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Kyle Hawley Named President of ’Fargo’ Outfit 26 Keys

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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Kyle Hawley co-founded the company with her husband, the writer-director-showrunner Noah Hawley.

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Kyle Hawley co-founded the company with her husband, the writer-director-showrunner Noah Hawley.

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Co-op pirate survival game Windrose hits PC in early access on April 14

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Windrose was a hit in a recent Steam Next Fest event, with more than 850,000 people checking out the demo. More than 1.5 million people have wishlisted the pirate survival-adventure title on Steam as well. So, it’s safe to say this game has some wind in its sails, and it’ll be arriving very soon. During Thursday’s…

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Windrose was a hit in a recent Steam Next Fest event, with more than 850,000 people checking out the demo. More than 1.5 million people…

Google’s Gemini AI can answer your questions with 3D models and simulations

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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Google's latest upgrade for Gemini will allow the chatbot to generate interactive 3D models and simulations in response to your questions. With the new feature, you may see options to rotate the AI-generated model, manually adjust sliders on it, or input different values to change the simulation in real-time. When…

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Google's latest upgrade for Gemini will allow the chatbot to generate interactive 3D models and simulations in response to your questions.…

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Tesla may be working on a smaller and cheaper electric SUV

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Tesla may be shifting strategy once again. Reuters reported that the company is working on a smaller and less expensive electric SUV. This would be a brand new vehicle rather than a variant of the existing Model 3 or Model Y, according to the publication's sources. The new EV would allegedly be about 14 feet long,…

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Tesla may be shifting strategy once again. Reuters reported that the company is working on a smaller and less expensive electric SUV. This…

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Razer just released some new gaming earbuds with low latency and fast switching between devices

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Razer just released the Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed gaming earbuds, another entry in the recently-crowded field of gaming earbuds. These have been designed for low latency, which is a necessity when playing video games. To that end, the earbuds integrate with Razer's proprietary HyperSpeed 2.4GHz streaming platform,…

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Razer just released the Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed gaming earbuds, another entry in the recently-crowded field of gaming earbuds. These have…

Kevin Bacon to Lead ‘Southern Bastards’ Drama at Hulu

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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The pilot from Onyx Collective and Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media has also tapped Reinaldo Marcus Green to direct.

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The pilot from Onyx Collective and Ryan Coogler’s Proximity Media has also tapped Reinaldo Marcus Green to direct.

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‘God Bless The Band’: Courteeners announce ‘best of’ album with single ‘Luckiest Man Alive’ and 2026 arena tour

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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Liam Fray and co will also be playing an intimate launch gig in Manchester this weekend The post ‘God Bless The Band’: Courteeners announce ‘best of’ album with single ‘Luckiest Man Alive’ and 2026 arena tour appeared first on NME.

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Liam Fray and co will also be playing an intimate launch gig in Manchester this weekend The post ‘God Bless The Band’:…

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1000xResist Studio Turns The Internet's Most Annoying Task Into A Game With Prove You're Human

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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Back in 2024, Sunset Visitor released its debut game, 1000xResist, to tremendous critical acclaim. Now, the studio is back with a new narrative-driven work of science-fiction: Prove You're Human. But while the two might share the same genre and eagerness to explore the human condition, don't expect more of the…

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Back in 2024, Sunset Visitor released its debut game, 1000xResist, to tremendous critical acclaim. Now, the studio is back with a new…

Castlevania headlines a big list of exciting indie game reveals

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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A big indie showcase has just wrapped up, and now I have a lot more games to look forward to. The third iteration of the Triple-I Initiative, an annual showcase for upcoming releases put on by a group of studios, aired on Thursday. It featured some familiar franchises, like an indie-developed Castlevania and a new…

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A big indie showcase has just wrapped up, and now I have a lot more games to look forward to. The third iteration of the Triple-I…

BTS Bring the Hits, Brave Torrents of Rain at Tour Kickoff

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-09

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Septet performed all but one Arirang song, as well as some of their greatest hits so far

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Septet performed all but one Arirang song, as well as some of their greatest hits so far

‘Heated Rivalry,’ ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!,’ ‘The Pitt’ Among Nominees for 2026 Peabody Awards

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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Additional noteworthy TV shows up for the prestigious honor, designed to recognize impactful small-screen storytelling, include 'Adolescence,' 'Andor,' 'Death by Lightning,' 'Dying for Sex,' 'Forever,' 'Mussolini: Son of the Century,' 'Pluribus' and 'The Rehearsal.'

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Additional noteworthy TV shows up for the prestigious honor, designed to recognize impactful small-screen storytelling, include…

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Indie game Neverway will launch this October, just in time for spooky season

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Indie game studio Coldblood announced today that its debut project Neverway has been given a release window of October 2026. Billed as "nightmarish life-sim RPG," this is going right to the top of my spooky season game queue. It has a cozy-sounding premise, with protagonist Fiona starting a new life on an…

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Indie game studio Coldblood announced today that its debut project Neverway has been given a release window of October 2026. Billed as…

Pink to Host Tony Awards

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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The pop star will lead the June 7 ceremony at Radio City Music Hall, breaking from the tradition of having a Broadway performer as host.

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The pop star will lead the June 7 ceremony at Radio City Music Hall, breaking from the tradition of having a Broadway performer as host.

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Diablo Immortal Crossover Is Once Again Better Than Diablo 4's

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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Doom: The Dark Ages is coming to Diablo Immortal, and the upcoming crossover once again highlights the difference between limited-time events in Blizzard's mobile ARPG and those same crossovers in Diablo 4.Diablo 4 already received its Doom: The Dark Ages crossover in March, introducing a batch of free Doom-themed…

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Doom: The Dark Ages is coming to Diablo Immortal, and the upcoming crossover once again highlights the difference between limited-time…

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Triple-I Initiative Showcase 2026: Castlevania, Dead As Disco, And Every Game Shown

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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The Triple-I Showcase returned for its third year, featuring dozens of trailers for upcoming games from studios around the world. This year’s event showcased 40 games, including eight world premieres.Highlights included a first look at new DLC for Risk of Rain 2, a preview of the open-world pirate game Windrose, and a…

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The Triple-I Showcase returned for its third year, featuring dozens of trailers for upcoming games from studios around the world. This…

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1000xResist devs reveal their wild-looking second game about convincing an AI it's not human

