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DBHスキャン画面のモールス信号

　デトロイトビカムヒューマンでは、スキャンしてオブジェクトを解析すると下の画像のような不均一の点線が上部に表示される��

　この点線はモールス信号になっている。短めの線をトン、長めの線をツーとすると、この画像の場合は

「DID YOU SAVE THE FISH?（魚を救いましたか？）」と解読できる。

　モールス信号が隠されていること自体は（熱心なプレイヤーの間だと）そこそこ有名なネタで、既に先人が解読しているが、全種類の文字列が知りたかったので今年初めからちまちまとスクリーンショット計800枚程度を解読していた。その結果、オブジェクトによって文字列が常に固定のものとランダムのもの��あり、さらにランダムの中で長押し解析ごとに新しい文字列に変わるものと、チェックポイントをロードしなければ変わらないものがあることが分かった（多くは解析ごとに変わる）。

ブラウザによっては画質が下がって読めないと思う。同じ表をGoogleスプレッドシートにアップした。

　例えば「DID YOU SAVE THE FISH?」はランダム文字列なので、左の表で「random」と記したあらゆるオブジェクトの解析画面に、右の表に記したランダム文字列群の中から無作為に表示される可能性があるはず。固定に使われている文字列はランダムのオブジェクトには表示されない。　この表だけ見てもあんまり面白くないと思うので、今回の記事では

直接ゲーム内容に関係あるもの ↓ 比較的分かりやすいネタ ↓ 映画からの引用 ↓ 元ネタ不明なもの ↓ 開発の内輪話っぽいもの

と、独断でやんわりカテゴリー分けした順に紹介する（Tumblrのテキスト投稿は30枚しか画像を添付できないので、スクショをカテゴリーごとにまとめないと一件の投稿に収まらないという事情もある）。中には説明不要かもしれない有名な映画の台詞や有名なミームもあるが、一応解説する。　また、一部の文字列はいつだかのアップデートで変更されたらしい。今回使ったスクリーンショットは全て2022年後半～2023年前半に撮影したもので、アプデ前に存在したらしい例えば「HELLO. MY NAME IS INIGO MONTOYA.（俺の名前はイニゴ・モントーヤだ）」などは含まれていない。他にもあなたが知っている文字列がこの記事に出てこないかもしれない。　なお、製作のクアンティック・ドリームがフランスの会社なので、モールス信号にはフランス語の文字列も多く含まれる。フランス語にはé、è、ê、çのようなアクサン記号というものがあり、特有の符号も一応存在するのだが、それらはゲーム画面ではうまくモールスに変換されず、点線のトンに値する点にも満たない短いゴミとして表示されてしまう。こういった文字列に関しては、dragonbane氏が見つけた内部データを参照して正しいスペルを確認した。　フランス語はモールス解読の為にちょっと勉強しただけの初心者なので、おかしな記述があったらコメントしてほしい。残念なことに英語も自信ない。　あと、この記事は長い。

CYBERLIFE IS... / ...WATCHING YOU

サイバーライフがあなたを見ている

【固定：「人質」家族写真のジョン・フィリップス、キャロライン・フィリップス】

　ジョンとキャロラインの文字列を繋げると、ジョージ・オーウェルの小説『1984年』のパロディになる。同じ写真に映っている娘のエマには毎回異なるランダム文字列が割り当てられる。　『1984年』の舞台である全体主義国家オセアニアでは、スターリン似の男の顔と共に「ビッグ・ブラザーがあなたを見ている」というスローガンの書かれたポスターが至る所に貼られ、それによって住民は常に��視されていることを意識して生活する。ポスターの目は「こちらがどう動いてもずっと目が追いかけてくるように描かれ」ていると描写される。小説の刊行以来「ビッグ・ブラザー」という用語自体が、市民的自由を制限しプライバシーを侵害する権力の濫用を指すものとして比喩的に用いられるようになった。

RA9 IS A FAKE

rA9はフェイクだ

【ランダム】

　「『ケーキは嘘』みたい」と言ってる人がRedditにいて、確かにと思った。「ケーキは嘘」については後述。

　チャプター「人質」の台詞群。

IF IT FALLS, SHE FALLS

ヤツが落ちれば娘も道連れだ

【固定：「人質」父親の死体の肺上部】

　コナーが最初に話しかけた時に、アラン隊長がバルコニーの変異体とエマについて状況を説明する台詞。　英語版では基本的に人間側のキャラクターがアンドロイドを指す代名詞にitが用いられる。

I DON'T NEED TO BE FIXED

修理なんか必要ない

【固定：「人質」父親の死体の顔】

　交渉中に［欠陥］を選ぶと、コナーが「修理さえすれば元通りになるはずだ」と言い、ダニエルが「修理なんか必要ない！」と返す。

YOU CANT KILL ME... / ...IM NOT ALIVE

僕は生き物じゃない殺せないぞ

【固定：「人質」父親の死体の左腎、肺下部】

　ダニエルの「そいつに触ったら殺すぞ！」という脅しを無視して、バルコニーに倒れている警官の止血処置を行う際にコナーが言う台詞。　ちなみに交渉中のコナーはダニエルに関してなら「kill」とか「die」とかいった言い回しを普通に適用している。

HOLD ON JUST A LITTLE WHILE LONGER

あと少しじっと耐えなさい

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　最終章「行進」のラストで［歌う］を選んだ場合にマーカス達が歌う黒人霊歌のタイトル。Cleophus Robinson Jr.によって書かれた。

NO ANDROID WERE HARMED / IN THE PROCESS OF / MAKING THIS GAME - MOSTLY

このゲームの制作過程で危害を受けたアンドロイドはいません──ほぼ

【固定：「鳥の巣」鳥籠のスリップ痕、指紋、フック】（ゲーム画面では「-」が正しく表示されない）

　映画の一般的な免責文言に「No Animals Were Harmed（危害を受けた動物はいません）」というものがある。映画制作の過程で、動物の取り扱いに関する特定の基準を満たした作品がこの文言を表示できる。TV Tropesによると、これをパロディして映画に登場した非実在の生き物を文言に当てはめるようなネタは割とよくあるクレジットギャグの一種らしい。あとは「動物に危害はなかったが人間にはあった」とか「動物に危害はなかったが魚が食べられた」とか、実在の生き物が危害をむしろ受けたという型もあるようなので、「危害を受けたアンドロイドはいません」に「ほぼ」を付け足すこのネタはこれらのハイブリッドと言える。或いはハイブリッドにしたこと自体、作中でアンドロイドが器物と人格の間にあったことを踏まえたブラックジョークっぽくもある。

UN PIXEL QUI BOUGE / EST UN PIXEL VIVANT

動くピクセルは生けるピクセル

【固定：「鳥の巣」ペン、スツール】

THE QUICK, BROWN FOX / JUMPS OVER A LAZY DOG

素早い茶色の狐はのろまな犬を飛び越える

【ランダム】

　そういう一般的なフィラーテキストがある。日本語だと「あのイーハトーヴォのすきとおった風」とかにあたる。アルファベット全文字が使われていて、フォントの見栄えとかを確認する為によくダミーで打ち込まれる文字列。

BACON IPSUM PROK LOIN

ベーコンイプサム豚ロスー

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　他に有名なフィラーテキストで、「Lorem ipsum」から始まる一連の文字列があり、原稿がない段階でレイアウトを決める際によく流し込まれる。そのパロディで、ひたすら肉の部位や肉料理名を羅列していくBacon Ipsumというふざけたジェネレータが存在する。「pork loin（豚ロース）」もこのジェネレータで出てくる。モールス信号の「prok」のスペルミスは、この他にもスペルミスを含むモールス信号がいくつかあるのを見るに敢えてと思われる。

GOO GL NGXXD2

goo.gl/NgXxD2

【ランダム】

　これは解説することによってこのモールスを仕込んだ趣旨を台無しにするだろうが、定番釣り動画の一種。日本でもこのネタでよくミーム動画を作ってるアカウントのツイートが伸びてるとこを見かけるので、聴いたことある人は多いかもしれない。元々4chanの管理人がeggをduckに置き換えるフィルタを実装したことがきっかけで、eggrollがduckrollになり、それを受けてあるユーザーが車輪のついた鴨に「duckroll」の文字を添えた画像を作成して投稿した。そして興味をそそられてURLをクリックした先でこの画像が表示されるという釣り「ダックロール」が流行し、その派生でリック・アストリーの「Never Gonna Give You Up」のミュージックビデオに飛ばされる釣り「リックロール」が生まれた。　正直デトロイトビカムヒューマンはオンラインマニュアルのURLを使った隠しページネタの前例があるから結構期待して開いたので、素でリックロールされた。モールス信号は大文字小文字の区別が付かないので、普通にプレイして解読する分には組み合わせのバリエーションを試さねばきちんと機能するURLを特定できず、相当な努力をした人だけが釣られることができる。

THE CAKE IS A LIE

ケーキは嘘

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　2007年のゲーム『Portal』からの引用及びそこから派生したミーム。ゲームが始まると、プレイヤーは訳も分からないまま管理AIによる自動音声の案内に従って、ワープ可能なポータルを用いての脱出ゲームのようなテストを受けさせられる。AIは時折怪しいことを口走りつつ被験者をおだて、テスト終了後のケーキを約束してくるが、部屋のギミックは徐々に危険なものとなる。いよいよ殺されそうになったプレイヤーが試験室から逃げて施設内のメンテナンスエリアに出ると、AIが被験者を欺こうとしていることを警告する「The cake is a lie」という文字が、事情を知る他の人物によって壁に書かれている。　このフレーズが流行ると、空虚で達成不能な目標を追いかけていること、努力が無駄であることなどを一般的に指したりするようになった。陳腐なほど流行ったらしく、とっくにデッドミームと見做す人もいれば、2020年の『アサシンクリードヴァルハラ』が未だにこのワードを使っていたりもして、まあ息の長い古��ミームという感じなのかもしれない。

NIET, ICH AM TON VADER

違う、お前の父はわしだ

【ランダム】

　多言語ちゃんぽん。全ての単語を英語に訳すと「niet」はロシア語で「no」、「ich」はドイツ語で「I」、「am」はそのまま、「ton」はフランス語で「your」、「vader」はオランダ語で「father」。『スター・ウォーズエピソード5/帝国の逆襲』（1980年）のダース・ベイダーの台詞「No, I am your father」になる。「父」の部分にオランダ語を当てたかっただけでは......

