Press review · Monday, 29 June 2026
29 June 2026
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kotaku.com Tech ·
Professor Layton Fans Are Concerned After 'AI Slop' Presentation
Given that Level-5's CEO previously stated that 'around 80~90% of games are made by AI,' this level of scrutiny should come as no surprise
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theverge.com Tech ·
Meta may have leaked the first look at its slim ‘Project Phoenix’ headset
Project Phoenix looks like a blend between the Meta Ray-Ban and Quest 3.
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ign.com Tech ·
After Cutting Ties With Kojima and Poor Wolverine Reviews, PlayStation’s Reputation As the Console for Elite-Tier Single-Player Exclusives Is Crumbling
Cutting ties with Kojima and poor Wolverine reviews are just the latest issues in a difficult generation for PlayStation. The platform's future has never looked bleaker.
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blog.playstation.com Tech ·
Play your way with Control Resonant’s expanded Assist Mode
Fine-tune combat, adjust individual mechanics, and shape the challenge to suit you.
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9to5mac.com Tech ·
Here's why I left T-Mobile for an MVNO - 9to5Mac
I left T-Mobile for an MVNO to save money. Here’s how US Mobile, Mint Mobile, and Visible compare and what you should know before switching.
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creativebloq.com Tech ·
Can you spot all the clues that prove this AI 'photo' isn't real?
There are a lot more errors than it seems at first glance.
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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation: Our Big Interview with Director Naoki Hamaguchi and Battle Director Teruki Endo
We asked the directors about physical media, how they chose the finale's subtitle, and more.
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nypost.com Tech ·
The cost of every new Apple product that debuted this week — and the price hikes since last launch
Apple is taking a bite out of your pocket.
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sammyguru.com Tech ·
Exclusive: Galaxy Buds On Design and Features Revealed
Exclusive: our first real look at the Galaxy Buds On, aka Galaxy Buds Able. Two rounded bulbs on a curved arm, plus Auto Volume, Volume Boost and no ANC.
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eurogamer.net Tech ·
"I don't think it's worth any amount of money" - Controversial real-life GTA 6 advertising campaign passed by City of Miami, but brand can only appear "discreetly"
A City Commission Meeting for Miami Beach has approved negotiations with Rockstar Games for an upcoming marketing campaign set in the seaside locale.
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cbsnews.com Tech ·
Afghan woman in Texas dubbed an "alien terrorist" is deported in DOJ's first case using obscure court
An Afghan permanent resident living in Texas has been deported after the Justice Department accused her of being an "alien terrorist," in the first such case of its kind.
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newrepublic.com Tech ·
Trump Falls Asleep Onstage at September 11 Ceremony
Donald Trump repeatedly dozed off at the 9/11 memorial event at the Pentagon.
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amazongamestudios.com Tech ·
Luna September Content Update
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zimperium.com Tech ·
Mantax Otax: Indonesian Mobile Ransomware with Spyware Integration
Discover the Mantax Otax mobile malware, a sophisticated Indonesian ransomware with advanced spyware features that targets user privacy and data security.
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bbc.com Tech ·
Sacked Grand Theft Auto worker claims Rockstar staff placed on 'watch list'
The makers of Grand Theft Auto deny staff were sacked for union organising and were instead dismissed for sharing confidential information online.
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Grand Theft Auto workers join protest as unfair dismissal tribunal begins
The 23 claimants were sacked by Rockstar Games last year for what it called "gross misconduct".
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polygon.com Tech ·
Steam's Chart-topping FPS Wardogs Finally Gets Official Console Release Window
But it's still a while away
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9to5google.com Tech ·
Google Wallet passes get fullscreen redesign on Android
Following the homepage revamp with search in May, Google Wallet is now rolling out a redesign of passes on Android.
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GTA 6's PS5 Controller Preorders Create Chaos on PlayStation Store as Scalpers Take Advantage of Scarcity
Pre-orders went live for Grand Theft Auto 6's new PS5 controllers this morning and the experience was extremely chaotic.
