Titanfall Screenshoot Comparison : Xbox One Alpha Vs PC - Defference Between High And Low Resolutions Textures

Titanfall Screenshoot Comparison : Xbox One Alpha Vs PC - Defference Between High And Low Resolutions Textures

Titanfall is the most anticipated upcoming Xbox one video game title. Developed by Respawn Entertainment, Titanfall is a first-person online shooter game that will feature giant metal Titans. Titanfall is Microsoft exclusive game and it would be released on March 11,2014 for Microsoft Windows, Xbox One and Xbox 360.

Titanfall was highly praised by gamers and developers when it was first revealed at E3 2013, the game took home with it over 60 E3 awards. Microsoft and Respawn Entertainment reassured the gamers that Titanfall will blur the lines between PC and console graphics, the Xbox One version of the game will look as immersive as PC.

Respawn Entertainment earlier launched the Titanfall alpha testing phase for the Xbox One version of the game. The game’s textures in alpha version were inferior to the one that were shown in trailers by the developer, this topic caused a lot of noise within the Titanfall community and the developer was highly criticized. To elucidate the matter, Respawn Entertainment stated that Titanfall’s texture resolution was packed down in order to reduce the download size of the game so that it could be tested easily.

The matter got chaotic when an industry insider and neoGAF user codenamed Crazy Buttocks On A Train claimed that Respawn Entertainment was hiding the facts and the textures of Titanfall alpha were final for the Xbox One version of the game. To this, Respawn Entertainment responded that their previous statement is true and that would gain nothing by lying on the issue.

To check the real difference between the resolution and textures of alpha and original (PC)  version of Titanfall, Dual Shockers managed the time put up a screenshot comparison of both the versions. The comparison screenshots were taken directly from the alpha gameplay footage of Titanfall (the one that features least compression) and from the “Angel City Demo” Titanfall PC trailer.

Below you can see the Titanfall screenshot comparison between Xbox One alpha and PC version. Screenshots taken from trailer featuring the PC version of the game will be below the Xbox One alpha version of the game. As stated by Dual Shockers, “We tried to portray elements as similar as possible, even when not identical, as of course we did not have direct control of the footage.”

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ASUS unveils the Chromebox - sexy and inexpensive

ASUS unveils the Chromebox - sexy and inexpensive

The home computer landscape is constantly undergoing transformations. For a while, tablets were seen as the future, but Google's Chrome OS and associated Chromebooks threw a wrench into that idea. While tablets are still wildly popular and will continue to be, many people are finding them not ideal for content creation. I love my iPad Air with all my heart but given the option, a Chromebook would be my choice for writing.

However, when I am home, I still prefer my desktop computer. Maybe I am just stuck in my ways, but I like sitting at a desk with a very large monitor. With that said I have longed for a quality Chrome OS desktop. While the Chrome desktop concept, called Chromeboxes, were previously realized by other manufacturers, those models never really rung my bell. Well, ding, ding, today my bell is ringing as Asus announces its new Chromebox and it is sexy.

"Why a box? Because with a box it houses a processor powerful enough for ultrafast multitasking performance in Chrome OS and the connectivity options to choose your own screen size, connect to multiple displays at once and even attach to any VESA-mountable monitor or HD TV. All this starting at only $179, ASUS Chromebox is the always-new computer that just makes sense", says ASUS.
The company further says, "ASUS Chromebox supports up to 4K UHD playback, letting you enjoy the best quality content from the web1. Kick back and relax as you browse the web, watch movies and shows on Netflix, or view photos from your SD card. And with a wide assortment of offline apps, ASUS Chromebox lets you edit documents, play games and use other popular apps without an internet connection".
ASUS touts the following major features:

• 4th gen (Haswell) Intel processors deliver the best performance for Chrome OS
• HDMI and DisplayPort for dual display support and up to 4k playback
• Lightweight, small form design that supports VESA mount
• USB 3.0 ports to easily share data from USB drives and devices
• Dual-band Wireless-N connectivity for streaming HD media and seamless web surfing
• Instant boot up in seconds saves you time
• Chrome OS for a simplified, secure web experience that syncs all your Chrome services instantly and lets you use apps offline

Yes, you've read that right -- this inexpensive Linux-based computer can push 4K resolution. This should make it ideal for consuming 4K content from services like YouTube. Of course, people saving money by purchasing a Chromebox, probably won't be investing in a costly UHD display.

