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Apple rips out the iPhone 17 Pro Max internals for a new camera
Recent leaks have exposed internal modifications to Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max model. The device features a metal-covered battery system that replaces the traditional black foil design used in previous generations. This engineering change aims to enhance thermal performance during intensive operations. The leaked images reveal dual battery configurations tailored for different markets. Models destined for regions requiring physical SIM cards utilize an L-shaped battery layout. Alternatively, rectangular batteries accommodate eSIM-only variants designed for specific territories like the United States. Apple has enlarged the camera housing significantly to accommodate upgraded photography hardware. The new 48MP telephoto system...
UCSF psych's profound advice - your AI girlfriend isn't real, bro
University of California psychiatrist Keith Sakata reports treating twelve patients hospitalized for artificial intelligence-related psychological breaks. These individuals experienced psychotic episodes after prolonged chatbot interactions. The condition emerges when users lose awareness that they are communicating with software rather than humans. Mental health professionals observe patients developing distorted belief systems through continuous AI engagement. A Florida resident committed suicide by police after believing OpenAI staff murdered his virtual companion named Juliet. Sakata explains that vulnerable individuals create self-reinforcing thought patterns that prevent reality testing. The psychiatrist advocates for human...
Rhys Elliot confirms Battlefield 6 will never escape CoD's shadow
Battlefield 6 beta achieves remarkable player engagement during its second week, with over 400,000 concurrent users on Steam. Alinea Analytics analyst Rhys Elliot forecasts the game will reach one million Steam pre-orders after already surpassing 605,000 reservations. EA stands to generate approximately 35 million dollars from advance sales, according to current tracking data. Elliot characterizes this performance as potentially the strongest in franchise history. The analyst remains skeptical about EA's ambitious target of 100 million total players. Despite positive momentum, Elliot disputes claims that Battlefield 6 will significantly damage Call of Duty's market position. He acknowledges the game appeals strongly to dedicated...
NVIDIA's Jensen kills the silicon photonics dream, bets on old copper
NVIDIA Chief Executive Jensen Huang continues supporting copper interconnect technology while the industry anticipates silicon photonics adoption for artificial intelligence computing applications. The executive maintains skepticism about silicon photonics' readiness despite widespread expectations for this advanced transmission method. Silicon photonics merges laser systems with silicon components to achieve superior data transfer rates between processors and graphics units. Huang believes traditional copper solutions remain more practical for current computing demands. The company collaborates with TSMC on silicon photonics research, but considers the implementation timeline lengthy. NVIDIA develops photonics-based products such as...
Roblox bans its own cops, Louisiana calls it a predator's paradise
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill filed legal action against Roblox Corporation for allegedly failing to protect children from sexual predators. The lawsuit accuses the gaming platform of enabling systematic exploitation through inadequate safety measures. Murrill claims the company knowingly facilitates an environment where predators target minors. The legal document states that Roblox deliberately ignores documented threats against child users. Louisiana seeks accountability for what officials describe as widespread victimization. Roblox operates as the leading user-generated content platform with 85.3 million active participants recorded in February 2025. Approximately half of American children under sixteen access the game...
China's Hero Games pitches another soulless mobile survival MMO
Hero Games reveals CrisisX, a survival crafting adventure set in a devastated world. The Chinese studio previously invested in Game Science's Black Myth Wukong before developing this project. Players will navigate a vast 1,200 square kilometer landscape alongside 5,000 other participants per server. The game targets PC and mobile platforms with an anticipated second quarter 2026 release. Twelve unique environments await exploration, from Western settlements to frozen peaks. Combat features diverse weaponry ranging from melee tools to heavy artillery against infected enemies. Zombie-like creatures and massive Titan mutants threaten player safety throughout the wasteland. Survivors can construct military vehicles like Bradley fighting...
Vinit Agarwal ditches Naughty Dog to build Last of Us Online's ghost
Naughty Dog canceled The Last of Us Online after extensive development, disappointing fans who enjoyed the original Factions multiplayer mode. Former game director Vinit Agarwal departed the studio after witnessing the project's termination following a decade-long tenure. Agarwal had recognized opportunities to merge the company's cinematic storytelling expertise with competitive multiplayer experiences. His portfolio at Naughty Dog encompassed boss battle design for major titles like Uncharted 4 and The Last of Us Part II. He specialized in creating artificial intelligence encounters that mimicked human player behavior. Agarwal established an international development studio with former Naughty Dog creative director Joe Pettinati...
Lisa Su thinks beating a dead Intel means AMD can now fight NVIDIA
AMD Chief Executive Lisa Su affirmed the company's dominant position within the server processor market during a recent interview with WIRED. Su stated that technology corporations regard AMD as their primary supplier for data center central processing units. The executive expressed confidence that AMD could achieve similar dominance against NVIDIA within artificial intelligence accelerator markets. Su emphasized patience while pursuing this ambitious goal. AMD has transformed from holding single-digit market percentages in 2017 to commanding substantial industry influence. Recent financial data demonstrates AMD's remarkable progress through its EPYC processor lineup. The company achieved 27.3 percent unit share growth while revenue...
FAA clears another SpaceX Starship to majestically explode next Sunday
The Federal Aviation Administration approved SpaceX for Starship Flight 10 operations after completing its Flight 9 mishap investigation. Flight 9 experienced booster failure during ocean landing attempts and upper stage complications during atmospheric reentry. SpaceX lost the Super Heavy booster when engineers pushed the vehicle beyond normal operational limits with higher attack angles. The company faced additional delays when the designated upper stage exploded during ground testing. Engineers constructed a temporary testing infrastructure to evaluate replacement hardware. SpaceX plans to launch Flight 10 as early as next Sunday following the three-month operational pause. The mission will test second-generation upper stage systems...

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