Archive for may 2025
The only game announced remains the action game Iron Man
Separate security measures are in place for video chatting
So far, the update has only been released in the US
It is a single seater with a modest design and easy maintenance
Steam users can experience the game from 2 to 16 June
Reachy Mini will help in testing AI applications
For now, only paid XChat subscription holders can participate in XChat testing
Four years of work on the game was in vain
The console versions are expected to be released in the second half of 2025
The F-15E Strike Eagle aircraft demonstrated a new weapon configuration for the first time - with APKWS II laser-guided missiles. These munitions were not previously included in the official list of compatible platforms, so the appearance of the corresponding image from the US Central Command was a strong signal of a change in approaches to the combat use of the fighter jet.
The government and the military presented 7 Ukrainian multi-rotor UAVs, which are already being used at the front as an alternative to Chinese Mavic.
The Buntar-3 reconnaissance system with built-in artificial intelligence and independent navigation will soon be supplied to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Russia has intensified GPS jamming and spoofing in the eastern Baltic Sea, which poses a serious threat to civilian navigation and is causing alarm among countries in the region.
The Twitch platform is preparing for updates that will make streaming even more comfortable and modern. At TwitchCon Europe, the company's CEO Dan Clancy announced the launch of several new features.
Indian company NxtQuantum Shift Technologies has announced the launch of a new smartphone called AI+, which will be available by the end of June 2025.
The new Xiaomi Redmi Pad 2 budget tablet may appear on the market as early as next month. Although the company has not yet officially announced the new product, some European online stores have already disclosed the estimated cost of 4G and Wi-Fi only models.
Vivo has officially launched a new 33W fast-charging Power Bank. The battery comes with a built-in USB-C cable with an L-shaped connector and is designed for convenient everyday use.
Xiaomi has introduced a new outdoor surveillance camera, Outdoor Camera 4, which is already available in China for about $42 (299 yuan). The main feature of the device is a dual camera with two 5-megapixel sensors with different focal lengths.
GameStop has revealed the secret behind Pearl Abyss Studios
The new Historic Mentor service offers users a unique opportunity to communicate in real time with virtual clones of prominent historical figures.
Porsche has asked UK dealers to stop selling some Taycan electric vehicles due to a possible battery problem.
Casio has officially confirmed the release of the new G-Shock G-5600SFJ-9 model, created in collaboration with the Japanese branch of the Surfrider Foundation, in the UK market.
SuperMaker AI has launched a service for creating realistic images, music, speech, and video based on text queries. Users can now enter a description or text to get high-quality multimedia content created by generative artificial intelligence.
Meta has announced that WhatsApp will stop working on some older iPhone models from Sunday, 1 June 2025. This is part of a regular update to the minimum requirements for the app to work.
According to the China Academy of Information and Communication Technology (CAICT), sales of foreign-branded smartphones in China increased slightly in April.
Logitech is close to officially announcing the successor to its popular MX Master 3S mouse, the MX Master 4. The device has recently received Bluetooth certification in Brazil, which confirms the imminent launch of the new product.
Google has officially announced that Gemini Live's camera and screen streaming features are now available to all Android and iOS users, including those using the free version.
Samsung has opened One UI 8 testing, and the demand has exceeded all expectations. In the United States, the beta testing programme has already reached the maximum number of participants, with registration closing in less than a day.
Sony has released the new WH-1000XM6 headphones, which not only have improved sound quality and new features, but also become more maintainable.
OnePlus is preparing for the global release of its new flagship tablet - OnePlus Pad 3. The official launch date in Europe and North America is set for 5 June 2025.
Infinix will soon present a new Smart series smartphone - the Smart 10 model. According to a leak from insider Paras Gugalni, the new product will receive minor technical updates and a slightly changed appearance.
Vivo is preparing to expand its T4 smartphone lineup in India with the launch of a new model, the Vivo T4 Ultra. The brand has published the first official teaser of the phone, which hints at an imminent debut in the country.
Cuktech has officially introduced a new portable charger - Power Bank 15 Air with SiC batteries.
Vivo is preparing two important releases at once - the Vivo X200 FE and Vivo X Fold5 smartphones, which will be launched on 10 July, according to insiders in India. Both models are likely to be presented at the same event.
Govee is preparing to release an updated version of the popular Galaxy Light Projector Pro - the device is called Galaxy Light Projector 2 Pro.
Casio America has unexpectedly released the new G-Shock G-LIDE GLXS5610-2 and GLXS5610-4 women's watches earlier than in Japan and other countries.
Google has sent out an invitation to Pixel Superfans to take part in a special event on 27 June. The letter refers to a "new Pixel experience", but the company has not yet disclosed any specifics.
Samsung is at the centre of a patent infringement lawsuit filed in federal court in Texarkana, Texas.
Garmin may soon introduce new swimming and walking workouts on its smartwatches.
TP-Link has released a new smart door lock, the Tapo DL100 Smart Deadbolt, which supports the Samsung SmartThings platform
Honor has introduced a new affordable smartwatch, the Watch Fit Vitality Edition, which combines style, functionality and convenience in a small body. This model is already available in two variants - Vitality Edition and Elegant Edition with different designs.
According to the latest rumours, the base model of the iPhone 17 will feature the A18 processor, which is already used in the iPhone 16. This was reported by Apple analyst Jeff Pu in a research note for GF Securities.
Apple is working on new touch buttons for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. They have no moving parts, but when touched, the user will feel as if they are pressing a regular button - thanks to a special vibration that simulates a click.
HMD Global, known for its Nokia smartphones, is preparing to launch its first Wear OS smartwatches - HMD Rubber 1 and Rubber 1S.
Japanese carmaker Toyota has announced plans to produce the hot GR Corolla hatchback in the UK from 2026 in response to growing global demand for the model.
The battery of the Galaxy E5 electric car from Chinese automaker Geely has successfully passed an unusual compression test using a 36-tonne ZTZ-59D (Type 59) tank.
Volkswagen's famous sausages, for many years a domestic hit at the carmaker, will be available as a ready meal in supermarkets across Germany from mid-June 2025.
The unmanned platform has already received official approval from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence
In close combat, he'll have no equal.
Eve is waiting for you!
Honor Tablet 10 is officially launched in China after being released in Malaysia and Europe as Honor Pad 10. It is a mid-budget Android tablet designed for learning, productivity and eye comfort.
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S25 Edge, an ultra-thin flagship with a thickness of just 5.8 mm, which goes on sale in the US and other countries today, 30 May.
Samsung is preparing to introduce a new series of Galaxy Tab S11 tablets, which will include two models - the basic Tab S11 and the flagship Tab S11 Ultra. According to a new leak, the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra will have a significant improvement in battery life, with a battery capacity of up to 12,000 mAh.
It's a great result of an experimental game
To achieve this result, a 19-core cable with a standard diameter was used
Honor will continue to collaborate with Chinese startup Unitree G1
CD Projekt will delight console gamers with new features
Microsoft is now focusing on working with ASUS on a console codenamed Project Kennan
Lockheed Martin is planning a radical upgrade of the F-35, incorporating developments for the sixth generation fighter into the aircraft. The goal is to make it more powerful, more stealthy and even potentially unmanned.
Meta and miltech startup Anduril are developing the EagleEye VR system for the US Army. The device improves the sensitivity of a soldier's vision and hearing, detects threats, and allows him to control weapons with artificial intelligence.
The first UAT-TISA armoured vehicles from UkrArmoTech have been officially handed over to the military. They have already been tested, received a NATO number and are ready to work at the front.
The project will be part of the ambitious $22bn EagleEye military project
TES: Arena and TES II: Daggerfall are available for free
Battery capacity of 5000 mAh with a thickness of 8.7 mm
The company has tested 15,000 third-party games
The big announcement is expected at the WWDC 2025 conference
Android 16 is expected to be released in the summer of 2025
The DLC will be released on the 3rd of June
The game is already available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox
Nissan is discontinuing the Versa model with a manual transmission, which means the soon-to-be most affordable car in the U.S. and the last five-speed manual in that market will disappear.
Fiat and Kartell have unveiled the new result of their co-operation - the Fiat Grande Panda Kartell concept. The premiere took place during Milan Design Week 2025.
Honda has introduced in Japan a new Accord sedan with an upgraded Sensing 360+ partially automated driving system. Thanks to this system, the driver will be able to take his hands off the steering wheel on motorways.
For the first time in a decade of annual tradition, Apple executives will not be taking part in a live episode of The Talk Show, a popular podcast hosted by John Gruber.
Samsung has opened eleven new service centres to repair the displays of its Galaxy Z series foldable smartphones in South Korea, bringing the total number of service centres to 158.
The Apple Research team conducted a study that showed that artificial intelligence is able to accurately determine the pulse by heart sounds, even if the models were not specifically designed for this purpose.
Xiaomi is preparing a new premium tablet - the Pad 7S Pro. After the recent launch of the Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra, the company plans to introduce a model with slightly different characteristics, which will be a direct successor to the Pad 6S Pro.
The new Xiaomi 16 flagship, which is expected to be released later this year, has already been leaked. According to the Chinese social network Weibo, the smartphone will retain the design of the main camera, similar to the previous Xiaomi 15 model, which was released in October 2024.
Garmin has released a stable software update version 8.11 for the Lily 2 series of smartwatches. The update affects both the standard Lily 2 and Lily 2 Classic versions.
The next generation of Google Pixel 10 smartphones will be powered by the new Tensor G5 chipset manufactured by TSMC.
The new flagship Samsung Galaxy Flip 7, according to the latest data, will receive the Exynos 2500 processor even in the US market.
Vivo in China has released new Air 3 wireless headphones. They support spatial sound, last up to 45 hours and can connect to two devices simultaneously.
Anker has released new Prime Thunderbolt 5 cables, which are now available on Amazon in the US and Germany. The new product is available in two lengths: 0.5 m (1.7 ft) and 1 m (3.3 ft).
Oppo last released a foldable smartphone back in 2023 - it was the Find N3 Flip. Since then, nothing has been heard from the company about foldable models of this format. However, a new patent application to the WIPO may hint that Oppo is preparing a successor, the Find N5 Flip.
DeepSeek has released an updated version of its R1 artificial intelligence model, DeepSeek-R1-0528. This new version is faster, smarter, and less likely to make mistakes called "hallucinations" in AI - when the model comes up with incorrect or false answers.
Renders and photos have appeared on the web, allegedly demonstrating the new Casio Frogman GW-8200TPF Poison Dart model.
Sony seems to be changing its approach to the production of its flagship smartphones. The Japanese publication reports that the company has started to outsource the production of top models to third-party manufacturers.
Amazfit has updated the software for its recently announced Bip 6 smartwatch to version 3.1.2.1. The update adds several useful features, the most notable of which is the ability to wake the screen with a double tap.
Samsung continues to roll out the One UI 7 update for its popular Galaxy A53 mid-budget smartphone.
Vivo has launched the new Vivo Pad 5 tablet alongside its S30 series of smartphones in China. The new product replaces the Pad 5 Pro model, which was released last month, and is aimed at both entertainment and work.
A bloggers dream!
Automotive group Stellantis and tech giant Amazon have stopped working together on the SmartCockpit software platform for cars.
Gamers can access a catalogue of over 2,200 games from all popular services
Tesla sold 7,261 vehicles in Europe in April, down 49 per cent year-on-year.
Valve has never fallen this low before
It's been rumoured for a long time and Jeep has finally officially confirmed it: the Cherokee is coming back. The new generation SUV will debut soon and go on sale in America later this year.
The new version has a new screen and additional operating modes
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that China had stopped supplying drones to Ukraine and European countries, while retaining access to drones for Russia.
In Russia, detailed schematics of nuclear facilities have been made publicly available through tender documents, despite a ban on the publication of such information since 2020.
Analysts from the Oryx project have recorded more than 4,000 destroyed or damaged Russian tanks in the war against Ukraine, based on photo and video evidence alone.
But a release date for the Switch version of SOMA has not yet been announced
In Uzbekistan, the modernisation of the Soviet T-64B tank was demonstrated. The vehicle was completely redesigned externally, equipped with a new engine and a number of visually atypical solutions.
Israel used a combat laser air defence system during its operation against Hezbollah in Lebanon. This became known only six months after the end of hostilities.
Users from fifty regions can join the test
Sharp Aquos R10 sales will start in July
The smartphone will be unveiled in July
Don't miss a great giveaway
Sales of the novelty are scheduled to start on 31 May
It's probably the most unusual class of the eight.
Temporary discounts are available on new products
The feature is called Ask Play about this app
The International Drone Coalition, led by Latvia and the United Kingdom, has joined new members. In addition, it plans to spend at least €2.75 billion to support Ukraine by the end of 2025.
Dinosaurs and drones: a great combination
Ukraine has tested an autonomous "mother drone" that can fly deep into the enemy's rear (up to 300 km) and launch FPV strike drones there - inexpensively, accurately and without unnecessary noise.
Germany will officially finance the production of IRIS-T air defence systems and missiles in Ukraine and invest in the domestic defence industry.
Ukraine has created a device that not only "hears" enemy drones, but also shows what they see - Chuika 3.0.
Even the popular Galaxy S22 Ultra made it to the list
South Korea is investigating the crash of a P-3 Orion military patrol aircraft during a training flight. The incident occurred on 29 May near the base in Pohang.
Even Musk was surprised
It's beautiful!
EA wants to focus on other important franchises
The Rotterdam Port Authority's all-electric hydrofoil patrol vessel was recently launched. The vessel is part of a pilot project to renew the division's fleet.
General Motors is investing $888 million in the Tonawanda Powertrain plant in Buffalo, N.Y., to increase engine production and create a next-generation V8 engine.
Skoda Auto has revealed a modern interpretation of the Skoda Favorit hatchback. If released now, it would be made into an all-electric crossover with batteries under the floor.
Android users have noticed that the Instagram app has started draining the battery on their smartphones much faster.
Honor has unveiled the new EarBuds X9 wireless headphones in China during its 400th series event. The main features of the model are large 12.4 mm drivers and Golden Ear certification from the China Audio Industry Association.
The WhatsApp team continues to work on new features, which are first introduced in beta versions of the app. Recently, a new option called Logout was added to the WhatsApp for Android beta.
Google has updated the Google Photos app, adding an updated editor with artificial intelligence support.
Oppo is preparing a new smartphone, the A5m, and its specifications and price were accidentally revealed before the official announcement. According to preliminary information, the device has already gone on sale in Poland, and it is known that it will cost about PLN 899, which is approximately equal to $239 or €211.
Redmi is preparing to release a new smartphone that has recently appeared in the database of the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This mysterious device with the model number 25062RN2DL has 5G support, as well as modern Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, and NFC communication modules.
Opera has introduced a new AI-enabled browser, Neon, which can create games, write code, and prepare reports. This browser is powered by AI agents and offers users three main functions: Chat, Do, and Make.
X users can no longer send encrypted messages in private chats. The company announced a "pause" of this feature, noting that it is working on improving it.
The team that created the Shortcuts app (later acquired by Apple) presented a new project - Sky. This is a smart assistant with deep integration into macOS that can analyse everything that happens on the Mac screen and help users with almost any task.
Redmi has officially revealed the estimated price of its new K80 Ultra smartphone. According to the brand's general manager, the novelty will appear on the Chinese market at a price in the range of 3000 yuan, which is equivalent to about $416 or €367.
The new Samsung Galaxy Fold7 foldable smartphone has been tested in Geekbench and confirmed the use of the flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.
Xiaomi has opened pre-orders for the new Mijia High-Speed Hair Dryer Pro priced at 579 yuan (about $80) in China.
Apple has officially added iPad tablets to its Self Service Repair programme. Users will be able to purchase original spare parts and tools to repair their devices directly through the Apple Self Service Repair online store.
Samsung has started rolling out the March 2025 security update for the Galaxy Watch 4 in Europe. It's a large update, around 450MB in size, but it only contains a new patch with no additional features or performance improvements.
According to analyst firm Omdia, in the first quarter of 2025, Samsung became the leader in OLED TV sales in North America for the first time, overtaking LG. Samsung's share in this market was 50.3%, while LG's was 34.5%.
Samsung is preparing a new mid-range tablet, the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, which has recently been tested by the Geekbench benchmark. The device, codenamed SM-X406B, has an Exynos 1380 processor and 6 GB of RAM.
Hideo Kojima has confirmed that he is working on an animation project as well
CATL, the world's largest electric vehicle battery manufacturer, has announced a breakthrough in lithium metal battery (LMB) technology through a statistical analysis method called Quantitative Mapping.
All the details will be announced at WWDC
Stellantis has officially announced the appointment of Antonio Filosa as Chief Executive Officer. He was unanimously approved by the Board of Directors and will take up his duties on 23 June.
Ducks have never been so wild
The best-selling smartphone was the base version of the iPhone 16
Cyberpunk 2077 sales have surpassed 30 million copies
There are no technical specifications of the headphones, but at this price they are not needed
The plant alone will cost €10bn
The corresponding announcement is likely to be made at the WWDC25 conference
The smartphone will get a MediaTek Dimensity 7300 processor
The mobile version of the game will be released on the 8th of July
The life of Telegram users will not be the same
South Korean company Hanwha Aerospace has presented the concept of an unmanned multiple launch rocket system that looks like the well-known Chunmoo, but is designed for new combat scenarios, including maritime operations.
The Swiss federal government has agreed to the sale of 71 Leopard 1 A5 battle tanks by Ruag MRO Holding to Germany. But with a clear warning: these tanks are not allowed to enter Ukraine.
Whiskas has introduced a series of video podcasts called Purrcast, designed for kitten owners who do not have enough experience in caring for an animal. The project aims to close an informational gap: according to the brand's internal research, 72% of new "cat parents" admit that they were not ready for a cat to come home.
While everyone is chasing trailers, beta test sign-ups, and update lists, YouTube suddenly unleashed a full-length orchestral session of the Clair Obscur soundtrack: Expedition 33. The video garnered almost 1.5 million views, which is almost like a Grammy in pixel terms for video game music.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City is expected to be released in 2026
The firmware is distributed in stages
The Croatian company DOK-ING, together with Germany's Rheinmetall, presented the Komodo drone, a tracked monster among ground drones. The machine is impressive in size and designed for combat, logistics and evacuation.
The volume of the PC case is only three litres
The manufacturer recommends paying attention to more current smartphone models
SSD is aimed at data centres and the enterprise sector
The company has big plans for the Apple Arcade
The performance and battery life of the gadget on Valve's OS has increased significantly
The game can already be added to your wishlist
Amid an escalating conflict with Pakistan and a growing air threat from China, India has given the green light to the development of its own fifth-generation stealth fighter.
Russia and Belarus have decided to stage a "comeback" of the Soviet aerospace industry and create a new Su-75 stealth fighter, which is still only on paper and in the form of invisible prototypes.
German startup TYTAN Technologies has demonstrated the Interceptor S drone with artificial intelligence capable of destroying enemy FPV drones that threaten armoured vehicles.
On the morning of 28 May, Ukrainian drones struck Moscow's Zelenograd, attacking the Elma technology park, which houses dozens of electronics and science companies.
The Slovak Armed Forces have installed homemade anti-drone structures on T-72M1 and Leopard 2A4 tanks - it doesn't look very stable, but the trend is clear.
At the beginning of June, Excalibur Army will start assembling CAESAR 8×8 self-propelled artillery systems with up to 40% local content and a focus on strengthening the Czech defence industry.
Toyota is preparing to partially shift production of the GR Corolla sports hatchback from Japan to the UK, Reuters reported, citing anonymous sources.
Bentley is preparing for the premiere of the most extreme version of its Bentayga SUV. It will be unveiled on 2 June. It will be the new flagship of the range in terms of dynamics and handling, which will eclipse even the 12-cylinder Bentayga Speed.
Anker has introduced the new Soundcore Sleep A30 headphones, designed specifically for those who want to sleep peacefully even in noisy environments. According to the manufacturer, about 40% of adults have trouble sleeping due to extraneous sounds, and these headphones are designed to help with this.
Chinese brand Lynk & Co, part of Geely, is bringing to the European market the 08 model, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) capable of travelling up to 200 km on electric power on the WLTP cycle. This is a record among all plug-in hybrids officially introduced in Europe.
Lenovo has officially launched its new ThinkPlus Mini Color Box Smart Touchscreen Bluetooth Earbuds, known as LP70 Pro, in China.
Next week, Summer Game Fest will begin broadcasting its showcase, kicking off a month-long celebration of game announcements and presentations. While producer and host Geoff Keighley has yet to confirm the full line-up of games on display, he has revealed that legendary game creator Hideo Kojima will appear on stage live.
Motorola is preparing a new mid-budget smartphone, the Moto G56 5G, which accidentally appeared on official websites in the Czech Republic and Slovakia ahead of the official presentation on 29 May 2025. The leak revealed many details about the device's specifications and design.
European regulators have launched an investigation into Pornhub and three other sites for insufficient protection against access by minors.
Pirelli's Cyber Tire smart tyre technology could be banned from the US market due to national security concerns.
In the first quarter of 2025, smartphone shipments in Europe decreased by 4% compared to the same period in 2024. Despite the launch of the new Galaxy S25 series, Samsung recorded a 2% drop in shipments, but its market share increased from 32% to 33%.
Samsung, together with the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), has created a new generation of cooling technology that will allow the production of refrigerators and other cooling devices without the usual refrigerants that harm the environment.
Apple is preparing to release the iPhone 17 Air in September, which will replace the iPhone 16 Plus model. New data reveals details about the weight and technical characteristics of the device.
OnePlus has announced the launch of a new set of AI features that will debut with the OnePlus 13s smartphone. The centrepiece of the new features will be a special button on the body called Plus Key, which replaces the usual Alert slider.
Samsung has begun rolling out the One UI 7 update based on Android 15 for the Galaxy A15 (4G) in several countries in Asia, Oceania, Europe and North America. This is the first major software update for this model.
Xiaomi has introduced an affordable Smart LED Bulb (White and Colour) with Matter support and 16 million colours.
Marshall has announced a new version of its portable Bluetooth speaker - Kilburn III. The main feature of the new product is significantly improved battery life.
Samsung is actively developing augmented reality (AR) technologies. Their new virtual reality headset, codenamed Project Moohan, has recently appeared in the Geekbench database.
Samsung has started rolling out a new update for the Galaxy Flip 3, which includes the May 2025 security patch. The innovation is designed to improve the security of the smartphone and eliminate known vulnerabilities.
New rumours have emerged about the upcoming Casio EFK-100 mechanical watch line, which will include five models.
According to a new report by Cellular Insights, commissioned by Qualcomm, two Android smartphones with Snapdragon X75 and X80 modems showed better 5G speeds than the iPhone 16e equipped with Apple's own C1 modem.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed the App Store Accountability Act, which will require Apple and Google to check the age of users of the App Store and Play Store.
Apple is preparing an innovation in iOS 19 that can make it much easier to transfer eSIMs from iPhone to Android smartphones. This is reported by Android Authority, citing the Android 16 beta code and Google SIM Manager.
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to be officially announced in July
Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2 are not losing their relevance
Xiaomi completes testing of new firmware
The offer starts already from 28 May
French carmaker Alpine, part of the Renault Group, has unveiled the A390, an all-electric fastback crossover based on last year's A390 Beta concept. Sales of the model will start in the fourth quarter of 2025.
German carmaker Opel has announced a new Frontera Gravel concept based on the production Opel Frontera electric car.
Peugeot will apply its expertise in automotive interiors to create a new generation of underwater capsule to monitor marine life.
Get ready, the game will be released as early as the 30th of May
The gadget also got the most capacious battery in the brand's history
Samsung got nervous...
Xiaomi has launched a new version of Redmi Book 14 (2025) for the third time in a year
Now iPad users no longer have to agonise with the web version of messenger
Gamers can expect a lot of interesting offers
The device remembers the fingerprints of up to twenty users
Apparently, the Xring O1 chipset is living up to expectations
The novelty scored 3.22 million points in the AnTuTu test
Ukrainian engineers have developed a unique Sky Sentinel system capable of independently destroying drones, barrage munitions and even cruise missiles.
Fans will be able to realise even the most daring ideas
American and Taiwanese military analysts are sounding the alarm: China's renewed army is capable of launching an attack almost at any time - as soon as the command decides that the time has come.
You can even make such a device on your own
The DPRK does not approve of the US idea to deploy a missile shield in space, calling it "arrogant arbitrariness" and "a plan for nuclear war from orbit".
The operators of the 63rd Mechanised Brigade conducted a risky night operation to rescue Ukrainian Leleka and Mara drones, evacuating them with the help of another drone, a large Nemesis.
The Ministry of Defence has codified and approved for use in the army a new individual means of combating enemy drones. The device has already undergone all the necessary procedures.
The novelty is available only in China for now
The new tab will be called Images
The smartphone is expected to be unveiled in early 2026
Christopher Judge, the actor who gave voice and movement to the iconic Kratos in the latest God of War installments, said that the collaborative and respectful atmosphere on set and the game itself "really changed his whole outlook on the world".
When it comes to legendary developers in the video game industry, Mark Cerny's name stands out. This PlayStation system architect is behind the innovative designs of the PS5 and PS4. Nowadays, Mark is undoubtedly immersed in the development of the PS6, but even though he is so busy, he finds time for his favourite games - and as it turns out, he is a true master of them.
Less than a month after finalising its licensing deal with Electronic Arts and Codemasters, the FIA has announced a new agreement that will bring back the WRC games in 2027 with a "brand new series of games" to be developed by Nacon. This marks a fresh start for the iconic franchise, promising to "revolutionise" the rally simulation genre.
China's Ministry of Commerce will meet with carmakers including BYD and Dongfeng Motor, as well as industry associations, on Tuesday to discuss the growth in sales of so-called "zero-mileage" used cars.
