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Sunday, October 10, 2021

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The new iPad 10.2 (2021) has only recently landed, but it’s never too early to start thinking about the next model, which – since we’re not sure of the screen size yet – we’re just calling the new iPad 2022 for now.

There’s little in the way of news about Apple’s next entry-level slate yet, but we can predict some things, and you’ll find those below, covering the possible release date, price, and some of the specs and features.

Then further down we’ve included a wish list of what we want to see from the new iPad 2022 to make it the best budget iPad possible. And make sure to check back regularly, as we’ll be updating this article whenever we hear any news or rumors about this tablet.

Cut to the chase

What is it? The next cheap tablet from Apple
When is it out? Probably September 2022
How much will it cost? Likely around $329 / £319 / AU$499

New iPad 2022 release date and price

We don’t know when the new iPad 2022 will be announced but we can take a good guess, as the iPad 10.2 (2021) was unveiled on September 14, the iPad 10.2 (2020) was announced on September 15 of its launch year, and the iPad 10.2 (2019) on September 12. You’re probably noticing a pattern here.

They were all announced around the middle of September, and in the last two years they were also announced on a Tuesday, so if we had to get more specific we’d guess the new iPad 2022 will be announced on Tuesday September 13, 2022.

The time between announcement and availability is more variable, but it’s unlikely to be more than a couple of weeks, so we’d think the new iPad 2022 would hit stores before the end of September 2022, and possibly even within a few days of its announcement.

As for the price, the iPad 10.2 (2021) starts at $329 / £319 / AU$499, and the iPad 10.2 (2020) had a similar starting price, so we’d think roughly the same again is likely, but there’s no news on that yet.

The back of the Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) on a pile of books — Expect a similar price to the iPad 10.2 (2021) (Image credit: TechRadar)

News and leaks

There’s no news yet on the new iPad 2022, but one thing we can be fairly confident of is that it will stick with an LCD screen.

There was some suggestion that Apple might switch to OLED for the iPad Air 5, but recent reports suggest that isn’t happening, and either way there was no mention of the basic iPad getting this display tech.

There also probably won’t be any significant changes to the front-facing camera, as that’s only just had a big upgrade for the latest model.

The chipset is sure to be better though, with Apple likely to equip the new iPad 2022 with the A14 Bionic from the iPhone 12 range based on past form.

Two things that could go either way are the design, which might be modernized in line with all Apple’s other iPad ranges, and 5G, which may or may not be included. We’d think by 2022 it will be due, but the iPad Air 4 (2020) doesn’t have 5G either, so Apple might add that to the iPad Air 5 but leave it off the basic iPad for another year.

What we want to see

To make the new iPad 2022 as good as possible we want it to have the following things.

1. Face ID

The lack of Face ID on the new iPad 10.2 (2021) isn’t overly surprising given that Apple currently reserves this tech for the iPad Pro range. But over in iPhone land it’s basically now a standard feature and has been for years, so we’d like to see the company make it standard on iPads too.

We don’t particularly expect the new iPad 2022 to get Face ID, since it will presumably be last in line for it, with the iPad Air and iPad mini ranges likely to get it first, but it would be nice to see.

This tech has been around so long that it doesn’t feel like it should need to be a premium feature anymore, so Apple, stop holding it back.

2. A modern design

The basic iPad range is now alone in being the only tablet range from Apple that doesn’t include a modern design with smaller bezels and no home button, with even the iPad mini (2021) sporting this look.

Instead, you’re stuck with a very dated and relatively cheap appearance on the iPad 10.2 (2021), and it’s one that we want to see gone with the new iPad 2022.

3. Support for recent accessories

The Apple iPad 10.2 (2021) with the smart keyboard attached, with an Apple Pencil resting on the keyboard, outside — The iPad 10.2 (2021) has limited accessory support (Image credit: TechRadar)

The iPad 10.2 (2021) supports the original Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard, but it lacks support for the Apple Pencil 2 and the Magic Keyboard, making it less good both for typing and sketching than it could be – or than other Apple tablets are.

Supporting these accessories shouldn’t be hard, and we wouldn’t think they’d add much if anything to Apple’s costs, so there’s really no reason to block the iPad 2022 off from them.

4. Recalibrating speakers

The iPad 10.2 (2021) doesn’t have bad speakers, but unlike the iPad mini (2021) and the iPad Air 4, they don’t recalibrate based on the orientation of the tablet.

With one of those tablets then you’ll be getting the best from the speakers whether you use the slate in portrait or landscape orientation, but not here. Hopefully, Apple fixes that for the next model.

5. 128GB base size

With the iPad 10.2 (2021) Apple upgraded the base storage size from the pathetically tiny 32GB of the iPad 10.2 (2020), to a still rather small 64GB.

We know this is a cheap slate, so the company wants to keep the cost down as much as possible, but 64GB is a just barely acceptable amount of storage in 2021, let alone 2022 when the next model is expected. So we want to see the new iPad 2022 start with 128GB of storage, especially as there’s no microSD card slot.

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Saturday, October 9, 2021

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Jim Szafranski never really wanted to become a CEO; it was something that seemed to happen to him, rather than something he deliberately made happen. But as it turns out, he has a knack for it.

