Analyst: M5 Vision Pro, Vision Air, and smart glasses coming in 2026–2028 - Ars Technica

1. Analyst: M5 Vision Pro, Vision Air, and smart glasses coming in 2026–2028  Ars Technica
2. Apple Smart Glasses Likely Two Years Away, Analyst Says  Investor's Business Daily
3. Apple has an incredibly ambitious roadmap for smart glasses and headsets, report claims  Mashable
4. Apple is reportedly working on a bunch of new XR devices  The Verge
5. Apple Reportedly Has Numerous XR Headsets & Glasses Coming Between Now & 2028  Road to VR

Ready or Not adjusts in-game violence and nudity on PC to secure PS5 and Xbox release - Eurogamer

1. Ready or Not adjusts in-game violence and nudity on PC to secure PS5 and Xbox release  Eurogamer
2. Ready or Not Making Content Changes for Console Release  Game Rant
3. Another game review: are you ‘Ready or Not’? — NewsAtomic  Shawangunk Journal
4. SWAT Shooter Under Helldivers 2 Levels Of Review Bombing Ahead Of Console Launch  DualShockers
5. How this indie game dev is pushing tactical shooters to the next level with Unreal Engine 5  Creative Bloq

Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for July 2025? - Push Square

1. Poll: Are You Happy with Your PS Plus Essential Games for July 2025?  Push Square
2. PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July & a big thank you to players for 15 wonderful years  PlayStation.Blog
3. Sony Announces PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July 2025  IGN
4. PS Plus Monthly games for July include Diablo 4 and Jusant  Engadget
5. PlayStation Plus free RPG leaves fans in agreement: 'this is amazing'  GAMINGbible

Crowned Sword Zacian Raid Guide - Pokémon GO Hub

1. Crowned Sword Zacian Raid Guide  Pokémon GO Hub
2. How to get free Crowned Sword Energy and Crowned Shield Energy with codes in Pokémon Go  Polygon
3. Behemoth Blade and Behemoth Bash Adventure Effects in Pokémon Go  Eurogamer
4. Pokémon GO: New promo code brings you the 2nd variant shape-shifting energy  Mein-MMO
5. Pokémon GO Fest 2025 Zacian and Zamazenta Transformation Guide  Sports Illustrated

Windows’ infamous ‘blue screen of death’ will soon turn black - AP News

1. Windows’ infamous ‘blue screen of death’ will soon turn black  AP News
2. Windows is getting rid of the Blue Screen of Death after 40 years  The Verge
3. Microsoft says goodbye to the Windows blue screen of death  CNBC
4. Windows killed the Blue Screen of Death  TechCrunch
5. Back in black: Microsoft Blue Screen of Death is going dark  theregister.com

Anthropic now lets you make apps right from its Claude AI chatbot - The Verge

1. Anthropic now lets you make apps right from its Claude AI chatbot  The Verge
2. Build and Host AI-Powered Apps with Claude - No Deployment Needed  Anthropic
3. Anthropic Just Made Vibe Coding With Claude Absurdly Easy  Inc.com
4. Anthropic makes it easier to create and share Claude's bite-sized Artifact apps  Engadget
5. Anthropic launches new AI feature to build your own customizable chatbots  ZDNET

iPhone 17 Pro: A closer look at the new ‘camera bar’ design - 9to5Mac

1. iPhone 17 Pro: A closer look at the new ‘camera bar’ design  9to5Mac
2. Apple Loop: iPhone 17 Pro Release Date, Apple Challenges AI Assumptions, iPad Pro Multitasking Explained  Forbes
3. iOS 26 beta 2 seemingly confirms the existence of the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air  Macworld
4. Apple iPhone 17 series: iPhone 17 Air to ProMotion display, everything we know so far  The Indian Express
5. Apple is rumored to be picking one of these two new colors for the iPhone 17  TechRadar

Rainbow Fest 2025: Building bridges at PUP-Manila

Rainbow Fest 2025: Building bridges at PUP-Manila
Gadgets Magazine

The Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) Manila campus transformed into a vibrant hub of connection and understanding on June 23, 2025, as the annual Rainbow Fest successfully showcased the talents of Manila’s drag community while fostering intercultural dialogue. This year’s festival drew a large and diverse crowd, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and members of the wider Manila community, united by a shared commitment to inclusivity. The meticulous planning and enthusiastic participation were evident in every aspect of the event, from the sponsor and partner booths to the captivating performances by Manila’s celebrated drag queens. The atmosphere was electric, a testament to the power of shared experiences and the successful collaboration between the university and its supporters.

