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Leaker NateTheHate claims a PS5 livestream could take place next week.
Confirmation may arrive around 23 September, lining up with the Tokyo Game Show.
Event expected to be a State of Play livestream rather than a PlayStation Showcase.
Potential first-party reveals include Marvel’s Wolverine, Saros, and a rumoured 2.5D God of War game.
Third-party announcements are also expected during the showcase.
Leaker NateTheHate has reinforced earlier reports of an imminent PS5 livestream, now suggesting that the digital showcase could take place next week.
Sony typically announces its events only a few days in advance, so confirmation may arrive as soon as Tuesday, 23 September. If accurate, the showcase would coincide with the Tokyo Game Show, which is also scheduled for next week.
Background
Sony has hosted either a major State of Play or a PlayStation Showcase every September for the past six years, and indications are that this pattern will continue in 2025. Recent reports have hinted that the company has plans for a presentation before the end of the month. NateTheHate, a leaker regarded as reliable, recently confirmed this, responding to a social media query with: "Sony has a presentation soon."
Industry sources, including Giant Bomb member Jeff Grubb, have suggested that the event is likely to be a State of Play livestream, rather than using the PlayStation Showcase branding.
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Potential announcements
Rumours indicate that the long-awaited Marvel's Wolverine game could be the highlight of the showcase. The title is reportedly set for release in 2026, with a proper unveiling expected soon.
Other potential first-party reveals include Saros from Housemarque, a PS5 exclusive confirmed to appear before the end of the year, and a rumoured 2.5D God of War title, reportedly a smaller-scale project.
As usual, any first-party announcements would likely be accompanied by updates from third-party developers.
Community interest
Gamers and fans are already speculating about what might appear at the next PS5 livestream. What would you like to see revealed? Share your thoughts in the comments.
New “Liquid Glass” design unifies iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.
Apple Intelligence expands with Live Translation, visual search, and fitness features.
iOS 26 introduces call screening, message polls, and Apple Games app.
iPadOS 26 brings a new windowing system and productivity tools.
macOS Tahoe includes the biggest Spotlight update to date.
watchOS 26 adds sleep score and FDA-cleared hypertension notifications.
visionOS 26 enhances spatial experiences with widgets, Personas, and 3D content.
Apple unveils updates across its ecosystem
Apple has released significant updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS, each now available as a free software update. The releases introduce a new design language called Liquid Glass, alongside expanded Apple Intelligence features, and a wide range of enhancements to apps and services.
A new design with Liquid Glass
For the first time, Apple’s operating systems share a unified design. Liquid Glass, a translucent material that reflects surroundings and refracts light, is now integrated across apps, icons, and widgets. The design aims to deliver consistency across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV, while maintaining unique elements of each platform.
Expanding Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence continues to integrate across devices, supporting:
Live Translation in Messages, FaceTime, Phone, and with AirPods.
Visual intelligence that allows screenshots to be queried using ChatGPT or searched across platforms like Google and Etsy.
Genmoji creation by blending emoji.
Workout Buddy, offering motivational audio insights during workouts.
Developers can also tap into Apple Intelligence for privacy-protected, on-device features, even offline.
iOS 26: New tools for everyday use
iOS 26 introduces:
Lock Screen customisation with adaptive time display and 3D spatial scenes.
Call Screening for unknown numbers and Hold Assist for queueing calls.
Message polls, backgrounds, and message screening from unknown senders.
New features in Apple Music, Maps, Wallet, and AirPods.
The launch of Apple Games, a central hub for discovering and playing games.
iPadOS 26: The biggest update yet
The new iPadOS adds:
An entirely new windowing system for multitasking.
A menu bar for streamlined access to app commands.
A redesigned Files app and support for folders in the Dock.
The Preview app for PDF editing with Apple Pencil.
Journal app integration and pro-level tools for creative workflows.
MacOS Tahoe: Productivity boosted
MacOS Tahoe introduces:
Transparent menu bar and more folder and widget customisation.
Spotlight’s largest update, adding browsing views, enhanced search, and action shortcuts.
Intelligent Shortcuts powered by Apple Intelligence.
A new Phone app that syncs iPhone features like Call Screening and Hold Assist.
Live Activities from iPhone displayed on Mac.
WatchOS 26: Health and fitness focus
The Apple Watch now offers:
Sleep score to track rest quality.
Hypertension notifications, FDA-cleared, powered by machine learning.
A redesigned Workout app and new Flow and Exactograph watch faces.
