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Sunday, 30 June 2019
Apple told me I'm boring and unproductive and it hurts
Apple has an interesting way of categorizing your phone behavior. Does it make any sense?
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Cozycozy is an accommodation search service that works with hotels and Airbnb
French startup Cozycozy.com wants to make it easier to search for accommodation across a wide range of services. This isn’t the first aggregator in the space and probably not the last one. But this time, it isn’t just about hotels.
When you plan a trip with multiple stops, chances are you end up with a dozen tabs of different services — on Airbnb to look at listings, on a hotel review platform and on a hotel booking platform. Each service displays different prices and has a different inventory.
While there are a ton of services out there, most of them belong to just three companies: Booking Holdings (Booking.com, Priceline, Kayak, Agoda…), Expedia Group (Expedia, Hotels.com, HomeAway, Trivago…) and TripAdvisor (TripAdvisor, HouseTrip, Oyster…). They all operate many different services in order to address as many markets and as many segments as possible.
Cozycozy.com wants to simplify that process by aggregating a ton of services in a single interface — you can find hotels, Airbnb listings, campsites, hostels, boats, home-exchanging apartments… You can filter your results by price or you can exclude some accommodation styles.
The company doesn’t work with hotels and doesn’t handle bookings directly. Instead, the service searches across all the usual suspects. When you want to book, you get redirected to the original listing on Airbnb, Booking.com, Hostelworld, etc.
The startup recently raised a $4.5 million funding round (€4 million) from Daphni, CapDecisif, Raise and many different business angels, such as Xavier Niel, Thibaud Elzière and Eduardo Ronzano.
Cozycozy.com co-founder and chairman Pierre Bonelli also previously founded Liligo.com. It is one of the most popular flight comparison website in France. It was acquired by SNCF in 2010 and then eDreams ODIGEO in 2013.
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Test tube embryo transfer may give near-extinct rhinos a second chance
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5 phones with the best battery life - CNET
We round up the phones with the longest battery life. Did yours make the list?
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Aibo in the house: How Sony's robot dog wins over its owners - CNET
I met two Aibo owners whose enthusiasm for Sony's robot dog seemed extreme at first glance. Now I'm not so sure.
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Microsoft's Ebook Apocalypse Shows the Dark Side of DRM
Microsoft has closed its ebook store—and will soon make their customers' libraries disappear along with it.
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What Boeing’s 737 MAX Has to Do With Cars: Software
Investigators believe faulty software contributed to two fatal crashes. A newly discovered fault will likely will keep the 737 MAX grounded until the fall.
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Test your music system with these great rock tracks - CNET
From Daft Punk to Alt-J, these are the rock (and dance) tracks CNET uses to test speakers and headphones.
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Everything you need to know about autonomous vehicles
Autonomous vehicles are already driving in cities across the US, and the technology is evolving rapidly. As the pursuit of full autonomy heats up, the differences between companies and strategies becomes more evident.
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Awesome Tech You Can’t Buy Yet: Electric surfboards, baby-guarding AI, and more
Check out our roundup of the best new crowdfunding projects and product announcements that hit the web this week. You may not be able to buy this stuff yet, but it sure is fun to gawk!
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The first Emergency in Wizards Unite may not have been all we had hoped for
When you compare it to Pokémon GO this event is pretty subpar
We all need to remember that Harry Potter: Wizards Unite does not exist in a vacuum. This isn't Niantic's first rodeo or even second, this is its third Augmented Reality game, and as such, a lot of the slack I would normally give a company is used up.
Wizards Unite had its first "Community day" style event, called a Task Force Emergency, on June 29, 2019, and by all reports, it did not excite people in the way Niantic may have hoped. There are a lot of people including us here at iMore who found the whole event to be something of a non-starter.
Comparisons have to be made
There is no getting around it, everything Wizards Unite tries to do will be compared to Pokémon GO. It's inevitable and not really a bad thing. Pokémon is one of the largest mobile games of all time and is the direct predecessor to Wizards Unite. When I look at the events and general gameplay of Wizards Unite I expect them to be as good, if not better than Pokémon GO.
So let's talk about Community days a little. A Pokémon community day focuses on one particular Pokémon, and greatly increases the spawn rate of it, while also giving you new attacks to upgrade it with. The idea behind community days is to catch as many of that one Pokémon as possible so you can evolve it to its highest form.
And maybe that is where the Task Force Emergency falls down, it didn't have a purpose or any benefit that we could see. The Emergency was supposed to be an influx of Foundable spawns in general, with double family XP awarded for Care of Magical Creatures Foundables, and the Inns would give you extra spell energy. But that was it. There was no clear goal, and no real reward for the day—just a chance to get a few more of what you already had.
What went wrong?
