Category: technology
The Cyber Spelling War: all keyboards blazing
| March 25, 2013 | Posted by Jade Cuttle under culture, technology |
Nowadays, a simple spelling mistake on Twitter or Facebook is enough to land you a virtual shot in the head. A careless drop of an apostrophe, a letter used at the wrong time in the wrong place and mark my words, you’re stoned to death by a shower of exclamation marks and abuse before the computer-strained eyes of your ‘friends’ and ‘followers’. But what I want to know is why do we care? Surely an extra letter squatting in places it shouldn’t be isn’t the end of the world? Believe it or not, dictionaries haven’t been around forever. The first appeared in 1604 called ‘A Table Alphabeticall’ by Robert Cawdrey. However, a ‘table’ of barely 2,500 words accompanied by brief, single-word definitions may struggle to define… more
Video Games – a violent menace?
| March 21, 2013 | Posted by Ellys Sugarman under entertainment, lifestyle, satire, technology |
I love video games, despite not owning an Xbox or any other assorted games console – I have in the past owned a console, just not right this minute. I brother and myself got our first serious game – for the play station – in 2004 – age eight, we got a couple of games for Christmas our favourite of which was Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. It should be noted for my parents benefit that we bellowed for San Andreas, but it was decidedly too violent. Vice City however, had been what we will call “product tested” by our 13-year-old friend from up the street and our uncle, who said it wasn’t too inappropriate. And so we tucked in. Being excited… more
Heroes VI: A Review
| March 9, 2013 | Posted by L. Wollny under entertainment, reviews, technology |
For those not in the know, Heroes is a turn based tactical fantasy game series, set roughly in the Might and Magic universe (with a few exceptions.) It’s always been reliable for a relatively decent game, and dominated my childhood. A lot of kids grew up with Pokemon; I grew up with Heroes III and IV. With that said, I’ll begin. The first thing to hit me about Heroes VI was the absolute graphical overhaul. With the notable exception of the fifth game, the series has always relied on ‘false 3d’ 2d sprites, something which was notably apparent in the fifth; the designs looked like an upgrade, an approach which felt more like a 3d imagining of a two-dimensional design.… more
I Am Error: The Greatest Trilogy – A Look Back, Part 1
| March 4, 2013 | Posted by S.A.Perkins under I Am Error |
Note: Spoilers galore in here. If you haven’t played the games and don’t want to know what happens, probably go somewhere else. I am very well aware that this is by no means new or current, and I do not make any attempt to forget that I constantly talk about these games, however, as the final downloadable content is near to be released, it is time for me to get all nostalgic and reminisce about the games which I love so very, very much. If you have ever read a review or an article of mine, you’ll probably have heard me reference them at some point; I do it more than is good for any sane human being and I… more
I Am Error- Why are sporting games so damn popular?
| March 2, 2013 | Posted by S.A.Perkins under entertainment, I Am Error, reviews |
Sport games are a strange mystery to me. Not because I myself am possibly the worst person in the world at physical activity- not going to lie, I believe that I could be bested at most competitive sports by one-limbed sealions fed a copious amount of weed and vodka- and not because I have a particular dislike for them- although I do have a dislike for the people who play them as though they are the sportsman within (if you can press B, X and A, that does not make you the next Lionel Messi/Koby Bryant). The reason they remain mysterious is because I do, in fact, enjoy them. A lot. Why? Partly because they make me feel as though… more
CES: Getting a bit dull
| January 7, 2013 | Posted by Elliot Davies under technology |
Tomorrow, the crown jewel of all the technology industry’s expos will open its doors for the 46th year running. The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is huge: in 2012 a record 153,000 people descended on Las Vegas to cross-examine 3,100 exhibitors. In 2013 the tradeshow will be spread over four massive venues, including one of the largest convention centres in the world. And the media presence will be bigger than ever – The Verge, this year’s official technology news partner for CES, is sending more than 60 people alone and promising non-stop video coverage, live blogs from every major announcement, and a breaking-news show every 90 minutes for the duration of the four-day event. The allure of CES is obvious:… more
Three 4G phones: The pros and the cons
| November 18, 2012 | Posted by Paul Thompson under technology |
There are a number of 4G smartphones that have accompanied the launch of the EE network and people may well be mulling over which is the right one for them. Of course, they’ll all have their own supporters and detractors, but if there was one high point and low point to each – what would it be? Apple iPhone 5 You have to start with the Apple device really, which means traversing some very delicate areas and trying not to upset the fans. The truth is though, the iPhone 5 is once more the sleekest, most intuitive device out there and is a great successor to the 4S thanks to 4G, a bigger screen and a lighter body. If there’s… more
Journey – a review
| November 15, 2012 | Posted by L. Wollny under technology |
Journey… Journey… Journey. I’m not really sure how to come at this review. It’s an odd one if I’m honest, because I really don’t know where to start describing this work. I guess I’ll start with the obvious. The first thing I noticed was that the game itself was beautiful. Not vaguely pleasant, reasonably nice graphics, Assassin’s Creed style. Genuinely exquisite, breathtaking, glorious landscapes which invited lengthy explorations. I’m talking about scenery porn. I’m not really sure how this effect was achieved, as the graphics didn’t feel any better or worse than the usual, but somehow, there was a seamlessness which made it feel… natural. Quite unlike a cheap imitation of reality, the game felt like it was in its… more
Student cameras: a guide
| September 28, 2012 | Posted by James Harle under technology |
People say that your years at university are the best years of your life, so it’d be nice to remember them forever. On graduation day your parents will probably coerce you into paying £40 or so for a classic shot of you holding a fake scroll – but you might be wiser to pre-empt your dear ma and pa by suggesting that you make that investment at the beginning of your degree. £40 is enough to buy a perfectly serviceable camera that will last for at least three years, and the photographs it takes will last forever – and that’s not to be sneezed at, when most students can’t even remember last night. Here’s a list of five cameras that are ideal… more
TSR on tech: your weekly news summary
| September 25, 2012 | Posted by Elliot Davies under TSR on tech |
Never fear! After a slight delay, we’re back with all the latest tech news. We’ve got the most powerful women in business, several major departures and hirings across the sector, an update on Kim Dotcom, the iOS 6 Maps debacle, and of course the space shuttle Endeavour’s final flight – all this, and more, below. Business Fortune has announced its most recent “50 Most Powerful Women in Business” list, which included several women in the technology sector. Topping the list was Ginni Rometty, the CEO of IBM, followed by Meg Whitman, CEO of HP, at number three; Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, at number eight; and Safra Catz, president and CFO of Oracle, at number 10. The front page solo… more
