Bryant Francis, Senior EditorJanuary 16, 20253 Min ReadImage via NintendoAt a GlanceNintendo has finally unveiled the Switch 2, its follow-up to the massively popular Nintendo Switch.It seems the strikingly familiar console will release at some point in 2025.The wait is over. Nintendo has finally pulled back the veil on the Switch 2, its successor to the immensely popular Nintendo Switch. It's currently unclear how much the console will cost, although Nintendo indicated it will hit shelves at some point in 2025.Developers not privy to Nintendo's plans have been waiting on pins and needles for details of what new hardware features its next console might sport. Since the Nintendo Wii, the company has prioritized unique technology like motion sensor controls, second-screens, and portability over graphical and computing power. This time around? Well, it looks like we'll be getting more of the samebut better.In a brief announcement video (embedded below), Nintendo showed a device that looks like a larger version of the Switch with a few added bells and whistles. The Japanese company didn't share concrete tech specs, but we can see the Switch 2 features redesigned Joy-Con controllers that click onto the side of the console (rather than slide), a new-look kickstand and dock, a larger display, and additional ports.Nintendo confirmed the Switch 2 will be backwards compatible with some Switch titles, but noted certain games "may not be supported or fully compatible with Nintendo Switch 2."Software announcements were also missing from today's reveal, although we did see the Switch 2 running a mysterious version of Mario Kart in both docked and handheld mode.The company has promised to share more details about the console at a later date. A Switch 2 focused Nintendo Direct is currently slated for April 2, 2025.Speculation about the Nintendo Switch successor ran rampant over the last year, as developers, executives, and internet detectives with strong sleuthing skills tried to peel back how the company could top the surprise reveal of a portable console with detachable controllers in 2016. Today's reveal allows developers and publishers previously unfamiliar with Nintendo's plans to begin imagining what Nintendo has in store as it prepares to kick-start its next hardware cycle.When the Nintendo Switch launched in 2017, its primary competition was the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 line of consoles. Xbox Game Pass and Xbox Cloud Gaming hadn't hit the market yet, and the promise of a console that could work equally well in living rooms and out on the go seemed like a big gamble.Now, portability is on every manufacturer's mind, with Valve's Steam Deck, Sony's PlayStation Portal, and a slew of other handheld computers hitting the market. None of these devices held a candle to the Nintendo Switch's eye-popping sales numbers (Nintendo projects the console will hit 154.8 million units sold by April 2025), but their existence does challenge the house of Mario to stretch beyond the selling point of portability.Of course this is the company that gave us the Nintendo Ring-Con, Nintendo Labo, and Nintendo Sound Clock Alarmo. Even when it's not debuting new consoles, the company is regularly testing and launching new approaches to physical hardware.Hopes are riding high for the Switch 2 on multiple fronts. Investors are eagerly wagging their tails at the returns new hardware could deliver for Nintendo, and developers everywhere are hoping a fresh Nintendo consoleand hopefully the anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S later in the yearcan shock some life into the video game industry and offer more financial stability after two years of layoffs and studio closures.Read more about:Top Stories[Company] NintendoAbout the AuthorBryant FrancisSenior Editor, GameDeveloper.comBryant Francis is a writer, journalist, and narrative designer based in Boston, MA. He currently writes for Game Developer, a leading B2B publication for the video game industry. His credits include Proxy Studios' upcoming 4X strategy game Zephon and Amplitude Studio's 2017 game Endless Space 2.See more from Bryant FrancisDaily news, dev blogs, and stories from Game Developer straight to your inboxStay UpdatedYou May Also Like

Leica has a new camera for pros who shoot both video and stills. The $5,295 Leica SL3-S, which launches today, is a full-frame mirrorless hybrid camera optimized for fast-action stills and 6K video. Like the SL3 its based on, the SL3-S has a compact body and 3.2-inch tilting touchscreen display. But where the SL3 with its 60mp sensor is mainly for still photography, the SL3-S is optimized for speed: its 24mp sensor can shoot video at 6K with 12-bit raw footage, and it can capture stills at up to 30fps with continuously tracking autofocus.The new Leica SL duo: the Leica SL3 (left) and SL3-S (right). Image: Leica CameraThe SL3-Ss newfound video chops mean it supports open-gate 6K (5952 x 3968 resolution) recording of its full 3:2 sensor at up to 30fps, or up to 60fps in 4K, and it can record directly to an SSD via USB-C connection. While it doesnt have an especially high-resolution sensor for stills, it makes up for that with speed and focusing