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DMA Shatters Apple’s Closed Ecosystem: Uninstalling Safari on iPhone Now Possible
Kanika Gogia
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According to the new compliance document, Apple is preparing to allow iPhone users in the EU to uninstall the Safari browser by the end of 2024. In addition, it is developing more “user-friendly ways" of transferring data from an iPhone to a non-Apple device, which will be available by fall 2025. Furthermore, developers in the EU are allowed to submit requests for additional interoperability for their apps. All these changes apply only to the EU, and no other country or region.
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts has unveiled the nominations for the 20th BAFTA Game Awards for 2024. It includes nominations across eighteen different categories, and contains heavy hitters like Spider-Man 2, Baldur's Gate 3, Alan Wake 2, among others in the category list. The results will go live on 11th April, 2024.
Honkai Star Rail First Anniversary Event Rewards Revealed in a New Leak
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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Honkai Star Rail 2.1 will feature the new Anniversary Event, celebrating Honkai Star Rail's first anniversary. The anniversary event will reward 940 Stellar Jades in total, a new Phone Wallpaper, and Pom-Pom's profile avatar for hitting specific milestones. HSR 2.1 will also gift a new anniversary pass, which can be a free character for players.
Helldivers 2 Gets a New Warbond; New Weapons and Armor Introduced
Sampad Banerjee
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Helldivers 2 has officially announced its first major Warbond. Called Cutting Edge, it adds in three new armor sets that looks rugged and battle-tested, four new weapons that can annihilate the forces of enemies, and a brand-new grenade to incapacitate the enemies. Judging by the properties, each of these weapons looks and feels inclined towards the Automaton battlefields, as tension keeps rising on Tien Kwan for the mechs.
First Major visionOS Update is Here and It Improves Personas and EyeSight
Anmol Sachdeva
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Apple has released visionOS 1.1, the first major update for Vision Pro. the update brings improvements to Personas, EyeSight and virtual keyboard. With the latest visionOS update, Personas are a bit more detailed and EyeSight has also improved with better rendering of eyes. It also brings bug fixes for a couple of known bugs in Vision Pro.
Xiaomi 14 Launched in India: Check out the Price and Specifications
Abubakar Mohammed
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After the global and Chinese launches, the Xiaomi 14 has finally made it to the Indian shores. If you're eyeing a premium Android device, the Xiaomi 14 could be a good contender. It comes with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, Leica-tuned cameras, a 4,610 mAh battery with 90W wired charging and 50W wireless HyperCharge support. The phone will be available in India in three colors - Black, White, and Jade Green.
Microsoft is Holding a Surface, Windows & Copilot AI Event Later This Month
Arjun Sha
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Microsoft has announced a new event for March 21st where the company is likely to unveil Windows 11 improvements, new Copilot features, and refreshed Surface devices. The company may release refreshed versions of Surface Laptop 6 and Surface Pro 10. Microsoft is also preparing to showcase an advanced version of Copilot with a new feature called "AI Explorer".
The Files by Google app on Android is now getting the ability to scan documents. To use it, open the app -> tap on the floating scan button -> point your phone at the document you want to scan -> once it automatically scans, tap one. This feature gives you additional options like crop & rotate, filter and clean. Also, note that the documents are automatically saved in the PDF format.
In a recent interview with Yahoo UK, Vinnie Jones confirmed that he will not be reappearing as Juggernaut in Deadpool and Wolverine. According to him, even though he loves Deadpool movies, putting on the Juggernaut suit is in itself a hassle and takes a physical as well as a mental toll on the actor.
Honkai Star Rail 2.2 Leaks Reveal a New Simulated Universe Game Mode
Sanmay Chakrabarti
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A new Simulated Universe Mode will feature in the Honkai Star Rail version 2.2, leaked via Destiny Leaks. Not much is known about the new Simulated Universe, but we can expect a ton of rewards. Screwllum can also feature in version 2.2 as a playable character as Ruan Mei was released with the Gold and Gears in Honkai Star Rail 1.6. The upcoming Honkai Star Rail 2.1 version is also rumored to feature the Simulated Universe 9, with 2 new Planar Ornaments.
