Aug 30
As we slide down into September, Apple hype is reaching its peak. Now that Apple has announced its “Wonderlust” event will take place Sept. 12, aficionados already have a vague idea what the next iPhone’s default wallpaper will look like.
Aug 30
“We have to keep it cool,” Jonny (Kiah McKirnan) insists in this clip from Jennifer Reeder’s new horror film Perpetrator. That request is difficult for the kid she’s with—because as you can clearly see, there’s something very weird about Jonny’s suddenly shape-shifting face.
Aug 30
Tesla Ordered to Turn Over Data on Its Safety-Disabling 'Elon Mode' Autopilot Feature
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Tesla vehicles for an “Elon Mode” feature that allegedly lets the driver-assistance system take over for drivers for an extensive amount of time. The administration ordered Tesla to hand over data surrounding its Autopilot feature in a July 26 …
Aug 30
Two fans of Ana de Armas, Peter Michael Rosza and Conor Woulfe, last year won the ability to take Universal to court over a “misleading trailer” for the film Yesterday. The trailer they saw featured de Armas, but the movie they watched did not. The main argument they gave was: are trailers artistic expression, or …
Aug 30
A couple months after Microsoft revealed plans to increase Game Pass subscription prices, Sony is getting in on the act. The company is bumping up the annual prices of all three PlayStation Plus plans on September 6th.
An annual Essential subscription will soon cost $80 per year, up from $60. The Extra plan is going up by $35 to $135 per year, while an annual Premium plan will soon cost $40 more at $160. The price changes won’t take effect for current PS Plus users on an annual plan until their next renewal date that’s on or after November 6th. If you make any changes to your plan between September 6th and then (such as changing tiers), the new pricing will apply.
Sony has not announced changes to the monthly ($10 for Essential, $15 for Extra and $18 for Premium) or quarterly ($25 for Essential, $40 for Extra and $50 for Premium) for the time being. It notes that the annual plan is still less expensive than a monthly or quarterly subscription in the long run.
You still have a few days to stack an extra year (or two or three) onto your existing PS Plus plan at the current prices. It’s too early to tell whether it will be worth waiting until Black Friday in case there are better deals, so if you have the cash to spare, now might be the time to add extra time to your plan.
Sony notes that it’s bumping up PS Plus plans globally to “enable us to continue bringing high-quality games and value-added benefits to your PlayStation Plus subscription service.” That’s maybe a difficult case to make given the three monthly games that will be available for all three tiers in September: the reboot of Saints Row, Black Desert – Traveler Edition and (a game I’m admittedly interested in) Generation Zero, all of which have received middling or poor reviews.
Although they’re somewhat different offerings, it’s worth noting that PS Plus is generally less expensive than the equivalent Game Pass tiers. An annual PS Plus Essential plan is $52 less than a year of Xbox Game Pass, while a 12-month PS Plus Premium membership is $44 less expensive than Game Pass Ultimate over the same timeframe.
That said, Microsoft offers access to all of its first-party games via Game Pass upon their release, an enticing offering that Sony can’t match. The new Game Pass Core tier (which is replacing Xbox Live Gold) is $60 per year and includes full online multiplayer access and an initial library of 25 games.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/sony-is-jacking-up-annual-playstation-plus-plans-by-as-much-as-40-164534502.html?src=rss
Aug 30
JBL has stepped up to the plate against Sonos with its fresh lineup of Authentics speakers designed for multi-room connectivity; While Sonos has been a pioneer in this space since 2013, JBL’s new series comes packed with features that could give Sonos a run for its money.
The three models in the Authentics series have multi-room audio support, automatic self-tuning, and flexible connectivity options via Bluetooth, WiFi, and Ethernet. All three products can concurrently run both Google Assistant and Alexa, setting a precedent in the industry for such dual-assistant capability.
Drawing design inspiration from its 70s L100 speaker, JBL has given the Authentics series a distinctive look with a grid-patterned Quadrex grille, leather-wrapped aluminum frame, and a black and gold color scheme.
JBL Authentics 500
The headliner of the lineup, the Authentics 500, offers three one-inch tweeters, three 2.75-inch mid-range woofers, and a single 6.5-inch downfiring subwoofer. This model supports Dolby Atmos and retails for $700.
JBL Authentics 300
For portable convenience, the Authentics 300 provides 360-degree audio, featuring a user-replaceable battery for eight hours of listening time. Priced at $430, it may be a good option for on-the-go use.
JBL Authentics 200
The Authentics 200, priced at $330, boasts two one-inch tweeters, a five-inch woofer, and a six-inch passive radiator. It promises to deliver rich stereo sound, deep bass, and a balanced audio profile.
Availability
All three speakers are set to launch in black on September 17th. They are compatible with the JBL One app, allowing users to sync music services, customize the EQ, and adjust settings according to their preferences.
JBL Challenges Sonos With New Authentics Multi-Room Home Speakers
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Aug 30
Adapalene is a prescription-strength retinoid that can tackle everything from acne to hyperpigmentation.
Aug 30
Manufactured by Rubies and available on Amazon (affiliate link), this inflatable Scooby-Doo Halloween costume is sure to make you the star of any Halloween party you attend. Or just impress the trick-or-treaters while handing out candy. And by candy, I mean Scooby Snacks.
The only problem is – just like with other inflatable costumes – you can’t eat or drink while wearing it. That’s a serious design flaw as far as I’m concerned, and I’m VERY concerned because I was planning to wear this and have four friends dress as Fred, Velma, Daphne, and Shaggy to win the group costume contest this year, but also be able to eat and drink all night.
The costume is one-size-fits-most average adults and includes the battery-operated fan necessary to keep Scooby-Doo inflated. It does not include the AA batteries. You have to provide those on your own. Use fresh ones, though; don’t take them out of the TV remote, or you might wind up a deflated Scooby by the end of the night. Ruh-Roh!
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Aug 30
The International Gemini Observatory, a key player in global astronomical research, has temporarily halted astronomical operations following a cyberattack. The culprits and their motives remain unknown.
Aug 30
A New Live-Action Pokémon TV Show Is Coming, But Not In the Way You'd Think
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Yes, we’ve had Detective Pikachu, and Netflix is about to get into the TV business of Pocket Monstering with Pokémon Concierge, but another new TV adventure is on the way for the iconic gaming franchise—although not exactly ni the form of adaptation.
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