Articles by Jonathan Charles
Witcher 2 Dev Announces Post-The Witcher Project: ‘Cyberpunk’
The Witcher and The Witcher 2 have been critically well received, with the second installment pushing the latest PC hardware to its limit. The studio, CD Projekt, has now announced its next project: Cyberpunk, a game based on the pen-and-paper RPG.
256MB-Limited Windows Phone Apps Detailed
Windows Phone devices have a 256MB limit if considered lower end, to ensure performance is consistent, regardless of hardware. The downside of the decision is some apps don’t work, all of which have been detailed in new research.
Apple: Console Business Not Interesting
At D10, where Apple CEO Tim Cook was interviewed, he was asked about Apple entering the console market. The company has long been rumored to challenge Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo but Cook said Apple isn’t interested … in a traditional sense.
Epic: Unreal Engine 4 Unconfirmed Beyond PC
Geoff Keighley's comments on no Unreal Engine 4 support for the Wii U have been confirmed by the developer. Epic Games, who owns the engine, said the engine is only confirmed for PC.
Siri Getting New Features in Coming Months
Continuing the coverage of Tim Cook’s appearance at D10, where he talked all things Apple, the CEO said the company’s voice recognition technology - Siri - is getting new features. The software launched in beta form on the iPhone 4S in 2011, and was well received on its debut.
Blizzard’s Diablo 3 Refund Policy Under Investigation as Gamers Denied Request
The Korea Fair Trade Commission has launched an investigation into the Korean brand of Blizzard to see if the studio breached South Korea's electronic commercial law. The news comes after Korean, Chinese and Taiwanese players disputed whether Blizzard should take action against players illegally playing the game.
TiVo Stream Allows iPad Owners to Stream Content from TV, Multiple TVs Supported
A prototype showcased back at CES 2012, TiVo's Stream box is real. It allows iPad owners to stream content stored on a DVR, if the tablet and the DVR are on the same network, and the company has unveiled features to stream content on multiple TVs.
Diablo 3 Accounts Hacked, Blizzard Working on Solutions
Diablo 3 launched with connection problems, presenting users with 3003 errors which didn't allow players to play the game. Despite Blizzard apologizing for the downtime, and actively performing maintenance, reports are now surfacing that accounts have been hacked.
Aliens: Colonial Marines Release Date Announced: Delayed Until February 2013
Yesterday Mobile & Apps reported on the interview Randy Pitchford, head of Gearbox Software, conducted with GameSpot. In that interview Pitchford said a release date announcement was "imminent," and it's been revealed: 2013.
HTC Evo 4G LTE Pre-Orders Arriving May 24?
After being delayed due to the patent dispute involving HTC and Apple, it seems the HTC Evo 4G LTE could be releasing sooner rather than later. Sprint has announced the device will be available to customers who pre-ordered the device, in approximately three days.
Bungie-Activision Project Leaked, Reveals 'Destiny' Title: What You Need to Know
After ending its ten-year stint of working on Halo with Halo: Reach, Bungie became a multi-platform studio and signed a ten-year contract with Activision. The company has remained quiet on what its next game will be, but leaked details looks to have revealed the information.
Wii U Alien: Colonial Marines is 'Awesome'
Speaking to GameSpot on May 18, Gearbox president Randy Pitchford said the Wii U version of the game is the best-looking version. On previous rumors claiming the Wii U would be underpowered compared to the next Xbox and PlayStation consoles, Pitchford disagreed.
Motorola Droid Razr Maxx Launched in the UK: What You Need to Know
The Motorola Droid Razr Maxx has finally launched in the UK. The latest Motorola smartphone with the Razr moniker is an Android smartphone with impressive specs and most notably, it comes with a huge battery that offers the longest talktime ever.
