Apple is once again considering adding advertising to Apple Maps, a move that could help bump up its growing Services revenue even more.Apple MapsApple's advertising business already serves ads for the App Store, as well as switching to an internal team for ad sales on Apple News in November. However, it may grow the ad business more by turning its attention to Apple Maps.In Sunday's "Power On" newsletter, Bloomberg claims Apple is now thinking about ways to monetize its Maps app. In a recent Maps group all-hands meeting, Apple management confirmed that it was exploring the possibility of monetizing the app. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

EVO occurred this weekend, which means many fighting game announcements. SNKs Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves leads the charge, showcasing its open beta roster and Season Pass 1 line-up. Of course, it also revealed another playable character Kain R. Heinlein, the final boss of Garou: Mark of the Wolves. Check out his trailer below.As Geeses brother-in-law and Rock Howards maternal uncle, hes skilled in Pyrokinesis, firing projectiles and generating fire orbs, which you can detonate mid-combo. Many of his attacks are also flame-based, making him a dangerous fighter. In City of the Wolves, he actually teams with Rock to rescue his sister (and the latters mother) by partaking in the next King of Fighters tournament.Kain will be playable in the upcoming open beta when it goes live from February 20th to February 24th. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves launches on April 24th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PS4, and PC.

Ted Price, the retiring CEO of Insomniac Games, received the honor of being inducted into the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences at The Dice Awards this week. Price started Insomniac Games in 1994 and brought us games such as Spyro the Dragon, Ratchet & Clank, Resistance: Fall of Man, and the blockbuster Marvels Spider-Man series. AlonRead More

Viktor Antonov, visionary art director of games such as Half-Life 2 and Dishonored, has died aged 52.Half-Life writer Marc Laidlaw confirmed the news in an automatically deleted Instagram Stories post. Brilliant and original, Laidlaw said of Antonov. Made everything better.Raphael Colantonio, founder of Arkane Studios and current president and creative director of WolfEye Studios, tweeted: You were instrumental to the success of Arkane Studios and an inspiration to many of us, also a friend with whom I have many fond memories.Harvey Smith, former co-creative director of Arkane Studios, took to social media to echo Colantonio's comments. "All this about his impact and talent is true, but I will also always remember how much he made me laugh, with his dry, devastating wit. RIP," Smith said.Former Bethesda marketing chief Pete Hines tweeted: "Saddened to hear of Viktors passing. What an incredible talent he was. His ability to breathe life and meaning into the worlds he built, like Dishonored, was special. Thanks for all the hours of joy you gave us, Viktor. Youll be missed."Antonov was born in Sofia, Bulgaria, and moved to Paris before entering the world of video game development in the mid-90s at Xatrix Entertainment, the Los Angeles-based studio that became Gray Matter Studios. He went on to become one of the chief creatives behind the world of Half-Life 2 for Valve, where he most famously designed Half-Life 2s iconic City 17.Later, Antonov worked on the influential Dishonored as visual design director at Arkane Studios, co-creating Dunwall. Outside of video games, Antonov was co-author on animated movies Renaissance and The Prodigies, and worked at an indie production company called Darewise Entertainment.Viktor Antonov in Valve's Half-Life 2: 20th Anniversary Documentary. Image credit: Valve.In a Reddit AMA held eight years ago, Antonov discussed his early career leading into video game development.I was formed and started my career as a transportation designer. Then I worked in advertisement, but both of those industries were very established and didn't offer me much choice for creative risk taking. As a designer, I was very lucky to find a brand new industry that could use my skills. At this time, the video game industry did not have clearly define positions and an artist could create entire worlds. So I joined the gaming industry relatively early: my first game was Redneck Rampage, a crazy funny experience in which I was able to create a big part of the art & world, before moving to more "serious" projects.Antonov based the Orwellian City 17 on his childhood city of Sofia, mixing elements from Belgrade and St. Petersburg. I wanted to capture this specific atmosphere of Eastern and Northern Europe, Antonov said.Most recently, Antonov appeared in Valves 20th anniversary documentary for Half-Life 2, where he discussed the inspiration behind his work on the project and its visual design.Image credit: Half-Life 2: 20th Anniversary Documentary / Valve.Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

