Konami has confirmed that the upcoming Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 will run at 30 frames per second (fps), with the original Metal Gear Solid remaining locked at this lower framerate despite being remastered. Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater will run at 60fps on most platforms but not on the Nintendo Switch, and none of the games in the collection will have 4K resolution support.
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer's analysis of the challenges faced by AAA video game publishers in the age of subscription platforms like Xbox Game Pass highlights the declining dominance of big publishers, their dependency on established franchises, and the need for new paradigms in the industry.
Unity has reversed its controversial pricing scheme after facing backlash from users, with a new policy that is more favorable for independent developers and eliminates the runtime fee for current versions of Unity.
T-Mobile is transitioning to Google's Jibe platform for its RCS backend, enhancing the messaging experience for users by offering new features like Rich Business Messaging and providing a more consistent messaging experience across carriers.
A player has managed to beat The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom without ever touching the ground in Hyrule by utilizing the game's navigation tools and fairies to survive the final boss fight.
Microsoft's leaked documents reveal plans for new Xbox consoles with a redesigned controller, mid-generation refreshes, and potential changes for the next generation, but the ideas presented are deemed problematic and unambitious, calling for a more radical approach that aligns with PC innovation.
Apple's iPhone 15 lineup offers small but powerful updates, including the switch from Lightning to USB-C charging, an Action Button for quick access functions, the Dynamic Island for enhanced notifications, and a travel-friendly design, making them the best travel-friendly phones yet.
Pinarello has launched the Dogma X, an endurance road bike designed for long days in the saddle, featuring boosted tyre clearance, a new Endurance geometry, and an eye-catching X-Stays seat stay design.
Apple has released emergency security patches for iOS, iPadOS, and WatchOS to fix zero-day vulnerabilities that may have been actively exploited, urging users to update their devices immediately.
Patch 3 for Baldur's Gate 3, set to release on September 22, will introduce a magic mirror in the game's camp that allows players to customize their character's appearance post-creation, while also providing bug fixes and performance enhancements.
Samsung has accidentally leaked its latest Fan Edition devices, including the Galaxy S23 FE smartphone and Galaxy Tab S9 FE tablet, on its Argentinian website, hinting at a possible announcement on October 4.
The leak reveals the three colors of the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, which include Sky Blue, Porcelain, Obsidian Black for the Pixel 8 Pro and Peony Rose, Grey, Obsidian Black for the Pixel 8.
Anker is offering discounts on USB-C accessories for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro on Amazon, including portable batteries, a MagSafe-compatible charger stand, and USB-C wall chargers.
The iPhone 16 Pro models, expected to launch in September 2024, are rumored to have larger displays, a 48-megapixel Ultra Wide lens, Wi-Fi 7 support, and a 5x optical zoom on the Pro model.
Apple advises users to update their iPhone 15 devices to iOS 17.0.2 before transferring data from another iPhone to avoid encountering issues and to ensure a smooth transfer process.
Patch 3 for Baldur's Gate 3 is a massive update with extensive gameplay adjustments, technical improvements, and bug fixes.
Apple has advised users that holding the new iPhone 15 Pro without a case may temporarily alter the color of the titanium frame due to the oil from their skin, but the condition can be easily resolved by wiping it with a soft cloth.
The updated second-generation AirPods Pro with a USB-C charging case support lossless audio with Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset due to the H2 chip's 5GHz support, enabling ultra-low latency and less interference compared to the original AirPods Pro with a Lightning case limited to the 2.4GHz band.
The FineWoven case for the iPhone 15 Pro Max has been criticized for its susceptibility to stains and scuffs, as well as its high price, raising concerns about its long-term durability.
The release of Apple's iPhone 15 in China is being closely watched, with strong pre-orders indicating demand despite concerns about government curbs and competition from Huawei.
The iPhone 15 Pro's rounded titanium edges do not provide better drop test durability compared to the iPhone 14 Pro's flat stainless band, as impact is spread into the front and back glass, causing spiderwebbing cracks.
