Intel says it’s rolling out laptop GPU drivers with 10% to 25% better performance - Ars Technica

1. Intel says it’s rolling out laptop GPU drivers with 10% to 25% better performance  Ars Technica
2. Intel says its new drivers give Lunar Lake PCs better gaming performance.  The Verge
3. Intel Arc Battlemage iGPUs “140V & 130V” Receive A 10% Performance Boost in Games With Latest Drivers  Wccftech
4. Intel reports 10% FPS gain on Arc 140V Lunar Lake iGPU at 17W with updated drivers for MSI Claw AI+  VideoCardz.com
5. The most powerful Windows handheld just got a massive performance boost  XDA

'X-Files' David Duchovny Lists Malibu Pad for $12.5 Million - TMZ

'X-Files' David Duchovny Lists Malibu Pad for $12.5 Million  TMZ

'EA Sports Madden NFL 26' Switch 2 File Size Seemingly Revealed - Nintendo Life

1. 'EA Sports Madden NFL 26' Switch 2 File Size Seemingly Revealed  Nintendo Life
2. Third party Nintendo Switch 2 file-sizes revealed  My Nintendo News
3. More Switch 2 Game File Sizes Have Reportedly Leaked  COGconnected
4. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour Will Be a Paid Tour of Your New Nintendo Switch 2  Yahoo
5. Nintendeal (@nintendeal.com)  Bluesky

Apple Must Be Extremely Furious, Amazon Crushes the Price of the MacBook Air 2025 to a Record Low - Gizmodo

1. Apple Must Be Extremely Furious, Amazon Crushes the Price of the MacBook Air 2025 to a Record Low  Gizmodo
2. The new M4 MacBook Air is down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon  Mashable
3. I swapped my ThinkPad for a MacBook Air M4, and it's spoiled work laptops for me  ZDNet
4. M4 MacBook Air prices have dropped again at Amazon – most affordable config now $100 off, 24GB 15-inch $150 off  9to5Toys
5. Spice Up Your Life With Buy 1 Get 2 Free on Apple Watch Bands in Mystery Colors  Yahoo

Those Ikea pieces everyone had in the 1980s are now worth a small fortune. - Farmingdale Observer

Those Ikea pieces everyone had in the 1980s are now worth a small fortune.  Farmingdale Observer

Bluesky is down - The Verge

Bluesky is down  The Verge

Gamers Are Mobbing Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Worldwide Despite Calls to ‘Drop the Price’ - Gizmodo

1. Gamers Are Mobbing Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Worldwide Despite Calls to ‘Drop the Price’  Gizmodo
2. Nintendo Maintains Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing, Retail Pre-Orders to Begin April 24 in U.S. - News - Nintendo Official Site  Nintendo
3. When Do Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Go Live at Each Retailer?  IGN
4. Nintendo Says Demand for Switch 2 Console in Japan Overwhelming  Bloomberg.com
5. Nintendo Switch 2 preorders start early Thursday. Here's what to know and when to shop.  Axios

iPhone 17 Air allegedly shown in multiple videos — and it's super, super thin - Tom's Guide

1. iPhone 17 Air allegedly shown in multiple videos — and it's super, super thin  Tom's Guide
2. Apple iPhone 17 Pro leaks highlight major new design change  Yahoo
3. Apple iPhone 17 Pro And iPhone 17 Pro Max: Latest Leaks Promise New Designs  Forbes
4. iPhone 17: Everything We Know  MacRumors
5. iPhone 17: 10 reasons why you’ll definitely want to upgrade this year  Macworld

Exclusive | Barron Trump communicates with college pals via Xbox, rather than give out phone number: source - Page Six

Exclusive | Barron Trump communicates with college pals via Xbox, rather than give out phone number: source  Page Six

A lot of Logitech products cost more now than two months ago - The Verge

A lot of Logitech products cost more now than two months ago  The Verge

Infobip becomes Platinum Partner of Rakuten Viber

Infobip becomes Platinum Partner of Rakuten Viber
Gadgets Magazine

Global cloud communications platform Infobip has become a Platinum Partner of Rakuten Viber. As a Platinum Partner, Infobip will be able to offer its customers early access to new products and features, as well as priority access to a knowledge center. Infobip’s elevation to Platinum Partner marks another achievement in its ongoing mission to enhance digital communication strategies for businesses worldwide.

