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Still hard to digest what we saw « Chernobyl », the heartbreaking HBO series that quickly became a TV phenomenon and became one of the 100 highest rated series in history by IMDb users. It is therefore normal that after such an impact, certain more specific subjects linked to the history of this accident were studied.
One of them is « Joker », a German robot that was used by police for tactical tasks, such as defusing bombs, and that was sent to the Chernobyl nuclear power plant to help clean up radioactive material. Something that in the end didn’t work out the way everyone expected.
Robots were the first choice
In episode four of “Chernobyl” we saw cleanup efforts begin in the area after the explosion of reactor number four. The idea was to use robots for these tasks and avoid, as far as possible, human intervention. However, hopes soon faded.
After the reactor exploded, large amounts of debris, including pieces of radioactive graphite, filled the roofs of the facility. Because graphite was originally used to moderate the reaction, Soviet officials believed that throw graphite into the exposed reactor core It could be a quick fix to contain it.
Making this idea a reality was not easy, because who could clean up the radioactive graphite and throw it into the reactor? Workers with special equipment, called « biorobots », could only expose themselves for a maximum of 90 seconds to this material, and even then it was extremely dangerous. The solution? Use Soviet space technology.
This is how they decided to send “Lunokhod” (Lunojod program), lunar rovers that were part of the Soviet space program. West Germany discovered it and offered to lend them « Joker », their famous police robot that can be controlled remotely and they thought it would be ideal for cleaning tasks.
The bad news is that it didn’t go as planned, as « Joker » was dispatched to clean up the most radioactive part of the roof, where he soon died. At first it was thought to be stuck in the rubble and they sent men to take it apart, but when they got to the place they found it was fried.
The alleged lie as a desperate measure
It is not clear exactly how the Germans offered to lend their expensive robot, but according to Telecon’s documentary « On the Roof of Chernobyl », the reasons the Russians decided to lie to the Germans because they were desperate and they wanted to try everything.
The Germans reportedly sent « Joker » believing it would withstand the radiation levels, as the Soviets told them the roof was contaminated with 2000 roentgens, when in fact, the ceiling radiated more than 12,000 roentgens. This caused the immediate death of the robot.
Craig Mazin, co-creator of the series, explained it like this:
“The Soviets – and this is mind-boggling to me – refused to accept the gravity of the situation. Even then, months after the world knew what was going on at Chernobyl and how dire the situation was, even then They refused to tell the West Germans how much radiation was in that roof. It was 600% or 700% more than he could take. And what amazes me is that the Soviet power system thought it was good. Why not « Come on, that’s the same kind of attitude that caused the Chernobyl thing in the first place. «
What happened to « Joker »?
After « Joker » died, the Lunokhod was used to clean the lower roof structure of radioactive debris and build the sarcophagus. The radiation on the lower roofs was not that high, so the soviet lunar rover was able to accomplish its task. However, up to the highest ceiling, where « Joker » was supposed to clean up, they ended up sending people out at 90-second intervals.
The rovers reportedly failed in the end despite being overhauled to withstand higher radiation levels. The Soviets knew what the actual radiation levels were and tried to prepare the rovers as best they could. However, the « biorobots » are those who have finished cleaning the roofs.
This image, the origin of which is unknown, supposedly corresponds to the Joker abandoned in a dump in the exclusion zone. The robot would remain extremely radioactive to this day. Apparently what’s in the background on the left is a Lunokhod.
Motorola Edge 20 (Pro) Now For Sale In The Netherlands
Motorola introduced the new Edge 20, Edge 20 Pro and Edge 20 Lite last month. The new smartphones have high-end specifications, including a 144Hz screen and a 108MP camera. The Motorola Edge 20 and the Edge 20 Pro are now also available in the Netherlands.
The regular Motorola Edge 20 has a suggested retail price of 499 euros in our country. The smartphone has a 6.7-inch OLED screen with a resolution of 2400 by 1080 pixels and a fast refresh rate of 144Hz. Internally we find a Snapdragon 778G processor, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage space and a 4000 mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging. The rear camera has a 108MP main lens, a 16MP wide-angle lens and an 8MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom.
The more expensive Motorola Edge 20 Pro has a suggested retail price of 699 euros. The smartphone has the same 144Hz screen and looks the same on the outside. We do see an upgrade inside. The Edge 20 Pro has a Snapdragon 870 processor, 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage space and a 4500 mAh battery. In addition, the Pro version has a better zoom lens that can optically zoom in up to 5x.
Both smartphones run on Android 11 and will be updated to Android 12 and 13. You can buy the Motorola Edge 20 (Pro) separately or in combination with a subscription.
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Motorola Edge 20 (Pro) review: Smartphones are more than just looks
We have recently tested the Motorola Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro extensively. The new Motos look very nice, but how do the smartphones score in terms of hardware and camera, for example? Time for the review.
Read the Motorola Edge 20 (Pro) review
A while ago, the Motorola Edge 20 smartphones were announced. We have already discussed the cheaper Edge 20 Lite in an extensive review and now it is time for the Edge 20 and Edge Pro. These smartphones are better in almost every respect and especially a bit more luxurious. Motorola, for example, has spent a lot of time on the design.
The Edge 20 (499 euros) and Edge 20 Pro (699 euros) are aimed at the upper middle segment and are also a lot more expensive than the devices that Motorola usually releases. The company must come from a good background to stand out. Fortunately, there are a number of features that catch the eye, such as the design, screen and cameras. In this review we will discuss everything with you.
Thin and sleek design
We start with the design of the new Motorola’s. The smartphones have a sleek design and a relatively thin casing. The Edge 20 in particular stands out: this device is only 7 millimeters thick. Nevertheless, it is sturdy and we like the dark gray color of the Edge 20.
The thin casing is in itself a great achievement by Motorola, but the phone does feel a bit cheap. This is mainly due to the plastic back and the fact that the Edge 20 does not weigh that much (163 grams). The Edge 20 Pro is heavier and has a glass back, which makes it feel more luxurious.
The Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro do not have official IP certification, but according to Motorola they can withstand a splash of water. These are not smartphones that you can operate with one hand. The screen is too large for that and the housing is fairly wide. So keep that in mind if you have smaller hands.
Screen and internal hardware
One of the nicest features of the Motorola Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro is the screen. Both devices have a 6.7-inch OLED display, which makes colors look very nice and blacks are deep. Also nice: the refresh rate is very high at 144Hz, even higher than the 90 and 120Hz displays that we normally see on Android smartphones.
Images and animations are therefore very smooth, although the difference with 120Hz is small. It is also possible to adjust the refresh rate, where you can choose from 60, 144Hz and Auto. With the latter, the refresh rate adjusts based on what is happening on the screen, but up to a maximum of 120Hz. However, this works fine.
There is hardly anything to criticize about the performance of the Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro. The Edge has a Snapdragon 778G processor, the Edge 20 Pro a Snapdragon 870 chip – both with 5G support. The phones run all apps and games without any problems and are nice and fast. The Edge 20 Pro also has no less than 12GB of RAM, compared to 8GB for the normal 20.
The fingerprint scanner is located on the side of the devices, in the on/off button. This is a nice position and the scanner is fast and accurate. Also present is a physical button to call up the Google Assistant, but it is located too high in the housing and is therefore difficult to reach. Plus, there are faster ways to summon the smart sidekick.
Better update policy could be even better
The Motorola Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro both run an almost bare version of Android 11. Motorola uses stock Android and puts its MyUX shell on top. This adds a number of options – mainly to adjust the appearance of Android – but otherwise the software resembles that of Google Pixels, for example.
A very important improvement is that Motorola has addressed its update policy. While many of the company’s smartphones can only count on one major Android version update and two years of security patches, the Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro are updated much more often.
The company promises that the Edge phones will get two major Android upgrades (to Android 12 and 13) and three years of monthly security patches. These will not only appear longer, but also more often because Motorola previously opted for one update per quarter. All in all, this is a big step forward, although there are still manufacturers who do better when it comes to updates.
Cameras: just zoom
When it comes to cameras, we see a number of striking choices from Motorola, especially with the Edge 20 Pro. This smartphone has a periscopic zoom lens, with which you can optically zoom in up to 5x. In other words: zoom in without loss of quality. The Pro is the first (and so far only) Motorola phone to have this feature. The regular Edge 20 also has a normal telephoto lens, which goes up to 3x optical zoom.
In addition, both smartphones have a 108 megapixel main camera and 16 megapixel wide-angle lens. You can also use the latter for macro photos and because the resolution is high, the snapshots look great. This is different with many Android phones: they have a separate macro camera of 2 or 5 megapixels, but the photos that come out of this are virtually unusable.
The camera performance of the Motorola Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro is okay. The devices take beautiful photos, and they look best when there is a lot of daylight. This especially applies to the (periscopic) zoom lens, because it has a more difficult time in the dark. In poorer lighting conditions, the 108 megapixel main camera does well, partly thanks to the night mode.
5x optical zoom
The special zoom lens of the Motorola Edge 20 Pro is a nice feature, but in our opinion not a reason to choose the smartphone. Zoomed photos generally look fine, but regularly lack sharpness and certainly do not match the pictures produced by, for example, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. This phone, on the other hand, is a lot more expensive.
We can be brief about the 16 megapixel wide-angle lens: it does its job well. Zoomed out photos look neat, although you can see a difference in detail compared to the snapshots that the main camera takes – but that is often the case. The 32 megapixel selfie camera takes sharp self-portraits and is therefore suitable.
Battery life and fast charging
The Motorola Edge 20 has a 4000 mAh battery, while the Edge 20 Pro has to make do with a 4500 mAh battery. In 2021, this is below average and the battery of the regular Edge 20 in particular is quite limited. The endurance of the smartphone is not great, but it is enough to get through the day.
The Edge 20 Pro has a better battery life and will last two days if you take it very slowly. However, most people will have to charge the device after a day and a half. Charging takes place at 30 Watts, which is nice, but not super fast. Devices such as the OnePlus 9 (Pro), Nord 2 and Xiaomi 11T, for example, do this with 60 Watts or more.
Despite this, Motorola phones don’t take that long to charge. The regular Edge 20 is completely full after an hour of power due to the smaller battery. The Edge 20 Pro takes a little longer, but that makes sense given the larger battery. It is a pity that wireless charging is missing, even on the Edge 20 Pro, which costs 699 euros.