Szafranski took over at visual communications company Prezi roughly eighteen months ago to preside over a change of direction, replacing founder Peter Arvai. Previously, the firm had specialized in design and presentation software, but has now turned its attention to video presentations.

Prezi had already begun to lay the foundations for this shift before the pandemic, but remote working saw demand skyrocket for a service that could help people create and deliver professional virtual presentations. The company put its foot on the gas and Prezi Video is now its flagship product.

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As one of the main architects of the Prezi Video project, and as someone who had worked with the video conferencing titans (such as Microsoft and Google) in a previous life, Szafranski found himself next in line for the throne.

The right person for the job

Although he has now acclimatized to the level and breadth of responsibility that falls on the shoulders of a chief executive, Szafranski told TechRadar Pro he sometimes found himself doubting his suitability for the role.

While he had always been a student of both business and technology, and had racked up many years of experience at an executive level, he was to some extent blindsided by the opportunity when it presented itself.

“I love to learn, so I always tried to put myself in a position where I could learn from my environment and the people around me. And I kind of let the growth take care of itself,” he explained.

“But when I joined Prezi, the plan wasn’t that I would someday take over from Peter [Arvai] - that wasn’t even a discussion. The focus was on scaling the business and building out functions like sales and marketing.”

After some consideration, Szafranski agreed to take on the post, giving himself and Arvai three months to put the necessary measures in place. The best piece of advice Szafranski received during this time, he says, was simply to be himself, and not to emulate the archetypal CEO of the movies.

“Obviously, the board of directors and previous CEO thought about this carefully and chose to elect me for the role. This advice was an important reminder to approach situations in the same way I have always done; to do what felt natural.”

Mercifully, stepping into the CEO role at Prezi has not required Szafranski to tear it all up and start again, because he had inherited the foundations of a healthy business. His task is only to steer in a slightly different direction.

Virtual presentations, but different

Szafranski is often quizzed about what makes Prezi Video different from regular virtual presentation services. With words alone, this question can be a little difficult to answer, but the difference becomes immediately apparent when you see the product in action.

Prezi Video sits like a veneer on top of video conferencing services (Zoom, Teams, Meet etc.), adding a layer of gloss and interactivity that makes presentations much more attractive to the eye.

Unlike with traditional screen-sharing, which conceals the presenter’s video feed, users can bring content onto the screen alongside them in the style of a news anchor. In turn, the presenter is able to see more of the other attendees, which is supposed to help them read the room in the same way they might in-person.

Prezi Video also allows users to interact with on-screen content in real-time, which makes presentations feel slick and polished. There’s no more “next slide, please”; the presenter becomes more like a conductor.

According to Szafranksi, these attributes go a long way to solving the various issues employees have encountered since the transition to remote working, from video conferencing fatigue to a feeling of disconnect with coworkers.

“Ultimately, Prezi Video is about creating a greater level of engagement,” he told us. “People are talking a lot about Zoom fatigue at the moment, but will still log off in the evening to watch a couple of hours of Netflix. Prezi brings TV-like engagement into your business.”

Szafranski also sees products like Prezi Video playing a fundamental role as businesses emerge from the pandemic, by creating a stronger feeling of connection between meeting attendees spread across multiple locations.

“The office was the great productivity hack, because it forced everyone into the same space at the same time. But we’re not going back to that,” he said.

“What has permanently changed is that there will be somebody outside the room at all times, and we’re all going to have to figure out how to hold effective meetings under these conditions.”

Further down the line, Szafranksi envisions Prezi moving into areas like virtual reality, which could open up a new realm of opportunity for interactivity, as well as bringing everyone into the same arena once again.

Looking to the future

As the world climbs out from underneath the pandemic, which brought about a period of extreme and unexpected growth for Prezi, Szafranski is thinking closely about how he can carry momentum forward.

His first step, he explained, has been to surround himself with an executive team capable of putting his vision into action. For example, his new CTO is an expert in content ingestion, having cut his teeth at image library Shutterstock, and Szafranski recently brought onboard a new SVP for Product Management to explore opportunities in immersive video and 3D.

These appointments were designed to prepare the company for a shift in gear. In addition to targeting SMBs and design departments, Szafranski says the goal is now to take Prezi organization-wide at some of the largest companies on the planet.

However, an important question hangs over these ambitions: why don’t the video conferencing giants, with all their money and resources, go out and develop identical functionality? The early warning signs are there; Microsoft recently rolled out a new reporter mode for Teams that allows users to appear in front of shared content.

But Szafranksi says copying Prezi is far more difficult than it might seem. He describes the company’s intellectual property as much more like a game engine (such as Unity) than a piece of software.

“What Prezi does that’s special is serve up content in very spacial ways, which creates much more interactive and layered experiences. And these qualities are certainly not trivial to recreate.”

The alternative for the video conferencing giants, of course, would be an acquisition. Asked whether he thought Microsoft or Zoom might swoop in for Prezi, Szafranski played it cool. It would be his responsibility to field all such offers, he told us, but for now his efforts are focused wholly on taking Prezi in the right direction.