Star Fox-Metroid Crossover Wii U Title in Development: The Rumored Features
A rumor has surfaced that Retro Studios - the makers of the Metroid Prime titles for the GameCube and Wii, along with Donkey Kong Country Returns - is working on a crossover title featuring Star Fox and Samus Aran, of Metroid Prime. The title is being treated strictly as rumor, but Nintendo's E3 conference begins June 5 - just over two weeks away.
GetAnXbox Program Returns, Offers Free Xbox 360 for $699 PCs: What You Need to Know
Microsoft is restarting its scheme where students who buy a PC get a free Xbox 360. The promotion begins Monday, May 20.
Tony Hawk HD Collection Could Feature Revert, Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 Levels
Tony Hawk 3 levels seemed to be excluded during the original level selection for the Tony Hawk HD collection, which originally brought together the best-of levels from Tony Hawk 1 and 2. Tony Hawk 3 levels still won't be in the game at launch, but are coming later.
'The Walking Dead' Sells 1 Million Copies, Second Episode Arriving June
The Walking Dead - the 3D action-adventure game from Telltale games - has sold one million copies, the company revealed in a press release. The Walking Dead is an episodic series, with new episodes releasing each month and teased at the end of each episode.
Halo 4 Spartan Ops Limited Edition Detailed: What You Need to Know
Halo 4, the next mainline game in the long-running franchise, has had some details revealed before the probable wealth of information anticipated during E3 2012. Two main pieces of information have been revealed: Spartan Ops, and pre-order bonuses.
'I'm Watch' Delay Prompts CEO Apology, Assures Watch is Coming
The Android-powered I'm Watch was originally scheduled for release on April 15. Over a month later, the CEO of the company has publicly apologized and assured pre-orders would be fulfilled by September 15.
$600,000 Amazon Kindle Fire Ads Offered, Executives Worry Over Consumer Experience
The Amazon Kindle Fire has been described by the company as the most requested, best-selling device it offers, debuting mid 2011. The company is now offering ads that will display on the Fire's welcome screen, for as low as $600,000.
'Signature PCs' Provide Custom Windows Experience
Buying a PC off-the-shelf offers convenience, but can also offer pre-installed software (or "bloatware). The programs can be unnecessary and may reduce performance, though Microsoft is offering a remedy: "Signature" PCs.
Retina Display MacBook Pros are Real: Is Apple About to Hike Prices?
On May 14, 9to5Mac reported that Apple was going to introduce Retina displays in its refresh of the MacBook Pro range. One detail was missing from that report - the price - but the LA Times claims Apple is paying $100 more per unit.
LG Optimus LTE2: What You Need to Know
LTE has launched its flagship Android device - the Optimus LTE2 - along with the Optimus UI 3.0. The phone boasts features competitive with other high-end Android devices, such as the Samsung Galaxy S3. Here are the need-to-know specs.
Blizzard Apologizes for 'Diablo 3' Meltdown
Following the numerous complaints relating to server issues that surfaced during the launch of Diablo 3 on Tuesday, May 15, Blizzard - the developer - has publicly apologized to fans on its forums. Error messages prevented gamers from logging in, or creating a character.
Android Fragmentation Detailed: There are More Devices Than You Think
"Android fragmentation" has been a consistent criticism against the mobile operating system, claiming too many devices are available across many versions of the OS. That may or may not be true - though Google is rumored to be unveiling version 5.0, Jelly Bean, at the Google I/O conference in June - but the range of Android devices has been revealed.
Ryan Payton's Republique Kickstarter Aims to Rival Metal Gear Solid
The Republique Kickstarter project received controversy because of its high funding goal - $500,000 - compared to projects such as the Double Fine Adventure, which had a funding goal of $300,000. Ryan Payton, the lead on the project, said in an interview with Edge Magazine the title is aimed to rival other games such as Metal Gear Solid.
'Diablo 3' American Server Errors: Queues Rise, Servers Fall
The launch of Diablo 3 has resulted in users seeing errors and disconnects when trying to create characters. After multiple rounds of maintenance, it seems the servers are up for good.