Nissan remains one of the few major brands in the U.S. market that has yet to offer hybrid models. That's about to change - an e-Power system is headed to the US that promises an electric car feel.
The first pre-production samples of the battery systems were recently produced at Seat's new plant in Martorel. In addition, the first body components were produced there on the new PXL press.
Hyundai Motor Group and Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC) have entered into a strategic agreement to deploy Automatic Charging Robots (ACR) for electric vehicles at the airport
Casio is preparing a new series of G-Shock Nano DWN-5600 watch rings that may be released in late 2025. According to rumours, the line will consist of three models in different colours: black (DWN-5600-1), red (DWN-5600-4), and yellow (DWN-5600-9).
Samsung is planning to introduce a new feature in One UI 8 - "Running Coach", which will turn a smartphone into a personal running coach.
Google is working on a new feature for video applications on the Android Automotive platform that will allow you to automatically switch from video to audio mode while the car is moving.
Google is preparing an interface update for its important Gemini app to make it work better on tablets and foldable devices. Currently, the app uses a smartphone-specific interface that does not fully utilise the space of large screens.
Xiaomi is preparing to launch a new foldable smartphone Mix Flip 2 in June 2025, according to a Digital Chat Station insider.
Apple is preparing for the September launch of the iPhone 17 Pro with noticeable changes that will distinguish it from previous models. One of the main updates is the new camera design.
Every year on Memorial Day, Apple CEO Tim Cook expresses his gratitude to the US military who died defending the country. In 2025, in a post on social network X, Cook highlighted the courage and dedication of the fallen soldiers, paying tribute to them on this important day.
Casio is preparing an update to its iconic all-metal G-Shock 5000 series, the GMW-BZ5000. New renders that have recently surfaced online showcase an upgraded case design with a modular construction and a new MiP (Memory in Pixel) display.
Dropping your phone in water is one of the most frightening situations for smartphone owners. But thanks to their increased durability, modern gadgets are increasingly able to withstand short-term immersion.
Only a month after the release of the Oppo Find X8 Ultra, the first leaks about the next model are already appearing. A well-known insider at Digital Chat Station shared the technical specifications of the Oppo Find X9 Ultra prototype cameras.
After almost two years of beta testing in TestFlight, WhatsApp seems to be preparing to finally launch a full version of its iPad app.
Gamers can expect a lot of interesting offers
The DLC will offer 12-15 hours of new content
The authors will draw a line under all the story lines and conclude the story
German drone manufacturer Quantum Systems now manufactures all fuselage parts for Vector drones directly in Ukraine. In addition to localisation, the engineers also managed to improve the UAV's performance.
During the recent joint air exercises with China, the Egyptian Air Force commander apparently took an interest in the latest J-35 stealth fighter. There have been no official statements, but the situation has already caused a wave of speculation.
Moscow is actively replenishing its stockpile of shells at the expense of the DPRK, providing missiles, technology and even workers from its factories in return.
The game will offer an unconventional take on the legend of the famous pirate
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said that Germany, the UK, France and the US no longer restrict the use of long-range weapons transferred to Ukraine. This means that Ukrainian forces can officially strike military targets in Russia.
Motorola is preparing to unveil the Moto G96 5G, a stylish and powerful entry-level smartphone that has already been revealed in renders and details. The new product is expected to make its debut later this year.
If you suddenly want to reserve a DeLorean Alpha5 electric car, you'll have to not just click the "buy" button on the website, but.... you'll have to buy an NFT. Yes, that's right: a $2,500 digital image that gives you a chance at a production slot for the car.
New leaks about the upcoming Google Pixel 10 series smartphones have appeared online. This time, insiders have revealed not only the design but also all colour variants, including a new bright Limoncello shade inspired by the Italian lemon liqueur.
Samsung continues to roll out the One UI 7 update based on Android 15 for its smartphones. This time, the update has become available for Galaxy M54 - the first to receive it were device owners in Indonesia.
Samsung is working on an update to its mid-range Galaxy A series, and one of the first leaks about the upcoming Galaxy A57 was a new processor - the Exynos 1680.
Italian atelier Zagato showed a unique Bovensiepen Zagato car at the "Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este" held on the shores of Lake Como
And Samsung is in fourth position at the end of the first quarter
The main difference between the Red Magic 10S Pro+ and the Pro will be the battery
And the first part will be released on cartridges for the Nintendo Switch
Elden Ring Nightreign will be released on 30 May
Google is changing its strategic partner in the production of its own mobile Tensor processors. After four generations of cooperation with Samsung Foundry, starting with the debut chip in the Pixel 6, the American tech giant is switching to TSMC.
A Senate committee has approved the bill and plans to bring it up for a vote soon
Samsung has officially launched One UI 7 for one of its most popular mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy A53.
Fintech company Curve has launched NFC payments on iPhones in the EU, taking advantage of new DMA laws. Curve Pay supports payment from multiple cards, including PayPal, and can replace Apple Pay by default.
The new products are available only in the Chinese market for now
European players will begin playing the game at midnight on 30 May
Tekken 8 fans will get a new character as early as July
Casio will only produce 600 pieces of the Oceanus Manta OCW-S6000PB-7A
The Bundeswehr's inspector general ordered the purchase of weapons, strengthening of air defences and an increase in ammunition stocks as soon as possible. All with an eye to a possible conflict with Russia by the end of the decade.
The changes will begin as soon as the iPhone 17 is released
Despite Lukashenka's loud statements about "dozens of warheads" and "Oreshnik" missiles, Ukrainian intelligence believes that nothing of the sort has been recorded in Belarus. Nevertheless, a place for nuclear "surprises" seems to be being prepared.
During Putin's first trip to the Kursk region in a long time, a massive attack by Ukrainian drones took place in the region's airspace. A Russian helicopter was in the air at the time of the attack.
The strongest man wins.
Buyers will be offered a hybrid of a HomePod speaker and an iPad tablet
All innovations are expected to be officially unveiled at the WWDC 2025 conference.
Disney has proven that it can still make a good remake. The live-action adaptation of Lilo and Stitch has been released internationally and has already earned over $341 million worldwide, setting the second highest result of all 2024 premieres.
Elden Ring continues to be one of the most successful games of recent years. New data confirms that this souls-like game remains one of the most successful. More than 10% of fans have received all achievements, and almost half of them have spent more than 100 hours in the game world.
Alix Wilton Regan, the actress who voices the Female Inquisitor in Dragon Age: The Veilguard and Inquisition, is ready to defend BioWare from unfair criticism. In a new interview, she admitted that she was "shocked" by the mixed reaction to the game and accused internet trolls of deliberately lowering the ratings.
According to a Dragon Age veteran, EA had its own, somewhat derogatory name for true role-playing game fans - they were said to have "lived in a cave" and could be ignored.
There are spoilers for The Last of Us season 2 in the news!
The Chinese Ministry of Industry (MMIT) open source database has revealed details about Mazda's electric crossover based on the Changan EPA platform.
The second season of the post-apocalyptic drama The Last of Us ended with a loud, somewhat unexpected ending that left viewers in suspense and with many questions. The showrunner of the series, Craig Mazin, said that the team considered many options before deciding to end the second season on such a dramatic cliffhanger.
HBO premiered the final episode of the second season of The Last of Us. The seventh episode, titled Convergence, is the conclusion of the season's intense story arc and lasts about 50 minutes.
Attackers could access the personal data of car owners by knowing only the vehicle identification number (VIN) of the vehicle
The era of memes in cinema continues: after Minecraft Movie, The Backrooms, a film adaptation of the viral creepypasta, will be released. The project involves world cinema stars, and the director will be the author of the original idea.
The free-to-play shooter The Finals continues to amaze with its experimental modes - the new Heavy Hitters event allows players to arrange a real chaotic competition, where the main thing is to knock opponents out of the arena with powerful blows. In addition to this, the update brings new cosmetic items and balance.
In a world where many gaming companies are announcing layoffs and reassessing priorities, Capcom continues to grow and expand steadily. The Japanese giant is planning to significantly strengthen its game development capabilities by building a new base next to its current headquarters in Osaka.
Get your wallets ready, gamers. Reliable insider Billbil-Kun reported that Sony's annual Days of Play discount promotion will start next week, on 28 May. According to him, the discounts will be valid for two weeks and will temporarily reduce prices for PS5 consoles, games, accessories, and PS Plus subscriptions. And the most interesting thing is that this applies even to PlayStation 5 Pro.
Despite its best efforts, Sony has been extremely slow to tap into the mobile market. German developer Neon Koi was shut down before it had even released anything, and the declining PS Mobile division underwent a major reshuffle. However, Sony has a new, ambitious plan: MLB The Show, one of the best-known and best-selling PlayStation series in the US, is preparing for its mobile debut.
Owners of the Ford Transit Trail have filed a class action lawsuit against the automaker. The lawsuit states that the recall conducted last year deprives the model of its main advantages - cross-country ability and increased ground clearance.
Musk also noted that Tesla's sales slump has already been replaced by a recovery, even though the company's first quarter of 2025 saw its lowest shipments since the second quarter of 2022.
The company relies on creating a digital ecosystem
After a disastrous start and incredible work to restore Cyberpunk 2077's reputation, it's hard to believe that Polish CD Projekt RED is working on two large-scale projects at once: a sequel to Cyberpunk codenamed Project Orion and The Witcher 4.
Recently, Sony's initiatives to launch live-service projects have been going through a rough patch, to put it mildly, especially given the disastrous failure of Concord last year and the cancellation of several such games from Bluepoint and Bend. Additional difficulties arose around Fairgame$, the first game from Haven Studios. Recently, Sony officially confirmed that the studio's founder, Jade Raymond, has left the company.
During the first year of post-release support for Assassin's Creed Shadows, players will be able to enjoy a lot of new features: story quests, an open-world alarm system, New Game Plus mode, and additional difficulty levels. Also, the first major expansion pack called Claws of Awaji is being prepared, which, according to unofficial information, is scheduled for release in September. But what's next?
Starfield recently went into early access on Valve's platform, and at the same time, an update was released for the game: the main changes include the addition of a very low graphics mode for PC, support for Creations up to 2 GB, the ability to combine several Creations into one package, as well as a number of technical fixes.
One of the most discussed features of the Nintendo Switch 2 was GameChat, mostly due to its link to the C button and the need to subscribe to Nintendo Switch Online after the first year of use. At the same time, Nintendo has paid considerable attention to security issues: according to the official information on the website, to use the feature, you need to confirm the mobile number linked to your Nintendo account.
After the success of Oblivion Remastered, gamers began to massively request a remaster of the original Fallout. One of the game's creators, Tim Cain, explained in a YouTube video why this is almost impossible. According to him, after leaving Interplay, he was ordered not to leave any copies of the Fallout code. He not only destroyed the main files, but also all the prototypes and libraries, which is why even his old home projects no longer work.
The online shooter Marathon by Bungie has found itself at the centre of a scandal after the community noticed the use of illegally borrowed textures in the current version of the game. This caused a wave of criticism on social networks and gaming media. It seems that all the recent scandals may affect whether the game will be released at all.
NetEase Games has announced that Ultron will join the Marvel Rivals roster on 30 May, with the start of the second season's off-season. Although he is classified as a Strategist, his set of abilities allows him to deal massive damage like a true Duelist.
The presentation of the gadget is not expected until 2028 at the earliest
Make sure you have until the 28th of May!
Six Xiaomi tablets will also get the new firmware
Konami's experiment proved to be a success
A PC in such an enclosure would require a separate room and pedestal
MacRumors has published a detailed comparison of the new Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones and Apple AirPods Max.
Recently, the first real photos of the standard Google Pixel 10 appeared online during the filming of a commercial.
Huawei is preparing to unveil the Pura 80 Ultra, its most advanced camera smartphone yet, featuring the largest rear-facing module in the brand's history.
Baseus has introduced an updated model of its MC1 Pro AI wireless clip-on headphones in China, available on JD.com for a price of 429 yuan (approximately $60).
Samsung has not yet completed the full release of the stable One UI 7 update based on Android 15, which was accompanied by some problems. However, it may announce the One UI 8 beta programme in the near future.
Samsung is preparing new Galaxy Buds Core wireless headphones, a replacement for the 2023 Buds FE model. The new product has already appeared on official Samsung support sites with the model number SM-R410, which confirms its imminent release.
Fairphone has announced that the Fairphone 4 smartphone will not receive an update to Android 14 as previously planned. Instead, the device will skip one version of the OS and receive an update directly to Android 15, the release date of which has not yet been confirmed.
TCL has launched its new Flip 4 5G push-button phone in the US. The new product is already available on T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile networks for $79.99.
DJI, a company known for its drones and cameras for video blogging, is preparing a new generation of pocket camera - Osmo Pocket 4.
Vivo is preparing to launch a new model in India - the X200 FE, which will be the "people's" version of the flagship X200 series. According to leaks, the smartphone will have an updated design and will be significantly different from older models.
The first "live" photo of Samsung Galaxy Fold7 has appeared online. The image shows the back of the device with a proprietary vertical triple camera without any new details, but it could be the first look at the real device before the launch.
The reconstituted company will be given autonomy in decision making
This hero will appeal to those who like to parry enemy attacks
The developer unveiled a spectacular release trailer
Even Korea's Samsung is being asked to localise production in the US
Despite the fact that Switch 2 has been grabbing the headlines in recent weeks, Nintendo hasn't forgotten about classic games for Switch Online subscribers. Today, four titles have been added to the Game Boy Classics library.
The Turkish company Baykar has conducted a new stage of testing of its promising Bayraktar Kızılelma combat drone - this time, the fourth flight prototype PT4, equipped with a Ukrainian jet engine, was tested.
An F-15E fighter jet from the US Air Force is being tested with new small missiles to counter drones and enemy cruise missiles.
A new drone was presented at MILEX-2025 in Minsk - a cargo SKY-TRUCK of the Juliet aircraft type.
Capcom has updated its Platinum Titles section, which contains information about all its games that have sold more than a million copies. Among them is Street Fighter 6, which continues to grow steadily.
In a new leak that appeared on the Chinese social network BiliBili, it became known that Apple was testing a MacBook Pro with the top-end M3 Ultra processor.
Google has announced updates for media applications in Android Auto. It was announced during the Google I/O 2025 conference.
There are less than two weeks to go until the release of Nintendo Switch 2 - the console is due out on 5 June, and we already know that a lot of new games are being prepared for it. However, according to insiders, even more announcements are on the way - and we will know about them very soon.
Garmin has released a new update for its sports smartwatches to fix an issue with the device crashing during GPS activities.
Samsung is preparing to unveil Galaxy Watch8 smartwatches in early July alongside Galaxy Fold7 and Flip7. According to insiders, the new products will be powered by the proprietary Exynos W1000 chip, the same as in last year's Watch6 series.
At Computex 2025, Asus has officially unveiled its flagship ROG Strix GS-BE18000 router. The new product has improved specifications and support for the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard.
The game will be released as early as the beginning of June
Analyst agency Canalys has published its quarterly report on global TWS headphone sales
Playing strategy and shooter games on Switch 2 will be even more convenient
Two models of popular gadgets will be updated in July
After two years of early access on Steam, Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon by Questline has finally received a 1.0 release version.
After numerous rumours and hints, NetherRealm Studios has officially confirmed: Mortal Kombat 1 will no longer receive any new DLC characters or story chapters.
Despite the fact that Devil May Cry has never been one of Capcom's major blockbusters, its fifth instalment continues to demonstrate amazing sales.
BMW has released photos and the first information about the new Speedtop car. If the name sounds familiar, it's because this unusual station wagon is based on last year's concept.
Porsche has filed applications to register the trademarks "Flachbau" and "Flachbau RS" with the European Intellectual Property Office. These names refer to the rare version of the 911 with the so-called "flat nose", also known as the Slantnose, which appeared in the 930 series and was inspired by the Porsche 935 racing car.
The smartphone is expected to be unveiled in October
The series turns 30 years old next year
With more and more Xbox Game Studios titles coming to PlayStation, including Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, players are increasingly wondering if Starfield is coming to PlayStation 5.
Star Wars Battlefront II, a 2017 game, is suddenly experiencing a new wave of popularity: according to SteamDB, the number of simultaneous players on Valve's platform began to grow sharply in May, reaching over 9.7 thousand, which is almost equal to the peak of 10,489 players in 2019.
Microsoft and The Coalition studio are keeping quiet for now, but gamers have seen it all
The President demands full localisation of production
The authors are banking on a deep combat system
There is a small discount on the tablet temporarily
On 21 May, the Italian Ministry of Defence confirmed the signing of an intergovernmental agreement for the supply of 12 Leonardo M-346 FA (Block 20) light combat aircraft for the Austrian Armed Forces. The agreement also provides for the possibility of purchasing 12 more units in the future.
Samsung gives 20-year motor warranty
An Mi-8 military helicopter, which, according to preliminary data, belonged to the Russian Aerospace Forces, crashed near the village of Naryshkino in the Orel region of the Russian Federation for unknown reasons. Both pilots were killed in the crash.
Lenovo Legion Go and Asus ROG Ally users can already install SteamOS
The game will offer a new take on the famous story
At a time when most people are shooting vertical stories with raccoon-face filters, Fujifilm said: "Let's make a compact digital camera that shoots like a film camera, looks like a film camera, and even behaves like one." That's how the X half was born - a cross between a retro camera, an Instagram stimulant and digital shamanism.
There are five models of TVs available to customers
The smartphone is expected to be unveiled in July 2025
The authors have made the basic mechanics simpler and easier to understand
Resident Evil 9 is expected to be unveiled before the end of 2025
Only security patches will be released in the future
Realme has confirmed the main features of its new Neo 7 Turbo smartphone, which is scheduled to launch on 29 May in China.
Get your paddles ready!
Red Magic is preparing to launch a new series of gaming smartphones 10S Pro with top features.
The American company Tiberius Aerospace, founded in 2022, announced the creation of the Sceptre TRBM 155HG precision-guided missile capable of hitting targets at a distance of up to 150 km. However, despite the ambitious technical specifications, no data on actual tests of the munition has been made public.
Sony remains silent while the public awaits the show
Boeing is preparing to significantly increase the production of its upgraded F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets, responding to growing international demand and federal funding under the new US defence budget.
Samsung continues to roll out One UI 7 based on Android 15, and the update is now available for Galaxy Tab A9+ users in India.
Warsaw is seeking to significantly strengthen its air and anti-aircraft capabilities by requesting the purchase of more than two thousand pieces of modern US weapons, including precision bombs and missiles for the Patriot system.
The Ukrainian armoured vehicle VARTA 2 has completed codification, passed all tests and received permission to be supplied to the Ukrainian Defence Forces. The manufacturer is now ready to put it into mass production.
Russia has adopted a new guided missile with a tactical nuclear payload to hit air targets at long range.
At Computex, MSI presented the new Prestige 13 AI+ Ukiyo-e Edition laptop. It combines traditional Japanese art with modern AI technologies.
The new M4 CS Edition VR46 is a limited edition of just 92 examples, 46 of each of two versions: VR46 Sport and VR46 Style.
After more than a decade of silence around the BioShock franchise, which made fans desperate for more, new rumours have emerged. It is reported that 2K is preparing a grand announcement that should take place by the "end of the summer". And the most interesting thing is that it will be dedicated to Rapture, the iconic underwater city built by Andrew Ryan that became the hallmark of the first game in 2007.
After being announced last year, Xiaomi has officially unveiled its second mass-produced electric car model and first SUV - the YU7. This model was a continuation of the successful SU7 sedan, which sold out 258 thousand copies in 14 months. In April alone, the company delivered 28,000 of these vehicles.
Sony and Bend Studio have released a new update for Days Gone Remastered. This patch brings a number of gameplay improvements as well as notable enhancements for PS5 Pro.
Do you remember Super People? It's unlikely, but it was a battle royale game by South Korean studio Wonder People that was closed in May 2023 due to a drop in the number of players. Now get ready for an unexpected comeback. On June 19, this game will rise from the dead again, as Wonder People makes another attempt to gain a foothold in the world of battle royale.
ViewSonic has officially launched its new XG273-4K-OLED gaming monitor in China, featuring a 26.5-inch QD-OLED panel from Samsung Display with a resolution of 3840×2160 pixels and a refresh rate of 240Hz.
After months of rumours and speculation, A24, a company known for its bold film projects, has officially confirmed that a film based on the cult game Elden Ring is in development. And that's not all: according to reports, the project will be headed by none other than Alex Garland, director of such films as Ex Machina, Annihilation, and Civil War, who will write the script and take the director's chair.
Samsung has officially started rolling out the latest major operating system update for its Galaxy A73 smartphone. On 22 May, the model started receiving Android 15 with One UI 7.0.
The saga that lasted for years and kept the entire gaming industry in suspense is finally coming to an end. The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has officially withdrawn its lawsuit against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. This decision clears the way for the full integration of one of the largest game publishers into the Microsoft empire.
Samsung continues to update its devices to One UI 7, and now it's time for the rugged Galaxy Tab Active 5. Users in South Korea were the first to receive the new version, but the update will soon be available in other countries.
Garmin has launched a new Evening Report feature that debuted with the new Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches.
Sony has opened pre-orders for a limited edition Death Stranding 2: On the Beach PS5 gamepad. This special gamepad will be released on the same day as the game itself - 26 June 2025.
Splitgate 2, the anticipated sequel to the popular free-to-play multiplayer shooter, is now available in open beta on PC, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One and Xbox Series.
OpenAI, together with former Apple designer Jony Ive, is working on a new artificial intelligence device that can be worn around the neck.
"The boomer shooter Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 has been officially unveiled, and it should deliver all the frantic action, bloody dismemberment, and a lot of explosions that the first part had.
In May, Rockstar Games released the second trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6. It has garnered hundreds of millions of views, so it was inevitable that fans would start creating their own versions and reinterpretations of the original trailer. And now, one enthusiast has released a remake of the GTA 6 trailer in the style of the PlayStation 2.
Porsche has confirmed to Motor1 journalists that it is ending production of the fourth-generation 718 Boxster and Cayman (982 series).
Apple plans to release smart glasses by the end of 2026, Bloomberg reports. The new gadget will compete with Meta Ray-Ban and Android XR glasses from Google.
Galactic war is gaining momentum again, but not in cinemas, but on the screens of gamers. Star Wars Battlefront II (2017) by DICE is experiencing an incredible surge in popularity. The number of simultaneous players on Steam has reached almost record levels, and this is happening against the backdrop of a fan campaign calling on EA to create a new part of this beloved multi-million dollar franchise.
Apple has stopped developing the Apple Watch with a built-in camera, which was planned to be released in 2027. This was reported by Bloomberg.
Dogubomb and Raw Fury have released patch 1.04.5 for the puzzle game Blue Prince, which brings a number of important fixes. However, the game's director Tonda Ross made a statement in a post about the update on Steam that may upset fans: there are no plans to release DLC or new content for Blue Prince after the next 1.10 update.
The Netflix drama Game of Thrones returns for its third season on 27 June, and this time, beware, those who are afraid of heights, because creator Hwang Dong-hyuk will be returning to this fear on a truly massive scale. It is expected that the final chord of this saga will impress viewers with its intensity and drama.
At an event in Paris, Honor presented the international version of the Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro smartphones. Both models feature powerful 200 megapixel cameras, AI focus, and long-lasting batteries.
Volvo Cars is expanding its co-operation with Google - later this year, the Swedish brand's cars will receive a new AI-based voice assistant, Gemini. It will replace the current Google Assistant in the Android Automotive-based multimedia system, which is already used in all new Volvo models.
Mobile gamers in the US are celebrating! Fortnite, which has finally made its long-awaited return to iPhone and iPad, has skyrocketed to the top of the App Store charts. After a five-year hiatus caused by a fierce legal battle between Epic Games and Apple, the popular battle royale is back in the hands of millions of users.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was a real winner at the 17th annual Nordic Game Awards. It was the only game to win two prestigious awards at once.
Developer Far Out Games and publisher Konami have officially released Deliver At All Costs, an action-adventure game about frantic deliveries. The game is already available on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG), PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series. Along with the release, a spectacular trailer has appeared, demonstrating the complete madness of the gameplay.
Rematch, the new multiplayer football game from talented developers Sifu and Absolver, a Sloclap studio, is set to release in June. But before the game sees the light of day, you'll have the opportunity to try it out as part of an open beta test that will be available on consoles for the first time.
Garmin has confirmed that the new features introduced in the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches will soon be available on other models.
OnePlus has officially announced the new gaming smartphone Ace 5 Extreme Edition (also known as Ace 5 Ultra), which will be launched on 27 May in China.
Mozilla has officially announced the closure of its popular Pocket service, which allowed users to save articles for later reading.
Social platform X is currently unavailable to many users due to a large-scale data centre failure.
At the first Code with Claude conference, Anthropic announced a new flagship model - Claude Opus 4, which it calls "the best AI model for programming in the world".
The watch has received an updated design and a carbon fibre bezel
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition will be released on Steam and GOG later this year
Dodge has presented an electric Charger with a four-door body. In a few weeks the novelty will go on sale in America.
The event starts next week
BYD has announced a new generation of plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) capable of travelling up to 200 kilometres on electric power and supporting fast charging of over 150 kW. Such models will start going on sale in the next two years under the designation DM-i.
The new material contains up to 50 per cent recycled polypropylene, but its properties - impact resistance and reliability - are the same as those of virgin plastics.
The thickness of the tablet body is only 5.1 mm
The Finnish shipyard Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) has held a launching ceremony for the new class lead corvette Pohjanmaa. The project is being implemented as part of a large-scale Finnish fleet renewal programme that includes the construction of four multifunctional warships.
The standalone supplement will be released in the summer of 2025
Controller release celebrates the 10th anniversary of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
The intro video has been updated and looks impressive
The smartphone features interesting body colours and a great set of cameras
Everyone who pre-ordered Assassin's Creed Shadows will get the DLC for free
Don't miss out on a great offer!
