Author: Kevin Bruce Francisco

PlayStation Now lets you play PS4 titles on PC

Kevin Bruce Francisco

If there is one thing PC gamers are somewhat jealous of console players, it’s having PlayStation-exclusive titles like Last of Us and Uncharted. Thankfully, Sony is bringing these games to PC for everyone to enjoy with the new PlayStation Now.

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This will bring a wide selection of PlayStation exclusive titles to Windows PC for the very first time, including entries in the Uncharted, God of War, and Ratchet & Clank franchises, as well as beloved PS3 games like The Last of Us and Journey. Current subscribers have a new way to access PS Now’s library of over 400 games, and the PC app provides a new way for even more gamers to discover and play the service.

If you plan on getting your hands on this, your PC must meet the following system requirements:

  •  Windows 7 (SP1), 8.1 or 10
  • 3.5 GHz Intel Core i3 or 3.8 GHz AMD A10 or faster
  • 300 MB or more; 2 GB or more of RAM
  • Sound card; USB port
  • Minimum 5Mbps internet connection

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As far as controllers are concerned, Sony also announced its new $25 DualShock 4 USB Wireless Adapter that lets you use your DualShock 4 controllers to PCs and Macs.

According to the PlayStation blog, the app “launches overseas in parts of Europe soon and will come to North America shortly thereafter.” We’re still waiting on the announcement of availability in other countries — Philippines most especially.

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HP intros Sure View, aims to keep prying eyes away

Kevin Bruce Francisco

It happens to most of us. We see someone at a cafe working on a laptop and we couldn’t help but glance on what that person is doing or browsing. Although we really don’t mean to pry, it’s just something we tend to do once in a while.

This is what HP aims to avoid. With their Sure View screens, only the user could see what’s on the display for better privacy and security reasons.

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The Sure View feature is currently being offered on the HP EliteBook 1040 and EliteBook 840. It only requires a push of a button (F2 on the keyboard) and the screen will switch from wide-angle mode to private mode.

It’s explained by the source as the off-axis visibility on the device is kept on the down low while the on-axis visibility just drops a little. The result, as we’ve mentioned, is to avoid other people from snooping in on the email you’re typing.

3M contributed in making this a possibility by embedding the Sure View filter into the screen itself. By doing so, the display is a lot dimmer when viewed from the sides. This is indeed pretty useful, although it’s still just available with TN style screens.

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This is indeed pretty useful, although it’s still just available with twisted nematic (TN) style screens. These, in general, are used in cheaper laptops since higher-end models employ in-plane switching (IPS) displays with good viewing angles.

HP says that they’re working on bringing this privacy feature to IPS displays as well in the near future.

What do you think of this technology? Would it make you consider getting those laptops for better privacy in public?

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BenQ launches GS1 portable projector

Kevin Bruce Francisco

For those who want to take the fun outside, BenQ’s GS1 palm-sized LED projector offers ultra portability that you can carry and use in an instant.

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Being a plug-and-play device, the GS1 has a claimed 3-second power-up capability so you can just sit back and relax during camping trips and the like. It has built-in USB ports for connectivity or users could also opt for going wireless using a smartphone’s content sharing feature.

Other features of this portable projector include:

  • Rubberized/drop-proof case (IPX1 splash-proof/60cm height)
  • Auto keystone
  • Memory settings
  • Intuitive UI
  • 13.9 x 14.6cm (dimensions)
  • 1kg (weight)
  • 3-hour battery life (removable battery)

Local pricing and availability are still undisclosed. Meanwhile, would you be interested in getting one of these?

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BenQ launches GS1 portable projector

Kevin Bruce Francisco

For those who want to take the fun outside, BenQ’s GS1 palm-sized LED projector offers ultra portability that you can carry and use in an instant.

BenQ-GS1

Being a plug-and-play device, the GS1 has a claimed 3-second power-up capability so you can just sit back and relax during camping trips and the like. It has built-in USB ports for connectivity or users could also opt for going wireless using a smartphone’s content sharing feature.

Other features of this portable projector include:

  • Rubberized/drop-proof case (IPX1 splash-proof/60cm height)
  • Auto keystone
  • Memory settings
  • Intuitive UI
  • 13.9 x 14.6cm (dimensions)
  • 1kg (weight)
  • 3-hour battery life (removable battery)

Local pricing and availability are still undisclosed. Meanwhile, would you be interested in getting one of these?

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Huawei teases new sub-brand for upcoming IFA event

Kevin Bruce Francisco

IFA is set to happen this first week of September and in line with that, Huawei just sent out teasers of what could be an introduction to a new sub-brand just like the Honor line of smartphones.

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The teaser aims to “Defy Expectations” and it will happen on September 1, 2016. Nothing much was disclosed but a report from PhoneArena stated that during an interview with Kevin Ho, President of Handset Product Line, he mentioned that a new sub-brand will be introduced by Huawei at IFA.

The report then added that this new direction will be offering mid-range handsets for its target consumers.

Will Huawei indeed defy expectations like what they did with the release of the P9? September 1 is almost a week away and we’ll soon find out. Until then, keep it locked here as we wait for more details.

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