Victoria Scott/SlashGear I have only been an auto writer for three years, and I already have the ability to reminisce about the "good ol' days". Why, when I started all those years ago, we still had copious options of the classic American staple, the sedan. Alas, it wasn't meant to last. In 2021 alone, I watched as the Ford Fusion, Chevy Impala, Jaguar XE, Lexus GS, Lincoln Continental, Lincoln MKZ, Cadillac CT6, and Acura RLX all bit the dust—almost entirely without any succe ...read more

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. In a bit of a surprise move, although it was teased in the week or so prior to day, OnePlus announced the OnePlus Pad, its first entry into the tablet market. While the launch details are limited, I can at least tell you everything else I know about this noteworthy big-screened Android device. The OnePlus Pad in Halo Green and is encased in a unified metal body with bezels that measure only 6.5 ...read more

Isaac French built his "tiny hotel" — a short-term-rental listing of seven tiny houses — in 2021.  The business has brought in $860,000 in bookings since opening in January 2022. French shares how he grew direct bookings and the property's social media to find early success. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Isaac French, th ...read more

Blizzard has released details of the third Overwatch 2 season, which includes a dating sim to celebrate Valentine's Day. Loverwatch, as it's called, is a thirty minute non-canon text-based dating sim that allows players to date either Mercy or Genji, assisted by Cupid (Hanzo). A secret ending rewards players with a themed POTG Highlight. Launching on 13th February, it will be available via web client only until 28th February. Season 3 Trailer | Overwatch 2 From the 14th Fe ...read more

FTX's new CEO John J. Ray III charged the crypto exchange $690,000 last year. Ray is a long-time Wall Street restructuring exec who oversaw Enron's bankruptcy process.  Ray said in a congressional testimony that FTX was running an "old-fashioned embezzlement." Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. FTX's new CEO John J. Ray III charged the failed crypto exchange $690,000 for j ...read more

Traverse the world in less than 12 parsecs. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor will have fast travel, unlike its predecessor. In the next issue of Play Magazine (releasing tomorrow, 7th February), the game's director Stig Asmussen has given further details on traversal in the game (thanks Games Radar). It will include both a fast travel system and rideable creatures, to ensure players can explore to the full. Star Wars Jedi: Survivor - Official Reveal Trailer "We will feature both ...read more

Red Hook Games/Twitter If you're a hardcore fan of roguelike games, you've no doubt heard of "Darkest Dungeon." This turn-based RPG puts you in charge of an ever-growing band of weary wayfarers who've stumbled upon your abbey for one reason or another, each with their own unique strengths and drawbacks. Some could be outlaws with no remaining willing participants in their madness, or perhaps they're lost souls estranged from family and friends who are looking for a quirky group ...read more

As God of War Ragnarök now stands at 11m copies. Sony seems to be finally solving its PlayStation 5 stock issues, following a bumper Christmas sales period that saw the PS5 record its best quarter to date. 7.1m PlayStation 5 consoles were sold in the three months ending 31st December 2022, up 83 percent on Christmas 2021. Overall, Sony has now shipped 32m PS5 consoles worldwide. Looking ahead, Sony seems confident it can continue to keep PS5 in stock, too. The company has now ...read more

Tim February 6, 2023 We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Google’s latest security patch is now rolling out and included inside is a few noteworthy bug fixes and improvements. It’s not a huge list, but hey, it’s something. For the month of February, Google lists four things, all of which you can view below. If you’re wondering why the list is so bare, it’s likely because we have a quarterly update right around th ...read more

Shares of Google parent Alphabet were volatile Monday as the artificial intelligence race heats up.  CEO Sundar Pichai announced the launch of AI chatbot "Bard" on the company's blog.  Minutes later, Microsoft teased an event Tuesday that's expected to involve ChatGPT parent OpenAI. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Shares of Google parent Alphabet were volatile Monday a ...read more