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“STFU”: ‘Supergirl’ Star Milly Alcock Just Proved Her Point About Fan Backlash

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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Alcock is getting ironic backlash for pointing out that young women in franchise projects get backlash. Rachel Zegler, Sydney Sweeney, Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera and Bella Ramsey can probably relate.

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Alcock is getting ironic backlash for pointing out that young women in franchise projects get backlash. Rachel Zegler, Sydney Sweeney,…

Romeo Santos & Prince Royce Kick Off Mejor Tarde Que Nunca Tour: Full Setlist

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-02

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The highly-awaited joint tour began on Wednesday (April 1) at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. See every song from the kick-off show below.

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The highly-awaited joint tour began on Wednesday (April 1) at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. See every song from the kick-off show below.

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PSA: YouTube will be streaming Coachella for free next week

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Coachella officially kicks off next Friday, April 10. But for anyone who doesn’t want to fly out to the desert or fork over upwards of $650 for a ticket, YouTube is going to livestream the concert for free so you can enjoy it on your own terms. Here’s a quick overview of all the programming that will be available in…

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Coachella officially kicks off next Friday, April 10. But for anyone who doesn’t want to fly out to the desert or fork over upwards of $650…

Five questions for the guys who made a compass that points to the Times Square Olive Garden

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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Here's a question almost nobody is asking: how do you get to the Times Square Olive Garden? Well, these beautiful weirdos are answering it - the team that made the Times Square Olive Garden compass. If that's not clear enough, let me explain. They're making a compass that points you exclusively in the direction of…

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Here's a question almost nobody is asking: how do you get to the Times Square Olive Garden? Well, these beautiful weirdos are answering it…

Elon Musk is about to be a very busy boy!

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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To be honest, I thought Elon Musk would confidentially file for SpaceX's IPO on the 20th of this month, rather than the 1st. But maybe that just means he's moved on to other numbers, and we should all mark our calendars for June 7th as an IPO date just in case. Based on the April […]

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To be honest, I thought Elon Musk would confidentially file for SpaceX's IPO on the 20th of this month, rather than the 1st. But maybe that…

Bad Bunny Super Bowl Breakout Lincoln Fox to Make Film Debut (Exclusive)

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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The young actor, who was presented a Grammy during the halftime show, will star as an immigrant child in 'Home' opposite Mike Vogel, Alexa PenaVega and Dennis Haysbert.

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The young actor, who was presented a Grammy during the halftime show, will star as an immigrant child in 'Home' opposite Mike Vogel, Alexa…

Neon Plans Art World Conversation Series for ‘The Christophers’ Release

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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The Steven Soderbergh movie stars Ian McKellen as a storied English artist and Michaela Coel as an upstart painter.

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The Steven Soderbergh movie stars Ian McKellen as a storied English artist and Michaela Coel as an upstart painter.

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"Nothing In Our Games Will Be AI-generated. Ever," Says Warframe Community Director

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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On March 25, 2013, Digital Extremes launched a free-to-play sci-fi action title called Warframe, putting players in the roles of the Tenno, fighting against interstellar evils across the galaxy. What started with humble beginnings has now grown into one of the most successful live-service games on the market, and…

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On March 25, 2013, Digital Extremes launched a free-to-play sci-fi action title called Warframe, putting players in the roles of the Tenno,…

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Amazon Prime Members Can Get These 20 Games For Free In April

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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The month has just begun, and if you're looking to grab a few free games, then you can check out everything that Amazon Luna has to offer in April. Amazon Prime members can claim these 12 PC games and eight more via the cloud for a total of 20 freebies. One of the best games being offered this month, XCOM: Enemy…

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The month has just begun, and if you're looking to grab a few free games, then you can check out everything that Amazon Luna has to offer…

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Call Of Duty Gets Anti-Cheat Upgrades And New 2FA Requirements For Season 3

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone is loaded with new content across all modes, and the big update also comes bundled with additional anti-cheat protections. Activision's latest Ricochet anti-cheat blog reveals an additional crackdown on unapproved third-party hardware and new verification requirements…

Why it matters

Season 3 of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone is loaded with new content across all modes, and the big update also comes bundled with…

OpenAI just bought TBPN

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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OpenAI has purchased TBPN, an online talk show that often interviews AI executives and other tech leaders. The show goes live every weekday at 2PM PT, often for a three-hour duration, counting OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, as well as executives from Meta, Microsoft, Palantir, and Andreessen Horowitz, among its past guests,…

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OpenAI has purchased TBPN, an online talk show that often interviews AI executives and other tech leaders. The show goes live every weekday…

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Olivia Rodrigo announces new album ‘You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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Rodrigo said the new record consists of “sad love songs” and there's suggestion that it is a more experimental release The post Olivia Rodrigo announces new album ‘You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love’ appeared first on NME.

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Rodrigo said the new record consists of “sad love songs” and there's suggestion that it is a more experimental release The post Olivia…

Verge subscribers: Join us for a movie night in New York City, hosted by The Vergecast

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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The Vergecast is hosting a special in-person screening of Sneakers in partnership with IFC Center in New York City, and we're opening presale tickets exclusively to Verge subscribers. Sneakers is a movie about what happens when technology becomes more powerful than our ability to control it. It's about privacy and…

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The Vergecast is hosting a special in-person screening of Sneakers in partnership with IFC Center in New York City, and we're opening…

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The Rumored New Star Fox Game Needs This One Big Change If It's Going To Succeed

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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Fox McCloud is probably better known as a Super Smash Bros. fighter than the protagonist of the Star Fox franchise these days, but last week saw two unexpected developments for the anthropomorphic hero: 1) Glen Powell announced he voices Fox in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and 2) There's a reported Star Fox game…

Why it matters

Fox McCloud is probably better known as a Super Smash Bros. fighter than the protagonist of the Star Fox franchise these days, but last…

Box Office: ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Scores Massive $34 Million Opening Day

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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That's the biggest start of the year so far after passing up 'Project Hail Mary.' It is also ahead of the first film, which transformed into a box office juggernaut.

