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Fortnite Expands Its Monsterverse with Kaiju No. 8 Collaboration Skins; Trailer Revealed
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Fortnite revealed the official Kaiju No. 8 collaboration trailer today, revealing the new skins and a monster. The trailer showcases new skins and pickaxes for Kafka Hibino, Reno Ichikawa, and Kikoru Shinomiya. Toward the end of the trailer, we also see Kafka turning into the Kaiju, hinting at an exclusive monster joining the Monsterverse of Fortnite.
Instagram Finally Lets You Send High-Quality Photos in DMs
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Instagram is rolling out the option to send high-quality images in direct messages. A tiny HD icon will appear in the top right corner of the photo picker, allowing users to share images in better resolution. However, this can result in larger file sizes and longer sending times.
Android 16 Beta 1 Arrives on Google Pixel Devices, Here’s What’s New
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Google has dropped the Android 16 Beta 1 update, and this brings several new changes like force app resizeability will be enabled by default for tablets, support for live updates, Samsung's APV codec and predictive back gesture in third party apps.
After spending months in the mist we finally have the official release date, platform and combat details for Doom The Dark Ages. Doom The Dark Ages arrives on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and PS5 on May 15, 2025. The game brings new combat mechanics that relies more on melee and lots of mech themed hack-and-slash.
OpenAI Releases ‘Operator’ AI Agent That Can Perform Tasks for You
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OpenAI's first Operator AI agent is finally here and it can perform tasks for you in a web browser. You can ask Operator to buy groceries, book a table at a restaurant, buy tickets, and more. If you have a ChatGPT Pro subscription, you can start using it today.
Is ChatGPT Down? Users Report Massive Outage Globally
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ChatGPT is currently down and it's throwing a "Bad Gateway" error. OpenAI is investigating the issue.
Samsung’s GoodLock App Gets A Refreshing New Look
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Samsung has pushed a new update version 3.0.10.1 for the GoodLock app, changing its interface for a streamlined look and easier navigation.
The White Lotus Season 4 Gets Renewed by HBO
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The White Lotus Season 3 is one of the most-anticipated shows of 2025 but before its debut on the platform, the show got renewed for Season 4. Here, we have discussed everything that you need to know about it.
Samsung’s Rumored Slim Phone Is Called the Galaxy S25 Edge
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Samsung teased a new phone and is calling it the Galaxy S25 Edge. Instead of representing the curved edges like on older Galaxy devices, the Edge on the S25 probably represents the slimmer Edges of the device. It's slimmer than the S25+ at 6.4-inches and will boast a dual-rear camera setup. Rumors suggest it will be prices below the $1,299 mark.
Unpacked 2025: Samsung One UI 7 Goes Official with Galaxy S25 Series
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Samsung has finally announced One UI 7 for Galaxy S24 series and all the eligible devices. The Galaxy S25 series is officially the first set of devices to come preloaded with One UI 7 out of the box. The update brings tons of new features and improvements, including the new Galaxy AI, smoother animations, and an improved overall UI.
Samsung Announces Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra at Unpacked 2025
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Samsung has released their new Galaxy S25 series which includes three phones in the lineup including the base Galaxy S25, the S25+ and the S25 Ultra. The phone will feature the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, and will come with One UI 7 based on Android 15 with up to 7 years of updates and several new Galaxy AI features.
Yellowjackets Season 3 Trailer Has Dropped, and So Has My Jaw!
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Yellowjackets Season 3 is one of the most-anticipated returning shows of 2025 and recently it has received a brand-new trailer. Here's all you need to know about it.
Minecraft 25W04A Snapshot Reverts Old Movement Changes
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Minecraft has rolled out a new Snapshot namely 25W04A that includes a few technical changes and some bug fixes were reverted. These bugfixes previously caused several negative side effects in the game and a lot of players had raised several issues related to this. So read this article and find out all the changes introduced in this new update.
Solo Leveling Is Getting a Live-Action Adaptation
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Solo Leveling franchise has blessed us with manhwa, anime, video game previously. And now finally, Kakao Entertainment reveals that a live-action adaptation is in works. Here's everything you need to know about it.