Rakuten Viber CEO Ofir Eyal presented Infobip with Viber’s Platinum Partnership Excellence Award at a recent Infobip and Rakuten Viber event. This recognition highlights groundbreaking innovation, significant business growth, and the strong collaboration between Infobip and Rakuten Viber.

Cristina Constandache, chief revenue officer at Rakuten Viber, said: “At Rakuten Viber, we believe that strong partnerships are key to driving mutual growth. Our collaboration with Infobip has fuelled significant innovation and expansion. Infobip achieving the Platinum Partnership status shows our shared commitment to revolutionizing customer engagement with advanced technology and integrated communication solutions.”

Silvija Renuša, business unit head of digital channels at Infobip, said: “The strong partnership between Infobip and Viber underscores our shared commitment to future-focused, seamless customer experiences. We’re proud to have reached the Platinum Partner status in the Rakuten Viber Partner Growth Program, and we look forward to continuing working closely with Viber and shaping the future of customer engagement together.”

Over eight years, Rakuten Viber has integrated with Infobip’s platform, becoming a key OTT channel. The collaboration has enabled businesses to use Viber for direct, rich media interactions with customers, enhancing user experiences, and helping customers in their digital transformation journey. 

One recent example is Metrobank, the second-largest private universal bank in the Philippines. Metrobank partnered with Infobip to integrate Viber rich business messaging into its customer communication strategy, enhancing its operations with a trusted and secure digital platform. Utilizing Infobip’s plug-and-play solution, Metrobank seamlessly incorporated Viber business messages into its existing processes with minimal effort. In no time, the bank began delivering personalized, rich content messages, including images and videos, to millions of consenting customers. This strategic move not only created a unique customer experience but also resulted in up to 50% cost savings compared to traditional SMS messaging, as Metrobank effectively communicated its latest offerings through Viber’s rich media capabilities. 

Ramon Martin Rodriguez, performance marketing head at Metrobank, said: “Infobip provided a solution that enabled us to quickly start benefitting from using Viber for Business for sending marketing messages, using both a portal and an integration with our CRM system. The integration was extremely easy to set up with no disruption to our businesses processes, and no requirement to involve technical resources from other departments. We have been very satisfied with the entire process.”

Learn more about the Metrobank success story: https://www.infobip.com/customer/metrobank 

Infobip becomes Platinum Partner of Rakuten Viber
Gadgets Magazine

The only F1 cars you can actually take home

The only F1 cars you can actually take home
Gadgets Magazine

Formula 1 is back with another adrenaline-pumping season, and for fans in the Philippines, the excitement isn’t just on screen but also in stores. This year, the LEGO® Group is bringing the high-speed action of F1 back to the Philippines with a weekend of hands-on F1 fun at the LEGO Certified Store (LCS) in Ayala Malls Manila Bay.

This is your chance to build, play, and race some of the most legendary F1-inspired LEGO sets as the motorsport world celebrates its 75th season. Whether you’re a racing fan, a LEGO collector, or just love a good speed challenge, Build the Thrill: Pick, Build, Race gives you the ultimate hands-on experience — no pit stop required! Plus, there’s no purchase necessary to join the fun. Simply pick from the box, build your car, and see how fast you can race it.

And if you’ve ever dreamed of owning an F1 car, this is as close as it gets. Filipino fans can now bring home iconic sets – from the Ferrari SF-24 to the Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1 set – all without the million-peso price tag. 

Rev Up for the Ultimate Race at Ayala Malls Manila Bay

The high-speed action continues at the LEGO® Certified Store in Ayala Malls Manila Bay, with special events happening all month until April 30. Mark your calendars for these weekend highlights:

LEGO Make & Take for Adults on April 26 & 27

Kick off the weekend by building your very own LEGO F1 Steering Wheel, a must-have for any F1 enthusiast.

• Build & Race Challenge (Parent + Child): Race against the clock to build your fastest LEGO® F1 car in 10 minutes! Winners receive LEGO Speed Champions sets worth up to PHP4,000, with bonus prizes for runners-up.

• LEGO F1 Beat My Time Challenge (Ages 10+): Bring your own LEGO Speed Champions F1 car and compete on the official racetrack. The five fastest racers will qualify for the finals and take home LEGO F1 sets and gear. 

Slots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Stubs will be distributed as soon as the store opens, so be sure to arrive early! More details at the annex.

