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MangaDex, one of the largest operating manga scanlation site has been striked with a large amount of copyright strikes today by publishers around the world. Discover more about the copystrike and find out will the site continue to be only after the takedowns here.
Arjun Sha
A new report says that AMD is allegedly developing an Arm-based "Sound Lake" APU for an upcoming Microsoft Surface device, set to release in 2026. It's expected that AMD will use Arm's vanilla Cortex CPU cores.
Apple Showing App Store Warnings to Discourage Users from External Payments
Anshuman Jain
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Apple faces backlash in over warning messages on apps not using its payment system, despite recent rulings allowing third-party payments. The warnings, part of Apple’s DMA Compliance Plan since March 2024, discourage users from apps using external purchases. The controversy resurfaces due to Apple’s past practices and ongoing legal battles with Epic Games.
Latest Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Update Adds Descriptive Responses and Live AI
Abubakar Mohammed
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Meta announced in a blog post that users can not customize Meta AI on the Meta Ray-Bans to be more descriptive. For those unaware, a popular use case of the glasses is that it can describe what's in front of you. While it may seem like a standard AI feature, it comes in handy for people with low vision or blindness. More descriptive AI replies could help people navigate through their surrounding much better.
xAI Responds to Grok’s “White Genocide” Posts, Blames Unauthorized Modification
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xAI finally clarifies on the weird behavior of Grok's claim regarding white genocide as "unauthorized access". The team shared an official X post talking about the issue and clarifying the cause of the absurd behavior. The team also talked about their plans to increase transparency by publishing prompts on GitHub and improving code reviews.
Netflix Advertising President Amy Reinhard said that its ad-supported tier will see AI-generated ads starting in 2026. These ads will appear in the middle of shows and when the viewer pauses the video.
Bungie Admits to Using Stolen Art Again, Promises Asset Review for Marathon
Ishan Adhikary
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Bungie is under fire after artist Antireal accused the studio of using her 2017 poster designs in Marathon without credit or payment. She shared comparisons on X, claiming her work was directly lifted, and Bungie has since admitted the issue is under review. The studio says the current art team was unaware and is now conducting a full asset audit to prevent future incidents.
Peacock Premium is offering its ad-supported tier for just $25 for a year as a part of Memorial's Day discount. This is a big discount from the usual $80 price tag and is only available till May 30. You need to enter the code SPRINGSAVINGS to claim the discount at checkout.
Upanishad Sharma
Take-Two's quarterly earnings call is out and highlights a lot of information about GTA 6's delay. Read on to find out.
Shift Up, the Korean studios' debut action-adventure games is finally arriving on PC this June. Ahead of the game's release, the developers have released a complete system requirements chart to let the gamers know what graphical preset they can play on. Thus, find out the minimum and recommended system requirements for Stellar Blade PC game here.
YouTube plans to use Gemini to place ads during emotionally engaging "peak moments" in videos. This new feature is called Peak Points and will be implemented for mid-roll advertisements. The platform is also working on Shoppable CTV, allowing users to buy products directly from ads.
Ajaay Srinivasan
Apple is testing a new feature for its Vision Pro headsets that let you scroll through the screen using just your eyes. The feature will leverage the eye tracking hardware that's already present on the Vision Pro, and it should work across all of Apple's app on visionOS. Apple is also planning to allow third party developers access to this feature, so they can add it to their own apps.
Max is now HBO Max again as Warner Bros. Discovery rebranded the streaming platform. This decision comes as part to better represent their premium catalogue of content that drives subscribers. The change will take place in the coming days of summer and will not effect any current plans or subscriptions.
Microsoft is rolling out an update to Copilot on Windows 11 that will let you interact with Copilot by saying "Hey Copilot". It's first coming to Windows 11 across all Insider channels.
Latest Superman Trailer Shows The Man of Steel Caught in a Political Conflict
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A new trailer for Superman has been released and the trailer looks really good. It has become fairly certain that we will get to see Superman fight against a lot of different villains.
