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Lewis Capaldi confirms he is behind mystery pitched-down vinyl stunt in record stores

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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Capaldi confirmed he was behind the stunt with a video of him lip-syncing to the original recording on TikTok The post Lewis Capaldi confirms he is behind mystery pitched-down vinyl stunt in record stores appeared first on NME.

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Capaldi confirmed he was behind the stunt with a video of him lip-syncing to the original recording on TikTok The post Lewis Capaldi…

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Blizzard just made Overwatch’s best mode much worse

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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While I dabble in other Overwatch modes, I spend the vast majority of my time there in Mystery Heroes, a casual mode in which you load in as a random character and automatically switch to another one when you respawn. It's by far my favorite way to play Overwatch (which I do a lot!), since it helps me switch off and…

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While I dabble in other Overwatch modes, I spend the vast majority of my time there in Mystery Heroes, a casual mode in which you load in…

The only way to fight deepfakes is by making deepfakes

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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I was unsure if my parents would notice that the voice on the other end wasn't mine - or that it was mine, sort of, but it wasn't me. The voice said hello, asked my dad how he was doing, and asked again when he didn't respond quickly enough. "What is that, Gaby?" He realized […]

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I was unsure if my parents would notice that the voice on the other end wasn't mine - or that it was mine, sort of, but it wasn't me. The…

Johnny Depp Goes Old and Gray as Scrooge in ‘Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol’ Comeback Role

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-16

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The star, who has largely been outside of the spotlight since his heated divorce trial with Amber Heard, made an appearance during Paramount's presentation.

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The star, who has largely been outside of the spotlight since his heated divorce trial with Amber Heard, made an appearance during…

Casely has reannounced a power bank recall from 2025 following a fatality

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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Casely first recalled over 429,000 of its 5,000mAh Power Pods wireless power banks in April 2025 following 51 reports of their lithium-ion batteries "overheating, expanding or catching fire," resulting in six minor burn injuries. Both the company and the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) are reannouncing…

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Casely first recalled over 429,000 of its 5,000mAh Power Pods wireless power banks in April 2025 following 51 reports of their lithium-ion…

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CoD: Black Ops 7 And Warzone Season 3 Reloaded Release Date And Details

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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Season 3 Reloaded should arrive in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone later this month, and Activision has already revealed some of the details for this midseason update. Season 3 Reloaded is packed with more weapons, additional multiplayer maps, a new Zombies map, and the return of Black Ops 3's Free Run…

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Season 3 Reloaded should arrive in Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone later this month, and Activision has already revealed some of the…

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Check out Boards Of Canada’s first new music in 13 years

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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The Scottish duo had been dropping teasers of new music as far back as last year The post Check out Boards Of Canada’s first new music in 13 years appeared first on NME.

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The Scottish duo had been dropping teasers of new music as far back as last year The post Check out Boards Of Canada’s first new…

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Call Of Duty Movie - Everything We Know About The Activision/Paramount Film Coming In 2028

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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A Call of Duty movie is now in the works at Paramount with big names attached to write and direct. It's been a long time coming, as Activision first announced plans for a Call of Duty movie--and an entire universe of Call of Duty films--more than a decade ago. But now the project is progressing, and at CinemaCon this…

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A Call of Duty movie is now in the works at Paramount with big names attached to write and direct. It's been a long time coming, as…

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Playdate Season 3 is coming later this year

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Playdate is getting a third season of curated, surprise games, Panic announced today. We don't know much beyond the fact that Season Three is officially happening, but Panic's Head of Playdate Greg Maletic said in an announcement video that it will be here "in time for the holidays" this year. Considering we had to…

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Playdate is getting a third season of curated, surprise games, Panic announced today. We don't know much beyond the fact that Season Three…

David Ellison Promises That Paramount and Warner Bros. Will Be Theatrical Heroes: “Long Live the Movies”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-16

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The new owner of Paramount-Skydance and pending boss of Warner Bros. made a surprise appearance at CinemaCon, where he promised cinema operators that both studios will adhere to a strict 45-day exclusive window in theaters and a 90-day streaming-window.

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The new owner of Paramount-Skydance and pending boss of Warner Bros. made a surprise appearance at CinemaCon, where he promised cinema…

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How Ebay’s Trading Card Marketplace TCGPlayer Is Using Xerox to Expand, Maintain ‘Trust’ With Magic: The Gathering, ‘Pokemon’ and ‘One Piece’ Gaming Communities

Other variety.com · 2026-04-16

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From Magic: The Gathering players to “Pokemon” card collectors, TCGPlayer CEO Robert Bigler is on a mission to expand the online trading card market with new products and features for buyers and sellers — but promises it will not be at the expense of the quality of those very pricey collectibles.…

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From Magic: The Gathering players to “Pokemon” card collectors, TCGPlayer CEO Robert Bigler is on a mission to expand the…

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

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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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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One Key Part Of Fable Is Getting Outside Help

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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The cinematics for Microsoft's upcoming Fable reboot from developer Playground may be worth paying extra attention to, as Blizzard, a studio well-known for its eye-catching cinematics, is lending a helping hand.Xbox's chief content officer Matt Booty dropped the news during an appearance on the Official Xbox Podcast,…

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The cinematics for Microsoft's upcoming Fable reboot from developer Playground may be worth paying extra attention to, as Blizzard, a…

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007 First Light Is Bringing Back One of James Bond's Best Traditions

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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Hitman developer IO Interactive is aiming to put its own spin on James Bond in 007 First Light, but one longstanding tradition is making its way into this adventure: a Bond song. From Shirley Bassey to Chris Cornell, Bond movies have always attracted some of the best performers of their era, and for 007 First Light,…