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That's the biggest start of the year so far after passing up 'Project Hail Mary.' It is also ahead of the first film, which transformed…

Did Justin Timberlake’s 2006 Raise the Bar for Pop Stardom in the Mid-’00s?

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-02

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This Vintage Pop Stardom episode of the Greatest Pop Stars podcast continues 2006 Week with a deep dive on the clear career peak of the most dominant male pop star of the '00s.

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This Vintage Pop Stardom episode of the Greatest Pop Stars podcast continues 2006 Week with a deep dive on the clear career peak of the…

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Indie Pass is a forthcoming subscription service exclusively for indie games

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Publisher and game management platform indie.io just announced the pending launch of something called Indie Pass. This is a subscription service, so it's sort of like Game Pass but for indie titles. It launches on April 13 and will offer over 70 games on that date, with more coming down the line. Not a single person…

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Publisher and game management platform indie.io just announced the pending launch of something called Indie Pass. This is a subscription…

Boxscore Flashback: The Top 10 Tours of 2006, By the Numbers

Billboard.com billboard.com · 2026-04-02

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We're celebrating 2006 Week at Billboard by looking back at that year's 10 highest grossing concert tours.

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We're celebrating 2006 Week at Billboard by looking back at that year's 10 highest grossing concert tours.

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Free Xbox Games Right Now Include 6 Assassin's Creed Titles

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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Microsoft's Free Play Days event returns this weekend, allowing Xbox users to play a handful of games for the low, low price of $0. Or at least nothing extra beyond a Game Pass membership.For this weekend, it's all about Assassin's Creed, with a total of six games in the series going free for this weekend only. Best…

Why it matters

Microsoft's Free Play Days event returns this weekend, allowing Xbox users to play a handful of games for the low, low price of $0. Or at…

‘Euphoria’ to Have Season 3 Premiere Screening at Coachella

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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HBO Max will host a late-night fan screening in the desert, coinciding with the new season's debut on April 12.

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HBO Max will host a late-night fan screening in the desert, coinciding with the new season's debut on April 12.

‘The Corrections’ Series Starring Meryl Streep Lands at Netflix

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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Cord Jefferson will direct the limited series based on Jonathan Franzen’s novel, which has been in development at Paramount since 2024.

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Cord Jefferson will direct the limited series based on Jonathan Franzen’s novel, which has been in development at Paramount since 2024.

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Russia closes loophole to fully block payments for Apple services

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Russia has closed a loophole that allowed its citizens to pay for Apple digital services. "As of April 1, 2026, payment processing is no longer available for purchases made on the App Store or other Apple Media Services in Russia," the company wrote in a support document (via 9to5Mac).The change affects all Apple…

Why it matters

Russia has closed a loophole that allowed its citizens to pay for Apple digital services. "As of April 1, 2026, payment processing is no…

Hisense’s art-inspired CanvasTV has hit a new low price

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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Samsung’s releasing a new version of The Frame sometime this year, though the exact date is still unknown and, based on past models, it’s likely to be pricey. If you’d rather not wait or want to save some cash, the 55-inch Hisense CanvasTV has hit a new low price of $599.99 ($400 off) at Amazon, […]

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Samsung’s releasing a new version of The Frame sometime this year, though the exact date is still unknown and, based on past models, it’s…

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More Games Need To Be Honest About Not Being Finished Yet

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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We are shy of two weeks out from the launch of Crimson Desert, and while I personally have been enjoying my time with the game, I feel it has been one of the more egregious examples of a modern trend in gaming: titles releasing as 1.0 when they should be releasing as Early Access.Since the launch of Crimson Desert,…

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We are shy of two weeks out from the launch of Crimson Desert, and while I personally have been enjoying my time with the game, I feel it…

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Here's This Week's Free Game From The Epic Games Store On Mobile

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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For the last couple of years, the Epic Games Store has given away free games every week through its PC storefront. With the company having launched its own mobile store, it has also started a second free games program on iOS and Android devices, kicking things off with a curated library of titles and weekly freebies.…

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For the last couple of years, the Epic Games Store has given away free games every week through its PC storefront. With the company having…

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Was Never Framed As A Sequel

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now in theaters, but don't call it a sequel to 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie. It was never designed to be a sequel to that film or a re-telling of Super Mario Galaxy the game.In an interview with Polygon, Illumination boss Chris Meledandri said the team kicked around ideas for a…

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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now in theaters, but don't call it a sequel to 2023's The Super Mario Bros. Movie. It was never designed to…

Flipboard just launched Surf, its new social app and feed reader

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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Surf is a slightly hard app to explain. It's sort of three things: a client for fediverse apps like Bluesky and Mastodon; a feed reader that lets you subscribe to almost any website, podcast, or YouTube channel; and a tool for creating and following feeds of interesting content, a la Flipboard magazines. It's a…

Why it matters

Surf is a slightly hard app to explain. It's sort of three things: a client for fediverse apps like Bluesky and Mastodon; a feed reader…

‘The Testaments’ Review: Chase Infiniti in Hulu’s Creatively Suffocated ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Sequel

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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The 'One Battle After Another' star anchors this loose adaptation of Margaret Atwood's novel, returning viewers to Gilead less than a year after the original series ended.

