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Valorant’s New Evori Dreamwings Skin Bundle Makes My Heart Explode
Ishan Adhikary
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Riot Games announced a new skin bundle and it is so adorable that it will melt your heart. The Evori Dreamwings bundle comes with 5 different cute companions (Evori, Lunari, Solari, Terrari, and Amari) that will always be by your side. It also has four color variants: Green, Pink, Lavender, or Orange. Get the Evori Dreamwings bundle when it releases on June 27, 2024, with the Episode 9 Act 1.
Apple Rolls Out iOS 18 Developer Beta 2: Here Are All the New Features
Ajaay Srinivasan
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Apple has released the iOS 18 developer beta 2, two weeks after rolling out the beta 1. This release focuses on stability improvements while adding a few new exciting features. These include support for iPhone Mirroring, new SharePlay features, System-Wide Translation, Better Siri on vehicles without CarPlay, Live Photos verification on Wallet app, and more
It has been a wait for all Palworld fans on PlayStation for a long time. Developer Pocketpair has shared a cryptic post on X revealing a possibility of the highly-anticipated Palworld PS5 port. In the post, Palworld community manage Bucky shares some different color hearts depicting the availability of Palworld on each platforms.
OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite Launches in India at Rs 19,999: Check Out Specs
Sagnik Das Gupta
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The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite has gone official with the Snapdragon 695 in India. Other key specs include a 6.67-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a big 5,500mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC charging, a Sony LYT-600 primary sensor with OIS, and more. Price of the device has been set at Rs 19,999 for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant, while the higher 256GB variant costs Rs 21,999.
The day we never thought is almost here. Chapter 424 of the My Hero Academia manga marked the start of the epilogue, and the tale is almost at its conclusion now. The ediorial staff has confirmed that the manga will conclude after five chapters. Thus, on August 5, 2024, the last chapter of MHA will appear in the 36th and 37th issues of Weekly Shonen Jump magazine. Furthermore, Kohei Horikoshi wrote a statement to the fans about the ending of the series.
Long-Standing Rivals Apple and Meta May Turn Partners for iOS 18 AI Features
Kanika Gogia
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According to The Wall Street Journal, Apple is reportedly in talks about integrating Meta's Generative AI model into Apple Intelligence. Besides Meta, Google and AI startups Perplexity and Anthropic have also been in discussions with Apple about integrating their models into Apple Intelligence. If the Apple-Meta alliance is formed, it could glorify Apple's efforts in the AI space. Apple Intelligence is coming later this fall as part of the iOS 18, iPadOS 18 and macOS Sequoia Betas.
Just like other shonen manga like One Piece, JJK, OPM is also suffering from frequent breaks. Chapter 200 was postponed until May 30, 2024 because of the country's Golden Week holidays. Yusuke Murata today announced that One Punch Man will be on hiatus for roughly two months due to various adjustments and preparations. In addition, he announced that the manga will resume on August 22, 2024, and that on July 4, 2024, the much-awaited OPM Volume 31 will be available for purchase.
Jujutsu Kaisen Manga Extends Ongoing Break; Chapter 263 Releases in July
Ajith Kumar
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The Jujutsu Kaisen manga was previously announced to take a two-week hiatus due to Gege Akutami's unexpected illness. Therefore, we anticipated JJK manga to return on June 30 with chapter 263 in Shonen Jump Issue #31. However, it has been confirmed today by the editorial staff that the break will extend by an additional week.
Snapchat’s New Generative AI Features Could Finally Make Lenses Interesting
Sagnik Das Gupta
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Snapchat has officially announced that it will "soon" be introducing GenAI features for its users. For starters, lens will be backed by GenAI and will allow users to turn text prompts into customized lenses on the platform. So, users will be able to change their look, background and a lot more using prompts. Additionally, Snapchat Lens Studio will also receive a new feature which will allow creators to create new AR lenses, use new face effects and take advantage of lens assets generation.
Anthropic has announced a new Claude 3.5 Sonnet model which seems truly impressive. It's 2x faster than the largest Claude 3 Opus model and beats GPT-4o and Gemini 1.5 Pro in various benchmark tests. It's also a powerful vision model and can interpret graphs, diagrams, illustrations, and illegible handwriting perfectly.
A fresh set of Elden Ring patch notes are now live! This update adds support for the upcoming DLC and includes balance changes for co-op, PvP, and combat. Inventory management is improved with a "recent items" tab and item highlights. New hairstyles are also available. Download the patch now on PS5/4, Xbox One/Series X|S, and Steam to prepare for the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
The Realme GT 6 has landed in India as the brand's latest premium mid-ranger with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. Other key specs include a 50MP-driven triple rear camera setup, which also includes a telephoto sensor. In addition, there's a 6.78-inch 120Hz LTPO AMOLED display, a big 5,500mAh battery with 120W fast charging, and more. As for the pricing, Realme GT 6 starts at Rs 40,999 for the base 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant.
