Remember how Microsoft’s DRM/Once-a-day Internet connection on XBox had everyone angry? Well, they’re taking it out. Of course removing it changes some features: Physically purchased games won’t “follow” the player to other machines (digital content will of course). You’ll need … Continue reading
As we migrated to MuseHack, I got to review past series, and by review I mean suddenly discover the insane amount of links I had to check and reconfigure. This got me looking back at my own attempts to Kill … Continue reading
Maker Culture isn’t just the spectacular gadgets we see from Maker Faire, there’s a lot of “quiet” things like crowdfunding city changes and urban engineering. Citzens, Cities, and Makers. I’ve been mildly funding things like Maker-scientists and citizen involvement in … Continue reading
http://www.theverge.com/2013/6/13/4427070/at-the-cable-show-an-industry-fights-cord-cutting-with-technology The politics and alliances are interesting. As a person who cut the cord (more tomorrow), seeing it from the outside is fascinating. – Steve … Continue reading
I don’t always agree with Jaron Lanier, but he has a way of really making you think. In this case he looks at the impacts of the digital economy (more specifically, negative ones), and how to fix them. Jaron Lanier’s … Continue reading
Thanks to Kotaku they have a good roundup of all the console news: What’s up with the PS4. Microsoft’s E3 Summary. I also expect a summary of the Wii U as well. Plus ANOTHER android game console: Meet the Mojo. … Continue reading