We’re still a few months away from the release of Google’s Pixel 9 phones with the new Tensor G4 chip. However, there are already excited whispers regarding Google’s next-generation Tensor system-on-a-chip (SoC). A new report claims Google has completed the design work on the Tensor G5 chip, which will be its first truly custom design.
The report from Taiwan claims that Google has completed design work on Tensor G5, known as tape out. That’s the final step before chip manufacturing can commence. We do not expect Google to begin producing its chips in large quantities until next year, and when it does, that will happen at TSMC. The chip will appear in next year’s Pixel 10 family, not the Pixel 9.
All the Tensor chips Google has designed thus far are only partially custom. They’ve been based on Samsung’s Exynos chips and manufactured in Samsung’s semiconductor fab. For the upcoming Tensor G4, Google reportedly used the Exynos 2400 as a blueprint. These SoCs have worked well enough, but Samsung’s designs just can’t keep up with the best from Qualcomm and Apple. Google reportedly hopes that Tensor G5 will compete better with those firms.
The switch to TSMC will give Google access to more advanced packaging and manufacturing controls. The report claims Tensor G5 will be produced on TSMC’s latest process node, but it doesn’t specify the version. Currently, the most advanced node from the foundry is a 3nm design, with two options designated as N3E and N3P—the N3E process is slightly newer and more efficient, so we’d put our money on that one.
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The report from Ctee doesn’t include any specifics on the core design. The current and upcoming Tensor chips borrow their unusual designs from Exynos. The upcoming Tensor G4 is expected to have a single Cortex X4 prime core, three A720 cores, and four A520 cores. This is a departure from Tensor G3, which had an extra mid-tier CPU for a total of nine cores.
Previous Tensor chips have given Google better control over its product supply chain. The company’s budget phones now run the same SoC as its flagship phones, mirroring how Apple has boosted its cheaper smartphones for years. However, Tensor chips have been plagued by lagging performance compared with other chips and excessive heat generation. A fully redesigned Tensor with TSMC’s technology could finally make Tensor worthy of Google’s class-leading software experience.
Air fryers are fast becoming a staple gadget in many people’s homes, likely because they are fast, convenient and don’t cost a small fortune. And with recent technological advancements, there are air fryers on the market that can cook, bake, saute, dehydrate, pressure cook and more. If you’ve been mulling over the thought of investing in an air fryer, now’s the time to jump on the bandwagon — let us help you choose the best air fryer for your needs.
Whether you’re up for roasting a whole chicken, making a meal for the entire family or want to try your hand at the infamous air-fryer muffins (yes, you read that right), there’s an air fryer to suit everyone. And with Prime Day on the horizon, you will likely be able to get a great deal on a new machine that could make all the difference to those dreaded mealtimes.
What does an air fryer do?
Let’s clear one thing up first: it’s not frying. Not really. Air fryers are more like smaller convection ovens, ones that are often pod-shaped. Most work by combining a heating element and fan, which means the hot air can usually better crisp the outside of food than other methods. They often reach higher top temperatures than toaster ovens – which is part of the appeal.
For most recipes, a thin layer of oil (usually sprayed) helps to replicate that fried look and feel better. However, it will rarely taste precisely like the deep-fried version when it comes out of the air fryer basket. Don’t let that put you off, though, because the air fryer, in its many forms, combines some of the best parts of other cooking processes and brings them together into an energy-efficient way of cooking dinner. Or breakfast. Or lunch.
You probably know the “Instant” brand from the line of very popular Instant Pot pressure cookers, but did you know that the company makes great air fryers too? We’re especially impressed by the Instant Vortex Plus with ClearCook and OdorErase, which features a clear viewing window so you can see the air fryer basket while your food is cooking, plus an odor-removing filter. In our testing, we found that it didn’t completely eliminate smells, so if you’re whipping up an air fryer salmon it might be obvious, but it seemed significantly less smoky when compared to our Breville Smart Oven Air. We love its ease of use, intuitive controls, the easy-to-clean nonstick drawer basket, plus the roomy interior – it’s big enough to fit four chicken thighs. Plus, this top pick heats up very quickly with virtually no preheating time.
