Press review · Monday, 26 May 2025
26 May 2025
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nintendolife.com Tech ·
My Nintendo Store Reveals Pokémon Legends: Z-A Pre-Order Bonus & Bundles (UK)
Go figure
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whathifi.com Tech ·
What Bose and Apple headphones must now do to catch up with Sony's mighty WH-1000XM6
How do you challenge the best in the business?
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techradar.com Tech ·
10 great but unexpected ways to use ChatGPT – Reddit users reveal their power tips
ChatGPT is more than just a chatbot
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droid-life.com Tech ·
Galaxy S22 Series, Others Get May Security Patch
Samsung is shipping out more updates to end the week. This time around, owners of the Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy S22 series devices, and the Galaxy S23 FE are in line for the updated software. The changelog for each device only lists the May security patch, so don’t expect... #GalaxyS22 #GalaxyS22Ultra
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sammobile.com Tech ·
Galaxy Tab S10 series' One UI 8 development just took a big step forward
The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra was also benchmarked running Android 16, making this a pretty big step forward in the One UI 8 update's development.
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ign.com Tech ·
Two More Persona 4 Actors Have Said They're Not Returning for an Unannounced Persona 4 Remake - IGN
Officially, we don't know if there's going to be a remake of Persona 4. But if there was such a thing, we know now at least three of the original voice actors aren't coming back for it.
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tomshardware.com Tech ·
Dude, where's my GPU? — Micro Center customer gets backpack-stuffed box instead of RTX 5090
Micro Center has tallied up to 32 cases so far, all appearing to be from Zotac.
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macrumors.com Tech ·
iPhone 17 Base Model Now Said to Feature A18 Chip and 8GB of RAM
The latest rumored specs for the iPhone 17 base model are underwhelming. In a research note with equity research firm GF Securities this month,...
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androidpolice.com Tech ·
Google Phone app is getting a visual makeover with Android 16's Material 3 Expressive
Here is what the Google Phone app with Android 16's Material 3 Expressive will look like
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videogameschronicle.com Tech ·
Chie voice actor says she won’t reprise her role in the Persona 4 remake | VGC
This is the second voice actor in a week to say they won’t be in the unannounced remake…
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theverge.com Tech ·
Microsoft releases a bold new update for Notepad
Notepad is looking more and more like Microsoft Word.
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comicbook.com Tech ·
Epic Games Store Gives Away 2 of the Best Free Games Yet In 2025
Today, Epic Games Store is giving away two of its best free games yet this year, one of which has won many awards.
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You can get 15 percent off Elden Ring Nightreign on Steam and Xbox
Plus, a $25 Humble bundle includes a ton of Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher comics.
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9to5google.com Tech ·
Gemini app ‘Pro’ users getting Veo 3 trial on Android & iOS, AI Ultra now in 73 countries
Following last week’s launch at I/O 2025, Google is expanding access to Veo 3 in the Gemini app and Flow, while the Google AI Ultra...
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lifehacker.com Tech ·
TCL’s Entry-Level QLED TV Just Dropped Another $100
The QM6K is a powerful entry-level budget TV from TCL with 144Hz native refresh rate, HDR formats like HDR ULTRA with Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+, HDR10, & HLG, Dolby Atmos Audio, an anti-glare screen, 4 HDMI Inputs (one of which is an eARC), and the Google TV Smart OS.
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zdnet.com Tech ·
I highly recommend this Lenovo laptop, and it's nearly 50% off
Lenovo's ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 is a top-notch work laptop with a long-lasting battery and solid performance. For a limited time, multiple configurations are on sale.
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Google showing Pixel 10, ‘upcoming devices’ to Superfans & others in exclusive June event
Google today reached out to Pixel Superfans about a “pre-launch event” this June for the Pixel 10 series and other “upcoming devices."
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ft.com Tech ·
OpenAI risks being undercut by cheaper rivals, says star investor Mary Meeker
Competition from groups including China’s DeepSeek suggest big AI models will be ‘commoditised’
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playstationlifestyle.net Tech ·
PS Plus Essential June 2025 Bonus Monthly Game Available Now - PlayStation LifeStyle
The first PS Plus June 2025 Essential monthly game is out now, following a brief delay. This time, members get four games.
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pokemon.com Tech ·
Test Your Knowledge of Team Rocket’s History in the Pokémon TCG with This Quiz
Team Rocket is back in the new Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals expansion, and you can test your knowledge of their history in the game.
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Nintendo’s Switch era took Pokémon collecting to the next level
The Nintendo Switch revolutionized Pokémon’s approach to letting you catch ‘em all
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Galaxy S23 Series Gets May Security Patch
Samsung is shipping out the May security patch to additional devices this week, this time to the Galaxy S23 series. You can view the updated build numbers below, but the changelog doesn’t point to anything beyond the May patch. If you spot something else, feel free to... #GalaxyS23 #GalaxyS23Plus
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EA Still Making At Least 3 Marvel Games, Even After Black Panther Cancellation - IGN
Yesterday, EA announced it would be shutting down Cliffhanger Games and canceling the studio's project, Black Panther. But both EA and Marvel are adamant that this changes nothing for the partnership between the two companies, which will still be developing at least three games together, beginning with Iron Man.
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androidauthority.com Tech ·
One of the greatest platformers of all time is currently free on Android
The classic horror-platformer Limbo is free on Android for a limited time, so claim it on the Epic Games Store while you still can.
