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Oni Press’s Sabrina the Teenage Witch #5, released February 17, 2027, launches the new “Needles & Pins” storyline. Written by Corinna Bechko with art by Kano and Jordan Chase, the issue follows Sabrina as she struggles to separate her dual identities while seeking magical help for her friends. Salem offers her access to his portal, leading her into an unfamiliar magical realm. The cover, revealed exclusively by IGN, features artwork by Marguerite Sauvage, Travis Charest, Oliver Barrett, Evgenia Vereli, and Dan Parent. Preorders [...]

IBM announced its next‑generation Quantum Nighthawk r3 processor, capable of executing 10,000 quantum operations on 520 programmable qubits and featuring 2,034 physical qubits. The company plans to pair two r3 units into a 1,040‑qubit system by 2027, expanding its Quantum Platform to integrate quantum processors with classical high‑performance computing for larger workloads, error‑correction research, and automated workflows. The r3 builds on the r2’s 100,000 samples‑per‑second speed, aiming to meet industry demands for higher computational quality and speed. [...]

FromSoftware restored the online servers for Dark Souls 2 and Dark Souls 3 after a two‑week outage caused by security concerns. The company confirmed that the investigation was completed and fixes applied, and normal service resumed on November 11. Players can now resume invasions, co‑ops, and other online features across the Drangleic and Lothric worlds. The brief downtime followed earlier, longer interruptions in 2022, underscoring the studio’s focus on safeguarding player data.

SwitchBot has launched the Curtain Track 4, a retrofit motor that attaches to existing U‑rail curtain tracks without drilling or rewiring. The unit features a detachable 5,000 mAh battery module, allowing the motor to stay in place while the module is removed for charging via USB‑C. The system supports up to 12 months of use per charge, offers a solar‑powered variant, and connects through Bluetooth to a SwitchBot Hub for Matter integration with Apple Home. The device includes QuietDrift [...]

The PS Store is offering a limited‑time discount on IO Interactive’s 007 First Light Deluxe Edition for PS5, reducing the price from $79.99 to $39.99 until November 21, 2026. The bundle includes the base game, four character outfits, a weapon skin, and a Gleaming Pack of gadget skins. Players can try the full game via PS Plus Premium or download a free starter pack. The deal highlights the franchise’s return to action‑adventure gameplay and early access options.

Sean Endicott, a seasoned journalist at Windows Central, reports on Windows 11, Surface hardware, Microsoft 365, AI, and broader Windows ecosystem developments. Since 2017, he has authored over a thousand pieces, covering breaking news, analysis, and feature stories. Endicott also writes the weekly “Windows Wrap” column, curating key industry stories. Prior to Windows Central, he earned a First Class degree in Broadcast Journalism and worked in live production. Outside tech, he coaches youth American football in Nottingham, [...]

World of Warcraft: Forever secret hunters have uncovered a multi‑step quest chain on Zephras Isle that rewards the sword Eluvi'ana. The chain begins with an heirloom ring from the starting zone, a Night Watchman’s Torch from Duskwood, and a secret quest at Ruins of Ban'aethal that yields an Ancient Hilt. Hunters must then locate an Ancient Blade on the isle, collect a corrupted water globe from Darkshore or Blackfathom Deeps, and complete fetch quests in Ashenvale and [...]

Apple’s new iPhone Duo features a 48‑MP Dual Fusion camera system with a main and ultra‑wide lens. The main sensor is smaller (1/1.56″ vs. 1/1.3″ on the iPhone 18 Pro Max) and lacks full‑pixel focus, resulting in a slower f/1.6 aperture and reduced low‑light performance. While the Duo handles daylight and well‑lit scenes well, it struggles in medium to low light, requiring higher ISO and longer exposures that can blur motion. The ultra‑wide lens remains identical to the Pro models, [...]