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Developer Sunset Visitor just revealed its follow-up to the fantastic 1000xResist. It's called Prove You're Human and looks to wade in similar sci-fi waters as the team's first title. Just like 10000xResist, the new game is a narrative adventure set in the far future. Prove You're Human tasks players with convincing…

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Developer Sunset Visitor just revealed its follow-up to the fantastic 1000xResist. It's called Prove You're Human and looks to wade in…

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This New Typing Battle Royale With Russian Roulette Just Shadow-Dropped

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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Typing is a skill that requires constant practice to perfect, but there are other ways to encourage a person to quickly improve from two-finger button-mashing to touch-type mastery. Final Sentence knows that the key to success is morbidly simple, as a revolver pointed at your head makes for some effective motivation…

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Typing is a skill that requires constant practice to perfect, but there are other ways to encourage a person to quickly improve from…

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One Of The Most Stunning-Looking Games Of The Year Launches In May

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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During the Triple-I Initiative Showcase, Alabaster Dawn developer Radical Fish Games showed off a brand-new trailer for its upcoming action-RPG, as well as an early-access launch date of May 7 on PC.The next game from the studio behind the critically acclaimed CrossCode, Alabaster Dawn, is built on CrossCode's…

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During the Triple-I Initiative Showcase, Alabaster Dawn developer Radical Fish Games showed off a brand-new trailer for its upcoming…

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Amazon's satellite internet service is scheduled for mid-2026 availability

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Amazon Leo (formerly Project Kuiper) will launch mid-2026, according to Andy Jassy. On Wednesday, the Amazon CEO dropped the news in his annual letter to shareholders. The company says Leo will support download speeds up to 1 Gbps. By comparison, Starlink’s download speeds typically range between 45 and 280 Mbps.Jassy…

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Amazon Leo (formerly Project Kuiper) will launch mid-2026, according to Andy Jassy. On Wednesday, the Amazon CEO dropped the news in his…

The team behind 1000xResist is making a game about convincing an AI that it isn’t human

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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When the team at indie studio Sunset Visitor were wrapping up their critically acclaimed first game, 1000xResist, it wasn't long before they started thinking about what they'd tackle next. According to creative director Remy Siu, the studio's goal is to always find ways to reflect the world around them. So when they…

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When the team at indie studio Sunset Visitor were wrapping up their critically acclaimed first game, 1000xResist, it wasn't long before…

Michael J. Fox Says He’s “OK” After CNN Tribute Video Stirs Death Rumors

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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The ‘Back to the Future’ star insists he’s very much in the present and alive, despite grappling with Parkinson's disease for over three decades.

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The ‘Back to the Future’ star insists he’s very much in the present and alive, despite grappling with Parkinson's disease for over three…

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Mortal Kombat 2 Movie Trailer Includes A Surprise Cameo By The Franchise's Creator

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is the talk of the town right now in terms of video game adaptations, but the next video game movie, Mortal Kombat 2, is almost here--and now a new trailer has arrived.The trailer focuses on Karl Urban's Johnny Cage and his mission to save the world, and it's the kind of over-the-top…

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is the talk of the town right now in terms of video game adaptations, but the next video game movie, Mortal…

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Call Of Duty Might Never Have Existed, And It's Because Of James Bond

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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The Call of Duty series is one of the biggest and most popular gaming franchises ever, and now a new story has come to light that offers up a reason to believe James Bond could have been responsible for the series never existing.Michael Condrey, who was working at EA on James Bond games in the early 2000s, discussed…

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The Call of Duty series is one of the biggest and most popular gaming franchises ever, and now a new story has come to light that offers up…

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‘Ketamine Queen’ sentenced to 15 years in prison over Matthew Perry death

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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Last year Jasveen Sangha pleaded guilty to five federal charges in connection to the death of the ‘Friends’ star The post ‘Ketamine Queen’ sentenced to 15 years in prison over Matthew Perry death appeared first on NME.

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Last year Jasveen Sangha pleaded guilty to five federal charges in connection to the death of the ‘Friends’ star The post ‘Ketamine Queen’…

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Super Battle Golf's Free Frozen Fairway Update Out Today, As Game Confirmed For PS5, Xbox Series X|S, And Switch 2

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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After tallying 1 million in sales, the indie arcade golf game Super Battle Golf's first expansion, Frozen Fairway, is releasing today, April 9. The free expansion adds slippery new conditions, more items--including the mega-powerful Rocket Driver--as well as a bevy of quality-of-life improvements fans had been asking…

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After tallying 1 million in sales, the indie arcade golf game Super Battle Golf's first expansion, Frozen Fairway, is releasing today,…

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Twin Peaks Meets Stardew Valley In A Creepy New Farming Nightmare

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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There's a farming sim for just about every taste in this post-Stardew Valley world, but if you're looking for atmospheric agriculture, then you might want to check out Crop. Revealed during the Triple-I Initiative Showcase, Crop puts an eerie spin on the usual formula of digging holes, planting seeds, and nurturing…

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There's a farming sim for just about every taste in this post-Stardew Valley world, but if you're looking for atmospheric agriculture, then…

Cazzu Law Reaches Mexico’s Congress: Everything We Know So Far

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-09

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The state legislator promoting the initiative, which aims to benefit single mothers, speaks with Billboard Español.

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The state legislator promoting the initiative, which aims to benefit single mothers, speaks with Billboard Español.

Mastodon is about to launch its take on Bluesky’s starter packs

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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Mastodon is preparing to roll out "Collections" in the next few weeks, a feature that allows you to find and create lists of accounts worth following, according to an announcement on Thursday. Collections, which take inspiration from Bluesky Starter Packs, will come with the ability to add up to 25 accounts to a…

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Mastodon is preparing to roll out "Collections" in the next few weeks, a feature that allows you to find and create lists of accounts worth…

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Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Is Twisting French Legends Into Nightmare Bosses

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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It feels like it's been ages since we last picked up the Vampire Killer whip in Castlevania, but the wait is almost over. Castlevania: Belmont's Curse was announced at Sony's February 2026 State of Play, and a new gameplay trailer just dropped during today's Triple-I Showcase. The game brings back classic Castlevania…

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It feels like it's been ages since we last picked up the Vampire Killer whip in Castlevania, but the wait is almost over. Castlevania:…

Slay the Princess’ developer is the latest to expand into indie game publishing

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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Black Tabby Games, the two-person studio behind the hit indie games Slay the Princess and Scarlet Hollow, is getting into indie publishing. The publishing arm, which was revealed on Thursday, is called Black Tabby Publishing and has already signed deals for two games: Prove You're Human, the next title from…

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Black Tabby Games, the two-person studio behind the hit indie games Slay the Princess and Scarlet Hollow, is getting into indie publishing.…

‘Outcome’ Review: Keanu Reeves Brings Sincerity to Jonah Hill’s Otherwise Glibly Unfunny Comedy About a Hollywood Star in Crisis

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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Cameron Diaz, Matt Bomer and Martin Scorsese also appear in the Apple TV inside-showbiz satire, in which an extortion scheme prompts a fretful apology tour.

