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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…

Berlanti/Schechter, Netflix Team for Rom-Com ‘Court Date’ (Exclusive)

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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Spring is in the air and love is blooming at Netflix which picks up a pitch from rising scribe Michael Montemayor.

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Spring is in the air and love is blooming at Netflix which picks up a pitch from rising scribe Michael Montemayor.

‘Charlie’s Angels’ Reunite After 50 Years to Reflect on Show’s Highs (Giving “Women Permission to be Independent”) and Lows (Including Missed Opportunities for ‘Kramer vs. Kramer’ and Bond)

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd took part in a PaleyFest LA event in celebration of their groundbreaking series, which debuted in 1976.

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Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd took part in a PaleyFest LA event in celebration of their groundbreaking series, which debuted…

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How To Start The Starfield Terran Armada DLC

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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After a year and a half, there's finally another DLC expansion available in Starfield. The Terran Armada expansion costs $10 for all non-Premium Edition players, and it comes alongside the Free Lanes Update, which delivers a slew of additional content to the Settled Systems.Of course, if you own the Terran Armada…

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After a year and a half, there's finally another DLC expansion available in Starfield. The Terran Armada expansion costs $10 for all…

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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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Mario Merch, Switch 2 Bundles, And More - The Best Nintendo Deals This Week (April 7, 2026)

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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A whole lot of Switch 2 games are on sale this week, including several titles in the Persona series, as well as Yakuza 0: Director's Cut and Sonic X Shadow Generations. Many of these are part of Best Buy's Sega Sale--which doesn't have an end date, but is packed with enticing offers. And with the release of The Super…

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A whole lot of Switch 2 games are on sale this week, including several titles in the Persona series, as well as Yakuza 0: Director's Cut…

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is $200 off for the first time

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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My colleague Allison Johnson loved the Privacy Display in her review of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The display feature, which blocks onlookers from getting a peep at what’s on the screen when viewed from the side, is worth getting the S26 Ultra for if you are serious about privacy during your commute or elsewhere.…

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My colleague Allison Johnson loved the Privacy Display in her review of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. The display feature, which blocks…

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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…

Dalia Mubarak: A Voice Unbound by Expectations

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-07

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On Billboard Arabia’s March cover, Dalia opens up about motherhood, heartbreak, her upcoming album and her next chapter on The Voice Kids.

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On Billboard Arabia’s March cover, Dalia opens up about motherhood, heartbreak, her upcoming album and her next chapter on The Voice Kids.

‘Summer House’ Spinoff to Air Directly After Season 10 Finale Amid Amanda Batula, West Wilson Scandal

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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'In The City' will premiere on May 19 during quite a turbulent time for the show's cast who are in the midst of navigating a controversy centered around Batula and Wilson's new relationship.

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'In The City' will premiere on May 19 during quite a turbulent time for the show's cast who are in the midst of navigating a controversy…

A new Anthropic model found security problems ‘in every major operating system and web browser’

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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Anthropic is debuting a new AI model as part of a cybersecurity partnership with Nvidia, Google, Amazon Web Services, Apple, Microsoft, and other companies. Project Glasswing, as it's called, is billed as a way for large companies, and potentially even the government, to flag vulnerabilities in their systems with…

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Anthropic is debuting a new AI model as part of a cybersecurity partnership with Nvidia, Google, Amazon Web Services, Apple, Microsoft, and…

Laura Pausini Brings Out Jeanette & Pablo López in Madrid Concert: 5 Best Moments

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-07

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The artist officially wrapped the European leg of her Yo Canto tour at the Movistar Arena, before kicking off its Latin American trek this week.

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The artist officially wrapped the European leg of her Yo Canto tour at the Movistar Arena, before kicking off its Latin American trek this…

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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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Marathon's Knife Is No Longer A Miniature Halo Energy Sword

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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Marathon's latest update brings its mighty knife down a few pegs, with developer Bungie reducing its lunge distance and majorly nerfing the amount of bonus damage granted by the Melee Damage stat.Though it might not seem like it at first glance, Marathon's knife, a weapon every runner comes equipped with…

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Marathon's latest update brings its mighty knife down a few pegs, with developer Bungie reducing its lunge distance and majorly nerfing the…

KATSEYE’s Manon Talked Group Dynamics Before Hiatus: ‘Obviously Not Everyone’s Always Going To Be on the Same Page’

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-07

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The Grammy-nominated girl group's elder stateswoman was not on hand for last month's run of South American shows and she's not expected to join them at this weekend's Coachella.

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The Grammy-nominated girl group's elder stateswoman was not on hand for last month's run of South American shows and she's not expected to…

The Indie Filmmaker Mounting an Emmy Campaign for Lili Reinhart — And Thinking About His Next Move Along the Way

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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Cooper Raiff, who created and stars in 'Hal & Harper' alongside Reinhart, explains why awards matter in the modern indie world: "If I want to make a movie the way that I want to make it, I have to win an Academy Award."

