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29 May 2026 @ 4:30 am

by Alexandre Correia Day 3428. May 21, 2026. Coimbra...Five seconds. That's what Light Speed: Arena gives you to decide where the enemy ships land. And I have to place them as far as possible from the home base, while still directing their lasers to a nearby asteroid. That has to be the play to win the Double Trouble scenario. Maybe the only play. The distance made it especially hard to aim correctly, and thus I got a -30 point handicap that all but spelled game over going into my own placement turn.But somehow, I aimed just right. Protected the base ship, decimated the enemy fleet. When the debris cleared, I was staring at a new personal record for this scenario. Five points shy of winning it!

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29 May 2026 @ 4:29 am

by Laterbot pmw57 wrote:Aminar wrote:As far as my mind goes on that subject, there are internet tools and there are options for using dice rolls/cards.Like, for the Landmarks you could roll the Rat die. Roll for each clearing, then roll a d6 for which one gets the landmark. Reroll 6's.Or set up a deck of 4 rabbit cards+the Ambush, 4 Mouse Cards+ the Ambush, and 4 Fox cards + the Ambush. Shuffle them up and for each Ambush add a landmark while for card you just match the suit. It doesn't take much thought to come up with some easy methods for randomization. The game has all the tools you need. They just don't want to be too prescriptive with the method because different people will vi

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29 May 2026 @ 4:29 am

by Tsithlis mekane wrote:Tsithlis wrote:Well here I am more than a year later and I have to say that I was in some ways correct about this mission. After this mission we did maybe 2-3 more before my group just felt like the game was too much. They started to disengage from it and eventually wanted to play something more fun. ... Maybe one day I will actually go back and play it by myself just to see the story. I own several of AR's games and we still play the others from time to time, but this one will definitely not see the table again with my group specifically. I feel like it is one of their greatest failures as designers. The story was great but the game just couldn't keep up.

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Intel CPU Shortage to Worsen in 2H2019

13 March 2019 @ 12:30 am

According to a recent report by Digitimes, Intel’s CPU supply shortage will continue to worsen through the 2H2019 as demand for entry level and mainstream notebooks such as Chromebooks and Core i3-based notebooks continue to increase without the proper increase in supply to sustain the growth. Supply shortages in 3Q2018 began impacting major notebook vendors […]

The Best CPUs of 2019

19 February 2019 @ 1:18 am

The CPU, or Central Processing Unit, along with the motherboard is generally considered the most important core component of any PC. The reason for this is that the combination of the CPU and the motherboard determines what other components can be used with the system. As a result, this makes the decision of which CPU […]

AMD Announces Radeon VII Packing Vega II, 16GB HBM, $699 Pricepoint

13 January 2019 @ 7:30 am

At CES 2019, AMD CEO Dr. Lisa SU spoke on several products at their keynote and while many users were disappointed that AMD did not announce a rumored $250 GPU that would give GTX 1080 class performance, AMD did surprise the world by announcing the world’s first 7nm GPU for the consumer market. Rather than […]

Nvidia Announces Support for Adaptive Sync (FreeSync) Displays on GeForce Graphics Cards, What It Means For AMD

13 January 2019 @ 7:14 am

In a stunning move from Nvidia earlier this week, the GPU company announced that they would finally begin supporting adaptive sync functionality on AMD FreeSync monitors. Previously, Nvidia graphics cards were only compatible with their proprietary G-Sync system, which is technically a slightly better implementation of adaptive sync monitor technology when compared to FreeSync however, […]

Nvidia Unveils its RTX 2060 Priced at $349 Packing 6GB of GDDR6 at CES 2019

11 January 2019 @ 2:48 am

With the launch of Nvidia’s 20-series GPUs seemingly an eternity ago, Nvidia has finally announced a January 15th release date for their Geforce RTX 2060. The new graphics card uses the same GPU core as the GTX 2070, the TU106, though is cut down featuring 1920 CUDA cores, 240 tensor cores, 30 RT cores, 120 […]

