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 This week saw rumor updates on the iPhone 17 Pro and next-generation Vision Pro, while a minor iOS 18.4.1 update delivered not just security fixes but also a fix for some CarPlay issues.
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Kawasaki's Corleo robot horse is just a concept right now, but a thrilling hype video makes it look like a blast to ride.
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Tempest Rising, a real-time strategy game that's being called a "spiritual successor" and an homage to Command & Conquer, is now available to everyone. It was supposed to be released on April 24, but according to its developers, it was "unexpectedly made available" on April 17 for all players who pre-ordered the game. Instead of pulling it back, they've decided that the best and most seamless solution was to just release it a week early.
The game was developed by Danish studio Slipgate Ironworks and Polish studio 2B Games. In its Steam page, the developers said it was "inspired by RTS (real-time strategy) greats of the 90s and 2000s." It's set in a modern day alternative history scenario, wherein the world is at war to control the "Tempest vines" growing across the planet.
The player takes on the role of Commander for either the "highly mobile and advanced" Global Defense Forces peacekeeping corps or the Tempest Dynasty, which the developers describe as "hard-hitting and desperate." A third faction will be available in multiplayer mode. Each faction has different strategies and combat techniques players can choose from, and players will be able to customize their army for each mission in the two 11-mission campaigns.
Players can still get the "Commander Pack" pre-order bonus if they buy the game before April 24, giving them access to all bonus content. And since getting access to the game a week early was supposed to
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 Apple TV is currently available at a much lower price than usual, but time is running out if you want to take advantage of the offer.
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Kia's first all-electric sedan, the 2026 EV4, is making its official debut in the US at the New York International Auto Show, which runs from April 18 to April 27. The automaker first announced the vehicle in Spain back in February, with the promise that it will release the model in the USA, as well. It's built on top of the company's 400V Electric Global Modular Platform, which serves as the basis for all of Kia's electric vehicles. In the US, the EV4 will come with a built-in North American Charging Standard (NACS) port for compatibility with Tesla charging stations. Those in the New York area can check out the vehicle for themselves, as the show is open to the public starting today (April 18).
The Kia EV4 has two battery options: A standard 58.3 kWh battery for the Light model and a long-range 81.4 kWh battery for the Wind and GT-Line models. Kia says its Light and Wind models have an estimated range of 235 miles and 330 miles, respectively. However, they're manufacturer estimates and not official EPA numbers yet.
You can charge the car from 10 to 80 percent within just 28 minutes for the Light battery and 31 minutes for the long-range battery. No matter what model you choose, the vehicle comes with a front-mounted 150 kW motor and Kia's Advanced Driver Assistance features. Unfortunately, the automaker didn't reveal how much it would cost you to get one, possibly because it has yet to attach an official price tag to the EV4 due to the
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The Apple Sports app just introduced a new feature called Game Card Sharing. This lets users generate digital game cards that carry information about a specific match. The cards can be generated for upcoming, live and completed games. In the latter two cases, the score will be displayed.
The cool part about these cards is that they are shareable across iMessage or via social media platforms. I could see this being useful in a group chat with friends, as a handy way to keep track of an ongoing match. Just look for the share button on the upper-right side of each card.
There is one caveat. It requires the latest version of iOS, so it might be time to finally strap in for an update. These cards work with a whole bunch of sports leagues, including the NBA, MLB, NHL and even stuff like the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
For the uninitiated, Apple Sports is a free iPhone app that delivers real-time scores and various stats. It also displays useful stuff like broadcast information. It even lets users pin real-time scores to the lock screen.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/apps/the-apple-sports-app-now-lets-users-create-and-share-game-cards-184235076.html?src=rss
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 Just in time for the start of the NBA and NHL playoffs this weekend, the Apple Sports app has received a new Game Card Sharing feature.
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The Acer Aspire 14 AI is a workhorse laptop, no flashy materials or pretensions at gaming prowess. Our reviewer Mark Knapp called it solid and reliable, if a little bland—it screams "Toyota Camry" to me—but you can't argue with the specs. With a Core Ultra 5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage space, it should handle all the tasks a regular user will throw at it, and it has a 14-inch touchscreen on top of that. Other extras include Windows Hello face-scanning for secure logins, double USB-C and USB-A ports, and a full-sized HDMI port.
At 3.07 pounds and 0.7 inches thick, it's neither skinny nor chunky, and the battery life is competitive even with some recent Snapdragon models that can go for longer than a pink bunny in an old battery commercial. It would make a good practical machine for a student or anyone whose current laptop just isn't cutting it anymore. Read the full review—of this exact model with these same specs!—for more info.
AntOnline is selling this config of the Aspire 14 AI for $569.99, an impressive $230 off Acer's current retail price. It's marked as a "quick ship deal," but I don't know what that means in terms of availability, so I wouldn't let that tab go dormant if you've decid
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 Microsoft just announced that Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One owners can now stream select games they own directly from the console. This feature is exclusive to Game Pass Ultimate members.
What's the point of this? It's intended to save both time and hard drive space. Gamers can jump right in immediately, without having to download and install a giant file. It doesn't work with every game. As of this writing, there are over 100 titles that enable this feature. They include standouts like Assassin's Creed Shadows, Animal Well, Baldur's Gate 3 and Hogwarts Legacy, among others.
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