Last week, I proposed that Windows XP users upgrade to Linux. While I stand by that, this Chromebox is another way for XP users to do that. Starting at $179, this is a no-brainer for someone that only needs to surf the web and check email. This is problematic for Microsoft -- the company cannot keep downplaying Chrome OS. Satya Nadella needs to make this a top priority, before it is too late.

Source : BETANEWS

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Chromecast SDK Available

Chromecast SDK Available

Google has announced that the Google Cast Software SDK (Software Development Kit) is available for all developers who want to add Chromecast support in their apps and (web) services. The first apps available on Chromecast came from large companies that had the engineering resources to work on a pre-release API, and that were big enough for Google to justify spending the support effort. Among them were Netflix, Hulu,Pandora, and of course Google’s own YouTube and Google Play – just to name a few.

With a publicly available SDK, scores of other developers will be able to join the party, and users are likely to see a quick jump in the number of available services. How far will this go? That remains to be seen, but this doesn’t look like too much work, and the principle of Chromecast is to leverage existing content, so chances are that we see some really cool apps show up, and hopefully some surprising ones.

If you are not familiar with Chromecast, it is a product that was launched in July 2013. The product itself is a little HDMI key/dongle that is powered via USB, and the dongle can stream and decode content directly from the web. It is controlled over the network by a smart device (phone, tablet, laptop). The concept is pretty awesome because it removes the user interface burden from the dongle and puts it into apps that want to “cast” content to the dongle.

By doing that, Google has created a compelling, always integrated way to send content to the TV. And because Chromecast (official product page) can pull content directly from the web, the “controller” device can be turned off, or leave the room at any time, without interfering with the content on the TV. Another device can take over. Watch the Google Cast SDK overview:

Source : UBERGIZMO

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BDC identifies 5 best game development companies with have excelled in both 2D & 3D game development

BDC identifies 5 best game development companies with have excelled in both 2D & 3D game development

Best development company, the online resource directory of app development companies today announced the 5 best game development companies. Driven by its in-depth research and analysis which highlights tremendous consumer and investor interest in the growth prospects of 2D and 3D games, BDC has evaluated all major game developers in 2D and 3D game development. The 5 best game development companies are Openxcell, Sourcebits, Appstudioz technologies, SocialCubix and Appnotech.

BDC evaluated all listed best game development companies on significant differentiators. The parameters include quality and quantity of developed and published games, Depth of technical expertise in game development, Creative Graphic design execution, QA and Testing, Marketing and promotion, Post release support, Game development infrastructure, Expertise in cross platform compatibility, Specialisation in comic-style 2D art and photorealistic 3D models and approach to game development

“In the evolving mobile gaming system, different audiences have different preferences. While mobile games show a trend of going for hardcore gaming audiences, It will also take advantage of the 2D games. It is a competitive landscape where the best game development companies constantly push the limits of technology for entertainment. BDC has identified these 5 best game development companies that constantly push the envelope to deliver stellar 2D and 3D games to users,” says Mike, co-founder and director of BDC.“ BDC examines each of the best game development companies across crucial differentiators. Based on BDC’s in-depth research and analysis these 5 game development companies have emerged as the best.”

The 5 best game development companies are:

- Openxcell: The New York based app agency is one of the leading and most cost-effective offshore game programming company. Openxcell specialises in game development for smartphones and tablets for iOS and Android. It has demonstrated proven expertise in creating stunning 2D & 3D games development.

- Sourcebits:The San Francisco based design-led engineering company delivers high technical expertise, Creative design and compelling storytelling. They have designed, developed and published certified app store hits at their own internal gaming divisions. Apart from designing games in 2D & 3D for iOS and Android, They have been a part of all major game development trends and technologies on the web too.

- Appstudioz technologies: Great design, Attention to detail and expertise in cutting edge technology in game development has seen the Appstudioz technologies deliver first rate games in 2D & 3D domain. Their cross platform expertise in mobile gaming makes them one of the leading offshore game development companies.

- Social Cubix: Social Cubix develops advanced 2D, 3D and isometric games including large scale multiplayer real time games for iPhone, iPad, Android and Facebook. Their multidisciplinary team of experienced creative developers and designers has ensured Social Cubix has a strong global presence.

- Appnotech: Appnotech, globally recognized for its creativity and excellence in game development has developed games for all leading categories. Their multidisciplinary team of designers is proficient in games development for both 2D & 3D environments and delivers optimum UX.