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Cameron Diaz, Matt Bomer and Martin Scorsese also appear in the Apple TV inside-showbiz satire, in which an extortion scheme prompts a…

‘Malcolm in the Middle: Life’s Still Unfair’ Review: Frankie Muniz and Bryan Cranston Return for a Hulu Sequel That’s More Sad Than Funny

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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Stars Jane Kaczmarek and Justin Berfield are also back, along with creator Linwood Boomer, for a limited series that picks up with the dysfunctional clan 20 years later.

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Stars Jane Kaczmarek and Justin Berfield are also back, along with creator Linwood Boomer, for a limited series that picks up with the…

Ziggy Marley Shares Why He Decided to Release His New Album Exclusively on Vinyl & CDs

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-09

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In a new episode of Billboard's Takes Us Out, Marley talks about his creative process, Yo Gabba GabbaLand! cameo and his love of sports over a vegan meal.

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In a new episode of Billboard's Takes Us Out, Marley talks about his creative process, Yo Gabba GabbaLand! cameo and his love of sports…

The MacBook Neo is the best thing to happen to Windows in years

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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If there's one thing I know about Microsoft after covering the company for more than 20 years, it's that it will always respond to a competitive threat. Apple's MacBook Air convinced Microsoft and Intel to launch thin and light laptops with the Ultrabook initiative, the iPad pushed Microsoft to create its own tablet…

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If there's one thing I know about Microsoft after covering the company for more than 20 years, it's that it will always respond to a…

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Rhythm Heaven Groove comes to Switch on July 2

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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A large chunk of Nintendo’s 2026 plans remain a mystery (that is, unless you take the insiders and leakers at their word), but we have been waiting on release dates for a couple of previously announced first-party titles, including Rhythm Heaven Groove, which officially arrives July 2. Seemingly announced first on the…

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A large chunk of Nintendo’s 2026 plans remain a mystery (that is, unless you take the insiders and leakers at their word), but we have been…

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How To Get The Moon Jumper Vehicle In Starfield

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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There was a ton of content added with the Free Lanes update in Starfield, but one of the most intriguing new items is the Moon Jumper vehicle. Unlike the REV-8, the Moon Jumper is meant to be flown in the air, as it has a much higher boost threshold. It's truly enjoyable to drive, as you can soar above planets and…

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There was a ton of content added with the Free Lanes update in Starfield, but one of the most intriguing new items is the Moon Jumper…

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How To Move Pokémon To Pokémon Champions

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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With Pokémon Champions now live, and Pokémon Legends Z-A finally compatible with Pokémon Home, there has never been a better time to get moving your Pokémon ready for battle. But, with so many Pokémon games and the added complexity of the Pokémon Home service, it's not entirely straightforward. So, here is a quick…

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With Pokémon Champions now live, and Pokémon Legends Z-A finally compatible with Pokémon Home, there has never been a better time to get…

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NASA reveals Artemis II crew’s official wake-up songs playlist with Chappell Roan, Queen, David Bowie, Glass Animals and more

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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“To infinity and beyond muthafucka,” said Denzel Curry The post NASA reveals Artemis II crew’s official wake-up songs playlist with Chappell Roan, Queen, David Bowie, Glass Animals and more appeared first on NME.

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“To infinity and beyond muthafucka,” said Denzel Curry The post NASA reveals Artemis II crew’s official wake-up songs playlist with…

Lukas Dhont’s ‘Coward’ First Look Shows Soldiers in Battle Ahead of Cannes Competition

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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The Belgian director’s period drama and his third to launch on the Croisette follows a soldier grappling with cowardice and heroism in the trenches of the First World War.

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The Belgian director’s period drama and his third to launch on the Croisette follows a soldier grappling with cowardice and heroism in the…

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Roku will stream Savannah Bananas games, along with the entire Banana Ball Championship League

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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The Banana Ball World Tour is coming to Roku. The platform has signed a deal to stream free content from the Banana Ball Championship League. This, of course, includes Savannah Bananas games. If that last paragraph didn't make a lick of sense to you, here's a primer. The Savannah Bananas are a wacky baseball team,…

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The Banana Ball World Tour is coming to Roku. The platform has signed a deal to stream free content from the Banana Ball Championship…

A thin, light entry-level gaming laptop is $300 off at Best Buy

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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It’s tough to find decent gaming laptops under $1,000. However, Best Buy has what I consider to be a good entry-level model for 1080p gaming in Lenovo’s 15.6-inch LOQ laptop, which is selling for $649.99 (usually $959.99) through today, April 9th. Even with its Nvidia’s RTX 4050 (its lowest-tier GPU of the series),…

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It’s tough to find decent gaming laptops under $1,000. However, Best Buy has what I consider to be a good entry-level model for 1080p…

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Every ‘The Boys’ spin-off and prequel in the works

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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The show's universe is set to expand The post Every ‘The Boys’ spin-off and prequel in the works appeared first on NME.

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The show's universe is set to expand The post Every ‘The Boys’ spin-off and prequel in the works appeared first on NME.

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Get A Day-One Release For Free From The Epic Games Store This Week

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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The Epic Games Store continues to give away a free game each week, and this week's offering is another nice find at a price that can't be beat. Every Thursday at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET, Epic offers at least one free PC game (and sometimes even as many as two or three). All you need to do to claim the free games is create…

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The Epic Games Store continues to give away a free game each week, and this week's offering is another nice find at a price that can't be…

Tesla is un-canceling its plan to build a smaller, cheaper EV: report

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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It looks like a smaller, cheaper Tesla is back on the menu. Today, Reuters is reporting that the electric automaker is calling around to suppliers about building an all-new - that is, not based on the Model 3 or the Model Y - electric SUV that would be more affordable than its current lineup. The […]

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It looks like a smaller, cheaper Tesla is back on the menu. Today, Reuters is reporting that the electric automaker is calling around to…

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LIDO Festival cancels CMAT and Bombay Bicycle Club days, reschedules Maribou State

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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The decision has been made to “protect park grounds” The post LIDO Festival cancels CMAT and Bombay Bicycle Club days, reschedules Maribou State appeared first on NME.