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The 'One Battle After Another' star anchors this loose adaptation of Margaret Atwood's novel, returning viewers to Gilead less than a year…

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More Games Need To Be Honest About Being Early Access

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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We are just shy of two weeks out from the launch of Crimson Desert, and while I personally have been enjoying my time with the game, I feel it has been one of the more egregious examples of a modern trend in gaming; titles releasing as 1.0 when they should be releasing as Early Access.

Why it matters

We are just shy of two weeks out from the launch of Crimson Desert, and while I personally have been enjoying my time with the game, I feel…

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Google releases Gemma 4, a family of open models built off of Gemini 3

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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When Google released Gemini 3 Pro at the end of last year, it was a significant step forward for the company's proprietary large language models. Now, the company is bringing some of the same technology and research that made those models possible to the open source community with the release of its new family of…

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When Google released Gemini 3 Pro at the end of last year, it was a significant step forward for the company's proprietary large language…

New York lawmakers want 3D-printer companies to block the creation of ‘ghost guns’

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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Governor Kathy Hochul and other New York state lawmakers want 3D-printer companies to block the printing of components used to create "ghost guns" - firearms without serial numbers that can be printed privately, easily avoiding a background check. At a press event on Tuesday, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg…

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Governor Kathy Hochul and other New York state lawmakers want 3D-printer companies to block the printing of components used to create…

Razer gaming accessories include a $25 Taco Bell gift card at Best Buy

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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Razer is summoning hungry gamers to Best Buy, where shoppers can get a free $25 Taco Bell gift card with the purchase of a gaming accessory today only. A whopping 41 items are eligible, ranging from mice (including its new Viper V4 Pro), headsets, mechanical keyboards of different sizes, plus Xbox and PS5 controllers.…

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Razer is summoning hungry gamers to Best Buy, where shoppers can get a free $25 Taco Bell gift card with the purchase of a gaming accessory…

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Hayden Thorpe announces UK live shows performing the songs of Wild Beasts

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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“I’ve come to learn that as time passes, the heart’s connections do not fade and the potency of the music remains strong” The post Hayden Thorpe announces UK live shows performing the songs of Wild Beasts appeared first on NME.

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“I’ve come to learn that as time passes, the heart’s connections do not fade and the potency of the music remains strong” The post Hayden…

It’s not easy to get depression-detecting AI through the FDA

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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For the past seven years, the California-based startup Kintsugi has been developing AI designed to detect signs of depression and anxiety from a person's speech. But after failing to secure FDA clearance in time, the company is shutting down and releasing most of its technology as open-source. Some elements may even…

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For the past seven years, the California-based startup Kintsugi has been developing AI designed to detect signs of depression and anxiety…

Despite EV headwinds, Rivian’s sales are up

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-02

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It's rough out there for the pure EV companies, but despite all the challenges, Rivian says its on target for a historic year. Ahead of the launch of the company's more affordable R2 electric SUV, Rivian released its sales and production report for the first quarter of 2026. And the numbers were surprisingly good.…

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It's rough out there for the pure EV companies, but despite all the challenges, Rivian says its on target for a historic year. Ahead of the…

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Uber expands its EV incentive program across the US

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Uber is expanding its EV incentive program across the US. The company began testing the service in select cities last year. This is a program in which Uber offers drivers a $4,000 grant to switch from their current vehicle to an EV. These grants are available for both new and used electric vehicles, which is nice…

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Uber is expanding its EV incentive program across the US. The company began testing the service in select cities last year. This is a…

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Co-Founder Of Call Of Duty Studio Raven Retires After 36 Years And 42 Games Released

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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Call of Duty developer Raven Software's founder, Brian Raffel, is retiring from the company after 36 years leading the studio. Brian and his brother Steve (who himself retired in 2017) founded Raven in 1990, and while the studio today is most closely associated with Call of Duty, that's only a relatively recent…

Why it matters

Call of Duty developer Raven Software's founder, Brian Raffel, is retiring from the company after 36 years leading the studio. Brian and…

Bong Joon Ho Reveals Title, Story, First-Look Image for His Much-Anticipated Animated Feature

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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The Oscar-winning director says the film follows "a curious and endearing piglet squid living in the uncharted depths of the South Pacific Ocean," and is targeting a 2027 theatrical release.

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The Oscar-winning director says the film follows "a curious and endearing piglet squid living in the uncharted depths of the South Pacific…

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PS Plus April 2026 games – what to expect on PS5 and PS4

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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The PS Plus games for 2026 haven’t been the most exciting. But, that could all change in April as another group of games will be available for Essential, Extra, and Premium members. READ MORE: 2026 game release dates – every PS5, PS4, Xbox, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2 release Here is a rundown of…

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The PS Plus games for 2026 haven’t been the most exciting. But, that could all change in April as another group of games will be…

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Canceled Last Of Us Online Game Was "Very Close To Done" And Doing "Really Well Internally," Says Dev

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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New details about what happened to The Last of Us multiplayer game that never was have emerged, thanks to a former Naughty Dog developer who worked on it.Speaking to podcaster Lance E. Lee (via Kotaku), developer Vinit Agarwal said that the canceled Last of Us live-service title was almost at "80% completion," adding…

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New details about what happened to The Last of Us multiplayer game that never was have emerged, thanks to a former Naughty Dog developer…

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This Week's Epic Games Store Freebie Is All About Slicing Up Some Voxels

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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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…

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This New Climbing Game Forces You To Choose Which Of Your Party Dies

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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From Peak to Cairn, climbing games are all the rage right now, and you can add Ascenders: Beyond the Peak to the list. So how does Ascenders stand apart from its peers? By offering a grim approach to mountaineering, blending it with Lovecraftian horror and resource management. In another macabre twist, the game even…

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From Peak to Cairn, climbing games are all the rage right now, and you can add Ascenders: Beyond the Peak to the list. So how does…

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Samsung's new Frame Pro and OLED TVs are now available to order

