'Cyberpunk 2077' DLC still scheduled for 'early 2021' release

Source: CD Projekt

With all the issues CD Projekt's faced with Cyberpunk 2077, it's not surprising that people haven't paid attention to the new content for the game. Engadget points out that its initial free downloadable content is expected to hit Night City "early 2021" and that the webpage announcing this schedule went live around the same time the game launched. And it still hasn't been taken down.

The developer still has two patches it needs to roll out for last-generation console issues, which it promised to ship in January and February. CD Projekt also has tech upgrades for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, but it hasn't revealed a release date yet. The developer promised a DLC rollout similar to The Witcher 3, which had 16 free DLC that came out shortly after the game's launch with additions like cosmetic upgrades, new animations, and small quest lines. If you're waiting for multiplayer mode, that's still expected beyond 2021.

OnePlus tipped to launch a budget fitness tracker

OnePlus' entry into the smartwatch/fitness tracker space will be a budget-friendly one. And it's rumoured to come to India first. The OnePlus Band will reportedly launch in the country in the first quarter of this year, carrying a price tag of around US$40 (approximately CA$51). It aims to give Xiaomi a run for its money with its budget Mi Band fitness trackers.It's expected to have an AMOLED screen, multi-day battery life, and support for water resistance.

It makes sense for OnePlus to launch in India first as it contributes over a third of its global sales, and it's a testing ground for its less mainstream products, like the OnePlus TV. We won't know if it'll make its way here, or we'll have to hold out hope for its much-rumoured smartwatch.

Source: Android Central

Google experiment surfaces Instagram, TikTok videos in Search

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Google isn't new to indexing videos on its Search platform. But the focus was mostly on desktop-oriented video sites like its own YouTube. Now, the search giant is shifting the focus to the mobile, social media space. Google is experimenting with a new search feature that highlights Instagram and TikTok in a "Short Videos" carousel. It only works for specific terms and shows easy-to-tap thumbnails for relevant videos.

The test is still in its pilot stage, and it works on either your browser or the Google Search app on Android and iOS. Google didn't say if or when it will introduce the carousel to more searches and users. It's a sensible move from the company because if you can find the video you're looking for right from the browser, you're more likely to stay on Google's pages and consequently generate ad money. It also helps save time because it makes it easier to surface videos you might miss on those platforms.

Source: Engadget

Review: 2020 Volvo XC60 T8 Inscription

Text and Photos by Emily Chung

The 2020 Volvo XC60 T8 Inscription is a beautifully crafted compact luxury SUV. Our road test model combined a standard combustion engine (supercharged and turbocharged) and an electric motor. The 2020 Volvo XC60 is also available as a plug-in hybrid. The Polestar engineering added to the drive, the vehicle handled well, was powerful, and truly delivered for a performance SUV.

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