Category: Tech

5 games every game-obsessed person should play at least once. #gaming

Guest Post. In the current busy and stressful age finding some time to lay back and enjoy is really hard. Video games are a great way to let off some steam after a long day, and they have many benefits if they are played responsibly. Gaming can improve the coordination of your brain and enhance your memory.

Fortnite

Developed by epic games and released in 2017 Fortnite is an amazing and exciting survival game. It started as an ordinary co-op survival game with a touch of fantasy, but it really became popular when it released the battle royale mode. In this mode of the game, you play against other people in a multiplayer last man standing battle. The concept of this mode was very similar to PUBG which is the main competition of the game, but Fortnite adds more features like building and potions which make the game more exciting. Of course, both games have their fans who keep arguing over which game is better, but if you are truly game-obsessed, then you should try both.

Grand Theft Auto

The grand theft auto franchise has made some amazing games, and every gamer who is a fan of open world games has grown up playing the GTA games. And the franchise had presented with the masterpiece of open-world gaming in the form of the franchise’s latest installment GTA 5. The game has introduced many new features into open-world gaming and has made the game very realistic.

Call of Duty

Call of duty is one of the best first-person shooter games around. It has many parts that fans have enjoyed over the years .the franchise has made games based on history and modern warfare. It has also made futuristic games like infinity warfare and advanced warfare. But these days all the hype is around the recently released Call of Duty WWII, Which is of course based on the Second World War. The games have always had exciting and exhilarating campaign missions, and it also has an online multiplayer mode where people can play against each other. 

EA Sports games

EA (Electronic Arts) is a company that has developed many games, but for people who are fans of sports they have made many amazing and realistic games.” EA sports” has turned sports like basketball, Football, Soccer, cricket, boxing and even MMA into games. Games like NBA 2k18, NFL 18 and UFC 3 are really popular among fans these days. So, if you enjoy playing sports, then you should check out the games made by electronic arts.

Poop simulator

These days’ crazy online games are getting a lot of attention. These games are not too big and cannot be compared to the previous games on the list, but they have their own place. And if you start playing these games, you will find them very entertaining. A great example of such games are poop simulator games. Even the name of the game makes it seem really tacky and tasteless but trust me these games are quite fun. Poop simulator is a game like muddy heights that you must check out if you’re are obsessed with games.

About the Author:
Catalina Smith is a young digital marketer by profession and is utterly obsessed with the growing technology. She is now entering her 7th year of reporting on the online gaming world. She regularly posts at Dimble Games.

Get free coasters and a 15% discount with Sudio Sweden. #Headphones #Tech #SudioMoments

Fancy some new headphones/earphphones and a discount of 15% plus free coasters look no further than SUDIO SWEDEN whom are now offering free coasters with every purchase of their headphones#earphones plus our readers get an extra 15% off the listed price when you order through us. We have been testing and using their headphones some time now and not only do they look good they sound great especially at the price they come in at.

Head over to Sudio Sweden and check out the range and their new Klar line of headphones and the other stylish earphones on offer and add the discount code at the checkout.

Sony Mobile’s 9 battery saving hacks for festival season. #festivals #bankholidayweekend

We’re well into the long days of summer 2018 and festival season is in full swing across Ireland, with well-known events like Another Love Story, Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann and Ireland’s favourite Electric Picnic coming up. But there’s one question on everyone’s lips: how do I make sure my phone battery lasts?

Whether you’re looking to take a video of the headline act, locate your friends among the sea of fellow festival revellers, or find out how to get home when it’s all over, it’s always a relief to know you’ve got plenty of charge left. A growing sense of ‘battery panic’ as your charge ebbs away over the course of the day can distract from the experience. We have covered plenty of ways to curb the battery anxiety with tech you can use and featured on RTE discussing the matter before but Sony have sent over some tips for you to check out..

