Rooted in his childhood obsession with dismantling and reassembling gizmos and gadgets around the house, Jack McGrath's knowledge of programming, gaming, and mobile devices coupled with his enthusiasm for everything tech-related provides an interesting perspective on today's latest news.
If you are used to being a lone wolf in your favorite shooters, hunting for headshots solo, DICE certainly welcomes you to try out Battlefield 3. But the Swedish developer's latest creation is meant to force friends to actively collaborate to effectively utilize the game's complex mechanics. What is your incentive to party-up? The developer is overhauling its four playable classes to...
With hardware that can compete with current-generation home consoles and a bevy of incredible titles on the horizon, the PlayStation Vita came out of E3 riding on a wave of anticipation. If the consumer electronics manufacturer hasn't managed to convince you that its next-generation handheld is a force to be reckoned with yet, the trailer above is meant for your viewing pleasure. The...
Apple regularly touts milestones in its App Store, whether downloads or the number of available apps. Whenever the mobile marketplace hits a milestone number, the company isn’t afraid to shout to the heavens about its success. Today, Apple announced that more than 15 billion apps have been downloaded from the App Store in the three years since the platform’s launch. “In just three...
Google+ is officially on the market, and it’s being released in small doses in the form of invites. Much like how Gmail was initially spread in beta, the invite only model creates a sense of exclusivity and belonging. Facebook also used this method to market their network to college students, and eventually became part of the global definition of social media. Whether Google+ mirrors...
Despite the fact that Sony has gone on record saying they have no intention of pursuing another piece of hardware any time soon, various rumors have been circulating since E3 suggesting that both Sony and Microsoft will release new consoles next year to compete with the launch of the Nintendo’s next-generation hardware, the Wii U. According to DigiTimes, Sony will begin manufacturing...
How do you develop apps for iOS? It’s a common question that many computer enthusiasts ask, and one we here at TechnoBuffalo hope to answer with this series of posts. Learning how to develop software can be one of the most intimidating prospects for the average computer user, and with the growing saturation of applications in mobile marketplaces, it is becoming increasingly difficult...
Microsoft has made the decision to fuse its two online gaming portals and house them under one intuitive roof, Xbox.com. The news broke when a statement appeared on the Games for Windows homepage, explaining that the move is being implemented to consolidate the studio’s gaming services. “Games for Windows Marketplace will fully transition over to Xbox.com,” reads the gaming service’s...
New data from market research firm Newzoo has found that United States consumer spending on video games in 2011 will reach a total of $21.6 billion, just a bit lower than 2010’s statistics. In addition to this statistic, The 2011 Games Market Revenue Report, due to be released on July 5th, notes that 145 million people in the U.S. will spend money on games in 2011, with most of this...
After several very rocky months between Twitter and developers, the social networking platform has finally decided to smooth things over by giving developers more information, assistance and support through a new web portal, which is set to launch July. Known for its speedy rise to Internet prominence, the San Francisco-based company has been widely criticized for shunning many of its...
How do you develop apps for iOS? It's a common question that many computer enthusiasts ask, and one we here at TechnoBuffalo hope to answer with this series of posts. Learning how to develop software can be one of the most intimidating prospects for the average computer user, and with the growing saturation of applications in mobile marketplaces, it is becoming increasingly difficult...
After its release in 1994, Marathon, an independent title developed and published by Bungie, was able to achieve critical success and a cult following. Programmed to function on Apple’s Macintosh operating system, the game failed to gain widespread traction because of its limited audience. Hopefully, the title will finally be seen by the audience that it deserves with its introduction...
What games are coming out this week?  Let TechnoBuffalo help you keep track with all of the new releases for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii. Combat Wings: The Great Battles of WWIINintendo Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 Combat Wings: The Great Battles of WWII is an aerial shooter for Nintendo Wii which places players in the vanguard of Allied forces in the most crucial air...
How do you develop apps for iOS? It’s a common question that many computer enthusiasts ask, and one we here at TechnoBuffalo hope to answer with this series of posts. Learning how to develop software can be one of the most intimidating prospects for the average computer user, and with the growing saturation of applications in mobile marketplaces, it is becoming increasingly difficult...
What games are coming out this week?  Let TechnoBuffalo help you keep track with all of the new releases for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii. Wii Play: MotionNintendo Wii Wii Play: Motion with Black Wii Remote Plus is a game bundle for Wii specifically designed to highlight the new standard game controller included. Featuring 12 fun multiplayer party games, this bundle is the...
How do you develop apps for iOS? It’s a common question that many computer enthusiasts ask, and one we here at TechnoBuffalo hope to answer with this series of posts. Learning how to develop software can be one of the most intimidating prospects for the average computer user, and with the growing saturation of applications in mobile marketplaces, it is becoming increasingly difficult...
Nintendo has finally revealed their next generation console and it is a radical change from the company’s normal strategy. The system’s controller includes a huge 6.2- inch touch screen display and twin analog sticks. Formerly known as Project Cafe, the Wii U is one of the biggest announcements at E3 this year. While Nintendo’s new Wii U is dedicated to two-screen games with touch-...
Riding on a wave of anticipation, Insomniac demonstrated why Resistance 3 will be one of the best games this year in a short presentation during Sony's press event. The brief demo began showcasing the Remnants, a group of civilians attempting to destroy a horde dropship. The massive aircraft comes crashing to the earth when a single missile crashes violently into its hull. Chimeran...
 After months of speculation regarding the specifics of Nintendo’s next console, codenamed Project Cafe, we finally have valid proof that a successor to the massively-successful Wii does exist. Most consoles and handhelds have some sort of working nickname while in development. Wii was infamously called “Revolution.” GameCube was known as “Dolphin” for many months. Nintendo’s next...
Today was certainly a hectic day in the world of gaming to say the least. We’ve compiled a list of TechnoBuffalo’s top headlines for today to help you make sense of it all. Microsoft’s Press Conference Though all of Microsoft’s surprises appeared to have been leaked prematurely, the company still had a few tricks up its sleeves, demonstrating major titles like Tomb Raider and Modern...
What games are coming out this week?  Let TechnoBuffalo help you keep track with all of the new releases for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii. Infamous 2PlayStation 3 Cole MacGrath is back, more confident and with more focused energy burst abilities. Blamed for the destruction of Empire City, Cole must make a dramatic journey to discover his full super-powered potential – and...