A slightly more affordable option is its predecessor, the Instant Vortex Plus 6-Quart. It lacks the viewing window and the odor-removing filters, but it still has the same intuitive control panel and roomy nonstick interior, so you can easily cook a chicken breast or smaller meals from your favorite cookbooks. If you want an even bigger option, Instant also offers Instant Vortex Plus in a 10-quart model that has a viewing window and a rotisserie feature.
Pros
ClearCook window lets you see your food as it cooks
Most machines can make one thing at a time, but Ninja’s Dual Zone digital air fryer can handle two totally different foods simultaneously, making it a top air fryer by our standards. Available in 8- and 10-quart capacities, this dual-basket air fryer isn’t compact, so it won’t be a good option for those with small kitchens. However, if you have the counter space, it could be the best air fryer to invest in especially if you cook for a large family. You can prep two totally different foods, like a chicken breast and brownies, at the same time with totally different cooking modes, or use Match Cook to prepare foods in the dual baskets the same way. The heating zones are independent, so if you only want to fill up one side with french fries and leave the other empty, you can do that as well.
We appreciate how quickly the Ninja air fryer heats up (there’s little to no preheating time at all) and how it runs relatively quietly. It also has a feature called Smart Finish that will automatically adjust cooking times so that your fried chicken thighs in the first chamber and asparagus in the second will finish at the same time, so you don’t have to wait for one part of your meal to be ready while the other gets cold. In general, dual-zone air frying capabilities aren’t necessary for most people, but those who cook often will get a lot of use out of machines like the Ninja Foodi.
Pros
Two separate chambers for cooking different foods
Smart Finish feature adjusts cooking times so foods finish simultaneously
Not only is the Instant Vortex Mini budget-friendly with a $60 price tag (and you can often find it on sale for less), but it’s also the best small air fryer on this list. Most air fryers will take up a lot of precious countertop space, but this two-quart model is great for those who don’t have a lot to spare and are looking for something that’s particularly user-friendly. The Vortex Mini can air fry, bake, roast and reheat, and you can control the temperature and cook time using the dial sitting in the middle of its touchscreen. Unlike some of the other, more expensive air fryers we tested, which have a variety of modes and settings, the Vortex Mini is dead simple to use. Just plug it in, press the preset cooking method of your choice, customize the temperature and cook time and press Start. The machine will beep about halfway through the cycle to let you know when to flip your food, and it’ll chime again once it’s finished.
Arguably the biggest caveat to the Vortex Mini is also its biggest strength. It’s so compact that cooking more than one thing, or a lot of one thing, won’t be easy. But I was able to cook a whole block of tofu cut into cubes (with a bit of overlap) and reheat (and re-crisp) leftovers in it for myself and my fiancé with no problems. Overall, this compact air fryer will be hard to beat for those with tight budgets and tiny kitchens.
Listen, most people don’t need the Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro. But if you love to cook, have a large family or throw a bunch of parties, you’ll likely get a ton of use out of this machine. This stainless steel countertop oven is a beast, measuring one cubic foot, so be prepared to carve out some space in your kitchen for it. But its size allows it to cook an entire 14-pound turkey and fit things like a five-quart dutch oven and a 9 x 13 pan inside of it. This large air fryer basically acts like a second oven, or even a primary one if your main oven is out of commission.