The smartphone offers great features at an affordable price point
The side panels of the case are made of tempered glass
The official unveiling of iOS 19 is expected to take place at WWDC25
Monster Hunter Wilds' launch sales have surpassed 10 million copies
Apple will only repair such devices if parts are available
It is still unknown when Gothic Remake will be released
The ROG 100W allows you to connect up to three devices simultaneously
In Apple's ecosystem, such a feature is called Handoff
The total power of the Heston 120 speakers is 150 watts
The Guardian reports that Russia's military intelligence agency (GRU), in particular the 26165 unit, known as APT28 or Fancy Bear, is accused of a large-scale cyberattack on video surveillance systems in Ukraine and the EU. According to the UK's National Cyber Security Centre(NCSC) and allies, the hackers gained access to around 10,000 cameras located at border crossings, railway stations and military installations in Poland, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia and Ukraine itself.
The third season of The Last of Us will be dedicated to Abby, played by Caitlin Deaver. Actress Catherine O'Gara, who played the role of therapist Gail, confirmed that her character will not appear in the next season, as the plot will revolve around Abby.
Lies of P director Jiwon Choi openly responded to comparisons of his game with legendary FromSoftware projects, including Bloodborne. He noted that it is not only an honour for the team but also an additional motivation to develop the franchise.
$115,000 on the horizon?
Bungie, the company known for Marathon and Destiny 2, is once again in the public eye - this time due to fresh investigations into its internal culture and overly aggressive monetisation of games. Former employees talk about the toxic atmosphere, disregard for players, and strange decisions made by management. But it doesn't end there.
The legendary Cookie Clicker is now available on new platforms. This "clicker" has gathered millions of fans around the world, and now it is ready to attract console owners.
NetEase has announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025: the company's gaming business grew by 12.1% and brought in RMB 24 billion ($3.3 billion). The main growth drivers are new hits and popular franchises that attract millions of players around the world.
In the spring of 2025, sales of gaming consoles in the US continued to fall for the fourth month in a row. However, there is good news: the market is gradually stabilising, and Nintendo is preparing to launch a new console that will change the situation.
According to Circana, Monster Hunter Wilds continues to be the best-selling game in the US, despite fierce competition from Assassin's Creed Shadows. This game has not lost ground since its release, demonstrating a steady interest of players.
Dying Light: The Beast will be released in the summer of 2025.
Embracer Group has published a financial report in which it announced plans to release 76 games over the next 12 months. The list includes both new franchises and long-awaited sequels, remakes, and yet-to-be-announced projects. However, the company also faced a significant drop in sales last year.
Shigeru Miyamoto, the developer of the iconic Nintendo games, encourages young developers not to chase trends but to focus on finding new ideas. In his interview, he said that the real pleasure in work is creating something original, not trying to surpass the latest hit.
After years of anticipation, Nintendo Switch 2 will be officially released in two weeks. And along with it, Mario Kart World will make its debut. But as it turned out, the game was made for the first Switch.
The film adaptation of the cult fighting game Street Fighter is currently being actively created, and if the rumours are true, we will see real film and sports stars on the screen. According to Deadline, former WWE champion Roman Reigns and DC star Jason Momoa may play in the project.
The Silent Hill f trailer was a real surprise for fans of the series. Now Konami officially confirms that the new game is a completely independent story that has no direct connection with the previous Silent Hill titles.
Naughty Dog's new project, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, has caused a wave of negativity on the Internet due to the choice of the main character, but creative director Neil Druckmann remains unwavering. During the interview, he explained why it is important for the team to stay true to their ideas, regardless of the noise on social media.
Volvo Trucks has revealed details of a new electric model for long-haul haulage - the Volvo FH Aero Electric. It is the brand's first heavy long-haul tractor, capable of travelling up to 600 kilometres on a single charge and recovering up to 80 per cent of its charge in just 40 minutes.
The upcoming crossover DLC for Stellar Blade will feature a whole mini-game inspired by the cult shooter NIKKE: Goddess of Victory. Players will be able to transform into their favourite characters, get exclusive costumes and face the Scarlet boss in a new look.
Usually, Sony's game presentations were held in May, but in 2025, it seems that the tradition may be broken. According to insider NateDrake, there is no indication that the company is preparing a presentation this month, as it has been every year since 2019.
Almost two decades after the release of the original The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, the remake version of the game has become a real hit in the United States, outselling even the legendary original part.
In a new interview, Hideo Kojima, the author of Death Stranding, recalled how his game, which told about the world of separated people, unexpectedly became a prophecy for our reality. And ahead of the release of the sequel Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, he revealed how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the perception of his work.
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot and HR Director Marie Deren have been formally subpoenaed in the case of former company executives accused of sexist and racist behaviour. The trial is scheduled to begin on 2 June 2025.
Fiat has revealed the new Panda 4x4, based on the production Grande Panda. The car is so far claimed to be a concept study, but points to the possibility of rebirth of the compact all-wheel drive hatchback segment.
Less than three years after its launch, Sony is stopping recruitment and phasing out the PlayStation Stars programme, which gave players the opportunity to receive exclusive digital collectibles and other rewards. However, the company has promised that new initiatives for loyal fans are possible in the future.
The new Opel Mokka GSE Rally is a racing concept that hints at the German brand's return to rallying and anticipates the appearance of the most powerful modification of the electric crossover. The new car could become a member of the "ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup powered by GSE" electric series, starting in 2026.
Ubisoft is probably planning to return players to the world of Pandora through the release of the Director's Cut version of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora. There is no official confirmation yet, but well-known insider Tom Henderson hints at it on social media.
Lies of P CEO Jiwon Choi spoke about the Overture expansion, which will be released this summer. According to him, the main goal is to make the game accessible to both beginners and experienced players. Along with the DLC release, players will receive an update with new difficulty modes.
Fiat Professional has unveiled the new TRIS electric tricycle for Africa and the Middle East. It is the modern successor to the iconic Piaggio Ape and the first three-wheeled model of the Fiat brand.
OpenAI has officially announced the acquisition of io, a startup founded by Jony Ive, the legendary iPhone designer. The deal is valued at $6.5 billion and is the largest in the company's history. As part of the deal, io's team of about 55 specialists, including former Apple employees, will join OpenAI to develop new hardware devices with integrated artificial intelligence.
The game will be released as early as the 10th of June
The smartwatch is expected to be officially unveiled in July
"This is just the beginning!"
The platform will tailor the gameplay to the user's personal style and preferences
Lexus presented in Europe the eighth generation of ES sedan - the premiere took place a month after the debut in Shanghai. The novelty will enter the market in spring 2026 and will be offered with hybrid and all-electric powertrains.
Nissan has unveiled the new, sixth generation Micra. This time without internal combustion engines - the compact hatchback is all-electric, based on the Renault 5.
What's more, insiders report that such a feature is already being tested
Two versions of the Radeon RX 9060 XT with 8GB and 16GB of video memory will be offered to customers
The dream of housewives is becoming more and more realistic
New products are more affordable than many similar models from other brands
Indian tech company Nazara Technologies has acquired British publisher Curve Games, known for hits such as Human Fall Flat. The deal was valued at 248 million Indian rupees (approximately $29 million). Previously, Curve Games was a part of Catalis Group.
Microsoft deal proves successful for UK developers
STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl will be available on the low-cost Game Pass Standard plan
The announcement was made in honour of the first anniversary of the game's release
The Ministry of Defence has officially approved several models of Ukrainian warships for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, which have already been tested in real conditions.
The Javelin LWCLU lightweight launcher was successfully tested for the first time at the Salisbury test site in the UK at a record distance of 4 km.
German company FLANQ has presented its first unmanned surface vessel, the Q-RECON, which is fully developed and manufactured in Europe.
Belarus has officially adopted a new V-2 combat vehicle with the Adunok-BM30.2 combat module.
US intelligence has obtained data indicating that Israel is actively preparing for a potential military strike on Iran's nuclear infrastructure, despite Washington's attempts to reach a diplomatic settlement with Tehran.
US President Donald Trump has announced the launch of the promised multi-level missile defence system called Golden Dome, which is to become a key element of US national security.
General Atomics has created a functional prototype of the new YFQ-42A unmanned fighter aircraft. A photo of the UAV was published by the Chief of Staff of the US Air Force, General David Alvin, who called it a breakthrough in air warfare.
The dock offers a wide range of ports including HDMI 2.1, USB-C, three USB Type-A ports, Gigabit Ethernet and a 3.5mm audio jack
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is only a little over a month away, but Hideo Kojima is not going to let fans rest easy. At the Koji 10 radio show, he told us that the last trailer will be released only a week or two before the game's release, and it will contain a lot of new things - but without spoilers for the plot.
Stellar Blade 2 will precede the release of Project Witches, another game that Shift Up is working on
Frostpunk 2 developers from 11 bit studios have released a major update for the game, adding Serenity Mode, Tales from the Frostland stories, temperature settings for areas, and much more. However, the team emphasises: "Our journey is far from over," and promises even more content and improvements in the future.
Collectors, prepare your shelves. The French art book publisher Pix'n Love has announced a collaboration with Kepler Interactive and Sandfall Games to create a new art book dedicated to the fascinating world of the hit game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Sales of the unusual mouse are scheduled to start in November
Pokémon Go Fest 2025 will start on 29 May in Osaka, 6 June in Jersey City, and 13 June in Paris.
Production of Amazon's ambitious gadget could begin in 2026-27
Doug Cockle, the voice of Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher, has sharply criticised players who call The Witcher 4 "politically correct" because Ciri will be the main character.
The model has been named the ROG Strix Ace XG248QSG
Once upon a time, in the early stages of its history as a developer and publisher, Ubisoft was known mostly for Rayman, not Assassin's Creed, Far Cry or Rainbow Six. This quirky character quickly won the hearts of fans after his debut in 1995, spawning a whole series of platformers and several spin-offs.
Raccoon Logic has every reason to celebrate: its new game Revenge of the Savage Planet has already attracted more than 1 million players. This figure was achieved in just two weeks after the launch. However, as Creative Director Alex Hutchinson pointed out, in today's subscription world, 1 million players does not always mean 1 million copies sold.
Game Pass has done its job
Former Dragon Age creative director David Hyder recently compared Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with Baldur's Gate 3, noting that it can do for the JRPG genre what BG3 did for role-playing games. His words sparked a lively discussion among fans and developers, and Hyder himself was surprised by how much of a response his opinion received.
Finally, there is a ray of hope for fans of physical editions of games who are going through hard times. With the decline in sales of disc versions, some publishers have begun to openly mock, releasing such "masterpieces" as DOOM: The Dark Ages, where the disc contains only 85 MB of data. However, Lost In Cult, which has long been known for its excellent collector's editions, decided to change the rules by announcing a new initiative to release physical games for PS5.
The glasses got a special chipset from Qualcomm optimised for the XR
The authors of Battlefield have announced a large-scale pre-alpha server performance test that will allow even more players to try out the upcoming part of the legendary series and provide feedback.
It is the most affordable flagship powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite
After a five-year absence following a high-profile legal battle, Fortnite has made a triumphant return to the Apple App Store for iPhone and iPad users in the US. Developer Epic Games shared this long-awaited news and celebrated with a Twitter post, letting fans know that they can once again immerse themselves in the mega-popular battle royale.
In the meantime, the Korean company is busy making chips for Nintendo
While Sony has been actively promoting the strategy of game services in recent years, the developers of Returnal, the Finnish studio Housemarque, are adamant that they will remain "fully focused on single-player and premium projects", at least for the foreseeable future.
The developers at Shift Up said they plan to share "good news" with players soon regarding Stellar Blade's sales situation on PC in the nearly 130 countries where the game is not yet available.
The creative director of The Last of Us franchise, Neil Druckmann, finally answered the question about the possibility of creating the third part of the game. He stressed that it is important for him not only to continue the series but also to create stories that truly deserve the name The Last of Us.
The upcoming adventure game Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet should not only expand the studio's portfolio, but also introduce the "deepest gameplay" that Naughty Dog has ever created.
Last year, we wrote about the scandal surrounding the presence of quantum dots in TCL's QLED TVs, and now Hisense, one of the global players in the TV market, is at the centre of a similar scandal. In the United States, two class action lawsuits have been filed against the company in New York and Illinois over allegedly deceptive advertising of a series of QLED TVs. The claims are that, under the guise of QLED (Quantum Dot Light-Emitting Diode), the company sold conventional LED TVs with only microscopic quantum dot impurities in such quantities that they simply did not affect the image quality.
The author of the original Cyberpunk intellectual property, Mike Pondsmith, made an interesting statement: the upcoming sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, codenamed Project Orion by CD Projekt Red, will feature a completely new city, which, according to him, feels like "Chicago gone wrong".
We wrote that on 20 May, the PlayStation Plus catalogue was updated with 10 new games for PlayStation 4/5, including the cult STALKER trilogy. However, now it has also become known about the games that will leave the catalogue.
Does the new generation of consoles really bring revolutionary changes? Akyo Sakamoto, Chief Technology Officer at Kojima Productions, believes that the transition from PS4 to PS5 is "not that big", but it has certainly made achieving the design goals in Death Stranding 2 "more efficient".
Nintendo's controversial decision to raise the price of Mario Kart World to $80 has caused a real stir among gamers, especially after Microsoft did not hesitate to make a similar move. And although Sony has not yet announced any price increases for its upcoming exclusives such as Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and Ghost of Yotei, fans are already pre-ordering expensive digital Deluxe editions. Perhaps it's only a matter of time before Sony joins the $80 club. And one of the directors of Borderlands 4 commented on the price increase in a very strange way.
Wild West fans, get your wallets ready. In the UK and other countries, the prices of Red Dead Redemption and Red Dead Redemption 2 have been slowly but surely rising on the PlayStation Store. Over the past few weeks, the price of the first part has jumped by £10, and its sequel by £5. This is surprising, because we are talking about games that have been released for a long time.
Dacia is preparing a big update to the popular Duster crossover at the turn of 2025 and 2026. It will bring a more powerful hybrid powertrain and all-wheel drive, realised through the addition of an electric motor on the rear axle.
Against the backdrop of weakening environmental regulations in key regions and an unstable global trading environment, Honda has announced a review of its long-term electrification targets for its model range.
Despite Obsidian Entertainment's ambitious plans for Avowed, its director Carrie Patel is leaving the project. In a post on LinkedIn, she confirmed that after 12 years at Obsidian, she was moving to Night School Studio, a subsidiary of Netflix known for the Oxenfree series.
Officially presented today Toyota RAV4 sixth generation crossover Toyota RAV4 new generation of active safety complex Toyota Safety Sense. The latter is based on the Arene software platform, thanks to which new functions have been added to the model.
Despite all the ups and downs, Arrowhead Game Studios' co-operative shooter Helldivers 2 continues to hold the bar high. After the latest update, the studio's creative director Johan Pylestedt announced on Twitter that the game garners around 2.5 million players every week. He also added that he is "very intrigued" to see how many new players will join the game after the update is released.
Sega and LizardCube, the studio known for Streets of Rage 4, continue to intrigue fans ahead of the release of Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. The new trailer for the game, which will be released very soon, shows the vibrant Neo City location - one of the many places that will be available for exploration in this dynamic 2D platformer with action elements.
From the outside, the GR Sport is easily recognisable by its trademark "functional matrix" grille with a hexagonal pattern that creates a volumetric structure effect
Sabotage Studio's RPG game Sea of Stars, which has already gained more than 6 million players, has received a new free-to-play expansion pack - Throes of the Watchmaker. The DLC is already available on all platforms and adds several hours of new content.
Toyota has officially unveiled the sixth generation RAV4. In the European specification, the new generation model has completely abandoned the petrol engine in favour of hybrid versions, including a significantly revised plug-in hybrid (PHEV).
Nintendo and Koei Tecmo have once again joined forces to expand The Legend of Zelda universe. After the success of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, which preceded the events of Breath of the Wild, the developers announced a new game - Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. It will continue the storyline of Tears of the Kingdom (2023) and take players to a new combat action game with strategy elements.
Google has introduced a new AI Ultra plan for $250 per month, the most expensive on the artificial intelligence market.
Google has introduced lightweight Android XR smart glasses with a unique display in the lenses.
Amazon has officially started delivering Apple products - including iPhones, AirPods, and AirTags - using drones. The service is available for residents of College Station (Texas) and West Valley in the Phoenix area (Arizona).
Apple has introduced a new firmware update for its AirPods Max headphones with USB-C connector. The new version has the number 7E108 and replaces the previous 7E101 released earlier.
Oxenfree authors have gained a valued employee
The event will take place next week
Laptops get Snapdragon X Plus processors
The global launch date is not yet known
Fans of racing video games are familiar with the concept of a ghost lap. - where your best attempt is saved as a translucent opponent that you can chase in the next race.
Elden Ring: Nightreign will be released on 30 May
US-based Archer Aviation, backed by automotive group Stellantis, will be the official aerial taxi operator for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.
Dell has officially unveiled a new Pro Max Plus mobile work laptop that focuses exclusively on artificial intelligence.
The gadget will get a 50 MP main camera
Fans of the series will be pleased
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has dropped to fourth place.
After an extensive beta testing period, Garmin has officially released stable System Software 15.31 firmware for the Fenix E, Fenix 8, Enduro 3 and Tactix 8 models. The update is now available to users worldwide and is distributed automatically over Wi-Fi.
Apple has sent out invitations to the main event of the year - the annual WWDC 2025 developer conference. The event will start on Monday, 9 June, with a keynote presentation at 20:00 Kyiv time (1PM ET / 10AM PT).
The computer is offered with RTX 5060 and with RTX 5070
New information about the upcoming Galaxy Watch series, which will be presented in July, has appeared online.
After a year of being out of the public domain, China's Z-21 heavy attack helicopter has been spotted flying again. The image, released on 18 March 2025, shows that the programme is still developing, although its status remains unclear.
Lenovo has officially launched the Legion M5000 mountain bike in China. The base price is 2,099 yuan (about $290), but as part of a special launch offer, it can be purchased for 1,899 yuan ($262).
The British small missile Spear 3, which has been under development for more than a decade, will not enter service in the coming years. Its commissioning date has now been pushed back to the early 2030s.
The smartphone will be officially unveiled on 22 May
Defence Minister Rustem Umerov announced Ukraine's readiness to invest in cooperation with the US air defence manufacturer Patriot and other US defence companies.
The Estonian company Milrem Robotics, together with the French government, will provide the State Emergency Service of Ukraine with six modernised unmanned engineering vehicles for the safe disposal of explosives.
MediaTek has officially confirmed that it is working on an advanced 2-nm chip that will be ready for the tape-out phase in September 2025. The Taiwanese manufacturer made the announcement during its presentation at Computex 2025.
A special VR version of Syberia Remastered is also in development
Developers have improved the performance of popular upscalers
The console is expected to be released in June
Anyone interested can apply on Steam
The console got 32GB of RAM and an Intel Core Ultra 7 258 processor
The device is expected to cost around £800
The event will take place at the end of September
The new product will go on sale in July
Thatgamecompany, known for its emotional and atmospheric games such as Flower and Journey, is stepping into the world of cinema. The studio has released the first trailer for The Two Embers: Part One, an animated film based on their popular game Sky: Children of the Light.
NotebookLM is a service for working with documents, notes and other personal records
Get ready, hell raisers! Super Earth, our home, has now become a battlefield. Helldivers 2 has finally received the maps of Super Earth, where fierce battles will unfold as part of the massive Heart of Democracy update. As predicted by last week's leaks, the Heart of Democracy update, which is now available for PC and PlayStation 5, marks the arrival of the Illuminati on Super Earth.
Xiaomi plans to invest at least $7bn more over the next 10 years
However, Embark Studios employees still left the executable file (.exe), which contains only a banner with the "play" and "exit" buttons.
On May 20, the PlayStation Plus catalogue was updated with 10 new games for PlayStation 4/5, which are now available for PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium tier subscribers. All of these titles are now available to download and play.
The gadget is already available for purchase
Get ready for new nightmares, because the creepy Pennywise clown is back, and this time he's going to be right on your TV screens. HBO Max has released the first trailer for Welcome to Derry, the long-awaited prequel series to It, which is scheduled to premiere in autumn.
Following the announcement of Darth Vader's iconic voice in Fortnite, the family of legendary actor James Earl Jones officially commented on the use of AI technologies to recreate his image. They emphasised that this collaboration allows both long-time fans and a new generation of players to share this pleasure.
Some of the gadgets have only been updated in Korea so far
After the end of the second season of Andor, it became clear that Star Wars fans are hungry for more. Thousands of players around the world rushed to the old but beloved game, and the number of players in Star Wars Battlefront 2 (2017) is growing rapidly again. The story of Cassian Andor, which culminated in the second season of the Rogue One prequel on Disney+, is widely considered not only one of the best works in the Star Wars universe, but also one of the best television works ever.
In a world where game development is often associated with multimillion-dollar budgets and huge corporations, the story of Sandfall Studios, the creators of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, sounds like a real fairy tale. It is known that the studio found the lead writer through a random audition for voice actors on Reddit. And now, director Guillaume Broche claims that this is, in fact, the story of the creation of the entire studio.
The Epic vs Apple saga continues to gain momentum, and this time, a US court is taking the stage. The US District Court Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers demands Apple to explain why Fortnite is still blocked on iOS devices, despite previous court decisions allowing its return to the App Store.
Recently, there has been a lot of talk about Bungie and its upcoming action shooter Marathon, and, unfortunately, mostly in a negative way. The problems with the plagiarism scandal and reports of a catastrophic drop in morale at the studio have been compounded by the revelation that a former employee who worked on Marathon has described the working conditions as "extremely toxic and degrading".
Foxconn will invest $1.5bn to expand iPhone production in India in a bid to reduce dependence on China and minimise risks from duties and geopolitics.
Although it's too early to talk about the long-term commercial success of DOOM: The Dark Ages, the first-person shooter has had a good start in the UK physical sales market. According to the charts released by GfK, DOOM: The Dark Ages topped the list of best-selling physical games in the UK for the week.
Only this week we saw Tony Dalton in The Last of Us series, and now it's officially been announced that the actor has landed a role in the PS5 game Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
The long-awaited PlayStation exclusive, Stellar Blade, may not reach gamers in 129 countries due to Sony's strict policy, but the game is going to be a real blast on PC!
Showrunner Craig Mazin has confirmed that the team is working on a four-season plan, insisting that there is "no way" to complete the story in three seasons. This isn't the first time the magic number four has come up in conversations about a TV adaptation of The Last of Us. Maisin started these conversations back in 2023, suggesting that the show could "end up being three or five seasons".
Speculation about Naughty Dog's future projects has been rampant lately, and now there's finally a fresh update: Neil Druckmann, known for directing The Last of Us, has revealed that he is involved in the development of another title for the studio.
North Korean propagandists showed footage of an airbase where Kim Jong-un was inspecting MiG-29s with new missiles that look visually similar to the US AIM-120.
Russian experts have analysed a Leopard 2A6 tank captured at the front and declared that Russian vehicles are superior to Western tanks. However, casualty statistics show the opposite.
Washington officially announced the assembly of the first modernised B61-13 nuclear bomb, which was completed a year ahead of schedule.
Italy will provide Ukraine with a third SAMP/T air and missile defence system as part of a new military aid package.
Chinese battery maker CATL said it will build the first 300 quick battery swap stations for heavy-duty electric trucks by the end of 2025.
Arc Raiders, Embark Studios' upcoming multiplayer extraction adventure, is generating considerable buzz among gamers looking for their next obsession. This third-person shooter offers a fresh take on the genre in a deadly future Earth ravaged by mysterious mechanised threats known as ARCs. Players venture from an underground shelter to the dangerous surface world, collecting valuable loot while battling both robotic enemies and human raiders. Although the extraction genre seems to be somewhat oversaturated nowadays, Arc Raiders offers several good reasons to dive into this post-apocalyptic world. And having played the game during the second closed technical test, gg's editorial team will tell you about the 7 main reasons why you should pay attention to the Embark project.
The US actors' union SAG-AFTRA has harshly criticised Epic Games for introducing a chatbot with the voice of Darth Vader in Fortnite, accusing the company of "unfair labour practices". The decision, which allows players to interact with a character that matches the iconic voice of the late actor James Earl Jones, has caused a real storm of outrage.
It turns out that the sequels to two of the PS Vita's favourite games, Soul Sacrifice and Freedom Wars, were in development, but their budgets were redirected to the development of PlayStation 4 games. This truth was revealed by the former president of Sony Interactive Entertainment Shuhei Yoshida.
The Pirelli factory in Roma, Georgia will soon start producing a new tyre model of the P Zero range called Trofeo Track. This model is designed with the American market in mind and exclusively for it.
Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive, has set the record straight on the hot topic of pricing in the video game industry. He argues that prices for games, adjusted for inflation, have been steadily decreasing over the years, and the company is not trying to "squeeze" the last money from players to maximise profits.
The news has spoilers for the sixth episode of The Last of Us season two!
China's Changan has launched its first overseas full-service electrified vehicle (NEV) plant.
On the eve of the release of the long-awaited Borderlands 4, fans of the famous series have united to express their indignation at the new terms of service from Take-Two Interactive. The situation has escalated so much that Borderlands games are currently experiencing a real "revenge bombing" on Steam.
Volkswagen has refreshed the T-Roc range in the UK with the introduction of two new trim levels - Style Design and Black Edition Plus.
After a less than warm reception at last month's announcement and the recent scandal with allegedly stolen artwork, Bungie's Marathon project is under serious pressure. According to Forbes journalist Paul Tassi, the studio seems to be experiencing a "free fall in morale" and has completely revised its marketing strategy, including the cancellation of the trailer planned for June.
The Nintendo Switch 2 continues the tradition of its predecessor in many ways, including in the format of physical media. Like the first generation, the new console will use cartridges to run games. And recently, the first images of boxes for physical copies have appeared.
