Image: NintendoAlarmo is still only available in limited supply in a lot of regions, but in the US this unique sound clock has now been made available to every My Nintendo Store user. In other words, you no longer need to have a Switch Online membership to be able to purchase one.This product is available "while supplies last" and will set you back $99.99 USD. The clock also requires a software update via wifi to get the latest scene updates.Nintendo of America: "Nintendo Sound Clock: #Alarmo is now available on My Nintendo store, no Nintendo Switch Online membership required. Available while supplies last."Unfortunately, in other regions like Europe, the wider launch for Alarmo has been delayed from mid-January to "early March".Some of themes included with Alarmo highlight popular Switch games like Super Mario Odyssey, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Splatoon 3. There's also a new theme based on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Can Hyrules destiny really depend on such a lazy boy?Mario Kart 8 Deluxe scenes available nowHitting snoozeAre you interested in something like Alarmo? Have you already got this sound clock? Let us know in the comments.[source nintendo.com]Share:00 Liam is a news writer and reviewer for Nintendo Life and Pure Xbox. He's been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of Mario and Master Chief. Hold on there, you need to login to post a comment...Related ArticlesNintendo Talks About Future Switch Support Ahead Of Switch 2 Launch"We would like to continue releasing new titles"Metroid Prime First 4 Figures 'Samus Phazon Suit' Sneak Peek, Pre-Orders Open SoonUpdate: Here's a teaser of the light-up collector's edition98 Games You Should Pick Up In Nintendo's 'Play On' eShop Sale (Europe)Every game we scored 9/10 or higherNintendo President Reiterates Switch Online Will "Continue To Be Available" For Switch 2"We will continue to provide comprehensive services"Forget Microsoft, Another Company Apparently Wanted To Buy Nintendo Back In The DayTalk about 'What If...'

Ride-share giant Uber filed a lawsuit Friday against DoorDash, accusing the delivery outfit of stifling competition by intimidating restaurant owners into exclusive deals.Uber alleges in the lawsuit, filed in Superior Court of California, that its chief rival bullied restaurants into only working with DoorDash. Uber claims that DoorDash, which holds the largest share of the food delivery market in the U.S., threatens restaurants with multimillion-dollar penalties or the removal or demotion of the businesses position on the DoorDash app.Specifically, Uber claims DoorDash pressures restaurants to strike exclusive or near-exclusive agreements for first-party delivery services, meaning that DoorDash insists on solely handling orders placed through restaurants own websites, says Uber.Ubers case has no merit, said a DoorDash spokesperson in an email to TechCrunch on Friday. Their claims are unfounded and based on their inability to offer merchants, consumers, or couriers a quality alternative.DoorDash and Uber Eats are best known for their respective apps to connect restaurant, consumers and gig economy workers. Consumers use the apps to find and order food like pizza, egg rolls, or pad thai from restaurants. A gig economy worker then picks up and delivers the food to the consumer.But the two companies also compete with their own white-label delivery services called Uber Direct and DoorDash Drive on-Demand which both launched in 2020. These services are cheaper for restaurants, allowing patrons to order directly from the restaurants own apps and websites, while Uber and DoorDash manage the couriers behind the scenes.Uber claims in its suit that DoorDash handles first-party deliveries for more than 90% of the largest enterprise restaurants in America, and it alleges DoorDash used anticompetitive practices to win the market.More than 1 million merchants partner with Uber Eats because weve helped them to reach more customers and provided them the freedom to decide how they want to grow their businesses with delivery, Sarfraz Maredia, head of the Americas for delivery at Uber, said in an emailed statement. Weve increasingly heard complaints from restaurants that DoorDashs tactics are limiting that freedom and punishing them for seeking better options. We hope this filing puts an end to those unfair practices so that restaurants can choose whats best for them without fear of penalty or retribution.In one example from the lawsuit, Uber says that an unnamed significant restaurant company told the company it would not move forward with a long-planned rollout of Uber Direct across several of its restaurant brands. The reason, Uber claims, is because DoorDash allegedly threatened to increase the rates it charges the restaurant company to use DoorDashs third-party delivery services if it continued to use Uber Direct.Uber says this was not a one-off event, but rather that multiple customer have told the company they feel like theyhave a gun to their head, that DoorDash is a monopolist, and that they are being bullied byDoorDash.Uber has requested a jury trial; the company did not specify the amount of damages in the complaint. However, Uber claims these anticompetitive practices have cost the company millions of dollars in revenue and also restricted the growth of Uber Direct.

