Author: Henry R. Lares

Henry Lares is still early into his career as tech reporter but has already had his work published in many major publications including Tech Crunch and the Huffington Post.  In regards to academics, Henry earned an engineering degree from Apex Technical School. Henry has a passion for emerging technology and covers upcoming products and breakthroughs in science and tech.

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A Survival Game Mode Might Be Coming To Apex Legends

Apex Legends was released less than two weeks ago, but it appears that it already has a solid fanbase. More than that, developers appear willing to continue to improve the game, which is very important. Thanks to data miners we have some important news about a possible new mode that should be added to the game.

Battle royale games have been incredibly popular lately, and this might be one of the reasons why the latest game released by Respawn Entertainment is so successful. The game was released on February 4, but you probably heard about it already.

New leaks – Survival Mode

If we believe the latest leak released, it appears that Respawn is planning to enhance the game a lot, transforming it into more than just a battle royale game. As it turns out, Apex Legends might receive at one point a brand new Survival Mode.

The information was posted by @RealApexLeaks, and the account also posted the in-game files that prove that a new Survival Mode should be added. And that is not all, the new mode will also have commentators and spectators, which should make things even more interesting.

The spectators won’t be just watching, and they have a list of actions available, such as cheer, drone, shock, roar and chant. Other actions should also be available for spectators and we might even see something similar to the emotes from Fortnite.

Commentators will also be an important part of the Survival Mode. They will discuss the actions as they happen. This is not the first time we see something like this in a video game, but we have to admit that it will be interesting to discover how this feature will be introduced to Apex Legends.

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Best PC Gaming Controller For 2019

PC Gaming does have its charm, and some users prefer it. However, the keyboard and the mouse aren’t always the best alternatives for playing the game. Since many console games are also available on PC, it does feel more natural to play them with the help of a controller.

There are many great options when it comes to PC controllers and today we are going to talk about the best ones:

Razer Wolverine Ultimate

This console is quite expensive, and you should find it on Amazon. The lowest price we found for it is €142.50, on Amazon Germany. Nonetheless, many users believe that the controller is worth it. Despite the fact that this is a wired controller, the Razer Wolverine Ultimate has its own particular charm.

The controller has back paddles that can be customised. You might also enjoy that the face buttons click in just like a mouse, which can be very satisfying while playing. While this might sound like a minor detail, it can improve your gaming experience.

Microsoft Xbox Elite Wireless Controller

If you are willing to invest in a controller, the Microsoft Xbox Elite Wireless is great. It is possible to tweak almost everything, from stick sensitivity, min and max trigger values and button assignments, which makes it possible to customize it however you want.

Xbox 360 Controller

The controller is quite affordable, which is an advantage. Despite its accessible price, the Xbox 360 controller works great for PC gaming. Its best feature is the fact that it is very simple to use. It has comfortable triggers and bumpers and it comes with the analog stick layout. More than that, many PC games have button prompts that are in fact based on the Xbox controller.

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Boost your COD Black Ops 4 Battle Royale Experience with These Sips

Battle royale is here to stay and many AAA developers have already included the popular mode in at least one of their titles. The Blackout mode featured in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 offers an interesting take and is appreciated by many of its players.

Those that aren’t used to the game mode may face troubles at first but worry not: our guide will teach you all the steps that are needed in order to be the last one standing.

Major strategies:

Prioritize loot discovery

The main goal in any BR game is to gather the best order to increase your offensive and defensive capabilities. Try to land in an area that has reliable loot spawns but be on your guard: many are prime hotspots and it is likely that you will encounter enemies from the moment you land. Visit every building and search every container that can be seen. Looting remains relevant until the end since a level 3 weapon can make a huge difference in the final battle

Be sneaky

Closing your door after you enter in a building should be instinctual. Wandering enemies will believe that the area is free and the chances of a successful ambush will increase. It is also a great way to avoid snipers since they will usually camp open doors and broken windows.  Leaving signs of your presence is a bad idea since some players will attempt pre-emptive moves and dying to a well-placed Molotov cocktail is a bit sad.