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The most prominent heavyweight trilogy in recent boxing history reaches its climax, as undefeated WBC and The Ring heavyweight champ Tyson Fury aims to assert his dominance over former WBC heavyweight champ Deontay Wilder once and for all. It's a spectacle even casual boxing fans won't want to miss, so read on as we explain how to watch a Fury vs Wilder 3 live stream wherever you are right now - including where you can watch absolutely free!

The Gypsy King (30-0-1) may not have all the belts, but few would argue that he isn't the top dog in the sport right now. The 6'9" man mountain from Manchester taught Wilder a lesson in their second bout in February last year, dominating his opponent from the first bell to the moment Wilder's towel hit the canvas in Round 7.

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Such was Fury's supremacy that it's easy to forget that the Bronze Bomber (42-1-1) dropped him twice in their first bout. The second knockdown came in the final round and looked every inch a decisive blow, before Fury rose to his feet in one of the most iconic sporting moments of all time.

The 6'7" bruiser from Tuscaloosa remains one of the most powerful punchers of all time, and he's had more than a year to plot his revenge. Sfter Oleksandr Usyk stunned Anthony Joshua last month, an upset is far from off the table and Wilder will be desperate to wipe the smile off the Gypsy King's face.

The time has finally arrived! Follow our guide below to catch this unmissable fight - here's how to watch a Fury vs Wilder 3 live stream no matter where you are in the world...

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Free Fury vs Wilder live streams

For such a big ticket boxing event, it won't surprise you to know that most countries have only -pay-to-watch options for Fury vs Wilder III - see below for more details.

But we've scoured TV listings around the world and have found that Azteca 7 in Mexico, REN-TV in Russia, and PPTV in Thailand will have free-to-air coverage in those regions.

Outside that, the official broadcaster in Austria, Germany and Switzerland is sports streaming specialist DAZN. The great thing for fight fans in those countries is that there's a free DAZN trial if you haven't used the service below.

How to watch Fury vs Wilder 3 if you're away from your country

Below, we've rounded up ways to watch Fury vs Wilder 3 in various countries around the world. But if you're abroad and discover that your usual coverage is geo-blocked, then the only alternative that we know is to use a VPN to dial in to a country that does is showing the fight.

The software is perfect for this as it allows you to change your IP address and appear to be in a completely different location - and all through a safe, encrypted connection. Here's how to get started.

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Tyson Fury at a press conference prior to his 2021 fight with Deontay Wilder — (Image credit: Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc via Getty Images)

How to watch Fury vs Wilder 3: PPV price and live stream in the US

Fury vs Wilder 3 is a pay-per-view event in the US, which is being jointly promoted by Fox Sports and ESPN Plus. The Gypsy King and the Bronze Bomber are expected to start fighting around 11.30pm ET / 8.30pm PT.

It's an expensive fight for sure though, with the Fury vs Wilder 3 price set at $79.99 - way more than anywhere else in the world. And that fee applies whether or not you're an existing Fox Sports or ESPN subscriber.

If you do cough up the dough, you'll be able to live stream the fight on the Fox Sports or ESPN Plus app.

Fury vs Wilder 3 live stream: how to watch the fight in the UK

BT Sport is the place to watch Fury vs Wilder 3 in the UK, but as it's a PPV event you'll need to purchase it from the BT Sport Box Office, where it costs £24.95.

You'll have to prepare for a late one though, because Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder expected to make their ring walks no earlier than 4am BST (probably more like 4.30).

As well as via BT TV, Sky or Virgin, you can watch the event online, on the BT Sport Box Office app on iOS and Android, or via Chromecast and Airplay.

If you're outside the UK and want to tune in, it's simple to do with a handy tool – simply grab a VPN and follow the instructions above to live stream the action.

How to live stream Fury vs Wilder 3 for FREE in Europe

While Fury vs Wilder is PPV or bust in most countries, that's not the case in some major European nations where DAZN holds the fight rights.

So if you're a boxing fan in any of Austria, Germany or Switzerland, then get yourself over to the DAZN website and tune in for the main event at around 5.30am CET.

Even better news...you can actually watch absolutely FREE in those countries thanks to a 30-day free trial, that you can take advantage of if you've never had a subscription before.

How to watch Fury vs Wilder 3: live stream in Australia

It's PPV or bust in Australia too, with Fox's Kayo streaming service and Main Event showing Fury vs Wilder 3 Down Under.

The fight is priced at $59.95, and Fury and Wilder are expected to make their ring walks at around 2.30pm AEDT on Sunday afternoon - a positively sociable hour compared to other parts of the world.

As a streaming service, Kayo Sports has made a real name for itself as the flexible, reasonably priced alternative to pricier packages. Sign up for the Fury vs Wilder fight and you'll be able to watch across a range of devices, including your desktop web browser, iPhone, Android, Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, PS4 & 5, and selected Smart TVs.

Not in Australia right now? Use a VPN if you're away from home, in order to tap into your domestic coverage.

Live stream Wilder vs Fury live in New Zealand

Boxing fans based in New Zealand can watch Fury vs Wilder 3 over on Sky Arena.

