Adobe is developing “IP-safe” gen AI models for the entertainment industry
As Hollywood continues to embrace generative AI, Adobe is taking steps to make its Firefly suite of creative tools the go-to for studios' entertainment production needs. Timed to this year's Sundance Film Festival, Adobe has announced that it is working with …
2026-01-22T14:01:06Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The company has partnered with directors, talent agencies, and art schools to create AI models tailored to entertainment workflows. The company has partnered wi… [+4738 chars]
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Laika’s Next Film Hits Theaters in October, but Not in the Way You’d Expect
'Wildwood,' directed by Travis Knight, will be distributed by Fathom Entertainment.
2026-01-20T18:00:50Z
Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Stringsthe films of the animation studio Laika are legendary. However, its most recent film, Missing Link, was released way back in 2019. What’s … [+4360 chars]
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‘Wizard of Oz’ Will Be Broadcast on TV for the First Time This Century
MeTV, a network focused on classic entertainment, will show the 1939 favorite as part of its Halloween programming.
2026-02-06T13:00:32Z
Older generations of film fans can remember a time when The Wizard of Oz made an annual appearance on broadcast TV. Now the 1939 classic is more associated with the AI-enhanced version shown at the S… [+1570 chars]
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The Best Use for Smart Glasses Might Have Nothing to Do With Entertainment
It's not all about getting email notifications plastered on your eyeballs.
2026-01-23T17:20:14Z
Smart glasses might be relatively new as a category, but I’ve seen them pitched in a lot of ways already. There are smart glasses for gaming, smart glasses for music, smart glasses for sports, smart … [+3633 chars]
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Telly only had 35,000 TVs in people’s homes last fall
This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. When free TV startup Telly came out of stealth in 2023, it did so with big promises: Company e…
2026-01-22T16:53:13Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Few TVs installed, many broken in transit. Few TVs installed, many broken in transit. by Janko RoettgersClose Lowpass author, Verge contributor Posts from t… [+5344 chars]
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Disney says Josh D’Amaro will replace Bob Iger as CEO
Disney has picked a successor for longtime CEO Bob Iger. On Tuesday, the entertainment giant announced that its theme parks head, Josh D'Amaro, will take over as CEO on March 18th, 2026. Rumors about Iger's replacement have been swirling for more than a year …
2026-02-03T14:14:40Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> DAmaro, who serves as the head of Disneys theme parks, will take over for Iger on March 18th. DAmaro, who serves as the head of Disneys theme parks, will take o… [+2522 chars]
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Sony’s TV business is being taken over by TCL
Sony has announced plans to spin off its TV hardware business, shifting it to a new joint venture with TCL. The two companies have signed a non-binding agreement for Sony's home entertainment business, with TCL set to hold a 51 percent stake in the new ventur…
2026-01-20T10:21:49Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The two companies are planning to form a new joint venture that will carry the Sony and Bravia branding. The two companies are planning to form a new joint vent… [+2861 chars]
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What Netflix’s Warner Bros. deal could mean for TVs and remotes
This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. If you're in the market for a new TV, you'll have plenty of different options these days, rang…
2026-01-28T22:22:19Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Smart TV makers have long been forced to jump through many hoops to carry the Netflix app. Will that change once Netflix gets its hands on HBO Max? Smart TV mak… [+8007 chars]
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A second US Sphere could come to Maryland
Sphere Entertainment, the company behind the eye-catching interactive venue in Las Vegas, has announced its "intent to develop" another Sphere in Maryland that will be located 15 minutes south of Washington, DC. A timeline and exact location haven't been fina…
2026-01-19T19:35:52Z
<ul><li></li><li></li></ul> The proposed venue would be one of the first smaller-scale Spheres with seating for 6,000 people instead of over 17,000. The proposed venue would be one of the first sma… [+2846 chars]
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Netflix is eating Hollywood — because it has to
On today’s episode of Decoder, I’m talking about the bidding war over Warner Bros. Discovery, which is the biggest story in the entertainment industry right now, and for good reason. It has pretty much everything you could want in a buzzy Hollywood saga — big…
2026-01-29T14:34:35Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Netflix is eating Hollywood because it has to What the bidding war over Warner Bros. Discovery says about the future of Hollywood, with Pucks Julia Alexander. … [+5610 chars]
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Game consoles built streaming — until it outgrew them
This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. It's been a rough couple of days for gamers who also love to binge their favorite TV shows wit…
2026-02-05T15:53:42Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Its the end of an era: Hulu ends support for its Nintendo Switch app, while Netflix says goodbye to the PlayStation 3. Its the end of an era: Hulu ends support … [+5191 chars]