A tiny star is making big moves whether its accomplice likes it or not.Astronomers have spotted a star just a fraction the mass of the Sun crashing through the Milky Way at an unbelievable pace. And astonishingly, it's managed to drag its exoplanet along, as the poor world hangs on for dear life.As detailed in a new study published in The Astronomical Journal, the host star is absolutely hauling it at at least 1.2 million miles per hour, making it the fastest-moving exoplanet system discovered to date, according to NASA."We think this is a so-called super-Neptune world orbiting a low-mass star at a distance that would lie between the orbits of Venus and Earth if it were in our solar system," study lead author Sean Terry, a researcher at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, said in a NASA statement. "If so, it will be the first planet ever found orbiting a hypervelocity star."Of course, speed is relative. To us, the Sun is stationary. But with reference to the Milky Way, our solar system is orbiting around the galactic center at an average velocity of 450,000 miles per hour. And the Earth, relative to the Sun, moves at around 67,000 miles per hour.Our perspective of the hyperspeed star, then, may be a little skewed. In reality, it could be traveling much faster than it appears, if it's moving towards or away from our planet. That opens the possibility that the star is actually whipping around at 1.3 million miles per hour fast enough to break free from the Milky Way, making it a potential "rogue star" doomed to roam the intergalactic void.Spotting the star and its exoplanet is a remarkable discovery. Because they have no luminosity of their own, exoplanets are often outshined by stars, if not entirely lost to the lightless realm of space.Both objects were first spotted back in 2011 using microlensing, a technique that searches for distortions of light caused by the gravity of nearby objects. If the conditions are right, even the mass of just a star or a planet could be enough to bend light like a natural lens, providing a better view of what lies behind it.At the time, the findings were enough to determine the mass ratio between the two objects, with one being 2,300 times heavier than the other. But there wasn't enough data to rule out the possibility that the pair comprised a rogue planet that is, one that's broken from from its star system four times the mass of Jupiter, and its moon.But when looking at data collected in 2021, astronomers found a candidate system that strongly resembled the one detected a decade ago, located in a star-dense region of the Milky Way roughly 24,000 light years away. The fact that they could even see it in the first place strongly suggests that they're on the trail of an escaping tiny star, not a huge planet.As promising as the findings are so far, there's still some additional detective work needed to put this case to bed."To be certain the newly identified star is part of the system that caused the 2011 signal, we'd like to look again in another year and see if it moves the right amount and in the right direction to confirm it came from the point where we detected the signal," coauthor David Bennett, a senior research scientist at NASA Goddard, said in the statement.Share This Article

Our Experts Written by Tyler Lacoma 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 Resolution Does the camera have a higher resolution to take advantage of its vantage point? Brightness Can you control the brightness of the camera's floodlights? Can then reach more than 2,000 lumens? Can you schedule the lights? Smart home support Does the floodlight camera work with your preferred smart home platform, including Alexa or Google Assistant? Power Do you prefer a wired or wireless camera? Do you have a junction box where you want to install a wired camera, or are you willing to have one installed? Motion detection Does the floodlight camera have adjustable motion detection? Does it have motion zones or sensitivity options? Does it include objection recognition for people? Are there extra costs for these features? Night vision Does the camera have night vision? Does it have extra features like color night vision? Audio Does the camera have clear two-way audio communication? Table of Contents Our Picks Best overall flood home security camera Eufy S330 Floodlight Camera View details $180 at Amazon View details Best no-subscription floodlight home security camera Lorex 2K Floodlight Camera View details $200 at B&H Photo-Video View details Best wireless floodlight home security camera Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera View details $130 at Amazon View details Best budget floodlight home security camera Blink Outoor 4 with Floodlight Camera View details $70 at Amazon View details Best floodlight home security camera with object recognition Google Nest Cam with Floodlight View details $269 at Amazon View details Table of Contents Need to add an extra layer of protection for your home? A security camera is a good way to go about it. While many of the latest outdoor security cameras for homes have advanced night vision to help you get a clearer view after dark, you can take things a step further with a security cam combined with a full LED floodlight. We recommend using a floodlight because it can brighten up your space to give you a much clearer picture of what's going on outside. After over 120 hours of testing smart cameras with lights, we've chosen the top floodlight models for your home security, starting with the Eufy S330 Floodlight Camera.Read more: Best Smart Home GiftsEufy's model offers a high-resolution pan-tilt camera, three bright panels and AI detection. With adjustable brightness and color temperature, as well as smart home syncing, it's designed to be more neighbor-friendly, reducing the likelihood of neighborhood complaints.But don't forget to the check out our other picks, too. Our list includes floodlight cameras forno-cloud, local storage users, a wireless Arlo pick for versatile placement and a Blink model for those who want a cheaper (but still quality) option. Take a look at them all, our advice on placement -- applicable to most floodlight cameras -- and more, then visit our guide on the best security cam lights overall and thebest outdoor home security cams, so you know what's right for you. Blink's floodlight cam is one of the most affordable options. BlinkBest floodlight home security cams Photo Gallery 1/1 $180 at Amazon $180 at Eufy (coupon) Pros Bright 3-panel LEDs Panning camera with tracking Free object detection 2K resolution Free onboard storage Alexa and Google Assistant support Cons No two-way audio Expensive $180 at Amazon $180 at Eufy (coupon) For maximum LED brightness, Eufys S330 comes in swinging with not two but three LED panels added up to 3,000 lumens. The IP65-rated cam also has a 2K resolution panning cam that can view a full property from multiple angles, complemented by its completely free human detection and tracking capabilities to follow what

