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- Best amiibo for Bayonetta 2 on Nintendo Switch
- Best Streaming TV Services for Cord Cutters in 2018
- Let Seagate’s $76 external drive keep 3TB of your most important files backed up
- Developers Can Now Showcase up to 10 Screenshots on an App Listing
- Affinity Photo for iPad Update Brings RAW Improvements and Much More
- Android One Becomes the New Google Play Edition Now That Android Go is Here
- You Can Now Apply to Attend Google I/O 2018!
- Reported Pricing for Galaxy S9 and S9+ is High, But That’s No Surprise
- Autodraw, external camera/speaker support and more with the latest Jamboard release
- YouTube app testing view count on thumbnail, adjusts layout for title and channel logo
| Best amiibo for Bayonetta 2 on Nintendo Switch Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST The Bayonetta series is unlike any other game you’ve ever played in most respects, but the ability use use amiibo to unlock things in the Nintendo Switch version of the game is not one of them. Whether you’re looking for some extra loot or you heard there’s a fun set of scrolls you can check out, you’re going to want these amiibo in your collection to get the most out of Bayonetta 2. Editor’s Note — Some of the amiibo you see in this list are no longer in circulation, and will be both more difficult to track down and more expensive than the standard retail pricing for one of these amiibo figures. Costume unlocksThe fastest way to get access to a bunch of the the Couture Bullet costumes in Bayonetta 2, which gives you quite the advantage in early parts of the game, is to use a Bayonetta amiibo. There are two different Bayonetta amiibo, once for her classic look in the original game and one for her shorter hair appearance in the new game, and they do not do exactly the same things. Bayonetta Player 1
This version of the amiibo unlocks the Super Mirror 2 class of Couture Bullet, which includes:
This amiibo also unlocks the New Style variants for these costumes. Bayonetta Player 2
This version of the amiibo unlocks the Super Mirror 64 and Super Mirror 64 2 class of Couture Bullet costumes, which includes
Other amiiboIf you’d rather not shell out the 100,000 halos for the absurd and frankly horrifying Nintendo-themed costumes available for Bayonetta to wear, you can tap the related amiibo and unlock them instantly. Each of these costumes comes with a special ability that connects to the costume in some way, like special blaster attacks or big glowing swords. These special attacks aren’t any greater or worse than the normal specials Bayonetta wields, but they’re a lot of fun to look at and themed in just the right way. Here are the amiibo that unlock Nintendo costumes: You can use any variant of the amiibo listed here, for example Zero Suit Samus works just as well as Super Smash Bros Samus, but you’re not going to unlock a Zero Suit variant of the costume if you use it instead of the original. Same goes for the Wedding variant of the Peach amiibo, it will still unlock the normal Peach costume for Bayonetta. Item UnlocksMost amiibo you scan in Bayonetta 2 will reveal a piece of parchment with something fun written on it about that character, as well as some random item to help Bayonetta out on her journey. These random item drops are mostly various magic lollipops, herbs, or food. You will occasionally get a random amount of Halos dropped as well, which can add up quickly if you have enough amiibo. These item drop amiibo are good once per day, so the more amiibo you have the better if you’re ever running low on items. A handful of special amiibo will also unlock the special Chain Chomp. This version of the classic bitey menace is chained to Bayonetta’s ankle, and helps her out in combat situations whenever possible. To unlock Chain Chomp for Bayonetta 2, use the following amiibo: Are you well stocked to cause some extra mayhem in Bayonetta 2, or do you need to add some to your collection? Sound off in the comments! Powered by WPeMatico The post Best amiibo for Bayonetta 2 on Nintendo Switch appeared first on Guaripete. |
| Best Streaming TV Services for Cord Cutters in 2018 Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST  Cable providers have long held a monopoly on what we get and how we receive our content. In recent years, companies have been able to work with some of the bigger channel distributors to make a break from traditional cable packages. Most recently Hulu updated its on-demand services with a live TV option and YouTube is rolling out its own live TV option, including support for local broadcast networks like ABC, CBS, and Fox. If you’ve been thinking about unshackling yourself from the cable package limitations, here are the best options for cord cutters right now.
