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November 2024

unleashing light of motiram tencents new openworld

In the rousing realm of technology, where the improbable becomes a piece of cake before your morning cuppa, Tencent Games' Polaris Quest and Aurora Studio have gone full steam ahead to challenge the status quo. They've debuted "Light of Motiram", an open-world survival crafting game featuring mechanised beasties that would make even Dr Dolittle scratch his noggins.

Burnished with the audacity of Jules Verne, this game is set to grace PlayStation 5, iOS and one can only assume, any device not crafted during the reign of Queen Victoria. It's remarkable they've managed to create something compatible for both console and mobile, an achievement akin to persuading Yorkshire and Lancashire to work together. Though don’t hold your breath expecting it to be completely glitch-free – unless you fancy going a shocking shade of royal blue.

Much like British summer weather, technology continues to astonish, frustrate, and bewilder in equal measures. But as with anything, be it conquering technology or hunting for a decent Wi-Fi signal in the highlands, a good sense of humour and a stiff upper lip shall save the day. Pity they can’t patch that into the game, eh? Read more here.

thrills and chills unmasking the perils of osaka

Well, it seems the chaps over in Osaka, Japan, have decided to tackle their technological difficulties with an age-old tradition: danjiri matsuri, or, as I've come to know it, the "let's hurl big floats about and see what happens" festival. A quintessentially British regard for health and safety, it's most certainly not; and yet, there's an odd disparity between this festival and the ongoing challenges of fiddling with complex tech.

Bear with me while I unveil the connection. Much like our constant tussle with technology, these festivals are well-known for taking the biscuit... for danger. Bit of a notorious beast, actually. What with the 3-tonne floats being rather enthusiastically tugged about by festival-goers, the adrenaline and enthusiasm often proving more powerful than practical common sense. Rings a bell, doesn't it? That's right, remnant of that time you frantically installed updates just moments before the most important video conference of the year.

Interestingly though, it's not a case of mere chaos for the sake of it. This festival triumphantly parades the shared objective of moving colossal bits of wood about with astounding smoothness - an epitome of collective effort. A metaphor rather alike our own endeavours of managing tech- making something confoundingly complex run as smoothly as a well-oiled Jaguar, if you will.

Surely the similarities are becoming clear as gin by now, aren't they? If not, here's the punchline: addrssing the ongoing complexities of technology is much like Osaka's danjiri matsuri. Racing against time, dodging unexpected occurrences, yet ploughing through with relentless human spirit. And at the end of it all? Either a successful float parade or, in our case, a somewhat functioning piece of tech.

All this to say, whichever side of this technological tug-of-war you swing to, remember to retain a healthy dollop of humour. Because at the end of the day, whether it's festivals or firewalls, we're all just trying to tug massive problems into the realm of possibility. And hey, if some Japanese folk can manage it with 3-tonne block of wood, we Read more here.

exclusive preview hightier guests enjoy early access tour in tech world

Dear readers, I'm here, once again, with an editorial treat packaged with more technology woes than a lost tourist with a malfunctioning sat-nav. Today's topic? That thrilling early peek our privileged fraternity have enjoyed around the top-tier guest infrastructures.

Oh yes, it was supposed to be a grand tour of technological impressiveness, charm and functionality. Instead, it was a promising novel with all the highs and lows of a dodgy roller coaster ride.

Our brave explorers geared up, expecting to move gracefully through a symphony of groundbreaking tech solutions that ultimately turned out to be more of a stilted two-step. For whilst these innovations looked dapper on the dancefloor, when the drummer started up, they were more inclined to shuffle awkwardly than to glide across the parquet.

Despite advances we've all seen in infrastructure and technology, these lofty titans of progress can still make a mess of even the simplest two-step. There’s a beautifully ironic struggle at work here: A struggle of brilliant minds against the hard obstinacy of silicon and coding languages that refuse to be tamed into perfection.

Fear not, dear reader, for despite these impeccably dressed innovations tripping over their laces, there is a silver lining. This serves as another lovely reminder, that even the zenith of our technological aspirations aren’t always crack-proof at the dress rehearsal. The challenge thus continues, as tirelessly as an overworked tech-support team.