The central focus of this year’s Rainbow Fest was the dedicated sponsor and partner exhibition area. This space provided a platform for showcasing the contributions of organizations that played a vital role in making the event possible. Each booth represented a different sponsor or partner, offering unique opportunities for engagement and interaction. These booths provided information about the organizations, showcased their products or services (where applicable), and offered interactive activities designed to foster connection with attendees. The design and layout of the Rainbow Fest exhibition area were carefully planned to maximize visibility and accessibility, ensuring that all sponsors and partners received prominent recognition for their support. This strategic approach not only secured crucial funding and resources but also effectively integrated the sponsors and partners into the fabric of the festival.

Beyond the sponsor and partner exhibition area, the main stage of Rainbow Fest became a dazzling spectacle of artistry and performance, predominantly featuring Manila’s renowned drag queens. These talented performers captivated the audience with their stunning costumes, captivating stage presence, and powerful performances. Their performances served not only as entertainment but also as powerful expressions of identity, resilience, and artistic excellence. The energy and charisma of the drag queens were infectious, creating an atmosphere of excitement and celebration. The performances highlighted the significant contributions of the drag community to Manila’s vibrant arts and culture scene.

Rainbow Fest 2025 concluded with a spectacular fireworks display, a breathtaking spectacle of color and light that served as a fitting end to a day dedicated to celebrating community and showcasing the successful partnerships that made the event possible. The festival’s success is a testament to the collaborative spirit between PUP and its sponsors and partners, creating a vibrant and welcoming campus environment. As attendees dispersed, they carried with them not only memories of a spectacular event but also a renewed appreciation for the power of collaboration and the importance of celebrating diversity. The organizers have already begun planning for next year’s festival, promising an even more impactful celebration of community and successful partnerships.

Rainbow Fest 2025: Building bridges at PUP-Manila
Gadgets Magazine

Today’s Wordle Hints for June 22, 2025 - The New York Times

Today’s Wordle Hints for June 22, 2025  The New York Times

Google Meet’s Material 3 Expressive redesign has ludicrously capacious buttons - 9to5Google

1. Google Meet’s Material 3 Expressive redesign has ludicrously capacious buttons  9to5Google
2. Android 16 is finally giving the Pixel Camera app the makeover it needs – and I’m fully on board with the refresh  TechRadar
3. Take a look at what the redesigned Google Phone app will look like  PhoneArena
4. Play Store search gets colorful Material 3 Expressive design in new update  Android Police
5. Android phones are getting Material 3 Expressive sooner than we thought  inkl

The Spiciest Decklists of Pro Tour Magic: The Gathering®—FINAL FANTASY™ - magic.gg

1. The Spiciest Decklists of Pro Tour Magic: The Gathering®—FINAL FANTASY™  magic.gg
2. Magic: The Gathering®—FINAL FANTASY™ Standard Decklists  magic.gg
3. I've Found The 16 Most Valuable Final Fantasy: Through the Ages MTG Cards Right Now  IGN
4. Tips For Playing The Magic: the Gathering x Final Fantasy VII Commander Deck  Kotaku
5. Magic: The Gathering Team Reveals Which Final Fantasy Character They Regret Not Including  GameSpot

Filipino entrepreneurs showcase global expansion at Payoneer’s 20th Anniversary event

Filipino entrepreneurs showcase global expansion at Payoneer’s 20th Anniversary event
Gadgets Magazine

In today’s connected economy, scaling a business beyond borders is more accessible than ever. With the right tools and partners, Filipino entrepreneurs are seizing the opportunity to serve international clients and compete globally. 

But one thing remains essential: getting paid reliably, efficiently, and across currencies. Seamless payment infrastructure is critical to global growth, enabling entrepreneurs to manage cash flow, strengthen client relationships, and focus on scaling their businesses.

That ambition was on display at the Payoneer’s Ambition Hackathon in New York City, where 20 high-impact businesses from around the world were spotlighted for their innovation and potential. Among them were three ventures from the Philippines: Carlo Angelo Orbe, Sherwin Alegre, and Maricar Hernandez, who joined over 200 global executives and capped the event with a NASDAQ closing bell ceremony.

