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Throughout Kevin Costners storied acting career, hes owned a handful of real estate gems. The Oscar winner still owns many impressive homes in California and Coloradosome of which have made headlines in recent years amid his divorce with Christine Baumgartner and efforts to fund his Horizon film series. So as Yellowstone moves forward without its John Dutton, were turning our focus to Costners property portfolio to help fill the void. From a California compound valued at $145 million to a 160-acre ranch in Colorado (which, yes, fans can visit!), there's no denying Costner's real estate holdings are grand.More Celebrity Real Estate:Courtesy of ParamountKevin Costner in Yellowstone.The $145 Million Compound in Santa Barbara, CaliforniaIn 1988, while married to his first wife Cindy Silva, Costner purchased a massive compound in Carpinteria, California, near Santa Barbara. The 1.4-acre lot exists on a bluff overlooking the ocean and includes a main house with two other houses on it. When Costner and Silva split in 1994, he kept the home thats now reportedly valued at $145 million. Before he officially tied the knot with his second wife Christine Baumgartner in 2004, he expressed that he wouldnt get married again without clarity that [his] separate property residences would remain [his] to live in no matter what happened in [their] marriage, per official documents. During Costner and Baumgartners divorce in 2023, which was finalized in February 2024, Costner claimed Baumgartner wouldnt leave the property. She was reportedly living in one of the smaller houses on it, and a judge eventually ruled that she had to vacate. She then moved into a Montecito rental home that cost a cool $40,000 per month, and the former couple settled the divorce with Costner maintaining ownership of the compound.The 160-Acre Ranch in Aspen, ColoradoJohn Kelly//Getty ImagesCostners largest property purchase is a 160-acre ranch in Aspen, Colorado, that he paid $30 million for in 2000, according to Business Insider. He named the estate Dunbar Ranch after his character in the 1990 film Dances With Wolves. On the ranch, there are three houses: the main six-bedroom residence (known as hill house), a three-bedroom lake house, and a three-bedroom river houseall of which are currently available to rent individually or together, starting at $10,000 per night. Each home boasts cozy, rustic charm thanks to exposed wood beams, fireplaces, and ample outdoor space. There are phenomenal views of the Independence Pass and Aspen Mountain throughout the property. Plus, there are tons of activities to do in the area including skiing, tubing, ice fishing, dog sledding, hiking, canoeing, and more.Related StoryThe Santa Barbara Home Costner Mortgaged for HorizonRichard ForemanKevin Costner in Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1.By 2006, Costner scooped up a second California property down the street from his compound for a reported $28.5 million. The plot initially included roughly 17 acres, but he ended up selling seven of those to a neighbor the following year. While Costner intended to replace the existing two-bedroom, two-bathroom house with a larger residence, a guesthouse, and a pool, he decided to mortgage the home to fund his $100 million Horizon: An American Saga film series. Ive mortgaged 10 acres on the water in Santa Barbara where I was going to build my last house, he told Deadline in a 2023 interview. But I did it without a thought. It has thrown my accountant into a f*cking conniption fit. But its my life, and I believe in the idea and the story. In an interview with the Associated Press, he clarified: It wasnt an easy decision, but it was the decision I needed to make.Before mortgaging the home, Costner did briefly put the estate on the market for $60 million in 2017. He still owns the property, which has private beach access, a path for horseback riding, and ocean views. Love knowing what your favorite stars are up to? Same. Lets keep up with them together.Follow House Beautiful on Instagram and TikTok.

In the latest Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg reported that the 2nd generation of Apple Vision Pro is expected to hit the market between fall of 2025 and spring of 2026. This mostly aligns with previous reports, although slightly less optimistic.As a refresher, supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reported last week that Apple had seriously delayed its plans for a cheaper Apple Vision headset, and would instead be focusing on a second generation Apple Vision Pro to release next year.Apple plans to upgrade the Vision Pro 2 from the M2 chip to the upcoming M5 chip, delivering a massive performance boost. Apple unveiled the first gen Vision Pro with the then-latest M2 chip, but the quick release of the M3 and M4 chips soon after made the $3,500 spatial computer feel a bit dated.At least this time around, Apple Vision Pro should be getting M5 around the same time as the first Macs will get M5, so it shouldnt feel as dated, hopefully.Currently, Apple Vision Pro 2 is highly likely to look about the same as the current generation of Apple Vision Pro, according to Bloomberg:Apple is working onseveral ideasfor its Vision headset line, but at least one version of the second-generation Vision Pro assuming itsreleased will lookalmost entirely like the current design. The big changes are internal, including a processor upgrade.Apple recently released its new Wide and Ultra Wide display options for Mac Virtual Display in visionOS 2.2, which a lot of people, including myself, have found quite appealing. With Apple cancelling its plans for cheaper hardware, its quite clear that the company will need to focus on compelling software features like this one to keep Apple Vision Pro appealing in the market.Are you excited for Apple Vision Pro 2 and the future of Apple Vision? Let us know in the comments.Follow Michael:X/Twitter,Threads,InstagramAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