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The decision has been made to “protect park grounds” The post LIDO Festival cancels CMAT and Bombay Bicycle Club days, reschedules Maribou…

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Magic: The Gathering Unveils Two New ‘Secrets of Strixhaven’ Cards; Game Designers Talk Expanding the Mage-College World (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-04-09

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Magic: The Gathering‘s latest mainline set, “Secrets of Strixhaven,” will be released later this month and Variety has this exclusive reveal for a pair of new cards from the collection. Available for prerelease April 17 and set for tabletop release April 24, “Secrets of Strixhaven” marks…

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Magic: The Gathering‘s latest mainline set, “Secrets of Strixhaven,” will be released later this month and Variety has this…

Fubo’s mobile app is pushing more sports highlights

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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Fubo is rolling out a big mobile app update today that adds a bunch of new features, including short-form videos with news about your favorite teams and leagues. You'll also find a carousel of live video as soon as you open the app, allowing you to preview games before you tap into them. The live […]

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Fubo is rolling out a big mobile app update today that adds a bunch of new features, including short-form videos with news about your…

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A New Borderlands Game Just Launched Out Of Nowhere For Mobile

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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Out of nowhere, Take-Two's mobile game company Zynga has released a new Borderlands game for mobile devices. It's out right now on iOS, despite no official announcement from 2K, Gearbox, or Take-Two.A spokesperson for Zynga told GameSpot that the company's NaturalMotion studio is conducting a "limited-time test" for…

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Out of nowhere, Take-Two's mobile game company Zynga has released a new Borderlands game for mobile devices. It's out right now on iOS,…

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Pokemon Champions Is Giving Fans The Big And Tiny Pokemon They Want To See

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-09

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Several Pokemon fans are expressing disappointment with Pokemon Champions at launch due to glitches and missing content, but some players think that the game's depiction of Pokemon sizes is a positive.A Reddit post shared an image of a Steelix and Wyrdeer in battle, claiming that Champions has "accurate Pokemon sizes…

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Several Pokemon fans are expressing disappointment with Pokemon Champions at launch due to glitches and missing content, but some players…

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‘Toy Story’ is coming to ‘Fortnite’ – here’s everything we know about the collab

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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“Gonna be wild seeing Buzz Lightyear wielding a sniper rifle” The post ‘Toy Story’ is coming to ‘Fortnite’ – here’s everything we know about the collab appeared first on NME.

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“Gonna be wild seeing Buzz Lightyear wielding a sniper rifle” The post ‘Toy Story’ is coming to ‘Fortnite’ – here’s everything we know…

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Google introduces AI-generated avatars to YouTube Shorts

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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A new feature that lets you create an AI avatar with your likeness is now live on YouTube. First announced in a blog post earlier this year, avatars are designed to be used in Shorts (provided you still allow them to show up), allowing you to insert yourself into video content in a way that YouTube deems to be safe…

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A new feature that lets you create an AI avatar with your likeness is now live on YouTube. First announced in a blog post earlier this…

A jury is about to decide the fate of Ticketmaster

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-09

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Consumer complaints about Ticketmaster are so voluminous at state attorneys general offices that Pennsylvania's comes with an explicit plea for residents lodging a grievance about the company to be patient for a response. That kind of pressure has driven more than 30 states to push forward with claims that Live…

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Consumer complaints about Ticketmaster are so voluminous at state attorneys general offices that Pennsylvania's comes with an explicit plea…

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‘The Boys’ Sets ‘Call of Duty: Mobile’ In-Game Collab Ahead of Final Season (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-04-09

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Ahead of the fifth and final season of “The Boys” premiering on Prime Video Wednesday, Sony Pictures Consumer Products has unveiled an expansive global licensing initiative tied to the satirical superhero television series, including an upcoming “Call of Duty: Mobile” collaboration. Launching in the…

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Ahead of the fifth and final season of “The Boys” premiering on Prime Video Wednesday, Sony Pictures Consumer Products has unveiled an…

Live Nation Trial Nears End With Closing Arguments Set to Begin

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-09

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A jury is expected to begin deliberating the fate of the live entertainment industry giant as early as today

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A jury is expected to begin deliberating the fate of the live entertainment industry giant as early as today

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Every song on the ‘Big Mistakes’ soundtrack

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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Including tracks by Peaches and Robyn The post Every song on the ‘Big Mistakes’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.

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Including tracks by Peaches and Robyn The post Every song on the ‘Big Mistakes’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.

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Spotify now lets you turn off all video

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Sometimes, you just want your dang music streaming app to play music. Spotify, which has increasingly incorporated video features through the years, is finally giving us the option to turn that mess off. Behold: universal video toggles.Spotify's video settings control several areas. First, the old Canvas toggle…

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Sometimes, you just want your dang music streaming app to play music. Spotify, which has increasingly incorporated video features through…

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Watch Johnny Marr join Pet Shop Boys to perform rarities at London’s Electric Ballroom

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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Together they gave ‘Up Against It’ and ‘I Didn’t Get Where I Am Today’ their live debuts, and also played 'The Truck Driver and His Mate’ for the first time since 2002 The post Watch Johnny Marr join Pet Shop Boys to perform rarities at London’s Electric Ballroom appeared first on NME.

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Together they gave ‘Up Against It’ and ‘I Didn’t Get Where I Am Today’ their live debuts, and also played 'The Truck Driver and His Mate’…

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Doja Cat says she’s “tickled” by Madonna trolls: “You feel threatened by an older woman who can do her job forever?”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-09

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"You’re telling a musician who makes music, who performs it as a job, to stop doing it?” The post Doja Cat says she’s “tickled” by Madonna trolls: “You feel threatened by an older woman who can do her job forever?” appeared first on NME.