OpenAI’s Former Chief Scientist Ilya Sutskever Launches a New AI Company
Arjun Sha
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Ilya Sutskever, the brain behind ChatGPT at OpenAI, left the company last month and now, he has announced a new company called Safe Superintelligence Inc. (SSI). It aims to create a safe superintelligence to ensure safety always remains ahead of capabilities.
Vision Pro 2 Put on Hold; Apple to Prioritize Cheaper Headset: Report
Kanika Gogia
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Due to a huge price tag of $3499, Apple Vision Pro saw weaker than expected sales. According to a new report by The Information, Apple might have suspended development on the Vision Pro 2. Apple plans to work on a cheaper Vision product with fewer features, which is expected to arrive sometime next year. The idea of Apple Vision Pro 2 is suspended and not called off completely, so Apple might resume the development sometime in the future.
If you want to buy a Snapdragon X Elite laptop in India, well, you can now pre-order HP's Copilot+ PCs. HP Omnibook X and HP EliteBook Ultra G1q are now available in India and you can pre-order the devices right away. Both laptops bring the third SKU (X1E-78-100) of the Snapdragon X series lineup.
Google to Take on Apple’s Genmoji with Custom AI Sticker App on Pixel Phones
Ajaay Srinivasan
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Google is bringing generative AI for creating custom emojis and stickers with a new app called Creative Assistant. The app will reportedly integrate with Google's Markup app allowing you to add AI stickers directly into screenshots and images. This new functionality is expected to debut with Pixel 9 later this year.
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Finally Lets You Play as Zelda
Sampad Banerjee
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A brand new Legend of Zelda adventure, Echoes of Wisdom, will launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch on September 26, 2024. The upcoming game puts players in the shoes of Princess Zelda after Link goes missing in an adventure.
Android 15 Beta 3 is here with a bunch of new additions and improvements. The new release indicates Android 15 has reached platform stability. Some of the features include a new contrast options setting, an auto turn on Bluetooth option, changes in the screenshot preview, and more.
The OnePlus Nord CE 4 Lite has been officially scheduled to launch on June 24. It will go official as the toned-down version of the Nord CE 4 and will be powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3. Other expected specifications include a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, a 50MP primary rear camera sensor, and a big 5,500mAh battery with 80W fast charging support. While nothing is known about the pricing of the device, going by OnePlus' pricing strategy, it will probably start at Rs 19,999 in the Indian market.
Experience House of the Dragon Like Never Before with Vision Pro’s Immersive Environment
Kanika Gogia
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House of the Dragon returned with season 2 on June 16, 2024, and there's no better way to watch it than the Apple Vision Pro. The Vision Pro's immersive environment got some worthy upgrades in the latest Max app update, for House of the Dragon Season 2. Now, you can enter the Iron Throne Room with visionOS.
The CMF Phone 1 has been officially confirmed to launch on July 8. The brand sent over a capsule which contained the release date details of its first phone alongside a SIM ejector tool. This SIM ejector tool also doubles as a screwdriver to unscrew the bolt on the back of the Phone 1.
This Popular Character Will Not Reappear in HOTD Season 2, Says Creator
Aparna Ukil
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House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 1 introduced us with some beloved characters and Cregan Stark is one of them. Well. in a recent interview, showrunner Ryan Condal stated that he will not reappear in the further episodes.
The Moto Edge 50 Ultra has gone official with the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 in India. Other specifications include a 50MP primary rear camera sensor alongside a 50MP ultra-wide and 64MP telephoto sensor. There's a 4500mAh battery unit paired with 125W fast charging support. It features a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The device comes in Nordic Wood, Peach Fuzz and Forest Grey color variants and is priced at Rs 59,999 for the sole 12GB/512GB variant.
Google Gemini App Arrives in India with Support for 9 Regional Languages
Arjun Sha
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Google has finally launched the Gemini app in India. It brings support for 9 Indian languages. Apart from that, Indian users can also access Gemini Advanced features such as file uploads and data analysis. In addition, you can chat with Gemini in the Google Messages app as well.
According to a new rumor, Samsung may use Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 for all models, due to potential yield issues with their Exynos 2500 chipset. The new Snapdragon processor is expected to be more expensive, potentially leading to a price increase for the S25 series.
Saber Interactive has announced a brand-new first-person adventure horror game called A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead. This is an original story, set in the movie universe, and will launch in 2024 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
After Thinner iPads, Apple Watch Series 10 Poised to Get Thinner Design
Kanika Gogia
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According to Apple Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, this year's Apple Watch Series 10 could get a serious overhaul with a larger display and a thinner design. The 2024 Apple Watch might come in 45mm and 49mm size options, and a thinner design. Now, that's a pretty dramatic jump, and it would align the larger 49mm model of the Apple Watch Series 10 with the Apple Watch Ultra screen size. The Apple Watch Ultra would remain "roughly the same" this year. However, Apple may offer a new dark/black case color option for the first time.
Elden Ring’s Creator Just Might Consider Seamless Co-Op for Future Games
Sampad Banerjee
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In a recent conversation with PC Gamer, Hidetaka Miyazaki, president of FromSoftware, acknowledged the popularity of the seamless co-op mod in Elden Ring. He claims that he and the developers don't oppose the mod and want to explore a similar approach for their future games.