It'snormal to shedbetween 50 to 100 hairs every day. It happens without us even realizing it. However, if you've noticed that your hair is thinning, it could be for a handful of reasons like genetics or a hormonal imbalance. Another common reason is a vitamin deficiency.With a balanced diet full of vitamins and minerals, you can work toward long, healthy locks while boosting your overall health at the same time. It's a win-win. We outlined the best hair-friendly vitamins, along with the foods they are found in, that you should try to get in your diet for potential hair health benefits. However, before changing your diet or adding any supplements, make sure to consult your doctor first. Read more: Best Vitamins for Hair GrowthWhat vitamins are best for hair growth? Upgrade your inbox Get cnet insider From talking fridges to iPhones, our experts are here to help make the world a little less complicated. Vitamins do many amazing things for hair: They can aid in cell growth, prevent free radicals from damaging it, keep it from graying prematurely and nourish the follicles that stimulate growth.Here are the best vitamins for hair growth and thickness.BiotinBiotin, also known as vitamin B7, stimulates the production of keratin to increase follicle growth. Biotin deficiencies tend to be rare, with those diagnosed with Biotinidase deficiency being the most common. You can find this vitamin in many foods, including eggs, meat, fish, nuts, eggs, sweet potatoes and seeds.The recommended intake is 30 micrograms for adults daily.Vitamin AHair cells are the fastest-growing part of the body. It makes sense that vitamin A is the perfect fuel for that growth. When your body absorbs vitamin A, it produces sebum. That's an oily substance that moisturizes your scalp, keeping it and your hair follicles healthy. Having a vitamin A deficiency could result in you experiencing hair loss.To consume more vitamin A, you'll want to eat foods high in beta-carotene, which turns into vitamin A. Foods high in beta-carotene include sweet potatoes, pumpkin, carrots, spinach and kale. You can also find it in cod liver oil, eggs, yogurt and milk.The recommended daily intake for vitamin A is up to 900 mcg for men and 700 mcg for women. vaaseenaa/Getty ImagesVitamin COxidative stress is one of the main factors contributing to hair loss. This occurs when we have an imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants in our bodies which can lead to an electron imbalance that could result in hair loss.The solution is to consume foods with vitamin C. Your body possesses antioxidants that curtail free radicals' hair damage by balancing their electrons when you do. Along with balancing the scales, Vitamin C aids your body in producing collagen (prevents hair from graying prematurely) and absorbing iron -- tackling iron deficiency to an extent -- which can help hair grow. Smoking, drinking alcohol and having a poor diet can lead to a vitamin C deficiency.You'll find vitamin C in citrus fruits, peppers, strawberries, tomatoes and guavas. Since your body doesn't produce it, you'll need to include these in your diet or have a supplement with vitamin C.Daily intake for vitamin C is up to 90 milligrams per day for adult men and 75 milligrams for adult women. Taking too much Vitamin C could result in heartburn, muscle cramps, fatigue, skin flushing and possible kidney stones.Read more: Best MultivitaminsVitamin DVitamin D deficiencies can lead to hair loss conditions like alopecia, female pattern hair loss and excessive shedding. You'll find these depletions more in people aged 65 and over.To get more vitamin D intake, you can incorporate fatty fish, cod liver oil, fortified foods (cereal, eggs, bread, yogurt) and mushrooms into your diet. Alternatively, you can catch some midday sun rays.600 IU of vitamin D is the recommended dosage for adults. Taking too much vitamin D could result in nausea, weight loss, disorientation and heart rhythm issues. Vitamin EVitamin E contains the same antioxidant prowess as its vitamin C counterpart possesses. It means it can curb oxidative stress by balancing out the electron level in free radicals. People more susceptible to vitamin E deficiencies include those with health conditions such as Crohn's or cystic fibrosis.Vitamin E is an effective method for treating hair loss. A small study revealed that people taking vitamin E supplements for eight months experienced a 34.5% increase in hair growth. You can also find vitamin E in sunflower seeds, spinach, avocados and almonds.If you plan to go the supplemental route, the recommended dietary allowance is 15 milligrams daily. IronIron fuels the production of hemoglobin, a protein found in your body's red blood cells. These cells distribute oxygen to cells throughout your body, aiding in their repair and growth. An iron deficiency can lead to hair loss, with women being the most susceptible.You'll find iron in foods like eggs, red meat, lentils, spinach, oysters and clams. If your doctor recommends it, you can take an iron supplement.The recommended daily iron intake is 45 mg. Keep in mind that taking too much iron could result in constipation, stomach pain and vomiting. fcafotodigital/Getty ImagesZincZinc promotes hair growth and keeps the oil glands surrounding the follicles working well. If you have a Zinc deficiency, you could experience hair loss. Those most susceptible to zinc deficiencies are those who drink alcohol excessively, people with Crohn's, pregnant or breastfeeding women and those with chronic kidney ailments.You can find zinc in many common foods like beef, spinach, wheat germ, pumpkin seeds, oysters and lentils. The recommended daily dosage of iron is 11 mg for men and 8 mg for women. Taking too much could result in loss of appetite, cramps and headaches. It can also lower your good cholesterol.How long do hair growth vitamins take to work?Hair supplements are not overnight solutions. It may take months before you'll notice small improvements. Remember that the success rate depends on the cause of the hair loss, your diet, genetics and other factors. Bottom lineVitamins can restore damaged hair, prevent it from aging prematurely, reduce hair loss, and improve growth and volume. They're also not a one-size-fits-all solution. You'll want to consult your doctor if you're losing a significant amount of hair, as it may stem from your environment, an underlying medical condition or another factor. They can work with you to create a targeted plan that may include vitamins.

