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Nintendo Switch 2 Will Come with GameChat for Discord-like Communication
Bipradeep Biswas
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Nintendo Switch 2 Direct has announced new features for the latest console along with the GameChat feature that allows you to communicate with others. So, dep dive into this article to know all about that's new.
After months of speculation and leaks, Nintendo has officially revealed the Switch 2 in January. Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on June 5, 2025 with plenty of new gen games available from day one of launch.
Windows' infamous BSOD will keep its name, but the 'B' now stands for Black instead of Blue. While the current crash screen background appears Green in Insider builds, Microsoft is expected to ship the stable 24H2 version with BSOD (Black Screen of Death). The new text that appears on BSOD is now “Your device ran into a problem and needs to restart,” alongside a code for users to figure out why they encountered it in the first place.
Qualcomm has finally unveiled the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. It doesn't feature the Oryon CPU cores, instead, you get eight Kryo CPU cores. However, on the graphics side, the Adreno 825 GPU is plenty powerful with support for HW-accelerated Ray Tracing and Global Illumination.
The Last of Us Season 2 Channels ‘Empire Strikes Back’ Style, Says Showrunner
Aparna Ukil
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The Last of Us creator recently gave a Star Wars reference for Season 2 of the HBO series. He said that the second season will channel "Empire Strikes Back." Here's what he means by that.
Microsoft’s Smaller Surface Pro and Surface Laptop Spotted on Geekbench
Arjun Sha
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Microsoft may launch two smaller Surface PCs, namely Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, featuring a 12-inch screen. The compact Surface devices have been spotted on Geekbench, running on the lower-end Snapdragon X processor.
Windows 11 Gets Quick Machine Recovery to Fix Boot Failures via the Internet
Arjun Sha
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In the future, you will be able to fix boot failures on Windows 11 by connecting to the internet and attempting recovery from the WinRE environment. The new Quick Machine Recovery option analyzes the issue and attempts to fix it automatically. It's currently rolling out to Windows 11 Insiders in the Beta channel.
Google is Bringing Chrome Extensions to Android, But Not As You’d Want Them
Abubakar Mohammed
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Chrome's Desktop Android builds have been spotted many times before. According to Mishaal Rahman, these Chrome Android Desktop builds were available for download before but couldn't run extensions. However, a recent code change makes it possible to install and use extensions on these desktop builds. After installing the Chrome Desktop builds, Mishaal reports extensions like Dark Reader, Keepa, and uBlock Origin worked flawlessly. However, there were some extensions that were unusable.
You Can Soon Earn In-Game Rewards for Watching Video Ads on Roblox
Bipradeep Biswas
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Roblox has partnered with Google to expand on its Immersive Ads feature. Now they are bringing Rewarded Ads that lets the player opt for a 30 second video advertisement and in return the player gets rewarded with in-game gifts like accessories and other exclusive items. So, check this news to know more about this feature.
Motorola Edge 60 Fusion Launched with MediaTek Dimensity 7400 and a Big Battery
Anshuman Jain
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Motorola has launched the Edge 60 Fusion, featuring a slim design, a textured Canvas finish, and a big 5,200mAh or 5,500mAh battery. It boasts a 6.67-inch LTPO OLED display, Gorilla Glass 7i protection, and IP68/IP69 ratings. Powered by a Dimensity 7300/7400 chipset with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage, it starts at £299.99 in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
John Wick Prequel Anime Film Gets Interesting Update at CinemaCon 2025
Aparna Ukil
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Lionsgate had a lot of surprises for fans at CinemaCon, including the official confirmation on John Wick animated film. The network has confirmed that Keanu Reeves will return to play the legendary character in the anime format.
Ajith Kumar
CinemaCon 2025 event is well underway and new information for the Karate Kid: Legends movie was unveiled during the Sony presentation today. Find out the latest details including the new trailer of Karate Kid: Legends here.
Superman’s Extended Preview Will Be Shown In Theaters With A Minecraft Movie
Shashank Shakya
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DCU is ushering into a new era with the release of Superman and after the trailer, an extended 5 minute preview of the upcoming movie has been released in theaters, paired with a certain video-game adaptation movie and in this article, find out everything you need to know about it!
