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Apple Unveils New iPads Calling It Device's 'Biggest Day'
Apple has unveiled a new range of iPads in what the company’s boss Tim Cook called the 'biggest day for iPad since its introduction.' The US tech giant announced two new versions of its top-end iPad Pro, alongside two new versions of its mid-tier iPad Air. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW The updates mark the biggest upgrade to the iPad line-up in several years, as the company looks to reignite interest in its long-running tablet computer range.
Apple Working To Fix iPhone Alarm Issue
Apple has confirmed it is working to fix an issue that is causing some iPhone alarms to not play a sound, after users who overslept raised the glitch on social media. The alarm, built into the Clock app of the device, is the wake-up tool of choice for many iPhone users. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW However, in recent days, a number of iPhone users have reported that their alarms have not gone off, causing them to be late for work and school.
What The 'TikTok Ban' In The US Means?
TikTok is facing unprecedented pressure over its ownership and business model after the US Senate passed legislation that will force its China-based parent company to sell the platform or be banned. Legislation that will force the parent firm, ByteDance, to sell TikTok’s US business within a year or face being banned in the country has passed through the US Congress, and now only needs President Joe Biden’s signature to become law.
Researchers Identify Ichthyosaur That May Be The Largest Known Marine Reptile
Palaeontologists have identified an ichthyosaur that may be the largest known marine reptile. A father and daughter found the fossilised remains of a gigantic jawbone measuring more than two metres long on a beach in Somerset. The bones belong to the jaws of a new species of enormous ichthyosaur, a type of prehistoric marine reptile. Experts estimate that the giant creature would have been more than 25 metres long.
Elon Musk Confirms X Will Start Charging New Users To Post
Elon Musk has confirmed that X is planning to start charging all new users a 'small fee' in order to interact with posts after previously indicating the plans last year. Replying to an account which had posted about the possible changes, the Tesla and Space X boss said charging new users to post, like and reply is the 'only way' to stop fake or bot accounts on the platform.
Samsung's Latest AI Software Added To Other Smartphone Ranges
Samsung has announced that as part of its latest One UI 6.1 update, a number of models will be equipped with the AI technology that features in the Galaxy S24 range. The update began its rollout on March 28, and the update will extend the AI features to owners of the Galaxy S23 series, S23 FE, Z Flip5, Z Fold5, Tab S9 (5G) series, and Tab S9 (Wi-Fi) series devices.
‘Nightmarish’ Sea Lizard With Dagger-Like Teeth ‘Ruled Oceans 66 Million Years Ago’
Scientists have discovered fossil remains of a 'nightmarish' new sea lizard species with dagger-like teeth that dominated the oceans 66 million years ago. Khinjaria acuta would have lived alongside dinosaurs, co-existing with behemoths such as Tyrannosaurus and Triceratops.
Jennifer Garner Talks Near Wardrobe Malfunctions With Elektra Costume
While we're all accustomed to seeing Charlie Cox as Daredevil/Matt Murdoch, in the 2003 film, it was Ben Affleck starring in his first superhero role with future wife Jennifer Garner as Elektra. Affleck's Daredevil didn't see the light of day again after the film's release, but Garner's Elektra got her own spin-off film two years later in 2005.
RANKED: The Fast and the Furious Franchise
The Fast and the Furious has become one of the top franchises in Hollywood since the original was released 23 years ago (yes it really has been that long). Since 2001, the 9 films have earned around $6 billion in the worldwide box office, making it Universal's most successful franchise. With the release of the 10th instalment due soon, we decided to rank all nine films in the franchise so far. 9. 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003) In keeping with tradition, the sequel didn't live up to the original.
Beetlejuice 2 Is Officially A Go
Beetlejuice 2 is finally going into preduction, more than 30 years after the release of the original cult classic in 1988. Fans will not have to wait much longer to dive back into the Beetlejuice world as Warner Bros Discovery has set the official release date as September 6, 2024. Production is planned to start on May 10, 2023 in London, in spite of the current writer's strike, but the Beetlejuice team must be happy enough to get the cameras rolling.
