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CD Projekt Red released a patch for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC Xbox Play Anywhere, addressing player‑reported lighting issues. The update includes various lighting adjustments, fixes a DLSS availability bug on PC, corrects dark interiors, and aligns console graphics with the PC version. The company also announced a forthcoming hotfix for a PC save‑game problem and thanked players for their feedback. The patch is free for all existing owners and precedes the next [...]

SpaceXAI has launched Grok for Intune, an enterprise‑specific iOS app that integrates the AI assistant Grok with Microsoft Intune’s mobile application management. The app, available on the App Store, supports Intune Mobile Application Management, enforces organization app‑protection policies, and allows sign‑in with work email. It follows OpenAI’s earlier release of a dedicated enterprise mobile app, positioning SpaceXAI’s AI assistant for corporate environments that rely on Intune for app and data governance.

Google has reintroduced a Contacts tab in its Phone app after removing it in the 2025 Material 3 Expressive redesign. The latest update restores the tab between Home and Keypad, while the navigation‑drawer shortcut is removed. The change is rolling out in the Phone by Google beta (version 240+), with other access points—Favorites carousel and main feed—remaining. The move signals Google’s response to user demand for quick contact access within the dialer.

Quantum Renaissance, a two‑day conference organized by Resonance and The Quantum Insider in partnership with the Comune di Firenze, will convene research, industry, government, and finance leaders at Palazzo Vecchio in Florence on April 1‑2, 2027. The program includes keynotes, panel discussions, and a public exhibition showcasing quantum companies, universities, and student projects. A gala dinner will follow the opening day, while livestreaming will allow broader public access. The event aligns with Italy’s national quantum strategy and European policy [...]

Apple is set to launch its HomePad smart display on October 13, featuring a small square screen that has sparked speculation about its use case. Leaked images also reveal upcoming updates to the iPad mini and HomePod mini, hinting at a broader refresh of Apple’s ecosystem. Industry analyst John Ternus has called for Apple to become more agile, while Apple Watch users anticipate a new Readiness feature that could streamline setup. Benjamin and Chance discuss adding Touch ID [...]

The article lists the top streaming picks for the weekend, highlighting HBO Max’s “Lanterns” finale, Netflix’s new adaptation of John Steinbeck’s East of Eden starring Florence Pugh, Hulu’s horror film Barbarian, and AMC+ crime thriller The Price You Pay featuring Catherine Zeta‑Jones. It notes “Lanterns” as a surprise hit, its relevance to the upcoming film Man of Tomorrow, and the mystery surrounding Hal Jordan’s death. The piece also offers links to broader guides for each platform. [...]

The IONNA consortium, a joint venture of major automakers, is expanding its public EV charging network in the United States. By March, it operated nearly 1,000 charging bays across more than 100 sites and had 4,700 bays under contract, with 1,500 already under construction. The group plans to reach 30,000 ultra‑fast charging points by 2030, including “Rechargery @ Circle K” locations at over 350 convenience stores. IONNA topped JD Power’s 2026 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience study for first‑year

Samsung announced its Galaxy Glasses will launch in November, partnering with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker for multiple designs. The glasses will integrate with Galaxy phones, featuring built‑in cameras, speakers, microphones, and Gemini AI access. They are positioned as an extension of the phone rather than a standalone device, offering watch‑gesture controls and instant syncing. Pricing remains unconfirmed but is expected to be a premium tier, potentially exceeding Meta’s $300 Ray‑Bans. The launch marks Samsung’s entry into [...]