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"T-Mobile's Second Line Service: Cost and Testing Updates"
technology1 year ago

"T-Mobile's Second Line Service: Cost and Testing Updates"

T-Mobile is testing a new "Second Line" service in select markets, allowing customers to have a second number on the same line without data. Compatible devices can use a single physical SIM and an eSIM, or a couple of eSIMs. The service is similar to T-Mobile's DIGITS line but does not include data. Pricing starts at $25, with a discount available for customers with a voice line. This feature can be useful for separating personal and work contacts or for a side hustle.

"The New York Times Pulls the Plug on Math Puzzle Game"
technology2 years ago

"The New York Times Pulls the Plug on Math Puzzle Game"

The New York Times is shutting down its math-based puzzle game, Digits, which was launched in beta in April. Despite positive engagement and audience feedback, the game did not gain enough traction to become a permanent addition to the NYT Games lineup. The company is now focusing on growing the audience and engagement of its other games and plans to test more games in beta soon. The closure of Digits is part of the NYT's normal evaluation process, as they continue to experiment and refine their game offerings.

Digits: The New Wordle-like Math Game from The New York Times
entertainment2 years ago

Digits: The New Wordle-like Math Game from The New York Times

Digits is the New York Times's latest puzzle game, similar to Wordle, where players are given six numbers and a target number to reach using basic operations. Players earn stars for correctly calculating the target number, with partial credit for getting close. The game includes an undo button and a reveal solution option. The game is accessible for non-math-whizzes and offers a shareable recap of the game.

New York Times introduces Digits, a math-based Wordle game.
entertainmenttech2 years ago

New York Times introduces Digits, a math-based Wordle game.

The New York Times has launched a new daily numbers game called Digits, which is currently in public beta testing and aims to be the mathematical equivalent of Wordle. Players are given a set of six numbers and must add, subtract, divide, and multiply them to get as close to a given result as possible. The game will only be available for one week, after which its success will be evaluated. Digits has a sharing system to help players show off their scores on social media.

NYT Launches Digits, a Math-Based Puzzle Game to Follow Wordle's Success.
entertainmenttech2 years ago

NYT Launches Digits, a Math-Based Puzzle Game to Follow Wordle's Success.

The New York Times has launched a new daily puzzle game called Digits, which challenges players to reach a designated number using six numbers through multiplication, division, subtraction, or addition. The beta version of the game is currently available for a week, and players can earn 1-3 star ratings depending on the path they choose to solve the puzzles. The New York Times aims to produce puzzles that are "thoughtfully made" and "thoughtfully played." If Digits proves popular, the newspaper will work on further developing the game.

NYT Launches Math-Based Puzzle Games, Including Digits and Wordle Spinoffs.
gaming2 years ago

NYT Launches Math-Based Puzzle Games, Including Digits and Wordle Spinoffs.

The New York Times Games team has released a new game called Digits, which is currently in beta testing and available for free to play. The team's goal is to produce puzzles that are "thoughtfully made, thoughtfully played," and they prioritize quality over quantity. The game development process involves a democratic approach to idea pitching, a concept phase, design and planning phase, prototype phase, and prep for beta testing phase. The beta version of the game is being tested publicly, and the team will decide whether to move it into the development phase based on the response.