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Hitman developer IO Interactive is aiming to put its own spin on James Bond in 007 First Light, but one longstanding tradition is making…

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Call Of Duty Movie Gets A 2028 Release Date, But We Still Don't Know Much

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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The live-action Call of Duty movie officially has a release date: It arrives in theaters on June 30, 2028, Paramount announced at CinemaCon today.No further details on the movie have been shared as of yet, but the project has been in the works for some time. As previously announced, Taylor Sheridan (best known for…

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The live-action Call of Duty movie officially has a release date: It arrives in theaters on June 30, 2028, Paramount announced at CinemaCon…

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Metro 2039 Will Feature A New Protagonist, Out This Winter

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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It has been more than seven years since the launch of Metro Exodus, but 4A Games has finally returned with an all-new mainline entry: Metro 2039. Once again developed in partnership with author Dmitry Glukhovsky, Metro 2039 promises to be even darker than its predecessors, if such a thing is possible, and it's coming…

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It has been more than seven years since the launch of Metro Exodus, but 4A Games has finally returned with an all-new mainline entry: Metro…

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A first look at Metro 2039 shows how its Ukrainian developer turned the darkness up to 11

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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If the real world isn’t grim enough for you, Ukranian developer 4A Games has your back: Metro 2039 has been announced and is scheduled to arrive this winter. And based on the developer’s first look at the title, Metro 2039 looks to be an even darker affair than previous titles in the series. A tall order, but the…

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If the real world isn’t grim enough for you, Ukranian developer 4A Games has your back: Metro 2039 has been announced and is scheduled to…

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Microsoft Considering These Major Changes To Game Pass After CEO Said It's Too Expensive- Report

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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Microsoft Gaming's new CEO, Asha Sharma, has said Xbox Game Pass is "too expensive" for players, but what is she going to do about that? According to The Verge, Microsoft is kicking around a few ideas for how to shake up the Xbox Game Pass service, including by introducing a new tier that only includes first-party…

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Microsoft Gaming's new CEO, Asha Sharma, has said Xbox Game Pass is "too expensive" for players, but what is she going to do about that?…

The nine best ways to protect, customize, and accessorize your MacBook Neo

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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The MacBook Neo is poised to be a top-selling laptop in 2026, thanks in large part to its affordable $599 entry price. Despite launching at a more accessible price point than Apple’s $1,099 (though often discounted) 2026 MacBook Air, the Neo makes surprisingly few concessions in terms of build quality. Its design has…

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The MacBook Neo is poised to be a top-selling laptop in 2026, thanks in large part to its affordable $599 entry price. Despite launching at…

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Lego Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight Finally Lets You Build Your Own Batcave

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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No Batman game would feel complete without a trip to the Batcave, and that's a tradition that many Caped Crusader games have upheld over the decades. In Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, players will get to frequently visit Batman's high-tech hideout, but with a twist, growing and expanding it over…

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No Batman game would feel complete without a trip to the Batcave, and that's a tradition that many Caped Crusader games have upheld over…

OpenAI’s big Codex update is a direct shot at Claude Code

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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OpenAI is beefing up its agentic coding and development system, Codex, with a suite of updates that let it use your computer, generate images, and remember from past experiences. The package of updates comes as OpenAI's rivalry with Anthropic intensifies, following the stellar successes of Claude Code and OpenAI…

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OpenAI is beefing up its agentic coding and development system, Codex, with a suite of updates that let it use your computer, generate…

Google’s AI Mode update lets you open links without leaving the page

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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Google is upgrading AI Mode in Chrome with a new feature that will allow you to open links to sources alongside your chat. Now, instead of automatically opening a new tab, clicking a source will open the website side by side with AI Mode, allowing you to ask follow-up questions about what's on the page. […]

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Google is upgrading AI Mode in Chrome with a new feature that will allow you to open links to sources alongside your chat. Now, instead of…

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OpenAI's latest Codex update builds the groundwork for its upcoming super app

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Last month, following reporting from The Wall Street Journal, OpenAI confirmed it was working on a desktop super app that would combine ChatGPT, its Codex coding agent and Atlas web browser into one cohesive experience. OpenAI is not releasing that application today. Instead, it's pushing out a major update to Codex…

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Last month, following reporting from The Wall Street Journal, OpenAI confirmed it was working on a desktop super app that would combine…

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Google Chrome makes it easier to wrangle different tabs in AI Mode

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Love 'em or hate 'em, no modern browser is complete without robust tab support, and so too would it seem Google's AI Mode. Starting today, the company is rolling out an update to users in the US that makes the tool better at interacting and understanding tabs. To start, the next time you use AI Mode on Chrome for…

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Love 'em or hate 'em, no modern browser is complete without robust tab support, and so too would it seem Google's AI Mode. Starting today,…

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Intel launches new Core Series 3 chips for mainstream laptops

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Intel has unveiled its new Core Series 3 chips, the official title for its Wildcat Lake-codenamed series intended for mainstream and value-oriented laptops. Built using the same Intel 18A process as its Core Ultra Series 3 chips, they’re significantly more powerful than the previous generation and promise…

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Intel has unveiled its new Core Series 3 chips, the official title for its Wildcat Lake-codenamed series intended for mainstream and…

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Saros Has "Very Special Haptics" On PS5's DualSense Controller

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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Saros--a PlayStation 5-exclusive third-person sci-fi roguelike from Returnal developer Housemarque--is almost here. Ahead of its April 30 launch date, Housemarque creative director Gregory Louden has revealed the game's PS5 and PS5 Pro features via a new trailer and a post on Sony's official blog."Our goal with Saros…

