Month: July 2024

Tech Review – QCY MeoBuds Pro earbuds

The QCY MeloBuds Pro are the latest earbuds on offer from the company and the recently reviewed headphones called the H3 have been a great start to their new line-up of products and an excellent pair of headphones.

With these earbuds coming in at around 50 euro there is little to complain about here and they have a really good app to go with them that put more expensive models to shame and that say quite a lot here.

The style and fit is like most earbuds here, they sit well in the ears and have a secure fit but be sure to check out the tips for the best seal which yields the best results as I always say.

One stand out feature is the ANC on the MeloBuds Pro at the price they come in for as they have a wide frequency range and offer up to 46db on ANC and 6 yes 6 transparency modes built in so there is options for all here.

There is also 6 mics the most we see these days is two or four but 6 now being the standard and again at the price it is unheard of the features present in these earbuds.

There is dual device connectivity on board so if like me and you use two devices all day this is perfect and seamless and can be controlled via the app which you can see more of below and in the video review where we take a tour of the said app which is great and loaded with features including a decent battery life at around 34 hrs at 75% volume and with a ten minute charge you can get up to 1hr playtime. This will vary per user and EQ/Volume settings as always.

The sound is also where it is at here with the QCY MeloBuds Pro and it is superb for the price and with their companion app there is not much left to say but these are worth every single penny you spend which is little and what is on offer from more well established brands.

Highs lows and mids all great super ANC and transparency modes with a notable difference on switching unlike some others out there, great treble and bass high volume and you can also customise to your requirements with spatial sound.

For the gamers yes they are also covered here with up to 80ms latency when game mode is activated and their advanced spatial audio algorithm enhances the soundstage, offering a 360° Stereo Sound experience. Equipped with a 12mm dynamic driver units if it is music movies or gaming you are center stage.

Check the full video review for more below.

The App

 

Equipped with Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation(ANC), MeloBuds Pro auto-adjusts noise cancellation to adapt to your ear accordingly by analyzing your ear canal structure and how you wear it. The ANC system contributes to a wide frequency range (20 Hz–2500 kHz), with maximum ANC depth as high as 46 dB. Featuring 6 microphones and a wind noise-minimizing design, AI-based voice pickup technology ensures crystal-clear calls by cancelling ambient noise while enhancing vocals.

High-Resolution Sound

MeloBuds Pro supports LDAC high-resolution codec and is certified by Hi-Res Audio Wireless, supporting fast transmission of up to 990 kbps, and transmitting pure high-fidelity sound that spares no detail. Its advanced spatial audio algorithm enhances the soundstage, offering a 360° Stereo Sound experience. Equipped with a 12mm dynamic driver unit, MeloBuds Pro also offers a rich cascade of sound, texture, and detail.

Transparency Mode

Adjusting from 6 levels of Transparency Mode, users can stay engaged with their surroundings while enjoying music with MeloBuds Pro. The earbuds can enhance vocal during face-to-face conversations, allowing clear interactions without removing the earbuds.

QCY MeloBuds Pro and case – techbuzzireland

Other Features

  • Smart Wearing Detection: MeloBuds Pro’s proximity sensor knows when they’re worn, pausing audio when taken out and resuming playback when put back in.
  • Extended Battery Life: Enjoy up to 34 hours of playtime with the charging case and get up to 1 hour of use with just a 10-minute charge.
  • Dual-Device Connectivity: You can connect MeloBuds Pro to two devices and seamlessly switch between them with simple touch controls.
  • Ultra-Low Latency: With an 80ms latency, MeloBuds Pro ensures synchronized audio and video for an enhanced gaming and movie experience.
  • IPX5 Waterproof rating: Splashes and sweat won’t stop MeloBuds Pro.

See our QCY Reviews and watch out for more

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Vhi celebrates milestone 50,000 free self-service health checks

Vhi today released new health and wellbeing insights generated from 50,000 free self-service health checks over a two-year period.

The on-the-spot health assessment stations provided at workplaces and other sites across the country in partnership with Sisu Health measure blood pressure, body mass index, and perceived stress, as well as screening for diabetes and cardiovascular risks. Participating users can subsequently benefit from lifestyle advice on a range of health issues through an integrated portal, with signposting provided to GPs in cases of identified health risks.

