May 17
One mother said her son came home crying after the incident.
May 17
How far-fetched are the racy bits in medical dramas? Some real-life doctors and nurses educate us.
May 17
MTV Suspends ‘Catfish’ While It Probes Nev Schulman Sexual Misconduct Claims
Posted in: Today's Chili“We take these allegations very seriously,” an MTV spokesperson said.
May 17
Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller is an inspiring example of inclusive design
Posted in: Today's ChiliEvery gamer with a disability faces a unique challenge for many reasons, one of which is the relative dearth of accessibility-focused peripherals for consoles. Microsoft is taking a big step toward fixing this with its Xbox Adaptive Controller, a device created to address the needs of gamers for whom ordinary gamepads aren’t an option.
The XAC, revealed officially at a recent event but also leaked a few days ago, is essentially a pair of gigantic programmable buttons and an oversized directional pad; 3.5mm ports on the back let a huge variety of assistive devices like blow tubes, pedals and Microsoft-made accessories plug in.
It’s not meant to be an all-in-one solution by any means, more like a hub that allows gamers with disabilities to easily make and adjust their own setups with a minimum of hassle. Whatever you’re capable of, whatever’s comfortable, whatever gear you already have, the XAC is meant to enable it.
I’d go into detail, but it would be impossible to do better than Microsoft’s extremely interesting and in-depth post introducing the XAC, which goes into the origins of the hardware, the personal stories of the testers and creators and much more. Absolutely worth taking the time to read.
I look forward to hearing more about the system and how its users put it to use, and I’m glad to see inclusivity and accessibility being pursued in such a practical and carefully researched manner.
May 17
Another smart luggage company has closed its doors, with startup Raden blaming the change in battery policies for air travel for the decision to shut up shop. The news makes Raden the second bag-maker to cease operations this month, each citing the tougher rules applied by airlines last December. Back then, the major airlines announced that they’d be banning many … Continue reading
May 17
It’s been just about eight months since Fortnite‘s Battle Royale mode launched, and in that time, plenty of players have become astoundingly good at the game. Fortnite doesn’t offer anything like a ranked ladder for people who are looking to try hard in a competitive mode, but that all changes this week (at least temporarily). Epic today announced the next … Continue reading
May 17
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the Kilauea volcano’s summit ejected smoke and volcanic ash into the air this morning, causing a plume that will blanket the surrounding region. The US Geological Survey joined the report, revealing that the cloud produced by the volcanic eruption reached up to 30,000ft, nearly the same cruising altitude for an airplane. According to the … Continue reading
May 17
May 17
The fourth installment of Call of Duty’s Black Ops franchise has abandoned single-player in favor of a multiplayer-only focus…including a battle royale mode. Yes, the series is cashing in on the last-player-standing mode made popular by Fortnite an…
May 17
Netflix has posted the trailer for Sense8’s long-in-the-making series finale, and it’s clear the mysterious sci-fi show isn’t going to go gently into that good night when it wraps up on June 8th. The promo emphasizes the bond between the Sensates (“w…
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