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How to watch Disney’s Jungle Cruise on Disney Plus: Stream the new film from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Emily Blunt with Premier Access today.

Disney is continuing its strategy of launching blockbuster films simultaneously in theaters and on its Disney Plus streaming service. Currently, the standalone MCU film Black Widow is available to watch alongside theaters at home.

Now Jungle Cruise, starring Dwayne The Rock Johnson and Emily Blunt, is following the same strategy following its theatrical release today, Friday 30th July. Disney Plus subscribers can watch the film in the comfort of their own home via Premier Access.

Unfortunately, it’s not part of a Disney Plus subscription, instead costing an additional £19.99/$29.99 to unlock. From there, you can ride The Rock as many times as you like.

While that sounds like a pretty hefty expense to watch a new movie at home, the multi-viewing requirement eases the pain, as does the savings of taking the whole family to the movies and buying snacks and drinks.

How to watch Jungle Cruise on Disney Plus Premiere Access

First, you must be a Disney Plus subscriber. If you haven’t already joined, it costs £7.99 a month or £79.99 a year and you get all the Marvel, Disney, Pixar and Star Wars content you could ever dream of.

Once you’re signed in, you’ll need to open the Disney Plus app on your chosen platform, find Jungle Cruise and click Unlock Now. Your payment method will then be authenticated and you’re good to go.

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When is Jungle Cruise coming to Disney Plus?

If you don’t want to pay extra for Jungle Cruise, you’ll have to wait until November 12, when it arrives for all Disney Plus subscribers. That’s about 100 days from now.

Anyway, given that Scarlett Johansson is suing Disney for getting the Black Widow movie straight to Premier Access, we’re not sure how long this will be a thing, so get in while things are going well.

One of the most anticipated PlayStation exclusives Horizon Forbidden West has been pushed back to 2022, according to reports Friday.

This news would come as a huge disappointment to many of the 10 million Sony PS5 owners, as well as many millions of PS4 owners hoping to play the first-party action RPG before the end of the year.

Following comments from Jeff Grub yesterday on the Giant Bomb Show, Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier also reports that Sony has decided to delay the game until the first three months of next year.

According to a person familiar with the matter, Sony’s decision was made some time ago but has not been officially confirmed by the company at the time of writing.

The reported delay is just the latest in a series of titles due for release in 2021 that have now been postponed. Other PS5 titles like Returnal and Deathloop also experienced delays this year. Sony’s God of War has also been pushed back to 2022. On the Xbox side, Halo: Infinite is slated for release later this year, a full year after it was originally planned.

Sony has pushed back the PlayStation-exclusive Horizon Forbidden West to the first quarter of 2022, a source told Bloomberg, confirming a rumor shared by @JeffGrubb yesterday. The latest in the video game industry cascade of 2021 delayed https://t.co/8atrR25oxd

— Jason Schreier (@jasonschreier) July 30, 2021

The warning signs were clear back in June, when PlayStation Studios boss Hermen Hulst refused to fully commit to the 2021 release window for Horizon Forbidden West.

In a post on PlayStation Blog, he said: “We believe we’re on track to release Horizon this holiday season. But that’s not entirely certain yet and we’re working as hard as we can to confirm that to you as soon as possible.”

With the myriad of game delays being caused by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and remote working away from studios, it’s little surprise that one of the most exciting next-gen titles won’t be available for another six months or so. However, we are confident that the wait will be worth it.

Did Elon Musk brazenly tell Tim Cook he wanted his job as Apple CEO? Normally we’d dismiss such a wild rumor immediately, but this is Elon Musk.

A new book about the Tesla founder and CEO alleges a dispute between Musk and Cook that ended with the latter swearing at the former and slamming the phone on the floor.

Both Musk and Apple have disputed the encounter brought to light by Tim Higgins’ new book, Power Play, but it’s quite a yarn.

The story claims Cook tried to buy the then-ailing electric car company in 2016. Here’s how the LA Times (via The Verge) tells the anecdote of Tesla, Elon Musk and the bet of the century:

Musk is interested, but one condition: “I’m CEO.”

