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Apple hasn’t even finalized the date for the iPhone 18 Pro launch event yet, but it’s already wrapping up the software groundwork needed to roll out the stable iOS 27 update alongside it. The company just pushed beta 7 for its entire fall lineup, iOS 27 through visionOS 27. So what exactly landed in Beta 7? Today’s drop includes upgrades across the board: iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, tvOS 27, watchOS 27, and visionOS 27. The drop follows beta 6 from just a week earlier.  Build numbers move forward across the board: iOS and iPadOS move to 24A5424a while…

A lot can change in 35 years. In 1991, the Cold War was ending, Nirvana was rolling out Nevermind, the first website was launched, and Nintendo was introducing the SNES across North America. Around the same time, a small gaming magazine called Game Informer rolled out its debut issue, with a picture of Sonic the Hedgehog gracing its cover.While the world has shifted a lot over those decades, I hope our magazine has remained a trusted and entertaining place to stay connected and engaged with your gaming. Game Informer has been along for the ride of gaming’s rise to prominence, celebrating the hobby…

Apple has started rolling out its long-rumored AI shopping assistant, and it’s already appearing on some iPhones. Select users now see a new chat-style icon in the Apple Store app, replacing the usual search button (via 9to5Mac). Tapping the icon reveals a virtual assistant ready to help you shop. However, Apple has not made a formal announcement, and it appears to be a limited rollout for testing. Apple tipped its hand months ago You might remember hearing whispers about this back in July. Apple quietly updated the Apple Store app’s privacy policy with a new section called Virtual Shopping Assistant,…

Another month, another streaming price hike. This time, it’s ESPN that’s taking a turn at your wallet. Starting September 17, ESPN Select and ESPN Unlimited will both cost more (via ESPN support). The ripple effect will also reach several Disney+ and Hulu bundles, making this the first price increase since ESPN’s standalone app launched last August. So what exactly is changing on September 17th? ESPN Select climbs from $12.99 to $13.99 a month for a $1 increase, with the annual plan rising from $129.99 to $139.99 for a $10 bump. ESPN Unlimited follows a similar pattern. It’s going from $29.99…

Scratched screens are one of those small annoyances nobody really knows how to solve. A new tipster claims Samsung and Corning could be changing that equation with the Galaxy S27 Ultra, using a display coating that doesn’t just resist scratches, but actually heals them. So what exactly is this self-healing coating supposed to do? Tipster @phonefuturist (a.k.a. Schrodinger online) says both companies are working on a next-generation Gorilla Armor protective coating focused on healing micro-scratches on its surface.  Instead of making the glass tougher to scratch in the first place, as manufacturers have done so far, the upcoming version could…

Talking about Blood Dungeon is impossible without making at least some reference to Vampire Survivors. Blood Dungeon is clearly born from Vampire Survivors’ undeniable loop and sense of progression, but developer Messhof addresses arguably the primary shortcoming of the 2022 Bullet Heaven game (I think that’s what we’ve agreed to call these, right?): movement. Moving in Blood Dungeon is fun and it sets the game apart within the genre and demands enjoyable skill from the player, but some balance annoyances keep the game from soaring. Blood Dungeon is a functional platformer before you are even awarded the first upgrade to your…

Making your own stickers at home sounds simple enough in theory. You come up with an idea, turn it into a design, print it, and before long, you have something ready to peel and stick. However, anyone who has worked with a traditional Print Then Cut setup knows there are often quite a few tedious steps hiding between that initial spark and the finished product. In reality, a typical workflow might start with designing on one screen, sending the file to a household inkjet printer, moving the printed sheet to a completely separate cutting machine, struggling to get everything aligned,…

The Witcher 4 is officially launching in 2028. The news comes via a video posted to the official Witcher social media accounts, wherein  CD Projekt Red joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski gives an update on the gaming series ahead of Gamescom. The Witcher IV will not be present during Opening Night Live, nor will the RPG be playable on the show floor, but understanding fans’ hunger for an update on the highly-anticipated sequel, Nowakowski confirmed the launch window.”While we’re not showing the Witcher 4 at the event, and we’re not ready to share an exact date, I can tell you this: The…

Shokz just gave its bone-conduction lineup a serious refresh. The company unveiled the OpenRun Air 2, a lighter, more compact sports headphone built for runners, cyclists, and anyone who wants to stay aware of their surroundings during workouts. It swaps the old proprietary charging cable for USB-C, bumps battery life to 10 hours, and reworks the fit to feel almost invisible on your ears. OpenRun Air 2 launches August 27 for $129.95 in Black and Ice Blue, giving budget-conscious runners a lighter way to stay open-eared. What’s new with the OpenRun Air 2’s design and battery? The headline change here…

Gamescom kicks off this week at the Koelnmesse convention center in Cologne, Germany, with its annual stage show, Opening Night Live. Taking place Tuesday, August 25, and hosted by Geoff Keighley, the event is the second of the three annual Keighley showcases (along with Summer Game Fest and The Game Awards) that will feature two hours of video game trailers. Expect to watch world premieres of new titles and updates for previously announced games. Here’s where and when to catch the event.Opening Night Live kicks off at 8:00 p.m. CEST. For viewers watching in the U.S., that’s a start time…