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	     	<title><![CDATA[2013 E3: The most anticipated games]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[The annual Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) kicked off June 11 in Los Angeles and runs through June 13. The event brings together the biggest names in video game development and offers them a grand stage to unveil their latest, greatest titles.&nbsp;]]></description>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Fuse game review: Fun with friends but short on new ideas]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[After cutting through a ceiling grate, stealth assassin Naya activates her camouflage mode and silently takes out two armed guards before her squad mates burst into the room and the bullets start flying in full force. Squad leader Dalton Brooks activates his Magshield and the team gets behind him as enemy shots ping uselessly against the shimmering green force field.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:30:00 EDT</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Stony Brook video gaming competition lures tech's present, future to LI]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[Business leaders searching for seedlings of a technology boom on Long Island, like the one Silicon Valley experienced two decades ago, would have been wise to have stepped into the Charles B. Wang Center at Stony Brook University last Friday. There, an impressive roster of successful video game developers with roots on Long Island gathered to see the work of the next wave of computer science enthusiasts.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 11:48:00 EDT</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Camera gets outfitted with Wi-Fi]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[While Facebook unveiled its latest plans to enter the ever-competitive smartphone sector, one of the sector’s existing giants, Samsung, has been spending a lot of time lately on digital cameras. On Thursday, the company launched a Wi-Fi version of its Galaxy Camera.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Thu, 4 Apr 2013 16:42:00 EDT</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[BlackBerry Z10: Prepare to fall back in love]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[Once the dominant smartphone company, BlackBerry is once again worthy of consideration with its latest device.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2013 09:50:00 EDT</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Cuomo pledges $25M toward broader Internet access]]></title>
	     	<link>http://www.amny.com/warp-pipe-1.1521604/cuomo-pledges-25m-toward-broader-internet-access-1.4755048</link>
	     	<description><![CDATA[We take our high-speed Internet for granted here on Long Island. We have come to expect consistent service not only from the cable companies to whom we fork over more than $40 per month for the right to broadband access, but also from the businesses, public institutions and even the parks and public gathering places we frequent.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Tue, 5 Mar 2013 15:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[iPhone killer: Leaked video shows Galaxy S4 with projected keyboard]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[The coolest feature of Samsung’s forthcoming attempt at another “iPhone killer” may be a laser projection of a keyboard that owners can use to input text.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Thu, 27 Dec 2012 10:22:00 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Review: "PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale"]]></title>
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	     	<pubDate>Thu, 29 Nov 2012 04:08:00 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Review: Nintendo raises the gaming bar with Wii U]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[&quot;NINTENDO!&quot;]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 02:17:42 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[iPhone's Siri gets introduced to Chevy cars]]></title>
	     	<link>http://www.amny.com/warp-pipe-1.1521604/iphone-s-siri-gets-introduced-to-chevy-cars-1.4265383</link>
	     	<description><![CDATA[Apple’s voice-activated personal assistant Siri is spreading its disruptive powers beyond just the smartphone market. The technology was released to much fanfare in October 2011 and spawned a lengthy marketing campaign that helped the iPhone stay ahead of the growing competition in the mobile device sector.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 15:46:27 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Review: Call of Duty: Black Ops II Ear Force Tango]]></title>
	     	<link>http://www.amny.com/warp-pipe-1.1521604/review-call-of-duty-black-ops-ii-ear-force-tango-1.4264273</link>
	     	<description><![CDATA[If you’re looking for a casual gamer’s headset this isn’t the product for you. You can save yourself a bunch of dough by opting for one of Logitech’s many amazing headsets. I’ve used several of them and they all work efficiently for the novice gamer.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 11:00:08 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA['Spy Hunter' is worth the ride]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[Review Score: &nbsp;7/10]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2012 02:00:19 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Happy Birthday Xbox LIVE!]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[I still look back fondly on my time playing 'Rainbow Six: Black Arrow' with my friends on the original Xbox. It was during a time when a wall of text was torn down and voice chatting was enabled between gamers from different households. On November 15th, 2001, Microsoft's debut home console set to revolutionize the industry with the first Halo video game (Halo: Combat Evolved) and other titles like the party game Fuzion Frenzy. Now ten years later and mealy 2,000 titles on both Xbox and Xbox 360, Microsoft has surpassed expectations with an incredible amount of history since introducing the world to Xbox Live. Pretty impressive after other companies released products like XBand that failed to capture what is known today as online multiplayer entertainment. I do miss &quot;Fish Pong&quot; though... The &quot;X&quot; marks the spot for ten years of Xbox Live and to celebrate, Microsoft sent out special download codes to some of their elite members of the service. I'll be downloading the avatar helmet that let's my fellow Live party members that this guy right here was part of video game history. To add to the festivities, an entry contest is being held to win a custom Xbox LIVE Anniversary Xbox 360 console, 4,000 Microsoft Points, free months of Xbox Music and Xbox LIVE Gold, and more. Xbox Live members will receive an addition entry when downloading the appropriate gamerpic. So from us at Newsday's Warp Pipe, congratulations Microsoft on 10 years of Xbox Live!