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![Understanding Dead Pixels: A Complete Guide]()
Understanding Dead Pixels: A Complete Guide Experiencing a dead pixel on your monitor can be both annoying and confusing. In this article, we delve deep into the world of pixels, explaining what they are, how to identify them, and what you can do to fix them. This information will be useful if you spot black or colored spots on your screen that aren't supposed to be there. Understanding pixels and their potential problems can enable you to prolong the lifespan of your monitor and improve your viewing experience.
What is a Dead Pixel?
A pixel is the smallest unit making up an image on your monitor. When we... Continue reading -
![Consumer Spending on Subscription Apps Surges Despite Decreased Ad Spending]()
Consumer Spending on Subscription Apps Surges Despite Decreased Ad Spending As mobile app marketers pivot their focus from growth to customer loyalty, ad spending on app installs has seen a significant decline. According to the 2023 State of App Marketing for Subscription Apps report by Liftoff and AppsFlyer, Android subscription app install spending dropped by 41% and iOS by 30%. However, this decline in ad spending doesn't appear to have dented consumer spending on apps.
While user acquisition saw a substantial decrease on both Android and iOS platforms, media re-engagement budgets surged by 48% in 2023. Coupled with this, there was a significant increase in total consumer expenditure on subscription-based iOS... Continue reading -
![Stabilizing Noise Digitally: YouTube's New "Stable Volume" Feature]()
Stabilizing Noise Digitally: YouTube's New "Stable Volume" Feature At the forefront of user-centered innovation, YouTube has subtly unveiled a new feature, the 'Stable Volume,' designed to enhance the user experience. Its function has not been explicitly declared. However, the app's clientele became aware of its existence thanks to eagle-eyed netizens, who stumbled upon it hidden under the Ambient mode of the video settings page.
Decoding the function from its name, 'Stable Volume, ' might be a tool to manage and equalize the audio levels across diverse videos, facilitating a smooth auditory experience. Such an application would be a boon to viewers as they switch between videos, eliminating the jarring... Continue reading -
![Gang Beasts: 10 Special Moves and Tricks You Need to Learn]()
Gang Beasts: 10 Special Moves and Tricks You Need to Learn When it comes to rambunctious brawling games, Gang Beasts takes the crown. With its quirky physics-based gameplay and floppy characters, it provides endless hours of chaotic fun with friends. While the game may seem simple at first, there are hidden special moves and tricks that can give you an edge over your opponents. In this guide, we'll explore 10 special moves and tricks that you need to master in Gang Beasts.
1. Breaking Out Of A Hold
One of the most important skills to master in Gang Beasts is breaking out of a hold. When an opponent has grabbed onto you, quickly... Continue reading -
![Emerging Rumors Hint at Starcraft 3's Development Under Blizzard's Wing]()
Emerging Rumors Hint at Starcraft 3's Development Under Blizzard's Wing An intriguing conversation on social media recently set the gaming community astir with anticipatory excitement. A prominent figure in Microsoft dropped what appears to be a hint about the development of Starcraft 3 by Blizzard, the game development juggernaut. The exchange, while brief and ambiguous, has ignited speculation among the franchise's avid followers, who are fervently hoping for a new chapter in this popular series.
The chatter began when Jez Corden, the Managing Editor of Windows Central, was asked about Xbox's potential interest in rebooting Starcraft. His cryptic response, "Msft won’t need to revive Starcraft," sparked a whirlwind of guesswork. When... Continue reading -
![Finding new realms: Top 5 alternatives to New World]()
Finding new realms: Top 5 alternatives to New World New World has captivated a large player base with its innovative MMORPG gameplay, intricate storylines, and mesmerizing graphics. However, the vast world of gaming offers an array of alternatives that are equally captivating, if not more. This article delves into the top 5 games that provide a similar vibe and experience as compared to New World, highlighting their gameplay, story, and setting.
1. The Elder Scrolls Online
Taking the first spot on the list is The Elder Scrolls Online. As one of the best MMO games currently available, it offers an immersive experience that closely rivals New World.