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Cooper Raiff, who created and stars in 'Hal & Harper' alongside Reinhart, explains why awards matter in the modern indie world: "If I…

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Cyberpunk 2077 PS5 Pro Update CD Projekt Red Once Said No To Is Almost Here

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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After the PS5 Pro launched, many players wanted a Cyberpunk 2077 update, but CD Projekt Red originally said it had no plans to use the console’s extra power. Now, in 2026, that has changed thanks to a major upgrade to the PS5 Pro's PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution upscaling technology. This update arrives on…

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After the PS5 Pro launched, many players wanted a Cyberpunk 2077 update, but CD Projekt Red originally said it had no plans to use the…

The rugged Bose Soundlink Flex is 25 percent off right now

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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We saw a host of excellent Bose discounts during Amazon’s so-called Big Spring Sale last month; however, none of them were quite as steep as the current price drop we’re seeing on the latest Bose Soundlink Flex. Right now, the portable speaker is on sale at Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy for $119 ($40 off), […]

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We saw a host of excellent Bose discounts during Amazon’s so-called Big Spring Sale last month; however, none of them were quite as steep…

Sundance Institute Sets Native Lab Participants

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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Four fellows selected include Taylor Foreman-Niko, Miles T. RedCorn, Sabrina Saleha and Ashley Qilavaq-Savard with two artists-in-residence Sayun Simung and Taylour Chang.

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Four fellows selected include Taylor Foreman-Niko, Miles T. RedCorn, Sabrina Saleha and Ashley Qilavaq-Savard with two artists-in-residence…

Peabody Awards: ‘Mr. Nobody Against Putin,’ ‘Pee-Wee As Himself,’ ‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Among First Set of Nominees

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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The board of jurors announced nominations in the categories of documentary, news, public service and radio/podcast on Tuesday, with nominees in the arts, children's/youth, entertainment and interactive and immersive categories set to be named on Thursday.

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The board of jurors announced nominations in the categories of documentary, news, public service and radio/podcast on Tuesday, with…

Melanie Martinez Reveals How Tumblr Could Get Her to Make a New Account

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-07

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The singer talks about her new album Hades, killing Cry Baby and her favorite artists in the new episode of Billboard's In Conversation.

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The singer talks about her new album Hades, killing Cry Baby and her favorite artists in the new episode of Billboard's In Conversation.

Vertical browser tabs are better and you should use them

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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Google's Chrome browser is getting a couple of new features, both of them extremely welcome and wildly overdue. The first is a reading mode, which does what it already does in most other browsers: strip out a lot of website cruft to make pages easier to read. Reading mode is good, you should use it, […]

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Google's Chrome browser is getting a couple of new features, both of them extremely welcome and wildly overdue. The first is a reading…

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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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Call Of Duty's Dave Chappelle Skin Shows Where Activision Really Stands On Inclusivity

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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It's almost that time of year again, when every corporate entity temporarily gives its logo a rainbow makeover and publicly reaffirms its commitment to inclusivity. But before we get to Pride Month, we have to get through 4/20, which Call of Duty is celebrating with a pair of skins depicting Thurgood Jenkins, the…

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It's almost that time of year again, when every corporate entity temporarily gives its logo a rainbow makeover and publicly reaffirms its…

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Dropout's Game Changer Is Becoming A Board Game

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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Players who enjoy rule-bending chaos rejoice: Game Changer is becoming a board game. The cult-favorite series from Dropout--hosted by Sam Reich (was he here the whole time?)--has built a strong following online thanks to its deceptively simple premise: Players don't know the rules until the game is already underway.…

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Players who enjoy rule-bending chaos rejoice: Game Changer is becoming a board game. The cult-favorite series from Dropout--hosted by Sam…

Lady Gaga Cancels Montreal Show While Battling Respiratory Infection

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-07

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The pop star called off the concert on doctor's orders, and it's unclear if she'll still be able to play her other Mayhem Ball tour dates this week

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The pop star called off the concert on doctor's orders, and it's unclear if she'll still be able to play her other Mayhem Ball tour dates…

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This Turn-Based RPG Musical Is Fun But Drags A Bit In Act 3 | People Of Note Review

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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People of Note was clearly made with lots of love, but it is also a deeply silly game. Conflicts are resolved between musicians flinging music at each other, a simple country-wide road trip transforms into a battle to save all of reality, and somehow everyone is convinced that the power of friendship will somehow…

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People of Note was clearly made with lots of love, but it is also a deeply silly game. Conflicts are resolved between musicians flinging…

Suno and major music labels reportedly clash over AI music sharing

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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The AI-powered musicmaker Suno is struggling to reach licensing deals with Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment. That's according to a report from the Financial Times, which says both sides can't agree on whether users should be able to share the AI-generated songs they create. "Universal wants…

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The AI-powered musicmaker Suno is struggling to reach licensing deals with Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment. That's…

Why J.J. Abrams Is Downsizing

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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His Bad Robot banner went from a $250 million Warners deal to scrapping its Santa Monica HQ in just a few years.

