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You Can No Longer Go Live on Instagram Unless You Have This Many Followers
Anshuman Jain
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Instagram has introduced a new limit of at least 1,000 followers for users to go live on the platform. Users with fewer followers who try to go live will now see a notice informing them of this new change. Instagram seems to be following TikTok's footsteps, which also introduced a similar limit.
Battlefield 6 to Hit 60 FPS on Consoles, with an Extra Boost for PS5 Pro
Aryan Singh
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EA are not messing about when it comes to Battlefield 6's performance on consoles, as the game has been confirmed to deliver to buttery-smooth gameplay across PlayStation and Xbox hardware.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day to Officially Bring Back This MCU Phase 3 Villain
Shashank Shakya
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day is all set to bring back Tom Holland as Spider-Man to the big screen and along with him, comes a massive cavalry of villains. However, among the said villains, an unexpected name is now confirmed who is none other than Mac Gargan AKA The Scorpion.
“Good Job EA” Players Rejoice as FC 26 Career Mode Delivers on Highly-Requested Features
Aryan Singh
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The EA FC 26 Career Mode Deep Dive revealed a slate of new features and mechanics that have left players excited for the latest iteration of the game mode.
New PS6 Leak Hints at 4K 120 FPS Performance and Price Lower Than the PS5 Pro
Aryan Singh
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Despite being years away from an official reveal, leaks from a reputed source have already lifted the lid on the technical specifications of the PS6, and Sony's first handheld since the PS Vita.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Confirmed to Feature the Hulk and a Massive Superhero Showdown
Shashank Shakya
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day was rumored to bring back The Hullk and now, it has been confirmed. Along with this, there are reports of The Hulk, Punisher, and Spider-Man fighting each other. So, here is everything you should know about this update.
Honkai Star Rail 3.5 Livestream Date and Time (Countdown Timer)
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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Honkai Star Rail 3.5 will stream on August 02, 2025 on YouTube and Twitch simultaneously. The special broadcast will reveal information on the upcoming 5-star characters Hysilens and Cerydra. Alongside that, we can expect to see information on the upcoming events, and QoL changes.
Grow a Garden Trading and Cooking Update Release Date and Time (Countdown Timer)
Ishan Adhikary
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Grow a Garden is finally adding trading and cooking in its next major update, launching on August 2, 2025, at 7:00 AM PT. Players can trade items like pets and fruits through a new trading hub and join a limited-time cooking event to earn rare seeds and rewards. Expect new gear, new pets, and a wave of admin events as the update goes live across the globe.
First Spider-Man: Brand New Day Teaser Gives Us a Sneak Peek at Spider-Man’s Suit
Anmol Sachdeva
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Sony has given us a sneak peek at Spider-Man's suit in the first teaser for Spider-Man: Brand New Day scheduled to release in 2026.
Google's most capable Gemini 2.5 Deep Think AI model is finally available for public users. It's a faster version of the AI model that achieved the Gold medal at IMO 2025. It's rolling out to Google AI Ultra subscribers in the Gemini app.
Apple Has Sold More iPhones Than the Population of China and India Combined
Anshuman Jain
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Apple shared that it has shipped its 3 billionth iPhone during its 3rd fiscal quarter earnings call. It took the company only four years to reach its 3rd billion iPhones sold, compared to 5 years for the second billion. When asked whether other devices might replace the iPhone, Tim Cook said that they would be complementary rather than a replacement.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said in an interview that the company is "open" to acquire AI startups. He further mentioned that Apple is significantly growing its efforts in the AI field and looking to accelerate its roadmap. This could come as a response to the company's leading AI talents jumping over to Meta.
Reddit CEO Steve Huffman showed interest in expanding the platform to its own search engine. The website is already rolling out its AI-powered Reddit Answers globally to more regions. Reddit as a search engine can become a reliable source of information if Google ever turns into a diluted AI mess.
A new GTA 6 leak has claimed that the game will feature a 75-hour long story campaign while being split into different chapters.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared his vision for the future of AI-powered glasses during the company's second-quarter earnings call. He believes that AI glasses will be the ideal form factor for AI interaction, and those without them will be at a disadvantage. However, this could be an attempt to save face for its Reality Labs, which has lost billions of dollars since 2020.
