SuperData: Japan spends more on mobile gaming than China
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Intuitively, given that China has a vastly larger population than Japan, you would expect that expenditure on mobile gaming wouldn’t even be comparable between the two Asian powerhouses. As it turns out, they are very comparable, and not in the order you might be expecting. According to a new report by SuperData, Japan spends more on mobile gaming than China despite having fewer players – the report says that Japan spent $6.2 billion on mobile gaming while China spent $5.2 billion.
When you consider that the world’s total mobile gaming revenue is $24.9 billion for 2015, it’s pretty clear that developers and publishers really need to pay attention to these markets if they hope to make the most of this growth. In fact, the whole Asian region surveyed (which included China, Japan and South Korea) amassed $14 billion together, making it 55% of the world’s mobile gaming revenue alone. And that’s before you consider the Asian regions that haven’t even been counted yet like India which is expected to triple its mobile gaming revenue by 2018. It’s going to be interesting to keep an eye on this space as the markets continue to become saturated.
What do you think about Japan spending more on mobile gaming than China? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: SuperData via Gamesindustry
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One of the world’s first personal computers is up for sale
Many people don’t know the history of the Kenbak-1 Digital Computer, but it’s considered to be the world’s first commercially available personal computer — and one is going up for sale in just a few minutes. John Blankenbaker introduced the $750 machine in 1971 — years ahead of the more well known Altair 8800 and Apple I, but after the Datapoint 2200 — hoping to sell it to schools as a way to introduce people to computer programming. It didn’t have a microprocessor at all, and contained only 256 bytes (you read that correctly) of RAM. No more than 50 units were ever made, although a few have been popping up for sale in the last few years. One recently sold for about $31k, and another model is going on sale via German auctioneer Breker within the hour. It’s certainly a piece of history, but if that’s a little too rich for your blood, then hide your credit card details and just read our Time Machines article to catch up on the history of this groundbreaking device.
Via: BBC
Source: Breker
Check out these sweet deals on drones from Gearbest.com
It’s November which means you better get started on your holiday shopping. Or you could just get yourself a present too.
Drone’s are all the rage these days as kids and adults of all ages are enjoying them for pleasure or using them for things like inspecting roofs. Most drones come with stabilizing features which make them super easy to fly – just be responsible and check the rules and regulations of your city before you go upsetting the local airlines.
WLtoys V686G 4CH 5.8G FPV Real Time Transmission 2.4G RC Quadcopter with 2.0MP Camera Headless Mode Auto – Return Function – LINK
The WLtoys Quadcopter comes with a full size remote and built-in 2MP camera for less than $80 with free shipping included. This drone is perfect for beginners. If you’re having trouble getting it to fly back, you just have to turn a key and it will automatically fly back to you with no questions asked. Click here to check it out at Gearbest.com.
JJRC H8 Mini Headless Mode 2.4G 4CH RC Quadcopter 6 Axis Gyro 3D Flip UFO One Key Return Aircraft –LINK
The JJRC Quadcopter is perfect for flying indoors as it is about the size of your hand. Even better than its size is its price. At less than $15 with free shipping included, this drone makes a perfect stocking stuffer for kids of any age. It only takes 45 minutes to charge and fly up to seven full minutes. Click here to learn more.
MJX X901 / X900 Mini 2.4G RC Hexacopter – LINK
The MJX X901 is simply my favorite because it costs less than $20 and has six freaking rotors. It also has a built-in LED light so you can fly it in the dark around your house. It takes about 40 minutes for a full charge, can fly up to 150m and lasts 5 full minutes. If you want to send me a present, please send me the MJX X901. Click here to learn more.
XK X500 2.4GHz RC Quadcopter with GPS Tracking – LINK
The XK X500 is more for the enthusiast. It doesn’t come cheap at $400, but it also comes loaded with features. it can fly for up to 30 minutes for a distance of up to 1000m! That’s almost half a mile away. Since it can fly so far, the XK X500 does have built-in GPS tracking , LED lights and a return home key just in case you have trouble navigating it back. Gearbest.com offers their 100% satisfaction guarantee on everything they sell, so check it out by clicking here.