Hulu with Live TVHulu has added live streaming of cable and broadcast channels to its already enormous on-demand programming. Hulu with Live TV now offers approximately 50 channels for which you can watch live and on-demand shows for a starting price of $39.99. You can also add Showtime to the mix for an additional $14.99. Hulu with Live TV is currently supported on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Xbox One, and Chromecast, with support for more devices coming in the future. It comes with support for a handful of broadcast channels in certain areas, like ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC, but if your region doesn’t support it, you might not get support for the big four. You can also watch sports from ESPN’s lineup and two Fox Sports channels, as well as NBC Golf and Big Ten. In the base price, you’ll get 50 hours of DVR recording so you can watch TV shows and movies that are otherwise only available live, at your leisure. You can pause and rewind live TV, but can’t skip through ads unless you upgrade to the Enhanced DVR package or switch to the ad-free subscription, which will eliminate those commercials altogether. Hulu with Live TV is currently the most content-rich streaming service thanks to the on-demand titles you’ve been able to watch all along. YouTube TVYouTube is hitting the cord cutter market running with a streaming service for watching live basic cable and broadcast network channels. Currently, it features about 40 channels, including the four major networks, ABC, CBS, NBC, and Fox. It also comes with the ESPN lineup, and even manages to include Fox Sports 1, NBC Sports, Big Ten, and CBS Sports, which covers much of the major sporting events. For $35 per month, you can watch live content on iOS, Android, Chromecast, Google Cast on smart TVs, or the web. Though Apple TV is not currently supported, Google says it will support more devices later this year. You’ll also get a free Chromecast when you sign up, after your first paid month, so you’ll be set, even if Google never adds support for YouTube TV on Apple TV. In the base price, you’ll get a DVR recording and cloud storage feature with unlimited hours for up to nine months. You can pause and rewind live TV, but can’t skip ads. Currently, YouTube TV is limited to just a handful of cities, and even if you live close to a supported region, you might not be able to use it. You can see if you’re area is supported before signing up. Playstation VueAvailable for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 consoles across the U.S., PlayStation Vue lets you access some of the most popular networks on television for a monthly subscription fee. They have four different subscription packages, that range from $39.99 to 79.99 a month, meaning you should be able to find the package that is right for you. All of the packages come with a slew of channels such as AMC, Cartoon Network, CNN, Discovery, Disney Channel, E!, ESPN, ESPN2, Food Network, Fox News Channel, Syfy, USA, and more! Plus, you can add individual premium channels to any package for an additional monthly cost. PlayStation Vue also allows you to record live TV so you can watch it later, just like a DVR, and even has an explore mode to give you suggestions of what to watch when you can’t decide. Select PlayStation Vue channels can be viewed from the PlayStation Vue Mobile app available for Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, iOS, and Android. Sling TVThe first thing that may excite you about Sling TV is its starting price of $20 per month, but there is more to life than just its price tag. Sling TV is accessible through an app for Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, iOS, Android, Android TV, Windows, macOS, and Xbox One, so chances are you don’t have to invest in a device to enjoy the service. Plus it comes with some great channels which include AMC, TNT, ESPN, CNN, History, HDTV and the Disney Channel, so you’re bound to find something to keep you entertained. Sling TV does have a few drawbacks. There is no DVR, so most channels don’t let you control playback, and right now you can only stream to three screens at a time, so if you are a family with lots of TVs on all the time that could be problematic. DirecTV NOWDirectTV NOW certainly sounds like an impressive deal; you can get 60 channels for $35 a month or up to 120 channels for $70 per month. You can even get local shows depending on where you live. Certain regional sports programs, as well as regional divisions of networks like NBC, are available in the major cities plus you can add premium channel like HBO and Showtime for only an extra $5 per month. It’s available on Apple TV, Fire TV, Android, iOS, LeEco Android TVs, and Chromecast for Android Phones. For a limited time, DirecTV is offering a free 32GB Apple TV 4K with a four-month prepaid subscription. Not a bad deal considering the 32GB model costs $179. Need more cord-cutting ideas?With the holidays coming up we’ve found some of the best gifts for cord-cutters if you need some inspiration! Updated February 2018: These are still the best TV streaming services avaiable for cord-cutters! Powered by WPeMatico The post Best Streaming TV Services for Cord Cutters in 2018 appeared first on Guaripete. |
