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AEW lost an insane amount of money on the Fight Forever video game - Cageside Seats

Fight Forever was a “massive loss” for AEW, which explains why Tony Khan isn’t in a rush to make another video game.

Google posts Pixel Watch 5 factory images with one unified build - 9to5Google

Following the Pixel 11 series earlier today, Google has released factory and OTA images for the Pixel Watch 5.

All Admin Panel Lobby Hack Codes For Free Rewards - IGN

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Override is here and, in a first for the battle royale, you can input lobby hacks for free rewards starting August 20, 2026! This

Genki’s new customizable controller has a big screen and adjustable buttons - The Verge

Genki’s Manta controller features a color screen for customizing the controller’s functionality plus adjustable buttons and thumbsticks.

Dark Cherry and More: Every iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra Color Rumor - MacRumors

We're likely about a month away from when Apple will launch new iPhone models, and color has been a major topic of discussion. There's going...

25 Things From The 2000s That Millennials Got To Experience, But Gen Z'ers Will Never Understand - BuzzFeed

"The early 2000s were a blur between house parties, underground raves, punk shows, days at Disneyland, and/or the beach. ... I remember it being fun."

Hacker targets ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ in apparent leak - NBC News

The gaming world has been rattled by what appears to be a major leak of the highly anticipated “Grand Theft Auto VI,” with the alleged hacker warning other publishers that “no one is safe” from similar breaches.

Sony just announced it’s launching a new smartphone next week - PhoneArena

Gamescom 2026: Geoff Keighley and organizers reveal what to expect from gaming’s biggest event - Video Games Chronicle

Organizers tease what you'll see in ONL and how they select featured games

ChatGPT Can Now Control iMessage, Potentially Raising Apple Privacy Concerns - Bloomberg.com

OpenAI rolled out support on Thursday for controlling Apple Inc.’s iMessage service via ChatGPT, a move with the potential to raise privacy concerns for the iPhone maker.

The New Rat Horror Game Is Being Pirated A Week Before Launch - Kotaku

This is getting old

Pixel 11 Gets Sweet New Screen Saver, More Clocks - Droid Life

The Pixel 11 series is not without secrets, one of which comes via the Screen Saver function that's built-in for when you plug-in your device. Google added screen savers some time ago and they certainly needed improvements after last year's Qi2 introduction t…

Geoff Keighley clarifies how trailers are selected for Gamescom Opening Night Live - GamesIndustry.biz

Editorially selected games get in for free, but others are "paid placements"

Riot Will End Active Development On 2XKO At The End Of The Year - Kotaku

2XKO will not make it to its first official birthday

Google gives publishers a new way to fight AI-driven traffic losses - TechCrunch

Google is giving publishers a new button that lets readers make them a preferred source across Search, Discover, and Google News, potentially boosting their traffic as AI search sends fewer clicks to the web.

Google releases Pixel 11 series factory images - 9to5Google

With the Pixel 11 series hitting store shelves today, Google has released factory images for all the devices.

Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale is live: We found the best deals on TVs, iPhones, Pokémon, and more - Mashable

This will probably be the biggest and best tech sale we see until October.

My Kid Messed Around and Found Out. My Wife Wants to Blame Someone. - Slate Magazine

This is ridiculous.

FromSoftware Boss Miyazaki Says 'We Still Have a Heavy Focus on Single-Player Content' - IGN

While Elden Ring: Nightreign and The Duskbloods are back-to-back multiplayer games, FromSoftware's Miyazaki says they're still focused on single-player content.

Code Vein II expansion ‘Mask of Idris’ launches September 9 alongside version 2.0 update - Gematsu

Code Vein II expansion “Mask of Idris” wil launch alongside the action RPG’s version 2.0 update on September 9, Bandai Namco announced. It will be available for purchase, and is i…

We Think We Found ‘Human Printer’ Natalie Harp’s Printer Setup. It’s Bulky - Gizmodo

A fairly bulky printer, and a totally unnecessary backup battery. Why?