In BriefPosted:2:51 PM PST February 14, 2025Image Credits:FigureFigure AI is in talks to raise $1.5B at 15x its last valuationSilicon Valley-based robotics startup Figure AI is in talks to raise a massive $1.5 billion round at a $39.5 billion valuation, Bloomberg reports.Thats a whopping 15 times higher than Figures $2.6 billion post-money valuation for its $675 million Series B last year. Figures current round is expected to be led by Align Ventures and Parkway Venture Capital, Bloomberg reported.Figure builds humanoid robots for commercial and residential purposes. Humanoid robots are all the rage thanks to the AI boom: Austin-based Apptronik just raised $350 million while Meta is reportedly looking to get into robotics, too.Figure has already sold some robots to BMW. Its founder Brett Adcock posted last month that Figure has signed on a second (unnamed) commercial customer and sees the potential to ship 100,000 humanoid robots.Figure declined to comment.Topics

How to solve today's Wordle.SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesLooking for Fridays Wordle hints, clues and answer? You can find them here:Valentines Day has come and gone. I hope everyone had a lovely evening, perhaps watching some new streaming shows and movies (the type youd find in my weekend streaming guide, perchance) and eating something tasty.My Valentines Day was super mellow. Mostly I just worked, but my kids made dinner so that was a nice treat. In any case, its Saturday now and we have a Wordle to solve!How To Solve Todays WordleThe Hint: Nixon was not one, according to Nixon.The Clue: This Wordle has a double letter.Okay, spoilers below!...The Answer:Today's WordleScreenshot: Erik KainWordle AnalysisEvery day I check Wordle Bot to help analyze my guessing game. You can check your Wordles with Wordle Bot right here. A fairly solid start to my guessing game today, and then one unlucky guess at the end. BRAID was surprisingly effective despite only getting one green box. Just 85 words remained. SCOPE only slashed that to 6 and from here I very nearly wrapped this up on Guess #3. I was one letter off with CROCK. I should have guessed CROOK! Crime really does pay!Competitive Wordle ScoreToday's Wordle BotScreenshot: Erik KainPlay Puzzles & Games on ForbesI get 0 points for guessing in four and -1 for losing to the Bot. Oh well!How To Play Competitive WordleGuessing in 1 is worth 3 points; guessing in 2 is worth 2 points; guessing in 3 is worth 1 point; guessing in 4 is worth 0 points; guessing in 5 is -1 points; guessing in 6 is -2 points and missing the Wordle is -3 points.If you beat your opponent you get 1 point. If you tie, you get 0 points. And if you lose to your opponent, you get -1 point. Add it up to get your score. Keep a daily running score or just play for a new score each day.Fridays are 2XP, meaning you double your pointspositive or negative.You can keep a running tally or just play day-by-day. Enjoy!Todays Wordle EtymologyThe word "crook" originates from the Old English crc, meaning "hook" or "bent object," which itself comes from Proto-Germanic krkaz (meaning "hook" or "bend"). This is related to Old Norse krkr and Middle Dutch croec.Over time, "crook" evolved to mean anything bent or curved (e.g., a shepherds crook). By the 13th century, it also took on a figurative sense of "dishonest person" or "criminal," likely derived from the idea of someone morally "bent" rather than straight or upright.Let me know how you fared with your Wordle today on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Also be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel and follow me here on this blog where I write about games, TV shows and movies when Im not writing puzzle guides. Sign up for my newsletter for more reviews and commentary on entertainment and culture.