ability. The SL3-S has 779 phase-detect autofocus points, more than double the SL3s 315 points. It also has improved object detection and tracking focus, and it shoots fast enough to enable 48- and 96-megapixel high-res multi-shot composites without a tripod. Otherwise, the SL3-S shares a lot with the SL3 utilizing the same body design with dual card slots (one UHS-II SD and one CFExpress Type B), tilting touchscreen, color-coded menu system (red for photo / yellow for video), and that quirky light-up power button. (Seriously, why is the power button not a nice physical switch like every other camera?) Its a similar approach to the one Leica took with its last-generation SL2 and SL2-S, with the SL3-S once again looking identical to its pricier counterpart, aside from some blacked-out Leica lettering.1/7 Image: Leica Camera1/7 Image: Leica CameraThe SL line is aimed at pros who need their fancy German camera to be more of an all-around workhorse, with high-res video recording and autofocus, instead of a slower-paced, specialized tool for photography like a Leica M rangefinder. So it makes sense that Leica is baking its Content Credentials into the SL3-S, utilizing Adobes Content Authenticity Initiative for image verification like it first did on the M11-P. Strangely, this feature isnt available in the standard SL3, which launched in March 2024, and wont be added via firmware upgrade. Leica spokesperson Nathan Kellum-Pathe told The Verge that the SL3 lacks the necessary hardware and that while software-based content authentication is possible, it does not meet Leicas standard for encryption of this important data.If you have Leica money, but not infinite Leica money, the SL3-S feels like the better value for all but the pickiest pixel peepers.

It is one of the biggest conundrums in the video game industry: why hasnt Sony followed up Bloodborne with anything? A remaster (Sony loves a remaster)? A sequel? A next-gen update? Fans of FromSoftwares PlayStation 4 masterpiece have begged for more ever since the game launched to critical and commercial acclaim a decade ago. So, what gives?Fresh from the reveal of his first voice acting gig following his exit from Sony, PlayStation legend Shuhei Yoshida has delivered his Bloodborne no-show theory. And we must be clear up front: this is Yoshidas opinion, which in an interview with Kinda Funny Games he stressed is not inside information, or the reveal of the current deliberations within the bowels of Sony itself.Bloodborne has always been the most asked thing, Yoshida began. And people wonder why we havent really done anything, even an update or a remaster. Should be easy, right? The company is known for doing so many remasters, right, some people get frustrated.I have only my personal theory to that situation. I left first-party so I dont know whats going on, but my theory is, you know because I remember, you know, Miyazaki-san really, really loved Bloodborne, you know, what he created. So I think he is interested, but hes so successful and hes so busy, so he doesnt want, he cannot do himself, but he does not want anyone else to touch it. So thats my theory. And the PlayStation team respect his wish. So thats my guess, right? Theory. I am not revealing any secret information, to be clear.IGN's Twenty Questions - Guess the game!IGN's Twenty Questions - Guess the game!To start:...try asking a question that can be answered with a "Yes" or "No".000/250Lets unpack Shuheis comment here. Miyazaki-san is of course Hidetaka Miyazaki, the boss of FromSoftware. And yes, hes incredibly successful. Not only for the influential Dark Souls series, but, most recently, the mainstream hit Elden Ring, which propelled FromSoftware to new heights. So much so that its getting a multiplayer spin-off this year.And it seems obvious to say Miyazaki will be incredibly busy with multiple projects to direct and a company to run. After Bloodborne came out in 2015, Miyazaki directed Dark Souls 3, then 2019s Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice for Activision, then the aforementioned Elden Ring for Bandai Namco. What's next? Miyazaki has yet to say.What Shuhei is touching on here is a potential desire from Miyazaki to do something with Bloodborne, but he doesnt want anyone else to do it. And Sony, Shuhei suggests, respects that wish, despite owning the intellectual property. Certainly Miyazaki has earned that respect and the ability to pick and choose his projects.The upshot is Bloodborne remains dormant nearly 10 years after the first game came out. But is there hope? In interviews, Miyazaki often deflects questions about Bloodborne, pointing to the fact FromSoftware does not own the IP. But in February last year, Miyazaki at least admitted the game would benefit from a release on more modern hardware.As for Sony, some Bloodborne fans feel a tad trolled by PlayStation. For example, last month, Bloodborne fans freaked out over a potential announcement after Sony ended its special PlayStation 30th Anniversary trailer with a clip from the beloved FromSoftware game and the phrase "it's about persistence."Perhaps, given Shuheis theory, fans will need plenty of it.Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.