Workout Buddy motivational audio.
Accessibility and interaction updates including wrist gestures and automatic message translation.
TVOS 26: Enhancing home entertainment
Updates for Apple TV include:
Sing in Apple Music, turning iPhones into microphones.
Contact Posters in FaceTime.
Improved profiles for quicker access to personalised recommendations.
VisionOS 26: Deeper spatial computing
Apple Vision Pro gains:
Widgets that reappear when the headset is worn.
More natural Personas and lifelike spatial photo scenes.
Spatial browsing in Safari with embedded 3D objects.
Support for immersive content from GoPro, Insta360, and Canon.
New Jupiter environment showing real-time planetary storms.
Accessibility improvements
New features include:
Accessibility Nutrition Labels on the App Store.
Magnifier app for Mac with external camera support.
Accessibility Reader with font and colour customisation.
Braille Access for advanced braille display use.
Live Listen controls and real-time captions on Apple Watch.
Availability
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 are now available as free updates. Feature availability varies by region and language, with hypertension notifications cleared by regulators in the US and EU.
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Two leading AI tools shaping digital art, Seedream 4.0 and Google’s Gemini Nano Banana
Seedream 4.0 generates high-resolution imaginative visuals in multiple styles
Nano Banana transforms selfies into retro Bollywood-inspired portraits
Viral on Instagram, TikTok, and X, with global audiences engaging
Experts highlight data privacy, authenticity, and ethical concerns
AI-powered creativity is sweeping social media, with Seedream 4.0 and Nano Banana AI capturing the imagination of users worldwide. Seedream 4.0 is designed for digital artists and hobbyists who want to create detailed, high-quality visuals in a wide range of styles, from realistic landscapes to abstract scenes. Nano Banana, on the other hand, allows users to turn selfies into 1990s Bollywood-inspired portraits, often featuring traditional South Asian attire and nostalgic retro backdrops.
A global viral phenomenon
Both tools have seen rapid adoption in 2025. Seedream 4.0 attracts those seeking versatile, high-resolution creative outputs. Nano Banana has gone viral for its playful, culturally resonant edits. Social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and X are flooded with creations from influencers, celebrities, and everyday users, showing the broad appeal of AI-driven art.
Why creativity matters
Seedream 4.0 highlights the technical potential of AI, giving users precise control over the artistic process. Nano Banana blends nostalgia with identity play, offering a visually striking way to connect with cultural heritage. Together, the platforms illustrate how AI can be both a tool for experimentation and a medium for cultural expression.
Data privacy and safety concerns
Experts warn that uploading personal images or creative files to AI platforms carries privacy risks. Questions around image storage, consent, and potential misuse are increasingly important for younger audiences and online communities. Governments and digital safety advocates in India, the UK, and beyond have emphasised caution.
Beyond the trends
Seedream 4.0 and Nano Banana each cater to different creative goals but highlight the expanding ecosystem of AI art. Users are exploring everything from high-resolution imaginative scenes to retro Bollywood portraits, showing that AI-driven experimentation is not only here to stay but also shaping global digital culture.
As these trends grow, they are influencing both digital aesthetics and social media engagement while fostering creative expression across cultures in 2025.
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Apple Intelligence adds features such as Live Translation and Image Playground
iPadOS 26 introduces Apple’s Liquid Glass design, the biggest aesthetic overhaul in a decade.
Windowing and multitasking bring MacBook-like usability to the iPad.
Productivity gains include a new Files app, Background Tasks and a Menu Bar.
Apple Intelligence adds features such as Live Translation and Image Playground.
Reviewers say the update makes the iPad more powerful, though with a learning curve.
Apple has released iPadOS 26, a free update for compatible tablets, and early reviews describe it as one of the most significant overhauls in the iPad’s history. With a striking new design language and laptop-style productivity tools, the software pushes the iPad closer than ever to being a true alternative to the MacBook.
Liquid Glass wins over critics
The most visible change is Apple’s new Liquid Glass aesthetic. First revealed at WWDC 2025, the design uses translucent layers and fluid animations to create the effect of glass surfaces shifting across the screen. Critics say it looks especially impressive on the iPad’s larger display, where the Control Centre, Lock Screen and Camera app now feel more modern and dynamic.
Reviewers note that performance has not been compromised, with the animations running smoothly even on mid-range iPad models. Many describe it as Apple’s boldest visual refresh since the move to flat design a decade ago.