In China, a Tesla Model Y owner has prepared his electric car for a trip to the high mountains of Tibet by turning it into a hybrid-like Extended Range Electric Vehicle.
Mario Kart World, one of the launch releases for Nintendo Switch 2, will be a real breakthrough for the series. Players will enjoy an open world, the ability to drive on water, and a number of new gameplay elements. There is not much time left until the release - it is scheduled to launch on 5 June - so Nintendo continues to gradually reveal details.
The news has spoilers for the sixth episode of The Last of Us season two!
The show will take place on the 8th of June
The gadgets are already available for purchase, but only in China for now
Dollman's new character has taken centre stage
The UK and Germany will work together to develop a "deep strike" weapon with a range of over 2,000 kilometres.
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and authorised the Ukrainian-made KRAMPUS mobile flamethrower strike system for use in the Armed Forces.
To combat Russian-Iranian Shahed strike drones, the Defence Forces have deployed a new Sting interceptor drone. The video of its successful use was published by the Ukrainian group Wild Hornets, which was the first public confirmation of its work against Shahed.
The game will be released as early as June
The development of the LVS NNbS short- and very short-range air defence system for the Bundeswehr is at least a year behind schedule. The main problems are related to the production of the new platform and the integration of weapons.
During a demonstration as part of the Swift Response 2025 exercise, a US Army drone dropped simulated blood on a simulated battlefield in Lithuania. The event took place on 15 May at the Pabrade training ground.
The Chekan-V strike drone is capable of operating autonomously as part of a swarm of 7-10 drones. It was developed by the 558th Aircraft Repair Plant in Belarus.
The world's largest fleet of fully autonomous electric mine dump trucks has begun operations at the Yimin coal mine in China. The project was implemented by the state-owned Huaneng Group Energy Corporation.
A video of a Volvo EX90 crossover lidar damaging the camera of an iPhone 16 Pro Max smartphone while filming is gaining popularity on the web.
Ubisoft Mainz has presented the first extensive gameplay demo of Anno 117: Pax Romana, a historical strategy game where the player takes on the role of a Roman provincial governor. The task is to build a powerful city in the Latium region for the benefit of the Emperor. But it is not as easy as it seems.
Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled a new trailer for Overwatch 2's collaboration with Street Fighter 6, which will launch tomorrow, 20 May. As part of the event, players will have access to new cosmetic items stylised as classic characters from Capcom's fighting game.
The timing of the appearance of "Tasks" in GrokAI is still unknown
BMW has released teasers of a mysterious concept that could turn out to be a Schutting Break inspired by last year's Skytop convertible.
DOOM: The Dark Ages from id Software already looks great thanks to global lighting with ray tracing, but PC users with GeForce RTX graphics cards will get an even better picture. Nvidia has announced that in June the game will receive support for full Path Tracing and DLSS Ray Reconstruction technology.
Sales are scheduled to start in China on 6 June
Remedy Entertainment has presented a new trailer for FBC: Firebreak, which will be one of the first titles to support Multi Frame Generation and DLSS 4-based Path Tracing. The video, released after Nvidia's announcement of new games featuring its proprietary graphics technology, demonstrates impressive visual improvements.
Buyers may not fear for the quality of the port
Nintendo has officially confirmed its participation in Gamescom 2025. The company announced this via its German account on the social network X, noting that it will be present at the event in Cologne from 20 to 24 August. The post read: "Mark these dates in red: Nintendo is returning to Gamescom in 2025. We look forward to seeing you from 20 to 24 August!"
PANDAER is announced to be sold only in China for the time being
Discounts up to 85%
That looks pretty damn cool!
10 years ago, the gaming industry changed forever
It comes with a physical keyboard
The company will drop the Surface Laptop Studio 3 model as well
The world of fan games has once again faced a harsh reality: the long-awaited Bionicle: Masks of Power, which enthusiasts have been working on for eight years, has been closed at the request of The LEGO Group. The game developers announced this in a public document, revealing the details of the situation to numerous fans who were looking forward to finally playing the game they had been waiting for. The team, which was preparing to release a demo version this August, claims that LEGO has requested that the project be halted and all references to the game removed from public access.
The Xiaomi Civi 5 Pro will have a body thickness of 7.45mm
HBO and Max have unveiled the official trailer for the seventh episode of The Last of Us season two, which will be the season finale. The video promises viewers intense drama, large-scale clashes, and difficult moral choices for the main characters.
Users will be able to pin their favourite games and apps to the Xbox home screen
Few people know, but Final Fantasy 11, which was first released on PS2 and PC back in 2002, could have gone down in history last year, and perhaps even shut down its servers. However, according to the game's current director, Yoji Fujito, it was the undying support of loyal fans that saved the beloved MMORPG from oblivion.
Honor 400 Pro will get a 200 MP camera
The bloody and brutal Doom: The Dark Ages finally broke free in May. But on PC, the new Doom failed to repeat the resounding success of its predecessors.
Apple's focus is on other projects
The situation around the upcoming action shooter Marathon is becoming increasingly tense after a few difficult weeks for the studio. It all started with the launch of a closed alpha version of the game, which received mostly restrained and mixed reviews. One of the reasons for the criticism was the lack of separate PvE. The developers wanted it, but Bungie did not hear them.
After the high-profile gameplay demonstration and the launch of the closed alpha version of Marathon, the community's reaction was far from unambiguous, and many reviews were openly negative. The situation was further complicated by a plagiarism scandal, when an artist accused the studio of using her 2017 work in the game's alpha build. Bungie admitted the mistake and promised to fix everything, but this story has already seriously affected the perception of the game by fans.
Bungie's upcoming action shooter Marathon has hit a losing streak. According to a new report, the studio is experiencing one of the lowest levels of morale in its history. It all started with the demonstration of the closed alpha version of Marathon, which caused mostly mixed and negative reactions from the community. Instead of the expected excitement, players expressed concerns about the direction of the game, the "plastic" look and feel, and the overall feel.
In the midst of the Galactic Battle season, which has already attracted such iconic characters as Mace Windu, Emperor Palpatine, and Jar Jar Binks to Fortnite, Epic Games has made an unexpected move with its new Ballistic mode. Players now have the option to surrender in the middle of a match, which can be a real lifesaver for those who feel that the match is beyond saving.
Steven A. Chung, familiar to many for his role as Jesse in The Last of Us Part 2, has lifted the veil of secrecy over what he's working on for Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. Although the details remain scarce even for him, Dexerto managed to catch a few interesting tidbits.
The news has spoilers for the sixth episode of The Last of Us season two!
The sixth episode of the second season of The Last of Us, titled "The Price", brings us closer to the end of the first half of the show, which will come with the release of episode 7. This episode, which lasts about an hour, offers viewers an emotional immersion into Joel and Ellie's past, as well as reveals important new plot details.
Millions of gamers around the world are eagerly awaiting every new detail about Grand Theft Auto 6, but the CEO of Rockstar Games' parent company, Take-Two Interactive, Strauss Zelnick, recently made a stunning admission: he hasn't played the ambitious project because... he's not a gamer. However, this does not stop him from running a corporation that makes great games
During the recent air battles between India and Pakistan, the Indian side captured a Chinese PL-15 air-to-air missile with minor damage, which did not explode due to a technical malfunction of the self-destruct system.
During a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albenizi, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that M1A1 Abrams tanks donated by Australia are already helping Ukrainian soldiers at the front.
The Japanese Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries for the production of 10 new Type 10 tanks.
The world of REPO continues to fascinate players, and Semiwork never tires of fueling interest with a fresh batch of cool updates from the community.
Players who were hoping for support for Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) in both the Nintendo Switch 2's handheld and docked modes may be disappointed. Nintendo has officially apologised for an error in the console's previous advertising and clarified that VRR will only be available when using Switch 2 as a handheld.
Hertz has launched an original summer promotion in the US with hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4xe. Inside some cars there will be hidden rubber duckies. If a client of the rental company finds one of them, he can count on a special offer - for example, a discount.
BYD's UK line-up will soon be joined by a new model, the Seal 06 DM-i plug-in hybrid, which will be available in both saloon and station wagon body styles.
The game is currently scheduled for release on 26 May 2026 for Xbox Series X/S and PS5.
On 16 May, the production electric crossover FAW-Toyota bZ5 has rolled off the assembly line at the FAW plant in Tianjin. Sales of the novelty on the Chinese market will start in June.
Like a bolt from the blue, Microids has announced a remaster of the cult adventure game Syberia.
The release of Mortal Kombat 1: Definitive Edition by NetherRealm Studios seems to finally signal the end of support for the fighting game, which has been on the market for about 20 months after its release. The reaction of fans is mixed, especially considering the promises of creator Ed Boon regarding long-term support. However, this ending already raises an interesting question: what's next?
As Death Stranding 2: On the Beach prepares to become one of the major releases of 2025, Hideo Kojima is already making plans for the future. His project Physint is an ambitious stealth action game for Sony, but fans will have to wait at least five to six years for it.
The Sports Edition features an aggressive design and is available both as a pure electric vehicle and as a version with a hybrid powertrain with extended range (Range Extender).
Former PlayStation top manager Shuhei Yoshida believes that even with the price increase to $70 and $80, modern games remain one of the most profitable entertainments on the market. He stated this during his speech at Gamescom LATAM, commenting on the new pricing policy of the gaming giants.
It will be revealed very soon who will take over the film
Many gamers envied the politician
The company is looking to get as many potential customers into the game as possible
Amazon has started to provide access to its updated Alexa+ voice assistant to more users who have joined the Early Access programme.
Realme has confirmed that it will launch the new Realme Neo 7 Turbo smartphone in the Chinese market at the end of May.
Epson has introduced a new 4K projector EF-51 with 700 lumens, Dolby Audio and built-in ambient lighting. The device is already available in China at JD.com for RMB 4099 (approximately $568).
Ahead of the official release, which is expected on 29 May, the Geekbench database has posted the results of testing the Vivo S30 and S30 Pro Mini smartphones. The new products are already available for pre-order on Vivo's Chinese online store, which confirms the imminent debut of the line.
Oppo plans to introduce a new K13 Turbo smartphone based on the powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chip in June or July.
Xiaomi has officially launched a new TV S Mini LED 2025 series in China. The line is already available for pre-order, and sales will start on 22 May.
The new headset could be unveiled in the summer of 2024
This solution will increase battery capacity by 15 per cent
And no subscriptions!
Does Kojima agree?
The Turkish company STM has successfully tested the KarguFPV strike drone equipped with machine vision for autonomous target engagement.
North Korea has tested an air-to-air missile that visually resembles the US AIM-120. The missile was launched from a MiG-29 fighter jet during an exercise attended by Kim Jong-un himself.
Poland plans to purchase about a thousand sets of barrage drones and up to 10,000 drones by 2035. The framework agreement was signed with the manufacturer WB Group.
The new product will be great for AI work
Nintendo has provided a great feature for inattentive users
The developer is offering to jump into Call of Duty: Mobile for free as an alternative
Great news for RDR 2 and Nintendo fans alike
Once upon a time, smartphone presentations were like football finals. We used to discuss megapixels, gigahertz, even logos on the case. And now? Now the new Galaxy is like a new stapler in the office. It's there, and it's good.
From 2026, Volkswagen will start dropping the ID. prefix in electric car names and move to using familiar names.
OLEDoS could be a key technology for XR devices, automotive displays and medical devices
Renault has revealed the R4 Savane concept car, an off-road interpretation of an electric crossover with two electric motors and all-wheel drive. It is the first modification based on the Renault 4 E-Tech model to receive an additional motor on the rear axle.
Persona 5: The Phantom X will be available on iOS, Android and PC (Steam)
An update to these games will be available on the console's release date
This character will appeal to fans of melee combat
Japan's Self-Defence Forces have scheduled for June 2025 the country's first-ever live-fire test with long-range missiles on its own territory.
During the visit of Colombian President Gustavo Petro to China, a proposal was made to sell two squadrons of J-10CE multi-role fighters.
During FEINDEF 2025, the Spanish company Instalaza presented a new 90 mm reusable grenade launcher, the Hispano MPW, based on the experience of the war in Ukraine. Its name comes from the unofficial name given by the Ukrainian military to the previous C90 model, Hispano.
The Royal Navy of the United Kingdom has officially unveiled its first unmanned submarine, the Excalibur. It is the largest unmanned submarine in the British Navy and in Europe.
The Ukrainian company Fulltime Robotics has developed a 1.5 kW SlimBeam laser turret that can effectively neutralise drones and other aerial threats at a distance of up to 1 km.
The United States is considering the possibility of creating a new F-55 combat aircraft, as well as a large-scale upgrade of the F-22 fighter jet to the Super Raptor version. This was stated by President Donald Trump during a speech at the al-Udeid air base in Qatar.
Spanish company Grupo Oesia and developer Destinus have entered into a partnership to create the Ruta long-range missile and signed an agreement during the FEINDEF 2025 defence exhibition, supported by the Spanish Ministry of Defence.
Norway continues active military support for Ukraine
Xiaomi no longer guarantees the security of the personal data of the users of these smartphones
The long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 has finally revealed its final pre-launch cards, but one important detail may upset some players - the new console will not support variable refresh rate (VRR) in the dock at least at launch.
Recently, there has been a lot of media coverage about the potential impact of the tariff chaos in the United States on the gaming industry, from consoles and accessories to software. And while some experts have expressed serious concerns about the possible consequences for consumers and businesses, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick seemed to remain relatively calm about the story during a recent investor Q&A session.
May was not the best month for PS Plus Premium subscribers. Instead of the expected addition to the library of classic games, users received only one new (or rather, well-forgotten old) game - Battle Engine Aquila, a first-person shooter from PS2. Moreover, this month, subscribers will suffer losses, as Sony has inexplicably stopped streaming support for a number of popular PS3 games, including Resistance: Fall of Man.
Fortnite players who were looking forward to the return of their favourite game to iOS are once again disappointed. After several days of waiting, it has been officially announced that Epic Games' efforts to bring Fortnite back to iOS have failed: Apple has blocked the game from appearing in both the US App Store and the Epic Games Store for iOS in the European Union.
Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 will deliver significant performance gains
Even though Grand Theft Auto 6 has been postponed to next year, Rockstar Games' previous titles continue to show amazing sales results.
Get ready to dive back into the bizarre and unpredictable world of Random. Stormteller Games has announced the release date of Lost in Random: The Eternal Die, the direct sequel to the magical game Lost in Random.
So far, the novelty is only available on the Chinese market
Fans of the stylish action game Stellar Blade who are waiting for its release on PC next month can breathe a sigh of relief: the game will not require a mandatory PlayStation Network (PSN) account, according to Sony's recently revised policy. Although syncing your account will give the character of Eva an additional costume, it will be a completely voluntary step, not a prerequisite. However, there is a nuance.
For Sony, the last 24 hours have been extremely unfortunate: The Fairgames live game seems to be falling apart before our eyes, and now another Sony subsidiary, Bungie, is forced to respond to serious plagiarism allegations.
It looks like things are not as smooth as they seem in the PlayStation camp. According to Bloomberg, Jade Raymond, the founder of Sony-owned Haven Studio, has unexpectedly left the company. The reasons for her departure were not disclosed, but it happened only a few weeks after the testing of the upcoming live service project for PS5 Fairgames, which was rumoured to have caused concerns among some developers about the quality of the game and the pace of its development.
Mafia: The Old Country, Directive 8020 and other anticipated new releases have been revealed
Fans of Ghost of Tsushima have been eagerly awaiting the sequel, and now Sucker Punch is finally revealing more details about Ghost of Yōtei! The game will take place 300 years after the events of the original, this time on the picturesque island of Ezo (modern Hokkaido). The main character will be Atsu, who seeks revenge on the Yōtei Six clan for the brutal murder of her family.
The collaboration between Arrowhead Studios and PlayStation has become a real triumph thanks to the phenomenal success of Helldivers 2. However, as it became known, the Swedish studio decided to go its own way and finance its next game independently, without direct involvement of Sony. This news was announced by Arrowhead CEO Shams Georgiani in his Discord message, as quoted by Forbes. According to him, the studio's next project is "100% self-funded," which will allow Arrowhead to fully control all key decisions about the game.
Even if you have mixed emotions about Hideo Kojima's games, you can't help but give him credit for his courage and willingness to go all-in. Death Stranding is the type of game that, in an extremely conservative business, would never have received a significant budget from Sony if it weren't for Kojima's reputation. Still, it's safe to assume that someone at Sony was nervous to learn that they were funding a delivery simulator with minimal action, especially given the early reviews of Death Stranding from testers.
Hideo Kojima, the legendary creator of Death Stranding and Metal Gear Solid, is known for his games that explore possible scenarios for our collective future. However, recent events have forced the game director to think more deeply about his own future and the fate of Kojima Productions after his death.
Rockstar Games' parent company, Take-Two Interactive, has officially stated that GTA 6 has been in production for at least five years and assured that the recent delay will be a "worthy investment" in the quality of the final product.
Netflix has finally moved forward with the long-awaited adaptation of the famous Gears of War shooter. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the director of The Fast and the Furious: Hobbs and Shaw, Deadpool 2, and Bullet Train director David Leitch is in talks to direct the film.
Despite the advanced age of the current generation of Land Rover Discovery, the British brand is not in a hurry to remove the model from the assembly line. On the contrary - the SUV received another update and two new special versions: Tempest and Gemini.
Mitsubishi has announced a new generation of the Eclipse Cross crossover for Europe, where the model will be all-electric.
The updated GMC Hummer EV Pickup is capable of accelerating from a standing start to 60 mph (97 km/h) in just 2.8 seconds. Just as fast as the Porsche 911 GT3 and Chevrolet Corvette Z06.
Tesla slipped from third to eighth place in the ranking of electrified car market share in the PRC in April.
A group of doctors and scientists has made a breakthrough in the treatment of a rare genetic disease by applying the first ever personalised gene editing therapy. The results of the treatment were published in the authoritative medical journal The New England Journal of Medicine.
Lenovo is expanding its all-in-one lineup with the new ThinkCentre M90a Gen 6, which is now available for order in Europe, including the official Lenovo store in Germany.
Oppo has introduced Enco Clip, a new lightweight, open-design wireless headphone that lasts up to 42 hours on a single charge.
Realme has announced the launch date of the new Buds Air 7 Pro headphones - they will be presented on 27 May 2025 at a global event in Paris, France.
After years of rumours and speculation, Apple has finally stepped up development of its first foldable iPhone, codenamed the iPhone Fold.
Google is officially integrating its AI assistant Gemini into the Chrome browser. During Google I/O 2025 conference to be held on 20-21 May, the company will present a new feature codenamed GLIC (Gemini Live in Chrome).
Meta is once again postponing the release of its flagship AI model Llama 4, known as Behemoth.
During a state visit to Qatar, Donald Trump said he had asked Apple CEO Tim Cook to stop expanding iPhone production in India. This was reported by Bloomberg.
Huawei has officially launched FreeBuds 6 in Europe - new fully wireless headphones with an open design similar to FreeBuds 5, but with improved comfort and lightness. Each earbud weighs just 4.9g, and the charging case weighs 40.3g.
Although One UI 7 based on Android 15 is not yet available on all devices, Samsung is already actively testing One UI 8 for the Galaxy S23 series. The Galaxy S23 (SM-S911U) and S23+ (SM-S916U) with Android 16 on board have been spotted in the Geekbench database.
Sharge has expanded sales of its Flow Mini 2, a compact portable battery pack recently launched in China. The device is now available in the US, UK, Spain and France.
The new Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Super Energy Saving Vertical 3 HP has been launched in China.
Xiaomi has officially announced the development of its own mobile chip called XRING 01, which will appear in future devices of the brand.
Garmin has introduced the new HRM 600 heart rate monitor, a sports chest strap that allows you to analyse your workouts in detail even without connecting to a smartwatch.
Samsung is preparing to introduce a new artificial intelligence feature in the gallery of its Galaxy smartphones that will allow converting images into videos. This was reported by an insider in the X network, but the details have not yet been disclosed.
Samsung is preparing two new smartphones - Galaxy A17 (4G) and Galaxy M36. This is evidenced by recent leaks of information about their chips and specifications.
Samsung is preparing to release the Galaxy S25 FE, and according to benchmark data, the smartphone will receive an Exynos 2400e processor and 8 GB of RAM. This confirms that the company has once again decided to abandon Snapdragon chips for the FE model.
There's a lot of new content in the game
The new product will go on sale in June
The game will be released on the 11th of June
The cost of the headphones can be frustrating for many
DOOM: The Dark Ages is available on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series
The developers have prepared a lot of new content
The new CarPlay Ultra interface covers all screens in the car. The system works with iPhone 12 and newer models running iOS 18.5 or later.
Toyota has extended the European range of the all-electric bZ4X with a new Touring version. It is taller and longer than the regular version, resulting in a boot increase of around 33 per cent.
The event will take place on 20 May
With this graphics card Doom: The Dark Ages will shine with new colours
Dark and Darker Mobil is not yet available in the global market, but a worldwide release is expected soon
There's even more content in the huge game
It's only a prototype for now, but it's impressive
The developers have prepared more than 700 improvements and fixes
Both offers are valid until the evening of 22 May
The Dimensity 9400e is built on TSMC's third-generation 4nm process technology
Days Gone Remastered continues to improve: the developers from Bend Studio have released a new patch that adds a "Balanced" graphics mode with 40 frames per second, improves the sound component and reduces input lag, making the game even more comfortable.
After almost five years of absence, Fortnite has not yet appeared in the iOS App Store, although Epic Games officially submitted the game for consideration on 9 May. Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney said that Apple is delaying the approval process, which jeopardises plans to update the game simultaneously on all platforms.
The developer is preparing the same re-release as RDR (2023)
Ubisoft has officially confirmed the first large-scale collaboration for Assassin's Creed Shadows - a crossover with the popular co-op survival horror game Dead by Daylight. A special quest called Step into The Fog will be available on 27 May.
The nominees for the prestigious Develop:Star Awards 2025 have been announced, with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle receiving the most nominations. This action-adventure game is in the running for the title of the best game of the year among other strong contenders.
Kojima Productions has announced the Death Stranding World Strand Tour 2, a large-scale world tour to celebrate the release of the long-awaited sequel Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. The tour will cover 12 cities around the world and will begin on 8 June in Los Angeles, two weeks before the game's release on PlayStation 5.
The events of "Knight of the Seven Kingdoms" will unfold 90 years before the events of the main saga
We don't have long to wait
The PlayStation's message reads an alarming warning: "Super Earth is in danger. All Helldivers must head to their Hellpods immediately. The battle for humanity begins!" This event promises to take players to the megacities of Super Earth, where fierce battles will unfold in new urban locations.
After a long silence, EA Motive reveals new details of its ambitious Iron Man project. A new job announcement confirms that a single-player mode with large levels will be a key part of the game, which is being developed on Unreal Engine 5.
Samsung emphasises slim models
MercurySteam has officially released the demo version of its action RPG Blades of Fire, which became available on 15 May on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Players will be able to immerse themselves in the first hours of the game, and save their progress to the full version, which will be released on 22 May.
The RX 9060 XT will be available with 8GB or 16GB of video memory
Remedy Entertainment has officially confirmed that their new game FBC: Firebreak will not feature the fan-favourite band The Old Gods of Asgard. This musical group has long been an integral part of the Remedy universe, but this time the studio decided to go a different way.
After a three-year hiatus, Square Enix has finally shared new screenshots of Kingdom Hearts 4, giving fans a first look at the long-awaited game. The footage shows Sora in action in the metropolis of Quadratum and also hints at the possible appearance of Mickey Mouse as a playable character.
Apple will go for bold decisions
The Strong National Museum of Play in New York has added unique materials from Volition, the studio behind the cult series Saints Row, Red Faction, and Descent, to its collection. Among the thousands of game collections, documents, and artefacts, there are even prototypes of cancelled projects, including a never-released Batman game that has recently been launched in a working form.
Electronic Arts has officially announced the complete cancellation of the remote work policy and the return of employees to the offices for at least three days a week. This decision was part of the company's global strategy aimed at increasing creativity, innovation and teamwork.
Recent reports about a large-scale Steam data breach that allegedly affected 89 million accounts caused a wave of panic among users. However, Valve has officially stated that there was no serious breach of the system's security, and there is no need to change passwords or phone numbers at this time.
The giant Esquie is undoubtedly one of the most charming and endearing characters in the Clair Obscur world: His funny quips while exploring the Continent and touching conversations around the campfire can make you smile. And it seems that the army of fans fully agrees with this statement, because plush toys depicting this cute companion have begun to appear on the web. But they are not official.
Despite Kratos' storied history on PlayStation, the first instalments of the legendary God of War series are undoubtedly in need of an update. After promising rumours, fans were hoping to hear announcements during the franchise's 20th anniversary celebration this May, but Sony quickly cooled their enthusiasm by announcing in advance that there were "no planned announcements" for that particular event. But that didn't stop the fans.
Ubisoft has announced the postponement of several of its biggest games, including Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, Rainbow Six, The Division, and Ghost Recon.
The gaming world is on the verge of another demonic invasion with the release of the long-awaited DOOM: The Dark Ages, which is set to become a landmark game in 2025. This first-person shooter is the eighth major entry in the legendary Doom franchise and promises to deliver an epic and cinematic journey that delves deeper into the legend of the Doom Slayer. The anticipation surrounding this game highlights its potential to become one of the most significant and successful gaming releases of the year, and gg's editorial team will tell you the 7 main reasons why you should go chop demons to pieces.
Polyphony Digital and PlayStation have announced the latest update to Gran Turismo 7, which adds four new cars, expands the World Circuit events and extends support for Sophy artificial intelligence. The update is now available for PS5, PS4 and PSVR2, so all players can enjoy the new content.
The start date and cast are not yet known.