Whether youre eagerly awaiting the release date of the sequels to Death Stranding and Ghost of Tsushima or looking for some hidden gems like Tales of the Shire and The Alters, there are a lot of exciting and noteworthy games slated to come out on the PS5 this year. We know it can be challenging to keep up with release dates in the ever-fluid video game landscape as new titles are announced and others are shifted around to accommodate production schedules.To help keep things straight, weve put together a handy little guide of the upcoming games that PS5 owners should keep an eye on in 2025.Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power BattlesAspyr Jan. 23Originally released for the PlayStation, Sega Dreamcast, and Game Boy Advance, Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles is getting a re-release for its 25th anniversary. This remastered version of the classic Star Wars game brings back couch co-op mode, training rooms, bonus levels, and the arcade cheats and power-ups that made the original version so fun. In addition, the game will have 13 new playable characters, including Jar Jar Binks, and a lightsaber toggle that allows players to choose between the original lightsaber colors used in the game or more screen-accurate versions. No matter your age, Star Wars Episode 1: Jedi Power Battles is sure to be a fun walk (or Force-powered jump) down memory lane.Kingdom Come: Deliverance IIWarhorse Studios Feb. 4Set in the Kingdom of Bohemia during the early 15th century, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II follows the story of Henry, a trusted diplomatic escort of the king who seeks revenge for his murdered family. In the games open-world Medieval setting, the player can guide Henry on daring adventures, forge alliances with a charismatic cast of characters, and engage in visceral real-time combat. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a gripping action RPG perfect for anyone eager to step into an epic Medieval adventure.Civilization 7 Firaxis Games Feb 11Arriving nearly a decade after the previous game, Civilization VII promises to be a revolutionary new chapter in this award-winning franchise. Similar to its predecessors, Civilization VII is a turn-based tactical strategy game where you develop an empire across three distinct historic eras. With updated graphics and improved gameplay that includes updates to diplomacy mechanics, changes to production management, as well as other improvements, this evolution seems poised to bring this franchise into the next generation.Monster Hunter Wilds Capcom Feb 28The latest chapter in the Monster Hunter series, Monster Hunter Wilds is set in the Forbidden Lands, an uncharted region long thought to be uninhabited. That is, until a boy named Nata is discovered near the border of these lands, on the run from a mysterious creature known as the White Wraith that attacked his people. As the player, you control The Hunter, one of the professional monster hunters tasked with searching for the White Wraith, charting the Forbidden Lands, and searching for Natas people. Monster Hunter Wilds doesnt only have an intriguing story, however. The game also features new fighting moves and a wide variety of weapons and equipment that give you even more ways to use monsters and their environment to your advantage. Even if youre not familiar with the series, Monster Hunter Wilds looks to be a fun game for any fan of action RPG games.Assassins Creed ShadowsUbisoft March 20Join our mailing listGet the best of Den of Geek delivered right to your inbox!Set in the late Sengoku period of feudal Japan, Assassins Creed Shadows features two playable protagonists: Naoe, a shinobi assassin, and Yasuke, a legendary samurai. Quests can be handled as either protagonist, with Naoe as the more stealthy and discrete approach and Yasuke as the charismatic warrior, useful for taking on several enemies at a time. The game encourages players to explore the open world gathering intel and building a network of spies ready to help usher Japan into a new era. Based on the hands-off preview we saw at SGF, this already looks like a worthy entry in the Assassins Creed franchise.Tales of the ShireWt Workshop March 5New cozy game alert!Tales of the Shireis like ifStardew ValleyandAnimal Crossingtook a trip to the Shire ofLord of the Rings.The game lets players live out their dreams of spending time in the idyllic landscape of the Shire as they create their own character, decorate their own Hobbit hole, make friends in the community, and help the town flourish. We playedTales of the Shireat SGF and were impressed with the amount of care put into creating this version of the Shire. Even though the game isnt technically canon, there are still plenty of references and easter eggs forLord of the Ringsfans to find.Fatal Fury: City of the WolvesSNK April 21The popular 90s fighting game franchise Fatal Fury is back after 26 years with Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. With 22 playable characters, including 17 familiar faces from previous games, and 3 different modes of gameplay, there are plenty of options for longtime fans and franchise newcomers alike to have a great time. Theres a single-player RPG mode, Episodes of South Town, as well as online modes that allow you to match with other players or clones generated by automatic AI technology that learns your play style.Double Dragon Revive Yukes Oct 23Another popular fighting game franchise set to return this year is Double Dragon. This isnt the first modern-era sequel for this arcade-style beat em up franchise, but that doesnt mean we arent excited to see what this game has in store in 2025. With four playable characters, including brothers Jimmy and Billy Lee, modern 3D graphics, and an exhilarating belt-scroll action experience, Double Dragon Revive seems like a fun merge of past and present gaming.Borderlands 4 Gearbox Software TBDSet on the all-new planet of Kairos, Borderlands 4 already looks like it