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How a 'Star Wars' nerd made VFX software for the rest of us

If you've ever tried to make your own movie, you know that emulating J.J. Abrams isn't easy. [Read more...]

The makers of 'Titanfall' are working on a 'Star Wars' game

Respawn is ready to break out of the Titanfall mold... and in a way you probably didn't expect. [Read more...]

Building community through arcades and beer

It's springtime in downtown Phoenix, and Cobra Arcade Bar is open for business. Wednesday afternoon sunlight spills through two massive open windows at the front of the bar, illuminating silver tap handles, neon-splattered paintings from local artists and shiny black booths. [Read more...]

Switch devices on and off from your iPhone

Eve Energy gives real-time insights on your energy usage. If you realize you've left something on, it lets you switch devices off right from your smartphone. This outlet is seriously cool so get on it. Your wallet will love you forever.

Government officials can no longer be ignorant about cybersecurity

It's sort of cute when someone you know, usually an older family member, announces that he doesn't understand Facebook or smartphones. [Read more...]

Apple Music could be getting a revamp in June (update: details)

As the one year anniversary of Apple Music approaches, a report suggests it could be getting an overhaul. [Read more...]

Garmin's Vivomove is a stylish fitness watch

After introducing the Approach X40 last month, Garmin's back with another new wearable. This time it's the Vivomove, a stylish fitness tracker that looks like a traditional watch. [Read more...]

The 'Star Wars' holographic chess game is nearly a reality

"Let's be real: Any article you read about Magic Leap or any AR platform, the first thing they talk about is Holochess." That's Mike Levine, the former senior effects specialist at LucasArts and the current CEO of mobile game developer Happy Giant. [Read more...]