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Apple Fixes the Biggest Issue with Liquid Glass Design in iOS 26 Beta 2
Anshuman Jain
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Apple is rolling out the iOS 26 Beta 2 update for all devices enrolled in the Developer Beta program. The update finally fixes the lack of background blur effect when pulling down the Control Center. It also brings new Accessibility options, a new Radio widget, order tracking in Apple Wallet, and more.
Microsoft Brings Steam Games to Xbox PC App for a Unified Gaming Library
Anshuman Jain
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Microsoft is testing out a new version of the Xbox app featuring a combined library of games, even those from different storefronts. You will be able to see games that you have downloaded from Steam and Battle.net in the Xbox app. You can try this out yourself by installing Xbox Insider Hub on your Windows PC.
Genshin Impact 5.8 Drip Marketing Reveals Ineffa’s Element and Weapon
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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The Genshin Impact 5.8 drip marketing has been released by Hoyoverse and it reveals Ineffa's as a electro character with the polearm weapon type. As per her drip marketing, Ineffa is a robot who has been reactivated to act as a companion. Ineffa is expected to release around July 30, during the first phase of Genshin Impact 5.8 banners.
OpenAI Confirms Jony Ive Partnership Intact Amid ‘io’ Trademark Dispute
Arjun Sha
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OpenAI has removed all promotional materials related to the "io" branding across all its official channels following a court injunction. Jony Ive's io firm was merged with OpenAI last month to create an AI-first hardware device. Despite the legal hurdle, the deal is still on.
A software engineer has created an app that blocks ads in real life using Snapchat Spectacles and Google's Gemini. The app, based on an open-source sample, detects ads in the surroundings and displays a red rectangle with a block sign over them. It's still in early development, but the possibility of a universal ad blocker is exciting.
The Punisher Confirmed to Appear in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Will Daredevil Follow?
Shashank Shakya
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The Punisher has been confirmed as a cast member of Spider-Man: Brand New Day and here, find out everything about this update.
Deezer, the popular music streaming service, is introducing a system to tag AI music. The platform will tag AI tracks and show a banner warning users that they are listening to AI-generated content. This measure is to help Deezer listeners differentiate between AI and human created music.
Snapchat has acquired the social calendar app called Saturn. Saturn is popular among students to help them share their schedules and activities with classmates. The Snap company is planning to integrate some of Saturn's features into Snapchat.
Apple Might Be Looking to Buy Perplexity to Upgrade Apple Intelligence
Anshuman Jain
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Apple might be in early talks to acquire the AI startup Perplexity. The acquisition would help bring in AI talent, which could help improve Apple's Intelligence. Other tech giants like Meta are also considering making an offer to acquire Perplexity.
A New Superman Clip Has Been Released, Revealing His Greatest Strength
Shashank Shakya
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Superman is set to release in theaters soon and after two trailer, a new clip has made its way to us and here's everything you should know about it.
Grow a Garden Summer Update Release Date and Time (Countdown Timer)
Ishan Adhikary
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The Grow a Garden Summer Update is set to release on June 21, 2025, at 7:00 AM PT, bringing one of the biggest content drops the game has seen. This major update will overhaul the Seed and Pet Shop, giving both systems a fresh summer look. Based on recent sneaks and leaks, players can also expect new events, seed packs, gear, and weather events.
James Gunn Has a DCU Project So Unique He’s Afraid Others Could Copy It
Shashank Shakya
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James Gunn has revealed that there is a secret DCU project lines up that is so unique that he has kept it tightly under wraps so that no one can rip off the idea and here's everything to know about the update.
The Famous Chun-Li Skin Returns to Fortnite Finally Quenching Player Thirst
Ishan Adhikary
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After over 1,054 days, the Chun-Li skin is finally back in Fortnite, and she’s bringing the entire Street Fighter crew with her. Players can now grab fan-favorite skins like Ryu, Cammy, Guile, Blanka, and Sakura through special bundles, each priced at 2,200 V-Bucks. You can get the individual Chun-Li skin for 1,600 V-Bucks from the Fortnite item shop.
