Renishaw, UK engineering technology company, has announced that its TEMPUS technology can reduce build times by up to 50% for users of its RenAM 500 series metal additive manufacturing (AM) systems. By utilizing advanced scanning algorithms to optimize layer sequencing, TEMPUS enhances productivity while maintaining part quality. While efficiency gains vary depending on geometry, components with thin, vertical features experience the most significant time savings.Renishaw showcased its TEMPUS solution at the Additive Manufacturing User Group (AMUG) Booth #P3 in Chicago from March 30 to April 3 and will also be RAPID + TCT Booth #1820 in Detroit from April 8-10.We are excited to introduce TEMPUS technology alongside the new RenAM 500 Ultra system, said Louise Callanan, Director of Additive Manufacturing at Renishaw. The time and cost savings offered by both TEMPUS and the RenAM 500 Ultra system will expand the viability of AM for mass production applications while also driving productivity gains for manufacturers seeking full-scale production at the lowest cost per part.Renishaw stressed that existing RenAM 500 series users can access TEMPUS technology as a paid upgrade, allowing them to maximize their investment. Additionally, the company highlighted its partnership with metal component specialist Alloyed, which has leveraged TEMPUS technology since 2021.Renishaws RenAM500Ultra. Photo via: RenishawTEMPUS Technology: Advancing AM ProductivityTraditional powder bed fusion systems require the recoater to distribute powder before laser consolidation can begin. However, TEMPUS synchronizes laser operation with recoater movement, eliminating up to nine seconds per layer and reducing total build times by tens of hours for multi-layer partsall while maintaining quality.In an interview with 3D Printing Industry, Chris Dimery, AM Business Manager EMEA at Renishaw, described TEMPUS as a time-saving technology and one of the companys largest developments in recent years. While typical cycle time reductions hover around 30%, some geometries can achieve up to 70% savings with TEMPUS.Reducing cost per part is critical to the wider adoption of AM technology. The dominant contributing factor to part cost for most components today is the time spent building the part on the machine itself. Reducing the amount of machine time per part therefore results in more cost-effective production, said Callanan.Renishaws TEMPUS. Photo via: RenishawIntroducing the RenAM 500 Ultra EnhancementsThe RenAM 500 Ultra enhances the RenAM 500 series with industry-leading optical, chamber, and gas-flow designs, as well as TEMPUS technology and advanced process monitoring software. Offering real-time build insights, it enables precise production control and in-process visibility. Designed for scalable, high-quality metal part production, the Ultra model allows manufacturers to meet evolving demands and produce complex geometries with ease.All RenAM 500 series systems, including the Ultra, are available in single-laser (500S) or quad-laser (500Q) configurations, ensuring efficient laser utilization, increased build speeds, and reduced cost per part. The Ultra model also features automated powder and waste handling systems, making it an ideal choice for high-volume production.Renishaws Collaborations with Its RenAM SolutionsIn March, Renishaw partnered with Cookson Industrial, a UK-based expert in precious metal AM, to reduce costs associated with 3D printing platinum-rhodium. By using Renishaws RenAM 500S Flex AM system, Cookson Industrial enhances material efficiency while producing high-temperature corrosion-resistant components, particularly beneficial for industries like glass fibre manufacturing.With platinum-rhodium prices averaging 80,000 per kilo, the company stressed that minimizing material waste is essential for economic feasibility. Cookson Industrial selected the RenAM 500S Flex, a laser powder bed fusion system optimized for R&D in AM, to address this challenge.In February, Connecticut-based Mott Corporation, a leader in high-precision filtration and flow control solutions, also expanded its manufacturing capabilities with the acquisition of a RenAM 500S Flex AM system. This integration has led to significant operational improvements, reducing machine turnaround and setup times by over 50% compared to previous AM technologies. Additionally, the system has improved part consistency, lowering the standard deviation of performance metrics by approximately 30%, enhancing reliability and performance in 3D printed components.Who won the 2024 3D Printing Industry Awards?Subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry newsletter to keep up with the latest 3D printing news.You can also follow us on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the 3D Printing Industry Youtube channel to access more exclusive content.Featured image showsRenishaws TEMPUS. Photo via: RenishawPaloma DuranPaloma Duran holds a BA in International Relations and an MA in Journalism. Specializing in writing, podcasting, and content and event creation, she works across politics, energy, mining, and technology. With a passion for global trends, Paloma is particularly interested in the impact of technology like 3D printing on shaping our future.

