'Fortnite,' other Epic games gone after Apple deletes developer's account

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 As the company promised, Apple has terminated Epic Games' account that it uses to support and maintain Fortnite and the other games like the Infinity Blade apps. Epic has already warned its iOS and macOS users that they would lose the ability to update Fortnite after August 28.

In a statement, Apple said the developer sent multiple updates for certification, which violated its guidelines.

"We are disappointed that we have had to terminate the Epic Games account on the App Store. We have worked with the team at Epic Games for many years on their launches and releases. The court recommended that Epic comply with the App Store guidelines while their case moves forward, guidelines they've followed for the past decade until they created this situation. Epic has refused. Instead, they repeatedly submit Fortnite updates designed to violate the guidelines of the App Store. This is not fair to all other developers on the App Store and is putting customers in the middle of their fight. We hope that we can work together again in the future, but unfortunately, that is not possible today."

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Waze partners with Clinia to help users find COVID-19 testing centres

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Waze has partnered with Montreal-based Clinia Health Inc. to help make it easier to locate COVID-19 testing and screening locations. Clinia draws information from public health departments to build a directory of testing centres across Canada. The database has over 340 data points, and the info on Waze is being refreshed a few times a week. It shows the information on testing and screening sites at hospitals, clinics, and mobile drive-through sites to show you what options are available to you.

'Star Wars' meets 'The Sims 4' in new game pack

Two big names in the gaming and entertainment spaces are joining forces. Star Wars is coming to The Sims 4 in a new The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu game back launching on September 8. As you see in the trailer, familiar Star Wars characters are getting a The Sims 4 treatment. And yes, you can decorate your home and socialize in Batuu. There will be missions to help advance the story set and unlock different collectibles for your Sim, where you can earn a lightsaber and droid of your own. Rey and Kylo Ren appear in the trailer, so we're hoping to see more memorable Star Wars characters in the game. 

Star Wars: Journey to Batuu will be available for the Microsoft Xbox One, Sony PlayStation 4, and the PC through Steam or Origin.

Source: Engadget

Fitbit Sense advanced smartwatch monitors your stress levels, among other things

Fitbit's recent launch updated the Versa and Inspire lines with the Versa 3 and Inspire 2. But the star of the show is undoubtedly the Fitbit Sense. While it bears similarities with the Versa, it looks and feels more premium. And it comes with a higher price tag to prove that. 

The Sense is a new smartwatch brand from Fitbit, marking the first significant watch update since the Versa was initially launched in 2018. At $429.95, the Sense is Fitbit's most expensive new device and most advanced smartwatch to date. 

It offers an ECG that can spot abnormal changes in heart rate and stress and temperature sensing capabilities. You might have seen ECG on devices like the Apple Watch Series 4 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 3. But Fitbit hasn't gotten clearance yet to activate its ECG feature. It's reportedly coming soon, though. Forbes estimates around early 2021.

Fitbit includes the first Electrodermal Activity sensor on a smartwatch with the Sense. It's said to be at the forefront of stress level detection in this smartwatch. It monitors tiny electrical changes on your skin. So, if your palms start to get sweaty when you're nervous or anxious, the Sense can detect that.

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