Google is working to combat notification spam on Chrome

Chrome's existing “quieted” notification prompt (Source: 9to5Google)

Google is taking a more aggressive approach to combating notification spam. A new code change in Chrome will allow the browser to revoke a website's permission to send notifications and block future attempts at asking for permission. Right now, Chrome's protections only convince you not to give that permission, but the choice is still left to you to accept. 

This change will affect what it calls the "disruptive" sites. It is unclear if it will be similar to the existing lists of sites you may have quieted or if this is a separate deterrent. As 9to5Google noted, it looks like Google just wants to keep Chrome spam-free.

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Stunning city of Vancouver is now part of Apple Fitness+ 'Time to Run'

Fans for Apple Fitness+ and the Time to Run series can look forward to checking out the first Canadian city edition added to the popular workout roster! The audio running experience designed to help users become more consistent and better runners, has created a series of episodes focused on a popular running routes in some of the most notable and iconic locations. It's no surprise that now the beautiful city of Vancouver would be added!

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Xbox celebrates Pride Month

LGBTQIA+ players will soon be able to get a controller that more closely embodies their identity. Last year, Xbox produced a limited batch of Pride controllers and shared it with LGBTQIA+ players and creators around the world. While the response to the controller was positive, many asked Xbox to make it universally available.

Today, via Xbox Wire, Xbox announced a new, customizable Xbox Pride Controller, which brings together 34 community flags in a fine, interwoven manner to celebrate the intersectionality and strength of the many LGBTQIA+ communities. It will be available for purchase via the Xbox Design Lab starting June 9 and will be available year-round.

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'Monument Valley' games to debut on the PC on July 12

Mobile games Monument Valley and Monument Valley 2 will now be playable beyond your smartphones. The two titles are coming to the PC on July 12. And since the vertical phone-style format won't work for the PC, developer Ustwo Games is releasing the game in ultra-wide 21:9 aspect ratio. This expanded view is being called the "panoramic editions." Both titles are coming to Steam for US$8 (approx. CA$10) each. But there will also be a bundle that includes all expansions, which offers the games at a 15% discount.

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