Over 15 years, Samsung's Galaxy S series has dramatically advanced smartphone camera technology, from a 5MP camera recording 720p video to the Galaxy S25 Ultra with a 200MP camera capable of recording 8K video and featuring multiple lenses, reflecting significant improvements in resolution and camera capabilities.
Nintendo released an infographic showcasing all the major games announced during their recent Direct, highlighting a strong lineup for both the Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, including titles like Mario Tennis Fever, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and Resident Evil Requiem, despite some lingering questions about game accessibility and pricing.
Nintendo released an infographic highlighting all the games featured in its July 2025 Partner Direct Showcase, including titles for Switch 1 and Switch 2, with upcoming releases like Metroid Prime 4 and Pokémon Legends: Z-A promising a strong launch year for Switch 2.
Xbox gamers can now view their personalized 2024 gaming stats through the #MyYearOnXbox feature by TrueAchievements. This popular service provides an animated showcase and infographic of a player's gaming highlights, which can be shared on various platforms. Users need a TrueAchievements account to access their stats, and they can update their infographic as they play more games throughout the year. The service ensures data accuracy by only including games played after January 1, 2024, for new users.
A solar eclipse is set to occur in the United States on Monday, with the path crossing Mexico, 15 states, and parts of Eastern Canada. Major U.S. metros, including Dallas, will experience the eclipse, with future eclipses predicted to impact various cities within the century. The upcoming eclipse has led to solid bookings for accommodations, as people are eager to witness this rare event. The current century is expected to see more active solar eclipses in the U.S. than the past one, with several major cities set to experience this phenomenon.
Nintendo has released an infographic summarizing the games featured in its recent Partner Showcase, including surprise announcements like Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, Endless Ocean: Luminous, and Pocket Card Jockey: Ride On! The lineup also includes shadow-dropped game Penny's Big Breakaway and release dates for Xbox games Pentiment and Grounded. While it may not have been the first-party showcase fans were expecting, the varied list of games offers a solid lineup for 2024, with no new Nintendo console expected until 2025.
TrueAchievements has introduced #MyYearOnXbox, allowing Xbox users to create personalized infographics showcasing their gaming achievements and stats for 2023. Users can log in to their TrueAchievements account, generate the infographic, and share it on social media platforms. The infographic includes information on games played and achievements unlocked throughout the year. Users can also refresh the image to update their stats if they continue gaming.
Bandai Namco celebrates the first anniversary of Elden Ring by sharing an infographic revealing that players have died over 9 billion times in the game. Damage from enemies and NPCs is the leading cause of in-game death at 69%, followed by status effects (15%), falling to death (14%), and getting killed by other players (2%). FromSoftware has announced Elden Ring's first major expansion, Shadow of the Erdtree, but hasn't revealed a release date yet.