Gladiator 2 finally reveals itself in images, why the PS5 outperforms the Xbox Series X/S in-game performance despite an inferior technical sheet, Apple declares certain devices “old” with consequences for their owners: here’s the recap!
Every morning, we review the most important news from the day before. Yesterday, we discovered that OpenDNS was leaving France, that Helldivers 2 had lost 90% of its PC players, and that the Google Pixel 9 would have the same screen provided by Samsung as the iPhone 16 Pro. This Wednesday, it’s Apple, PS5 et Gladiator 2. Good reading !
Apple declares iPhone X, HomePod and AirPods obsolete
On July 1, 2024, Apple officially classified the iPhone X, first-generation HomePod, and first-generation AirPods as “legacy” products. By Apple’s standards, this label is given to products which have not been manufactured for more than five yearsbut less than seven years. This decision thus results in the imminent end (in two years) of technical support and repairs for these iconic devices.
Why does the PS5 outperform the Xbox Series X?
As the ninth generation of consoles approaches its fourth year, the conclusion is clear: the PS5 has crushed the Xbox Series X/S. If Sony has won this long round, it is in particular because games like GTA V often run better on its console than on Microsoft’s. However, it was not a foregone conclusion. On paper, the Xbox Series X seems more powerful than the PS5. So how do you explain this phenomenon?
Gladiator 2: the first images of the long-awaited sequel
The wait is over for fans of Gladiatorthe cult film by Ridley Scott released in 2000. The first images of the sequel, soberly titled Gladiator 2have finally been unveiled, revealing an epic recreation of ancient Rome. While this sequel wasn’t necessarily requested by viewers, it’s still arousing keen curiosity. Iconic director Ridley Scott takes over the reins for this new chapter. After winning six Oscars with the first opusScott matured this project for a long time, which went through various phases of production and rewriting before coming to fruition.
