Ars Technica

The modern challenge of gaming without a strong Internet connection

For many players these days, the video game industry’s increasing reliance on online connections is an afterthought. But for the significant portion of the world without a quality Internet connection, it can sometimes feel like the game industry at large is leaving them behind. Pointing out the frustration of large day-one updates has been a feature of the gaming industry for more than a decade now.

California Public Utilities Commission rules T-Mobile lied about Sprint merger

T-Mobile lied to government regulators about its 3G shutdown plans in order to win approval of its merger with Sprint, according to a ruling from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).