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How Gorilla Tag is weathering the VR winter
This is Lowpass by Janko Roettgers, a newsletter on the ever-evolving intersection of tech and entertainment, syndicated just for The Verge subscribers once a week. The VR industry has been on edge since Meta's massive job cuts earlier this year: One exec cal…
2026-02-11T22:24:38Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The popular VR game is breaking audience records, all while its makers are working on a mobile offshoot, a TV show and a Gorillacon live event. The popular VR g… [+6939 chars]
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Amazon is turning Fallout’s postapocalypse into a reality show
Move over Squid Game: another bleak fictional world is being turned into competitive reality television. In the midst of season 2 of Fallout, Amazon has announced a new series called Fallout Shelter. According to a casting call, the show will put competitors …
2026-01-15T17:35:35Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Fallout Shelter is coming from the same minds behind Squid Game: The Challenge. Fallout Shelter is coming from the same minds behind Squid Game: The Challenge. … [+2558 chars]
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PlayStation’s next big games showcase is on February 12th
Nintendo and Xbox each had their turn, and now PlayStation is up. Sony just announced its next big State of Play showcase, which will stream on February 12th at 5PM ET. There aren't many details on what to expect, but Sony says that the event will be more tha…
2026-02-09T13:50:00Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The stream will be more than an hour long. The stream will be more than an hour long. by Andrew WebsterClose Senior entertainment editor Posts from this aut… [+2210 chars]
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Here’s a new look at Beast of Reincarnation, from the team behind Pokémon
It's been a bit of a wait, but a big new game from Pokémon developer Game Freak is almost here. During the Xbox Developer Direct showcase, the studio showed off more gameplay for its action RPG Beast of Incarnation, and confirmed that it will be launching in …
2026-01-22T18:55:12Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Game Freaks ambitious action game is launching this summer. Game Freaks ambitious action game is launching this summer. by Andrew WebsterClose Senior enterta… [+2460 chars]
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The Sphere Could be Headed to Your City (With a Smaller Footprint)
The company behind Vegas’s Sphere venue announced plans to bring a smaller version of its venue to the National Harbor in D.C, and more could be coming to additional cities.
2026-01-20T21:15:02Z
The company behind Las Vegass Sphere announced plans on Monday to bring a smaller version of the orb-shaped venue to the National Harbor outside Washington, D.C. The Sphere, which is covered by a gi… [+2382 chars]
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Dave Filoni takes charge of Star Wars as new president of Lucasfilm
There's a new name in charge of stewarding Star Wars at Lucasfilm. The studio just announced that Dave Filoni - best-known for his work on The Mandalorian and The Clone Wars - will be taking over as president. Former president Kathleen Kennedy, whose departur…
2026-01-15T23:04:52Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> He takes over the role from long-time president Kathleen Kennedy. He takes over the role from long-time president Kathleen Kennedy. by Andrew WebsterClose Se… [+3244 chars]
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Ted Lasso season 4 hits Apple TV in the summer
One of Apple TV's biggest hits is returning later this year: the streamer confirmed that season 4 of Ted Lasso will premiere this summer. There's no firm date beyond that, but the announcement marks an important moment for the service, as the show, which is o…
2026-01-28T14:02:22Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> This time coach Lasso is heading up a new womens soccer club. This time coach Lasso is heading up a new womens soccer club. by Andrew WebsterClose Senior ent… [+3040 chars]
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Life is Strange will bring the Max and Chloe story to an end in new game
A little over a decade ago, Life is Strange burst onto the scene with a unique blend of teen drama and interactive storytelling. That first game told the story of Max Caulfield, who had the supernatural ability to reverse time, and her best friend Chloe Price…
2026-01-20T16:52:53Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Life is Strange: Reunion launches in March. Life is Strange: Reunion launches in March. by Andrew WebsterClose Senior entertainment editor Posts from this a… [+2865 chars]
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Amazon didn’t have to go far to find its live-action Kratos
Amazon has announced the first cast member of its God of War live-action adaptation on Prime Video. Ryan Hurst, known for his work as Opie in Sons of Anarchy and Beta in The Walking Dead, will play the titular God of War, Kratos. Though the casting might come…
2026-01-14T20:47:08Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Its a voice actor from the games, but not the one youre thinking. Its a voice actor from the games, but not the one youre thinking. by Ash ParrishClose Ash P… [+2227 chars]
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Big Three? More like Big T — switch to T-Mobile and you could save $1,000/yr on wireless with new deal
T-Mobile's newest wireless plan comes with a bounty of entertainment perks and may save you a ton of cash in 2026.
