co-founder Jann Wenner has made quite a mess of things. Following Friday’s disastrous , wherein Wenner failed to explain why no Black or female artists appear in his new interview collection, and , Wenner has apologized for diminishing “the contributions, genius, and impact of Black and women artists.” “In my interview with I made comments that diminished the contributions, genius, and impact of Black and women artists, and I apologize wholeheartedly for those remarks,” he said. “ is a collection of interviews I’ve done over the years that seemed to me to best represent an idea of rock ’n’ roll’s impact on my world; they were not meant to represent the whole of music and its diverse and important originators but to reflect the high points of my career and interviews I felt illustrated the breadth and experience in that career. They don’t reflect my appreciation and admiration for myriad totemic, world-changing artists whose music and ideas I revere and will celebrate and promote as long as I live. I totally understand the inflammatory nature of badly chosen words and deeply apologize and accept the consequences.” The apology comes hours after the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced Wenner’s dismissal from the board of directors that he helped found. “Jann Wenner has been removed from the board of directors of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation,” the statement read. Wenner said the quiet part loud for anyone who’s ever wondered why Black and female artists were often denied the preferential treatment Wenner’s guys received . While contains one new interview (with Bruce Springsteen), it’s a collection of Wenner’s older talks with Bob Dylan, Jerry Garcia, Mick Jagger, John Lennon, Springsteen, Pete Townshend, and Bono. Apparently, in his decades as the architect of the American rock ’n’ roll canon, he didn’t do a single interview with a Black or female artist worthy of inclusion. The reason: He didn’t think they were “articulate enough.” “It was kind of intuitive over the years; it just fell together that way. The people had to meet a couple criteria, but it was just kind of my personal interest and love of them,” Wenner said. “Insofar as the women, just none of them were as articulate enough on this intellectual level.” Wenner wasn’t done yet. The response gifted interviewer David Marchese a perfect follow-up: “Oh, stop it. You’re telling me Joni Mitchell is not articulate enough on an intellectual level?” Nevertheless, after being given a chance to rephrase, the former rock ’n’ roll kingmaker decided to take sideswipes at Grace Slick and the late Janis Joplin (“Go have a deep conversation with Grace Slick or Janis Joplin. Please, be my guest ” ) and Joni Mitchell, who he says, “ was not a philosopher of rock ’n’ roll.” He had a similar answer for Black artists, name-checking Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, and Marvin Gaye as articulate enough to write and but not answer Wenner’s questions about those works. “Of Black artists — you know, Stevie Wonder, genius, right?” he continued. “I suppose when you use a word as broad as ‘masters,’ the fault is using that word. Maybe Marvin Gaye, or Curtis Mayfield? I mean, they just didn’t articulate at that level.” Interestingly, he admits to allowing interview subjects to edit transcripts, including a bombshell 1970 chat with John Lennon, because these weren’t “confrontational” interviews. He spends much of the conversation arguing that these are yacht-side chats with his old rock buddies, meaning they aren’t held to the same journalistic standards as others.
Mains Spring 2024 Ready-to-Wear
Skepta confessed he hadn’t eaten in more than a day at a preview of his Mains collection in his Soho studio. It was a little over 24 hours before the artist presented his debut LFW show in the Art Deco confines of London’s Banking Hall, and he was feeling nervous. “I’m feeding off butterflies,” he said, stretching out on a bench surrounded by samples, while his head of design, Mikey Pearce, added rivets to a pair of leather shorts in one corner, and siblings Oscar and Emilia Boateng tried on looks in an impromptu casting in the other. There’s a lot riding on the reboot of Mains for the British grime star, currently enjoying a new side hustle as a house music DJ in Ibiza, though he insists he’s already achieved his goals for the label. These included securing a magazine cover (he wore Mains on the cover of , the style supplement of the ); nailing a cult product (he claims the caps he designed, which will go on sale exclusively at Dover Street Market on Sunday, have prompted numerous inquiries since they debuted); and concocting an iconic campaign photograph (they shot the campaign in New York