As is the case elsewhere, it's a PPV affair, costing $39.95. Coverage begins at 2pm NZDT, ahead of the ring walks at around 4.30pm.

Anyone in New Zealand from abroad or vice-versa can use the VPN route outlined above to access their preferred coverage just like they would at home.

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Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder face-to-face at a press conference — (Image credit: Mikey Williams/Top Rank Inc/Getty Images)

Fury vs Wilder 3 undercard

Tyson Fury (c) vs Deontay Wilder
Efe Ajagba vs Frank Sánchez – Heavyweight
Robert Helenius vs Adam Kownacki – Heavyweight
Jared Anderson vs Vladimir Tereshkin – Heavyweight
Robeisy Ramirez vs Orlando Gonzalez
Edgar Berlanga vs Marcelo Esteban Coceres
Julian Williams vs Vladimir Hernandez
Rances Barthelemy vs TBA
Viktor Vykhryst vs Mike Marshall
Elvis Rodriguez vs Victor Vazquez
Bruce Carrington vs Cesar Cantu

Who won Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 2

Despite an enormous amount of weight gain and just two preparatory fights, Tyson Fury fought then-WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder for the first time in December 2018, being knocked down twice but otherwise looking the superior boxer.

The fight was, controversially, scored as a draw, but Fury dominated the rematch in February 2020, Wilder's corner throwing in the towel in Round 7 after their man had twice been knocked to the canvas.

The 6ft 7in Wilder later claimed that his 40lb ring-walk costume tired him out, that his water may have been spiked, and that Fury scratched his ears with something concealed within his glove.

Poster for Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3 — (Image credit: Sky)

Who is Tyson Fury?

Tyson "The Gypsy King" Fury is the undefeated WBC and The Ring heavyweight champion, and widely considered the lineal unified champion of the world.

The 32-year-old, who stands at a towering 6ft 9in, is one of the best pound-for-pound boxers in the world, and the only boxer to beat two champions with at least 10 successful title defences behind them.

He took the WBA, WBO IBO, IBF and The Ring titles off Wladimir Klitschko in 2015, but was forced to relinquish them due to a combination of factors, including contractual conflicts, doping violations and mental health issues.

Who is Deontay Wilder?

Deontay "The Bronze Bomber" Wilder is the former WBC heavyweight champion of the world, and is considered the most powerful puncher in the sport.

An astonishing 41 of the 35-year-old's 42 career victories have come by way of knockout, though his most famous knockdown punch was defied by Fury, who rose from the canvas in the final round of their first fight, having looked out for the count.

The man from Alabama was undefeated before Fury beat him in their rematch last year.

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The battle between the PS5 and Xbox Series X is underway and while things like exclusive games, high value services and console specs get a lot of attention when it comes to helping you decide which console to pick, it's important not to underestimate the significance of the controller that comes with it.

A controller can have a pretty significant effect on your experience of playing a game so it's worth paying attention to whether or not the console you're buying has one that suits you. Interestingly, Microsoft and Sony have tackled the controller problem a little differently this generation. While Microsoft has opted for refinement of its existing design, Sony has gone a little further by dropping the DualShock name and introducing new and exciting immersive features like haptic feedback and adaptive triggers.

Want to know how the two controllers stack up against one another, then? We’re putting the PS5 DualSense controller and Xbox Wireless Controller head-to-head, providing an in-depth comparison of the two latest-generation gamepads.

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PS5 DualSense controller vs Xbox Series X controller: price

Xbox Series X controller button close-up — (Image credit: Microsoft)

While the pricing for the Xbox Series X and PS5 consoles is pretty much a match, the controllers do differ slightly. The DualSense controller for PS5 costs $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$95.85, while the Xbox Wireless Controller's standalone price is $59.99 / £54.99 / AU$74.99.

It's worth nothing, though, that you can use all your existing Xbox One accessories on Xbox Series X/S, including older controllers. The same can't be said about the PS5, which only lets you use a DualShock 4 if you're playing a PS4 game via backwards compatibility while the DualSense cannot be used with a PS4 console at all.

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PS5 DualSense controller vs Xbox Series X controller: design

DualSense PS5 controller front-facing — (Image credit: Sony)

Both companies took different approaches to controller designs with this generation, with Sony doing away with the traditional DualShock design and Microsoft doubling down on improving their current design in subtle but important ways.

The immediate change from the past that you’ll notice with the PS5 DualSense controller is in its white color scheme–restricted to limited edition PlayStation controllers in the past–while the central part of the controller remains black. While the analog sticks are in the same place, the face buttons are now transparent which gives the controller a more premium look.

Elsewhere the touchpad returns, and the light strip that was embedded within it since the Dualshock 4’s mid-cycle revision is now positioned around the touchpad itself, almost framing it.

The ‘Share’ button has been replaced with the ‘Create’ button, which Sony says they are using to “pioneer new ways for players to create epic gameplay content to share with the world”.

The controller is also now charged via USB-C connection as opposed to the previous micro-USB. USB-C is becoming the new standard and means you’ll be able to charge your controller via the same cable you use for many Android phones, recent iPad Pros, MacBooks, or your Nintendo Switch.