2026-01-22T18:08:52Z
T-Mobile deals come and go all of the time, but a completely new wireless plan? That's a cause for celebration. The legendary mobile provider just launched a promotion called the "Family Value" plan,… [+1833 chars]
Learn MoreBusiness Insider's entertainment team predicts who will take home a Grammy
In this Saturday edition of Business Insider Today, our entertainment team discusses who they think will take home a golden statuette.
2026-01-31T11:38:01Z
DON EMMERT/ Getty Images <ul><li>This post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter.</li><li>You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here.</li></ul>Grammy's night forecast: clo… [+2088 chars]
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Live Nation’s monopoly trial is reportedly fracturing Trump’s Justice Department
Live Nation executives have reportedly sidestepped the Justice Department's antitrust division to negotiate directly with more sympathetic senior officials in the hopes of avoiding a monopoly trial. Citing "people familiar with the matter," Semafor reports th…
2026-02-09T12:22:41Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Settlement discussions are taking place with pro-business DOJ officials outside of the antitrust division. Settlement discussions are taking place with pro-busi… [+2871 chars]
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Gear News of the Week: Apple’s AI Wearable and a Phone That Can Boot Android, Linux, and Windows
Plus: Asus exits the smartphone market, and Sony partners with TCL on TVs.
2026-01-24T11:00:00Z
The NexPhone is a rugged device powered by a Qualcomm QCM64490 chip with a reportedly long support road map (through 2036), plus 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a 6.58-inch, 120-Hz screen refres… [+2760 chars]
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The Switch 2’s GameShare multiplayer turns this horror game into an unexpected comedy
GameShare, a multiplayer feature that's exclusive to the Switch 2, is a neat concept that so far has mostly been used in pretty standard ways. It lets you use one copy of a game and beam it to multiple Switches, making it a great way to experience local co-op…
2026-02-10T21:48:34Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Tokyo Scramble becomes a very different experience when played with a group. Tokyo Scramble becomes a very different experience when played with a group. by A… [+5150 chars]
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Apple TV details its 2026 streaming lineup with big list of announcements
For much of its existence, Apple's streaming service has seemed intent to focus on quality over quantity, offering some great shows but often feeling barren in comparison to competitors like Netflix and Disney. But as Apple TV looks to expand its reach to hit…
2026-02-04T17:10:39Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The streaming service continues its push to reach a larger audience. The streaming service continues its push to reach a larger audience. by Andrew WebsterClo… [+4347 chars]
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Half of developers think gen AI is bad for the gaming industry
While generative AI is being adopted at various levels of game development, a new survey suggests that developers increasingly think the technology is bad for the industry. According to the most recent survey from the Game Developers Conference, 52 percent of…
2026-01-28T20:35:29Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> A new survey from the Game Developers Conference reveals how many developers feel about the technology. A new survey from the Game Developers Conference reveals… [+4167 chars]
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Dragon Quest gets another great remake that’s perfect for newcomers
When a video game series goes on for a long time, it raises a question for newcomers: Just where is the best place to jump in? In the case of Dragon Quest, there are nearly a dozen mainline titles, not to mention copious spinoffs and ports that span four deca…
2026-01-30T22:00:42Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Dragon Quest VII Reimagined might be the most approachable game in the series to date. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined might be the most approachable game in the se… [+5559 chars]
Learn MoreNetflix revises Warner Bros. bid to an all-cash offer
Netflix has updated the acquisition terms for its Warner Bros. Discovery offer to an all-cash deal, replacing its initial $82.7 billion cash and stock agreement. The changes are designed to expedite the sale of WBD studios and streaming businesses, following …
2026-01-20T12:38:31Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Netflix is hoping to expedite the acquisition by replacing its previous mixed cash and stock deal. Netflix is hoping to expedite the acquisition by replacing it… [+3418 chars]
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ElevenLabs made an AI album to plug its music generator
ElevenLabs has released an album of AI-generated songs in its latest attempt to separate itself from the ethical concerns surrounding AI music. The Eleven Album aims to showcase "how artists can use AI to expand their creative range while maintaining full aut…
2026-01-21T15:44:08Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The Eleven Album is supposed to showcase how artists can use AI to expand their creative range. The Eleven Album is supposed to showcase how artists can use AI … [+3191 chars]
