Microsoft's Copilot Lands on Telegram: A New Era of AI Chatbots Microsoft has recently introduced its AI-driven Copilot chatbot to Telegram, currently in its beta phase. This initiative is part of Microsoft's broader strategy to incorporate AI into daily digital interactions. Copilot utilizes cutting-edge GPT models and Bing Search to enhance conversation quality, offering a variety of useful services.
Once you fire up Telegram, interacting with Copilot feels like chatting with a knowledgeable friend. You can ask it anything from quick facts to travel advice, or even movie recommendations. Copilot’s responses are designed to be quick and relevant, tapping into the vast resources of the internet. It’s like having a personal assistant...
May 29, 2024
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Is Assassin’s Creed Shadows Multiplayer? As of now, the Assassin's Creed series is celebrated for its single-player experience, a core element of its charm. This design choice allows players to deeply immerse themselves in the game without needing constant online interaction. However, the gaming landscape is continuously evolving, and there's an increasing demand among players for online features that can boost a game's replay value. This raises the question: does Assassin’s Creed Shadows come with a multiplayer mode?
Can You Play Assassin’s Creed Shadows Multiplayer?
One would think that considering there are two main characters in Assassin’s Creed Shadows, there would be an opportunity to play cooperatively...
May 28, 2024
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Opera Joins the AI Race: Integrates Google Gemini in Browsers Opera has thrown its hat into the AI ring by integrating Google’s Gemini model into its desktop browser lineup, including the gaming-centric Opera GX. This move comes as other big names like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge are also enhancing their browsers with AI capabilities. Opera users will now have access to Gemini via the Aria assistant, offering a more sophisticated browsing experience.
Recently, Opera introduced an AI summarization feature on Android, but the desktop-focused enhancements signal a broader commitment to leveraging AI across platforms. The Aria assistant, already a staple in Opera browsers, will serve as the gateway for Gemini....
May 28, 2024
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 to Hit Xbox Game Pass on Day One: What You Need to Know In a move that will delight gaming enthusiasts everywhere, Xbox has officially confirmed that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will be available on Xbox Game Pass from its release day. The news, which was announced via Xbox Wire, comes as a major win for subscribers to the service. The announcement was made by Megan Spurr, the senior community lead for Xbox Game Pass, who expressed excitement about the franchise's latest installment joining the platform.
This marks a significant milestone, as it is the first Call of Duty game to be added to Game Pass since Microsoft completed its monumental $69...
May 28, 2024
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Nintendo and LEGO Team Up for Stunning Legend of Zelda Set Nintendo has just unveiled an exciting new addition to its lineup of LEGO sets: a Legend of Zelda-themed set featuring the iconic Great Deku Tree. This highly anticipated 2-in-1 set is set to hit the shelves on September 1, 2024, and fans can already pre-order it on LEGO’s official website. Alongside this announcement, Nintendo released a teaser showcasing the intricate design and detailed figures included in the set, sparking immense excitement among Zelda enthusiasts.
The teaser video showcases the intricate craftsmanship of the set, comprising 2500 pieces. In contrast to some of the more whimsical video game-themed sets like those inspired...
May 28, 2024
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AI Models and Their Favorite Numbers: A Peculiar Human-Like Trait AI models are always surprising us, not just in what they can do, but what they can’t, and why. An interesting new behavior is both superficial and revealing about these systems: they pick random numbers as if they’re human beings, which is to say, badly.
The Human Struggle with Randomness
But first, what does that even mean? Can’t people pick numbers randomly? And how can you tell if someone is doing so successfully or not? This is actually a very old and well-known limitation that we, humans, have: we overthink and misunderstand randomness.
Tell a person to predict 100 coin flips, and compare...
May 28, 2024
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Dragon's Dogma 2 Surpasses 3 Million Copies Sold: A Triumphant Milestone for Capcom Capcom's latest fantasy RPG, Dragon's Dogma 2, has reached a notable milestone: the game has officially sold over 3 million copies. This achievement was celebrated by the development team with a heartfelt thank you to the "3 million Arisen who have embarked on adventures." The game's successful sales trajectory has been a bright spot for Capcom, especially considering some of the early bumps it faced upon launch.
Dragon's Dogma 2 first launched in March 2024 to rave critical reviews and high expectations from fans of the original. However, not everything was smooth sailing. The game faced backlash over its microtransaction model,...
May 28, 2024
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Frostpunk 2 Dev Talks Council Hall and Its Interconnected Systems Frostpunk 2 is a city-building survival game that takes place 30 years after the first game, but whereas the first one was about surviving the hellish wintry landscape, the upcoming title is about living in that and dealing with the biggest threat to the city yet: humanity itself. Frostpunk 2 looks to go above and beyond what the original title accomplished with the game's scope, not only in terms of the city itself, but also through the introduction of its Council Hall. As the Steward of New London, players don't simply choose between laws like in Frostpunk but actively forge...
May 28, 2024
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How Long is Silent Hill 2? We’re living in a time in which all of our favorite survival horror games from days long past will likely receive a remake. You can thank impressive titles such as Resident Evil 2 Remake and Dead Space Remake, which paved the way. But still, many of us have our hearts set on the Silent Hill 2 Remake. So much, in fact, that we’re returning to the original. But how long is Silent Hill 2? Do you have time to finish the original survival horror game before its remake hits the market?
How Long to Beat Silent Hill 2
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May 28, 2024
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Sony Announces Exciting Lineup of Free PS Plus Games for June 2024 Sony has just revealed its lineup of complimentary games for PlayStation Plus subscribers for June 2024, and it’s an impressive array that aims to satisfy a broad spectrum of gaming preferences. Beginning on June 4, PS Plus members can eagerly anticipate adding three varied titles to their gaming library: the nostalgic beat-em-up "Streets of Rage 4" (2020), the wrestling spectacle "AEW Fight Forever" (2023), and the charming "SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake" (2023). These games will be available for download and addition to your library throughout the month.
For many, one standout title is likely to be Streets of Rage 4,...
May 28, 2024
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Apple Gears Up to Give iPhones a Dash of Material You with iOS 18 Apple is gearing up to add a splash of customization to its iOS 18, and it feels like a nod to Android's Material You. For years, iPhone users have been stuck with the same rigid grid layout and restrictive app appearance. But the winds of change are blowing, and Apple's upcoming update promises a more personalized and colorful experience. This shift is partly driven by the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA) regulations, which have nudged Apple to rethink its software design ethos, much to the delight of users longing for more control over their home screens.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports...
May 27, 2024
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Instagram Teases Early Access to Experimental Features for Users Instagram, which is owned by Meta, is reportedly considering a new method for users to gain early access to its experimental features. According to a recent leak, Instagram might soon launch a feature enabling users to test new tools and functionalities prior to their official rollout. This would mark a notable change from the existing system, where users can only access beta features by joining the Android Beta program.
According to a screenshot shared on Threads by developer Alessandro Paluzzi, the option to join early access might be available in the Settings and activity tab. The screenshot shows a new "early...
