushes, solvents, or other materials without needing to stand up and disrupt their creative flow. This thoughtful detail addresses the practical needs of painters who often require quick access to a variety of tools and supplies.Frizzarins innovative design earned him a Trs Bien mention for his diploma project, suggesting a promising future for the Leo chair. This recognition underscores the potential market for specialized furniture that caters to the specific requirements of artists. Currently, painters often rely on standard chairs, rolling chairs, or swivel chairs, none of which are perfectly optimized for the demands of their craft. The Leo chair offers a compelling alternative, potentially revolutionizing the way artists interact with their workspace. While still a concept, the Leo chair represents a significant step towards a more ergonomic and artist-centric approach to furniture design. It raises the question: will the Leo chair become the new standard for artists seating, or will it inspire further innovation in this often-overlooked area of design?The post Leo concept chair lets painters have more mobility while working on canvas first appeared on Yanko Design.

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February 10: Feast day of Saint Scholastica (Christianity); National Memorial Day of the Exiles and Foibe in ItalyDelegates at the Inter-Allied Women's Conference1355 A tavern dispute between students of the University of Oxford and townspeople in Oxford became a riot that left about 90 people dead.1919 The Inter-Allied Women's Conference (delegates pictured) opened as a counterpart to the Paris Peace Conference, marking the first time that women were allowed formal participation in an international treaty negotiation.1939 Spanish Civil War: The Nationalists concluded their conquest of Catalonia and sealed the border with France.2009 The Russian satellites Iridium33 and Kosmos2251 destroyed each other in the first accidental hypervelocity collision between two intact satellites in low Earth orbit.Ira Remsen (b.1846)Edith Clarke (b.1883)Joseph Lister (d.1912)Joan Curran (d.1999)More anniversaries: February 9February 10February 11ArchiveBy emailList of days of the yearAbout

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Our Experts Written by Andrew Lanxon Written by Patrick Holland Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Why You Can Trust CNET 16171819202122232425+ Years of Experience 14151617181920212223 Hands-on Product Reviewers 6,0007,0008,0009,00010,00011,00012,00013,00014,00015,000 Sq. Feet of Lab Space How we test CNETs expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to consider iOS or Android If your family and friends are on Apple services like iMessage and FaceTime, stick with an iPhone. If youve been deep on Samsung, stay on Android. Know that switching between the two has never been easier. Size Phones are large in general with the smallest ones having a 6.1-inch screen and large models topping out at 6.8 inches. That makes visiting a store and trying a phone out before you buy it quite important. Cameras Phone cameras have gotten better over the past five years. Dont be fooled by how many cameras a phone has; more is not necessarily better. Software support Phone makers promise varying lengths of long-term software and security support ranging from just one year to as many as seven. These updates not only ensure you get many of the latest features but also keep your phone secure. Table of Contents Our Picks The only truly small phone Apple iPhone SE (2022) View details $429 at Apple View details Best smaller Android phone Google Pixel 8A View details $400 at Best Buy View details Best flip phone Motorola Razr Plus (2024) View details $760 at Best Buy View details Best high-performance smaller iPhone Apple iPhone 16 View details $830 at T-Mobile View details Best flip phone for Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 View details $1,100 at Samsung View details Table of Contents It used to be that the most desirable phones were the smallest ones. These days, the opposite is true, with bigger definitely seen as better. The most recent iPhone 16 Pro Max comes in at a huge 6.86 inches, while both the Pixel 9 Pro XL is 6.8 inches and Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra measures 6.9 inches. Unfortunately, if you want a small phone, your options are limited and only getting more so over time. Apple discontinued its iPhone Mini line after 2021's iPhone 13 Mini. While both Apple and Google offer two sizes of their phones, even the smaller models are well over 6 inches, so you'll need to alter your definition of "small" to "relatively small."What's the best small phone right now?In an earlier version of this list I didn't include any phones over 6 inches in size. Today, that would leave only one phone:Apple's 2022 iPhone SE with its 4.7-inch display. It's unquestionably the smallest phone currently available new and is the only truly small phone I'd recommend if you insist on having a phone under 6 inches. Rumors point to Apple launching a new version of the iPhone SE soon.The only small Android phone launched recently is the Asus Zenfone 10. It's got a 5.9-inch display and a rare 3.5mm headphone jack, but it has disappointing camera performance and it will only receive four years of security support, meaning this phone will only be safe to use until 2027, giving it a short lifespan. As a result, I don't recommend this phone.Best small phones of 2025 Photo Gallery 1/1 Pros Smallest display size you can buy Affordable price Good enough performance for everyday essentials Cons Single rear camera is limiting No support for Apple Intelligence Large bezel makes the phone bigger than it needs to be Screen size 4.7 inchesProcessor Apple A15 BionicCameras 12-megapixel (wide), 7-megapixel (selfie)Colors Red, midnight, starlight With its 4.7-inch display, the iPhone SE is the smallest phone you can buy new right now. And at $430, it's a hell of a lot cheaper than the base iPhone 16 too. For that money you get the latest iOS 18, a capable single rear camera and an A15 Bionic processor that's powerful enough for most tasks.What you won't get is USB-C charging, MagSafe wireless charging or Apple Intelligence -- the company's new AI platform. The 2022 SE is a solid option (also the only option) if you want a phone much below 6 inches in size, but there's no question that it feels outdated compared to today's iPhones. It's worth keeping in mind too that its display, while small, is boxed in by large bezels, especially on the top and bottom, making the physical dimensions of the phone not that much smaller than the base iPhone 16.