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Saros--a PlayStation 5-exclusive third-person sci-fi roguelike from Returnal developer Housemarque--is almost here. Ahead of its April 30…

Microsoft planning Surface Laptop with an OLED display

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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Microsoft is preparing to launch new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models in the coming months. Windows Central reports that the refreshed models will include both Intel and Qualcomm variants, with Microsoft opting for an OLED display option for the Surface Laptop this year. Microsoft is expected to launch new…

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Microsoft is preparing to launch new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models in the coming months. Windows Central reports that the refreshed…

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The Ordinary Boys’ Preston says Simon Amstell’s ‘Never Mind The Buzzcocks’ joke that led to walk-off was “cruel and classist”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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“I really don’t know what other choice I had” The post The Ordinary Boys’ Preston says Simon Amstell’s ‘Never Mind The Buzzcocks’ joke that led to walk-off was “cruel and classist” appeared first on NME.

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“I really don’t know what other choice I had” The post The Ordinary Boys’ Preston says Simon Amstell’s ‘Never Mind The…

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Meta Quest 3 VR Headset Prices Are Increasing, Making Reality More Expensive To Escape

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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Price hikes have been felt across the entire tech industry lately, and the Meta Quest 3 mixed reality headset is the next piece of premium hardware that's about to get more expensive. Meta has announced that its Quest 3 headset will increase from $500 to $600 for the 512GB model, while anyone looking to grab the…

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Price hikes have been felt across the entire tech industry lately, and the Meta Quest 3 mixed reality headset is the next piece of premium…

Microsoft’s new Xbox chief starts making her mark

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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Microsoft's new Xbox chief has had a busy couple of months after promising "the return of Xbox." Asha Sharma met with publishers at the Game Developers Conference in March, and has also been on the road visiting Microsoft's own game studios and product teams in recent weeks. Sharma, who used to work in Microsoft's…

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Microsoft's new Xbox chief has had a busy couple of months after promising "the return of Xbox." Asha Sharma met with publishers at the…

Gemini can now pull from Google Photos to generate personalized images

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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Google's Personal Intelligence feature, which lets Gemini pull data from apps like Google Photos to offer responses tailored to you, can now use that data and its Nano Banana 2 image model to create images based on your personal context. With the feature, you can use prompts like "Design my dream house" or "Create a…

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Google's Personal Intelligence feature, which lets Gemini pull data from apps like Google Photos to offer responses tailored to you, can…

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Gemini can now draw on your Google data to personalize the images it generates

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Your Google Photos library could soon influence the kind of images you can generate with Gemini. After letting users personalize the AI assistant's responses with data from Gmail, Search and YouTube, Google says it's bringing that same "Personal Intelligence" to Nano Banana 2 to make it easier for users to…

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Your Google Photos library could soon influence the kind of images you can generate with Gemini. After letting users personalize the AI…

Anthropic releases a new Opus model amid Mythos Preview buzz

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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Anthropic has released its most powerful "generally available" model to date: Claude Opus 4.7. The company called it a step up from Opus 4.6 for advanced software engineering tasks, particularly in complex coding areas that in the past required more hand-holding. It's also supposed to be better at analyzing images and…

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Anthropic has released its most powerful "generally available" model to date: Claude Opus 4.7. The company called it a step up from Opus…

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GTA Online Adds A Trippy 4/20 Mode That Makes You Hallucinate And Fight Clowns

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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Grand Theft Auto Online is celebrating the stoner holiday of 4/20 coming up soon, and the centerpiece of the update is a new mode called Stoner Survival.Players can look for the "Survival Blip" on the map, and then head to the Senora Desert Trailer Park to kick off the mode, which is available right now. After taking…

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Grand Theft Auto Online is celebrating the stoner holiday of 4/20 coming up soon, and the centerpiece of the update is a new mode called…

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Fortnite: Save The World Is Finally Free-To-Play, Offers A Free Skin For Good Measure

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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The version of Fortnite that started it all is in the spotlight for the first time in many years, as Epic Games has made the original Save the World mode free for all Fortnite players for the first time. For those who aren't familiar with it, Save the World is a co-op survival game in which players must complete…

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The version of Fortnite that started it all is in the spotlight for the first time in many years, as Epic Games has made the original Save…

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There Are More Free Xbox Games Available Right Now, But Only For The Weekend

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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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, there are two games up for grabs. That's a little lighter than what we've seen before, but free is free. Those…

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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…

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Crimson Desert’s Endgame Is Just Cosplay Now

Gamespot.com gamespot.com · 2026-04-16

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While players are loving Crimson Desert, the community is in a fashion chokehold. Not unlike Fashion Souls of the souls-like fandom, fans have established a sort of Crimson Fashion (or Fashion Desert) group, where they're finding the best drip around Pywel to cosplay as some of their favorite characters from other…

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While players are loving Crimson Desert, the community is in a fashion chokehold. Not unlike Fashion Souls of the souls-like fandom, fans…

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The first real trailer for the Street Fighter movie is filled with crowd-pleasing moments

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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We finally have a real-deal trailer for the upcoming Street Fighter movie, after a short teaser dropped at The Game Awards last year. This is nearly three minutes of fighting, silly dialogue and, of course, Easter eggs from the games. To the latter point, there's a scene of Ken beating up a car like in the bonus…

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We finally have a real-deal trailer for the upcoming Street Fighter movie, after a short teaser dropped at The Game Awards last year. This…