| Let Seagate’s $76 external drive keep 3TB of your most important files backed up Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST
Seagate’s 3TB Expansion desktop hard drive offers a ton of storage space in a rather small package, which makes it very desirable. It doesn’t take up a ton of space on your desk and with its USB 3.0 connection it makes backing up and transferring files a breeze. Whether you have a large photo library or keep local copies of all your important tax documents, this external drive can be useful to everyone in the family. It is compatible with both Windows and Mac, though the company notes that you may need to reformat the drive to use it with a Mac machine. This drive is part of a larger one-day sale that includes tons of other storage devices, routers, modems and more. Powered by WPeMatico The post Let Seagate’s $76 external drive keep 3TB of your most important files backed up appeared first on Guaripete. |
| Developers Can Now Showcase up to 10 Screenshots on an App Listing Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST  For proper use of this site, you need to enable javascript in your browser!  Dev Talk February 22, 2018 Apple has just announced that developers can now feature up to 10 screenshots on their app listing page. Here's the complete announcement from Apple:
Previously, developers were allowed up to five screenshots per app listing. Starting with iOS 11, Apple made a number of significant changes to the App Store including redesigning the app listing page. Powered by WPeMatico The post Developers Can Now Showcase up to 10 Screenshots on an App Listing appeared first on Guaripete. |
| Affinity Photo for iPad Update Brings RAW Improvements and Much More Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST  Bringing desktop-like photo editing to the iPad, the app has made it even easier to interact with RAW files. Users can shoot direct in RAW or HDR from the app. They can also take advantage of improved RAW processing features including adjusting shadows, highlights, and clarity. The update also brings more enhancements to the Drag and Drop functionality in iOS 11. You can now also open and edit files directly from the iOS Files app. And as a nice touch, a save overwrite to the same location without the need to create a copy of the file. There are also a number of smaller additions to the powerful program. Along with all of those additions, users can download two brush packs and a macro pack for free until Thursday, March 8. To download all of the free content, head here. Designed for the iPad, Affinity Photo can be downloaded now for $19.99. Just to note, the app only supports all iPad Pro models, the iPad Air 2, and the 2017 iPad. Powered by WPeMatico The post Affinity Photo for iPad Update Brings RAW Improvements and Much More appeared first on Guaripete. |
| Android One Becomes the New Google Play Edition Now That Android Go is Here Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST   If I look back through all of the years we have covered Android, it's hard to argue that the introduction of Google Play Edition phones wasn't one of the biggest moments. In those early years, the Android skin situation was bad. Those early versions of TouchWiz, MotoBlur, and even HTC Sense, weren't what many of us wanted, to say the least. We wanted Google's version of Android, as well as their Nexus update schedules, yet that was tough to get because Google was making average hardware at the time. While Google Play Edition may have failed as a program, I get the feeling that Android One will now act as a proper replacement to it. A little Google Play Edition historyWhen the Galaxy S4 and HTC One Google Play Editions arrived in June 2013, the Nexus 4 was still available. While it was a fine phone with a pretty, sparkly backside, it had a less-than-stellar camera and lacked the biggest tech of the moment: LTE. Not only that, we all liked Samsung and HTC's hardware and had long-dreamed of a phone that featured Samsung's cameras and specs, HTC's stellar metal bodies and speakers, and ran stock Android that was updated frequently. Google Play Editions gave us that. You may recall that when the Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition was announced at Google I/O, it was described as a "Nexus user experience" with noted LTE support, an unlockable bootloader, and "prompt system updates." Those old Google Play Edition listings talked heavily about having the "latest version of Android from Google," a "fast, clean user experience," and Google's apps package there in a carrier-free phone, so that you have a device that is yours to do what you want with. These were dream phones for Android purists.
