Image: Kojima Productions The 2024 edition of Tokyo Game Show took place over the weekend, and one of the highlights was a presentation from Death Stranding 2 studio Kojima Productions. And it included a few interesting details about the weird-as-hell sequel, which the developer has helpfully split up into a series of clips in lieu of a traditional trailer. They feature some of the new characters joining the cast, some dialogue that makes little sense out of context, as well as what looks like a completely ridiculous photo mode to play around with. The first includes some returning faces played by Norman Reedus and Léa Leydoux, and also provides a proper introduction to one of the stranger elements of DS2: a physic medium who has been turned into a marionette,... Continue reading…

Apple could unveil a new operating system to power several new products. BGR readers are no strangers to homeOS. Since 2021, Apple has been teasing this possible software with job listings and even code references. However, after 9to5Mac's Filipe Espósito revealed that Apple is working on a squared-display "HomeAccessory" with an A18 chip for AI, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman corroborated this finding and provided more details about this future homeOS update. Codenamed J490, this product currently features a built-in camera for FaceTime and other video conferencing apps and can identify hand gestures from a distance. Interestingly enough, this rumored product is like an "entry-level" model of the tabletop device (codenamed J595) that Apple is also rumored to introduce with a price tag of around $1,000. Interestingly, Gurman says the entry-level device discovered by Espósito could be released as soon as next year, as Cupertino could bring Apple Intelligence to its home devices with this one. Here's what the journalist says about these prototypes and possible software: Both of the new products are considered collaborations between Apple’s artificial intelligence and home device hardware engineering groups. The low-end smart display is designed to run apps like Calendar, Notes and Home, and will include an interface optimized for controlling home appliances and quickly seeing information. When developing prototypes, Apple imagined the device magnetically attaching to walls or sitting atop a desk. What's homeOS, and why it matters so much The M4 iPad Pro connected to an external display. Image source: Apple Inc. homeOS is Apple's possible new software for everything home-related. With that, the company could rebrand tvOS as this new software or even create a sub-branch of tvOS to run more specific home products, such as tabletop devices, HomePods, and other smart home products. Suppose Apple makes this change (whether rebranding tvOS or just adding new software). In that case, it will show how serious the company is about this new field, in addition to developing exclusive features for new products. When Apple switched from iOS to iPadOS, the iPad started receiving exclusive functions (Stage Manager, Universal Control, Apple Pencil support, etc). The same happened when Apple TVs got their own software and App Store. That being said, homeOS could offer a similar pathway, and, of course, WWDC could be the stage for this announcement. These are all the products that could run this new system Apple has a few unreleased products that could take advantage of this software, including: HomePod with a display: Several reports highlight a possible HomePod with a display, which would be an improvement over the current generation. It could ultimately display weather and music data, etc.; Squared display with HomePod combo: Espósito's finding reveals that Apple could soon launch this product with a squared display, tabletop arms, built-in camera, and Apple Intelligence; Premium tabletop: Gurman reveals that Apple is developing this $1,000 product as a premium alternative to the Amazon Echo Show. In addition to these products, homeOS could even power future Apple TV and HomePod models. It could also be the start of Apple Intelligence on Apple products at home. BGR will keep following the latest rumors about this unreleased software in addition to these possible new products. Don't Miss: Apple’s mysterious homeOS referenced again in tvOS 17, and I think it might debut soon The post homeOS rumors reveal big plans for Apple smart home devices appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: Early Prime Day sales, $189 Apple Watch SE, Philips OneBlade 360, Crest 3D Whitestrips, more Today’s deals: $189 AirPods Pro, $50 DASH air fryer, $4.50 iPhone chargers, $99 DEWALT drill bundle, more Today’s deals: Pitaka iPhone 16 cases, $10 off Starbucks coffee, $199 iPad 9, $36 Dreo space heater, more Best Apple deals for September 2024

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After a few legal battles over Graceland, including an alleged fallout with her grandmother Priscilla Presley, Riley Keough emerged as sole trustee and owner of the famous estate, which her celebrity grandad Elvis Presley acquired in the late ‘50s. The 35-year-old is settling into her latest responsibility after the death of her mother, Lisa Marie Presley, and is assuring fans of the Presley household that the historic property is in safe hands. Like the matriarchs before her, Riley intends to preserve Graceland for more years. Riley Keough is also preserving memories for Graceland now Riley Keough Lisa marie/Instagram Riley is not only preserving Graceland, but she is also making sure her mother’s legacy and memory outlive her, as she is set to release Lisa Marie’s posthumous memoir From Here to the Great Unknown, in October. She put effort into completing the book, thanks to tapes left by Lisa Marie before her passing. Excerpts from the memoir have offered a glimpse into Lisa Marie’s personality beyond the spotlight, proving that the book will bring life to her person and experiences— just like Riley intends. In her words, Riley wants to showcase Lisa Marie as a mother and a child to one of history’s most famous musicians. Riley Keough/Instagram Riley Keough documents Lisa Marie Presley’s relationship with Elvis Presley Lisa Marie was just 9 when Elvis died in 1977, but she did make wholesome memories with the rock star. Riley has done a good job of compiling these moments into the memoir, which has an adorable photo of Elvis holding Lisa Marie as a baby. From Here to the Great Unknown also reflects Lisa Marie’s relationship with her kids and how open she was with Riley. Riley Keough Lisa Marie Presley/Instagram In the spirit of passing on legacies, Riley also looks forward to when her daughter Tupelo will read the book. Riley, who is married to stuntman Ben Smith-Petersen, acknowledged the privilege of coming from a family line with well-documented stories and hopes to keep the tradition alive. Next up: Kurt Cobain’s Daughter Is Now A Mom After Giving Birth To Baby Boy The post Riley Keough Reveals Goal As Graceland’s Newest Owner appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

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