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PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Painkiller
- PC Gamer's latest issue features exclusive access to Painkiller, a new co-op reimagining of the cult classic FPS.
- The magazine explores Anshar Studios' vision for Painkiller and its significance for the Polish video game industry.
- An in-depth feature debates if a lack of choice in Cyberpunk 2077 affects its RPG experience.
- PC Gamer also previews upcoming games like Anno 117: Pax Romana and reviews titles such as Elden Ring: Nightreign.
- The issue includes a CPU air cooler group test, reviews of various games, and features on different aspects of gaming.
- Readers can find the magazine on shelves, on digital platforms, or through subscription services.
- Issue 411 is now available for purchase.
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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Date, India timings, possible device launches and all other latest leaks
- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event is scheduled for July 9, 2025, with India timings at 7:30 PM IST.
- The event is expected to unveil three foldable phones - Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE, along with Galaxy Watch 8 models.
- Samsung could also tease its XR headset Project Moohan at the event.
- Rumors suggest an 'ultra-thin' foldable device that may be named Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra.
- The upcoming foldable phones are anticipated to have significant feature upgrades, becoming thinner and more portable.
- Galaxy Z Fold 7 may feature a new intelligent camera system and a 200 MP primary camera.
- The event might take place in New York after a three-year hiatus.
- Samsung is yet to officially confirm the event details.
- The brand teased an enhanced user experience in the upcoming foldable devices.
- The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 were launched on July 10 last year.
- Samsung may maintain its early-July launch window for the summer Galaxy Unpacked event.
- Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to enter production late this year with a potential 2026 launch.
- Samsung's first-ever XR headset, Project Moohan, could also make an appearance at the event.
- Rumors hint at features like significant upgrades in the upcoming foldable smartphones.
- Samsung is likely to focus on improved portability in the new foldable devices.
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Klarna launches a US carrier, will expand to the UK and Germany soon
- Klarna, the Buy Now Pay Later app, is launching its mobile phone plan in the US through its app offering a $40 per month plan with unlimited 5G data, talk, text, no activation/cancellation fees, and instant eSIM activation on AT&T's network.
- The plan aims to entice Klarna's 25 million US app users and address the perception that switching phone plans is difficult by providing transparent pricing, flexible contracts, and a smooth set-up experience.
- Klarna plans to expand to the UK and Germany soon and introduce premium plans in the US later this year.
- Klarna will offer unlimited 5G data, talk and text for $40 per month with no additional fees for activation or cancellation.
- The mobile phone plan can be accessed directly through the Klarna app with instant eSIM activation and the ability to keep or get a new phone number.
- Klarna believes it can disrupt the telecom industry by providing plans without hidden fees, flexible contracts, and easy setup.
- The company has 25 million users in the US and hopes many will consider switching to its mobile phone plan.
- Klarna will use AT&T's network for its mobile phone service.
- The US launch is followed by plans to expand to the UK and Germany before entering other markets later this year.
- Klarna plans to introduce premium plans in the US as part of its expansion.
- Klarna's mobile phone service in the US is targeted at offering a smooth customer experience with transparent pricing and user-friendly options.
- Klarna's research highlights that switching phone plans is perceived as difficult by half of Americans.
- Klarna's US mobile phone plan rollout will be followed by expansions to the UK and Germany prior to entering additional markets later in the year.
- The company aims to revolutionize the telecom industry with its transparent pricing, contract flexibility, and streamlined setup process.
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Apple’s foldable iPhone could enter production in late 2025, launch expected in 2026
- Apple's first foldable iPhone is projected to start production by the end of 2025, with an anticipated launch in 2026.
- Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that Foxconn will commence assembly work on the foldable iPhone in late Q3 2025 or early Q4 2025.
- Key components like the hinge are still being finalized.
- Samsung Display is expected to supply 7-8 million foldable panels annually for the device, with production likely limited in the initial months of 2026.
- Rumors hint at Apple planning to manufacture 15-20 million units, covering the anticipated demand over a 2-3 year period.
- The foldable iPhone's specifications may include a 7.8-inch internal display, a 5.5-inch external display, and thin design when folded or unfolded.