Las Americas Housing Night View | Iwan BaanLas Americas offers a compelling counterproposal in Len, Mexicoa city long shaped by horizontal expansion and unchecked suburban sprawl. Designed by SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL) in collaboration with Imuvi Development and the City of Len, the project critically challenges the dominant low-density housing model by introducing a vertical typology that is both economically viable and spatially humane. The result is not merely a building but a prototype: a spatial and social experiment in compact urban living, intended to seed future urban regeneration across similar contexts.Las Americas Housing TechnicalInformationArchitects1-3: SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL)Location: Len, Guanajuato, MexicoArea: 3,000 m2 | 32,300 Sq. Ft.Completion Year: 2021Photographs: Iwan Baan, Lorena DarqueaWe have always believed housing to be an essential part of every city, and that quality housing should be a right for all. Florian Idenburg, Co-founder, SO ILLas Americas Housing PhotographsAerial View | Iwan BaanLas Americas Housing | Iwan BaanFacade | Lorena DarqueaFacade | Lorena DarqueaCourtyard | Lorena DarqueaTerrace | Lorena DarqueaCourtyard | Iwan BaanDetail | Iwan BaanModel | SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL)Rethinking Density: Urban Context and Design IntentLens housing landscape has long been defined by mass-produced, detached dwellings on the citys outskirtstypologies that have inadvertently deepened urban inequality, stretched municipal services, and disconnected residents from the citys social and economic core. The proliferation of these freestanding homes has led to an alarming loss of density, undermining the viability of public infrastructure and transit systems.Las Americas confronts this condition by proposing an alternative: a 60-unit vertical housing block located within the citys central fabric. This strategic siting is as political as it is architectural, repositioning affordable housing not as a peripheral necessity but as urban infrastructure. By densifying inward rather than sprawling outward, the project reclaims the promise of a walkable, interconnected cityone in which housing is integrated into the economic and cultural life of the metropolis.The design intends to bridge the psychological and spatial gap between detached single-family dwellings and collective vertical living. Rather than merely stacking units, SO IL sought to craft a building that could emulate the spatial dignity, privacy, and autonomy associated with freestanding homes while leveraging the economic efficiencies of collective infrastructure.Spatial Qualities: Organization, Privacy, and Dwelling ExperienceA defining feature of Las Americas is its single-loaded corridor systema pragmatic yet nuanced spatial decision that allows all units to open onto dual interior courtyards. This configuration ensures cross-ventilation and daylighting in each unit while creating a porous boundary between private and communal space. While modest in size, these courtyards function as microclimatic regulators and potential social condensers, offering the possibility of shared encounters without compromising individual privacy.Crucially, the design ensures that no unit directly faces anotheran architectural gesture that preserves the residents sense of seclusion and ownership. This arrangement signals a subtle but significant shift in a context where vertical housing is often associated with overcrowding and anonymity. The buildings internal logic suggests that density need not come at the expense of intimacy or identity.The corridors themselves, often neglected in affordable housing typologies, are not reduced to utilitarian conduits but treated as extensions of the domestic realmtransitional spaces that mediate between the private unit and the shared life of the building. Views to the neighborhood and courtyards reinforce a sense of belonging and visual connection to the surrounding city.Materiality and Prefabrication: Building Character Under ConstraintWorking within the constraints of a minimal budget, SO IL turned to prefabrication and modularity as tools of both economy and expression. Utility cores are shared across units, minimizing infrastructural redundancy, while prefabricated components expedite construction and reduce costs without compromising spatial quality.Most notable is the faade system, composed of uniquely developed concrete blocks. These units do more than mask the buildings structurethey actively contribute to its environmental and experiential performance. The blocks are configured to filter light, enhance privacy, and introduce subtle variations