“We tried to keep the soul of the original attraction, but level it up” — Disney World transforms Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin into a real-time ride system powered by Unreal Engine
Ahead of Toy Story 5, we spoke with Walt Disney Imagineering software lead Evan Klein about the massive tech overhaul powering the newly upgraded Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin — from Unreal Engine-powered ride vehicles to dynamic gameplay systems and networked targets.Latest from TechRadar
Xbox is now XBOX
Xbox just allcapsmaxxed: Meet XBOX. This isn’t a joke; Microsoft appears to be actually rebranding Xbox to XBOX. Asha Sharma, Xbox CEO, ran a poll on X earlier this week, asking fans whether Microsoft should use Xbox or XBOX. The results were in favor of XBOX, and the company has now renamed its X account. […]
How to watch the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final online for FREE from anywhere
25 countries and only one winner. How are you going to vote? Here’s how to watch Eurovision 2026 Grand Final online and for free from anywhere.Latest from TechRadar
NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, May 16 (game #1070)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here’s all you need to know to solve today’s game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.Latest from TechRadar
NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, May 16 (game #804)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here’s all you need to know to solve today’s game, including the spangram.Latest from TechRadar
Could Contact-Tracing Apps Help With the Hantavirus? Not Really
Contact-tracing apps were widely deployed during the Covid pandemic. They aren’t as helpful during smaller outbreaks.WIRED
Vivo’s X300 Ultra has the best cameras in any phone
The X300 Ultra is mostly let down by its rather dull design. A few months ago, I wrote that the telephoto camera is the only lens that matters any more, at least when it comes to Ultra-class flagships. As phones got better, cameras became where manufacturers tried to stand out. As cameras got better, telephoto […]
Do City Delivery Drones Make Sense? No One Knows, but They’re Flying Over NYC
One of the country’s busiest airspaces has a new kind of flying machine—maybe temporarily.WIRED
How Handheld Translators Work and Why They’re Handy for Travel
Your cell phone can handle basic language translation, but bespoke tools can offer a much more immersive experience.WIRED
‘Reservation Hijacking’ Scams Target Travelers. Here’s How to Stay Safe
The hotel staffer who calls you with an urgent request for payment isn’t necessarily who they say they are.WIRED