See at Peacock Watch the EPL in the US from $8 a month Peacock See at Peacock See more details See at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at Now Watch the Premier League in the UK from 15 with Now Now See at Now See more details See at Fubo Watch the Premier League in Canada from CA$30 per month Fubo Canada See at Fubo See more details See at Optus Watch the Premier League in Australia from AU$7 a month Optus Sport See at Optus See more details Table of Contents Premier League surprise package Nottingham Forest will look to tighten their grip on third place on Sunday as they host 12th-placed Newcastle at the City Ground.Forest are on a run of three consecutive wins, with striker Chris Wood in a rich vein of form, having scored eight times in his 10 league appearances so far this season.They face a Newcastle side today that have emerged from a sticky patch in some style, having followed up their Carabao Cup win against Chelsea with a statement win over Arsenal in the Premier League.Nottingham Forest take on Newcastle United on Sunday, Nov. 10, at the City Ground, with kickoff set for 2 p.m. GMTlocal time, making it a 9a.m. ET or 7 a.m. PTstart in the US and Canada and a1 a.m. AEDTkickoff in Australia in the early hours of Monday morning.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the match as it happens, wherever you are in the world. Chris Wood faces his old side today, having spent one full season at St. James' Park before joining Nottingham Forest. Michael Regan/Getty ImagesHow to watch Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle in the US without cableSunday's Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle match is streaming onPeacock. You'll need a Peacock Premium or Premium Plus account to catch the game live. CNET Peacock offers two Premium plans, and after the recent price increases, the ad-supported Premium plan costs $8 a month and the ad-free Premium Plus plan is $14 a month. See at Peacock How to watch the Premier League 2024-25 season from anywhere with a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view EPL matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 25% speed loss in 2024 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month with codeSPECIALDEAL, which should be automatically applied.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 82% off with 24mo plan (+6 free months) See at ExpressVPN Livestream Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle in the UKSunday's London derby is exclusive to Sky Sports, showing on its Sky Sports Main Event, Premier League and UHD channels. If you already have Sky Sports as part of your TV package, you can stream the game via its Sky Go app, but cord-cutters will want to get set up with a Now account and a Now Sports membership to stream the game. Now TV Sky subsidiary Now offers streaming access to Sky Sports channels with a Now Sports membership. You can get a day of access for 15, or sign up to a monthly plan from 35 per month right now. See at Now .Livestream Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle in CanadaIf you want to stream this EPL game live in Canada, you'll need to subscribe to Fubo Canada. The service has exclusive rights to every Premier League fixture once again this season. Fubo Fubo is the go-to destination for Canadians looking to watch the EPL this season, with exclusive streaming rights to every match. It costs CA$30 per month, though you can save some cash by paying quarterly or annually. See at Fubo Livestream Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle in AustraliaFootball fans down under can watch EPL matches live on streaming service Optus Sport, which is showing every single Premier League fixture of the 2024-25 season live in Australia. Optus With exclusive rights to streamall EPL matches live this season, as well as German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga games, streaming service Optus Sport is a particularly big draw for Aussie soccer fans.If you're already an Optus network customer, you can bag Optus Sport for a reduced price, with discounts bringing the price down to as low as AU$7 per month. If you're not, a standalone monthly subscription to the service starts at AU$25. See at Optus Quick tips for streaming the Premier League using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming EPL matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.

See at Sling TV Watch the Premier League on USA Network from $40 a month Sling TV See at Sling TV See more details See at ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming ExpressVPN See at ExpressVPN See more details See at Fubo Watch the Premier League in Canada from CA$30 per month Fubo Canada See at Fubo See more details See at Optus Watch the Premier League in Australia from AU$7 a month Optus Sport See at Optus See more details Table of Contents Tottenham will look to put their midweek defeat against Galatasaray in the Europa League behind them as they return to EPL action with a home fixture against relegation-threatened Ipswich.There's plenty of incentive for Ange Postecoglou's side to claim a sixth win of the season here today, with a victory set to lift the Lillywhites into the top four.They host an Ipswich side currently second from bottom, that still remains winless, having conceded an injury time equalizer against Leicester City in their 1-1 draw last weekend.Spurs take on Ipswich Town on Sunday, Nov. 10, at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with kickoff set for 2 p.m. GMTlocal time, making it a 9a.m. ET or 7 a.m. PTstart in the US and Canada and a1 a.m. AEDTkickoff in Australia in the early hours of Monday morning.Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the match as it happens, wherever you are in the world. Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna will be aiming to end a five-game run of consecutive defeats away from home against teams in London. Alex Broadway/Getty ImagesHow to watch Tottenham vs. Ipswich in the US without cableSunday's Tottenham vs. Ipswich match is streaming on USA Network, which you can access as part of your cable package or at theNBC Sports websitewith a valid login. It can also be streamed via Sling TV and other, more expensive streaming TV services. Sling TV/CNET Sling TV's Blue plan includes USA Network, making it a great option for fans wanting to watch Premier League action. It's $40 per month and features over 40 channels, including other sports channels like ESPN and FS1.Read our Sling TV review. See at Sling TV How to watch the Premier League 2024-25 season from anywhere with a VPNIf you find yourself unable to view EPL matches locally, you may need a different way to watch the games -- that's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on game