Conclusion Motorola Edge 20 (Pro) review
We are quite positive about the Motorola Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro. The Edge 20 in particular is a good deal: for the 450 euros you pay, you get an excellent screen, good performance, a sleek design and excellent cameras. Combine this with Motorola’s improved update policy, and you have a nice Android phone.
The Edge 20 Pro is a lot more expensive and is therefore more difficult to recommend. Also because the periscopic zoom lens does not add much, it is not much faster than its cheaper brother and we also see devices in this price segment that, for example, charge more quickly and receive more updates. Nevertheless, the Edge 20 phones are great options if you are looking for a fast and full-featured Android smartphone.
Buy Motorola Edge 20 or Edge 20 Pro
Have you become enthusiastic after reading this review and do you want to get the Motorola Edge 20 or Edge 20 Pro? The devices have a suggested retail price of 499 and 699 euros respectively, but have now dropped slightly in price. In the price comparators below we list the best deals for you.
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Motorola Edge 20 and 20 Lite Receive April Security Update
Users of the Motorola Edge 20 series have had a good week. For example, Edge 20 users recently received an update to Android 12 and can now download the April security patch.
The April security patch has now been rolled out to a number of smartphones, including the Motorola Edge 20 and the Motorola Edge 20 Lite. It is notable that the update is not yet available for the Motorola Edge 20 Pro. This device still has to make do with the January security patch.
Last week, the Motorola Edge 20 also received an update to Android 12. This update brings a lot of new features. The Edge 20 Lite and the Edge 20 Pro have not yet received the Android 12 update.
You will receive a notification as soon as the April security patch is ready for your device.
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Motorola Edge 20 and 20 Lite Receive May Security Update
Motorola is currently rolling out a new update to the Motorola Edge 20 and the Edge 20 Lite. The update installs the latest security patch. The May 2022 patch closes several dozen vulnerabilities in the operating system.
Google releases a new security patch every month. These patches close vulnerabilities in the Android operating system to prevent malicious people or applications from taking advantage of these vulnerabilities. The May patch is now arriving on the Motorola Edge 20 and the Edge 20 Lite.
The latest update is 62.5MB in size and, apart from the security improvements, does not bring any new features or changes. The update is rolling out in phases, so it may take a few days for the update to reach all users. You will receive a notification as soon as the update is ready for your device or you can manually check for updates via the settings on your smartphone.
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Motorola Edge 20 and Edge 20 Lite Received Latest Security Patch
Motorola is currently rolling out a new update to the Motorola Edge 20 and the Edge 20 Lite. The update installs the February 2023 security patch, which closes several dozen vulnerabilities in the operating system.
If you have the Edge 20 or Edge 20 Lite, we recommend checking whether a new update is available for your device. The latest update updates the security patch to that of February 2023, making the smartphone completely up to date in terms of security.
The update is less than 30MB in size and does not bring any other changes besides the security patch. The smartphone still runs on Android 12 after the update. It is unclear when Motorola will roll out the Android 13 update.
You will receive a notification as soon as you can download the new security update. If you have not yet received a notification, you can manually check for updates via the settings on your smartphone.
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If you use a Motorola Edge 20 or Moto G82, you can now download a new security update. The Edge 20 gets the very latest security patch, while users of the Moto G82 can install last month’s security patch.
The update for the Motorola Edge 20 is approximately 70MB in size and updates the security patch to that of November 2023. This means that the security of the smartphone is completely up to date again. The update for the Moto G82 also updates the security patch, but in this case it concerns the patch from October 2023. This means that the security of the Moto G82 is a month behind.
The updates do not bring any new features and both smartphones continue to run on Android 13. Updates are rolling out in phases, so it may take a few days before the update is available to everyone.
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Motorola Edge 20 Lite and Razr 5G Receive Android 12 update
Motorola has started rolling out Android 12 for the Motorola Edge 20 Lite and the foldable Motorola Razr 5G. The update brings several new features and installs a new security patch.
It took long enough, but the Android 12 update is now ready to download on the Motorola Edge 20 Lite and the Razr 5G. The update contains a number of new features and improvements, such as more privacy options, new notifications and an improved media player. Android 12 also brings the Material You design, where the colors of the interface adapt to the chosen background. In addition, the update updates the security patch to that of August 2022.
The Android 12 update is rolling out gradually, so it may take a few days for the update to reach everyone. If you have not yet received a notification, you can manually check for updates via the settings on your smartphone.
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Motorola Edge 20 Lite has dropped significantly in price: these are the best deals
This is what you need to know about the Motorola Edge 20 Lite
At the end of July 2021, Motorola’s Edge 20 series was presented, consisting of three models. The entry-level product is the Motorola Edge 20 Lite, a device with a suggested retail price of 349 euros, which has now been on the market for a while. Fortunately, this means that the price has dropped considerably. At the time of writing, a separate Edge 20 Lite is for sale for 279 euros at Paradigit.
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The Edge 20 Lite has a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen, which displays colors beautifully and refreshes up to 90 times per second for a smooth experience. The battery has a capacity of 5000 mAh and charging takes place at a maximum of 30 Watts. Under the hood you will find a MediaTek chip and 8GB of RAM, so multitasking is no problem.
In a hole in the screen you will find the front camera and three more lenses are placed on the back. The main camera has a resolution of 108 megapixels, while you can take photos at a wider angle with the wide-angle lens. You can take pictures easily and quickly with the macro camera, but it does have a low resolution of 2 megapixels.
Motorola Edge 20 Lite deals from providers – save up to 87 euros
Not interested in the Edge 20 Lite as a separate device, but looking for the combination with a subscription? You can contact various well-known providers directly for this. What you must pay attention to is that the content of the subscription, and therefore its price, does not affect the device costs that you still pay. So it is especially worthwhile to look at smaller subscriptions.
In combination with a subscription with KPN, the savings are greatest, because then you still pay 192 euros for the device. If you choose T-Mobile, that amount is 240 euros, so you can still easily save 39 euros.
Save 87 euros on the Motorola Edge 20 Lite at KPN (up to 10 euro discount per month with unlimited subscriptions)
Save 39 euros on the Motorola Edge 20 Lite at T-Mobile (up to 10 euro discount per month)
Motorola Edge 20 Lite at web shops – save up to 183 euros
We are and will remain Dutch and are always looking for even more discounts. If that is still the case, check out subscriptions at other web shops in combination with the Edge 20 Lite. The savings on device costs then amount to a maximum of 183 euros.
The prices below are based on Unlimited subscriptions from various providers. If you opt for a higher calling bundle, the device will cost you a little less. We have listed the most affordable Motorola Edge 20 Lite deals for you below.
Motorola Edge 20 Lite with Vodafone subscription – save up to 183 euros
Looking for a Vodafone subscription with this Motorola device? Then take a look at GSMWeb, because there you can save no less than 183 euros on the Edge 20 Lite. You don’t pay 279 euros for the device, but 96 euros.
Motorola Edge 20 Lite with Vodafone at GSMWeb (save up to 183 euros)
Motorola Edge 20 Lite with KPN subscription – save up to 183 euros
The combination of GSMWeb and a KPN subscription is also a nice one. If you opt for a two-year unlimited subscription, you will also save up to 183 euros on the device.
Motorola Edge 20 Lite with KPN at GSMWeb (save up to 183 euros)
Motorola Edge 20 Lite with T-Mobile subscription – save up to 123 euros
If you prefer a T-Mobile subscription, you must contact Belsimpel. In combination with the Motorola Edge 20 Lite, you can save up to 123 euros in combination with a subscription.
Motorola Edge 20 Lite with T-Mobile at Belsimpel (save up to 123 euros)
Motorola Edge 20 Lite Now also available in the Netherlands
At the end of July, Motorola introduced the Motorola Edge 20 series, after which the Edge 20 and the Edge 20 Pro also appeared on the market in the Netherlands. The Motorola Edge 20 Lite was missing from this list, but this has now changed. The Edge 20 Lite is now available in the Netherlands for around 240 euros.
The Motorola Edge 20 Lite has a 6.7-inch OLED screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, a Dimensity 720 5G processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage space that you can expand with a microSD card, a 5000mAh (30W) battery and a 32MP selfie camera. The rear camera consists of a 108MP main lens, an 8MP wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth lens.
Users of the Edge 20 Lite can count on three years of security updates and two years of Android updates. The smartphone is available in black, among others, from Coolblue.
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Motorola Edge 20 Pro Receives Android 13 Update
After Motorola recently rolled out an Android 13 update to the Motorola Edge 30 Pro, the manufacturer is now also rolling out the same update to the Motorola Edge 20 Pro. It is only the second Motorola smartphone that can download the Android 13 update.
If you use a Motorola Edge 20 Pro from 2021, you can expect a notification at any time stating that you can download the Android 13 update. The latest version of Android brings a lot of improvements and new features and the update also installs the March 2023 security patch. This patch closes several dozen vulnerabilities in the Android operating system.
After installing Android 13, you can use the updated media player, more privacy options and a more extensive Material You design. Of course, improvements have also been made in the background that should improve the stability of the smartphone. You will receive a notification as soon as you can install the update or you can manually check for updates via the settings on your smartphone.
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Motorola Edge 20 Receives Android 12 Update
Motorola has rolled out an Android 12 update to the Motorola Edge 20 in the Netherlands. The update can currently only be downloaded on the regular Edge 20. People with an Edge 20 Lite or Edge 20 Pro will therefore have to wait a little longer.
We have had to wait a long time for it, but Dutch people with a Motorola Edge 20 can now download the latest version of Android. The Android 12 update brings, among other things, an improved interface and more privacy options. Thanks to the Privacy Dashboard, you can now monitor all rights and data of all installed apps.
Motorola previously also rolled out the Android 12 update to the Motorola Moto G30, the Moto G200 and the Moto G Pro. The update can also be downloaded on the Edge 20 Pro in Brazil. If no problems arise there, Android 12 will soon roll out to Edge 20 Pro users in the rest of the world.
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Motorola Edge 20 Receives Android 13 Update
Motorola has started rolling out Android 13 for the Motorola Edge 20. The update brings several new features and improvements and installs the September 2023 security patch.
A new update is ready for the Motorola Edge 20. It is the major Android 13 update that users have been waiting for for a long time. Once installed, users can get started with the latest Android features, such as the updated Material You color palette, more privacy options and the new media player in the play bar. The update also updates the security patch to September 2023, making the security of the Edge 20 completely up to date again.