Well, they were until Google killed the program not even two years later. I'm not sure Google ever truly acknowledged the GPE program's death, we just assumed it wasn't worth the hassle for everyone involved. By the time it ended, Google had helped bring its Android experience to others by splitting up Android into multiple parts to make its services more accessible to everyone, as well as update certain aspects through Google Play Services. But you also have to wonder if any of the partners truly bought in and saw the value in offering Google Play Editions. Android One first arrivesDuring that short Google Play Edition life cycle, Google introduced another still-alive-today program called Android One. At the time, Google billed it as a platform for the "next five billion," thanks to its accessible pricing. Android One phones were built on a reference design that could be updated frequently, run smoothly, and cost less. Google said specifically that Android One's purpose was "to make high-quality smartphones accessible to as many people as possible" and that were "not just great to use, but also affordable." The Android One site used to reference those next billions of people as well. Even as late as last year, the Android One site was showcasing phones for Y! Mobile and talking about how "Android One devices feature best-in-class hardware for their price." Fast forward to today and that's all changed. The big, budget switcherooHiroshi Lockheimer said in a blog post today that they created Android One for three reasons: "faster access to the latest Android OS updates and Google innovations, regular security updates, and an easy-to-use software design that's intuitive and streamlined." See anything missing there? He didn't mention anything about pricing, affordability, or accessibility to billions of new Android users. The current version of the Android One site has scrubbed all mentions of value or price. The focus of Android One today is about phones that run the "purest form of Android." Google is calling Android One a platform that showcases "Android at its best." Google talks about Android One having "everything you want" (all of Google's services, not someone else's) and "nothing you don't" (no bloatware or obnoxious skin), as well as access to Google Assistant, Google Play Protect, and two years worth of updates. It's a lot like how Android One started out, but again, without the budget talk or that whole reaching the next five billion focus. And the budget talk has gone away because Android Go is here to fill that need. In fact, Android Go devices will first arrive next week at MWC, as well as news surrounding Android One. Android Go devices will run a lighter version of Android with optimized Go apps that were built for devices we once saw kickstart the Android One program (those with lower specs, like between 512MB and 1GB RAM). Google is even acknowledging on the Go site that they need help of developers to make Go reach "the next billion." Android Go is what Android One first set out to be, which is fine.
First new Android One devicesLast year, we saw the beginnings of this change in Android One as reports suggested the program's phones would arrive for the first time in the US. Before the year ended, new Android One phones from partners you know, like the Xiaomi Mi A1, HTC U11 Life, and Moto X4 all launched in various countries. The difference with these phones and previous Android One phones was the fact that these weren't ultra budget phones anymore. Sure, they aren't $700, but they cost anywhere from $230 to $400, feature 3GB and 4GB RAM, higher-end processors, full HD displays, dual camera setups, and premium builds. By all means, these are phones anyone could enjoy, not just the next billion with $100 budgets. And that sort of brings me back around to Google Play Edition phones. There was a range of devices in Google Play Edition, from the budget-friendly Moto G to the overpriced Sony Z Ultra and random inclusion of the LG G Pad 8.3. But the goal for Google Play Edition was the same as it is for Android One today: to give you the best Android experience. Even better Android One phones must be comingSo what does all of that mean for the future? It appears that Android One is going to get an even bigger push into this new lifestyle in 2018. Lockheimer said today that "beautifully designed hardware from top partners" will continue to push Android One forward. New Android One devices are coming very soon. The tricky part here is trying to figure out how far they'll take Android One. Will they get close to the level of phones that were in Google Play Edition? Will the program tack on a high-end phone like the Galaxy S9 or maybe the LG V30 (2018 Edition)? Google sure is close with HTC – do we get a flagship-level phone from HTC as a part of this program? My guess is that we will see just that. I don't know who is going to make it or who the partner will be, but it's clear that Android One is Google's latest attempt to push their version of Android with their services front and center. The way you get that in front of more people is by reaching all budgets. They are currently in both low (Mi A1) and mid tiers (U11 Life, X4), so that only leaves an obvious next tier.
