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After getting overwhelmed with a market full of Pong clones during the first generation, the industry started to shift away from repackaging the same game over and over, to releasing multi-cartridge based systems thanks to the advent of the ROM cartridge. Not only did this new ROM technology create an easier way to distribute multiple games for the same system, but it also allowed for higher-quality graphics and memory, ringing in the second generation of video game systems....

Apart from enhanced graphics and a wide range of weaponry, COD games also features multiple Operators for you to unlock. The most common way of unlocking an Operator in COD games comes from the Season Battle Pass. While there are cosmetics and weapon blueprints available in Warzone 2.0’s Battle Pass, the most iconic one is the Olympus King Operator Skin. If you are one of those players looking to unlock this Operator but are confused, then this article is everything you need....

This week on Pureinfotech: Windows 10 May 2020 Update (build 19041.208) released in the Slow ring of the Windows Insider Program as a quality update KB4558244 to fix an issue as version 2004 gets closer to launch. Windows 10 build 19613 rolled out in the Fast ring with several fixes and with an updated version of Cortana that expands to more languages. Windows 10 version 1909 and 1903 received update KB4550945 to address several problems with the two most recent releases....

If you see the E/I symbol during a children’s television show, it means the program meets FCC standards for educational and informational kids’ programming. Here’s a look at the history of E/I programming in broadcasting and where the rules stand today. The Original Children’s Television Act of 1990 After activists campaigned for higher-quality children’s television, Congress passed the Children’s Television Act (CTA) in 1990. The CTA was also known as the E/I rules or the Kid Vid rules....

There is always room for improvement when it comes to technology. Bluetooth is one of the many technologies that needs to improve. With the latest version it looks like it’s taking a step in the right direction. Bluetooth 5.1 is here, and even though the improvements it brings are not monumental, they will come in handy. Bluetooth 5.1 does have improvements you can be happy about, but it may be a while before you see it on the majority of the devices out there....

Since Microsoft launched its Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 last year, customers haven’t been very satisfied about the new devices due to fast battery drain issues, overheating, standby, and display adapter problems. While the company (technically) didn’t formally talked about all the issues with its customers, the company provided an apology through its support website and noted that it will fix any pending issues in 2016. Although, today’s update doesn’t fix every problem, Microsoft is finally releasing the January 2016 firmware update for its Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 to begin addressing some of the issues....

While Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is no doubt another fun sequel to Kingdom Battle, the gameplay is almost the same. Since the preference for having similar gameplay has been common throughout the Mario series, this was no surprise. As you choose three members in your team out of a roster of nine, you might want to swap out party members in Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope. There could be many reasons behind this decision, the most common is trying new tactics....

This week on PUREinfoTech: Microsoft gives away a lot of free ebooks on Windows 10, Azure, Office, SQL server, Windows Server, and on many other topics. Asus announced the VivoBook, the first laptop the computer manufacturer will be making available to consumers running Windows 10 S. Surface Pro gets a new firmware update that enables support for Windows 10 S on the device. Help & How-To This week, you also learned a number of tips to get the most out of Windows 10, including the steps to tell whether your PC is using an integrated or discrete graphics processor....

This week on tech, Microsoft is reportedly preparing to unveil Windows 9 preview as a “technical preview” on September 30th during a special event. We looked at what actually means “technical preview” for customers and business users. Skype’s active endpoint rolls out to make buzzing notifications on all your devices more pleasant, by ringing only the one you’re currently using. Surface Pro 3 gets second firmware update, but didn’t make much difference....

Track your run with the best running apps on iOS, including workout trackers, route builders, specialty biometric trackers, and unique music apps. If you’re a serious runner, you’ll want these running apps on your iPhone. Basic Workout Tracking: Runkeeper Runkeeper is a great run tracking application for most runners. Serious runners might miss more advanced features, but the app strikes the right balance between power and usability. Easy-to-use app interface for run tracking...