Updates roll out in phases, so it may take a few days before the update is available to everyone. If you have not yet received a notification, you can manually check for updates via the settings on the Motorola Edge 20.
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Motorola Edge 20 Receives August Update
Motorola has started rolling out the August update in the Netherlands. The Motorola Edge 20 is the first smartphone that can download the August 2023 security patch. After installing the update, the security of the smartphone is completely up to date again.
Every month, Google releases a new security patch that addresses the latest vulnerabilities in Android. A few days ago, Google introduced the August 2023 patch, which is now also available for the Motorola Edge 20. We know from user reports that the update can also be downloaded in the Netherlands.
The security update for the Motorola Edge 20 is just over 40MB in size and does not bring any other adjustments or new features. If you have not yet received a notification, you can manually check for updates via the settings on your smartphone.
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Motorola Edge 20 Series With 144Hz Screen Announced
Motorola has announced the manufacturer’s latest flagship smartphones. The Edge 20, Edge 20 Pro and Edge 20 Lite all have a 108MP camera. The Motorola Edge 20 and Edge 20 Pro are equipped with a 144Hz screen. In this article we have listed all the specifications.
The most powerful of the three models is the Motorola Edge 20 Pro. The smartphone has a 6.7-inch OLED screen with an FHD+ resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate, a Snapdragon 870 processor, 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage space, a 4500mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging, a 32MP selfie camera and a triple rear camera with a 108MP main lens, an 8MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and a 16MP wide-angle lens.
The regular Edge 20 has the same screen as the Edge 20 Pro and the cameras are also the same. However, with the telephoto lens you can only optically zoom in 3x instead of 5x. The Edge 20 has a Snapdragon 778G processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB or 256GB storage space and a 4000mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging.
The Motorola Edge 20 Lite is the cheapest of the three and has the same screen, but with a maximum refresh rate of 90Hz. Internally we find a Dimensity 720 5G-B processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage space that you can expand with a microSD card, a 5000mAh (30W) battery and again a 32MP selfie camera. The rear camera consists of a 108MP main lens, an 8MP wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth lens.
The Motorola Edge 20 Pro will appear on the market at the end of August for a suggested retail price of 700 euros. The regular Edge 20 costs 500 euros. The Edge 20 Lite will be available from early September for a suggested retail price of 350 euros. All three devices run Android 11 and receive two Android updates.
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Motorola Edge 20, Edge 20 Pro and Edge 20 Lite Receive Latest Security Update
Motorola has rolled out a new security update to three of the manufacturer’s smartphones. This concerns the smartphones in the Edge 20 series that will be updated to the December 2021 security patch.
The latest security patch, the one from December 2021, can now be downloaded on the Motorola Edge 20, the Edge 20 Pro and the Edge 20 Lite. Several users in the Netherlands report that they have already received the update. The update will arrive first on the regular Edge 20 and the Edge 20 Lite. The Edge 20 Pro will follow in a few days.
The update appears to only install the December security patch. The changelog does not contain anything about new features or other changes.
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Motorola Edge 2022 official: large battery, fast screen and latest chip
The 2022 Motorola Edge has been officially announced. The midrange device has excellent specifications and a sleek design. It has the latest chip and lasts a long time on a single battery charge.
Motorola Edge 2022 officially announced
There it is: the new Motorola Edge 2022. It has been announced and has great specifications. For now, the device will only be released in the United States, but there is a good chance that Motorola will also bring the Edge 2022 to Europe. Possibly under a different name, but nothing is known about this yet.
These are the specifications
The Motorola Edge 2022 has the latest MediaTek chip, the Dimensity 1050. This means the device achieves extra fast 5G speeds. The chip is not the most powerful processor and less fast than, for example, the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 from Qualcomm, but that is not surprising. After all, this Edge 2022 is in the mid-range segment.
The new Edge has a 6.6-inch AMOLED screen on the front. This has a high brightness and can display colors extra clearly. The screen also has a refresh rate of 144Hz. This makes it feel extra fast compared to a 60Hz or 90Hz screen. We don’t see 144Hz very often on smartphones in this price segment.
The Edge 2022 has a 5000 mAh battery. According to Motorola, the smartphone lasts two days without having to be charged. We are curious to see what this will be like in practice. The Edge charges with a maximum of 30 Watts. That’s fine, but not as fast as some competitors.
The Edge has a 32 megapixel selfie camera on the front. Furthermore, the smartphone has three cameras, including a 50-megapixel main camera. According to Motorola, it has the ‘fastest and best autofocus ever’. There is also a 13-megapixel wide-angle lens for wide shots, while the depth sensor helps take portrait photos.
Android 12, price and availability
The Motorola Edge 2022 runs on an almost bare-bones version of Android 12 out of the box. Android 13 was recently released for Google Pixel phones. Eventually, this latest version will also come to the Motorola Edge. The device will probably receive two major Android updates and three years of security updates.
As mentioned earlier, the Motorola Edge 2022 will first only come to the United States. The entry-level model costs around 500 euros there. You get 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage space. There is also a more expensive 8/256GB variant. It is not yet known whether and when the phone will come to the Netherlands.
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Motorola Edge 2022 Officially Announced
Motorola has announced a new mid-range smartphone under the name Motorola Edge 2022. The Edge 2022 has a 144Hz screen, a 5000 mAh battery and a 50MP main camera. In the US, the smartphone has a recommended retail price of around 493 euros.
Motorola’s latest mid-range smartphone has a 6.6-inch AMOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate for extra smooth images. Internally we find a MediaTek Dimensity 1050 processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage space, a 5000 mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging and 15W wireless charging, a 32MP selfie camera and a triple rear camera with a 50MP main lens, a 13MP wide-angle lens and a depth sensor.
The fingerprint scanner is in the screen and a microSD card connection is missing. The Edge 2022 runs on Android 12 and users are likely to receive second major Android updates and three years of security updates.
The Motorola Edge 2022 has currently only been announced for the United States, but the smartphone is expected to come to Europe later. In the US, the smartphone costs just under 500 euros.
Motorola has started rolling out Android 13 for the Motorola Edge 30 Fusion. It is only the fourth smartphone from the manufacturer to receive this update. The Android 13 update brings several new features.
Users of the Motorola Edge 30 Fusion have had to wait a long time, but from now on it is possible to download the latest version of Android. The Android 13 update previously rolled out to the Edge 30, the Edge 30 Pro and the Edge 20 Pro. People with the Edge 30 Ultra will have to be patient a little longer.
Android 13 brings, among other things, more privacy options and more security options. It is also possible to set the language in which you want to use the app per app. You can also use a new music player in the notification bar and a more extensive Material You design, with more color options.
The Android 13 update is rolling out in phases and you will receive a notification as soon as you can download the update. If you have not yet received a notification, you can manually check for updates via the settings on your smartphone.
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Motorola Edge 30 Neo Shown In Different Colors
Motorola has scheduled another announcement for September 8, where the manufacturer is expected to introduce multiple Edge smartphones. Information about the Motorola Edge 30 Neo has now emerged in the rumor circuit. This way we know, among other things, which specifications the smartphone is likely to have and in which colors the Edge 30 Neo will appear on the market.
The information was shared by the well-known and well-informed tech leaker Evan Blass. According to the source, the Motorola Edge 30 Neo will hit the market in the colors Black Onyx, Very Peri, Aqua Foam and Ice Palace. We also know what specifications the smartphone probably has.
The smartphone is probably equipped with a 6.28-inch Full-HD+ 120Hz OLED screen, a Snapdragon 695 processor, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage space, a 4020 mAh battery with support for 30W fast charging and a double rear camera with a 64MP main lens and a 13MP wide-angle lens. The selfie camera is located in a round cutout in the screen.
After the presentation on September 8, we can probably share all the details with you.
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Motorola Edge 30 Officially Launched
Motorola today announced the Motorola Edge 30. The smartphone has a number of interesting features, such as a 144Hz screen and a thin casing of only 6.8mm. The Motorola Edge 30 has a suggested retail price of 449.99 euros.
After Motorola previously introduced the Motorola Edge 30 Pro, the manufacturer has now also announced the regular Edge 30. The smartphone will be available in the Netherlands from May 2 in the colors Meteor Gray, Aurora Green and Supermoon Silver.
The Edge 30 has a 6.5-inch AMOLED screen with a 144Hz refresh rate and support for HDR10+, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ processor with 5G support, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage space, a 4020 mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging, dualSIM, a 32MP selfie camera and a triple rear camera with a 50MP main lens, a 50MP wide-angle lens and a 2MP depth lens. The housing is 6.8 mm thin, weighs 155 grams and is equipped with dual stereo speakers.
Until May 22, you will receive free Buds-s ANC worth 149.99 euros when purchasing the Motorola Edge 30.
Users of the Huawei P30 and Huawei P30 Pro can expect a new update at any time. The update brings the August security patch along with some improvements.
Update version 9.1.0.193 brings a new security patch that addresses some vulnerabilities in the operating system. In addition, some improvements have been added. The smartphone receives, among other things, a new night mode for the selfie camera. This means you can now also take beautiful selfies in dark environments. In addition, Huawei has added a video editing function to the gallery app.
The update is approximately 245MB in size and will be rolled out in phases to the Huawei P30 and P30 Pro. You will receive a notification as soon as the update is ready for your device.
This year, 4Gamer once again reached out to various developers to record their ambitions for the coming year at the turn of the year. Tomoya Asano from Square Enix also spoke up – with his “Team Asano” he is best known for the “Octopath Traveler” and “Bravely Default” games.
Asano and his team have a lot planned for 2024: “I think in 2024 we will be able to publish different titles and information, from big ones to less big ones. As I carefully complete these tasks, I will also prepare for future endeavors.”
Team Asano would like to publish several titles in 2024 – exciting. What this is about remains unclear for the time being. We could possibly expect a remaster of the first “Bravely Default” – Asano at least hinted at that in October 2022.
A sequel to the series is also being planned – when Asano hinted at this in September 2021, he was still talking about 3-4 years of development. Depending on how fast the team was and is, a “Bravely Default 3” could also play a role for 2024. Maybe we can also expect a completely new title in the style of “Triangle Strategy”. We can be excited.