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His Bad Robot banner went from a $250 million Warners deal to scrapping its Santa Monica HQ in just a few years.

Satechi’s 3-in-1 travel stand now wirelessly charges your phone at 25W

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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The WPC introduced the Qi2.2 standard in April 2025, but the rollout of faster wireless chargers has been relatively slow. Following companies like Nomad, Belkin, and Kuxiu, Satechi has announced a new charger that supports Qi2.2. The 3-in-1 Foldable Wireless Charging Stand is an updated version of an existing…

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The WPC introduced the Qi2.2 standard in April 2025, but the rollout of faster wireless chargers has been relatively slow. Following…

Meryl Streep Calls Out Melania Trump While Talking ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ With Anna Wintour for Vogue

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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The women, in a wide-ranging conversation led by Greta Gerwig for the new cover story, also touch on fashion, losing famous friends and their anticipation around the movie sequel.

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The women, in a wide-ranging conversation led by Greta Gerwig for the new cover story, also touch on fashion, losing famous friends and…

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Kurt Vile announces new album ‘Philadelphia’s Been Good To Me’ with atmospheric ‘Chance To Bleed’ and 2026 UK, European and North American tour

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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“I’m treating it like my last record. I put everything into it” The post Kurt Vile announces new album ‘Philadelphia’s Been Good To Me’ with atmospheric ‘Chance To Bleed’ and 2026 UK, European and North American tour appeared first on NME.

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“I’m treating it like my last record. I put everything into it” The post Kurt Vile announces new album ‘Philadelphia’s Been…

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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…

The Moto Pad is Motorola’s first US-bound tablet in over a decade

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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Motorola announced two new devices today, including one of its first tablets to be available from a US carrier since Verizon's Xyboard tablets in 2011. The new Moto Pad is joined by the 2026 edition of the Moto G Stylus featuring an upgraded pen that responds to tilt and pressure changes in supported apps. The…

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Motorola announced two new devices today, including one of its first tablets to be available from a US carrier since Verizon's Xyboard…

Intel will help build Elon Musk’s Terafab AI chip factory

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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Elon Musk's Terafab AI chip project in Austin, Texas, is gaining a crucial new partner: Intel. On Tuesday, the American chipmaker announced it was signing on to help design and build the sprawling facility, which would supply AI chips to Musk's two companies, SpaceX (newly merged with xAI) and Tesla. Musk needs AI…

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Elon Musk's Terafab AI chip project in Austin, Texas, is gaining a crucial new partner: Intel. On Tuesday, the American chipmaker announced…

At $150 off, the new MacBook Air is now cheaper than last year’s model

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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If you were bummed that the new M5-powered MacBook Air cost $100 more than last year’s model, we’ve got some good news: it’s now cheaper than its predecessor. You can currently buy the latest 13-inch MacBook Air with an M5 chip, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD on sale for $949.99 ($150 off) at […]

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If you were bummed that the new M5-powered MacBook Air cost $100 more than last year’s model, we’ve got some good news: it’s now cheaper…

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Pokemon Champions: The Beginner's Guide To Competitive Pokemon

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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EVs, natures, abilities, priority, secondary effects, damage rolls! Learning competitive Pokemon can be overwhelming. Pokemon Champions is the next phase of serious competitive play, and the free-to-play release on Switch and mobile will be used for competitive events going forward. While the core of Pokemon is meant…

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EVs, natures, abilities, priority, secondary effects, damage rolls! Learning competitive Pokemon can be overwhelming. Pokemon Champions is…

HBO’s ‘Half Man’ Trailer Hints at a Violent, Codependent Relationship

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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‘Baby Reindeer’ creator Richard Gadd and Jamie Bell star in the limited series, which will also air on the BBC.

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‘Baby Reindeer’ creator Richard Gadd and Jamie Bell star in the limited series, which will also air on the BBC.

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Super Mario Galaxy Movie Includes Disclaimer That It Cannot Be Used For AI Training

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is in theaters now, and it's putting up big numbers at the box office. It's also been discovered that the film ends with a disclaimer about AI.The movie's credit sequences includes a line about how the movie "may not be used to train AI."This wasn't specific to The Super Mario Galaxy…

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is in theaters now, and it's putting up big numbers at the box office. It's also been discovered that the film…

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‘The Boys’ season five review: grisly superhero satire nails the endgame

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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No longer just a parody of Marvel and DC, the final season of this brutal comic book story picks apart real world horrors The post ‘The Boys’ season five review: grisly superhero satire nails the endgame appeared first on NME.