FLASH! AHAAAAAA!

フラッシュ！アアー

【ランダム】

　映画『フラッシュ・ゴードン』（1980年）のQueenによる主題歌「フラッシュのテーマ」の歌い出し。地球滅亡の危機をもたらす惑星モンゴとの和平交渉計画に巻き込まれ��宇宙へ飛び立つことになってしまったアメフト選手フラッシュ・ゴードンが、結果的にモンゴの各民族と結束して独裁者と戦うスペースオペラ。全体的にバカバカしい映画なのだが、アクションシークエンスで静かにバスドラとベースラインが鳴り始めて、フラッシュがこちらに向かっているカットに切り替わる瞬間「フラッシュ！」のフレーズを重ねるのは正直言ってカッコいい。　『フラッシュ・ゴードン』自体は1934年に連載が始まったSF冒険コミックが原作で、テレビシリーズも存在した。子供時代に放映を観ていたジョージ・ルーカスはこの作品を映画化したいと考えていたが権利を取得できず、代わりに『スター・ウォーズ』を撮ることになった。

FLASH GORDON FREEMAN

フラッシュ・ゴードン・フリーマン

【ランダム】

　上記の作品『フラッシュ・ゴードン』のタイトル及び主人公の名前と、1998年のゲーム『ハーフライフ』の主人公ゴードン・フリーマンの名前を掛け合わせたネタではないかと思う。『ハーフライフ』はさっき「ケーキは嘘」の項目で紹介した『Portal』と同じバルブ・コーポレーションが開発している。ゴードン・フリーマンはドラクエとかポケモンとかの主人公が喋らないのと同じような感じの無口系で、しかもFPSだから基本的に姿も見えない主人公だが、（それ故に？）英語圏でめちゃくちゃ人気がある。

YOU TALKIN TO ME?

俺に用か？

【ランダム】

　『タクシードライバー』（1976年）の主人公の台詞からの引用。ベトナム戦争の帰還兵で不眠症に苛まれるタクシードライバーのトラヴィス（ロバート・デ・ニーロ）は、彼を振った女性が選挙事務所に務める大統領候補のパランタイン議��暗殺を企て、銃を4丁購入する。脇や袖に隠した銃を抜く練習をしながら、鏡に映った自分に「俺に用か？」と話しかける。

LEAVE THE GUN TAKE THE CANNOLI

銃は置いていけ、カンノーリは持っていけ

【ランダム】

　『ゴッドファーザー』（1972年）のクレメンザの台詞からの引用。運転手の粛清を命じられたコルレオーネ・ファミリーの幹部クレメンザが、手下に運転手を殺させてその車を乗り捨てる際、銃を置いていくように命じる。カンノーリは「ケーキ」と訳されている字幕版もあるが、そういうシチリア発祥のお菓子の名前で、クレメンザが出がけに妻から頼まれていた。　記事の最初にも書いたように一部のモールス信号はアップデートで変更されたが、変更前の文字列にも「IM GOING TO MAKE HIM AN OFFER HE CANT REFUSE（文句は言わさん）」という同じく『ゴッドファーザー』からの引用があったらしい。

　このスクリーンショット全てフランスのコメディ映画『La Classe Américaine』（1993年）からの引用。一枚の画像にまとめてしまったが、固定文字列とランダム文字列と両方ある。　この映画は、ワーナー・ブラザーズのアーカイブから既存映画のシーン映像にフランス語で新たな吹き替えをあてたものを細切れに再構築して、全く別の物語を組み立てるという手法を取っている。例えば主役のジョン・ウェインが、彼のフランスで最も定番な吹き替え声優レイモン・ロワイエの声でクソバカなことを喋るといったような悪ふざけとしての贅沢さもあってか、フランスではどうやらカルト的な人気があるらしく、数々の映画やアニメ、ゲームで引用されている。　監督のミシェル・アザナヴィシウスは日本でも多少知られてると思うが、『La Classe Américaine』は権利的にも難しい点の多いテレビ映画で邦訳も存在しない。この項目で紹介する引用は拙訳なので参考程度に読んでほしい。

CE FLIM N EST PAS / UN FLIM SUR LE CYCLIMSE

この映画はじでんしゃ競技についての映画ではありません

【固定：「相棒」バーの客デレク・マイヤーズ、クリストファー・グレイ】

　『La Classe Américaine』冒頭の警告文言の引用。「film（映画）」を「flim」に、「cyclisme（自転車競技）」を「cyclimse」にわざとスペルミスしていて、誤字った発音のままナレーションが読��上げる。さらにこの映画はどう見ても自転車競技の映画ではないので、そもそも警告自体が全く無意味というクレジットギャグになっている、ということじゃないかと思う。　この映画についてファンが「この映画」と言及する時、たまに「フィルム」ではなく「フリム」と書かれている程度に有名なミーム。

CHEZ AZZEDINE ALAIA... / CHEZ YOHJI YAMAMOTO

アズディン・アライアの... / ヨウジヤマモトの

【固定：「相棒」カルロス・オーティスの指紋（椅子、バット、指どれでも）、裏庭の足跡】（ゲーム画面ではYAMAMOTOの部分は画角から外れて確認できない）

　冒頭に出てくる主役の友人の台詞の一部。ジョルジュ・アビトボル（ジョン・ウェイン）が「世界一優雅な男 « l’homme le plus classe du monde »」に選ばれたことが気に入らないジョゼ（バート・ランカスター）は、彼を甲板に呼び出して罵倒する。ファッションに自信のあるジョゼは、ジョルジュを口汚く罵る中で「Rien de tel que d’aller chez Azzedine Alaïa... ou même de s’acheter des sous-pulls chez Yohji Yamamoto !（アズディン・アライアの店に行くことこそ至上なのだ...あるいはヨウジヤマモトのライトプルオーバーを買うこともな！）」と固有名詞を挙げてみせながら、自分の考える優雅さを主張する。

LE TRAIN DE TES INJURES / ROULE SUR LE RAIL / DE MON INDIFFÉRENCE / JE PRÉFÈRE PARTIR / PLUTÔT QUE D’ÊTRE SOURD

お前の侮辱の列車は私の無関心というレールを走っている耳が遠くなるくらいなら去った方がマシだな

【固定：「相棒」バーの客ジョナ・グラハム、エドワード・デンプシー、キム・ヨハン、ハンク・アンダーソン、「エデンクラブ」倉庫床のブルーブラッド】（ゲーム画面では「é」「è」「ô」「'」「ê」が正しく表示されない。でも他のモールス信号では「'」は正しく表示される）

　一方ジョルジュは、着飾ることが優雅さだというジョゼの考えを時代遅れと一蹴し、罵倒を軽く受け流す。元の台詞は「Mais le train de tes injures roule sur le rail de mon indifférence. Je préfère partir plutôt que d’entendre ça plutôt que d’être sourd.」なので、最終ゲームで見ることができるモールス信号では途中の「plutôt que d’entendre ça（それを聞くより）」が抜けている。plutôtが重ねて使われているのがよく分からないのだが、��ョゼの侮辱を聞くより去る方がいい、（そんな侮辱を聞いて）耳が遠くなるよりも、ということじゃないかと思う。　『La Classe Américaine』の中でもこの列車の比喩は気の利いた台詞として有名らしいが、Plastic Bertrandの1978年にリリースされた「Le Petit Tortillard」という曲に「Le train de mon enfance roule / Sur les rails de mon indifférence（子供時代の列車が走る／無関心のレールの上）」というとても似た歌詞があり、これが元ネタだとされる。