Soon You’d Be Able to Unlock Your Tesla Using Your Apple Watch Natively
Kanika Gogia
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We might see a Tesla app for the Apple Watch that allows owners to lock and unlock Tesla using an Apple Watch. This came after a user posted on X whether Tesla could be controlled via an Apple Watch, to which Tesla CEO Elon Musk replied "Sure". Right now, it's unclear what Tesla has planned and when we might see this feature. Some third-party Apple Watch apps allow you to use your smartwatch to lock and unlock your Tesla.
Roblox Griefville and Chucky are entering as the center of bloodbath. Experience Roblox Griefville along with Chucky on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S today. According to the developers of the game, Chucky will be a temporary character and more iconic scary characters are on the way.
Sci-Fi Survival Game Alters Reveals Gameplay; Coming to Xbox Game Pass
Ishan Adhikary
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Alters is an emotional sci-fi game that is coming to the Xbox and PC Game Pass in 2024. The game is made by 11 Bit Studios and takes inspiration from its own game This War of Mine. Experience a survival exploration game along with the Alters you create. The game will also come PlayStation 5, PC (Steam, GOG, Epic), and Xbox Series X|S in the same release window.
In a Xbox partner preview event GSC Game World announced the STALKER Trilogy for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. This is the console debut for the iconic horror survival FPS game. The Legends of the Zone trilogy contains the Shadow of Chernobyl, Clear Sky, and Call of Pripyat. According to the developers, it will be a recap for the players waiting for STALKER 2 on September 5, 2024.
Radojka Travar
A Reddit user has recently shared his progress on a large city build being made in Minecraft Pocket Edition. It's a version of the game available for mobile devices, so the controls can be tricky to use. Despite that, this dedicated builder has been working on this impressive project since November 2023. The buildings are clean and the shapes, proportions and architecture are executed basically perfectly. There is a lot more work to be done on this creative mode build and we cannot wait to see the final result.
Sucker Punch's open-world masterpiece Ghost of Tsushima director's cut is coming from PlayStation to PC on May 16. Sucker Punch is working with Nixxes to bring the experience to PC. It will include the full game, the Iki Island expansion, and the cooperative online multiplayer Legends mode. With ultrawide monitor support, the latest performance-enhancing technologies like NVIDIA DLSS 3 and AMD FSR 3 will be available too.
The update we've been waiting for is here. The Minecraft snapshot 24w10a introduces 8 new wolf variants to the game. These animals all have unique names and spawn in different biomes across your Minecraft world. The variants are pale wolf, woods wolf, rusty wolf, ashen wolf, black wolf, chestnut wolf, spotted wolf, stripped wolf and the snowy wolf.
In a surprise move, Microsoft has declared that it is ending support for Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA). The feature was first introduced with Windows 11 and allowed users to run Android apps via the Amazon Appstore without taking to third-party emulators. Microsoft is now doing away with it and won't allow users to download new Android apps via Amazon Appstore, starting March 5, 2025. Moreover, from March 6, 2024, users will not be able to search for any new apps on the Appstore. Those that already have Amazon Appstore apps will be able to use it till the support cutoff date.
The Death of Nvidia GTX Series: Yes, It Has Finally Been Discontinued!
Satyam Kumar
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Nvidia GeForce GTX GPUs have served us well for the last 19 years. Now, they are being discontinued. The last production of GTX 16 Series GPUs has been reportedly stopped, and it is expected that they will be gone from the market in the next few months. The RTX 2050 mobile GPU based on Ampere architecture for laptops and the newly released RTX 3050 with 6GB VRAM for desktops will be the new entry-level graphics cards from Nvidia.
OpenAI Unravels Some Secrets to Counter Elon Musk’s Lawsuit; Who’s in the Wrong?
Sagnik Das Gupta
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Recently, Elon Musk filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that the company has swerved off track from its original mission. Instead of sticking to its original mission of being a non-profit and making AI systems for human welfare, OpenAI is allegedly working towards making Microsoft more profitable. Dismissing these claims, OpenAI has now unveiled some sensitive emails between the company and Elon Musk to counter Musk's allegations. The emails paint Musk in a different light, suggesting that he wanted complete control over OpenAI, with the company using Tesla as its major source of funding.