Peacemaker Season 2: James Gunn Explains What Is Canon in the New DCU
Shashank Shakya
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In a recently uploaded video, James Gunn has confirmed what is canon to the DCU and what is not. So, without further ado, here is everything you need to know about what Gunn had to say and how it connects to Peacemaker Season 2.
Germ DM has integrated the AT Protocol, which powers Bluesky, to bring end-to-end encrypted messaging to the X-rival app. Users can add a Germ link to their Bluesky profiles allowing others to connect privately through the Germ app. Using Germ's technology, it's possible that Bluesky could integrate end-to-end encryption into its own app in the future.
Everything Coming to Marvel Rivals Season 3.5: Blade, New Team-Ups, Maps and Game Modes
Rishabh Sabarwal
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Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 is finally bringing Blade to the hero roster, alongside two new Hero Team-Ups, a new Throne of Knull map and a Resource Rumble game mode. Read on to find out the full info about the upcoming season.
Death Stranding’s Face Tech Is Now the Strangest Way to Bypass UK Age Restrictions
Ajith Kumar
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Death Stranding was always applauded for its realism especially the characters who looked so life-like in the game. When the UK came up with a new age verification system to access adult websites, gamers have found a workaround using Death Stranding photo mode and you can learn more about the exploit here.
Fortnite Announces Surprise Downtime Ahead of Super Showdown Live Event
Rishabh Sabarwal
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Fortnite has revealed a brief 3 hour downtime will take place on July 31, where Lobbies and Sessions services will be disrupted in-game. Here's the full info on the downtime and what players can expect.
Google’s NotebookLM Can Turn Documents into Narrated Video Slideshows
Anshuman Jain
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Google has upgraded its AI-powered learning tool, NotebookLM, with the addition of Video Overviews and it's available for free. This feature allows users to create visual slideshows featuring images, diagrams, quotes, and data to help understand complex topics. The upgrade also includes a redesigned Studio panel for creating Audio Overviews, Mind Maps, and Reports.
Jujutsu Kaisen Crowned World’s Most Popular Anime for the Second Consecutive Year
Ajith Kumar
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While Jujutsu Kaisen season 3's release is still way off, the anime is continuing to shatter world records once again after becoming the most popular anime in the world in 2023. Keep reading to discover the new Guinness World Record achieved by the JJK anime here.
ChatGPT's new Study Mode is aimed at fostering real learning instead of generating the final answer in one go. It explains the problem step-by-step, guides the student to think deeply about the question, and offers real-life examples to promote genuine learning. ChatGPT Study Mode is now rolling out to all users, and it doesn't require a subscription.
Spotify's Chief Product and Technology Officer, Gustav Söderström, teased upcoming AI advancements in the Spotify app. The interactive AI DJ feature has helped Spotify gather a significant amount of new data, enabling it to correlate phrases with song choices. As a result, Spotify's AI DJ is set to become even more interactive, generating more personalized music recommendations.
Delays have become commonplace in the games industry, and as per a leaker on X, GTA 6 could be hit with yet another delay, pushing its release back even further.
Grow a Garden Corrupted Event Update Release Date and Time (Countdown Timer)
Ishan Adhikary
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The Grow a Garden Corrupted Event Update is set to release on July 26, 2025, at 7:00 AM PT. This update will add new Corrupted Zen Event hub, bringing a new Corrupted Tree and the Kitsune rewards to the mix. Players can complete Corrupted Tree quests or balance the Corrupt and Tranquil mutation to gain exclusive rewards.
You Can Now Design Custom Apple Logo Wallpapers with This New Website
Anshuman Jain
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Apple is offering custom wallpapers to celebrate the launch of its first online store in Saudi Arabia. The wallpapers feature elegant Arabic calligraphy and colorful backgrounds. Users can also mix and match logo and background colors or pick from premade gallery. This feature is available globally, and no VPN is required to access the site itself.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Sequel Titled ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Gets First Look at SDCC 2025
Aparna Ukil
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Avatar: The Last Airbender was a success so it's evident fans are curious to see how things turn out for the sequel, announced in early 2024. During the SDCC 2025, Avatar celebrated its 20th anniversary by revealing several updates about the project.