ROSEBUD

バラのつぼみ

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　オーソン・ウェルズ『市民ケーン』（1941年）に出てくる物語の根幹となるキーワードとして有名だが、『La Classe Américaine』が『市民ケーン』のパロディ映画である関係上「バラのつぼみ」という台詞が一回出てくるので、両方説明する。ちなみに古典についてこういう断りはいらないかもしれないが、今から『市民ケーン』のラストまでネタバレする。　『市民ケーン』は、年老いた新聞王ケーンが「バラのつぼみ」と呟いて息を引き取るところから始まる。ケーンの人生を映画にしようと考えたプロデューサーから「バラのつぼみ」の意味を突き止めるよう命じられた記者は、ケーンと関係の深かった人物に話を聞きに行き、その度に回想シーンが挿し込まれるという形で物語が進行する。しかし結局「バラのつぼみ」の秘密は分からずじまいで、ケーンの私物が焼却処分されていく中、彼が子供時代に使っていたソリに「バラのつぼみ」と印字されているのが炎越しに映し出される。　『La Classe Américaine』は、世界一優雅な男ジョルジュ・アビトボルが物語冒頭で死に、最期の言葉「クソみたいな世界 « Monde de merde »」の真相を巡って記者がジョルジュの関係者に話を聞きに行くという、『市民ケーン』の丸パクリとなっている。ワーナーのアーカイブからツギハギして映画を作るという企画アイデアが最初にあったので、統一感のない映像に一貫した物語を与える為に、回想で構成するこの形式は都合が良かった。『市民ケーン』物語序盤に記者達が「バラのつぼみ」は何なのか議論している際、ある男が「賭けたことがある馬かも」と言いプロデューサーが「どのレースだ？」と尋ねる台詞は、『La Classe Américaine』でパロディされる。「クソみたいな世界 « Monde de merde »」について新聞社の上司が「名前に違いない」「もし馬の名前ならどのレースか知りたい」と言うのに対して（勿論こんなワードが名前に聞こえるわけがないというギャグだ）、記者が「ソリかもしれないと思ったんです」と『市民ケーン』のオチを口にしたところで、突如画面が切り替わってオーソン・ウェルズ本人が映る。ウェルズが「これは盗作です」とカメラの前で抗議を始めると、何者かが彼を撃ってウェルズは「あ゛ー！バラのつぼみ！」と言いながら池に落ちて死に、何事もなかったかのように物語が進行する。　他のシーン同様、別にウェルズ本人が出演して抗議しているわけではなく、『004/ア��ック作戦（原題：Start the Revolution Without Me）』（1970年）に出演した際の映像に吹き替えをあてているだけ。

HE BEN ! J'AI CONNU / AVEC 10X PLUS DE CLASSE

10倍は品のある○○の知り合いがいた

【固定：「相棒」カルロス・オーティスの胸の刺し傷、バットの凹み】

　元の台詞は「J’ai connu un mec de droite une fois, il avait dix fois plus de classe.（昔右翼の知り合いがいたが、彼の方が10倍は品があった）」なので少し文は変わっており、最終ゲームで見ることができるモールス信号では途中の右翼のくだりも抜けているが、多分これへの言及だと思う。　記者の取材を受けたユーグ（ヘンリー・フォンダ）が、かつて友人と訪れたレストランでジョルジュと出くわした時のことを回想する。ジョルジュはユーグが彼の悪口を言ったことの腹いせか、ユーグ達が食べている料理に関する嫌がらせを始める。世界一優雅、品がある（classe）とされているにもかかわらず、「足の指の間のミートボール添えステーキ」だの「ソースは鼻水を乾燥させたもの」「店主は自分でおっぱいを切り落としてラビオリを作っている」だの捲し立てるジョルジュに、ユーグは右翼の知り合いの方が品があったと呆れる。　個人的にこれは少し捻った皮肉に思えて、例えばだが「野良犬の方が10倍品があった」など、一般的に上品でないとされる何かを代入する方が揶揄表現として自然になりそうなものを、一般的に品格にこだわるであろう右翼をここに代入している。つまり引き合いに出されることで、右翼は品がないという前提が暗に示されているように思える。

ON VA MANGER DES CHIPS! / T'ENTENDS? DES CHIPS!!

ポテチ食べるぞ！聞いたか？ポテチだよ！

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　ジョルジュのことをファシストと呼び烈火の如く嫌うアメリカ・インディアン（チャールズ・ブロンソン）との会話をユーグが回想する。家屋に立ち寄ったものの遠慮がちなユーグに対し、彼はポテトチップスを食べることを提案して歓迎の意を表明する。　このシーンは検索するとgifが大量に出てくるので多分ミーム化している。映像はモードック戦争を描いた『太鼓の響き（原題：Drum Beat）』（1954年）で、和平交渉に訪れた主役に対し激しく異議を唱えるモードック族強硬派のキャプテン・ジャックのものが使われており、吹き替えもこのチャールズ・ブロンソンの演技に合わせた激昂するような口調でありながら、友好的な内容を喋っている、しかもポテチとか言ってるというのが奇妙でウケているのだと思う。

ILS ÉTAIENT NUMBER ONE.

彼らはナン��ーワンだった

【固定：「相棒」カルロス・オーティス】

　ユーグの友人でありジョルジュを知るジャック（ジェームズ・ステュアート）という人物の回想シーンで、彼の友人ディノ（ディーン・マーティン）があるバンドについて言及する台詞。ディノは生活する気力を失っており、ピンバッジコレクションも面白くなくなってしまったという。ディノが手に持っているピンバッジをジャックが見せてもらうと、歪な星形に下手な字で「SHERAF」という謎の単語が彫られている。SHERAFを知らないと言うジャックに対し、ディノは「C’est un groupe, ils étaient number one.（バンドだよ、彼らはナンバーワンだった）」と返す。　ピンバッジが大写しになるカットは『ファイヤークリークの決斗（原題：Firecreek）』（1968年）から使用されており、この元ネタでは町の子供達がブリキ板か何かで手作りした保安官バッジで、「SHERAF」は「SHERIFF（保安官）」の誤字。

T'ES UN OUF TOI, / UN OUF MALADE

あんたイカれてるぞ、キチガイだ

【固定：「相棒」バーの客サミュエル・マックレイ、デニス・ワード】

　ジョルジュの関係者ディノへの取材の回想シーンにおける彼の台詞。ディノはちょっとした因縁のあるフランキー（フランク・シナトラ）という人物にバーで出くわし、出自を訊かれたのでアラブ系ユダヤ人だと答える。するとフランキーが全く悪びれもしない態度で、「俺はセファルディム（スペイン系ユダヤ人）の方が好き」「ユダヤでアラブって変」「変な人々は嫌い」と言い始めるので、ディノがこの台詞を返す。「ouf」は「fou（気が触れている）」の順番を変えたもの。

J'AI LES BONBONS / QUI COLLENT AU PAPIER

キンタマが汗でくっついちゃうよ

【固定：「相棒」バーの客クリス・ロバート、バーの店主ジミー・ピーターソン】

　ジョルジュとかつて交際していたクリステル（ローレン・バコール）が記者の取材を受ける回想シーンでのジョルジュの台詞。文字通りの意味だと「私のキャンディが紙にくっついている」だが、暑さで睾丸が下着にくっつくことを指すこういう俗語表現がある。　クリステルはジョルジュと自分の元恋人を引き合わせてお互いを紹介するが、元恋人はジョルジュに敵対的な態度を示す。それを受けて「世界一優雅な男」であるジョルジュは、自分のパンツを左右に引っ張る動作をしながらこの台詞を言ってナメた態度を取ってみせる。

HASSELDOF

ハッセルドフ

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　誰かのファミリーネームか何かだろうか。

　これらはわざと誤字っていると思しき謎のフランス語群で、元ネタが存在するかどうかも分からなかった。

C'EST PAS TRÈS CORÉHENT

あんまり首尾一貫（？）してない

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　正しいスペルは「cohérent」なので故意に誤字ってる可能性が高い。ちなみに正式な否定文は動詞（ここでは「est」）を「ne」と「pas」で挟んで作るが、ここでは「ne」が省略されていて口語的。

C'EST PAS COMPLAKÉ NON PLUS!

これも複雑（？）じゃない！

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　「compliqué」の誤字のような気がする。

C'EST TRAPEZODEIDALE

これは台形（？）だ

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　多分「trapézoïdale（台形）」を噛んでる感じに誤字ってると思う。

ET LA PLAKANCE ALORS?

それでプラカンスは？

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　もう何の誤字なのかすら分からない。冠詞「la」が付いてるので3つ目の単語は女性名詞だということだけ分かる。「plaisance」とかちょっと音近いかもしれない。

KNUTONS LA CLACULANCE

クラキュランスをヌュトンしよう

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　意味は分からない。フランス語の動詞の活用は「nous（私たち）」が主語の時に語尾が「-ons」になるが、「knut-」で始まる動詞は辞書に見当たらない。「la」は女性名詞に付く冠詞なので「claculance」は女性名詞だということが分かるが、そういう名詞も見当たらない。なんにせよ何かを無理やり活用した言葉遊びに見える。「計算を編もう」とか割と意味が通る気がするが、「calcul（計算）」は男性名詞だしちょっと微妙。

THIS SCENE WAS SPLIT IN 2

このシーンは2つに分けられていた

【固定：「あらたな我が家」レッドアイス】

　開発段階でチャプター構成が異なっていたことへの言及だと思う。

DURING PRODUCTION, EVERYBODY / HATED CHLOE THE MENU ANDROID

制作の間メニューアンドロイドのクロエは皆から嫌われていた

【固定：「鳥の巣」ポスター、ポスターの角】

　ちなみにメニュークロエの台詞の撮影は開発のかなり後期に行われた。

　仕事が大変そうな雰囲気が窺えるシリーズ。

CHECKPOINT LOAD WAS DONE / THE WEEK BEFORE MASTER SUB

チェックポイントロードは最終版提出の前週に完了した

【固定：「鳥の巣」ゲイリー・ケイズ、ペドロ・アブダール】

　SUBは多分だけどsubmissionの略だと思う。

EN 2D ÇA AURAIT ÉTÉ PLUS SIMPLE

2Dならもっと簡単だったろうに

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　がんばってつくってくれてありがとう

JIRAS: OVER 90000

ジラが90000以上だ

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　『ドラゴンボールZ』で悟空の戦闘力を測ったベジータが「8000以上だ...！」と言う台詞が、アニメの英語吹き替え版で何故か「It's over 9000!」になっており、さらに「over 9000」が何故かミーム化した。モールス信号の「OVER 90000」はケタが一つ増やしてあるが、ともかく数えきれないほど何かが多いということかと思う。　「JIRAS」はもしかしたらプロジェクト管理ソフトのJIRAのことで、JIRAのチケット（課題）が複数ある状態をJIRAsという形で複数形にしているのかもしれない。QDはJIRAを導入しているだろうか？　ということで「JIRAS: OVER 90000」は「仕事大杉栄」とかそんな感じじゃないかと思う。

LOCALIZED MAGAZINES, YAY

ローカライズされた雑誌、わーい

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DESIGN CAS PARTICULIER

特殊な場合の設計

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DETROIT: GAUGE SIMULATOR

デトロイト：ゲージシミュレーター

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　プレイヤーから乙女ゲーとか言われてるのはたまに聞くが......