will be an irreverent, chaotic timeas any good Borderlands game should be. While we dont know a lot about the game thus far, Gearbox promises the games will deliver intense action and billions of wild and deadly weapons with its brand new planet and story. Youll get to control one of four new Vault Hunters seeking wealth and glory after crashing on Kairos and breaking free from the planets ruthless dictator, the Timekeeper. With the option to play solo or in co-op with up to three other players as well as free-form combat and exploration, there are plenty of opportunities to fight your way through the planet, and maybe even spark a rebellion in the process.Capcom TBDWith a mix of classic 2D and 3D style games, fans of classic Capcom arcade-style games have a lot to look forward to with Capcom Fighting Collection 2. Including titles such as Capcom vs. SNK, Capcom vs. SNK 2, Power Stone, Power Stone 2, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper, and more, this game is perfect for anyone looking to recreate the retro-gaming experience. Capcom Fighting Collection 2 also includes an online play mode that allows you to play casual, ranked, and custom matches with other players across the globe. This game is also very beginner-friendly with training modes as well as adjustable difficulty settings and a customizable button layout that allows for one-button special moves in combat. So even if you arent an arcade legend, theres still plenty of fun to be had.Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Kojima Productions TBDThe long-awaited sequel to Hideo Kojimas Death Stranding is finally set to be released this year. This sci-fi adventure is will once again follow Sam (Norman Reedus) as he tries to reconnect the world outside of the UCA and save humanity from extinction. If the trailer above is any indication, it looks like fans are in for another surreal adventure that doesnt totally make sense but that is engaging all the way through. With creepy fetus cutaways, a talking, sentient marionette companion, an electric guitar that shoots lightning, sword wielding robots, and so much more, we are absolutely seated for whatever Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has in store for us.DOOM: The Dark AgesBethesda Softworks TBDCue the heavy metal, DOOM fans, because the latest game in the franchise is coming to crush some demon skulls. A prequel to DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal, DOOM: The Dark Ages tells the origin of the DOOM Slayer as the hero fights against the forces of Hell in a dark fantasy setting unlike anything weve seen from this franchise before. This single-player FPS not only allows you to crush combat scenarios with classic DOOM weaponry, The Dark Ages also features new tools like a face-shattering flail, throwable Shield Saw, and yes, even a Mecha Dragon.Dying Light: The Beast Techland TBDAfter over a decade in captivity, Dying Light hero Kyle Crane escapes into a changed world, though not necessarily for the better. Using not only the survival skills honed in the previous games, but also some new abilities that come from being experimented on, in Dying Light: The Beast, youll once again play as Crane as he tries to help the survivors of Castor Woods and keep the ever increasing population of zombies at bay. This survival horror game also has a 4-player co-op feature if you want a little help to make it through the violent, zombie-filled nights.Elden Ring: NightReign FromSoftware Inc. TBDUnlike Shadow of the Erdtree, Elden Ring: NightReign is not DLC for the original game, but rather a standalone adventure set within the Elden Ring universe. In fact, this game reimagines the games core design. NightReign features a relentless environmental threat that changes from one playthrough to the next and is also set to include a 3-player co-op mode as well as new uniquely skilled heroes that are formidable on their own, but can create a powerful partnership when they unite as a team against the creeping night. If youve ever wanted to play a FromSoftware Soulslike with friends, nows your chance.Ghost of Yotei Sucker Punch Productions TBDSet 300 years after Ghost of Tsushima, Ghost of Yotei follows a new samurai, Atsu, on her quest for revenge in 17th century Japan. We dont know much about her story yet, but with a new mountainous setting to explore, Ghost of Yotei already looks like it will be just as visually stunning as its predecessor, if not more so. This is Sucker Punchs first game built specifically for the PS5, which means this new setting and playable protagonist will also likely come with new mechanics and weapons built to make this game as fun and epic as possible.Grand Theft Auto VI Rockstar Games TBDTwelve long years after GTA V hit shelves, Grand Theft Auto VI is finally supposed to arrive this year. Promising to be the biggest, most immersive evolution of the Grand Theft Auto series yet, GTA VI will be set in the fictional state of Leonida, home of Vice City. This game will feature the franchises first female protagonist since 2000, Lucia, and her partner in a Bonnie and Clyde-inspired scenario.Indiana Jones and the Great CircleMachine Games TBDAfter debuting on the Xbox Series X/S and Game Pass last year, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is set to make its way to the PS5 sometime this year. Set in 1937 betweenRaiders of the Lost ArkandThe Last Crusade, the player will dive into Indys world of exploration, puzzle solving, and action as they race to stop enemy forces from uncovering an ancient power connected to The Great Circle. As the titular archaeologist and action hero, youll travel the globe, forge alliances, and, of course, use Indys signature whip. Whether youre a long-time fan or just looking for your next fun action-adventure game,Indiana Jones and the Great Circlelooks like it will be a cinematic, action-packed experience.Judas Ghost Story Games TBDFrom the creator of BioShock, Judas is a single player narrative FPS set