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Apple introduces the powerful new iPad Pro M5

Unlocks faster AI, next-level graphics, blazing wireless performance

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Apple has unveiled the new iPad Pro M5. It delivers the biggest leap in AI performance ever for iPad. With a next-generation GPU featuring a Neural Accelerator in each core, M5 makes the new iPad Pro up to 3.5x faster than M4 and 5.6x faster than M1 for AI tasks.

Built for AI-driven creativity

With M5, iPad Pro brings AI workflows to a new level. The 10-core GPU architecture with Neural Accelerators boosts AI performance up to 3.5x faster than M4. It accelerates image generation in Draw Things and video masking in DaVinci Resolve.

The faster 16-core Neural Engine powers Apple Intelligence features like Image Playground and enables developers to run large on-device models using the Foundation Models framework.

M5 also integrates a third-generation ray-tracing engine. It provides up to 1.5x faster 3D rendering than the previous iPad Pro. It’s also up to 6.7x faster than M1. It’s ideal for design, gaming, and creative apps like Octane X, Final Cut Pro, and Adobe Illustrator.

Smarter performance and seamless multitasking

The M5 chip delivers a major upgrade across the board — faster CPU cores, 30% more memory bandwidth, and 2x faster storage speeds. The 256GB and 512GB models now start with 12GB of unified memory, giving users more headroom for multitasking, AI model processing, and heavy creative projects.

With over 150GB/s of unified memory bandwidth, users can render, edit, and game smoothly, while fast charge support powers the device up to 50% in around 30 minutes using a high-wattage USB-C adapter.

Advanced connectivity and design

The C1X modem brings up to 50% faster cellular data and 30% lower power use compared to the previous generation. The new N1 chip enables Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, improving AirDrop, Personal Hotspot, and smart home connectivity.

Available in 5.1mm (13-inch) and 5.3mm (11-inch) thickness, iPad Pro remains Apple’s thinnest device. The Ultra Retina XDR display with tandem OLED technology offers 1600 nits peak HDR brightness and 1000 nits sustained brightness. A nano-texture glass option reduces glare for color-critical workflows, while Adaptive Sync enables smoother 120Hz performance on external displays.

Powered by iPadOS 26 and designed for the future

The new iPadOS 26 introduces a redesigned interface, an all-new windowing system, and Liquid Glass effects that react dynamically to user input. It also adds the Preview app for PDF editing, a supercharged Files app, and more automation with Shortcuts and Live Translation powered by Apple Intelligence.

Accessories like Apple Pencil Pro, Magic Keyboard, and Smart Folio expand what users can do on iPad Pro — from illustration to professional editing and multitasking.

Built with 30% recycled content, the iPad Pro meets Apple’s 2030 carbon-neutral goals, featuring 100% recycled aluminium in the enclosure, rare earth elements in magnets, and cobalt in the battery.

Price and availability

The new iPad Pro with M5 will be available starting October 22, priced from SGD 1,499 for the 11-inch Wi-Fi model and SGD 1,999 for the 13-inch Wi-Fi model.

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Silksong is getting its first major expansion next year

The expansion is called Sea of Sorrow.

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I still can’t believe that Hollow Knight: Silksong came out this year. After years of just waiting for the mythical title, it’s surreal to have it in my library. Now, barely waiting to catch their breath, Team Cherry is already working hard towards the next content drop, starting with Silksong DLC.

Just like the original Hollow Knight, Silksong is getting free DLCs to expand its story. The upcoming Sea of Sorrow DLC will be the game’s “first big expansion.”

The expansion’s trailer barely shows anything about the new content, besides vague allusions to what’s coming. At the very least, Team Cherry has confirmed, both via the announcement and the accompanying poster, that Sea of Sorrow will be nautical-themed.

It will feature new locations, new tools, and new enemies. By itself, Silksong is already a huge game. Adding more content then is a massive undertaking. Plus, Team Cherry says that this is just the first expansion, hinting at more coming in the future.

Sea of Sorrow will launch in 2026.

Besides the new expansion, the studio is also working on a Nintendo Switch 2 update for the original Hollow Knight. It will add higher framerates, resolutions, and more graphical effects. PC players will also get some upgrades to support larger screens.

The Switch 2 update, which will be free for those who already own the original game, will also launch next year.

SEE ALSO: Hollow Knight: Silksong finally releases on September 4

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Supergirl gets its first teaser trailer

Milly Alcock stars as the titular character.

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Before the new year starts, it’s already fair to assume that Supergirl might be one of the most anticipated movies of 2026. Premiering a year after the globally successful Superman, Supergirl will see the adventures of Clark Kent’s superpowered cousin, Kara Zor-El. Now, the next film in the sage finally has a teaser trailer.

As James Gunn mentioned previously, Supergirl will be based on Tom King’s Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. Off traveling to other planets to party, Kara finds herself thrust back into the role of being a hero after a young girl named Ruthye Mary Knoll asks her for help.

Though the teaser trailer is mostly a montage of scenes, we already know what we can expect. According to Gunn, Supergirl will be tonally different from Superman, and we see this in the trailer.

However, we can still see influences from Gunn including the usage of “Call Me” by Blondie for the trailer. Also, the film’s space scenes look like they can fit right in with Guardians of the Galaxy.

Still, that’s what we have, and we’re excited. Supergirl will premiere on June 26, 2026.

The film will be directed by Craig Gillespie (Cruella). Milly Alcock plays the titular character. Meanwhile, she will star alongside Eve Ridley as Ruthye Mary Knoll.

SEE ALSO: Superman sequel, titled Man of Tomorrow, comes out in 2027

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HONOR Magic8 Pro launches in Dubai

Price, preorder perks, availability

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The HONOR Magic8 Pro, HONOR’s latest flagship smartphone, has been officially launched Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Customers can place preorders starting December 11 across UAE via the HONOR Online Store, Sharaf DG, Emax, Ecity, Jumbo, Virgin Megastore, Amazon, Carrefour, e&, Eros, Noon, and Lulu.

The pricing are as follows:

  • 12GB+512GB (Sunrise Gold, Sky Cyan, Black): AED 3,999
  • 16GB+1TB (Sunrise Gold, Black): AED 4,699

Those who preorder will get the following as part of a preorder gift package worth AED 2,299:

  • HONOR VIP Care+ with 12-month damage protection
  • 3-month Google AI Pro trial
  • HONOR Watch5 Ultra

HONOR Magic8 Pro: AI imaging, mobile intelligence, creator-focused tech

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The introduction of the HONOR Magic8 Pro reinforces the company’s leadership in AI Imaging, mobile intelligence, and creator-focused technology.

The phone boasts of groundbreaking on-device AI innovations, including Low-bit Quantization Technology for AI Models and Next-Generation Hybrid Retrieval Technology.

Powering the Pro model is the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 mobile platform. It is the first phone in UAE to have the processor.

HONOR’s agentic AI capabilities and Qualcomm’s mobile platforms make it possible for the device to be more efficient and packed with computing power.

The phone also comes with a 7100mAh Silicon-carbon battery. More advanced features include the AI Button, AI Search, and AI Documents, all designed to enhance productivity and support AI-driven workflows.

For its camera package, the HONOR Magic8 Pro has a 200MP AI Ultra Night Telephoto camera and an upgraded AI Ultra Night Portrait mode.

The device also introduces AI Magic Color and a new AI Editor, enabling refined color optimization and on-device creative adjustments.

For more of the innovations on the HONOR Magic8 Pro, read: HONOR reveals 1st images of Magic8 Pro, introduces new AI technologies

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