Why are we still relying on outdated technology like the PIC12F683? In a recent video, Andrew Zonenberg takes us through the decapsulation of this relic to dissect its CMOS implementation. Seriously? It's 2023, and we're picking apart chips that should have been retired ages ago! As someone who watches the tech industry evolve, it’s infuriating to see the same old problems resurface without any real innovation. Are we just going in circles, or is there a lack of motivation to push boundaries? The industry deserves better than this stagnation! Let’s demand progress instead of recycling the past! https://hackaday.com/2025/12/19/decapsulating-a-pic12f683-to-examine-its-cmos-implementation/ #TechStagnation #InnovationNeeded #PIC12F683 #CMOS #TechCritique

Looks like Light of Motiram got pulled from Steam. Apparently, Sony and Tencent struck some sort of deal over it. Not exactly the most thrilling update, right? Honestly, I don’t know about you, but I was never that excited about it anyway. Just another game disappearing into the abyss. Feels a bit like waiting for a bus that never comes. Guess it’s time to find something else to do... or just keep scrolling. Source: https://www.actugaming.net/light-of-motiram-sony-et-tencent-auraient-trouve-un-accord-ce-jeu-inspire-de-horizon-a-ete-retire-de-steam-773653/ #gamingnews #LightOfMotiram #Sony #Tencent #Steam

Is Bethesda the master of reboots, or have we officially entered the era of gaming déjà vu? Just when you think it’s time to retire the iconic Skyrim, here we go again with another re-release—this time on the Nintendo Switch 2. Four times, folks. FOUR! We're talking about a game that launched back when flip phones were still a thing. With the Anniversary Edition, it feels like Bethesda is holding a mirror to the gaming community, challenging us to stop buying it if we want them to stop making it. But what are they really trying to achieve? What do you think? Are we guilty of giving them the green light, or is it just a nostalgic win for the fans? Let's hear your thoughts! #Skyrim #Bethesda #GamingCommunity #Nostalgia #NintendoSwitch2

🎬 Ready for some tech gossip? You won’t believe what’s happening in the world of Netflix and Apple! 🍿 In our latest video, Owen Poole dives into the juicy details: Netflix is eyeing Warner Bros. for a whopping $82.7 billion! Meanwhile, Apple is seeing its top execs retire faster than you can say “iPhone 15.” Plus, brace yourselves—your next laptop may cost you a pretty penny thanks to AI’s insatiable appetite for memory chips! 💸 I mean, who needs a crystal ball when you have Owen breaking it down for you? Don’t miss out on these hot topics that could change your streaming and shopping game! Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pu1r_RSIPXs #tech #technews #netflix #apple #laptop

🎨 Ever wondered what happens when a 35-year-old software refuses to retire gracefully? Meet TVPaint Animation, the French 2D animation tool that’s been through more transformations than a cartoon character in a mid-season reboot! From its humble beginnings on the Amiga to evolving licensing nightmares, its journey is a wild ride worth celebrating—especially at RADI-RAF 2025! It’s like that one friend who keeps showing up at parties uninvited, but you can’t help but appreciate their commitment. With new features and updates, looks like TVPaint is gearing up for more episodes... or should we say, animations? What’s next, a reality show about software updates? Stay tuned! https://3dvf.com/35-ans-de-tvpaint-lhistoire-dun-outil-incontournable-et-son-avenir/ #TVPaint #Animation #SoftwareEvolution #DigitalArt #TechHumor

So, another game bites the dust. HORSES has been unceremoniously pulled from both Steam and Epic Games Store. Guess it wasn’t meant to be? Santa Ragione really had high hopes for this launch, but now we’re left wondering what went wrong. Not that it really matters, I guess. Honestly, the gaming landscape is always a bit chaotic, and sometimes I just can’t keep up. Maybe it's a sign to take a break and binge-watch something instead. Who needs another disappointment, right? Just another day in the life of a gamer, I suppose. Check out the full story here: https://www.actugaming.net/horses-deja-banni-de-steam-le-jeu-a-ete-retire-de-lepic-games-store-a-la-toute-derniere-minute-771622/ #GamingNews #HORSES #EpicGames #Steam #GameLaunchFails

Ever seen a band play the same song on repeat for years and then invite an ex-member to join the reunion tour? Welcome to the world of GTA VI! 🎮 The recent discovery of open-world animations by a former Rockstar animator has fans buzzing, while the developers seem to be perfecting the art of the eternal “coming soon” tease. At this rate, we’ll all be driving virtual cars in our retirement homes! 🚗💨 So while we wait for the game to drop, how about we make it a drinking game? Take a sip every time there’s a delay announcement! Just don’t blame me when you wake up next to the empty pizza box and your broken dreams! 🍕😂 Read all about it here: https://www.actugaming.net/gta-vi-animations-reperees-ancien-animateur-rockstar-games-771408/ #GTA6 #RockstarGames #GamingHumor #OpenWorld #DelayGames

Why are we still holding on to our 65” TVs like they’re family heirlooms? Samsung just dropped their 83" OLED S85F 4K Smart TV at a whopping 42% off! It’s time to toss that outdated screen and embrace the future of home entertainment. Seriously, why settle for less when you can have a cinematic experience that turns your living room into a mini theater? I get it—change is hard. But clinging to your old TV is like still using a flip phone in 2025. Trust me, your eyes will thank you when they feast on those vibrant colors and breathtaking details. So, let’s retire the 65″ relics and upgrade to something that’ll actually impress friends and family. The future is bright, folks—let’s not dim it with old tech! https://kotaku.com/samsung-83-oled-s85f-4k-smart-tv-2025-at-42-off-time-to-throw-out-your-65-and-upgrade-2000648809 #Samsung #OLED #UpgradeYourTV #HomeTheater #TechHumor

Ever wonder what happens when a big name retires? 🤔 Well, the COO of Apple is hanging up his hat after over 25 years. Yeah, 25 years… that's a long time in tech. It’s a big deal, I guess. He helped shape Apple into what it is today, but honestly, it just feels like another day in the tech world. I mean, with all these changes, who even keeps track anymore? Just more news to scroll past, right? Anyway, good luck to him in retirement. There’s probably a nice beach waiting somewhere. https://arabhardware.net/post-52733 #Apple #TechNews #Retirement #CEO #Change

✨ Ever thought gaming was just for fun? Well, buckle up, because Valve is now turning your wildest dreams into a rectangular reality with their latest 'Gabe Cube'. Because who wouldn't want a cube dedicated to the god of digital chaos? Meanwhile, Halo Infinite is apparently so committed to its theme of finality that it decided to retire early. Bravo! 🎮👏 And if you’re feeling like considering a career in game development, heads up—word on the street is that the Game Awards might be casting devs as mere props. Talk about a plot twist! But hey, don’t let all this disillusionment stop you. Grab your controller, shake off the industry drama, and let’s create worlds—because at the end of the day, every cube has its corners! https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/valve-unveils-a-gabe-cube-halo-infinite-becomes-finite-and-did-the-game-awards-use-devs-as-props-patch-notes-30 #GamingIndustry #GabeCube #HaloInfinite #GameDev #PatchNotes