on a disintegrating starship. Playing as the mysterious and troubled Judas, you must navigate alliances, fight against foes, and do whatever it takes to escape. Whether youre a fan of BioShock or just looking for a new and intriguing sci-fi game, Judas is definitely one to keep your eye on this year.Killing Floor 3 Tripwire Interactive TBDThe Co-op action horror FPS franchise thats fun for your entire squad of friends is back this year with Killing Floor 3. Made with Unreal Engine 5, this next-gen sequel looks to be full of the blood, gore, and heart-pounding action that fans have come to love. Playing as a member of the rebel group Nightfall, you and up to five teammates must fight against waves of zeds (bioengineered zombies) in order to save humanity.The Alters 11 Bit Studios TBDThe Alters tells the story of Jan, a simple miner who crash lands on a hostile planet alone. Tasked with running a mobile base by himself, Jan soon realizes that he cant do this alone if hes going to survive. With the help of his ships quantum computer and a rare substance found on this planet, Jan is able to create clones of himself based on different life paths he may or may not have chosen in his past. While these clones are versions of him, they are also very different people with their own motivations, goals, and fearswhich means that they dont always get along. Its a very intriguing premise that makes for a unique sci-fi survival game that we really cant wait to play.Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 Paradox Interactive TBDIts been over twenty years since Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines was first released, and now were finally set to see the sequel this year. Just like its predecessor, Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 is an action RPG where you get to play as an elder vampire. As you fight and talk your way through modern-day Seattle, your choices matter. Whether you choose to rise through the ranks of vampire society or rail against it, your decisions influence the balance of power in the city and what becomes of it and the people within. Whether youre familiar with this franchise or looking to dip your toe into a new RPG, Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 looks like itll be a blood-sucking good time.Wuchang: Fallen Feathers Leenzee Games TBDA dark and fantastical Soulslike game, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers follows Wuchang, a pirate who awakens with amnesia in the final years of Chinas Ming Dynasty. Its a chaotic time as a mysterious phenomenon known as Feathering has come to the land of Shu, causing mutations and an epidemic of plague and monsters across the land. Playing as Wuchang, you must fight your way forward using a variety of fighting styles, hidden weapons, ancient firearms, and even the power of Feathering itself to forge a path toward the truth, and hopefully uncover some of your own memories along the way.

Calling all foodies: were poised for a year of tasty colorsthat is, according to Pinterest. The creative image-sharing social media platform has rolled out its 2025 Color Palette of the Yearand its making our mouths water. The lineup of colors poised to set the tone for whats next in design, beauty, fashion, and interiors, consists of five hues: Cherry Red, Butter Yellow, Aura Indigo, Dill Green, and Alpine Oat.Courtesy PinterestThe palette builds upon the 2025 Pinterest Predicts trends report, which, no surprise, named the cherry-themed aesthetic the look of the year, as well as one of its colors of the year. Gen Z and Millennials will infuse cherries into their makeup, menus and mood boards this year, the platform's in-house creative team concluded in the report. Pinterest's Cherry Red, is a rich, vibrant shade that blends the intensity of red with the warmth of brown. Its not tomato-girl red; Its not Matisse red; Its giving cherriesbut black cherries. Weve evolved. No doubt, this hue has been making the rounds on social media and permeating outfits and interiors, from designer Casey Kenyons latest project to every cherry-bedecked room idea weve seen on TikTok. Courtesy PinterestCourtesy PinterestButter Yellow and Aura Indigo, play into more trends that Pinterest has named in their trend report, which found that search terms purple blush makeup were up 30 percent this year, with aura effect up 35 percent. Both are vibrant and playful, especially together. Courtesy PinterestDill Green recalls a rising trend that certainly doesnt take itself too seriously: pickles. According to the trend report, searches for the term pickle margarita were up 100 percent, with pickle fries, pickle de gallo, pickle cake, and fried pickle dip also spiking. Tell your foodie friends: This year will be absolutely dill-icious, the report read. From sweet treats to tangy cocktails, the oh-so-humble pickle is about to be in absolutely everything. And with a hue like Dill Green, wed wager it will permeate our rooms, too. Courtesy PinterestAnd finally, Pinterest named Alpine Oat their finally color. The creamy, vanilla-toned greige is a classic tone that ties it all together, offering a quiet counterpoint to its bold, colorful color colleagues. While were clearly raring for a year of vibrancy and taking risks, its clear that a solid neutral will always have its place. Rachel SilvaAssociate Digital EditorRachel Silva is the associate digital editor at ELLE DECOR, where she covers all things design, architecture, and lifestyle. She also oversees the publications feature article coverage, and is, at any moment, knee-deep in an investigation on everything from the best spa gifts to the best faux florals on the internet right now. She has more than 16 years of experience in editorial, working as a photo assignment editor at Time and acting as the president of Women in Media in NYC. She went to Columbia Journalism School, and her work has been nominated for awards from ASME, the Society of Publication Designers, and World Press Photo.