Sony Xperia smartphones do come equipped with built-in features that help you conserve your charge for longer but, it’s always useful to have additional tips and tricks to help conserve your battery for as long as possible:

1) Disable location-sharing services
You’re unlikely to want to use a maps app or hail a cab online if you’re on a campsite, so this is a sure-fire way to help you save battery.

2) Limit your connectivity
Turn off Bluetooth and turn on airplane mode at times when you know you and your friends are all grouped together and won’t be needing to access the internet. Perhaps turn on airplane mode when you record your favourite artists’ performance, then turn it back off when you want to post the footage and images to social media.

3) Activate STAMINA mode 
Depending on your device and Android version, you’ll have either STAMINA mode or Battery Saver. This reduces battery consumption and increases standby time. STAMINA mode disables background activities and limits your Home screen to your most important apps.

4) Update your apps before you go
New updates come with fixes and features that help keep your apps ticking along… and consuming less battery.

5) Turn off Wi-Fi
If you’re on 4G, don’t send your phone roaming for the nearest Wi-Fi connection.

6) Choose your apps wisely
You probably won’t need a takeaway app while you’re at the festival, and you might want to avoid your health and exercise apps while you’re racking up lots of steps walking between stages. Switch off data usage for the apps you won’t need.

7) Check which apps are costing you battery charge
Go into your settings, tap Battery and then Advanced to see a list of which apps are draining your battery the most. Limit your usage of these apps and your battery life will improve.

8) Lower your screen brightness
In bright sunlight, you might need your screen brightness turned all the way up, but when you’re in your tent it’s a good idea to switch it as low as you can while still being able to read comfortably.

9) Don’t be always-on
It’s tempting to keep up with the news, read your emails, check your social media and watch the latest videos from your favourite YouTube channels… but then are you really at the festival? Switch off your notifications to save battery, checking your apps when you want to rather than when you’re prompted.

 

Tweaking Technologies launches “Clash For Speed” on Android. #Gaming #Apps

Tweaking Technologies is an IT software and solutions company based out of India who specialize in developing utility software and apps, games for all major platforms, viz. Windows, Mac, Android and iOS. They have sent over this game for our readers to check out

Clash for Speed is 3D combat racing game that offers 5 unique 3D- game environments, 8 upgradable battle cars, 15 pre-defined tracks, 20 upgradable tires, 10 original car stickers, 5 on road obstacles and 8 off road traps, 10 types of deadly weapons and more.

One of the best features of this amazing game is that it allows you to build custom 3D track with your finger’s direction. Further, you can earn multiple trophies to explore more features of the game. When you level-up in the game, more features will be unlocked for you. Above all it is free!

Features

– 5 unique 3D – game environments: Green Valley, Floaters, Rocky Roads, Mystic Lava & Sci-Fi Gravity.
– 8 upgradable battle cars: Combat, O’dare, Dustin, Ninja, Brutal, Skull Dragon, Bone Shaker & Battle.
– 10 types of deadly weapons with different levels.
– 5 On-Road Obstacles & 8 Off-Road Traps with amazing upgrades.
– 20 upgradable tires & 10 original car stickers (decals).
– 15 Pre-Defined Tracks with different attacking rate for quick racing.

 

MAGIX releases Music Maker with revolutionary new features. #MAGIX #Software #Tech

The brand-new version of Music Maker is out and includes the most revolutionary feature update since its first release 23 years ago. The software for loop-based music production now includes a professional audio engine, true multicore support and numerous new loops and effects.

Better sound, improved performance

The additional performance boost to Music Maker comes in the form of new multicore support. All CPU cores in a computer can be optimally used, meaning that significantly more instruments and effects can be used simultaneously.

Additionally, a wide range of new plug-ins are also available. The new essentialFX Plug-in Suite offers users a high-quality selection of audio tools for a wide range of tasks. Reverb plug-in VariVerb II and mastering wizard Ozone 8 Elements by iZotope are essentials for any studio setup – and now included in the Premium Edition of Music Maker.