The Philippines is an important market for Payoneer, where it is empowering the country’s vibrant ecosystem of service export founders, e-commerce sellers, content creators, gig workers, and more through business-grade features and a secure platform. “Payoneer’s 20^th year anniversary celebration event was about more than networking—it was about creating real connections that drive business growth,” said Monique Avila, Payoneer’s head of customer success for Asia Pacific. “We brought together business leaders to share insights, explore new markets, and discover practical solutions that can accelerate their global expansion.”

Their participation comes at a pivotal moment: Philippine service exports grew 7.2% in Q1 2025, according to the Philippine Statistics Authority, driven by telecommunications, IT-enabled services, and BPOs. It is clear that a new generation of Filipino founders is not just ready for global growth, they are leading it.

Elevating Filipino Virtual Assistants on a Global Stage

When Carlo Angelo Orbe launched TaskMeQuick, he envisioned more than just a virtual assistant agency. He set out to prove that Filipino talent could power global businesses with both heart and skill.

Today, TaskMeQuick operates as a borderless, people-first company, with remote contractors across the Philippines, India, Nicaragua, and the Middle East. Clients range from fast-growing startups to healthcare providers. Over the past few years, the company has seen its monthly volume rise from USD20,000 to more than USD130,000, with revenue now between USD1,500 and USD1,900 per month. The company’s expansion continues as TaskMeQuick has also earned recognition, ranking among the Top 9 Best Customer Service Agencies on Upwork worldwide. 

Throughout challenges like scaling teams, maintaining service quality, and managing cross-border payments, Orbe’s mission remains unwavering: “We remain committed to elevating the Philippine freelancing industry and making Filipino-built solutions globally competitive.”

Building Tech That Works the Way Business Really Works

Sherwin Alegre’s philosophy is simple. Technology should adapt to business, not the other way around. As founder of Microsource Inc., Alegre leads a company generating over USD650,000 in annual revenue by delivering cost-effective, custom-built software solutions across finance, logistics, and AI. With expansion plans into Singapore, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, Microsource is becoming a key digital infrastructure partner in Southeast Asia.

At the Hackathon, Alegre saw firsthand how global founders use innovation not just for growth but for real impact. “The most impactful leaders today are those who don’t just chase growth. They build with purpose, and open doors for others across borders,” he says.

In the Philippines, Microsource helps businesses replace manual workflows with custom systems that reflect how they truly operate. Their solutions improve processes like client management, cash flow, and time tracking. With most customers coming through word-of-mouth, Microsource is not only enabling digital transformation but also helping Filipino businesses compete on a global stage.

Scaling a Global Business That Prioritizes People Over Profits

For Maricar Hernandez, growth and community impact go hand in hand. As co-founder of Beyond Limits Outsourcing Solution, she helped scale the business across the US, Canada, and Japan. What began with back-office support has expanded into finance, education, and healthcare, with plans for further expansion into Vietnam, Mexico, and Latin America by 2025. Yet, from the start, Beyond Limits prioritized impact alongside profit.

The company’s philanthropic efforts are integral to its mission, including donations to orphanages, a one-to-one scholarship sponsorship program, and a focus on long-term roles for Filipino professionals. “When I founded the company five years ago, I shared a message that still guides us today: ‘Never start a business to make money. Start a business to make a difference,’” Hernandez says.

As the company grows and targets 1,000 employees by 2025, Beyond Limits retains long-term clients and is deeply committed to building relationships. Reflecting on her time in New York, Hernandez says, “Remember, run a business with the intention of making a positive impact. That’s where real success starts.”

Powering Global Ambitions 

Behind the success of these three businesses is a shared enabler: a digital payment solution that helps them navigate cross-border growth.

Payoneer has empowered these entrepreneurs to scale with confidence, from faster payments and competitive currency conversion for transactions to easier onboarding of international clients and more streamlined financial management. These capabilities free up time and resources, allowing them to focus on what matters most: growing their businesses, expanding into new markets, and staying true to their long-term vision and purpose.

In their hands, digital payments are more than just a tool. They are a bridge to opportunity. These Filipino entrepreneurs are not only exporting services, they are sharing solutions, innovation, and impact with the world.

