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Hitting a wall? Here’s how to get your creative juices flowing

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by on June 13, 2014 at 6:20 pm
Posted In: Analysis and Opinion, Around the Web, LifeHacks

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Sean Kim is an entrepreneur, new-born writer, and striving life-hacker. He was recognized as one of Canada’s Next 36 leaders, and is the the cofounder of Needle. This article was originally posted on the Sketchfab blog. “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” ― Maya Angelou It’s 11 p.m. on a Wednesday night. You’ve been digging away for the past six hours and this might be your best work yet. You’re so close to breaking through — then you hit a wall. There’s not a single drop of creative juice left in your brain. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Whether…

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E3 highlights: Evolve, Metal Gear, No Man’s Sky and The Witcher 3

Jun13
by on June 13, 2014 at 5:39 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider, Roundups

Gaming Companies Highlight Their Latest Products At Annual E3 Game Industry Conference
After E3 2013′s focus on console hardware, this year’s show brought the attention back on games. With all the great games coming to each system, you’ll have some tough choices this holiday season and next. On the hardware side, the next big thing is VR as Oculus and Sony ready their own headsets. Here are some of our favorites announcements from this week: Sunset Overdrive Insomniac Games’ Sunset Overdrive was the talk of Microsoft’s press conference. With its over-the-top cartoon violence, the game doesn’t take itself too seriously. The quirky humor will probably be the main draw, but the velocity mechanics that have you…

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Facebook investigating reports that its service is currently blocked in Iraq

Jun13
by on June 13, 2014 at 4:45 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider

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A Facebook spokesperson has confirmed to TNW that the company is looking into reports that some users in Iraq are not able to access the service as a result of new blocks put in place by the government. Earlier today, people began reporting via social media that Facebook, along with YouTube and Twitter were being blocked under new orders from Iraq’s Ministry of Communications (MoC). “We are disturbed by reports of access issues in Iraq and are investigating. Limiting access to Internet services — essential for communication and commerce for millions of people — is a matter of concern for the global community,”…

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8 personal branding hacks to help increase your online visibility

Jun13
by on June 13, 2014 at 4:20 pm
Posted In: Analysis and Opinion, Around the Web, Entrepreneur, Social Media

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Becoming interesting isn’t just about learning how to become a good conversationalist. You need stories to tell. And the way you communicate those stories on the Internet is through content. Personal branding online is not about you, it’s about your content. I realized it early in my career. In every job and at every stage of my life, I had unique content that gave me an edge and propelled me ahead of the pack, from the scaffolds of Manhattan to the c-suites of Madison Avenue. You need to offer your network or your company something of value to differentiate yourself. That’s your…

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Xbox One July update to add Snap Mode for Achievements, spoken language option, digital bundles, and more

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by on June 13, 2014 at 3:57 pm
Posted In: Around the Web, Gadgets

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Microsoft today detailed what gamers can expect in the next Xbox One update, which is slated to arrive in July. There are five new features on tap: Snap Mode for Achievements, double-tap to Snap, choice of spoken language, future digital bundles and compilation discs, as well as being able to ‘Like’ Game DVR clips. The first feature lets you track and view your achievements in real time without ever leaving the game. The new mode also offers a “Get Help” option for any achievements you might be struggling with by scanning the Web for relevant tips to show you right…

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