The season of giving is upon us. Check out these drones and kick off your holiday season with something cool and fun. Gearbest.com offers free shipping with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
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Huawei launches the G7 Plus with a 5.5-inch display and a slick design
Not to be outdone by HTC, Huawei has launched the G7 Plus with a high resolution 5.5-inch screen and a design that’s strikingly similar to a certain fruity competitor’s flagship phone. While the G7 Plus doesn’t completely look like an iPhone, it definitely does take some serious design inspiration from Apple. Not that it’s a bad thing, but it’s hard not to see it.
The hardware is solid, however, with Huawei packing in a 1080p display and a 13 megapixel camera. There’s an octa-core processor on board with 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage with a microSD card slot. Huawei also managed to fit a fingerprint scanner into the back of the device, too.
The G7 Plus is priced aggressively at around $330, making for a very competitive package. It’ll ship with Android 5.1.
source: Gadgets 360
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Google is looking for ways to make their own chips, much like Apple
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It goes without saying that Google wants to beat Apple in the smartphone space. While it definitely does so in some areas – like adoption rate for instance – the ugly issue of fragmentation often rears its head. To try and combat this and control what hardware manufacturers are using, there are reports that Google is exploring the option of having a chip manufacturer make various smartphone components designed by Google itself, much like what Apple does with the Ax chips, which are manufactured by Samsung.
The story goes that Google had started discussions this fall (northern hemisphere) to potentially make a whole device in-house at Google – the benefit of this is obvious, with Google able to build a system that could be better integrated with Android. The obvious pitfall in this plan is finding the right manufacturer with most of the big manufacturers reluctant to surrender their competitive edge to Google – settling for a lower tier manufacturer might not be an option for Google if producing cutting edge devices is their intention. Of course, there are ways to do this – it’s possible that Google mandates that future Nexus manufacturers choose the components that Google specifies, though it will be interesting to see which manufacturer would be willing to play along with that plan.
What do you think about Google making their own hardware? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: The Information via The Verge
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Zero Reflex is a new fast-paced evasion game with psychedelic visuals
Zero Reflex is a new game that offers an extremely fast-paced evasion experience with some pretty crazy visuals and 60 challenges to play through. It’s a difficult experience, but everybody needs a good challenge every now and then, right?
There are 20 levels in the game with three difficulty modes, and a ramping difficulty that makes later levels more punishing. The developer is even offering a $10,000 bounty for the first player to complete the game, which is a move that’s bound to build up a quick player base.
If you’re interested, the game is free. Check out some screenshots and grab the download below.
LONDON, Nov. 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Zero Reflex is a psychedelic evader which tests both your dexterity and your nerves in a fast-paced punishing environment that keeps pushing your limits. Circles, bullets, shurikens, rockets, saws and time — they’re all after you! Zero Reflex puts 60 challenges in front of you. You have no save points and no excuses! Be faster than a blink of the Eye!
The team behind the game is so confident in the difficulty of Zero Reflex that they are organizing a global Zero Reflex Contest. The first player to complete the whole game wins 10.000 USD, you can read more on the Contest rules HERE.
Features
- Minimalistic, clean design
- Action packed psychedelic levels
- The further you go the harder you are punished for your mistakes
- 3 game modes: Normal, Hard and Nightmare
- 60 challenges
Zero Reflex has 20 levels which differ in both design and mechanics. Each of the 20 levels changes its speed and amount of danger for the player depending weather played in Normal, Hard or Nightmare Mode. Try to survive for as long as possible by moving the pilot to avoid everything flying around you. Each level lasts for 30 seconds.
Game Mods
- Normal – you have three lives, after death you get sent back 1 level
- Hard – you have two lives, after death you get sent back 2 levels
- Nightmare – you have one life, after death you get sent back 3 levels
Platforms & Pricing
The game was released on November 5th 2015 on:
- Steam – PC, Linux, & Mac — http://store.steampowered.com/app/405650/
- App Store – iOS — http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/zero-reflex/id1003727635
- Google Play – Android — http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.exordium.eyewillsurvivelite
- Windows Store – Windows Phone — https://www.microsoft.com/store/apps/9NBLGGH5Z9XS
Mobile: The US price for Zero Reflex is 2.99 USD and the EU price is 2.99 € for all platforms except Android where it will be available for free.