Since the re-introduction of the Vhi health checks scheme in September 2022, over 40,000 members of Vhi corporate health schemes have actively monitored their health and wellbeing using the mobile self-service health stations which visited 540 workplace locations and sites nationwide.

Since the introduction of the health check stations that more than 9,000 people were recommended to contact their GP following a health assessment. These referrals encourage early intervention in cases of health risk and help to reduce the likelihood of developing chronic illness. More than half of those who used the health stations (21,000) had not received a blood pressure check in the past 12 months prior to screening, with 14.3% of those assessed recording high blood pressure.

Other insights include:

  • 16% of all participants recorded high blood pressure, with 49% of all men measuring ‘at risk’ to high.
  • 2002 Health checks triggered a ‘GP call to action’ for high blood pressure (140/90) and or high BMI (35+).
  • 16% of participants indicated that they are a smoker, a little under the 18% national average as published by the HSE.

Professor Charlie Foster, Head of Population Health, Vhi said: “Investing in the health and wellbeing of employees is crucial in building happier and healthier workplaces. That’s why we’re delighted to reach this major milestone in the use of our health check services. Encouraging team employees and members to actively monitor and look after their health through regular checks can drastically reduce the risk of developing chronic illnesses such as diabetes or heart disease. Benefits are also seen by employers who see happier, healthier and stronger employees alongside real costs savings in reductions in the impacts of smoking and poor mental health.

“By providing quick and easy access to health checks in workplaces and other sites around the country, we’re empowering members to identify and address health risks early on and help them to achieve better health outcomes. This is one of the many ways in which Vhi is driving innovation in how healthcare is delivered and helping our members live longer, stronger and happier lives.”

Jez Styles, Director of Growth, SisU Health said: “We are delighted to have reached this milestone through our partnership with Vhi. Given the increasing burden of chronic cardiovascular and metabolic health conditions on global healthcare systems it is important that new technology should be accessible, convenient and deployed strategically. SiSU believe that people should be able to access health checks in places where they live their lives, with workplaces presenting a prime opportunity for Vhi’s members to identify developing or undiagnosed conditions.”

Vhi provides an extensive range of corporate health and wellness services to support healthier and more productive workforces. Corporate health programmes can be tailor designed to ensure the evolving needs of employees are met and include access to mental health supports and holistic wellness programmes focusing on resilience, sleep, nutrition and movement.

For more information on Vhi’s corporate health and wellbeing services, please visit: www.vhi.ie/employers.

Dell Technologies Unveils Major Updates to Data Lakehouse for AI Adoption

Dell Technologies has today announced significant performance and connectivity enhancements to its Dell Data Lakehouse platform. These new enhancements are designed to accelerate AI initiatives and streamline data access, providing businesses with fast query speeds, expanded data sources, simplified management and powerful analytics.

The key features of the Dell Data Lakehouse v1.1 includes enhance performance, improve connectivity, simplified management and expanded accessibility.

Turbocharged performance

New Warp Speed technology and high-performance SSDs boost query performance by 3x to 5x through automated learning of query patterns and optimising indexes and caches allowing businesses to extract insights from data faster than ever before.

 Improved connectivity

Dell Technologies has enhanced connectivity options by securely connecting to an existing Hive Metastore via Kerberos for seamless metadata operations and improved data governance. The new Neo4j graph database connector is now in public preview, and the Snowflake connector has been optimised for efficient querying. Additionally, upgraded connectors for Iceberg, Delta Lake, Hive, and other popular data sources ensure faster and more capable operations.

 Simplified Management

Dell has streamlined operations with new features to ensure system robustness and security and Dell support teams can now easily assess cluster health before or after installation or upgrades, ensuring zero downtime. The system also sends critical hardware failure alerts directly to Dell Support for proactive handling. Additionally, optional end-to-end encryption for internal components is available to secure the Lakehouse.

 Expanded Accessibility

Dell has now introduced and offers a new 5-year software subscription option, complementing the existing 1 and 3-year subscriptions, to align hardware and software support terms. To meet growing demand, the Dell Data Lakehouse is now available in more countries across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Additionally, customers can now access the Dell Data Lakehouse in the Dell Demo Center and soon in the Customer Solution Center for interactive exploration and validation.

