Designers have an obligation to make gaming accessible for people with disabilities

Anyone can play video games, right? If you’ve been following recent buzz in the gaming industry, you might be under the impression that video games are more accessible than they’ve ever been. Popular talking points include how video game audiences are increasingly large and diverse. This perception is due, in large part (as games researcher Jesper Juul identifies), to the rise of more user-friendly interfaces that bypass many of the roadblocks associated with controller “literacy”. (For example, knowing that if you want your avatar to jump further you need to hold the jump button down rather than just press it).…

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https://ift.tt/2Iy8IVV The Conversation February 23, 2019 at 12:00PM

Why can’t all set-top boxes be as stylish as the Freebox Delta?

It might seem strange to do a deep-dive of an internet and TV set-top box, let alone one that you can't have in the United States. But the Freebox Delta from French carrier Free, equipped with Devialet speakers, is so strange, stylish and interesting... https://ift.tt/2Tbb8O7 Steve Dent February 23, 2019 at 12:00PM

Ask Engadget: Do I need a ray-tracing GPU?

The support shared among readers in the comments section is one of the things we love most about the Engadget community. Over the years, we've known you to offer sage advice on everything from Chromecasts and cameras to drones and smartphones. In fac... https://ift.tt/2Iv3f21 Amber Bouman February 23, 2019 at 12:00PM

MSI GAMING Livestream

Multistreaming with https://restream.io/ https://ift.tt/2XgN7Vj MSI Gaming February 23, 2019 at 11:07AM

Shazam is the OG Captain Marvel

We're all excited to see Carol Danvers hit the big screen in Captain Marvel, but you might not know DC superhero Shazam was the first to hold the name. He also didn't start off at DC, and he's one of the oldest superheroes around. This week we walk through a brief history of Shazam and how he came to be. Shazam! Official Teaser Trailer: https://youtu.be/go6GEIrcvFY In new Shazam featurette, Zachary Levi battles baddies with humor: https://ift.tt/2XtvWzU Shazam superhero movie with Zachary Levi: Release date, trailers, cast: https://ift.tt/2SmLT6V Hulu's new Marvel shows: https://youtu.be/bGoN3L48-xg Henry Cavill out as Superman… maybe: https://youtu.be/WXmR5SksebQ Captain Marvel explained, Avengers 4 theories: https://youtu.be/KZ6b5wRc8P4 When will X-Men join the MCU?: https://youtu.be/3Wx9LdvkHZQ Who is Marvel superhero Shang-Chi?: https://youtu.be/0uMmHQ1sGRA Ashley Esqueda on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashleyesqueda Mark Serrels on Twitter: https://twitter.com/serrels #Shazam #DC #StreamEconomy Subscribe to CNET: https://www.youtube.com/user/CNETTV CNET playlists: https://www.youtube.com/user/CNETTV/playlists Download the new CNET app: https://ift.tt/2fmiQ6l Like us on Facebook: https://ift.tt/1930vfU Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/cnet Follow us on Instagram: http://bit.ly/2icCYYm https://ift.tt/2SmTClr CNET February 23, 2019 at 11:00AM

Oppo phone with 10x zoom camera will launch this spring

Following the teaser from mid-January, today Oppo held an event just ahead of MWC to talk more about its upcoming 10x "lossless" camera zoom technology. This will still be enabled by a triple-camera module, but now we know that from top to bottom, it... https://ift.tt/2ErNBjV Richard Lai February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

RokBlok is basically a turntable in your pocket, and it can be yours for $89

The stacks of wax are growing again. And since you probably tossed your last turntable around the time you cleared out of your freshman dorm, the RokBlok is your chance to get back into vinyl with a decidedly futuristic spin. Right now, you can get this incredibly cool gadget for just $89 from TNW Deals with promo code: ROK10.

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A Hidden Nest Secure Mic, Facebook's Dead VPN, and More Security News This Week

The 2020 disinformation campaigns have started, DrainerBot is coming for your smartphone's battery, and more security news this week. https://ift.tt/2ErNy7J Brian Barrett February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

Game Design Is Not for the Faint of Heart

Videogame creator Lori Ann Cole says stress was an everyday occurrence when she was working on 'Hero U'. https://ift.tt/2V9kqHU Geek's Guide to the Galaxy February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

The Morning After: The problem with the Galaxy Fold

Welcome to your weekend! Did you hear? Foldable phones are a real thing. Beside Samsung's big Unpacked showcase, we re-reviewed PlayStation's streaming service, we need to (and do) talk about Huawei's rough year and dream of solar farms in space. MWC... https://ift.tt/2Esguwu Mat Smith February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