day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network and you want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.With a VPN, you're able to virtually change your location on your phone, tablet or laptop to get access to the game. Most VPNs, like our Editors' Choice, ExpressVPN, make it really easy to do this.Using a VPN to watch or stream sports is legal in any country where VPNs are legal, including the US, UK and Canada, as long as you have a legitimate subscription to the service you're streaming. You should be sure your VPN is set up correctly to prevent leaks: Even where VPNs are legal, the streaming service may terminate the account of anyone it deems to be circumventing correctly applied blackout restrictions. James Martin/CNET 2024 Latest Tests DNS leaks detected, 25% speed loss in 2024 testsNetwork 3,000 plus servers in 105 countriesJurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN isour current best VPN pickfor people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It's normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you'll get three months free and save 49%. That's the equivalent of $6.67 a month with codeSPECIALDEAL, which should be automatically applied.Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. 82% off with 24mo plan (+6 free months) See at ExpressVPN Can I livestream Tottenham vs. Ipswich in the UK?No broadcaster has selected this game for live broadcast in the UK.That also means that if you're in the UK traveling for pleasure or for work, you're unlikely to be able to watch the game like you normally would at home, thanks to geoblocking.There's one option to get around this, however. By using a VPN, as explained above, you can set your location to a country where the match is being broadcast and go from there.Livestream Tottenham vs. Ipswich in CanadaIf you want to stream this EPL game live in Canada, you'll need to subscribe to Fubo Canada. The service has exclusive rights to every Premier League fixture once again this season. Fubo Fubo is the go-to destination for Canadians looking to watch the EPL this season, with exclusive streaming rights to every match. It costs CA$30 per month, though you can save some cash by paying quarterly or annually. See at Fubo Livestream Tottenham vs. Ipswich in AustraliaFootball fans down under can watch EPL matches live on streaming service Optus Sport, which is showing every single Premier League fixture of the 2024-25 season live in Australia. Optus With exclusive rights to streamall EPL matches live this season, as well as German Bundesliga and Spanish La Liga games, streaming service Optus Sport is a particularly big draw for Aussie soccer fans.If you're already an Optus network customer, you can bag Optus Sport for a reduced price, with discounts bringing the price down to as low as AU$7 per month. If you're not, a standalone monthly subscription to the service starts at AU$25. See at Optus Quick tips for streaming the Premier League using a VPNWith four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming EPL matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommendBrave.

Apple Intelligence, the name of Apple's home grown generative AI, takes another step forward with the public beta releases for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2 and MacOS Sequoia 15.2. This drop includes some of the most exciting Apple Intelligence features like GenMoji, Image Playground and the ChatGPT integration for Siri.The public beta release of iOS 18.2 follows the latest public release of iOS 18.1, which includes a handful of Apple Intelligence features like AI-suggested writing tools that pop up in documents or emails, photo tools including Clean Up to remove unwanted parts of an image, and a number of Siri changes. The most conspicuous changes to Siri include a new voice designed to sound more natural, the ability to understand the context of conversations, a new glowing border around the display when Siri is running, and a new double-tap gesture on the bottom of the screen to type to Siri.The iOS 18.2 developer beta has even more features includingvisual intelligence for theiPhone 16and 16 Pro, which uses the new Camera Control button to trigger a search of whatever the camera is pointed at -- similar to Google Lens.Hype for Apple's AI has been on the rise ever since Apple Intelligence stole the show during theWWDC keynoteback in June and took a step forward at theIt's Glowtime eventearlier in September that introduced the iPhone 16 lineup. While we are definitely in the first few steps of the generative AI marathon, the formal release of Apple Intelligence is proof that Apple is dedicated to the new technology and how it can improve its phones and computers.Apple Intelligence won't be limited to just the iPhone and will be added across Apple's multiple OSes.Read more:Apple iPhone 16 Pro Review: Compelling Upgrade, and My Favorite Feature in YearsWhile some of Apple's AI features sound genuinely useful, the limited rollout to only certain iPhones, iPads and Macs(iPhone 15 Pro models or later, and Macs and iPads with M-series chips) means they won't be used by everyone. We will, hopefully, begin to understand what those features will actually be capable of doing.What will Apple Intelligence do? Apple/Tharon Green/CNETApple Intelligence is billed as "AI for the rest of us." The idea is that Apple Intelligence is built into your iPhone, iPad, and Mac to help you write, get things done and express yourself. It draws on personal context across your Apple devices to make recommendations, and generates results more specific to you. Apple touts the AI feature as setting a brand-new standard for privacy in AI.CNET's Lisa Eadicicco, in her story about Apple Intelligence, says that understanding personal context when delivering answers and carrying out tasks is a big part of Apple's approach with Apple Intelligence."Apple seems to be using this tactic as a way to distinguish its own AI efforts from those previously announced by competitors," wrote Eadicicco. "As an example, the company explained how Apple Intelligence can understand multiple factors like traffic, your schedule and your contacts to help you understand whether you can make it to an event on time."Which devices will Apple Intelligence work on? James Martin/CNETAt the moment, Apple Intelligence is available in beta on the iPhone 16 series,iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max, and any