Desktop: the Steam price for Zero Reflex is 2.99 USD.
You can find more information on the game at the LINK.
Social channels: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
Video – http://youtu.be/t_ATNC4MIvM
Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151104/283874
Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20151104/283873
SOURCE Exordium Games
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Samsung offering two new accessory bundles with a smartphone purchase and Samsung Pay activation
If you’re thinking about buying a new Samsung phone over the holidays, Samsung is offering two new pricey bundles to tempt you. Both bundles are valued at about $349, and all you’ll have to do is buy a 2015 Samsung flagship and activate Samsung Pay.
Both bundles include a wireless charging pad and a fast charging battery pack, but one bundle includes a Swarovski crystal case for your phone and the other includes a Samsung Level On pair of headphones. That’s a pretty solid set of accessories to go with a new phone.
If you’re curious about the eligible phones, you can buy a Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge or its Plus variant, or a Galaxy Note 5. Once you buy the phone, you’ll have to activate a valid card on Samsung Pay, which will also net a $50 cash back rebate, too. Then you’ll just have to register with Samsung and they’ll get your accessory bundle set up.
Also, for anyone coming from an iPhone, you can trade in an old Apple smartphone for $100 in Play Store credit. Samsung’s really not pulling any punches to sell some phones over the holidays.
source: Samsung Promotions
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Syfy will premiere ‘The Expanse’ online before it hits cable
If enough time has passed for you to be comfortable calling the network “Syfy,” perhaps you’ll check out its new TV show. The Expanse is based on a popular series of novels by the same name, following a detective and a ship’s captain pursuing the case of a missing young woman before it uncovers a larger universe-spanning conspiracy (which is what usually happens). While its two-night TV premiere is planned for December 14th/15th, the first episode will hit streaming services later this month on November 23rd. Of course that includes Syfy.com, the Syfy Now app and On Demand, but also Hulu, Amazon, Google Play, Vudu, iTunes, Playstation, Xbox, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, Wikia, IGN, IMDb, Good Reads, Crave Online and Roku. The only question now is whether or not it’s actually worth watching even for free — hopefully the trailer embedded after the break helps answer that one.
Source: Syfy
Blizzard’s Upcoming Game ‘Overwatch’ Won’t Be Coming to OS X
While game developer Blizzard has a long-standing history of bringing its games to OS X in addition to Windows, the developer today confirmed at its BlizzCon fan convention that it will not be bringing its new game, Overwatch, to OS X, according to Polygon.
Overwatch game director Jeff Kaplan confirmed the news, acknowledging that the company has longstanding support for Apple’s computers. However, Kaplan says the company focused its efforts on Windows due to the “technology behind Macs.”
“Currently with the technology behind Macs and the way Overwatch runs it’s just too challenging for us at this point to support it,” Kaplan said. “Our focus right now is entirely on PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4.”
Kaplan didn’t specify what Mac technology was making it challenging for Blizzard to make the game for OS X, but Apple’s support for graphics technologies such as Metal and OpenGL may be part of the reason. Some of the early developers who committed to Metal, such as Adobe, have backpedaled a bit as they work with the new technology. Apple has also been criticized for not adopting the most recent versions of OpenGL, which is also heavily relied upon in modern game development
Most recently, Blizzard launched free-to-play multiplayer online battle arena game Heroes of the Storm for Mac OS X on June 2, 2015.
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FCC refuses to force websites to honor Do Not Track requests
The FCC has dismissed a petition filed by California nonprofit Consumer Watchdog, asking the commission to require “edge providers” to honor Do Not Track requests. The group named Google, Facebook, YouTube, Pandora, Netflix and LinkedIn as examples of edge providers, which means it wants these websites to allow people to use their services without giving them their data in exchange. See, even if you enable your browser’s Do Not Track option to opt out of third-party tracking by advertisers and the like, websites can choose not to honor it. If the petition passed, it would have changed that.
Source: Ars Technica, Consumer Watchdog (PDF), FCC (PDF)
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