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Invisible Inc spiritual successor Cyber Knights: Flashpoint has released from early access

Cyber Knights: Flashpoint, described as a 'spiritual successor' to Invisible Inc, has been released from early access.
The game involves cyberpunk heists where players plan and execute missions with a squad of mercenaries while dealing with futuristic law enforcement.
Features include gridless movement, environmental cover, specialized overwatch, initiative manipulation, customizable weapons, faction reputation, 40 multiclass combinations, and hacking minigames.
The game aims to offer a mix of stealth and combat tactics, allowing players to choose between stealthy approaches or more aggressive, confrontational strategies during missions.

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Glory Holes Of Oblivion lets your weapons and spells fire through gates

Glory Holes Of Oblivion is a mod for Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion that allows shooting arrows and casting spells through holes in gates, letting enemies do the same.
NexusMods classifies Glory Holes Of Oblivion as containing 'adult content,' possibly due to a lack of understanding of glassblowing terminology.
The term 'glory hole' originally referred to a place where things are heaped disorderly. The term likely originates from the Scottish word 'glaur,' meaning 'to make muddy or dirty.'
The term 'glory hole' also has historical references to glassmaking, such as reheating large objects and creating a circle of light. The term's modern usage dates back to a 1707 court case.

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As if sweary Darth Vader wasn't enough, Fortnite developer Epic will soon be letting players create their own "AI-powered NPCs"

Fortnite developer Epic will allow players to create their own AI-powered NPCs following the controversy surrounding the AI-voiced Darth Vader NPC being patched for using inappropriate language.
The AI NPC siblings will be introduced later this year, with Epic providing tools for creators to customize their AI NPCs' voice, characteristics, and dialogue.
Epic showcased the new AI NPC creation process using a 'Persona Device' at the State of Unreal showcase, where an AI NPC named 'Mr Buttons' demonstrated comedic dialogue interactions.
The use of generative AI for voice acting in games has sparked ethical debates and opposition from voice actors' unions like SAG-AFTRA, citing potential threats to human VAs' job opportunities.

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Microsoft Launches AI-Powered Bing Video Creator To Compete With Google’s Veo 3

Microsoft has launched the Bing Video Creator, a tool utilizing AI to create short videos from text prompts in response to Google's Veo 3.
Integrated into the Bing app for Android and iOS, the feature is powered by Microsoft's Sora AI and allows users to create videos for free.
Users can describe the scene they want to generate, and the AI starts creating the video, supporting various visual styles and creative prompts.
The videos generated by Bing Video Creator can be stored for up to 90 days, downloaded, shared, or sent via email, with C2PA credentials for transparency.

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Lenovo Legion G9 Turns Gaming Tablet Into Portable Console

Lenovo has released the Legion G9 gaming controller designed to turn the Legion Y700 Gen 4 tablet into a portable gaming console with advanced features.
The Legion G9 features asymmetrical button layout, Hall effect analog sticks for enhanced precision and durability, and a unique docking design.
It has four rear programmable buttons, RGB lighting, and a dedicated app for customization. The G9 Pro version includes additional features like a built-in audio system and optical switches.
The Legion G9 is currently available in China for 399 yuan, with the Pro version's release date and price yet to be confirmed for a global launch.

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Kingdom Hearts 2 Sora Form-ism Figure Returns in December

Square Enix is releasing a second run of the Kingdom Hearts 2 Sora Form-ism figure in Japan on December 27, 2025, priced at 7,480円.
The figure features Sora in his standard outfit wielding the default Keyblade, depicted in an attacking pose, standing around nine inches tall.
Another Form-ism statue based on Riku from Kingdom Hearts 2 was also announced by Square Enix, set to release in August 2025.
Kingdom Hearts 2, originally on PS2, is now available on Switch, PS3, PS4, Xbox One, and PC through Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 Remix.

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Review: iPhone-Connected Corentium Home 2 Radon Monitor Provides Peace of Mind

The Corentium Home 2 is a radon detector by Airthings, capable of monitoring radon levels, humidity, and temperature, providing alerts if levels exceed set thresholds.
While lacking HomeKit support, it connects to iPhones via Bluetooth for data syncing, offering a user-friendly app for tracking and analyzing readings over time.
The app displays readings in green for 'good,' yellow for elevated, and red for dangerous levels for radon, along with humidity and temperature data.
It sets predefined thresholds for alerts but lacks customizable settings for temperature and humidity, emphasizing the importance of monitoring radon levels consistently.
With radon being a leading cause of lung cancer, the Corentium Home 2's continuous monitoring helps ensure peace of mind for those living in areas prone to radon exposure.
Priced at $180, the Corentium Home 2 is a valuable investment for detecting radon, complemented by its temperature and humidity monitoring capabilities.
The device operates on AA batteries and can be moved around the house to ensure accurate readings by detecting potential radon hot spots.
For accurate results, the unit should be placed in lower areas of the home, away from doors or windows, with regular syncing to the app for data retrieval.
Continuous monitoring over 30 days provides insight into radon fluctuations, offering guidance on mitigation if high levels are detected.
The Corentium Home 2 bridges the gap between affordable passive radon testing methods and expensive professional-grade solutions, offering a reliable and convenient alternative.