There were a few issues with the Emergency that we could see. The first being the lack of any measurable increase in spawn rates. When a Pokémon GO community event happens, there is a huge influx of that one Pokémon. In this event, there wasn't much of an increase in Foundables, so it didn't feel different at all. As you can see from the above pictures there is a measurable difference between the spawn rates on the two games.
Even when they did finally spawn, the Traces were never something worthwhile. Community day gave you a chance to potentially get something you hadn't been able to before. It didn't matter if that Pokémon never spawned near you normally, you would still be able to catch them in large numbers. Nothing about the Traces changed in the Emergency, you got the same low-level Flubberworm and Kneazles you always get, with maybe a few Severe or Emergency-level here and there.
To get the most out of the Emergency event, it seemed to do best with three Dark Detectors on Inns. This would make more Foundables show up, though you weren't guaranteed any more Care of Magical Creatures Foundables, which was a big part of the event. I got exactly one high-level Care of Magical Beasts Trace, but unfortunately, it vanished after the second spell cast.
So how could we make it better?
I think this needed to be either more general or more specific. I know that sounds weird but if it were more specific — if it was one Family Frame that appeared much more frequently — then you would reach a goal, Prestiging that frame, which would them make this event worthwhile.
A recent post on Reddit) may help explain why we had so much trouble with the event. Perhaps Niantic didn't do it wrong, we just misunderstood. Despite it saying a "Flare-up" of Foundables, Niantic didn't actually say that the Care of Magical Beasts Traces would increase, only that we would get more XP from them.
Honestly, the entire Emergency would have been saved if the world map had been littered with Magical Beast Traces like the world first thought. If the area was flooded with them you would have fun just catching them, rather than worrying that they are all something you already have.
There is one last thing that could have helped the Emergency and it is a problem I have with the game in general. Give me more actual XP for capturing Foundables, as well as more Family XP. In this way, the grind feels worthwhile, as you are increasing your ability to catch things, not just increasing a stat that makes little difference in the game. This is an issue for the whole game, not just these events, and it needs to be addressed soon.
Conclusion
While this was Niantic's first event on Wizards Unite it isn't its first event ever. There is no real reason for it to have been so dull and unrewarding. With a few tweaks, this could have been really fun, but it was lackluster instead like they had phoned it in. I really hope Niantic takes the community feedback onboard and moves forward in a positive way.
Let us know how you felt about the first Task Force Emergency and how it could be improved in the future.
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Watch: Cow Herd Gets Swept Away During Flash Flood in Minnesota
Over 50 cows were swept away during a flash flood in Minnesota and a shocking video of the incident shows the massive herd moving downstream at fast speeds. Early Friday morning, Bob Eustice, a […]
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Countries back plan to create 'free flow' of data across borders
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AMD Denies Report That It Improperly Shared Sensitive Processor Tech With China
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) denied on Friday the accuracy of a Wall Street Journal report that alleged its joint venture with Chinese companies gave the latter country access to advanced processor technology that could have military applications, saying that did “everything correctly and transparently” and did not…
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Man’s Body Parts Found in Florida Alligator’s Stomach After Drowning Incident
A man who reportedly died near Fort Meade, Florida, was partially eaten by an alligator, according to local authorities. Polk County Sheriff’s Office officials are investigating the death of Michael Ford III, a 45-year-old […]
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SpaceX is still in control of all but three of its internet satellites
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Nintendo Switch Online may soon add retro games from other classic systems
Nintendo hinted that classic games from more platforms beyond the NES may soon be added to Nintendo Switch Online. Gamers are hoping for SNES, Nintendo 64, and GameCube titles to be added to the retro collection.
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What are the max number of levels you can upload in Super Mario Maker 2?
Best Answer: Currently, Super Mario Maker 2 only allows you to upload 32 levels for others to play online.
- Building Bros.: Super Mario Maker 2 ($60 at Amazon)
- A touch extra: Super Mario Maker 2 + Nintendo Switch Online Bundle ($70 at Amazon)
Is 32 uploads enough?
For many upset players, the answer is a resounding no, but this will really depend on how you play the game. Being able to share 32 courses will be plenty for gamers who prefer playing other players' creations rather than making their own. The players who spend hours crafting unique course masterpieces will find the cap incredibly limiting.
When the original Super Mario Maker game first came out on Wii U it also had an upload cap of only 10, but players could increase their upload amount up to 100 if other gamers rated their levels highly. At the moment, it doesn't seem like anything to this effect will be implemented in Super Mario Maker 2, but don't discount Nintendo just yet.
Nintendo has been known to make significant changes to Switch software after a game's initial release, sometimes in response to fan reactions. For example, after hearing people's complaints, Takashi Tezuka, Super Mario Maker 2's producer, has already confirmed that an update is coming that will allow players to search for and play with specific friends online. It's possible that given enough of an uproar, Nintendo will change the upload cap as well — goodness knows there are several people out there that want it. We'll just have to wait and see if Nintendo responds.
