June 16, 2010

E3 2010: First Look at the New Silent Hill

At E3 today Konami showed the first trailer of its next Silent Hill game, with the working title of Silent Hill 8.

The game is scheduled to launch in 2011 on the PS3 and Xbox 360, and promises to be "a next generation horror game that fans truly deserve," according to a statement released today by Konami.

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June 15, 2010

E3 2010: Sony Announces its New Premium PSN Service, PlayStation Plus

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It should come as a surprise to no one after being rumored for such a long time, but Sony has finally announced its premium online service called PlayStation Plus. The current slate of PlayStation Network features -- including online play -- will continue to remain free. The new subscription service will cost $49.99 for a 12 month subscription or $17.99 for 3 months, with a free 3 month trial available for a limited time.

Among the features you'll enjoy by subscribing to Plus are early access to demos, invites to select game betas, discounts on certain PlayStation Store content, and automatic downloads of content like patches and firmware that will be pushed to your system. And for as long as you subscribe to Plus, you'll get free access to several games: Wipeout HD, a trial of Infamous, PlayStation Minis Fieldrunners and Age of Zombies, and the PS1 Classic Rally Cross. Other perks were also promised for subscribers, but that's all that was detailed during the press conference.

PlayStation Plus will be available later this month.


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Power A Makes a Wireless Xbox 360 Controller for the PS3 [Ps3 Controller]

This is the best PlayStation 3 controller right now, precisely because it's not shaped like a PS3 controller. More »

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June 14, 2010

New 250GB and 500GB PS3 Consoles Planned For This Year? [Gaming]

Add up last week's FCC outing of the two new PS3 models with today's "industry source" who confirmed to CVG the existence of 250GB and 500GB consoles this year, and what do we have? Potential for something biiiiiig. More »



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Microsoft announces a leaner, meaner Xbox 360

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Well, it’s official. Today during its E3 keynote, Microsoft took the wraps off the latest and greatest version of the Xbox 360. Described as being “sleeker, smaller, whisper quiet,” the new 360 has a 250GB HDD, built-in Wi-Fi n, and a super sexy $299 price tag. It begins shipping today. Excited?

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Rumor: Natal Named Kinect, Xbox 360 Redesign Leaked

An advertisement for an unannounced redesigned Xbox 360 has appeared online, according to reports. The ad also acknowledges that the final name of Project Natal will be Kinect.

Several websites and forums are reporting that the advertisement seen above appeared earlier today on the Italian website Console Tribe. We're unable to verify the legitimacy of the advertisement at press time (as it appears to have been removed from the site), but given the frequency of report we're seeing, this seems legitimate.

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June 13, 2010

10 Awesome Apple iPad Decals [PICS]

If you’re looking for a way to get your iPad to stand out from the crowd, then a decal for the device’s undecorated backside just might do the trick.

In our humble opinion, anything that adds a little bit of spice and wit to daily life is a good thing, and these vinyl decals for Apple’s new iPad — many of which play with the Apple logo — do that with aplomb.

Have a browse through our pictures of the best examples available on Etsy and let us know in the comments which one you’d go for — and why.


1. Sent From My iPad


Referencing the "Sent from my iProduct" message that Apple auto-adds to emails sent from its portable products, this is certainly one for proud owners of the new tablet.Cost: $9.99, Etsy Shop: LuckyLabs


2. Dr. Edgerton's Apple iPad Vinyl Decal


Perfect for science geeks, this is a tribute to MIT prof Dr. Harold Edgerton's pioneering work with the stroboscope and recreates, in vinyl, his "bullet hitting an apple" experiment.Cost: $8, Etsy Shop: SuzieAutomatic


3. Ace of Apples


This instantly recognizable design will cleverly turn the back of your iPad into the "ace of apples," an idea we'd love to see developed further with other tech company "playing cards." Who would the other three companies be?Cost: $6, Etsy Shop: LapTatt


4. Coffee Rings


Preposterous! As if you'd let a cup of coffee anywhere near your precious 'pad!Cost: $13, Etsy Shop: MacSlaps


5. Obama Logo


Show your allegiance to the President with this decal that emulates the familiar Obama "O" logo as seen throughout his presidential campaign.Cost: $4.99, Etsy Shop: kysportsxchange


6. Nikon D90 Mode Dial


Combine your love of photography with your love for your iPad with a camera dial decal. This depicts the dial from the D90, but versions from other cameras are also available.Cost: $18, Etsy Shop: SuzieAutomatic


7. Rainbow Apple Logo


We just love the simplicity of this retro Apple logo that will fit neatly over the colorless, more modern version on your iPad.Cost: $3.50, Etsy Shop: CoolDecal


8. Lady Gaga Decal


The over-top, cartoonish phenomenon of Lady Gaga translates well into a line drawing. Here, the new queen of pop can decorate your iPad while cupping your Apple in one gloved hand.Cost: $15.99, Etsy Shop: IvyBee


9. Crossbones


Another super simple and super effective design. Add this crossbones decal to your iPad if you like your beer groggy, your parrots on your shoulder and your women wench-y. Yaarrrr!Cost: $2.49, Etsy Shop: LastFuse


10. LEGO-esque Minifig Man


The iconic Minifig gets immortalized in vinyl and gets an apple for a head with this LEGO-themed decal that's perfect for fans of the Danish toy bricks.Cost: $10, Etsy Shop: MovieMagicMan



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Stoner Duo Busted for Ambitious "Blue Dream" Pot-for-iPad Craigslist Ad!

Pro tip: When you post a Craigslist ad proposing an iPad-for-"blue dream straight outta Cali" marijuana trade and also post a picture of said illegal substance for all to see, the local police will find and arrest you. More »

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June 10, 2010

Dreamcast Games Officially Coming to Xbox Live, PlayStation Network

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It's official, folks: Dreamcast games are coming to Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network. The festivities are scheduled to begin sometime this fall around the 11-year anniversary of the Dreamcast's U.S. launch.

First up for rerelease are the original Sonic Adventure and Crazy Taxi. No official announcements have been made regarding further Dreamcast titles, but earlier leaks pointed to Jet Grind Radio and Shenmue II also getting the XBLA/PSN treatment.

These aren't just simple ports, either. Sega's upped the resolution across the board, along with adding online leaderboards, Achievements/Trophies, and support for surround sound.

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The Making of the Mortal Kombat Short

The live-action Mortal Kombat trailer (above) was the director's pitch to Warner Bros. on how he would like to reboot the franchise -- but how did he actually make it? A Collider interview with director Kevin Tancharoen sheds some light on the motivations, methods, and how at least one person involved in the short is already officially signed on for the next feature film.

You might not know Tancharoen's name, and he seems like the last person to direct a dark Mortal Kombat film. His previous credits include dancing in You Got Served, directing music specials for Britney Spears and the Pussycat Dolls, and the feature film Fame in 2009. "It got to a point where we just kept talking about it," he said, "and I just had to do it. It took over a two-month span of time. I shot this whole thing in two days on two Red cameras that were donated to me with a group of friends who all believed in the cause." He says all the shooting took place in April, but the post and editing alone took two months, and effects specialists donated their time.

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