Info- 2421: social media, virtual reality, user experience

The lines between personal experiences and data collection are becoming increasingly blurred. With every click, swipe, and search query, it feels like we're unwittingly participating in a massive algorithmic experiment-a notion circulating ...read more

E-sports, or electronic sports, has evolved from a niche hobby into a multi-billion dollar industry captivating audiences worldwide. This transformation affects not only competitive gaming, but also the cultural influences and stories ...read more

Welcome to the world of game design! Developing an engaging and meaningful player progression system is crucial to keeping players engaged and satisfied over the long term. In this blog post, we'll analyze player progression systems in ...read more

A question that has sparked endless debate among gamers, developers, and tech enthusiasts is whether mobile controls are inherently too restrictive for complex games. As smartphones become increasingly powerful and enable a variety of apps ...read more

Face ID, a biometric security feature introduced by Apple in its iPhones, has revolutionized the way we interact with our devices. Advanced facial ...read more

Backing up your iPhone is essential for preserving data, photos, messages, and other important information. Apple provides multiple methods for backing up your device, including iCloud and iTunes/Finder on a computer. While most people are ...read more

Few people have left such an indelible mark as game director and narrative designer Amy Hennig. In her more than two-decade-long career, Hennig has ...read more

While these advances bring convenience and efficiency to our lives, they also pose new challenges regarding data privacy and consent. One ...read more

Developers often face a difficult balancing act between creating a quality product and meeting fan expectations. A common tactic used by some developers is to overpromise their game's performance in order to temporarily appease fans who ...read more

Role-playing games (RPGs) have become an integral part of the genre. A key feature of these games is their reliance on automated combat systems. This blog post explores why most mobile RPGs opt for automated combat systems and explores the ...read more

Developers always strive to provide their players with a seamless gaming experience. But as with any complex system, even the best-laid plans can go awry. This story concerns one particular game where a critical patch inadvertently ...read more

iCloud is Apple's robust cloud service that allows users to store and sync content across various devices, including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more. While iCloud offers a plethora of benefits, managing its storage space can sometimes ...read more

Git has become an essential tool for developers due to its distributed architecture and powerful features. One of these features is the staging area, which allows users to manage changes before they are saved to the repository. However, ...read more

Mobile gaming has become an integral part of our lives. From casual puzzle games to engaging role-playing games, these apps are not only a source of entertainment but also a massive data collector. As users spend countless hours playing ...read more

Manual test flow analysis is a bottleneck. But what if artificial intelligence (AI) could become the ultimate cartographer, meticulously analyzing every test path to uncover hidden efficiency opportunities? This blog post explores how AI ...read more

The search for fresh and diverse game content is a constant challenge. This blog post explores how generative AI is revolutionizing weapon design, enabling the development of a variety of unique and engaging items.read more

Influencer marketing has evolved into one of the most effective and innovative forms of advertising. From its inception to becoming a cornerstone of modern marketing strategies, the evolution of influencer marketing has been remarkable. ...read more

From social media to online shopping, these platforms connect us to information and services on an unprecedented scale. However, the rapid growth of ...read more

The gaming industry is experiencing a growing trend known as "subscription creep": players inadvertently subscribing to expensive subscription services without realizing it. This phenomenon is particularly concerning with ...read more

Social media platforms have become an integral part of our daily lives. A key feature of these platforms is personalized feeds, which curate content based on users' preferences and behavior. While personalized feeds are intended to ...read more