Microsoft has introduced a new gamepad keyboard feature in Windows 11, allowing users to type with an Xbox controller. This improvement enhances the on-screen keyboard’s usability and navigability when using an Xbox controller. The feature is part of ongoing efforts to make Windows more handheld-friendly. The gamepad keyboard includes shortcuts identical to those used in … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to a partial ceasefire with Russia, focusing on energy and civilian infrastructure. The 30-day truce was facilitated by a phone call between Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump. The agreement marks a significant development in the conflict, which began over three years ago. Trump described their conversation as … Read more
Motion smoothing is a feature found in many modern TVs that aims to reduce blur and create a sharper image during fast-moving scenes. However, for casual viewing, including watching March Madness or other non-gaming content, it can detract from the filmmaker’s original intent and make on-screen images seem artificial. The term “soap opera effect” aptly … Read more
The New York Knicks are set to face off against the San Antonio Spurs in a crucial matchup, looking to bounce back from their recent losses. The Knicks have had a successful season so far, with only five teams having a better record than their 43-24 campaign. However, they’ve been without their All-Star guard Jalen … Read more
inZOI Studio’s highly anticipated life simulation game is set to launch next week in early access, with a confirmed price of $39.99 and no in-game purchases. The game’s developer revealed several upcoming features, including freelance jobs, ghost play, and a Southeast Asian-inspired cat island called Kucingku. To get an exclusive taste of the game, inZOI … Read more
Indie film director Jeff Baena, who recently passed away by suicide, had reportedly made “concerning remarks” to his wife Aubrey Plaza just months before his death. According to a new report from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Plaza received a text message from Baena on the day of his death and was told that … Read more
Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray will miss Wednesday’s matchup against the Lakers due to injuries, according to ESPN. Jokic has a left ankle impingement and a contusion on his right elbow, while Murray is dealing with a sprained right ankle. Coach Michael Malone believes his players are making the right decisions by resting injured players. … Read more
Apple spent years developing its new C1 modem, but expectations were that it would trail Qualcomm’s 5G modem. However, a recent study by Ookla reveals a different story. The study compared the iPhone 16e with C1 against the standard iPhone 16 with Qualcomm’s modem on the top three US carriers. The findings show Apple’s C1 … Read more
Kirsty Coventry has been elected as the first female and African president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), marking a significant milestone in the world of sports. The 41-year-old Zimbabwean swimmer won the presidential election with 49 votes, surpassing her closest rival, Juan Antonio Samaranch, who received 28 votes. Coventry’s victory comes after a seven-candidate … Read more
The European Union has announced a new security strategy aimed at reducing its dependency on the United States for military equipment and strengthening its own defense capabilities. In response to Russian aggression, the EU’s executive branch has unveiled the “Readiness 2030” strategy, which includes buying more defense equipment from European suppliers. The plan aims to … Read more