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January 13, 2026

One of the best Linux distros for Windows users just got a fresh update

Linux Mint 22.3 (Zena) has been released as a stable build after beta testing. It features an upgraded Cinnamon 6.6 desktop environment, which includes a redesigned application menu with a sidebar, smaller categories, and hideable elements. The update also includes audio improvements, new system icons, better troubleshooting tools, and the ability to pause TimeShift snapshots.

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January 7, 2026

The UK box office had its best year since COVID in 2025

The U.K. box office generated £1.07 billion in 2025, marking its most successful year since the COVID-19 pandemic, though still 21 percent below pre-COVID levels. The top ten films of the year were all sequels, remakes, or adaptations, with "A Minecraft Movie" leading at £56.8 million. Other top films included "Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy" (£46.3 million), "Wicked: For Good" (£45.8 million), "Lilo & Stitch" (£37.3 million), and "Jurassic World Rebirth" (£36.1 million). Notably, no superhero films made the top half of the chart for the first time since 2020. Gen Z audiences showed a 25 percent increase in cinema attendance in 2025.

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January 7, 2026

Turkiye’s PC games to watch in 2026

A curated watchlist highlights promising Turkish video games set for release in 2026, featuring titles that indicate a 2026 release window on Steam. The main list includes: - Anomaly President by Phew Phew Games: A presidential roguelike action game set for Q1 2026 on PC. - Dead Engine by Chocolate Dungeon Games: A pixel-art, post-apocalyptic survival action-roguelite launching in Early Access on January 22, 2026. - Emberbane by Hamlet Games: A pixel-art action-adventure game scheduled for January 2026. - Eternity’s Echo: Patient Zero by Demonsoft Games: A first-person psychological survival-horror title set for Q1 2026. - Gamer Stop Simulator by Red Axe Games: A simulation game set in Japan, aiming for a higher visual standard, with no specific release date mentioned. - Island Market Simulator by Zentium Studio: Set for Q1 2026, focusing on managing an island-town business. - Mayhem Brawler II: Best of Both Worlds by Hero Concept: A beat 'em up game set for 2026 release on Steam and consoles. - Papa Needs a Headshot by Phew Phew Games and Vercial Games: An FPS set for Q2 2026 release. - Sagas of Lumin by Elos Games and Arts: An action RPG launching in Q1 2026. - The Enigma Cases by Red Axe Games: A co-op detective mystery game set for 2026. - Who Do Voodoo by Kuixo: A multiplayer social-deduction game targeting Q1 2026 for Early Access. Additionally, several titles are under consideration for a potential 2026 release, including: - Black State by Motion Blur: A single-player action-adventure shooter marked as “To be announced.” - Deckfort Alchemist by Team Machiavelli: A strategic roguelike tower defense game currently marked as “Coming soon.” - A new project from Fubu Games is anticipated following their successful titles in 2025.

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January 6, 2026

If you’re looking for a way to fill the Stranger Things-shaped hole in your heart, the new Minecraft DLC has you covered

The downloadable content (DLC) pack for Minecraft based on Stranger Things allows players to explore iconic locations such as Mirkwood Forest and the Starcourt Mall, and includes the option to enter the Upside Down. The DLC features various levels with clues and puzzles, and players can use characters like Eleven, Suzie, Eddie, and Vecna, each with unique abilities. The DLC is priced at 1510 Minecoins, approximately .99, and includes new skins for avatar customization.

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December 27, 2025

Recap: Expressive Android, but Material ‘3.5’ apps

Both Apple and Google plan significant redesigns of their operating systems for 2025. Google's Material 3 Expressive has received positive feedback for its implementation across devices, aiming for a more unified interface across Android versions, though updates to first-party applications are seen as incremental rather than transformative. The redesign includes a taller search app bar in Google Workspace apps, but inconsistencies arise as some applications cannot utilize the new design. A transition back to a shorter bottom navigation bar in some apps does not improve content space. A floating toolbar in Google Chat raises usability concerns, and the overall interface appears more cluttered due to increased use of containers. Buttons have become larger, with mixed reactions regarding their proportions. The new motion-physics system introduces appealing animations, but the functionality of Google apps remains largely unchanged, leading to a sense of familiarity rather than a transformative experience.

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December 16, 2025

Apple TV app update brings Google Cast support on Android

The latest update of the Apple TV app for Android devices has introduced Google Cast support, allowing users to cast content. The Google Cast icon is now located to the left of the profile avatar in the top-right corner and can also be found within the fullscreen player. The update includes a miniplayer with playback information and controls, as well as a fullscreen portrait player with large buttons for navigation. The homescreen icon has been refined to be slightly smaller. Version 2.2 of the app is being distributed via the Play Store.

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December 9, 2025

Samsung Galaxy XR Gets Realistic Face-Tracked ‘Likeness’ Avatars

The rollout of the first significant update for Google's Android XR on the Samsung Galaxy XR includes several new features: 1. Likeness (Beta): A beta version of an avatar system for video calls that replaces traditional video feeds with virtual representations, using advanced eye and face tracking capabilities. Users can create their avatar by scanning their face with their phone. 2. Travel Mode: A feature that enhances positional tracking while in motion, reducing the misinterpretation of vehicle movements as head movements by relying more on computer vision. 3. PC Connect (Beta): A feature that allows users to connect to and control their Windows PC as a virtual screen within Android XR, requiring a streamer app on the PC. Additionally, Android XR is getting an AI feature that can convert any 2D content into 3D.

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December 9, 2025

Android XR Getting AI System Feature To Turn Any 2D Window 3D

Google announced the upcoming release of Android XR Edition in 2026, offering immersive experiences for games, videos, and websites. Android XR is the only platform for headsets that allows for converting videos into 3D. The XR2+ Gen 2 chipset powering Android XR can handle real-time spatialization. The autospatialization feature can work with multiple apps simultaneously and was demonstrated during a presentation of Cities: Skylines. Android XR will launch for Samsung Galaxy XR next year.

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December 8, 2025

I saw the future of Android XR smart glasses, and Google left me stunned at the progress

Last week, a demonstration of Android XR glasses took place at Google's Hudson River office, showcasing features such as visual assistance and gyroscopic navigation. These glasses are part of a developer kit for Android developers. Google aims to integrate these devices with Android phones and smartwatches by 2026. The strategy for AI glasses includes two types: one focusing on audio and camera features, and another incorporating a display for visual cues. Developer Preview 3 of the Android XR SDK is set to launch soon, supporting a wide range of existing third-party Android apps. The glasses can display navigation routes and driver information for Uber rides. Gemini, the assistant, provides contextual information immediately upon wearing the glasses. The Samsung Galaxy XR headset has new features like PC Connect and travel mode, while Xreal's Project Aura glasses offer a 70-degree field of view and access to Android apps. The anticipated price for Project Aura could be around ,000, with a potential late next year launch.

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November 27, 2025

Shueisha Games announces ‘casual non-verbal social deduction action game’ VIVA NOBOTS for PC

Shueisha Games has announced the casual non-verbal social deduction action game VIVA NOBOTS, set to launch on PC via Steam in spring 2026, supporting English and Japanese languages. An open beta playtest will take place from December 12 to 18. In VIVA NOBOTS, players act as humans disguised as excavation robots to infiltrate ancient ruins and collect treasures while avoiding detection. Key features include stealing treasures, exposing rival players using the Doubt Gun, and escaping after securing loot. A new humanoid security bot called the "Android" has been introduced, along with a mega-jackpot feature called "GODPOT." Future updates will include cooperative and VS modes and avatar type changes. Trailers and gameplay highlights are available in both English and Japanese.