In a blog post that the Redmond giant posted today, the firm notes that it's rolling out more features to AMD Ryzen AI 300 and Intel Core Ultra 200V that were previously exclusive to Snapdragon X Elite Copilot+ PCs. The features that are rolling out include Live Captions, Cocreator, Restyle Image, and Image Creator. Similarly, features related to new Voice Access capabilities on Snapdragon X-powered laptops will also roll out later this year.
GTA 6 ‘Throwback Edition’ Will Bring It to Xbox 360: Insider Gaming Reports
Ishan Adhikary
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Insider Gaming has reported that GTA 6 will be released on the Xbox 360 as part of the 'Throwback Edition.' While the GTA 6 trailer has already confirmed that the game will be released on the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, the April Fools' Day joke seemed quite exciting, given the hype surrounding Rockstar's upcoming game.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Release Date Revealed; Launching Sooner Than Expected!
Abubakar Mohammed
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A Dutch website Nieuwe Mobiel's sources suggest the Galaxy S25 Edge could release on April 15, 2025. Considering previous leaks also suggested April as the release month, this might be true. Besides the release date, the website also claims that the phone will be available in three colors and two memory options. The SKU numbers of the variants have also been revealed.
Ifa is a saurian doctor in Genshin Impact and he has been confirmed to be playable in Genshin Impact 5.6 with his latest Drip Marketing announcement. He is going to be a 4-star Anemo character with the Catalyst weapon type and is expected to release around May 9, 2025.
iOS 18.4 Now Available With 7 New Emojis and New Apple Intelligence Features
Anmol Sachdeva
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Apple has rolled out iOS 18.4 with features. If you are excited, here are all new emojis in iOS 18.4 that you can use now on your iPhone.
The Venom twerk emote adds a fun twist to the dark Vanguard character in Marvel Rivals. To get the Venom Symbiote Boogie emote for free, you must collect all 24 rewards in Galacta's Cosmic Adventure event. Collecting the rewards requires you to roll the dice that you can obtain from completing missions.
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse Release Date Revealed With New Images
Shashank Shakya
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Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is one of the most anticipated movies and we finally have a release date for the upcoming project. In this article, find out everything you should know.
Rick and Morty Season 8 Release Date Revealed Along with First Teaser
Aparna Ukil
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During a live broadcast of a special episode of Rick and Morty, Adult Swim confirmed that the much-awaited Season 8 of the adult comedy series will premiere in May 2025.
For a long time, fans have been asking about whether Cillian Murphy is reprising his role in the upcoming threequel movie, 28 Years Later. Danny Boyle, the director of 28 Years Later, has put an end to the doubts by confirming his return at the CinemaCon 2025 event today. Find out more details about Cillian Murphy's return here.
After the announcement of Avengers Doomsday's incredible cast, Sony has now announced the title of Spider-Man 4 and in this article, find out everything you need to know!
Microsoft has again closed a popular loophole that allowed users to bypass the online account requirement during the Windows 11 setup process. You can no longer use the "bypassnro" command, but there is still a nifty workaround. Read on to find out more.
Solo Leveling Season 2 is easily the best anime of the Spring 2025 season, but it is sadly coming to an end later this week. So, if you are eager to watch the finale of Solo Leveling Season 2, it is confirmed to be released on March 29, 2025, at 10:30 AM PDT (or 1:30 PM ET).
HSR Confirms It Will Buff Old Characters in Response to Powercreep Complaints
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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Honkai Star Rail developers have finally announced that they are planning to buff Silver Wolf, Kafka, Blade, and Jingliu in Honkai Star Rail 3.4. This announcements comes at a delicate time when players in the community have been upset over the power-creeping of their old favorite characters.
The highly anticipated Fisch Cursed Seas update, featuring the colossal Cthulhu boss and marking the game's largest update to date, is scheduled for release on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 8:00 AM PT. According to official trailer, it will introduce significant additions, including an increased level cap, new fishing rods, expanded questlines, and a different new world map.
Honkai Star Rail is Giving Away Free Pulls for Its Two-Year Anniversary
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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Honkai Star Rail 3.2 will give away exciting second anniversary rewards, which includes 30 gacha pulls and a new limited time anniversary event. The 3.2 livestream also revealed that another 5-star limited character will be given away for free later this year.
iPhone Users May Soon Be Able to Set WhatsApp as Default Phone and Messaging App
Anshuman Jain
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WhatsApp is working on allowing users to set the app as the default Phone and Messages app on iPhones. It is currently available to limited WhatsApp Beta users and should be available for everyone in the coming months, offering a seamless calling and texting experience.