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"You’re telling a musician who makes music, who performs it as a job, to stop doing it?” The post Doja Cat says she’s…

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JBL Live 780NC and 680NC review: Great leaps, greater missteps

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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JBL introduced two new headphones to its Live series lineup and both are fighting to live up to expectations. Don’t get me wrong, the JBL Live 780NC and 680NC are both a solid set of cans, but in a sea of noise-cancelling headphones, one of them definitely has more appeal. The biggest differences between these two…

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JBL introduced two new headphones to its Live series lineup and both are fighting to live up to expectations. Don’t get me wrong, the JBL…

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OpenAI 'pauses' its Stargate UK data center plan

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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OpenAI is putting the brakes on Stargate UK, according to Bloomberg. That’s the company’s AI infrastructure project with NVIDIA that’s meant to help the UK build out its sovereign computing capabilities. The company announced Stargate UK back in September, but it launched a strategic partnership with the UK government…

Why it matters

OpenAI is putting the brakes on Stargate UK, according to Bloomberg. That’s the company’s AI infrastructure project with NVIDIA that’s…

Korean Auteur Na Hong-jin’s Long-Gestating Thriller ‘Hope,’ Starring Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander, Headed to Cannes

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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A decade in the making, the director's follow-up to his cult supernatural thriller 'The Wailing' pairs Korean and Hollywood stars — and reportedly carries the biggest budget ever committed to a Korean feature.

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A decade in the making, the director's follow-up to his cult supernatural thriller 'The Wailing' pairs Korean and Hollywood stars — and…

Did Cannes Just Confirm Hollywood Studios’ Growing Fear of Film Festivals?

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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"When the studios are less present in Cannes, they are less present full stop," said artistic director Thierry Frémaux at the top of the lineup announcement on Thursday.

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"When the studios are less present in Cannes, they are less present full stop," said artistic director Thierry Frémaux at the top of the…

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Google bakes NotebookLM, its research tool, into Gemini

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Google has fully integrated NotebookLM, its AI-powered research tool, into the Gemini app. The company launched a standalone NotebookLM app last year, but as it said in its announcement, “keeping track of everything can be a challenge.” It added NotebookLM as a source in the Gemini app last year, but now you can…

Why it matters

Google has fully integrated NotebookLM, its AI-powered research tool, into the Gemini app. The company launched a standalone NotebookLM app…

Cannes: Ira Sachs, Pedro Almodóvar, Asghar Farhadi, Hirokazu Kore-eda Lead Art House-Heavy Lineup

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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Steven Soderbergh, Andy Garcia, Marie Kreutzer, László Nemes, Volker Schlöndorff, Jane Schoenbrun, Lukas Dhont and Ryûsuke Hamaguchi will also bring films to the Croisette for the fest's 79th edition.

Why it matters

Steven Soderbergh, Andy Garcia, Marie Kreutzer, László Nemes, Volker Schlöndorff, Jane Schoenbrun, Lukas Dhont and Ryûsuke Hamaguchi will…

Cannes Unveils Lineup for 79th Edition: Watch Live

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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The countdown to the 2026 edition is on as artistic director Thierry Frémaux unveils the program for the world's biggest film festival.

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The countdown to the 2026 edition is on as artistic director Thierry Frémaux unveils the program for the world's biggest film festival.

‘Humboldt USA’ Is a Timely “Fraught Love Letter” to a Naturalist, Challenging Our Notions of Technology and Environmentalism (Exclusive Clip)

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-09

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G. Anthony Svatek's feature, debuting at Switzerland's Visions du Réel festival, explores the legacy of Alexander von Humboldt and his concept of interconnectedness by visiting U.S. places named after him.

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G. Anthony Svatek's feature, debuting at Switzerland's Visions du Réel festival, explores the legacy of Alexander von Humboldt and his…

Sabrina Carpenter Teases Coachella Set: ‘The Most Ambitious Show I’ve Ever Done’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-09

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“It’s probably the most time I’ve ever had to actually just sit down and talk about a show as I’m building it,” the singer revealed in a new interview

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“It’s probably the most time I’ve ever had to actually just sit down and talk about a show as I’m building it,” the singer revealed in a…

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Dyson just announced its first-ever handheld fan, with a motor that spins up to 65,000 RPM

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-09

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Dyson just announced its first-ever handheld fan, the HushJet Mini Cool. As the name suggests, it uses the company's proprietary HushJet air projection system. This tech first showed up on an air purifier that we found to be exceptionally quiet. Dyson promises the fan can deliver focused airflow of up to 25m/s, which…

Why it matters

Dyson just announced its first-ever handheld fan, the HushJet Mini Cool. As the name suggests, it uses the company's proprietary HushJet…

Gwendolyn ‘Blondy’ Chisolm, the Sequence Co-Founder, Dead at 66

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-08

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The rapper and singer-songwriter formed the hip-hip group with Cheryl “The Pearl” Cook and Angie Stone in 1979 and quickly scored a hit with “Funk You Up”

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The rapper and singer-songwriter formed the hip-hip group with Cheryl “The Pearl” Cook and Angie Stone in 1979 and quickly scored a hit…

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You'll have one more chance to buy Samsung's pricey Galaxy Z TriFold this Friday

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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If you missed your chance to pay Samsung $2,900 for a phone earlier this year, we have great news for you. Android Police reported that what may be the final shipment of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold will be arriving in the US on April 10. The unique foldable was discontinued a mere three months after it first went on…

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If you missed your chance to pay Samsung $2,900 for a phone earlier this year, we have great news for you. Android Police reported that…

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DoorDash and Wing are expanding their drone delivery partnership to Atlanta

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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DoorDash and Wing have announced a new partnership that will allow users in metro Atlanta to have food delivered by drone. Besides working with DoorDash in select regions of Virginia, North Carolina and Texas, Wing, Alphabet's drone delivery subsidiary, also recently expanded its agreement to make deliveries for…

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DoorDash and Wing have announced a new partnership that will allow users in metro Atlanta to have food delivered by drone. Besides working…

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You'll soon be able to hide games from your Xbox achievements list

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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Microsoft is testing giving users more control over what games appear in their Xbox achievements and tweaking how achievements look when they're earned. The changes are being introduced via the company's free-to-join Xbox Insiders program, and will presumably roll out to all Xbox owners at some point in the…

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Microsoft is testing giving users more control over what games appear in their Xbox achievements and tweaking how achievements look when…

