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Powering a console like the Nintendo Switch takes a tremendous amount of energy, and there aren't many good options out there right now.
All Articles by Russell Holly
Wands at the ready
Here's how to beat your enemies in Wizarding Challenges in Wizards Unite
Gather your best battle buds and get ready to take on the monsters contained within Fortresses.
What it’s all about
Wizards, Pokémon, Hackers, and the remarkable success of Niantic
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Every time this company re-ignites the spark, I am reminded of how great Niantic really is.
It’s a bad plan
What happens when you get caught cheating in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite?
Niantic’s rules for cheating are solid, so don’t try to Slytherin your way around them.
Flipendo that switch
You don’t need AR Mode to play Wizards Unite
As much fun as seeing Hagrid show up in your living room is, AR Mode sucks up a lot of battery and you’re probably better off disabling it most of the time.
Take your time but also hurry
Nintendo has confirmed a Breath of the Wild sequel is on the way
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No more DLC coming for Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, because there's a whole new game in this universe on the way.
Better tools for everyone
Everything you need to know about ARKit 3
On top of the obvious generational leaps, Apple’s next set of Augmented Reality tools are all about empowering creators of every skill level.
ABSOLUTE POWER
Niantic teases Lake Guardian Trio coming to Pokemon Go
The of the most powerful Gen 4 Pokemon are headed to Go soon.
A lot to absorb
Apple cancels AirPower, citing inability to meet quality standards
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Apple has officially canceled its AirPower project, citing the difficult it was having meeting the standards of quality they expected from the charging mat.
Audio Mystery at it's finest
Klaxo, the totally not haunted radio, is my new favorite game
This is easily the most unique thing at GDC 2019.
This is bad
Please don't buy Nintendo's VR kit for the Switch
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There have been whispers of a VR kit for Nintendo's latest console since its launch, but there will never be a way to do this safely or enjoyably.
Damn good food
Impossible Burger 2.0 Hands On: A glance into the future
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We went hands, eyes, and mouths on the latest breakthrough from the folks at Impossible Foods.
This is really good
Coolpad has a smartwatch for kids, and it's pretty great
Coolpad is growing beyond its smartphone roots and pushing forward to family-focused tech. Its first smartwatch fo kids shows the company is taking this new focus very seriously.
new homekit things!
Apple's HomeKit partner list has grown considerably today
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CES is all about smart home tech this year, and a lot of those cool new gadgets are launching with HomeKit support.
Choose your team
Pokémon GO is finally getting PVP battles, and here's how it works
At long last, you will finally be able to battle your friends and determine who among you is truly the best like no one ever was.
Can't stop won't stop
You should be using AR to help with your holiday shopping
I do most of my shopping from my phone anyway, but ARView makes it super easy to confirm my gift will be perfect.
Gotta Go Fast
Every Pokémon you can ride in Pokémon Let’s Go
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There’s an unusual list of Pokémon you can physically ride when they follow you in the game, and the results are hilarious.
Your new companion
How to use your Poké Ball Plus with Pokémon GO
You can bring your Poké Ball Plus with you anywhere, and when it's paired to your phone you get a whole lot of extra features!
Not quite laptop not quite tablet
iPad Pro vs. Surface Go: Which should you buy?
Apple and Microsoft have been dominating this category from opposing perspectives, and choosing between the two has never been more difficult.
Augment my reality
Niantic's massive reboot to Ingress, called Prime, is finally here
Step one of a huge campaign to completely revitalize the first global AR game has arrived, and it is fantastic.