Images: Bravely Default II, Square Enix, Nintendo, Claytech Works
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) is a really silly game – and you can make it even sillier with the help of these Easter Egg units. To unlock new hidden units, all you have to do is find their weapons on the map. But these weapons are pretty well hidden. It pays to look for them though, as the units they unlock are some of the most powerful/expensive in the game.
If you crave hulking ice giants that crush enemies with a never-ending series of shockwaves, or cheerleaders that boost your other units and make them attack even faster, or dragons in wheelbarrows, read on because here’s where to find them Find units – and then some. Secret things are always nice in games, especially when they really pay off to be found or unlocked.
How To Unlock Every Secret Unit | Easter egg guide
To get new units you need to find their weapons hidden in certain levels. You need to activate Freelook and move the camera around yourself – press (F) to unlock Freeroam and be able to find those hidden weapons. Make sure your camera is next to the weapon for a while to unlock the corresponding unit.
Executioner :
levels: Medieval 1
Cost: 350
This strong and heavy axe-wielding unit is unlocked by finding the axe. She is embedded in a tree stump.
Mace spinner :
levels: Medieval 2
cost: 500
Spins with a pair of clubs – and becomes a wild tornado when reinforced by cheerleaders. You can find the clubs in one of the spires. Use Freelook to fly down through the open tower window and inside. The clubs are surrounded by birds.
artemis :
levels: Ancient 1
cost: 5500
A unit that shoots a hell of a lot of arrows with a double bow. You can find the arch(es) on the lighthouse, at the top, along the railing.
Samurai giant :
levels: Dynasty
cost: 3000
Fly down the square fountain to find the giant samurai’s giant katana sticking out of the bottom of the fountain. The Samurai Giant is — well — a giant samurai with a hell of a sword.
Fan Bearer :
levels: Ancient Sandbox
cost: 200
A simpler unit that blows enemies away with fans rather than destroying them outright. The fan is leaning against a small shrine near the edge/shore of the island, down a few steps.
The Teacher :
levels: Ancient 2
cost: 300
A very well trained swordsman. You can find his weapon in the open temple with a statue of the Thinker inside.
Ice Giant :
levels:Viking 1
cost: 6000
You can find the giant skull at the edge of the map, near the cracked ice covered lake. It is in the forest along the shore. The Ice Giant is the most expensive unit and sends groups of enemies flying with its explosive shockwaves.
S ensei :
levels: Dynasty
cost: 3000
A unit that quickly throws ninja stars. You can find this fighter’s shuriken on the roof of the building in the center of the map – where the red and blue lines meet.
Wheelbarrow Dragon :
levels: farmer 1
cost: 1600
This is an odd unit. You can find the dragon head behind rocks at the edge of the map. It’s not a breathing, flying dragon, it’s in a wheelbarrow that’s being pushed. One could describe this unit as a mobile flamethrower.
Tree Giant :
levels: Medieval 1
cost: 4000
A giant who uses a large tree as a weapon. You need to find his tree – it’s a rather small tree at the edge of the map, near a cliff over the water.
Cheerleader :
levels: Tribal 1
cost: 1000
This handy unit makes nearby friendly units attack faster and provides some bonus effects. The cheerleader’s pompoms are on the very edge of the card, on the red side, the red/blue border.
shogun :
levels: Dynasty
cost: 2000
His gun is stuck in a tree on the cliffs below the map’s center dividing line. A powerful samurai-style unit, the Shogun uses the sword to slay enemies as if they were made of cardboard.
Mods will always be considered a blessing for gamers because of the insane features they bring to games. Hogwarts Legacy is available on Nintendo Switch and fans of the game want to know if they can use mods on their Switch. Can you get mods to work on Nintendo Switch? Here’s everything you need to know about modding.
Can you use mods in Hogwarts Legacy on Nintendo Switch?
Sweet and short answer, no, it is not possible to use mods for Hogwarts Legacy on your Nintendo Switch. As much as we’d love to be able to play multiplayer with friends on our Switch, that’s just not possible. Modding is usually a feature that only PC players can enjoy, so as much as I hate it, your Switch can’t use mods for Hogwarts Legacy.
Nintendo has been pretty clear about its stance on modding on the Nintendo Switch. They are not in favor of this for many reasons and that is understandable. If you want to play Hogwarts Legacy and use mods, you’ll need to upgrade to PC.
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How to use mods in Hogwarts Legacy
If you’ve decided to join PC gamers and want to use mods while playing Hogwarts Legacy, you’re in luck, because they exist. Some mods can improve your character’s appearance or change the appearance of NPCs. Modding is simple and requires you to download the file from sites like Nexus Mods, drop it into your Hogwarts Legacy folder, and open your game.
For a detailed explanation on how to add a mod, you can find a detailed explanation on a creator’s profile. We recommend that you continue Nexus Mods where you can find a list of updated mods that you can use to improve your gameplay for Hogwarts Legacy.
Hidden caches are normal-sized orange crates with two yellow lights on each bottom corner. They contain three items, mainly a weapon, such as an emote, a cosmetic, challenge cards and consumables. In most cases, you will get a single item, excluding consumables.
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Where are the caches in Alien Fireteam Elite?
The cache will appear on each level in a random location. Locations are fixed and can usually be found by looking behind you as you progress towards the marker, with a few exceptions.
Hidden caches produce specific sounds when you approach them. Know that you will only recognize sounds when you hear them for the first time. And also you I won’t be able to hear them during speech or combat.
The first sound sounds like the sound of the drum, and it is very serious. When you get very close to the hidden cover, you will hear the monitor make a printing sound. They can really help you locate caches easily.
Priority 1
Entrance
On the other side of the first door you are told to go through, Hidden cache is behind the blue box, right behind you.
In the first area Working Joe in the objective “Unlock exits“, go to the second room on the left side. The hidden cache will be located in the opposite corner of the room.
When you are on the “Prepare for battle” Objective, look for the stairs near the facehugger and go down. Head to the table under the pile of tires, and behind it you will find a hidden cache.
After the Drone ambush, you will find two hidden caches. Both are located in the Working Joe area. The first is on the left side of the Working Joe area.
The second hidden cache is located on the right side from the same Working Joe neighborhood, behind the flat.
During the Ambush the ammo box, There will also be two caches.
For the first one, go down, and it will be in the far left corner.
The second is upstairs – before leaving the area, turn around and a hidden cache will be behind some boxes.
When you enter a huge cold room with guardrailturn left and you will discover a hidden cache on the ground.
After the cold room, go past the spark gaps. Be careful because it is possible that enemies will appear on your left. Make sure you take the opportunity to collect the hidden cache, because if you go through the next door to the final defense point, you can’t go back.
Rescue
When you enter the objective defense zone”Cancel door lock», go up the stairs on the left. After reaching the top of the stairs, a hidden cache will be behind the consoles in front of you.
There is another hidden cache with the same objective. Go up the stairs to the right as you enter the area, then turn left and a cache will be located against the wall.
By searching for the valve, you will find as many as three hidden caches. For the first, go left twice to find the first valve room. The hidden cache will be on the right wall.
Also check the left wall to find another one.
The third is on the left side of the next room you enter.
Just before the room where you disable the door locks and meet Monica, you will encounter several groups of enemies. After defeating them, move towards the exit and, in doing so, check left and right side tunnels.
After having your first conversation with Monica, go down from the ammo box to the crate mazeturn right the first time, and the Cache will be on the left.
There is two additional hidden caches in this area, the first in front of a vent, behind the large crate.
The second is located to the left of the cash register, at balcony.
When you’re about to leave the area – don’t do it! Instead of entering the area covered by red lights, go left to avoid going out, turn right and you will find a hidden cache next to a door.
Extract
When you come out of the sewersturn right and cross bridge. Hidden Cache is located next to a blue barrel and under a crate.
In the next area, Before you go through the waypoint gate, turn right then right again until you reach a dead end.
During the “Prepare for battle“Objective, go down the stairs on your right. You will find the hidden cache next to the piles of pipes.
After passing the door with the code “download synthesizer data“, go all the way and look inside the door on the right, where the hidden cache will fill it.
In the Peripheral areaexactly below the device, check the red meters in the middle for a hidden cache.
Under the “Investigate the Delta Hangar” Objective, go left before the loading arm then climb the stairs behind you which lead to the tower control room. The hidden cache is located right in front of the closed door.
In the next area there will be a long corridor with red lights on the side. Turn right just before the waypoint gate and follow the corridor where you will find the hidden cache.
Giants on Earth
Insertion
When you find yourself in the big caveturn at a right angle to the ammo boxand the hidden cache will be against the wall.
In the area with big pipes and one Radioactive Spittergo all the way to the back and it will be hidden in the left corner of the wall.
In the area after the previous one, browse the corridor on the left, and the hidden cache will be there.
When you notice a concrete swimming pool with a cable hanging in the middle inside the hole, you will find what you are looking for.
Before leaving the hallway with a cable in the middle, turn left to the dead end, where you will find a hidden cache.
Contact
The next hidden cache is in a tunnel after the giant head. It is located just after the next waypoint. Take the second right into this tunnel and you’ll find him behind a wall.
Under the objective “Prepare for battle», behind the first wall. Note that the hidden cache will be to the right if you turn around and to the left when you enter.
During the same objective, go against the right side of this area, and the Cache will be hidden behind a bush.
In an open area with the objective “Synth vs. Xenos» before the release right, turn left and Hidden Cache will be in the left corner of it balcony.
When you reach the large open roomturn left and the hidden cache awaits you against the left wall.
Clear out
After the first battle with Synth and Xenos, about 30 meters before the exit, go down the middle stairs below the exit. The hidden cache will be on the right.
The next one is in the room with giant faces and a well. Turn right and go up the lower stairs.
In the first information of “Collect and attach a synthesizer core“, go up the stairs next to the exit and turn left. It is located against the balcony wall.
Above a filled well there is a Ammo Box. Take the stairs behind you on the left. Follow them, then go right and check the dark corner. Be aware that you are in a possible minefield!
In Working Joe’s trap roomthere is a hidden cache in the lower left area, just before the stairs.
In “Cynthia reveals”, at a location above the endless drop, turn left about 40 meters before the objective, and the hidden cache will be against the right wall. There is another in the same place, but it’s up against the right wall.
The gift of fire
Acknowledgement
In the first large area of “Investigate holograms,” Go left and you will find a hidden cache on the right, next to a blue cylinder light opposite the exit.
