Xiaomi poised to enter North American market in 2015

While the Chinese tech brand Xiaomi might not be too familiar to ordinary people, tech enthusiasts know this brand as manufacturers of affordable but powerful smartphones in Asia. And it would seem they would make their way to this side of the planet in the coming year. According to former Google executive and now Global Vice President for Xiaomi Hugo Barra, the company is working on entering the North American market next year. They aren’t focusing on it at the moment because they are trying to enter 10 other markets this year. We will keep you posted for any updates on this matter.

Source: Android Authority

Nintendo introduces steampunk-themed game for 3DS

Nintendo is bringing a new steampunk-themed game to the 3DS next year. The game is called Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. and will be a turn-based strategy title. It is said to take advantage of the touchscreen of the console and have shooter elements integrated as well to boost attacks and movements in the game. The characters will reportedly run on steam and help them perform attacks but these will be available in a limited number. And character designs are said to be inspired by comic book artists Jack Kirby and Bruce Timm.

Source: Ubergizmo

‘Game of Thrones’ author George R.R. Martin joins Twitter

It’s not that George R.R. Martin needs additional distractions right now. We are all still waiting for the next installment of A Song of Ice and Fire after all. But the author has just joined Twitter. He has admitted though that he won’t tweet as much. But if he gives us more insight into what will happen to our favorite characters, then we’d welcome the update.

I don't tweet all that much, please check out my live journal page. ;) #myfirstTweet

— George RR Martin (@GRRMspeaking) June 9, 2014

Source: CNET

Sony introduces new ‘Infamous: First Light’ DLC

Moving on to more Sony E3 news. There is a new standalone downloadable content for the game Infamous: Second Son called First Light. They should a quick clip at the conference that looks like the DLC will focus on the character Fetch. Fetch looks to be locked in a prison for super-powered human beings, which forces her to confront her past. She will also start a new journey geared towards exacting revenge. The game will be available starting August.

Source: Game Informer