Why now, though?That's a tough question to answer. Why did Google Play Editions fail or why did Google kill the program? Again, we don't know the exact reason. What we do know is that Android still has an update problem to this day, something both Google Play Edition and Android One have solutions for. Is another push behind Android One the way to help fix that? If only it were that easy. But with most Android manufacturers struggling these days to sell phones outside of Samsung and Huawei, maybe it makes sense that players like HTC, LG, and Motorola take on Google's version of Android through Android One with Google helping out on updates. Rather than spending the time and resources it takes to update custom Android skins to the latest versions of Android, why not let Google do most of that work? Look, Android manufacturers have argued that selling lots of Android phones can only happen through differentiation, often through software. Except, that doesn't appear to be working anymore. Will running Google's version of Android help fix that? I don't know, but after years upon years of failing, why not give it a shot? Android One, the new Google Play Edition, might be that next shot. Powered by WPeMatico The post Android One Becomes the New Google Play Edition Now That Android Go is Here appeared first on Guaripete. |
| You Can Now Apply to Attend Google I/O 2018! Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST   The application process for this year's Google I/O is now open! In order to get yourself a ticket to the event that takes place in Google's backyard on May 8-10, you'll need to have some luck. You'll also need to let Google put a $1,150 hold on your credit card. Ouchies. To get started, follow the link below, sign into your Google account, apply for either an academic ($375) or general admission ticket ($1,150), provide your form of payment, and then cross your fingers. If you're selected to attend, you'll likely hear back from Google after a week or so. Good luck to those trying to attend! Powered by WPeMatico The post You Can Now Apply to Attend Google I/O 2018! appeared first on Guaripete. |
| Reported Pricing for Galaxy S9 and S9+ is High, But That’s No Surprise Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST   According to @evleaks, the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ will carry high prices, but that doesn't come as much of a surprise. As shown in images attached to his tweet, the Galaxy S9 will be priced at 841€ and the Galaxy S9+ will be 997€. With a straight conversion, that equates to $1037 for the S9 and $1229 for the S9+. However, Samsung will unlikely do a straight conversion for its pricing in the US, and instead, opt for something like $849 for the Galaxy S9 and $999 for the Galaxy S9+. Of course, we can't confirm this and those numbers are pure speculation, but seeing as how major OEMs seem to love adding $75 to $100 to their retail prices year-over-year, this wouldn't be too surprising. Last year, the Galaxy S8 was launched with a price of around $740, while the S8+ was $850. If indeed we see such a price increase, with Samsung thinking they can get away with iPhone X prices, these will undoubtedly be the most expensive Galaxy S devices to ever launch. The Galaxy S9 and S9+ will be announced this weekend at MWC. We'll likely get official US pricing at that time, so stay tuned.
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| Autodraw, external camera/speaker support and more with the latest Jamboard release Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST  Ownership sharing configuration for unclaimed Jams This feature prevents sharing of content before an owner is assigned. Admins can configure this setting (which is off by default) for the domain in the Jamboard Admin console.  Animated frame changes with page numbers  USB camera support S/PDIF audio support For a full list of new features and improvements from this month's release, check out the What's New in Jamboard page in the Help Center. Launch Details Editions: Rollout pace: Action: Launch release calendar As we continue to add new features to the overall Jamboard experience, the latest Jamboard release brings several new features―to both devices and the Jamboard app―to help people more easily and efficiently get their ideas out. We're also adding a new feature to help admins to manage the ownership of Jams within their domain. Autodraw  Ownership sharing configuration for unclaimed Jams This feature prevents sharing of content before an owner is assigned. Admins can configure this setting (which is off by default) for the domain in the Jamboard Admin console. Animated frame changes with page numbers USB camera support S/PDIF audio support Launch Details Editions: Rollout pace: Action: Launch release calendar Powered by WPeMatico The post Autodraw, external camera/speaker support and more with the latest Jamboard release appeared first on Guaripete. |
| YouTube app testing view count on thumbnail, adjusts layout for title and channel logo Posted: 22 Feb 2018 12:05 PM PST 
Sometimes it seems like YouTube is perpetually testing different interfaces for its Android app. Based on reports we’ve received recently, yet another set of modifications is being tested. The latest round of tweaks is on the subtle side: some are seeing the thumbnails for individual videos in the Home tab show view counts, with more space for video titles and the channel logo repositioned below. This is almost assuredly another one of YouTube/Google’s famed A/B tests, so if you don’t see this new layout yet, that would be why. It’s also not the most drastic change, and I honestly didn’t notice it at first glance.
New layout on the left, old layout on the right. As you can see above, the new thumbnail/card for videos shows the view count in a black box overlay on the video itself next to the duration, rather than below with the name of the channel. The avatar/logo for the channel also looks to be a bit smaller, and it’s been relocated below in line with the channel name, giving the video title the full width. This change doesn’t seem to be associated with a different version of the YouTube app. Both Rita and I are running the latest version (v13.06.53), and neither of us sees it. But, some of our readers do have the tweaked layout, and they’re running the same version. The test is probably triggered server-side.
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