As the best air fryer toaster oven on this list, it’s quite capable and its size helps since you can spread your food out to ensure things are as crispy as possible. It also helps that you can cook a lot of servings at once, which will make it easier if you’re preparing snacks like bagels for brunch, appetizers for a party or a side dish for a family dinner. In addition to air frying, it has a number of other cooking modes including toast, broil, bake, pizza, dehydrate, slow cook and proof. Despite the “smart” moniker, this model doesn’t have app connectivity – but you can get that feature if you upgrade to the Joule. That’ll allow you to get push notifications when your food’s ready, and the companion app also has guided recipes which you can follow along with. Unsurprisingly, like most Breville gadgets, both the Joule and the standard Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro are quite expensive, coming in at $500 and $400, respectively. But if you’re looking to add the versatility of a multi-use machine to your kitchen, Breville has you covered.
You can separate most air fryers into two types and each has different pros and cons. Convection ovens are usually ovens with air fryer functions and features. They might have higher temperature settings to ensure that food crisps and cooks more like actually fried food. Most convection ovens are larger than dedicated air fryers, defeating some of the purpose of those looking to shrink cooking appliance surface area. Still, they are often more versatile with multiple cooking functions, and most have finer controls for temperatures, timings and even fan speed.
You may never need a built-in oven if you have a decent convection oven. They often have the volume to handle roasts, entire chickens or tray bakes, and simply cook more, capacity-wise, making them more versatile than the pod-shaped competition.
The flip side of that is that you’ll need counter space in the kitchen to house them. It also means you can use traditional oven accessories, like baking trays or cake tins, that you might already own.
Pod-shaped air fryers
Pod-shaped air fryers are what you imagine when you think “air fryer.” They look like a cool, space-age kitchen gadget, bigger than a kettle but smaller than a toaster oven. Many use a drawer to hold ingredients while cooking, usually a mesh sheet or a more solid, non-stick tray with holes to allow the hot air to circulate. With a few exceptions, most require you to open the drawer while things cook and flip or shake half-cooked items to ensure the even distribution of heat and airflow to everything.
That’s one of a few caveats. Most pod-shaped air fryers – there are a few exceptions – don’t have a window to see how things are cooking, so you’ll need to closely scrutinize things as they cook, opening the device to check progress. Basket-style air fryers also generally use less energy – there’s less space to heat – and many have parts that can be put directly into a dishwasher.
Some of the larger pod-shaped air fryers offer two separate compartments, which is especially useful for anyone planning to cook an entire meal with the appliance. You could cook a couple of tasty chicken wings or tenders while simultaneously rustling up enough frozen fries or veggies for everyone. Naturally, those options take up more space, and they’re usually heavy enough to stop you from storing them in cupboards or shelves elsewhere.
As mentioned earlier, you might have to buy extra things to make these pod fryers work the way you want them to. Some of the bigger manufacturers, like Philips and Ninja, offer convenient additions, but you’ll have to pay for them.
Air fryer pros and cons
Beyond the strengths and weaknesses of individual models, air fryers are pretty easy to use from the outset. Most models come with a convenient cooking time booklet covering most of the major foods you’ll be air frying, so even beginners can master these machines.
One of the early selling points is the ability to cook fries, wings, frozen foods and other delights with less fat than other methods like deep frying, which gets foods the crispiest. As air fryers work by circulating heated air, the trays and cooking plates have holes that can also let oil and fat drain out of meats, meaning less fat and crisper food when you finally plate things up. For most cooking situations, you will likely need to lightly spray food with vegetable oil. If you don’t, there’s the chance that things will burn or char. The oil will keep things moist on the surface, and we advise refreshing things with a dash of oil spray when you turn items during cooking.
Most air fryers are easy to clean – especially in comparison to a shallow or deep fryer. We’ll get into cleaning guidance a little later.
With a smaller space to heat, air fryers are generally more energy-efficient for cooking food than larger appliances like ovens. And if you don’t have an oven, air fryers are much more affordable – especially the pod options.
There are, however, some drawbacks. While air fryers are easy enough to use, they take time to master. You will adjust cooking times for even the simplest types of food – like chicken nuggets, frozen French fries or brussels sprouts. If you’re the kind of person that loves to find inspiration from the internet, in our experience, you can pretty much throw their timings out of the window. There are a lot of air fryer options, and factors like how fast they heat and how well distributed that heat is can – and will – affect cooking.