If youre looking for a way to stream the 2025 Super Bowl in 4K for free, Tubi will be showing the entire event including Kendrick Lamars halftime show. The Tubi app is available for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Vision Pro, as well as on the web.FOX Sports says that it will be doing a special takeover of Tubi for the game, with no sign-in required The company said that coverage will also include the pregame show.As part of the networks extensive coverage, this year marks the first time FOX Sports rolls out its special takeover of Tubi for The Big Game inclusive of streaming FOXs telecast of the Super Bowl on the platform live in 4K.Super Bowl LIX is available to watch on FOX, FOX Deportes, Tubi, Telemundo and across NFL digital properties with unauthenticated access across devices.Featured content is set to include FOXs SUPER BOWL LIX PREGAME SHOW, Super Bowl LIX and a first-of-its-kind live pre-show titled the TUBI RED CARPET AT SUPER BOWL LIX. Hosted by Olivia Culpo, the TUBI RED CARPET AT SUPER BOWL LIX, which starts at 3:30pm ET, covers the celebrity, fashion and culture behind Americas biggest sports event live from Caesars Superdome.Fans can get ready for the game by tuning into the NFL Channel on Tubi to catch its Countdown to the Super Bowl starting Jan. 28, with historical Super Bowls, iconic halftime shows, best of NFL Honors, NFL analysis and more.FOX says that full details of its programming and on-screen line-up will be revealed nearer the time.Image: 9to5Mac collage of images from FOX and Engin AkyurtonUnsplashAdd 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

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TechTarget and Informa Techs Digital Business Combine.TechTarget and InformaTechTarget and Informa Techs Digital Business Combine.Together, we power an unparalleled network of 220+ online properties covering 10,000+ granular topics, serving an audience of 50+ million professionals with original, objective content from trusted sources. We help you gain critical insights and make more informed decisions across your business priorities.10 Unexpected, Under the Radar Predictions for 202510 Unexpected, Under the Radar Predictions for 2025From looming energy shortages and forced AI confessions to the rising ranks of AI-faked employees and a glimmer of a new cyber-iron curtain, heres whats happening that may require you to change your companys course.Pam Baker, Contributing WriterJanuary 16, 202510 SlidesAlready have an account?Bombaert Patrick via Alamy StockYouve seen all the expected predictions for 2025 in all the usual places, but you know that there has to be more afoot. After all, 2025 is a year starting off with a bang as a politically loaded, globally tense, technologically lopsided, inflationary trippy, and myopically viewed period. Theres bound to be lots of stuff brewing beneath the radar.Scared yet? Excited instead? Yes, no, maybe? It doesnt matter, we all want to find the opportunities and dodge the risks, like we do every year. To that end, consider the following blips on some very special, somewhat obscure radar screens that may grow into the next thing that changes everything. Or maybe not.Now, whether these barely noticed or unexpected insights slide us back toward normalcy or tip us overboard into chaos is a different story for a different day. For now, lets peer ahead and see whats lurking in the foggy future.About the AuthorPam BakerContributing WriterA prolific writer and analyst, Pam Baker's published work appears in many leading publications. She's also the author of several books, the most recent of which are "Decision Intelligence for Dummies" and "ChatGPT For Dummies." Baker is also a popular speaker at technology conferences and a member of the National Press Club, Society of Professional Journalists, and the Internet Press Guild.See more from Pam BakerNever Miss a Beat: Get a snapshot of the issues affecting the IT industry straight to your inbox.SIGN-UPYou May Also LikeWebinarsMore WebinarsReportsMore Reports

This is today's edition ofThe Download,our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what's going on in the world of technology. What to expect from Neuralink in 2025 In November, a young man named Noland Arbaugh announced hed be livestreaming from his home for three days straight. His broadcast was in some ways typical fare: a backyard tour, video games, meet mom. The difference is that Arbaugh, who is paralyzed, has thin electrode-studded wires installed in his brain, which he used to move a computer mouse on a screen, click menus, and play chess. The implant, called N1, was installed last year by neurosurgeons working with Neuralink, Elon Musks brain-interface company. Arbaughs livestream is an indicator that Neuralink is a whole lot closer to creating a plug-and-play experience that can restore peoples daily ability to roam the web and play games, giving them what the company has called digital freedom. But this is not yet a commercial product. The current studies are small-scalethey are true experiments, explorations of how the device works and how it can be improved. Read on for our analysis of what to expect from the company in 2025. Antonio Regalado Metas new AI model can translate speech from more than 100 languages Whats