▼ Summary
– The article introduces Installer No. 92, a newsletter featuring tech and gaming recommendations, including new products like the Elgato Facecam 4K and LG StanbyMe 2.
– It highlights several tech and gaming items, such as Sharge’s retractable power bank, a vertical wireless mouse, and games like “Time Flies” and “Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound.”
– Kallie Plagge, a senior copy editor at The Verge, shares her homescreen setup and current interests, including Pokémon, word games, and horror games like “The Mortuary Assistant.”
– The article includes community recommendations, such as shows like “Foundation,” games like “The Drifter,” and tools like the Folio app for saving articles.
– The author asks readers about their keyboard layouts, sharing their experience with Colemak and inviting feedback for a future issue.
High-quality webcams have come a long way, and the latest models now rival professional DSLR cameras in performance. The Elgato Facecam 4K stands out as a prime example, offering 4K resolution at 60fps alongside manual controls for ISO, white balance, and shutter speed. Priced at $199.99, it even supports 49mm lens filters, making it a versatile choice for streamers, content creators, and professionals who demand studio-quality video without the bulk of a traditional camera setup.
For those who prefer flexibility in their entertainment setup, LG’s StanbyMe 2 brings a portable 27-inch display on wheels, letting users move their TV wherever needed. While the $1,299.99 price tag may be steep, the convenience of a roll-away screen could be worth it for those who value adaptable home theater setups.
Gaming enthusiasts have plenty to explore, from Twisted Metal’s second season, which promises a more game-accurate adaptation, to indie titles like Time Flies, where players experience life as a fly with only seconds to complete a bucket list. Meanwhile, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound revives the classic franchise with stunning pixel art and challenging combat, proving that retro-inspired games still have a place in modern gaming.
Tech accessories continue to innovate, with Sharge’s Retractable 3-in-1 Power Bank combining USB-C charging, a built-in battery, and sleek design, making it both practical and stylish. For ergonomic computing, the Seenda MOU-302 Vertical Wireless Mouse adds a volume knob and vibrant color options, though its usefulness may depend on personal preference.
On the AI front, Ollama simplifies running local AI models on macOS and Windows without requiring command-line expertise. It’s a handy tool for developers and enthusiasts looking to experiment with AI offline.
For those curious about productivity setups, Kallie Plagge, a senior editor at The Verge, shares her iPhone homescreen, featuring Pokémon-themed wallpapers, NYT Games, and Umamusume, a horse girl racing sim. Her current obsessions include competitive Pokémon strategies ahead of the World Championships and horror gaming collaborations like The Mortuary Assistant.
The Installer community also weighs in with recommendations, from Foundation and Smoke for sci-fi fans to Descenders, an adrenaline-packed mountain biking game, and Folio, a promising Pocket alternative for saving articles.
Wrapping up, the discussion shifts to keyboard layouts, with an informal poll on non-QWERTY typers. Whether for ergonomics or efficiency, alternative layouts like Colemak have their loyalists, would you make the switch?
Stay tuned for more tech insights and recommendations next week!
(Source: The Verge)