Toyota has revealed the starting price of the new Urban Cruiser electric car on its official website. Although there is no detailed price list yet, it can be assumed with a high degree of probability that we are talking about a front-wheel drive version with a power output of 106 kW (144 hp) and a range of about 300 kilometres.
The legendary game designer Hideo Kojima proves once again that his imagination has no limits. In the latest episode of his KOJI10 radio show, the author of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding shared several crazy concepts for future games. The most striking of them is the "forgetting game", in which the character loses skills and knowledge if the player postpones the game for a long time.
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and authorised the use of Nebokrai mobile workshops in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. They are designed for rapid repair and maintenance of unmanned aerial vehicles.
Ubisoft can celebrate: Assassin's Creed Shadows not only met expectations but also surpassed the key indicators of the previous hits in the series. The new title has already generated the second highest revenue on the launch day among all games in the franchise.
China has created an underwater drone that belongs to the XLUUV class (ultra-large underwater unmanned aerial vehicle). It was first spotted being transported in one of the Chinese cities, which made it possible to assess some of the characteristics of this drone.
The UK supplied Ukraine with decoy mock-ups of military equipment to mislead Russian troops about the actual number of weapons and force them to spend ammunition on false targets.
The Dutch Ministry of Defence has signed an agreement with KNDS for the purchase of 46 Leopard 2 main battle tanks in the A8 version. Delivery of the new tanks is scheduled for the period from 2028 to 2031.
The American company AeroVironment, the developer of the well-known Switchblade drones, has presented a new model of a kamikaze drone called Red Dragon, capable of covering more than 400 km.
Amid the imminent debut of the new Micra EV, Nissan has decided to mark the 23rd anniversary of one of its craziest projects - the mid-engined Micra 350SR - with a spectacular 'restomod'. The hatchback has been redesigned, fitted with modern electronics and even Apple CarPlay support.
Waymo has had problems with the performance of its self-driving cars. The company announced a recall of 1,212 robotaxis to fix minor accident-related issues.
VW's most anticipated electric car, the compact ID.2, will be introduced in a production design in 2026. This model will launch a number of major changes for the German brand's battery-electric models that will spread to the rest of the Volkswagen range.
Toyota is bringing the C-HR name back to the US market - but now not with a petrol engine, but as an all-electric crossover.
FSR and DLSS support has been added to the game
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The new edition is already available on all platforms
The five millionth Fabia, an entry-level model that has played a key role in the brand's modern history, recently rolled off the assembly line at Skoda Auto's plant in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic.
Available for pre-order until 28 May
The games will be available from 20 May
DOOM: The Dark Ages will be released tomorrow!
God Save Birmingham release date unknown
Everyone who has this edition will receive the update for modern platforms for free
Apple is partnering with biotech startup Synchron to do just that
The developers were planning to make a steampunk style game
The developer has taken care of users of all PC categories
On the eve of the main Google I/O conference, the company held a separate event dedicated to Android - and for good reason. The platform that powers more than 3 billion devices has received regular updates: a redesign of the Material 3 Expressive interface, the first details of Android 16, deep integration of Gemini AI into the entire ecosystem (from watches to cars), and a new level of security.
After the release of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Ninja Theory is actively working on a new game. The official Instagram account of the developers published a mysterious photo of the team looking at a blurry screen, which was the first hint of the studio's next project.
The updated interface will debut at the same time as Android 16
Square Enix will join forces with TBS Television, a Tokyo-based network that has gained popularity for shows such as Ninja Warrior, Ultraman, and Takeshi's Castle.
Sony has officially announced a possible increase in the cost of the PlayStation 5 due to the impact of new duties imposed by the United States. The company's chief financial officer Lin Tao said that the company will have to compensate for about 100 billion yen (over $500 million) in losses due to these tariffs, which could affect the price of the console for consumers.
Sony continues to transform its gaming division, and new CFO Lin Tao has shared two important changes that have already taken place at Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) following the recent change in leadership. These steps are aimed at making the business more profitable and stable, and shifting the focus from console sales to player engagement.
The series is finished. There are no plans to continue it
Sony has released its financial results for the full fiscal year ended 31 March 2025 and reported a significant increase in operating profit in its Games & Network Services division, up 43% to ¥414.8 billion ($2.8 billion). At the same time, sales of PlayStation 5 consoles declined slightly to 18.5 million units for the year.
Pre-orders for the new version are now open
The manufacturer promises significant improvements to all elements of its gadget
Every time the news flashes "the company spent 100 million on a logo redesign", a storm rages in social media. A notional commentator, Peter, with an avatar of a power engineer, goes on the attack: "I can do that for you in Photoshop in half an hour!" And Vasya probably will, but only a logo. But something that corporations pay millions for is a completely different operation.
The first step of the partnership was the exclusive DLC for Just Dance 2025, available only to Visa cardholders in the UK and Europe.
Although the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 has been postponed for a year, the interest of gamers around the project has not waned. Rockstar Games recently released the second trailer and dozens of high-quality screenshots that demonstrate the incredible level of detail and atmosphere of the upcoming game. However, one of the screenshots has caused a real controversy - it may show a child, which has never been seen before in the GTA series.
NetEase for Marvel Rivals is bringing back the Season 0 Battle Pass as part of a special Galacta's Gift event. Now, all players who did not have time to get the unique rewards of the first season will have a chance to catch up - and without any time limits after purchase.
These gadgets would be the envy of Doom Slayer.
Valve is expanding its Steam Deck Verified programme by introducing a new game compatibility rating system for all SteamOS devices other than Steam Deck. This initiative will help gamers quickly determine whether a particular game is supported on their SteamOS device, including the new Lenovo Legion Go S.
After months of rumours, Marvel and Disney have officially confirmed the return of Krysten Ritter as Jessica Jones in the second season of Daredevil: Born Again. The actress, along with Charlie Cox, who will reprise his role as Matt Murdock, appeared on stage at Disney Upfront in New York to share their excitement about returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
After the phenomenal success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Illumination and Nintendo are preparing a new animated film, which is likely to be called Super Mario World. The premiere is scheduled for 3 April 2026.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a role-playing game by the French studio Sandfall Interactive, has already become one of the biggest hits of 2025, exceeding all expectations. It sold over 2 million copies in the first 12 days after its release, and the developers hint at a possible port to Nintendo Switch 2.
Sony is rumoured to be working on a major update to the PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology, which is key to the PS5 Pro. The updated version of PSSR 2 promises to significantly improve image quality and performance, allowing games to run in 4K at 120 frames per second and even in 8K at 60 FPS.
Sony has released updated PlayStation 5 sales data in its latest financial report: as of 31 March 2025, 77.8 million consoles have been shipped worldwide. Although hardware sales have slowed slightly, the company has seen an increase in sales of PS4 and PS5 games, which helps to maintain business stability.
Sony is gearing up for a big year for PlayStation 5 gaming, predicting an increase in sales of its exclusives. Although the company expects a decline in hardware sales, it expects to compensate for this by increasing the popularity of games developed by its own and third-party studios.
French President Emmanuel Macron said that all CAESAR wheeled self-propelled artillery systems manufactured by 2025 would be transferred to Ukraine.
After a successful run in cinemas that brought in over $900 million, the Minecraft film is now officially available to rent or purchase for home viewing. Fans of the iconic game can now enjoy the adventures of Steve and his friends from the comfort of their sofa.
SAG-AFTRA, a trade union representing more than 160,000 actors, has published a detailed response to the proposals of gaming companies regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in video games. The union expressed a number of comments, especially regarding the protection of actors' rights and the conditions for the use of their digital "replicas".
Germany's gaming industry has set a new historical record: in 2025, the country has more than 37.5 million players. The number of gamers over the age of 60 is growing particularly rapidly, pushing the average age of the gaming audience over 39 for the first time.
The United Arab Emirates demonstrated the South Korean Cheongung Block-II medium-range air defence missile system purchased from South Korea. This is the first public appearance of the system in the Middle East.
After the official announcement of the Switch 2, many gamers noted that the design of the new console is almost unchanged from the original Switch. This contrasts with the revolutionary changes between the Wii U and Switch, or even the Wii and Wii U. However, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa emphasises that despite its familiar shape, Switch 2 is a completely new device with new accessories designed to meet the demands of today's games and players.
The US Army is actively using virtual simulations to design the new XM30 infantry fighting vehicle, which is to replace the outdated Bradley.
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine presented technological achievements and digital solutions at the London Defence Conference, the largest security conference in the UK.
Battlefield 6, the new instalment of the legendary shooter series, is preparing for a big announcement this summer. The developers are gradually revealing the details of the campaign, which takes inspiration from modern film hits and TV series.
Estonian-based Meridein Grupp has announced plans to open a large drone manufacturing plant in one of the Baltic states.
Google has officially confirmed: in the coming months, Gemini's generative AI will appear in cars that support Android Auto. Later in 2025, it will also be introduced in cars with Google Built-In, the company's proprietary operating system.
Pakistan's Air Vice Marshal Ahmet Aurangzeb said that Pakistani troops had destroyed the radar and control centre of the S-400 anti-aircraft missile system at an airbase near the city of Adampur.
The Bulava unmanned systems unit of the 3rd Mechanised Battalion of the Bohdan Khmelnytsky Separate Presidential Brigade successfully tested a Queen Hornets drone with a grenade launcher in combat conditions, eliminating a Russian soldier.
Imagine an IT guy who wanted to find traces of UFOs and instead found himself at the centre of the most high-profile hacking case of the 2000s. In 2002, Gary McKinnon, an ordinary sysadmin from Scotland, broke into NASA and the Pentagon computers under the nickname Solo. The United States immediately called it "the largest military hack of all time" and squeezed the most out of this formula - media, diplomatically, legally.
Ten years of trials, extradition requests, an autism diagnosis, an activist mother, hysteria around human rights, conspiracies, spaceships - all this is not a Netflix scriptwriter's invention, but a real story of a British man who just wanted to know if the US government was really hiding information about aliens.
Six months after announcing 9,000 job cuts, Nissan is doubling the scope of its anti-crisis measures. It now plans to lay off a total of 20,000 people worldwide - about 15 per cent of its current workforce of 133,580 employees.
General Motors and LG Energy announced the start of commercial operation of lithium-manganese rechargeable (LMR) batteries, which in the future will be used in electric pickup trucks and full-size SUVs. Production of such cells is scheduled to begin in 2028.
Toyota's only all-electric car in America right now, the bZ4X, will get a significant update for the 2026 model year.
Audi has expanded the e-tron GT range by introducing a new base version called quattro. The new version will occupy a place below the more powerful S, RS and RS Performance variants.
MAN Truck & Bus has announced its first all-electric touring bus - the Lion's Coach E. The new vehicle was shown in design sketches as well as in the form of a camouflaged prototype on test.
A technology that could save the future of orbital missions from uncontrollable debris is being born in the basement of the University of Glasgow. The James Watt School of Engineering has opened the world's first test rig designed specifically to test materials that are to be 3D printed in space. It is called the NextSpace TestRig.
There will be huge discounts on Warhammer universe games for one week
This will be the largest layoff of employees after January 2023
Note 16 Pro uses the Flyme AIOS 2 operating system based on Android 15
Indie hits Schedule I and R.E.P.O. have not lost their popularity.
A group of white hackers from Budapest, acting under the name PCAutomotive, have demonstrated a vulnerability in the security protocols of the 2020 Nissan Leaf electric car
Less than two years after the release of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Gun Interactive recently announced that the game will no longer receive expansion packs or new content in general. In a post on Steam, the studio said that it is proud of its game and that it has "reached its full potential".
After the release of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Ninja Theory hinted at the development of a new project. A photo of the team looking at a blurry screen with a brighter colour scheme than the gloomy Hellblade 2 appeared on the official Instagram page.
The series will be available on streaming service Hulu, TV channel FX and on Disney+
Although Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate has hardly appeared in the news since its announcement in 2021, series creator and game director Yuji Horii continues to assure that development is actively underway.
The console's battery will be saved from degradation
Gearbox Entertainment is officially calling Borderlands 4 its "biggest game ever" - from the massive universe to billions of variations of weapons and accessories. Although the gameplay has not yet been fully revealed, it is already clear that the project is impressive in scope.
The bottom price is only $110
Against the backdrop of the upcoming release of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, Tony Hawk has announced that he would like to see a remaster of another classic, Tony Hawk's Underground. In an interview with ScreenRant, he noted that he is doing everything possible to promote the idea, although the final decision is up to Activision.
Skydance New Media studio Skydance New Media has announced a revision of its plans
The stream will take place on the 15th of May
On Steam, the game is getting 83% positive reviews
Arrowhead Game Studios' extensive ARG campaign for Helldivers 2 has reached its culmination with the game's Illuminate faction invasion of Earth:
Sega Sammy Holdings, the parent company of video game publisher Sega, reported a 3.2% decrease in game sales in its financial report for the year ended 31 March 2025. This resulted in about $1.5 billion in console revenue, according to Automaton Media.
There are two sets available to music lovers at different costs, filling and design
Rust Console Edition developers have officially announced the end of support for the PS4 version.
The role-playing game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, developed by French studio Sandfall Interactive, continues to impress players and critics alike. In the third week after its release, it climbed to number one in physical sales in the UK, with 94% of copies sold on the PS5 version. This is a rare occurrence for a JRPG in the UK market, where such games usually lose ground quickly.
The smoothness of the robot's movements and their complexity is impressive
This feature works like this: when you press the rewind button, the broadcast is rewound and the current broadcast continues to play in the picture-in-picture window above the chat. Thus, viewers can simultaneously watch what they have rewound and follow new events in real time.
The new release of GeoGuessr Steam Edition, which came out on 8 May 2025, instantly caused a wave of criticism among Steam users. In a few days, the game collected more than 3 thousand reviews, of which only 16% were positive. The main reason for dissatisfaction is the intrusive monetisation model with a mandatory annual subscription instead of the usual one-time purchase.
Sega is officially preparing the return of the legendary Shinobi series - and the first swallow will be Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, which will be released on 29 August. The game is being developed by Lizardcube, the studio known for Streets of Rage 4, and in anticipation of the release, the team continues to share new fragments of the game.
Doom: The Dark Ages, the third instalment of the modern Doom trilogy, is almost here - the release is scheduled for 15 May. The game takes us back to the Middle Ages, where the classic uncompromising shooter is combined with new mechanics, unique weapons, and large-scale battles with demons. But how long does it take to complete the game?
The second trailer of Grand Theft Auto VI has caused a real stir among fans who are carefully studying every frame in search of clues. One of the most interesting theories is that the game will feature not only Vice City but also the long-loved Liberty City.
The first teaser is already available, and it shows a stylish Spider-Noir costume that matches the comic book original as closely as possible, and also creates a mysterious mood for the upcoming show.
Blades of Fire, an action game by MercurySteam, is set to release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on 22 May 2025. The game has already attracted attention thanks to its deep weapon creation system, tactical combat, and an interesting world that combines medieval atmosphere with dark fantasy. And players are asking for a demo.
Amazon Prime has officially announced that the second season of the Fallout series will be available on the platform in December 2025. In addition, the studio confirmed the extension of the show for the third season, demonstrating confidence in its success and popularity among viewers.
The news contains spoilers for the second season of The Last of Us!
The second trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI, released by Rockstar Games on 6 May 2025, has garnered over 100 million views on YouTube in a matter of days, confirming the incredible interest in the game. The video reveals the new protagonists - Jason Duvall and Lucia Caminos - and shows an amazing modern world, hinting at a large-scale crime thriller set in the fictional state of Leonidas.
After a spectacular announcement at The Game Awards 2024, CD Projekt Red is actively working on The Witcher 4, a game that is set to become the most ambitious and ambitious project in the series' history. For the first time, Ciri will be the main character, which opens up a completely new perspective on the Witcher's world and its future.
At PAX East 2025, the developers of the PvE shooter The First Descendant announced a large-scale Breakthrough update, showing the charismatic heroine Bunny on a new hoverbike.
The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) has ruled that Russia is responsible for the downing of flight MH17 and that the country violated the Chicago Convention by illegally using weapons against a civilian aircraft.
Shift Up is preparing a real gift for PC gamers: On 11 June 2025, Stellar Blade: Complete Edition. This is not only the debut of the popular action game on a new platform, but also a large-scale re-release with all the add-ons, bonuses, and exclusive content.
The artillery of the Republic of China fired the first missiles from the M142 HIMARS multiple launch rocket system.
An iCar brand SUV, suspiciously reminiscent of the Land Rover Defender but for less money, was recently spotted on test in China.
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and authorised the use of the Spider ground robotic system in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The South Korean Navy has updated its plan to build a light aircraft carrier, replacing F-35B fighters with combat drones.
Pakistan's air defence successfully intercepted a French-made SCALP cruise missile fired from a Rafale fighter jet of the Indian Air Force.
Despite the successful launch of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PlayStation 5, Forza Horizon 5 is showing even stronger results. According to Reece Elliott, Chief Marketing Officer of Alinea Analytics, on the BlueSky platform, the game has sold about 1.4 million copies on consoles.
The Italian Air Force has integrated long-range Meteor missiles into its EF-2000A Typhoon fighter jets and used them for the first time during a NATO mission.
US authorities are considering cancelling the common "stop-start" technology, which automatically shuts off a car's engine when it stops, for example at traffic lights or in a traffic jam.
The director and producer of inZOI, Hyunjun "Kjun" Kim, published a letter to players in which he spoke about the content planned for May to August. The letter talked about both upcoming updates and new features that are currently in development.
The Spanish company Indra is developing the VALERO multi-purpose airborne weapon system capable of performing reconnaissance and strike missions.
Ubisoft has quietly updated the parkour system in Assassin's Creed Shadows as part of the latest Title Update 4 without mentioning it in the official notes. In a post on X, the studio announced that the developers have made minor changes that improve the vertical height retention while running over obstacles. The first to notice the innovation was YouTube blogger Ropotopolous, who is known in the game's community.
iQOO has announced the launch of its new flagship smartphone iQOO Neo 10 Pro+, which will be released on 20 May 2025.
AOC has introduced the new C27G4H2 gaming monitor, a 27-inch curved display that combines high speed, colour accuracy and comfort.
Toyota has released the first images of the new car, which is very likely to be the sixth generation RAV4.
Xiaomi is working on a new smartphone that will run on the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset. This processor has already been used in the Redmi Turbo 4 Pro model.
Apple plans to order $60 billion worth of chips from TSMC in 2025, up 44% year-on-year. This step will significantly increase TSMC's revenues and strengthen Apple's position in the advanced technology market.
Rezvani, a California-based company known for its extreme stealth fighter jet-style vehicles, has unveiled a new project, the Rezvani Knight, based on the Lamborghini Urus.
Apple has confirmed that with the release of iOS 19, it will stop supporting the old version of the Home app.
Fiat has started assembly of the first pre-production examples of the new Fiat 500 Ibrida at the historic Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy.
Oppo has announced a new charging accessory, the 22.5W Energy Jelly Fast Charging Power Bank 10000, which will be available in China from 15 May.
Sony has officially unveiled its new flagship Xperia 1 VII, releasing it just before the launch of the WH-1000XM6 headphones. The novelty has received several significant updates compared to the Xperia 1 VI model.
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S25 Edge, a unique smartphone that combines an ultra-thin body, advanced materials and flagship performance.
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S25 Edge - the smartphone has a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor "for Galaxy", despite previous rumours of a stripped-down version. The company decided not to save on performance, instead reducing the battery capacity.
After several months of anticipation, Samsung has officially unveiled the new Galaxy S25 Edge smartphone, an ultra-thin device with top features and a sophisticated design.
Apple is preparing a new battery management feature that will appear in iOS 19. According to Bloomberg, the company is integrating artificial intelligence to analyse user habits and optimise iPhone power consumption.
According to a recent report by the China Academy of Information and Communication Technology (CAICT), in March 2025, shipments of foreign-branded phones in China fell sharply by 49.6% compared to March 2024.
According to the sources, Apple's Meta Ray-Ban competitors could be introduced around 2027, along with new AirPods equipped with cameras and AI-based features.
Galaxy S21 series smartphones are getting the latest major update - One UI 7, based on Android 15. The update is now available in Asia, Europe and Latin America.
Apple has officially unveiled watchOS 11.5, the fifth major update to the Apple Watch operating system. The update became available on 12 May 2025 and supports Apple Watch Series 6 and later, all Apple Watch Ultra models, and Apple Watch SE 2nd generation.
Fans of the genre are advised to take a closer look at this selection
Casio has expanded its W-218H series with two new models: W-218H-3BV and W-218H-8BV. Both watches are sporty and come in fresh shades of green - dark green and mint green, respectively.
Streams for the new game are already garnering millions of viewers
Huawei is preparing to release a new line of mid-range smartphones - Nova 14. According to the latest leaks, the devices will receive the latest HarmonyOS 5 operating system.
Testing for FBC: Firebreak will take place from 15 to 19 May.
There is more and more interesting information in the test version of One UI 8
Samsung is preparing to launch new wireless headphones Galaxy Buds Core, the successor to the popular budget model Galaxy Buds FE.
Of course, there are no Pokémon, but there are other interesting suggestions
Tomorrow, 13 May, OnePlus will officially unveil the Pad 2 Pro tablet, and the first benchmarks already point to its leadership among flagships
Chinese auto giant BYD has announced its entry into the Romanian market - the country has become part of the brand's large-scale strategy to expand its presence in Europe. In 2025, the company plans to start sales in 12 new European countries, and by the end of the year - to open more than 1,000 dealership centres, including 30 in Romania.
Philips has launched a new initiative called Philips Fixables. It encourages self-repair of certain product elements using 3D printing.
The developers have drastically changed a number of Demons
The information comes from a reliable isnaider
Polestar, owned by Volvo Cars and Geely Group, is facing another wave of recalls. Following the recent announcement of a recall of nearly 28,000 Polestar 2 electric cars in the US due to a faulty rear view camera, a similar problem has been found in the 2025 model year Polestar 3 crossover.
The headphones translate from Spanish, German or French with perfect accuracy
Sony is offering a great opportunity for gamers in the UK with a new bundle on the official PlayStation Direct website that includes a PlayStation 5 Slim with a disc drive and a two-year PS Plus Premium subscription at a great price.
Apple is preparing to raise prices for the autumn iPhone 17 line, but does not officially acknowledge that this is due to duties on Chinese components. Instead, the company plans to introduce new features and design, including an ultra-thin model, to justify the price increase.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has officially gone gold, and ahead of its release in June 2025, the developers have shared details about the new game mechanics. One of the most interesting novelties is the day and night cycle, which not only decorates the world but also adds new tactical opportunities for players.
Sony has quietly added a new payment option to the PlayStation Store on PS5, and that's good news for iOS owners. You can now use Apple Pay to purchase digital games, which adds convenience.
After years of absence, Fortnite is preparing to return to the US iOS App Store, and Epic Games is increasing the motivation of users to purchase content directly through their payment system by increasing Epic Rewards to 20%. This is a strategic move amid the ongoing struggle with Apple for alternative payment methods.
Moon Studios, known for the Ori series, found itself in a difficult situation due to a wave of negative reviews for its project No Rest for the Wicked. CEO Thomas Mahler openly stated that the studio may not survive the coming months due to review bombing, but later softened his words, assuring that there is no financial crisis at the moment.
Gran Turismo 7 is available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 and has received many updates since its release in March 2022 that have significantly enhanced the gaming experience.
Warner Bros. has published financial results for the first quarter of 2025, which showed a significant drop in revenues in the gaming sector - by 48%. The main reason is the failure of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and the lack of new major releases in the reporting period. Will focusing on proven franchises such as Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Mortal Kombat, and DC help the company?
The Fallout series, which has become one of the most successful video game adaptations in recent years, has a clear development plan and may last up to the fifth or sixth season. This was stated by actor Aaron Moten, who plays Maximus, a member of the Brotherhood of Steel, at Comic Con Liverpool.
After a wave of rumours and guesses about strange billboards in Mario Kart World, Nintendo has officially announced that the game did not use artificial intelligence to create images. The company emphasised that all visual elements were designed by people.
Actress Tati Gabrielle, known for her roles in Uncharted and The Last of Us, will be the protagonist of Naughty Dog's new sci-fi project Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. She said that she received not only acting training but also psychological support from the studio's creative director Neil Druckman, preparing for the challenges of the online community's reaction.
Mexico's president insists that no country in the world can arbitrarily change international geographical names
Gearbox is experimenting a lot with Borderlands 4, combining a large-scale seamless world without downloads, a revolutionary weapon system with "Licensed Parts" and the absence of a mini-map.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is getting closer to release. The PlayStation 5 exclusive offers players two modes - Quality with a focus on detail and Performance mode with a smooth 60 frames per second, so everyone can choose the optimal balance between beauty and performance.
Fans of DOOM: The Dark Ages on PlayStation 5 are in for an unpleasant surprise: it has officially become known that physical copies of the game are almost empty, containing only about 85 MB of data, and the remaining 84 GB will have to be downloaded from the Internet. This practice has already caused outrage among players who expected a full Blu-ray disc with the game.
The offer is available in Middle East countries
Despite high expectations, DOOM: The Dark Ages demonstrates performance issues on PlayStation 5 and especially on PS5 Pro. Digital Foundry's technical experts found that both Sony consoles suffer from frame rate drops during active scenes, while Xbox Series X provides more stable and smooth gameplay.
The new remaster of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, despite the enthusiastic feedback from fans of the classic, is facing serious technical problems on all platforms. Digital Foundry experts have found that the game's performance gradually deteriorates during long gaming sessions, which is likely due to a memory leak.