iPad or Mac with an M1 chip and later, with Siri and device language set to US English.This fall Apple Intelligence will get its public release as part of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and MacOS Sequoia.Here's a list of current Apple devices that will be able to run Apple Intelligence:iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro and 16 Pro MaxiPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro MaxiPad Mini with A17 Pro chipiPad Air with an M1 or M2 chipiPad Pro with an M1, M2 or M4 chipMacBook Air with an M1, M2 or M3 chipMacBook Pro with an M1, M2 or M3 chipMac Mini with an M1 or M2 chipMac Studio with an M1 or M2 chipiMac with an M1 or M3 chipMac Pro with an M2 chipWhen is Apple Intelligence available to use?The initial set of features that make use of Apple Intelligence features will be available in October as part of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and MacOS Sequoia 15.1. Gurman posits that Apple Intelligence will drop on October 28. Additional features rolled out with the developer betas for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2 and MacOS Sequoia 15.2.Currently, you can use Apple Intelligence on a compatible iPhone, iPad or Mac that's running the public beta for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1 and MacOS Sequoia 15.1, respectively, with Siri and device language set to US English.The developer beta for iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2 and MacOS 15.2 expands Apple Intelligence beyond the US to Apple intelligence will also be coming to localized English for five additional regions in December: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa and the UK.Where will Apple Intelligence be available?At launch, it will be available in the US. Specifically Apple says that Apple Intelligence will work on compatible iPhone, iPad or Mac models with Siri and device language set to US English. Support for additional languages will come in 2025.Is Apple Intelligence using ChatGPT? Apple/Screenshot by CNETNo. Apple Intelligence runs on-device (iPhone, iPad or Mac) and on Apple silicon-powered servers in the cloud which Apple calls Private Cloud Compute. It depends on your prompts and questions as to whether Apple Intelligence is processed on-device or in the cloud. Apple Intelligence is not ChatGPT nor does it run on OpenAI's well-known service.However, Apple Intelligence does support supplemental third-party AI services, with ChatGPT being the first one announced. ChatGPT access will be integrated into Siri and writing tools on iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and MacOS Sequoia 15.2 allowing Apple device owners to access it without jumping between tools.What tools will Apple Intelligence have? Here is the Apple Intelligence Writing Tools pop-up menu. To access it you highlight text and tap the Writing Tools button. James Martin/CNETApple Intelligence capabilities fall into one of three categories: writing, images and Siri. Writing tools will be available wherever you write. Apple Intelligence will be able to proofread your text, rewrite different versions adjusting the tone and wording, and summarize selected text with a tap.Image tools will be able to create original images based on prompts in the new Image Playground app. You'll be able to turn a rough sketch into a related image that complements your notes with the Apple Intelligence-powered Image Wand. You will also be able to generate custom and unique Genmoji with Apple Intelligence straight from your keyboard. Apple says that you'll even have the option to pick someone from your Photos library and create a Genmoji that looks like them.In the Photos app, you'll be able to make a custom memory movie based on the description you provide.Apple Intelligence will give Siri a giant overhaul. Siri will have a new design, richer language understanding and the ability to type to Siri instead of dictating. Siri's voice and response will sound more natural and conversational. Apple Intelligence gives Siri an awareness of personal context and the ability to take action in and across multiple apps, and product knowledge about your devices' features and settings. Apple says that Siri will be able to assist you like never before.How much does Apple Intelligence cost?Apple isn't charging for Apple Intelligence and hasn't announced any plans to do so. Do You Know About These 17 Hidden iOS 17 Features? See all photos

Black Myth: Wukong's physical PS5 edition gets a release datePM Studios confirms the disc will include the "deluxe edition".Image credit: Game Science News by Vikki Blake Contributor Published on Nov. 10, 2024 Black Myth: Wukong is getting a physical PS5 release next month: 12th December, to be precise.The release marks the first time the fan-favourite action-RPG will be available on a physical PS5 disc, as the collector's edition merely included a download code.Black Myth: Wukong is extremely demanding - so how can PS5 be improved, is Pro a game-changer and is Series S even viable?Watch on YouTube"Mark your calendars! Black Myth: Wukong arrives in physical form on 12th December, 2024!" PM Studios posted to X/Twitter.Asked if that date also applied to UK purchases, PM Studios simply replied: "Yep!", then confirmed the same release date for players in Europe. To see this content please enable targeting cookies.At the time of writing, it's unclear if the physical edition will ship with any accompanying goodies, such as an instruction manual, but it has been confirmed that it includes the "deluxe edition upgrade" as well as the base game.The deluxe edition includes the Bronzecloud Staff weapon, Wind Chimes curio, and the Folk Opera armour set. You'll also get a "selected" digital soundtrack.Microsoft has again confirmed the delay to the Xbox release of Black Myth: Wukong is not due to "platform limitations".Black Myth: Wukong was released in August on PC and PS5, but the Xbox version was delayed for an unknown reason. Speculation grew the developer was struggling to run the game on the Series S console, while other rumours suggested the game was, in fact, a PlayStation console exclusive.A representative from Microsoft has now confirmed the game is still on the way, though it won't comment "on the deals made by our partners with other platform holders".Black Myth: Wukong had already sold 10m copies after just three days on sale, even without an Xbox version.