Everything You Need To Know About Deadpool 3
Deadpool 3 is releasing next year and it is eagerly anticipated by fans of the anti-hero with the Merc with a Mouth finally joining the MCU. The third instalment to the franchise takes place in phase 6 of Marvel's plans, but what will happen to our favourite characters? Here's everything we know so far about Deadpool 3. What Is Deadpool 3 About? The third instalment in the Deadpool franchise is centred around two Marvel favourites, Deadpool and Wolverine.
Dublin Pub Owner Denies It's A Euphoria Filming Location
Fans have been going wild when rumours started swirling that the hit Sky exclusive series Euphoria would be coming to Dublin to film some scenes. The rumours started when a number of local spots were added to the show's IMDb page, leading fans to believe the crew were going to be coming to the capital to shoot some of season three.
Quiz: Just How Well Do You Know Your Halloweens?
It is the end of an era. Michael Myers. Laurie Strode. A freaky mask. A very large knife. Yup, the very last movie in the 44-year Halloween franchise is upon us in the shape of Halloween Ends. The 14th and final instalment, aptly named Halloween Ends, sees stalwart of the franchise Laurie (Jamie Lee Curtis) doing battle with Michael Myers for the very last time.
7 Films The Last Writers Strike Affected
The writers are on strike in Hollywood for the first time in 15 years and a number of productions are scrambling to figure out what to do without their scripts. While we might not see the affects immediately, here's a list of seven films that were impacted negatively by the last writers strike in 2007-2008.
Kerry Condon Racing Into The Big Leagues With Brad Pitt's F1 Film
Banshees of Inisherin's Bafta winning actress Kerry Condon is set for her first major followup to her starring role in the acclaimed film in which she co-starred alongside Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson. The Tipperary actress is to star alongside Hollywood A lister Brad Pitt in Apple Studios' as yet untitled F1 movie.
EXCLUSIVE: Cartoon Saloon's Paul Young Explains How They Infused Star Wars Visions With Irishness
You can imagine the excitement in Geek Ireland HQ when it was announced that the Kilkenny-based animation studio Cartoon Saloon were going to create an episode of Star Wars Visions for their second volume. The studio joined the likes of British animation house Aardman, Spanish studio El Guiri and Studio Mir (South Korea), all of whom have their own unique take on the saga and unique animation styles.
GEEK GOSS: Paul Mescal Offered Johnny Storm In The Fantastic Four
Paul Mescal seems to be one of the most in-demand actors in Hollywood at the moment, alongside fellow Irishman Barry Keoghan, and now it seems he's being eyed up for a superhero role. There has been a lot of talk among Marvel fans as to who is going to be cast in the upcoming Fantastic Four reboot, and rumour has it Mescal is in the running for The Human Torch.
REVIEW: Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 3 Is The End Of An Era
Nearly 10 years on from the premiere of the first instalment, the Guardians of the Galaxy is coming to an end, as Vol 3 lands in cinemas. The band of rogues has captured the hearts of audiences all over the world, but they had one story left to tell with James Gunn returning to drive them off into the sunset.
Everything You Need To Know About The Gran Turismo Movie
A lot of fans of the legendary Playstation racing games are already excited about the Gran Turismo movie, promising fast-paced action and breathtaking sequences. For many though, their racing experience hasn't gone beyond Mario Kart, so we thought you might be interested in knowing more about the upcoming movie. Here is everything you need to know about the Gran Turismo movie. What Is The Gran Turismo Movie About?
REVIEW: Is The HP Omen 45L Gaming Desktop A Good Replacement For Building Your Own?
Were someone to ask what console is my favourite, I would actually give the non-console answer 'PC'. I’ve been gaming on a PC since Doom and Quake and have put together 3 or 4 gaming rigs since then. When I was asked if I’d like to review the HP Omen 45L (a custom-built gaming rig from HP), I obviously said yes, as anyone who has built their own gaming rig has been told at some point that pre-built gaming PCs aren’t worth it, either due to price, upgradability or poor component choices.