While you can only upload 32 courses for others to play online, there are 120 save slots at your disposal. You'll be able to fine tune your creations before determining if they are good enough for others to play.
How many courses can you download from Course World?
Within Super Mario Maker 2's Coursebot, you'll find a tab entitled Downloaded Courses that shows 60 save slots. Whether or not this is enough will once more be a matter of opinion, but we think that's a generous amount for most gamers.
The coolest thing about downloading other gamers' creations is that you'll be able to play them whether or not you have an internet connection. It might be worth downloading a few before going on a big road trip or vacation.
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Create your own levels, explore story mode, play others' creations, and compete against players around the world. This game offers an impressive amount of creative freedom and will keep you entertained for years to come.
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Get access to online content with this bundle
In addition to the level building game, players will get a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership for 50% off its regular price. A membership is necessary for accessing any of Super Mario Maker 2's online features, including online multiplayer and the ability to share your creations with others.
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Saturday, 29 June 2019
Grub’s up? Lab-grown insect meat could be the future of food production
Would you switch to a lab-grown insect flesh diet for the good of our planet? Researchers from Tufts University believe this may be one way to solve some of our food production problems.
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The Honor 20 is a great phone, but it lives in the shadow of its siblings
The Honor 20 is a great little phone. It’s light, has a decent camera, comes in a shiny color, and isn’t all that expensive. Despite this, I question why it needs to exist at all. Here are our impressions.
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SpaceX plans to launch Starship's first commercial flight in 2021
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The iPod Touch 2019 is the cheapest way to iOS 13 - CNET
Commentary: What the latest iPod Touch lacks in screen and battery life, it makes up for in apps, games, AR and a headphone jack.
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This mud-hungry Unimog all-terrain motorhome is how Action Mobil does "small"
From the bulging force of its Unimog cab, to its 6.8-ton weight, to its 11.5-foot (3.5-m) height, little about the new Action Mobil Temet 3600 would be considered "small" at your average vehicle company. But there's nothing average about a vehicle fleet that includes such beasts as the Pure 5000 Zetros and Global XRS 7200. So the Temet 3600 debuts as the "compact, agile" Action Mobil, a sized-down expedition truck that can still climb over talus and float up dunes on its way to providing hotel-like accommodations amidst yipping coyotes, screeching wind, gurgling river and not much of anything else.
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FDA Says It's Still Investigating Possible Link Between Some Dog Foods and Canine Heart Disease
The Food and Drug Administration said this week that it is continuing to investigate a troubling link between some pet food types and potentially fatal heart disease in dogs. As the investigation into any connection is ongoing, no pets foods have yet been recalled.
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Pokémon Go: The Alolan Shiny are here!
What you need to know about the Alolan forms of Pokémon — Now Shiny as well!
Just when you were expecting Pokémon Go to start ramping up Gen 4, they went and threw us an Alolan Forms curveball. So, what are these tropical variants of a dozen-and-a-half Gen 1 Pokémon and how do you hatch, catch, and evolve them?
Which Alolan Pokémon are currently available in Pokémon Go?
- Alolan Exeggutor (Catch/Raid)
- Alolan Grimer (Hatch from 7 KM Egg)
- Alolan Muk (Evolve from Grimer)
- Alolan Meowth (Hatch from 7 KM Egg)
- Alolan Persian (Evolve from Meowth)
- Alolan Vulpix (Hatch from 7 KM Egg)
- Alolan Ninetails (Evolve from Vulpix)
- Alolan Sandshrew (Hatch from 7 KM Egg)
- Alolan Sandslash (Evolve from Sandshew)
- Alolan Rattata (Catch)
- Alolan Raticate (Evolve from Rattata)
- Alolan Diglette (Hatch/Catch)
- Alolan Dugtrio (Evolve from Diglette)
- Alolan Geodude (Hatch/Catch)
- Alolan Gravler (Evolve from Geodude)
- Alolan Golem (Evolve from Graveler)
- Alolan Raichu (Raid)
- Alolan Marowak (Raid)
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June 28, 2018: Pokemon Go celebrates 3 years with Shiny Alolan Forms!
To celebrate the 3rd anniversary of Pokemon Go, Alolan Forms are now also available in their Shiny forms.
From Pokemon Go:
Shiny Alolan Pokémon — You'll have a chance of encountering the following Shiny Alolan Pokémon: Rattata, Sandshrew, Vulpix, Diglett, Meowth, Geodude, Grimer, and Exeggutor.
Neither spawn rates nor shiny rates seem especially high, alas.
What has Pokémon Go said about Alolan Forms?
