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Roblox takes down controversial doomscrolling game, promises to remove others that reward watching "a continuous feed of content" as they're "not appropriate for younger users"
Roblox has removed the controversial game "Steal an Egg" and is implementing a new policy against games that reward users for watching continuous feeds of content, such as short-form videos. The company stated that such content is not appropriate for younger users on its platform. This decision has been met with positive feedback from the community.
The Morning After: Our verdict on the DJI Osmo Pocket 4
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 is an impressive update to the vlogging camera line, featuring a new 1-inch sensor, improved framerate capture, and extended battery life, making it superior to its predecessor. While it excels in ease of use and video quality, the lack of optical zoom and dust/water protection are noted drawbacks, alongside a higher price point of $605.
YouTube now lets you hide Shorts
YouTube has introduced a new feature allowing users to set their Shorts feed limit to zero minutes, effectively hiding short-form videos from their feed. This update expands on a previous time management tool and is now available to all users on the mobile app. The feature aims to help users reduce screen time by offering more control over their content consumption.