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Spotify is hiking prices again
The price of Spotify Premium is about to jump again in the US, marking its third price hike since 2023. Spotify announced that subscribers in the US, Estonia, and Latvia will be contacted about the updated pricing over the coming month. Individual Premium pla…
2026-01-15T12:41:54Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Premium, Duo, Family, and Student users in the US will be charged more from their next billing date. Premium, Duo, Family, and Student users in the US will be c… [+2608 chars]
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NBC Sports’ new real-time player tracking lets viewers focus on their favorite athletes
NBC Sports introduced a new AI-powered player tracking system that will let viewers on mobile devices zoom in and focus on their favorite athletes. It's the first time the viztrick AiDi technology, which was developed by Japan's Nippon Television Network, wil…
2026-01-14T14:45:05Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The technology was developed in Japan and will be used by NBC Sports during live event coverage starting this year. The technology was developed in Japan and wi… [+2683 chars]
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Pijama wants to bring more indie films to a global audience
Every year, countless independent films without distribution deals make their debuts on the festival circuit only to disappear into the ether before the general public has had a chance to see them. Pijama, a new VOD streaming service, is trying to change that…
2026-01-15T18:05:48Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The new VOD streaming service will let filmmakers choose how much to charge for their work. The new VOD streaming service will let filmmakers choose how much to… [+3447 chars]
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A former Netflix game studio went indie to reach more players
When Netflix first acquired cozy game developer Spry Fox in 2022, it made a lot of sense. The studio had been around for over a decade and had several hits with mobile games like Triple Town and Alphabear. That approachable style of puzzle game seemed like a …
2026-01-27T18:24:48Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The cofounder of Spirit Crossing developer Spry Fox explains why the studio went back to being independent. The cofounder of Spirit Crossing developer Spry Fox … [+6961 chars]
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Insignia’s 32″ Smart Fire TV Is Nearly 50% Off Before the Super Bowl, Now Cheaper Than No-Name Portable Monitors
Now is a great time to add a new screen to your entertainment setup. The post Insignia’s 32″ Smart Fire TV Is Nearly 50% Off Before the Super Bowl, Now Cheaper Than No-Name Portable Monitors appeared first on Kotaku.
2026-01-26T15:35:17Z
Entertainment upgrades can cost a pretty penny, whether youre after a new screen or just want to add some nice speakers for fuller sound to your setup. Thats not the case today, though. Right now, t… [+2906 chars]
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Ubisoft Says ‘Don’t Worry’ As Division 3 Boss Heads To Battlefield After Previously Denying He Was Leaving
Rumors about The Division producer Julian Gerighty's departure started in October, which developer Massive Entertainment promptly denied The post Ubisoft Says ‘Don’t Worry’ As Division 3 Boss Heads To Battlefield After Previously Denying He Was Leaving appear…
2026-01-16T15:57:59Z
Julian Gerighty, executive producer on Tom Clancy’s The Division, has parted ways with Ubisoft after almost 27 years with the companyand only three months after the French conglomerate denied rumors … [+1909 chars]
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Crunchyroll is raising prices again
Crunchyroll is raising its prices in the US and "select international markets," including the first price hike to its lowest-priced tier since 2019. Here are the price changes, according to Crunchyroll: Fan Tier will increase from $7.99/month to $9.99/month. …
2026-02-02T19:42:04Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> But the cheapest tier is getting a new perk. But the cheapest tier is getting a new perk. by Jay PetersClose Posts from this author will be added to your dai… [+1856 chars]
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The Switch is now Nintendo’s best-selling console of all time
The original Switch is officially Nintendo's best-selling console of all time after surpassing the DS handheld in lifetime sales. In its latest earnings release, Nintendo reports that the Nintendo Switch has, as of December 31, 2025, sold 155.37 million units…
2026-02-03T07:08:20Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The DS has been overthrown, 12 years after it was discontinued. The DS has been overthrown, 12 years after it was discontinued. by Jess WeatherbedClose Posts… [+2176 chars]
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Spotify’s About the Song offers context and trivia about your favorite tracks
Spotify is launching About the Song in beta today, which offers context and facts about the song you're listening to. Premium users can scroll down to the new About the Song section for information while in the Now Playing view. At launch, it's only available…