QUANTIC: MASTERS OF THE UI

クアンティック：UIのマスターたち

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　はい（笑）

BIGGEST FLOWCHART: 162 CHARACTERS PLANNED: 4 DATAPANELS COUNT: 176 DATAPANELS VERSIONS: 12 DIALOGS VERSIONS: 11 FLOWCHARTS NODES: 2750 FLOWCHARTS VERSIONS: 21 FONTS USED: 15 GAUGES TYPES: 14 GOOGLY EYES USED: 37 INTERACT VERSIONS: 34 L4D2 CAMPAIGNS DONE: 52 MARKERS VERSIONS: 30 MENU COMPONENTS VERSIONS: 65 MENUS VERSIONS COUNT: 54 MIND PALACE VERSIONS: 71 POSTCARDS NOT RECEIVED: 2 TIMELINES VERSIONS: 22 TOTAL SCENES: 32 UNIQUE ACTIONS KEYS: 598

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　コロン数字と組み合わせたシリーズは開発に関係する用語が多いので、ゲームの製作過程に詳しい人なら意味を推測できるものがあるかもしれない。　「L4D2」は『Left 4 Dead 2』と思われるので、他のモールス信号の『ハーフライフ』『Portal』ネタと合わせてバルブ・コーポレーションのゲームが3種類挙がったことになる。

以上。

余談

　全文字列81種類のうち、『La Classe Américaine』ネタが19を占めていて圧倒的だった。このネタを仕込みまくったスタッフが何を考えていたのか、熱烈にこの映画が好きなのか、或いはリックロールを仕掛けるのと同じノリなのかさえ分からないが、『La Classe Américaine』の「クソみたいな世界」、もとい『市民ケーン』の「ROSEBUD（バラのつぼみ）」、そして『Detroit: Become Human』の「rA9」ともに、物語を牽引する要素になりながらもそれ自体は割とどうでもよい辺り、「RA9 IS A FAKE」には、プレイヤーキャラクターではなくプレイヤー宛の「THE CAKE IS A LIE」の趣がある。モールス全種を通して、例えばサイバーライフなりカムスキーなり作中存在がプレイヤーキャラクターに真面目に語りかけるような内容ではなかったので、「その提示された謎はこのゲームの目的としてはフェイクだ」という意味に取るのが個人的には自然に思えた。　ところで、アンドロイドがキスして人間の軍が撤退するこの世でアルクイスト建築士くらいしか泣いてくれなさそうなゲーム作りながら、90年代初頭当時ですらよく放映できたなと思うレベルの不適切ジョークを全方面に撒き散らしつつハリウッド神話をコケにするカルト映画の台詞を潜ませるのは、けっこう愉快かもしれない。

#デトロイトビカムヒューマン #detroit: become human

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warningsine · 1 year ago

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Google laid off hundreds of workers in several divisions Wednesday night, seeking to lower expenses as it focuses on artificial intelligence and joining a wave of other companies cutting tech jobs this year.

The Silicon Valley company laid off employees in its core engineering division, as well as those working on the Google Assistant, a voice-operated virtual assistant, and in the hardware division that makes the Pixel phone, Fitbit watches and Nest thermostat, three people with knowledge of the cuts said.

Several hundred employees from the company’s core engineering organization lost corporate access and received notices that their roles were eliminated, two of the people said. Google said that most of the hardware cuts affected a team working on augmented reality, technology that combines the real world with a digital overlay.

“We’ve had to make some difficult decisions about ongoing employment of some Google employees and we regret to inform you that your position is being eliminated,” the company told some workers in the division, according to the text of an email reviewed by The New York Times.

Google confirmed the Assistant cuts, earlier reported by Semafor, and the hardware layoffs, earlier reported by the blog 9to5Google.

“We’re responsibly investing in our company’s biggest priorities and the significant opportunities ahead,” a Google spokesman said in a statement. After cuts throughout the second half of 2023, “some teams are continuing to make these kinds of organizational changes, which include some role eliminations globally.”

The cuts continue a trend of tech layoffs, after large companies such as Google, Meta and Amazon laid off thousands of workers last year. Ten days into this year, more companies have announced job cuts. Earlier Wednesday, Amazon shed hundreds of workers from its Twitch streaming service, Prime Video and MGM studios. Xerox said this month that it would cut 15 percent of its 23,000-person staff, and the video game software provider Unity Software said it would eliminate 1,800 roles, or 25 percent of its work force.

At Google, Sundar Pichai, the chief executive, has pushed the company since July 2022 to sharpen its focus and to reduce expenses as global economic conditions deteriorated. In January 2023, Google shed 6 percent of its work force, or 12,000 people, in the largest layoffs that the company has conducted. Since then, executives at the company have said they would try to significantly reduce costs, as it focuses on the growing field of generative artificial intelligence.

Google, which had 182,000 employees as of Sept. 30, said the layoffs on Wednesday were part of a set of reorganizations that were made in the normal course of business.

The Alphabet Workers Union, a group representing more than 1,400 workers at Google’s parent company, Alphabet, described the layoffs as “needless.”

“Our members and teammates work hard every day to build great products for our users, and the company cannot continue to fire our co-workers while making billions every quarter,” the group said in a post on the social media site X.

#google #business #ecomony #news tag

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crispylilworm · 11 months ago

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Top 5 Video Game Foods

The recent Watcher Top 5 Beatdown had me racking my brain and googling lots of pixel food images, love the different aesthetic, experience, and curiosity factors that went in to their lists. Though I'd share my own & would love to hear yours!

5. Sweetroll (Skyrim)

4. Lantern Fruit (Subnautica)

3. Creamy Heart Soup (Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)

2. Peach Pie (Animal Crossing: New Horizons)

1. Brewster's Coffee (Animal Crossing: Wild World)

Reasoning & honorable mentions below ^.^

5. I got into Skyrim late to the game, but my first character started as a Jean Valjean-inspired petty thief in the pursuit bread and cheese. Nothing looked quite as appetizing as those little sweetrolls. One of the many delightful discoveries I came across going in blind to an iconic game.

4. Red, plump, slightly bioluminescent - super versatile as either a food source or bioreactor fuel, but most of all a gorgeous addition to any base. Returning to base and taking a bite of a fresh lantern fruit was more just for roleplay than anything lol, but man do I want to have a taste in real life.

3. Figuring out recipes was one of my favorite parts of the unlimited exploration in the open-world Breath of the Wild, and nothing seemed tastier than the Creamy Heart Soup. I can just imagine how revitalizing it would be to slurp it down mid-battle. Something about video games making imaginary fruits just looks so tantalizing, and I'm always a slut for a good soup.

2. The craftable food update in New Horizons is what kept me around for nearly a 1,000-hour island. Something about how they would steam after you cooked and placed them just looked so good. The cute aesthetics of the food items could warrant its own top-10 list for me, and the Peach Pie was as good as it got. I got the Switch game in 2022 well after the pandemic peak. Neither me nor my friends had peaches on their islands, and I was not about to pay to trade with someone - I never actually attained this beauty. My island had lined fields of crops and a farmers market with baked breads and jarred goods, she would have been my star centerpiece.

1. This is mainly an experience-based choice for me, but I imagine the taste would be phenomenal as well. 10-year-old me was unaware of changing DS settings to play different dates, so the once-per-day cup of coffee was a cherished moment. At the time I did not even know what coffee tasted like lol. The thought of drinking a scalding hot beverage scared me but I did not want to disappoint Brewster by letting it cool past its peak flavor. And Saturday nights when KK Slider was there?? Highlight of my week. Honestly that whole atmosphere of having a tasty little drink and watching a local live performance is exactly the vibe a look for as 28-year-old still. I wish I could go back and see how many hours I put into Wild World, I literally COMPLETED that game before I had access to the internet to look up how to find things - it was my cozy place.

I had too much fun putting this together lol honorable mentions has no cap idc, also no proofreading we die like men!

