‘Street Fighter’ and ‘Blood Brothers’ come together in ‘Blood Brothers 2’
The Street Fighter and Blood Brothers franchises are coming together this December to form Blood Brothers 2. Some of the Street Fighter characters that you will be able to use are Ryu, Cammy, and M. Bison. However, they will be drawn in Blood Brothers style.
You might be wondering why exactly would these two franchises combine at all?
Mobile gaming giant DeNA explains:
“M. Bison has inadvertently opened a portal from Earth to the Blood Brothers’ world of Arnashia. Seizing the opportunity, M. Bison hatches a plan to bring the most powerful entities from Arnashia back to Earth to fight alongside him. The Blood Brothers have another idea–they open their own portal, sucking in Street Fighter’s Ryu who awakes to find legions of unspeakable creatures.”
The Street Fighter characters will be playable in, in-game live events. These will start on Decemeber 3. At that time, you will be able to play as Ryu, Cammy, and M. Bison with more characters added later. After the events are over, you will still be able to keep the characters “indefinitely.”
Best of all, DeNA are having a giveaway contest where you could win an iPad Pro or Street Fighter V collector’s edition for PlayStation 4, and more. Please visit Blood Brothers 2 website to learn more.
Source: Gamespot
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6 best Android emulators for your computer
There are a lot of valid reasons why someone would want to run Android emulators on their PC. App developers may be trying to test their application before shipping it out. Gamers may want to use a mouse and keyboard on their games. Maybe you just want it there to have it. In any case, Android emulation on PC is possible and we’re going to take a look at the best Android emulators for PC.
See also: 12 best emulators for Android
AMIDuOS
[Price: $10-15]
AMIDuOS is first on our list and this is a relatively newer Android emulator. This one comes in two flavors: Lollipop and Jelly Bean. Aside from the version type, the only other difference between the two is Jelly Bean costs $10 while Lollipop costs $15 and those are one-time charges which is kind of nice. AMIDuOS runs very well. It’s a smooth emulator that does things like productivity and gaming quite well. Most users should be able to use this for pretty much whatever they need it for and the install process isn’t bad at all. Obviously, it’s not overly great for developers since it doesn’t give you device-specific configurations but on a consumer level, this one works very well.
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Andy
[Price: Free]
Next on our list is an entirely free emulator called Andy. We reviewed this when it first came out and while it did have some issues back then, it still managed to prove itself as a capable replacement for apps like Bluestacks. It runs pretty much the entire gamut of the Android experience including productivity apps, launchers, games, and you can even install root access if needed. It has fixed pretty much all of its early day issues but it is still a little bit more involved of an installation than something like Bluestacks. In any case, it is free and it does work very well. We have our video about it linked below if you want to know more.
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Bluestacks
[Price: Free / $2/month]
Bluestacks is kind of the de facto option for a lot of consumers when it comes to Android emulation on PC. It works well most of the time for most purposes. Generally, this is used by those who want to play Android games on their devices and for that, the service does well enough. You can get it for free but every now and then, the service will download sponsored apps onto your machine that you can usually uninstall. There is also a premium version that doesn’t do this. It works well enough in most cases and it’s a good starting point. Especially for those who are less tech savvy.
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droid4x
[Price: Free]
Our next emulator is called droid4x and it’s an interesting choice for an emulator. It runs in a similar fashion as Andy or AMIDuOS and the performance and productivity is about the same as well. I may not have said that a year ago but like the other two, there have been improvements made. What makes this one interesting are the add-ons. This one includes an application you install on your smartphone so that you can control games on your computer. For instance, you’ll be able to use the accelerometer to turn your car in Asphalt 8. It’s definitely better than Andy or AMIDuOS for games although we believe that Andy and AMIDuOS may be a bit better in terms of stability and speed.
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Genymotion
[Price: Free with paid options]
First on our list is Genymotion. This Android emulator is geared toward developers who want to test their apps or games on a variety of devices without actually being required to own those devices. You can configure the emulator for a variety of devices with various versions of Android to help suit your needs. For instance, you can run a Nexus One with Android 4.2 or a Nexus 6 with Android 6.0. The choice is yours and you can easily switch between “devices” at will. It’s not great for consumer uses such as checking email or using apps, but Genymotion does offer their services for free for personal use so that option is there if you really want to.
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Nox
[Price: Free]
Last and certainly not least on our list is Nox. Like Bluestacks, Nox is an Android emulator that is set up to cater to gamers. This includes utilities and additions that are specifically catered to helping gamers control their games using their keyboard and mouse. This includes things like the capacity to assign “swipe right” to, say, an arrow key and simulate actual gesture movements directly on your keyboard or joystick if you have one. It’s a lot of fun and seems to work rather well most of the time. It’s also entirely free. The video below was recorded with laggy software (not Nox, but the screen capture software), but there is a good explanation on how the key macros work.
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Wrap up
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Razer says it’s ‘doubling-down’ on Android and Forge TV
Razer’s Android TV-powered Forge TV is no longer on sale through Google, but tonight the company tells Engadget it’s not giving up. According to a Razer representative, it’s “doubling-down on Android gaming in the living room and looking forward to producing the world’s largest library of Android TV games.” The company thinks Forge TV can be a “spiritual successor” to the Ouya platform it purchased earlier this year, and is ramping up production to address current demand. The note (included in full after the break) promises more information soon, so we wouldn’t be surprised to see the gaming hardware maker bring something fresh to CES in January.
A startup is growing faux shrimp meat in the lab using algae
Someday, you might be able to throw a lab-grown meat party with not only burgers, but also tempura on the menu. A startup called New Wave Foods is developing artificial shrimp meat in the laboratory, urged by environmental destruction and the other troubles brought about by commercial fishing. According to Motherboard, the team is currently testing different ways of extracting proteins from algae that the crustaceans eat, mixing and mashing them together with protein gels to create the meat. So far, they’ve already nailed the taste, but mimicking the seafood’s texture is proving to a bit more difficult.