Get Your Game On: Wanted: Dead
Sometimes, a game comes along and it completely surpasses all expectations. Games like Elden Ring, Vampire Survivors, and Gaelic Games Football on the PlayStation 2 just creep into our lives and shows us that there is such a thing as true perfection. Wanted: Dead, is not one of those games, but y’know what? It’s alright. Wanted: Dead is a relic from the past, but released on modern consoles on Valentines day 2023.
REVIEW: Afterlife VR Feels Like A 'Gold-Rush Era' Game
In the initial VR gold rush, think back to Oculus Quest or even the PSVR 1, low budget horror games were commonplace. Virtual reality was still in its infancy and strapping a big set of screens to your face seemed like the perfect place to get some good scares in. However, as the VR space evolved, so did the games and experiences customers would come to expect for the investment they put in.
PlayStation Announces Aquisition Of Firewalk Studios
PlayStation has made the huge announcement that they have officially acquired Firewalk Studios, a development team known for creating some of the industry's most celebrated experiences. Hermen Hulst, Head of PlayStation Studios, announced the acquisition, expressing his excitement about welcoming Firewalk to PlayStation Studios.
GEEK GOSS: Marvel Has No Current Plans To Recast Jonathan Majors
After being charged for assault and harassment, Marvel Studios is reportedly not currently considering recasting Jonathan Majors. The actor plays Kang The Conqueror in the MCU, and rumours began swirling about his future in the franchise after the charges were filed and he was dropped by his talent manager and PR film. According to Deadline, however, Marvel doesn't look to be following suit 'at this time' and he has already filmed scenes for the second season of the Disney+ series Loki.
QUIZ: Can You Score Highter Than 6/10 On Our Toughest Twinning Movies Quiz?
It's happened on a number of occasions that two movies with similar plot points or general storylines are released around the same time, earning them the moniker of 'Twins'. From Antz and A Bug's Life, to No Strings Attached and Friends With Benefits, there are so many movies with similar storylines you have to wonder how the studios didn't realise it and put a bit more space between them. With that in mind, we want to know if you can guess which of these films were released first?
What Is The Significance Of The Mythosaur In The Mandalorian
The Mandalorian has captured the hearts of Star Wars fans worldwide with its focal character, Din Djarin aka Mando, and his cute companion, Baby Yoda Grogu Din Grogu. However, it is not just the lead characters that have garnered attention — the Mythosaur has also piqued interest. For those who may not know, the Mythosaur is a signet worn by Mandalorians, representing their achievements and accomplishments and is essentially the symbol of the people. But what is the significance of the Mythosaur?
EXCLUSIVE: Evil Dead Rise Director Lee Cronin Had A Potentially Awkward First Encounter With Sam Raimi
Lee Cronin, from Dublin, is about to arrive in Hollywood in a big way when his second feature film Evil Dead Rise lands in cinemas, and considering it's part of such a cult classic franchise, the team must really have trust him to take it and run with it. Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell are the papas of the Evil Dead franchise and Lee told Geek Ireland that when he met with the director, he shared that it nearly got off to a rocky start.
The Mandalorian Fans Are 'Crying' After The Season Finale
WARNING: Do Not Read On Until You Have Seen The Mandalorian Season Three Finale Season three of The Mandalorian has certainly taken, not only our favourite characters on a journey, but also viewers as we tried to figure out how the team were going to complete the outing.
Netflix To 'Wind Down' DVD Rental Business That Launched The Brand
Netflix is to wind down its DVD rental service later this year after 25 years, the company’s co-chief executive Ted Sarandos has announced. Sarandos said that due to struggling growth, the streaming giant would be shipping its final discs on September 29.
REVIEW: Vox Brings A Sense Of Urgency Ahead Of Star Trek Picard Finale
We’ve reached the penultimate Picard outing and while this season has been a significant departure from the previous two, this final outing still builds its story arc around a significant mystery. In season one we had the suprise of Data’s daughter, season two focused on Q’s agenda and now we have been wondering what is Jack Crusher’s secret. So how does this week's episode, Vox, fare with what is behind the Red Door? Was it worth the wait?