Filipino entrepreneurs showcase global expansion at Payoneer’s 20th Anniversary event
Gadgets Magazine

Hades 2 finally reveals Narcissus, and he’s more scandalous than anyone imagined - Polygon

1. Hades 2 finally reveals Narcissus, and he’s more scandalous than anyone imagined  Polygon
2. New Scylla Songs!  aftermath.site
3. Hades II adds more combat options in its third major early access update  Engadget
4. Hades 2 Gets Longest Patch Notes Ever In Last Major Update Before 1.0 Launch Finally Arrives Later This Year  Kotaku
5. Hades 2 Gets Final Pre-Launch Content Update As Focus Shifts To Full Release  GameSpot

Rocket League Patch Notes v2.53 - Rocket League

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2. Celebrate 10 Years of Aerials and Epic Saves in Rocket League Season 19!  Rocket League
3. Rocket League Reveals 10th Anniversary Plans for Season 19  Game Rant
4. Rocket League Season 19 update: New cars, models & anniversary rewards  Times of India
5. Rocket League celebrates tenth anniversary in Season 19  Traxion.GG

Microsoft 365 is DOWN: Hundreds of users report problems with Outlook and Teams - Daily Mail

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2. Microsoft confirms auth issues affecting Microsoft 365 users  BleepingComputer
3. Microsoft 365 Down: Users Report Issues With Outlook And Teams, Microsoft Working On Fix  Republic World
4. Microsoft 365 Authentication Issues Disrupt User Access Across Multiple Regions  CybersecurityNews

The Best Deals Today: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Nintendo Switch OLED, and More - IGN

The Best Deals Today: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Nintendo Switch OLED, and More  IGN

Obsidian Reiterates $80 ‘Outer Worlds 2’ Price Is On Xbox, Not Them - Forbes

1. Obsidian Reiterates $80 ‘Outer Worlds 2’ Price Is On Xbox, Not Them  Forbes
2. As The Outer Worlds 2 hits $80, director says "we don't set the prices for our games" and wishes "everybody could play" Obsidian's new RPG  GamesRadar+
3. The Outer Worlds 2 director offers the most sympathetic answer I've yet heard for the $80 game question: 'We don't set the prices for our games,' and 'You'd have to honestly talk to the Xbox folks'  PC Gamer
4. Outer Worlds 2 devs wanted the sequel to be less ‘one-note’  polygon.com
5. The Outer Worlds 2 Direct: Everything Announced  IGN

Meta AI users confide on sex, God and Trump. Some don’t know it’s public. - The Washington Post

1. Meta AI users confide on sex, God and Trump. Some don’t know it’s public.  The Washington Post
2. Meta AI searches made public - but do all its users realise?  BBC
3. The Meta AI App Lets You ‘Discover’ People’s Bizarrely Personal Chats  WIRED
4. Mark Zuckerberg's Meta AI app is one of the most depressing places online  Business Insider
5. The Meta AI app is a privacy disaster  TechCrunch

Here’s the $2,000 fully AI-generated ad that aired during the NBA Finals - The Verge

1. Here’s the $2,000 fully AI-generated ad that aired during the NBA Finals  The Verge
2. How Kalshi made an AI ad using Google Veo 3  Ad Age
3. Kalshi broadcasts AI-powered advert during NBA Finals game  EGR North America
4. The ‘Most Unhinged’ AI-Generated Gambling Ad Ran During the NBA Finals  PetaPixel
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Apple’s Craig Federighi on the long road to the iPad’s Mac-like multitasking - Ars Technica

1. Apple’s Craig Federighi on the long road to the iPad’s Mac-like multitasking  Ars Technica
2. RIP to the almost future of computing: Apple just turned the iPad into a Mac  Fast Company
3. iPadOS 26 introduces powerful new features that push the capabilities and versatility of iPad even further  Apple
4. When is Apple's new iOS 26 available? See new features, release date  Austin American-Statesman
5. Apple’s iPad is about to get a lot more useful  Yahoo Finance

Samsung râde de Apple și funcțiile sale noi, proaspăt lansate la WWDC 2025

Apple a organizat ieri WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference), marele său eveniment la care a prezentat iOS26, WatchOS26 și alte noutăți AI în materie de software. Brațul american al celor de la Samsung a privit și el evenimentul, și nu s-a putut abține să nu arunce câteva săgeți către gigantul din Cupertino pentru lansarea unor funcții care deja există pe device-urile sud-coreenilor. Totul a început cu anunțarea unui schimbări de design al interfeței de proporții, anunțat de Apple pentru toate sistemele sale de operare.