in texture and shadow. They cast rhythmic patterns from within that enrich the interior atmosphere; from without, they generate a tactile, monolithic identity that responds to Lens material vernacular while establishing its architectural voice.This synthesis of economy and character reflects a broader ethos throughout the project: material constraints need not result in aesthetic impoverishment. Instead, limitation becomes a catalyst for innovationan opportunity to reexamine conventional hierarchies between cost, quality, and design intent.Las Americas Housing Prototype PotentialLas Americas is not simply a one-off solution but a prototype with systemic ambitions. By proposing a replicable model for urban affordable housing, the project speaks directly to the challenges facing many Latin American cities: rising inequality, infrastructural fragmentation, and the urgent need for sustainable density. In this light, the projects significance lies in its built form and strategic alliances between architects, municipal actors, and private developers to reform urban housing policy.Significantly, the project reframes the idea of affordable housing in cultural terms. It resists the notion that such developments must be utilitarian, remote, or stigmatized. Instead, it argues for a new vernacular rooted in material honesty, spatial intelligence, and urban integration.Las Americas Housing PlansFloor Plan | SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL)Unit Typology | SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL)Unit Typology | SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL)Las Americas Housing Image GalleryAbout SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL)SOLID OBJECTIVES IDENBURG LIU (SOIL) is a New Yorkbased architectural practice founded in 2008 by Florian Idenburg and Jing Liu. The firm is known for its innovative, tactile approach to architecture that emphasizes material experimentation, spatial fluidity, and cultural engagement. SOILs work spans exhibitions, public buildings, and housing projects worldwide, often blurring boundaries between inside and outside and provoking interaction through light, texture, and form.Credits and Additional NotesTeam: Florian Idenburg, Ilias Papageorgiou, Isabel Sarasa, Seunghyun Kang, Sophie Nichols, Pam AnantrungrojConsultants: Amador Rodriguez, Ruben Alejandro Vazquez Rivera (Imuvi)Client: Imuvi Development & City of Len

We wanted to highlight what was already there, said Carrie Coningsby, senior designer at Holloway Li. We did a deep dive of what we had, starting from there and then building up. We approached the lighting strategy like one of our materials. In other words, lighting acts as a layer to highlight original characteristics of the building. In the reception area, this means adding cove lights to draw attention upward toward an original gold mosaic ceiling, which previously went unnoticed by guests. The reception desk at Club Quarters Hotel, London City, renovated by Holloway Li for Club Quarters. (Nicholas Worley)The theme of lighting as material continues into the hybrid lobbycoworking space and cafe with fixtures installed over bespoke joinery. The lobby occupies the former typist room of the bank, originally anchored by a circular pendant that hung over the desks. Now, a custom octagonal brass pendant recalls this history.The lounge and coworking area, with Margas sofa by &Tradition, Times 7 chair by Poltrona Frau, IO long coffee table by L. Ercolani, Emilia Kuoio chair by Meridiani, Slone Table by E15, bespoke rug by Holloway Li with Oriental Weavers, and Loafer chair by Space Copenhagen. (Nicholas Worley)Further historic references tie the hotel to its neighborhood. As Coningsby explained, The history of the area has its own tailoring traditions, which are separate from other tailoring traditions of London. Bespoke curtains by Elizabeth Power allude to the understated yet luxurious style of suits worn by bankers in the financial district; the headers are inspired by common shirt cuffs and cuff links.Detail of the banquette seating area below original artwork by Elizabeth Power, with drapery by Holloway Li in collaboration with Couture Embroidery, pouf with ball feet by Six the Residence, and Bellingen table lamp by Neoz. (Nicholas Worley)This sartorial style suffuses the contemporary and elegant design of the hotels rooms. Each guest room has a different dimension thanks to the quirks of heritage buildings, so the design adapts to accommodate relaxation areas and workspaces across the hotels eight floors.Project SpecificationsDesign Architect: Holloway LiInterior Design: Holloway LiElectrical Engineering: Introba Lighting Design: Light IQGeneral Contractor: MM ServicesClient Representative: Cumming Group