Honorable mentions: Yeto's Soup (Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess) - it took so long to make it must be the heartiest soup ever, Rare Candy (Pokemon) - if it can make my pokemon level up imagine ME, Lobster Thermador (Sims 2) - max level cooking meal I didn't think was real lol, Goopy Carbonara (Sims 3) - what's so goopy about it?, Crab and Egg Chinese Style (Cooking Mama) - a food I want to try and cook myself, Dubious Food (Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild) - what flavor is 'dubious' exactly?, Cheesy Meat Bowl (Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom) - food that could instantly cure a hangover, Golden Apple (Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild) - does it even taste different?, Perfect Cherry (Animal Crossing: New Horizons) - I am allergic to cherries but I would risk it, Pink Cake (Stardew Valley) - so cute I NEED a taste, Light Faerie Sundae (Neopets) - faerie food looked tasty af the light sundae looked the best, Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans (HP & The Chamber of Secrets PS2) - Harry seemed so excited to find those beans I need to know why, 'Johnny Silverhand' Cocktail (Cyberpunk 2077) - beer + chili + tequila sounds awful I want a taste, Big Bang Burger (Persona 5 Royal) - I want to taste of Okumura's finest, NukaCola (Fallout) - if it doesn't taste like Diet Coke nuclear apocalypse isn't worth it, Klawf al Ajillo & Pickled Toedscool (Pokeomon Scarlet/Violet) - I want to taste the forbidden meat o.O

#watcher #top 5 beatdown #skyrim #animal crossing #subnautica #legend of zelda #this was probably the first beatdown i had strong opinions #always respect the list but mine is better sorry

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jonnysinsectcatalogue · 2 years ago

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Dog-Day Cicada - Neotibicen canicularis

Happy 2023 fellow insect enthusiasts, blog readers and bug hunters! Enjoy your visit to my humble blog. For the insect chosen for showcase today, I’d like to include some messages for this new year: may there be help, direction and guidance if you need it; may you grow well and maintain your strength and health; and even if life hits you hard this year, try to keep going and never stop climbing to your goals. These Cicada photos gave me those words from the simple stories of interaction I had with these beauties. I don’t mean to be philosophical, but to welcome a new year, I’ll speak from the heart today.

To start, the hatching Cicada. Like a few on this blog before, the first specimen has crawled to the surface and completes its final molt to its adult form, complete with wings and genitalia. From history, whenever I see a Cicada emerging, I sit down and watch, even if only the end of the escape from the exuvia (shed skin). I kept my hand underneath this hatchling since hanging upside down without much of a surface to hold on can lead to fall. Cicadas (and insects in general) are built to withstand falls from heights and walk away undeterred, but I’ve got a soft spot for them, especially when priority 1 will be to dry out their shell and expand their wings. The shed friend was gently caught and placed on solid ground on top of the bench, the exuvia left hanging. Though unsteady at first, the fresh adult eventually started moving and climbed up the bench armrest to sun, just as its kin have done so in years past. The bench has been a popular spot for the Cicada emergence, likely due to its composition of wood and it being near large areas of soil near trees. If a Cicada’s shell can hold on tight, it’s a suitable surface., which gets me thinking to perhaps partially bury the legs in the garden and just leave it as a fixture and help for the Cicadas. Not to mention the other carpenter insects that greatly appreciate wood and wood pulp, but I digress.

For the adult Cicada, I found it upside-down with legs tucked in on the sidewalk. Still intact, I picked it up to see if it was still alive, and it was. This seemed to be a playing dead behavior which could act as a defense if the Cicada needed to tumble from a high place (such as a treetop) very suddenly. They tuck in their legs to minimize damage and so that nothing can grab them. Aside from the occasional burst of sound and flight, that’s really the only defense Cicadas have. Anyways, it eventually got moving again, slowly but surely. Upon closer inspection and moving it to the nearby tree, I noticed the crack in its shell. An opening in insect armor is never a good thing, due to exposure to microorganisms and greater advantage securing from predators. Fortunately, insects don’t let pain the same way mammals do, and the Cicada remained determined and instinctual with climbing the tree. There was enough time in the summer for this hardy insect to return to the treetops, find a mate and (possibly) lay eggs. I’m anthropomorphizing them a bit, but I really do admire the resilience of Cicadas and their mission to climb trees (I only they were more precise with their flight technique). Even if they fall out of or crash against the tree, they’ll just shake it off and climb again. And with a new generation of Dog-Day Cicadas year after year, it’s like seeing them reborn and renewed for a new year.

Pictures were taken on July 19 and August 11, 2022 with a Google Pixel 4. In all honestly, I can’t tell male and female Cicadas apart, so I’ll work on that this year. Happy 2023!

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“Extraordinarily disappointed” users reckon with the Google-fication of Fitbit - Notice Today Internet - BLOGGER https://www.merchant-business.com/extraordinarily-disappointed-users-reckon-with-the-google-fication-of-fitbit/?feed_id=135116&_unique_id=669889e573c7c Enlarge / The Charge 5 (pictured) has been a source of contention for Fitbit customers.Since the acquisition closed in 2021, the Google-fication of Fitbit has largely meant a reduction in features and a focus from Google on getting people onto the Fitbit app. Long-time users have flocked to Fitbit—sometimes upon Fitbit’s request—to share hundreds of complaints about recent changes. However, Google has been mostly unresponsive to customer feedback.Google News Web app discontinuation angers usersIn June, Google announced it was discontinuing Fitbit.com’s online dashboard. After July 8, users seeking similar features that the web app provided have to download the Fitbit mobile app. On Fitbit’s Community forum, a company representative confirmed that users’ “details and logging for activities, nutrition, sleep, and weight” would remain available via the app. However, the change inconvenienced users who preferred or needed to access such data on a bigger screen than a phone’s. Worse, the app lacks some of the features of the online dashboard, such as food logging.Despite these obvious user drawbacks, the need to Googlize Fitbit seemed to drive the change. Announcing the news on the Community forum, a Fitbit company rep said:Combined with Google’s decades of being the best at making sense of data, it’s our mission to be one combined Fitbit and Google team. Consolidating the Fitbit.com dashboard into the Fitbit app is a part of that mission, and will allow us to focus on features that provide even more valuable insights to our users.Google has invested in the Fitbit app, which includes plans to let premium subscribers test experimental generative AI Fitbit features soon. Google is also developing a large language model for new features for the Fitbit app that users are being forced onto. Google has been pushing users to the Fitbit app for a while; in 2022, Fitbit devices lost the ability to sync with computers.It’s worth mentioning that users disgruntled with Fitbit are more likely to complain online. However, it’s notable that Fitbit’s announcement has been met with 1,523 (as of this writing) mostly negative replies, with new responses still coming in. Another thread on Fitbit’s forum that requests to keep the web dashboard currently has 601 upvotes. You can find outraged users on Reddit, too.The most common complaints are around losing previously available features.“Change is fine. Removing key features is not,” Community member Seymourh86 wrote in June. “Unless you want people to go to competitors …”Comments from this week show that users are not over the change. DebL555, for example, said today that they’re “extremely disappointed and frustrated I cannot access my Dashboard on my PC.” Yesterday, NessWeb dubbed the change “an incredibly bad decision,” adding:It’s particularly awful for anyone with a visual disability or a finger dexterity issue. It’s still bad for everyone else because you just can’t see as much on a 3″ screen as you can see on a real computer …Bring back the web interface!!As has been the case every time there have been problems with Fitbit post-acquisition, theories that Google is making Fitbit worse to push people toward the Pixel Watch run rampant. Others on the Community forum were upset because they felt like Google was ignoring feedback from long-time Fitbit customers.In June, a user going by jessicabilasano wrote:I just hope Fitbit does not end up like any other Google purchase that turns into a nightmare product/company. Google, instead of removing things that users love about Fitbit features, why not improve them? Listen to your customers/consumers.However, a lack of response to public, negative customer feedback has become commonplace for the Fitbit brand lately.

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“Extraordinarily disappointed” users reckon with the Google-fication of Fitbit - Notice Today Internet - BLOGGER https://www.merchant-business.com/extraordinarily-disappointed-users-reckon-with-the-google-fication-of-fitbit/?feed_id=135113&_unique_id=669888c3dca87 Enlarge / The Charge 5 (pictured) has been a source of contention for Fitbit customers.Since the acquisition closed in 2021, the Google-fication of Fitbit has largely meant a reduction in features and a focus from Google on getting people onto the Fitbit app. Long-time users have flocked to Fitbit—sometimes upon Fitbit’s request—to share hundreds of complaints about recent changes. However, Google has been mostly unresponsive to customer feedback.Google News Web app discontinuation angers usersIn June, Google announced it was discontinuing Fitbit.com’s online dashboard. After July 8, users seeking similar features that the web app provided have to download the Fitbit mobile app. On Fitbit’s Community forum, a company representative confirmed that users’ “details and logging for activities, nutrition, sleep, and weight” would remain available via the app. However, the change inconvenienced users who preferred or needed to access such data on a bigger screen than a phone’s. Worse, the app lacks some of the features of the online dashboard, such as food logging.Despite these obvious user drawbacks, the need to Googlize Fitbit seemed to drive the change. Announcing the news on the Community forum, a Fitbit company rep said:Combined with Google’s decades of being the best at making sense of data, it’s our mission to be one combined Fitbit and Google team. Consolidating the Fitbit.com dashboard into the Fitbit app is a part of that mission, and will allow us to focus on features that provide even more valuable insights to our users.Google has invested in the Fitbit app, which includes plans to let premium subscribers test experimental generative AI Fitbit features soon. Google is also developing a large language model for new features for the Fitbit app that users are being forced onto. Google has been pushing users to the Fitbit app for a while; in 2022, Fitbit devices lost the ability to sync with computers.It’s worth mentioning that users disgruntled with Fitbit are more likely to complain online. However, it’s notable that Fitbit’s announcement has been met with 1,523 (as of this writing) mostly negative replies, with new responses still coming in. Another thread on Fitbit’s forum that requests to keep the web dashboard currently has 601 upvotes. You can find outraged users on Reddit, too.The most common complaints are around losing previously available features.“Change is fine. Removing key features is not,” Community member Seymourh86 wrote in June. “Unless you want people to go to competitors …”Comments from this week show that users are not over the change. DebL555, for example, said today that they’re “extremely disappointed and frustrated I cannot access my Dashboard on my PC.” Yesterday, NessWeb dubbed the change “an incredibly bad decision,” adding:It’s particularly awful for anyone with a visual disability or a finger dexterity issue. It’s still bad for everyone else because you just can’t see as much on a 3″ screen as you can see on a real computer …Bring back the web interface!!As has been the case every time there have been problems with Fitbit post-acquisition, theories that Google is making Fitbit worse to push people toward the Pixel Watch run rampant. Others on the Community forum were upset because they felt like Google was ignoring feedback from long-time Fitbit customers.In June, a user going by jessicabilasano wrote:I just hope Fitbit does not end up like any other Google purchase that turns into a nightmare product/company. Google, instead of removing things that users love about Fitbit features, why not improve them? Listen to your customers/consumers.However, a lack of response to public, negative customer feedback has become commonplace for the Fitbit brand lately.