The cost of the gadget starts at $305
The battery capacity will double that of the Samsung Galaxy S25
The game's release date remains unknown
If talks stalemate, OpenAI could look for other partners and Microsoft could develop its own AI models
Key specifications of Galaxy S25 Edge have been revealed
The studio maintains its usual pace of work
The authors promise a lot of technical improvements
The new Bluetooth 6.1 standard is officially unveiled: a focus on privacy with RPA and improved energy efficiency. Possible integration into the iPhone 17 Pro is already being discussed.
The French Ministry of Defence has announced the preparation of a low-orbit training mission for the personnel of the CdE Space Command. As part of this mission, it is planned to perform realistic rendezvous manoeuvres around a predetermined target.
The UK Ministry of Defence has announced that it will supply eight Raven air defence systems to Ukraine in 2022. However, the Royal Marines reported that five more units are planned for delivery in the near future.
The Royal Air Force of the United Kingdom conducted test launches of FPV drones from a Chinook transport helicopter as part of the Hornets Nest programme, which involves the massive use of drones from airborne platforms.
The U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) is seeking to integrate small cruise missiles into MQ-9 Reaper UAVs as well as the newly adopted OA-1K Skyraider II attack aircraft.
Russian troops have begun using the new S8000 Banderol cruise missile, which contains numerous foreign-made components.
Ahead of the release of the long-awaited Stellar Blade on PC, Korean studio Shift Up has shown how the game works on Steam Deck. A short video on Twitter demonstrated smooth gameplay with the protagonist in the open world of the Great Desert, confirming almost guaranteed compatibility with Valve's portable console.
Chevrolet has unveiled an updated Corvette for the 2026 model year. Aside from the expected debut of the 1,064 hp ZR1 version, the car received one notable option - 10-piston front brake calipers.
Humble Bundle has introduced a new Xbox Game Studios game bundle that allows you to get eight well-known games on Steam for $10. The unique offer includes hits from Remedy, Insomniac, Moon Studios, and other studios, and supports the Gameheads charity.
The developers of The First Berserker: Khazan are preparing a real test of nerves and reactions for players: on 15 May, the game will receive a large-scale free update that will add two new Boss Rush modes at once. The tests turned out to be so tough that even the experienced designers of the team admit that not everyone will be able to pass them!
The second season of HBO's The Last of Us, which received rave reviews from critics and the status of one of the best game adaptations at the start, is currently experiencing a real wave of review bombing. On Rotten Tomatoes, the critics' score reaches 95%, while the audience rating has fallen to 42%. This is even lower than The Last of Us Part II, which also divided fans. But why is this happening?
HBO premiered the fifth episode of the second season of The Last of Us, titled "Feel Her Love". The episode lasts about 55 minutes and has become one of the most intense of the season, revealing new facets of the characters and escalating conflicts in a world where survival is a daily struggle.
Toyota has made the Corolla line-up in Japan fully hybrid. This was announced during the presentation of the next series of updates for the sedan, hatchback and station wagon of the current model year.
According to new leaks, the OnePlus 14 and Oppo Find X9 series of smartphones, which are due to debut in China in October this year, will feature 200-megapixel cameras.
According to recent reports, the Galaxy Flip 7 may come with the Exynos 2500 chipset, rather than the Qualcomm Snapdragon, as was the case with the Galaxy Flip 6. This was reported by insider Jukanlosreve, who previously revealed details about the chipset for the Galaxy S26.
Hundreds of Xiaomi SU7 Ultra owners and potential buyers are demanding refunds after it was revealed that the optional 42,000 yuan (about $5,800) carbon fibre dual-duct bonnet is mostly decorative despite claims of its functionality.
Xiaomi has released a new wireless mouse, Wireless Mouse Lite 3, in China, and it is already available for pre-order. The price of the novelty is only 39 yuan (approximately $5.40), and the first deliveries will begin on 14 May 2025.
Audi has announced a recall of approximately 90,000 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles from the 2022-2024 model years in the United States. The cause is possible loosening of the cylinder head cover mounting screws.
Compact flagships have become even more powerful thanks to improved batteries. One of these smartphones is the OnePlus 13T, which is equipped with a 6260 mAh battery.
According to Mark Gurman's latest Power On, Apple is preparing a new feature for iOS 19 that will make it easier to connect to public Wi-Fi networks, such as those in hotels or gyms.
According to Bloomberg, Apple is preparing a real breakthrough in 2027, which journalist Mark Gurman called a "product renaissance". After several years of rather restrained releases, the company is preparing a number of new products that will significantly change its ecosystem.
Patch 2.01 will be released on all platforms as early as 13 May
Going from car to plane to another takes only 80 seconds
The novelty will go on sale in some regions on 18 May
The updated game is even closer to the iconic source material
OnePlus is preparing for another major launch - the flagship OnePlus Pad 2 Pro, which is rumoured to be a rebranded version of the Oppo Pad 4 Pro. The new product is due to debut this month in China and will be launched globally later.
iQOO is preparing to present a new mid-range smartphone - Neo10 Pro+, which can become a powerful competitor in its segment thanks to the introduction of the flagship Qualcomm processor.
Samsung has started rolling out One UI 7 update for Galaxy A-series smartphones. The update is currently available for the Galaxy A35, A36 and A55 models, and will be rolled out to other devices in the coming weeks.
Huawei has presented two new smart door locks - Smart Door Lock 2 Pro and Ultra. They complement the line of home devices and have received updated security features based on biometrics and artificial intelligence.
PlayStation 5 users now have another convenient way to pay for games and content - the console now supports Apple Pay. This became possible thanks to the new payment method that Apple introduced with the release of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18.
During the first official Mass of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV, an Apple Watch was spotted on his wrist. The photo from this event aroused interest in the media and specialised communities, in particular among those who follow celebrity watches.
The chip is built on TSMC's 5nm process technology
The TVs will go on sale from 14 May
Official sales of the laptop will start on 19 May
Google has agreed to the fine, but admits no guilt
Then what does Randy Pitchford know?
The Healthspan programme assesses physiological age and the rate of ageing
But it's best not to experiment with the settings
Other flagship smartphones will also get the same protection
It's getting less and less time until the game's release!
Until 12 May, everyone is welcome to check out the game
The gadget got an AMOLED display, "military protection" and a great set of cameras
Northrop Grumman has tested its IMU inertial navigation system during two recent hypersonic flights, which allows high-speed aircraft to navigate without the use of GPS.
The US Army has deployed M2A4 Bradley fighting vehicles to Estonia as part of the Immediate Response Package exercise to demonstrate rapid deployment capabilities in the Baltic region.
Kraken has presented its new Kraken3 Scout Medium surface drone during the annual Special Operations Forces Week conference in Tampa. This was reported by The War Zone.
The United States has deployed four B-52 strategic bombers to an airbase on Diego Garcia Island in the Indian Ocean. This was reported by @MT_Anderson, who spotted the bombers on satellite images.
The second batch of American M1A2 SEPv3 Abrams tanks, which are intended for the Polish Army, has arrived in Poland. This was reported by Polska Zbrojna.
Yesterday we pressed "Start" to shoot, jump and survive. Today, it's to cry, make a moral choice, or experience an Oscar-worthy drama. Video games are no longer hiding in the shadow of cinema - they have become cinema themselves, only with a gamepad in hand. And while Hollywood is churning out remakes, gaming offers 20-hour emotional stories where the player is no longer a witness but an accomplice to the plot.
Hideki Kamiya, the iconic developer known for the Devil May Cry, Bayonetta, and Viewtiful Joe series, has returned to Capcom after a nearly 20-year hiatus. He is currently focusing on the sequel to Ōkami, but he doesn't rule out the possibility of returning to one of his most famous projects, Devil May Cry.
Sega has officially confirmed that a new instalment of the legendary Virtua Fighter series is in development at Ryu Ga Gotoku, the studio known for the Like a Dragon franchise. Last year, several short teasers were presented, giving fans hope for the long-awaited return of the fighting hit.
The story, which became a real test for the Google Pixel 8 smartphone, showed what this model is capable of. The phone's owner, a Polish citizen, accidentally dropped his Pixel 8 into a hot bathtub while celebrating May Day at Airbnb.
Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy S25 FE at the end of 2025. Initially, the company planned to equip the device with the Exynos 2400e chip, but due to production difficulties, this may change.
Sony is preparing to unveil the Xperia 1 VII on 15 May, and before that our colleagues at Android Headlines have received a huge leak that gives us a detailed look at the phone.
The new Casio G-Shock x Undefeated DWE5600UD-1 is now available in the USA. The model, created in collaboration with the popular Undefeated brand, features a stylish design that combines the durability of the G-Shock with the aesthetics of Undefeated.
The Japanese company Suneast has released an ultra-compact USB-C flash drive, the Nano, which is almost invisible in use. It is so small that it can remain permanently connected to a smartphone, tablet or laptop.
According to Appfigures, in 2024 alone, Apple received $10.1 billion in commissions from the US segment of the App Store. This explains why the company continues to persist in blocking third-party payment systems and app stores, even despite court decisions.
GMV from Spain is working with the European Space Agency on a new navigation system for the Moon. The project is called LUPIN and is designed to help astronauts, robots and even future colonists better navigate the lunar surface.
Škoda Auto has unveiled the updated sports versions of the Enyaq RS and Enyaq Coupé RS. Both models develop up to 250 kW (340 hp) and accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds.
Japanese automaker Mazda Motor Corporation has announced an agreement with US electric car maker Tesla to use the North American Charging Standard (NACS) for its electric models in Japan.
The cyberdragon turned out to be redundant
The new product connects to PCs, mobile devices and even Steam Deck
The company is developing special chips specifically for these gadgets
On May 15, The First Berserker: Khazan will receive a major update that will add two new Boss Rush modes: Great General's Crucible and Berserker's Bloodshed. They are unlocked after completing the main game.
Sandfall Interactive has announced that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has sold over 2 million copies. After that, Larian Studios' Director of Publications Michael Douse congratulated the developers on Twitter and expressed the opinion that the game, with proper support through word of mouth, has every chance of realising its potential. He noted that he personally supports the developers and considers their achievement impressive. According to Daus, the project may well reach at least 6 million copies sold, and possibly even 8-10 million.
The developers claim that they have managed to significantly improve the technical state and gameplay mechanics of the shooter
The mouse is great for use when travelling
In its financial report for the past fiscal year, Bandai Namco reported an impressive 995% year-on-year increase in profits. The main drivers were Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO.
Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled a new collaboration for Overwatch 2 - this time with Capcom's legendary Street Fighter 6 series. In the new animated trailer, Overwatch heroes appear as classic Street Fighter characters ahead of the event on 20 May.
Musk, you'd better save Tesla!
The watch is expected to be announced soon
Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Age of Wonders, Victoria, Hearts of Iron, Europa Universalis and Stellaris are available at discounts of up to 90% off
Capcom has unveiled a new trailer for the remastered Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, which is coming out on 23 May on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. The game will also be available on next-gen consoles via backwards compatibility.
The game is out as early as next week
The Polish Ministry of Defence and the Polish defence company Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW) have signed an agreement for the production of 1,400 Borsuk tracked infantry fighting vehicles. Of these, 1,014 units will be infantry fighting vehicles, while the rest will be produced in specialised versions for various operational tasks.
Activision and Iron Galaxy have presented a new video for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, in which they confirmed that the legendary skater Bam Margera will become one of the game's characters. The video description states that Margera will be a Secret Skater, meaning that players will have to complete certain tasks to unlock him.
The European Union has announced a decision to allocate almost €1.9 billion in military support for Ukraine. This was announced by the Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal.
Ukrainian company Nordex presented the Seawolf multi-purpose maritime surface drone at DEFEA 2025 in Athens.
The German Air Force has announced the need for a new generation of anti-aircraft missiles for the IRIS-T system. This refers to the advanced IRIS-T SLX missiles that are currently under development.
At the parade dedicated to the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, Kazakhstan demonstrated a new modernisation of the T-72A tank, but the upgrade raised doubts among military experts.
In its latest financial report, Nintendo confirmed that despite the active preparations for the launch of Switch 2, support for the original Switch console will continue. The company noted that it will continue to release games for more than 100 million players worldwide.
Science fiction has become a reality
THQ Nordic is now planning to release the game in the summer
There is a 75% discount on the game until the 19th of May
Official information about the first computer on the new platform will be available on 19 May
A great alternative to headphones!
It will premiere during the Christmas holiday season
The novelty is already available for pre-order on some Chinese sites
Less than a month before the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, Hogwarts Legacy is preparing to become one of its launch titles. Ahead of the release, Sega, the game's distributor in Japan, has shared technical details of the updated version.
The headphones are likely to be unveiled on 15 May
We wrote that Bungie announced a stream on 9 May, where it would reveal plans for the upcoming extraction of the shooter Marathon. However, the broadcast was postponed shortly afterwards.
The first two chapters of Deltarune are already available for free on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam and itch.io. The new edition, which will be released in the summer, will combine the first four chapters in one package for $25. It will include free updates with chapters 5, 6, and 7, which Toby Fox plans to release at a later date.
After a long wait, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has officially gone gold, meaning that the development of the main version of the game is complete and Kojima Productions has submitted the master copy for production. The release exclusively for PlayStation 5 will take place on 26 June 2025, and owners of the Digital Deluxe Edition will be able to start playing the game on 24 June.
We wrote that 2K Games and Hangar 13 presented the first gameplay trailer of the crime action game Mafia: The Old Country. And there is good news for Ukrainian fans.
In the new gameplay trailer for Mafia: The Old Country, the developers demonstrate dynamic horse and car chases, as well as intense shootouts. At the same time, the team emphasises a more serious tone - battles should feel like a real matter of life and death, requiring a tactical approach from the player
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach promises to be much bigger than its predecessor. According to journalists who have already played for about 30 hours, this is only 40% of the total story, which suggests that the main campaign can take up to 75 hours to complete.
Fans of retro platformers should get ready for a wave of nostalgia - Gex Trilogy, a collection of classic games about the sarcastic gecko, will be released on 16 June on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch and PC. The collection includes the original 2D game Gex (1995), as well as its 3D sequels Gex: Enter the Gecko (1998) and Gex 3: Deep Cover Gecko (1999).
In 2025, the Strong National Museum of Play's Video Game Hall of Fame was inducted with four iconic games that changed the way we think about genres, gameplay, and even the culture of gaming. This year's inductees are Quake, GoldenEye 007, Tamagotchi, and Defender.
Rockstar Games unexpectedly released the second trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, which instantly captivated fans and garnered hundreds of millions of views. The video reveals new plot details, introduces the main characters, and players have already found hints of large-scale plans for the game world.
In Europe and Asia, Xbox has long since lost its significance, while in the US, the competition between Sony and Microsoft remains fierce. However, new data shows that PlayStation is gradually strengthening its advantage in Microsoft's home market, increasing the gap in the number of active players to 10 million.
Pocketpair has officially confirmed that some of the updates to Palworld were made as a result of legal disputes with Nintendo related to alleged patent infringement. According to IGN, the studio released a statement saying that patch 0.3.11, released in November 2024, which changed the mechanics of calling Pals - they now accompany the player statically - was a direct result of these lawsuits.
The new trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6 has become a real phenomenon: it was viewed 475 million times on various platforms in the first day. This is five times more than the first GTA 6 trailer, which had 93 million views. It also made one song popular.
The UK Air Ministry has officially issued a military type certificate (MTC) to the Royal Air Force's Protector RG Mk1 unmanned aerial vehicle, also known as the MQ-9B.
The new import tariffs imposed by the Donald Trump administration in 2025 could lead to a significant increase in the price of game consoles and other electronics, which would hit gamers and the entire industry hard. According to analysts, the cost of consoles could rise by almost 70%, and overall consumer spending in the US could fall by $69 billion.
US Army infantry officer Captain Braden Trent has criticised the new XM7 assault rifle. The weapon was selected along with the XM250 light machine gun as the Army's Next Generation Service Weapon (NGSW) to replace the M4 automatic rifle.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 set new records for the number of players on launch day and increased Xbox Game Pass subscriptions, but long-term engagement in the game is declining. Despite a good start and sales growth on PlayStation and Steam, it is becoming increasingly difficult to retain players.
11 bit studios has announced a major update for Frostpunk 2, which is already available on PC. One of the main novelties is a new map for the Utopia Builder mode - The Pit, which allows players to build a city around the place where the generator was once supposed to be built.
Since the end of 2023, Romania has been trying to select a replacement for the outdated MIM-23 Hawk anti-aircraft missile systems, but the announced tender risks ending in failure. The fact is that there is only one participant left in the competition with a proposal that does not meet the requirements.
The Russian holding company Vysokopotrechnye Komplexy handed over another batch of BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles with Nakida kits to the Russian Armed Forces.
On 7 May, a Pakistani Chengdu J-10C fighter jet shot down at least two Indian military aircraft during an air battle.
Konami has recently released an updated version of its corporate profile, in which key statistics have been revised. As noted by ResetEra user MauroNL, the new profile includes the addition of the Silent Hill series to the list of the company's most iconic franchises. In addition, the profile reveals that since the last update, the Metal Gear franchise has added another 500 thousand copies sold, bringing the total to 62.9 million since the first game was released in July 1987.
Six years after the release of Outer Wilds, a space adventure game that won the hearts of critics and players alike, Mobius Digital quietly announced that they were working on a new project. They did this in the notes to the latest Outer Wilds patch, which came as a surprise to the entire gaming community.
After almost a two-month break, Arrowhead Game Studios has announced a new Warbond for Helldivers 2 called Masters of Ceremony. It will be available on 15 May at 10:00 EEC and will bring players a range of festive but combat-oriented equipment.
The Jesko Absolut hypercar has recently collected two achievements, this time in the quarter-mile (402 metres) and half-mile (804 metres) acceleration disciplines.
After the release of the VR-exclusive Alien: Rogue Incursion in 2024, Survios announced an updated version of the game without the need for a VR headset. Alien: Rogue Incursion Evolved Edition will open the door to a wider audience of gamers and will be released on 30 September 2025 on PC (Steam) and PlayStation 5.
Directed by Christoph Hahn, the creator of the controversial 2006 film, Return to Silent Hill promises to be as close as possible to the plot of the legendary Silent Hill 2 game. The US distribution rights were acquired by Cineverse.
During the latest report to investors, Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson said that the company has no plans to raise prices for its games.
Even if you buy a physical copy of DOOM: The Dark Ages for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S, you won't be able to play the game without the internet. The boxes already have warnings about the need for an online connection, and some buyers report that the disc contains only a small part of the game - the rest will have to be downloaded separately.
Fans of the post-apocalyptic series Fallout have received good news - the filming of the second season is officially over. This was announced by the show's stars Ella Purnell (Lucy McLane) and Walton Goggins (Ghoul), who shared their joy on social media. However, we will have to wait for the exact date of the premiere: the release is expected no earlier than spring or summer 2026.
YouTube blogger Smith Off-Grid shared a fascinating story: he picked up a broken gyroscooter for free from Facebook Marketplace and decided not to send it to a landfill, but to make something useful out of it.
Yesterday, Hangar 13 released the first trailer with the gameplay of Mafia: The Old Country, announcing the opening of pre-order with exclusive bonuses. The game, which is a prequel to the legendary series, is scheduled for release on 8 August.
Despite the staggering €155,000 price tag, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E is selling like hotcakes: in the first week after the launch, the company collected 850 applications - almost half of the limited edition of 1,980 units.
French President Emmanuel Macron has received a new executive car - the DS N°8 Présidentiel. Stellantis claims it is the world's first 100 per cent electric executive car for a head of state.
Tesla has finally scrapped the idea of producing the Range Extender - a $16,000 extra battery pack for the Cybertruck - and has started refunding pre-order customers.
OpenAI has announced the launch of beta testing of ChatGPT's integration with GitHub, which will allow developers to interact directly with code repositories via ChatGPT Deep Research.
Google I/O 2025 will take place on 20 May, but before the main conference, Android Show: I/O Edition. It is a separate event dedicated to the Android ecosystem that will showcase upcoming updates of the operating system.
Samsung is adding a new feature to its smartwatches. Now Bar will be part of the One UI 8 Watch update, which is scheduled for release in the near future.
Vivo is planning to launch the next generation of its foldable smartphones on the global market this year, and as previous leaks have revealed, one of the models could be available worldwide.
Apple is working on new chips for powerful Macs and servers for artificial intelligence, Bloomberg reports. The company's chip development team is actively working on processors for future Mac models, as well as for Apple Intelligence services.
Anker's Nebula X1 projector is now available in Europe following its launch in the US.
Samsung is preparing to unveil its first smartphone with a three-sided folding Galaxy Tri-Fold, and one of the recent leaks from @PandaFlashPro reveals an interesting detail. It seems that the new product will have a battery based on silicon-carbon technology.
Garmin has released a new beta version for its Fenix 8 and Tactix 8 smartwatches. The update, dubbed Voice Command Files v1.12, became available after the launch of beta version 15.26 in April 2025.
Samsung will officially unveil the much-rumoured Galaxy S25 Edge ultra-thin smartphone on 13 May. Our colleagues at Android Headlines have managed to get exclusive images of the Galaxy S25 Edge and its accessories.
Xiaomi's new 15T series is expected to hit the global market later this year as the brand's sub-flagship lineup. According to a recent leak from Kartikey Singh, the new smartphones may feature the most powerful speakers among all competitors.
Apple is actively working on the first foldable iPhone, and its screen will be manufactured by Samsung Display. However, according to new rumours, this screen will have a feature that is not available in the Galaxy Fold series.
Vivo has announced the upcoming launch of its new S30 series of smartphones in China. The lineup will include two models: the standard S30 and the compact S30 Pro Mini.
The Japanese company Audio-Technica in collaboration with the clothing brand Wind and Sea has presented a limited edition portable vinyl player Sound Burger x Wind and Sea (AT-SB727 WS).
Microsoft has introduced two new colours for its Surface Arc Mouse wireless mouse. The new Violet and Ocean colour options are a perfect match for the company's new devices: Surface Pro 11 and Surface Laptop, which were recently announced.
Amazon has unveiled Vulcan, its first robot with a sense of touch. It is already being tested in warehouses in the US and Germany. It is the company's first robot capable of "feeling" the objects it works with.
The most popular game remains Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
At minimums, 16GB of RAM is required
Recently, Hangar 13 studio has published the first trailer with the gameplay of Mafia: The Old Country with an official release date of 8th August, and also told about the different editions of the game.
Mark Darrah, a former developer at BioWare, has posted a new video in which he shares his thoughts on Electronic Arts' failure to provide adequate support to the Dragon Age development team: Veilguard. In the video, he talks about EA's decisions since 2017, which concerned not only Veilguard but also Mass Effect: Andromeda.
Europa Universalis V release date is still unknown
The DLC will be released as early as next week
The eagle-helmeted antihero is back - the second season of the Peacemaker series officially launches on 21 August 2025 on the Max (formerly HBO Max) streaming platform.
There is a significant discount on the game until the 15th of May
The first computer with the new operating system will be presented on 19 May
The laptops start at $1149
The campaign will run until the evening of 15 May
The game looks great and boasts excellent graphics
Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, has confirmed that in the coming years he plans to get rid of almost all of his wealth, including $200 billion, which will go to charity. He wrote about this in his personal blog, summing up the results of 20 years of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
The information was shared by a former Activision analyst
The film was directed by the director of The Hunger Games
Apple strives to keep up with current trends
We'll find out soon enough - the presentation is expected in the summer of 2025
Russia is updating its "visual camouflage system" in the Far East by installing new dummy S-300/400 air defence systems. This is evidenced by recent Google Earth satellite imagery analysed by an OSINT analyst known as AS-22. The photos show the appearance of additional dummy launchers near several anti-aircraft units.
Bungie, the studio known for its hits Destiny and Halo, is preparing to share news about its ambitious shooter Marathon relaunch with cds;bvb. An official stream will take place on 9 May, where the developers will talk about the game's future development plans.
According to the UKIE report, in 2024, sales of gaming software increased by 0.58% to £5.14 billion, mainly due to the mobile segment, which added 8.1% to reach £1.725 billion. At the same time, sales of physical copies of games fell by 34% (£322 million), while digital sales on consoles grew by 3.5% (£2.446 billion). On PC, digital sales were down 1.8% to £647 million.
Sweden has signed a $120 million contract with Saab for the supply of Torpedo 47 light torpedoes. Deliveries are due to begin in 2026.
Eight years of work, an official Greenlight from Valve, and thousands of fans waiting for it - none of this saved Classic Offensive, a fan remake of the original Counter-Strike on the CS:GO engine. The project was finally cancelled after Valve decided that the mod violated its intellectual property.
Hyundai Rotem has officially registered its next-generation tank design with the South Korean Patent Office. The patent application, filed on 26 August 2024, was accepted on 17 April 2025, and the decision was published on 21 April 2025.
North Korea has launched short-range ballistic missiles, which, according to the South Korean military, may be prepared for export to Russia.
Peugeot has officially extended the Peugeot Care programme - a warranty of 8 years or 160,000 km of mileage - to its entire range of electric cars.
Germany has announced its intention to purchase Israel's Arrow 4 missile defence system, which is currently under development.
Forza Horizon 5 has become a real gift for arcade racing fans - the release on PlayStation 5, which took place on 29 April 2025, brought more than 1.2 million sales in the first week. This demonstrates the huge demand for the game, even considering that it was released on Sony consoles almost four years after its launch on Xbox.
The Polish military has begun installing protective grilles on its rocket and cannon artillery, following Ukraine's experience in fighting kamikaze drones.
The new Nintendo Switch 2, which is scheduled for release on 5 June 2025, has every chance of becoming the fastest-selling console in the company's history. According to its latest financial report, Nintendo expects to sell around 15 million Switch 2 units by the end of March 2026, which is more than the original Switch did in the same period.
Toyota has presented an updated European version of the Corolla Cross. The crossover has the GR Sport version for the first time.
After eight months of waiting, owners of consoles and mobile devices have finally received the long-awaited Stardew Valley update 1.6. Developer Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone admits that the delay was a real challenge for him, and in the future he wants all players to receive new content at the same time - updates will now be announced only when they are ready for all platforms.