Speaking about the new updates in Dell’s Modern Data Lakehouse, Vrashank Jain, Product Manager – Data Management at Dell Technologies said, “Dell Data Lakehouse with Warp Speed sets a new benchmark in data lake analytics, empowering organisations to derive insights from their data more quickly and efficiently than ever before. Warp Speed unlocks the full potential of the Dell Data Lakehouse, paving the way for accelerated and budget-friendly innovation and growth in the AI era.”

To get a full, hands-on experience, visit the Dell Demo Center to interactively explore the Dell Data Lakehouse with labs developed by Dell Technologies’ experts. Businesses and organisations can also contact your Dell account executive to explore the Dell Data Lakehouse for your data needs.

Initial Hygiene Launches Luna Dry a Futuristic Plug & Play Hand Dryer

Initial Hygiene, one of Ireland’s leading providers of washroom hygiene, vending, and floor mat solutions, has officially launched its latest innovation, the Plug & Play® Luna Dry hand dryer in the Irish market. This cutting-edge hand drying solution is set to revolutionise washrooms across Ireland with its ease of installation, efficiency, and durability.

The Luna Dry’s HEPA Clean Air intelligent filtration system removes at least 99.97% of dust, pollen, mould, bacteria, and airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns. Initial Hygiene’s Luna Dry hand dryer represents a significant leap forward in washroom technology, combining advanced features to ensure high standards of hygiene and environmental sustainability.

The Terra 4 Docking Station enables replacement or upgrade of the hand dryer within seconds, and eliminates the need for an electrician once the docking station has been installed.

A study* conducted by Initial Washroom Hygiene in the United Kingdom highlighted that inefficient hand dryers could be costing UK businesses over £200 million per year in wasted energy and contributing to an extra 133 million kilograms of carbon emissions annually. The study, which analysed 689 hand dryers, found replacing outdated models with modern, low-energy hand dryers like the Luna Dry could significantly reduce running costs and emissions.

Sian Walkling, Head of Marketing, Initial Hygiene, says: “Hand dryers have a lifespan of 5-7 years, but they are an item which is typically out of sight and out of mind.  As long as they are working then very often, they will be left on walls for 10 or 15+ years.

“Not replacing outdated hand dryers may appear to make good business sense, but is it?  Modern hand dryers have evolved to be more efficient at drying hands quickly, as well as being low energy and low noise.

“At Initial Hygiene, we are committed to innovation and sustainability. The Luna Dry hand dryer offers superior performance and aligns with our mission to provide environmentally responsible washroom solutions, with annual running cost of circa €22**. We are proud to introduce this product to the Irish market and support our customers in enhancing their washroom hygiene standards.”

The Luna Dry model includes ION PURE antimicrobial metal ions, providing an added layer of protection against bacteria, mould, and viruses. This innovative feature prevents the build-up of offensive odours and helps to ensure a hygienic environment. The antimicrobial metal ions are incorporated into the hand dryer shell during manufacturing, creating a germ-resistant finish that releases ions gradually in the presence of moisture.

Tech Review – QCY H3 Wireless Noise Cancelling headphones

The QCY H3 Wireless Noise Cancelling headphones are an affordable pair of headphones that have been a delight to use the last while and offer plenty for those who want something new, the brand name might not be familiar with everyone but it is one to check out.

The presentation is a standard affair here kept simple like the headphones themselves which are light, clean and kept simple. They are comfortable to wear for long periods of time and come with a gaming mode so for those who listen to music and game will be fine.

The controls are all on one side here too and kept simple with a dedicated ANC button and all other features present and the ANC is quite good here considering the price point.

ANC is something many like to take on board when buying new headphones and for new it was quite good here in comparison to other more expensive headphones tested and this for me is a good selling point and once this is activated you can forget about anything going on outside.

There is multipoint connection and good call quality which is most helpful these days and if you are like me and work on a laptop and phone it is ideal and with a good battery life of up to 60 hours depending on your settings again good solid points here.

Not only this there is other features to look at such as adaptive mode transparency mode you can also adjust to indoor noisy commuting anti-wind noise and commuting and not only that those modes are adjustable.

The sound is also great here and these are loud with 40mm drivers which is how I like it no lag or tinny sound on testing and generally hit the notes well be it on movies music and even gaming there is also sound channel balance built in, highs lows and mids good and direction and with access to their app which is excellent gives delivery of a real solid pair of headphones and should be check out.

