Technology News for Friday 20th May 2022

1. Sims 4 is getting camping and nightlife DLC soon

It's easy to forget that The Sims 4 is stupidly popular. Like, folks are currently going feral over two DLC kits! Most eight-year-old games would kill for this sort of attention. On Thursday, EA announced that the Moonlight Chic and Little Campers kits ...

2. Southwest Florida food banks need help feeding inflation-impacted families

More and more families need help putting food on the table as inflation soars worldwide, and food banks are feeling the pressure to keep up. They say it reminds them of the early days of the coronavirus pandemic.

3. World's most expensive car: Mercedes sells for record $143 million

The car was named after its creator and chief engineer, Rudolf Uhlenhaut, and was sold at auction to a private collector on May 5, according to Mercedes-Benz. Its known for its racing technology and distinctive "gullwing" doors.

4. TikTok hopes the next way to capture your attention is in gaming

TikTok is working on a “major push into gaming” and is reportedly testing mini-games on the platform in Vietnam. In partnership with mobile gaming studio Zynga, the company is making ad-supported HTML5 games that could release on the platform later ...

5. Researchers develop a virus that works even when iPhone is switched off

According to them, the useful feature comes with the potential to be exploited. iPhone's Bluetooth chip is responsible for geolocation via the Find My network and it cannot encrypt the code it runs. Researchers from the University of Darmstadt were able to ...

6. MacBook Pro stage light lawsuit dismissed; court said Apple didn't have to disclose the flaw

Some owners of MacBook Pro models made in 2016-2018 reported a two-part problem with the displays, which occur after some period of use. The first symptom is uneven backlighting at the bottom of ...

7. Mercedes-AMG One: board must've been "drunk" to approve hypercar

“The team at AMG and the [AMG] High Performance Powertrain Formula 1 arm came to us about four years ago and said 'we've got a great idea, let's put a Formula 1 engine into a road car'.

8. Qualcomm's New Wireless AR Glasses Are Made to Blend With Phones

If you want to know the direction of VR and AR products these past few years, you can get an easy sneak peek by following what Qualcomm does. The chipmaker's processors are in most AR/VR headsets right now, and the company's latest reference design for AR ...

9. Apple Supplier BOE Could Be Frozen Out of Supply Chain for iPhone 14 OLED Panels

Apple supplier BOE is still waiting to receive approval from Apple to manufacture OLED panels for the upcoming iPhone 14 series, after the company was found to have made design changes without Apple's approval (via The Elec). iPhone 13 Face ID

10. Use these tips to free up storage on your phone fast

Summer is approaching fast and you know what that means: we're going to be taking lots of pictures and videos with our smartphones. Don't get caught in the middle of a Kodak moment (does anyone say that anymore?) with that dreaded “Out of storage” ...

11. $143 Million Mercedes-Benz 300SLR Is the Most Expensive Car in the World

A little spring cleaning over at Mercedes-Benz has resulted in a new record for most valuable car in the world. The automaker has confirmed that it has sold one of its two incredibly rare 300SLR Uhlenhaut coupes to a private collector for a whopping ...

12. Amazon's updating the foundation of Fire OS to something a bit more modern

According to Amazon's developer documentation, the update could bring a few new user features. For one, it brings a system-wide dark mode to the OS that developers can make their app follow. Mostly, though, it's good for privacy and security.

13. Genshin Impact patch 2.7 livestream codes

Most importantly, we got several codes that award Primogems and other rewards shown during the stream. Our Genshin Impact 2.7 livestream code list provides you with the three stream codes for rewards and explains how to redeem them.

14. Grab Refurbished Kindles and Fire Tablets for As Low As $20

And if buying refurbished things makes you nervous, have no fear -- the devices come with a 90-day Woot limited warranty. This offer is valid now through May 25 while supplies last.

15. Apple's AR, VR Headset: Report Says It Could Be Coming Soon

Apple has also ramped up development of its reality operating system, which will run on the headset, people familiar with the work told Bloomberg. The headset reportedly combines elements of augmented and virtual reality ...

16. iPhone Demand Remains High Despite Technology Market Slowdown, Say Analysts

iPhone demand this quarter has thus far remained "surprisingly resilient" despite the widespread supply chain issues and other factors affecting the tech industry, according to Wedbush analysts Daniel Ives and John Katsingris.

17. iPhone eSIM bug randomly deactivating iMessage and FaceTime, requiring physical SIM

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman experienced the issue with T-Mobile, but others report they've experienced the same issue with other carriers … What is an eSIM?

18. The Absolute Best RPGs on Nintendo Switch

From long-running franchises like Dragon Quest to classic-styled originals like Triangle Strategy, Nintendo's hybrid system boasts a wealth of epic adventures that will scratch any player's role-playing itch. Here are our picks for the best RPGs on ...

19. 2023 BMW M4 CSL revives lightweight CSL designation

BMW M GmbH is marking 50 years of operation this year with, among other things, the revival of its CSL program. Originally standing for “coupe sport lightweight,” the CSL moniker hasn't been appended to any models for 18 years.

20. Apple Support scam cons woman out of $1500, here's how to identify fakes

The next time you look for help with one of your devices, beware of Apple Support scams. With multiple tech support scams out there, bad actors are looking to take your money. One Denver woman found out the hard way after seeking help with her new ...

21. Samsung Unveils Beautiful Poke Ball Galaxy Buds 2 Charging Case

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Poke Ball charging case cover is apparently a South Korean exclusive. Samsung. Pokemon trainers who aren't concerned about fitting their ...

22. Apple's mixed reality headset challenges from Jony Ive to battery life, heat, cost, and lack of discipline

Apple CEO Tim Cook and then–Chief Design Officer Jonathan Ive were among the executives who viewed VR demos on prototype headsets that simulated how the two approaches would differ, according to two people familiar with the demos.

23. Apple display supplier BOE may lose all iPhone 14 orders after trying to cheat

The global chip shortage was created by a mix of factors. These include increased demand for technology during the pandemic, COVID-related production disruption, and a growing demand for chips by car-makers; as cars rely on increasing numbers of ...

24. Nintendo Switch Sports review: Moves like Jagger - Technobubble Gaming

Ruh-roh. Sixteen years ago, Wii Sports created a gaming sensation that got casual and longtime gamers alike gesturing desperately in front of the television screens — perhaps even occasionally sending their Wiimotes flying through the ...