Author: Sumit

Each year, publications like Game Informer and PC Gamer take a look at the latest frontiers in gaming. As technology progresses at an ever-quicker pace, industries ranging from AI to smartphone developers continue to zero in on gaming. The rise of eSports has also helped make video games, including mobile titles, a global pastime. Still, that doesn’t mean we know exactly how gaming will evolve. Our most certain projections rarely seem to pan out as predicted—just look at VR for proof. And before the VR hype faded there was the promise of holograms… which turned out to be even more…

Fans of the animated Disney series titled Gravity Falls, have only one question in mind. Will their childhood favorite show return, maybe for the final showdown? The answer might not please everyone as chances of Gravity Falls Season 3 seem extremely bleak. What the creators are saying? According to hitc.com the creators of the show had planned to end the show after the Season 2 finale. So there was absolutely no doubt in the first place regarding another season. Secondly, one of the creators of the show Alex Hirsch also confirmed the same on Tumblr. He said, “The first thing to…

The study of words, known as etymology, highlights the fact that words can have diverse and often surprising origins. From turns of phrase, such as the medieval farewell “God be with ye”, which became contracted into our modern word “Goodbye”, to imitations of sounds – as in the Polynesian word Tautau, or Tattoo, which takes its name from the sound of a traditional tattoo needle being struck.   One rich seam of word origins is that concerning people’s names, which are known as eponyms. Many modern-day objects or terms we use in everyday language are invisible tributes to people who lived…

In the entertainment industry, new technology has always been a driving force behind change and innovation. Whether it be the introduction of talking pictures, color movies, or digital effects, new technology has always allowed filmmakers to create more immersive and engaging experiences for audiences. Recently, there have been some major advances in entertainment technology that are worth taking a closer look at. In this post, we’ll take a brief look at some of the most exciting developments in this field. Virtual Reality Virtual reality has been making a lot of headlines lately, and for a good reason. Technology has come…

There are many talks doing rounds on the Internet regarding the future of Jack Sparrow aka Johnny Depp in the upcoming confirmed Pirates of the Caribbean 6 movie. While it was officially announced last year that the titular character wouldn’t be returning to the franchise, speculations were rife that he might make an appearance in a cameo role. Now when the dust has finally settled, it seems inevitable that we won’t be seeing the swashbuckling character in the to-be-released sequel. Let us analyze what led to his ouster. Legal Battles With His Ex-Wife Amber Heard This could invariably be one…

When you’re in the spotlight, a scandal ruins your day and sometimes your career. Any rumors involving stars of K-pop and drugs, like smoking cannabis or growing autoflowering seeds, tarnishes their reputations.  Many celebs have faced misconduct, but the impact is drastic when it’s a Korean pop idol. Recreational weed is illegal in this gorgeous country, so these icons aren’t just breaking their contracts. Discover the top K-pop singers who lost deals, dropped out of bands, and even served prison time because of marijuana. Korean headliners experience extreme pressure to maintain perfection, and with all that stress, who wouldn’t reach…

If you enjoy cooking, traveling, eating, or laughing while someone else does any of these activities. Watching professionals prepare recipes while you sit on your couch and watch them chop, dice, and sear the food is fascinating culinary performances are getting more intriguing thanks to streaming services. Food shows come in a wide variety of formats, including those that use games or reality TV to portray cooking as well as others that truly teach you how to cook. Or perhaps all you want to do is research the background of your favorite cuisine without cooking anything. However, there is a…

Online gaming has witnessed massive traction in recent times. From being an activity to pass time for children and teenagers to an actual income source for adults, online gaming has undergone a sea change in terms of the global outlook. This boom can be attributed to two major factors – the democratizing effect of the internet and increasing availability of mobile phones in general and smartphones in particular. Every person with a smartphone and internet access has the opportunity to enter the world of gaming and enjoy the small pleasures of life.  Due to the increased focus on online gaming,…

Watching your favorite movies, shows, and sports events on your computer or portable device can be a great way to pass the time, but what if you could watch them without having to install any software? What if you could just plug in your streaming device and go? Thanks to services like Kodi, that’s now possible. Kodi is a free, open-source media player that has a lot of fans for a variety of reasons. Some people love its flexibility and range of features, while others appreciate its easy-to-use interface. Kodi is also popular for its compatibility with a wide range…

Let us go back in time by a few decades. Gaming as an activity was either physical games played by kids or those in a gaming arcade with various gaming machines. While the majority of the physical games involved interaction with other kids, most video games were single player or two player. Thus, began the categorization of gaming as being an activity that isolated the individual.  Cut to the present, online gaming is central to a kid’s life these days. Forget kids, even teenagers and young adults (not to forget some adults too) are excited about game time. Hell, some…