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Walmart Shoppers Are Supposedly Using a Hidden Promo Code to Knock $20 off The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Preorders, but It Might Not Work for Everyone
Walmart shoppers are supposedly using a hidden promo code to knock $20 off The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time preorders, bringing it down from $70 to $50, but it might not work for everyone.
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GTA 6 Developer Rockstar Says It Will Defend Itself 'Vigorously' From Union Claims as Employment Tribunal Over the Firing of 31 Workers Gets Underway
GTA 6 developer Rockstar Games has issued a new statement as it heads to an employment tribunal to face allegations that it unlawfully fired 31 workers.
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gematsu.com Tech ·
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes DLC character Zohar launches September 15 for PS5, PS4, and PC, September 23 for Switch
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes downloadable content character Zohar will launch on September 15 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, and September 23 for Switch, publisher Arc System Works …
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tomshardware.com Tech ·
Astonishing mod runs DLSS 5 on a second GPU to boost neural-rendered FPS up to 127% — game renders on one card, neural post-processing runs on the other, much like dedicated PhysX GPUs
Harkening back to the days of PhysX.
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PlayStation Ditched Hideo Kojima's Physint Due to Missed Deadlines and Budget Concerns, Report Claims
Sony's decision to walk away from its deal with the legendary Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima for upcoming PlayStation game Physint was reportedly the result of budget concerns and missed deadlines.
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Samsung says ‘Tim Cook’ bought a Galaxy Fold
It’s not the Tim Cook you’re thinking of.
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roadtovr.com Tech ·
Meta's Next-gen MR Headset Appears to Have Leaked Ahead of Connect
Images of Meta’s ‘Project Phoenix’ mixed reality headset appear to have leaked ahead of its anticipated unveiling at Connect later this month. The News Serial leaker ‘Luna’ appears to have found video within Quest’s Horizon OS showing off the headset’s prescription lenses, which are apparently set to be released in partnership by Meta’s official prescription […]
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usatoday.com Tech ·
Move over Apple, these brands say they’ve been folding for years
From burritos to dictionaries, other brands with bendable products are comparing themselves with the new iPhone Duo.
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Muramasa: Revenant Blades launches February 4, 2027
New trailer, visuals, and game details revealed for Vanillaware’s remastered action RPG.
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apple.com Tech ·
Apple introduces AirPods 5 with best-in-class open-ear Active Noise Cancellation
Apple today announced AirPods 5, delivering the industry’s best Active Noise Cancellation in an open-ear design and even better sound quality.
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investors.com Tech ·
Apple's iPhone Duo Distracts From Wearable AI Advancements
Apple demonstrated its advancements in artificial intelligence with its wearable devices and latest iPhones. Apple stock rose.
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The Retroid Pocket Duo Looks Perfect for DS and 3DS Emulation – And It’s About 10 Times Cheaper Than the Other Duo Announced This Week
It’s no secret that handheld gaming is in a bit of a renaissance right now. Ushered in by the Nintendo Switch and carried forward by the Steam Deck. Alongside these mainstream offerings are another class of handhelds aimed more at the past than the future. In particular, Android-powered dual-screen handhelds like the new Retroid Pocket Duo look to offer hardware designed for emulating the Nintendo DS and 3DS.
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thenextweb.com Tech ·
AI helped build a WeChat worm that spreads with one call
A WeChat worm built with AI hijacked accounts while phones were still ringing. Tencent says it is fixed, but it has published no advisory or CVE.
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videogameschronicle.com Tech ·
Amazon Prime’s 9 ‘free’ games for September include Doom Eternal and High on Life | VGC
Amazon Prime subscribers can claim the games to keep via its Luna service…
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gamingbible.com Tech ·
Real-life nudist resort forced to speak out after appearing in GTA VI leak
A real-life nudist resort has spoken out after a similar-looking business appeared in Cyberleek's GTA VI development leak as set pulses racing.