The new product is designed to work with AI and large data sets
While fans are preparing for the release of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Hideo Kojima shared some interesting details about the future of the franchise. The legendary developer already has a concept for the third part, but he is not going to develop it personally.
The international release of the smartphone is expected in July
This is unexpected coming from such a company.
Death Stranding 2 takes us to a world where the protagonist Sam Bridges faces a new reality: his job has been replaced by the Automated Porter Assistant System. Against this background, players get even more opportunities for exploration, strategy and interaction with the environment.
Hideo Kojima and Sony are preparing a special gift for their fans: a unique DualSense gamepad will be available on PS5 on 26 June alongside the release of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Pre-orders start on 22 May, and this is a must-have for collectors and fans of the series.
98-year-old British World War II veteran Ken Turner destroyed a Tesla Model 3 electric sedan with a Sherman tank.
Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that the development of Control 2 has moved into full production. The next game in the action universe in 2019 will be a larger game project with RPG elements, and the sequel's budget is about 50 million euros.
After announcing the postponement of GTA 6 to 26 May 2026, Rockstar Games unexpectedly released a second trailer that instantly went viral - the video has already been viewed over 475 million times on various platforms. This is a new record for game trailers and a clear indication of the huge interest in the upcoming blockbuster.
Chinese electric cars are losing ground in Europe, but Chinese carmakers are increasing their market presence. The focus is now on hybrid and conventional petrol models to compensate for the slowdown in EV sales.
More than three years have passed since the announcement of Haunted Chocolatier, a new game by Eric Barone, known as ConcernedApe, the creator of the cult Stardew Valley. Despite the long absence of specifics, the developer confirmed that work on the project is ongoing, but a release is not on the horizon yet.
A year and a half after the high-profile acquisition of Activision Blizzard by Microsoft, the legal battle with the US Federal Trade Commission seems to have come to an end.
With the launch of GameChat, players will be able to enjoy a full-fledged voice and video chat experience right on their Nintendo Switch 2 console, without the need for third-party apps. At the same time, the company has updated its privacy policy: Nintendo can now record users' audio and video chats to ensure security and compliance with community rules.
For the first time in almost a decade, Mitsubishi will launch an electric vehicle for the North American market - the novelty will debut in Canada and the US in the summer of 2026. After i-MiEV sales ceased in 2017, this will be the company's first full-fledged attempt to gain a foothold in the EV segment.
Gears of War: Reloaded, a large-scale remaster of the cult shooter, will be available for the first time not only on Xbox but also on PlayStation 5 on 26 August. But the news from European retailers was even more unexpected: physical copies of the game have been confirmed for PS5 and PC only, while the Xbox version seems to be a digital-only title.
Revenge of the Savage Planet is the sequel to the 2020 gameJourney To The Savage Planet, which looks like corporate revenge wrapped in slime and platforming. The player is thrown back to the planet AR-Y 26, now in the status of a fired office fighter armed with sarcasm, manure and the remains of corporate gadgets. The game is being developed by Raccoon Logic, a team that was assembled from the wreckage of Typhoon Studios after Google swallowed the studio and closed it down. Here, Revenge works on two fronts: a story about revenge against Alta Interglobal Corporation, and the real creative reincarnation of the team that brought back their game and made it even more evil, slippery, and prickly.
After the release of the second trailer for GTA 6, a new wave of discussions erupted in the community: who is really behind the voices of Jason and Lucia? Rockstar traditionally keeps the intrigue alive, but famous actors have already begun to deny the rumours, and fans are coming up with their own theories.
Even the legendary Hideo Kojima admits that the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 forces publishers to carefully plan their launch dates.
delta4x4, in collaboration with the X-raid rally team, has unveiled a massively modified Mini Countryman with obvious references to the Dakar rally cars. The concept combines off-road potential with everyday practicality, going beyond a conventional crossover.
After the release of the second trailer for GTA 6, the wave of excitement hasn't stopped - and not just among fans. Former Rockstar animator Mike York, who worked on GTA 5 and Red Dead Redemption 2, is convinced that the level of graphics and attention to detail in the new game is so amazing that any price will be justified.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 not only won the hearts of gamers, but also became the musical discovery of the year: the game's soundtrack topped two prestigious Billboard charts - Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums.
The Elexio is an all-new electric crossover developed specifically for the Chinese market under the Beijing Hyundai joint venture.
Along with the announcement of "The Edge of Fate" expansion pack for Destiny 2, Bungie presented a large-scale expansion - "Renegades", which is scheduled for release on December 2, and a full-fledged presentation - in September. However, although there is little information, a short teaser trailer has already surprised fans: it shows familiar elements from the universe of the "galaxy far, far away", including a blaster and a lightsaber. It is also interesting that the LucasArts studio is involved in the development.
Samsung continues to roll out One UI 7 update based on Android 15 for its devices. The new software has become available to Galaxy Fold4 and Galaxy Flip4 users in Europe, after the former received it in Korea last month.
Honor has officially announced the date of the presentation of the new 400 series smartphones. It is known that the launch of the Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro models will take place on 22 May 2025.
Google has updated its Gemini app for iOS and added support for a full-fledged interface on the iPad.
Samsung is preparing to launch its new Galaxy Watch 8 smartwatch, and its model has recently appeared on the FCC certification list. This means that the device is already in the home stretch and may appear on the market very soon.
Samsung has officially announced that it will unveil the Galaxy S25 Edge at the Unpacked event on Monday, 12 May at 20:00 EST.
LinkedIn has announced a new job search feature that uses the power of generative artificial intelligence. Users can now find jobs by simply describing their desired job in natural language, without using keywords.
Samsung has ended software support for one of its most popular mid-range smartphones, the Galaxy A52, in a 4G-only version. This comes shortly after the company discontinued support for the Galaxy A52 5G model.
Philips has released a new update for its Secure camera range that brings significant improvements to the self-powered models. The update, version 1.2.32.976150, started rolling out to users in early May and is now likely to be available to all.
Casio will soon expand its G-Shock line with the new GM-B2100SD-1C, an all-metal watch in the style of the first DW-5000C. The watch has appeared in Japanese online stores, confirming its release in June 2025. The expected price is ¥84,700 (approximately $590).
Anker has officially launched sales of its new Soundcore Liberty 5 in-ear headphones. The new product is available on Amazon and other stores for $129.
Gamers can expect unprecedented game quality
La Quimera will likely be one of those games that never leaves early access
teamLFG is already working on its debut service game
The first instalment will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
Polestar, owned by Geely Holding and Volvo Cars, has introduced state-of-health (SOH) battery certificates for used Polestar 2 cars.
Ford Motor has announced a new set of design elements for the Kuga crossover.
Performance of top smartphones will reach a new level
Developers are hoping to speed up the development of the shooter
The transaction amounted to $350 million
The campaign will run until 21 May
During India's Operation Sindhur, a Rafale fighter jet of the Indian Armed Forces was shot down in an air battle over Pakistan.
An F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet crashed into the water during landing on the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea due to a brake system failure.
The Ukrainian military struck a North Korean KN-09 missile launcher located in the Kursk region. A drone from the 4th Regiment of the Special Operations Forces, the Ranger, helped to detect the target and adjust fire.
The device will probably be unveiled at the end of the month
Canada has officially started the procedure to confiscate the Russian An-124 Ruslan transport aircraft of Volga-Dnepr Airlines, which has been in the country since 2022.
Ukraine presented the FP-1 drone, which can travel up to 1600 km and carry a warhead weighing up to 120 kg. It is already being used for strikes on Russian territory.
Bandai Namco may be announcing a release date for the game soon enough
The novelty may be announced at Computex 2025 exhibition
One of the following models may get a larger display
Backbone Pro works over both Bluetooth and wired connections
Chinese company to host computer technology summit
The cult S.T.A.L.K.E.R. trilogy is expanding its presence on consoles: the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series versions have recently been officially rated in Taiwan, hinting at an imminent release and special improvements for modern platforms.
The gadget is expected to be released in 2026
No less interesting news is that a film based on the game is already being prepared, starring Sydney Sweeney and directed by John M. Chu, known for the musical hit Wicked.
Meizu will also unveil an updated Flyme AIOS 2 operating system
Fans of Daredevil: Born Again have received new hope: actor Vincent D'Onofrio, who plays Kingpin, confirmed that the creators already have a plan for the third season of the series. However, the future of the show directly depends on the audience's reaction to the second season, which is currently filming in New York and is expected to be released on Disney+ in March 2025.
Back in 2018, Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser was relieved to admit that he was glad not to release GTA 6 during Donald Trump's presidency - the political climate in the US seemed too polarised and absurd even for the series' sharp satire. Six years later, the release of GTA 6 will coincide with Trump's new term in office, presenting Rockstar with new challenges and dilemmas.
PayPal is launching its own iPhone contactless payment system in Germany, using rights granted by the DMA. The service will expand across the EU.
The console isn't here yet, but the accessories are already on sale
After the high-profile premiere of the second GTA 6 trailer, Rockstar Games has continued to deliver more news: the upcoming blockbuster is now officially available to add to your wishlist on the PlayStation Store. The game will be released on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on 26 May 2026, and new screenshots and details are further fueling the interest of fans.
Blizzard has finally launched the long-awaited Diablo 4 collaboration with the legendary Berserk manga, but instead of excitement, players got a real price shock: the full collection of premium cosmetic sets will cost almost $150, and this is without any discounts or bundles.
After the release of the second GTA 6 trailer and the news about the postponement of the release to May 2026, one of the founders of the series, Mike Daly, publicly praised Rockstar for the courage not to chase instant profit and give the game time to be improved.
Rockstar Games has presented the second trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, and along with it revealed details about the game's large-scale open world. Events will unfold in the familiar but significantly expanded Vice City and five other regions of the state of Leonidas, each with its own unique atmosphere and dangers.
The second trailer of Grand Theft Auto 6 appeared unexpectedly, and with it - a lot of new details about the main characters, setting and plot of the upcoming blockbuster. The studio's official website can hardly keep up with the influx of people who want to learn more about Lucia Caminos and Jason Duvall, who will become the central figures in the new crime drama in the GTA world.
Electronic Arts has officially confirmed that the next Battlefield will be released by the end of March 2026. After the not-so-successful release of Battlefield 2042, the publisher is focusing on close cooperation with the community, as it understands that there were problems with this in the past.
Rockstar Games surprised fans by releasing the second trailer for GTA 6 just a few days after the announcement of the game's postponement to 26 May 2026. Although there is no gameplay in the video, it reveals the storyline and atmosphere of the upcoming hit, and also contains an unexpected hint of the old large-scale information leak of 2022.
CD Projekt Red has relied on a real physical cartridge for Cyberpunk 2077 on Nintendo Switch 2, abandoning the game-key card format popular among other publishers. The developers are convinced that the classic cartridge edition will provide players with the best experience on Nintendo's new portable console.
We wrote that Battlefield 6 has received a release window and is planned to be released by March 2026, and EA itself hints at a profitable launch after the postponement of GTA 6.
Before the war in Ukraine began, the British Army had 89 AS90 self-propelled howitzers out of 179 ordered in the 1990s. The replacement of these artillery systems under the MFP programme was planned no earlier than 2030.
There has never been a train like this in games before - except in Lovecraft's nightmares after a bad dinner. RailGods of Hysterra is a cooperative survival game with RPG elements where your base moves, has tentacles, fights cultists, and asks for meat. Not metaphorically, but literally, so you can't stop. This beauty is developed by Troglobytes Games, published by Digital Vortex Entertainment, and released in Early Access on Steam on 7 May 2025 (yes, it was postponed - but they say it was "for polishing", we all know this euphemism).
The once-ambitious Borderlands Online project, which was supposed to be an MMO shooter for the Chinese market only, is back in the spotlight - almost 10 years after it was closed. Thanks to the efforts of EpicNNG enthusiast, players saw a working build of the game for the first time and were able to assess its potential, which was never realised due to the closure of 2K China in 2015.
At the Defence24 Days exhibition in Warsaw, the Polish company Mista presented the Oncilla-E armoured medical vehicle designed for the rapid and safe evacuation of wounded soldiers.
On the night of 7 May, the Indian military carried out a large-scale attack on a number of targets in Pakistan, the largest escalation since the Third Indo-Pakistan War.
Until recently, the future Yugo car was only hinted at by a dark silhouette teaser and a couple of blurry renders. But now the design has been revealed thanks to a scale model.
Rockstar Games has once again proved that Grand Theft Auto VI is one of the most anticipated games of the decade: the second trailer for GTA 6, which appeared without warning, has garnered over 45 million views in the first 12 hours on the developers' official YouTube channel alone. These figures don't include the additional millions on third-party platforms, as well as hundreds of thousands of likes and comments, which already set a new record for gaming videos.
The Lithuanian Ministry of Defence is interested in Ukrainian Magura maritime drones and is considering launching joint production on a 1+1 basis: one unit for Lithuania and another for Ukraine.
Volvo Cars has announced the new XC70. The new model is claimed to be the company's first extended-range plug-in hybrid.
FromSoftware is preparing a pleasant surprise for Elden Ring fans: along with the release of the Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2025, players will receive additional content - two new classes, new armour sets, weapons, and unique looks for the Torrent Mountain. PS5, PS4, Xbox, and PC owners will also be able to purchase these bonuses as Tarnished Pack DLC.
After a long silence, Bethesda has released a new update for Starfield in the Steam Beta, which, although not impressive in scale, brings important improvements to the game's performance, modding tools, and stability.
Split Fiction, a co-operative action game created by Hazelight, became a huge success within a few months of its release: sales exceeded 4 million copies, and critics and players say that it is one of the best games of 2025 so far. Electronic Arts and the developers themselves spoke about this breakthrough, and they do not hide their delight at the support of their fans.
One of the unique examples of Lamborghini Revuelto, made under the Ad Personam customisation programme, is for sale in the Netherlands. The sports car has received a special paint job directly from the manufacturer.
DICE is preparing for a large-scale expansion of Battlefield Labs, a unique early testing programme for the next Battlefield, which will attract many more players from Europe, North America and later Asia in May. The developers are actively collecting feedback from the community to make the new shooter as balanced and spectacular as possible before the official release.
Electronic Arts has finally revealed its plans for the future of Battlefield: a full announcement of the new part of the cult shooter will take place this summer, and the release is scheduled for the end of March 2026. For the first time in the history of the series, the developers are actively involving players in testing and improving the game through the Battlefield Labs programme, which allows fans to influence the future of the franchise.
Toyota has added some spice to the regular 2025 model year Corolla hatchback for the US market. The company has announced a new FX Edition with original colouring and stylish wheels.
Audi has unveiled PHEV versions of the new A6 sedan and A6 Avant station wagon.
Vivo continues to work on the launch of a new X200 FE smartphone for the Indian market, which will be a variation of the compact screen model.
At the end of April, Nothing presented its new CMF Phone 2 Pro smartphone, and pre-orders started immediately after the announcement. The device is now available for purchase in Europe, after being launched in India.
Samsung has announced a new software update for the Galaxy A56 that adds integration with Google Gemini. This feature allows users to launch the AI assistant with a long press of the side button, which was first introduced in the Galaxy S25 series.
In a new advert, Google doesn't miss a chance to poke fun at the upcoming iPhone 17, using rumours about its design. In the video, the company points out the similarities between the alleged look of the iPhone 17 and the design that has already become characteristic of the Pixel 9 Pro.
Apple has confirmed that with the release of iOS 18.5, which is expected next week, all iPhone 13 models will receive satellite support from mobile operators.
Samsung is likely to skip the "One UI 7 Watch" name for the Wear OS update on its smartwatches. The current Galaxy Watch models are powered by Wear OS, including the "One UI Watch" shell.
Garmin is continuing to make improvements to v15.xx software before releasing a stable version for its flagship Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8 and Tactix 8 watches. While System Software 13.37 was released last week, it did not include any new features or fixes that are currently being tested.
Last week, rumours surfaced that OnePlus was preparing the third model in the Ace 5 series after the already unveiled Ace 5 and Ace 5 Pro. At the time, it was reported that the new model would be equipped with the yet-to-be-announced MediaTek Dimensity 9400e chip, which is a simplified version of the flagship 9400.
Hisense has announced the launch of U8Q Mini LED TVs in Europe, including the Netherlands and Germany. The new product is available in four sizes, from 55 to 85 inches, and supports 4K resolution and up to 165Hz refresh rates.
Google has updated its Gemini 2.5 Pro language model and added new features for developers. This version was planned to be presented at the I/O 2025 conference, but the company decided to release it earlier due to the hype.
Another Xbox console exclusive is now one less thing to worry about
The new product supports the updated Surface Slim Pen stylus and guarantees 16 hours of battery life
Hyundai has announced two small software updates that will make it much easier to drive electric cars around the US.
Crusader Kings III is back in the top 10
Laptops with mobile RTX 5060 will be available at the same time as the desktop version
The add-on will be released on 17 July
The laptop will go on sale on 20 May
Unfortunately, the game's website couldn't handle the influx of visitors, but we've left you with some screenshots
King Arthur: Legion IX is a standalone add-on for the tactical role-playing game King Arthur: Knight's Tale
A well-deserved success of a great game
The NATO Innovation Challenge hackathon to be held on 20 June in Tallinn will focus on developing solutions to counter FPV drones that are resistant to electronic warfare.
The popular indie game Dredge is now available to gamers
Turkey's national programme to develop a fifth-generation KAAN fighter jet has entered a new stage: by 2032, the Turkish TF35000 engine will be developed, which means a gradual move away from the US F110.
The US Congressional Budget Office has released the first independent estimate of the cost of implementing the space-based missile defence system known as Golden Dome, initiated by President Donald Trump.
Gamers are in for a breakthrough!
Russian developers are working on integrating FPV drones into the Katran maritime reconnaissance and strike drone.
The new products are already available for purchase
But the engine won't be out in the next 2-3 years
Nightmare Frontier will be released on Steam early access
With a huge battery, the smartphone does not look like a "brick"
Expected range - 821 kilometres
The novelty was created in cooperation with the US Department of Defence
Three years ago, the indie hit Citizen Sleeper conquered gamers around the world, and now the series is celebrating its birthday with a new gift for fans - Jump Over The Age developers have released a free board game called Spindlejack, which allows you to immerse yourself in a familiar universe in a new format.
Sony is preparing fresh PlayStation 5 bundles that will include the popular game Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Although the last Call of Duty bundle was released in November 2023, new Black Ops 6 bundles will be available soon and will include both the PS5 version with a disc drive and the digital version of the console.
Ark: Survival Ascended, a survival simulator in the world of dinosaurs, was also included in the selection
The celebration of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe in World of Tanks begins with a grand event that will take place from 6 to 13 May. Players will enjoy an exciting new PvE mode, Operation Postman, a historical online broadcast from the Bovington Tank Museum, exclusive Twitch Drops, lucrative discounts, and much more.
TSMC plans to produce 50k chips in 2025
The global tech industry is experiencing a new wave of massive layoffs: in the first four months of 2025 alone, more than 52,000 IT professionals lost their jobs, and the rate of layoffs is outpacing even the crisis year of 2024. Among the companies that are cutting staff are giants like Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Intel, and dozens of video game studios.
Apple's main problem is the market in China, where iPhone sales have plummeted
Iconic designer Takeshi Nishiyama, who was behind Street Fighter and Fatal Fury, has teamed up with The Ring magazine and Dimps studio to create a brand new boxing game. The project promises to combine the expertise of legendary fighting game developers with the more than a century of heritage of the world's most respected boxing publication.
To mark the fourth anniversary of Returnal's release, Housemarque has released a free update optimised for PlayStation 5 Pro. Thanks to it, the shooter has received a significant improvement in resolution and smoother operation, which makes the game even more attractive for owners of Sony's new console.
The former head of PlayStation Shuhei Yoshida has once again expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming indirect sequel to the cult Ghost of Tsushima, Ghost of Yotei. He assured that Sucker Punch has once again created a quality game that will surpass the original.
Microsoft is taking a historic step: the legendary Gears of War series will be expanding beyond the Xbox ecosystem for the first time and will be available to PlayStation 5 owners. Gears of War: Reloaded, a modern remaster of the classic shooter, will launch on 26 August 2025 simultaneously on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $40, ushering in a new era for the franchise and its fans, as we wrote on 5 May, but now there are new interesting details about this version.
Nintendo Switch 2 has become one of the most anticipated consoles of the year, but few people know that work on it began in 2019 - just two years after the release of the original Switch. Court documents in the Nintendo v. Genki case revealed how the company was preparing the next generation of the console step by step, which will go on sale on 5 June for $450.
Gamers all over the world notice that prices for games and consoles are rapidly increasing. Nintendo has already announced that Switch 2 titles will start at $80, Xbox has raised the cost of its games, and even old consoles are getting new price tags. Former PlayStation president Shuhei Yoshida is convinced that this trend was inevitable and explains why.
Guillaume Broche, a former brand manager and narrative leader at Ubisoft, decided to leave his stable job at the industry giant when he felt stuck in a rut. It was this boredom and thirst for creative change that led him to found Sandfall Interactive and create Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - a game that has already become a major hit of the year and exceeded all expectations of critics and players.
Netflix has unveiled the first teaser for the third season of Game of Thrones, which has already caused a wave of emotions, hinting at new deadly games, dramatic twists and turns, and the return of familiar characters.
The recently released role-playing game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has become a real breakthrough for the French studio Sandfall Interactive. CEO Guillaume Brochet revealed why the team consciously chose the path of independent development, refusing to cooperate with large publishers, and how this affected the success of the project.
After launching on PC, Clapperheads' horror game Zoochosis is preparing to conquer the console audience - the game has been officially announced for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Although the exact release date has not yet been revealed, the developers have already presented a new trailer that immediately immerses players in an atmosphere of anxiety and horror in a night zoo.
Renault has unveiled an upgraded 160bhp E-Tech hybrid unit, which is now available for the Captur and Symbioz crossovers.
Gran Turismo has long been a symbol of PlayStation, but few people know that at the start, the cult series could have remained a niche game for hardcore car simulation fans. Former president of PlayStation Studios Shuhei Yoshida shares the story of how his advice changed the fate of the first game - and possibly the entire franchise.
April's PlayStation Store charts brought a real sensation: three of the most popular PS5 games in the US, Canada, and Europe belong to Microsoft. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Minecraft, and Forza Horizon 5 confidently topped the charts, proving that Xbox games feel great even on a competitor's console.
South Korea wants to take a new position in the global arms market, so it has offered Canada a comprehensive programme for the supply of equipment, the main component of which is submarines.
Ubisoft has announced a major update 1.0.4 for Assassin's Creed Shadows, which will be available on 6 May on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Mac.
The American brand Scout Motors, revived by the Volkswagen Group, will produce not only all-electric cars, but also Range Extended Electric Vehicle (REEV) models. The generator will be powered by a Volkswagen petrol engine.
Poland's Ministry of Defence has announced the start of construction of the second Miecznik frigate at the shipyard in Gdynia.
Despite the instant launch on Game Pass and the lack of a traditional marketing campaign, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered became the third best-selling game release of the year in the US in its first week of sales. It was only outsold by Monster Hunter Wilds and Assassin's Creed Shadows, which is a real triumph for a remaster of a nearly 20-year-old classic.
The Greek government has denied media reports that it plans to transfer a US Patriot anti-aircraft missile system to Ukraine.
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida openly admires Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and calls on the gaming industry to follow the example of this JRPG. According to him, the game perfectly combines the ambitions of an AAA project, an AA budget and an independent vision, proving that even a small team can create a hit that wins over critics, players and sales charts.
The new development was presented after one of Iran's missiles managed to break through to Ben Gurion Airport, despite the Israeli-American missile defence system.
The legendary Ecco the Dolphin series is preparing a big comeback: franchise creator Ed Annunziata and the original team have announced three projects at once - remasters of two classic titles and a brand new game that will bring the familiar underwater adventure to life for a new generation of gamers.
A drone with artificial intelligence capable of overcoming electronic warfare equipment has appeared at the front, according to Serhiy Flesh, a Ukrainian specialist and consultant in the field of military radio technology.
Volvo Cars' battery division, Novo Energy, announced on Monday it was cutting 50% of its workforce as part of a cost-cutting programme. The decision follows a strategy review following the bankruptcy of Sweden's Northvolt, which was originally a co-owner of the company.
Electric car manufacturer Zeekr, part of the Geely group, has made an original version of its 009 minivan. The car was made especially for Zhao Xintong, the first Chinese and first Asian winner of the World Snooker Championship.
Jeep has officially unveiled the third generation of the Compass model. The model is completely reimagined with a brutal design, a more premium interior and - for the first time - an all-electric version.
Tesla has released a paid upgrade for the Model Y Juniper. Owners of the electric car will be able to purchase the Acceleration Boost package for $2000, which boosts power and reduces acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (0-96 km/h) from the previous 4.6 seconds to 4.2 seconds.
At the beginning of the century, Skype did the impossible - it allowed you to call without money and borders and made telecoms operators nervously adjust their tariffs. But on 5 May 2025, Microsoft finally pressed the exit button. Skype is closing down. The company is switching users to Teams, a universal corporate monster for meetings, chats, and collaboration. How Skype became a symbol of a new world, how it survived many resales, why it was devoured not by competitors but by internal transformations, and what finally made it unprofitable. This is not an obituary for software, but for an entire era of communication.
Such mechanics have never been seen before in the Souls-like genre
Don't miss the important announcements!
It is impossible to buy such video cards
BMW is primarily known for its cars and motorbikes. However, the Bavarian company also offers accessories and even perfumes. The latest offering from this sphere is the Amberness and Bergamood fragrances.
Microsoft is officially shutting down Skype on 5 May 2025. Find out how to save your data and what alternatives are available.