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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After sharing pricing and availability for its new Mini LED TVs in March, Samsung is ready to detail some of the other TVs it introduced at CES earlier this year. The 2026 versions of Samsung's The Frame Pro and OLED TVs are both available to order today – save for some notable exceptions – and they start for as…

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After sharing pricing and availability for its new Mini LED TVs in March, Samsung is ready to detail some of the other TVs it introduced at…

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Flipboard's 'social websites' are a new spin on decentralized social media

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Flipboard has been one of the biggest boosters of decentralized social media. Now, the company, which is known for its social news reading app, is rolling out its latest experiment, "social websites." The project offers publishers and creators an easier path into what's often called the "open…

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Flipboard has been one of the biggest boosters of decentralized social media. Now, the company, which is known for its social news reading…

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Artemis II crew is just like us, needs help with Microsoft Outlook issues

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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The four history-making Artemis II crew members are cooped up with each other in a tiny space for 10 days. And yet the most uncomfortable aspect of the mission might be having to deal with not one, but two instances of Microsoft Outlook. Commander Reid Wiseman sent a literal "Houston, we have a problem"…

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The four history-making Artemis II crew members are cooped up with each other in a tiny space for 10 days. And yet the most uncomfortable…

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Weezer share feel-good Kenny Beats-produced new single ‘Shine Again’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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It marks their first new music since 2022 The post Weezer share feel-good Kenny Beats-produced new single ‘Shine Again’ appeared first on NME.

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It marks their first new music since 2022 The post Weezer share feel-good Kenny Beats-produced new single ‘Shine Again’ appeared…

Dolly Parton Puts ‘Generational and Transformational’ Donation Into Children’s Hospital

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-02

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East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, which was renamed Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital earlier this year, will use the funding to invest in “a little bit of everything”

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East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, which was renamed Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital earlier this year, will use the funding to invest in…

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These Corgi-Piloted Mechs Are Giving Pure Serotonin

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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The world's a bit terrible right now, so if you're looking to hide away from reality and get a dose of serotonin when it's very needed, this new cozy game is exactly what you're looking for. Developed by Uncommon Games, Animalkind sees you take control of an ancient mech that can collect, store, craft, and build--oh,…

Why it matters

The world's a bit terrible right now, so if you're looking to hide away from reality and get a dose of serotonin when it's very needed,…

‘Harry Potter’ Series to Air Behind-the-Scenes Special Chronicling First Season Production and the Search for Harry, Ron, Hermione

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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'Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic,' which also features interviews with cast members John Lithgow and Paapa Essiedu, will air April 5 on HBO and HBO Max.

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'Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic,' which also features interviews with cast members John Lithgow and Paapa Essiedu, will air…

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Nintendo Wants To Bribe You To Use GameChat On Switch 2

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-02

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Remember that C button on your Nintendo Switch 2? It's that button that you may have accidentally pressed instead of the Home button right above it. Well, Nintendo really wants you to use it to activate GameChat, and the company will grant you points and icons in return.Until April 22 at 5:59 PM PT / 8:59 PM ET, you…

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Remember that C button on your Nintendo Switch 2? It's that button that you may have accidentally pressed instead of the Home button right…

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Watch Loyle Carner and Jordan Rakei join Tom Misch on stage at London KOKO show

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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Misch just released his second studio album 'Full Circle' last Friday (March 27) The post Watch Loyle Carner and Jordan Rakei join Tom Misch on stage at London KOKO show appeared first on NME.

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Misch just released his second studio album 'Full Circle' last Friday (March 27) The post Watch Loyle Carner and Jordan Rakei join Tom…

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Bob Marley’s dreadlock expected to fetch £25,000 at auction

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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The 1.5inch length of hair originates from a 'Top of the Pops' performance in 1978, where Bob Marley performed with The Wailers The post Bob Marley’s dreadlock expected to fetch £25,000 at auction appeared first on NME.

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The 1.5inch length of hair originates from a 'Top of the Pops' performance in 1978, where Bob Marley performed with The Wailers The post…

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The hottest EVs from the 2026 New York Auto Show (plus one brawny concept)

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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With gas prices rising across the country, consumers are turning to electric vehicles as a way to save money on their commute. And while there weren’t a ton of all-new EVs on display at the 2026 New York International Auto Show, we did see some notable debuts from automakers including Subaru, Kia, Hyundai and more. So…

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With gas prices rising across the country, consumers are turning to electric vehicles as a way to save money on their commute. And while…

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Apple Arcade just got two indie gems

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Two fantastic indie titles just dropped for Apple Arcade. The platform has received versions of Dredge and Unpacking, both of which have been optimized for mobile devices. Dredge+ is the complete edition of the game, with all released DLC content. This is pretty much a perfect video game that combines fishing with…

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Two fantastic indie titles just dropped for Apple Arcade. The platform has received versions of Dredge and Unpacking, both of which have…

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Soundcore Nebula X1 Pro review: The king of party projectors

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Every now and then, I test a gadget so wild that I can’t believe a company actually made it. Soundcore’s $5,000 Nebula X1 Pro projector is the embodiment of that: an ultra bright projector and a 400-watt Dolby Atmos 7.1 speaker system combined in a massive enclosure. With a fast and flexible setup, it lets you screen…

Why it matters

Every now and then, I test a gadget so wild that I can’t believe a company actually made it. Soundcore’s $5,000 Nebula X1 Pro projector is…

Cannes to World Premiere John Travolta’s Directorial Debut ‘Propeller One-Way Night Coach’

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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The feature, an adaptation of a 1997 book written and illustrated by the star, will premiere in the Cannes Premiere Selection ahead of its Apple TV debut in late May.