More Reasons to Race In

On top of all the action, enjoy up to 30% off on select LEGO F1 sets and receive a free LEGO polybag when you spend at least PHP2,500 in-store.

Don’t miss the weekly Make & Take activities in LEGO Certified Stores (Alabang Town Center & Manila Bay). You may also visit all leading toy stores near you or through official LEGO stores online such as bankeebricks.ph, Lazada, and Shopee.

To learn more about the LEGO Group, check out www.lego.com.

The only F1 cars you can actually take home
Gadgets Magazine

Marvel Rivals' New Costume Customization Is Fairly Priced, but There's a Problem - CNET

1. Marvel Rivals' New Costume Customization Is Fairly Priced, but There's a Problem  CNET
2. Marvel Rivals Recolor Skins: Every One Revealed So Far  GameSpot
3. Marvel Rivals Charging $6 To Recolor Your Costumes  Kotaku
4. How to customise costumes in Marvel Rivals  PC Gamer
5. Marvel Rivals' latest gambit is seeing whether you'll pay real money for colours  Rock Paper Shotgun

Gemini Live’s screensharing feature is now free for Android users - The Verge

1. Gemini Live’s screensharing feature is now free for Android users  The Verge
2. Google Making Gemini Live's Coolest New Feature Available to All  Droid Life
3. Google makes Gemini Live camera & screen sharing free on Android  9to5Google
4. Gemini Live's best feature is now free for everyone  Android Police
5. Gemini Live screen and camera sharing is now free for all Android users  Chrome Unboxed

Skullcandy partners with Bose for its new $99 ANC earbuds - The Verge

1. Skullcandy partners with Bose for its new $99 ANC earbuds  The Verge
2. Skullcandy Rail ANC Review: Premium Sound And Features At A Mid-Range Price  Mashable India
3. Skullcandy’s new Method 360 ANC earbuds have been tuned by Bose  Engadget
4. Skullcandy taps Bose to tune its new budget earbuds  SoundGuys
5. SKULLCANDY’S Method 360 ANC Earbuds Feature Premium sound by Bose  techbuzzireland.com

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics ‘Title Update’ launches April 16, adds offline versus and more - Gematsu

1. Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics ‘Title Update’ launches April 16, adds offline versus and more  Gematsu
2. Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection title update coming this week to add new features, quality of life enhancements and more  EventHubs
3. Game Changing Updates Coming to MARVEL vs. CAPCOM and Capcom Fighting Collection  The Outerhaven
4. Marvel vs. Capcom: Fighting Collection Scores A New Switch Update This Week  Nintendo Life

PS5 Price Increases Announced by Sony, Affect UK, Europe, and More - Push Square

1. PS5 Price Increases Announced by Sony, Affect UK, Europe, and More  Push Square
2. PS5 price to rise in Europe, Australia and New Zealand  PlayStation.Blog
3. PlayStation 5 prices hiked in Australia, New Zealand, EMEA region amid Trump tariffs | Check new rates  Hindustan Times
4. If You Don't Want $100 Games, Don't Buy $100 Games  How-To Geek
5. The Price Of The PS5 Is Going Up, Once Again, In Europe And Australia  aftermath.site

Sheldon Creed takes a big hit from Brennan Poole in Stage 1 - NASCAR.com

Sheldon Creed takes a big hit from Brennan Poole in Stage 1  NASCAR.com

Researchers find AI is pretty bad at debugging—but they’re working on it - Ars Technica

1. Researchers find AI is pretty bad at debugging—but they’re working on it  Ars Technica
2. Debug-gym: Can AI agents lighten developers’ debugging load?  Microsoft
3. AI models still struggle to debug software, Microsoft study shows  TechCrunch
4. Can LLMs Debug Like Humans? Microsoft Introduces Debug-Gym for AI Coding Agents  MarkTechPost
5. Microsoft Research teaches AI tools how to debug code  Developer Tech News

Elena teaser trailer revealed for Street Fighter 6, releases in June - EventHubs

1. Elena teaser trailer revealed for Street Fighter 6, releases in June  EventHubs
2. Street Fighter 6 - Official Elena Teaser Trailer  IGN
3. Street Fighter 6 DLC character Elena launches June 5  Gematsu
4. Video Compares Street Fighter 6 Graphics on Switch 2 and PS5  Game Rant
5. Nintendo Reveals New Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Amiibo  MSN

Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Live UK: Amazon Out of Stock, Argos Still Live - IGN