Microsoft Adds Update Pausing Feature on Windows 10 Home

8 January 2019 @ 5:16 am

Generally speaking, always being up to date on the latest Windows patches is a pretty good thing. Updating your system will not only fix bugs and add new features, it also includes security patches that prevent hackers from having their way with your system. While there are plenty of benefits to having the latest updates, […]

ASUS Announces Massive ROG Mothership GZ700 Gaming Laptop

8 January 2019 @ 4:00 am

CES 2019 is chock-full of weird hardware, but the ASUS ROG Mothership GZ700 is definitely takes the cake as one of the craziest gaming laptops available. Name ROG Mothership GZ700 Processor Intel® Core™ i9-8950HK Operating system Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro (ASUS recommends Windows 10 Pro) Display 17.3” FHD (1920×1080) IPS-level panel, 144Hz, 3ms, […]

Razer Blade 15 Now Packing Nvidia GeForce RTX Graphics

8 January 2019 @ 3:53 am

Following Nvidia’s announcement of the new mobile GeForce RTX 20-series GPUs, Razer wasted no time announcing updates to their Blade 15 gaming laptop. Starting at $1,599, the Razer Blade 15 packs either an 15-inch Full HD (1920×1080) 144Hz display or a 4K (3840×2160) touch display with full 100% Adobe RGB color support. The laptop also […]

T-Mobile OnePlus 6T Receives New Software Update (Build: A6013_34_181228)

6 January 2019 @ 11:14 am

If you’re a T-Mobile OnePlus 6T owner, good news! T-Mobile has recently released a new software update, Android 9.0 Build Number: A6013_34_181228. According to the software version details, the new update “Enables support for additional domestic roaming partners”. In order to update, simply swipe up from the Home screen and tap Settings. From there, scroll […]

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Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro in for review

29 May 2026 @ 12:48 pm

Not much has changed in this year's Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro, compared to its predecessor (review here). The new wearable still has a 1.74-inch display, but it's brighter at up to 2,000 nits. It also still comes with the same two-pin magnetic charger in the box. The Smart Band 10 Pro is also a bit thinner and lighter than the previous model, unless you go for the Ceramic Edition, which we've got here. It's a very sleek and stylish device. It swaps the aluminum case for a, as the name suggests, ceramic one. There's a smooth, color-matching rubber strap too. It snaps onto the Smart...

Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ full specs officially revealed ahead of launch

29 May 2026 @ 11:54 am

With its June 4 launch just around the corner, Motorola has officially unveiled the full specifications of the Edge 70 Pro+. The company had previously confirmed the phone’s color options, giving us an early look at its design. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ will be powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 8500 Extreme chipset, paired with up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.1 storage. On the software front, the handset will ship with Android 16 and is promised to receive 3 years of OS upgrades and 5 years of security patches. Up front, the device will feature a 6.8-inch AMOLED display...

MediaTek unveils Dimensity 7500 with Arm C1 CPU, faster NPU

29 May 2026 @ 10:55 am

MediaTek just unveiled the Dimensity 7500 with an upgraded CPU, GPU, and NPU. The SoC will compete head-on with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 7 series and will power upper-midrangers in the coming months. The chip is fabbed on a 4nm process, just like the 7400 it replaces. The eight-core processor is much improved, moving from the Cortex-A78/Cortex-A55 combination of the previous model to Arm's new C1 Pro and C1 Nano cores. The 7500 uses four Arm C1 Pro cores running up to 2.6GHz and four C1 Nano cores running up to 2.0GHz. The graphics processor is the Arm Mali-G625 MC2. There's LPDDR5...

Oura Ring 5 announced with slim design, updated sensors and blood pressure monitoring

29 May 2026 @ 9:38 am

The big story with the new Oura Ring 5 is its size. At just over 6mm in width and 2.3mm thick, Oura Ring 5 is 40% smaller than the outgoing Ring 4. The new model is still made from titanium and features a smoother curvature for added comfort. It comes in sizes 6-13 and features IP68 ingress protection. Oura is bringing updated sensors with stronger LEDs for improved readings and enhanced signal quality. More importantly, Oura claims improved consistency in the readings across skin tones and finger types. Alongside the usual health readings like heart rate, blood oxygen saturation,...

vivo T5 quietly debuts with a 7,200mAh battery, IP69 rating

29 May 2026 @ 7:06 am

A new vivo smartphone has made its silent debut in Mexico. The phone in question is the vivo T5, which is a budget 4G handset powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 2 chipset. One of its main highlights is the large 7,200mAh battery. The vivo T5 4G sports a 6.75-inch LCD display with a refresh rate of 120Hz and an HD+ resolution. Underneath, the phone is equipped with a Snapdragon 6s Gen 2 SoC, which is paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. The 7,200mAh battery supports 44W fast wired charging and vivo claims that it can offer up to 45 hours of video...

