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Cupertino Apple taps Samsung COE for razor iPhone 2027
Apple plans to integrate Samsung's Color Filter on Encapsulation OLED technology into its 2027 anniversary iPhone model. This COE display removes traditional polarizing films that typically block light transmission. The elimination allows screens to achieve greater brightness while reducing thickness and power consumption. However, removing polarizers creates increased reflection and glare problems during outdoor use. Apple must develop enhanced anti-reflective coatings to compensate for this visibility challenge. Samsung already applies COE technology across its Galaxy Z foldable devices and will extend implementation to the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. Reports suggest Apple's anniversary device may feature wraparound displays curving...
Lenzee pushes Wuchang Fallen Feathers 1.06, VRAM chaos cut
Lenzee Games released patch 1.06 for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers to address launch performance problems that affected player experiences. The 5.3 GB update delivers major VRAM optimizations and resolves PC-specific visual issues. Players with low VRAM graphics cards will benefit from improved stability and smoother gameplay. The patch also corrects blurry visuals when using NVIDIA DLSS Ultra Performance mode at certain resolutions. Performance gains reach 12% on midrange systems equipped with AMD Ryzen 5600x processors and RTX 3070 graphics cards. The Soulslike title joins many Unreal Engine 5 games experiencing similar technical challenges at release. Borderlands 4 requires graphics adjustments on high-end hardware while Silent Hill f...
Mafia Old Country star Conti leaks Take-Two sequel go-ahead
Actress Carina Conti revealed during a recent livestream that Take-Two Interactive has approved another Mafia game. Conti portrayed Isabella Torrisi in Mafia The Old Country and shared this information while speaking with Bubbly Nuggets. YouTuber Mafia Game Videos reported her statements, though the claim requires careful consideration. The recent title achieved strong sales performance with more than 800,000 copies sold during its opening week. Developers completed the project within three years as a focused narrative experience priced at $49.99. This streamlined approach suggests the game will reach profitability quickly compared to larger productions. Take-Two will release quarterly financial data in November that may provide...
Newegg peddles $94 ASRock Phantom Gaming 27-inch frenzy
Newegg offers the ASRock Phantom Gaming PG27FFT1B at a reduced price of $94, down from its standard $159 retail cost. This 27-inch gaming display features 1080p resolution with an IPS panel that delivers 180Hz refresh rates for smooth gameplay. The monitor supports AMD FreeSync technology and VESA DisplayHDR400 certification while providing 123% sRGB and 94% DCI-P3 color coverage. Anti-glare coating and 450 nits brightness enhance visual clarity during gaming sessions. Connectivity options consist of one DisplayPort 1.2 and two HDMI 2.0 inputs plus a headphone jack. The display comes with integrated 2-watt speakers and a basic stand offering tilt adjustments. Buyers can upgrade to a V-Shape Gaming Stand for $107 to gain swivel...
Tokyo TGS 2025 NetEase and Naked Rain whip Ananta GTA riot
NetEase Games and Naked Rain presented ANANTA during Tokyo Game Show 2025. The free-to-play title targets PC, PlayStation 5, and mobile platforms with anime-inspired open world gameplay. Players explore a metropolis filled with interactive locations where events range from petting cats to witnessing gang conflicts. The game features three accessible building levels spanning rooftops, middle floors, and street level areas. Transportation options span subways, buses, cars, taxis, and helicopters alongside special movement abilities like swinging mechanics. Combat mechanics emphasize environmental interaction through improvised weapons such as golf clubs and trash containers. Players can acquire enemy weapons during battles to experiment...
Cupertino's NekoMichi shrinks iPhone 17 Pro mini camera hump
Apple ceased production of compact smartphones after releasing the iPhone 13 mini due to limited consumer demand. Despite online requests for smaller devices, mass market appeal remained insufficient for continued development. A design concept by @NekoMichiUBC demonstrates what an iPhone 17 Pro mini might have resembled with its 4.7-inch display. The theoretical device reveals significant design challenges when compared to larger iPhone models. The camera system occupies approximately one-third of the compact phone's rear surface area. This oversized component would likely compromise battery capacity within the reduced chassis space. Social media users describe the conceptual design as appealing and charming. However, few individuals...
Japan's PocketPair grows Palfarm, guns sprout kinky romance
PocketPair announced Palworld Palfarm, a farming-focused spin-off game. Players assign Pals to various agricultural tasks based on their unique abilities, with some creatures specializing in planting seeds while others excel at watering crops or harvesting produce. The game takes place on an island populated by diverse Pals and residents who develop relationships through conversation and gift exchanges. Combat elements challenge farmers to defend against hostile Pals that raid properties or hide underground, providing resources for farm development upon defeat. A marketplace allows trading of crops and crafted items, while rumors suggest a hidden black market exists for purchasing weapons and questionable fertilizers. Online...
Tokyo gasp Hideo Kojima teases OD terror and PHYSINT stealth
Hideo Kojima celebrated his studio's decade milestone at Tokyo Game Show 2025 by presenting three major project updates. The horror title OD received fresh promotional material featuring cast members Sophia Lillis, Udo Kier, and Hunter Schafer after surviving recent Microsoft project cuts. Xbox Game Studios continues publishing the mysterious game that Kojima believes will polarize audiences. The developer emphasized that some players will embrace the experience while others may reject it immediately. Additional gameplay details remain undisclosed at this time. ABC ANIMATION will produce the Death Stranding Mosquito animated feature with Aaron Guzikowski writing the screenplay and Hiroshi Miyamoto directing. This project operates...
Canada OC SaltyCroissant clocks 13k DDR5 on Gigabyte Tachyon
Canadian overclocker SaltyCroissant established a new world record for DDR5 memory frequency, surpassing previous benchmarks with remarkable speed achievements. The overclocker collaborated with industry experts, including HiCookie from Gigabyte, Corsair's Sofos, and Splave, to reach this milestone. Their setup featured a Gigabyte Z790 AORUS Tachyon ICE motherboard, paired with Corsair DDR5 Vengeance memory and an Intel Core i7-12700 K processor. Liquid nitrogen cooling covered the entire upper motherboard section to maintain extreme temperatures during testing. The official validation recorded 12,920.2 MT/s, while unofficial results showed speeds of 13,020 MT/s. This achievement surpassed the previous record of 12,872.2 MT/s set on an...
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