Captured on Nintendo Switch (Docked)Indie developer Akiragoya doesnt just want you to get better at their latest shmup Angel at Dusk. They want to improve your prospects across the entire genre. Though taking a glance at the new Switch port of their distinctly grotesque work, youd be forgiven for thinking the opposite is true.Set deep in a future where pleasure, sin, crime, and more have been eradicated by scientific progress, Angel at Dusk presents an aggressive arcade bullet-hell shooter built around a meticulously repulsive futuristic body horror theme. The levels are formed from tangled masses of pustulating body parts, held together by ribbons of glistening sinew an aesthetic that carries over to the monstrous enemy craft. Most moments through the games various modes, meanwhile, are filled with dense, intense bullet curtains, while elaborate intersecting mechanical systems focus on high-risk play. Hypercasual or cosy, Angel at Dusk is not.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked)And yet with their recent creation first released to PCs earlier this year Akiragoya may have delivered one of the most welcoming examples of true arcade-aggressive bullet hell yet realised, all without ostracising devoted players already literate in the language of shmups. Ultimately, Angel at Dusk is a strikingly intelligent game, across its design, writing, wit, and understanding of what traditional shooting games are. It knows enough of the rules of shmup design to know exactly which ones to break without ever breaking the formula of authenticity.Over time numerous developers have made amicable attempts at cracking open arcade shooters for the masses but in the cases of works like Cuphead and CYGNI, while bringing many merits, they arguably deviate so far from the arcade tradition that they propose very different experiences indeed. Angel at Dusk, meanwhile, serves up an utterly authentic arcade shooter resplendent in complex intersecting game and scoring systems, deeply rewarding intense action, and overwhelming swarms of gaudy ordinance, with a soundtrack entirely unafraid to rattle your very core with musical forms like free jazz. It is every bit authentic, and yet its doors are wide open to a vast sweep of players.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Docked)That is evident in the magnificently detailed and entirely optional opening tutorials, which take you from the very basics of movement over a 2D plane, to high-level techniques such as figure-of-eight weaving; a method of bullet navigation that can get you through all manner of boss patterns across the genre.So how has Akiragoya achieved all this? Its time to return to that former point about knowing which rules to break. Angel at Dusk makes no effort to boldly reinvent the genre, nor add elaborate new systems. Instead, two subtle tweaks to convention have been made that deliver a profound difference without being unnecessarily disruptive. You can bump into enemies without taking damage, and you can earn a steady drip feed of extra lives.Stated so directly, those two changes dont seem too remarkable. But they immaculately complement the games core risk-reward system. Shoot enemies up close, and green heart items shower down, steadily filling an HP bar. Top out that HP bar, and you get an extra life; something possible several times per stage in most cases. As such, to survive a full clear of the game, youll want to put yourself right up in the grill of those repugnant foes. As such, it is remarkably helpful that collisions dont do your ship any damage. But in charging up to rivals, youll still be putting yourself right amongst those bullet hell patterns at the very moment they are at their densest.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Handheld/Undocked)All of which means you have to shoot point-blank to earn lives to survive, which in and of itself puts you in the games most dangerous spots. And so it is that genre newcomers and veterans alike are encouraged to play deeply aggressively and experience the joy of trading risk for reward.The Arcade and Story modes take a conventional form, providing five linear vertical stages, each topped with a boss. Arcade insists you pick a ship with a set weapon loadout, while Story lets you mix your own blends of wide-shot, laser, press-and-release bullet-cancelling barrage, and so on. Then theres Chronicle mode, which lets you move through a branching path structure, opening up new level and boss variants, as well as fresh weapon options. Open a stage in Chronicle mode, and you can return to it at any point thereafter, without having to play the previous levels, making it perfect for shorter sessions. Be warned though, Chronicles get very hard indeed.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Docked)In Arcade mode, meanwhile, the default very hard difficulty setting can be one-credit-cleared (1CCed) first time fairly easily if youve spent years with the genre, while novices will very likely overcome it with a little investment of time. But just as you feel smug for triumphing over Angel at Dusk, it playfully refers to that very hard setting as its own very easy mode; but rest assured the next setting up presents plenty of challenges for shmup aficionados.Interestingly, Angel at Dusk might be better described as a systems shmup rather than a scoring shmup, because while there are cunning ways to score well namely though Raiden Fighters Jet-informed medal chaining largely it comes to playing well enough to eradicate as many foes as possible. To do that you must explore all the intersecting play systems you can over becoming familiar with one central scoring mechanism.Beyond the proximity focus, theres EXP collecting that lets you level up your craft on the fly, reducing hitbox size and adding an increasingly powerful missile barrage to the period when you are charging your secondary weapon. Across Chronicle and Story modes theres also a fairly intricate system of upgrading and customising weapon loadouts, while some ships sport bombs that can be earned from those green power-ups.Captured on Nintendo Switch (Docked)There is a lot to learn, but Angel at Dusk does a splendid job of explaining and communicating its inner workings. Which takes us back to that ambitious tutorial, which demonstrates