Lava Bold N2's launch date revealed

29 May 2026 @ 6:05 am

Lava unveiled the Shark 2 a few days ago, and next week, it will unveil a new Bold series smartphone. This revelation comes from Amazon.in, which set up a promo page on its website for the Lava Bold N2 that will be launched in India on June 3 at 12 PM local time. Amazon didn't divulge anything else about the Lava Bold N2, aside from giving us a glimpse of its design and two colors. However, with the launch still a few days away, we could see Amazon or Lava reveal a few specs and features of the Bold N2 to build hype.

iPhone Ultra foldable case leak reveals design, dual camera setup

28 May 2026 @ 8:09 pm

Apple’s foldable iPhone, which is rumored to be called the iPhone Ultra, is expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup in September. Several leaks have already offered a glimpse at the foldable’s design. Now, a case manufacturer has seemingly revealed the device’s design through newly surfaced renders. The leaked case renders showcase the iPhone Ultra from multiple angles. The device is shown in a black finish and, based on the images, Apple’s foldable may not feature built-in MagSafe support, potentially requiring users to use a case for magnetic wireless...

Amazon to acquire Apple's 20% stake in Globalstar, iPhone's satellite feature won't be affected

28 May 2026 @ 6:41 pm

Amazon and Globalstar finalized an acquisition deal worth $11 billion. But by purchasing Globalstar, Amazon also had to buy out Apple's 20% stake in the company. Apple and Globalstar signed a $1.1 billion commitment back in 2024, which included a $400 million share purchase. Amazon is looking to expand its satellite service business called Amazon Leo. It aims to provide low-latency broadband connectivity through a low-orbit constellation of satellites similar to Starlink. But in order to complete the merger, Amazon needs to buy Apple's 20% stake in Globalstar by creating a new...

Valve quits gaming to pursue standup comedy with a $300 Steam Deck price hike

28 May 2026 @ 5:21 pm

Valve today announced a price hike today the likes of which we have rarely seen. The company's popular handheld gaming device — the Steam Deck — will now be as much as 46% more expensive in the US. Starting today, the 512GB OLED model is going from $549 to $789, a near 44% increase. Meanwhile, the 1TB OLED model is going from $649 to an eye-watering $949. For reference, that's more expensive than the $899 2TB PlayStation 5 Pro. We are all aware of the current memory prices situation. But there are limits to how much you can push your luck with the pricing of a four-year-old...

OnePlus 16 again tipped to come with a 185Hz display, feature a 200MP 3x telephoto and a 50MP primary camera

28 May 2026 @ 4:01 pm

The OnePlus 15, which launched last year, came with a 165Hz display, but last month, a Chinese tipster claimed that the OnePlus 16 would feature an even higher refresh rate display. The tipster claimed that the panel would have a minimum refresh rate of 185Hz, with OnePlus aiming for a maximum of 240Hz. Now, another Chinese tipster has claimed that the OnePlus 16's screen will have a 165Hz refresh rate. Additionally, the tipster says that the OnePlus 16 would feature an AI button and a 200MP telephoto camera with 3x zoom. OnePlus 15 Previous rumors claimed the OnePlus 16's primary...