2026-02-06T17:34:09Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Learn the inspiration and story behind songs without leaving the app. Learn the inspiration and story behind songs without leaving the app. by Terrence O'Brie… [+2205 chars]
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Disney deleted a Thread because people kept quoting its movies at it
"Share a Disney quote that sums up how you're feeling right now!" That's what Disney posted on Threads the other day, and people immediately replied with lines from Star Wars, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and even Mary Poppins. The throughline between all the…
2026-01-17T18:38:13Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> But dont worry, someone recorded the glorious anti-fascist replies for posterity. But dont worry, someone recorded the glorious anti-fascist replies for posteri… [+2029 chars]
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Spotify’s new group chats share music with everyone in your circle
Spotify is expanding its in-app messaging feature with group chats. Now you can add up to 10 friends and family members to your discussion about your new favorite song, podcast, or audiobook, as reported earlier by TechCrunch. The music streaming platform lau…
2026-01-29T17:36:13Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> You can add up to 10 friends and family members to a group chat. You can add up to 10 friends and family members to a group chat. by Emma RothClose Posts fro… [+2155 chars]
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Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 is on ‘pause’
Development on the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Borderlands 4 is on "pause," according to a statement from a Take-Two spokesperson given to Variety. "We made the difficult decision to pause development on that SKU," Take-Two spokesperson Alan Lewis said in th…
2026-02-03T21:56:13Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The game had already been delayed from a planned October 2025 release date. The game had already been delayed from a planned October 2025 release date. by Jay… [+2418 chars]
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How Music Helped Inspire the Not-Musical Stars of ‘The Bride!’
Like Frankenstein himself, crafting 'The Bride!' required a hodgepodge of songs from musicians of the past.
2026-02-08T15:30:44Z
Despite what its trailers may have you think, The Bride! isn’t actually a musical. But it does have a lot of singing, though, and a playlist of singers that have helped shape its title character. Sa… [+1640 chars]
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A New Life For An Old Amplifier
An audio amplifier was once a fairly simple analogue device, but in recent decades a typical home entertainment amplifier will have expanded to include many digital functions. When these break …read more
2026-01-14T21:00:28Z
An audio amplifier was once a fairly simple analogue device, but in recent decades a typical home entertainment amplifier will have expanded to include many digital functions. When these break they a… [+1073 chars]
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YouTube TV Plans are here: this is all you need to know about exact pricing, content
YouTube TV Plans are officially here, and the service detailed everything users need to know before hand.
2026-02-09T20:17:57Z
What you need to know <ul><li>YouTube TV Plans are officially rolling out to consumers this week, though it will extend over "several weeks" before everyone has it.</li><li>Plans include a Sports pl… [+3548 chars]
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The Best USB To VGA Converter For The Job
There are many adapters, dongles, and cables designed for interfacing display standards, and no doubt some of you have them in the glue of your entertainment system or work space. They’re gre…
2026-02-10T16:30:10Z
There are many adapters, dongles, and cables designed for interfacing display standards, and no doubt some of you have them in the glue of your entertainment system or work space. They’re great for s… [+1159 chars]
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Somehow, I’d Never Heard of This Post-Apocalyptic Football Movie
'The Blood of Heroes' was released in 1989 and stars Rutger Hauer, Delroy Lindo, and Vincent D'Onofrio.
2026-02-04T22:00:15Z
Ask anyone to name a few classic sci-fi or sports movies, and it’s incredibly easy to do. There are films like Star Wars, Alien, or 2001: A Space Odyssey on one side, and Bull Durham, Caddyshack, or … [+6650 chars]
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Reanimal wants to devour you
The woods in Reanimal are full of surprises. You will encounter human cadavers that slither like snakes, gigantic talking pigs, and, at one point, a forlorn, supersized whale who seems resigned to an agonizingly slow death. These variously monstrous beings in…
2026-02-10T17:34:59Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The new action-platformer from the makers of Little Nightmares is a horror feast. The new action-platformer from the makers of Little Nightmares is a horror fea… [+6273 chars]
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Ubisoft entlässt 55 Angestellte bei Massive Entertainment und Ubisoft Stockholm
Ubisoft streicht 55 Stellen, unter anderem bei Massive Entertainment. Zuvor hatte der Publisher den Angestellten die Möglichkeit gegeben, freiwillig zu gehen.