Chrollo's new game, Mugen, is set to release on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM PT. This anime-inspired battlegrounds experience lets players choose from a wide range of abilities and styles, making every fight feel unique. Once the game goes live, you can also grab some early free rewards by redeeming the latest Mugen codes.
Bandai Namco Announces Little Nightmares Showcase Event for Next Week
Aryan Singh
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After almost two years since its initial reveal trailer, Little Nightmares 3 is all set to get a dedicated showcase event. The livestream will air on June 24, and should provided details on its release date.
Netflix Announces Karen Read’s Documentary: Here’s Everything You Should Know
Aparna Ukil
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Netflix has today announced a yet-to-be-titled documentary that will be based on Karen Read's second trial, which just concluded.
Amid growing tensions, Microsoft may walk away from negotiations with OpenAI if the ChatGPT maker doesn't agree to a larger stake, according to the Financial Times. Previously, the WSJ reported that OpenAI considered accusing Microsoft of anticompetitive behavior.
Midjourney has come up with its AI video generation model called V1. It can generate videos from still images, up to 5 seconds in length.
Events of Fantastic Four First Steps Will Lead Directly to Avengers Doomsday, Confirms Kevin Feige
Shashank Shakya
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In a recent update, Kevin Feige confirmed that the events in Fantastic Four First Steps, will lead us directly to Avengers Doomsday and here's everything you should know about it.
Death Stranding fans can rejoice as yet another Death Stranding animated movie project has been announced earlier today. Discover all the latest details we know about the animated feature set in the Death Stranding universe here.
Aaron Pierre Is Reportedly Being Considered To Be The Next James Bond
Aparna Ukil
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Aaron Pierre is a fresh face in the industry, who recently made headlines after his incredible portrayal of Mufasa in Mufasa: The Lion King. Now, the actor is back in the news after a latest report emerged that the actor is one of the names being considered for the next James Bond.
Multiple known leakers have revealed that Fortnite Squid Games skins won’t be limited to Creative Mode but will also be sold in the Item Shop. Sources have confirmed the full list of upcoming Squid Game skins, including outfits like 'Games Manager' and 'Guard Soldier.' The Fortnite x Squid Game event will launch on June 27, coinciding with the final season of the Netflix show and will feature new skins, quests, and UEFN features for creators.
Jason Momoa’s Son and Ida Brooke Have Been Cast as Atreides Twins in Dune Messiah
Shashank Shakya
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Dune Messiah is set to release next year and a new cast reveal tells us that Nakoa-Wolf Momoa and Ida Brooke will be appearing in the movie as Paul and Chani's children.
New 28 Years Later Details Reveal How Rage Virus Did Not Spread Worldwide
Shashank Shakya
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A new reveal as told us how the Rage Virus stayed confined within the British Mainland and did not spread in worldwide even after 28 years and here's all you should know about it.
James Gunn has finally cast Tom Rhys Harries to play Clayface in the DCU and here's everything you should know about this reveal
Instagram is testing a repost option that will let you reshare others' content. The feature will show up when you long-press on a post, next to the share button. This could help boost the reach of creators, but it can potentially clutter the platform with similar content as well.
Solo Leveling Is the Most-Watched Anime of All-Time on Crunchyroll: Sony
Ajith Kumar
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Solo Leveling is one of the best anime to come out recently as it faithfully adapted the most iconic manhwa to be ever created. The high-quality anime production by A-1 pictures has won the hearts of the anime fans and Solo Leveling has officially become the most-watched anime on Crunchyroll's history. Find out more details about Solo Leveling's biggest achievement to this day here.
Bungie Delays Marathon Indefinitely, Promises Fall Update Amid Fan Backlash
Ishan Adhikary
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Marathon's release has been officially delayed, with Bungie citing player feedback and internal priorities as the key reasons. Following backlash from the alpha test and development setbacks, the studio now plans to reveal a new release date later this fall. Bungie says it will use the extra time to improve survival gameplay, polish visuals, and respond to fan requests like proximity chat and solo-friendly features.