Snapchat’s New Feature Now Notifies Your Loved Ones When You Get Home
Anshuman Jain
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Snapchat is introducing Home Safe, a new feature which alerts your loved ones when you reach home. To use it, go to the person's chat you want to set the alert with > tap the location icon > open the Home Safe option. The Home Safe feature is rolling out globally to all users and does not require a Snapchat+ subscription.
Apple has dropped the first public beta for iOS 26, making the update available to more users. The update features the new Liquid Glass design language, along with several new tweaks and improvements. If you want to join the public beta then sign up at beta.apple.com and install the new build.
After months of anticipation, Battlefield 6 has been official revealed. The upcoming title's action-packed reveal trailer also confirmed a multiplayer reveal event scheduled to air on July 31.
‘Lilo & Stitch 2’ Welcomes Back Original Co-Creator Chris Sanders for Script
Aparna Ukil
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Chris Sanders co-created the animated version of Lilo & Stitch. He also lent his voice to the blue alien Stitch and now, it's time for him to pen down a fresh story for Lilo & Stitch sequel.
Your Favorite Honkai Star Rail Character Might Get a HUGE Buff Soon
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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Hoyoverse is planning to buff Firefly sometime in the first half of next year. Firefly is the only remaining Stellaron Hunter who didn't receive a buff in Honkai Star Rail 3.4. Buffing Firefly may also mean a universal buff to Break teams in Honkai Star Rail.
YouTube Shorts is getting a new image-to-video tool powered by Google's Veo 2 video generation model. There are also some new generative AI effects that can turn your doodles and selfies into fun videos. These new additions are rolling out for free in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand starting next week.
Chris Hemsworth’s Thor to Play the Second Lead in Avengers Doomsday: Report
Shashank Shakya
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Avengers Doomsday is one of the most anticipated movies to come from Marvel and according to new reports, Chris Hemsworth's Thor will be seen in somewhat of a leading role in the movie.
Wednesday Season 3 Officially Renewed at Netflix; Spin-off Currently in Works
Aparna Ukil
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Wednesday Season 1 became one of the most watched Netflix shows in 2022. Now that the new season of the critically acclaimed television series is nearing towards its release, Netflix has renewed it for a Season 3 along with a spin-off.
Latest Marvel Rivals Update Finally Brings New Team-up Purely for Mcu Fans
Rishabh Sabarwal
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Marvel Rivals is adding a new team-up called First Steps between The Thing and Human Torch in this week's update and it features a sweet nod to the upcoming MCU film.
Fortnite is Turning Back the Clock on This Iconic Mechanic in Next Season
Rishabh Sabarwal
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Fortnite is bringing back Mud Sliding mechanics in Chapter 6 Season 4 where mud will be added to a jungle biome. Read on more on the upcoming season.
AppleCare One Just Launched to Protect All Your Devices with One Plan
Anshuman Jain
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Apple is introducing a new AppleCare One subscription plan for $19.99/ month. This covers three devices under one plan. Customers will need to pay $5.99/ month for each additional device. It also allows customers to cover their existing devices that are up to 4 years old and in good condition.
New Windows 11 AI Features are Rolling Out, But Mostly for Copilot+ PCs
Arjun Sha
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Following months of testing in Insider channels, Microsoft is finally rolling out new AI features on Windows 11 in the stable channel. You get Copilot Vision, an AI agent in Windows Settings, improved Click to Do functionality, AI features in the Paint app, and more. While most of the features are reserved for Copilot+ PCs, you can access Copilot Vision on all Windows 11 PCs.
The latest iOS 26 developer beta 4 contains a line that uses the word "show" in reference to HomePods. This is an interesting discovery given that none of the current HomePods feature a display to show anything. It could likely suggest that the next version of the HomePod may feature a display to show you weather, time and other updates.
Instagram Threads Is Ready to Give Creators the Insights They Need to Grow
Anshuman Jain
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Threads is getting a detailed analytics dashboard and deeper insights for posts shared on the platform. The app will now show engagement metrics by likes, replies, quotes, and reposts along with follower growth. Users can also look at charts to track their post performance and view details of how their post performed outside of the app.