In “Prepare for combat/LIDAR,” cross the bridgeand it will be in the left corner of the bridge.
To the small blank control panel and the ammo box in “Investigate an anomaly“, turn right and go up the stairs behind you, where you’ll find him at the top of the stairs.
After the hologram room In “Prepare for battle,”Go right, you’ll pass right by before the room opens onto the defense zone.
Advance
In a long opening corridor with two walkwaysgo to the top one, and on the left, you will find the hidden cache next to it tripods.
After the second Instrumentality, Head to the right of the objective and take the small ramp. The Cache will be visible as soon as you enter.
In the large room after that, Cache will be in front and at the back of the area, a little below.
Boarding
The first hidden cache is in a room with a hologram spaceship. Go around the hologram, and you will find the cache in the corner of the table.
After passing the previous room you will find Engineers on your right. Don’t go through the door, but go left, and next to the console with the green buttons you will find the hidden cache.
Shortly after passing the round room, instead of going right to the waypoint, turn left. There you should see and hear the next hidden cache.
The only way to be sure
Violate
Under the objective “Hacked Door Systems“, about 35 meters from the waypoint, there will be a hidden cache on your left side, next to some barrels, a rail support and a cylinder. You will hear the sound and you surely won’t be able to miss it.
In a small room on two levels, located after the long staircaseyou will find the cache on the right side as you enter, inside a door.
When you come across a big guard roomAt the very back and to the left of the stairs, you will find a hidden cache.
As part of the mission, when you find alien eggsturn right three times, pass it loading arm above you and behind you bass drum, you will find the hidden cache.
Research
At the start of the mission, there is a large area with a webbed ceiling. Walk back about 50 meters from the waypoint, turn left, and you’ll find a cache hidden in a closed door against the wall.
After leaving the first room, in the tunnel near the waypoint, turn right and you will see the cache.
In the same area, going towards the door, turn left, walk past the boxes, and it will be there, near Intel.
Throughout the history of cinema we have seen countless combat sequences, with some unforgettable examples such as the confrontation at Helm’s Deep from ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers’, the battle of Stirling Bridge from ‘Braveheart’. ‘ or the climax of ‘Avengers: Endgame’, but Martin Scorsese It is very clear which is the film that shines the most in this section: ‘Chimes at midnight’.
Written, directed and starring Orson Welles‘Chimes at Midnight’ is based on several works by William Shakespeare and is set in the Hundred Years’ War that faced France and the United Kingdom in the 14th and 15th centuries. Welles himself did not hesitate to say at the time that it was his favorite film of all the films he has made and it is evident that the director of ‘The Departed’ is also a great lover of it.
“There has never been anything like it”
Scorsese recently spoke with Time magazine on the occasion of the imminent premiere of ‘Killers of the Moon’, his new collaboration with Leonardo DiCaprio, and there he had time to review some films that made a great impression on him. Especially striking is what he says when talking about Orson Welles:
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The ‘Chimes at Midnight’ scene that Scorsese refers to takes place late in the film and focuses on the decision of the son of King Henry IV of England to go to war in his father’s name to face the Battle of Shrewsbury. the troops of the seditious Hotspur.
If you have been left wanting to know if Scorsese is right or not when it comes to elevating that scene as the best battle in the history of cinema, you have available ‘Chimes at Midnight’ in the Flixolé catalog. You can also see the scene in question here, but I already warn you that the image quality can be greatly improved and thus it cannot be enjoyed properly.
In iOS 14 Apple has implemented a new fit to protect our ears in case we use a Bluetooth headset. If the sound is too loud, the iPhone volume will be lowered by itself automatically to prevent hearing damage.
When this setting is activated, if the iPhone detects a sound intensity that exceeds the marked limits, will automatically reduce the volume of what is playing.
The volume has been lowered. Based on your use of the headphones in the last seven days, the volume has been lowered to protect your hearing.
It is certainly an interesting adjustment that can help us with the health of our ears, the problem is that sometimes iOS confuses the Bluetooth device and also lower the volume when the iPhone is connected to speakers or a car. If this is your case, this is how you can fix it.
Why does the volume on my iPhone turn down by itself?
It’s all due to this new setting. This option is within the iPhone settings, and we can disable it or set it at different levels of sound intensity to increase the volume of the iPhone. To do this you must follow these steps:
Enter the Settings of your device.
Locate the section Sounds and vibrations and enter it.
You will see a section called Headphone Safety.
Inside you can enable or disable the option Reduce loud sounds.
If you activate it, you can choose dB level you want to mark as a limit.
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If the iPhone volume is low when using wireless headphones, this is probably the cause. It is one of the new health functions that have been incorporated into iOS 14. In the Health app we can see a detailed graph of the dB levels that we have suffered when we have the headphones on.
In case the levels are excessive for 7 days, iPhone will automatically lower the volume to protect us.
Health will control the volume of the headphones
It is a setting that we recommend having activatedAlthough if you have had problems connecting to other Bluetooth devices than headphones, you may prefer to disable it.
A first hotfix for the version on Xbox Series X|S was rolled out for the farming game Coral Island.
Today Coral Island received a 7.6GB update on Xbox Series X|S. It’s the first update since the farming game hit Xbox Game Pass on consoles on November 14th.
With the hotfix, Stairway Games fixes various bugs and makes various adjustments, which are described in the patch notes below.
An annoying error reported by many players will only be corrected in the next update, as announced in the official Discord. It’s a cutscene when you make 10 donations to the museum, which crashes the game.
Update 1.0 Patch Notes
Bug fix:
Fixed bugs in the inventory UI where item icons were stuck in the top left corners.
Addressed most of the incorrect audio issues.
Resolved the problem where monsters disappeared when players exited and re-entered the mines.
Fixed an issue causing bats to move out of range and get stuck.
Disabled item changes during hammer attack charging to prevent problematic player movement.
Made previously unattainable cooking achievements now achievable.
Corrected the dash command in bonk skeleton practice mode, which incorrectly prompted exiting practice.
Resolved an issue where items got lost after being moved in the shed.
Fixed item duplication during ranch upgrades.
Addressed dislocated items when moving them from the architect’s desk.
Resolved cooking recipe controller input issues.
Fixed the Mythical Pet triggering multiple cutscenes when planted in the greenhouse.
Fixed a crash occurring when trying to add cooking ingredients without quality (eg, Pink Diamond).
TV shows should now display correct images (previously black).
Improvements:
General performance enhancements. Some lag issues should now be resolved.
The controller input threshold, aka dead zone, is now 0.3, enhancing responsiveness.
Balancing:
Monster Scents can now be unlocked once you reach combat master levels 4, 6, 7, and 9.
Localizations:
Minor localization fixes.
Known issues:
Museum cutscenes crashing after completing 10 donations. This issue will be addressed in the next release.
House decor controller issue persists. We’re still working on a fix.
Marvel Snap has an ever-changing meta due to adding new cards every week and adjusting some cards for balancing issues, so it can be difficult to know which ones are best. Here is our Marvel Snap card tier list, where we have ranked all the cards.
Raking up the best cards in Marvel Snap from each series
Below is a tier list for each card series/pool. I generally lean towards certain decks; Cards will generally be evaluated based on the context of potential decks you can use. I’ve reached Infinite about half a dozen times, with only three season passes purchased. If you’re looking for gameplay tips, there is a series of important and comprehensive articles for all aspects of the game:
Marvel Snap Series / Pool 1 Card Tier List
Series/Group 1 cards are some of the first you’ll get when you start in Marvel Snap. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to build a consistent competitive deck with these cards alone, but some of these cards will follow you around all the time.
Card level
Card name
S bearing
America Chavez blue wonder Carnage Cosmo Demonic Dinosaur Enchantress Iron Man Ka-Zar Lizard Professor
Level A
Angela The ant Man Apocalypse Armor Bishop Blade Deathlok (English only) Iron Heart Korg Mister Fantastic Nightcrawler Nova Odin Scourge of wolves
Level B
Captain America Elektra Gamora iron fist Jessica Jones Claw Lady Sif Moon Girl Assault Rocket Raccoon Sentinel Scarlet Witch Spectrum Spider-Woman Squirrel girl Master of the Sword White Tiger White Queen Yondu
Bearing C
Cable Doctor Strange To forge Groot Hawkeye Heimdall Lourdaud Hulkbuster Kraven Mister Sinister Morph Multiple man Jellyfish Namor Punisher Star-Lord strong guy Glutton
Level D
Abomination Angel Colossus Cyclops Domino Mantis Misty Knight Mercury Shocker The thing Uatu the Observer
Marvel Snap Series / Pool 2 Card Tier List
The Series/Pool 2 is short, but there are some pretty awesome cards here that you’ll always use, some of them being brilliant hard pawns to popular decks.
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Card level
Card name
S bearing
Iceman Killmonger (Merchant of Death) Shang-Chi Storm Sunspot
Level A
Bucky Barnes Elf Morbius Scorpio The Infinaut
Level B
Coat Ebony face Jubilee Sand seller Swarm
Bearing C
Officer 13 Vision Vulture Rhinoceros Sabretooth The collector Warpath
Level D
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Marvel Snap Series / Pool 3 Card Tier List
Series/pool 3 is where things get fun. You’ll see cards move from Series 5 to Series 4 and 3 and from Series 4 to Series 3. Series 3 cards are almost always a good investment because they don’t drop in price.
Card level
Card name
S bearing
Baron Mordo Dead Mastodon Tetanus Luke Cage Scoundrel Serums Silver Surfer Hood Wave Wong
Level A
The absorbing man Cover The Brain Colleen Wing Daredevil Destroyer Doctor Doom Dracula The Green Goblin Hela Magik Magneto Mystical Mysterio Patriot Polaris Quinjet Shadow King She-Hulk Shuri Ultron
Level B
Aero Arnim Zola Liber Beast Captain Marvel Electro Gambit Goose Invisible Woman Jane Foster Mighty Thor Maximus Miles Morales Mr. Negative Nick Fury Psylocke red skull Spider-Man (English only) Taskmaster Thor Venom Wasp
Bearing C
Agent Coulson Agatha Harkness Attuma Black bolt Black Panther Black Widow Crystal Dagger Dazzler Deadpool (English only) Debrii Doctor Octopus Ghost Rider Giganto Hazardous Material Hell cow Human Torch Kingpin Chief Mojo Moon Knight Omega Red Orka Rock slide Ronan the Accuser Sauron Sentinel Super Skrull Titania Marie typhoid Valkyrie Viper Yellow jacket Zero
Level D
Adam Sorcerer Black cat Dead Drax Falcon Ghost Helicarrier M’Baku Maria Hill To shiver Save Shanna
Marvel Snap Series / Pool 4 Card List
Series/Pool 4 contains a large number of important high-level meta cards. While this tier list of cards represents my perception of their power, sometimes you will need to choose a lower tier card because it may be a missing piece that will significantly improve your deck (Zabu and Nimrod, for example). It all depends on how the RNG assigns you new cards and what you will be able to assemble.