There’s also a space limitation to air fryers. This is not a TARDIS – there’s simply less space than most traditional ovens and many deep fat fryers. If you have a bigger family, you’ll probably want to go for a large capacity air fryer – possibly one that has multiple cooking areas. You also might want to consider a different kitchen appliance, like a multicooker, sous vide or slow cooker to meet your specific cooking needs.
You may also struggle to cook many items through as the heat settings will cook the surface of dishes long before it’s cooked right through. If you’re planning to cook a whole chicken or a roast, please get a meat thermometer!
Best air fryer accessories
Beyond official accessories from the manufacturer, try to pick up silicone-tipped tools. Tongs are ideal, as is a silicon spatula to gently loosen food that might get stuck on the sides of the air fryer. These silicone mats will also help stop things from sticking to the wire racks on some air fryers. They have holes to ensure the heated air is still able to circulate around the food.
Silicone trivets are also useful for resting any cooked food on while you sort out the rest of the meal. And if you find yourself needing oil spray, but don’t feel like repeatedly buying tiny bottles, you can decant your favorite vegetable oil into a permanent mister like this.
How to clean an air fryer
We’re keeping clean up simple here. Yes, you could use power cleaners from the grocery store, they could damage the surface of your air fryer. Likewise, metal scourers or brushes could strip away the non-stick coating. Remember to unplug the device and let it cool completely.
Remove the trays, baskets and everything else from inside. If the manufacturer says the parts are dishwasher safe – and you have a dishwasher – the job is pretty much done.
Otherwise, hand wash each part in a mixture of warm water, with a splash of Dawn or another strong dish soap. Use a soft-bristled brush to pull away any crumbs, greasy deposits or bits of food stuck to any surfaces. Remember to rinse everything. Otherwise, your next batch of wings could have a mild Dawn aftertaste. Trust us.
Take a microfiber cloth and tackle the outer parts and handles that might also get a little messy after repeated uses. This is especially useful for oven-style air fryers – use the cloth to wipe down the inner sides.
If Dawn isn’t shifting oily stains, try mixing a small amount of baking soda with enough water to make a paste, and apply that so that it doesn’t seep into any electrical parts or the heating element. Leave it to work for a few seconds before using a damp cloth to pull any greasy spots away. Rinse out the cloth and wipe everything down again, and you should be ready for the next time you need to air fry.
How to find air fryer recipes
Beyond fries, nuggets and – a revelation – frozen gyoza, there are a few ways to find recipes for air-fried foods. First, we found that the air fryer instruction manuals often have cooking guides and recipe suggestions for you to test out in your new kitchen gadget. The good thing with these is that they were made for your air fryer model, meaning success should be all but guaranteed. They are often a little unimaginative, however.
Many of the top recipe sites and portals have no shortage of air fryer recipes, and there’s no harm in googling your favorite cuisine and adding the words “air fryer” on the end of the search string. We’ve picked up some reliable options from Delish, which also has a handy air fryer time converter for changing oven and traditional fryer recipes. BBC Good Food is also worth browsing for some simple ideas, as is NYT Cooking, with the ability to directly search for air fryer suggestions. Aside from that, you can also grab plenty of cookbooks from your local bookshop with lots of recipes that you can use in your favorite air fryer.
And if you have a killer recipe or unique use for your air fryer, let us know in the comments. What’s the air fryer equivalent of the Instant Pot cheesecake? We’re ready to try it.
git push – any switch to BLOCK any edits or removes?
There are many switches for git push. Simply I am looking for a switch that will ensure developers who use git push ONLY perform commit ADDS.. NO edits, and NO removes from the ref history.
Is there a switch to ensure that. I parsed through all the switches but to me it looks like git push with NO switch is the safest way to push.