a deep knowledge of the entire genre, as well as a playful willingness to lovingly mock some of the forms more absurd conventions, all while eagerly encouraging the player. The tutorials are pock-marked by some minor slip-ups in translation, but in this wonderfully odd game, those mistakes add to the otherworldly poetic flair that gives the tutorial its voice. Indeed, tutorial might not say enough, because Angel at Dusks guide to play also most stands as an essay on shmup design; a besotted treatise to why the genre is so wonderful, and how an arms race between players and developers has birthed one of the most rewarding forms gaming has ever offered.The body horror grotesque throughout and even unsettlingly sexualised in moments might be a bit much for some. But this is a game that plays, looks, and sounds remarkable. It performs tremendously on the whole too, though in docked mode we spotted occasional stuttering in the moments between stages.Ultimately, Angel at Dusk has a bounty to offer players of every skill level, and it excels in something so many otherwise exquisite shmups fail at. Its empowering, even if you havent touched a 2D shooter in your life.ConclusionAngel at Dusk is wonderful, weird, and built on a foundation of deep understanding of the genre, and an intelligence and self-awareness that elevates its potential to delight. Not all will take to its theme, but it presents a deeply authentic hardcore bullet hell experience, a dazzling wit, and a suite of game systems that are a joy to explore. And the fact it welcomes a wide range of players to an authentic shmup? Its one of the years most enticing genre contributions.A wildly rewarding, empowering, exciting shmup experienceA magnificent gateway to the entire genreInformed by a love for and deep understanding of that genreIt might be a little too gross and creepy for someLacks translation polishThe UI and text can get a shade too busyExcellent 9/10

Tonal 15 | Csar BejarThe Tonal 15 project, designed by CRB Architects, is a unique architectural intervention that successfully merges aesthetic restraint with thoughtful urban design. Located in the Roma neighborhood of Mexico City, this project embraces the challenge of a triangular plot at the busy intersection of Insurgentes Avenue and Tonal Street. Through innovative use of space, materials, and form, Tonal 15 contributes to the local urban fabric and promotes community interaction and sustainable practices.Tonal 15 Technical InformationArchitects: CRB ArquitectosLocation: Tonal 15, Roma Norte, Mexico City, MexicoArea: 3,350 m2 | 36,059Sq. Ft.Completion Year: 2023Photographs: Csar BejarThe inspiration comes from the idea of creating an element that stands out for its simplicity and materiality while being integrated with the urban context. CRB ArquitectosTonal 15 PhotographsStreet View | Csar BejarCorner Detail | Csar BejarCorner Detail | Csar BejarLobby | Csar BejarLobby | Csar BejarInterior Space | Csar BejarRoof Garden | Csar BejarBathroom | Csar BejarRoof Garden | Csar BejarAerial View | Csar BejarAerial View | Csar BejarContextual Relevance and Urban IntegrationWith its eclectic mix of architectural styles and vibrant street life, the Roma neighborhood is one of Mexico Citys most culturally rich areas. CRB Architects approached this site with a deep respect for Romas character, seeking to create a building that integrates into its environment and enhances the urban landscape. Tonal 15 addresses this goal with a refined aesthetic and functional design revitalizing its surroundings.The triangular plot presented a significant spatial challenge, requiring careful planning to maximize utility and aesthetic impact. This unusual shape compelled the architects to adopt an innovative layout, enabling the building to integrate seamlessly with its urban surroundings. The structures sober, earthy tones and restrained material palette complement the areas color scheme, allowing the building to blend with and elevate the existing architecture without dominating it.Beyond aesthetics, the project aspires to positively impact the local economy and community, offering a mixed-use housing approach that accommodates short-term, medium-term, and permanent residents. This variety fosters diverse social interactions, creating a sense of community among tenants and supporting local businesses in Roma, ultimately enhancing the neighborhoods livability and vibrancy.Architectural Language and Design IntentCRB Architects employ a minimalist yet impactful design language, focusing on simplicity, material integrity, and harmony with the surrounding context. Tonal 15s facades feature a clean, orderly grid structure, emphasizing verticality and creating visual rhythm along Insurgentes Avenue. Using pigmented exposed concrete in an earthy tone integrates the building into the urban context and ensures that it will develop a patina over time, further blending with the natural environment and aging gracefully.A particularly striking element of the design is the tilted columns on the ground floor, which subtly lean inward, creating an inviting gesture toward the street. This design choice fosters a sense of openness, drawing pedestrians into the public plaza at the buildings tip. The mixed-use approach of Tonal 15combining residential spaces with commercial areas on the ground floorreflects the architects intent to enrich the neighborhoods social landscape. By offering spaces for varied uses, the building caters to a diverse group of inhabitants, enhancing the dynamic, multifaceted character of Roma.Interior Experience and Functional AdaptabilityInside, Tonal 15 continues to showcase CRB Architects commitment to thoughtful design, adapting to the limitations of the triangular plot to create a highly efficient layout. Each floor accommodates four apartments, ranging from 50 to 54 square meters, with carefully designed circulation paths that minimize distance from the entrance to each residence. The panoramic elevators and staircases optimize vertical movement and provide visual connectivity to the street, allowing inhabitants to feel connected to the urban environment even as they move through the building.The material palette in Tonal 15s interiors reinforces its architectural themes of simplicity and warmth. Public areas feature durable granite