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The Morning After: Apple fixed the 'butterfly' MacBook Pro keyboard - Engadget

Posted: 22 May 2019 03:30 AM PDT

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If you've been waiting to upgrade to a new MacBook Pro, then today's news could be just what you need to hear. Otherwise, we've got a detailed breakdown of PS5 info straight from Sony, an esports lawsuit worth paying attention to and a big update rolling out for Windows 10.

Our long national nightmare is over (maybe).Apple says it fixed the MacBook Pro keyboard

After acknowledging problems with the butterfly mechanism in its MacBook keyboards and later offering next-day repairs, the company is now attempting to address the underlying design. Now, Apple says it's using different materials in the keyboard mechanism, which it hopes will address these complaints. Additionally, the company is extending the standard one-year warranty for keyboard issues that would normally be covered by the care plan to up to four years, and said repaired units will get the unspecified new materials.

In case you needed any more reason to upgrade, Apple also refreshed its CPU options with eighth- and ninth-generation Core Intel chips. The 15-inch MBP can include an eight-core i9 unit for the first time, while the 13-inch gets by with quad-core i5 and i7 setups, all starting at the same price as before.

The full breakdown.Sony just laid out everything there is to know (so far) about the PS5

During a corporate strategy presentation, Sony listed all the next-gen gaming information it has revealed so far. Cloud gaming and discs? Check. Support for resolutions going all the way up to 8K? Check. 3D audio, ray tracing and an SSD? Check, check, check. Unfortunately, Sony still has yet to reveal when the PS5 will come out -- we know for sure that it won't appear this year -- or where it will first become available, and how much it will cost.

Available now.Firefox is about to get much, much faster

The latest release of Firefox prioritizes its performance management "to-do" list with a set of features that'll load pages up to 40 to 80 percent quicker. The browser will now suspend idle tabs, delay lesser-used scripts and skip unnecessary work during start-ups. Version 67 also includes a bunch of new privacy features, including a fingerprinting and cryptomining blocker (turn this feature on via Content Blocking in settings) and private browsing personalization.

Stop us if you've heard this one before.Google stored some business passwords as plain text

Google has warned G Suite users that an "error" in a password recovery implementation left some of their passwords unhashed on its internal systems since 2005 until that method was discontinued. Other plaintext passwords had been temporarily stored since January 2019. According to Google, there's no evidence the information was misused, but in case you needed another reason to enable multifactor authentication, here it is.

Industry rule #4,080.Tfue's lawsuit against FaZe has been a long time coming

So what happens when the most popular Fortnite player in the world sues the esports team he plays for? We're about to find out, now that Turner Tenney, aka Tfue, has claimed that FaZe Clan is breaking California labor laws. Who prevails could hang on the question of whether a gamer who spends a lot of his time streaming instead of competing can be defined as an artist/performer or as an athlete. How this all shakes out -- and how it affects who gets paid from streaming and sponsorships -- could have major implications across the still-developing world of esports.

Engadget's Guide to Parenting in the Digital AgeHow to buy tech gifts for other people's kids

Gone are the days when you could just buy a doll or toy truck and know that it would be enjoyed by the child and fairly noncontroversial with the parents. While there's no silver bullet gift since every kid is different, there are some general guidelines you can follow when purchasing a tech gift for kids, one that won't have the other adults glaring at you or the kids tossing it to the side in favor of something shinier.

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Fortnite X Michael Jordan NBA collaboration Coming Soon To Fortnite Battle Royale - Fortnite Insider

Posted: 21 May 2019 08:05 AM PDT

The MOTD (Message of the Day) has updated to announce a new collaboration coming to Fortnite Battle Royale, Fortnite X Michael Jordan.

Epic release weekly updated for Fortnite Battle Royale with a weekly rotation of client/patch updates and content updates. Epic update the MOTD feed in-game to announce a new collaboration coming to the game Fortnite X Michael Jordan

The in-game news feed updated to announce the collaboration. You can see an image and description of the new item below.

"Game recognize game, drop in tomorrow".

We should see the Basketball skins in the item shop tomorrow after the v9.10 update goes live. The basketball skins are Jumpshot and Triple Threat, both of which were last released 316 days ago. We'll possibly see a Michael Jordan skin in the Item Shop once downtime for the update ends, similar to the recent Fortnite John Wick Skin.

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This is the second collaboration that'll be coming to Fortnite Battle Royale this season. Last week's v9.01 update introduced a brand new Assault Rifle, The Tactical Assault Rifle. A day after the patch, Epic released the Wick's Bounty LTM and John Wick skin.

There's no official time and date as to when the next update will go live, however, we do know that the next update is v9.10.

We'll keep you updated when a time and date for the upcoming v9.10 update is announced.

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This 43-inch Vizio 4K HDR TV is just $240 during Walmart’s Memorial Day sale - Digital Trends

Posted: 21 May 2019 04:40 PM PDT

A 4K TV is an investment, albeit one that won't appreciate over time. For that reason, it's important to choose a television that will last, like the 43-inch Vizio D43-F1, which is on sale right now through Walmart for $240 — down $130 from the usual $370.

Here's the kicker: Walmart has its own 43-inch 4K TV that retails for $200 and lurks miles behind the D43-F1, lacking what Vizio's branded a Spatial Scaling Engine, which transforms HD and Full HD content into 4K Ultra HD, among other things.

There are few TVs that offer more in the smart department than a Vizio, and that's because they're filled to the brim with useful features, including the firm's WatchFree service — a free resource that's home to more than a hundred live TV channels.

The newest models, including the D43-F1 on offer, also come with a Chromecast baked in for one-click access to a number of leading streaming services, like Hulu and Netflix, though Amazon Prime Video isn't supported (but there is a workaround).

It isn't all software and no performance, either. The screen is crisp, clear and has a fantastic viewing angle; action scenes are handled with ease, thanks to its blazing fast 120Hz refresh rate; and there's multi-format HDR for extracting extra detail.

The only downside is the D43-F1 is a little petite, with the screen measuring in at just 43-inches, but if you don't have the space for something larger in your living room, or you're searching for an affordable TV to bung in your bedroom, it's perfect.

All hope is not lost for those looking for a sizeable bargain 4K TV to sit at the center of their home entertainment setup, however. Walmart has discounted a number of rival Samsung's 4K TVs — there's a 50-inch model for $330 and a 65-inch one for $600.

Bargain hunters on the lookout for more unmissable deals should head over to our list of the best Memorial Day sales. We'll be updating it from now through the end of the month, so we'd suggest making it your one-stop shop for all the latest savings.

Wondering what makes a great TV? Check out our buying guide.

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