Check the video below for more.

The QCY App

QCY App with the H3 headphones – techbuzzireland

 

Features 

43dB Hybrid ANC: Your Oasis of Silence

Adaptive Dual-Mode: ANC & Audio Enhancement

3-Mic Clarity: Clear Calls, No Compromises

Transparency Mode: Conversations with Your Headphones On

Hi-Res Audio: Pure Sound Quality

40mm Titanium Drivers: Relish Theater-Grade 3D Sound

60H Playtime: Music that Never Stops

Lossless Sound: Type-C/AUX Options

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Dev Kit Leak Sheds Light on Nintendo’s Plans for Switch 2

As the pioneer of gaming innovation, Nintendo is poised to take another quantum leap in the world of gaming consoles. Recent leaks hint at the imminent arrival of its next-gen gaming hybrid, the Nintendo Switch 2. This time, the gaming giant seems to be shaking things up a bit with some surprising spec choices. In this article, I’ll delve into the details of what this new gaming hybrid might bring and why it’s generating such a buzz. Read on!

Leaked Nintendo Switch 2 Dev Kit Details

Source and Credibility of the Leak

Recently, a new leak surfaced from a well-known gaming insider, “Im A Hero Too”. They’ve previously been active on the gaming platform ResetEra. After getting banned there, they turned to Reddit, revealing some interesting information. Although both of their accounts have been disabled now, the accuracy of their past leaks adds credibility to their claims. The previous information dump about Persona 3 Reload and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has been fairly on-point.

Overview of the Leak Specifications

According to the latest leak, Nintendo’s partner studios have been tinkering with Switch 2 development kits for a while. The next-gen gaming console is backwards compatible, accommodating at least some older games. It also features a new cartridge system along with a built-in camera. The leak also hints at the arrival of Final Fantasy 7 on Switch 2, promising a visual performance quality comparable to a PS5.

Leaks Breakdown: Predictions & Speculations

I’ll let my imagination run wild with the leaked information below:

1. Potential Late Summer 2024 Release

While concrete details about the release of the Switch 2 have been scarce, leaked information indicates that Nintendo’s partners, like Square Enix, have been actively testing the dev kits. Not to forget, Shuntaro Furukawa, Nintendo’s president, revealed last year during the annual financial report release that there were no plans for new hardware until the fiscal year (ending March 2024). These developments suggest a late summer release for the Switch 2 might not be far off.

2. Final Fantasy 7 Remake: A Possible Launch Title?

One intriguing tidbit revolves around Final Fantasy 7 remake. The leak implies that the Switch 2’s hardware might be robust enough to run the game as smoothly as the PlayStation 5. Reportedly, porting the game to Switch 2 dev kits “took no time”. Does that mean Switch 2 will come with Final Fantasy 7 Remake as a launch title? Can it really be that powerful?

Personally, I’ve confidence in Nintendo. Running games like FF7R could be within Switch 2’s reach, especially with specs that make it better than PS4 Pro Docked version and PS4 Handheld, boasting architecturally superior hardware and an Nvidia machine with DLSS 3.1.

3. A built-in Camera feature

The revelation of a built-in camera feature doesn’t surprise me, given Nintendo’s history with camera technology from the DSi to the 3DS. What intrigues me more is whether this feature will be geared towards AR, VR or a specific video game. This new nugget of information aligns perfectly with an earlier rumor suggesting that Nintendo intends to go big on VR for Switch 2.

4. Backward Compatibility

Regarding backwards compatibility, the leaked information indicating compatibility tests on a few games is promising. Earlier, other leakers like NateTheHate have been giving some pessimistic updates, but I don’t see why backwards compatibility is even a discussion point. Nintendo has had great success bringing older N64 to Switch, and they can easily do the same for newer platforms. If the Switch 2 lacks backwards compatibility, it would genuinely shock me.

5. A New Type of Cartridge

The mention of a new type of cartridge for physical games on the Switch 2 is also intriguing. I wonder if Nintendo is taking inspiration from the 3DS cartridges. Moreover, considering the current gaming demands, increasing the onboard storage beyond the original Switch’s 32GB seems like an obvious step forward. My only question is: Can they make 512GB cartridges?