Source: Motherboard, New Wave Foods
Transform your body in 12 short weeks with Runtastic Results
Runtastic has a ton of different sports related apps in the Play Store, but they have recently added a new app to the list. Runtastic Results is it’s name, and transforming your body in 12 short weeks with no equipment is it’s game.
Florian Gschwandtner, CEO and co-founder of Runtastic said:
“Runtastic Results is an app made for the motivated user looking to jumpstart their health and fitness routine. The easy-to-follow training plan doesn’t require any additional equipment and is proven to show results. I couldn’t believe how much stronger, happier and healthier I felt after just 12 weeks!”
It looks like Runtastic is going after the much larger at home fitness market as opposed to sticking to simple pull up, push up, and running apps. Like their past apps, Runtastic Results is free, however, this one has an additional membership fee. There is a $50-per-year membership that will unlock the 12-week workout plan and nutrition guide. The fee also includes 120 HD exercise videos, so you can follow along. There is some free content though. If you don’t want to pay, there are a few workouts you can try, but you’ll have to keep track of all your sets and reps yourself.
Source: Runtastic
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Google Play Books is bringing more comic book friendly features to latest update
Google is bringing some new features to its Play Books application that’ll make your comic book reading experience that much better. Some new features include vertical scrolling for pages, designed for use in landscape orientation, and better curation for books and comics.
The organization within the app is getting some improvements, including organization by volumes, issues, and editions. Most of these apps are definitely taking a swing at capturing the comic book crowd.
Expect to see the update hit your device over the next few days.
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AT&T Mobile Share Value plan customers will receive free roaming in Mexico soon
AT&T Mobile Share Value plan customers will receive free roaming in Mexico come this Friday. AT&T will even include 1GB of data for you to use in Mexico with no additional cost.
There are no additional charges or fees associated with the change, however, every GB beyond the first free 1GB will cost $20. Also, this plan must be added to each line.
This change seems like a huge win for customers as there are no extra cost to them, only added features. The only downside is the data does not roll over. Hopefully 1 free GB is enough for you.
Source: AT&T
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New Apple Store Opens in Chengdu on November 21 as Hiring Begins for Singapore Location
Apple, continuing its aggressive retail expansion in China, has announced that it will be opening its 22nd retail store in the country in Chengdu, a major city in Sichuan Province, on Saturday, November 21 at 10:00 AM local time. The new store is slated to open less than a month after the grand opening of the 21st Apple Store in China in the major port city of Dalian on October 24.
Taikoo Li shops in Chengdu, China, where an Apple Store will open November 21
The new Chengdu store will be located in the upscale Taikoo Li shopping plaza at 8 Middle Shamao Street in the Jinjiang District, where several high-end retailers such as Gap, Gucci, Omega and Zara are located. The store will be open 10 AM-10 PM local time everyday and offer traditional Apple Store services, including the Genius Bar, Workshops, JointVenture, events and seminars.
Apple is now hiring for its first retail store in Singapore, expected to open in 2016
Apple has also posted new job listings for its first retail store in Singapore, which is rumored to open in late 2016 at the Knightsbridge four-story luxury shopping center. The company is looking for Specialists, Geniuses, Creatives, Business Specialists and other traditional Apple Store positions.
Apple does not currently have an official retail presence in Singapore, a large city-state and country south of Malaysia in Southeast Asia, but the Apple Online Store and dozens of Apple Authorized Resellers operate in the region. The closest physical Apple Stores are located several hours away in Australia and Hong Kong.
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Apple Highlights iPad Pro-Enhanced Apps and Games In New Featured Sections in App Store
As the new iPad Pro makes its way into the hands of customers, Apple has debuted two new featured sections in the App Store to highlight apps and games that are either enhanced for the device or take advantage of its larger screen.
The first section, “Amazing Apps for iPad Pro, is split into five subcategories: Enhanced for Apple Pencil, Desktop-Class Apps, Powerful Multitasking, Unleash Your Creativity, Bigger with a Bigger Screen and Immersive Experiences. Apple says the section includes Apple’s favorite apps “that take advantage of its expansive Retina display and astounding experiences.”
The second section, “Great Games for iPad Pro”, is split into three subcategories: Gorgeous Games, Fantastic Sounds and Big Screen, Big Fun. Apple says the section will help iPad Pro owners “get started with games whose breathtaking graphics, spectacular sound, and immersive features create incredible experiences.”
Limited quantities of the iPad Pro are available at Apple Retail Stores in multiple countries with Personal Pickup available in U.S. locations. Online, 32 GB variants in any color are available for delivery on Monday while other configurations are available for delivery in late November. Smart Covers and Silicone Cases are well stocked in Apple Stores, but the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard are out of stock or in very limited quantities in stores and are a 4 – 5 week wait online.
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PlayStation Vue internet TV is coming to Chromecast and Amazon
Sony’s TV subscription service, Playstation Vue is expanding to the Fire TV and Fire TV Stick with Chromecast support coming soon. The electronics giant also announced a $5 price drop on Core ($54.99 from $59.99) and Elite ($64.99 from $69.99) packages. Subscribers will notice the price reduction during the next billing cycle. The Vue service already works on the PS4, PS3, iPad and iPhone. While a price reduction for bundles is nice, the streaming TV service announced at E3 it would offer up á-la-carte network subscriptions this fall. It’ll be interesting to see the pricing of built-to-order subscriptions when this launches. PlayStation Vue is available in Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Philadelphia and Dallas with more markets planned for the future.
Source: Sony
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