2026-01-13T14:53:00Z
Ubisoft streicht Stellen bei seinen schwedischen Spielestudios. Darüber informiert Ubisoft Angestellte in einem internen Schreiben, aus dem unter anderem das Branchenmagazin Gamesindustry.biz zitiert… [+1656 chars]
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You need to listen to the new Mandy, Indiana record: URGH
Often, I focus on recommending older media that isn't currently getting a ton of attention. But this week, I can't stop listening to the new Mandy, Indiana album long enough to even think about anything else. It's early still, obviously, but URGH is my favori…
2026-02-08T17:14:48Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Its vicious, dancey, and utterly captivating. Its vicious, dancey, and utterly captivating. by Terrence O'BrienClose Posts from this author will be added to … [+3694 chars]
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Pornhub Will Block New UK Users Starting Next Week to Protest ‘Flawed’ ID Law
Only users who have already registered and completed age verification will be able to access the world's largest porn site.
2026-01-27T16:09:13Z
Pornhub is blocking itself in the United Kingdom on February 2, arguing that the countrys age verification laws are ineffective, the company announced on Tuesday. As of February 2, only users who ha… [+3725 chars]
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Hey, you! Drop your phone bill to 50 bucks or less with my TOP 5 favorite wireless deals of the week
If you're tired of your phone bill, there are plenty of wireless companies that would be eager for your business. Here are my top 5 favorites deals available now.
2026-01-26T20:54:01Z
4. Better Value plan: $46.67/month for three lines at T-Mobile T-Mobile's new Better Value family plan comes with unlimited talk, text, and data, plus entertainment perks and free upgrades every two… [+170 chars]
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Ubisoft cancels Prince of Persia remake as part of major reorganization
Ubisoft is announcing a major reorganization, and with the changes, it's refocusing its portfolio and canceling some games, including the beleaguered remake of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time. With the reorganization, Ubisoft will focus its efforts on big…
2026-01-21T17:23:29Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Six games have been canceled, and Ubisoft is shutting down several studios and restructuring others. Six games have been canceled, and Ubisoft is shutting down … [+3234 chars]
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Roland’s Go:Mixer Studio turns your phone into a mobile music studio
Roland now offers a more capable audio mixer for phones and tablets with the launch of the Go:Mixer Studio. The Go:Mixer audio interface lineup has always been a bit limited, better suited for scrappy live streams and capturing quick demos on their phones tha…
2026-01-20T07:52:30Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> With 12 ins, six outs, MIDI, and built-in effects its the most powerful Go:Mixer yet. With 12 ins, six outs, MIDI, and built-in effects its the most powerful Go… [+2615 chars]
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Adobe Animate is shutting down next month
Adobe is pulling the plug on Adobe Animate. In a FAQ posted to Adobe's website, the company says it will stop selling the animation software on March 1st, citing the emergence of new platforms "that better serve the needs of the users." Users have until March…
2026-02-02T22:58:28Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The 2D animation app will no longer be available for purchase after March 1st, while existing users have one year to download their files. The 2D animation app … [+3448 chars]
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Melania documentary creators say its big price tag wasn’t bribery
The makers of Amazon's Melania documentary have defended its exorbitant cost following accusations of bribery to appease the Trump empire. Amazon paid $40 million to Melania Trump's production company for the film rights and another $35 million for marketing …
2026-01-30T13:10:29Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Sorry, its not a documentary but a creative experience. Sorry, its not a documentary but a creative experience. by Jess WeatherbedClose Posts from this autho… [+2647 chars]
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PlayStation’s live service push continues with a co-op Horizon spinoff
Sony is expanding its Horizon universe again with Horizon Hunters Gathering, a "cooperative action game" in development by franchise creator Guerrilla for PS5 and PC. Horizon Hunters Gathering lets "up to three players team up as heroic Hunters to protect a w…
2026-02-05T16:31:24Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Horizon Hunters Gathering lets you play with two friends on PS5 or PC. Horizon Hunters Gathering lets you play with two friends on PS5 or PC. by Jay PetersClo… [+3145 chars]
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HBO is turning Baldur’s Gate into a TV show
HBO is developing a Baldur's Gate TV show that will continue the story of Larian Studios' hit RPG Baldur's Gate 3, according to Deadline. The Last Of Us co-creator Craig Mazin will serve as the show's creator, writer, executive producer, and showrunner. While…
