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Disney and ITV partner up to show each other’s shows on their streaming services
- Disney and ITV have partnered to show each other's shows on their streaming services to reach new audiences.
- ITV viewers will have access to Disney+ shows like Only Murders in the Building and Andor, while Disney will offer ITV dramas like Mr Bates vs The Post Office and Love Island to its subscribers.
- The aim is to attract different demographics, with Disney's adult-focused content appealing to ITV's older audience, and ITV's shows engaging younger streaming audiences.
- Both companies will offer a taste of each other's content on their platforms, with Disney content on ITVX in the UK and ITV offerings available on Disney+, starting from July 16.
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Google's Gemini app can now generate videos from static images
- Google's Gemini app now offers image-to-video generation through the Veo 3 model.
- Users can access this feature by clicking 'tools' in the prompt bar and selecting 'video'; currently limited to 8-second clips at 720p.
- Veo 3 can generate synced audio with the video, making it unique among AI models.
- The feature is available in Google's Flow app and rolling out in Gemini; subscription to Google AI Pro or AI Ultra required.
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This Prime Day Eufy robot vacuum deal is still in stock and saves you 50 percent
- The Eufy 11S Max robot vacuum is available for $140 on Amazon Prime Day, a 50% discount from its regular price.
- This model is praised for its thin profile, allowing it to clean under furniture efficiently and operate quietly.
- The vacuum runs for approximately 100 minutes per charge, adjusts suction power for different floor types, and features obstacle avoidance technology.
- However, it does not have WiFi connectivity or an app for scheduling, and lacks mopping capabilities as well as a debris canister.
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Escape from Tarkov’s hardcore wipe stuns players with gutted quests, forced transit, and stingy balancing
- The recent patch in the multiplayer extraction shooter Escape from Tarkov, known as the 'hardcore wipe', has left players stunned with severe changes including gutted quests, limited map access through transit points, locked trader levels, and increased repair and insurance costs.
- Players have expressed discontent on Reddit with confusion over transit travel, feedback threads, and overall negative posts accusing the update of being a publicity stunt or an intentional move to harm the game.
- Battlestate studio head acknowledged the lack of detailed information provided and promised balance changes, gradual quest reintroduction, and ongoing feedback collection to address player concerns.
- The hardcore wipe update in Escape from Tarkov seems to be excessively challenging for many players, sparking backlash and dissatisfaction among the community.
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Free Play Days – MLB The Show 25, Polterguys: Possession Party, RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Complete Edition and Blasphemous
- Xbox is offering Free Play Days for RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Complete Edition, MLB The Show 25, Polterguys: Possession Party, and Blasphemous.
- RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Complete Edition is available to play from July 10 to July 13 for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Standard, and Core members.
- MLB The Show 25 and Polterguys: Possession Party are free for all Xbox members during Free Play Days with no membership requirement.
- Players can try Blasphemous during Free Play Days with a 2-hour timed trial, and discounts are available on purchasing the games.
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Prime Day deal: The Google TV Streamer 4K drops to $84
- The Google TV Streamer 4K is on sale for Prime Day at $84, down from its usual $100 price tag.
- Engadget hails the Google TV Streamer as the best all-in-one streaming device due to its top-notch interface for organizing content.
- Upgraded processor and RAM on the device allow for quick app switching and media loading; supports 4K streaming and smart home controls.
- Engadget's review praises the quick and responsive nature of the Google TV Streamer, with minor concerns being its price relative to the Chromecast predecessor and no bundled HDMI cable.
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Is ChatGPT secretly emotional? AI chatbot fooled by sad story into spilling sensitive information
- Users have discovered a trend exploiting OpenAI's ChatGPT to reveal Windows product activation keys by tricking the AI with emotional stories.
- The incident highlights how AI vulnerability can be exploited through emotional engineering, using the bot's empathetic tone and memory features.
- The exploit with ChatGPT echoes a similar situation with Microsoft's Copilot, showing a pattern of AI being manipulated due to emotional prompts.
- This incident raises concerns about AI's susceptibility to emotional manipulation, blurring the line between responsible assistance and unintentional piracy.
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Samsung tri-fold smartphone is coming this year, President confirms
- Samsung confirms the upcoming release of its tri-fold smartphone by the end of this year, as stated by Samsung Electronics President TM Roh.
