Apple observes World Autism Awareness Day by focusing on assistive solutions

Apple is observing World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Acceptance Month by showing how assistive technology can be used to help autistic individuals communicate, interact and manage day to day tasks. The above video shows Dillan who has used technology like the iPad and apps like Proloquo2Go, that is a symbol-supported communication app that spans the range of beginner and advanced users. The video, titled " Dillan's Voice,' is a moving and clear example of how applied technology can be used to change people's lives and give them a new way to communicate.

Become your own Powerpuff Girl (or Guy) with Powerpuff Yourself

The Internet has started yet another craze that’ll make ‘90s kids a bit nostalgic and have you take a break from all the April Fools pranking. The Powerpuff Girls are making a comeback and what better way to celebrate it than to create a Powerpuff version of yourself with, well, Powerpuff Yourself. It’s much like the Peanutize Me! Character Creator for The Peanuts Movie promotion, meaning you can customize the beloved characters to match your style. You can then show this off to the world via GIFs, wallpaper, or as an avatar.

Let all your dino dreams come true with ‘LEGO Jurassic World’

The little dinosaur-crazy boys and girls in your life (and your inner child) are going to be happy with the launch of the new LEGO Jurassic World game. This Android and iOS game is made by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment with TT Games and focuses on all four Jurassic films, not just the blockbuster hit starring Chris Pratt. So new and old fans alike are going to enjoy this. You get some memorable action scenes and sequences from the movies. You’ll get to play as Owen, Claire, Ian, Dr. Wu, or even as one of the dinos. You can explore Isla Nublar and Isla Sorna to look for the precious amber containing dinosaur DNA. You’ll need to finish all 20 story levels. You can make your own dinosaur based on the DNA you’ve collected and make one you really like by mixing abilities, body parts, and colors.

Source: Android Community | Download: Google Play Store (US$4.00) + Apple App Store (CA$6.99)

Capcom establishes mobile division with four games in the works

Capcom acknowledges the growth of the mobile gaming market and is now looking to cash in on it. The company went through reorganization to establish a new dedicated mobile business division to “aggressively release titles utilizing its IP” including brands like Mega Man, Monster Hunter, and Sengoku BASARA. Capcom has officially integrated Beeline Interactive Japan Inc. to create Capcom Mobile Co., Ltd., this was previously pursuing a different strategy from Capcom. But with plans to release games globally, they will need all the help they can get. Four mobile titles are expected to be released by the company’s fiscal year end next March. Three out of the four are the aforementioned titles.

Source: Capcom | Via: SlashGear