Canon Selphy QX20MSRP$149.99 Score Details Canon's Selphy QX20 is a fun, portable photo printer that's great for journaling, with two sizes of sticker paper and creative layout options in the mobile app.ProsHigh-quality photo printsSupports two paper sizesIt's tiny for a dye-sub printer40 seconds per photoCharges in a 80 minutesConsLimited battery lifeCost per print is highTable of ContentsTable of ContentsSpecsDesignPrinting performanceSpecial featuresSoftware and compatibilityPriceIs this the printer for you?The Canon Selphy QX20 is a tiny, portable printer that can fit into a small bag or an expanding pocket on cargo pants and sports jackets. It runs on battery power and prints on wallet-size glossy sticker paper. While it isnt as versatile as the best photo printers, it could be a perfect solution for printing on the go and at special events.Recommended VideosThe Selphy QX20 sounds like a lot of fun, so I went hands-on to check its quality, speed, and battery life. If it offers enough value, Canons newest Selphy might earn a place on our list of the best portable printers.Canon Selphy QX20Dimensions4.0 x 5.7 x 1.3 inchesWeight1 poundPrint speed40 seconds per photoPrint resolution287 x 287 dpiPortsUSB-C (charging)Paper capacity10 sheetsWi-FiWi-Fi Direct 802.11b/g, single bandCanons palm-sized Selphy QX20is takes almost no space on my printer stand. Alan Truly / Digital TrendsWhen I unboxed Canons Selphy QX20, I was struck by its diminutive size. Im used to making room to set up a desktop printer or clearing an entire printer stand to hold a bulky all-in-one printer. By comparison, the Selphy QX20 blends into any space effortlessly. Its about the size of a thick paperback book but heavier since its packed with electronics.Canon sells the Selphy QX20 in two colors: off-white and medium gray. I tested the gray model, which will be slightly more susceptible to warming up in direct sunlight than the white model. I live in a northern climate so the darker model is a good idea.In both colors, the surface is textured, providing a little extra grip to prevent drops. The Selphy QX20 is made from high-impact plastic but I wouldnt want to test its durability on concrete or a hard floor.Theres no display, but two LEDs signal the printers charge level and print status. For more information, I can check Canons Selphy Photo Layout app.A side door holds the ink ribbon and the paper tucks into a bottom panel that opens with a switch on the back. The only other control on the device is the power button. Everything else is handled via the mobile app.The Selphy QX20s photo quality is impressive for such a tiny printer. Photo by Tracey Truly / Digital TrendsCanons Selphy QX20 uses dye diffusion thermal transfer, more popularly known as dye sublimation, to print on sticker paper by heating ink ribbons. The end result is a high-quality picture on glossy paper.I was impressed by the quality of the Selphy QX20. Every photo I printed looked good and most were excellent. On a few occasions, I felt the color was a bit less vibrant than the original, but still perfectly acceptable for a tiny, low-cost printer.The Canon Selphy QX20 uses a four-part process, printing one color at a time. Alan Truly / Digital TrendsThe four-part printing process is fascinating to watch. The Selphy QX20 fully prints a photo in only yellow, rolling the paper out the front, then pulls it back in to lay down magenta, before finishing the image with cyan, and applying an overcoat. I already knew printers combine three or more colors to produce an image but it was mesmerizing to see this in action.The entire process takes 40 seconds, which is fast for a small, battery-powered printer. The Selphy QX20 is the quickest Selphy model. The Epson Expression Photo XP-8800 can print 46 photos in 10 seconds and uses a six-color ink system for lab-quality prints. However, it costs more and isnt portable.For the first time, I can print nearly borderless photos with a Canon Selphy portable printer. The top and both sides are truly borderless but photos still have a thin strip of white at the bottom, reminiscent of Polaroids.Canons accelerated testing indicates Selphy QX20 prints could last up to 100 years in dark storage with controlled temperatures. Exposure to light and moisture could shorten the lifespan, which is true of any photo paper.Canons Selphy QX20 can print 20 photos on a single charge. Photo by Tracey Truly / Digital TrendsWhat makes the Canon Selphy QX20 special is its compact size and battery-powered operation. I can tuck it in a bag or backpack and bring it to an event or outing and print photos anytime I want without waiting to get back home or to the office.The battery lasts long enough to print a full 20-sheet pack of photos, even after taking the Selphy QX20 out for a brief excursion into the cold. Eventually, a blinking red status and flashing green battery LEDs alerted me to the need for a charge.The Selphy QX20 is compatible with every USB-C charger I tried and it takes a little over