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The feature, an adaptation of a 1997 book written and illustrated by the star, will premiere in the Cannes Premiere Selection ahead of its…

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Lizzo vowed to remain a virgin until winning a Grammy, and then lost it in 2020 when she won three

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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She also shared that she did not have her “first kiss” until she was 21 The post Lizzo vowed to remain a virgin until winning a Grammy, and then lost it in 2020 when she won three appeared first on NME.

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She also shared that she did not have her “first kiss” until she was 21 The post Lizzo vowed to remain a virgin until winning a Grammy, and…

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How David Chase used music to make ‘The Sopranos’ a timeless classic

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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The showrunner talks us through his mob drama's many iconic needle-drops The post How David Chase used music to make ‘The Sopranos’ a timeless classic appeared first on NME.

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The showrunner talks us through his mob drama's many iconic needle-drops The post How David Chase used music to make ‘The Sopranos’ a…

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‘Marathon’ is a challenging shooter that requires patience, according to reviews

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-02

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The ambitious game has failed to crack the top 25 best-reviewed titles of 2026 The post ‘Marathon’ is a challenging shooter that requires patience, according to reviews appeared first on NME.

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The ambitious game has failed to crack the top 25 best-reviewed titles of 2026 The post ‘Marathon’ is a challenging shooter that requires…

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Apple's controversial Fitness VP Jay Blahnik is retiring

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Jay Blahnik, who served as Apple’s Fitness chief for almost 13 years, has announced that he’s retiring this July. According to The New York Times, Blahnik told employees in an email that he was leaving “to spend time with his family and make an exciting move to New York City.” Blahnik is retiring less than a year…

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Jay Blahnik, who served as Apple’s Fitness chief for almost 13 years, has announced that he’s retiring this July. According to The New York…

Cannes Marché Sets First Creator Economy Summit, “Largest Virtual Production Stage” at a Film Market

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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The AI for Talent Summit returns for its second year, as Marché du Film executive director Guillaume Esmiol targets "innovation that serves both artistic creativity and the growth of the industry."

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The AI for Talent Summit returns for its second year, as Marché du Film executive director Guillaume Esmiol targets "innovation that serves…

Ashlee Simpson Revealed as the Winner of ‘The Masked Singer’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-02

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The pop star performed songs by Chappell Roan, Paramore, and Olivia Rodrigo on the reality show

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The pop star performed songs by Chappell Roan, Paramore, and Olivia Rodrigo on the reality show

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Google's $20 per month AI Pro plan just got a big storage boost

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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Google's $20 per month AI Pro plan, which includes Gemini, Veo and Nano Banana, got a big storage boost and some other new perks. Users of the plan (also available for $200 per year) will see their cloud space jump from 2TB to 5TB at no extra cost. That extra storage can be used not only for AI but also Gmail, Google…

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Google's $20 per month AI Pro plan, which includes Gemini, Veo and Nano Banana, got a big storage boost and some other new perks. Users of…

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The Artemis II mission has started its 10-day journey around the moon

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-02

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The Artemis II mission successfully launched into space on April 1, at 6:35pm Eastern time, from Launch Complex 39B at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It will take NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, as well as Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen, on a 10-day trip around the…

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The Artemis II mission successfully launched into space on April 1, at 6:35pm Eastern time, from Launch Complex 39B at the Kennedy Space…

On Set for That Bloody, Teary ‘Survivor’ Merge: A Deep Dive Into What the Cameras Didn’t Catch

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-02

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In a 'Survivor' first, host Jeff Probst allowed a reporter to shadow him for the merge episode — which happened to be the craziest in the show's history. Here's what he saw.

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In a 'Survivor' first, host Jeff Probst allowed a reporter to shadow him for the merge episode — which happened to be the craziest in the…

Courtney Love to Dave Grohl: ‘Just Say We’re Cool’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-01

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When appearing on Billy Corgan’s podcast, Love urged Grohl to tell his fan base of “straight white males” to stop “picking” on her

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When appearing on Billy Corgan’s podcast, Love urged Grohl to tell his fan base of “straight white males” to stop “picking” on her

Kylie Jenner Reveals Her Favorite Timothée Chalamet Movie in Rare Interview

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-01

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The Kylie Cosmetics founder appeared on Kid Cudi's new podcast 'Big Bro,' where she praised her boyfriend's filmography.

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The Kylie Cosmetics founder appeared on Kid Cudi's new podcast 'Big Bro,' where she praised her boyfriend's filmography.

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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…

The Temper Trap Announce ‘Sungazer,’ Their First Album in a Decade

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-01

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“With time apart and much personal growth from us all, Sungazer feels like it’s captured the most pure collection of music we’ve ever made," the band said in a statement

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“With time apart and much personal growth from us all, Sungazer feels like it’s captured the most pure collection of music we’ve ever…

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Mr. Resident Evil signs a deal with Mr. Stellar Blade

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Resident Evil legend Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc., has been acquired by Shift Up, the company behind Stellar Blade and Goddess of Victory: Nikke. Unbound's unannounced games will be fully supported and distributed by South Korean publisher Shift Up, which is led by CEO Hyung-Tae Kim. Mikami is an icon of…

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Resident Evil legend Shinji Mikami's new studio, Unbound Inc., has been acquired by Shift Up, the company behind Stellar Blade and Goddess…

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What’s going on with Donut Lab's so-called super battery?