EXCLUSIVE: Ireland's Charlie Murphy On Potentially Following Fellow Love/Hate Stars Into The MCU
Irish actress Charlie Murphy is back on our screens in a rather risqué role as Anna in Obsession alongside Richard Armitage. The new Netflix mini-series is based on the novel Damage and depicts a talent surgeon (Armitage) who embarks on a steamy affair with his son's girlfriend. When speaking to Geek Ireland about the series, we couldn't help but ask Charlie if she's considered following in her Love/Hate co-stars' footsteps into the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Cameron Monaghan Teases What To Expect From Star Wars Jedi Survivor
One of the biggest surprises at Star Wars Celebration was the arrival of Star Wars Jedi Survivor star Cameron Monaghan onto the Live Stage to promote the game. Director Stig Asmussen had been chatting to host Anthony Carboni when Cal Kestis himself arrived on stage to share more tidbits from the game, and premiere the brand new trailer for the game.
Stranger Things Star Says Fans Wanted Him To Apologise
Fans of TV shows like Stranger Things can become quite attached to their favourite characters... sometimes too attached. Stranger Things 4 star Jamie Campbell Bower is known for playing the villainous Vecna (and his pre-Upside Down equivalent, Henry/001) in the hit Netflix show and has learned that fans hold him responsible for a fan-favourite character's demise.
WATCH: Rosario Dawson Credits Fan Casting Image For Ahsoka Role
Fans castings happen online all the time for our favourite characters from different genres being brought to life in a new way, but it turns out Rosario Dawson was cast as Ahsoka Tano thanks to one. During Star Wars Celebration over the weekend, Rosario took to the Live stage after the official Ahsoka Panel (which revealed Lars Mikkelsen as reprising the role of Grand Admiral Thrawn) and shared how the role came about.
Indiana Jones Will Premiere At Cannes With Tribute To Harrison Ford
Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny, the fifth film in the Harrison Ford adventure series, will make its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival on May 18, festival organisers have announced, and will include a tribute to Ford for his career. The premiere of Dial Of Destiny, directed by James Mangold, comes 15 years after 2008’s Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull premiered at the French festival.
Everything We Learned About Ahsoka From The Star Wars Celebration Panel
Day two of Star Wars Celebration was largely light on big announcements, but that doesn't mean it didn't drop a few bombs about the upcoming Disney+ series Ahsoka. It was confirmed on Day One that the latest Mandalorian spin-off would arrive on the streaming service this summer and now we have a little more information about the series. The largest announcement came in the form or Lars Mikkelsen's return to the galaxy far far away, reprising his role as Grand Admiral Thrawn in live-action.
WATCH: First Ahsoka Trailer Confirms Who Is Playing Hera Syndulla
After months of speculation, we finally know who will be playing Hera Syndulla alongside Sabine Wren in the upcoming Ahsoka series. The captain of the Ghost crew from Star Wars Rebels had been confirmed to be appearing in the live-action series, but up until now, nobody had been announced in the role. Now we know that the person helping the ship and keeping Chopper in line is none other than Mrs Ewan McGregor, Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
The Biggest Announcements From The Star Wars Celebration Studio Showcase
Day one of Star Wars Celebration has gotten off to one hell of a start with the Studio Showcase dropping lots of cool bits of news for eager fans. Check out the biggest announcements from the showcast (that we heard about thanks to Discussing Film live tweeting the event). Andor The first section of the showcase focused on Andor with the cast and Tony Gilroy taking to the stage and it was revealed that season two is halfway through filming and aims to be completed in August.
Get Your Game On: Vampire Survivors
Vampire Survivors, the now double BAFTA winning phenomenon, is so hard to explain and yet so simple. It’s almost created a genre in itself, with games like Brotato and Boneraiser Minions taking its formula and iterating on it, but even then we call them ‘Vampire Survivor likes’. But what the heck is a Vampire Survivor anyways? Vampire Survivor is a very simple and very well made reverse bullet-hell game.