The latest edition of Europes biennial competition for young designers Europan has opened for entries (Deadline: 29 July)Open to multidisciplinary teams under 40 years of age and based in Europe Europan 18 seeks proposals for 47 urban sites spread across 12 countries. Countries contributing competition sites include France, Spain, Germany, Sweden and Norway.The latest competition focuses on re-sourcing existing neighbourhoods and public realm by reconsidering natural elements, ways of life and inclusivity, and materials. The winning teams will each receive a cash prize worth 12,000 in local currency, along with support to negotiate a commission to deliver their scheme.Contest sites include a 253ha railways lands site neighbouring Lisbons Aguas Livres AqueductCredit:Image by Paulo Juntas Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.5 Generic licenseAccording to the brief: The fragility of the Earths ecosystem and social crises lead to the imagination of alternative practices to harmful extraction of resources, overconsumption and pollution of living milieus.Regenerating projects that embrace nature and culture are to be thought up and implemented. It is about weaving synergies between biogeophysical data with socio-spatial justice and health ones.Three main directions for designing forms of resilience and resourcing of inhabited milieus make it possible to reactivate other forms of dynamics and narratives around the ecologies of living and caring.First held in 1989, Europan was set up to boost young European designers and promote open dialogue and co-operation between European countries on issues relating to housing and urban planning.Now in its 18th edition, the contest is organised by a European federation of national architecture organisations.This years sites are themed around reusing derelict structures, promoting open neighbourhoods, creating new urban relationships, dealing with water, reactivating soils, and regenerating landscapes.Plots featured in the contest include a 148.6ha former winery in Felanitx, Mallorca; the 26ha village of Roa near Oslo in Norway; the 410ha Klara Nova agricultural district on the edges of Novi Zagreb in Croatia; a 253ha railways lands site neighbouring Lisbons Aguas Livres Aqueduct (pictured); and a 103ha industrial site in the centre of Turku, Finland.Competitors may apply for a maximum of one competition site in each participating country. Their applications may include either a strategic reflection on the overall site or an architectural solution for a defined part of the plot. All proposals will be evaluated by the Europan Scientific Council prior to the national juries selecting a winner.Participating teams must feature at least one architect, with all members aged under 40 and holding either a European degree or working in Europe.Submissions may be in English and potentially the local language of the contest site and must include three A1-sized display boards, a description of the submitted project plus three promotional images and a project text of four pages. Applicants pay a 100 registration fee.The overall winners, to be announced on 17 November, will each receive 12,000 and support to negotiate a design commission. Runners-up will receive cash prizes worth 6,000. A special mention may also be announced.How to applyDeadline: 29 JulyCompetition funding source: Not suppliedProject funding source: Not suppliedOwner of site(s): Not suppliedContact details: contact@europan-europe.euVisit the competition website for more information

Published April 7, 2025 10:00am EDT close Government officials weigh benefits, risks of AI Fox News chief political anchor Bret Baier has the latest on regulatory uncertainty amid artificial intelligence development on "Special Report." Have you ever stopped to think about how much your chatbot knows about you? Over the years, tools like ChatGPT have become incredibly adept at learning your preferences, habits and even some of your deepest secrets. But while this can make them seem more helpful and personalized, it also raises some serious privacy concerns. As much as you learn from these AI tools, they learn just as much about you. A man using ChatGPT on his laptop (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)What ChatGPT knowsChatGPT learns a lot about you through your conversations, storing details like your preferences, habits and even sensitive information you might inadvertently share. This data, which includes both what you type and account-level information like your email or location, is often used to improve AI models but can also raise privacy concerns if mishandled.Many AI companies