All of these 5 best game development companies and such other equally competitive game developers converges at bestdevelopmentcompany.com. As the leading online resource directory of best mobile development BDC (Best development company) lists some of the best mobile app development, web development and internet marketing companies. The web based directory thus brings the best development company to the limelight. Moreover, its exclusive sponsorship plans help developers garner greater online presence and thus generate more leads s to interact with customers with verified app requirements.

Source : WhaTech

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Google's Own Laptop: Chromebook 550

Google's Own Laptop: Chromebook 550

It seems like Google wants to try it hands on almost everything. From mobile phone market to cloud storage, this search engine giant has become the most dominating and influencing force in the market ever since it released the android operating system for mobile phones.

A few years back Google announced that it was working on a desktop computer based operating system and they called it chrome, please do not confuse it with the chrome internet browser as these are two different things. For years Google worked to build a web of services to support its operating system. Little did we knew back then that Google will come out with a laptop of its own, yes that’s exactly what we are going to review today i.e. the chrome book.

Google stated that the future of computing is cloud based. According to Google you won’t need expensive and powerful hardware as most of the processing load will be handled by the powerful cloud servers. Chromebook is a step in the same direction. It is a laptop computer that is inexpensive and is meant for people who do most of their work online. Today we are going to review the Google chromebook 550.

Features:

Google joined hands with Samsung to produce Samsung chromebook 550, while Samsung took care of the hardware manufacturing and assembling, Google supervises design and development.

It features a 1.3 GHz Intel processor that has two cores. A dual core processor means faster processing speeds and chrome book doesn’t disappoints on this, the startup time, right from the moment you press the power button to the moment the operating system has completely loaded is just 8 seconds. Now that has to be one of the fastest loading times.

The performance of chrome is attributed not to just its dual core processor but also to its super duper fast hard disk. Chromebook 550 comes installed with a 160GB SSD hard disk. If you folks don’t know what SSD is then let us tell you that it is the fastest drive out there in the market, SSD is an acronym for solid state drive and it has no moving parts what so ever so the chances of it crashing on you are minimal. Another component that contributes in its performance is the RAM, it has a 4GB DDR3 RAM. Let us assure you that DDR3 is the latest technology for RAMs at the moment.

Coming to its display, well we have no complains in this department. Chromebook 550 comes with a 12.1 inch full high definition screen. We watched some high definition content on it and we swear that it produces all those perfect blacks and whites. Every color comes alive on this display.

Pros:

• Really lightweight and thin. It is one of the most comfortable notebooks to use.
• Longer battery life, every component installed in the chromebook is power savvy.
• Inexpensive, you can buy a chrome book at half the price of a laptop.
• Free 100gb cloud storage space from Google.

Cons:

• Low processing power.
• Chrome operating system, since most of the world is well versed on windows; some people might find it difficult to use it.
• Not a full blown power house, even the operating system is minimal.

If you are a professional who does most of his work online then chromebook is the best option for  you but if you are someone looking for a powerful computer to play games on it then this product is not suitable for you.

Adam Raddick is a computer engineer and has been working on chromebook development with Google since the last 3 years. He also writes electronic product reviews that explain how the computing environment will evolve in the near future. 

Source : UltimateProgrammingTutorials

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MultiTouch launches MultiTaction iWall as the ultimate interactive videowall solution

MultiTouch launches MultiTaction iWall as the ultimate interactive videowall solution

Turnkey multi-display wall debuts at ISE 2014 in Amsterdam

MultiTouch Ltd, the world leader in interactive display systems, has announced the launch of MultiTaction® iWall, a 5m x 2.5m turnkey interactive videowall solution comprising 12 x 55” ultra-thin bezel

MultiTaction® displays with 24 megapixel resolution. Making its debut at ISE 2014 in Amsterdam,

MultiTaction® iWall has been designed as the ultimate interactive solution for corporate spaces and other high value locations. Inspiring users to collaborate, communicate and explore, it boasts all the unique features of MultiTaction® technology – including unlimited simultaneous touch, IR pen and object recognition, 200 fps tracking and Enriched Reality™.

At a massive 5 metres wide and 2.5 metres tall with 24 megapixel resolution, MultiTaction® iWall is a stunning, attention-grabbing feature for any high value corporate or public location – with MultiTouch’s proprietary Computer Vision Through Screen technology providing ultra-fast responsiveness to any number of concurrent users.

To make MultiTaction® iWall ready to use straight out of the box, MultiTouch also supplies the MultiTaction® Experience application. A scalable multiuser application designed to present a wide range of rich media content in a playful way, the MultiTaction® Experience app enables developers to build customised interactive applications that will integrate with the MultiTaction® iWall. From idea to final output, the solution allows corporations to create a smarter workplace and provides immense opportunities in concept design, content development and brand integration. Additional functionality such as social media integration is provided through a range of miniapps.