How Netflix made us fall in love with K-dramas

Theverge.com theverge.com · 2026-04-16

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This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. What do you get if you take a bunch of ripped, shirtless male K-pop idols in boxing gloves and have them spar in the ring until they're sweating? For…

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This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge…

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Meta isn't setting its Oversight Board free just yet

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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The Oversight Board — the policy body Meta created to weigh its most impactful moderation rulings — has seen its role within Mark Zuckerberg's empire come into question due to shifting content policy priorities and dwindling investment. The Oversight Board has taken steps to formalize its long-contemplated desire to…

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The Oversight Board — the policy body Meta created to weigh its most impactful moderation rulings — has seen its role within Mark…

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Meta Quest headset prices are going up on April 19

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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The RAM crisis has prompted another company to jack up hardware prices. Meta says it will be increasing the price of Quest headsets on April 19. The Meta Quest 3 will get a $100 hike to $599, while the Quest 3S will be $50 more expensive at $350 (for a version with 128GB of storage) and $450 (256GB). Meta is…

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The RAM crisis has prompted another company to jack up hardware prices. Meta says it will be increasing the price of Quest headsets on…

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‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ review: fresh, frightening take on a classic movie monster

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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A fun, dumb thrill ride with buckets of guts, gore and false gnashers The post ‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ review: fresh, frightening take on a classic movie monster appeared first on NME.

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A fun, dumb thrill ride with buckets of guts, gore and false gnashers The post ‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ review: fresh, frightening take on…

Why CBS Remains Bullish on First-Run Syndicated Shows

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-16

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The head of CBS Media Ventures, Bryon Rubin, breaks down why the subsidiary’s lineup of game shows, courtroom shows and a daytime talk show makes business sense in 2026.

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The head of CBS Media Ventures, Bryon Rubin, breaks down why the subsidiary’s lineup of game shows, courtroom shows and a daytime talk show…

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Charli XCX on her new album: “The dance floor is dead, so now we’re making rock music”

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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“It's fun to flip the form. We know there’s gonna be people who are bothered by it, but that’s fine” The post Charli XCX on her new album: “The dance floor is dead, so now we’re making rock music” appeared first on NME.

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“It's fun to flip the form. We know there’s gonna be people who are bothered by it, but that’s fine” The post Charli XCX on her new album:…

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Anna's Archive told to pay Spotify and record labels $322 million over unprecedented music scraping

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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The open-source library and search engine Anna’s Archive has been ordered to pay Spotify and the three of the world’s largest music labels $322 million in damages after it claimed to have scraped the entirety of the streaming platform’s library of music. Spotify, Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group and Sony…

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The open-source library and search engine Anna’s Archive has been ordered to pay Spotify and the three of the world’s largest music labels…

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Lana Del Rey shares gorgeous James Bond theme ‘First Light’ for new video game

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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She previously wrote '24' for 'Spectre' but the 'Honeymoon' track was rejected by Bond bosses The post Lana Del Rey shares gorgeous James Bond theme ‘First Light’ for new video game appeared first on NME.

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She previously wrote '24' for 'Spectre' but the 'Honeymoon' track was rejected by Bond bosses The post Lana Del Rey shares gorgeous James…

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Bluesky is having some issues in one of its 'reginos'

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Bluesky is once again having a wobble. The platform says some of its systems are down and that it’s “investigating an incident with service in one of our reginos” (that’s Bluesky’s typo, not mine). The issue appears to have started at 1:42AM ET and was still persisting as of 11AM.According to Bluesky’s status page,…

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Bluesky is once again having a wobble. The platform says some of its systems are down and that it’s “investigating an incident with service…

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‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Maker Launches Official Actual-Play Show Amid Growing Popularity of ‘Critical Role,’ ‘Dimension 20’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Other variety.com · 2026-04-16

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Hasbro’s Wizards of the Coast is putting their trademarked D back in DM-ing with the launch of a new “Dungeons & Dragons” actual-play TV series. Launching with its first two episodes available on YouTube on April 22 at 6:30 p.m. PT, the new show, titled “Dungeon Masters,” stars…

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Hasbro’s Wizards of the Coast is putting their trademarked D back in DM-ing with the launch of a new “Dungeons &…

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Character.ai Launches AI-Powered ‘Books’ Feature Letting Users Play Inside Classic Literature Like ‘Pride and Prejudice,’ ‘The Great Gatsby’

Other variety.com · 2026-04-16

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Character.ai is expanding beyond chatbot interactions and into narrative entertainment with the launch of “Books,” a new AI-powered experience that allows users to step inside and interact with classic works of literature. Rolling out Thursday as part of the platform’s c.ai Labs initiative, the feature introduces a…

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Character.ai is expanding beyond chatbot interactions and into narrative entertainment with the launch of “Books,” a new AI-powered…

Tom Waits’ First New Music in 15 Years Is a Chilling, Macabre Protest Song

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-16

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“Boots on the Ground,” recorded with Massive Attack, targets “federal pricks … sittin’ in a room full of Army posters”

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“Boots on the Ground,” recorded with Massive Attack, targets “federal pricks … sittin’ in a room full of Army posters”

Carey Mulligan on Going Ballistic in ‘Beef’

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-16

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After years of prestige restraint, the Oscar nominee finally lets loose in Netflix’s second installment of ’Beef,’ unleashing a dark and “naughty” new side: “I was delighted that she punches someone in the face.”