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Latest iOS 19 leak shows new icons, floating bars, and redesigned apps - 9to5Mac

1. Latest iOS 19 leak shows new icons, floating bars, and redesigned apps  9to5Mac
2. I’m dreading the big iOS redesign and you should too  Macworld
3. iOS 19 Leak Reveals Alleged New Design With Rounder App Icons, Floating Tab Bar, and More  MacRumors
4. iOS 19 — all the biggest rumors so far  Yahoo
5. This video is our best look yet at Apple’s iOS 19 design overhaul  Boy Genius Report

JMEV models officially on PH shores

JMEV models officially on PH shores
Gadgets Magazine

JMC Philippines, under Astara, expands and enhances its tough pickup range with the introduction of the JMEVs. From adventure-ready models to workhorses, JMC brings the JMEVs, offering a versatile selection for both eco-conscious buyers and those seeking durable, high-performance vehicles.

The lineup includes the EV2 and EV3, new models that showcase advanced electric mobility, poised to elevate the Philippine automotive segment.

• JMEV EV2: A compact, efficient electric vehicle designed for urban mobility, providing an impressive range and energy savings for city commuters.
• JMEV EV3: A versatile, family-friendly electric model with a spacious interior and advanced features, perfect for those seeking performance without sacrificing sustainability.

“The addition of the JMEV to JMC Philippines’ existing product lineup not only strengthens the brand’s commitment to providing diverse, high-quality vehicles but also marks a bold step toward embracing cleaner, more energy-efficient transportation solutions for Filipino drivers,” said M.J. del Pilar, sales director of JMC Philippines.

The JMEVs will soon be available in JMC dealerships, bringing JMC and JMEV vehicles closer to Filipinos nationwide.

Stay tuned for further details on the pricing, features, and availability of the JMEV via JMC Philippines’ official channels:

• Official Website: https://jmcph.com/
• Facebook: JMC Pickups PH
• Instagram: @jmcpickupsph

JMEV models officially on PH shores
Gadgets Magazine

Metroid Prime 4 Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 comparison, Street Fighter 6 Switch 2 vs. PS5 vs. PS4 comparison - Nintendo Everything

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Trump’s tariffs cause Nintendo to delay Switch 2 preorders in U.S. - The Washington Post

1. Trump’s tariffs cause Nintendo to delay Switch 2 preorders in U.S.  The Washington Post
2. Trump tariffs live updates: 'Only the weak will fail,' Trump says as markets fall  ABC News
3. Nintendo Switch 2 Leveled Up With NVIDIA AI-Powered DLSS and 4K Gaming  NVIDIA Blog
4. Ask the Developer Vol. 16: Nintendo Switch 2 — Part 4 - News - Nintendo Official Site  Nintendo
5. Nintendo Delays Switch 2 Pre-Order Date in the U.S. to Assess Impact of Trump's Tariffs  IGN

Are new Google E2EE emails really end-to-end encrypted? Kinda, but not really. - Ars Technica

1. Are new Google E2EE emails really end-to-end encrypted? Kinda, but not really.  Ars Technica
2. Gmail planning end-to-end encrypted emails  The Hill
3. Gmail Users Can Finally Send Encrypted Email To Anyone — Here’s How  Forbes
4. Google Brings End-to-End Encrypted Emails to All Enterprise Gmail Users  SecurityWeek
5. Google Brings End-to-End Encryption to Gmail  Dark Reading

Nintendo Switch 2 to launch in June with 4K visuals and surprise game lineup - The Washington Post

1. Nintendo Switch 2 to launch in June with 4K visuals and surprise game lineup  The Washington Post
2. Nintendo wants to compete in a new type of console war  Polygon
3. Nintendo’s Switch 2 has big shoes to fill – at a much higher price  CNN
4. Best Buy to open stores at midnight for Nintendo Switch 2 launch; pre-orders available April 9  Best Buy
5. Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Officially Start on April 9  IGN

The Best April Fools' Day Gaming Jokes Of 2025 - GameSpot

1. The Best April Fools' Day Gaming Jokes Of 2025  GameSpot
2. There’s no better day to celebrate gaming’s greatest twists than April Fools’ day  Epic Games
3. 2025 Best April Fools Day Gaming Pranks  IGN
4. April Fools' 2025 for video games has GTA 6 on Xbox 360 and a PUBG dating sim  Metro.co.uk
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