- The naming of the device is not finalized yet, and Samsung is focusing on perfecting the product and its usability before the release.
- The tri-fold smartphone is rumored to fold inwards, featuring two screens - a folding one and a cover display, aiming to address the issue of the folding screen being exposed.
- The device is expected to be more expensive than the Galaxy Z Fold7, with Samsung focusing on innovation despite the increasing prices of foldable smartphones.
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Win this Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Superman graphics card, hand-painted by Jim Lee
- Nvidia is giving away a custom, hand-painted RTX 5090 Founders Edition graphics card to celebrate the new Superman movie.
- The RTX 5090 is recognized as the fastest gaming GPU currently available, making it a desirable prize for gamers and comics fans.
- The custom paint job on the RTX 5090 Founders Edition card enhances its appearance, transforming it into a unique collector's item.
- The giveaway not only offers a chance to win a high-end graphics card but also saves the winner approximately $2,000 or more.
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I, Robot Review
- A revival of arcade game I, Robot, originally released in 1984.
- Atari alumni Jeff Minter brings back the game with psychedelic graphics and gameplay.
- Players control a rebellious robot flipping tiles and dodging enemies in visually stunning levels.
- The game offers challenging controls, bonus levels, arena stages, and online leaderboards.
- I, Robot reimagined by Minter's Llamasoft team for modern gaming platforms.
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How to wallplant the multiball targets in THPS 3+4
- To wallplant the multiball targets in Tony Hawks Pro Skater 3+4, you first need to reach the giant pinball machine in the game.
- Once on the pinball machine, locate the multiball targets, which can be challenging due to the neon visuals of the level.
- Perform wallplants on the designated multiball targets to complete the goal.
- The task may seem simple, but it requires careful navigation and execution in the psychedelic pinball course of Tony Hawks Pro Skater 4.
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Travis Scott Is Either Teasing He's in GTA 6 With His New Music Video for 2000 Excursion, or It's Just an Easter Egg
- Travis Scott's new music video for 2000 Excursion features a possible reference to GTA 6 with a car license plate reading 'GTA6 VI6.'
- Speculation abounds over whether this is a teaser for Travis Scott's involvement in GTA 6 or just an Easter egg.
- Travis Scott's previous gaming involvement includes a Fortnite concert, leading to fan theories about his potential role in GTA 6.
- Despite the excitement, it remains uncertain if Travis Scott will actually be part of GTA 6, with Rockstar enjoying the hype surrounding the highly anticipated game.
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How to unlock every Secret Skater in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4
- Unlocking every Secret Skater in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 can pose a challenge for perfection-seeking players.
- Most Secret Skaters can be bought from the Secret Shop accessible from the main menu, eliminating the need for difficult tricks to unlock them.
- There are five Secret Skaters in total, each with a price tag attached in the Secret Shop or specific challenges to unlock them.
- While unlocking these characters doesn't offer significant benefits, they bring unique special tricks adding flair to gameplay, especially in photo mode.
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The new 'UK Video Games Council' has announced its members—including reps from Larian Studios, Microsoft, and non-profit advocacy groups UKIE and TIGA
- The UK has announced the formation of a UK Video Games Council in its creative industry sector plan to support the growth and international reach of the UK video games industry.
- The council will meet twice a year to provide strategic advice aiming at unlocking the full economic, cultural, and educational potential of the UK games industry, and its members include representatives from various sectors of the industry.
- The council's co-chairs are Jason Kingsley of Rebellion and Nick Button-Brown of Outright Games, with a diverse spread of representatives from UK-based indie studios, advocacy groups, and industry titans being part of the council.
- The announcement of the UK Video Games Council demonstrates the government's recognition of the significant contribution of the video game industry to the entertainment sector, with hopes for a collaborative and fruitful engagement with various industry stakeholders.
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With The End Of Poker Face Season 2, It's Time To Binge One Of The Best Shows On TV
- Poker Face, a hidden gem, wraps up season 2 soon on Peacock.
- The show follows a unique detective with a superpower of knowing lies.
- Each episode features episodic and overarching plotlines with star-studded cast.
- Rian Johnson's love for crime drama shines through in this modern whodunit series.
- Viewers are urged to binge on this well-crafted, humor-infused, and morally ambiguous show.
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