Nintendo revealed details about the Vi-O-La motorcycle featured in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond through an article on its Japan website. The vehicle includes three primary capabilities: Boost accelerates speed and destroys obstacles, Power Slide eliminates enemies across a wide area, and Projectile fires tracking shots that lock onto five targets before returning. Players can summon the motorcycle only in designated areas of the planet Byrus, and dismounting returns control to Samus for standard exploration. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launches on Dec. 4, 2025, for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 with enhanced graphics options of 4K at 60 frames per second or 1080p at 120 frames per second.
Microsoft abandoned the Xbox handheld after AMD demanded a commitment exceeding 10 million units to justify research and development costs for a dedicated system-on-chip. AMD leaker Kepler L2 reported on NeoGAF forums that the company declined the risk after Steam Deck sold approximately 5 million units, and ASUS ROG Ally moved fewer than 2 million devices. The portable console was never formally announced, but executives repeatedly teased the product before cancellation.
Microsoft shifted its handheld strategy toward the ROG Xbox Ally, launching on Oct. 16. The alternative device has already sold out at most retailers despite premium pricing. The company appears focused on expanding its third-party publishing operations rather than...
Apple eliminated the dual front camera configuration from the M5 iPad Pro despite earlier rumors suggesting the feature would appear on the flagship tablet. Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman confirmed the company removed the second lens at an advanced development stage, and cited similar examples such as the original iPad's second dock connector. An unsanctioned unboxing video from YouTuber Wylsacom revealed no visual evidence of a second sensor when comparing the M5 model against the M4 version.
The California-based technology firm likely redirected resources toward the M5 chipset upgrade and increased base memory from 8GB to 12GB RAM. TSMC's 3nm N3P manufacturing process costs up to 24 percent more than previous lithography, according...
KOEI TECMO's Team Ninja will release NINJA GAIDEN 4 on Oct. 21 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S before launching The Two Masters downloadable content in early 2026. Game Director Masakazu Hirayama announced the expansion during the Official Xbox Podcast at Tokyo Game Show 2025. The downloadable content introduces distinct weapons for characters Yakumo and Ryu, with Yakumo receiving equipment suited to expressive combat abilities and Ryu obtaining tools for precise, high-speed attacks.
The Two Masters expansion adds story content set after the base game's conclusion from both characters' perspectives. Players can access post-game challenge content separate from the base game's Ninja Trials. The expansion becomes available...
Apple positioned itself strategically in artificial intelligence development after observers suggested the company lagged behind competitors. The tech giant followed its established approach of refining technology before launch rather than rushing incomplete products to market. Apple partnered with OpenAI to integrate large language models and acquired three startups to strengthen internal capabilities. The company built a 3-billion-parameter model for iPhones and iPads while developing server-based systems for complex tasks.
Apple Intelligence features launched in phases starting in October 2024 with emoji tools and notification summaries. Advanced capabilities, such as in-app Siri actions and personal context awareness, face delays...
Kalyan Jewellers recorded its weakest sales expansion in four quarters as consolidated revenue climbed 31 percent year over year in the July through September quarter of fiscal year 2026. The jewelry retailer disclosed on Monday that growth fell below the 37.4 percent increase from the same period one year earlier, despite strong wedding demand and early festive season activity. India operations generated a 31 percent revenue rise in the quarter, but same-store sales advanced only 16 percent compared with faster growth previously.
The company opened 15 showrooms in India and two in the Middle East to reach 436 total stores by September 2025. Digital brand Candere achieved 127 percent revenue growth from higher store traffic and website...
Cricket Australia sold out public ticket allocations for the men's T20 International match between Australia and India at Melbourne Cricket Ground more than three weeks before the Oct. 31 fixture. The organization previously exhausted public allocations for 12 days of the five-match Ashes series between Australia and England. Total ticket sales for India's white-ball tour exceeded 175,000 across eight matches.
Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg stated the demand demonstrates remarkable interest in the series. Public allocations for Sydney and Manuka Oval matches are sold out, and the Adelaide ODI and Gabba T20I approach capacity with fewer than 5,000 public tickets remaining for each venue. AFL member tickets for the MCG T20 fixture...
The Bangladesh Army has aligned with Jamaat-e-Islami after initially offering hope for stability in the country. Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman reversed his position on protecting minorities after internal pressure from Jamaat-aligned officers supported by Pakistan's ISI. On Sept. 29, the army fired on Hindu and Buddhist protesters demonstrating against rape and temple attacks at Khagra Chhari.
Pakistan's military deepened ties with Bangladesh as Director General of Joint Staff Lt. Gen. Tabassum Habib led a four-member delegation visiting on Monday to meet Bangladesh Army officials. The ISI has deployed personnel to Bangladesh multiple times to advise terror groups and send Pakistani terrorists for training operations targeting...
Actor Akshay Oberoi discussed his connection with co-star Manish Paul while filming Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. Oberoi expressed admiration for Paul's self-made career trajectory and noted their parallel paths in the entertainment industry. Paul established himself through television and film over more than a decade, while Oberoi developed his career through independent cinema and digital platforms.
Oberoi stated that the shared understanding between performers who have built their careers through persistent effort creates natural respect. Both actors faced challenges and overcame doubt to establish their positions in the industry. Their collaboration on set combined enjoyment with mutual appreciation for each artist's professional...
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