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Playdate: Quirky Yellow Handheld
What is small, yellow, square with a black and white screen and a mechanical crank on the side? A Playdate, of course. Developed by Panic and Swedish industrial design firm Teenage Engineering, the Playdate handheld retro game console was first featured in Edge magazine in May 2019, but enthusiasts had to wait nearly three…
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Next Fest: Steam’s Multi-Day Celebration of Upcoming Games
For nearly half of a century, video games have skyrocketed in popularity. We’ve witnessed a rather insane evolution of video games in their scope, popularity, and ambition. Steam, a popular marketplace for gamers, has grown to be one of the most valuable ways for eager gamers to find, demo, and buy video games digitally.…
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Controller vs. Mouse and Keyboard: Which is Best for Gaming?
On personal computers, and increasingly on gaming consoles, you have the choice of using a controller or using a mouse and keyboard to play your games. Gamers often have strong feelings about which option is superior, but what is the real answer? Controller vs. gaming mouse and keyboard The debate over controller versus…
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Unlocking the Mysteries of Amnesia: The Bunker
In December 2022, Frictional Games announced the fourth installment in the Amnesia series, called Amnesia: The Bunker. Like previous games in the series, Bunker is a survival horror game about a character dealing with amnesia. However, Frictional is changing the series’ formula this time round. Bunker is set in a semi-open…
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Top 10 European Cities for Digital Nomads
Digital nomads travel to different countries with a suitcase and a laptop, working remotely from anywhere with a decent internet connection. They may be self-employed or work remotely for a company. Digital nomads have a flexible schedule and spend their time working from coffee shops, hotels, or coworking spaces. Remote…
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Managing a Hybrid Workforce From an IT Perspective
The pandemic has swiftly revolutionized the way we work; whether we like it or not, hybrid work is here to stay. Numbers illustrate this trend perfectly well: a study by the global management consulting company McKinsey found that a significant 78% of employers now work in hybrid remote formats. Furthermore, employees are…
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How to Power Up Employees and Productivity for SMB Owners
As the world looks towards improving mental health at work, more and more small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are finding ways to boost employee happiness. Just as happy customers are loyal, happy employees are more productive in their daily tasks. A recent study by the University of Warwick shows that treating workers to…
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Cybersecurity for SMB: Fortifying Your Digital Perimeters
The Covid-19 pandemic thrust employees around the world into working from home. According to the 2021 American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau, the number of people working from home tripled from 5.7% to 17.9% between 2019 and 2021. Suddenly, people from all walks of life had access to company information and…
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Top 10 Cities in Latin America for Digital Nomads [2023]
Are you a digital nomad, a freelancer who embraces technology to work from anywhere in the world? Do you crave a change of scenery while maintaining your productivity? Latin America might be your perfect destination with its vibrant culture, sun-soaked landscapes, and countless adventures. If the idea of working while…
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Portable Monitor’s Buyer’s Guide [2023]
Working remotely or on the go has skyrocketed, and having the flexibility to set up your workspace anywhere is essential. While external monitors are a staple in office environments, there's a compelling alternative: portable monitors. These sleek, lightweight screens provide valuable extra-screen real estate, allowing you…