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Card level
Card name
S bearing
Black Falcon Knull MODOK Ravonna Renslayer
Level A
Mobius Mr. Mobius Nimrod Snow guard Spider-Ham Stature The Zabu
Level B
Legion Man-Thing
Bearing C
Master mold Mirage Spider-Man 2099
Level D
Negasonic Adolescent Warhead Stegron
Marvel Snap Series / List of 5 cards in the pool
The series / Pool 5 generally contains:
Big Bad cards (such as Thanos, Kang, Galactus, etc.) that will never come out of series 5
Latest cards released (in most cases they join series 5 first, then eventually drop to 4/3)
Season Passes from the previous season
In most cases, they’re very relevant to meta-reality, and it’s rare that we see a new release be a complete flop. If you’re competitive, you’ll probably take the risk of getting these cards despite the possibility that their price will drop soon.
Card level
Card name
S bearing
Alioth Echo Jeff the baby land shark Loki Miss Marvel Nico Minoru Nebula Werewolf at night
Level A
Daken High level of evolution Howard the Duck Iron Boy Kitty Pryde X-23
Level B
Galactus Monkey to hit Kang Silver Samurai Thanos The Living Tribunal
Bearing C
Ghost Spider Elsa Bloodstone Gray Jeans Silk
Level D
Black Knight Lady Deadly Strike The Phoenix Force
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In our first impressions and full review of the new Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro, we highlighted it: the accessory gives the iPad an additional USB-C charging port. This way, we can use it to charge the device at the same time as we use an external storage unit in the built-in port, for example.
however, it seems that charging from this port does not work with all adapters and third-party cables even if they are certified. This is what some users discovered on the MacRumors forums, a medium that ended up highlighting it on its cover.
Our test results
I myself tested with the charging port of my iPad Pro (2020 11 inch model) and my Magic Keyboard and here is what I found:
Charging via Magic Keyboard’s USB-C port it’s correct if I use the official 18W cable and AC adapter.
Charging via Magic Keyboard’s USB-C port It’s not correct if I am using a USB-C cable from Amazon Basics and an Anker AC adapter with multiple USB ports. The message you can see appears in the image above in the upper right corner of the iPadOS: » do not charge«
Charging via Magic Keyboard’s USB-C port it’s correct If I am using an Amazon Basics USB-C cable and an official 12W AC adapter included in older iPad models.
Charging via Magic Keyboard’s USB-C port it’s correct if I use an Amazon Basics USB-C cable and the official 18W power adapter.
Charging via Magic Keyboard’s USB-C port It’s not correct if I am using an Amazon Basics USB-C cable and an Amazon Basics power adapter with multiple USB ports. The message « appearsthis accessory is not compatible with this device“On the iPadOS lock screen.
Personally, I attribute this to a matter of wattage of these adapters, it is possible that the Magic Keyboard has slightly higher requirements than the USB-C port on the iPad itself. This port accepts charging on all cables and adapters I mentioned, although in some of them it is very slow come and take almost a whole night.
It’s possible that a software update could change that, but for now the best thing we can do is use the official cables and adapters to charge the iPad Pro through its magic keyboard. Otherwise, consider using at least those that have MFi certification to avoid the risks.
A little less than a week ago we told you that AMD would debut FSR 3.0 in two of the worst rated Triple-A games of 2023. The news, of course, left no one indifferent. Fortunately, It didn’t take long for him to react, because they have just confirmed the next games in which they will include their new optimization technology. Most of them have a significant reputation and/or are relatively expected by users.
In this way, FSR 3.0 will reach several very interesting titles. It is strange, yes, that they have not yet said anything about Starfield, since the brand closed an exclusivity agreement with Bethesda leaving NVIDIA out of the equation at the request of the developer itself. It is certainly something strange, although we understand that they will announce it shortly.
AMD will add FSR 3.0 to Cyberpunk 2077, among other games
Be that as it may, it goes little by little. With its latest announcement, AMD has confirmed that FSR 3.0 will be implemented in the following games:
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
Black Myth: Wukong
crimson desert
cyberpunk 2077
frostpunk 2
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
The first three will arrive in 2024So it made sense for FSR 3.0 to be available from day one. For its part, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will be released shortly, so we don’t know what to expect, but it is quite possible that it will land on PC with AMD technology due to another agreement with Ubisoft. In the others, it is expected to be implemented gradually.
Finally, we hope that —little by little— the company will give new names, since, although the list begins to be more interesting, a greater effort is required to have a real impact in the long term. Definitely, Starfield is one of the most important in that sense, but we can’t do much more; have to wait.
Chinese developers have been making more and more noise lately. The most prominent representative is probably Genshin Impact. The Chinese development studio Digital Sky is working on a new game: ProjectDT. This is supposed to be a very fast action game with science fiction elements, which will also include fights with mechas.
No further information is known yet, but the first trailer already provides a lot of information about the gameplay and atmosphere. The project is still in the starting blocks, which is why the studio is currently looking for employees for it. They need support in various areas, from 3D animation to concept design.
In the past, Digital Sky was responsible for the development of various mobile games. For example, Bandai Namco worked on mobile games for Dragon Ball Z and Tokyo Ghoul. They were also responsible for some otome visual novels.
Crossout’s post-apocalyptic world just looks better!
Gaijin Entertainment announces the release of the Supercharged update for its online action game Crossout. The update to version 2.0 of the Targem Engine fundamentally optimizes the representation of furious battles with post-apocalyptic armored vehicles on all platforms, while the new controls, sound, camera and interface ensure more comfort and a more immersive gaming experience.
The PC version of Crossout also now supports NVIDIA DLSS 2 technology, which enables high-resolution images and high frame rates at the same time. Battles in Crossout are now even more varied thanks to a new PvP map, new parts for crafting post-apocalyptic armored vehicles, and the limited-time Witch Hunt mode.
Global illumination, contact shadows (SSC), local reflections in screen space (SSLR) – these are just some of the technologies that have been added with the switch to Targem Engine 2.0.
You can see the effects of the individual technologies on the new look of Crossout in the trailer and other videos:
Additionally, new and revised effects – such as motion blur, lens flare, bloom and updated post-processing – can be customized by the player as desired.
“With the Supercharged update, we have not only further developed Crossout technologically, but also fundamentally overhauled the visual style, controls and gameplay. To make it easier for experienced wasteland warriors to get started with the new Crossout, many features – such as the operation of the camera or the new hovercraft control system – can be adjusted to offer the most comfortable gaming experience possible,” said Stanislav Skorb, head of Crossout. Development teams.
He is one of the most popular French writers of recent years. As he releases a new literary work, Nicolas Mathieu continues to fascinate readers. On the private side, the writer is a loving dad, who does not hesitate to share the moments of life he spends with his son on his social networks.
With his second novel, Their children after them (Actes Sud) released in 2018, Nicolas Mathieu has achieved a real masterstroke. By portraying adolescents in the 90s in Eastern France, the 45-year-old writer was able to touch the public to the point of becoming one of the literary phenomena of the 2018 school year. Awarded the Goncourt Prize, his novel was a real triumph in bookstores with more than 400,000 copies sold for a work which was subsequently translated into more than 20 foreign languages. A consecration for this author born in Épinal, who spent his youth in the Vosges before leaving to do his higher studies at the University of Metz.
These days, Nicolas Mathieu returns with his latest project, The open sky (Actes Sud), a work created by two people, with the designer Aline Zalko. The latter was responsible for illustrating the writer’s poems and thoughts on social networks. “These posts on Instagram are writing that comes out of me over the days, but also a literary laboratory. I like the idea that they are here torn from the flow of the networks”he says in an interview with the magazine SHEin which he explains that these writings were intended for a woman with whom he is no longer today. “Literature can do a lot, but not everything! Here, it was able to do the essential thing, save from the passage of time something that we have experienced. That’s pretty much all that matters”he summarizes.
Nicolas Mathieu on vacation in London with his son
From this passionate love story, Nicolas Mathieu had a son and he shares custody with the mother. A boy whose writer, who has a huge following on Instagram, with nearly 130,000 subscribers, likes to share photos and moments of life with his fans. In recent days, father and son left together for London for a vacation for two on the themes of Harry Potter, British gastronomy and a visit to the natural history museum.
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Loving father and close to his son, Nicolas Mathieu does not hesitate to use social networks to share his art.
The latest macOS update is here and Big Sur arrives with important news, however it has left several Mac models on the way. Can macOS Big Sur be installed on an unsupported Mac? Yes you can.
Apple will have its reasons and there multiple macOS Catalina-compatible Macs that don’t support Big Sur. However, there is a way to install macOS Big Sur on unsupported Macs, although it has its risks.
You should know that this is something you must do under your own responsibility, your Mac could not work properly and various issues have been found on many Macs not supported by Big Sur.
Which Macs are compatible with macOS Big?
This is the Official list of Mac compatible with Big Sur, all Macs from 2012 that were compatible with Catalina have been left out.
MacBook from 2015 onwards
MacBook Air 2013 onwards
MacBook Pro 2013 onwards
Mac mini 2014 onwards
iMac 2014 onwards
iMac Pro from 2017 onwards
Mac Pro from 2013 onwardsMac with Big Sur
How to install macOS Big on unsupported Macs
To install Big Sur on unsupported Mac we must follow a series of steps that are not easy, although they are available to any type of user.
First step: we partition the disk
To install macOS Big Sur on an unsupported Mac we must do it on a disk partition and from macOS Catalina. This way if something goes wrong, we can always continue using our Mac as if nothing else.
To make a partition follow these steps:
Click on the magnifying glass and look for the app Disk utility.
Up click on Create partition.
Choose the size of this partition, recommended at least 50 GB.
Make sure to choose the APFS format.
Click on Apply and OK.