last week and he’s pretty sure they nailed it). A quick recap: Skepta founded Mains in 2017 with support from a major sportswear brand. When that relationship ended, he spent a year or so wrestling back sole control, then negotiated a new deal with Puma. The German sports brand is providing production assistance, and he’s collaborated with them on a sneaker. But the embroidery comes from his own deft hand. He whipped out a sample with the M of the Mains logo traced in beads and rhinestones. “This took me, like, two days. For me, creativity is attention to detail, patience, and library digging,” he said. “I don’t restrict my talent to one thing.” Besides, he used to make his own clothes when he was a kid. The collection was inspired by things Skepta wants to wear now, spliced with some Miami references, influenced by a recent trip. He describes his style as “hood luxury.” He explained: “No matter how nice I think I am, I walk into a room and people look at me and they’re like, ‘You’re that guy from the streets.’ Doesn’t matter what I do. So I like to elevate—tracksuit with a shirt and tie.” Other things he’s feeling right now: ’90s-style leather pants, baggy embroidered indigo denim dungarees, school-uniform-style sweaters and shorts, white bouclé wool suits with a sportswear attitude. The denim and leather looks chimed best with the audience at this show, held on a giant Astroturf tennis court in the middle of Banking Hall. His friends were out in force to support: His former girlfriend Naomi Campbell sat front row, just down from Givenchy creative director Matthew Williams and designer Ozwald Boateng, musicians Stormzy and Little Simz, and broadcaster Louis Theroux. But the best ensemble had to go to Alton Mason on the runway, showing off his Naomi-inspired strut in a slouchy suit with Puma sneakers, a metal-tipped umbrella clutched dramatically to his chest. The Mains team would do well to lean further into that jazzy vibe next season. Still, as Skepta wisely put it, this show was more of a mood setter: “We’re just trying to make a great brand, so that if people say the word , it’s a nice feeling. Don’t want to run too fast.”
Demon Slayer Cosplay Readies for Shinobu's Season 4 Comeback
Demon Slayer wrapped up Season 3 of the anime earlier this year with the Swordsmith Village arc, and now one awesome cosplay is gearing fans up for the Insect Hashira Shinobu Kocho's return to the anime with the upcoming Demon Slayer Season 4! Following the end of the Swordsmith Village arc earlier this year, it was quickly announced that the anime would be continuing with a fourth season tackling the Hashira Training arc from Koyoharu Gotoge's original manga . This means we'll get to see the Hashira in action in the anime once more when the new episodes make their premiere. With the Hashira needing to mobilize even further as Muzan Kibutsuji's Upper Ranks have started to make their move towards his ultimate goal, they'll need to train to make themselves stronger for the tough fights ahead . This includes Shinobu returning to the anime and the center of the action as well following her debut in the first season, and artist @kallisi_vamp on Instagram has brought the Hashira to life in a cool new way ahead of Demon Slayer Season 4 with some perfect cosplay! Check it out: View this post on Instagram A post shared by KALLI' 👑 (@kallisi__vamp) What to Know for Demon Slayer Season 4 Shinobu Kocho and the rest of the Hashira line up will be returning with Demon Slayer Season 4, which is now in the works for a release in the near future. A release date or window has yet to be announced for the new episodes, but it will be adapting the Hashira Training Arc from Koyoharu Gotoge's original Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba manga. Featuring a returning staff and cast from the previous anime releases, you can catch up with everything that's happened so far in the first three seasons of the Demon Slayer TV anime and Mugen Train Arc movie now streaming with Crunchyroll. If you're jumping into the franchise for the first time, Crunchyroll teases the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime as such, "It is the Taisho Period in Japan . Tanjiro, a kindhearted boy who sells charcoal for a living, finds his family slaughtered by a demon. To make matters worse, his younger sister Nezuko, the sole survivor, has been transformed into a demon herself. Though devastated by this grim reality, Tanjiro resolves to become a 'demon slayer' so that he can turn his sister back into a human, and kill the demon that massacred his family." Where does Shinobu rank among your favorite of Demon Slayer 's Hashira? Let us know all of your thoughts about it and everything Demon Slayer in the comments! 0 comments Related: Demon Slayer Zenitsu Protecting Nezuko's Box Funko Pop Exclusive Is On Sale Now Demon Slayer Singer LiSA Meets Stray Kids in K-Pop Music Video: Watch Demon Slayer's Third Season Announces Netflix Release Demon Slayer Wave 2 Figures Launch From McFarlane Toys
