Entries by Nicole Batac (11823)

Saturday
May202023

HP's recent software update bricks some OfficeJet printers

Some HP OfficeJet printers are becoming unusable after installing a recent software update from the company. The update causes the printers to show a blue screen error with the code 83C0000B, which prevents users from accessing the touchscreen to reset the device. The only way to fix the problem is to send the printer back to HP for service.

The issue affects OfficeJet 902x models, such as the Pro 9022e, Pro 9025e, Pro 9020e All-in-One, and Pro 9025e All-in-One. HP advises customers who own these printers to disconnect them from the internet to avoid downloading the faulty update. The company says it is aware of the problem and working on a solution. Customers who encounter the error can contact HP support for assistance: https://support.hp.com.

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Friday
May192023

Twitter Blue lets subscribers upload two-hour videos

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Twitter Blue subscribers can now upload longer videos up to two hours and 8GB in size. The company increased the limits to attract more content creators to the platform (or at least entice them to return and pay for its subscription service). You don't need a subscription to watch the videos, though. 

Video quality is still capped at 1080p for everyone. This update allows iOS users to upload videos in the mobile app, but Android users can only do so via a web browser. 

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Friday
May192023

Disney’s 'Star Wars' hotel to shut down in September

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Disney World is closing its Star Wars-themed hotel, the Galactic Starcruiser, after only opening its doors in March 2022. The hotel, which costs around $5,000 for a two-night stay, offers guests an immersive experience in the Halcyon starship from Star Wars. It features themed decor, interactive events, dining, and entertainment.

Disney says the Starcruiser will host its final guests from September 28 to the 30. The company will contact those who have bookings after September 30 to modify their plans or discuss options. It will also pause new bookings until May 26 to accommodate the affected guests. 

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Friday
May192023

Sony to showcase PS5 and PS VR2 games on May 24

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Sony will host a PlayStation Showcase on May 24th at 4 PM ET, streaming on YouTube and Twitch. The event will last over an hour and feature PS5 and PS VR2 games from Sony and its partners. Some of the games we might see are Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which is coming this fall, The Last of Us multiplayer spin-off, and possibly Mortal Kombat and Metal Gear Solid announcements. This showcase is expected to be bigger than the regular State of Play, so get ready for some exciting PS5 and PS VR2 news.

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