6. Usable Internet Browser

Switch users have been asking for this for a long, long time. Although there’s a way to access a hidden browser, it’s rather a nuisance than a feature, plus it doesn’t have a full-blown feature set like any proper web browser. This would also open up a new gaming venue for players looking to play casual table games on websites that are online casinos or similar niches. Having the flexibility of just starting a web-based game and getting it up and running in a matter of seconds is not to be neglected, be it you just want to have a quick round of poker or a chess match to practice your Réti opening for gamers, additional options are always a welcomed bonus.

Can Nintendo Switch 2 Challenge Competition?

Switch 2 has three powerful competitors – PS5, Xbox S, and Xbox X. However, all leaks and rumors suggest that Nintendo’s upcoming gaming console could outshine its counterparts. It has one ace up its sleeves – Nvidia’s DLSS support. It’s the latest upscaling technique that uses AI to improve the performance of a game. Nintendo Switch 2 will, in fact, boast the latest DLSS 3.1, a technology currently exclusive only to RTX graphics cards.

Fingers Crossed for More Concrete Details

As I eagerly dissect these leaks every now and then, I can’t help but feel a mix of hope and curiosity. Hope for the innovative leaps Nintendo might take and curiosity about the concrete details that will emerge eventually, settling these speculations into facts. Whatever the future holds, it’s an exciting time to be a Nintendo enthusiast right now. So, let’s keep our fingers crossed for what wonders Nintendo might unveil. The game is certainly on!

Launch of Inaugural STEM South West Awards 2024

Leaders of STEM in Industry, Education and the Community are to be recognised by the STEM South West Awards 2024. The Awards were launched by European Commissioner nominee Michael McGrath TD, Bob Savage, CIO (EMEA) & Cork Site Lead, Dell Technologies, and Mary Good, Chair STEM South West  & Managing Director of Advanced Medical Services, at Cork County Hall.

Companies leading the 75,000+ people working in the South West’s thriving STEM sectors are invited to showcase their various programmes and initiatives in place to actively support the future talent pipeline and STEM growth strategy in the region.

The inaugural Awards will recognise companies and education providers who are leading the charge for the region’s STEM community, and safeguarding the economic and employment future for the STEM industry in the South West.

STEM South West, representing over 50 companies working within the STEM sector in the South West region, who collectively employ thousands of people, say online entries will remain open until September 20th. Winners will be decided by an independent judging panel, led by Bob Savage, and will be announced at an Awards Ceremony on November 21st.

There are 3 main categories:

  • STEM in Industry:  Company of the Year
    – Small / Startup (up to 50 Employees)
    – Small to Medium (50 – 249 Employees)
    – Large Categories (250+ Employees))
  • STEM in Education:  Educational Initiative of the Year
    (Primary, Secondary, and Third Level)
  • STEM in the Community:   Transition Year (TY) Challenge of the Year

Launching the Awards, Minister McGrath,

“STEM plays such an important role in the economy of our region, which is home to a wide range of industries, from pharma and life sciences, to engineering and technology. STEM South West brings together a wide variety of stakeholders including universities, local government, both SME and multinational employers, and state agencies to facilitate skills training. There are now more than 250k people enrolled in publicly funded higher education colleges in Ireland. These prestigious awards provide us with an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the growth of STEM in the region.”

Speaking at the launch Mary Good, Chairperson of STEM South West,

“We are calling on companies, schools and educational institutes that are directly engaged in supporting the development of STEM subject study and career development to enter. The Expert Group on Future Skills Needs (EGFSN) forecasts that 21,000 additional jobs will be created by 2027.To support Ireland’s important and fast-growing Biopharma sector as just one example of a sector set to grow in future years, nurturing and developing a robust talent STEM pipeline is fundamental to future economic performance.”

STEM South West aims to provide a competitive, innovative, and resilient enterprise base that will facilitate STEM skills training, cross-regional collaboration between industry, government, and academia, and increase employment and economic opportunities throughout the STEM sector in the South West region.​

With Cork set to become the fastest-growing region under the Project 2040 plan, STEM South West say the region (Cork and Kerry) is a place where opportunity meets talent, particularly in STEM.

Bob Savage, Chair of the Judging Panel for the STEM South West Awards noted,

“Cork & the greater South West region now employs over 75,000 people in STEM businesses. It is an integral part of our local economy and has consistently grown over the past 40 years to become the region’s largest employer.  We must continue to develop and recognise initiatives that support the growth of this crucial industry sector for the future.” 