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No longer just a parody of Marvel and DC, the final season of this brutal comic book story picks apart real world horrors The post ‘The…

Jack White Revealed as Surprise Coachella Performer

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-07

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Singer-songwriter will open festival's Mojave tent on Saturday in highly coveted slot

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Singer-songwriter will open festival's Mojave tent on Saturday in highly coveted slot

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Melvin Benn says Pepsi originally approved and “signed off” on Kanye West headlining Wireless before pulling out as sponsor

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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The Festival Republic boss also said not consulting the Jewish community over the now-cancelled event “may prove to be a mistake” The post Melvin Benn says Pepsi originally approved and “signed off” on Kanye West headlining Wireless before pulling out as sponsor appeared first on NME.

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The Festival Republic boss also said not consulting the Jewish community over the now-cancelled event “may prove to be a mistake” The post…

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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…

Bleachers To Kick Off Rolling Stone’s 2026 Rock Tour in New Orleans

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-07

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Jack Antonoff and his band will headline the Fillmore on May 20 for the first stop of our six-date tour

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Jack Antonoff and his band will headline the Fillmore on May 20 for the first stop of our six-date tour

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Rostam shares cover of former band Vampire Weekend’s ‘Young Lion’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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The track originally featured at the end of the band's 2013 album 'Modern Vampires Of The City' The post Rostam shares cover of former band Vampire Weekend’s ‘Young Lion’ appeared first on NME.

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The track originally featured at the end of the band's 2013 album 'Modern Vampires Of The City' The post Rostam shares cover of former band…

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You Could Be In A PlayStation Game If You Write Well, Love PlayStation, Play And Own A Lot, Have Anecdotes, And More

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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PlayStation has announced a new contest called The Playerbase, and it will allow winners to have their likenesses scanned to appear in PlayStation games.This begins with Gran Turismo 7, but PlayStation said it will expand the program to include other titles from PlayStation Studios.Here's how it works: You can visit…

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PlayStation has announced a new contest called The Playerbase, and it will allow winners to have their likenesses scanned to appear 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…

Goose Get Groovey and Discombobulated on New Song ‘Good2B’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-07

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Rick Mitarotonda tells Rolling Stone the first offering from the band’s new album, Big Modern!, is all about “surrendering to an ecstasy in all of that chaos”

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Rick Mitarotonda tells Rolling Stone the first offering from the band’s new album, Big Modern!, is all about “surrendering to an ecstasy in…

First photos of solar eclipse from Artemis II crew look almost too good to be real

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-07

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The Artemis II astronauts have already captured some incredible sights of the Earth and Moon during their journey. Now we can add a new visual to that list: a total solar eclipse as seen from deep space. It looks almost too perfect; the Moon has crisp, but uneven edges, while bright stars dot the area […]

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The Artemis II astronauts have already captured some incredible sights of the Earth and Moon during their journey. Now we can add a new…

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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…

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

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New Game Of Thrones Game Officially Revealed For Mobile

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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Warner Bros. Games and HBO have released a new trailer for Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, an upcoming free-to-play mobile game based on the prequel series House of the Dragon.A strategy game set 172 years before Daenerys Targaryen was born, Dragonfire is developed by Warner Bros. Games Boston and takes inspiration from…

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Warner Bros. Games and HBO have released a new trailer for Game of Thrones: Dragonfire, an upcoming free-to-play mobile game based on the…

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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…

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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…

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New Game Pass Games For April 2026: Hades 2, Kiln, And Vampire Crawlers Headline A Busy Month

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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Get ready for wildcards, ice hockey, and pottery deathmatches in AprilMicrosoft just revealed a new batch of games coming to Xbox Game Pass, and this month is packed. Several day-one releases are on the way, and in between those big launches, you’ll have a chance to catch up on other titles you might have missed.One…

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Get ready for wildcards, ice hockey, and pottery deathmatches in AprilMicrosoft just revealed a new batch of games coming to Xbox Game…

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Best Loadouts In Call Of Duty: Warzone For BO7 Season 3

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has arrived in Warzone. The big update brings new guns, more attachments, and some weapon tuning, so you'll likely want to swap out some of the loadouts you used last season. In this guide, we will recommend some of the best weapon builds for Warzone in Season 3.Black Ops 7's…

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Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has arrived in Warzone. The big update brings new guns, more attachments, and some weapon tuning, so…

Kanye West Blocked From Entering U.K. Amid Wireless Festival Backlash

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-07

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The Home Office rejected the rapper's travel application, saying his presence in the country would not be conducive to the public good

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The Home Office rejected the rapper's travel application, saying his presence in the country would not be conducive to the public good

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Dozens Of Sega Physical Edition Games Are On Sale At Best Buy

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-07

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A handful of Sega games are discounted at Best Buy, including options for PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox, and many are available at their lowest prices ever. The catalog isn't too overwhelming (there's just 32 titles), so consider taking a few minutes to peruse the deals and see if there's anything on your wishlist.…

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A handful of Sega games are discounted at Best Buy, including options for PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox, and many are available at their…

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‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’ composer to score ‘Legend Of Zelda’ film alongside series icon Koji Kondo

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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John Paesano has been added to the adaptation’s IMDb page The post ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’ composer to score ‘Legend Of Zelda’ film alongside series icon Koji Kondo appeared first on NME.

