Games
* Free update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is out now and adds playable character Dixie. * The update is free for all owners and also includes a performance boost on Switch 2. * Players should download the update before playing to access Dixie and take advantage of Switch 2 improvements. What
AI
* Adobe has expanded AI-powered video tools for Premiere and After Effects. * The company is committing USD $10 million in new Film & TV Fund grants for creators. * The updates target faster editing and effects workflows for video professionals and independent creators. * Adobe pairs product improvements with funding to accelerate creator-led
Gadgets
* Key Takeaways: * TerraMaster launched the D1 SSD Pro, an 80Gbps Thunderbolt 5 SSD enclosure aimed at professionals. * The fanless design promises silent operation while delivering up to 7,061 MB/s for demanding workloads. * Target use cases include 8K video editing and high-performance storage for Mac and PC workflows. Overview
Chips
• Key Takeaways: • Rumors indicate Asus and Gigabyte plan GPU price increases of up to 15%. • Price hikes are reportedly tied to VRAM: cards with 16GB or more could see the full 15% rise. • Models with 8GB of VRAM may face a smaller increase—around 10%—according to the report. • These
Games
* Kurt Kuhlmann, Bethesda’s longtime loremaster, reportedly had plans that would have steered The Elder Scrolls 6 toward a much darker tone. * If Bethesda had kept Kuhlmann in charge, the next Elder Scrolls could have explored grimmer themes and more morally ambiguous storytelling. * A darker TES6 would have risked dividing
AI
* AI is now the primary method used to count sheep at V&V Walsh’s Bunbury processing facility. * The move signals growing adoption of automation and data-driven traceability in South West agriculture. * Processors expect gains in counting accuracy, operational efficiency and supply-chain transparency. * Local producers may see faster reconciliations
Gadgets
• Samsung is kicking off 2026 with its much-anticipated Blue Tag Sale (BTS). • The promotion gives South African shoppers a chance to upgrade Galaxy devices with “incredible value.” • Details on models, discounts and timing will be available from Samsung South Africa and retail partners. What the Blue Tag Sale is — and
Gadgets
* Key Takeaways: * Samsung Korea's official sign-up page for the Galaxy Book 6 series lists full specifications and pricing for the Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Galaxy Book 6 Ultra. * The information surfaced on Samsung's Korea site as a registration page inviting users to sign up for
Gadgets
• Key Takeaways: • Apple leaker Jon Prosser claims the iPhone 18 Pro will ditch the Dynamic Island in favor of a top-left hole‑punch camera. • The rumor also mentions new burgundy color options and a variable‑aperture camera system for improved imaging flexibility. • If true, the change would be a major
Gadgets
* Watch Ultimate 2 receives a firmware update that adds screening for heart failure and coronary disease. * Huawei positions the watch as extending heart‑health monitoring capabilities beyond basic vitals. * This is a screening tool — not a medical diagnosis — and users should consult health professionals for confirmed assessment. What changed Huawei
Gadgets
• Leak points to a premium, square G-Shock that combines classic rugged styling with metal construction and built-in heart-rate sensors. • The design appears aimed at fitness-focused users who want G-Shock durability plus modern health tracking. • Details remain unconfirmed; Casio has not announced an official model name, price, or launch date. • If
Gadgets
* Smaller selfie cutout likely moved to a punch‑hole design. * Face ID sensors reportedly placed under the display. * Apple is said to be redesigning the Dynamic Island as part of a display overhaul. What the leaks say Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro is reportedly getting a substantial display revamp that
