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Unreal Engine INI Mods Don’t Actually Improve Performance
A recent Digital Foundry podcast addressed a long-running debate over the Unreal Engine. There is an argument over whether Unreal Engine ini mods actually improve game performance, especially the stuttering problems in the Oblivion Remastered edition. The team carefully tested two popular mods and has ended this debate, at least for Oblivion. These widely used mods deliver almost no real…
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Google threatens employees’ jobs if they don’t come back to the office – Computerworld
During the pandemic, remote working was common. But many large tech companies have changed their tune in recent years, insisting that their employees to return to the office for at least part of the workweek — even when they lack adequate office space. The latest news is that Google is now threatening to lay off employees in certain departments who…
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Don’t wait for back to school — 9 laptop deals I’d get ahead of impending tariffs
The Trump administration’s tariffs could wreak havoc on your back to school shopping. Although the first round of reciprocal tariffs has been paused, the White House has confirmed that China will face specialized tariffs designed specifically for tech devices like laptops and smartphones. These tariffs could be announced in the next two months, which is roughly when back to school…
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Don’t Fall for This New Gmail Phishing Scheme
If you receive an email from Google that appears to be a legitimate security alert, do not proceed. Scammers are taking advantage of vulnerabilities in Google’s authentication protocols to send phishing messages that appear convincing enough to steal unsuspecting users’ account credentials. Here’s how to protect yourself. How this new Google phishing scam works As Android Authority reports, a developer…
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Guess What? Movie Games Don’t Suck Anymore.
Summary Historically, movie tie-in games were terrible due to lack of support and vision from financiers. As gaming became big business, movie licenses went to better studios, resulting in higher-quality games. While there are still bad movie games, overall there’s a positive trend towards better adaptations in both gaming and movies. I love movies, and I love games. So you’d…
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Don’t Miss the Compact Yet Powerful Apple Mac mini M2 for $459.99
TL;DR: Grab a grade-A refurbished Apple Mac mini M2 (from 2023), with 8GB RAM and 512GB SSD, for just $459.99 (reg. $599) — inventory won’t last. Professionals looking to upgrade their workspace with Apple’s latest tech have a limited-time opportunity: a grade-A refurbished Apple Mac mini M2 (early 2023) is currently available at just $459.99 (regularly $599). For users who…
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Don’t Sleep on the Deleted Scenes From Your Favorite Shows
Summary Deleted scenes are cut for various reasons like time constraints, pacing, or not aligning with the artistic direction of the show. Deleted scenes offer deeper insights into the characters, offer more background, and can sometimes significantly alter the main plot or ending. Find deleted scenes on YouTube, streaming services, or physical copies of DVDs for high-quality viewing and bonus…
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iPhone Prices Won’t Be Affected By Tariffs But Don’t Celebrate Just Yet
In our last report, U.S. President Donald Trump offered relief to other nations from their reciprocal tariffs while imposing 125% tariffs on Chinese products. However, this tariff was later taken back on certain electronic products, including smartphones. In the latest turn of events, we’ve learned that this isn’t a permanent solution as these products will be subject to a special…
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If You Don’t Want $100 Games, Don’t Buy $100 Games
Summary Games are priced based on consumer willingness to pay; companies will adjust based on demand and profit. Wait to buy: full price is for playing first, games will get better and cost less with time. Use game subscriptions or buy physical for discounts, game voucher systems can save money.. With the reveal that Switch 2 games will cost $80-$90,…
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Windows ‘inetpub’ folder created by security fix, don’t delete
Microsoft has now confirmed that an April 2025 Windows security update is creating a new empty “inetpub” folder and warned users not to delete it. This folder is typically used by Microsoft’s Internet Information Services (IIS), a web server platform that can be enabled via the Windows Features dialog to host websites and web apps. However, after installing this month’s…
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