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John Paesano has been added to the adaptation’s IMDb page The post ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’ composer to score ‘Legend Of Zelda’ film alongside…

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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…

‘The Girl With the Needle,’ ‘The Ties That Bind Us’ Directors to Pitch New Films to Investors at Cannes Market

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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The fourth edition of the Marche du Film's event for VIP private investors will feature eight new projects, including one from the writer of 'Dheepan' and one from the director of 'The Settlers.'

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The fourth edition of the Marche du Film's event for VIP private investors will feature eight new projects, including one from the writer…

‘The Boys’ Creator Eric Kripke “Anxious” About Fan Reaction to Final Episode

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-07

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Eric Kripke on how he's "girding his loins" for the season 5 finale reaction, plus the dizzying parallels between our current political reality and the acclaimed Amazon superhero hit's new episodes.

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Eric Kripke on how he's "girding his loins" for the season 5 finale reaction, plus the dizzying parallels between our current political…

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Wireless Festival cancelled after UK government block Kanye West from entering country

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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The booking had prompted widespread criticism, including from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer The post Wireless Festival cancelled after UK government block Kanye West from entering country appeared first on NME.

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The booking had prompted widespread criticism, including from Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer The post Wireless Festival cancelled after UK…

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Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s “wise elder” Albert Mazibuko dies, aged 77: “What a legend, he and his group took the world by storm”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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He was part of the group for over five decades, and helped them win five Grammys and secure the first gold-selling album in Africa The post Ladysmith Black Mambazo’s “wise elder” Albert Mazibuko dies, aged 77: “What a legend, he and his group took the world by storm” appeared first on NME.

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He was part of the group for over five decades, and helped them win five Grammys and secure the first gold-selling album in Africa The post…

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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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Fred Again.. B2B with Thomas Bangalter DJ mix from Alexandra Palace audio now available on Apple Music

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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It was Bangalter’s second ever live show in two decades, and saw him break out Daft Punk classics The post Fred Again.. B2B with Thomas Bangalter DJ mix from Alexandra Palace audio now available on Apple Music appeared first on NME.

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It was Bangalter’s second ever live show in two decades, and saw him break out Daft Punk classics The post Fred Again.. B2B with Thomas…

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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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Netflix price rises are illegal, rules Italian court

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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The case against the streaming giant was brought by an Italian consumer group The post Netflix price rises are illegal, rules Italian court appeared first on NME.

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The case against the streaming giant was brought by an Italian consumer group The post Netflix price rises are illegal, rules Italian court…

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Watch Pet Shop Boys debut deep cuts and air rarities at first night of “obscure” song London residency

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-07

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They played 10 songs live for the first time ever, and broke some out for the first time in over 20 years The post Watch Pet Shop Boys debut deep cuts and air rarities at first night of “obscure” song London residency appeared first on NME.

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They played 10 songs live for the first time ever, and broke some out for the first time in over 20 years The post Watch Pet Shop Boys…

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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…

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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…

Kanye West Offers to Meet With U.K. Jewish Community Amid Wireless Festival Backlash

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-07

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“My only goal is to come to London and present a show of change, bringing unity, peace, and love through my music,” the rapper said

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“My only goal is to come to London and present a show of change, bringing unity, peace, and love through my music,” the rapper said

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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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Apple's foldable iPhone may be delayed due to engineering snags

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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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 the 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…

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

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New Jersey has no right to ban Kalshi's prediction market, US appeals court rules

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

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Kalshi can't be stopped in New Jersey. A 3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals panel ruled on Monday that New Jersey has no authority to regulate Kalshi's prediction market allowing people to bet on the outcome of sports events. That power rests with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the panel ruled 2-1.  The…

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Kalshi can't be stopped in New Jersey. A 3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals panel ruled on Monday that New Jersey has no authority to regulate…

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Apple will again appeal to the Supreme Court in battle with Epic Games

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

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The legal battle between Epic Games and Apple is escalating once again. For a second time, the warring factions are going straight to the top of the judicial system. Apple is asking for the Supreme Court to review when and how it can charge commissions on mobile purchases made via third-party payment systems. The…

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The legal battle between Epic Games and Apple is escalating once again. For a second time, the warring factions are going straight to the…

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Three YouTubers accuse Apple of illegal scraping to train its AI models

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

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Three YouTube channels have banded together and filed a class action lawsuit against Apple, as first spotted by MacRumors. According to the lawsuit, the creators behind h3h3 Productions, MrShortGameGolf and Golfholics have accused Apple of violating the Digital Millennium Copyright Act by scraping copyrighted videos…

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Three YouTube channels have banded together and filed a class action lawsuit against Apple, as first spotted by MacRumors. According to the…