collect data without explicit consent and rely on vast datasets scraped from the web, which can include sensitive or copyrighted material. These practices are now under scrutiny by regulators worldwide, with laws like Europes GDPR emphasizing users "right to be forgotten." While ChatGPT can feel like a helpful companion, its essential to remain cautious about what you share to protect your privacy. ChatGPT on a phone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Why sharing sensitive information is riskySharing sensitive information with generative AI tools like ChatGPT can expose you to significant risks. Data breaches are a major concern, as demonstrated in March 2023 when a bug allowed users to see others chat histories, highlighting vulnerabilities in AI systems. Your chat history could also be accessed through legal requests, such as subpoenas, putting your private data at risk. User inputs are also often used to train future AI models unless you actively opt out, and this process isnt always transparent or easy to manage.These risks underscore the importance of exercising caution and avoiding the disclosure of sensitive personal, financial or proprietary information when using AI tools. A woman using ChatGPT on her laptop (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)What not to share with ChatGPTTo protect your privacy and security, its crucial to be mindful of what you share. Here are some things you should definitely keep to yourself.Identity details: Social Security numbers, drivers license numbers and other personal identifiers should never be disclosedMedical records:While it might be tempting to seek interpretations for lab results or symptoms, these should be redacted before uploadingFinancial information: Bank account numbers and investment details are highly vulnerable if sharedCorporate secrets:Proprietary data or confidential work-related information can expose trade secrets or client dataLogin credentials:Passwords, PINs and security answers should remain within secure password managers ChatGPT on a Wikipedia page on a phone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to protect your privacy while using ChatbotsIf you rely on AI tools but want to safeguard your privacy, consider these strategies.1) Delete conversations regularly: Most platforms allow users todelete chat histories. Doing so ensures that sensitive prompts dont linger on servers.2) Use temporary chats: Features like ChatGPTs Temporary Chat mode prevent conversations from being stored or used for training purposes.3) Opt out of training data usage: Many AI platforms offer settings to exclude your prompts from being used for model improvement. Explore these options in account settings.4) Anonymize inputs: Tools like Duck.ai anonymize prompts before sending them to AI models, reducing the risk of identifiable data being stored.5) Secure your account:Enable two-factor authenticationand use strong passwords for added protection against unauthorized access. Consider using apassword manager to generate and store complex passwords. Remember, your account-level details like email addresses and location can be stored and used to train AI models, so securing your account helps limit how much personal information is accessible. Get more details about mybest expert-reviewed password managers of 2025 here.6) Use a VPN:Employ a reputable virtual private network (VPN) to encrypt internet traffic and conceal your IP address, enhancing online privacy during chatbot use. A VPN adds a crucial layer of anonymity, especially since data shared with AI tools can include sensitive or identifying information, even unintentionally. A reliable VPN is essential for protecting your online privacy and ensuring a secure, high-speed connection.For the best VPN software, see my expert review of the best VPNs for browsing the web privately on your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS devices.Kurt's key takeawaysChatbots like ChatGPT are undeniably powerful tools that enhance productivity and creativity. However, their ability to store and process user data demands caution. By understanding what not to share and taking steps to protect your privacy, you can enjoy the benefits of AI while minimizing risks. Ultimately, its up to you to strike a balance between leveraging AIs capabilities and safeguarding your personal information. Remember: Just because a chatbot feels human doesnt mean it should be treated like one. Be mindful of what you share and always prioritize your privacy.Do you think AI companies need to do more to protect users' sensitive information and ensure transparency in data collection and usage? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/Contact.For more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/Newsletter.Follow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? 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Fintech trade body calls on the government to establish a national centre to help businesses across different sectors fight fraud through data sharing.Innovate Finance said that current data sharing initiatives designed to fight fraud operate in silos, which means the country lacks the critical mass or scale needed to stop fraudsters.The call for an anti-fraud centre came in the organisations plan to halve fraud in the UK by 2028, titled A technology strategy to smash fraud.This includes: A world-first data sharing approach across sectors, regulators and law enforcement industry, to industrialise the UKs use of technology to spot and stop fraud and enable all financial firms large and small to access and use these solutions.It also calls for shared liability for social media and telecommunications platforms for fraud originating on their platforms and networks, as well as building a UK anti-fraud tech industry.Janine Hirt, CEO at Innovate Finance, said that while fraud accounts for over 40% of crime, it receives less than 1% of police resources. Given the scale of the threat posed to consumers and businesses alike, we urgently need a more collaborative, targeted and effective strategy that aspires to smash fraud in the UK, she said.Another data sharing initiative designed to fight fraud was initiated by Stop Scams UK, through its intelligence-sharing pilots. It sees banks and tech firms coming together to share information on fraud to give them visibility of the attacks targeted at customers.Read more about online scamsThe collaboration has brought together banks such as HSBC, NatWest and Santander with tech firms Amazon, Google and Meta.Last year, a Which?-led coalition of banks and telecoms operators called on the newly instated Labour government to take thelead on enabling data sharingto help fight digital fraud.But Hirt said a national centre for current anti-fraud data sharing activity needs to be strengthened. Current data sharing initiatives, while effective, operate in silos, which can make it difficult in practice, she said. Critically, there is nothing in place with the critical mass or scale required to crush organised fraud.She said there is widespread agreement that establishing a national anti-fraud centre could help deliver this.Hirt also said laws, including the Online Safety Act 2023, need to be updated to make tackling crime a shared responsibility between payment providers and the social media and telecommunications firms.Luke Charters, MP for York Outer, said the pain and distress caused by fraud are immeasurable.Effectively countering this threat requires a coordinated, cross-sector response, leveraging expertise from financial institutions, regulatory bodies, law enforcement and policymakers alike, he said. To effectively combat fraud at scale, I believe we should establish a national anti-fraud centre. By uniting insights, intelligence and expertise from across industries, this centre could serve as a formidable force against fraudsters, enabling real-time threat detection and disruption.Hirt said the benefits of investment in fighting fraud would go beyond creating a safe place to invest and create an industry.The aim of the strategy is to not only reinforce the UKs international competitiveness as a safe place to invest, but also frame the focus for the UK to develop and export new anti-fraud regulatory technology (RegTech) solutions, she said.According to Innovate Finance, the RegTech sector, a subset of fintech, is projected to be worth $246bn globally by 2032.

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Why it matters: A Minecraft Movie might not have won critical acclaim from reviewers, but it's certainly proving to be a hit with the general public. The film was a smash at the box office over the weekend, generating $157 million domestically and $144 million overseas for a total of $301 million a new record opening for a video game adaptation. The Jack Black and Jason Momoa-starring Minecraft movie was expected to earn around $150 million globally over its opening weekend, but it has managed to more than double that figure.It also means that A Minecraft Movie has broken The Super Mario Bros. Movie's record for the best start ever for a video game adaptation. It earned $146.4 million during its three-day Easter weekend launch in 2023.Super Mario Bros. went on to earn $500 million during its first week and $1.36 billion by the end of its box office run, so it'll be interesting to see how A