Apple’s Camera-Equipped AI AirPods Remain on Track for 2027 Despite Video Leak - Bloomberg.com

An Apple Inc. effort to sell camera-equipped AirPods remains on track for 2027, despite a leak from the company indicating that the product might arrive sooner.

Framework responds to complaints that BIOS update bricks Ryzen 7040 laptops - Ars Technica

Framework says it's replacing some out-of-warranty AMD mainboards.

Want A Modern Warfare 4 Beta Code? Just Talk Trash - GameSpot

Talk s***, get hit (with a free code)?

Pixel 11 introduces unified ‘Pixel search,’ hides it in the drawer - 9to5Google

Google is introducing “Pixel search” as a “dedicated search companion designed to help you find personal information faster than ever.”

LG Display unveils FLiPP OLED technology with up to 1.6x higher brightness and 2.4x longer lifespan - VideoCardz.com

LG Display says FLiPP improves OLED aperture ratio by 55%. The process supports panels from 1 to 100 inches and can improve substrate utilization by up to 64%.

Cloudflare Workers Spectre Attack Leaks JWT From Co-Located Worker at 12 Bits/Second - The Hacker News

Researchers leak a JWT from a co-located Cloudflare Worker via Spectre at up to 12 bits per second; Cloudflare says the attack is mitigated.

Dire Forecast Predicts Big Drop In Console Sales If PS6 Is $1,000 - Kotaku

Console gaming could continue to shrink if something doesn't change

Mattel Brick Shop Announces 1:1-Scale, 3,509-Piece Original Xbox, Complete With Scenes from 3 Games - IGN

In celebration of the Xbox's 25th anniversary, Mattel has announced a 3,509-piece, 1:1-scale buildable original Xbox through its premium Mattel Brick Shop brand. And yes, it also includes a buildable 1:1-scale Duke controller and features lights, sounds, and …

Following accusations, James Pond Legacy devs say no generative AI was used in creating artwork - gonintendo.com

Out of their depth

Gears of War: E-Day and Gibson Unite for a Custom Guitar Collection - XBOX Wire

Gibson Guitars and The Coalition are teaming up with a one-of-a-kind collaboration - two custom guitars that capture the spirit of Gears of War.

Pixel Weather update brings new icon & ‘Weather Brief’ rename - 9to5Google

The Pixel app updates continue today with Weather getting a new icon and some minor interface tweaks. This update...

Meta AI is getting a Mac app - The Verge

Meta is launching a new app dedicated to its AI chatbot on Mac. The Meta AI app allows you to share your window with the chatbot and also provides dictation across apps.

Best Buy 'Repaired' a 64GB Laptop by Making It 32GB - extremetech.com

The repair department claimed it would only take 32GB—but is that a valid excuse for cutting a laptop's RAM by half?

Google rolling out new gradient AI ring for subscribers on Android, web - 9to5Google

Google is introducing a blue gradient ring around your Account photo to indicate whether you're subscribed to a paid tier.

Google Pixel 11 series review: Is the magic fading? - Ars Technica

Google's new Pixels make some compromises but still manage to be good phones.

Available for XBOX Insiders: Home Improvements, Local Save Game Management, and Profile Badges - XBOX Wire

Xbox Insiders can now test new Achievement features, including a visual refresh, game hiding, and highlighting fully completed games. These improvements aim to give players more control and personalization over their profiles, with broader availability coming…

‘You Don’t Get XP, But Zones Do’ — How Control Resonant Is Rewriting the Action RPG Rule Book - IGN

In Control Resonant, taking down Manhattan’s monsters comes with consequences. We take a deep dive into Remedy's new approach to boss design and how killing them changes the world around you.

Subnautica 2 Buddy System Update - Unknown Worlds

Subnautica 2’s Early Access 1.2 update, Buddy System, just landed!