Even more loops and effects

18 brand new Soundpools are also included within the bundle. Users can choose from over 270 Soundpools – from EDM, rock and hip-hop to trap and pop – and combine them with over 60 instruments and effects in Music Maker, so there’s no limits to the creative possibilities.

“Since its release in March 2017, the free version of Music Maker has been used by over 2 million new beat producers. We’re now bringing loop-based production to a whole new level of performance. And the results can be clearly heard. There’s a huge improvement to overall sound and performance, all thanks to the new audio engine. Now, anyone can create their own songs in high quality and in no time at all, even if they don’t have any previous experience.” – Matthias Trautwein, Product Owner for Music Maker.

Highlights of the Music Maker family at a glance:
  • Professional audio engine for true studio sound
  • Multicore support for improved performance
  • Over 330 Soundpools, effects & instruments
  • New high-quality plug-ins: Analog Modelling Suite, Vintage Effects Suite, VariVerb II and Ozone 8 Elements by iZotope
  • Free updates for as long as we continue to develop Music Maker

 

The latest Music Maker Plus Edition and Music Maker Premium Edition contain all the basic program functions as well as large content packages allowing users to freely choose and combine their content. At the outset, Music Maker Premium Edition provides access to 3 Soundpools, 1 Soundpool Collection, 8 instruments, 9 feature packs and 3 preset packs worth up to €699. Users can also purchase additional content via the in-app Music Maker Store.

Prices and availability:

 

✔ Music Maker – free download

✔ Music Maker Plus Edition –£49.99,

✔ Music Maker Premium Edition –£99.99

✔ Music Maker Control Edition –/ £119.99 (Music Maker Premium Edition + USB-keyboard)

✔ Music Maker Performer Edition –/ £139.99 (Music Maker Premium Edition + novation Launchkey Mini)

Meet Able2Extract Professional: The Go-To PDF Conversion Tool #PDF #Tools

Converting PDF documents is nothing out of ordinary these days. Furthermore, there is no shortage of online and desktop PDF conversion tools. Though most casual users go for free online tools, they’re not great for documents containing classified information. On the other hand, desktop solutions often come at a price but are far more versatile and safer to use.

PDF Conversion

Able2Extract can convert PDF files to MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML, CSV, AutoCAD, and other formats. Furthermore, the software is capable of converting scanned PDF documents thanks to the OCR engine. On top of that, Able2Extract comes with a batch conversion functionality which allows you to convert multiple PDFs in one go.

PDF Security

The software allows you to bulletproof your PDF documents before you forward them to desired recipients. Able2Extract is equipped with password protection and file permission security features which allows you to designate who and to what extent will have access to your PDF documents.

PDF Editing

When it comes to PDF editing, Able2Extract performs text and page editing in real time. Furthermore, it allows you to annotate your documents with one of twelve markup options (sticky notes, strikethrough, underline, watermarks), redact whole sentences or paragraphs of classified text and even fill interactive PDF forms. You can actually use it to create PDF forms from scratch as well.

How to Convert PDF to Word with Able2Extract

Able2Extract is renowned for its 3-step conversion process and conversion precision. Once you’ve downloaded the free trial follow the steps below and learn how to convert PDF to Word.

Open the PDF file you want to convert to Microsoft Word.

2) Opt to convert either the entire PDF document via the All option or just an excerpt via the Area option

3) Click on the Word icon at the top toolbar, input the save location and the software will automatically convert PDF to Word.

Once the conversion process is finished, the file will automatically open in MS Word. The whole process is as easy as it gets. Three clicks are all you need to extract PDF content to Word and continue working on it if necessary.

You can convert your PDFs to other formats with the same ease. Able2Extract is best known for its PDF to Excel conversion option since it allows spreadsheet users to adjust and preview their MS Excel output before conversion.