Step two: download macOS Big Sur and the patch
Now you must download the macOS Big Sur installer, this installer can be downloaded from the Mac App Store, although if it does not appear on your Mac you will have to find it on the internet, this link could work.
Now you must download the patch that will allow us to install macOS Big Sur on our incompatible Mac. This patch has two files: Hax.dylib and InstallHax.m. Copy them to the Home or Library folder, in your username and in System.
Third step: Terminal
Now we must restart our Mac and apply a series of codes in Terminal. Follow these steps:
Restart the Mac and press Command + R to enter Recovery mode.
Now enter Terminal Utilities and we introduce this command: csrutil disable
Press Enter and now enter this other command: nvram boot-args = »- no_compat_check»
Restart the Mac to start normally.
Once the system has booted, enter Terminal, you can search for it if you can’t find it from the magnifying glass.
Enter this command and hit Enter: sudo defaults write /Library/Preferences/com.apple.security.libraryvalidation.plist DisableLibraryValidation -bool true
Now enter: launchctl setenv DYLD_INSERT_LIBRARIES $ PWD / Hax.dylib
Press Enter.
Step four: install macOS Big Sur
Now only the last step remains: install macOS Big Sur on your unsupported Mac. Just look for the file InstallAssistant.pkg that you downloaded. Open it and the macOS Big Sur installer will appear.
Select the disk partition to install the new system and the macOS Big Sur installation process will begin. If you encounter any issues, there is plenty of information on these forums about installing Big Sur on unsupported Macs.
What problems can there be from installing macOS Big on incompatible Macs?
Apple does not officially support these Macs in Big Sur, so problems may appear anywhere.
For example, it has been shown that on the following MacBooks Wi-Fi is not working, although there is a patch that seems to make it work.
MacBook Pro 2012 and Early 2013
2012 MacBook Air
iMac 2012 and 2013
2012 Mac mini
But the problems might not end here, there are components that may not work correctly, and on each Mac they may be different. So be very careful if you decide to take the step of installing Mac os Big Sur on unsupported Mac.
Know more : Should I update to Big Sur?
It is not something simple, but it is proven that macOS Big Sur can be installed on unsupported computers, however it is not a simple process or free from errors. But when performed on a partition, your Mac will always be safe.
If you’ve played Helldivers 2, browsed social media regarding Helldivers 2, or been around recently, you’ve probably heard of Helldivers 2 player GantzTheDemon. A rogue player who now has the community to catch him. Here’s everything you know about Helldivers 2’s number one enemy.
Helldiver 2 GantzTheDemon Drama Explained
It all started when Helldiver 2 player GantzTheDemon decided to betray his comrades. They would join a mission, stay until extraction, then kill everyone on their team. Which, of course, goes against the camaraderie and spirit of the game. This upset affected players so much that they decided to share the video online to warn other divers about the inferno, and quickly spread that this was what the player was doing on various social media channels.
Credit: @YooAJ on tiktok Helldiverse! There is a red among us. Their username is “gantzthedemon”. They stay for the mission and then tk everyone to the extraction like in the video. Stay safe. Please help us spread the word so our dives can 🙏🏾 be cooperative again pic.twitter.com/vA5G6dZKa7
— 🔞🪖🧸TEDDY 🥵🔞 (@TacticalTeddyVT) February 23, 2024
Post via @TacticalTeddyVT on X
It wasn’t long before there was a game-wide hunt for GantzTheDemon. Online players were initially confused as to whether this was a real thing that was actually happening or a joke. But soon after, they started collaborating, discussing their current location, attacking him, and killing him on sight. What began as the participation of a bad-faith player became a manhunt unlike anything seen before. And what is more beautiful than that? A whole community comes together and works together and shows what cooperative gaming is all about.
Image via Helldivers Official Discord
In fact, it’s questionable whether GantzTheDemon will ever be able to play Helldivers 2 again. Now that his name is well known to the majority of players of Helldivers 2 and beyond. It seems that every time they try to play in the future, they will suffer the same fate. Ultimately, this is one more victory for the right side of history.
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Apple iPhones and iPads are amazing devices to play and in the App Store we have many amazing options, especially after the Arrival of Apple Arcade which raised the level of games for mobile devices and it brings us news every week. However, there is something that Apple has never allowed in its store: emulators.
Apple is characterized by great control over its application store and emulators from other gaming platformsLike Game Boy or other popular consoles, they are not allowed. This makes perfect sense, as it’s not something that appeals to companies that own these platforms and games. Therefore, since this is something that neither Apple, Nintendo, nor Sony like, it makes sense that Apple doesn’t allow them in its App Store.
However, this does not mean that iOS users do not have the option of installing this type of emulator on their iPhone or iPad, and now a well-known YouTube has been able to test a version of the Dolphin emulator allowing you to play amazing games like Super Mario Sunshine from Game Cube.
They say 2AM is a terrible time to release a new video… I say this:
Make iOS a FREE Nintendo Switch Killer (emulate GameCube and Wii without jailbreak!) Https://t.co/I5OV6SEjEL pic.twitter.com/HSGgyOFYqe
– Quinn Nelson (@SnazzyQ) 8 mai 2020
Emulators are a risky possibility
In this new video which was uploaded by Snazzy Labs, you can see that this emulator works great on iPad Pro and that makes it a real portable console. Moreover, if we add to that the native compatibility of the PS4 and Xbox One controllers of iOS and iPadOS 13, it makes the game an amazing experience. However, all is not good.
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The first reason why it is not recommended to install this type of emulator is that you cannot know exactly who is behind it or their intentions. These types of applications use certificates to be used and it is possible that our information is in danger during installation. Additionally, Apple may revoke these certificates or update iOS and prevent these apps from running overnight.
On the other hand, there is the more moral issue, to play these emulators you will need images of the games, which probably you can only download illegally, because these are games with a few years. For this reason, the big video game companies are against this type of emulator.
Without a doubt, what it shows, beyond the nostalgia of bringing old games to our devices, incredible power of today’s mobile devices they are able to emulate consoles without spoiling themselves. I want companies like Nintendo to see this potential and launch their own app from which to play their classic games from our iPhone or iPad. Hopefully this will be something that will come with time.
With over $400 million in box office, it wouldn’t be a surprise if it got a sequel, but there’s been no confirmation so far, just hints, the most recent coming from the original’s producer, Charles Roven. As part of an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he was asked if he still wanted to get on with it, to which he responded with a resounding yes.
What the fans say is debatable, since the cast and the script were far removed from what was seen in the games, but the box office speaks louder and, in fact, the director of Sony Productions, had already said that the film by would become a franchise.
Uncharted 2 and the Hollywood strike
As for when we’ll see, that’s a more difficult question to answer, first because the project hasn’t even been officially recognized, and second because Hollywood is at a standstill, due to the writers’ and actors’ strike.
Ongoing video game projects like , are being affected, as well as the second season of , so the wait will probably be long, as it will be for an eventual one in video games.
During the Nacon showcase earlier this week, Test Drive Unlimited: Solar Crown was saved as the big hit for the end. After all, the game hadn’t been shown for a long time, but unfortunately no gameplay footage was shared with the new trailer and that was quite disappointing. Fortunately, we now have in-game screenshots, which show various environments of the game.
The screenshots are from an alpha version of the game and at least give an impression of what to expect. These are seven screenshots that you can view below, which include urban areas where you will undoubtedly race a lot. We also see various times on the screenshots, such as during the day, twilight and at night.
Palworld is a very fun survival game, but trying to survive numerous crashes while playing on your Xbox console is not a good time. Is there any way to improve this, or should you put it aside for now?
Can you fix Xbox crashes in Palworld
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There are a few different troubleshooting tips you can try to see if you can keep your Xbox version of Palworld more stable, so let’s start at the top.
Restart your Xbox console
While it may seem like an easy thing to do, most modern consoles tend to go into sleep mode when we turn them off. While this makes the reboot process faster than ever, some issues can coincide with not restarting your console often, such as games like Palworld crashing. Restart your system and see if that helps you progress in your new favorite survival game.
Close Palworld and start it again
Xbox Series consoles allow players to put up to 5 games in a suspended state in the background, so sometimes fully releasing a game isn’t even considered. Giving Palworld what is essentially a force shutdown might help you resolve some of these issues, as having an online game running in the background for too long could cause issues with both Server Connectivityas well as general issues that might affect your game.
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See if new updates are available
(Patch Notice) Xbox and Microsoft Store PC version v0.1.1.2 update has been released. Fixed some issues that negatively affected game stability.
We will continue to give top priority to resolving major issues. Thank you for your continued support of Palworld.
— Palworld (@Palworld_EN) January 29, 2024
Tweet by @Palworld_EN on X (formerly known as Twitter)
At the time of writing, the latest Palworld update was released on January 29, 2024 and provided a good number of fixes. However, it still seems like players are having issues with crashes, so we may have to be patient and wait for the development team to iron out the rest of these wrinkles. The game is still in early access, so unfortunately bugs and issues should be expected.
So while there’s no perfect solution at this point, updates are coming pretty quickly, so be sure to keep an eye on our Palworld section below to see when the next updates will arrive , and find out how to make weapons like muskets with ease.
With the slim 600 series, WMF is expanding its fully automatic coffee machine portfolio. SamaGame tested the top model Perfection 680.
Table of contents
Is it all cold coffee?
A lot in a smaller format
Good touchscreen
Espresso happiness at second glance
Cleans itself
WMF Perfection 600 series: prices and models
WMF Perfection 680 in the test: conclusion
In addition to the large format models Perfection 740L and 880L WMF now offers this Fully automatic coffee machines the 600 series. They come with a more compact design and a new cleaning system for the milk system. The WMF Perfection 680 also prepares cool refreshments. We tested the top model in detail and revealed whether the new fully automatic machine is worth it.
Is it all cold coffee?
As the first WMF fully automatic coffee machine, the Perfection 680 also offers three programs for cold coffee drinks. Unlike, for example, DeLonghi Eletta Explore Cold Brew, in which the eponymous cold brew drinks are prepared with water at room temperature, the WMF machine always comes out with hot coffee. However, that’s not as bad as that Krups Intuition Experience+ EA877D has already proven. The models from WMF and Krups are virtually identical or at least similar in construction, as both brands belong to the SEB Group and therefore use the same or similar technology.
