Google Meet is joining Gmail, Messages, and Phone in getting Material 3 Expressive, though its a slightly smaller ironically redesign than Googles other communication apps.
Material 3 Expressive in … [+1388 chars]

Google Meet is joining Gmail, Messages, and Phone in getting Material 3 Expressive, though it’s a slightly smaller — ironically — redesign...

9to5google.com

Google Meet’s Material 3 Expressive redesign has ludicrously capacious buttons - 9to5Google

Mario Kart World has a ton of playable characters, but they’re all strictly from the Mario universe and not from any other Nintendo franchises. If you were hoping to see the likes of Link from The Le… [+1174 chars]

Nintendo comments on why there aren't any non-Mario characters in Mario Kart World similar to Mario Kart 8.

Nintendoeverything.com

Mario Kart World dev comments on why non-Mario characters aren’t included - Nintendo Everything

A recently published study has revealed a little-known tectonic process unfolding beneath Turkeys Central Anatolian Plateau, where part of the Earths crust is dripping deep into the planets interior.… [+3326 chars]

Part of Earth's crust is “sinking” toward the core… and it could change everything…

The Daily Galaxy --Great Discoveries Channel

Earth is Eating Itself: Vast Chunks Of Crust Are Being Swallowed From Within - The Daily Galaxy

While the dust is beginning to settle on the first iOS 26 beta, we continue to take a closer look at new features coming with the update.
Below, we recap five smaller changes that you might have mis… [+2113 chars]

While the dust is beginning to settle on the first iOS 26 beta, we continue to take a closer look at new features coming with the update.   Below, we...

MacRumors

iOS 26 Includes These Five Smaller Features You Might Have Missed - MacRumors

After a year of confusion and concern, Xbox seems to have forged its path forward.
Last year, Microsoft revealed that it would be breaking decades of gaming convention by abandoning console exclusiv… [+1962 chars]

A flurry of positive and intriguing announcements has given Xbox some positive momentum. Or has it?

Windows Central

Poll: Is Xbox heading in the right direction? Cast your vote here! - Windows Central

Red Dead Redemption 2 actor said he "possibly misled some people" when he teased a Red Dead Redemption-related announcement was on the way.
Last week, John Marston himself - or, at least, the actor … [+2634 chars]

Red Dead Redemption 2 actor said he "possibly misled some people" when he teased a Red Dead Redemption-related announce…

Eurogamer.net

Red Dead Redemption star says he "possibly misled some people" but insists "exciting" news is still on the way - Eurogamer

Last week, we reported that iOS 26 introduces an opt-in Adaptive Power Mode on the iPhone, alongside the existing Low Power Mode.
Apple says that Adaptive Power Mode can make "small performance adju… [+1533 chars]

Last week, we reported that iOS 26 introduces an opt-in Adaptive Power Mode on the iPhone, alongside the existing Low Power Mode.   Apple says that...

iOS 26's New Battery Life Mode Available Only on These iPhone Models - MacRumors

There are also discounts available on Amazons Fire TV Soundbar Plus and Ankers versatile 3-in-1 charger.
There are also discounts available on Amazons Fire TV Soundbar Plus and Ankers versatile 3-in… [+4007 chars]

The Galaxy Watch 7 is $100 off in both size configurations. There are also deals to be had on the Anker’s 3-in-1 Cube with MagSafe and Amazon’s budget soundbar.

The Verge

Samsung’s entry-level Galaxy Watch 7 has returned to its best price to date - The Verge

Apple has marked as private its day-old The Parent Presentation video on YouTube, meaning that it is no longer available to watch.
Apple has also moved The Parent Presentation to the bottom of its C… [+1241 chars]

Apple has marked as private its day-old The Parent Presentation video on YouTube, meaning that it is no longer available to watch.   Apple has also...

Apple Pulls 'Convince Your Parents to Get You a Mac' Ad From YouTube - MacRumors

WHAT??!! Clanging Scales is cracked in PvP!!!
Folks, the highest DPE in PvP was previously held by V-create, the signature move of Victini, at an impressive 2.38. Now, Kommo-o takes the crown (convi… [+2433 chars]

Trainers, it's that time of the year… the June Community Day! For the last five years, this eagerly anticipated mid-year event has consistently featured a type Pokémon, usually leaning towards a Pseudo Legendary line.  2025’s extravaganza brings Jangmo-o, whi…

Pokemon GO Hub

Clanging Scales Kommo-o in the Pokémon GO PvE & PvP meta - Pokémon GO Hub

Xbox itself may have swerved virtual reality, but its previously-announced partnership with Meta VR seems to be on the horizon.
A now-deleted thread on X (formerly Twitter) shared images of the Xbox… [+2291 chars]

Images of the Xbox Quest 3S rumored to shadow drop appeared on social media in a now-deleted thread.

Even the Meta Quest can be an Xbox — Leaked images show an Xbox-branded Quest 3S that could shadow drop in just a few days - Windows Central

iOS 26 is gaining two new Wi-Fi features, including Captive Assist and Wi-Fi Aware.
MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris discovered a reference to Captive Assist within the code for the first iOS 26 d… [+2036 chars]

iOS 26 is gaining two new Wi-Fi features, including Captive Assist and Wi-Fi Aware.   MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris discovered a reference to...

iOS 26 Adding Two New Wi-Fi Features, Allows AirDrop and AirPlay Alternatives - MacRumors

Samsung Galaxy S25 (left) and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (right) are included in the Perplexity offer. ... More (Photo by Firdous Nazir/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
NurPhoto via Getty Images
Samsung Ga… [+2832 chars]

Samsung has another major product giveaway for existing phone and tablet users.

Forbes

Samsung Makes New Free Offer To Millions Of Galaxy Phones And Tablets - Forbes

Monster Hunter Wilds
Capcom
While Monster Hunter Wilds received a lot of praise at launch, the longer-term fortunes of the game four months later have been dismal.
Both review sentiment and player… [+2596 chars]

Monster Hunter Wilds is now being played less than Monster Hunter World as fans rebel against PC issues and a lack of endgame.

‘Monster Hunter Wilds’ Collapses With 1% Of Launch Players, 82% Negative Reviews - Forbes

Work-in-progress footage of Battlefield 6s single-player campaign has appeared online, via a datamine of the games latest closed test.
The footage, which was posted by dataminer Temporyal on X, show… [+1383 chars]

The work-in-progress footage shows Battlefield 6's single-player campaign

Video Games Chronicle

First look at Battlefield 6 campaign leaks from latest test - Video Games Chronicle

For the longest time, I had believed that purchasing a new iPad at full price never made any sort of sense. Ultimately, youre paying more than an equivalently specd MacBook, for less capability. It a… [+3205 chars]

For the longest time, I had believed that purchasing a new iPad at full price never made any sort of...

9to5Mac

I’m not typically an iPad fan, but the M4 iPad Pro changed my mind - 9to5Mac

Sega has officially announced plans to open a flagship store in Tokyo, Japan, called Sega Store Tokyo.
The official store was announced via a video published on the Japanese Sega X account on Friday… [+1753 chars]

Sega Store Tokyo looks set to open this summer in Shibuya

Sega unveils plans for Tokyo flagship store alongside Nintendo - Video Games Chronicle

New features like GameShare and virtual game cards make the console ideal for families.
I wouldnt have preordered a Nintendo Switch 2 just for myself. The price is high, theres no new Smash Bros. or… [+5418 chars]

The Nintendo Switch 2 introduces features like GameShare and virtual game cards that make it work especially well in households with young kids.

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