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WordPress continua a perder quota de mercado face à concorrência direta

29 May 2026 @ 9:41 am

O WordPress está a enfrentar uma queda contínua na sua quota de mercado, registando descidas durante seis meses consecutivos até maio de 2026. Segundo os dados avançados pelo Search Engine Journal, a plataforma recuou para os 41,90% de adoção global, um declínio acelerado que coincide com as disputas legais e públicas envolvendo a liderança do […]

Google Search Console apresenta nova falha nos relatórios do Discover

29 May 2026 @ 9:36 am

A Google confirmou recentemente a existência de um erro nos relatórios de desempenho do Discover dentro do Search Console. De acordo com a documentação oficial partilhada pela Google, este problema afetou a recolha de dados no dia 21 de maio de 2026, causando uma quebra visível nos cliques e impressões apresentados aos administradores de sites. […]

ChatGPT aumenta tráfego para sites em 150 por cento com novos links

29 May 2026 @ 9:35 am

A inteligência artificial está a mudar a forma como navegamos na internet. A OpenAI implementou recentemente alterações na maneira como o seu assistente apresenta hiperligações, e os resultados já se fazem sentir de forma expressiva. De acordo com os dados partilhados pela Similarweb na rede social X, o tráfego encaminhado pelo assistente inteligente para os […]

Google enfrenta multa milionária da União Europeia por manipulação de resultados

29 May 2026 @ 9:34 am

A União Europeia prepara-se para aplicar uma pesada sanção financeira à Google devido a infrações relacionadas com a Lei dos Mercados Digitais (DMA). Segundo avança a Reuters, citando informações originais do jornal alemão Handelsblatt, a gigante tecnológica poderá enfrentar uma coima na ordem das centenas de milhões de euros por favorecer os seus próprios serviços […]

PJ detém suspeito de burlas com telemóveis e carros no Facebook Marketplace

29 May 2026 @ 9:30 am

A Polícia Judiciária (PJ), através do Departamento de Investigação Criminal de Braga, anunciou a detenção de um homem de 37 anos indiciado pela prática reiterada de crimes de burla qualificada. Segundo o comunicado avançado pela Polícia Judiciária, o suspeito utilizava falsos anúncios no Facebook Marketplace para enganar dezenas de vítimas na compra de dispositivos móveis […]

Câmara de Serpa sofre ataque informático mas garante que os sistemas estão seguros

29 May 2026 @ 9:29 am

A infraestrutura informática do Município de Serpa foi recentemente alvo de um ataque externo. Apesar do incidente, a autarquia assegura que a situação está sob controlo e que as autoridades competentes já se encontram a investigar o caso para apurar todos os detalhes. Resposta rápida e investigação em curso Assim que a invasão foi detetada, […]

Nextcloud lança suite Euro-Office a 9 de junho após dura separação

29 May 2026 @ 9:26 am

A Nextcloud confirmou o lançamento da versão estável da sua suite de produtividade Euro-Office para o próximo dia 9 de junho. A ferramenta, desenvolvida em conjunto com várias empresas europeias, pretende oferecer uma alternativa soberana a opções proprietárias do mercado, como o Microsoft 365 e o Google Docs. Para já, a versão chega focada nos […]

Novo Calibre 9.9 traz melhorias na pesquisa e correções no Fedora 44

29 May 2026 @ 9:25 am

A popular ferramenta de gestão de livros digitais acaba de receber uma nova atualização focada em refinar a experiência de leitura e organização. O lançamento do Calibre 9.9 entrega melhorias na contagem de páginas e resolve problemas específicos no sistema operativo Fedora 44, de acordo com as notas de lançamento oficiais partilhadas no site do […]

Steam Deck OLED esgota nas lojas apesar do forte aumento de preço

29 May 2026 @ 9:25 am

A consola portátil da Valve provou que tem um público extremamente fiel no mercado. Apesar de um aumento significativo no seu custo ligado à atual crise de componentes, a consola continua a desaparecer das prateleiras, demonstrando que a experiência de utilização se sobrepõe ao valor final. Segundo as informações na página oficial da Valve, esta […]

Explosão do foguetão New Glenn da Blue Origin ameaça planos da NASA e Amazon

29 May 2026 @ 9:23 am

A explosão impressionante do foguetão New Glenn, pertencente à Blue Origin, durante um teste de ignição na noite de quinta-feira, representa um duro revés para os planos de exploração espacial. Segundo avançou o portal Ars Technica, o incidente ocorreu nas instalações da empresa na Flórida e vai atrasar significativamente as missões lunares da NASA e […]