The two programs “Chilled Coffee” and “Iced Latte” are basically nothing special. You fill ice cubes into a glass, start the preparation and coffee or coffee and milk are served hot and then cooled down by the ice cubes in the glass. The most interesting of the cold coffee drinks is “Nitro Coffee”. To do this, put a handful or more ice cubes into a large glass (around 400 ml), but also put the milk lance with the hose connected in and start the preparation. Everything then works as usual: the WMF machine dispenses hot coffee, which is cooled down by the ice cubes in the glass.
After a short break, the brew is drawn again via the milk hose through the cappuccinatore in the central spout. This gives the drink a fine head of foam that is reminiscent of beer foam. The WMF version – analogous to the Krups version – has little in common with the original recipe for a Nitro Coffee. Previously prepared cold brew coffee is drawn through a dispensing system with nitrogen. But the taste verdict for Nitro Coffee à la WMF is: very tasty and a nice change.
A lot in a smaller format
With dimensions (height x width x depth) of 37.1x25x41 centimeters (cm), the WMF Perfection 680 is significantly slimmer than its fully automatic siblings 740L and 880L (each 39.5×28.5×48 cm). Despite the compact design, the newcomer’s features don’t have to hide from the larger models. It starts with the bean container on the top, which holds almost 250 grams of coffee beans. To ensure that the beans stay fresh for longer, the compartment has a flap with a rubber seal. The bean container also contains the rotary control for the stainless steel conical grinder, which can be adjusted to five grinding levels. By the way, there is no shaft for ground coffee.
The tank on the back holds up to 3 liters of water. The cool water is pumped through the machine at a pressure of up to 15 bar. If necessary, the included Claris water filter can be installed in the tank. This will prevent the device from becoming excessively calcified. You also have to descale the machine less often. You can set the water hardness level using the settings menu on the display.
Like the other WMF machines, you can also use the Perfection 680 to prepare milk coffee drinks. The well-known milk system is available for this, consisting of a rubber hose, stainless steel lance and glass carafe (here: 600 instead of 1,000 milliliters). The hose is attached to the central spout on the right and the milk is frothed using a cappuccinatore. Thanks to the double thermoblock technology, coffee and milk are heated independently, meaning that all ingredients reach the cups at the optimal temperature.
Good touchscreen
The WMF Perfection 680 offers an approximately 3.6 inch (9.2 cm) color touch display for operation. This is framed on the left and right by four sensor buttons for switching on and off, the main menu, the hot water output and the settings as well as four different profiles. The control works smoothly with the proven operating concept: all inputs are implemented quickly, the display is large enough, bright and clearly visible.
In the settings menu you can make all sorts of adjustments for the start screen, display brightness, etc. When you select a drink, you can set the coffee strength and total fill quantity on the next screen. For black coffee drinks there are milliliter values here, for milk coffees only the T-shirt sizes M, L and XL. The three dots at the top right take you to the extended drink parameters. In addition to the brewing temperature and pre-brewing time, the amount of coffee and milk foam intensity can also be adjusted here. The amount of milk can only be changed using the total quantity setting – we already know this from the big WMF brothers. After making the adjustments, you can save up to eight individualized drinks in up to eight profiles. By the way, you can also connect the WMF machine to your home WiFi so that the device can always get the latest operating software. This can be particularly interesting if it means you get additional coffee programs over time.
Espresso happiness at second glance
With the WMF Perfection 680 you can choose between 17 different coffee programs that are installed on the device ex works. The cold drinks mentioned above are of course accompanied by some coffee variations without milk, including Ristretto, Lungo, Americano, Caffè crema and Espresso. The latter has to prove itself in the taste test and does so – but only on the second attempt. Because the first batches were a bit of a failure: too weak, too watery and rather average in taste. After a day’s break, the WMF Perfection 680 suddenly delivered really good espressos and hasn’t disappointed since. The sweet notes of the coffee beans come through well, the espresso is full-bodied, hot and strong without being overpowering. Why did it only work at second glance? We ask ourselves that too. In the end, we just want to say: espresso good, everything is good. The “Breakfast Coffee” program also receives extra praise: like Long Coffee from DeLonghi machines, it is prepared using a surge brewing process and is reminiscent of delicious filter coffee with a balanced, gentle aroma.
In addition to cold drinks and black coffee, you can also get different types of milk coffee from the WMF Perfection 680. Unlike the Perfection 880L and analogous to the 740L, the milk foam has an ideal temperature and comes out of the machine nice and creamy. The latte programs include cappuccino, latte macchiato, caffè latte, espresso macchiato, flat white and Italian cappuccino. The new WMF machine also offers hot water for three different types of tea, which is dispensed via a separate nozzle to the right of the central spout. You can find more delicious coffee recipes here.
Cleans itself
Like the other WMF fully automatic machines and the Krups counterparts, the Perfection 680 has a permanently installed metal brewing group. The advantage here: The brewing unit regularly rinses itself and is automatically and thoroughly cleaned using the integrated self-cleaning program and a cleaning tablet. Some coffee fans prefer a removable brewing group. For more comfortable coffee drinkers, the permanently installed version is a nice simplification in terms of care. In addition to self-cleaning, there are also programs for rinsing the coffee circuit, the tea circuit and for automatic descaling.
There is also a program to choose from for cleaning the milk system: To do this, insert the rubber hose into the cappuccinatore in the central spout and the other end without the stainless steel lance into the hot water nozzle to the right of it. Then place a container under the central spout and start the washing program. Hot water and steam are then passed through the hose and the cappuccinatore to remove any milk residue. After a few seconds the program has run through and the machine is ready for use again. The cappuccinatore can be removed by hand from the central spout and dismantled into four parts for thorough cleaning.
Thanks to its slim design without many corners and edges, the surface of the WMF Perfection 680 can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth. The front part of the case is made of the manufacturer’s own Cromargan stainless steel, the rest is made of plastic. You can put the drip tray, including the cover and stainless steel grid, in the dishwasher. You must wash the water tank and the pulp container by hand. To do this, use gentle dishwashing liquid and a dish and/or bottle brush. You can find further tips and tricks for caring for and using your fully automatic coffee machine here.
WMF Perfection 600 series: prices and models
In addition to the Perfection 680, another WMF fully automatic coffee machine belongs to the 600 series. You can’t get the Perfection 660 in Germany yet, but the device is already available in Austria. Here is a brief overview of the Perfection 600 series:
Test results
WMF Perfection 680
Manufacturer information
Furnishing (30%)
Service & The taste
(40%)
cleaning (15%)
Technical tests (15%)
Test results
WMF Perfection 680 in the test: conclusion
With the top model from the Perfection 600 series, WMF delivers a good fully automatic coffee machine with an elegant design. The cappuccino, espresso (with some warm-up time) etc. taste delicious, the cold coffee drinks are a tasty alternative for everyday life. Added to this is the extremely easy cleaning concept with a permanently installed metal brewing group and the new “Click & Clean” program for the milk system and the simple operation via touch display. On the other hand, there is the comparatively high power consumption when preparing espresso and the somewhat loud grinder. The price of just under 1,300 euros is also quite high if you consider that the similar Krups Intuition Experience+ is available for significantly cheaper and performed better in our test.
To establish your kingdom, you must first complete the story quest line. After completing the first two tasks, you will need to meet Istiana and Arzagos. The location of these heroes will be marked with markers. Istiana wants you to support the existing kingdom and help the Empire, while Arzagos wants to destroy it. However, the requirements to complete the mission are the same for both parties.
To build your own empire, the hardest thing to do is get a deal available to you. To do this, join one of the factions and deserve to be elected as the head of the colony. Or, optionally, take any city under siege. Either way, you have to fight, because even if you are elected ruler, you will have to leave the current kingdom to establish your kingdom, which means that it will regard you as a traitor and declare war. However, there is a small chance that no one will declare war on you. In any case, imagine that you survived the war and are now the owner of your colony. What to do next?
First war
The best way to increase your chances of survival is to bring other clans into your faction. To do this, select the faction that is near your territory and press N to open the game’s encyclopedia. From the encyclopedia menu, select « Kingdom » and the one that interests you. A page will open with all the clans of this faction. Click on each clan to find their leader. If you are having difficulty, you can check the list below.
Please note that no faction leader is listed below, because for obvious reasons you cannot recruit him. In addition, here is a list of the first Lords. As you read it, Acerai may have already been destroyed and some of its leaders have been recruited by other factions. But the names of the leaders will still come in handy, as you can hire them even if they have already managed to join another faction. The main thing is to be able to convince them and pay the necessary money.
– Western Empire: Apys, Crotor, Tynops, Desporion, Saratis, Achios, Vipon.
Talk to any clan leader and try to attract them to your faction. To increase the chances of persuasion, you need to increase the level of charisma. We describe increasing the level of all skills in more detail in a separate guide. If you don’t want to save and restart the game before each attempt, I suggest you skip this moment entirely until you have a high enough charisma level. Since if you fail and save, the game will no longer allow you to repeat the same conversation with the leader of that clan. And the same goes for each of the available ones.
Choose the name of the kingdom.
After persuasion is complete, some clan leaders may demand compensation. It can be a small amount or quite a large amount. Sometimes even up to 0.5 million dinars! And in some situations, clan leaders come to see you for free. Now what happens next: Some leaders will keep the enmities that belong to them (from the previous realm) or be lost. In the first case, you can go to war with this clan.
Instead of clans, you can hire mercenaries. They will work for you, no one will attract them, but you will have to pay them for the Influence Points they bring to your piggy bank. Use them if you have a lot of money or as a last resort.
War
After recruiting the leaders of the other clans, you must make sure that they do not leave your kingdom. You must present fiefdoms to all affiliate leaders who do not have one. And then you have to go to war. You can’t complete Bannerlord’s main quest, largely because the game just doesn’t allow you to stop the plot. You will fight constantly. And if that doesn’t happen, storm any city and the war won’t take long. Currently, the game’s diplomatic system is not working.
I propose to accumulate a certain amount before the start of the war (something like 100,000 dinars). The reason is that after winning enough fights, you should try to redeem yourself. And for that, you need money. As well as making peace with another enemy faction, which will declare war on the way. Waging two wars simultaneously 1 is not practical. As soon as you have an enemy, open the kingdom screen (K), select the “Armies” section and create your own by gathering all the troops in the kingdom. To get an even bigger army, you can summon your allies and create separate groups via the clan screen (L key). A good army has around 500 units, but you can always find larger and more powerful enemy armies.