Did You Spot Tom Holland's Brother In The Mandalorian?
While we may have been distracted by some of the other cameos in Chapter 22, it turns out Tom Holland's brother Harry also had a role in the most recent episode of The Mandalorian. Fans will be forgiven for missing him though, as he provided the voice for a character that's covered in prosthetics/mask so unless you knew it was him, you wouldn't have bat an eyelid.
Top Five Easter Movies To Check Out This Weekend
Easter is a time of year that many people look forward to, whether it's for the religious significance, the arrival of spring or just the joy of indulging in some delicious chocolate eggs! For movie lovers, it's also a chance to enjoy some great films that celebrate the season. Here are five Easter movies that are sure to get you in the mood for the weekend.
RETRO REVIEW: Donkey Konga Is A Rhythm Game That's Just Bananas
Back in 2003, Nintendo released one of the wackiest rhythm games I have ever played, Donkey Konga, Nintendo has never been a stranger to zany innovations, some of them successful, like the 3DS or Wii, some of them not so successful, like the Virtual Boy or Wii U. Donkey Konga was one of moderate success, selling reasonably well and spawning two sequels, though Donkey Konga 3 was only released in Japan.
The Mandalorian Fans React To The Mega Cameos In Chapter 22
We are edging ever closer to the end of the third season of The Mandalorian and Chapter 22 brought us a number of celebrity cameos we certainly weren't expecting. If you haven't seen the episode yet, we recommend you go and watch it first as the rest of this article will contain many, many, spoilers.
QUIZ: What D&D Class Are You?
With the arrival of the new Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves in Irish cinemas, the tabletop game D&D has never been more popular. This got us thinking of all the different characters and classes people can play as in the game, as well as those that appear in the film. With that in mind, we wnat to know would you be brave fighter, a headstrong barbarian or a studious wizard? Try our quiz and find what class you would be in D&D.
It's Official! E3 Has Been Cancelled For 2023
Almost a year after announcing its triumphant and revamped return, the Entertainment Software Association has announced that this year’s E3 ExpoE3 Expo has been cancelled. Ahead of the announcement, rumours had been swirling online with the official social media pages deciding to clear up the confusion.
'You're Not Joel!' Bella Ramsey Surprises Troy Baker During The BAFTA Game Awards
The BAFTA Game Awards took place on Thursday evening and The Last of Us star Troy Baker took to the stage to present the award for Best Narrative. However, he was interrupted before getting to the nominees list as his series co-star Bella Ramsey suddenly appeared on screen in character as Ellie looking for Joel. When Baker insisted that he is Joel, considering he originated the role in the games, but Bella wasn't having any of it.
Check Out The Full List Of BAFTA Game Awards Winners
Tonight the gamers took over the BAFTA awards and got to showcase all that 2022's offerings had in store for fans. Check out the live updates below or follow along with us on Twitter.
What The New Twitter Rules Means For You
Twitter is set to scrap features for users who do not pay a monthly fee for a blue tick verification, according to new rules shared by owner Elon Musk. Users of the social media platform who want to remain verified can pay €11 a month as part of Musk’s shake-up that will also see voting in polls blocked for non-verified accounts. Musk, who is also the chief executive of the platform, said that paid social media will be 'the only social media that matters'.
Watchdog Drops Concerns Over Microsoft Aquisition Of Activision
The competition watchdog has provisionally dropped concerns that Microsoft’s proposed takeover of Call Of Duty developer Activision Blizzard would damage the console gaming market. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) last month warned the $68.7 billion deal could result in higher prices, fewer choices or less innovation for UK gamers.
GameStop Sparks Closing Rumours With Latest Services Notice
GameStop Ireland has announced that it will be stopping a number of services currently provided, including the sale of gift cards and the cancellation of pre-orders, sparking rumours that they're set to close their doors. The gaming outlet, which was hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic, confirmed the news on their website that have halted the sale of gift cards, trade-in and selling used games, and the GameStop loyalty services as of Wednesday, March 22.
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