- Expected features comprise dual rear cameras, front-facing cameras for folded and unfolded modes, and AI capabilities for enhanced multitasking.
- Speculated prices suggest the foldable iPhone could cost over Rs 1,74,000 in India and above $2,000 in the US.
- Official confirmation from Apple regarding details is still pending.
- The device is expected to cater to a high price bracket and offer premium features.
- The long-anticipated foldable iPhone aims to compete with established offerings from Android brands like Samsung, OnePlus, and Motorola.
- Apple's delayed entry into the foldable market indicates they are taking time to ensure a refined product.
- Speculations indicate a gradual shipment of units over 2027 and 2028, considering the anticipated demand over multiple years.
- The technological advancements and premium pricing strategy suggest Apple is targeting a niche segment with the foldable iPhone.
- The device is rumored to incorporate advanced functionalities to deliver a seamless user experience.
- Anticipated production challenges might result in limited panel shipments during the initial phase in 2026.
- Apple's foray into the foldable smartphone market underscores the company's commitment to innovation and catering to evolving consumer preferences.
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Tuning into Wellness: How Optum Zoom Happy Beats amplified well-being for over 10,000 students
- The Optum Zoom Happy Beats campaign brought music and mindfulness to college campuses in India in a first-of-its-kind wellness initiative.
- Organized by Optum India and Zoom with Radio Mirchi, the campaign featured a custom truck, live music performances, and wellness activities in four major cities.
- The campaign's highlight was a custom-designed truck that served as a performance stage and interactive zone across eight colleges in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Delhi.
- Famous bands like Swastik, Kanya, and Aatma performed at colleges, offering students moments to breathe, groove, reflect, and reconnect.
- The campaign aimed to address health and emotional fatigue among students through music and engaging experiences, well-attuned to the audience.
- Chill Zones facilitated interactions and conversations around stress relief and self-awareness through games and activities.
- Radio Mirchi hosts brought the Chill Zones to life with live shoutouts, interactions, and wellness-themed activities.
- The initiative, according to Uma Ratnam Krishnan, aimed to blend music and wellness to connect with young minds, offering an immersive wellness and entertainment experience.
- Faculty members also contributed perspectives on emotional wellness and the role of music in overall wellbeing, fostering a safe space for reflection and joy.
- With over 10,000 students engaged and 20 million+ digital impressions, Happy Beats made a lasting impact by combining rhythm, resilience, and purpose.
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Seeing same post again and again on Meta Threads? You’re not alone, it’s a glitch
- A glitch in Meta Threads is causing repeated posts in users' news feeds.
- The bug affects both the desktop and mobile versions, displaying identical content multiple times.
- The issue gained attention when a viral screenshot showed accounts posting the same message.
- Users found feeds overflowing with identical posts, leading to confusion and amusement.
- App researcher Jane Manchun Wong highlighted the problem, prompting acknowledgment from Meta Communications.
- Meta committed to fixing the glitch promptly to address the unexpected behavior.
- While some users found the situation amusing, Meta has not disclosed the exact cause of the bug.
- The company assured that a bug fix is underway and will be implemented in the next update.
- The bug is speculated to be linked to a recent Meta AI controversy involving inadvertent sharing of private conversations.
- Privacy and transparency concerns arose as a result of sensitive content being shared on the public Discover feed.
- Meta maintained that sharing on the feed is manual despite user concerns about unintentional sharing.
- The glitch in Meta Threads has sparked jokes and confusion on social media alongside the broader AI-related controversy.
- Amid the uproar, Meta appears dedicated to resolving these issues and maintaining user trust.
- The bug fix for the repeated posts issue in Threads is expected to be included in the upcoming application update.
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Google tests back-and-forth AI voice chats in Search, check details here
- Google has introduced a new experimental feature called Search Live, allowing users to have back-and-forth voice conversations with Search through the Google app on Android and iOS.
- Users can ask questions verbally and receive AI-generated voice responses along with helpful links displayed on the screen, which can be useful while multitasking.
- To use Search Live, users need to tap the 'Live' icon in the Google app, ask a question, and subsequently follow up with more queries naturally.
