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Clair Obscur Expedition 33 update adds new boss costumes
A new update for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, developed by Sandfall Interactive, will add fresh content to the RPG. The update, announced by the studio on Steam, comes as the game reaches 5 million copies sold and the soundtrack by Lorien Testard hits 333 million streams. New features, including a new environment with enemies and surprises, late-game boss battles, and additional costumes for customization, will be part of the update. The game will also offer text and UI localizations in seven new languages, expanding the supported languages to 19. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is available worldwide on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
NVIDIA CEO recalls Intel's decades-long attempts to suppress competition
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang recently reflected on his company’s challenges with Intel during the mid-2000s. At that time, Intel dominated the computing industry, while NVIDIA, a smaller firm, was making disruptive progress that caused friction with Intel. Huang recalled how Intel, led by former CEO Andy Grove, targeted NVIDIA, accusing the company of trying to undermine its market position. He mentioned that Intel had spent over three decades attempting to stifle NVIDIA’s growth, especially after a licensing dispute over chipsets. Despite this history, Huang expressed optimism about NVIDIA’s recent partnership with Intel, calling it a win-win for both companies. The deal allows NVIDIA to expand into Intel’s consumer market, while Intel...
AT&T beats T-Mobile in 5G SA speed test with faster downlink
In a recent 5G SA (standalone) speed test, a device connected to AT&T's network outperformed T-Mobile in downlink speeds, but T-Mobile led in uplink speeds and latency. The test, conducted by the YouTube channel Tech Life Channel, compared two devices—one on AT&T 5G SA and the other on T-Mobile—using towers approximately 70-80 meters apart. AT&T achieved downlink speeds of 1,565Mbps, uplink speeds of 137Mbps, and a ping of 49ms, while T-Mobile recorded downlink speeds of 1,156Mbps, uplink speeds of 141Mbps, and a ping of 17ms. AT&T’s downlink speeds were 35% faster, but its higher ping may have been influenced by factors like signal interference. Despite these results, AT&T's 5G SA network isn't yet available nationwide, with some...
Apple addresses Scratchgate with new MagSafe stands to stop residue transfer
After the iPhone 17 Pro models appeared in stores, customers noticed faint marks near the MagSafe ring on display units. The issue quickly gained attention online, earning the nickname "Scratchgate." Apple clarified that the marks were not scratches but material transfer from worn MagSafe chargers in Apple Stores. The company confirmed that the residue could be wiped off, leaving the phone's glass undamaged. This issue had also affected older iPhone models, but the iPhone 17's matte texture made the marks more noticeable. To address this, Apple introduced new MagSafe stands featuring a silicone ring to minimize direct contact with the phone. Store employees have also been instructed to clean demo units more frequently. Apple assures...
Acer's Predator Triton 14 AI packs GeForce RTX 5070 in slim design
Acer has introduced the Predator Triton 14 AI gaming laptop, featuring a GeForce RTX 5070 GPU in a slim, portable chassis. Despite the challenges of fitting powerful components into a compact design, the laptop delivers high-performance gaming with impressive cooling capabilities. The Predator Triton 14 AI boasts a 14.5-inch OLED display with a 2880x1800 resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and 1ms response time, making it ideal for both gaming and creative tasks. It’s powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V processor, with 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a 1TB or 2TB NVMe SSD. Acer's innovative Graphene Thermal Interface Material and AeroBlade 3D fans help keep temperatures in check. The laptop is priced at £2,699 for the 1TB version and $2,599...
Jensen Huang surprised by AMD's bold move with OpenAI deal
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang recently commented on the deal between AMD and OpenAI, expressing surprise over AMD's enthusiasm for its upcoming MI450 AI lineup. AMD’s deal with OpenAI involves supplying over six gigawatts of chips, including the unreleased Instinct MI450. This announcement followed NVIDIA’s own collaboration with OpenAI, highlighting the increasing competition between the two companies. Huang remarked that it was surprising for AMD to offer 10% of its company for a product that had not yet been released. He also stated that at the time of NVIDIA's deal with OpenAI, AMD's partnership was not yet known. The growing competition between AMD and NVIDIA could drive innovation, particularly in next-generation AI solutions.
Nintendo teases mysterious Pikmin project with cryptic video
On Tuesday, Nintendo released an animated short titled "Close to You," sparking speculation without offering any explanation. Hints, such as a blurred Pikmin and music from Pikmin 4, suggested a connection to the series, but its purpose remained unclear. The company clarified part of the mystery today with a new version of the video on its Nintendo Today app. This time, the invisible Pikmin in the room were more visible, confirming the short’s connection to the Pikmin franchise. However, the exact nature of the project remains unknown. It could be a marketing campaign for Pikmin 5 or a preview of a new film or TV series from Nintendo Pictures.
Aditya Shinde stars as Puneri Paltan beat U Mumba 37-27
Aditya Shinde was in excellent form again as Puneri Paltan defeated U Mumba 37-27 in Season 12 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) at the SDAT Multi Purpose Indoor Stadium on Wednesday night. Despite trailing early, the season 10 champions bounced back with a strong performance, with Shinde leading the charge to secure the win. U Mumba started well, taking a 4-0 lead after a tackle by Rinku and a Super Raid from Ajit Chouhan, which saw Gaurav Khatri, Pankaj Mohite, and Gurdeep off the mat. Shinde’s raid earned the first points for Puneri Paltan, and the team quickly found their rhythm, with Shinde's raids helping them equalize at 5-5. However, U Mumba finished the first quarter ahead. In the second quarter, Puneri Paltan shifted the...
Rajputana Royals extend winning streak to 7, dominate Archery Premier League
After a washout on Tuesday, the Archery Premier League (APL) resumed on Wednesday at the Yamuna Sports Complex in Delhi with two matches per team across two sessions. By the end of the day, the unbeaten Rajputana Royals extended their winning streak to seven, while the Kakatiya Knights suffered their sixth defeat. In the afternoon session, the Chero Archers began with a 5-1 victory over the Mighty Marathas. In the second match, the Royals, with Ojas Deotale back in action, defeated the Chola Chiefs 6-2 in four sets. The session concluded with the Kakatiya Knights losing to the Prithviraaj Yodhas 1-5. The evening session saw the Royals secure their seventh straight win, defeating the Knights 5-1 and confirming their spot in the...
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