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How to watch the Triple-i Initiative showcase on April 9

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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The latest Triple-i Initiative Showcase is nearly upon us, as the indie-focused event returns for its third consecutive year on Thursday, April 9 at 12PM ET / 9AM PT. We’re being promised announcements for 40 games, including eight world premieres, so it’s well worth tuning in if you like your indies. You’ll be able…

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The latest Triple-i Initiative Showcase is nearly upon us, as the indie-focused event returns for its third consecutive year on Thursday,…

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Meta's Muse Spark model brings reasoning capabilities to the Meta AI app

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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Following the icy reception to Llama 4, Meta is releasing the first in a new family of AI systems built by its recently formed Superintelligence team. The company is kicking off its new Muse era with Spark, a lightweight model geared toward consumer use. In the future, Meta plans to offer more capable versions of…

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Following the icy reception to Llama 4, Meta is releasing the first in a new family of AI systems built by its recently formed…

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Greece will ban all kids under 15 from using social media

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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Greece will ban children under the age 15 from using social media starting next year. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made the announcement in a video posted to TikTok, in which he referenced anxiety, sleep problems and addictive design features as reasons for the ban. Greece has been proactive in its approach to…

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Greece will ban children under the age 15 from using social media starting next year. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made the…

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The Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is delayed until later this summer

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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Nintendo Switch 2 owners will have to wait a bit longer to check out IO Interactive's stab at a James Bond game on the console. The Hitman developer has delayed that version of 007 First Light until later this summer. The game is still slated to hit PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC on May 27, which itself is a delay from…

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Nintendo Switch 2 owners will have to wait a bit longer to check out IO Interactive's stab at a James Bond game on the console. The Hitman…

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No Man’s Sky now has Pokémon-style creature battles

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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The free No Man’s Sky updates are still flowing. With the latest one, dubbed Xeno Arena, Hello Games has added a completely original feature. Players have long been able to adopt wild animals as companions. But now these can be deployed in simulated, turn-based battles against rival teams. As you win more battles,…

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The free No Man’s Sky updates are still flowing. With the latest one, dubbed Xeno Arena, Hello Games has added a completely original…

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GoPro to lay off over 20 percent of staff by the end of 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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GoPro will cut 23 percent of its global workforce by the end of this year, as the action camera pioneer looks to reverse its fortunes in a competitive market. 145 employees will be laid off, with the restructuring process commencing in the second quarter of 2026, the San Mateo company said in a Form 8-K filing. At the…

Why it matters

GoPro will cut 23 percent of its global workforce by the end of this year, as the action camera pioneer looks to reverse its fortunes in a…

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Forza Horizon 6 gives would-be racers another gorgeous open world to explore

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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I've played a couple of hours of Forza Horizon 6, and so far I've enjoyed it in much the same way as its predecessor: by exploring and taking in the sumptuous world Playground Games has crafted. The preview build I played on my Xbox Series X was limited in terms of available activities — it was basically the game's…

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I've played a couple of hours of Forza Horizon 6, and so far I've enjoyed it in much the same way as its predecessor: by exploring and…

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Fender Elie review: Handsome speaker/amp hybrids with excellent clarity

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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A new company needs to make a strong first impression. For Fender Audio, a new outfit owned by the legendary Fender Musical Instruments Corporation but operated by Riffsound, that introduction comes in the form of two speakers and a set of headphones. The Elie 6 ($300) and Elie 12 ($400) are portable Bluetooth…

Why it matters

A new company needs to make a strong first impression. For Fender Audio, a new outfit owned by the legendary Fender Musical Instruments…

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Amazon is cutting off support for older Kindles

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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If you’re using an older Kindle, you may want to check what year it was released. Amazon has sent out emails to some of its users, with a warning that it’s discontinuing support for Kindle ereaders and Fire tables released in 2012 or earlier. You can still read books you’ve already downloaded on those devices, but…

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If you’re using an older Kindle, you may want to check what year it was released. Amazon has sent out emails to some of its users, with a…

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Insta360 releases USB-C selfie screen it's calling Snap

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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Insta360, the company best known for its action cameras, just released the Snap selfie screen. It's a small display that connects via USB-C and sits on the back of your phone, helping you to use your rear camera for higher resolution vlogging or selfies. The 3.5-inch touchscreen allows you to adjust camera settings…

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Insta360, the company best known for its action cameras, just released the Snap selfie screen. It's a small display that connects via USB-C…

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Uber begins testing its Volkswagen ID. Buzz robotaxi fleet in LA

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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If you live in Los Angeles, you may soon be able to hail a Volkswagen ID. Buzz robotaxi from the Uber app. The companies' previously announced "multi-year strategic partnership" is nearing a public launch, with on-road testing with a safety driver underway. The vehicles use tech from MOIA America, the US…

Why it matters

If you live in Los Angeles, you may soon be able to hail a Volkswagen ID. Buzz robotaxi from the Uber app. The companies' previously…

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WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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Meta has released a new version of WhatsApp for CarPlay that has much better integration that its previous version. As MacRumors and 9to5Mac report, the new app gives users access to a native interface. The old WhatsApp for CarPlay is mostly limited to Siri-operated features. Users can, for instance, ask Siri to…

Why it matters

Meta has released a new version of WhatsApp for CarPlay that has much better integration that its previous version. As MacRumors and…

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Sony teases its next-gen 'True RGB' Mini LED TV technology

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-08

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This year at CES 2026 everybody was pretty confused about the new "Micro RGB" and "RGB Mini LED" TVs that use similar technology but carry different names. Now, Sony has come up with another label for its own Mini LED TVs with RGB backlighting: True RGB. The idea is to emphasize that the individual red, green and blue…

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This year at CES 2026 everybody was pretty confused about the new "Micro RGB" and "RGB Mini LED" TVs that use similar technology but carry…

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Elon Musk wants any damages from his OpenAI lawsuit given to the AI company's nonprofit arm

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Elon Musk is still taking OpenAI to court over its transition to a for-profit company, but today he amended the complaint so that he won't personally get any of the $150 billion in damages he's pushing for. The Wall Street Journal reported that if Musk wins in his upcoming trial, he wants any damages should be awarded…

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Elon Musk is still taking OpenAI to court over its transition to a for-profit company, but today he amended the complaint so that he won't…