A moment of silence then, for those prestigious guests whose tour turned unexpectedly to farce, and an approving nod to those diligently committed to wrangling progress from cantankerous coding. In this topsy-turvy tango of technology, all we can do is put on our best ballroom shoes and take a step forward, optimistically tripping through to the future with hope and jolly good humour. Read more here.

unveiling the galaxy s25 ultra innovative rounded corner design in

Oh, tech rumours, how you keep us on our tenterhooks! The latest scoop comes fresh out of the digital labyrinth, a.k.a. Reddit. Apparently, a video is making the rounds-- purportedly featuring a new darling, the Galaxy S25 Ultra. If this is to be believed, it's not just a pair of rounded corners setting it apart from its Samsung siblings. There must be more than being 'hip to be square', eh?

While the tech glitterati are titillated by these snippets, they're also a harsh reminder of the ever-changing landscape of our dearly beloved tech universe. The challenges are persistent, much like an overly zealous telemarketer on commission. Yet, we rise with aplomb and a stiff upper lip, striving to keep on top of the shapeshifting beast that is technology relying on our British determination and a dash of jolly good humour.

So, let's pull up our socks and brace ourselves as we navigate the mystery of the Galaxy S25 Ultra's corners. Maybe they're not just to prevent us from poking our eyes out after all, eh? Read more here.

parental backlash on tech innovations a deep dive

Oh, splendid. It appears yet again that the subtle ballet of technology and infrastructure is spinning on one leg, much to the chagrin of the parental platoon. As it stands, the article doesn't offer much by way of context - "The other parents are not taking this well" - we're keeping it cryptic, are we? Be that as it may, one imagines it involves our old chums: the frustrating hiccup of internet connections, that beloved tango between parent, child, and screen, and the labyrinthine quest for compatible devices.

So let's raise a virtual glass, shall we, to the ceaseless trials of tech! Because remember, when life gives you buffering signals and incompatible systems, make an amusing anecdote to share with your virtual colleagues down the (online) pub. Pip-pip, chin up, and all that. Read more here.

black friday deal alert sonic x shadow generations now only 30

With unyielding determination and a side of chips laced in irony, the news in tech today revolves around 'Sonic X Shadow Generations,' the beloved electronical pastime for those partial to a digital run-around. This delightful computational escapade has taken an unexpected financial tumble just in time for Black Friday, decidedly retail’s version of a royal rumble.

Now, offered at a mere £30 ($30 for our colonial cousins), it would appear that our tenacious friend Sonic is sprinting not only through shadowy digital dimensions but also down the slippery slope of discounted sales. The mayhem of Black Friday has caused a penny-pinching frenzy and it seems even our beloved hedgehog hasn't been spared.

Yet, such is the head-scratching rollercoaster of technology and aforementioned economic infrastructures—perilous at worst, unpredictably amusing at best. Seems like Sonic is performing the dance of commercial survival, much like an amateur Strictly Come Dancing contestant – you don’t know whether to laugh or cry at the performances. Nevertheless, he soldiers on, reminding us of the ongoing challenges of our technologically entangled lives, all the while showing resolute determination beneath those prickly quills.

He's basically a mascot for those navigating the ever-twisting maze of technology - a marathon of software tumbles and router relapses endured with stalwart resilience and a cheeky grin. Here's a toast to Sonic, to the ingenuity of technology, and the shared smiles amidst the sparks of minor chaos. So secure your slips of plastic and rush on down to the virtual shop - with deals like these, supplies may not stick around faster than our favourite blue anthropomorphic hedgehog. Read more here.

exclusive new xbox series xs game faces review bombing on metac

Right then, let's crack on then about these new toys from Microsoft, shall we? In the wonderfully unforgiving realm of gaming, the Xbox Series X and the Series S have descended amidst thunderous applause, only to be greeted with a shower of digital rotten tomatoes, otherwise known as review bombing. The impressive new gaming consoles are currently under a barrage on Metacritic, Steam, and even dear old Microsoft Store.

In a textbook case of 'Damned if you do, damned if you don’t', folks have turned their ire on the exclusivity of the consoles, proving once again that winning them over is tougher than getting a round of toast perfectly browned on both sides.