Sure, says Cook. When Apple bought Beats in 2014, it retained founders Jimmy Iovine and Dr. dr

No, says Musk. Apple. Apple CEO.

“F- you,” says Cook and hangs up.

via LA Times

Ridiculous, right? But not exactly from Musk’s wheelhouse given the man’s boldness and past form. We also can’t imagine Tim Cook dropping the F-bomb for just being so nice.

Anyway, it seems academic, as both Apple and Musk have dismissed the claims, pointing out the trifle that Musk and Cook have never spoken to each other before. According to Musk’s tweet, “Cook and I have never spoken or written to each other.”

Cook and I have never spoken or written to each other.

There was a point where I requested a meeting with Cook to discuss Apple’s purchase of Tesla. No acquisition conditions were proposed.

He refused to meet. Tesla was worth about 6% of today’s value.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 30, 2021

By also denying the report, Apple alerted reporters to comments he made about Musk during a previous interview. “You know, I’ve never spoken to Elon, although I have great admiration and respect for the company he built,” Cook said in April.

It emerged yesterday that the NHS Covid Pass is now compatible with the Apple Wallet app for iPhone, ensuring easy access for users who need to view their Covid-19 status.

With the increasing requirement to show proof of vaccination or a negative test to gain access to venues and sporting events, many will find it more convenient to show their passport in their wallet.

It’s great if you don’t have internet access either, as it doesn’t rely on connectivity once it’s added to the Apple Wallet. It also saves you from searching for the PDF you may have downloaded to your device.

If you have a Covid Passport available on the NHS app (not to be confused with NHS Covid app) you can easily add it to your Apple Wallet. Remember you must be double vaccinated (two weeks after the second vaccination) or have reported a negative Covid test to be eligible.

If you don’t already have the NHS app, you’ll need to download it from the App Store and answer a few identity verification questions.

How to add a Covid Pass to Apple Wallet

• Open the NHS app and sign in with your NHS details
• From the options select Get your NHS Covid Passport
• Close Continue and then Domestic
• Once you see the pass, you can select “Add to Apple Wallet”.

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How to access Covid Pass in Apple Wallet

If you have an iPhone with Face ID, you simply have to press the power button twice to bring up the Apple Pay options (if you entered any). Then you can tap to expand the deck of cards below and reveal your Covid Passport. From here you can show the barcode to the appropriate person.

If your phone has Touch ID like the iPhone SE, it’s the same process, but you double-tap the home button to bring up the cards.

After a long wait, Amazon has finally added support for Zoom on the Fire TV Cube.

It seems that everyone knows what Zoom is these days, anyone working from home or wanting to organize a virtual meeting will be familiar with Zoom and online meeting traces.

And now Amazon welcomes Zoom to the Fire TV Cube family, making the Fire TV even more robust when it comes to video conferencing. See a company blog post for details.

According to Amazon, all you need is a second-gen Fire TV Cube with the latest software update, a compatible webcam, a micro-USB to USB adapter, and of course, Zoom downloaded onto your Fire TV.

And for anyone who needs a little guidance on setting up your Fire TV with Zoom, read on to find out how to get the best experience.

Setting up a webcam

To make sure you can show everyone what your TV is seeing, you need to set up a webcam. You need a webcam that supports USB Video Class (UVC), ideally with a resolution of at least 720p and 30 fps, with a micro USB to USB adapter.

For an even better experience, you can even opt for webcams that offer 1080p resolution and a 60-90 degree field of view from 6-10 feet away, allowing people to see everything that’s going on in your living room .

Here are a few webcams and adapters that can help you get started on your Zoom journey:

Micro USB to USB Adapter:

webcams:

Activate Zoom on your TV

Once you’re set up and happy with your webcam, you’ll need to download the Zoom app onto your TV.

After downloading Zoom from the Fire TV App Store, you can immediately start zooming as a guest or sign in to an existing account by following the onscreen instructions.

Once you log into your account, you can access all your contacts and all upcoming meetings. You can even start meetings from the app itself.