&nbsp;&nbsp;]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 02:41:57 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA['Star Wars: The Old Republic' now free-to-play]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[There is no longer a subscription fee needed to alter time, speed up the harvest and teleport yourself into a galaxy far, far away. &nbsp;]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 01:52:33 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Review: 'LittleBIGPlanet Karting' is creative fun behind the wheel]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[ 'LittleBIGPlanet' has become an playground of creation for gamers of all ages to come together and craft seemingly endless content with one another. But Sackboy wasn't the only &quot;Play, Create and Share&quot; game in town. United Front Games' 'Modnation Racers' raised the bar on go-kart gaming with custom level designing all the while packaging one really fun driving game. When Sackboy appeared as a pre-order exclusive for 'Modnation Racers' it was only a matter of time that the little guy added race tracks to his Pop-It as both games have come together in 'LittleBIGPlanet Karting'. Over the past two years, United Front Games, in collaboration with Sony San Diego Studio, have worked very hard on 'LittleBIGPlanet Karting' and the work shows for it in the game. A nice touch to what many would feel is just a hit the gas and go racing game is much more than that. A campaign Story Mode sets the tone nicely and introduces the player to the game's mechanics. With help from the enigmatic narrative voice of Stephen Fry, it is really easy to pick up drifting and projectile usage. Both will come in handy as Sackboy is faced with the daunting task of out racing a group of greedy aliens known as, &quot;The Hoard&quot;. I like that players are given the option to choose between X and Right Trigger as their gas peddle button. Let's face it, this is the primary button that will be used during your gaming session in 'LittleBIGPlanet Karting' so it's nice to see the developers wanted to ensure comfort out of the box for the player. I did notice that when a second controller joined the game that Sony sent us, they did not get prompted the a choice of loadout setting. A lesson learned after the race begins and karts blast ahead as you switch between the two options. Nearly thirty tracks and arena based levels as well as mini-games can be played through, with most of these levels playable with up to four controllers locally. Eight player online gaming doubles the fun and makes for tough competition on the community leader boards. Loading times can get slow at times, but it's not terrible. The worst wait time I had was running the game for the first time, after everything installs things get better trust me. All of the racing aside, its the creation tools that set this game apart from its genre. Costumes, karts, objects, stickers, decorations, and all the tools needed to craft your own digital Daytona are accessible. Many more tricks of the trade await to be unlocked while playing the game. Even better is that the game rewards returning fans of 'LittleBIGPlanet' some extra collectible. I've been rolling out with my ballooned racing kart with my Sackboy's new Afro look. Can you dig it? There were some minor issues with the crafting tool but if you have the patience you can create some really fun tracks. One of my favorites was one that was created to resemble Disney World's Space Mountain, keep those custom tracks coming everyone! The most impressive aspect of the game is how amazing it looks from the 3-D perspective. Sackboy is normally seen trotting up and down a 2-D scaled level but now you can dive straight into his world. Racing around courses feels unlike any 3-D kart game made because all of the 2-D elements that serve as a trademark to the 'LittleBIGPlanet' franchise litter the environments really well. Layered with some catchy soundtracks, each course becomes a chaotic pleasure cruise. 'LittleBIGPlanet' brings back its orb multipliers as well as its grappling hook, changing the way players would avert large obstacles along the tracks. Prize bubbles can be snagged and &quot;dream puddles of anti-imagination&quot; can be avoided and it's easy to drive while firing off the handy gadget. 'LittleBIGPlanet Karting' carry overs all the charm and customization fans of the LBP franchise have grown to love. Although some races may feel a little slowly paced, the variety of playful but powerful weapon pick-ups and collectible creation pieces make this go-kart video game much more than a dash to the top of online leader boards. It's a must-own for fans of Sackboy and those who've always wanted to build some of the most challenging yet happy-go-lucky environments race tracks known possible. It's only a shame the game is not available on the PS Vita, although so far it hasn't been ruled out that one will be in the future. Fingers crossed! Warp Pipe recommends 'LittleBIGPlanet Karting' as a hot item for the holidays!&nbsp;]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 01:28:38 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[A patriot is born in Ubisoft's epic title 'Assassin's Creed 3']]></title>
	     	<link>http://www.amny.com/warp-pipe-1.1521604/a-patriot-is-born-in-ubisoft-s-epic-title-assassin-s-creed-3-1.4220224</link>
	     	<description><![CDATA[In the “Assassin’s Creed” series, Ubisoft has immersed players in key historical cruxes like 12th Century Damascus and 15th Century Venice through the eyes of “Brotherhood Assassins,” who track down and kill assigned targets (usually the Assassins’ archenemies, the Templars). Ezio Auditore, the charming Venetian as adept at taking maidens’ hearts as he is taking contracts’ lives, has been the focal point of the series’ popularity boom, but Ubisoft’s freshest face is poised to take control.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:34:00 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA['Call of Duty: Black Ops 2' launches]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 is in stores now and Activision is already sweetening the deal on the game's optional 'DLC Season Pass'.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 03:10:00 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Review: '007 Legends' is a "SkyFail"]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[&quot;...developers dropped the 'Thunderball' in making a proper game for James Bond.&quot; &nbsp;- Warp Pipe]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2012 00:43:00 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Gift-getters prefer tablets to laptops, survey finds]]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[If you’re shopping for a high-priced tech gadget this holiday season, your loved one would probably prefer a new tablet to a laptop, according to a PriceGrabber.com survey released Nov. 8, 2012. The online price comparison service found that 59 percent of the 1,475 online U.S. shoppers it polled late last month would prefer a tablet to a laptop.]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Fri, 9 Nov 2012 15:13:57 EST</pubDate>
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	     	<title><![CDATA[Review: Kickin' it old school with 'Midway Arcade Origins']]></title>
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	     	<description><![CDATA[&quot;...a terrific port that keeps the retro flame burning bright.&quot; &nbsp;- Warp Pipe]]></description>
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	     	<pubDate>Thu, 8 Nov 2012 23:59:00 EST</pubDate>
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