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After years of prestige restraint, the Oscar nominee finally lets loose in Netflix’s second installment of ’Beef,’ unleashing a dark and…

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Spotify debuts a new UI just for tablets

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Spotify has a new look today for listeners on tablets. The streaming service’s updated tablet UI now provides adaptive orientation, switching between portrait and landscape layouts rather than simply resizing the interface when changing how the device is held.Spotify's tablet app now sports a collapsible sidebar so…

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Spotify has a new look today for listeners on tablets. The streaming service’s updated tablet UI now provides adaptive orientation,…

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Canva starts previewing a more powerful version of its AI assistant

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Adobe isn't the only company releasing a new AI assistant this week. Ahead of its Create event in Los Angeles today, Canva announced Canva AI 2.0. Building on its existing AI assistant, the company is billing the release as its most significant update since the platform first launched in 2013, and the culmination of…

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Adobe isn't the only company releasing a new AI assistant this week. Ahead of its Create event in Los Angeles today, Canva announced Canva…

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How Danish raves and Massive Attack birthed Jesper Kyd’s trip-hoppy ‘Samson’ soundtrack

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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We're obsessed with the gritty gangster game's swaggering electronic score The post How Danish raves and Massive Attack birthed Jesper Kyd’s trip-hoppy ‘Samson’ soundtrack appeared first on NME.

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We're obsessed with the gritty gangster game's swaggering electronic score The post How Danish raves and Massive Attack birthed Jesper…

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Sex Pistols team up with Marshall for pink and yellow limited edition 50th anniversary amp stack ahead of Record Store Day

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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The 81 units are available to purchase worldwide now The post Sex Pistols team up with Marshall for pink and yellow limited edition 50th anniversary amp stack ahead of Record Store Day appeared first on NME.

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The 81 units are available to purchase worldwide now The post Sex Pistols team up with Marshall for pink and yellow limited edition 50th…

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Big Special announce new EP ‘O’Joy!’ with reflective single ‘Only Free When Sleeping’

Nme.com nme.com · 2026-04-16

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“We wanted to keep the balance of an emotional journey, like watching a movie with your eyes closed” The post Big Special announce new EP ‘O’Joy!’ with reflective single ‘Only Free When Sleeping’ appeared first on NME.

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“We wanted to keep the balance of an emotional journey, like watching a movie with your eyes closed” The post Big Special announce new EP…

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DJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: The only vlogging camera you'll ever need

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3 gimbal-camera was a category-defining camera. Two years since its launch, everyone from vloggers to pro film makers continue to upload how-to guides and gushing reviews to YouTube. When the Osmo Pocket 4 landed at the FCC at the end of 2025 (followed by a credible leak), creator forums and Reddit…

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DJI’s Osmo Pocket 3 gimbal-camera was a category-defining camera. Two years since its launch, everyone from vloggers to pro film makers…

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Anthropic will ask Claude users to verify their identities 'for a few use cases'

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Anthropic has started rolling out identity verification on Claude “for a few use cases.” The company didn’t list out those use cases in its announcement, but we’ve asked it for details and will update this post when we hear back. Anthropic says you might see a verification prompt upon “accessing certain capabilities,”…

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Anthropic has started rolling out identity verification on Claude “for a few use cases.” The company didn’t list out those use cases in its…

Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West on Messiness, Mental Health and That Iconic Celebrity Guest Star in ‘Big Mood’ Season 2: “It Was a Dream”

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-16

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The stars of Channel 4's dark comedy discuss season two's role reversal, a dream Tina Fey cameo and the guest star who wasn't afraid to "take the complete piss out of himself."

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The stars of Channel 4's dark comedy discuss season two's role reversal, a dream Tina Fey cameo and the guest star who wasn't afraid to…

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Amazon MGM's 2026 theatrical slate includes 'Highlander' and 'Spaceballs: The New One'

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Fresh off the box office success of Project Hail Mary, Amazon MGM Studios has announced its theatrical release lineup for the next year. Most of the titles aren't likely to hit the highs of the Ryan Gosling starrer which has grossed $515 million in theaters. However, there are a number of promising releases like…

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Fresh off the box office success of Project Hail Mary, Amazon MGM Studios has announced its theatrical release lineup for the next year.…

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YouTube now lets you hide Shorts

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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You now have the power to remove short-form videos from your YouTube feed if you don’t want to see them. YouTube has rolled out the capability to set your Shorts feed limit to zero minutes, which could help you stop doomscrolling, at least on mobile. The video-sharing platform originally launched a Shorts feed limit…

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You now have the power to remove short-form videos from your YouTube feed if you don’t want to see them. YouTube has rolled out the…

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Opera adds Browser Connector for integrating AI chatbots

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Opera is offering a new choice for looping in an AI assistant during browsing. Today, the company introduced Browser Connector, which allows Opera One and Opera GX users to integrate either ChatGPT or Claude into the platform. The chatbots will be able to access page content while a person is browsing and will draw…

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Opera is offering a new choice for looping in an AI assistant during browsing. Today, the company introduced Browser Connector, which…

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Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to 'nudify' apps

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-16

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Earlier this year it was revealed that Apple and Google were offering "nudify" apps on their stores despite having clear policies barring such content. Nearly three months later, such apps are not only still available, but being actively promoted on the iOS App Store and Google Play, according to a new…

Why it matters

Earlier this year it was revealed that Apple and Google were offering "nudify" apps on their stores despite having clear policies…

‘Beef’ Review: Prime Performances by Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan Make for a Juicy Season 2 of Netflix’s Smash

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-16

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Charles Melton and Cailee Spaeny round out the central quartet in Lee Sung Jin's dark comedy about the escalating rivalry between two couples working at a country club.