new: Meta has released a new AI model that can translate speech from 101 different languages. It represents a step toward real-time, simultaneous interpretation, where words are translated as soon as they come out of someones mouth. Why it matters: Typically, translation models for speech use a multistep approach which can be inefficient, and at each step, errors and mistranslations can creep in. But Metas new model, called SeamlessM4T, enables more direct translation from speech in one language to speech in another. Read the full story. Scott J Mulligan Interest in nuclear power is surging. Is it enough to build new reactors? Lately, the vibes have been good for nuclear power. Public support is building, and public and private funding have made the technology more economical in key markets. Theres also a swell of interest from major companies looking to power their data centers. These shifts have been great for existing nuclear plants. Were seeing efforts to boost their power output, extend the lifetime of old reactors, and even reopen facilities that have shut down. Thats good news for climate action, because nuclear power plants produce consistent electricity with very low greenhouse-gas emissions. I covered all these trends in my latest story, which digs into whats next for nuclear power in 2025 and beyond. But as I spoke with experts, one central question kept coming up for me: Will all of this be enough to actually get new reactors built?Casey Crownhart This article is from The Spark, MIT Technology Reviews weekly climate and energy newsletter. To receive it in your inbox every Wednesday, sign up here. The must-reads Ive combed the internet to find you todays most fun/important/scary/fascinating stories about technology. 1 Donald Trump is exploring how to save TikTok An executive order could suspend its ban or sale by up to 90 days. (WP $)+ But questions remain over the legality of such a move. (Axios)+ YouTuber MrBeast has said hes interested in buying the app. (Insider $)+ The depressing truth about TikToks impending ban. (MIT Technology Review)2 Blue Origins New Glenn rocket has made it into space But it lost a booster along the way. (The Verge)3 Angelenos are naming and shaming landlords for illegal price gouging A grassroots Google Sheet is tracking rentals with significant price increases among the wild fires. (Fast Company $)4 How the Trump administration will shake up defense tech Its likely to favor newer players over established firms for lucrative contracts. (FT $)+ Weapons startup Anduril plans to build a $1 billion factory in Ohio. (Axios)+ Palmer Luckey on the Pentagons future of mixed reality. (MIT Technology Review)5 The difference between mistakes made by humans and AIMachines errors are a whole lot weirder, for a start. (IEEE Spectrum) + A new public database lists all the ways AI could go wrong. (MIT Technology Review) 6 The creator economy is bouncing backFunding for creator startups is rising, after two years in the doldrums. (The Information $) 7 Predicting the future of tech is notoriously tough But asking better initial questions is a good place to start. (WSJ $)8 IVF isnt just for combating fertility problems any moreIts becoming a tool for genetic screening before a baby is even born. (The Atlantic $) + Three-parent baby technique could create babies at risk of severe disease. (MIT Technology Review)9 The killer caterpillars could pave the way to better medicine Studying their toxic secretions could help create new drugs more quickly. (Knowable Magazine)10 How to document your life digitally If physical diaries arent for you, there are plenty of smartphone-based options. (NYT $)Quote of the day Americans may only be able to watch as their app rots." Joseph Lorenzo Hall, a technologist at the nonprofit Internet Society, tells Reuters how TikToks complicated network of service providers means that the app could fall apart gradually, rather than all at once, if the proposed US ban goes ahead. The big story How refrigeration ruined fresh food October 2024 Three-quarters of everything in the average American diet passes through the cold chainthe network of warehouses, shipping containers, trucks, display cases, and domestic fridges that keep meat, milk, and more chilled on the journey from farm to fork. As consumers, we put a lot of faith in terms like fresh and natural, but artificial refrigeration has created a blind spot. Weve gotten so good at preserving (and storing) food, that we know more about how to lengthen an apples life span than a humans, and most of us dont give that extraordinary process much thought at all. But all that convenience has come at the expense of diversity and deliciousness. Read the full story. Allison Arieff We can still have nice things A place for comfort, fun and distraction to brighten up your day. (Got any ideas? Drop me a line or skeet 'em at me.) + The biggest and best tours of 2025 look really exciting (especially Oasis!)+ If you love classic mobile phones, you need to check out Aalto Universitys newly launched Nokia Design Archive immediately.+ The one and only Ridley Scott explains how a cigarette inspired that iconic hand-in-wheat shot in Gladiator.+ Set aside your reading goals for the yearyour only aim should be to read the books you really want to.