Kim heads home from Russia's Far East: Russian media
A photo released by the official North Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) shows North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, center, listening to a presentation with Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy Nikolai Yevmenov, left, while accompanied by Minister of Defense of Russia Sergei Shoigu, second from right, while aboard a warship during a visit to Vladivostok, Russia, Sept. 16. EPA-Yonhap A train with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on board has left the railway station in Russia's Far Eastern city of Artyom bound for home, wrapping up his visit to Russia, Russian news agencies reported on Sunday. The distance from Artyom to Khasan station on Russia's border with North Korea is over 200 km (124 miles). The video, published by the state-run RIA news agency, shows Kim ― who seldom leaves his country ― walking along the red carpet to the train carriage to the music of a military band and waving goodbye. Russian Natural Resources Minister Alexander Kozlov, Moscow's ambassador to North Korea, Alexander Matsegora, and the governor of the Primorye region, Oleg Kozhemyako, saw off the North Korean leader, RIA reported. Earlier, Russian media said Kim and Russia's defence minister had discussed practical issues to boost military cooperation, in what Pyongyang called a "fresh heyday" for bilateral relations. During his week-long visit to Russia, Kim met Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday and they discussed military matters, the war in Ukraine and deepening cooperation. (Reuters)
BTS member Suga to begin military service on Friday
Suga of K-pop boy group BTS / Courtesy of BigHit Music Suga, a member of the K-pop sensation BTS, will begin his mandatory military service this week, his agency announced Sunday. BigHit Music said Suga, 30, will fulfill his military duty by doing an alternative service beginning Friday. Suga will be the third member of the group to join the military. Jin enlisted in December 2022, and J-Hope followed suit in April this year. In early August, Suga, rapper and producer for the group, withdrew his request to delay the start of his mandatory service. Unlike Jin and J-Hope, Suga has been ruled unfit for the regular combat duty. While all able-bodied men must serve in the military, those with health issues may be assigned to alternative services, which include working in an office for a municipal government. Though reasons for the decision on Suga have not been disclosed, it is believed to be related to a surgery he had to repair a torn labrum in 2020. Mindful of the public nature of Suga's service, BigHit Music urged the group's fans not to frequent Suga's place of duty. In May, Suga reached No. 2 on Billboard 200 with his solo debut effort, "D-Day." He performed in 10 cities on a solo world tour, drawing over 300,000 fans. (Yonhap)
Inspiration
While we were debating about , or indeed any brick-and-mortar electronics store in the modern era, stumbled on what probably is the real source of all of our greybeard nostalgia for the store chain: inspiration. For both of us, the appeal of a store like RadioShack was going through the place and thinking of what you’d do with all of those parts. Looking at the back of the beefiest MOSFET in the joint, you’d think about all the current you could pass with it. Or what you’d do with all of those piezo buzzers. And if you didn’t know yet what electronics project you wanted to make, there were things like the to inspire you. There you’d find a way to turn the humble LED into a light sensor, whether you needed to or not. I wonder how many packs of assorted LEDs that book sold?! Dan got his first hands on with a computer in RadioShack as well, because they let folks try them right there. If you didn’t know what you wanted a computer for, and that the big question of the early microcomputer era, you could head into the store yourself and find out. Seeing, and playing with, Demon Dancer inspired. A lot of this role is taken over by hackerspaces these days, and even more is taken by the Internet itself, of course. We have no shortage of inspiration – just read a day’s worth of Hackaday if you don’t believe me. So is there any room left for RadioShack’s inspirational role? Maybe not. But if that’s the cost of living in a world where we have access to more great ideas than we’ll ever have time to execute, then so be it!