Granted this only speaks for the command line, not Visual Studio git UX.
And yes I realize in GitHub and ADO you can deny –force push on the server side.
I was just looking for a switch to share with my dev team to help them be confident they don’t overwrite anyone else’s work, only add to it. We have had a few accidents.
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Longtime Slashdot reader fahrbot-bot shares a report from CNN, written by Olesya Dmitracova: Nyobolt, based in Cambridge, has developed a new 35kWh lithium-ion battery that was charged from 10% to 80% in just over four and a half minutes in its first live demonstration last week. […] Nyobolt’s technology builds on a decade of research led by University of Cambridge battery scientist Clare Grey and Cambridge-educated Shivareddy, the company said. Key to its batteries’ ability to be charged super-fast without a big impact on their longevity is a design that means they generate less heat. It also makes them safer as overheating can cause a lithium-ion battery to catch fire and explode. In addition, the materials used to make the batteries’ anodes allow for a faster transfer of electrons. Nyobolt is currently in talks to sell its batteries to eight electric car manufacturers. At 35 kWh, the battery is much smaller than the 85 kWh in a more typical American electric vehicle (EV). Yet the technology may be used in larger battery packs in the future.
Independent testing of Nyobolt’s batteries by what it called a leading global manufacturer found that they can achieve over 4,000 fast-charge cycles, equivalent to 600,000 miles (965,600 kilometers), while retaining more than 80% of capacity, Nyobolt said in its Friday statement. William Kephart, an e-mobility specialist at consultancy P3 Group and a former engineer, said EV batteries of the kind Nyobolt has developed could “theoretically” be charged as fast as the firm is promising, but the challenge was manufacturing such batteries on an industrial scale. A crucial chemical element in Nyobolt’s batteries is niobium but, as Kephart pointed out, last year only an estimated 83,000 tons (94,500 tons) was mined worldwide. Compare that with graphite, commonly used as anode material in lithium-ion batteries: an estimated 1.6 million tons (1.8 million tons) was produced in 2023. In addition, there are currently “a lot of unknowns” with the niobium battery technology, he told CNN. “The industry will work it out (but) it’s not seen by the industry as a scalable technology just yet,” he added.
Wife at All Costs Will our young people be able not to fall into temptations? They will know how to AVOID corruption and will manage their emotions without falling into sin. A young wife and her older husband move to Milan for his new job where they immediately land in difficult blackmail situations. The husband explores his desire to be cuckolded, while the wife explores her love of submission and domination. Did that last sentence confuse you? Welcome to the game. An Italian production with lots of European flavour, this game is centered around a very hot Italian woman who is often beautifully clothed and rendered and who saves this game from succumbing to its flaws. Many of the other reviews make valid points about the quality of renders, the English, the facial expressions, but for me the biggest problem in the game is the confusion around the role of Lucrezia and the choices that she makes.
(Or that you make on her behalf. Even this distinction is often made but is still unclear.) Without wanting to give too much away, there are two sides to her personality – a submissive side who does what she’s told and can enjoy being humiliated, and a hard-headed confident side who has no problems putting her wannabe-cuck husband in his place (at her feet). He is too idiot and there are too many characters! (I liked the story and the few choices to make, although I hope there are more NTR options or if it was possible to better choose the wife’s point of view in the decisions. Unfortunately, the development has worsened the initial idea: he too dumb and now there are too many characters!).
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New characters.
There are too many characters.
Often beautifully clothed and rendered.
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Every detail is significant in the captivating architectural realm, from the biggest elements to the smallest features. Often, designers focus on the importance of the structure’s crown, none other than the roof. The roof is an integral component that shelters people and properties from harsh environmental conditions. It also gives character to the building and significantly affects energy efficiency.
But the question is, what is the accurate way of visualizing roofing design projects that best complement the overall function and aesthetic of a building? This is where freelance 3D architectural rendering services enter the picture, transforming the roofing industry with their immersive and practical solutions.