Our Experts Written by Sareena Dayaram Written by Patrick Holland Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Why You Can Trust CNET 16171819202122232425+ Years of Experience 14151617181920212223 Hands-on Product Reviewers 6,0007,0008,0009,00010,00011,00012,00013,00014,00015,000 Sq. Feet of Lab Space How we test CNETs expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. What to consider iOS or Android If your family and friends are on Apple services like iMessage and FaceTime, stick with an iPhone. If youve been deep on Samsung, stay on Android. Know that switching between the two has never been easier. Size Phones are large in general with the smallest ones having a 6.1-inch screen and large models topping out at 6.8 inches. That makes visiting a store and trying a phone out before you buy it quite important. Cameras Phone cameras have gotten better over the past five years. Dont be fooled by how many cameras a phone has; more is not necessarily better. Software support Phone makers promise varying lengths of long-term software and security support ranging from just one year to as many as seven. These updates not only ensure you get many of the latest features but also keep your phone secure. Table of Contents Our Picks Best Travel Phone Apple iPhone 16 View details $830 at T-Mobile View details Best Android phone for travel Samsung Galaxy S25 View details $800 at Best Buy View details Best budget-friendly travel phone Google Pixel 8A View details $400 at Best Buy View details Best travel phone for content creation Google Pixel 9 View details Buy a Google Pixel 9, get $100 store credit $800 at T-Mobile View details Best travel flip phone Motorola Razr Plus (2024) View details $760 at Best Buy View details Best travel flip phone if you can afford it Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 View details $1,100 at Samsung View details Table of Contents Kimanzi Constable / Zooey Liao, CNETIf you have an upcoming trip and are considering upgrading your phone for your travels, we're here to help. A solid travel phone should have a long battery life, water and dust protection, support for multiple SIM cards and versatile cameras. From the iPhone 16 series to the foldable Galaxy Z Flip 6, there's no shortage of smartphone options for a perfect travel companion. To simplify the decision, we've rounded up our top picks for the best travel phone of 2025 across various categories. Each phone on this list has been thoroughly reviewed and tested, and you'll find iPhone and Android options.What's the best travel phone for most people?Apple's iPhone 16 supports multiple eSIM cards making it convenient for travelers who need to use a temporary local eSIM in addition to their regular one.On the Android side, we recommend the Samsung Galaxy S25, a fundamentally excellent phone. It has a long battery life, water- and dust resistance and four cameras. One of the cameras has a telephoto lens for zooming into faraway subjects (handy if you spot a wild animal and don't want to get up close) or simply for capturing local foods you might be enjoying. Photo Gallery 1/1