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Valorant is switching to Unreal Engine 5 and finally adding replays
The highly-requested relay system is nearly here
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Activision Quietly Force Adverts into Call of Duty Black Ops 6 and Warzone Loadouts and Players Absolutely Hate It: 'At This Point It Really Feels Like Opening Up a Mobile Game' - IGN
With the launch of Call of Duty Season 4, Activision quietly put adverts inside loadouts for Black Ops 6 and Warzone, sparking a backlash in the process.
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techcrunch.com Tech ·
Gemini will now automatically summarize your long emails unless you opt out | TechCrunch
Google is putting AI to work on your inbox, whether or not it's something you want to use.
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wccftech.com Tech ·
iPhone 17 To Match iPhone 17 Pro’s Display Size With Slimmer Bezels, Offering More Screen Real Estate Without Changing The Overall Dimensions Of The Device
Apple is looking to increase the display size of the base iPhone 17 model, matching it with the 'Pro' models with slimmer bezels.
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dexerto.com Tech ·
Valorant devs reveal huge changes for 11.00 update & five-year anniversary - Dexerto
Riot Games has revealed some of their plans for Valorant’s 11.00 patch and beyond, and it includes a big switch to Unreal Engine 5 for some nifty upgrades.
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Elden Ring Nightreign Developer FromSoftware Already Has a Patch in the Works to Make the Brutally Difficult Solo Play Easier - IGN
It’s early days for Elden Ring Nightreign, but already developer FromSoftware has announced a patch that will make solo play easier. Check out early patch notes for update 1.02.
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engadget.com Tech ·
The best microSD cards for the Nintendo Switch 2
If you want to add more storage to your Nintendo Switch 2, you'll need a new microSD Express card. Here's what you should know before you buy one.
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eurogamer.net Tech ·
Elden Ring Nightreign gets strong start on Steam, despite Mixed reaction
UPDATE 4.30pm UK: Elden Ring Nightreign has had two million players in its first day.
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arstechnica.com Tech ·
2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 first drive: Engineered for insane speed
Now that Chevrolet can fit turbos to the Corvette, it’s gone and done just that.
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aftermath.site Tech ·
Video Game Consoles Are Dead - Aftermath
While Nintendo still focuses on console exclusivity, the rest of the video game industry is changing
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Can a redesign save Apple’s software?
On The Vergecast: if AI is the future of UI, can Siri be the future of Apple?
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PSA: You've only got a few hours left to log into MultiVersus if you want to play offline once it closes
Today marks the end for once-promising free-to-play platform fighter MultiVersus; it's being delisted from stores and w…
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All buffs and nerfs in Black Ops 6 & Warzone Season 4 - Dexerto
Here all of the weapon buffs and nerfs in Black Ops 6 and Warzone Season 4, so you know which guns are still the strongest.
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Elden Ring Nightreign is getting another patch next week to improve solo play
Elden Ring Nightreign will receive another patch next week to make improvements for solo players.
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gizmodo.com Tech ·
iPad Wi-Fi 128GB Hits a New Record Low Price, Amazon Clears Stock Ahead of Prime Day
This 2025 iPad is one of the best tablets on the market to date.
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nytimes.com Tech ·
Fake My Run Is Tricking Strava While Trying to Make a Larger Point
The man behind a program that lets you trick apps like Strava with fake workouts is trying to make a larger point. “I feel like I’m poking at a very real problem,” he said.
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cnet.com Tech ·
Apple Reportedly Changing Software Naming System: iOS 26, Not iOS 19, Is Next
The company reportedly hopes to bring consistency and clarity to a confusing naming system.
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Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 first drive: hype meets hyperspeed
Protect your neck.
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dailygalaxy.com Tech ·
Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, and Sam Altman Announce the End of Smartphones — But Tim Cook Isn’t Playing Along
Four tech giants are moving to replace the smartphone with devices that sound straight out of science fiction. From brain chips to digital skin, the future may already be underway. One major player, though, is refusing to let go.
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Pokémon Go Serene Retreat Collection Challenges and rewards
Everything you need to know about the Serene Retreat event in Pokémon Go, including how to complete the Collection Challenges, research tasks and the rewards.
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kotaku.com Tech ·
The President Is Dead (In Helldivers 2)
Fans won their biggest victory yet and get to keep the traveling battle station that helped win it
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Elden Ring Nightreign’s Massive Steam Launch Tarnished by 'Mixed' User Reviews Over Lack of Duos Co-Op, Voice Chat - IGN
Elden Ring Nightreign has enjoyed a massive launch on Steam, but the excitement was tarnished by a ‘mixed’ user review rating, with players complaining about a lack of duos co-op and voice chat.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 will finally back up screenshots to the cloud
Sharing screenshots is getting easier.
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The Witcher 3 Is Getting One More Patch Later in 2025, Adding Mods on Consoles for the First Time - IGN
The Witcher 3 is getting one more patch later in 2025, bringing cross-platform mod support to the game and making mods available on consoles for the very first time.
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Hell is Us Brings a 'New-Weird' Approach to the Sci-Fi Action-RPG - IGN
After playing several hours of the opening of Hell is Us along with some mid-game dungeon crawling, we found it to be a game that, so far, makes charting out into a familiar yet deeply alien world feel captivating.
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windowscentral.com Tech ·
Xbox Game Pass is "dangerous," according to the former head of PlayStation, but I think he's completely wrong
Shuei Yoshida of Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) says that subscription gaming won't advance the industry, but there's a significant flaw in his reasoning.