Very little. Just a tease.
Sunny days are ahead! Whether your forecast calls for rain or shine, we're celebrating all around the world by introducing some special Pokémon from the tropical Alola region to Pokémon GO. Get ready for some of the Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region to appear in their Alolan forms! These unique variants were first seen in the Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon video games, and they will make their way to Pokémon GO in the coming weeks. Keep an eye out for news related to this exciting change—and don't forget to tell your friends! Stay safe, and happy exploring!
Even less from Pokémon proper:
So far in Pokémon GO, we have seen Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto, Johto, and Hoenn regions. Next up, be on the lookout for the Alolan forms of Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region, which will soon make their debut. Stock up on Poké Balls and get ready to expand your Pokémon collection!
What are Alolan Forms in Pokémon Go?
Here's what Bulbapedia has to say:
In the Alola region, a species' regional variant is referred to as its Alola Form (Japanese: アローラのすがた Alola form). A Pokémon in its Alola Form is described as Alolan — for example, Exeggutor in its Alola Form is referred to as Alolan Exeggutor. Only Pokémon introduced in Generation I have Alola Forms.
In Alola, when breeding Pokémon whose offspring has a regional variant, the offspring's form depends on its parents. If either parent is the species' normal form and holds an Everstone, and if the offspring is in the same family as that parent, then the offspring will hatch as the normal form. In all other cases, the offspring will always hatch in its Alola Form.
In Pokémon Sun and Moon, if a Pokémon evolves from a species that does not have an Alola Form to one that does, such as Cubone, it will always evolve into its Alola Form and cannot evolve into its normal form. In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, the Pokémon will evolve into its Alola Form while in Alola itself, but can also evolve into its normal form while in Ultra Space.
What makes an Alolan Form different from a regular Pokémon?
The Alola versions of Pokémon look different and also have different types, which means they can learn different movesets as well.
Which Gen 1 Pokémon have Alolan Forms?
There are 18 Alola variants, all of them for Gen 1 Pokémon.
- Rattata - Normal / Dark
- Raticate: Normal / Dark
- Raichu: Electric / Psychic
- Sandshew: Ice / Steel
- Sandlash: Ice/Steel
- Vulpix: Ice
- Ninetails: Ice / Fairy
- Diglett: Ground / Steel
- Dugtrio: Ground / Steel
- Meowth: Dark
- Persian: Dark
- Geodude: Rock /Electric
- Graveler: Rock / Electric
- Golem: Rock /Electric
- Grimer: Poison / Dark
- Muk: Poison / Dark
- Exeggutor: Grass / Dragon
- Marowak: Fire / Ghost
Wait, no Alolan Pikachu, Exeggute, or Cubone?
No. While the other Alolan variants are all families, and can presumably evolve from one to the next, Alola Raichu, Exeggutor, and Marowak are all stand-alone split evolutions and will presumably require some other mechanic like weather, time of day, etc. to evolve.
We'll have to wait and see how Pokémon Go handles all that.
Are there Shiny Alolan Forms as well?
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There are indeed. Shiny Raichu has been available since just after the initial Alolan launch and, as of June 28, 2018, all of the rest are now available as well.
Complete list of Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon Go
When exactly are the Alola variants coming to Pokémon Go?
They've all been available, one way or another, over the summer and most are still readily available through 7 KM eggs and Raids.
What is the hatch rate for Pokémon Go Alolan 7 KM Eggs?
Note: Alolan Geodude and Diglett have recently been added to the 7 KM Egg pool so the numbers need to be reworked.
Previously, according to The Sliph Road:
- Rattata: 27.6% (8)
- Meowth: 27.6% (8)
- Sandshrew: 27.6% (8)
- Grimer: 13.8% (4)
- Vulpix 3.4% (1)
What are the best movesets for Alolan Pokémon in Pokémon Go?
- Alolan Exeggutor: Dragon Tail or Bullet Seed + Solar Beam
- Alolan Muk: Poison Jab + Gunk Shot
- Alolan Golem: Rock Throw + Stone Edge or Wild Charge
- Alolan Raichu:
- Alolan Marowak:
What about Pokémon Go Gen 4?
That's the big questions. Previously, this was the pattern:
- Pokémon Go Gen 1: July, 2016.
- Pokémon Go Gen 2: Februrary, 2017.
- Pokémon Go Gen 3: October, 2017.
So, if that pattern held, we were looking at:
- Pokémon Go Gen 4: July, 2018.
But, now, with the Gen 7 Alolan Forms launching this summer, that might push Gen 4 back to February of 2019, or it could just be filler for May until Gen 4 arrives on (imagined) schedule in July.
We'll have to wait and see.
Pokémon Go Gen 4: What you need to know
Any Pokémon Go Alolan Forms questions?
Drop them in the comments below!
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