- The feature also allows users to view a text transcript of the conversation and revisit previous chats in the AI Mode history section.
- Google's custom Gemini AI model powers Search Live, ensuring reliable and helpful responses regardless of how the question is asked.
- Search Live uses Google's 'query fan-out technique' to present a broader selection of useful web content to users during conversations.
- Currently being tested in the U.S. with users enrolled in the AI Mode experiment in Labs, Search Live plans to introduce more features like leveraging the phone's camera for real-time visual search.
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A Retro Castlevania-style Adventure Awaits in Chronicles of the Wolf on PC & Console
- Chronicles of the Wolf is a retro Castlevania-style game available on Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and PC, developed by PixelHeart, PQube, and Migami Games.
- Players take on the role of Mateo Lombardo, the last apprentice of the Rose Cross Order, on a mission to hunt down the destructive Beast of Gévaudan.
- The game offers bombastic action, shooter platformer gameplay with challenging bosses and over 150 different enemies.
- Players can expect 10 to 12 hours of gameplay, vast castles filled with secrets, and various abilities and upgrades to unlock.
- The musical score is composed by Óscar Araujo, known for his work on Castlevania: Lords of Shadow.
- Chronicles of the Wolf features illustrated narration with the voice of Robert Belgrade and a dark storyline centered around the legendary Beast.
- The game is described as a dark and thrilling platforming adventure blending fast-paced combat, challenging exploration, and deep storytelling.
- Players can purchase Chronicles of the Wolf on Xbox Store for £16.99.
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A complete guide to earning gold in World of Warcraft using the fishing system in The War Within update
- Fishing in World of Warcraft is a profession accessible to all players, requiring only a fishing rod and a water source, with underrated gold-earning potential through selling rare fish for 500-3000 gold coins.
- Players can start fishing by acquiring a fishing rod and bait, enhancing the skill level up to 100 for efficient progress, aided by add-ons like Fishing Buddy for automation and statistics.
- Profession development spans various WoW updates, each offering unique fishing locations and valuable fish to catch, gradually increasing potential gold earnings up to 25k with strategic gameplay and market awareness.
- Combining fishing with other professions like cooking and alchemy can further boost gold income by crafting and selling dishes, potions, and valuable reagents on the auction house.
- Events like fishing tournaments and utilizing the latest The War Within update in WoW introduce new fish species, rare baits, and high-level dishes to enhance the gold-earning potential through fishing.
- Tips for efficient fishing include targeting crowded fishing spots, using world quests, selling prepared dishes, leveraging anonymous fish trading, monitoring auction trends, and utilizing safe casting macros.
- The comprehensive guide emphasizes maximizing fishing skills, acquiring top-tier fishing gear, staying updated with patch changes, and utilizing in-game events or platforms like Playhub to trade WoW gold for enhancing gameplay.
- Overall, mastering fishing in WoW can lead to a stable increase in gold earnings based on effort and strategy, enabling players to invest in improved gear and enhancing their overall gaming experience.
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Google Chrome users alert! Govt issues high-risk warning over critical security flaws: How to stay safe
- The Indian government has issued a high-risk warning for millions of Google Chrome users due to critical security flaws affecting older versions of Chrome on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- These vulnerabilities can allow hackers to remotely take control of users' systems, impacting desktop versions released before 137.0.7151.119/.120 on Windows and macOS, and before 137.0.7151.119 on Linux.
- The flaws stem from technical bugs in Chrome's internal code, specifically a memory management error in the Profiler module and an integer overflow in the V8 JavaScript engine.
- Attackers could execute harmful code, crash the browser, or access sensitive information by tricking users into visiting compromised websites without visible alerts.
- Anyone using outdated Chrome versions on desktops or laptops across Windows, macOS, and Linux should be concerned, with businesses urged to act promptly to prevent potential security breaches.
- To stay safe, users are advised to update Chrome to the latest stable release, Version 137.0.7151.119/.120 for Windows and Mac, and Version 137.0.7151.119 for Linux.
- To update, users can open Chrome, access the three-dot menu, choose Help, and then select About Google Chrome to initiate the download and installation of the update.