In layman’s terms, 3D architectural rendering is the digital tool designers and architects use to develop realistic three-dimensional design representations. The technological marvel has made significant breakthroughs in changing how roofing design projects are approached to foster a seamless transition from mere abstract concepts to tangible reality. With all its exciting benefits, 3D rendering companies have also been proven to bring forth positive transformation in roof designs.
Roof designs were initially sidelined as something other than a functional requirement. But with the growing recognition of their potential for energy efficiency and aesthetic pleasingness, roofs are starting to garner their much-deserved attention. 3D architectural rendering is vital in this dynamic shift, allowing effective planning, better communication, and comprehensive visualization in roofing design projects.
Freelance 3D architectural rendering services play a pivotal role in the decision-making process. Every time homeowners invest in a new roof, they want to ensure that their selections, from the design to material, finish, and color, align with their needs and expectations. With 3D architectural rendering, no more gambles are involved in these decisions. For instance, roofing contractors could present clients with different roofing options with the help of 3D architectural modeling experts. The ability to explore different color schemes, materials, or designs in virtually constructed spaces can help homeowners make wiser choices that meet their preferences and the requirements of the building.
Creates a visual language
Studying basic sketches or complex blueprints was a must to visualize roofing projects before the rise of 3D architectural rendering. It takes a lot of work for average individuals to understand these plans. 3D Architectural visualization firms can bridge this gap by creating a visual language everyone can easily comprehend. Hiring a skilled roofing contractor to bring your envisioned design to life is crucial to successful roofing projects. 3D architectural rendering makes it easier to effectively share design ideas with the roofing contractor to simplify discussions of concerns, additions, and modifications. The roofing contractor can then offer educated decisions according to the visualization to improve the project’s outcome.
Enhances energy efficiency and sustainability
In this modern world, where it is already mandatory to promote sustainability, it’s expected for roofs to contribute to the overall energy efficiency of a building. 3D architectural rendering supports this aspect by enabling simulations under different environmental conditions.
A roofing contractor, for example, can also use the technology to evaluate how a suggested roof design would work regarding solar heat absorption, water runoff, ventilation, and insulation. These insights can guide choosing materials and design, leading to an energy-efficient and aesthetically pleasing roof. It can also result in long-term cost savings and reduced environmental negative impact.
During the planning of roofing projects, it’s paramount to comply with safety standards and local building codes. Freelance 3D architectural rendering designers can help ensure that all these regulations will be met starting from the design phase. With the accurate visualization of the suggested structure, it’s easier to check the different design aspects for compliance, from the material and pitch of the roof to the placement of vents, gutters, and other elements. The proactive approach can help avoid regulatory roadblocks that may result in expensive rework and delays.
Architectural rendering also allows a thorough evaluation of safety conditions. For example, it’s easier to accurately evaluate the safety of skylights or solar panel installation, the stability of the structure under different weather conditions, and the location of fire escapes. It doesn’t matter if you’re working with a roofing contractor; ensuring that the design of the roof aligns with safety compliance and standards becomes more manageable thanks to 3D architectural rendering.
Unleashes creativity
Aside from being a practical tool, 3D architectural animation services also serve as a blank canvas for more creative exploration. By offering the ability to experiment with various features, colors, designs, and materials, homeowners and architects alike can let their creative juices flow without any financial or physical limitations. This level of freedom can result in more personalized and innovative roof designs that push the boundaries of roofing architecture’s possibilities.
Aside from design alone, 3D architectural rendering offers a chance to explore different color schemes and material options for roofing projects. Whether choosing between tile roofing, metal roofing, or asphalt shingles, 3D architectural rendering offers a more realistic display of how every material will look after completion. On the same note, you can also experiment with a plethora of color schemes to identify the one that will best complement the overall aesthetic of your building. With this ability to try on different colors and materials virtually, you will have more confidence, knowing that your decisions will continue to be satisfactory.