That USB-C port can also be found on the Xbox Series X controller, although Microsoft’s changes are much more conservative. For one, a new ‘Share’ button has been added to the center of the controller, hopefully meaning we’ll no longer be digging through menus in the heat of battle to grab a clip.

The D-pad has also been switched out for a hybrid dish-style input that draws inspiration from the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller to allow more control over complex inputs that you might find in a fighting game for example.

There are also new textured grips on the triggers, that help prevent players from slipping in those tense battle royale encounters, and the general outline of the controller has been minimized to help smaller hands feel more comfortable when holding it.

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PS5 DualSense controller vs Xbox Series X controller: features

The Xbox Series X controller has a nifty feature under the hood that involves sending information from the controller to the console (and the TV through HDMI) more frequently to allow your actions to match up with frames on the screen.

That shaves milliseconds off of response times and is part of what the company is calling Dynamic Latency Input.

The controller works on the same Xbox Wireless Radio infrastructure of the Xbox One and continues to offer Bluetooth compatibility using Bluetooth Low Energy pairing to make switching devices instantaneous – something that is likely to be very helpful if you’re planning on streaming via Xbox Cloud Gaming to other devices you own.

Sony’s DualSense offers much more player-facing technology. While it too offers Bluetooth connectivity, the headline addition is haptic feedback and the adaptive triggers.

This technology, built into the game’s triggers and body, allows players to feel in-game actions like pulling back the string of a bow or driving through thick mud. It's extremely impressive, and can create some truly amazing sensations that help make games feel more immersive. It’ll be down to developers to implement the tech of course, but expect Sony first-party studios to adopt it regularly.

In addition, the DualSense has its own built-in microphone, and you can use this to talk with your friends online without the use of a gamepad.

One drawback to the DualSense that we have noticed is that while it has a bunch of great features, it also has a fairly mediocre battery life that isn't quite able to rival that of the Xbox Series X controller, which can use AA batteries or a 'play and charge' pack.

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Forspoken is the name of the new action RPG from Square Enix formerly known as ‘Project Athia’ coming exclusively to PS5 and PC in 2022.

Forspoken will have players to take on the role of Frey Holland (played by Ella Balinska), a fairly ordinary young woman who must harness her magical powers to survive what Square Enix calls a "thrilling, otherworldly adventure".

Square Enix first unveiled Forspoken at Sony’s PS5 games reveal in 2020 and the title remains a PS5 console exclusive. It’s hard to say whether Forspoken will eventually end up on the Xbox Series X too. But, at the time of writing, Forspoken appears to be a genuine PS5 exclusive, and won’t be available on PS4 or Xbox hardware.

After a long period of silence, we've been able to learn a little more about the game from September's PlayStation Showcase and Square Enix's Tokyo Game Show presentation. If you’re interested to learn more about Forspoken and what we might expect from the latest game from Square Enix, read on to find out everything we know so far.

Forspoken: what you need to know

What is Forspoken? A new action RPG from Square Enix
When is Forspoken coming out? Early 2022
What platforms will Forspoken release on? PS5 and PC

Forspoken release date

Forspoken Frey using magic in combat — (Image credit: Square Enix)

We don't know a great deal about Forspoken, but we do know we won't be getting our hands on Forspoken this year. Thanks to the PlayStation Showcase, however, we know that Forspoken will release in early 2022 for PlayStation 5 and PC, making it a PS5 console exclusive.

Forspoken trailers

The most recent look we've had at Forspoken happened during the PlayStation Showcase on September 9, 2021, giving fans a bit more insight into the game and its story, as well as protagonist Frey Holland.

We also know the game will launch sometime in early 2022 on both PS5 and PC. Check out the new trailer below.

This trailer for Forspoken revealed the game's official title and its targeted release window of 2022. This trailer gave us a sneak peek of the Forspoken's fast-paced, frenetic traversal and the gorgeous world it takes place in, along with some of Frey's magical abilities. Check it out below:

Forspoken (or as it was called then 'Project Athia') was announced during Sony's Future of Gaming 2020 showcase with a teaser trailer lasting just over one minute long.

The trailer gave us a very brief glimpse at Frey using some of her magical abilities, the world of Athia itself and some of the creatures we expect to encounter. Check it out below:

Although not what you'd expect from a typical Forspoken trailer, an AMD FSR trailer all about Forspoken was released in June 2021.

The primary aim of the trailer was to show how the new game will put AMD's graphics tech to use, but it also features some gameplay snippets from scenes we've already seen in previous trailers. One shows Frey making her way through a forest with her magical abilities, as well as fighting with a bear-like monster.

Forspoken story and gameplay

Details on Forspoken's gameplay are still thin, but there have been some details we've been able to glean from the trailers we've seen so far and from what Square Enix has confirmed.

The game received its own showcase during the Tokyo Game Show, during which members of its development team were able to shed a little more light on what we saw in the most recent trailer.

Previous trailers for Forspoken have already shown us that the game’s protagonist Frey will be able to use magic, and the game’s co-director Takefumi Terada said Frey’s learning to use “a wide variety of spells” will be a big part of the story.