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Anthropic launches Project Glasswing, an effort to prevent AI cyberattacks with AI

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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We see a lot of doom and gloom about the potential negative impacts of artificial intelligence, particularly centered on how it could create new problems in cybersecurity. Anthropic has announced a new initiative called Project Glasswing to help address those concerns by working "to secure the world’s most…

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We see a lot of doom and gloom about the potential negative impacts of artificial intelligence, particularly centered on how it could…

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X has a slightly more functional photo editor now

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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X is rolling out an update to its in-app photo editor that gives users the ability to edit photos with xAI's Grok, blur faces and overlay text on images. The new editing features, in particular the addition of text-based edits via an AI assistant, bring it much closer in capabilities to dedicated photo apps like…

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X is rolling out an update to its in-app photo editor that gives users the ability to edit photos with xAI's Grok, blur faces and overlay…

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Apple's foldable iPhone is reportedly at risk of delay

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Apple has run into "more issues than expected" with its foldable iPhone that may set back its release, according to Nikkei. The engineering problems reportedly cropped up during the device's early test production phase and may delay first shipments by months, according to multiple sources briefed on the…

Why it matters

Apple has run into "more issues than expected" with its foldable iPhone that may set back its release, according to Nikkei. The…

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Movie tracking app Binge uses Apple's Live Activities to warn about jump scares

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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There's a new movie tracking app in town, with a twist for squeamish horror fans. Binge leverages Apple's Live Activities feature to warn viewers about jump scares in horror movies. This seems to work rather simply. Users open the app when starting a movie and Apple devices will display warnings on the lock screen…

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There's a new movie tracking app in town, with a twist for squeamish horror fans. Binge leverages Apple's Live Activities feature to warn…

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Intel gets on board with Musk's Terafab project

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Intel has announced that it will help Elon Musk design and build his proposed Terafab in Austin, Texas, a joint venture between Musk's companies like SpaceX, Tesla and xAI to manufacture the chips necessary to power various AI projects. Musk announced Terafab in March 2026 with the plan of eventually creating a…

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Intel has announced that it will help Elon Musk design and build his proposed Terafab in Austin, Texas, a joint venture between Musk's…

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UK Meta employee reportedly downloaded 30,000 private photos from Facebook users

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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A former Meta employee in the UK is under investigation after allegations that he illicitly downloaded about 30,000 private photos from Facebook. According to The Guardian, the accused developed a software program to evade Facebook's internal security systems and access users' private images. Meta uncovered the breach…

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A former Meta employee in the UK is under investigation after allegations that he illicitly downloaded about 30,000 private photos from…

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Google updates Gemini's mental health safeguards

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Google is making some changes to how Gemini handles mental health crises. The chatbot now includes a redesigned crisis hotline module with a one-touch interface to connect to real-world help. The company is also changing how Gemini responds to signs that a user may be experiencing a mental health crisis.The redesigned…

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Google is making some changes to how Gemini handles mental health crises. The chatbot now includes a redesigned crisis hotline module with…

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Chrome finally adds support for vertical tabs.

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Google has started rolling out a small but significant update to Chrome on desktop. Starting today, users will begin seeing an option to organize their tabs vertically. To use the new feature, right click on any Chrome window and select "Show Tabs Vertically." Google is late to the game here. Before…

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Google has started rolling out a small but significant update to Chrome on desktop. Starting today, users will begin seeing an option to…

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Xbox Game Pass additions for April include Hades 2 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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As ever, Xbox is bringing a bunch of high-profile titles to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass this month, while adding several to the lower tiers of the service. There aren't too many surprises among this first wave of April newcomers, though. Many of these additions were previously confirmed, while EA Sports NHL 26…

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As ever, Xbox is bringing a bunch of high-profile titles to Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass this month, while adding several to the…

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Sony is starting a weird service that scans people to put them in PlayStation games

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Sony just announced a truly strange initiative called The Playerbase. This is a program to scan people's likenesses and pop them in PlayStation games. That's pretty wild, but potentially cool to those who have always wanted to become a weird humanoid version of Crash Bandicoot. The program is ramping up slowly. Sony…

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Sony just announced a truly strange initiative called The Playerbase. This is a program to scan people's likenesses and pop them in…

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NASA shares incredible photos from the far side of the Moon

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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The Artemis II crew made history as they traveled further from our planet than any other living humans. The astronauts and NASA are making the most of the trip, including by capturing some utterly stunning photos. The space agency shared some that were taken from the far side of the Moon, including the…

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The Artemis II crew made history as they traveled further from our planet than any other living humans. The astronauts and NASA are making…

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New ‘Game of Thrones’ Mobile Game ‘Dragonfire’ Launching Tied to ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3

Other variety.com · 2026-04-07

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Ahead of the third season of “Game of Thrones” prequel series “House of the Dragon,” Warner Bros. Games and HBO have announced “Game of Thrones: Dragonfire,” a new free-to-play mobile strategy game based on the Targaryen dynasty drama. Developed by Warner Bros. Games Boston, “Game of…

Why it matters

Ahead of the third season of “Game of Thrones” prequel series “House of the Dragon,” Warner Bros. Games and HBO…

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ASUS ZenBook A16 review: A surprisingly light and powerful 16-inch ultraportable

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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I went into 2025 incredibly amped to review ASUS's 2.2-pound ZenBook A14, only to be disappointed by the lackluster performance of its Snapdragon X chip. I'm still a bit heartbroken, to be honest. But now ASUS is back with a revamped A14 and a larger 16-inch ZenBook A16, both of which sport new Snapdragon X2 Elite…

Why it matters

I went into 2025 incredibly amped to review ASUS's 2.2-pound ZenBook A14, only to be disappointed by the lackluster performance of its…

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Motorola announces Moto Pad and next-gen Moto G Stylus

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Motorola has announced its two latest devices: the budget-friendly Moto G Stylus smartphone and the Moto Pad. The latter is a tablet and a new addition to the Motorola lineup with an 11-inch 2.5K display, compared to the 6.7-inch screen on the Moto G Stylus. The Moto Pad offers a MediaTek D6300 5G processor and 5G…

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Motorola has announced its two latest devices: the budget-friendly Moto G Stylus smartphone and the Moto Pad. The latter is a tablet and a…

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Spotify's Prompted Playlist feature now works for podcasts