Boosts property value
Considering the significant contribution of the roof to the curb appeal or the first impression a property makes, you can never think of this design as a mere afterthought. Freelance 3D rendering experts can come up with roof designs that are functional and aesthetically pleasing and can substantially enhance the overall value of your property. If you plan to lease or sell your property down the road, a carefully designed roof materialized through 3D architectural rendering is an excellent selling point. Potential tenants or buyers will be more inclined to appreciate a roof that looks good and performs well against environmental conditions simultaneously. This ability to impress potential buyers can help speed up the selling process.
Enhances collaboration
3D architectural rendering supports better collaboration among contractors, architects, and other specialists involved in the roofing project. All professionals will see, check, and understand the 3D model that simplifies the discussion of technical details, identify possible problems, and agree on possible solutions. This leads to a more efficient and harmonious working relationship that can positively impact the project’s outcome.
Effective communication is critical during the planning of roofing projects. Although sketches and blueprints can offer a basic outline, these tools usually need to catch up when conveying the picture, especially to people new to technical drawings. This is where freelance 3D architectural designers transform complicated designs into interactive and understandable visual models. Thanks to these models, architects, contractors, and homeowners can be on the same page to make it simpler and easier to discuss the design’s additions, alterations, or elements.
For example, roofing contractors can use the rendered models to present clients with the appearance of their new roof from different angles, how it complements other parts of the structure, and the effect of the different times of the day or night on its appearance. Such interactive discussions can result in improved client satisfaction and better design results.
Plans for future modifications
3D architectural rendering is not only applicable to new roof constructions. This is also instrumental to additions to existing roofs or planning renovations. With the ability to visualize the way new elements would integrate with an existing structure, it’s easier for homeowners to plan for future changes with greater accuracy and confidence.
Prevents material wastage
3D architectural modeling professionals help estimate materials by accurately representing the roof’s final specifications and appearance. This level of accuracy can prevent overestimation, which usually results in wasted excess materials. The 3D technology, as a result, can help contribute to both cost efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Aside from aiding decision-making and visualization, 3D architectural rendering can significantly contribute to time and cost efficiency. The technology can help save on expensive adjustments throughout the construction stage by pinpointing possible problems with the design during the planning phase. Working with roofing contractors who use 3D architectural rendering paves the way for real-time changes to the design that minimize the possibilities of unexpected changes or issues during the construction stage. The project stays within the timeline and budget, reducing the stress for all involved parties.
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Like everything else in Destiny 2 in the aftermath of The Final Shape, the Iron Banner has been altered. The PvP event now sports a two-week duration instead of one and is adding two weapons to its current pool of rewards–both of which are former Iron Banner weapons that now have new perks and rolls. The first of those, Claws of the Wolf, is an extremely deadly pulse rifle with a lot of aim assist that might help you snap some headshots over the next two weeks of competition.
You can get Claws of the Wolf easily enough from Iron Banner, but there are a lot of combinations you probably won’t want, especially with its mixed-up perk pool. Here’s how you can nab Claws of the Wolf and what perks are worth chasing on it.
How To Get Claws Of The Wolf
Now that Claws of the Wolf is back in the Iron Banner loot pool, there are a couple of ways to get ahold of one. The simplest is to just play Iron Banner matches–there’s a chance that, with each match, you’ll get a random weapon or armor drop, and that drop might be Claws of the Wolf. Even with only playing a handful of matches, I’ve already nabbed two, and since there are so many Pinnacle rewards and Iron Banner challenges to complete, odds are good that you’ll get a few without any thought required.
If you don’t get a lucky drop early on, though, you’re guaranteed a Claws of the Wolf for ranking up your Iron Banner reputation. The reward at reputation level 4 is one of these pulse rifles, which will add it to your Collections. At that point, you can expect it to drop from random Iron Banner engrams, and you’re also able to focus those engrams to get more Claws of the Wolf from Lord Saladin.