2023 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Impresses Owner, Gets 19 MPG Around Town
The 2023 Frontier is a throwback to the original rugged body-on-frame Nissan trucks, yet is thoroughly modern. Equipped with the Pro-4X package, it's a supremely capable off-roader. According to Fletch on his All Things Overlanding YouTube channel, the latest generation of Frontier trucks is much improved but kept the best things about the old truck. Fletch has owned his 2023 Nissan Frontier for several months. It's at least his third Nissan vehicle, having owned a second-gen Frontier and a Nissan Xterra. He likes the looks of the new truck but also how it shares its frame and bed dimensions with the older model. That means most of his gear and accessories from his old truck fit his new one. The current Frontier uses a 3.8-liter V6 and nine-speed automatic transmission for motivation. The V6 is not all-new, having been used in the Frontier since 2020. As part of Nissan's VQ engine family, the 3.8-liter uses direct fuel injection and electronically controlled continuously variable valve timing to produce 310 horsepower and 281 pound-feet of torque. Fletch likes that the drivetrain has been around for a few years and is a proven design. Most of Fletch's driving so far has been around town. Even so, he's averaged 19.5 miles per gallon. That's almost double the 10 mpg he got in his old Frontier equipped with a five-speed transmission, 35-inch tires, and all of his gear. It's also slightly better than the 17 to 19 mpg a Toyota Tacoma owner reported. But while the Tacoma owner was not happy with his mileage, Fletch is impressed with the improvement over his old truck. Inside, Fletch notes that the Frontier is quiet and comfortable. Unlike his wife's Honda Pilot , which is almost dead silent with no engine noise, the Frontier has a noticeable growl, which he likes. It's not obtrusive but a reminder he's driving a gas-powered vehicle and not something like a Tesla . The interior is quiet enough on the road, but what Fletch really appreciates is the comfort. He likes the chunky feel of the steering wheel and notes that the seats are among the most comfortable he's sat in. More Nissan Frontier News: In Motor1.com's review of the 2022 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X , we said, "Nissan finally built a truck that feels modern, competitive, and genuinely worth consideration." All Things Overlanding echos that evaluation but also likes how the Frontier kept the best parts of the old truck.
How colleges can address online harassment
Last fall, a University of Chicago lecturer titled “The Problem of Whiteness.” The course covered familiar academic territory (whiteness as a racial category), but a University of Chicago sophomore and conservative activist described it in a tweet as an and included the instructor’s photo and email address. The tweet triggered a storm of vitriolic posts and death threats, forcing her to postpone the course amid concerns for her safety and that of her students. Whatever the student’s intent, the abuse directed at the instructor was entirely predictable. For years, a has used an online “ ” to rail against perceived instances of left-wing excess on college campuses. The dean of the university’s undergraduate college ” undertaken with “the clear purpose” of inhibiting the instructor’s freedom of expression through “the mobilization of anonymous threats and public harassment.” Nonetheless, although university officials defended the instructor’s right to offer the course, they concluded that the student could not be disciplined because his speech did not constitute “a genuine threat or harassment.” The university’s response is consistent with established First Amendment doctrine and its own “ ” governing freedom of expression. Unfortunately, as this incident and demonstrate, traditional free speech rules are difficult to apply in a social media age. And institutions of higher education need to do more to create a campus culture in which the free and open exchange of ideas is embraced, dissent is encouraged and disagreement is managed through reasoned argument rather than intimidation — whether online or in person. Over the past century, the Supreme Court has “ .” To foster “uninhibited, robust, and wide-open” public discourse, the court’s First Amendment jurisprudence tolerates a wide range of problematic speech, with narrow exceptions for defamation, genuine threats, obscenity and incitement to imminent violence. The underlying assumption is that hate speech, disinformation and the like can and should be adequately countered by other speech. Unfortunately, the internet and social media expand the impact of harmful speech “ .” Social media users can reach, mobilize and sometimes incite large, ideologically homogeneous and highly partisan audiences almost instantaneously and at no cost, in the process inflicting enormous harm on targeted individuals. Given social media silos, meaningfully addressing what they say through counter speech can be difficult or impossible. This fundamental shift in the communications environment and the threat it poses has led First Amendment experts to debate whether and how free speech doctrine should be rebalanced. But the law changes slowly, and legal sanctions, as the have demonstrated, aren’t always the best way to change behavior. For colleges and universities, reliance on education and social norms is more feasible and may even be more effective. As the Chicago principles note, a commitment to “ ” is central to the very idea of a university. At the same time, as the University of Chicago’s , social media can enable individuals who don’t share that commitment to chill the free exchange of ideas through online coercion. To manage this tension, students should learn, through workshops, debates, teach-ins and other means, how stalking, slurs, threats, doxxing (posting an individual’s personal information online with malicious intent) and social media mobbing can injure individuals, suppress public discourse and undermine community values. Campus codes of conduct might also be used, far more than they now are, to identify and discuss problematic online behavior. Bates College has made a good start. The Bates code “to be good digital citizens and not … use the ease of transmission and/or anonymity of electronic communication to harm other students or employees.” Conduct that falls short of harassment is not subject to discipline, which might chill protected speech, but such conduct may be addressed through other means, including “respectful conversation, education and training, remedial and supportive actions, effective Alternative Resolution, and/or other Informal Resolution mechanisms.” And colleges and universities might enlist faculty, students and staff in scripted “role plays,” followed by discussion about what does or does not qualify as cyberbullying and appropriate and inappropriate responses to specific instances of it, including the wisdom of official or unofficial investigations and of naming, shaming and shunning. Alexis de Tocqueville once observed that “a newspaper can at the same moment.” Social media can reach vastly greater audiences, and effectively cry fire in a crowded theater, filled with potential perpetrators as well as victims, without any factchecking or editorial intervention. We need a commensurate community response, even as we wait for the law to catch up.