The Awards

The “STEM Company of the Year” award celebrates organisations leading the way in creating a proactive, inclusive and supportive environment for STEM, both within their own company and through outreach initiatives. This allows for entrants to outline the organisation’s corporate culture, development opportunities, and commitment to supporting, upskilling, and empowering STEM professionals. Any specific initiatives developed to encourage and inspire the next generation to consider future studies and career choices in the STEM sector will be of particular interest this year.

Attracting and retaining diverse and talented individuals is essential for driving innovation and safeguarding the future success of STEM expertise in the Southwest. Nurturing development opportunities for the next generation is also essential.

The “STEM in Education” award celebrates educational institutes, departments and classroom-led initiatives (primary, secondary and third level) that show the way toward creating an inclusive and supportive educational environment for STEM. Applications are also welcome from individual contributors, such as educators, lecturers, teachers, and career guidance professionals.

Educational initiatives in this category should demonstrate a commitment to inspiring, supporting, and empowering the next generation to engage in STEM-related topics. Entries can also demonstrate an innovative approach and robust learning opportunities for students.

The “TY Challenge of the Year” award celebrates a STEM in Transition Year (TY) initiative that created an excellent development and learning opportunity, inspiring the next generation, and resulting in the empowerment and upskilling of those who participated.

Nominations for STEM South West awards are now open at https://stemsouthwest.ie/awards/ and STEM South West are encouraging companies, education providers and students to get involved in this year’s Awards.

Free PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript editor – Codelobster IDE

In this article, we suggest you to get acquainted with the free editor of web languages – Codelobster IDE. It is presented on the software market for a long time already, and it wins a lot of fans.

https://codelobster.com/  allows you to edit PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript files, it highlights the syntax and gives hints for tags, functions and their parameters. This editor easily deals with those files that contain a mixed content.

If you insert PHP code in your HTML template, then the editor correctly highlights both HTML tags and PHP functions. The same applies to CSS and JavaScript code, which is contained in HTML files.

The program includes auto-completion function, which greatly speeds up the programmer’s work and eliminates the possibility of errors.

Codelobster IDE provides contextual help on all supported programming languages, it uses the most up to date documentation at this moment, downloading it from official sites. So we can quickly get a description of any HTML tag, CSS attribute, PHP or JavaScript function by pressing the F1 key. 

The built-in PHP debugger allows you to execute PHP scripts step by step, sequentially moving through the lines of code. You can assign check points, view the process of the work of loops, and monitor the values of all variables during the execution of the script.

You can view the HTML templates directly in the editor, highlight the interesting elements on the page and explore the associated CSS styles. HTML and CSS inspector works by the principle of all known FireBug.

Other useful functions and features of the IDE:

 

  • A pair highlighting of parentheses and tags – you will never have to count parentheses or quotation marks, the editor will take care of it.

 

  • Highlighting of blocks, selection and collapsing of code snippets, bookmarks to facilitate navigation on the edited file, recognition and building of the complete structure of PHP projects – these functions ensure easy work with projects of any scale.

 

  • Support for 17 user interface languages, among them English, German, Russian, Spanish, French and others.

 

  • The program works on the following operation systems: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Mac OS, Linux, Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian.

The professional version of Codelobster IDE provides the programmer with even more features.

For example, you have an opportunity to work with projects on a remote server with use of the built-in FTP client. You can edit the selected files, preview the results and then synchronize the changes with the files on the hosting.

In addition the professional version includes an extensive set of plug-ins:

 

  • Fully implemented support for JavaScript libraries, such as jQuery, Node.js, AngularJS, BackboneJS and MeteorJS.

 

  • A large set of extensions that help to work with PHP frameworks – CakePHP, CodeIgniter, Laravel, Phalcon, Smarty, Symfony, Twig and Yii plug-ins.

 

  • Plugins for working with the most popular CMS – Drupal, Joomla, Magento and WordPress.

We can download and install any framework directly from the program without being distracted from the main tasks.

In general, for a year of work, our team had no complaints against the editor. Codelobster IDE works fast, does not hang and allows us to work even with large PHP projects.