Minecraft Movie compares. It's already 12th on the list of highest-grossing films based on video games (below).Highest-grossing video game film adaptationsRankPeakTitleBased on video game(s)Original game publisher(s)DateWorldwide grossDistributorFormat11The Super Mario Bros. MovieSuper MarioNintendoApril 5, 2023$1,362,566,989Universal PicturesAnimated22Sonic the Hedgehog 3Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic Adventure 2SegaDecember 20, 2024$491,603,986Paramount PicturesLive-action/animated31Pokmon Detective PikachuDetective Pikachu and PokmonNintendo, The Pokmon CompanyMay 10, 2019$450,062,638Warner Bros. PicturesLive-action41WarcraftWarcraftBlizzard EntertainmentJune 10, 2016$439,048,914Universal PicturesLive-action52RampageRampageMidway GamesApril 13, 2018$428,028,233Warner Bros. PicturesLive-action64UnchartedUnchartedSony Interactive EntertainmentFebruary 18, 2022$407,141,258Sony Pictures ReleasingLive-action74Sonic the Hedgehog 2Sonic the HedgehogSegaApril 8, 2022$405,421,518Paramount PicturesLive-action/animated82The Angry Birds MovieAngry BirdsRovio EntertainmentMay 20, 2016$352,333,929Sony Pictures ReleasingAnimated91Prince of Persia: The Sands of TimePrince of Persia: The Sands of TimeUbisoftMay 28, 2010$336,365,676Walt Disney Studios Motion PicturesLive-action106Sonic the HedgehogSonic the HedgehogSegaFebruary 14, 2020$320,954,026Paramount PicturesLive-action/animated114Resident Evil: The Final ChapterResident EvilCapcomJanuary 27, 2017$312,257,250Sony Pictures ReleasingLive-action121A Minecraft MovieMinecraftMojang StudiosApril 4th, 2025$301,000,000Warner Bros. PicturesLive-action132Resident Evil: AfterlifeResident EvilCapcomSeptember 10, 2010$300,228,084Sony Pictures ReleasingLive-action1412Five Nights at Freddy'sFive Nights at Freddy'sScottGamesOctober 27, 2023$297,144,130Universal PicturesLive-action151Lara Croft: Tomb RaiderTomb RaiderEidos InteractiveJune 15, 2001$274,703,340Paramount PicturesLive-actionThe Hollywood Reporter also notes that A Minecraft Movie has not only had the best start of any film this year, but is the biggest domestic launch since Deadpool and Wolverine in July 2024, and the biggest in the history of Warners (not adjusted for inflation).Warner Bros. Pictures CEOs Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy reacted to the news of the movie's success in a statement. "We're absolutely overjoyed A Minecraft Movie has been so warmly received by audiences around the world. A Minecraft Movie's decade-long journey to the screen was overseen with great care by WBP's Jesse Ehrman and his team, and we are thrilled their efforts have resulted in such a tremendous response." // Related StoriesThe initial reviews of A Minecraft Movie last week were better than many expected, with the general consensus being it's pretty much okay some outlets even went so far as to call it good. The public reaction appeared more positive, as illustrated by the successful box office figures.As we wrote at the time, Minecraft isn't the first video game movie adaptation with less-than-glowing reviews to do well financially. The top ten highest-grossing films based on video games include Rampage ($428 million), Uncharted ($407 million), and Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time ($336 million), all of which received similar mixed reviews upon their release.

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsSwitch 2 vs. Switch OLED specsSwitch 2 vs. Switch OLED design and featuresSwitch 2 vs. Switch OLED controllersSwitch 2 vs. Switch OLED gamesSwitch 2 vs. Switch OLED priceThe Nintendo Switch 2 promises to be the future of Nintendo consoles with tons of upcoming Switch 2 games, new features, and better hardware. However, how different is this system from the newest and most expensive Switch model, the Switch OLED? The two dont look very different from the outside, and the new console is not going to be cheap, either. We already compared the Switch 2 vs. Switch and Switch 2 vs. Steam Deck to see how these systems stack up, but what about your precious OLED? There are a lot more factors than specs and screen types to consider when choosing between two systems so we have broken down all the important things you need to know to decide if the Switch 2 is a worthy upgrade.Nintendo Switch OLEDNintendo Switch 2SizeApproximately 4 inches high, 9.4 inches long, and .55 inches deep (with Joy-Con attached)3.9mm thickWeightApproximately .71 pounds (.93 pounds with Joy-Con controllers attached)TBDScreenMulti-touch capacitive touch screen / 7-inch OLED Screen / 1280 x 7207.9-inches, 1080p HDR, 120Hz.CPU/GPUNVIDIA Custom Tegra processorTBDStorage64 GB (microSD card