Magic is also, as trailers have hinted, a key part of gameplay in terms of combat and traversal. Players will be able to use magic to directly attack enemies or set traps for them as well as perform “magic parkour”, covering huge distances over Athia, with Terada saying it “captures what makes our style of development at Luminous Productions so special.“ Controls aren’t going to be especially complicated by the sounds of it, as Terada also said that they want as many people as possible to enjoy the game. As such, it’ll only take one button to use magic to attack or to use parkour skills, while different button combinations will allow for different kinds of magic.

Getting from Frey to Z in style. 👍🏾 pic.twitter.com/iLUKCBYWunSeptember 22, 2021

Giving some insight into the main character of Frey Holland, creative producer Raio Mitsuno described her as a “smart but still slightly immature” 20 year-old woman living in New York who, having had a difficult upbringing, “doesn’t trust the world much” and uses sarcasm and humor to deflect from her vulnerability. He called her “a good person at heart” who is desperate to escape to New York. It’s at this point that Frey is transported to the mysterious world of Athia. Here, her arrival sets of a chain of events and the game’s main story begins, following Frey’s journey as she tries to find a way back home and learns to wield magic.

We also got a look at a talking bracelet in the trailer and it turns out it’s called Cuff. Cuff is another character in the game and while Mitsuno said it’ll be a while before we learn more about them, Cuff will be important to the game and the story, guiding Frey though her journey. Frey and Cuff are described as “two peas in a pod”, both saying “whatever they think.” As a result, they’re “constantly bickering” and will make small talk during Frey’s journey.

As far as Athia itself is concerned, it was a continent once at peace but now teeters on the brink of destruction, ruled by figures known as the Tantas. One of the Tantas that’s been confirmed is Tanta Sila. Described as one who “lives for the battlefield” and has “immense physical strength”, she is in charge of Athia’s defence. Each of the Tantas have been designed “with a specific virtue in mind”.

Forspoken news and rumors

Forspoken Frey using magic — (Image credit: Square Enix)

Tokyo Game Show 2021

Forspoken may have skipped E3 2021 but since then we’ve seen it twice: once during PlayStation’s September showcase and again during Square Enix’s October Tokyo Game Show presentations. The game received its own showcase during the Tokyo Game Show, during which members of its development team were able to shed a little more light on what we saw in the most recent trailer.

Co-director Takefumi Terada and creative producer Raio Mitsuno offered more details on the game's story, the world of Athia and how central a role magic will play in the game. They also touched on the Tantas, one of whom, Tanta Sila, is seen battling Frey in the trailer. The official Forspoken Twitter account posted a clearer image of the Tanta of strength, which can be seen below:

"Tanta Sila is the strongest and most formidable of all the Tantas".@Janina breathes life into the dictatorial Tanta Sila, who is known for indiscriminately crushing any person or thing that stands in her way. What does she have in store for Frey? pic.twitter.com/nOPzBN3YKISeptember 14, 2021

The team has “been working on polishing the graphics every day” and they're in peak production in the run up to the Spring 2022 release window.

Designed for PS5
According to Square Enix, Forspoken has been "designed specifically for the PlayStation 5, taking advantage of the new console’s power and features to create a game that feels like a true next-gen experience."

That means we're expecting Forspoken will feature DualSense controller support, meaning the game should feel even more immersive thanks to haptic feedback and adaptive triggers – however, these exact features haven't been confirmed yet.

It's likely that Forspoken will also feature 4K and higher frame rates (potentially up to 120fps). But, again, these exact details haven't been confirmed.

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It was inevitable really that Kim Kardashian West would take up the mantle to fill in the legendary, pinnacle Saturday night slot. Joined by musical guest, Halsey, here's how to watch Kim Kardashian on SNL and stream Saturday Night Live where you are.

Watch Kim Kardashian on SNL

When: Saturday, October 9

Time: 11.30pm ET / 8.30pm PT

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International streams: Global TV (CA) | Sky (UK) | Binge (Aus)

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Perhaps the most interesting host since Elon Musk stepped into the slot back in May, Kim Kardashian West is known for many things (not all good), with media personality, socialite, model, and businesswoman listed as her credentials.

On our screens for fourteen years as she thrust her family into the spotlight, Keeping Up with the Kardashians documented Kim and her sisters, Kourtney, Khloe, Kendall, and Kylie's lives, as well as 'momager' Kris Jenner, through every family upset, relationship breakdown, and controversial career choice.

With more than 257 million Instagram followers, love her or hate her it's fair to say many will be intrigued to see whether she can crack a joke. If all else fails, she'll have Halsey on hand, no stranger to the SNL stage, having both performed and hosted in the past.

One to go down in the SNL history books, here's how to watch Kim Kardashian on SNL online and stream the latest episode of Saturday Night Live season 47 from anywhere.

How to watch Kim Kardashian on SNL online: stream Saturday Night Live in the US

Kim Kardashian will host Saturday Night Live on Saturday, October 9 at 11.30pm ET / 8.30pm PT on NBC.

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How to watch Saturday Night Live online from outside your country

If you're abroad when new Saturday Night Live episodes air or you're trying to catch up, regional restrictions may prevent you from streaming SNL online.