The supplement is entirely devoted to bioengineering
The game will launch in 4K resolution at 60FPS and with updated graphics
VinFast is apparently planning a complete reorganisation of its European business. According to media reports, all showrooms and service centres in Europe are to close by the end of this week.
In addition, Samsung has decided to reduce the number of devices released by 40 per cent
Testing is taking place in four countries
The programme has been running for 22 years!
TheLynx M20 is just another robot dog for transporting goods, but it has one big difference - instead of rubber caps on its limbs, it has... wheels. The developer of the robot, the Chinese company Deep Robotics, decided that such a solution makes sense where conventional equipment cannot cope. The Lynx M20 weighs 33 kg, can carry up to 15 kg of cargo, and can operate for up to 3 hours without recharging (or 2.5 hours with a full load). Its operating time can be extended by hot-swapping batteries.
The most popular weapon was the long sword
Serial production of PrSM missiles could begin by the end of the year
There has been no official confirmation yet
Dataminers showed what the Watch app will look like with Material 3 Expressive
The iPhone 17 Air and other models in the range are expected to be unveiled in September 2025
Despite the release of the high-profile Oblivion Remastered, it was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 unexpectedly became a real spring sensation: the game by French developer Sandfall Interactive not only sold over a million copies in three days, but also received the highest user ratings in Metacritic's history, surpassing even the industry's legendary blockbusters.
Successful launch confirms SpaceX's leadership in satellite internet deployment
We wrote that Codemasters, the studio that gave the world the Colin McRae Rally and DiRT series, announced that it would stop developing future games. And now it has become known about the layoffs within Codemasters.
After Nintendo filed a lawsuit against accessory manufacturer Genki over the demonstration of Switch 2 mock-ups, the company commented on the situation for the first time. Genki assures that it takes the claims seriously, cooperates with lawyers, and has no plans to shut down its operations, remaining true to the idea of innovation for gamers.
The new product is expected to be launched in India as early as June
The crime action game Mafia: The Old Country has officially received an ESRB age rating, which sheds light on the content and themes of the upcoming game. The rating confirms that the project will be full of violence, blood, swearing, and adult themes, reflecting the atmosphere of early 20th century Sicily.
The expected PC version of the popular PS5 sci-fi action game Stellar Blade by Shift Up will be released in the summer of 2025 and, as it became known, will be powered by the proven Unreal Engine 4.26.
On 2 May, pre-orders for Ghost of Yotei were launched, and the game quickly soared to the top of the PlayStation Store charts around the world. The Digital Deluxe Edition is particularly popular - gamers prefer the more expensive version with additional bonuses, despite the $80 price tag.
Fresh images and details about possible innovations in Plants vs Zombies 3 have been posted on Reddit. Judging by the published player poll, PopCap is seriously considering adding a fusion mechanic to the game - combining plants into new, more powerful forms, inspired by a popular fan mod.
The ARC Raiders technical test has become a real hit among fans of extraction shooters: players have already spent over 1.7 million hours in the game, and the unique PvPvE mechanics and intense boss battles are a real delight for the community. However, even the most desperate raiders have faced a real challenge - the main boss The Queen has been defeated only 58 times out of 4 million matches played!
Call of Duty 2025 may significantly change the approach to Battle Pass by making some of the limited time modes (LTMs) paid. Previously, such activities were available to all players, but now you will have to buy a Battle Pass for $20-30 to participate in them.
Bethesda has teamed up with Harley-Davidson to create a unique motorcycle in the style of DOOM: The Dark Ages. This custom Sportster S is a true fan's dream, inspired by the medieval dragons and demons from the new game, which will be released on 15 May.
The Louvre in Paris is ending the era of the unique audio guide based on the Nintendo 3DS, which has helped millions of visitors discover masterpieces of world art for over a decade. From September 2025, this service will cease to operate, and a new system will take its place, the details of which are still being kept secret.
DOOM: The Dark Ages not only returns players to the origins of the legendary series, but also radically changes the combat system. The game will reveal the history of Doomslayer before the events of DOOM (2016), and along with the new setting, it will bring a completely different rhythm of combat, a new Glory Kill system, and a whole arsenal of medieval weapons.
A critical shortage of ammunition threatens Pakistan's defence capability, as the stockpile would last only four days for a broad war that could potentially begin in the coming weeks or months.
The highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 game has been officially postponed to 26 May 2026. The decision to postpone was announced by Rockstar Games, but will it have any advantage for the industry or vice versa?
The Romanian Ministry of Defence has announced its intention to sign a multi-year contract for the supply of 246 infantry fighting vehicles for the Army.
It is interesting that if Rockstar postpones GTA 6 again, Devolver may also shift the date, remaining true to its promise. In any case, the indie publisher has already attracted the attention of both gamers and the media.
The Indian defence industry has successfully tested a stratospheric balloon platform that has reached an altitude of 17 km.
US President Donald Trump unexpectedly announced a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the country. In his statement, he called foreign film productions a "threat to national security" and accused other countries of trying to lure American filmmakers with tax breaks.
The United States will hand over a refurbished Israeli Patriot air defence system to Ukraine, and other allies are considering the possibility of handing over another.
The DeepSeek artificial intelligence platform is actively used by Chinese designers to develop combat aircraft, including deck-mounted fighters and new generation aircraft.
Volkswagen of America is recalling ID.Buzz electric cars because their rear seats are only designed for two people, but are wide enough to accommodate three.
The role-playing game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive continues to win the hearts of players and has set a new online peak on Steam, with over 145 thousand users playing the game at the same time last weekend.
The French JRPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has won the hearts of players and critics alike, ranking first in terms of user ratings on the PlayStation Store among original titles. With an average score of 4.92 based on more than 13 thousand reviews, it outperformed even Omori, which held the lead with a rating of 4.91.
One of the most anticipated games of this year, Judas, a new project by Ken Levine, the creator of BioShock, has suddenly disappeared from the release calendar. Although the game was supposed to be released by March 2025, the developers and publisher Take-Two Interactive have not given any official comment on the delay, and players have only just begun to notice this silence.
Nintendo has officially filed a lawsuit against accessory manufacturer Genki, accusing the company of trademark infringement, unfair competition, and false advertising. The reason for this was Genki's demonstration of Nintendo Switch 2 mock-ups and statements about the compatibility of its accessories with the new console before its official announcement.
The series begins with a flashback to 11 years ago, when Seattle still controlled FEDRA. It is here that Isaac Dixon (Jeffrey Wright), the future leader of the WLF, first appears. His brutal act demonstrates how he switches sides and lays the foundation for the future war between the factions.
Xiaomi has cancelled a software update that limited the full power output of its flagship SU7 Ultra electric sedan. This came amid a wave of negative reactions from the company's customers in China.
Premium car maker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has resumed vehicle deliveries to the US after being suspended due to US President Donald Trump's duties.
BMW Manufacturing passed a historic milestone in April. The seven millionth BMW vehicle was produced at the Spartanburg, South Carolina plant. In honour of this event, the company produced an exceptional vehicle - the BMW Alpina XB7.
Volvo Trucks has announced a major milestone: delivering more than 5,000 battery electric trucks to customers since the launch of its first model in 2019.
Xiaomi, Huawei, Oppo, Vivo and OnePlus gadgets may get the new firmware
The sequel has been bought over 3 million times in three months
Hurry up and get the game before the evening of 5 May
Apple plans to radically change the design of the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max models. According to The Information, these models will receive Face ID located under the display.
New rumours have emerged regarding the Samsung Galaxy S26 series of smartphones. According to reports, the company may once again use its own Exynos processor - this time the Exynos 2600 model.
Samsung is actively working on a new version of One UI, and preliminary tests are already underway on smartphones such as Galaxy Flip 6. According to information, the beta version of One UI 8 may be available as early as June this year.
A few weeks before the official launch of the Honor 400, leaks have emerged that reveal the full list of features and prices of the smartphone.
Hyundai has confirmed that the new Ioniq 9 electric SUV will be available in the US with a starting price of $60,555. The model promises up to 335 miles (539.7 km) of range on a single charge in the base version with rear-wheel drive. However, higher trims may have up to 25 miles less range.
Gamers will be able to create the hobbit of their dreams
Casio has introduced a new model in the G-Shock series, the GBA-950, which is now available in Japan. It is a sports watch that combines classic G-Shock reliability with modern features for an active lifestyle.
The expensive models will hit the market first
MindsEye will be released on the 10th of June
The gadget will be officially unveiled on the 6th of May
Star Wars Grand Collection is heavily discounted at the moment
The first photo of Magura 7 with AIM-9 missile on board has appeared
The laptop will get an updated design with more rounded shapes and new case colours
The events of the game are set in 1930s Brooklyn
An adventure game set in the folklore setting of the American South has managed to attract an impressive audience
The world can even be filled with dinosaurs
The game is out as early as the 15th of May
Garmin has announced the release of beta version 21.11 for its Fenix 7, Epix 2, Enduro 2, Quatix 7 and MARQ Gen 2 smartwatches.
Xiaomi may be preparing to release the third tablet in its Pad 7 line, but its name may not be the Pad 7 Max, as previously expected. A new confirmation from the Bluetooth SIG certification organisation suggests that the device is likely to be called the Xiaomi Pad 7 Ultra.
Renderings of new budget models from Motorola - Moto G 2026 and Moto G Power 2026 - have appeared on the web. The design of these phones resembles previous models.
According to new rumours, Samsung is preparing to release not only the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, but also an updated version of its premium smartwatch - the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
Oppo is preparing to release a new Reno14 series, and the first details have already emerged thanks to Geekbench tests. The smartphone with the model number PKZ110 was tested on a platform with a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 chipset and Mali-G720 MC7 graphics.
Be careful!
One of the games will focus on India, the Mediterranean and the Aztec Empire
The recent hidden teaser came out for a reason
But the competition will be huge!
Gamers will have to work harder or eat less
Another brilliant operation by the Ukrainian military
TikTok accused of transferring user data to China
Eagle-eyed fans have noticed a subtle but rather symbolic change in the official PlayStation Productions splash screen, which has strangely lost one of their favourite characters. Over the past year, Sony has quietly removed Sackboy from LittleBigPlanet from its intro screensaver, sparking a wave of speculation that the iconic franchise could be finally consigned to the shelf of history.
Remedy has not commented on the release dates for the Max Payne I & II Remake trailers
The price of the compilation may be upsetting
Users will now be greeted with a revamped interface when signing up for a new account
Chinese company won't renew Windows licence
The game is in the advanced testing phase
With so many spectacular restomods of classic rally cars - from the Ford Escort Mk1 to the Lancia Delta Integrale - it was only a matter of time before a reimagined Audi Quattro appeared. The German workshop ABT did just that, transforming a legend of the 1980s into a modern sports car.
Elden Ring Nightreign is expected to be released on 30 May
The future is near!
The game will be announced next week
Get your games in before the 15th of May
A new French parliamentary report highlights the need to urgently renew long-haul vehicles, while relying on production independence, despite high cost risks and limited efficiency.
Greek authorities detained a 59-year-old Georgian citizen on suspicion of spying for Russia. The man collected data on the movement of Western military aid to Ukraine.
The Defence Procurement Agency has reported an increase in the volume of serial production of ground vehicles, especially from the private sector, which for the first time has joined defence contracts on a large scale.
Naughty Dog is currently working on two games
Meta will continue to actively develop the popular app
Tools for Humanity, a startup led by Sam Altman, presented the World crypto platform in the United States. It allows for the creation of a World ID, which is supposed to be used for authorisation on various online services: dating platforms, payment systems, forums and other digital spaces where identity confirmation is required.
The most anticipated game won't be released until a year from now
The events of the game will unfold in an Indian fantasy world
Previously, only a browser-based version of NotebookLM was available
The game is expected to be released in 2025
The first Panther Lake processor will be released as early as this year
Siri probably won't get Apple Intelligence until 2026
The social network attracted another 30 million people in the first quarter of 2025
The free-to-play team PvP game Marvel Rivals hasn't even been around for a year yet, and it has already announced a grand esports tournament, Marvel Rivals Ignite, with a staggering $3 million prize pool!
Autumn promises to be rich in releases, and we already know that Ghost of Yotei, which PlayStation fans are so eagerly awaiting, will be released on 2 October. Although the release is still six months away, Sony has already opened pre-orders for the game.
Samsung has officially launched The Premiere 5 in the Korean market, an ultra-short throw projector that can not only project images up to 100 inches diagonally, but also turn surfaces into touchscreens. It falls in between the affordable portable projector The Freestyle and the top home theatre projectors The Premiere 7/9, but has triple laser technology (like The Premiere 9), although it achieves a brightness level of 560 ISO Lumen (Premiere 7/9, respectively, 2500/3450 ISO Lumen).
Denise Gough plays Jennefer of Wengerberg in The Witcher 3, undoubtedly one of the most important and fan-favourite characters in the game. Her proximity to the protagonist, Geralt of Rivia, makes her one of the first and most obvious candidates for a romantic relationship, and her powerful magic and significant influence on the plot are undeniable. However, as it turned out, Gough herself was not even aware of all this.
Epic Games has announced a dramatic change to the Epic Games Store operating model that will take effect in June 2025. From now on, all payments processed through the store will not be subject to any commission until the first million dollars in revenue is reached. Only after this mark will the profit distribution in the ratio of 88% in favour of the developer and 12% for Epic Games come into effect.
Fans of the archer Clint Barton, known as Hawkeye, may be disappointed: actor Jeremy Renner has said that he has refused to take part in the second season of the Marvel series of the same name due to an "insulting offer" from the "cheapskates" at Disney. According to the actor, he was offered half the fee for the same amount of work, which was unacceptable to him.
One of the many reasons why Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has received so many positive reviews since its release is its enchanting music. Composed by Lorien Testar, the game's soundtrack covers a wide range of genres and often touches on the most touching moments of the narrative, emphasising the emotional depth of each scene with perfectly chosen notes. The developers at Sandfall Interactive accidentally stumbled upon Testar's work on SoundCloud before inviting him to collaborate on the game.
Xiaomi has unveiled a new smart water faucet that is sure to create a sensation in the kitchen. The Mijia Water Purifier Pro brings high-tech features to everyday water usage, offering both purified drinking water and regular water from a single device.
The Polish studio Bloober Team, which once went through hard times but managed to find its calling in the horror genre, made a full-fledged statement with the remake of the cult Silent Hill 2. And this project became a real triumph for both the studio and Konami.
The developers from Naughty Dog and Iron Galaxy are not wasting any time and continue to improve the PC version of The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered. The latest update, numbered, is already available for download and brings with it many important fixes related to various aspects of the game. The developers emphasise that most of the changes were made based on feedback from the players themselves.
The success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 exceeded everyone's expectations so much that French President Emmanuel Macron couldn't even pass by the game.
The new Xiaomi SU7 Ultra software version number 1.7.0 caps the maximum powertrain output at 900bhp.
Just a few weeks after the launch of the new Stadium mode, Blizzard has shared a detailed roadmap for its development in Overwatch 2. Players can look forward to new heroes in the limited Stadium roster, fresh maps and modes, as well as interesting statistics on the first weeks of the mode.
In 1983, the 20-year-old came to visit his brother at the office of the company that had just released MS-DOS. The usual family trip ended in an unusual way: he received a job offer personally from Steve Ballmer, the same man who later shouted "Developers! Developers!" on stage. At the same time, he dropped out of Harvard before he graduated. And after 13 years of working at Microsoft, he became a millionaire. But everything changes when he finds out that the shooter Doom is installed on more computers than Windows 95 itself, which he has been working on all these years.
At first, he helped port Doom to Windows, which quickly raised its profile in the gaming world. But in the end, he made a more radical choice - at the age of 34, on his wedding day, our hero founded Valve, the studio that would go on to create DOTA, Steam, Counter-Strike, and a meme called Half-Life 3. You guessed it, the "guy's" name is Gabe Newell, and today he is called the richest man in the gaming industry with a fortune estimated at $9.5 billion as of 2024.
Mattel is entering LEGO territory with a new line of constructors under the Brick Shop brand.
On May 2, the Star Wars galaxy is invading the world of Fortnite! Epic Games has revealed many details of the new season, which promises to be an epic confrontation between the Empire and the Rebels. Players will be able to take the helm of legendary starships, master the abilities of the Force, and unlock many new Star Wars-themed skins. And for Lego Fortnite fans, the adventure will also take them to a galaxy far, far away with their own content based on the iconic saga.
On 30 April, Estonia received six HIMARS launchers to strengthen NATO's eastern flank.
South Korea's Defence Development Agency has successfully demonstrated a photon radar that uses artificial intelligence to detect small airborne targets such as drones.
The US Air Force has begun ground testing the first model of Anduril's YFQ-44A semi-autonomous unmanned combat aircraft, known as the CCA.
One of the newest F-16 Block 70 fighter jets delivered to Bulgaria in early April is currently inoperable due to a technical malfunction discovered after landing. The aircraft is awaiting delivery of the necessary spare parts from the United States.
The US Army has launched a large-scale modernisation programme focused on the massive introduction of drones instead of traditional armoured vehicles. This decision was prompted by lessons learned from Russia's war against Ukraine.
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into nearly 27,000 Kia EV9 electric crossovers from the 2024-2025 model years.
The world of gaming journalism was shaken by the news of the acquisition of Polygon, a well-known media outlet dedicated to video games and pop culture, by Valnet, which also owns The Gamer and Game Rant. Unfortunately, this change in ownership has had sad consequences for many Polygon veterans, with numerous long-time employees announcing their resignations or decisions to leave the site as part of the sale.
The British company SubSea Craft has unveiled a new surface unmanned platform MARS. The drone has already been tested and is capable of conducting reconnaissance and carrying a combat payload, including attack UAVs.
Fans of the long-awaited metroidvania Hollow Knight: Silksong by Team Cherry, which still has no official release date, will finally be able to play it on 18 September. However, to do so, they will have to go to the National Museum of Screen Culture in Australia.
The South Korean company Hanwha Aerospace has presented a new modification of the K9 Thunder self-propelled artillery system - the unmanned version K9A3. The system will be able to operate autonomously or remotely.
Amazon Prime subscribers, get ready to replenish your gaming libraries at no extra cost! Amazon has revealed a fresh batch of free games available this month as part of its Prime Gaming service. Among the gifts are Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga and the daring action game Saints Row: Gat Out of Hell.
It would seem that the release of the charming JRPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 just two days after the unexpected release of Bethesda's Oblivion Remastered could have been fatal to its commercial success. However, the developers from Sandfall Interactive and publisher Kepler Interactive showed amazing resilience and confidence in their project.
In 2027, Mercedes-Benz will begin production in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, for an "American consumer-focused" model.
The late writer is featured as the instructor of a new online course on writing the perfect detective.
Despite its age, the compact Mitsubishi Mirage will get another update for some markets in 2026. One of these markets is the Philippines.
The smartphone from Xiaomi will challenge the OnePlus 13T and the Samsung Galaxy S25
The device is expected to be officially unveiled on 13 May
The first wave of HyperOS 2.2 deployments is expected to run from mid-May to mid-June 2025.
The DLC will be called Brushes With Death
The Mira Pro Color has a diagonal of 25.3″
"The prince is back - and that's just the beginning."
The offer is valid until 8 May
Gaming at $80 is the new reality
Some major companies have already confirmed their participation in PC Gaming Show 2025
The next update will be released at the beginning of May
Toyota has unveiled an updated version of the 2026 model year Camry sedan in the US. The main change is the new Nightshade Edition.
It's likely that Google will reveal the details of the UI changes at The Android Show event
Jeep is just getting ready to unveil the next-generation Compass for the European market, but thanks to leaked images, we already have an early look at the crossover.
Even before the 2024 presidential election, California-based startup Rivian purchased a large shipment of lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries from China's Gotion High-Tech Co.
Your partner will always be aware of your emotions
The first public showing of the alpha version of the shooter Marathon has caused a mixed reaction among those who were lucky enough to get early access. Along with some positive feedback, many players, especially influential content creators, expressed serious concerns about the current state of the game and insisted that it should be delayed.
It looks like the battle for Sergeant Rock, the World War II film planned by DC Studios, is over before it even started. The project, which could have starred Colin Farrell of Penguin fame and was to have been directed by Luca Guadagnino with a script by Justin Kuritzkes, will no longer move forward as part of the upcoming DCU line-up.
In addition to PlayStation, the Duck Detective series is available on PC, Xbox, and Nintendo.
The release on the new platforms will take place simultaneously with the release of a brand new Wicked Wishes update, which will also include all previously released content.
After several months of speculation, Takahisa Taura, director of the cult Astral Chain and designer of the equally famous Nier Automata, has finally confirmed his departure from PlatinumGames. In the latest issue of the Japanese magazine Famitsu, Taura announced the founding of his own company called Eel Game Studio, adding that he could not share any more details at this time.
Although Call of Duty's ambitious but short-lived competitor, the shooter XDefiant, is no longer destined to compete for leadership in the multiplayer FPS market, its executive producer Mark Rubin did not hold back from criticising his main opponent and its management. In response to a fan's sad comment about XDefiant's impending closure, Rubin went through the marketing strategy of Call of Duty and other games.
Although it is not the first time that rumours about Battlefield 6 weapons have been leaked online, the latest data leak will undoubtedly stir the imagination of fans. Thanks to the efforts of inquisitive data miners who literally disassemble every piece of information about the upcoming EA shooter, images showing an impressive list of weapons that players will find in Battlefield 6 have appeared on social media.
The battle for the title of the best streaming platform never ends, and a recent report by StreamsCharts shows that Twitch is starting to lose the battle. According to analysts, in the first quarter of 2025, TikTok Live made a real breakthrough, almost doubling Twitch's market share in terms of hours watched.
Almost seven years have passed since the release of Red Dead Redemption 2, a game that captured the hearts of millions of players around the world. This multi-award-winning masterpiece has become one of Rockstar Games' greatest creations - but it seemed that the company had almost abandoned it to develop Grand Theft Auto VI. Today, Red Dead Redemption 2 remains in almost the same state as at the time of its release. Fans are constantly asking for an update for this generation of consoles that would raise the game's specifications and add the coveted 60 frames per second, but it seems that their prayers remain unanswered. Even Roger Clarke, the actor who lent his voice to Arthur Morgan, understands this need.
According to Variety, Guy Ritchie, known for his signature style of crime comedy, will direct the sequel to Amazon MGM's remake of Road House, due out in 2024. In the sequel, Jake Gyllenhaal will once again play former UFC fighter Elwood Dalton, who has become a club security guard.
Ten years have passed since the hit game Flappy Bird disappeared from digital shelves, but the bird is back! This time the legendary game is back as an Epic Games Store exclusive on Android, developed by a new team called the Flappy Bird Foundation.
The long-running legal battle between Epic Games and Apple may finally be coming to an end, and Fortnite fans on iOS have received a ray of hope. The US judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ordered Apple to lift its restrictions on alternative payment methods, which instantly prompted Epic Games to offer to end the legal battle and bring the popular battle royale back to Apple devices.
At a special State of Play presentation, Gearbox Software finally demonstrated the extended gameplay of the long-awaited Borderlands 4, revealing new plot details about Kairos and the people's uprising against its ruler, the Chronomancer. The developers took the audience through the world's fascinating locations and showed one of the story missions, which promises to be full of familiar madness.
It is a sad time for fans of virtual rallies. Codemasters, the studio that brought the Colin McRae Rally and DiRT series to the world, has announced that it will stop developing future games. This decision puts an end to the more than twenty-year history of creating high-end racing simulators, which began in 1998 with the release of the first Colin McRae Rally.
Microsoft has shared its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, and there is good news for Xbox fans: the company's gaming revenue has grown even as console revenue continues to decline. Overall, Microsoft generated $70.1 billion in revenue for Q3 and net income of $25.8 billion, representing a 13 per cent and 18 per cent year-on-year increase, respectively. This growth was largely driven by the success of the company's cloud and office services, but the gaming division also showed positive dynamics.
The year 2025 has become a landmark date for the gaming industry, as the legendary Naughty Dog studio, which has given the world many cult games, celebrates its 40th anniversary. In honour of this milestone, Dark Horse Direct has announced the release of two collectible puzzles, which are a tribute to the studio's most famous titles. Based on Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception and The Last of Us Part II, these 500- and 1000-piece puzzles are already available for pre-order in the Dark Horse Direct store for $30 each.
A unique version of the new BMW X3 (G45) - with an inline six-cylinder diesel engine and a 48-volt hybrid system (Mild Hybrid) - has arrived in Australia.
The first alarms were raised by players who noticed the disappearance of Evil Dead: The Game from the Epic Games Store and PlayStation Store. At first, it seemed like a mistake or a temporary glitch, but a message on Steam confirmed the worst fears: the game was being deliberately removed from all platforms.
The magical RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 not only won the hearts of critics and players, but also exceeded all commercial expectations. This unexpected success led to the fact that physical copies of the game for PlayStation 5 literally disappeared from store shelves, leaving many fans without the coveted disc.
Thanks to the launch of the configurator on the German Mercedes-Benz website, it has become known what the base version of the new CLA looks like.
Fans of the magical RPG Sea of Stars, get ready for a new portion of adventure. Sabotage Studio has just announced the release date and revealed some details of the upcoming free DLC called Throes of the Watchmaker. The add-on, which will be available to all players, will be available on all platforms on 20 May 2025.
It seems that the era of artificially generated Fortnite mini-game covers is here, and Epic Games has no plans to stop it. The company has officially stated that it will not control the quality and origin of the "AI smear" used to create previews of third-party mini-games in Fortnite, arguing that "it will likely become impossible to control" as AI images become increasingly difficult to distinguish from human-made artwork.
Renault Group-owned brand Alpine is launching a range of electric scooters in partnership with French manufacturer Cibox.
Ford's iconic Fiesta model could get a second life thanks to a collaboration with Volkswagen.