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“Extraordinarily disappointed” users reckon with the Google-fication of Fitbit - Notice Today Internet https://www.merchant-business.com/extraordinarily-disappointed-users-reckon-with-the-google-fication-of-fitbit/?feed_id=135112&_unique_id=669888c31505f #GLOBAL - BLOGGER BLOGGER Enlarge / The Charge 5 (pictured) has been a source of contention for Fitbit customers.Since the acquisition closed in 2021, the Google-fication of Fitbit has largely meant a reduction in features and a focus from Google on getting people onto the Fitbit app. Long-time users have flocked to Fitbit—sometimes upon Fitbit’s request—to share hundreds of complaints about recent changes. However, Google has been mostly unresponsive to customer feedback.Google News Web app discontinuation angers usersIn June, Google announced it was discontinuing Fitbit.com’s online dashboard. After July 8, users seeking similar features that the web app provided have to download the Fitbit mobile app. On Fitbit’s Community forum, a company representative confirmed that users’ “details and logging for activities, nutrition, sleep, and weight” would remain available via the app. However, the change inconvenienced users who preferred or needed to access such data on a bigger screen than a phone’s. Worse, the app lacks some of the features of the online dashboard, such as food logging.Despite these obvious user drawbacks, the need to Googlize Fitbit seemed to drive the change. Announcing the news on the Community forum, a Fitbit company rep said:Combined with Google’s decades of being the best at making sense of data, it’s our mission to be one combined Fitbit and Google team. Consolidating the Fitbit.com dashboard into the Fitbit app is a part of that mission, and will allow us to focus on features that provide even more valuable insights to our users.Google has invested in the Fitbit app, which includes plans to let premium subscribers test experimental generative AI Fitbit features soon. Google is also developing a large language model for new features for the Fitbit app that users are being forced onto. Google has been pushing users to the Fitbit app for a while; in 2022, Fitbit devices lost the ability to sync with computers.It’s worth mentioning that users disgruntled with Fitbit are more likely to complain online. However, it’s notable that Fitbit’s announcement has been met with 1,523 (as of this writing) mostly negative replies, with new responses still coming in. Another thread on Fitbit’s forum that requests to keep the web dashboard currently has 601 upvotes. You can find outraged users on Reddit, too.The most common complaints are around losing previously available features.“Change is fine. Removing key features is not,” Community member Seymourh86 wrote in June. “Unless you want people to go to competitors …”Comments from this week show that users are not over the change. DebL555, for example, said today that they’re “extremely disappointed and frustrated I cannot access my Dashboard on my PC.” Yesterday, NessWeb dubbed the change “an incredibly bad decision,” adding:It’s particularly awful for anyone with a visual disability or a finger dexterity issue. It’s still bad for everyone else because you just can’t see as much on a 3″ screen as you can see on a real computer …Bring back the web interface!!As has been the case every time there have been problems with Fitbit post-acquisition, theories that Google is making Fitbit worse to push people toward the Pixel Watch run rampant. Others on the Community forum were upset because they felt like Google was ignoring feedback from long-time Fitbit customers.In June, a user going by jessicabilasano wrote:I just hope Fitbit does not end up like any other Google purchase that turns into a nightmare product/company. Google, instead of removing things that users love about Fitbit features, why not improve them? Listen to your customers/consumers.However, a lack of response to public, negative customer feedback has become commonplace for the Fitbit brand lately.

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“Extraordinarily disappointed” users reckon with the Google-fication of Fitbit - Notice Today Internet - #GLOBAL https://www.merchant-business.com/extraordinarily-disappointed-users-reckon-with-the-google-fication-of-fitbit/?feed_id=135111&_unique_id=669888c23fb73 Enlarge / The Charge 5 (pictured) has been a source of contention for Fitbit customers.Since the acquisition closed in 2021, the Google-fication of Fitbit has largely meant a reduction in features and a focus from Google on getting people onto the Fitbit app. Long-time users have flocked to Fitbit—sometimes upon Fitbit’s request—to share hundreds of complaints about recent changes. However, Google has been mostly unresponsive to customer feedback.Google News Web app discontinuation angers usersIn June, Google announced it was discontinuing Fitbit.com’s online dashboard. After July 8, users seeking similar features that the web app provided have to download the Fitbit mobile app. On Fitbit’s Community forum, a company representative confirmed that users’ “details and logging for activities, nutrition, sleep, and weight” would remain available via the app. However, the change inconvenienced users who preferred or needed to access such data on a bigger screen than a phone’s. Worse, the app lacks some of the features of the online dashboard, such as food logging.Despite these obvious user drawbacks, the need to Googlize Fitbit seemed to drive the change. Announcing the news on the Community forum, a Fitbit company rep said:Combined with Google’s decades of being the best at making sense of data, it’s our mission to be one combined Fitbit and Google team. Consolidating the Fitbit.com dashboard into the Fitbit app is a part of that mission, and will allow us to focus on features that provide even more valuable insights to our users.Google has invested in the Fitbit app, which includes plans to let premium subscribers test experimental generative AI Fitbit features soon. Google is also developing a large language model for new features for the Fitbit app that users are being forced onto. Google has been pushing users to the Fitbit app for a while; in 2022, Fitbit devices lost the ability to sync with computers.It’s worth mentioning that users disgruntled with Fitbit are more likely to complain online. However, it’s notable that Fitbit’s announcement has been met with 1,523 (as of this writing) mostly negative replies, with new responses still coming in. Another thread on Fitbit’s forum that requests to keep the web dashboard currently has 601 upvotes. You can find outraged users on Reddit, too.The most common complaints are around losing previously available features.“Change is fine. Removing key features is not,” Community member Seymourh86 wrote in June. “Unless you want people to go to competitors …”Comments from this week show that users are not over the change. DebL555, for example, said today that they’re “extremely disappointed and frustrated I cannot access my Dashboard on my PC.” Yesterday, NessWeb dubbed the change “an incredibly bad decision,” adding:It’s particularly awful for anyone with a visual disability or a finger dexterity issue. It’s still bad for everyone else because you just can’t see as much on a 3″ screen as you can see on a real computer …Bring back the web interface!!As has been the case every time there have been problems with Fitbit post-acquisition, theories that Google is making Fitbit worse to push people toward the Pixel Watch run rampant. Others on the Community forum were upset because they felt like Google was ignoring feedback from long-time Fitbit customers.In June, a user going by jessicabilasano wrote:I just hope Fitbit does not end up like any other Google purchase that turns into a nightmare product/company. Google, instead of removing things that users love about Fitbit features, why not improve them? Listen to your customers/consumers.However, a lack of response to public, negative customer feedback has become commonplace for the Fitbit brand lately.

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Al to Pixel 8a Unveiled at Google I/O 2024 on May 14

Google I/O 2024 announced May 14: Plans for AI to Pixel 8a

Soon after the public solved the Break the Loop problem, the Google revealed the date of their next event, Google I/O 2024. Now that it’s become customary, I had a feeling the event would take place around May, and my suspicions were right. Go to Google I/O 2024 in person.

Google I/O 2024 will take place on May 14, and Google has released some specifics. There are few announcement rumors, but now is Google’s opportunity to shine.

The Sundar Pichai keynote will open Google I/O 2024. Mount View, California’s Shoreline Amphitheater hosts the event. In addition to on-demand technical seminars, there will be a developer keynote after the keynote. on those who cannot make it in person, Google is also planning a second day of live programming on May 15.

Regarding the schedule for I/O 2024, Google has not yet released any information. On the other hand, online registration is now open and is free. Google is expected to reveal a number of items during I/O 2024 in terms of announcements.

We can only speculate based on available information, but there are still little specifics on what to anticipate from Google I/O. With Gemini as its flagship model probably taking center stage, Google is notably set to reveal its ambitious aspirations for generative AI.