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Charles Melton and Cailee Spaeny round out the central quartet in Lee Sung Jin's dark comedy about the escalating rivalry between two…

‘Scrubs’ Season Finale Refuses to Tie Up Loose Ends

Hollywoodreporter.com hollywoodreporter.com · 2026-04-16

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A guest turn by Rachel Bilson, a cameo by a fan favorite and other stories all point to a (not-yet-ordered) second season.

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A guest turn by Rachel Bilson, a cameo by a fan favorite and other stories all point to a (not-yet-ordered) second season.

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Microsoft's new college deal is a half-hearted answer to the $500 MacBook Neo

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Apple's MacBook Neo is a $600 (or $500 for students) shot across the bow at affordable Windows laptops, and it seems like Microsoft has ready its first response. The newly announced "Microsoft College Offer" is a bundle of Microsoft 365 Premium, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, custom Xbox controller and discounted…

Why it matters

Apple's MacBook Neo is a $600 (or $500 for students) shot across the bow at affordable Windows laptops, and it seems like Microsoft has…

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Federal jury finds concert business Live Nation is a monopoly

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Live Nation, which operates the Ticketmaster platform, has been determined to be a monopoly. A federal jury handed down its decision today that the company violated federal and state antitrust rules. This finding won't surprise anyone who has used Ticketmaster and been sticker-shocked by their final bill. However,…

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Live Nation, which operates the Ticketmaster platform, has been determined to be a monopoly. A federal jury handed down its decision today…

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More Than 50% of PC Gaming Revenue Now Comes From Games Outside 20 Most Popular Titles, New Study Finds (Gaming News Roundup)

Other variety.com · 2026-04-15

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More video game playtime and revenue is now coming from games beyond the top 20 most popular PC games, according to a new report from Newzoo. For PC, 56% of Western-based revenue came from games ranked outside the top 20 last year, up from 48% in 2022. PC saw a jump from 33% of playtime […]

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More video game playtime and revenue is now coming from games beyond the top 20 most popular PC games, according to a new report from…

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PlayStation Plus April catalog adds include Horizon Remastered, Squirrel with a Gun and Frank Stone

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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For PlayStation Plus subscribers, April is going to be a little bit spooky, a tad sporty and extra squirrelly. PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium players will get access to The Crew Motorfest, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Football Manager 26 Console, Warriors: Abyss, Squirrel with a Gun, The Casting of Frank Stone…

Why it matters

For PlayStation Plus subscribers, April is going to be a little bit spooky, a tad sporty and extra squirrelly. PlayStation Plus Extra and…

Live Nation Operated as a Monopoly, Jury Finds

Rollingstone.com rollingstone.com · 2026-04-15

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Consequences could range from heavy monetary damages to a possible breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster

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Consequences could range from heavy monetary damages to a possible breakup of Live Nation and Ticketmaster

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There's yet another study about how bad AI is for our brains

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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A group of researchers from across the US and the UK have conducted a study on what AI does to our brains and the results are, in a word, grim. These results were published in a paper called "AI assistance reduces persistence and hurts independent performance" which kind of tells you everything you need to…

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A group of researchers from across the US and the UK have conducted a study on what AI does to our brains and the results are, in a word,…

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Google unleashes a native Gemini app for the Mac

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Not content with stuffing Gemini into all of its own apps and services, Google wants you to adopt its AI assistant on desktops and laptops too. The company released a Gemini Windows app on Tuesday and it's following that up a day later with one for Macs.Google says the macOS Gemini app is a "native desktop…

Why it matters

Not content with stuffing Gemini into all of its own apps and services, Google wants you to adopt its AI assistant on desktops and laptops…

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Recteq X-Fire Pro 825 review: A smart grill that pulls double duty

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Occasionally, you really can have it both ways. For the most part, pellet grills are great for smoking and mid-temperature cooking, but you’ll typically need other grills for high-heat searing and 1,000-degree temperatures(with a few exceptions). Sure, some pellet grills allow you to move the heat deflector for direct…

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Occasionally, you really can have it both ways. For the most part, pellet grills are great for smoking and mid-temperature cooking, but…

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Snap is laying off 16 percent of its workforce, blames AI

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Snap is laying off around 1,000 staff, amounting to 16 percent of its workforce, which it will seemingly replace with AI. The cuts were announced in a company-wide memo from CEO Evan Spiegel, who added that more than 300 open roles are also being closed. Spiegel said the "incredibly difficult" decision would…

Why it matters

Snap is laying off around 1,000 staff, amounting to 16 percent of its workforce, which it will seemingly replace with AI. The cuts were…

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Shoe company Allbirds pivots to AI compute in sign of a totally normal and healthy economy

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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The shoe company Allbirds, famous for its wool trainers, is pivoting to AI. You read that right. The San Francisco company has plans "to pivot its business to AI compute infrastructure, with a long-term vision to become a fully integrated GPU-as-a-Service and AI-native cloud solutions provider." It's also changing its…

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The shoe company Allbirds, famous for its wool trainers, is pivoting to AI. You read that right. The San Francisco company has plans "to…

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Traeger debuts Westwood smart pellet grills that start at $700

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Traeger gave backyard pit masters something more affordable last year with the Woodridge, but now the company is back with an even more budget-friendly option. With the Westwood series, the company offers very basic pellet grill functionality with a simplified controller and a no-frills design. You’ll still get Wi-Fi…

Why it matters

Traeger gave backyard pit masters something more affordable last year with the Woodridge, but now the company is back with an even more…

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The Vivo X300 Ultra is a powerful camera phone aimed at videographers