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Tron: Catalyst gets a short but sweet surprise demo ahead of its release later this month

Tron: Catalyst from Bithell Games receives a surprise demo ahead of its release later this month.
The demo, available on Steam, offers the first hour of gameplay featuring a top-down action game where you play as Exo, a courier with unique abilities.
Set in the Arq Grid established in Tron: Identity, the game features an unstable grid causing time loops, with only Exo being able to perceive the glitches.
Tron: Catalyst includes fighting with a Disc and riding a Light Cycle, offering all the elements expected from a Tron game. The full game is scheduled for release on June 17th.

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How to Enable iCloud Private Relay on Mac

iCloud Private Relay is a privacy feature part of iCloud+ subscription that hides IP address & encrypts DNS lookups to enhance online privacy.
To enable iCloud Private Relay on Mac, go to System Preferences, click on your Apple ID, select iCloud, and toggle Private Relay switch to ON.
Ensure you have a modern MacOS version (Monterrey or later) and a paid iCloud subscription for access to this feature.
With Private Relay enabled, your IP address is hidden, providing more privacy, but custom DNS settings are disabled for security reasons.
To disable iCloud Private Relay, follow the same steps and toggle the setting to OFF position in System Preferences.
iCloud Private Relay encrypts internet traffic in Safari through two separate relays, enhancing privacy without being a VPN.
It ensures websites and third parties can't track your online activities effectively, enhancing online privacy for Safari users.
Enabling iCloud Private Relay on all your devices is recommended for consistent privacy protection across platforms.
Paid iCloud subscription is required for this feature, and using other browsers like Chrome will not activate Private Relay.
It's a seamless integration for privacy-conscious users, but may require disabling for specific website compatibility.

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Trump admin sent ‘long list’ of ‘tough’ demands to Vietnam in trade talks

The Trump administration has presented Vietnam with a 'long' list of 'tough' demands in tariff negotiations, including reducing dependence on Chinese imports.
Washington wants Vietnam to control production and supply chains, requesting factories to reduce their use of Chinese materials, following allegations of improper labeling and transhipment of goods.
Vietnam has shown willingness to reduce non-tariff barriers, import more U.S. goods, and address concerns raised by the U.S. regarding transhipment of Chinese goods through Vietnam.
Apple's production in Vietnam has significantly increased in recent years, with the country becoming a major hub for Apple suppliers, transitioning from producing simpler products to more complex devices like iPads and MacBooks.

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What time does Dune: Awakening release in early access?

Dune: Awakening is set to release this week on Windows PC after a delay from the initial May 20 release date.
Early access for Dune: Awakening starts at 10 a.m. EDT on Thursday, June 5, with release times for different time zones specified.
To access early access, players can pre-order the deluxe or ultimate editions of the game, offering various additional perks and content.
The game is currently only playable on Windows PC, with versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X in development without a confirmed release date yet.

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Why Apple is again Cannes Lions’ Creative Marketer of the Year

Apple has been named the 2025 Creative Marketer of the Year at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, marking the second time the company has received this prestigious award.
The award is given to a marketer that has produced iconic, Lion-winning work consistently over time, and Apple is recognized for its impact in the marketing industry.
Apple's achievements in the past year have been a topic of discussion, with their 'Someday' campaign being highlighted as a standout piece of work.
Apple's Vice President of Marketing Communications expressed gratitude for the award, emphasizing the company's focus on creativity and inspiring users through their content.

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Roadside Research is like if Lethal Company were a game where you're a poorly disguised alien running a gas station

Lethal Company is a four-player co-op game that prioritizes unconventional mechanics for friends to have fun.
Roadside Research is a similar game where the player is a poorly disguised alien running a gas station to research humans.
The gameplay involves tasks like restocking shelves, refueling cars, and exchanging goods for cash like a regular gas station worker.
Players must also avoid Men in Black-like government officials while upgrading the gas station for more customers in the future.

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Podcast Rewind: Weird Sliding Handhelds, Sky, and Wishes for Apple Intelligence and Shortcuts

Latest episodes from MacStories’ family of podcasts include discussions on Sky, Shortcuts, Apple Intelligence wishes for WWDC 2025, and the impact of AI on developers and App Store.
AppStories podcast features John's impressions of Sky, Shortcuts and Apple Intelligence wishes, and discussions on AI's impact on developers.
NPC podcast discusses latest news on Switch 2 launch, upcoming handhelds, and installation of NVIDIA GeForce Now on Steam Deck.
NPC XL episode highlights weird and wonderful handheld gaming devices like Anbernic RG35XX Pro, The Slide, and upcoming releases like Zero 40 and REDMAGIC 10S Pro.

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The Automation Gap

The article discusses the state of automation on Apple platforms, highlighting gaps in Shortcuts' progress on Mac.
Various tech experts express concerns about the limitations and issues with Shortcuts on the Mac.
The use of workarounds involving different automation tools showcases the flexibility and power of the Mac.
Challenges with Shortcuts on Mac, such as debugging issues with website elements, are raised by users.
Criticism is directed towards the Shortcuts team for potentially lacking practical experience in using the tool.
Issues like sync problems and limited capabilities in Shortcuts prompt users to resort to alternative solutions like Python scripts.
Concerns are raised about resources allocation and the focus on analytics impacting Shortcuts' development.
The inconvenience of building complex shortcuts using graphical editors is discussed, urging for a better integration with AI tools.
Users express frustrations with the functionality and regressions in Shortcuts for both iPad and Mac.
The article also touches on previous topics related to automation tools and app developments in the Apple ecosystem.

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