Buying a new computer just because you want to utilize another operating system is not a necessity. Check out our handpicked selection of the best virtual machine applications, so you can emulate one OS inside another no matter what your platform or budget is.
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Modern computers are ridiculously capable, yet most are still bound by cords that can clutter your workspace. This annoyance can be conquered, however, by going wireless with peripherals, choosing an adjustable monitor stand, and organizing the few cables you can't ditch completely.
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DDR4 RAM is on the horizon, but what will it do for our computing devices once it starts showing up in them? You can learn more about what's next in computer memory here.
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The top tips and tricks you need to know to beat every level in Blek from start to finish!
Blek ingeniously turns a challenging puzzle game into a work of art. Draw patterns on the screen that bob and weave in and out of obstacles. Along the way you must collect all the colored dots on the screen while avoiding the black dots. While it may sound simple, there are many possible solutions to each level and sometimes none of them are very obvious. That's where iMore comes in! Here are the tips and tricks we think you need to know to blaze your way through even more levels!
Your pattern always starts off exactly as you started it at the beginning. This happens the second you remove your finger from the screen. Be sure when you lift your finger up, you are exactly where you want your line to start repeating. Sometimes it takes multiple tries to get it just right but the most important element is starting off exactly where you need to be.
Don't always focus on drawing curvy lines in Blek. Sometimes square patterns will save the day and get around obstacles curvy patterns just aren't suited for. This is especially true in levels where you have a grid of black dots to deal with. Draw squares and portions of squares in order to avoid edges and obstacles better.
If you're working on a level that has a set of black dots that is seemingly useless, think again. Typically these dots mirror the section that contains the colored dots you'll need to collect. Use this as a launch pad to start your line. Normally it's going to be the easiest way to plot your course.
Blek is a shining example of a game where the most obviously solution normally is the solution. Don't second guess yourself and if you think it seems to easy, you may be wrong. Since you can't die or run out of lives, what do you have to lose? Just remember to think simple before you think complex.
I've beaten several levels in Blek by sheer luck. I created a line that managed to collect most of the colored dots but missed one or two. Sometimes it's impulse to tap the screen and start over when this happens. Instead, wait and let your lines bounce. Many times they may surprise you and run into the colored dot you need before bouncing out of sight or into a black dot.
In many levels timing will matter. This is especially true in levels with white dots that are contained within a colored dot. If they're spinning, you'll need to plan your moves carefully and look at what's on the board. Do you need to create a chain reaction? Do you need to draw slower or faster? Remember that whatever speed you draw your line, that is the speed it will repeat at.
How you draw lines and arches and mirrored exactly as you draw them. That means if your line is the tiniest bit diagonal, it won't be straight. The same goes for bends and curves. Be sure they're the same height on each side or your line probably won't repeat the way you want it to.
Drawing a circle and meeting the beginning and end of your line will create a portal. Place two of them and then draw a line that enters one. It will then exit from the other. This is a handy trick and one that'll definitely come in handy on levels where you'll need to get on the other side of the board to capture one last dot.
If you've been mesmerized by Blek and its fun yet challenging dynamic, have you come across any tips, hints, or cheats that would help other iMore readers get through levels faster? If so, be sure to share them in the comments!
Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. will soon open its doors at New York City's Discovery Times Square. The exhibit, a collaboration between Victory Hill Exhibitions, Marvel, NASA and the National Academy of Sciences, is perhaps the most ambitious and expensive production that's ever been put on at Discovery. It offers visitors an immersive tour of Marvel's universe and incorporates dozens of props from The Avengers , Captain America, and more. But the experience as a whole is what will stand...
Not only is the NSA interested in all your email and text messages, it would love to know exactly what you look like. The New York Times reports that the agency has been using new facial recognition software to tap into millions of images in emails, texts messages, video-conferences, and even social media to build a massive visual database.
Rumors of Mitsubishi's death have been greatly exaggerated, they are still producing some exciting concepts. The latest is the stunning XR-PHEV Evolution Vision, an entirely digital concept that is making its debut on Gran Turismo 6.
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Your brain was meant for hacking, and the U.S. military and a professor of electrical engineering are among the latest parties to espouse that view. DARPA is researching brain implants, while a professor is trying to protect our privacy.
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Artist Jonathan Keats began a photo project using pinhole cameras to capture 100-year exposures of Berlin, with help from local residents. The images will be exhibited 100 years later.
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If you are suffering from bugs, irritations, and defects with your Xperia Z2 Tablet, you are not alone. Here’s our roundup of the most common issues, with some soothing solutions to help you get them fixed.
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Popular RSS app Reeder has finally released the long awaited Reeder 2 update for the Mac. Since the first version of Reeder was dependent upon Google Reader, which has long been discontinued, the service had to be reworked to incorporate other RSS services. The iOS version was updated a while back but the Mac app provided a different kind of challenge, according to Reeder's developer, Silvio Rizzi. A year later and Reeder 2 has finally landed. So was it worth the excruciatingly long wait?
Anyone who has ever used Reeder on the Mac in the past or is currently using Reeder 2 for iOS will still feel right at home on Reeder 2 for Mac. The changes are subtle enough to make long time Reeder users comfortable but they're enough also let them appreciate the new version. The overall design has been tweaked to be smoother, flatter, and even more sleek than it was before. The tones are similar to that of Reeder 2 for iOS, so if you like them on mobile, you'll love the Mac version. There are also a few themes you can choose from to suit your tastes. I personally prefer the darker themes with white text.
Reeder 2 for Mac now supports Feedbin, Feedly, Feed Wrangler, Fever and Readability. if you would prefer, you can also use local or standalone feeds with no account if you prefer. However, standalone feeds won't offer sync. If you have multiple RSS accounts, you can add them all and quickly toggle between them in the far left navigation pane. When you don't need to see your accounts, just use a swipe gesture to hide it. The main interface and navigation of Reeder remains largely unchanged from its predecessor. Cascading panes allow you to drill down into your feeds. The first hierarchy will contain your feeds or folders — whichever you choose in settings. You can then click into individual feeds and finally view articles. The article view supports mobile and full blown web views.
Sharing content remains largely unchanged from the previous version of Reeder for Mac. You can copy URLs and enjoy the same one-click sharing settings Reeder has always offered in a convenient drop-down menu located right above the article view.
Reeder 2 offers a lot of customizable keyboard shortcuts and gestures that can help make how you consume news a little more personalized. For instance, you can add a quick keyboard shortcut for copying a link or moving to the next feed. You can also change swipe gestures to suit your needs. For example, I prefer swiping up on article view to send the article to Pocket, and with Reeder 2 I can easily do that.
I've been using Reeder on iOS and Mac for as long as I can remember. For the past year or so I've had to turn to other Mac RSS apps to fill the gap Reeder left when Google Reader shut down. After using Reeder 2 for only a few days, I feel as if that gap has been filled again. I missed the simplicity and elegance that Reeder brings to the table. Is it the most feature packed RSS app available? Probably not. But the experience it brings with it more than makes up for it.
If you've tried out Reeder 2 for Mac, was it worth the extremely long wait in your opinion? Or did you expect more this time around? Let me know in the comments!
