Overwatch 2 goes down Blizzard to return with some fixes

Blizzard took down Overwatch 2 for the second time after the users complained of long queue times and connection errors. The servers will be down from 6 PM to 7 PM ET and from 9 PM ET to midnight ET (approximately)

Overwatch 2 users complained of long waiting times and connection errors

The company had to face a second blow after the release on Tuesday. The users were not content with the gaming experience and complained about the long queue time and the connection error. The players on the PC reported black screen issues and crashes.

Blizzard announced the server downtime and explained the intended fixes. The server will be offline twice -

3:00-4:00 PM PDT: The users won't be able to access their accounts during this downtime because the company will fix some bugs relating to account merge, login, and the First Time User Experience. 

6:00-9:00 PM PDT (approximately): The servers will be offline the 2nd time to address the long player queues that users are reporting.  The PC players will have to update their clients to fix the issue of crashes and black screens. 

Blizzard has already implemented some fixes, like merging PC and console accounts. Blizzard also explained some bug fixes that the company is aware of on the company's forum post. In addition, the company is scrapping the requirement for a non-prepaid phone for most players starting October 7. The SMS protection system, which was intended to keep a check on the disruptive behavior and cheating habits of the player will remain intact even for brand-new users. 

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series launch delayed: Expected to release next year

Samsung launches its flagship premium tablet series every year. Early this year, Samsung released the S8 series - the Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+, and theGalaxy Tab S8 Ultra. Reports confirmed that the world's second-largest tablet company delayed the development of the next-gen S9 series, and concluded that the launch of the tablet has also been postponed. The development scheduled to start in December 2022 will now begin early next year.

As per the report, Samsung has decided to delay its flagship next-gen Tab, the Galaxy S9 series. The pandemic has almost ended, resulting in declining demand for IT products, and it has hindered the company's plan of producing 33.6 million units of tablets in 2022.

A new plan for Samsung's flagship next-gen Tab

The global economic instability has disrupted the overall tablet market. DSCC (Display Supply Chain Consultants) predicts a fall in the tablet market by 8% this year. However, the market can expect a 22% rise in the OLED and Mini LED premium tablet categories.

After the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 series and the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series will also include three models, the reports confirmed. The Vanilla model will sport an LCD screen, while the Plus version and the Ultra variant will feature an OLED panel.

Samsung has kept the launch dates under wrap, but users can expect the release of the latest Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series in the second half of 2023.

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NFS Unbound announced: Everything you need to know

EA has announced the name of the newest instalment in its long-running arcade racing series, Need for Speed. Called NFS Unbound, the new game comes after a hiatus of nearly three years. The last game in the series, NFS: Heat was released in 2019. The game also comes with a new art style that’s heavily based on urban graffiti. Music will feature artists such as A$AP Rocky and AWGE.

NFS Unbound: Cars

But of course, the most important part of NFS will always be the cars. Thankfully, EA has not skimped on this part. According to the game’s official website, Unbound will offer 143 different vehicles. This will include vehicles from major manufacturers such as Ferrari, Dodge, Lamborghini, Nissan, Aston Martin and more. As has been the case with almost all racing games over the past decade, players will get the chance to customise their vehicles to match their tastes. This would include car parts, wraps, paint and more. 

NFS Unbound: Story and Gameplay

EA hasn’t yet provided extensive details about the game’s single-player story mode. The blurb on the announcement post states that it will kick off with a robbery at a family auto shop that “two friends apart and marks the rise from rookie to top racer on a journey to win the ultimate street race and reclaim the priceless car that was stolen.”

Aside from the new visual cues, the new game will offer a new feature called Burst Nitrous, which is described as a new driving tactic. It also seems like players will be able to place bets using earned cash against rival racers. As the players continue racing, they will generate more heat, which will increase the chances of police showing up. 

NFS Unbound: Map

The game is set in Lakeshore City, a fictional American town. As is the case with almost all sandbox maps, the city mixes in a little bit of everything. This includes tight urban environments, picturesque coastal roads, and swooping countryside. You can learn more about the map as well as some key locations here.

NFS Unbound: Price and Availability

NFS Unbound is scheduled to release on December 2 and will be available on the Sony PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC via the EA app, Origin, Steam and Epic Store. The game will be priced at $69.99 and is already available for pre-order. As a bonus, those who pre-order will get epic driving effects packs, decals, license plates, banner artwork, stickers and $150,000 Bank in their wallet when they first join multiplayer.

Players can also purchase the Need For Speed Palace Edition for $79.99. This will reward players with four custom cars, a clothing pack, driving effects, decals and license plates, character pose, banner artwork and more. 

EA Play members will get to play the game early with a 10-hour trial starting on November 29. As a bonus, they will get to enjoy exclusive recurring in-game benefits. EA Play Pro members on PC will get unlimited access to NFS Unbound Palace Edition on November 29. 

EA also notes that it plans to release free content updates post-launch. This would include new features, experiences, content drops, etc. 

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Apple likely to unveil 27-inch mini LED display in early 2023

San Francisco, Oct 7 (IANS) Tech giant Apple will launch a new 27-inch display with mini LED backlighting in the first quarter of 2023, says a new report.

The rumours of the pro-level display have circulated since Apple revealed the more "affordable" Studio Display. It lacks HDR, ProMotion, and mini LED backlighting found in Apple's MacBook Pros and 12.9-inch iPad Pro reports AppleInsider.

According to Display Supply Chain Consultants analyst Ross Young, Apple will reveal a 27-inch mini LED display in early 2023. This information was shared with his super followers on Twitter, so the tweet is only visible to paying members.

Apple already sells the high-end Pro Display XDR with a 6K display, but it also lacks the latest pro-grade features found in other Apple products.

That display is meant more for professionals who need expensive reference monitors where colour accuracy is the most important detail.

For those who prioritise display refresh rates and optimised backlighting, there could be a new third monitor on its way. A 27-inch mini LED-backlit display would target the market between Apple's other current monitors, the report said.

(Except for the headline and cover image, the rest of this IANS article is un-edited)

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Need for Speed Unbound Trailer Out, Full Car List Unveiled

Need for Speed Unbound trailer is out, featuring rapper A$AP Rocky. As previous reports suggested, the aesthetic features a combination of hyper-realism and animated effects — a far cry from past NFS games. Need for Speed Unbound features a slew of classic game modes and has also unveiled its full car list, containing 142 vehicles. Need for Speed Unbound launches De...

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The Super Mario Bros. Trailer: Jack Black Sells a Bombastic Bowser Performance

The Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer is out, giving a first look at the animation style and performances from leads Chris Pratt and Jack Black. The plot seems to follow in the vein of most Mario games, where Bowser is on the prowl for Princess Peach’s throne and the iconic Super Stars. The Super Mario Bros. Movie also stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Seth Rogen, Keegan Michael...

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Microsoft's Incentives to Block Rivals After Activision Deal Probed by EU Regulators: Details

Antitrust regulators in the European Union have asked games developers to repsond by October 10 on whether Microsoft will be incentivised to block rivals' access to Activision Blizzard's best-selling games on their platforms. A decision on the acqusition of Activision by Microsoft is expected by November 8.

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