You can download Codelobster IDE from the official website https://codelobster.com/

The Most Popular Forms of Online Gaming

When people started living more of their lives online, it was like a whole new world opened up – we could chat with people no matter where they were and what time it was, shop for just about anything, and even work and attend school from the comfort of our homes. The gaming world went through a similar online transformation. 

While we were once limited to what was available in the base game and enjoyed a consistent and entertaining experience, our online activities introduced a new dimension of social interaction, continuous new updates, next-level competition, and incredible accessibility to unlimited games. Over time, a handful of online gaming genres made their presence known. A few of these stood out more than others and became enduring favourites.

Battle Royale

The battle royale genre is relatively new in popularity. While we saw its origins long ago in online survival games like ARMA 2, Minecraft, and Japanese visual novels, it wasn’t until Fortnite and PUBG: Battlegrounds that it effectively exploded into mainstream gaming. It’s a genre that has the biggest presence among younger gamers – and for good reason. The intense and high-energy action, bright and engaging art styles, creative customisation with skins and emotes, and, notably, team-based play naturally cater to younger gamers. At one point, the genre was so in demand that it was considered oversaturated, with everyone piggybacking on the format, including Call of Duty: Warzone.

First-Person Shooters

When we think of first-person shooters (FPS), some of the most iconic video games of all time come to mind: the best-selling franchise Call of Duty, the tactical shooter Rainbow Six Siege, the ever-competitive Counter-Strike, and narrative-driven titles like BioShock and Left 4 Dead. At the time of writing, the FPS genre remains the most popular video game genre among internet users of all age groups. While all these titles include a story mode, the real thrill for most players comes in the form of online mode. Along with the realistic physics, the sounds of combat, lighting effects, and the fact that you can experience the game through the eyes of the character for a more immersive experience, the concept of playing against real people ups the ante.

Online Casinos

Online casinos are a natural evolution of traditional gambling. Although there aren’t cool NPCs involved or an intriguing storyline to follow, you can play the best slot machines online with exciting themes and visuals and even interact with live dealers. This gaming genre probably has the most subgenres within it, including but not limited to poker, blackjack, roulette, slots, craps, and speciality games like bingo. It’s a dynamic and unique genre still developing and evolving with all sorts of technological advancements, keeping it fresh and fascinating. As online casinos become legalised in more countries and regions, their popularity will only continue to grow and potentially even surpass other gaming genres.

Mobile Games

Those searching for accessibility, affordability, and diversity are most drawn to mobile games. Whether we’re waiting for an appointment, commuting to work, or relaxing on the couch, these types of games are available right in the palm of our hands. Depending on our mood, we can play a quick puzzle game, endless runner games like Subway Surfers, an arcade game, or even classic board games that have gone digital; the choices and variety are endless. And since most mobile games are designed to be intuitive and casual, they result in many downloads and cause many players to get hooked. From kids to seniors and everyone in between, mobile games have an extremely broad appeal, making them a staple genre in the gaming sphere.

MOBA/MMORPG

These sister genres might sound incredibly similar, but they’re different enough to garner specific audiences. MMORPG stands for massively multiplayer online role-playing game – think Old School RuneScape, World of Warcraft, and Final Fantasy. These games centre around an online world where players essentially live out adventures as their character and develop skills, go on quests, and explore their environment. These games emphasise character development and evolving storylines and narratives over the battles and combat associated with MOBAs – multiplayer online battle arenas.

MOBAs attract a different crowd, a player base more interested in competition and shorter gaming sessions. League of Legends and Dota 2, likely the most popular in the genre, focus more on teamwork and strategy to win matches. Although there’s still a focus on character ability, the objective isn’t as holistic as it typically revolves around destroying enemy bases or infiltrating specific areas. Seeing as they both have distinct gameplay experiences and involve investing a lot of time, they keep players coming back for more.

Action-Adventure

Where action-adventure games excel over other video game genres is their focus on storytelling and world-building, and the emphasis on cinematic presentation. We get to explore rich and immersive worlds, engage in combat, solve puzzles, follow a narrative, and engage with specific themes we might have previously known nothing about. 

Many of these games also feature incredibly complex storytelling, helping us foster an emotional connection with the characters and universe. Sometimes, they force us to face moral dilemmas, while other times they dig deep into hard-hitting themes like loss, identity, culture, adversity, and survival. While most of these games focus on offline, single-player gameplay, many also have online multiplayer modes that complement the experience.