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NASA's Artemis II crew just flew farther away from Earth than anyone ever has before

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

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NASA's Artemis II crew just set a new distance record in miles traveled away from Earth. The team of four astronauts are in the process of circling the Moon, reaching 5,000 miles beyond the natural satellite. That brings the total distance traveled away from our home to over 250,000 miles. Gene Roddenberry would be…

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NASA's Artemis II crew just set a new distance record in miles traveled away from Earth. The team of four astronauts are in the process of…

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You can now search through app reviews on the Google Play Store

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

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Finding the right app on the Google Play Store just got a lot easier. Google is rolling out a new search function for an app's reviews when navigating its Play Store, as first spotted by Android Authority. The new feature only currently searches for exact matches of at least two words, but it should still help users…

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Finding the right app on the Google Play Store just got a lot easier. Google is rolling out a new search function for an app's reviews when…

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Netflix just released a standalone gaming app for kids

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

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Netflix just released a free app called Playground for smartphones and tablets. This is a gaming app for kids, aged eight and under. It's available to all Netflix members on any tier, and the company promises it doesn't have ads or in-app purchases. It also works without a mobile or Wi-Fi connection. Netflix says this…

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Netflix just released a free app called Playground for smartphones and tablets. This is a gaming app for kids, aged eight and under. It's…

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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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How to watch the historic Artemis II lunar flyby

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

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NASA's Artemis II mission is about to make history. After a successful April 1 launch, and a trip of 39,000 miles through space, astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover and Jeremy Hansen are about to travel farther from Earth than any human beings have before, and you can watch the entire thing unfold…

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NASA's Artemis II mission is about to make history. After a successful April 1 launch, and a trip of 39,000 miles through space, astronauts…

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Mercedes-Benz recalls some G-Wagon EVs due to risk of wheels falling off

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

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Before you take your electric G-Wagon for its next off-roading excursion, you may want to stop by an authorized dealer. The German automaker issued a recall for every Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ technology with the 2025 model year, as first spotted by InsideEVs. According to the recall on the National Highway Traffic…

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Before you take your electric G-Wagon for its next off-roading excursion, you may want to stop by an authorized dealer. The German…

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Samsung's Music Studio speakers and two of its 2026 soundbars are available now

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

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Back at CES, Samsung showed off a new line of speakers and two of its 2026 soundbars. Today, the company announced pricing for the entire suite of new products, including two soundbars that weren’t inside its showroom in Vegas. All but two of the new devices are available to order now, so you might not have to wait to…

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Back at CES, Samsung showed off a new line of speakers and two of its 2026 soundbars. Today, the company announced pricing for the entire…

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Artemis II arrives in lunar space ahead of its trip around the Moon

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

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Artemis II and its four-person crew have entered the Moon’s “sphere of influence,” meaning the spacecraft is more affected by lunar gravity than the Earth’s pull. The transition occurred at a distance of 39,000 miles from the Moon, four days, six hours and two minutes into the mission. The next and most important…

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Artemis II and its four-person crew have entered the Moon’s “sphere of influence,” meaning the spacecraft is more affected by lunar gravity…

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The UK government reportedly wants Anthropic to expand its presence in London

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-05

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While the US and Anthropic are in the midst of a major dispute, the UK is trying to sway the San Francisco-based AI company to expand its presence on English soil. According to a report from The Financial Times, staffers at the UK's Department for Science, Innovation and Technology have worked on proposals that…

Why it matters

While the US and Anthropic are in the midst of a major dispute, the UK is trying to sway the San Francisco-based AI company to expand its…

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Samsung will discontinue its Messages app in July and replace it with Google's

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-05

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Samsung is putting the final nail in the coffin for its own messaging app. The smartphone maker posted an "End of Service Announcement" on its website, revealing that the Samsung Messages app will no longer be available by July of this year. Samsung also recommended that anyone still using Samsung Messages switch over…

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Samsung is putting the final nail in the coffin for its own messaging app. The smartphone maker posted an "End of Service Announcement" on…

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Devils on the Moon brings the score-chasing of pinball to the Playdate

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-05

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Pinball video games have been around for years — I cut my teeth on Space Cadet 3D Pinball, which was pre-loaded on Windows 95. They range from realistic recreations of pinball tables you’ll find at arcades to games that could never exist in real life like 2019’s Demon’s Tilt or older ones like Metroid Prime Pinball…

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Pinball video games have been around for years — I cut my teeth on Space Cadet 3D Pinball, which was pre-loaded on Windows 95. They range…

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The Spaceballs sequel will be released in April next year

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

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There's finally a release date for the Spaceballs sequel — but before you get too excited, it's a whole year away. As first reported by Deadline, Amazon MGM Studios announced on Friday night that the upcoming Spaceballs movie will hit theaters on April 23, 2027, right around the 40th anniversary of the first film.…

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There's finally a release date for the Spaceballs sequel — but before you get too excited, it's a whole year away. As first reported by…

