‘Andor’ is the best ‘Star Wars’ show since ‘The Mandalorian’ — but the least popular

Diego Luna in “Andor.” Lucasfilm The three-episode premiere of “Andor” trailed other “Star Wars” shows in viewership, per Nielsen. It’s also underperforming in audience demand, according to Parrot Analytics. But the show is the best-reviewed “Star Wars” series yet. Disney+’s “Andor” is the best-reviewed “Star Wars” show since “The Mandalorian.” “Andor” has a 95% critic…

Apple’s head of hardware design is leaving the company after three years

Apple’s main replacement for Jony Ive is leaving. The company has confirmed to Bloomberg that industrial design head Evans Hankey is departing after three years. There’s no named replacement as of this writing, but Hankey will reportedly remain in her position for six months as part of a transition. Alan Dye, who took the software…

Join us at the GI Academy next week

From 26-28 October our friends at GamesIndustry.biz are putting on a free event for students that will connect them with developers from the likes of Ubisoft, PlayStation, Microsoft and EA, with keynote speakers including all-stars such as Chella Ramanan, Sam Barlow and Louise O’Connor speaking on topics such as game design, programming, voice acting and…

Xbox ditching phone requirements for Discord server voice chats

Microsoft is streamlining Discord server voice chat support on Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S by ditching the feature’s convoluted mobile app requirement – a change currently going through Insider testing ahead of its public release. Discord server voice chat support launched for Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S in September, making it possible for…

nanobox | razzmatazz mini drum sequencer combines powerful FM synthesis and sampling

Create more innovative rhythms with the nanobox | razzmatazz mini drum sequencer. This drum sequencer combines powerful FM synthesis and sampling in a simple design. It actually puts a huge range of percussive sounds at your fingertips. You can easily perform using the 8 touchscreen pads or your favorite midi controller. In fact, you can…

SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless (2023) gaming keyboard has OmniPoint 2.0 switches

Add speed and precision to any undertaking with the SteelSeries Apex Pro TKL Wireless (2023) gaming keyboard. Its new OmniPoint 2.0 switches have cutting-edge magnetic sensors for instant, zero-contact keystroke activation for speed. This means the Apex Pro TKL Wireless 2023 is ideal for gaming and typing accuracy. What’s more, the 2-in-1 Action Keys allow…

Eliminate pet hair, allergens, and dust from your home with the Viomi A9 cordless vacuum cleaner

Keep your home clean with minimal effort when you have the Viomi Aeolus 9 (A9) cordless vacuum cleaner. Equipped with powerful 23,000 Pa suction, it makes everyday chores more manageable. If you have kids, pets, or both, you’re no stranger to dirty floors. As adorable as both species are, they create their fair share of…