The Apple HomePod is a smart speaker that can perform tasks like control your smart home, give you news and sports scores, and translate words into other languages. To take advantage of these smarts, you need to know the right commands. This article lists 134 of the most common, and most useful, HomePod skills (the specific functions or tasks supported by a smart speaker). Start each command listed here by saying, “Hey Siri....

Using Google Assistant, a Google Home device can entertain, answer questions, and make life easier by controlling many smart home devices. Let’s explore some cool Google Home features and tricks you can take advantage of. The following applies to Google Home smart speakers, Google Home Hub, Google Nest, and select third-party Google Home-enabled speakers and smart displays. Use Google Home as a Bluetooth Speaker or Bluetooth Source Google Home smart speakers and hubs can access several music streaming services directly, but can also act as Bluetooth speakers for additional services streamed from a smartphone or PC....

One of the most overlooked parts of a PC build is the power supply. Hardware is becoming increasingly complex and power-hungry, which means that choosing the right PSU is more crucial than ever. The days where users could just pick a generic 400W power supply out of an old pre-built they had lying around are over. Ensuring a PSU is efficient, can supply enough power, and is reliable is a balancing game PC builders have to play, while still factoring in how much budget they have....

The price of 3D printers has declined since they were first introduced to the masses years ago, making the hobby more accessible to beginners. Whether you’re a designer, an artist, or you’re just looking for something to do, there are 3D printers for everyone’s skillset. The best options for newcomers are easy to use, uncomplicated to build, and don’t demand knowledge of modeling software. Many people use 3D printers to create art and hobby board game components, but you can also use them for architecture model design, dental appliances, jewelry, or toys....

With Multi-View, you can stream several video sources at once, which is perfect for fantasy football fans, news junkies, and stock market nerds to keep up with multiple streams of information. The higher-end models from Samsung have top-tier features like variable refresh rate support for smoother video playback while gaming and object tracking sound for room-filling, 3D virtual surround sound without the need for extra speakers or sound bars. Samsung also offers more stripped-back, budget-friendly models that provide key smart features you’ve come to expect for home entertainment at prices that won’t drain your savings....

Here are some of the best modern roguelike games for Android devices. These games include features such as turn-based gameplay, tile-based graphics, and procedurally generated levels. But don’t think these games are cookie-cutter; they can differ from one another significantly and offer a variety of gaming experiences. The Roguelike Game Genre The term “roguelike” describes a genre of roleplaying-style games that have features inspired by the eponymous “Rogue” game that was popular in the early 1980s....

The Pickup is one of the first main jobs that you receive in Cyberpunk 2077. Similar to Beast In Me, you will be given a choice to either shoot or pay Royce for the Flathead bot in this main job. There is a notorious fixer in Night City named Dexter Deshawn, who hires Jackie and V to retrieve the Flathead bot from Royce, who happens to be a new leader of Maelstrom gang....

British developer Go Games just announced the follow-up to its modestly popular gaming handheld, the TRDR Pocket, though this is anything but a simple specs upgrade.The TRDR Series II is outfitted with an AI-driven personality that is capable of human-like conversation, which the company says “extends beyond the weather and identifying songs. “As a matter of fact, Go Games says that this is “the first handheld games console to harbor the world’s most sophisticated AI....

If you want to install from fresh or upgrade your machine to Windows 10, then you need to install the Windows Media Creation Tool to download Windows 10. The tool provided by Microsoft is optimized for downloading necessary files and is also capable of creating a bootable disk, upgrading your machine and even creating Windows 10 ISO for future usage. The only problem with it is that it doesn’t support pause and resume, and not everyone has the fastest Internet connection to download the massive 3GB file in one go....

At the end of the week, those who pre-order Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 + 2 will have access to the demo called Warehouse. A new trailer for the skating remaster is available now. In a few weeks, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 + 2 will be released, technically and playfully revised new editions of the two skating classics for the consoles and the PC. As already announced in the official announcement, everyone who pre-orders Tony Hawk Pro Skater 1 + 2 in the digital version can look forward to the demo called Warehouse....