Improve your map awareness

Keeping an eye on the circle is always a good idea. This will allow you to stay in the game longer by avoiding a shameful death and you can always snipe some people that are too focused on barely escaping the shrinking zone.

Valuable tips:

Filling your inventory with useless weapons or ammo is not a good idea. Keep what you need and avoid a hoarder strategy that is likely to fail.

Driving vehicles in a great idea if you play with a squad but solo players should stick to walking and running.

Don’t waste your perks. Keep them for as an ace that can be used in a difficult situation.

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Will We Finally Receive Diablo 4 From Blizzard?

During Blizzcon 2018, many fans were hoping for a Diablo 4 announcement, but that never came. Nonetheless, hope is not lost just yet. There have been several reports which seem to indicate that Blizzard hasn’t forgotten about the Diablo games, and there is a chance that we might still receive a new one.

If we go back to August, we had a statement made by community manager Brandy Camel. At the beginning of Diablo 3: Season 14 he declared the following:

“The forges here at Blizzard are burning hot. And we have multiple Diablo projects in the works. Some of them are going to take longer than others. But we may have some things to show you later this year. We hope you stay tuned, while we work to bring these Diablo experiences to life. None of this would be possible without the support that you have shown us for over 20 years. So whether you first joined us in Diablo 3 or you are a seasoned veteran, thanks you. Diablo is, and always will be, part of Blizzard’s identity, and we can’t wait for the future.”

The statement clearly indicates that there are multiple Diablo projects in the works. This means that a new game is definitely a possibility. More than that, there was also a video titled “The Future of Diablo”, which was posted next to the statement. That year we did receive a mobile game named Diablo Immortal, but fans weren’t really impressed by it.

Does Diablo 4 exist?

We do believe that developers are also working on an upcoming game for the series. The biggest clue were several job listing posted by Blizzard, such as: “”We are working on a new, unannounced Diablo project. Are you a skilled Dungeon Artist? Come work with us, and together we will build something exceptional.”

It appears that Blizzard has been looking for many artists, and back in 2016 it even announced that it searches a new game director for Diablo. Therefore, it is highly likely that Diablo 4 might be in the works.

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Samsung Exceeds Expectations with One UI

Android Pie has been available for some time and OEM updates are starting to surface. Samsung shed its previous UI in the form one a new One UI that takes the best out of Android Pie and delivers a remarkable experience.

From day one Samsung put a heavy focus on personalization, fitting its first smartphones with a user interface called TouchWiz. Samsung’s personalization layer started to become good with the introduction of Android 5.0 Lollipop on the S6.  Samsung Experience arrived on S7 and made things even better but it seems that the company wanted to mark the release of the S10 with the addition of a revolutionary UI.

Pros

One UI was designed from the ground up as a new interface with fresh colors, icons and overall looks. A subtle accent is placed on whites and greys, generating a tranquil feeling. It looks great, offering a modern and intuitive feeling that is very attractive. The remarkable use of soft-radius corners and negative space makes it even better.

Interaction points were shifted between the rows of apps, facilitating the use of the device with a single hand.  The free space may seem a bit unusual at first but the change is great. Samsung managed implement the new navigational gestures feature without issue and it feels really good.

The addition of a system-wide dark mode option will make many users happy. It may not be as optimized as the dark modes offered by OnePlus and Google but it’s better than using a third-party theme.

One UI offers a variety of handy tweaks that improve the daily experience, including revamped pre-loaded apps that aim to deliver a good experience.

Cons

This may sound a bit strange but the main flow of One UI is represented by the fact that it easy to tell that it was made by Samsung. Access to common features is still tied to the main Settings menu. A few folders that don’t seem to be on par with One UI are still present. Bugs that were present in Oreo made the transition untouched.

Conclusion

It may have some flaws but One UI is a great update and many users will be able to enjoy it.

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