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Exact date and time for Samsung's next Unpacked event leak
- Samsung's next Unpacked event is scheduled for July 9 at 10 AM EDT, according to renowned leaker Evan Blass.
- This event will be held at 7 AM in LA, 3 PM in London, 4 PM in Paris and Berlin, 7:30 PM in India, and 11 PM in Korea.
- The choice of time zone in the leak hints at a possible location in New York City.
- The event was initially rumored to take place in early July, then mid-July, before the final date confirmation.
- Last year's Samsung summer event was on July 10.
- Products expected to be unveiled at the July Unpacked include the Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy Watch8, Watch8 Classic, and Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025).
- There might also be a reveal of the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE at the event.
- Additionally, there could be a preview of Samsung's first XR headset, rumored for a full debut in late September.
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Facebook is finally adding passkey support to fight phishing and password leaks
- Meta introduces passkey feature for Facebook to enhance security against phishing and password leaks.
- Passkeys aim to improve user security by offering a safer login option using fingerprints, face recognition, or a PIN.
- The passkey feature will be available for iOS and Android devices, with plans to extend it to Messenger in the future.
- Passkeys are more secure than traditional passwords and SMS codes, making them resistant to phishing and password theft.
- Meta ensures that the personal identification for the passkey remains on the user's device and is not stored by the company.
- Passkeys can also autofill payment information and will be used for Messenger and encrypted message backup protection.
- Setting up a passkey is easy through the Accounts Center in Facebook's Settings menu or during the login process.
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Microsoft eyes more job cuts as it shifts focus to AI and data centers
- Microsoft is preparing to cut thousands of jobs, primarily affecting sales teams, as it shifts focus to AI and data centers.
- The job cuts are expected to be announced in early July after the fiscal year ends, with a possible impact on various departments.
- Around 6,000 employees were laid off by Microsoft in May, mostly from product and engineering teams.
- In April, Microsoft planned to rely more on outside companies for software sales to small and medium-sized customers.
- The company regularly reviews its organizational structure to invest in growth and is looking to save money while investing in AI.
- Microsoft had 228,000 employees by the end of June 2024, with 45,000 in sales and marketing roles.
- Global tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon are restructuring their workforces to control costs and enhance AI integration.
- Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced plans to reduce the workforce in line with integrating AI for efficiency.
- Microsoft's strategy reflects the broader trend of tech firms reshaping their workforce and accelerating AI adoption.
- Both Microsoft and Amazon are emphasizing AI investments while making organizational changes to drive growth and efficiency.
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Elden Ring Nightreign's first enhanced boss just dropped out of nowhere, and there's an extremely useful new NPC too
- The first enhanced boss in Elden Ring Nightreign has been discovered by players, offering new rewards and challenges.
- Defeating the 'Everdark Sovereign' version of Gaping Maw rewards players with a new currency called Sovereign Sigils.
- Streamer Oroboro managed to defeat this lightning dragon boss alone, showcasing its challenging mechanics.
- Players can spend Sovereign Sigils at a new NPC in the Roundtable Hold for powerful relics, character skins, and event control.
- The NPC also offers the ability to access Shifting Earth events directly and acquire alternative relic rewards.
- Moreover, players can pay to illuminate the Roundtable Hold's expedition room and access additional features.
- FromSoftware has not officially announced this update, leaving players eagerly awaiting news about the other new bosses.
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Pikmin 3 Deluxe's New Update Fixes Minor Issue When Playing On Switch 2
- Nintendo released a new update, Version 1.1.3, for Pikmin 3 Deluxe to address an issue on the Switch 2 where the screen would flicker during gameplay.
- The update fixes the problem of the entire screen briefly turning off and on in various game scenes on the Switch 2.
- Adjustments have been made to enhance gameplay specifically on the Switch 2.
- The issue remains unresolved in the Pikmin 3 Deluxe Demo but will be addressed in a future full game update.
- This update is the only one Pikmin 3 Deluxe has received for the Switch 2 so far.
- Updates for Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Mario Kart World on the Switch 2 were also mentioned.
- Players are encouraged to provide feedback on the new Pikmin 3 Deluxe update for the Switch 2.
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