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Spotify's Prompted Playlist tool now works for podcasts, after launching the feature for music earlier this year. As the name suggests, this is an AI thing. It lets users use natural language, or prompts, to describe what they're looking for in a playlist and the algorithm does the rest. The platform says the tool is…

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Spotify's Prompted Playlist tool now works for podcasts, after launching the feature for music earlier this year. As the name suggests,…

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NHTSA closes probe into Tesla's remote parking crashes

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration has closed its investigation into Tesla’s remote parking features, after it found that previously reported incidents led to minor issues and happened in low speed. NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigations opened an evaluation into incidents involving the company’s…

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The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration has closed its investigation into Tesla’s remote parking features, after it found…

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The Morning After: Apple’s foldable iPhone may be delayed

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Apple has run into “more issues than expected” with its foldable iPhone, which may delay its release, according to the Japanese business newspaper Nikkei. Multiple sources report issues that apparently occurred during early test production phases and may delay first shipments by months. Component suppliers have…

Why it matters

Apple has run into “more issues than expected” with its foldable iPhone, which may delay its release, according to the Japanese business…

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Artemis II astronaut puts all of our iPhone moon photos to shame

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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When NASA allowed Artemis II astronauts to take their smartphones with them, we already knew it could lead to some epic phone shots of the moon. NASA astronaut Reid Wiseman took one such photo on his iPhone, just as the Orion spacecraft his crew was on approached the moon for a lunar flyby. The astronauts turned off…

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When NASA allowed Artemis II astronauts to take their smartphones with them, we already knew it could lead to some epic phone shots of the…

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Amazon's new USPS deal will see postal deliveries cut by 20 percent

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-07

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Earlier this year, Amazon threatened to cut US Postal Service deliveries by as much as two thirds. Now, the parties have reached tentative a deal that will see USPS deliveries reduced by 20 percent, The Wall Street Journal reported. While not as drastic as first menaced, the reduced volume will still deal a financial…

Why it matters

Earlier this year, Amazon threatened to cut US Postal Service deliveries by as much as two thirds. Now, the parties have reached tentative…

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The League of Legends KeSPA cup will air globally on Disney+

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-06

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Disney has inked a deal with the Korea Esports Association that will bring several gaming tournaments to its streaming platform. Disney+ will be the global live streaming home for Esports Champions Asia Jinju 2026, the 2026 League of Legends KeSPA CUP and some preliminary events ahead of the 20th Asian Games…

Why it matters

Disney has inked a deal with the Korea Esports Association that will bring several gaming tournaments to its streaming platform. Disney+…

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Netflix Orders More ‘Ms. Rachel,’ ‘Sesame Street’ Episodes, Launches Kids Gaming App

Other variety.com · 2026-04-06

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Netflix has set the release dates for new episodes of “Sesame Street” and “Ms. Rachel” as it expands its kids’ content offering with renewals for more existing shows, a new series pickup and even the launch of a gaming app, Netflix Playground. The streamer has renewed “Trash…

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Netflix has set the release dates for new episodes of “Sesame Street” and “Ms. Rachel” as it expands its…

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‘Masters of the Universe: Legends Unite’ Game Set From Amazon Amid New Movie Release (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-04-03

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Amazon and Mattel are expanding the “Masters of the Universe” franchise into gaming with the reveal of “Masters of the Universe: Legends Unite,” a new title launching June 5 on Amazon Luna. The game will debut the same day as the upcoming Masters of the Universe theatrical release from Amazon MGM Studios, creating a…

Why it matters

Amazon and Mattel are expanding the “Masters of the Universe” franchise into gaming with the reveal of “Masters of the Universe: Legends…

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J.J. Abrams to Downsize Bad Robot, Production Company to Move From L.A. to New York

Other variety.com · 2026-04-02

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Big changes are underway at Bad Robot. Details are still coming together, but sources say J.J. Abrams is beginning to downsize the production banner. Sources were not clear on the exact number of cuts to come as a result of the downsizing, but it was characterized as being an across-the-board change rather than being…

Why it matters

Big changes are underway at Bad Robot. Details are still coming together, but sources say J.J. Abrams is beginning to downsize the…

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‘Dimension 20: On a Bus’ Dragon Master Katie Marovitch on Surprise Season 2 Drop, Future Episodes: ‘I Plan on Annoying Sam and Brennan Enough’

Other variety.com · 2026-04-01

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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Dimension 20: On a Bus” Season 2, now streaming on Dropout. Comedy streaming service Dropout committed to the bit hard this April Fools’ Day with the launch of a “second season” of “Dimension 20: On a Bus.” Released in a…

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SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Dimension 20: On a Bus” Season 2, now streaming on Dropout. Comedy…

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Anna Faris Explains Becoming Candy Crush’s Bubblegum Troll, the ‘Toy Story 5’ Rumor and Teases That Cindy Campbell Gets ‘Revenge’ in ‘Scary Movie 6′ (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-04-01

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Anna Faris has been sort of a gamer since at least 2003, when she says she “became crazy about puzzles.” “But now I get to play them on my phone,” she tells me. I am talking to “The House Bunny” and “Mom” star just a couple of days before she’s set to team up with […]

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Anna Faris has been sort of a gamer since at least 2003, when she says she “became crazy about puzzles.” “But now I get to play them on my…

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Prolific Video Game Voice Actor Roger Craig Smith on Celebrating Sonic the Hedgehog’s 35th Birthday, 14 Seasons of Narrating ‘Say Yes to the Dress’

Other variety.com · 2026-03-30

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He’s Ezio Auditore da Firenze from the “Assassin’s Creed” franchise. He’s Chris Redfield in “Resident Evil.” He’s Kyle Crane of “Dying Light.” He’s Raphael from “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” He’s Batman in “Arkham…

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He’s Ezio Auditore da Firenze from the “Assassin’s Creed” franchise. He’s Chris Redfield in “Resident…

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‘World of Warcraft’ Concert Series Sets Anniversary Tour (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-27

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The official “World of Warcraft” concert series is going on tour, Swiss concert production company Helvepic announced Tuesday. An immersive live concert, “World of Warcraft: 20 Years of Music” will travel the globe in partnership with Blizzard Entertainment. The tour will kick off in Los Angeles on Sept. 10 and visit…

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The official “World of Warcraft” concert series is going on tour, Swiss concert production company Helvepic announced Tuesday. An immersive…