Instagram is rolling out a feature to fast forward reels at 2x speed, similar to TikTok. To use it, you need to long press the left or right side of your display. This feature was previously available but then removed later on. Now it is finally here after much-requested due to the increased reel duration to 3 minutes.
YouTube’s Latest Feature Lets You Share Ad-Free Videos with Friends
Anshuman Jain
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YouTube is testing a new feature to let Premium users share ad-free video links with friends. You will be able to send up to 10 ad free videos in a month, and it works with most video content on the site. The feature is available with limited Premium users in certain regions only as of now.
Facebook Revisits Its Roots with a New “Friends” Tab to Revive Your Feed
Anshuman Jain
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Facebook is going back to its roots by introducing a "Friends" tab, which will display only content from friends in the feed. This feature will remove distractions and suggested posts, bringing back the original Facebook experience. The change is part of a larger effort to restore the platform's charm, but its effectiveness remains to be seen.
Honkai Star Rail 3.2 Livestream Date and Time (Countdown Timer)
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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If you are excited for the upcoming Honkai Star Rail 3.2 update, then you must tune in for the HSR 3.2 livestream. The livestream will not only reveal details about the update, it would also give away 300 Stellar Jades that will be very useful for the upcoming banners in Honkai Star Rail.
Gemini Icon Spotted on Wear OS, Hints at Upcoming Call Features
Abubakar Mohammed
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I glanced at my Pixel Watch 2 and spotted a little Gemini icon in the Phone app's call screen, on the three-dot button. For those unaware, the three-dot button houses Quick Replies, therefore the Gemini icon could mean the Google Phone app could offer more contextual replies on Wear OS using Gemini. It could be a completely different feature too. But the fact that the icon is on the button that shows quick replies means it's definitely related to Quick Replies.
Nothing’s Essential Space Could Soon Be Locked Behind a Subscription Fee
Anshuman Jain
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An APK teardown of the latest version of the Essential Space suggests the app may introduce paid features. It is unknown what the paid features could include however, a string of code mentions a possible $120 fee, along with new features like Smart Collections and Focused Search.
Google is transitioning Android development entirely to an internal branch. While the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) remains accessible, developers will face challenges in tracking and contributing to progress. This move aims to streamline Android developement processes but may limit transparency.
Avengers Doomsday Enters Production Officially: Marvel Is Announcing Cast Right Now
Anmol Sachdeva
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Marvel Studios has revealed that Avengers Doomsday has entered production officially and the cast has also been announced.
Leaked iOS 19 Images Showing visionOS Like Design Not True: Gurman
Anmol Sachdeva
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Mark Gurman has clarified that leaked iOS 19 images showing a visionOS like design overhaul are not representative of the final design.
Cipher is one of the upcoming characters in Honkai Star Rail and her Drip Marketing has finally been revealed by Hoyoverse. She is going to be a Nihility character of the Quantum damage type and has been leaked to be a Follow-up attack DPS.
We are super excited for HBO's Harry Potter series and we know that you're waiting for the project as well. Well, some cast members are already confirmed to play your favorite characters on screen, and now, we have someone to play Hagrid in the TV show adaptation.
Sabrina Carpenter Gear Appears in Fortnite, Hinting at Festival Appearance
Ishan Adhikary
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According to multiple leaks, Sabrina Carpenter's gear was accidentally added in Fortnite near Canyon Crossing. The gear includes Carpenter's bedazzled microphone and a guitar featuring a lipstick kiss mark from her 'Short n' Sweet' album cover. This hints at a possible Fortnite Festival collaboration for Sabrina Carpenter.
Nothing Phone (3a) Gets New Update with Enhanced Camera and Essential Key Functionality
Abubakar Mohammed
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The new Nothing OS 3.1 update with build number V3.1-250320-2319 is now rolling out with improvements to the Essential Key, Camera/UI, and an improved always-on display. The update size is 96.60 MB and is hitting phones in a staged manner. Nothing claims their new camera improvements bring a more intuitive zoom interaction and the ability to use the Essential key when using the camera.