Gameplay, Story, and Setting
The Elder... Continue reading -
![PS3 Emulator Team Shifts Focus to PS4: A New Era In Gaming Experience?]()
PS3 Emulator Team Shifts Focus to PS4: A New Era In Gaming Experience? The illustrious team behind RPCS3, the most successful PlayStation 3 emulator, is now setting their sights on their next big venture - emulating the PlayStation 4 (PS4). This next step in the world of gaming emulation promises to open up the vast library of PS4 games to enthusiasts and novice gamers alike, offering a new level of gaming experience.
Making considerable headway in its mission, RPCS3 has effectively debugged thousands of PS3 titles to run perfectly on the emulator. The underlying framework provided by this PS3 emulator allows the direct transfer of knowledge and resources toward the creation of a PS4... Continue reading -
![NAVI revamps its CS:GO team lineup]()
NAVI revamps its CS:GO team lineup NAVI, a Ukrainian esports organization, has declared several updates for its Counter-Strike: Global Offensive roster as disclosed in a fresh blog post. Three new members have been added to the team to join forces with the team captain, Oleksandr "s1mple" Kostyliev, and Valerii "b1t" Vakhovskyi.
The new entrees, signed by NAVI, comprise Aleksi "Aleksib" Virolaine, Justinas "jL" Lekavicius, and Mihai "iM" Ivan.
To scrutinize NAVI's performance and evaluate if this new team can regain the organization's former glory, the team is set to participate in the BLAST Fall Groups slated to occur between July 10 and 22. Continue reading -
![From Console to Cinema: The Top Five RPGs Primed for a Blockbuster Movie Adaptation]()
From Console to Cinema: The Top Five RPGs Primed for a Blockbuster Movie Adaptation Role-playing video games, or RPGs, are renowned for their immersive storytelling, complex characters, and challenging gameplay. These games, often inspired by film and literature, provide a unique interactive narrative experience. However, certain RPGs have tales so compelling and characters so richly developed they almost seem wasted on the video game format. These games contain stories that could easily rival those told in the most critically acclaimed films. The following is a selection of ten such RPGs that, if transitioned from console to cinema, could potentially redefine the way we view video game adaptations.
1. The Intriguing World of NieR
The NieR series,... Continue reading -
![Atomic Heart: Annihilation Instinct DLC to Release on August 2nd]()
Atomic Heart: Annihilation Instinct DLC to Release on August 2nd The highly anticipated first Atomic Heart DLC, Annihilation Instinct, has finally received a confirmed release date. After a vague initial trailer last month, a new, more detailed trailer has emerged, announcing that the DLC will be available on August 2, 2023. The announcement brings excitement to fans eager to experience the game's expansion, set in the dystopian world after the original game's climax.
Atomic Heart: Annihilation Instinct will introduce players to the Mendeleev Complex and its surrounding swamps, as well as the truth behind NORA. Players will step into the shoes of Major P-3 as he returns to Facility 3826, facing... Continue reading -
![YouTube Explores Gaming Horizons with Playables]()
YouTube Explores Gaming Horizons with Playables After Google's Stadia game streaming service shut down, the company expressed interest in exploring other gaming avenues. Now, it seems YouTube is stepping into the gaming ring with its own gaming product, Playables, currently in the testing phase. YouTube, already a popular destination for user-generated content and video game streaming, aims to strengthen its foothold in the gaming space, potentially offsetting a decline in advertising revenue.
According to The Wall Street Journal, YouTube CEO Neal Mohan is keen to expand the brand's presence in the gaming sector. As part of this effort, YouTube has internally tested a new gaming product called... Continue reading -
![Apple Fitness+'s Custom Plans Feature: Personalized Workout Schedules]()
Apple Fitness+'s Custom Plans Feature: Personalized Workout Schedules Apple Fitness+, the popular fitness service offered by Apple, has introduced an exciting new feature called Custom Plans. This innovative addition aims to provide users with personalized workout schedules tailored to their individual goals and fitness levels. With Custom Plans, Apple Fitness+ subscribers can now enjoy a more customized and efficient workout experience.
The main part of this feature revolves around creating personalized workout schedules based on the user's preferences and objectives. By taking into account factors such as available time, preferred workout types, and fitness goals, Apple Fitness+ generates a customized plan that optimizes the user's fitness journey. This approach... Continue reading