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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In January, a Finnish-Estonian startup proclaimed it had developed a truly solid state battery, a holy grail for the technology industry. Donut Labs’ cell wasn’t just solid state, however. It claimed it was made from cheap and easily available materials, would charge to full in a few minutes and last for hundreds of…

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In January, a Finnish-Estonian startup proclaimed it had developed a truly solid state battery, a holy grail for the technology industry.…

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April's PS Plus Monthly Games include Lords of the Fallen and a trio of remastered Tomb Raider ports

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Sony just revealed a trio of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April and it's a pretty stacked lineup. These will all be playable on April 7 for subscribers on any tier. After downloading, the games will stay in a player's library as long as the subscription remains active. First up, there's Lords of the Fallen for…

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Sony just revealed a trio of PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for April and it's a pretty stacked lineup. These will all be playable on April…

Megan Thee Stallion Says Her Hospitalization for ‘Extreme Exhaustion’ Was a ‘Real Wake-Up Call’

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-01

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“I’ve been pushing myself past my limits lately … my body finally said enough. It honestly scared me,” the rapper says after being hospitalized after falling ill midway through Moulin Rouge performance

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“I’ve been pushing myself past my limits lately … my body finally said enough. It honestly scared me,” the rapper says after being…

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The United app adds airport security wait times after lines return to normal

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Here's a feature that would've been a lot more useful before this week. Amid recent hours-long airport lines, United is adding security wait times to its app. However, the feature arrives a few days after security lines began returning to normal. Hey, at least it'll be there for the next shutdown.At launch, the…

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Here's a feature that would've been a lot more useful before this week. Amid recent hours-long airport lines, United is adding security…

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SpaceX has reportedly filed for the biggest IPO in history

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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SpaceX has reportedly taken the step many onlookers have long expected: filing paperwork to hold an initial public offering (IPO) on the stock market and become a publicly traded company. Rumors had long pointed toward the IPO taking place by July. The company filed draft IPO registration paperwork with the US…

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SpaceX has reportedly taken the step many onlookers have long expected: filing paperwork to hold an initial public offering (IPO) on the…

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Lucid Motors recalls over 4,000 Gravity SUVs over seat belt defect

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Lucid Motors has recalled over 4,000 Gravity SUVs after discovering a problem with seat belts. The company told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that some of the anchors for the second-row seat belts weren't welded properly. This means that there's a chance they won't actually hold passengers…

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Lucid Motors has recalled over 4,000 Gravity SUVs after discovering a problem with seat belts. The company told the National Highway…

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MindsEye will litigate its own launch 'sabotage' controversy in DLC form

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy remains so convinced that corporate foul play contributed to the disastrous launch of its debut game that it’s now planning to prove it to its audience via in-game content. In a wide-ranging interview with GamesBeat, BARB CEO and CTO Mark Gerhard said MindsEye will soon receive a…

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MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy remains so convinced that corporate foul play contributed to the disastrous launch of its debut game…

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Claude Code leak suggests Anthropic is working on a 'Proactive' mode for its coding tool

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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What should have been a routine release has revealed some of the features Anthropic has been working on for Claude Code. As reported by Ars Technica, The Verge and others, after the company released Claude Code's 2.1.88 update on Tuesday, users found it contained a file that exposed the app's source code. Before…

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What should have been a routine release has revealed some of the features Anthropic has been working on for Claude Code. As reported by Ars…

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The AI Doc's director was "scared shitless" by AI, so he made a movie about it

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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If you're feeling anxious about AI and what it means for the future of humanity, you should watch The AI Doc: Or, How I Became an Apocaloptimist. As I noted in my review, the film aims to deliver some clarity amid all the hype. Now that it's in theaters, we sat down with director Daniel Roher, who won an Oscar for his…

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If you're feeling anxious about AI and what it means for the future of humanity, you should watch The AI Doc: Or, How I Became an…

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The Getaway is Subaru's first three-row electric SUV

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Today at the New York International Auto Show, Subaru announced its first three-row electric SUV: the Getaway. Like Subaru's other EVs, the Getaway is based on Toyota's e-TNGA platform and it shares many features and specs with the 2027 Highlander EV. Initially, all models will come with the company's Symmetrical…

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Today at the New York International Auto Show, Subaru announced its first three-row electric SUV: the Getaway. Like Subaru's other…

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The new Storm Radar app is a treasure trove of data for weather nerds

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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The horrible winter of 2026 is behind us in New England; now we’ve moved on to the season where there’s a threat of rain basically every day. Given that, the updated Storm Radar app from The Weather Company (owners of the Weather Channel app) caught my eye. There are tons of good weather apps out there, and I’m the…

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The horrible winter of 2026 is behind us in New England; now we’ve moved on to the season where there’s a threat of rain basically every…

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Kia shows off the 2027 EV3 at the NY Auto Show

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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A couple of years after its overseas debut, Kia’s EV3 will finally come to the US. The automaker said at the New York International Auto Show that the 2027 edition of the subcompact electric SUV will arrive stateside later this year. Kia won't announce pricing until closer to its sale date, but it has previously said…

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A couple of years after its overseas debut, Kia’s EV3 will finally come to the US. The automaker said at the New York International Auto…

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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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Roland Go:Mixer Studio review: Portable, professional and plenty of polish

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Way back in 2017, Roland carved out a little niche for itself with the introduction of the Go:Mixer line. The small, portable audio interfaces are a convenient way to connect a mic and multiple musical instruments (or audio sources) to your phone for more professional public performances or on-the-go recording. At…

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Way back in 2017, Roland carved out a little niche for itself with the introduction of the Go:Mixer line. The small, portable audio…

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Robosen Soundwave review: A childhood dream made real

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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There's just something magical about a robot that can convert into a car, tank or plane. It seems that Hollywood agrees as there are several major franchises based around that concept. As someone who grew up in the 80s and 90s, Transformers hold a special place in my heart, despite Michael Bay's best efforts at…

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There's just something magical about a robot that can convert into a car, tank or plane. It seems that Hollywood agrees as there are…

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An immersive 'Black Mirror Experience' is launching in Montreal