2026-02-06T00:50:16Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The series, helmed by Craig Mazin, will be a continuation of the events of Baldurs Gate 3. The series, helmed by Craig Mazin, will be a continuation of the even… [+2708 chars]
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You need to listen to M83’s icy post-rock record Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Ghosts
New York City got hit with a hell of a snowstorm last week. And, inevitably, when I'm watching the snow fall, wandering the oddly quiet streets after dark, people hiding inside and staying warm, I put on M83's sophomore record, Dead Cities, Red Seas & Lost Gh…
2026-02-01T17:54:08Z
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Ted Sarandos says Netflix will commit to 45-day theatrical releases
Though Netflix's plan to buy Warner Bros. Discovery has prompted concerns about how the deal might hurt the movie theater business, the streamer's co-CEO says that there is nothing to worry about. In a new interview with The New York Times, Netflix co-CEO Ted…
2026-01-16T18:24:07Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Netflixs co-CEO insists that the streamer has no desire of hurting the theatrical movie business. Netflixs co-CEO insists that the streamer has no desire of hur… [+3508 chars]
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Kaoss Pad V is the first major upgrade to Korg’s touch-based effects in 13 years
The Kaoss Pad has seen many different iterations, but the mainline effect unit and sampler hasn't received an update since the launch of the KP3+ in 2013. Korg has finally given it the attention it deserves with the release of the Kaoss Pad V. Rather than a d…
2026-01-18T03:51:15Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Its first in the series to support multitouch for controlling two effects at once. Its first in the series to support multitouch for controlling two effects at … [+2720 chars]
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Sony announces its first turntables in years
Sony is releasing a new turntable for the first time since 2019. Two, in fact. The entry-level PS-LX3BT ($399.99) and step-up PS-LX5BT ($499.99) are designed for easy operation with both wired and Bluetooth hi-res audio. Both turntables include one-button aut…
2026-01-22T00:31:24Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The two new turntables are aimed at both those new to vinyl and those looking to upgrade from an all-in-one. The two new turntables are aimed at both those new … [+2915 chars]
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Gaming’s most fun sales data is full of old and obscure games
Every month, Circana video game analyst Mat Piscatella posts fascinating data about video game sales on Bluesky, highlighting trends like November's historically bad month for game hardware and Battlefield 6's big launch in October. But he doesn't just share …
2026-01-24T13:08:44Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> Circana analyst Mat Piscatella explains why he started posting lists of games that sold just one copy. Circana analyst Mat Piscatella explains why he started po… [+3497 chars]
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Deezer opens its AI music detection tool to other platforms
The music streaming service Deezer is giving other companies access to its AI song-detecting tool. The tool, which identifies, tags, and excludes AI-generated music from algorithmic recommendations, is now available for businesses to purchase and use, accordi…
2026-01-29T16:08:31Z
<ul><li></li><li></li><li></li></ul> The tool, which identifies, tags, and removes AI-generated music from recommendations, has detected over 13.4 million AI tracks in 2025. The tool, which identif… [+3070 chars]
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Turtlemania Surges as ‘TMNT II: The Secret of the Ooze’ Returns to Theaters
The cult-beloved sequel celebrates its 35th anniversary with a week-long run showcasing its new 4K restoration.
2026-01-30T17:00:27Z
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The First ‘Faces of Death’ Teaser Is Here to Remind You That Yes, They Remade ‘Faces of Death’
The gruesome faux documentary gets a 2026 update framed through some appropriately underground marketing.
2026-01-27T22:06:47Z
Of all the cult-classic horror titles to get remade or rebooted, Faces of Death seemed among the most unlikely. A faux documentary whose appeal, or disgust factor, hinges on just how “faux” the viewe… [+2315 chars]
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Boots Riley’s Post-Apocalyptic ‘Simpsons’ Stage Show Is Becoming a Movie
Plus, could 'Man of Tomorrow' introduce another major DC hero to the DCU?
2026-01-13T14:30:23Z
X-Men legend Chris Claremont teases the potential surprise return of another mutant in Avengers: Doomsday. Jennifer Lawrence dances around questions of her return to Hunger Games for Sunrise on the R… [+3539 chars]
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Trump says Kennedy Center is closing for 2 years for 'complete rebuilding'
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he will be temporarily closing entertainment operations at the Kennedy Center for "approximately" two years.
2026-02-02T02:00:30Z
President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he will be temporarily closing entertainment operations at the Kennedy Center for "approximately" two years. He claimed in a post to his social media … [+1568 chars]
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