The Best iPhone 15 Cases To Protect Your New Device
We independently select all products and services. If you click through links we provide, we may earn a commission. Learn more Forbes Vetted The Best iPhone 15 Cases To Protect Your New Device Charlie Osborne Contributor Forbes Vetted Contributor Group Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Following Sep 16, 2023, 12:00pm EDT | Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The new iPhone 15 was announced at Apple’s event in Cupertino, California on Tuesday September 12. If you’ve already pre-ordered the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max , odds are you’re looking for a fun, sturdy case to protect your brand new device. New iPhone 15? You need a new case. Illustration: Forbes / Photos: Retailers Finding the right iPhone case can be a time-consuming process, especially with so many vendors competing for attention during the time the iPad and iPhone maker refreshes its smartphone lineup. You may prefer a thin case that has enough substance to protect your device while also being unobtrusive. Or you may want a bright, rugged case developed for active users–improving the chances of your iPhone 15 staying immaculate and immune to accidental bumps and scrapes. Read on to explore our top recommendations of the best iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max cases available right now. We have included an extensive range of covers and cases for you, some of which are available for every size, whereas others are bound to a particular iPhone 15 model. Best iPhone 15 Case Overall : Zagg Crystal Palace Snap With Kickstand Best Minimalist iPhone 15 Case : Mous Limitless 5.0 Case The Best Colorful iPhone 15 Case: Otterbox Figura Series For MagSafe The Best iPhone 15 Case For Extra Protection: Otterbox Defender Series Pro The Best Stylish iPhone 15 Case: Zagg London Snap Best Leather iPhone 15 Case: Nomad Modern Leather Folio Best iPhone 15 Case Made By Apple: iPhone 15 Silicone Case With MagSafe The Best iPhone 15 Case Overall Show Off The New iPhone 15 Colors Zagg Zagg Crystal Palace Snap With Kickstand Buy From Zagg Best for: Showing off those cool new colors while keeping your phone protected. The Zagg Crystal Palace Snap With Kickstand cover is attractive, sporting rounded edges and a crystal-clear hard shell to protect your iPhone 15 from scratches and scrapes while still showing off those all-new pastel colors. With drop resistance of up to 13 feet, Zagg’s case may also appeal to the environmentally-conscious among us, being supported by graphene and 70% recycled materials. An antimicrobial agent in the materials deters bacteria growth and odor. One of my favorite features, however, is the integrated kickstand, which sits flush against the case. When you’re on the move or have time to burn during the daily commute, being able to watch content hands-free is an advantage that will save your wrist some strain. What our editors say: Tech editor Rebecca Isaacs says, “For those who are looking to show off those new iPhone 15 colors, Zagg’s Crystal Palace Snap With Kickstand can keep your phone protected with its clear casing. During a demo, I got to see the case experience high drops while keeping the device secure and safe. The kickstand for streaming content while you’re grabbing a quick bite or just hanging out at home is a plus.” Pros: High drop rate for extra protection Antimicrobial properties Integrated kickstand Cons: Pricey Best Minimalist iPhone 15 Case A Simple, No-Frills Design Mous Mous Limitless 5.0 Case Buy From Mous Best for: A simple, no-frills design that also has great drop protection. While heavier than many other options on the market at 45 grams, with the Mous Limitless 5.0 case, you trade lightness for protection. Mous prides itself on reliable cases, and the MagSafe-compatible Limitless 5.0 is no exception, offering advanced protection through polycarbonate, thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) materials. Coming with a lifetime warranty, you can get this case for your iPhone 15, Plus, Pro and Pro Max. In addition, the Limitless 5.0 can be picked up in an impressive array of eight colors: walnut, silver pearl, black leather, bamboo, aramid fibre, speckled fabric, atlantic blue or forest green. Pros: Simple design Multiple color choices Cons: Heavy The Best Colorful iPhone 15 Case Enjoy A Rainbow Case On Your Phone Otterbox Otterbox Figura Series For MagSafe Buy From Otterbox Best for: Adding a fun, personal flair to your device. Not every case has to showcase muted, early, or dark tones. If you want a case with more than just a pop of color, the Otterbox Figura Series for MagSafe has your back. Now available for the iPhone 15 Plus, this set of