an hour to fully recharge the printer.Photo by Tracey Truly / Digital TrendsSetup was simple and the Selphy QX20 was ready to print in minutes.Setting up the Canon Selphy QX20 was super simple. I installed the ink ribbon and paper, downloaded the Selphy Photo Layout app, then scanned a QR code on the inside of the ink door to pair my phone to the printer.In under a minute, I was ready to start printing. Canon recommends charging the Selphy QX20 fully before first use and I followed those instructions. I didnt use the ridiculously short USB-A to USB-C cable that came in the box. I have a nice long cable I use with my iPad and it worked perfectly.Canon bundles a short USB cable with the Selphy QX20, but it works with a standard USB-C cable and charger. Photo by Tracey Truly / Digital TrendsI resisted the urge to start printing when I saw a firmware update was available. With charging complete and firmware current, I selected my first print from my iPhone. It worked with no issues.I also installed the app on my iPad and Android phone. In each case, the app makes a direct Wi-Fi connection to the Selphy QX20 so I can use it anywhere without the need for a router.Canons Selphy Photo Layout app provides creative inspiration for Selphy QX20 prints. Photo by Tracey Truly / Digital TrendsThe Selphy Photo Layout app is easy to use and I enjoyed the collage feature which lets me fit multiple photos on a single sticker sheet. It would be great for journaling or labeling boxes with photos of whats inside.There are creative options to add stickers, text and even draw on pictures. Its a nice app that unlocks plenty of possibilities.Its fun to print lots of photo stickers with the Selphy QX20, but costs will add up. Photo by Tracey Truly / Digital TrendsCanons Selphy QX20 isnt the least expensive portable photo printer, but $150 is quite affordable given the compact size and high-quality results. Most dye-sublimation printers are larger and heavier.Canon doesnt include paper and ink with the Selphy QX20, so youll need to order supplies at the same time you get the printer.The Selphy QX20 accepts two paper sizes and holds 10 sheets. Canon bundles ink and paper together and the amount exactly matches the number of sheets in a pack.The XS-20L pack contains 20 sheets of square sticker paper measuring 2.7 by 2.7 inches. Canon recognizes that some photos work best in portrait or landscape aspect ratios. The Canon XS-20L pack includes 20 sheets of sticker paper thats 2.1 by 3.4 inches, the same size as business cards.The square XS-20L paper was the only type available at the time of this review. While I have no experience with the XC-20L, the aspect ratio should be the only difference.Canons XS-20L and XC-20L cost $15 each, so each print costs 75 cents. If you buy the bulk set XC-60L, you get enough portrait sticker sheets and ink ribbons to print 60 photos. The XC-60L costs $41, reducing the cost per photo to 68 cents.Its hard to put a price on the joy of handing out photos at a live event but cost is always a consideration.The Canon Selphy QX20 is a small wonder and I enjoyed using it. If youre looking for a portable printer to create photos during a trip, youll be pleased with the quality and speed. After 20 prints, youll need to recharge so a professional event photographer would want a more robust solution.For casual use, the Selphy QX20 is great fun, and playing with the collage feature can inspire creativity. Its also a nice option if you dont have room for a standard printer but like the idea of a tiny, personal printer to share memories.While the speed is good for a battery-power printer, it will take quite a while to print a big batch of photos. Print costs add up faster with a Selphy QX20 than a desktop printer. The best photo printers maximize quality, support a wide range of media, and offer greater speed.Ultimately, choosing the right printer requires some research and depends on your particular needs. We have guides to the best printers for general-purpose use that can handle photos and documents, as well as the best all-in-one printers that include scanners that work well for home offices.Editors RecommendationsThe best photo printers you can buy in 2024

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Nature, Published online: 12 February 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-00410-xLoggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta) can learn to associate food with the geomagnetic signatures of various oceanic regions, suggesting that they are able to find known foraging areas using an internal magnetic map. This map and an internal magnetic compass rely on distinct mechanisms, implying that turtles have two magnetic senses.

Nature, Published online: 12 February 2025; doi:10.1038/s41586-024-08535-1A study in a mouse model of obesity and prediabetes demonstrates that recruitment of macrophages to nerves has a protective role in diet-induced peripheral neuropathy.

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