Bits: The Byteside Blog
AI and avoiding digital phrenology
Giving AI too much credit is a big issue that needs to be considered in the mix of how we improve the ethical structures around its use. If it isn’t as good as we’re told it is, why is it allowed to play such a big role in parts of our lives?
So what are the most popular Pokémon worldwide?
Ever wondered which Pokémon are popular worldwide? Wonder no more as we explore a recent region by region analysis.
HyperX Quadcast S review: crazy good for something with screamy RGBs
Don't be fooled by its gamercore RGB styles. This microphone is serious – a great choice, just use it with care to get it working just right.
Bits (podcast) and pieces
My new Bits podcast is now four weeks old. If you haven’t checked it out yet, please do! I’m feeling more in touch with the daily tech news world just by making it. I hope listeners feel the same. Eight headlines every morning of the week in under
D-Link COVR AX1800 review: Wi-Fi 6 mesh networking is easy now
Wi-Fi 6 mesh networking is now easy to get working nicely, and the COVR's extra Ethernet ports on every unit are a boost over competitors.
YubiKey 5C NFC kills the last excuse for not getting serious about security
The Yubikey 5C NFC is the ideal combo that lets your added peace of mind work with practically every modern device.
Fortress is back, and it’s (mostly) good
The Fortress venue is an amazing place to spend time. We just wish the food was better and the prices a touch lower.
Sonos Roam review: the most Sonos experience yet
The Sonos Roam feels like the Sonos equivalent of an overnight sensation (thanks to 16 years of hard work). Buy one. You won't regret it.
Among Us' Airship map out now, big updates soon including new art style
Among Us' biggest update is here now with the Airship map, new moderation tools, plus news of future content including a visual revamp.
Gamer chair showdown: MSI MAG CH120 does kind of OK, I guess
MSI was brave enough to put up a chair for judgement in our ongoing gaming chair series. It wasn't very good, but had a key saving grace.
The cast of Obi-Wan Kenobi's Disney+ series is looking mighty impressive
With Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen - plus Aussie Joel Edgerton - returning, the Obi-Wan Kenobi series should be a lot of fun.
Wood waste based bioplastic can be completely recycled and biodegrade
Researchers are working on a promising new material to replace plastic that's made out of wood and can completely biodegrade.
Live music in Roblox and Fortnite — virtual concerts are here to stay
Royal Blood and Lil Nas X in Roblox, Travis Scott in Fortnite - how music artists are taking over the biggest games with virtual concerts.
Space was meant to be humanity's dream, but billionaires have stolen it
If we get to space by leaving most of us behind, would we even truly be a interplanetary species or just a few rich arseholes in space.
Magic: The Gathering Arena now available on mobile, includes Kaldheim
Do battle with fellow Planeswalkers wherever you are thanks to MTG Arena's mobile release - no cards needed.
Sideswipe, Psyonix's 2D Rocket League mobile spin-off, looks sick
Rocket League Sideswipe will be on iOS and Android in 2021. Aussie/NZ-based Android users can play a limited-time alpha version now.
The Antikythera Mechanism is the ultimate ancient nerd puzzle
A new theoretical model for the Antikythera Mechanism suggests we're really close to cracking the case on this puzzling artefact!
Five times Peter Dutton did shit that would make a GTA scriptwriter blush
Minister Dutton wants to blame games for why there's so much toxic masculinity out there. Here's a bunch of times he was more toxic than GTA.
So polished it's lifeless
The past few weeks watching PM Morrison flounder has been a textbook lesson in how media training has gone so terribly wrong in corporations and politics. The effort to be so good at only ever saying the thing you’re prepared to say – to “never accept the premise of the
First flight for NASA Mars helicopter, Ingenuity, gets official date
The Ingenuity helicopter, strapped to the Mars Perseverance rover, has finally confirmed its first flight date on the red planet.