Like the other reputation vendors, Saladin offers the ability to focus engrams into specific weapon drops, allowing you to choose the thing you get (although the cost is higher than if you let the engrams drop a random item instead). So once you’ve got Claws of the Wolf, you can burn your stocked Iron Banner engrams for new drops in an attempt to get the roll you want.
Claws of the Wolf
Claws Of The Wolf God Rolls
Claws Of The Wolf PvP God Roll
Barrel: Smallbore / Arrowhead Break
Smallbore: +7 Range, +7 Stability
Arrowhead Break: +30 Recoil, +10 Handling
Magazine: Ricochet Rounds
First Perk: Headseeker / To The Pain
Headseeker: Body shots increase precision damage and aim assist for a short period of time. Body shots landed while the perk is active refresh the time.
To The Pain: While this weapon is equipped, taking damage increases handling and aim assist until this weapon is stowed. Taking more damage increases the effect.
Second Perk: Zen Moment / Rampage
Zen Moment: Causing damage with this weapon reduces recoil and flinch over time.
Rampage: Kills with this weapon temporarily grant increased damage. Stacks up to three times.
Masterwork: Range / Reload Speed
There are a few good combinations for Claws of the Wolf in the Crucible, depending a bit on your playstyle and what you’re going for. Generally, you want to favor stats like Range and Stability in your barrel and magazine choices, although if you really like Kill Clip, try to boost Reload Speed.
The main benefit of Claws of the Wolf is that, while its bullets don’t hit too hard, it fires extremely quickly and pretty accurately. Thus, pairing Headseeker, which gives you increased precision damage when you land body shots, and Zen Moment, which increases your aim assist and decreases your flinch the more you land shots, leans into the accuracy Claws of the Wolf already sports. You’re firing so many bullets so quickly that you’re getting a lot of benefit out of the synergy.
Alternatively, To The Pain, a new perk in The Final Shape, gives you a similar benefit when you’re under fire, increasing your aim assist as you duel and boosting your handling–great if you need to quickly whip out a shotgun to seal the deal. Zen Moment can also pair with To The Pain, but if you’d prefer a damage perk, Rampage gives you a 10% boost when you land a kill, which can help knock down secondary targets. Kill Clip can be even better–the damage boost is 25% when you reload within three seconds of a kill–but the reload on Claws of the Wolf can be painfully slow, so Rampage’s automatic activation might be the better call.
Claws Of The Wolf PvE God Roll
Barrel: Arrowhead Break
Magazine: Flared Magwell
+15 Reload speed, +5 Stability
First Perk: Repulsor Brace
Defeating a Void-debuffed target grants an overshield.
Second Perk: Destabilizing Rounds
Final blows cause nearby targets to become Volatile.
Masterwork: Reload Speed
Though it’s not really a PvE weapon in most cases, Claws of the Wolf does benefit from the Void double-whammy of Repulsor Brace and Destabilizing Rounds, giving it some serious synergy with Void builds. To start, though, your choices on barrel and magazine are pretty open, but Handling and Reload Speed are good places to put your focus; Range and Stability matter a lot less when you’re not fighting other Guardians.
Your main focus is on getting Repulsor Brace and Destabilizing Rounds together, which gives Claws of the Wolf some serious power in PvE. First, Destabilizing Rounds cause targets near any enemy you kill to become Volatile, which debuffs them and makes them explore, spreading around more Volatile. If you use Claws to kill a Volatile enemy, you’ll trigger Repulsor Brace, which gives you an overshield. So especially when dealing with groups of weak enemies, the combination creates its own feedback loop that makes your killing more effective and your defense even stronger. Add this combo to a Void build that spreads around and takes advantage of more debuffs, and you’ll get even more shields for your trouble.
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Conclusion
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