Infographic – Blockchain Technology – What is it and what the future holds. #BitCoin #Cryptocurrency

Blockchain is the buzzword today and many people do no understand what it is and where the term came from. You will of course have heard about bitcoin which is a cryptocurrency and blockchain is the technology used for it. Blockchain is the centralised ledger of all transactions across a peer to peer network. This infographic portrays the vital role of Blockchain Technology with respect to businesses and its essence in the monetary world today. Our friends at fullestop sent us over this useful detailed infographic to let you see what it is all about.

New some new headphones? Urbanista launch 20% off summer sale. #headphones #earphones

Urbanista have just launched a summer sale across their store, We have been reviewing their products some time now and they stand the test of time to date, Urbanista name their products after cities with great colour schemes and design. Check out their sale right now and use the special code SUMMER18 and you also get free shipping worldwide on top of that.

Code valid until Thursday, 12th of July at midnight CEST and can’t be combined with other offers

Shop HERE for their full range.

Esri Ireland maps redevelopment of Castlerock Golf Club. #Golf #Maps #Tourism

Esri Ireland, the market leader in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), today announces the launch of an interactive story map highlighting the €570,000 redevelopment of Castlerock Golf Club, Co. Londonderry. The map was developed by Tourism NI as part of a campaign to promote local golf courses ahead of next year’s Open Championship at Royal Portrush.

Established in 1901, Castlerock Golf Club has hosted a number of National Championships and is today rated as one of the finest links courses on the island of Ireland. The course is set on the Causeway Coastal Route, a well-known Northern Ireland tourist attraction, and is closely located to other championship links courses such as Royal Portrush and Portstewart golf clubs.

Esri Ireland maps redevelopment of Castlerock Golf Club

The recent redevelopment of the course initially started out as a small project to improve and reshape the existing bunkers. However, it gradually evolved into a much larger development encompassing six holes. The redesign of this part of the course was led by established golf course architect Dr Martin Hawtree. Dr Hawtree has been involved with the design of a number of well-known links courses, including Royal Birkdale, Trump Aberdeen, Muirfield and Lahinch.

The story map, created using Esri Ireland’s innovative ArcGIS mapping platform, provides a detailed overview of the course and the renovations undertaken, along with useful information including the location of nearby accommodation, transportation hubs and tourist attractions. An interactive map allows visitors to plan their journey to the golf club and each hole redeveloped is profiled along with photographs of the work carried out.

Esri Ireland maps redevelopment of Castlerock Golf Club

 

Bert MacKay, General Manager, Castlerock Golf Club, said: “With the 148th Open Championship coming to Royal Portrush in 2019, the spotlight has been thrown on the range of breath-taking and exquisite golf courses available to players in Northern Ireland. The redevelopments to our course firmly place it as one of the finest links holes in Northern Ireland and through this innovative story map, developed by Tourism NI, we can clearly show the extent of the renovations and vividly highlight what Castlerock Golf Club offers players.”

Paul Synnott, Director and Country Manager, Esri Ireland, said: “With Esri’s story maps, Castlerock was able to demonstrate to members and visitors exactly what improvements have been made to each of the six redeveloped holes. Meanwhile, Tourism NI has also included key tourism details, with pinpoints to popular attractions like the Old Bushmills Distillery and Giants Causeway, making the map a super-handy resource for both avid golfers and travellers of the world-famous Causeway Costal Route alike.”

Dave Vincent, Chief Digital Officer at Tourism NI, said: “Using Geographic Information Systems to create this interactive story map is one example of how we are leveraging digital technologies to enhance the visitor experience, be it online or on-site at a tourist attraction. Golf tourism is a key priority at Tourism NI, where our vision is to grow its value to £50m per year by 2020. Courses like Castlerock are crucial to our Golf Tourism Strategy, which aims to attract high spending visitors and disperse their spending power throughout the visitor economy.”

To view the story map visit: https://bit.ly/2N2Xtmh