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Kim Kardashian West arrives at the 2020 Vanity Fair Oscar Party — (Image credit: Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)

How to watch Saturday Night Live with Kim Kardashian online in the UK

New episodes of Saturday Night Live air the Sunday after its US broadcast in the UK. That means you can watch Kim Kardashian on SNL on Sunday, October 10 at 9pm BST. You'll need to be a Sky customer to watch SNL as it airs on Sky Comedy.

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WWE 2K22 is coming and its slogan is promising that it "hits different", suggesting that the series' hiatus period might have been just the thing to reinvigorate it. Fans will certainly be hoping that WWE 2K22 is a significant improvement over the disastrous WWE 2K20, which led to WWE 2K21 being canceled.

But what do we know about WWE 2K22 so far? Well, thanks to SummerSlam 2021, we know the game is expected to release in March 2022, bucking the series' October release trend.

We also know that when it does release, it'll feature new controls, updated graphics, and a redesigned engine. The game also uses a new facial scanning technology, and 2K claims that 85% of the in-game roster has taken part in having their likenesses scanned into the game.

WWE 2K22 will also include more than 3,400 new animations but more details about the game will be detailed in January 2022 in a full reveal. In the meantime, we've gathered everything we've learned so far about the game below for your perusal.

[Update: Could General Manager Mode be returning in WWE 2K22? Read on to find out more.]

WWE 2K22: cut to the chase

What is it? A WWE wrestling sim from 2K Games
When can I play it? March 2022
What can I play it on? No platforms have been announced, but we’d hazard a guess that WWE 2K22 will release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, Xbox One and PC.

WWE 2K22 release date and platforms

Edge performing his entrance pose in WWE 2K22 — (Image credit: 2K Games)

WWE 2K22 is definitely happening, but it won't be out this year. During SummerSlam 2021, 2K and developer Visual Concepts revealed that WWE 2K22 will release in March 2022, which goes against the game's usual October release date trend.

The game's release will line up with the run up to Wrestlemania, where WWE fandom is at fever pitch, but it means that the WWE Universe will have to wait a little longer before a proper wrestling game arrives. We hope, though, that this extra time will mean that when it releases WWE 2K22 might actually be a great wrestling game.

Why was WWE 2K21 canceled?

WWE screenshot in the ring — (Image credit: 2k Games)

Back in April 2020, 2K released a statement explaining the sudden cancellation of WWE 2K21, and how it planned to make WWE 2K22 the best game yet.

“We hear you and we know you want more from the franchise, so we are applying what we’ve learned to the next WWE 2K simulation game with a renewed focus on quality and fun,” the publisher said. “As part of that commitment, we are extending the production timeline and will not be releasing a WWE 2K simulation game in 2020. We want to ensure the development team can create a great game that will entertain grizzled WWE 2K veterans, as well as newcomers who want to climb through the ropes and step into the ring for the very first time.”

There are high hopes, then, that WWE 2K22 will be a return to form for the franchise, but also that it will dramatically improve upon previous entries, which have been rather lackluster.

WWE 2K22 trailers

We've rounded up all the WWE 2K22 trailers below for your viewing pleasure, including some interesting insights from the development team which show some of the game's new technology in action.

WWE 2K22 SummerSlam trailer

The second trailer for WWE 2K22 was unveiled at WWE SummerSlam, and showcased the game's new lighting engine. We also got a glimpse of some superstars who have been confirmed for the game, including Roman Reigns, Bobby Lashley and Kane.

WWE 2K22 teaser trailer

The first trailer for WWE 2K22 dropped during Wrestlemania 37 and stars a photorealistic-looking Rey Mysterio and Cesaro battling it out. We get to see Rey performing his famous "619" finisher, along with various close-ups of Rey's new character model.

WWE 2K22 roster

The WWE roster has changed more than in previous years, partly due to Covid-19 resulting in multiple layoffs. It means that the WWE 2K22 roster may not be nailed down just yet, and could offer a few surprises. The break in development means the roster could look quite different, which should help freshen things up.

Some debutants we’re likely to see include Dominik Mysterio and Angel Garza, with popular NXT wrestlers also making the cut. We’d also expect the usual legends to make an appearance, like The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin, as well as prominent superstars like Asuka and AJ Styles.

So far, we know these WWE superstars will be included in WWE 2K22:

Bayley
Bobby Lashley
Cesaro
Charlotte Flair
Drew McIntyre
Dolph Ziegler
Edge
Finn Bálor
Goldberg
Kane
Kofi Kingston
Rey Mysterio
Rhea Ripley
Ricochet
Roman Reigns
Sheamus
Shinsuke Nakamura
The Miz

WWE 2K22 news

WWE 2K22 It hits different — (Image credit: 2K Games)

General manager mode?

WWE 2K22 could see the return of fan favorite General Manager Mode, if a recent tease is anything to go by. The tease came from a from the official WWE 2K22 Twitter account which responded to a tweet suggesting it would be “cool if you could draft your own roster in 2K22” with a pretty teasing thinking face emoji.