10:10 Games cuts 20 jobs after "complete commercial and critical failure" of debut game, Funko Fusion"Management seemed very keen to wrap up the process quickly."Image credit: 10:10 Games News by Vikki Blake Contributor Published on Feb. 16, 2025 10:10 Games has initiated redundancies following the "complete commercial and critical failure" of Funko Fusion.According to a report by Insider Gaming, where sources shared their experiences under the promise of anonymity, the lukewarm reception to Funko Fusion meant the UK studio struggled to secure funding for addition projects, and some colleagues were informed that there "isnt enough work to give the whole team".Funko Fusion - Official Launch Trailer.Watch on YouTubeSources intimate no meaningful severance support has been made available, with only "the bare minimum" entitlement offered, as well as payment of unused holiday. However, this, some speculate, is why colleagues were pressured into using up all their leave ahead of the announcement.Because of this, some colleagues were notified that their jobs were at risk whilst on leave. In some instances, these staff felt obliged to attend meetings about their future at the studio whilst on holiday, even if they were away in different timezones."Management seemed very keen to wrap up the process quickly, and despite saying that they were fully open to suggestions and feedback, none of it has been taken on board," said one source.Whilst unconfirmed, it's thought around 20 people have been impacted by the cuts, bringing the estimated number of developers who have lost their jobs across the games industry to around 900 in 2025 alone.

Xbox boss Phil Spencer says he's stopped "trying to move all players over to Xbox""We're all so invested in where our games are - let's just allow more people to play."Image credit: XboxEra / Eurogamer News by Vikki Blake Contributor Published on Feb. 16, 2025 Xbox boss Phil Spencer said he's "not trying to move [PS5 and PC] all over to Xbox anymore", acknowledging that players are "all so invested in where our games are", all he wants to do now is "allow more people to play" Xbox games on other systems.Talking to the XboxEra podcast, Spencer acknowledged that whilst selling games on competitor devices means Xbox only recoups 70 percent of the sale, with 30 per cent going to the competitor storefront, that 70 percent helps Xbox "build great portfolios".XboxEra Interviews Phil Spencer.Watch on YouTube"There are people - whether it's their libraries are on PlayStation or Nintendo, whether it's that they like the controller better, they just like the games that are there - and I don't want to then look at that and say 'well, there's no way that we should be able to build a business there, [or] find fans of our franchises there'."I'm not trying to move them all over to Xbox anymore. We're all so invested in where our games are, let's just allow more people to play. And yes, the 70 percent that we make on games on other platforms is helpful to us being able to build great portfolios, like we showed at Developer Direct, and I hope this will continue to show through the rest of the year."That said, Spencer was pragmatic enough to admit that position may change, not least because yes, he would very much prefer to be making "all of the money for all the games that [Xbox] ship[s] right now".That doesn't mean Xbox is about to give up its hardware endeavours, however."Obviously we make more on our own platform, it's one of the reasons that investing in our own platform is important," he added.Spencer's comments follow a recent interview in which he was asked if like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Starfield would continue to have an "exclusivity window" on Xbox systems. He replied with a strikingly simple: "No."

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