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Need a cheap iPhone upgrade? The Apple iPhone 11 is currently available for almost half the price, costing £374.99 off its RRP of £642.99

It’s no secret that Apple devices typically cost a small fortune, so any chance to jump on the iOS bandwagon without breaking the bank is cause for celebration.

Premium seller Electrical Deals is selling the iPhone 11 at a 41% discount, saving you £268. The phones are Certified Refurbished, which means they have been approved by Apple and are in like-new condition. At just £374.99 it’s an absolute steal compared to its usual retail price.

So if you’re looking for your next phone, you can treat yourself to one of Apple’s flagship phones at a fraction of the price. You might want to act fast, however, as certified refurbished deals on iPhones tend to fly off the shelves pretty quickly.

With an original price of £729 at launch, the iPhone 11 is still one of the best options for truly stunning smartphone photography. It captures light brilliantly and Apple has really taken the competition by storm when it comes to natural-looking bokeh and portrait shots.

In our 4.5 star review for the 11 we summed it up: “A great phone, the iPhone 11 is Apple’s standard flagship phone for the next year and it deserves the crown. An excellent camera and strong battery life make this an easy choice.”

It’s been called “an iPhone that’s very easy to recommend,” and it’s not hard to see why.

You’ll be hard pressed to find a better iPhone 11 deal right now. So if you fancy taking the plunge, this is the best way to do it.

With Tesla’s new update, you can watch all your favorite Disney movies from your car.

Have you ever wished you could watch some TV while running errands? Thanks to Tesla’s latest update, you can watch everything that’s been available on the Disney+ video streaming service right from the dashboard of your fancy car, which has caught the eye of users on Reddit.

You can watch in Tesla’s Theater Mode, which doesn’t work while driving for safety reasons, but offers other streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, Youtube, and even Twitch.

So sit back, relax, and experience everything the streaming service has to offer while your car is parked or charging. Just make sure you don’t spend time daydreaming about classic Simpsons episodes along the way.

According to Variety, Disney+ currently has over 100 million subscribers, just 18 months since launch. So if you don’t have a Disney+ account, chances are you know someone who does.

Other features to look out for on Tesla models include a car wash mode – which seals the car to prevent water damage or leaks – dashcam autosave, auto dimming of your mirrors and more battery information to keep you informed , when your vehicle is needed charging.

Soon you’ll also have the option to stay connected to Wi-Fi while driving, alongside new language support for Russian, Romanian and Hungarian.

If you’re interested in learning more about Tesla, feel free to check out our coverage of the new 2021 Tesla steering wheel and how Tesla Autopilot works.

Nintendo Switch owners are some of the most loyal and patient gaming fans out there, but the inaction on the alleged Joy-Con “drift” issue is getting a bit too much for some.

Now the company has at least apologized for the issue, well without actually mentioning it by name. In a recent Q&A with Nintendo Japan, company president Shuntaro Furukawa said he apologizes for the inconvenience caused by… something… related to the Joy-Con.

“Regarding the Joy-Con, we apologize for any issues our customers have encountered,” Furukawa said (via Kotaku). “We continue to strive to improve our products, but since the Joy-Con is the subject of a class action lawsuit in the United States, and this is still a pending issue, we wish to refrain from responding to any specific actions.”

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Furukawa did not comment further on the issue due to the ongoing class action lawsuit in the United States, which was filed in July last year and could make Nintendo liable for damages should it win in the complainants’ favour.

The reported issue results in the detachable controllers recognizing input even when players are not touching the analog stick. Anecdotal data suggests that up to a quarter of players could have the problem. Nintendo has since offered free repairs to those who contact support when the problem manifests itself.

The complaint filed against Nintendo of America reads: “The complaint filed in US District Court for the Western District of Washington alleges that the joysticks on Joy-Con controllers are defective, causing users to experience drift issues. Specifically, the complaint alleges that the joystick on the Joy-Con controllers automatically registers movement when the joystick is not controlled by the user, disrupting gameplay.

“The complaint, filed on behalf of buyers of switches and Joy-Con controllers, raises claims under various consumer protection laws, as well as various warranty and common law claims.”