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Why The Switch 2 Should Embrace These Nintendo Mobile Games
Summary Despite predatory monetization practices, gacha games could be a good fit for the Switch 2 at launch, especially while we wait for a full roster of next-gen titles. Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete and Mario Run would be good choices as they lack gacha mechanics. Some Nintendo mobile games have ended service, but they could be the basis for…
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How to set up Mobile Hotspot to share your internet on Windows 11
On Windows 11, you can share your PC’s internet connection with other nearby devices through the Mobile Hotspot feature, and in this guide, I’ll outline the steps to set up the feature. What is a Mobile Hotspot? The Mobile Hotspot feature transforms your computer into a mini Wi‑Fi router, allowing you to share an internet connection (whether it’s Ethernet, Wi‑Fi,…
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How to enable or disable Start menu mobile sidebar on Windows 11
On Windows 11, the Start menu includes a sidebar that brings quick access to your phone’s battery status, notifications, messages, calls, and pictures, and in this guide, you will learn the steps to turn the feature on or off. What’s the mobile sidebar? Microsoft has not assigned an official name to the Start menu’s mobile integration sidebar on Windows 11.…
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This Game Changed My View on Mobile Touch Controls
Summary Touch controls can be responsive and enhance gameplay, as seen in Ex Astris . Buttons in mobile games can adapt as needed, providing game developers with an infinite canvas. Some game mechanics excel on touchscreens. Shoehorning physical controls into every game would limit design choices. Most gamers agree that physical buttons are better than virtual ones. I’ve felt this…
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Mint Mobile just saved Christmas with its $299 Pixel 9 deal — get it now before it’s gone
There were plenty of phone deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but the absolute best one was easily the $299 Pixel 9 deal from Mint Mobile. It was so good that the wireless carrier eventually ran out of stock of Google’s flagship phone. But right now, it looks like the discounted Pixel 9 is back at Mint — and…
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Monument Valley 3: a worthy update to a fabulous mobile game
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 64, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, get ready for some weird documentaries, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about raw milk and $HAWK and WhatsApp, watching A Man on the Inside…
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Are Mobile Hotspots Secure? (Are They Safer Than Public Wi-Fi?)
Are mobile hotspots secure? Well, they can be if you take proper precautions. Otherwise, you’re exposing yourself to the same dangers as using the local free Wi-Fi. Cyber attackers can use various tools and exploits to steal payment data and logins. This article reviews the risks of using a mobile hotspot and the signs that someone might be trying to…
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YouTube Kids mobile app redesigned on iOS and Android
The YouTube Kids mobile app is getting a redesign that both makes it look and behave more like the standard YouTube app and lets kids browse through videos in portrait mode for the first time. It’s rolling out over the next few weeks on iOS and Android, while the web and smart TV experiences stay the same. The YouTube Kids…
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How to Get the Best Mobile Experience
Quick Links Deep Dive Into the Reddit App Many People Prefer the Mobile Site Despite the Hiccups As a long-time Redditor, I’ve tried and tested various ways to experience the “front page of the internet.” Desktop, mobile site, official mobile app, third-party apps, desktop version on mobile–you name it. So, when it comes to the best mobile experience, which one…
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Vodafone and Three clear to merge and form UK’s biggest mobile operator
Vodafone and Three have been cleared to create the UK’s biggest mobile operator after committing to address concerns around network upgrades and price hikes. The proposed £16.5 billion merger (about $20.9 billion) was approved by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) on Thursday following months of regulatory scrutiny, and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025.…
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