thin and light cases is available in four colors. In particular, they remind us of desserts–the blue-toned Berries-N-Cream, a pastel pink Teaberry version and Unicorn Sorbet, a case merging greens, pinks and blues. The one-piece case, suitable for iPhones and MagSafe technology, uses polycarbonate and synthetic rubber and can easily be pocketed. As a bonus, the case’s raised edges provide additional protection for your device. Pros: Super sturdy design Cons: Only for iPhone 15 Plus The Best iPhone 15 Case For Extra Protection Boxy And Durable Otterbox Otterbox Defender Series Pro Buy From Otterbox Best for: Some of the best phone protection on the market. Otterbox has been around for years and is well-known as the producer of strong, reliable smartphone cases, and its Defender Series Pro can keep your iPhone 15 protected. The Defender Series Pro, now adapted for the iPhone 15, is a case designed with a polycarbonate shell and a synthetic rubber slipcover. Together with raised edges, it provides additional protection to your handset’s camera and screen. Furthermore, port covers in the case can help keep debris and moisture away from that new USB-C port. Otterbox has included an antimicrobial additive to improve the hygienic quality of your case. As a bonus, the case’s holster clips can be maneuvered to give you a kickstand. Get it in black, blue, purple and green. Pros: Some of the sturdiest protection on the market Built-in USB-C cover Cons: Not very stylish Bulky Best Stylish iPhone 15 Case Stylish And Stain And Bacteria Resistant Zagg Zagg London Snap Buy From Zagg Best for: Staying stylish and protected from high drops. The London Snap, manufactured by Zagg, a popular producer of smartphone cases, combines style and rugged protection for your new device. Able to handle a drop of up to 13 feet, the London Snap is bolstered with graphene and is both stain and bacteria-resistant. The textured exterior of the case is stylish, thanks to its metallic button covers and 3D-printed geometric design—at least, in the black version. Zagg’s case is available for the iPhone 15 in five colors: black, rose, gray, teal and navy. Each color option has a slightly different pattern, but they all are textured to add a personal style to your case. Each case is made up of up to 91% recycled content. What our editors say: Tech editor Rebecca Isaacs says, “During a hands-on event, I got to see the Zagg London Snap in person. The testing demonstrations dropped heavy objects on the case. The case handled the wear and tear without so much as a scratch and kept the device safe the entire time. The Zagg London Snap is a stylish, durable investment for any iPhone 15.” Pros: Multiple colors available High drop rate Sustainable Cons: Pricey Best Leather iPhone 15 Case Timeless Design With Protection Nomad Nomad Modern Leather Folio Buy From Nomad Best for: Those that want a professional, timeless look to use for iPhone protection. If you’re looking for an understated, stylish leather case for your iPhone, Nomad’s modern leather folio is an excellent option. Now on the market for $60, the folio is made from sustainable leather and is available in black, brown or tan finishes. It includes three card slots and a wider cash slot, so you can double up protection for your iPhone with wallet functionality. While being MagSafe compatible, the folio also includes lanyard slots and a removable magnetic clasp. Nomad’s case is compatible with the iPhone 15, Plus, Pro, and Pro Max. Pros: Professional, sleek look with card slots Eight-foot drop protection Cons: Drop protection could be higher The Best iPhone 15 Case Made By Apple Add A MicroFiber Lining For Extra Protection Apple iPhone 15 Silicone Case With MagSafe Buy From Apple Best for: Staying in the Apple family, including for your iPhone’s protection. Available for the iPhone 15, Plus, Pro and Pro Max, Apple has launched a new range of cases suitable for its flagship line. The iPhone 15 case, made from silicone—a material associated with durability and softness—feels extremely comfortable in your hand. The iPad and iPhone maker has also included a microfiber lining for additional protection and magnets for safe charging, either by way of MagSafe technology or Qi chargers. The iPhone 15 case has been launched in eight colors, so you can choose between orange sorbet, cypress, winter blue, storm blue, guava, clay, light pink or traditional black. Pros: Built-in microfiber lining Comfortable silicone grip Cons: Only available for iPhone 15 MORE FROM FORBES VETTED The Best Plus Size Jeans For Women: Your Essential Shopping Guide By Bethany Heitman Contributor How To Pre-Order Everything From Apple’s Fall 2023 Event By Rebecca Isaacs Forbes Staff Why Trust Forbes