But let's hold fast, chaps! It's technology we're wrestling with, after all. There's no surrender here, just unyielding determination, constant updates, and the occasional 'turn it off and on again'. Because as we all know, in the relentless push and pull of technology, there will always be bumps in the road. Let’s endure them with a smirk and a shrug, shall we? Until we conquer them, onwards and forwards, the British bulldogs we are. Pip pip! Read more here.

huge tech sale kickoff the seasons best deals start now

Batten down the hatches, folks. The great tech bazaar has commenced, no holds barred. Trading, selling, and possibly some intense haggling seems to be the flavour of the day. However, one should be wary, for beneath this glossy sheen of frenzy buying and selling lurks a bevy of complex technology and infrastructure Herculean tasks that might give even the most stalwart of problem-solvers a good old bout of the heebie-jeebies.

As we roll up our sleeves and plunge unflinchingly into a veritable morass of dauntingly intricate machines and precariously balanced systems, we find ourselves constantly thwarted at every turn by the seemingly insurmountable conundrums these mischievous minions of tech throw our way. But fear not, dear readers, for where there's a will, there surely is a way (and a whole lot more of groaning, muttering, and tea-drinking in our case).

All hope is not lost, for behind each confounding mechanical puzzle is simply an opportunity for a hearty chinwag, a good ponder and perhaps another round of tea. So let us march forth and embrace the frustration, for it is in solving these persistent irritants that we find our veritable cup of tea, our raison d'être. After all, who doesn't enjoy a splendid tussle with the occasional obstinate microchip now, do we?

There you have it, chums - a whirlwind tour of the great tech sale and our unending, dare we say somewhat masochistic, tryst with complex technology and infrastructure challenges. As the old saying goes, the devil is in the details, but isn't it just devilishly fun to keep on tackling them time and again? Always remember, it's a rough road that leads to the heights of greatness - or at least to a perfectly functioning toaster. Read more here.

ubisoft eliminates forced stealth segments from star wars outlaws

In a much-anticipated move, Ubisoft has finally decided to wave adieu to the exceedingly irksome forced stealth sections that have been plaguing the Star Wars Outlaws quests. No more skulking in the shadows and sneaking around like an interstellar cat burglar. No, sir!

This latest decision swirling within the tech realm, whilst being a relief, is a blinding reminder of the perpetual challenges gaming companies face. The endeavor to balance gameplay, providing a heady mix of adrenaline and strategy – not forgetting to add a little sprinkling of fun - is a veritable technology puzzle that continues to bamboozle even the best of them.

Despite this, tech companies like Ubisoft press on, showing the resilience of a Jedi Knight stuck in a Sarlacc pit. It would seem the journey through the nebulous and eternally shifting landscape of tech evolution is the voyage they're committed to keeping, much like the Millennium Falcon on a Kessel Run.

So here's to Ubisoft, navigating the vast and turbulent sea of technological challenges with the audacity of a Wookiee on a walkabout. May your hyperdrives never fail, and your quest in the tech universe be as thrilling as a cantina brawl on Tatooine. Pour a blue milk and charge your lightsabers, folks. The tech saga continues, deja vu and all! Read more here.

apple swiftly patches two active zeroday exploits critical

Apple, ever the diligent custodian, has found its armour punctured yet again by the fickle finger of zero-day exploits. After discovering two tantalising 'nasties' lurking in iOS, macOS, and the often underestimated imp that is Safari, the sages in Cupertino have dutifully dispatched security updates faster than one could say "have you tried turning it off and on again?

Every Apple aficionado knows that security updates are akin to an endless game of whack-a-mole. One blighter is pounded into submission, only to have two more pop up in its place, sporting wider grins and trickier shenanigans. Remember, you're winning if you're not losing too badly.

Suffice to say, these zero-day exploits were discovered with the penchant of a terrier sniffing out truffles, paving the way for emergency updates to secure our beloved technological temples. Not quite a job for Hercule Poirot, but more essential than marmite on toast.

So, dear readers, in our ongoing narrative of technology as the never-ending panto villain, always remember to dutifully update your devices. It's somewhat akin to flossing - not the most thrilling part of your day, but certainly saves you from future pain. Apply the patches, keep the baddies at bay, sip your tea confidently, and let's live to fight another day in this frantically amusing world of technology warfare. Read more here.