Oppo announces 5G and 10x lossless zoom handsets

Saturday afternoon is a rough time for a press conference — particularly with the official kickoff of Mobile World Congress still a few days away. That said, there are certain advantages to being an early bird. Chief among them is the ability to claim firsts — namely having the first 5G handset of the show. […] https://ift.tt/2Vfiv4I Brian Heater February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

Developers are our best bet to stop Apple’s App Store monopoly

Any day now, the US Supreme Court will issue a decision in a case called Apple Inc. v. Pepper, where a group of iPhone users have said that the Apple App Store, the only place they can get software (or apps) on their phones, is an unlawful monopoly. They’re right.  It’s no secret that Apple forces users of its mobile devices (iPhones and iPads) to download apps through its app store. Apple does this so it gets a cut of every software purchase on a mobile device running on iOS. In the Pepper case, someone has finally stood up to…

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https://ift.tt/2EsgrRk Harrison McAvoy February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

Startups Weekly: Flexport, Clutter and SoftBank’s blood money

Plus, Pinterest is going public too, Lyft's IPO is imminent and London is home to the largest pre-seed fund ever. https://ift.tt/2VdXaZh Kate Clark February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

Ajit Pai Claims His FCC Improved Broadband Access

But progress was actually similar to what it was during the Obama era. https://ift.tt/2EqqNB8 Jon Brodkin, Ars Technica February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

Space Photos of the Week: Building Blocks of Water Everywhere

Turns out the moon has what we need to make water—and fuel rockets. https://ift.tt/2VfjGkw Shannon Stirone February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

10 Best Android Phone Deals This Weekend (2019)

The Galaxy S10 isn't the only smartphone to consider. A lot of great devices are on sale this week. https://ift.tt/2EqRmWQ WIRED Staff February 23, 2019 at 09:00AM

Twitter co-founder Ev Williams bids the company's board farewell

Twitter co-founder and former CEO Ev Williams has stepped down from the social network's board of directors. He didn't really give an explanation other than saying that he's doing so to be able to "focus on some other things." Williams currently serv... https://ift.tt/2Noun1g Mariella Moon February 23, 2019 at 06:00AM

How technology is changing sexual identity

Sex as we know it is about to change. We are already living through a new sexual revolution, thanks to technologies that have transformed the way we relate to each other in our intimate relationships. But we believe a second wave of sexual technologies is now starting to appear, and these are transforming how some people view their very sexual identity. People we refer to as “digisexuals” are turning to advanced technologies, such as robots, virtual reality (VR) environments, and feedback devices known as teledildonics, to take the place of human partners. Defining digisexuality In our research, we use the…

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https://ift.tt/2GHj7MX The Conversation February 23, 2019 at 06:00AM

Can You Tell Between a Real and Computer-Generated Face?

The internet is filed with crap. So much so that even stuff that looks legitimate is still just a bunch of doodie wrapped up nicely. Now two University of Washington professors are trying to wake us up to this fact with their Calling Bullshit project, which features a fun little interactive website with a quiz on it. The test is simple enough, guess which human face is real and which is not. You'd be surprised how tricky it can get. ► Subscribe for more tech & culture videos: http://on.mash.to/subscribe ◄ MORE FROM MASHABLE ‌• Video - https://youtu.be/6ElleCub6uM ‌• Video - https://youtu.be/jAu1ZsTCA64 ‌• Video - https://youtu.be/W8T6fYt9-tA  Subscribe to Mashable: http://on.mash.to/subscribe  Best of playlist: https://on.mash.to/BestOf  MASHABLE ACROSS THE WEB  Mashable.com: http://on.mash.to/1hCcRpl  Facebook: https://ift.tt/2I7KIYV Twitter: https://ift.tt/2IgAQIf Instagram: https://ift.tt/2I6suXD Mashable is for superfans. We're not for the casually curious. Obsess with us. https://ift.tt/2GZi3DN Mashable February 23, 2019 at 05:06AM

Paradoxically, platforms like Uber and Deliveroo could be good for labor unions

In my research on the platform economy, I’ve seen a trend of trade unions mainly attacking websites like Uber and Deliveroo. However, I’d like to argue that their focus on a hostile approach is a mistake and they need to consider another tactic. Let me explain why. We need to talk about the gig economy The time is ripe for a serious conversation about the gig economy. In recent years, classifieds on the back of a local newspaper and in call centers have widely been replaced by online platforms like Uber (taxi), Helpling (domestic cleaning service), DoorDash (local delivery), and…

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https://ift.tt/2BR1uX0 Martijn Arets February 23, 2019 at 03:00AM