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Banijay is launching the Black Mirror Experience, starting with Montreal in May with additional locations to be announced in the future. Specifically, it will be produced by Banijay Live Studio, the new subsidiary of the production company that owns Black Mirror, in partnership with VR firm Univrse. The studio…

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Banijay is launching the Black Mirror Experience, starting with Montreal in May with additional locations to be announced in the future.…

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What to expect from WWDC 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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WWDC 2026, the latest version of Apple's yearly developer conference, runs from June 8-12, and by all appearances the company has some important updates to outline. In comparison to Liquid Glass, the design material Apple introduced last year and now uses across all its operating systems, the new features the company…

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WWDC 2026, the latest version of Apple's yearly developer conference, runs from June 8-12, and by all appearances the company has some…

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Slack's upgraded AI can analyze how you work

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Salesforce has unveiled the newest version of Slack, which comes with a whole host of new AI features to add to its ever-growing catalog. Naturally, many of these tools are embedded into Slackbot, which the company had already pledged to turn into a “personalized AI companion.” The new features include the stuff you’d…

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Salesforce has unveiled the newest version of Slack, which comes with a whole host of new AI features to add to its ever-growing catalog.…

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Watch the first crewed Artemis mission take flight

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-01

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Artemis II, the first crewed mission under the Artemis program, is scheduled to launch today, April 1. NASA is opening a two-hour window for its lift off, starting at 6:24 PM Eastern time, at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The agency said the forecast for launch day “shows an 80 percent chance of favorable…

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Artemis II, the first crewed mission under the Artemis program, is scheduled to launch today, April 1. NASA is opening a two-hour window…

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Dinosaur Polo Club has released a new co-op game and it's free

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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Two pieces of good gaming news today. First: Dinosaur Polo Club has shadow dropped a brand new game today. Second, it's available for free on both PC and Mac from Itch.io. The project is called Read the F*cking Manual, or RTFM, and it is a co-op game based on working in tech support.Dinosaur Polo Club is known for…

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Two pieces of good gaming news today. First: Dinosaur Polo Club has shadow dropped a brand new game today. Second, it's available for free…

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The Backrooms trailer combines creepypasta dread and A24 prestige horror

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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Against all odds, A24’s adaptation of The Backrooms actually looks like a proper elevated horror movie. Hell, it’s even got Oscar winner Chiwetel Ejiofor (12 Years a Slave, Serenity) and Cannes favorite Renate Reinsve (Sentimental Value) onboard. Judging from the film’s fist trailer, which combines The Backrooms…

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Against all odds, A24’s adaptation of The Backrooms actually looks like a proper elevated horror movie. Hell, it’s even got Oscar winner…

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Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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Toyota is teaming up with Daimler and Volvo to work on fuel cell technology. The Japanese company is signing on to the joint venture cellcentric that Volvo and Daimler launched back in 2020. Once it officially joins, Toyota and cellcentric will collaborate on managing the development and production of fuel cell unit…

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Toyota is teaming up with Daimler and Volvo to work on fuel cell technology. The Japanese company is signing on to the joint venture…

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

Other variety.com · 2026-03-31

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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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Tesla's robotaxis are reportedly remotely driven by humans, sometimes

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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In a letter shared with Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Tesla admitted that its robotaxis are sometimes driven remotely by human operators, Wired reports. Competing self-driving car companies sometimes rely on human operators to tell robotaxi software how to get itself unstuck, but letting operators actually drive those…

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In a letter shared with Senator Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Tesla admitted that its robotaxis are sometimes driven remotely by human operators,…

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TikTok adds in-app Cameo integration for creators

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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TikTok and Cameo are teaming up to make it easier for TikTok users to request personalized videos. The two companies announced a new integration that makes Cameo accessible directly from TikTok for creators and fans. With the update, TikTok creators can add Cameo links directly to their videos and viewers can…

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TikTok and Cameo are teaming up to make it easier for TikTok users to request personalized videos. The two companies announced a new…

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A Palworld horror-themed dating sim spinoff is on the way

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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Palworld developer Pocketpair just announced a bizarre spinoff called Palworld: More Than Just Pals. This looks to be a dating sim with horror elements in which you can romance the various Pals from the original game. The gameplay description suggests it's set at a mysterious school, and players can not only fall in…

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Palworld developer Pocketpair just announced a bizarre spinoff called Palworld: More Than Just Pals. This looks to be a dating sim with…

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Iran threatens imminent attacks on US tech companies in the Middle East

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a branch of Iran's armed forces, has threatened to target US tech companies' operations in the Middle East. It told employees of 18 companies — including Apple, Google, Meta and NVIDIA — “to leave their workplaces immediately to save their lives,” as CBS News reported.…

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a branch of Iran's armed forces, has threatened to target US tech companies' operations in…

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Google's 'Performance Advisor' Steph Curry teases probable new wearable

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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Basketball player Stephen Curry has long collaborated with Google, and last year took on the role of “Performance Advisor” at the company as part of a multi-year partnership. It appears the first product of this union is “coming soon,” based on a video posted to Curry’s Instagram account. The 15-second clip shows…

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Basketball player Stephen Curry has long collaborated with Google, and last year took on the role of “Performance Advisor” at the company…

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The UK's antitrust regulator is looking into Microsoft's possible monopoly power

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is once more turning its lens on Microsoft. The tech company will be the focus of an investigation by the regulator to see if it can be assigned strategic market status (SMS). The CMA already has "a major concern" with Microsoft's alleged limiting of competition in…

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The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is once more turning its lens on Microsoft. The tech company will be the focus of an…

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Meta will "substantially reduce" describing Instagram teen accounts as PG-13