Phones from Pixel 4a through Pixel 7a have all cost under $500, but recent leaks about the upcoming Pixel 8a suggest that might change. According to WinFuture and their dealer connections, the Pixel 8a could end up costing well over $600 for the base variant. Besides, Google will also sell a 256GB variant that could cost around $679.
After announcing Supergiant Games' Hades joining Netflix Games last year, the popular streaming platform has finally revealed that the game will release on March 19, 2024. It will launch exclusively for iOS devices for now, and players will need an active Netflix subscription. Pre-registrations for the game are live.
iOS 17.4 Brings New Emojis, Clock Widget and Major App Store Changes
Anmol Sachdeva
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Apple has outed iOS 17.4 with new emojis, sideloading feature in the EU, improvements to the Stolen Device Protection feature and more. If you're in EU, you can now sideload apps from third-party app stores after installing iOS 17.4. Moreover, iOS 17.4 also brings a couple of bug fixes and security updates.
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO and President of Streaming and Games, J.B. Perrette, believes that the AAA game launches can be volatile, citing Suicide Squad as an example. Despite their studios getting hits like Hogwarts Legacy from last year, they want to double-down on creating live-service games for mobile and free-to-play spaces. He believes they'll start seeing results in between 2025 and 2027.
Amidst all the teasers revealed by Fortnite on Greek storyline, we now have more details on Chapter 5 Season 2, according to leaks. In these leaked details we find out about Greek-themed weapons such as Mythics, a Gold Apple that gives a speed boost, and a Cerberus Shotgun along with many others. Along with it, there will be an Olympus POI, Kratos, and flying abilities. We will also see new skin collabs with Final Fantasy 7, God of War, Aquaman: The Lost Kingdom, and Halo Wars franchises.
CMF By Nothing Launches Buds and Neckband Pro with ANC, Large Drivers
Anshuman Jain
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Nothing's sub-brand, CMF, has released two new audio devices: CMF Buds and Neckband Pro. CMF Buds features 12.4mm drivers, Ultra Bass Technology 2.0, and 42dB of ANC. The CMF Neckband Pro has 13.6mm drivers, Spatial Audio Effect, and 50dB of ANC. Both devices support Bluetooth 5.3, water/dust resistance, and dual device connectivity. They are available in Dark Grey, Light Grey, and Orange colors and can be purchased on Flipkart and CMF website.
Nothing has finally launched Nothing Phone (2a), the company's first mid-range device. It comes with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, MediaTek 7200 Pro, plastic back and frame. It runs Nothing OS 2.5 based on Android 14 with a promise of three major Android updates, and features dual 50MP camera units. With a price of Rs 19,999 after applying bank offers, the phone rivals the likes of POCO X6, OnePlus Nord CE3, and the Realme 12 Pro.
After a successful box office opening of Dune 2, Funcom has released a new trailer for Dune: Awakening. In this trailer, we get to see the stunning visuals of the game. We also get to know more features of the survival open world MMO game. Dune: Awakening doesn't have a confirmed release date but is coming on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Nintendo Wins Switch Emulator Lawsuit; Yuzu to Shut down and Pay $2.4M
Sampad Banerjee
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As per the latest court documents, Nintendo and Tropic Haze have come to an agreement to settle the Nintendo lawsuit against Yuzu for a whopping $2.4M. While it does require a judge's approval, Tropic Haze has immediately stopped support for the Nintendo Switch emulator, and their 3DS emulator Citra. Furthermore, the company has issued a statement, where they said that they were unaware of the emulator propagating piracy, and the reason for their decision to cease support.
In a recent Game Mess Mornings podcast on the Giant Bomb YouTube channel, Jeff Grubb shared more information on EA layoffs and a new Respawn game. According to Grubb, the new Respawn game will be set in the Titanfall universe. However, he further claims the game will not be a Titanfall 3 game.