In a latest leak, the modders who are creating the Spider-Man 2 PC port from the PS5 dev build, shared some Marvel's Spider-Man 3 leaked images online. The screenshots showcases Cindy Moon aka Silk swinging in Central Park. According to the leakers, this leak is a part of the December data breach that happened at Insomniac Games.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE Renders Emerge: Familiar Design, Thinner Bezels
Anshuman Jain
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Samsung's next Fan Edition phone has been leaked featuring the same design language that is used with the S24, and the older S series smartphones. However, the phone will have narrower bezels compared to last year's S23 FE smartphones. It is suspected to have a 6.65-inch AMOLED display and will be powered by Exynos 2400 or Snapdragon 8 Gen 3.
Nothing OS 3.0 Teased by Carl Pei with New Lock Screen Customizations
Abubakar Mohammed
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Nothing's founder Carl Pei has revealed a big upcoming feature coming to the Nothing OS 3.0 update coming later this year. According to the slides, Nothing OS 3.0 will bring bring cleaner, in-depth, and more lock screen styles and customizations. Besides, the widgets could get nicer animations, will be more interactive, and look more lively.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 Release Date Finally Revealed
Sagnik Das Gupta
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The second Galaxy Unpacked event of this year has been officially scheduled for July 30. During the event, we will see the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 go official. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 will understandably steal the spotlight. It is touted to arrive with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 along with up to 12GB RAM and 1TB of storage. Other expected key specs include the same 4,400mAh battery and similar camera specs as on its predecessor. However, the Z Fold 6 is expected to be lighter. As for the price, the premium foldable is expected to start at $1899.99 for the 12GB/256GB variant.
Galaxy Watch FE Unveiled as Samsung’s New Budget-Friendly Smartwatch
Abubakar Mohammed
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Samsung has announced the Galaxy Watch FE, a budget Wear OS smartwatch, and it looks like the Galaxy Watch4. It features a 1.2-inch Super AMOLED display, 1.5GB RAM and 16GB storage capacity, 247 mAh battery. The Watch FE will run One UI 5 Watch out of the box and has a IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.
Oshi no Ko manga's Chapter 152 was released earlier today, which marked the conclusion of the penultimate arc titled "The End of the Play." The manga series is now set to go on a break this week following chapter 152. Right after the break, Oshi no Ko will begin with Chapter 153 which marks the beginning of the final arc, Towards the Stars and Dreams, in the series. Furthermore, the release date of chapter 153 is set for June 27, 2024.
WhatsApp has announced enhancements to its audio and video calling features. These include screen sharing with audio, support for up to 32 users in group video calls, identification of active speakers, and an MLow codec for clearer voice calls even with poor network connections. High-quality video calls for users with good connections are also part of the updates. These improvements will roll out in the coming weeks.
PlayStation announced a new way to use Discord voice chat directly from PS5 consoles. The feature will be available on the Game Base tab on your console and will no longer require additional devices. Update will rollout in different regions over the time starting with Japan/Asia, followed by Europe, Australia/New Zealand, and the Middle East, and finally the Americas.
iOS 18 Can Still Display Time When iPhone Is Completely Out of Battery
Ajaay Srinivasan
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With iOS 18, your iPhone will still show the time even with a dead battery. This is all thanks to an improvement made to the existing Power Reserve mode, which has been responsible for allowing Find My tracking and NFC unlocking on iPhones.
X Ditches Likes Tab for All: You Can Now Like Posts Without Judgment
Anshuman Jain
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X (Formerly Twitter), has made likes private for all users, previously a premium feature. This change, intended to promote freedom from scrutiny and being judged on the platform for the content that you have liked or interested in. It has received mixed reactions. While some users appreciate the increased privacy, others believe it reduces transparency and accountability.
Dave Burke posted on X that he has stepped down as the Vice President of Android Engineering and is shifting into an advisory position. This comes after Google announced that ChromeOS will use the same kernel stack as Android, and the Products and Platform teams merger announced by Sundar Pichai.
The Xiaomi 14 Civi has gone official in India with the 4nm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC. Other key specs include a 6.55-inch 1.5K Curved AMOLED display with a 3000 nits brightness and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection on top. In addition, there's a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP Leica primary sensor at the helm. At the front, there are two selfie shooters as well. You also get a 4,700mAh battery unit along with 67W fast charging support. The phone starts at Rs 42,999 for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant.
Arcane Season 2 first teaser trailer has been released by Riot Games and Netflix. According to Co-creator Christian Linke, this will be the season finale for Arcane. However, this is also the beginning for more stories from the Legends of Runeterra. Arcane Season 2 arrives on Netflix this November with Hailee Steinfeld (Vi) and Ella Purnell (Jinx) returning in their famous roles.
Rebel Moon – The Director’s Cut Release Date Announced by Netflix
Shashank Shakya
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In a recent update, the release date for Rebel Moon - The Director's Cut has been announced by Netflix along with three images from the movie on Twitter. As of now, much information is not available about the upcoming movie but all we can do is hope that this movie finally saves Zack Snyder's reputation.