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Church Of MO: First Impression: 1996 Honda Rebel 250

16 April 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Church Of MO: First Impression: 1996 Honda Rebel 250Revisiting the bike many of us took our Basic Rider Course with. more

Best Motorcycle Phone Chargers To Power Your Mobile Technology

15 April 2023 @ 12:17 am

Best Motorcycle Phone Chargers To Power Your Mobile TechnologyBecause smartphones are almost as important as gasoline to modern riders more

Friday Forum Foraging: 2014 Honda CTX 1300 Deluxe

14 April 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Friday Forum Foraging: 2014 Honda CTX 1300 DeluxeThere is none like her more

2023 CFMOTO Ibex 800 Coming to the US

13 April 2023 @ 5:57 pm

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2023 Suzuki GSX-8S Review – First Ride

12 April 2023 @ 9:28 pm

2023 Suzuki GSX-8S Review – First RideSuzuki fires on both cylinders with its new naked more

Indian Introduces Super Limited Pursuit Elite and Chieftain Elite For 2023

11 April 2023 @ 4:00 pm

Indian Introduces Super Limited Pursuit Elite and Chieftain Elite For 2023Only 150 and 175 units will be made, respectively. more

CARB Filings Hint at Updated Kawasaki Z650RS for 2024

10 April 2023 @ 9:37 pm

CARB Filings Hint at Updated Kawasaki Z650RS for 2024Traction control and updated instruments expected more

This Weeks Motorcycle Gear Deals

10 April 2023 @ 12:00 pm

This Week’s Motorcycle Gear DealsDon't just sit there, stimulate the economy! more

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Finally Coming to US for 2024

6 April 2023 @ 10:26 pm

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ Finally Coming to US for 2024Sport-tourer equipped with radar-based adaptive cruise control more

Best Battery For Harley-Davidson Motorcycles

6 April 2023 @ 10:26 pm

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‘A Paradigm Shift’: Supermassive Black Hole Without a Galaxy Changes What We Thought Came First

28 May 2026 @ 9:30 pm

A recent Webb discovery defies the classic scenario of how black holes form and grow.

Researchers Put AI Models in Charge of a Simulated Society. Grok Oversaw a Crime Spree

28 May 2026 @ 9:10 pm

If Elon Musk's bot ruled the world, total societal collapse would apparently follow.

I Dream of the Day Anime Anthologies Make a Major Comeback

28 May 2026 @ 9:00 pm

Classics like 'Memories' and 'Robot Carnival' make me wish for an anime anthology renaissance in my lifetime.

Anthropic Debuts Claude Opus 4.8, Teases Upcoming Launch of ‘Mythos-Class Models’

28 May 2026 @ 8:42 pm

The latest version of Claude specializes in catching its own mistakes and pointing them out to users.

There’s a Hidden Signal in the Sun, Study Suggests

28 May 2026 @ 8:35 pm

Tuning into sound waves from deep inside the Sun revealed previously unknown patterns in solar activity.

Why Would Someone Publicly Burn $8 Million Worth of Bitcoin? Theories Are Flying

28 May 2026 @ 8:12 pm

And another question: How do you burn bitcoin?

You Won’t Have to Wait Long to Visit Universal’s Latest Theme Park

28 May 2026 @ 8:00 pm

Universal Kids Resort opens in Texas on July 1 and, as the name suggests, it's aimed at a specific audience.

Airstrikes on Iran’s Oil Facilities Spewed as Much Toxic Sulfur as an Erupting Volcano

28 May 2026 @ 7:25 pm

Satellite data shows that joint U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iranian oil facilities ejected over 29,800 tons of toxic sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere.

Mistral CEO Says the Pope’s Comments Are a Big Problem for Europe’s War on American Tech

28 May 2026 @ 7:20 pm

CEO Arthur Mensch argues Europe needs its own advanced AI capabilities in order to avoid getting left behind by American rivals.

Tom Holland Had a Hilarious Title Idea for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’

28 May 2026 @ 7:00 pm

Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, and others star in the July 31 release.