HSR 3.1 Leaks Hint at Anaxa’s Appearance in Amphoreus for the First Time
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A recent leak from HomDGCat reveals that Anaxa will appear in HSR 3.1 version. According to the leak, Anaxa will assist the trailblazer to take down the main boss of 3.1. Anaxa has been previously leaked to be a 5-star Nihility character with the Ice damage type.
You Can Now Cross-Post Your WhatsApp Status on Facebook & Instagram
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WhatsApp is introducing a feature to share status updates directly to Facebook and Instagram. This will be done through the Account Center, where you can now link your WhatsApp account along with Facebook and Instagram profiles. However, this feature will be optional and won't affect end-to-end encryption.
Your Netflix Subscription Is About to Get More Expensive in 2025
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Netflix has announced price hikes across all popular plans in the US, Canada, Portugal, and Argentina, effective with the next billing cycle. The ad-supported tier has seen its first price hike since 2022, with a new Extra Member with Ads plan also being introduced.
Google is working on four Pixel 11 models all bearing (pun intended) bear-themed codenames. The codenames for Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold are cubs, grizzly, kodiak, and yogi. The Pixel 10a's codename is stallion. The Pixel 11 series is supposed to come out in Q2 2026.
Samsung’s 2025 Foldable Lineup Could Include Four Devices, Including a Triple-Fold
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Samsung is preparing to launch four new foldable phones, including a triple-folding device, in 2025. The triple-folding phone will have a 9.9 or 10-inch display, a G-style mechanism, and a thickness of around 15mm. The company could produce 200,000 units of this experimental device for a Q3 release.
TikTok Avoids the Axe, Courtesy of a Last-Minute save by Trump
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TikTok was temporarily banned in the US but thanks to President Trump's intervention that extended the deadline for ByteDance to find a new buyer. The platform has since returned online, with a message thanking Trump for his efforts.
This Is How Thin the OnePlus Open 2 Could Be
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OPPO's manager Zhou Bao who posted images on the Find N5 showcasing its thinness. The photos compare the N5's thinness to the iPhone 16 Pro Max, and it's half as thin as the iPhone when unfolded. More info suggests the Find N5 could be less than 9.2 mm thick folded and just 4 mm thick on each side when unfolded.
X Jumps on TikTok Uncertainty with a Dedicated Short-Form Video Feed
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X has launched a dedicated video feed in the US, following the uncertainty surrounding TikTok. The feed is accessible via a new button and features short-form videos similar to TikTok and Instagram Reels. This feature could be a move to boost video content on the platform and attract users who may be considering switching from TikTok.
Bluesky Is Adding a New Custom Videos Feed to Attract TikTok Users
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Bluesky has introduced a short-form video feed called "Trending Videos," which allows users to scroll through short form videos and like, comment, and reshare them. The feed is available on the Bluesky app for Android and iOS, and users can access it by tapping the search icon and selecting "Discover" option.
Instagram Unveils “Edits”, a Video Editing App to Rival CapCut
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Meta released Edits, a video editing app, after TikTok's ban in the US. The app offers a suite of creative tools, including a separate tab for inspirations, draft sharing, and watermark-free exports. Edits is free at launch and will be available for iOS first, with Android support coming later. But you can preorder the app now.
This Upcoming Feature Could Just be Instagram’s Solution to Toxic Comments
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Instagram is testing a dislike comment option. The feature looks like a downward arrow icon between the like and comment options, similar to Reddit's downvote button. It could be exclusive to creators, allowing them to hide harsh comments from others, but its details are still unclear.
Qualcomm’s New, Affordable Snapdragon 8 Elite has One Less Core
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The new slower Snapdragon 8 Elite variant codenamed SM850-3-AB is a hepta-core processor with one less performance core compared to 8 Elite. Qualcomm says the altered 8 Elite still achieves significant performance gains over the 8 Gen 3. It is expected to be used by manufacturers who want to save on hefty costs including the fully-fledged 8 Elite.
Instagram is introducing a rectangular grid style for profile pages, replacing the traditional square grid. This change helps to showcase vertical content, but has upset some users who designed their profiles around the square layout.
iOS 19 Leak Suggests iPhone Camera App Could Take Design Cues from visionOS
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Just a couple of months after the iOS 18 public release, Apple appears to be working on the next major update. As per a recent report, the company is set to redesign the Camera app on iOS 19 with minimal controls that doesn't hinder the viewfinder and the overall experience. If this is true, you'll only see two tabs - Photo and Video when you launch the app and subsequent options will pop up when you tap on them.
