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Nintendo’s epic farewell for original switch console

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Nintendo is pulling out all the stops to bid a glorious adieu to the original console.

Fans have been treated to some of the highest rated titles as Nintendo orchestrates a farewell celebration, promising an array of exclusive releases, limited-edition bundles, and jaw-dropping discounts on beloved games.

Gaming enthusiasts can expect a cascade of nostalgic and new game releases, showcasing the versatility of the original Switch one last time. The Japanese gaming giant aims to make this transition an unforgettable experience, allowing fans to reminisce about the original console while getting excited for what lies ahead with Switch 2.

Nintendo aims to underline its dedication to both loyal fans and newcomers, cementing the legacy of the original Switch in the annals of gaming history. It’s a chance for enthusiasts to grab their favourite titles and relish the last moments with a gaming companion that has been a part of countless adventures.

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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is an action-adventure game released in 2023, developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. This instalment serves as a sequel to “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” (2017). “Tears of the Kingdom” maintains key features of its predecessor, such as the expansive open world of Hyrule, now enhanced to facilitate increased vertical exploration with the introduction of The Great Sky and The Depths. Players take on the role of Link, embarking on a quest to locate Princess Zelda and thwart the plans of the Demon King, aiming to save the world from destruction.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a side-scrolling platformer where players can choose from eight characters: Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Princess Daisy, Toad, Toadette, Nabbit, and Yoshi. In this game, players navigate through levels in the Flower Kingdom with the help of talking flower-like inhabitants.[3][4] Similar to previous Super Mario games, the objective is to guide the chosen character to the end of each level, avoiding adversaries like Goombas and Piranha Plants while utilising Warp Pipes for transportation. Throughout each stage, players can gather various “Wonder Seeds” as collectibles.

Metroid Prime: Remastered In the depths of space, the intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran responds to an urgent distress call emanating from a stranded frigate orbiting the enigmatic planet Tallon IV. As she delves into the mysteries of the derelict vessel, she uncovers a chilling revelation—it is a Space Pirate research hub, where horrifying genetic experiments involving the enigmatic Phazon substance are conducted. Within this ominous facility, Samus crosses paths with her arch-nemesis, Meta Ridley, setting off a relentless pursuit that eventually leads them both to the surface of Tallon IV.

Now, the fate of the galaxy rests squarely on Samus’s shoulders as she embarks on a solitary mission to explore the interconnected regions of this enigmatic world, unravel its concealed secrets, and thwart the looming intergalactic menace posed by the ominous Phazon.

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Tesla is slashing prices to stay competitive

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Tesla cut the U.S. prices of its Model Y, Model X and Model S vehicles by $2,000 each, days after the first-quarter deliveries of the world’s most valuable automaker missed market expectations.

Elon Musk’s electric-vehicle (EV) maker lowered the prices for its Model Y base variant to $42,990, while the long-range and performance variants are now priced at $47,990 and $51,490, respectively, according to its website.

The basic version of the Model S now costs $72,990 and its plaid variant $87,990. The Model X base variant now costs $77,990 and its plaid variant is priced at $92,900.
Tesla North America also said in a post on X said it would end its referral program benefits in all markets after April 30.

Referral program allows buyers to get extra incentives through referrals from existing customers, a strategy long used by traditional automakers to boost sales.

Musk has postponed a planned trip to India where he was to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and announce plans to enter the South Asian market, Reuters reported on Saturday.
On Monday Reuters reported, citing an internal memo, that the EV maker was laying off more than 10% of its global workforce.
Earlier this month Reuters reported the EV maker had canceled a long-promised inexpensive car, expected to cost $25,000, that investors had been counting on to drive mass-market growth.
The EV maker reported this month that its global vehicle deliveries in the first quarter fell for the first time in nearly four years, as price cuts failed to stir demand.

Tesla is to report first-quarter earnings on Tuesday.

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TikTok launches Instagram competitor ‘Notes’

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TikTok Notes has launched in Australia & Canada as a formidable competitor to Instagram, offering a unique platform for content creation, text and sharing.

“TikTok Notes is a lifestyle platform that offers informative photo-text content about people’s lives, where you can see individuals sharing their travel tips and daily recipes,” reads the official App Store description.

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The app allows users to create content by combining short videos with text-based notes, closely resembling that of Meta’s Instagram.

Whether it’s sharing a quick tutorial, a personal anecdote, or a thought-provoking message, TikTok Notes is positioned to be a formidable social media platform.

Currently, the app is only available for download and “limited testing” in Australia and Canada.

As it gains momentum, the platform is poised to contest Instagram’s established reign in the social media landscape.

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Ramifications of a TikTok ban to impact Open Internet

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The United States’ longstanding advocacy for an open internet faces a critical juncture as Congress considers legislation targeting TikTok.

The proposed measures, including a forced sale or outright ban of TikTok, have sparked concerns among digital rights advocates and global observers about the implications for internet freedom and international norms.

For decades, the U.S. has championed the concept of an unregulated internet, advocating for the free flow of digital data across borders.

However, the move against TikTok, a platform with 170 million U.S. users, has raised questions about the consistency of America’s stance on internet governance.

Read more – Big tech to handover misinformation data

Critics fear that actions against TikTok could set a precedent for other countries to justify their own internet censorship measures.

Russian blogger Aleksandr Gorbunov warned that Russia could use the U.S. decision to justify further restrictions on platforms like YouTube.

Similarly, Indian lawyer Mishi Choudhary expressed concerns that a U.S. ban on TikTok would embolden the Indian government to impose additional crackdowns on internet freedoms.

Moreover, the proposed legislation could complicate U.S. efforts to advocate for an internet governed by international organizations rather than individual countries.

China, in particular, has promoted a vision of internet sovereignty, advocating for greater national control over online content.

A TikTok ban could undermine America’s credibility in urging other countries to embrace a more open internet governed by global standards.

 

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