Vetted The Forbes Vetted tech team consists of accomplished tech experts who’ve (literally) written books on the subject. In particular, this story was written by Charlie Osborne an accomplished writer, journalist, photographer and experienced product tester. Charlie joined the tech fold as a writer and podcast host and has been covering tech for a number of years. Over her career, she has accumulated hours of in-depth product research and has conducted firsthand testing. The tech section is overseen by consumer tech and electronics editor Rebecca Isaacs , an expert who has extensive experience going hands-on with devices, including many on this list. We know tech tends to become quickly outdated. To keep this piece fresh and accurate, it’s regularly updated; its current iteration was published in September 2023. Other Articles You Might Like Forbes Vetted regularly covers all types of consumer electronics and then reviews and recommends the best products in specific categories. 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EA Sports FC 24 Fans Angry After Leak Reveals Paid Evolutions Are Coming
EA Sports FC 24 represents the beginning of a new era for developer Electronic Arts . After decades under the FIFA umbrella, the team has decided to forgo that branding over cost disputes and is now taking its own path. EA has said that this will open up new opportunities for the team, especially in Ultimate Team, where it was sometimes shackled by the different rules FIFA put in place. One of the new additions to the mode is Evolutions, which is basically a way for users to take one of their favorite soccer players and "evolve" them through gameplay. When it was announced, EA Sports FC 24 fans were incredibly excited about the possibilities, but a new leak has thrown a huge bucket of cold water on those hopes. This leak comes courtesy of Fut Sheriff on Twitter. While you should always take every leak with a grain of salt, Sheriff has been successfully leaking FIFA and now EA Sports FC for years. They have missed some things in the past, but for the most part, Sheriff's record is very solid. Recently, Sheriff shared new information about Evolutions in EA Sports FC 24 claiming at least some Evolutions will have free and paid options. 🚨Evolutions There will be a FREE version and also a PAID one, which costs 50k coins or 1k FP. As always, the paid one gets a better boost. Turn on the notis for tomorrow! Make sure to follow @FutSheriff and report @Criminal__x ! #eafc24 #fc24 pic.twitter.com/npmGIIvhM1 — Fut Sheriff (@FutSheriff) September 16, 2023 This means that players will have a choice to make. They can either take the free player or pay 50,000 Coins/1,000 EAFC Points to get the paid version. As you'd expect, Sheriff says, "the paid one gets a better boost," meaning if you're willing to spend money, you'll get a better player . Fans are understandably upset over the game going even further toward pay-to-win. One of the top replies to Sheriff's tweet reads "EA already ruining the feature we were most excited about." Another says , "Literally pay to win, EA is so money hungry it's crazy how every year it gets worse and worse." However, some are pointing out that if you can buy the players with coins, it's really no different than buying a player off of the market, though those upset are still pushing against that notion because they think it makes it even easier for fans to get sucked into spending money. Either way, EA Sports FC 24 and sports games, in general, will continue to push the boundaries in ways like this for the foreseeable future. Remember, NBA 2K24 just introduced a paid version of its battle pass for the first time ever. The backlash was as strong as what we're seeing here, but it hasn't seemed to hurt 2K24 's bottom line in a noticeable way. What Are Evolutions in EA Sports FC 24 ? (Photo: EA Sports) Evolutions in EA Sports FC 24 give you the chance to choose a player and then upgrade them throughout the season . The upgrades range from a full overall rating boost to smaller boosts for things like getting an extra star for your player's weak foot. To get those upgrades, you'll need to complete specific tasks in-game. It's also worth noting that you can only work on one Evolution at a time, meaning you can't stack your lineup with them to get progress with them all at once. EA Sports FC 24 is launching on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC on September 29, though you can pre-order the Ultimate Edition and get in on September 22. 0 comments Related: EA Sports FC 24 Leak Reveals Every New Icon EA Sports FC 24 Top 50 Player Ratings Have Leaked Every New Icon and Hero in EA Sports FC 24 EA Sports FC 24 Ultimate Team Deep Dive Shows How Evolutions Work