expandable)256GBWirelessWi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac compliant)YesVideo outputUp to 1080p via HDMI in TV mode and up to 720p via built-in screen in tabletop mode and handheld mode4K docked via HDMI, 1080p handheldAudio outputCompatible with 5.1ch Linear PCM output with output via HDMI3D audioSpeakersStereoStereoUSB connectorUSB Type-C2 USB Type-C portsHeadphone/mic jack3.5mm 4-pole stereo (CTIA standard)Built-in mic with noise-cancelling tech, but an audio jack is included in the new Pro ControllerGame card slotNintendo Switch game cardsNintendo Switch game cardsmicroSD card slotCompatible with microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC memory cardsSupports microSD ExpressInternal batteryLithium-ion battery/4310mAhLithium-ion battery/522mAh or ~20WhrBattery lifeApproximately 4.5 to 9 hours2 6.5 hoursCharging timeApproximately 3 hoursTBDAvailabilityAvailable nowLaunching on June 5The unfortunate thing about the Switch OLED is that it has nearly identical specs as the regular Switch, save for two important features. First is obviously the screen since it is right there in the name. Both the original Switch and Switch 2 use an LCD screen, while the OLED uses, well, OLED. If those letters dont mean anything to you, the basic idea is that OLED screens are able to display better color contrast, especially with blacks, that make games appear more vibrant without actually improving the graphical quality. The reason the OLED model is its own version and not standard is because these screens cost quite a bit more than LCD.Recommended VideosFor the Switch 2, while it does not have an OLED screen, it does have far better graphical power than the OLED. It can support up to 4K visuals while docked and 1080p in handheld mode, plus it has HDR and ray tracing support. These wont yield the exact same visual depth as an OLED screen, but it is more than a worthy tradeoff in the grand scheme of things. The last point on screens is that the Switch 2 has a bigger screen at 7.9 inches compared to 7.RelatedThe other minor improvement the OLED has over the base Switch is in storage space, but even this pales in comparison to what the Switch 2 is packing. Your OLED has 64 GB of internal space, while the Switch 2 crushes that number with 256 GB. Granted, both are easily expanded with SD cards.One area where the OLED does come out on top is battery life. The OLED can run for anywhere between 4.5 to 9 hours, depending on how demanding the game is, while the Switch 2 can run out of juice in as little as 2 hours and maxes out at around 6.5. NintendoBesides the difference in size, youre not going to see a major difference between these consoles. Both have the exact same design and form factor, though the Switch 2 does feel a bit heftier.The only benefit the OLED has over the Switch 2 is that there are a few limited edition models for specific games, while there is only the default Switch 2 for now.NintendoSince theres no difference between the OLED controllers and the default Joy-cons, you know exactly what youre getting here. Every other controller, like the Pro Controller, also works on the Switch OLED, so theres no shortage of great options. Meanwhile, the Switch 2 comes with new and improved Joy-cons that could be a game changer. Not only are they a bit bigger and more comfortable, but they have a couple of new tricks. The first is the ability to be used like a computer mouse and slid along a surface for more precise aiming. This was shown off in Metroid Prime 4: BeyondThe other new addition is a C button for GameChat. Now, voice and video chatting will be a breeze on the Switch 2, thanks to a built-in microphone. While there is also a new version of the Pro Controller with back paddles as well, all your existing Switch controllers will also work on the Switch 2.NintendoAll of the best Switch games are even better on the OLED, but the same can be said about the Switch 2. While there are a handful of original Switch games that are getting paid Switch 2 Editions with massive improvements and extra content, almost all of the current Switch library will be playable on the new hardware thanks to backwards compatibility. On top of that, we will begin to see more and more Switch 2 exclusive games going forward and fewer cross-generational games.NintendoLast up, theres the price tag. Nintendo consoles have not gone down in price since release outside of rare sales or bundles, so expect these prices to hold (or possibly go up in the case of the Switch 2).You can get a new Switch OLED for $350, while the Switch 2 is currently priced $100 more at $450. However, that price may not be final given the uncertain nature of tariffs impacting the market.Editors Recommendations