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chromeunboxed.com Tech ·
Lenovo Googlebook i 15 confirmed via Bluetooth SIG ahead of NYC media event
With Google's September 15 media showcase in NYC less than a week away, the final regulatory hurdles for the first wave of Googlebook hardware are rapidly clearing. Over the past month, we’ve tracked Lenovo's flagship clamshell (codenamed 'Ruby') through leaked high-resolution press renders and early regulatory milestones under model number GB 15IPH12. Now, fresh regulatory...
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wccftech.com Tech ·
DLSS 5 Modders Get Hybrid FP8/NVFP4 Running on RTX 50 GPUs, But Performance Improves by Just 1–2%
NVIDIA's DLSS 5 hybrid FP8/NVFP4 model shows minimal performance gains, with a slight increase from 54.57 to 55.16 FPS in Baldur's Gate 3 on RTX 50 Series GPUs.
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iPhone Duo could give Apple a 25% share of foldable market in 2026 - 9to5Mac
TrendForce says the iPhone Duo is expected to capture 24,8% of the foldable smartphone market in 2026 alone, countering a 20% slump in the segment.
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Nintendo Secures Legal Victory Against Sale of Switch Game Piracy Devices
Nintendo has won a major legal victory aimed at blocking the sale of devices that enable Switch game piracy.
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androidpolice.com Tech ·
Your Google Photos grid is about to get a lot more customizable on Android
Hopefully soon
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news.xbox.com Tech ·
XBOX and KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Expand Partnership to Publish PHYSINT
Hideo Kojima has spent his career challenging conventions and expanding what games can be. Today, KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS announced the next chapter of its partnership with XBOX. “Creators have choices about where and how they bring their ideas to life. We’re honored that Kojima-san has chosen XBOX to work with KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS on PHYSINT. His ambition to challenge conventions […]
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tvpworld.com Tech ·
Polish developer builds app that detects nearby Meta smart glasses
Worried Meta AI glasses may be recording you? Polish developer’s app can spot them
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cnet.com Tech ·
Sorry, Apple, but the iPhone Duo Isn't the Smart Display I'm Waiting For - CNET
Reports keep saying Apple is releasing a home smart display. It still hasn't happened, and here's why that's a problem.
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hollywoodreporter.com Tech ·
On September 11 Anniversary, Robert De Niro Calls for Mamdani to Be a “Bridge” for New York City
Also, how the Tribeca Festival co-founder and star of a new Netflix doc got me (and so many others) through the worst event of our public lives.
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macrumors.com Tech ·
What Upgrading to iPhone 18 Pro From iPhone 17 Pro Gets You
Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max largely build on last year's models with a series of targeted upgrades rather than a major redesign. The most notable changes dial in better performance, camera capabilities, battery life, and wired charging speeds. Several key specifications remain unchanged from the iPhone 17 Pro models.
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polygon.com Tech ·
PlayStation Missing-in-Action Heist Shooter Reemerges in Surprise Reveal
You remember Fairgame$? With the dollar sign?
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gameinformer.com Tech ·
Xbox Will Now Publish Hideo Kojima’s Action Espionage Game Physint After PlayStation Partnership Ends
Xbox is already publishing Kojima's upcoming horror game, OD. - Game Informer
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Apple shares 95-second recap of its ‘Surprise and Shine’ event - 9to5Mac
If you missed yesterday’s “Surprise and Shine” event and don’t feel like watching the entire hour-plus-long video, Apple has got you covered.
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nytimes.com Tech ·
The NFL, 9/11 and a decision that was bigger than the game
A week without football seems like an obvious calculus now. But 25 years ago, the NFL made the choice much more complicated.
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kctv5.com Tech ·
Gov. Kehoe backs Hoskins as Missouri map battle shifts to appeals court
The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals issued an order Thursday afternoon that it has expedited its review of the Missouri congressional map dispute.
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cnbc.com Tech ·
IEA warns global oil refining system ‘stretched to the limit’ as Iran, Ukraine wars tighten market
The energy agency warned shrinking inventories and strained refineries could further tighten markets.