„Aplicații personalizabile? O interfață transparentă? Arată…familiar” au scris cei de la Samsung Mobile US pe X (fostul Twitter). Apoi Samsung a trecut la traducerile live, o funcție pe care a implementat-o pe device-urile sale „de ceva timp deja”. În fine, nici o funcție destinată Apple Watch, integrarea inteligenței artificiale pe ceas, nu a scăpat de „tirada” celor de la Samsung SUA: „AI-ul vine pe ceasul vostru? Drăguț. Al nostru știe deja când ești prea obosit să-ți pese”.

New to live translations? Welcome aboard! We’ve been translating text and speech in real-time for a while now… #GalaxyAI

— Samsung Mobile US (@SamsungMobileUS) June 9, 2025

Samsung este cunoscută pentru înțepăturile pe care le mai trimite celor de la Apple, și în general e o practică obișnuită între producătorii de telefonie mobilă aceea de a se compara cu rivalii lor, într-o lumină pozitivă. Samsung însăși se confruntă de ceva timp cu înțepăturile celor de la Honor la adresa sa, deci se poate spune că sunt obișnuiți să fie de ambele părți ale baricadei.

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The iPad Just Got a Lot More Like a Mac Thanks to These 20+ New Features - MacRumors

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2. iPadOS 26 introduces powerful new features that push iPad even further  Apple
3. iOS 26: Apple changes naming scheme for iPhone operating system at WWDC 2025  USA Today
4. Apple’s walled garden is the iPad’s biggest roadblock to becoming a Mac  Engadget
5. Apple launches iPadOS 26 with a new look and way better multitasking  The Verge

Xbox Games Showcase 2025: all the news and trailers - The Verge

1. Xbox Games Showcase 2025: all the news and trailers  The Verge
2. Xbox Games Showcase 2025: Everything Announced (So Far)  IGN
3. Summer Game Fest 2025 LIVE: Everything announced during the gaming showcase  Tom's Guide
4. Every big announcement from Xbox Games Showcase 2025  Polygon
5. Live updates from the Xbox Games Showcase at Summer Game Fest 2025  Engadget

Mario Kart World: All Costume Unlocks & Complete Outfit List - Nintendo Life

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Every big announcement from Summer Game Fest 2025 - Polygon

1. Every big announcement from Summer Game Fest 2025  Polygon
2. Summer Game Fest 2025: Everything Announced  IGN
3. Summer Game Fest 2025 LIVE: Everything announced during the gaming showcase  Tom's Guide
4. Summer Game Fest Live 2025: All The Biggest Announcements And Games  GameSpot
5. Watch Summer Game Fest's kickoff stream here at 5PM ET  Engadget

The Nintendo Switch 2 is here: all of the launch news - The Verge

1. The Nintendo Switch 2 is here: all of the launch news  The Verge
2. How to buy the Nintendo Switch 2: Current in-stock availability on consoles and games  Engadget
3. Fans drive huge Nintendo Switch 2 launch; others play the waiting game  NPR
4. Nintendo’s Switch 2 Has the Handheld Market All to Itself  Bloomberg.com
5. Hundreds stand in line for hours at Best Buy in Cary for midnight launch of Nintendo Switch 2  WRAL.com

Nioh 3 Announced for PS5, Demo Out Now for Two Weeks - Push Square

1. Nioh 3 Announced for PS5, Demo Out Now for Two Weeks  Push Square
2. Nioh 3 announced for PS5, limited-time demo available today  PlayStation.Blog
3. Nioh 3 Revealed at Sony State of Play June 2025  IGN
4. Nioh 3 Announced With Action-Packed Trailer; Launches in Early 2026 on PlayStation 5 and PC  Wccftech
5. Nioh 3 stars the first Tokugawa Shogun, and it's coming in 2026—for PlayStation, at least  PC Gamer

Polish engineer creates postage stamp-sized 1980s Atari computer - Ars Technica

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Outfit 3 for Elena, M. Bison, Terry and Mai revealed for Street Fighter 6 - EventHubs

1. Outfit 3 for Elena, M. Bison, Terry and Mai revealed for Street Fighter 6  EventHubs
2. Street Fighter 6 Elena update adds new World Tour location and master  AUTOMATON
3. Street Fighter 6's change to Perfect Parries in Season 3 will make them less used, crossups more effective  EventHubs
4. Capcom confirms that balance changes for all characters are coming to Street Fighter 6 with the Elena patch  EventHubs
5. Elena and the Season 3 balance patch for Street Fighter 6 are technically releasing a day early due to time zone differences  EventHubs

You Can Own This Ultra-Rare Italian Viper - Motor1.com

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