Anticipated Google I/O 2024 announcements

Al : Given that Google has already made a number of significant announcements about Al this year, including the release of its families of Large Language Models (LLMs), Gemini and Gemma, Al may once again take center stage at the conference. Recently, the corporation has been embroiled in controversy due to errors in Gemini’s picture production. Thus, it will be fascinating to watch the changes when the business negotiates these challenging conditions.

Android 15: Also, guests may expect to learn about new features that will be added to the platform, since Android 15 is still undergoing testing. Google I/O will probably happen before Android 15 is released, which will provide a better idea of what it can do.

Google Pixel 8a release date?

Pixel 8a : Given the event’s May date, the Google Pixel 8a launch may fall inside its schedule. Under such circumstances, announcements or information about the phone’s features may be given to guests. Additionally, even though hardware announcements usually take a backseat during Google I/O, there is optimism for updates on the Pixel Tablet or Pixel Fold successors. Yet, Google left potential for surprises in this area when it unveiled the Pixel 7a and hinted about the original Pixel Tablet at Google I/O 2022.

Additional announcements: Google may also have news on Gmail, Photos, Maps, Workspace, and other services. Please be aware that this is just conjecture, and Google may or may not make an announcement on any updates to the aforementioned services.

Essentially, puzzle-solving fun combined with insights into Google’s next projects related to AI, Android, and maybe hardware improvements can be expected from fans as the tech industry prepares for Google I/O 2024.

Google Pixel 7a vs 8a

The much-anticipated Pixel 8a may closely resemble the Pixel 8 series, released last year. The Tensor G3 processor from Google is expected to power it. Like the Pixel 7a, the display may refresh at 90Hz. Google uses the same picture sensors across generations, so camera department changes are unlikely.

Google Pixel 8a price

Recent leaks and rumors say the Google Pixel 8a will have 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage. Pixel 8a pricing are expected to be about EUR 570 (Rs 51,000) and EUR 630 (Rs 56,000). The Pixel 8a may also come in bay (light blue), mint (light green), obsidian (black), and porcelain (beige).

FAQS

What will Google I/O 2024 be mostly focused on?

For industry leaders, tech aficionados, and developers, the tech giant organizes an exclusive conference dubbed I/O Connect, a day of networking and collaboration. A chance to network with like-minded individuals is given to attendees of this event. In addition, before to Google’s big 2024 event, they get to see the most recent technical innovations.

WHY OBTAINORS ARE ADMITTED?

A unique opportunity to network with product managers, engineers, and other industry specialists will present itself to developers who attend I/O Connect. In this intimate setting, developers may share ideas, pose inquiries, and pick up valuable knowledge that will help them advance as professionals and remain at the forefront of technology. By going to I/O Connect, developers may also network and open doors for potential future collaboration and jobs.

What can we expect regarding Google’s AI advancements?

Although there are little details available, Google may present new features of the Gemini AI model or reveal whole new AI initiatives.

What potential new features may Android 15 offer?

Although specific features have not yet been disclosed, performance, security, and privacy enhancements are to be expected.

What are the Pixel 8a’s speculated specifications?

Although specifics are unknown, it probably improves on the Pixel 7a by adding some AI capabilities and maybe charging less.

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SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab | SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S6 Lite 64GB Android

SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S6 Lite: A Budget-Friendly Powerhouse for Everyday Tasks and Entertainment.

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Negative feedback

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Some of the public's negative opinions

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The SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is a budget-friendly, versatile Android tablet with a vibrant display, S Pen support, slim design, long battery life, and affordable price.

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Samsung Q60C QLED TV Review, Specs, Price

The Samsung Q60C QLED TV, a 2023 entry-level model in the Quantum Dot LED lineup, replaces the 2022 Q60B QLED. Positioned below the Q70C QLED, it offers basic features, lacking local dimming, HDMI 2.1 bandwidth, and VRR support. It runs a simplified version of the Tizen smart platform but maintains user-friendliness and a wide range of apps. In mixed usage, the Q60C scores a 7.1. It excels in daytime viewing with high SDR peak brightness and decent reflection handling, making it great for shows and sports. While suitable for movie watching with a high native contrast ratio enhancing dark scenes, the absence of local dimming and limited HDR brightness diminishes highlight performance. The TV is responsive with low input lag, fitting for gaming or desktop use, but its slow response time makes it just average for gaming. Pros: - High native contrast offers deep blacks. - Exceptional black uniformity. - Adequate brightness for moderate lighting. Cons: - Limited viewing angles. - Poor smoothing of low-quality content.

Samsung Q60C Specs

The Samsung Q60C QLED TV, part of Samsung's 2023 lineup, comes with various specifications that reflect its position as an entry-level model in the QLED series. Here's a summary of its key specifications: - Display Technology: QLED (Quantum Dot LED). - Resolution: Varies based on size, typically 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 pixels). - Screen Size Options: Available in multiple sizes ranging from 32 inches to 85 inches. - Processor: Quantum Processor Lite, which is responsible for picture processing and upscaling. - HDR Support: Supports basic HDR formats like HDR10 and HLG, but not Dolby Vision. - Contrast & Brightness: High native contrast ratio, but without local dimming. The peak brightness is good for SDR content but limited in HDR. - Color Performance: Quantum Dot technology ensures vibrant and wide color gamut. - Viewing Angles: Narrow viewing angles, typical for VA panels. - Motion Technology: May have a slower response time, affecting fast-moving scenes and gaming. - Gaming Features: Lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support. Low input lag is a plus. - Smart TV Platform: Runs a simplified version of Samsung's Tizen OS, offering a range of streaming apps and services. - Audio: Standard audio setup, typically without advanced features like Dolby Atmos. - Connectivity: Includes HDMI 2.0 ports, USB ports, Ethernet, and S/PDIF optical audio out. Lacks HDMI 2.1 features. - Design: Slim and simple design, with a thin profile. It comes with a two-piece plastic stand and is wall-mountable using VESA standards. - Remote Control: Comes with a solar-powered remote, minimizing battery use. - Additional Features: Might include Samsung-specific features like Ambient Mode, but lacks some premium features found in higher-end models. Remember, the specific features can vary slightly depending on the screen size and model within the Q60C series.

Samsung Q60C Design

The Samsung Q60C TV, as an entry-level model, features a simple yet appealing design. Its standout characteristic is the thin screen, less than half an inch at its thinnest point. It offers flexible placement options, with 200x200mm VESA holes for wall mounting and an easy-to-assemble, screw-free, two-piece plastic stand for setting it on an entertainment center. Connectivity options on the Q60C are basic, comprising S/PDIF optical audio out, Ethernet, two USB ports, and three HDMI ports (two on the right edge and one on the back). These ports are HDMI 2.0 standard, not the more advanced HDMI 2.1, limiting access to the latest display and gaming features. The TV uses a slightly streamlined version of Samsung's Tizen smart interface. Although user-friendly for navigating the main screen and finding content, its need to switch between different apps for TV or gaming functions feels outdated compared to more polished interfaces like Google TV or LG's webOS. A notable feature of the Q60C is its remote control, which includes a miniature solar panel for recharging, eliminating the need for battery replacements. The remote has a minimalistic design with just 14 buttons, which may slow down menu navigation compared to remotes from other brands. Nonetheless, the solar panel feature is an innovative addition that could be a trendsetter in TV remote design.

Samsung Q60C Pricing

The Samsung Q60C series offers a diverse range of sizes to fit various living spaces and budgets. The available sizes and their pricing are as follows: - 32 inches (Samsung QN32Q60CAF): Priced at $499.99, with a sale price of $399.99. - 43 inches (Samsung QN43Q60CAF): Priced at $549.99, with a sale price of $449.99. - 50 inches (Samsung QN50Q60CAF): Priced at $649.99, with a sale price of $529.99. - 55 inches (Samsung QN55Q60CAF): Priced at $799.99, with a sale price of $599.99. - 65 inches (Samsung QN65Q60CAF): Priced at $999.99, with a sale price of $749.99. - 70 inches (Samsung QN70Q60CAF): Priced at $1,199.99, with a sale price of $899.99. - 75 inches (Samsung QN75Q60CAF): Priced at $1,399.99, with a sale price of $999.99. - 85 inches (Samsung QN85Q60CAF): Priced at $2,299.99, with a sale price of $1,499.99. While our evaluation focused on the 55-inch model, it is expected that all models in the series will deliver similar performance. However, it's important to note that the 32-inch Q60C differs slightly in design and has fewer additional features compared to the larger models.