Here Is an Official Look at the Nintendo Switch 2; Arrives In 2025
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Nintendo just revealed the first-look trailer of the Switch 2 console. In the trailer, we see a bigger screen and lots of overhauls in Switch 2. Moreover, the Switch 2 Joy-Cons are bigger, has a magnetic attachment system, and it gets rid of the drifting issues of the original controller sticks. Nintendo Switch 2 releases worldwide in 2025.
The upcoming Android 16 update may bring an improved multitasking experience, with a 90:10 ratio in split screen mode, similar to OnePlus' Open Canvas feature. This would allow users to enlarge one app and keep another open, making it easier to use on smaller devices and focus on a single app.
The stable Nothing OS 3.0 update based on Android 15 is now rolling out to Nothing Phone (1) and CMF Phone 1. It brings all the latest features like new widgets, lock screen customizations, a new app drawer, and a new quick settings experience.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Set to Get Deep Gemini Integration, Now Brief, More AI Features
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Some of the new features debuting in the Galaxy S25 series are called Now Brief and a deeper Gemini integration. Here's more information. The former is like Google Now and the latter integrates Samsung apps as well.
Daredevil Born Again First Trailer Released: The Devil’s Work Is Never Done
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The first trailer for Daredvil born again has been released and in this article, find out everything we saw in the trailer!
Meet Flashes, An Upcoming Bluesky Photo-Sharing App Set to Rival Instagram
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Flashes is an upcoming app based on Bluesky's AT Protocol, allowing users to share photos and videos. Developed by Sebastian Vogelsang, it will offer a new entry point for those who enjoy browsing Instagram but don't consider themselves "Twitter People." The app will be free at launch, with potential subscription-based services in the future.
I Tried Doom in a PDF and It’s Nostalgia Through Words
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Github user ading2210 released a new PDF that lets you play Doom on any Chromium-browser. You can use your keyboard controls to roam around, shoot, or even select maps and levels. The game uses a six-color ASCII grid and runs on a lengthy response time of 80ms per frame.
Nintendo Switch 2 Full Specs Leak Reveals TFLOPS and Clock Speed
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New Nintendo Switch 2 leak revealed the full specs for the upcoming console including the TFLOPS and clock speed. In a famiboards thread, users shared that the Switch 2 will have 3.09 TFLOPs at docked. It also suggests the Nintendo Switch 2 will be powered by Nvidia T239 Ampere architecture.
Gmail has introduced a new "Insert" option in Gemini-generated replies, allowing users to easily add AI-generated text to their message drafts. This feature, available in the latest version of the Gmail app. It saves time by eliminating the need to copy and paste text.
WhatsApp has introduced new features to enhance user experience. These include selfie stickers, customizable backgrounds and effects for regular photos and videos, quick reactions with double-tap functionality, and sharing of sticker collections. These features are now rolling out for all users.
You Can Now Schedule Tasks and Set Reminders on ChatGPT
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You can now run tasks and set reminders in ChatGPT. You can set the schedule defining when the task is supposed to run. After running the task, you will receive a notification via the ChatGPT app.
Fortnite Leaks Reveal a Kaiju No. 8 Collaboration Might Brew a Monsterverse
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According to multiple leaks, Fortnite is collaborating with Kaiju No. 8 and more information might come soon. The leak surfaced after the v33.20 update was added to Fortnite and two decrypted files were found. If the Kaiju No. 8 joins Fortnite, with Godzilla, and Kong, the game can create its own Monsterverse.
Stuck in a Game? Google’s Circle to Search Could Soon Help with That
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Google is expanding its Circle to Search capability with a new Get Game Help feature. This will allow users to bring up Circle to Search, and use it to reverse image search a screenshot of your current game screen. However, it brings up a lot of questions related to its functionality and how effective it will be in practical use.
Severance Season 3 Officially Confirmed Ahead of Season 2 Release
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Severance Season 2 is coming out on January 17 and even before its release, Ben Stiller has already confirmed that Severance Season 3 is in the works and in this article find out all you need to know about it!