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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Meta has agreed to "substantially reduce” its use of the PG-13 ratings system in relation to its Teen Accounts on Instagram starting April 15. Last year, the Motion Picture Association objected to Meta directly referencing its movie content rating, which cautions parents against letting their pre-teens engage with…

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Meta has agreed to "substantially reduce” its use of the PG-13 ratings system in relation to its Teen Accounts on Instagram starting April…

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The Super Mario Bros. cartoon is back, but looks really weird and AI might be to blame

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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Adults of a certain age will no doubt remember The Super Mario Bros. Super Show, a cartoon from 1989 that starred our favorite sibling plumbers decades before they would take over multiplexes with an animated film franchise. The broadcast channel MeTV Toons has begun airing old episodes of the show, likely to trade on…

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Adults of a certain age will no doubt remember The Super Mario Bros. Super Show, a cartoon from 1989 that starred our favorite sibling…

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DoorDash partners with Rivian spinoff Also for autonomous delivery vehicles

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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DoorDash's autonomous delivery plans will get an assist from the Rivian spinoff Also. On Tuesday, the companies announced a strategic partnership in which the delivery company will invest in Also. They intend to "develop and accelerate deployment of autonomous delivery at scale."The companies didn't specify…

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DoorDash's autonomous delivery plans will get an assist from the Rivian spinoff Also. On Tuesday, the companies announced a strategic…

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Rec Room, a Roblox-style VR game, is shutting down

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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The Roblox-like VR title Rec Room is shutting down after operating for a decade. The free-to-play social game is closing its doors because the developers "never quite figured out" how to make it profitable, despite attracting 150 million players. "We spent a long time trying to find a way to make the…

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The Roblox-like VR title Rec Room is shutting down after operating for a decade. The free-to-play social game is closing its doors because…

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Delta picks Amazon Leo for in-flight Wi-Fi starting in 2028

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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In-flight Wi-Fi on Delta flights will be provided by Amazon Leo beginning in 2028, the two companies have announced. In a blow to Elon Musk’s Starlink, Amazon’s deal with Delta will see its satellite internet service installed on 500 Delta aircraft initially, each equipped with its own Leo antenna. Amazon promises…

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In-flight Wi-Fi on Delta flights will be provided by Amazon Leo beginning in 2028, the two companies have announced. In a blow to Elon…

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All Google users in the US can now change their Gmail address

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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As of April 1, Gmail will have been around for 22 years. Many of us have a poorly chosen email address that's laced with regret, but we're now stuck with it. We've perhaps had it for longer than most college students have been alive and that's how others get in touch with us. Google is now giving us a chance to move…

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As of April 1, Gmail will have been around for 22 years. Many of us have a poorly chosen email address that's laced with regret, but we're…

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NVIDIA's DLSS 4.5 Multi Frame Generation tech is now available to boost your Hz

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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After releasing DLSS 4.5's Super Resolution feature earlier this year, NVIDIA has released an update with DLSS 4.5 features designed to boost frame rates on RTX 50 series cards. Those include DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and DLSS 4.5 Multi Frame Generation 6X. With those, NVIDIA is promising the "smoothest…

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After releasing DLSS 4.5's Super Resolution feature earlier this year, NVIDIA has released an update with DLSS 4.5 features designed to…

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The latest Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are more customizable and expensive

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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The latest iteration of Meta's smart glasses has arrived and, as rumored, they are more customizable, particularly for people who need prescription lenses. Meta and Ray-Ban parent company EssilorLuxottica revealed two new styles of frames: the Ray-Ban Meta Blayzer Optics and Scriber Optics, which will start at $499 a…

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The latest iteration of Meta's smart glasses has arrived and, as rumored, they are more customizable, particularly for people who need…

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The RAM crisis is Apple's best chance in decades to capture the PC market

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-03-31

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In the current RAM crisis, no company is better positioned to not only weather the storm but turn it to its advantage like Apple. It proved that when it released the MacBook Neo in early March. Despite only including 8GB of RAM, the Neo doesn't feel compromised, a testament to the company's silicon and software…

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In the current RAM crisis, no company is better positioned to not only weather the storm but turn it to its advantage like Apple. It proved…

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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…

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PlayStation Raises Price of PS5 to $650 in U.S.; PS5 Pro, PlayStation Portal Also See Hikes

Other variety.com · 2026-03-27

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PlayStation will increase the price of its PS5 gaming console in the U.S. to $650 beginning April 2, part of a global price hike across several Sony gaming console products. The domestic PS5 price will jump $100 from its current retail rate at $550. The digital edition will rise from $499 to $599. And the […]

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PlayStation will increase the price of its PS5 gaming console in the U.S. to $650 beginning April 2, part of a global price hike across…

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Content Creator Alanah Pearce Launches Charred Pictures in Partnership With Game Devs; ‘Faith: The Unholy Trinity’ Film Adaptation, Two More Movies in the Works (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-03-26

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Popular content creator Alanah Pearce is launching Charred Pictures, an indie production company focused on involving game devs in film and TV adaptation projects. Charred Pictures’ initial slate includes three projects in various states of production: two movies based on gaming IP, and one original indie film…

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Popular content creator Alanah Pearce is launching Charred Pictures, an indie production company focused on involving game devs in film and…

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‘Life Is Strange: Reunion’ Actors on Ending Max and Chloe’s ‘More Mature’ Story in New Video Game, Hopes for Live-Action TV Series

Other variety.com · 2026-03-24

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Square Enix will reveal the conclusion to the story of “Life Is Strange” characters Max and Chloe with the release of “Life Is Strange: Reunion” on Thursday. Without giving away major spoilers, the video game actors behind the duo can’t share much about how the story ends, other than what…

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Square Enix will reveal the conclusion to the story of “Life Is Strange” characters Max and Chloe with the release of…