“MultiTaction iWall is the new standard for interactive walls in corporate and public spaces”, explains Hannu Anttila, vice president of business development at MultiTouch. “As a turnkey solution it is easy to specify and deploy, and MultiTaction’s world-leading technology ensures that no other interactive wall comes close.”

Owners of MultiTaction® iWalls can personalise the user experience by utilising MultiTaction® Codice, which creates a truly bi-directional communications channel between the user and MultiTaction iWall content. For example, Codice IDs can be printed on visitor badges or ID cards, allowing for enhanced, fast interaction with the MultiTaction iWall for personalised content and transactions. At the same time, 

MultiTaction® iWall owners can gain valuable analytics on user behaviour.

MultiTouch also offers further development to meet the client’s requirements, while third parties can utilise 

MultiTouch’s free Cornerstone software development kit to develop their own apps.

MultiTaction® iWall comes equipped with an aluminium mounting and cooling structure with side plates and hidden access door, a server-class computer, internal cabling and LAN switch, speaker system, onsite installation & training, Pro Support and MultiTaction® Site Manager for the first year.

MultiTouch is demonstrating MultiTaction® iWall (Hall 11, stand N50) at ISE 2014, 4-6 February, and Digital Signage Expo 2014 (booth 1130), February 12-13.

Source : MultiTouch

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iWatch Worth $17.5 Billion in First Year Sales For Apple, Morgan Stanley Says

iWatch Worth $17.5 Billion in First Year Sales For Apple, Morgan Stanley Says

Apple’s iWatch isn’t even official yet, but Wall Street is already predicting what sales of such a device could mean for Apple’s balance sheet if it does launch sometime soon. A new analyst note from Morgan Stanley’s Katy Huberty suggests that Apple stands to earn $17.5 billion in iWatch sales from the first year it’s on the market. That’s incredibly bullish. To put it in perspective, the iPad earned Apple $12 billion the first year it was on the market, Apple Insider said. Huberty thinks that existing iOS users will flock to the device, however.

Of course, the selling price of such a product is key in these metrics, and Huberty suggests that Apple will sell the iWatch for about $299 on average (different models could mean different price points). That may be too expensive for some new entrants to the smartphone space, and it’s on a par with what Samsung charges for the Galaxy Gear. There are cheaper options Apple will fight against. The Pebble will set you back $149 on the low end, while the new Pebble Steel costs $249.

Apple CEO Tim Cook said his company will enter new markets this year. A new connected Apple TV with a focus on apps and gaming may be one route, while the iWatch could be another. Huberty doesn’t suggest what kind of margins Apple will earn on the iWatch  - rumors of wireless charging, flexible displays and even the use of sapphire could boost the cost of building the new wearable.

Source : APPLEINSIDER

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Samsung's Galaxy Note Pro & Tab Pro Tablets Coming On February 13th, Starting At $400

Samsung's Galaxy Note Pro & Tab Pro Tablets Coming On February 13th, Starting At $400

During CES, Samsung unveiled their new PRO line of Galaxy tablets and now we know when you can actually go pick one up.  Ranging in sizes from 8.4inch to 12.2inches, the new Pro line offers more RAM, more powerful CPUs as the Note Pros come equipped w/ the S Pen.  As you can see in the image above, its sporting the new Magazine UX last seen on the Note 10.1 2014 Edition tablet and is set to be the inspiration behind the new TouchWiz coming on Galaxy flagship devices later this year.

The pricing breakdown goes like this:

• 8.4inch 16GB Tab Pro starts at $400
• 10.1inch 16GB Tab Pro for $500
• 12.2inch 32GB Tab Pro for $650
• 12.2inch 32GB Note Pro for $750
• 12.2inch 64GB Note Pro for $850

As an added bonus, all Pro tablets come with 50GB Dropbox space for 2 years, a $25 Google Play credit, 3-months of Hulu Plus, 1-year of Gogo inflight internet access (up to 36 flights) and 1-year subscription with Bloomberg Businessweek.  The new Pro tablets can be pre-ordered now from various retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, Fry's, Newegg, PC Richard & Sons, Tiger Direct, Walmart, and Samsung's site.

The pricing above is all for the Wi-Fi only versions of the Pro line as you can expect the LTE version of the 12.2inch Note Pro on Verizon later this quarter.  