Apple announces its much-buzzed M3 MacBook Air lineup in 13-inch and 15-inch options. The new M3 MacBook Air is claimed to be the “world’s best consumer laptop for AI" in the press release. The 13-inch M3 MacBook Air starts at $1099, and the 15-inch MacBook Air starts at $1299. Both models are available for up for pre-orders starting today, with shipping starting as early as March 8.
iPhone SE 4 Design Revealed in CAD Renders; Still Rocks a Single Camera
Kanika Gogia
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Leaked iPhone SE 4 CAD renders reveal an iPhone 14-like design with a single rear camera. The iPhone SE 4 will likely bring big upgrades, including a 6.1-inch display with Face ID, a USB-C port, and there's a possibility of an Action Button as well. The fourth generation of iPhone SE is expected to be launched sometime in 2025.
New reports have surfaced that suggest Apple will announce its new products this week via press releases. Apple might launch a new M2 iPad Air, OLED iPad Pro with M3 chip, Magic Keyboard, M3 MacBook Air, Apple Pencil, iPhone cases, and Apple Watch bands in March. Besides, a new Apple TV and a HomePod with a display are likely to be in Apple's pipeline of upcoming 2024 products.
Spotify’s New Audiobook-only Plan is Here but Premium Gives You More
Anshuman Jain
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Spotify has introduced a new Audiobooks Access Tier for $9.99/month, giving users access to its library of 200,000+ books with a 15-hour listening limit. The new plan does not provide any additional benefits over the existing Premium subscription. The main advantage of Spotify's audiobook service is unrestricted access to over 200,000 titles on the platform.
Spider-Man 4 with Tobey Maguire and Sam Raimi Could Happen, Hints Sandman Actor
Shashank Shakya
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In a recent conversation with Comicbook.com, Thomas Haden Church said that there is a possibility that Spider-Man 4 could happen with Tobey Maguire playing the role of Spider-Man. Along with this, Sam Raimi is also interested in making Spider-Man 4 if it is approved by Marvel.
A new leak posted on X (formerly Twitter) reveals chip details of 16 new Apple devices. We might see iPad 11th-gen models with A14 Bionic chip, iPad Mini 7 with A17, 2024 iPad Air models with M2, and the OLED iPad Pro models with M3 processor. The iPhone 16 series is expected to feature an A18 chipset.
Instagram’s New iOS Widget Lets You Capture Stories from the Lock Screen; Here’s How
Anshuman Jain
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Instagram has introduced a Story camera lock screen widget for its iOS app, allowing users to access the camera directly from their lock screen. This new feature, similar to Snapchat's camera widget, provides a convenient shortcut to capture and share stories quickly without having to open the app.
Google is preparing to add an App Mall to ChromeOS that will help users find and install apps that are optimized for Chromebooks. With so many available options, from Android apps to web apps, Chrome apps, Linux apps, etc., Chromebook users are often puzzled as to which app offers the best experience. So to solve this issue, Google is working on App Mall for Chromebooks. The feature is currently in testing and is hidden behind a flag.
In a surprising turn of events, Elon Musk has sued OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman in the San Francisco Superior Court on Thursday. Musk claims that OpenAI has become a closed-source company and it's only developing new technologies to maximize profits. Further, Musk says that Microsoft is leveraging its power and influencing OpenAI's operations. Musk is seeking an injunction against OpenAI and Microsoft from taking advantage of the AGI technology and cashing in for profits.
Google has released updates for the Chrome browser which aim to provide helpful suggestions even with poor connectivity, and will be rolled out to more users gradually. The updates are designed to make searching more convenient and appealing, with image thumbnails in suggested queries.
Ajith Kumar
Get ready to witness the peak powers of our one-shot superhero Saitama in the brand-new season 3 of One Punch Man. J.C. Staff, who produced OPM season 2, has returned to deliver yet another fantastic season of One Punch Man. Furthermore, the release date is yet to be revealed as the anime has just entered its production stage.
The renowned software company MacPaw is all set to launch one of the first third-party app stores on iPhone, named Setapp Store. On Thursday, the company is releasing its Setapp store in Beta, with the stable version arriving in April 2024. With iOS 17.4 and later, Setapp will be available on the iPhone for a monthly subscription. This alternative app store on iOS will feature a curated selection of apps, including fan favorites from the Setapp catalog.