To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the philanthropic division of the actors’ union is collaborating with Heritage Auctions. On May 3rd and 4th, they are organizing “The Actors Auction,” a two-day appraisal event that takes place in the lobby of SAG-AFTRA’s Los Angeles headquarters. Any funds raised during this upcoming auction will be donated to the SAG-AFTRA Foundation.
Now, Netflix viewers watching shows and films on their televisions can effortlessly switch between the numerous (over 30) languages offered in Netflix’s library for dubbing and subtitles. Before this change, when using Netflix on a television, you had access to only a few languages (including the one set as your default), whereas on mobile devices and web browsers, the complete range of languages has always been accessible. Earlier, Netflix would display 5-7 appropriate languages on TVs and streaming devices linked to TVs based on your location and language preferences.
Starting on Wednesday afternoon, users can access CNBC+’s live-streaming business news content from the U.S., Europe, and Asia on both Apple TV and Roku devices. This service, which includes a library of past U.S. shows, is available for purchase with a monthly subscription fee of $14.99.
This year, the Far East Film Festival is preparing to turn the Italian city of Udine into a bustling Asian cultural center once more, offering its largest edition ever. Over 75 films from 11 different countries will be featured, including 7 world debuts, 15 international premieres, 20 European premieres, and 19 Italian first-viewings.
At the current Nintendo Direct presentation, they’ve confirmed that the successor to the Nintendo Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2, is set for release on June 5, 2025. Interestingly, this means it’s only two months from now—a delightful surprise since there were predictions of a later launch, potentially not until 2026.
The new feature on the Nintendo Switch app, called Zelda Notes, will assist players in locating notable spots within games and exchanging QR codes of user-generated items (such as those found in Tears of the Kingdom), allowing other gamers to replicate them in their own versions. This tool can help discover hidden Shrines and Korok Seeds and provide directions via voice navigation for easy navigation. As demonstrated in the promotional video, Zelda Notes offers access to voice memories, photo editing, sharing inventory items and blueprints, as well as daily bonuses without requiring a Nintendo Online Subscription. However, it is necessary to have a smart device capable of downloading the Nintendo Switch app to utilize this feature.
The new Switch 2 LCD screen measures 7.9 inches, making it larger than its previous version, yet the overall dimensions of the device remain the same as the original Switch in terms of thickness. The screen improvement offers a resolution of 1080p in handheld mode and features an adjustable kickstand and two USB-C ports – one on top and another at the bottom. In docking mode, the Switch 2 will support 4K resolution (fixed at 60fps), although some titles may run up to 120fps when not in 4K. The upgraded dock includes a built-in fan for cooling purposes.
As I traverse across this colossal Nintendo Switch 2, I find myself exploring its surface, encountering tiny info signs detailing the console’s intriguing aspects. Along the way, I engage in mini-games designed to highlight the console’s unique features – for instance, a golf match that showcases the mouse control functionality, and another where I shake virtual maracas, demonstrating interactive demos at work. These informative signs not only explain what each feature does but also visually demonstrate their application in action.
The following games are set for an update: Metroid Prime 4, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, along with others.
According to Nintendo’s confirmation, the game cards for Switch 2 will maintain the same dimensions and form as those for Switch 1, but there are some noticeable changes. The most apparent alteration is that these new cards are red instead of black. Additionally, they boast a significantly quicker data-reading speed.