Submitted by WA ContentsBatay-Csorba Architects creates "cathedral-like spaces" for low dark brick-clad residence in TorontoCanada Architecture News - Jan 16, 2025 - 13:05 html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40/loose.dtd"Toronto-based architecture and interior design studio Batay-Csorba Architects has built a residence that features "cathedral-like spaces" with its steep chapel pitch roof in Toronto, Canada.Named Westminster Residence, the residence is located on a corner property in Toronto's High Park district, surrounded by classic Edwardian gable houses.The goal of the Westminster residence is to provide a sense of continuity and familiarity within the typical roof form.The proposal investigates the idea of spatially occupying the underside of the roof, similar to an attic, while concealed behind a steep terracotta roof.The enormous gable roof, which is interrupted by top-lit skylights, creates cathedral-like chambers that volumetrically open to the bottom of the steep chapel roof pitch, counterbalancing the small footprint.Under the heavy cantilevered roof on the main level, a huge, floating covered porch extends to a private garden in the corner lot's side yard.Behind a 20-foot-tall brise soleil that protects a private balcony and creates the illusion of a courtyard within the city lot, the main bedroom upstairs enlarges into a tall roof dormer with a view of the garden below.The straightforward project shape consists of tall rectilinear dormers, a massive triangular stone-clad roof, a low dark brick-clad volume, and three dark monolithic figures.The covered garage and side patio are cantilevered by the heavy roof, which floats asymmetrically on top of the first floor, creating an unnerving dynamic between the straightforward volumes.The project's dormers, which are similar in size and materiality, adopt very different positions. One grounding the west faade where it meets the ground, while the other dormer mysteriously cantilevers and hovers over the carport.A literal union of partner goals, the material atmosphere is a combination of the villain's lair and a light-filled haven. Concrete, hefty unfilled travertine, dark-stained plain sawn walnut, and dark-textured lime wash walls make up the restricted palette.These elements stand in stark contrast to the double-height, light-filled soft lime wash walls, the wide plank knotted white oak floors, and the soft linen draperies and furnishings. As one goes about the house, the process of transitioning from a compressed cavernous spatial perception to its opposite is described.A floating " steel projection that serves as a threshold and semi-private enclosure punctuates the building's main entrance. The dark, cramped internal entry and circulation conditions are extended by this private area on the outside of the house.From heavy, rough, and textured terracotta roof shingles to hand-pressed brick in a delicate variety of coursing details seen throughout the neighboring context, vertical hand-brushed wood siding and screening, thin powder-coated aluminum projections, raw galvanized steel, and a combination of rough and smooth cast-in-place concrete, the exterior palette incorporates natural materials that will gradually patina and blend in with the low maintenance spreading sedum landscape.A quiet, south-facing outdoor area separates the recreation room from the sunken basement courtyard, which is surrounded by retaining walls and entry steps made of concrete pavers with a dark palette of textures cast in place.A continuous galvanized linear slot drain connects the side yard's acid-etched concrete patio to the structure, which is designed to float above the undulating landscape.Site planFloor planFloor planFloor planSectionSectionAxonometric drawingThe architecture and interior design firm Batay-Csorba Architects (B-CA) creates forward-thinking projects by fusing practice and research.Dedicated to using architecture as a platform for the expression of ideas, they transform buildings into aspirational shapes and experiences through the use of tactile materials, natural light, and spatial massing.Project factsProject name:Westminster ResidenceArchitects and Interior Design:Batay-Csorba ArchitectsCompletion date:July, 2024Site size:08 acres or 3,490sfTotal construction cost:withheldClient/Owner:withheldProject team: Jodi Batay-Csorba and Andrew Batay-Csorba, principals; Sacha Milojevic, Jacob Henriquez, Myles Bury, design teamEngineers: [Structural: Contact Structural Engineering Inc]Consultants:Mechanical: Elite HVAC DesignsLandscape: Gravenor Landscape DesignArborist: Davey Resource GroupGeneral contractor:Whitaker ConstructionAll images Doublespace Photography.All drawings Batay-Csorba Architects.> via Batay-Csorba Architects