Microsoft has confirmed a multi-year partnership with AMD to develop the next-generation Xbox, which includes both home consoles and handheld devices. Xbox president Sarah Bond revealed that the new hardware will support advanced performance, AI features, and full backward compatibility. Most notably, the next-gen Xbox will not be tied to a single store, hinting at Steam and other platform support on console.
Fortnite Festival Reveals Bruno Mars as the Season 9 Featured Icon
Ishan Adhikary
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Bruno Mars is officially the headlining artist for Fortnite Festival Season 9, launching on June 18, 2025. The update brings new cosmetics, Jam Tracks, and a refreshed main stage with a neon-modern look. Players can unlock Bruno-themed rewards through the World Tour Bundle or Music Pass, plus enjoy game improvements like leaderboard returns and better music shuffle.
Invincible Season 4 Will Have More Viltrumite Stuff Than You’d Want: Robert Kirkman
Anmol Sachdeva
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Robert Kirkman says that Thragg has been cast for Invincible Season 4 and the upcoming season will feature more Viltrumites.
Superman (2025) to Reveal How Lois Lane Does Not Know that Clark Kent Is Superman: Gunn
Shashank Shakya
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In a recent interview, James Gunn confirmed that the Superman movie will answer the age old question of how Clark's glasses are able to mask his identity from everyone.
Popular sunglasses maker Oakley has partnered with Facebook creator Meta to unveil their version of the Meta-Ray Ban smartglasses later this week on June 20, 2025. There are no details on the product right now, so stay tuned for more updates.
Many users are unknowingly sharing their private chats and interactions with the Meta AI chatbot on the public Discover feed. Meta has now added a warning message and an extra step to prevent accidental sharing.
Tinder has announced a new Double Date feature on the app, which is rolling out in the US. It lets you invite three of your friends and browse for another pair of friends to find a match. The feature was in testing in parts of Latin America and Europe, and will roll out globally sometime in July.
Honkai Star Rail 3.5 Drip Marketing Reveals Hysilens Path and Element
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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HSR 3.5 drip marketing reveals Hysilens to be a physical damage type character of the Nihility path. Hysilens is said to be the Knight Commander of the Holy City and her drip marketing mentions her interaction with the trailblazer. Previously, she was revealed to be dead in the Amphoreus storyline, so it is likely that the events of version 3.5 will take place in the past or inside a memory.
Microsoft Accidentally Replaces Windows 11 Startup Sound with Vista
Anshuman Jain
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Microsoft's latest Windows 11 preview build "accidentally" replaced the boot sound with the Windows Vista chime. The company acknowledged the issue, stating it was a "delightful blast from the past." The change was later confirmed to be a bug, and Microsoft is working on a fix it to restore the original sound.
Fortnite Announces Blitz Royale: A Fast-Paced Mobile First Rogue-Like
Ishan Adhikary
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Fortnite Blitz Royale announced through the official Fortnite X account will bring a new "Made for Mobile" game mode on June 18, 2025. This fast-paced rogue-like mode offers five-minute matches with cross-play across mobile, PC, and consoles. The mode is built to attract mobile players while also drawing interest from Fortnite’s wider player base.
New Trailer for My Hero Academia Final Season Teases the Deku vs Shigaraki Fight
Ajith Kumar
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My Hero Academia is one of the modern shonen series that ended last year along with Jujutsu Kaisen. With the manga concluded, Studio Bones is covering the final chapters of the manga in season 8 which will be the last season for My Hero Academia anime. A new trailer for MHA final season has been release today and you can discover more about season 8 here.
Google is bringing Audio Overviews to the search page. You can search for a topic, and Google offers a short, AI-generated audio clip that explains the topic for you. You can enable the feature from Google Labs.
Transforrmers One was easily one of the best movies from the franchise and while most fans would agree with it, Paramount does not and it looks like we are not getting a sequel for Transformers One anytime soon.
After the Success of Moana 2, Disney Is Now Reportedly Working on Moana 3
Aparna Ukil
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The previous Moana films captivated millions of fans worldwide and now it seems Disney wants to feed the fandom with the unexplored story in Moana 3. Disney hasn't yet confirmed anything but given the popularity of the franchise, the news might arrive soon.