and recinto stone, creating a sophisticated yet robust atmosphere, while private spaces incorporate New Navona marble and wood paneling to provide a softer, more inviting ambiance. The choice of materials creates a sense of unity across spaces, enhancing the buildings identity while allowing for distinct atmospheres that suit both communal and private settings.Sustainability is integral to the buildings design, with features like a rainwater harvesting system, a vertical oasis of planted terraces, and bicycle parking in the basement. These elements reflect a commitment to reducing environmental impact and promoting green living, enhancing user experience and the buildings relationship with the urban landscape.Structural Innovation and Technical SolutionsThe structural design of Tonal 15 is a testament to CRB Architects skill in addressing complex engineering challenges. The sites low soil resistance required a deeply anchored foundation, with piles reaching 40 meters beneath the surface. This foundation supports a prefabricated formwork and a seismic isolation system, ensuring the buildings stability on a small, irregular plot. The choice of prefabrication streamlined construction, allowing the project to be completed in just 18 months despite the sites limitations.Attention to detail is evident throughout the building, from the ribbed pigmented concrete stairs that add a sculptural quality to the circulation core to the black slim carpentry system that enhances the buildings thermal and acoustic insulation. These carefully crafted elements elevate the functional components of the building, transforming them into architectural highlights.Tonal 15 PlansGround Level | CRB ArquitectosTypical Floor Plan | CRB ArquitectosRoof Level | CRB ArquitectosLongitudinal Section | CRB ArquitectosTonal 15 Image GalleryAbout CRB ArquitectosCRB Arquitectos is a forward-thinking architecture firm known for its commitment to creating spaces that blend seamlessly with urban contexts while enhancing users quality of life. The firm integrates landscape and architecture, emphasizing sustainability, simplicity, and functional elegance across projects. Guided by a philosophy of material honesty and adaptability, CRB Architects excels in designing buildings that engage with their surroundings and foster social connections. Their designs are characterized by clean lines, rhythmic structures, and an enduring harmony between form and function.Notes & Additional CreditsClient: SEDEDesign Team: Sebastin Canales, Javier Rivero Borrell, Regina Kuri, Carmen Alfaro, and Alejandra lvarezStructure: Ubando Ingeniera (liver Ubando) and Amador TernConstruction: SecuenciaInterior Design: Estudio MTotal Investment: $29,000 per mPlot Shape: TriangularConstruction Area per Apartment: 50 54 mFoundation Depth: 40 meters

LinkedIn hacks are far from uncommon, with criminals keen to access the vast amount of data that ... [+] this may reveal.gettyTABLE OF CONTENTSFor many people, LinkedIn is an essential work tool, used for networking, job applications, learning and more. And the more you rely on it, the more devastating the effects of a hacked LinkedIn account may be. You may face embarrassing situations with contacts, or be financially scammed. Unfortunately, LinkedIn hacks are far from uncommon, with criminals keen to access the vast amount of data that this may reveal. We look at the warning signs that your LinkedIn account may have been hacked, the steps you should take to recover your account, and the best ways to keep your account safe in future.How To Know If Your LinkedIn Has Been CompromisedLinkedIn's security has improved considerably since a 2012 breach in which 6.5 million user passwords were compromised. However, accounts do still get hacked, generally thanks to errors or oversights from the user.As with most hacks, LinkedIn hacks generally come about through a phishing attempt, with the victim tricked into clicking on a fraudulent link. Other routes include exploiting weak passwords, outdated software or excessive permissions to third-party apps connected to your LinkedIn account. There are a number of signs that your LinkedIn account may have been compromised, including suspicious activity on your profile, difficulty logging in, complaints from contacts about strange or spammy messages coming from your account or warnings of unusual activity on your account from LinkedIn itself.Sign 1: A Message From LinkedInThe most obvious sign that your LinkedIn account has been hacked is a warning message from LinkedIn itself.You may receive an email from the firm telling you about a change to your password or the email address associated with your account, a login from an unknown device or location or other unusual activity on your account. If these are changes that you didn't make yourself, it's fair to assume that your account has indeed been hacked.MORE FOR YOUSign 2: Profile ChangesFor many LinkedIn users, the first sign that they've been hacked is changes being made to their profile.If you start spotting changes in your profile, such as your name, photo, summary, skills or job history, it's pretty clear that it's the actions of hackers. Particularly common is the sudden appearance of new endorsements and recommendations - signs that the hackers are trying to draw others in.Sign 3: Unauthorized ActivitySimilarly, new posts, comments, messages, or invites that you did not make are a sign that somebody else is actively using your account.This can mean anything from strange posts or messages possibly encouraging your contacts to click on spammy links to connection requests sent or accepted without your knowledge.Sign 4: A Heads-up From ContactsIf you're not a particularly active user of LinkedIn, it's possible that you might not immediately notice changes to your account, or posts that you didn't make.However, your contacts may notice, and tip you off. If you get a message from another user about spam, phishing or inappropriate content coming from you, you should take it seriously and take action immediately.Sign 5: Problems Logging InA common warning sign that your LinkedIn account has been compromised is having difficulty logging into your account.If you're having trouble signing into your account, or discover that you've been temporarily locked out, there's a