🤔 https://t.co/4ckIciYnd7October 1, 2021

Admittedly, that's far from a confirmation that General Manager Mode will definitely be in the game but it’s enough to give fans hope. Especially following previous reports from SportsGamersOnline that General Manager Mode was seen as a "top priority" and would be in the game. It’s likely that if the mode is going to be in the game, fans probably shouldn’t expect to see anything officially confirmed before January 2022 when the full reveal is scheduled to take place.

Learning more in January 2022

2K games has confirmed that a full reveal will take place in January 2022 ahead of WWE 2K22's March release date. What exactly will be covered in the reveal isn't confirmed but it's likely that it'll be a chance to dive deeper into the finer details and improvements that have been made to the game in its longer development period, with 2K's announcement highlighting "new controls" and "incredible graphics" as well as "ultra-realistic and updated character models, and more than 3,400 new animations."

WWE 2K22 is "looking fantastic"
WWE 2K22 is reportedly "looking fantastic", according to Forbes' Brian Mazique. Mazique also said the game's control are "much cleaner" and that WWE 2K22 "feels like a wrestling fan's wrestling game."

While it's hard to take too much away from Mazique's comments, it's encouraging to hear that the game sounds like it's in good shape.

More WWE departures could affect final roster
WWE has released a number of high-profile superstars in recent months, which could shape the game's final roster. The likes of Braun Strowman, Aleister Black and Lana have all been let go this year, and recently WWE announced that Bray Wyatt and Ric Flair have also been released.

WWE has come to terms on the release of Bray Wyatt. We wish him the best in all his future endeavors. https://t.co/XIsUbaMUZ7 pic.twitter.com/koRuC3w1yrJuly 31, 2021

No Daniel Bryan?
There are rumors that Daniel Bryan might not appear in WWE 2K22. According to ScreenRant, wrestling writer Dave Meltzer has claimed in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that WWE has requested Bryan not appear in WWE 2K22's roster. This is amidst rumors that Bryan is considering signing with AEW. As these are only rumors at the moment, with neither WWE nor 2K confirming, they should be taken with a pinch of salt.

New entrance animations revealed
2K Games has shared another behind the scenes video, which shows some of the entrance animations in WWE 2K22. According to the the tweet from the WWE 2K22 devs Twitter account, there will be over 4,800 new or updated animations in the game.

We looked at the finest details when animating the WWE Superstars through their entrances and their moves, with over 4,800 new or updated animations in #WWE2K22. Who do the ones here belong to? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/5ZpC9im8p0June 15, 2021

A number of WWE superstars were released
WWE announced that a number of notable superstars have been released from its roster, but how will this impact the game? Household names such as Braun Strowman, Lana and Ruby Riott have all been axed, so it remains to be seen whether they will be included in WWE 2K22.

WWE has come to terms on the releases of Braun Strowman, Aleister Black, Lana, Murphy, Ruby Riott and Santana Garrett.WWE wishes them the best in all of their future endeavors. https://t.co/8bAQIFgA1M pic.twitter.com/b77AeeLuDnJune 2, 2021

WWE 2K22's cover stars have been chosen... by the fans
While we still don't know which WWE superstars will grace the game's cover quite yet, fans have had they say on who they'd like to see. In a poll by the WWE Fox Twitter account, fans voted for Drew McIntyre and Sasha Banks as the superstars they'd like to see on the box.

Will 2K Games agree with the fans selection? We'll have to wait and see.

We asked and you OVERWHELMINGLY voted @DMcIntyreWWE & @SashaBanksWWE as the cover Superstars for #WWE2k22! 🎮 pic.twitter.com/QpFC4DAlfmMay 12, 2021

WWE 2K22 features thousands of new animations and mo-cap studio
WWE 2K22 will feature over 4,800 new animations for this year's entry, which is over a thousand more than usual. Patrick Gilmore, one of the game dev's, said that the team was continuing to add more as the game is developed.

We also got to see the game's new mo-cop studio in action, and Gilmore revealed that it's two times bigger, which means the team can seamlessly capture moves, entrances and elaborate cutscenes that take place in and out of the ring.

WWE 2K22 has new face-scanning technology
WWE 2K22 will use an all-new face-scanning rig that’s equipped with 80 high-resolution cameras that allow Visual Concepts to create high-precision 3D sculpts of the superstars. The clip below shows WWE stars Booker T and Ric Flair enter the contraption – which looks like Darth Vader’s personal chambers – and pull various faces as they get scanned by the cameras.

To make #WWE2K22 Hit Different, we built a brand new scanning rig, with 80 high resolution cameras and all-new software to map everything to a high-precision 3D sculpt. Can you dig it, sucka? WOOO! pic.twitter.com/a33bIxhoDoMay 19, 2021

WWE 2K22: what we’d like to see

WWE Brock Lesnar — (Image credit: 2K Games)

While many wrestling game veterans would like to see WWE 2K22 build upon the rock-solid foundations that games like WWF No Mercy established, most people are clamoring for popular modes that were axed from previous games, like GM Mode from Smackdown vs Raw 2006.

GM Mode let you sign wrestlers, book shows and create feuds, and players were awarded ratings based on how exciting the matches were. In a post on the official 2K forums, which asked fans for their top three requests (which not everyone stuck to), GM Mode was a prominent request.

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