The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett have told stories that dovetail into each other. They’re at times emotional, frightening, and thrilling — but also, dazzling in their presentation. In an engrossing panel at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022, featuring Janet Lewin (senior vice president, general manager, Industrial Light & Magic), Matthew Wood (supervising sound editor), […]
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Remembering Industrial Light & Magic Innovator Robert Blalack
One of the seminal figures in the establishment of Industrial Light & Magic, Robert Blalack passed away on February 2 at the age of 73. Everyone at Lucasfilm mourns his passing, and joins the industry in celebrating his contributions to the craft of visual effects and filmmaking. Our hearts go out to Mr. Blalack’s family […]
The Nokia XR20 Is Today’s Sturdy Android Brick Phone
Have you ever wanted a phone you could toss off a staircase? For $550, this durable smartphone is one tough mudder.
The Next Frontier for Phone Cameras: Stronger, Clearer Glass
Corning has a developed a new version of Gorilla Glass optimized for smartphone camera lenses that it claims will lead to a boost in photo quality.
Star Wars Inside Intel: Clone Armor
Star Wars Inside Intel is a StarWars.com feature where Lucasfilm Story Group member Emily Shkoukani, whose job is to know as much about a galaxy far, far away as possible, explores obscure facts about Star Wars lore and continuity. In this installment, Emily explores the evolution of clone armor… “You fought in the Clone Wars?” […]
The North Face Puts the Latest Road Running Tech on the Trail
The storied outdoor brand has introduced a new trail running shoe with speedy—and controversial—carbon-fiber plates in the soles.