Steam Data Breach Scare: Over 89 Million Accounts Potentially Exposed
Abubakar Mohammed
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According to Underdark AI, over 89 million Steam accounts and the 2FA codes of their Messages, Delivery status, Metadata, and Routing costs have been compromised. The info was spotted first by an X user MellowOnline1. According to the original source, the threat actor put the information up on the dark web and is asking for $5000 in exchange. Valve has confirmed that no steam accounts were compromised.
MCU's Ironheart will be released on Disney+ on June 24, 2025 and finally it has received the first official trailer that sees Riri Williams in all her glory and also allows us to meet Parker Robbins, the main villain of the series.
List of iPhones and iPads That Will Support Fortnite, According to Leaks
Ishan Adhikary
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A new Fortnite leak has now suggested the full list of iPhone and iPad devices that will support the game when Epic Games returns to the iOS App Store. According to the leak, a minimum of 4GB RAM is important to run the iconic battle royale on Apple devices. CEO Tim Sweeney announced that Fortnite will be back on the U.S. iOS App Store within a week but hasn't confirmed when the App Store review will be over.
Samsung Confirms Gemini is Coming Soon to Galaxy Watch and Buds
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Samsung announced in a blog post today that Gemini is soon coming to all Wear OS-powered Galaxy Watches and, surprisingly, the Galaxy Buds3 series. Once Gemini rolls out to both devices in the next few months, users can use Hey Google to ask Gemini to quickly remind them about something or pull information from apps like Gmail or Workspace.
Apple Music’s Sound Therapy Playlists Can Help You Focus, Relax, and Sleep
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Apple Music has partnered with Universal Music Group and Sollos to introduce Sound Therapy. It's a collection of songs from popular artists that blends music with scientifically backed sound waves to help users focus, relax, or sleep. You can find the new Sound Therapy collections within the "New" tab in Apple Music.
Charlie Cox Shares Disappointing Avengers Doomsday Update for Daredevil
Shashank Shakya
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Daredevil Born Again brought the Man Without Fear back to the limelight and while we wait for Born Again's Season 2, Charlie Cox has revealed whether Daredevil will appear in Avengers: Doomsday or not and here's everything to know about it.
Instagram Edits has introduced beat editing and other features, mirroring CapCut's popular tools. The latest update to the video editing app includes preset animations, visual effects, and improved options. The app continues to adopt more features with every update to take on the likes of CapCut given its uncertain future in the U.S.
Google Testing “AI Mode” to Replace “I’m Feeling Lucky” on Search Page
Anshuman Jain
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Google is testing an "AI Mode" on its search page, which may replace the "I'm Feeling Lucky" button. The feature, powered by Gemini 2.0, allows users to ask open-ended questions and receive answers through advanced reasoning. It is still under the early testing phase, but you can try it out via labs.google.com/search/aimode.le
Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2 Release Date Revealed in Exciting New Trailer
Ajith Kumar
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The retired hitman is back to work once again in Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2. If you have been waiting to find out the exact release date of the second cour, Netflix has shared an official trailer today, revealing that Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2 will premiere on July 14, 2025.
Nothing CEO Carl Pei confirmed the Nothing Phone 3 will be priced around £800 (~$1,064) during Android Show: I/O Edition. It will be the company's first true flagship phone featuring: premium materials, major performance upgrades, and software that really levels things up. This is a significant jump in pricing that hasn't been seen from the company before.
Android 16 will officially start rolling out sometime in June. This was confirmed by Google's Director of Product Management for Pixel and Android system UI, Allen Huang. The update will not bring Material 3 Expressive, as they are scheduled to arrive later this year.
Krysten Ritter Will Return As Jessica Jones In Daredevil: Born Again Season 2
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Krysten Ritter confirmed her debut in the MCU with Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 at Disney’s UpFront presentation on May 13, 2025. This announcement has raised every Marvel fan's expectation for the future of Born Again within the MCU.
Marvel’s Wonder Man TV Series Releases In December; New Details Revealed
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A brand new hero from the Marvel Universe is set to hit our screens this December. Marvel Studios has revealed new details about the upcoming Wonder Man TV show at Disney Upfront 2025, confirming its episode count and the estimated runtime of each episode.
