The Three Pixels: Tech, Gaming and Movie Podcast

Latest Episodes:

S2 Bonus 12: Does Loot Boxes Ruin Video Games? Apr 23, 2018

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This is a bonus episode of some of the content that didn’t make it into the full length episode, but is still worth getting out there.

In this bonus we ask if the recent trend in loot boxes being hard wired into video games is a good or bad thing. Let us know, your thoughts on Twitter, Email or our Website!

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Each week our presenters review the latest tech, games and movie news. Bringing you all the latest talk from around the world.

Show Notes: The Three Pixels Podcast is brought to you by Ben Ridley, Martin Gregory and Allan Taylor. Follow us and get in touch on twitter: https://twitter.com/threepixelspod or email: hello@thethreepixels.com

S2 Bonus 11: First Impression: A Quiet Place Apr 20, 2018

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In this edition of first impressions the Allan returns with Elle to discuss their thoughts on John Krasinski's silent horror, A Quiet Place

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Each week our presenters review the latest tech, games and movie news. Bringing you all the latest talk from around the world.

Trailer clip from A Quiet Place. Columbia Pictures. Out now. Rated 15

S2Ep6: Facebook Data Privacy, Annihilation Review & State Of Nintendo Switch Apr 16, 2018

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On this episode, Ben shares the latest information on the Facebook privacy case now being discussed in congress, Allan shares his thoughts on the movie Annihilation, and Martin discusses the future of the Nintendo Switch.

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The Three Pixels is brought to you by Ben Ridley, Martin Gregory and Allan Taylor. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThreePixelsPod

Or email: hello@thethreepixels.com

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* How to check if your Facebook data was shared

http://www.wired.co.uk/article/how-to-check-if-your-facebook-data-was-shared-with-cambridge-analytica

* Annihilation

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2798920/

S2 Bonus 10: First Impression: Rampage Apr 14, 2018

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In this edition of first impressions the team discuss their thoughts on Dwayne Johnson's latest summer blockbuster, Rampage.

On Wednesday, Three Pixel’s very own Allan, Ben and Martin attended the European Premier of blockbuster Rampage - Brad Peyton's film based around the arcade game of the same name.

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Each week our presenters review the latest tech, games and movie news. Bringing you all the latest talk from around the world.

Trailer clip from Rampage. Warner Bros. Out now. Rated 12A

S2 Bonus 09: Amazon Go - The Future of Stores? Apr 10, 2018

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In this episode Ben visits the Amazon Go automated store in Seattle, Washington. This is a shop like no other, as it encourages customers to pocket goods and walk straight out. Crazy right? Ben's mission is simple, to buy lunch.

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Show Notes:

The Three Pixels is brought to you by Ben Ridley, Martin Gregory and Allan Taylor. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThreePixelsPod

Or email: hello@thethreepixels.com

Or website: http://www.thethreepixels.com

S2Ep5: Banning Social Media For Kids, Oxygen Not Included & Gringo Review Apr 02, 2018

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On this episode, we discuss whether social media should be banned for kids, our thoughts on the game Oxygen Not Included and, Allan reviews Gringo.

Each week our presenters review the latest tech, games and movie news. Bringing you all the talk from around the world. Subscribe today to get all the episodes automatically.

Show Notes:

The Three Pixels is brought to you by Ben Ridley, Martin Gregory and Allan Taylor. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThreePixelsPod

Or email: hello@thethreepixels.com

Or website: http://www.thethreepixels.com

* Should we restrict children's social media use?

https://news.sky.com/story/have-your-say-should-we-restrict-childrens-social-media-use-11283498

* Oxygen Not Included

http://store.steampowered.com/app/457140/Oxygen_Not_Included/

* Gringo

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3721964/

S2 Bonus 08: Are Conferences Like E3 Dying? Mar 26, 2018

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This is a bonus episode of some of the content that didn’t make it into the full length episode, but is still worth getting out there.

In this bonus we ask if major gaming conferences like E3 are slowly dying out. Let us know, your thoughts on Twitter, Email or our Website!

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Each week our presenters review the latest tech, games and movie news. Bringing you all the latest talk from around the world.

S2 Bonus 07: First Impression: Ready Player One Mar 23, 2018

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In this edition of first impressions Allan interviews exec producer; Chris Huskins on the latest blockbuster hit coming to screens, Ready Player One.

On Monday, Three Pixel’s very own Exec Producer, Chris Huskins, attended an advanced screening of the highly anticipated Ready Player One - Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of the 2011 bestselling novel by Ernest Cline.

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Each week our presenters review the latest tech, games and movie news. Bringing you all the latest talk from around the world.

Trailer clip from Ready Player One. Warner Bros & Village Roadshow Pictures. Out 28th March in the UK. Rated 12A

S2Ep4: Exploding Power Banks, Free Games From Twitch & Black Panther Review Mar 19, 2018

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On this episode, we discuss the recall of Amazon power banks that have been causing problems, how you can get free games with Twitch, plus a no-spoilers review of Marvel's Black Panther.

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Show Notes:

The Three Pixels is brought to you by Ben Ridley, Martin Gregory and Allan Taylor. Follow us and get in touch on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThreePixelsPod

Or email: hello@thethreepixels.com

Or website: http://www.thethreepixels.com

* Amazon Recalls Power Banks

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-43402175

* Netflix pulls an Elon Musk

https://www.cnet.com/news/netflix-in-space-goes-elon-musk-with-iphone-hack-day/

* Free Games with Twitch

https://www.gamespot.com/articles/youll-soon-get-a-lot-of-free-games-on-twitch-with-/1100-6457370/

* Black Panther

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1825683/

S2 Bonus 06: 5 Apps You Need To Try Mar 12, 2018

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This is a bonus feature from co-host Ben.

In this episode Ben takes you through 5 apps he thinks you should try out for yourself! Helping with productivity, your next trip abroad or something for you wannabe designers out there.

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Each week our presenters review the latest tech, games and movie news. Bringing you all the latest talk from around the world.

Show Notes: The Three Pixels Podcast is brought to you by Ben Ridley, Martin Gregory and Allan Taylor. Follow us and get in touch on twitter: href="https://twitter.com/threepixelspod">https://twitter.com/threepixelspod or email: href="mailto:hello@thethreepixels.comÂ">hello@thethreepixels.com

Apps featured:

WhatTheFont

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/whatthefont/id304304134?mt=8

Google Maps

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/google-maps-gps-navigation/id585027354?mt=8

Habitica

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/habitica-gamified-taskmanager/id994882113?mt=8

Workflow

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/workflow/id915249334?mt=8

Triposo

https://itunes.apple.com/app/triposo-travel-guide-to-world/id467053028