Samsung Q60C Performance and test results

In this review of the Samsung Q60C, its performance in various tests highlights its strengths and weaknesses. The TV's quantum dots technology enables it to excellently cover 99.5648% of the Rec. 709 color gamut, achieving a low Delta-E color accuracy score of 1.6547, positioning it as a top performer in its category. However, its performance in the UHDA-P3 HDR gamut coverage is less remarkable at 92.62%, and it falls short in the broader Rec. 2020 gamut coverage, particularly when compared to the Hisense U6K. Here's a comparison of the Q60C with other models: Samsung Q60CHisense U6KSamsung CU8000Sony Bravia X75KSDR Brightness233 nits334 nits197 nits157 nitsDelta-E1.65473.57832.13232.0027Rec. 709 Coverage99.5648.4728.6503.5566%HDR Brightness356 nits525 nits233 nits295 nitsUHDA-P3 Coverage92.62.16.59.52%Rec. 2020 Coverage70.35.13.13.57%Input Lag9.0 ms10.2 ms10.2 ms9.7 ms The Q60C's brightness levels, both in SDR and HDR, are modest. The Filmmaker mode, which offers the most accurate picture, is also the darkest at 233 nits, and HDR doesn't significantly boost brightness (356 nits). This limitation, along with the absence of local dimming, means that movies don't "pop" as they might on brighter sets. In terms of gaming, the Q60C has its pros and cons. The absence of HDMI 2.1 and a 60Hz panel limits some advanced gaming features, but its low input lag of 9ms ensures responsiveness. The TV also features Auto Low-Latency Mode (ALLM) and a built-in Gaming Hub on the Tizen platform, although it lacks the sophistication of some other TV interfaces. The sound quality is decent, with minimal distortion at higher volumes, but it lacks significant bass. Overall, the Samsung Q60C performs well in certain areas, especially color accuracy, but its limitations in brightness and gaming features make it a mixed option depending on the user's priorities.

How we test Samsung Q60C

In the review process for the Samsung Q60C, a comprehensive set of technical and subjective tests are employed to assess the TV's performance. The technical tests involve high-end equipment: an X-Rite i1 Pro spectrophotometer for color accuracy, a SpectraCal VideoForge Pro pattern generator for producing test patterns, Portrait Displays’ Calman software for TV calibration, and a Leo Bodnar 4K Input Lag Tester specifically for evaluating the TV's gaming performance. The subjective part of the testing is somewhat variable and depends on the reviewer. It typically includes watching a wide variety of content such as movies, TV shows, and other programming that potential buyers might be interested in viewing on the TV. This approach ensures a well-rounded evaluation that reflects real-world usage. For those interested in the specifics of the testing methodology, the "How We Test TVs" page provides a more in-depth explanation of the procedures and criteria used in the review process. This resource is particularly useful for understanding the standards and benchmarks Tom's Guide applies to their TV reviews. The Samsung Q60C embodies both the strengths typical of Samsung TVs and the limitations often found in lower-priced models. It lacks certain features like HDMI 2.1 support, a fast refresh panel, and high brightness levels, which could influence its suitability for specific uses. However, the TV excels in color accuracy for both Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) and High Dynamic Range (HDR) content, and its impressively low input lag makes it a strong contender in its category. These positive aspects allow the Q60C to hold its own against competitors like the Hisense U6K, which offers superior brightness and HDR performance. The Samsung Q60C positions itself as a viable option for scenarios where a high-end TV isn't a necessity. Particularly when discounted, it represents a reasonable choice, especially for casual viewers, younger users, or gamers who may not require the most advanced features. Read the full article

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The original Pixel Watch finally showed up in 2022 after years of rumors and speculation about a potential launch. When we did get one on the wrist and learned all of its specs and features, I think it was pretty obvious that we were getting a first-generation type of product, one with flaws and also surprising strengths. It was a product that showed where Google could take its smartwatch (and…

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The Ongoing Effort to Counter Zero-Day Threats This Summer

The summer season has not slowed down the release of software updates, with tech behemoths Apple, Google, and Microsoft launching numerous patches to address vulnerabilities that are being exploited in actual attacks. In July, significant bugs were also addressed by enterprise software companies SAP, Citrix, and Oracle. Here is a comprehensive rundown of the major patches rolled out during the month.

Apple’s iOS and iPadOS 16.6 In July, Apple was quite busy, releasing two separate security updates. The first update from the iPhone manufacturer was a security-only Rapid Security Response patch. This marked only the second instance of Apple issuing a Rapid Security Response, and the process was not as seamless as the first one. On July 10, Apple rolled out iOS 16.5.1 9 (a) to address a single WebKit vulnerability that was already being exploited, but the patch was quickly withdrawn after it was found to disrupt several websites for users. A few days later, Apple re-released the update as iOS 16.5.1 (c), finally resolving the WebKit issue without causing any other problems.

Later in July, Apple’s major point upgrade, iOS 16.6, was released with 25 security fixes, including the previously exploited WebKit bug that was addressed in iOS 16.5.1 (c), identified as CVE-2023-37450. Among the other bugs addressed in iOS 16.6 were 11 in the Kernel, the heart of the iOS operating system, one of which Apple said is already being exploited. The Kernel flaw is the third iOS issue identified by security firm Kaspersky as part of the zero-click “Triangulation spyware” attacks.

Apple also rolled out iOS 15.7.8 for users of older devices, along with iPadOS 16.6, Safari 16.6, macOS Ventura 13.5, macOS Monterey 12.6.8, macOS Big Sur 11.7.9, tvOS 16.6, and watchOS 9.6.

Microsoft Microsoft’s July Patch Tuesday is a crucial update to watch for, as it addresses 132 vulnerabilities, including several zero-day flaws. To begin with, one of the bugs outlined in the patch update, identified as CVE-2023-36884, has yet to be addressed. In the meantime, the technology giant has provided steps to mitigate the already exploited flaw, which is reportedly being used in attacks by a Russian cybercrime group.

Other zero-day flaws included in Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday are CVE-2023-32046, a platform elevation of privilege bug in the MSHTML core Windows component, and CVE-2023-36874, a vulnerability in the Windows Error Reporting service that could let an attacker gain admin rights. Meanwhile, CVE-2023-32049 is an already exploited vulnerability in the Windows SmartScreen feature.

It is needless to say that you should update as soon as possible while keeping an eye out for the fix for CVE-2023-36884.

Google Android Google has rolled out an update for its Android operating system, addressing numerous security vulnerabilities, including three that it says “may be under limited, targeted exploitation.”

The first of the already exploited vulnerabilities is CVE-2023-2136, a remote code execution (RCE) bug in the System with a CVSS score of 9.6. The critical security vulnerability could lead to RCE with no additional privileges needed, according to the tech firm. “User interaction is not needed for exploitation,” Google warned.

CVE-2023-26083 is an issue in Arm Mali GPU driver for Bifrost, Avalon, and Valhall chips, rated as having a moderate impact. The vulnerability was used to deliver spyware to Samsung devices in December 2022.

CVE-2021-29256 is a high-severity flaw that also impacts Bifrost and Midgard Arm Mali GPU kernel drivers.

The Android updates have already reached Google’s Pixel devices and some of Samsung’s Galaxy range. Given the severity of this month’s bugs, it’s a good idea to check whether the update is available and install it now.

Google Chrome 115 Google has released the Chrome 115 update for its popular browser, addressing 20 security vulnerabilities, four of which are rated as having a high impact. CVE-2023-3727 and CVE-2023-3728 are use-after-free bugs in WebRTC. The third flaw rated as having a high severity is CVE-2023-3730, a use-after-free. Chunk 2: A vulnerability in Tab Groups has been identified as CVE-2023-3732, which is an out-of-bounds memory access issue in Mojo. Despite none of the vulnerabilities being exploited in real-world attacks, six have been classified as medium severity. Given that Chrome is a commonly targeted platform, it’s advisable to keep your system updated.

Mozilla’s Firefox 115 was released shortly after Chrome 115, addressing several high severity flaws. Notable among these are two use-after-free bugs, identified as CVE-2023-37201 and CVE-2023-37202. Mozilla also rectified two memory safety bugs, CVE-2023-37212 and CVE-2023-37211, which were found in Firefox 114, Firefox ESR 102.12, and Thunderbird 102.12. Mozilla’s advisory noted that these bugs demonstrated evidence of memory corruption, which could potentially be exploited to run arbitrary code with sufficient effort.

Enterprise software corporation Citrix has also issued an update warning, following the rectification of multiple flaws in its NetScaler ADC (now known as Citrix ADC) and NetScaler Gateway (now Citrix Gateway) tools. One of these flaws, CVE-2023-3519, is an unauthenticated remote code execution vulnerability that has been exploited and has a CVSS score of 9.8. Citrix has observed exploits of CVE-2023-3519 on unmitigated appliances and strongly urges affected customers to install the updated versions as soon as possible. The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) also issued an advisory about this bug, noting its use in attacks on a critical infrastructure organization in June.

Enterprise software company SAP has released its July Security Patch Day, which includes 16 security fixes. The most severe of these is CVE-2023-36922, an OS command injection vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1. Onapsis, a security firm, stated that an authenticated attacker could “inject an arbitrary operating system command into a vulnerable transaction and program.” Therefore, patching is highly recommended due to the high impact on the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected SAP system.

In addition, CVE-2023-33989 is a directory traversal vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver with a CVSS score of 8.7, and CVE-2023-33987 is a request smuggling and request concatenation vulnerability in SAP Web Dispatcher with a CVSS score of 8.6.

Software firm Oracle has also released its July Critical Patch Update Advisory, which addresses 508 vulnerabilities across its products. This includes 77 new security patches for Oracle Communications, with 57 of these vulnerabilities being exploitable remotely over a network without user credentials. One of the most severe flaws is CVE-2023-20862, which has a CVSS score of 9.8. Oracle has also released 147 patches for Financial Services and 60 fixes for Fusion Middleware. The company stressed the importance of customers applying Critical Patch Update security patches promptly and remaining on actively supported versions, as it continues to receive reports of attempts to exploit vulnerabilities it has already patched. In some instances, attackers were successful because targeted customers had not applied available Oracle patches.

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