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Unveiling Hidden NES Game Techniques: Pushing the Limits of 8-Bit Hardware Unveiling Hidden NES Game Techniques: Pushing the Limits of 8-Bit Hardware The Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) is often remembered as a pioneering force in the gaming industry. With its 8-bit graphics, limited memory, and basic processing power, it’s easy to underestimate the sheer ingenuity required to make the most out of the console's capabilities. Through clever programming and creative use of hardware, developers were able to produce mind-blowing effects that still captivate gamers and developers today. This article takes a deep dive into some of the most fascinating and hidden techniques that NES game developers used to push the hardware to its limits. Looking for retro games and hardware to experience these amazing techniques for yourself? Check out these vintage NES games and accessories on eBay . ...

TLP S2 Ep. 12: PS5 Production In Trouble, Possible PS5 Redsign & What Is Amazon Sidewalk? Yes, we are back again with more tech news. We have some serious updates on future production of Sony's PlayStation 5 and well as rumored possible design to combat production issues. Have you heard of Amazon Sidewalk? Sidewalk has been a project in the works since 2019 and beginning June 8th 2021, it was open for all to use in their Alexa app. Tune in for more details. As always, thank you for listening.

Can we trust TOR?? Hacker Controlled Up to 27% of Tor Network to Steal Cryptocurrency. The article briefly discusses how a hack from Moscow took control of roughly 27% of the TOR network to steal cryptocurrency. Control lasted 16 months by attacking visitors of cryptocurrency websites. While redirecting traffic from cryptocurrency websites, SSL was striped decreasing data security from HTTPS to HTTP. Attacks began January 2020 and by February 2021, the volume of infrastructure created has reached 27% of the total volume of the Tor network. TOR was in the lead position for securing over the internet but users have been increasingly complaining about technical holes in the Tor security system. Source | https://utopia.fans/networks/hacker-controlled-tor-network-to-steal-cryptocurrency/

In this episode of The Tech Loft Podcast, we cover the winning of Sony and Microsoft in the gaming sector, Signal subpoenaed for user data it doesn't collect, Virginia bans use of facial recognition and telecom provider KPN in the Netherlands has concerns that China can spy on mobile customers.

TTLP S2 Ep.10 - Increase PS Trophy Rank Faster, PS4's CMOS Battery Concern & What is Google's FLoC? Welcome to Episode 10 of the Tech Loft Podcast. In this episode: How to Reach 'Trophy Rank 999' Faster on PS4 and PS5, PS4's Fatal System Clock Battery Error Reportedly Proven By Player & What is Google’s FloC (Federated Learning of Cohorts) and Why is it bad for you? Everything you need to know is a click away. Links from this episode: 50 PS4 Games To Achieve Platinum Trophies: https://culturedvultures.com/easiest-platinum-trophies-ps4/ Am I Being FLoCed?: https://amifloced.org/

TTLP: S2 Ep.9 LG News, Apple & Google Privacy Issues and Fornite Causing Divorces Hi everyone, welcome to episode 9 of The Tech Loft Podcast - bringing you news from the tech world. In this episode we found sad news from LG, Apple and Google taking your mobile device's telemetry information and Fornite is causing disruption in the home. Press play for all the details, enjoy!