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Chinese phonemaker Vivo has been pushing the limits of smartphone photography in the last few years. However, the availability of its phones — like last year’s X200 Ultra, with its beefy add-on telephoto — has been intermittent in the West. The company says the X300 Ultra its first global flagship launch, although…

Why it matters

Chinese phonemaker Vivo has been pushing the limits of smartphone photography in the last few years. However, the availability of its…

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Spotify is selling books now

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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A collaboration between Spotify and Bookshop.org that allows readers to purchase physical books in the Spotify app is now live in the US and UK. Rather than positioning audiobooks as the hard copy-killer, Spotify is encouraging you to see them as complimentary to one another. First announced back in February, the new…

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A collaboration between Spotify and Bookshop.org that allows readers to purchase physical books in the Spotify app is now live in the US…

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Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Most teens in the United States say that Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat aren't harming their mental health, though a slightly higher proportion report negative effects on their sleep and productivity, according to a new report from Pew Research. The report offers fresh insights into how teens perceive the effects of…

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Most teens in the United States say that Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat aren't harming their mental health, though a slightly higher…

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Adobe's Firefly AI Assistant works across Photoshop, Premiere and other apps

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Few creative software companies have embraced AI like Adobe, with the company embedding image, video, audio and vector generation tools into nearly all its apps. Now, Adobe is taking on AI apps like Gemini's Nano Banana with its new prompt-based Firefly AI Assistant. You simply describe the outcome you want and it…

Why it matters

Few creative software companies have embraced AI like Adobe, with the company embedding image, video, audio and vector generation tools…

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Amazon's new Fire TV Stick HD is slimmer than ever and has no power adapter

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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After unveiling a 4K version of its Fire TV Stick Select at its hardware event last September, Amazon is launching the latest version of its HD dongle today. The Fire TV Stick HD costs $35, comes with Alexa+ built in and offers the redesigned experience that the company previewed at CES in January. It might be…

Why it matters

After unveiling a 4K version of its Fire TV Stick Select at its hardware event last September, Amazon is launching the latest version of…

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Amazon's budget-friendly answer to the Frame TV will start shipping on April 22

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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When Amazon introduced the Ember Artline TVs in January, it didn’t have a specific date of availability to share. Now, the company is ready to supply the details: Pre-orders open today, and units ship on April 22 in the US and Canada, “with the UK and Germany to follow.” The company also announced a new version of its…

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When Amazon introduced the Ember Artline TVs in January, it didn’t have a specific date of availability to share. Now, the company is ready…

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Godzilla goes to New York in 'Minus Zero' teaser trailer

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-15

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Japanese entertainment company Toho has released a teaser video for Godzilla Minus Zero, the upcoming sequel to the award-winning film Godzilla Minus One. The teaser shows the famous monster next to the Statue of Liberty as it rampages across New York. Godzilla Minus Zero is set in 1949, two years after the events of…

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Japanese entertainment company Toho has released a teaser video for Godzilla Minus Zero, the upcoming sequel to the award-winning film…

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Sony is nerfing its Bravia TVs' program guide

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Sony is removing some features from its TV guide and program guide displays for channels received by an over the air TV antenna on select models of Bravia televisions from 2023-2025. Cord Cutters News reported on the changes, which will take effect in late May.Channel logos and thumbnail images in program descriptions…

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Sony is removing some features from its TV guide and program guide displays for channels received by an over the air TV antenna on select…

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FCC just handed Netgear a de facto router monopoly in the US

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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The Federal Communications Commission has announced that Netgear has been given conditional approval that effectively exempts it from a previous ban on foreign-made networking routers. The conditional approval gives the company a de facto — though potentially temporary — monopoly on the selling and servicing of new…

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The Federal Communications Commission has announced that Netgear has been given conditional approval that effectively exempts it from a…

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Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Google has introduced a new app for Windows desktops and, unsurprisingly, it puts AI front at center. If you aren't a big fan of Google's Gemini chatbot, then skip on past this download. For those of you who are heavy Gemini users, though, this could mean a simpler and more integrated experience on Windows…

Why it matters

Google has introduced a new app for Windows desktops and, unsurprisingly, it puts AI front at center. If you aren't a big fan of Google's…

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NAACP sues xAI over data center pollution

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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The NAACP is suing xAI and a subsidiary called MZX Tech for allegedly operating unpermitted methane gas turbines to power its Colossus 2 data center in South Memphis. The association is asking the federal district court of the Northern District of Mississippi to declare that the company has violated the Clean Air Act,…

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The NAACP is suing xAI and a subsidiary called MZX Tech for allegedly operating unpermitted methane gas turbines to power its Colossus 2…

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What to expect from Google I/O 2026

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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We're sliding into developer conference season and one of the biggest events on the upcoming calendar is Google I/O. This year's edition is taking place on May 19 and 20. As usual, the in-person element will happen in Mountain View, California, though many of the keynotes and sessions will be livestreamed. Google will…

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We're sliding into developer conference season and one of the biggest events on the upcoming calendar is Google I/O. This year's edition is…

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League of Legends' new WASD control scheme will be enabled for ranked later this month

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Riot Games released a pile of updates for its long-running MOBA League of Legends. One of the more noteworthy changes coming to the game is the official launch of WASD controls. This alternate option, allowing players to traverse the rift by keyboard rather than by mouse, is rolling out to ranked matches in patch…

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Riot Games released a pile of updates for its long-running MOBA League of Legends. One of the more noteworthy changes coming to the game is…

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Microsoft raises prices on Surface PCs due to skyrocketing RAM costs

