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Google on Wednesday rolled out the Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1.1 to developers and testers. Initially introduced on Pixel, the update arrives almost two weeks after Google released Android 16 following the I/O 2025 developer conference. It is said to carry fixes for various issues reported by users in previous iterations. This includes resolutions for a bug that caused the navigation buttons to become unresponsive, fingerprint authentication failure, and app crashes.Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1.1 ChangesGoogle’s release notes state that the new Android 16 QPR1 Beta 1.1 update fixes an issue where navigation buttons would become unresponsive, reported on the…
Grasshopper Manufacture, led by Suda 51 and Ren Yamazaki, has revealed its next game after a long hiatus. It’s called Romeo is a Dead Man and is due out sometime in 2026. Suda 51 describes it as an “ultra-violent science fiction” action game in which you play as Romeo Stargazer, an FBI investigator who tracks down wanted criminals across spacetime. Revealed during today’s PlayStation State of Play, it’s a gore-filled, bloody action game with lots of swords, guns, and heads to explode, with some wild-looking enemies to boot. Romeo, himself, is a mysterious protagonist, but Suda 51 says there will be…
Samsung is expected to unveil its Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 foldable smartphones soon. A new report claims that an Unpacked launch event will take place in New York to unveil the handsets. The South Korean giant has not yet confirmed this claim. The upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event is also expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE and possibly an Ultra variant of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 handset. The event is tipped to take place some time next month, although an exact date has not yet been suggested.Upcoming Galaxy Unpacked Event to Be Held…
WWDC 2025 kicks off next week with Apple expected to preview the latest operating system (OS) iterations for its devices, but that may not be all. As per a report, the company will announce several new features for its audio products such as the AirPods Pro 2 and the AirPods 4. It could bring new head gestures which may allow users to toggle Conversation Awareness to adjust volume by moving their head. Further, the AirPods may also be able to detect when a user has fallen asleep to pause music playback.AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 New Features9to5Mac reports that Apple…
Lumines is getting the Tetris Effect treatment in the form of Lumines Arise. The upcoming puzzler enhances and reimagines the beloved series as a synesthesia-fueled experience. From the creators of Tetris Effect: Connected, Lumines tasks players with matching ever-changing tiles to create score-multiplying combos to an eclectic soundtrack. Sporting dream-like visuals and impressive particle effects, the game looks as pleasing to the senses as its Tetris counterpart. A free demo will be available this summer and features single and multiplayer play. Look for Lumines Arise on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation VR2 this fall.
Earlier this year, Meta announced Aria Gen 2 as a research-focussed wearable device and the successor to 2020’s Project Aria. The company has now taken a deep dive into the technology which powers the second generation of the AI and ML-powered smart glasses. It comes with a number of improvements compared to the first generation model, featuring upgraded sensors, hand and eye tracking systems, and a photoplethysmography (PPG) sensor just like the Apple Watch.According to Meta, the Aria Gen 2 maintains its lightweight design, weighing between 74-76g. The smart glasses are said to boast improved wearability and comfort, with folding arms…
2019’s Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night was a well-received spiritual successor to Castlevania: Symphony of the Night by that game’s mastermind, Koji Igarashi. It’s been five years since that game launched, but we’re finally getting a true follow-up with the reveal of Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement. This prequel to Ritual of the Night retains the 2D Castlevania-inspired action of its predecessor. In terms of story, the game’s synopsis states, “Leo and the fearless Black Wolves as they prepare to storm the cursed Ethereal Castle and confront the rising darkness. Under the command of Lord Theodore, the warriors face horrific beasts and…
We finally got a closer look at what to expect from the next installment of the horror series. Today’s PlayStation Sate of Play gave us a deeper look at Silent Hill f, the new mainline entry for the long-running horror franchise. Silent Hill f returns players to the same style of creepy vibes they’ve come to expect, but centers the action and terror in a significantly more Japanese-inspired setting and tone. The game follows protagonist Hinako Shimizu, a high schooler who is exploring the town of Ebisugaoka, Japan, which has been consumed by fog, and dealing with horrific monsters and puzzles in…
Square Enix has revealed Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles, a remaster package that includes a new and enhanced version of the original Final Fantasy Tactics and the classic version with the War of the Lions translation. It launches on September 30. The enhanced version features fully voiced dialogue, an optimized and updated UI, graphical improvements, and a number of other quality-of-life features. The classic version unites the gameplay and visuals of the original Final Fantasy Tactics with the War of the Lions translation alongside convenient features like auto-save and more. You can check out the Final Fantasy Tactics – The…
Nioh, the intense action RPG from Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo, is getting a third entry. Unlike the last two games, this one includes a split combat style, allowing you to swap between samurai and ninja styles. You can get a look for yourself with the trailer below. The ninja style looks to be more fluid and acrobatic than the game’s standard style, and in one shot, we can even see the player swap mid-battle. Stages have also expanded into open fields, which general producer Fumihiko Yasuda says will significantly increase player freedom and exploration in the game.The trailer shows off…