Android 16’s Factory Reset Protection Could Put Thieves Out of Business
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A new report suggests improvements are coming to the existing Factory Reset Protection with Android 16. Unlike the current implementation which bad actors figured out a way to bypass (although the phone would still be unusable), Google is tightening FRP further.
Android 16’s Advanced Protection is a One-Stop Solution for All Your Worries
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Android 16 introduces Advanced Protection, a single toggle to activate all security measures. This includes new features like intrusion logging and existing ones such as theft detection and offline device lock. The feature ensures maximum security without the need to manually enable multiple settings.
Google has unveiled in The Android Show that Gemini will soon be taking the gearstick from Google Assistant in cars, in both Android Auto and cars with Google built-in. Users can bring up Gemini with the same Hey Google prompt to ask questions, help you navigate to different locations, or find the best cafés around you. Google's also bringing Gemini Live to cars, where you can have a Live conversation and get answers to questions without any distractions.
Google's Gemini AI is expanding to WearOS, Android Auto, Google TV, and Android XR. The smart AI chatbot will replace Google Assistant on all these devices as the default voice model, enhancing voice interactions across devices. It will make daily tasks more convenient and users will be able to interact with it using natural language commands.
Meet Find Hub, Google’s Revamped Tracking App with New Features
Abubakar Mohammed
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Google is renaming Find My Device to Find Hub and is adding brand-new features to the same. The features include support for UWB tags like the Moto tag, Satellite Connectivity integration, and the ability to help you stay connected with Friends and Family.
Google officially unveiled Material 3 Expressive at the Android Show I/O ahead of the official Google I/O. Coming with Android 16, it features emotional design, smoother interactions, dynamic colors, and springy animations. It is also coming to Pixel watches with the WearOS 6 update, bringing the same design improvements better suited for smartwatches.
Spotify's AI DJ now accepts song requests, allowing users to update their playlists based on current moods or events. To use this feature, you need to press and hold the DJ button while listening to a DJ playlist. It is available in over 60 regions for Spotify Premium users. It's rolling out gradually, so make sure your app is up to date.
The Emmy award-winning dramedy show, The Bear, is one of most anticipated TV shows returning this year. After the cliffhanger ending, fans have been waiting to learn more about the status of Carmy's new restaurant, The Bear in season 4. FX has finally unveiled a release date for The Bear Season 4 today.
Helldivers 2 Galactic Emergency Update Adds New Enemy Types, Loadout Customizations, and More
Ishan Adhikary
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The Helldivers 2 Galactic Emergency update brings a massive wave of new content, headlined by the Illuminate faction. New enemies like the Stingray, Crescent Overseer, and Fleshmob escalate the battlefield threat. Players can now fully customize and upgrade their primary weapons, unlocking attachments and visuals through progression. Alongside a new Warbond launching May 15, the Superstore has also been expanded permanently, giving Helldivers full access to all previously released gear.
Anmol Sachdeva
Apple has released iOS 18.5 alongside macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11.5 and more. Here is everything new in iOS 18.5.
Microsoft is finally rolling out an AI agent in Windows Settings, and it's first coming to Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. The AI agent can address PC issues with a single click.
Skirk Element and Weapon Type Revealed in Genshin Impact 5.7 Drip Marketing
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Skirk is the teacher of Childe and first appeared during the All Devouring Narwhal fight in the Fontaine archon quest. Her Drip marketing reveals that Skirk is a 5-star Cryo character with the Sword weapon type. She will be released in Genshin Impact 5.7, expected to arrive on June 18, 2025.
Stellar Blade PC Release Leaks After Accidental PlayStation Trailer Drop
Ajith Kumar
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PC gamers have been monitoring closely about the release of Stellar Blade on PC for a year now. A PC port for the game has been officially announced by Shift UP studio last year and today PlayStation has spilled the beans about the release date of the PC edition by accidentally revealing an trailer early. Discover everything we know about the Stellar Blade's PC release including release date here.