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Ursula K. Le Guin's blog has been turned into a podcast

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

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For those who will never tire of the words of Ursula K. Le Guin, a special treat is on the way. The esteemed late author's blog, which she started in 2010 at the age of 81, is being rereleased as a podcast, In Your Spare Time. Le Guin's blog ran until 2017, and a book collecting a selection of those posts was…

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For those who will never tire of the words of Ursula K. Le Guin, a special treat is on the way. The esteemed late author's blog, which she…

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An Italian court ruled Netflix has to refund its customers for price hikes dating back to 2017

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

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Instead of raising prices again, Netflix may have to lower its subscription costs in Italy. A court in Rome recently ruled that Netflix owed its Italian users a refund for price hikes between 2017 and January 2024 and a reduction to previous subscription costs. On top of the refunds, Netflix Italia would have to…

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Instead of raising prices again, Netflix may have to lower its subscription costs in Italy. A court in Rome recently ruled that Netflix…

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Ireland is testing out a digital wallet that conducts age verification for social media users

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

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Before it's publicly available later this year, the Irish government is trialing its Government Digital Wallet, which includes a way to verify a user's age to access social media platforms. In its press release, the government's Department of Public Expediture, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation…

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Before it's publicly available later this year, the Irish government is trialing its Government Digital Wallet, which includes a way to…

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Apple iOS 26.5 public beta is now available

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

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Apple has released the first public beta for iOS 26.5, just a few days after the beta for developers came out. One of the biggest changes the new operating system brings is the “Suggested Places” feature in Apple Maps. It will show you trending places to visit, such as restaurants and other establishments, near your…

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Apple has released the first public beta for iOS 26.5, just a few days after the beta for developers came out. One of the biggest changes…

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It's no longer free to use Claude through third-party tools like OpenClaw

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

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Anthropic is no longer offering a free ride for third-party apps using its Claude AI. Boris Cherny, Anthropic's creator and head of Claude Code, posted on X that Claude subscriptions will no longer cover using the AI agent for third-party tools, like OpenClaw, for free. As of 3PM ET on April 4, anyone using Claude…

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Anthropic is no longer offering a free ride for third-party apps using its Claude AI. Boris Cherny, Anthropic's creator and head of Claude…

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The latest on the Artemis II mission to the moon, and more science stories

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

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We got to share in a rare moment of collective awe this week as four astronauts blasted off toward the moon, beginning a 10-day journey that will take them farther from Earth than any humans have traveled in the last 50 years. It'll still be a little while before they reach their destination — the Orion spacecraft is…

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We got to share in a rare moment of collective awe this week as four astronauts blasted off toward the moon, beginning a 10-day journey…

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Super Meat Boy 3D, coin-pushing chaos and other new indie games worth checking out

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

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. As ever, we've got a whole bunch of new games for you to dive into this weekend, along with announcements and updates on several others that are coming down the pike.I love how spoiled we are for game showcases these days, and I'm really looking…

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Welcome to our latest roundup of what's going on in the indie game space. As ever, we've got a whole bunch of new games for you to dive…

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AI animation studio Toonstar will turn books into digital shows for HarperCollins

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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HarperCollins is tapping into AI to bring some of its book franchises to life. Specifically, the publisher is teaming up with Toonstar, an AI animation studio, to turn them into digital shows. The first project will be an adaptation of Lisa Greenwald’s “Friendship List” series, which will also be joined by a graphic…

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HarperCollins is tapping into AI to bring some of its book franchises to life. Specifically, the publisher is teaming up with Toonstar, an…

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Jason Blundell announces his new-new studio, Magic Fractal

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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Jason Blundell, a former creative lead on Activision Blizzard's Call of Duty: Black Ops series, has announced that he's formed a new development studio called Magic Fractal Studios. Blundell announced the studio on a livestream with former Dark Outlaw Games coworker JC Farmer, a little over a week after the previous…

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Jason Blundell, a former creative lead on Activision Blizzard's Call of Duty: Black Ops series, has announced that he's formed a new…

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Banks working on the SpaceX IPO reportedly have to subscribe to Grok

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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Cutthroat capitalism sure does bring out the best in humanity. Take, for example, Elon Musk. He reportedly set a condition for banks, law firms, auditors and advisors who want to work on the SpaceX IPO. They're required to subscribe to the bastion of nonconsensual deepfakes and occasional Hitler praise known as…

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Cutthroat capitalism sure does bring out the best in humanity. Take, for example, Elon Musk. He reportedly set a condition for banks, law…

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The Artemis II crew snapped some mesmerizing photos of Earth

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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On their way around the Moon, the Artemis II crew had time to snap some terrific pictures of our blue planet. NASA has begun sharing the images, including the one above, which shows a striking view of Earth through the Orion capsule's window.Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman overcame the crew’s problems with Microsoft…

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On their way around the Moon, the Artemis II crew had time to snap some terrific pictures of our blue planet. NASA has begun sharing the…