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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The RAMpocalypse continues. Microsoft just revealed significant price increases across the entire Surface line of products, according to reporting by Windows Central. The updated pricing has already hit the official Microsoft Store, with other retailers expected to follow suit in the near future. These are fairly…

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The RAMpocalypse continues. Microsoft just revealed significant price increases across the entire Surface line of products, according to…

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Chrome Skills let you save your favorite Gemini prompts for easy access

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Gemini in Chrome is about to get a small but handy upgrade. Starting today, Google is rolling out a feature it calls Skills to Chrome on desktop. Skills allow you to save your favorite Gemini in Chrome prompts for quick access, thereby making it easier and faster to repeat certain tasks. For instance, Google suggests…

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Gemini in Chrome is about to get a small but handy upgrade. Starting today, Google is rolling out a feature it calls Skills to Chrome on…

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Sony Inzone's latest monitor boasts a blazing 720Hz panel for competitive gamers

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Super fast gaming displays have grown in popularity recently following the release of several new models back at CES. Now Sony is hopping on that bandwagon with its latest display featuring a tandem OLED panel from LG that offers the choice of either 540Hz or 720Hz refresh rates. That said, priced at $1,100, the…

Why it matters

Super fast gaming displays have grown in popularity recently following the release of several new models back at CES. Now Sony is hopping…

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Samsung's new Micro RGB TVs start at $1,600 for a 55-inch model

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Samsung just released its lineup of Micro RGB TVs for 2026, and it includes models that start at 55 inches and go up to 85 inches. These 4K sets feature the company's Micro RGB display technology, which uses thousands of little red, green and blue LEDs to minimize color bleed and enable "expanded color with…

Why it matters

Samsung just released its lineup of Micro RGB TVs for 2026, and it includes models that start at 55 inches and go up to 85 inches. These 4K…

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Google Search tackles sites that try to stop you from leaving when you hit the back button

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Websites that act like a super-chatty colleague who just won't shut up and let you go when a conversation should be over are among the most annoying things on the internet. Google is now doing something about that scourge.Picture the scene: you look up something on Google Search and — instead of relying on potentially…

Why it matters

Websites that act like a super-chatty colleague who just won't shut up and let you go when a conversation should be over are among the most…

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OpenAI buys its second startup in a month

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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OpenAI has acquired Hiro Finance, a startup that offers AI-powered financial planning tools. As first reported by TechCrunch, fiscal terms of the deal, which was announced on Monday, were not disclosed by OpenAI. However, all signs point this to being an acquhire, with Hiro founder Ethan Bloch writing on LinkedIn that…

Why it matters

OpenAI has acquired Hiro Finance, a startup that offers AI-powered financial planning tools. As first reported by TechCrunch, fiscal terms…

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Amazon buys the satellite internet company behind Apple’s SOS system

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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Amazon has today announced it is merging with satellite internet provider Globalstar Inc. to bolster Leo, its Starlink rival. Globalstar isn’t a household name but you do know its work, as it provides Apple’s emergency satellite connectivity for compatible iPhones and Watches. In a statement, Amazon says the deal will…

Why it matters

Amazon has today announced it is merging with satellite internet provider Globalstar Inc. to bolster Leo, its Starlink rival. Globalstar…

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GoPro's Mission 1 offers 8K 60p video and interchangeable lenses

Engadget.com engadget.com · 2026-04-14

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GoPro has seen its action camera market share diminish due to strong competition from rivals like Insta360 and DJI of late. Now, the company is fighting back with a new line of flagship cameras called Mission 1, designed to greatly improve the video quality offered by its current Hero 13 camera. The company also…

Why it matters

GoPro has seen its action camera market share diminish due to strong competition from rivals like Insta360 and DJI of late. Now, the…

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’99 Nights in the Forest’ Movie in the Works at 20th Century Studios

Other variety.com · 2026-04-13

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The mega-popular Roblox game “99 Nights in the Forest” is being developed into a feature film at 20th Century Studios. In a highly competitive bid, the studio secured the theatrical film rights to the title, developed by Grandma’s Favourite Games and hosted on Roblox. There is no writer or director…

Why it matters

The mega-popular Roblox game “99 Nights in the Forest” is being developed into a feature film at 20th Century Studios. In a…

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Roblox to Launch ‘Kids’ Accounts for Users Ages 5-8, New Selection Process for Games Available to Players Under 16

Other variety.com · 2026-04-13

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Roblox is again expanding its safety protocols for younger users with the launch of “Kids” accounts for those ages 5-8 and “Select” accounts for the 9-15 age range. The new age-locked tiers will launch in June and utilize the facial-estimation, age-check technology that Roblox began rolling out…

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Roblox is again expanding its safety protocols for younger users with the launch of “Kids” accounts for those ages 5-8 and…

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

Other variety.com · 2026-04-10

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

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

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‘Last of Us’ Voice Actor Troy Baker, ‘Journey’ Composer Austin Wintory, ‘Dragon Ball’ Editor Kazuhiko Torishima Set for Italy’s Comicon Napoli

Other variety.com · 2026-04-10

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Popular U.S. voice actor Troy Baker (“The Last of Us”), Grammy-nominated video game composer Austin Wintory (“Journey,” “Assassin’s Creed Syndicate “) and Japanese manga magazine editor Kazuhiko Torishima — who has been instrumental to shepherding the “Dragon Ball” franchise — are among the top guests set…

Why it matters

Popular U.S. voice actor Troy Baker (“The Last of Us”), Grammy-nominated video game composer Austin Wintory (“Journey,” “Assassin’s…

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

Other variety.com · 2026-04-09

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

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

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

Other variety.com · 2026-04-07

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

Why it matters

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