strong chance that your LinkedIn account is being accessed by a criminal who has changed your login details.What Should You Do If Your LinkedIn Is Hacked?If you've been experiencing any of the issues above, you'll need to take action to regain control of your account and deal with any problems that have been caused. The first step is to report the issue to LinkedIn here.Next, you'll need to change your password to make sure that the hackers no longer have access to your account, and review your active sessions to see where youre signed into LinkedIn right now. You should review all the email addresses and phone numbers associated with your LinkedIn account to make sure theyre up to date and that you'll be able to receive password reset messages from LinkedIn. You should also check the personal email account linked to your account to make sure it's still secure. Look out for, and delete, any rogue messages or posts on your account, and do the same for your other social media accounts. Finally, let all your contacts know what's happened.Step 1: Change Your PasswordIf you can still access your account, your first move should be to change your password to something strong with upper- and lower-case letters, numbers and symbols.Make sure your new password is difficult to guess don't base it on your date of birth, child's name or anything similar and don't reuse a password from anywhere else. You can change your password here.Step 2: Review Your Active SessionsIt's possible that the hackers may be logged in right now, and if so you'll need to get rid of them.Click the Me icon at the top of your LinkedIn homepage, select Settings & Privacy, and then under the Sign in & security section click the arrow next to Where you're signed in. You'll see a list of your active sessions, and can sign out to any or all.Step 3: Review Email AddressesYou'll need to make sure that all the email addresses and phone numbers associated with your LinkedIn account are up to date.You should also check your personal email account, along with any other accounts that are linked to your LinkedIn company profile, such as Facebook, Twitter, Google, or Microsoft, to make sure they're still secure. It's a good idea to change passwords here, too.Step 4: Clean Up Your Timeline And Check Other Social MediaLook out for, and delete, any rogue messages or posts on your account. You should also check any other social media accounts for posts, friend requests, messages or other activity that wasn't from you.Step 5: Alert Your ContactsIt's possible that your contacts have received messages from your account that didn't come from you and they'll almost certainly consist of spam or phishing attempts. It's a good idea to message everyone on your contacts list to explain what's happened and warn them to ignore any suspect messages.How Can You Recover Your LinkedIn Account?Even if you've been locked out of your account, it's still possible to recover it you shouldn't need to give up and create a new one. Even if you're not logged in, you can contact LinkedIn in other ways and ask for help.There's a support page here, where you can report the problem, using your name, email address and phone number. It's a straightforward process, although you'll have to wait for the company to verify your identity, which can take a few days, before you'll get back control of the account. If you've lost access to the email address or phone number tied to your account, the process is little more complicated, requiring you to verify your identity with official ID.How Can You Protect Your LinkedIn Account From Hackers?If you've experienced a LinkedIn hack and all the hassle it entails, you'll want to make sure that it never happens again. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help keep your account secure in future.The first, and most obvious, is to keep using a strong, unguessable password; you should also turn on two-factor authentication; while having to use an authorization code may take a few moments longer, it makes your account significantly more secure. You could also look at turning on LinkedIn's secure browsing mode, which you can access by clicking your image in the top right-hand corner of the screen and choosing Settings and Privacy. Finally, be cautious about opening attachments, messages, or links, and keep your personal data private. You may wish to change your privacy and visibility settings and update your permissions.Bottom LineWith LinkedIn such a useful business tool, having your account hacked can represent a major problem. Fortunately, though, it's usually relatively straightforward to regain control and take steps to prevent the same thing happening again.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)Why Would Hackers Take Over A LinkedIn Account?LinkedIn accounts can be a particularly attractive target for hackers, as doing so can open up a treasure trove of valuable data particularly in the case of business accounts.Personal data can be exploited to launch phishing attacks or to impersonate contacts and colleagues. Hackers can use your account to spread malicious contact, opening you up to blackmail. And the biggest draw of all, of course, is the chance of accessing your banking information for financial gain.How Do You Identify And Remove Fake LinkedIn Profiles?Fake profiles are a perennial problem on LinkedIn last year, indeed, the company removed more than 121 million fake accounts. Scammers use them for a variety of purposes such as pumping out misinformation or for fraud and scams. Signs of a fake LinkedIn account include brand-new accounts or accounts with very few contact, non-existent photos or photos that look too perfect to be true, or personal or business information that doesn't ring true.If you're suspicious that an account may be fake, you can report ithere.What Does It Mean If Youre Locked Out Of Your LinkedIn Account?While being locked out of your LinkedIn account is a strong sign that it's been hacked, there are also other reasons for this to happen.It may be that your legitimate activity looks suspect things like sending large numbers of connection requests, or using automation tools that make you look like a bot. If you think this is what has happened, you can contact the companyhere to find out what's happened and get access restored.