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March Madness 2026: How to watch the Final Four

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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Let’s face it: your bracket was probably busted a long time ago. The 2026 NCAA basketball tournaments, affectionately known as March Madness, is ending soon. The Final Four for both the men’s and women’s tournaments starts this weekend. Both the men’s and women’s tournaments are available to stream through various…

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Let’s face it: your bracket was probably busted a long time ago. The 2026 NCAA basketball tournaments, affectionately known as March…

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Take-Two laid off the head its AI division and an undisclosed number of staff

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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Take-Two, the owner of Grand Theft Auto developer Rockstar Games, has seemingly laid off the head of its AI division, Luke Dicken, and several staff members working under him. "​​It’s truly disappointing that I have to share with you that my time with T2 — and that of my team — has come to an end," Dicken shared in a…

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Take-Two, the owner of Grand Theft Auto developer Rockstar Games, has seemingly laid off the head of its AI division, Luke Dicken, and…

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Much like the game’s zombies, State of Decay 3 is somehow still alive

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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Amid Microsoft's hacking and slashing of its Xbox division, you wouldn't be crazy for thinking State of Decay 3 was dead. After all, the title was announced nearly six years ago, and, well, we haven't heard much since. But the survival game is still in the pipeline, and developer Undead Labs will hold a series of…

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Amid Microsoft's hacking and slashing of its Xbox division, you wouldn't be crazy for thinking State of Decay 3 was dead. After all, the…

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Trump labor board tells Amazon to negotiate with Staten Island warehouse union

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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The Trump administration's labor board has ordered Amazon to recognize and bargain with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union, which represents workers at a warehouse in Staten Island. This is just the latest chapter in a multiyear standoff between Staten Island warehouse workers and Amazon, according to a…

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The Trump administration's labor board has ordered Amazon to recognize and bargain with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union,…

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is a black hole of entertainment

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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I realized something was genuinely wrong with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie about 30 minutes in: I hadn't laughed even once. My audience of around 15 people, including a few families, was dead silent as well. The guy sitting behind me, a Nintendo fan decked out in Mario gear, was so bored he fell asleep. Sure, this is…

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I realized something was genuinely wrong with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie about 30 minutes in: I hadn't laughed even once. My audience of…

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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…

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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…

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Engadget Podcast: How Apple keeps redefining personal computing at 50

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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For a 50-year-old company, Apple remains pretty hip and nimble. This week, Devindra and Senior Reporter Igor Bonifacic dive into Apple's big birthday, the state of the company today and what the next 50 years could bring. It remains one of the few PC companies that’s still firmly committed to the idea of personal…

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For a 50-year-old company, Apple remains pretty hip and nimble. This week, Devindra and Senior Reporter Igor Bonifacic dive into Apple's…

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Fan fiction website AO3 is finally coming out of beta

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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The famous fan fiction website Archive of Our Own or AO3 has finally exited open beta, 17 years after it launched way back in 2009. AO3 is a nonprofit created by the by the Organization for Transformative Works. In an announcement, the team reminisced about its early days and how volunteers had to manually send out…

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The famous fan fiction website Archive of Our Own or AO3 has finally exited open beta, 17 years after it launched way back in 2009. AO3 is…

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The Morning After: NASA’s Artemis II is on a voyage around the Moon

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-03

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NASA’s Artemis II successfully launched on April 1, with its crew on a 10-day mission to circle the Moon. It’s the first crewed Artemis flight and a major step toward humanity returning to our little neighbor in the future. Since launch, the vehicle has separated from its launch system and been manually piloted,…

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NASA’s Artemis II successfully launched on April 1, with its crew on a 10-day mission to circle the Moon. It’s the first crewed Artemis…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Director BenDavid Grabinski on Future of ‘Scott Pilgrim’ After ‘EX’ Video Game, Filming Two Vince Vaughns for ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’

Other variety.com · 2026-03-27

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“Scott Pilgrim” fans got another hit of their favorite world earlier this month with the launch of new beat-em-up video game, “Scott Pilgrim EX.” And there might be more where that came from. BenDavid Grabinski, who produced the Tribute Games video game in collaboration with “Scott…

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“Scott Pilgrim” fans got another hit of their favorite world earlier this month with the launch of new beat-em-up video game,…

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‘Poppy Playtime’ Video Game Creators on Chapter 5’s Massive Launch, Film Adaptation and Plotting Chapter 6: ‘What Comes Next Has to Really Hit Hard’

Other variety.com · 2026-03-27

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Survival horror game “Poppy Playtime” launched its fifth installment Feb. 18, breaking records set by the video game franchise’s previous debuts with 110,000 units sold in the first three hours, 175,000 on Day 1 overall and 275,000 by the end of its first week of availability. From indie developer…

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Survival horror game “Poppy Playtime” launched its fifth installment Feb. 18, breaking records set by the video game…