Source : www.techguysmartbuy.com

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Samsung Galaxy S5 to Launch on 24th Feb

It's here. Finally. The date the world eagerly awaits is finally here. Samsung is all set for the launch of the next Galaxy S sflagship phone and event invites have already begun rolling out. Samsung Galaxy S5, was slated to release at MWC 2014 and looks like Samsung is staying true to rumours.

The invite for Samsung Unpacked gives more than a hint at the launch of the S5 with the number 5 making itself stand-out in the invite. That the launch is regarding Samsung Galaxy S5 is clear enough. While last year Samsung skipped MWC and chose to instead launch Samsung Galaxy S4 at Times Square in March.  This year, looks like Samsung is all set to grab the limelight at MWC and steal the show.

Samsung Galaxy S5 will launch on 24th February and there's definitely more than enough excitement in the air. Also, the accompanying words, Episode 1 on the launch invite hint at multiple launches in the coming days. We all remember the grand way in which Samsung launched the S4 across continents. We wonder what the company will not do to match the excitement.

Samsung Galaxy S5 is rumoured to come with a 2K display and a completely re-designed look. Metal hints have been dropped earlier though none of the image links verify the fact. Additionally, the phone is also said to come with not just an Iris tracker but a head-movement tracker. Also, with news of Samsung having developed the first ever 4GB RAM for smartphones, perhaps Samsung Galaxy S5 will be a mini-computer in our hands. However, previous year's trends indicate that Samsung might choose to launch the Note 4 with the 4 GB RAM instead of the S5 or the F line. The processor might be an octa-core or 64 bit processor though all leaks point towards the latter.

With just a couple of weeks to go, we are sure the wait is getting excruciating. And the speed at which rumour mills churn, we hope to see the near-complete specifications soon enough. Feb 24th, you're just too far!

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The Wolf Among Us Episode 2 Present Next Week

The Wolf Among Us Episode 2 Present Next Week

Epsiode 2 of the series The Wolf Among Us, entitled Smoke and Mirrors will be released next week.

Based on tweets from Telltale Games, Smoke and Mirrors will be available on Windows PC, Mac, Playstation 3 and North America on the 4th of February. For Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 Europe will be present on February 5.

In this second episode, you'll meet a character from a fairy tale of your childhood, Jack of the fairy tale "Jack and the Beanstalk." Of course his character this time is described according to one of the comic book series Fables, Jack of Fables.

According to information received from Polygon from Telltale, the iOS version of the Smoke and Mirrors will be available in the App Store on Wednesday or Thursday next week. Other additional information stating that there is no release date for the PS Vita.

Source : Polygon

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iPhone 5S dan 5C

Two variants of the smartphone once launched by Apple in an event held at Apple Campus, Cupertino, California on Wednesday night (09/11/2013).

The mobile phone is the iPhone 5S and 5C iPhone. iPhone 5S staying as premium smart phones equipped with the latest hardware and features.

While the iPhone 5C, which was referred to as a cheap iPhone, carrying almost the same hardware as the iPhone 5. What distinguishes it is its shell coating, iPhone polikabornat 5C uses a plastic material with a choice of four colors

Specifications iPhone 5S: 

Processor                  : Apple A7 (64-bit), motion coprocessor M7
Dimensions                : 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm
Weights                     : 112 grams
Display                      : 4-inch IPS LCD Retina Display, 640 x 1136 pixels
Density                      : 326 ppi
Camera                     : 8MP (rear), Dual LED, F/2.2, 1.2 MP (front)
Record video            : 1080p HD (30 fps), 720p HD (120 fps)
Network                   : LTE, dual-band 802.11n WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0
OS                           : iOS 7
SIM card                 : the nano-SIM
Capacity                  : 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
Features                 : iSight Camera, True Tone flash, fingerprint sensor
Color                      : black, silver, and gold

5C iPhone Specifications:

Processor                       : Apple A6 (dual core)
Dimensions                     : 124.4 x 59.2 x 8.97 mm
Weights                          : 132 grams
Display                           : 4-inch IPS LCD Retina Display, 640 x 1136 pixels
Density                           : 326 ppi
Camera                          : 8MP (rear), LED, F/2.4, 1.2 MP (front)
Record video                  : 1080p HD (30 fps)
Network                        : LTE, WiFi 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.0
OS                                 : iOS 7
SIM card                       : the nano-SIM
Capacity                        : 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
Color                             : green, white, blue, pink, yellow

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