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Patrick O'Rourke
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Journalist, Freelance
Toronto
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Biography
I became interested in video games, technology and writing at a young age while scouring the pages of gaming magazines like Nintendo Power and Electronic Gaming Monthly. I've interviewed a variety of tech industry executives, reviewed hundreds of games, and covered GDC, E3, Gamescom, WWDC, Apple keynotes, Samsung press conferences and various local Toronto technology press events. I've appeared on the CBC, CTV, AM640, and other TV and radio stations as a technology analyst. Publications where my work can be found include MobileSyrup, BetaKit, The National Post, The Financial Post, The Post Arcade, Postmedia, as well as a wide range of other platforms. I worked at MobileSyrup, Canada's largest tech news source, as the publication's Editor-in-Chief, where I covered video games, smartphones, gadgets, virtual reality and augmented reality, as well as controlled the day-to-day editorial direction of the publication and managed a team of full-time writers and several freelancers. I'm currently the Managing Editor of devices at Pocket-lint, where I control the daily editorial operations of the section.
Content
By Patrick O'Rourke Verified| Pocket Lint Verified If you aren't yet a Google Fi subscriber, this offer could be right up your alley. The US-based, Google-owned MVNO telecommunications service is offering new subscribers a Pixel 9a for free, as long as they sign up for a new plan and stay with the carrier for 24 months given the cost of the phone is returned through monthly bill credits (via: Android Authority). The plan includes a few options, with the lowest-cost option starting at $10/month.
By Patrick O'Rourke Verified| Pocket Lint Verified Connecting the ROG Ally X to a TV is straightforward through an HDMI-to-USB-C cable or a dock. Docking tips: set game resolution, use FSR for better performance, and connect controllers. Setup as many settings as possible before you connect the ROG Ally X to your display (like connecting a Bluetooth controller, for example). One of the best things about handhelds like Asus' ROG Ally X and the Steam Deck OLED are how they allow you to connect them to a television or monitor.
By Patrick O'Rourke Verified| Pocket Lint Verified Beats expands cable range to USB-C, USB-A-to-C, and C-to-Lightning. New durable braided cables cost $20 for 1, $35 for a 2-pack; available in 8-inch or 59-inch lengths. Beats' surge stone and nitro navy colored cables are striking yet understated. Over the past few years, Apple has slowly turned Beats into a budget-conscious, but still somewhat pricey brand when it comes to its wireless earbuds, headphones, and other accessories (though its iPhone 16 cases are very expensive).
Company Info
Freelance
Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.
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