Apple is expected to achieve year-over-year growth in Q4 thanks to better than expected iPhone revenue and profit, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Plus performing well, while the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro may face order cuts if their prices are not reduced, according to Ming-Chi Kuo's analysis based on supply chain sources.
Nintendo has announced that it will be adding Kirby & The Amazing Mirror to its Switch Online + Expansion Pack service, offering both local and online support for subscribers.
People in China lined up at an Apple store in Beijing to buy the new iPhone 15, defying concerns about nationalist sentiment affecting Apple's sales in the country, with iPhone 15 sales via JD's Dada one-hour delivery app surging by 253% compared to last year's iPhone 14.
Fujifilm has introduced the Instax Pal, a palm-sized digital camera designed to capture images for printing on Fujifilm's Instax Link series printers or saving to a smartphone or microSD card, offering users a portable solution for capturing spontaneous moments.
Generative AI, which includes language models like ChatGPT and image generators like DALL·E 2, has led to the emergence of "digital necromancy," raising the ethical concern of communicating with digital simulations of the deceased, although it can be seen as an extension of existing practices of remembrance and commemoration rather than a disruptive force.
Reports of the iPhone 15 Pro overheating may be due to design compromises made to achieve a lighter weight, according to a top Apple supply chain analyst.
Apple's shift to USB-C for the iPhone 15 allows for compatibility with a wider range of tech accessories, but caution should be exercised when purchasing cheap chargers and cords that may cause overheating or other issues.
Apple designer Jony Ive and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman are reportedly in talks to collaborate on building a new AI hardware product, backed by OpenAI's ChatGPT, with the involvement of SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son.
The iPhone 15 Pro offers advanced technology and features not available on the older iPhone 12 Pro, making it worth considering for an upgrade.
The first developer beta of iOS 17.1 is now available and includes features such as a favoriting system in Apple Music, smarter playlists, AirDrop using the internet, and the ability to view bank account details in Wallet.
Microsoft's Bing search engine has always been just a bargaining chip for Apple in its search-engine wars with Google, according to a Microsoft executive, who also revealed that Microsoft has been trying for years to convince Apple to switch to Bing as the default search engine for iPhones.
Meta is releasing a new model of smart glasses called the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, which serve as both headphones and a camera, with improved features such as upgraded microphones and higher-quality photos and videos, aiming to provide users with a more versatile and visually appealing option in the smart glasses market.
Meta announced the Quest 3, a more expensive VR headset than its predecessor, featuring a powerful Qualcomm chip, better screens, and the ability to view the world outside the headset, with preorders opening on Wednesday and shipping starting on October 10.
Samsung may launch its Galaxy S24 series around January 18, 2024, as the company aims to compete with the iPhone 15 series, starting mass production of the new flagship phones in November.
Pre-orders for the Pixel 8 Pro in the US will come with a free Pixel Watch 2, while the Pixel 8 is rumored to be priced $100 higher and the leaked Google Store pages also reveal features such as Clear Calling, Live Translate, camera enhancements, and fast-charging capabilities.
Sony has reportedly been hacked by a ransomware group, Ransomed.vc, who claims to have compromised all of Sony's systems and plans to sell the stolen data if no interested buyer comes forward by September 28.
In October, PlayStation Plus subscribers can look forward to three games: The Callisto Protocol, Farming Simulator 22, and Weird West, offering a variety of genres and experiences for players to enjoy.
A group of Star Wars fans in the US have filed a class action lawsuit against Aspyr and Saber Interactive, the developers and publishers of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II for the Nintendo Switch, demanding refunds after the promised DLC was never released.
The Pixel Watch 2 is expected to have advanced health features, a safety check feature, faster internals, and new watch bands, making it a significant upgrade over its predecessor.
Former Microsoft executive Panos Panay has been chosen to lead Amazon's Devices & Services business, signalling a potential shift in focus for the division which had been impacted by layoffs.
Meta's annual Connect conference introduced new hardware, including the Meta Quest 3 headset with improved passthrough tech, higher resolution displays, and better graphics, as well as features such as Xbox Cloud Gaming, Emu image generation, Ray-Ban smart glasses, and Meta AI-powered bots for messaging apps.