Windowing and multitasking narrow the gap with Mac
The headline functional upgrade is windowing. Apps can now be opened in separate, resizable windows that can be moved and grouped on the screen. Combined with multitasking, this allows multiple apps to run side by side — making it easier to write, browse and use productivity tools simultaneously.
A new Menu Bar at the top of apps, complete with familiar File, Edit and View options, adds further Mac-like usability. The inclusion of the familiar red, yellow and green window buttons makes managing the screen more intuitive.
Analysts say these changes will appeal particularly to creative professionals and productivity users who have long wanted the iPad to behave more like a laptop.
Productivity and pro-level features
The redesigned Files app makes locating and organising content simpler, with list views, custom folders and drag-and-drop integration. Background Tasks mean large video or image files can continue processing while users move on to other apps, a feature aimed squarely at professionals.
Paired with Apple’s M-series chips, reviewers say iPads now rival many laptops in performance, while remaining lighter and more portable.
Apple Intelligence and other additions
iPadOS 26 also extends Apple’s suite of AI-powered tools. Live Translation works across FaceTime, Messages and Phone, while Image Playground allows users to generate custom visuals and emoji. New Shortcuts expand automation, while an updated Games app introduces an overlay for adjusting settings without leaving play.
Other changes include improved audio recording for professionals and expanded options in Apple Music, such as lyric translation. While some reviewers believe Apple is still behind rivals in AI, most agree the additions add useful creativity and communication options.
A learning curve for users
Not all feedback is uncritical. Reviewers highlight a learning curve in adjusting to gestures and swipes required for window management. Those accustomed to macOS may also find themselves trying to apply laptop shortcuts that do not carry over directly to iPadOS. For casual users who rely mainly on streaming and gaming, some of the professional tools may feel excessive.
Despite these challenges, the consensus is that iPadOS 26 represents the most significant step forward for Apple’s tablet in years. The combination of Liquid Glass design and MacBook-like multitasking makes the iPad more versatile than ever. For professionals, creatives and productivity-minded users, the update transforms the device into a true laptop competitor, while even casual users benefit from the refreshed design and expanded features.
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The deal makes Microsoft’s pledges legally binding for at least 7 years
The European Commission accepted Microsoft’s commitments to unbundle Teams from Office 365 and Microsoft 365.
The deal makes Microsoft’s pledges legally binding for at least seven years, avoiding a heavy antitrust fine.
Changes include reduced-price Office suites without Teams, easier switching for long-term customers, and improved interoperability.
The case followed a 2023 complaint by Slack, now owned by Salesforce.
Critics say Microsoft’s bundling harmed competition and denied customers choice.
The European Union has accepted binding commitments from Microsoft to unbundle its Teams communication platform from its Office software suites, sparing the company a potentially heavy antitrust fine. The move follows a lengthy investigation triggered by a complaint from rival service Slack.
EU decision
On Friday, the European Commission confirmed that Microsoft’s commitments would become legally binding under EU competition rules for a period of at least seven years. Regulators had accused the company of “abusive” tying practices by packaging Teams with Office products, a move that they said prevented rivals from competing fairly.
“With today’s decision, we make binding for seven years or more Microsoft’s commitments to put an end to its tying practices,” said Teresa Ribera, the Commission’s executive vice-president for clean, just and competitive transition.
Microsoft’s commitments
The commitments, first announced in May, require Microsoft to:
Offer Office 365 and Microsoft 365 suites without Teams at a reduced price.
Allow long-term licence holders to switch to versions without Teams.
Ensure better interoperability between Teams rivals and Microsoft products.
Facilitate the transfer of data from Teams to competing services.
Following a market test of its initial pledges, Microsoft also agreed to widen the price gap between bundles with and without Teams by 50% and to display alternatives without Teams more clearly on its websites.
“We appreciate the dialogue with the Commission that led to this agreement, and we turn now to implementing these new obligations promptly and fully,” said Nanna-Louise Linde, Microsoft’s vice-president of European government affairs.
Slack’s complaint and industry reaction
The case originated from a July 2023 complaint by Slack, which was acquired by Salesforce in 2021 for $27.7 billion. Salesforce executives argued that Microsoft’s bundling had distorted the market.
Sabastian Niles, Salesforce’s chief legal officer, welcomed the EU’s announcement, saying the ruling confirmed that Microsoft’s practices “harmed businesses, denied customers fair choice, and resulted in many years of lost competition.”
“This settlement is a meaningful step forward, and we applaud the Commission’s efforts to hold Microsoft accountable,” he added.
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