Apple users eager for a smarter, more capable Siri will have to hold on a little longer. The company’s much-anticipated overhaul of its voice assistant—dubbed Siri 2.0—has officially been delayed, with some of its most powerful AI-driven features now expected to roll out in 2026. This news, confirmed by Apple on Friday, represents a significant shift in the company’s AI roadmap, with key functionality no longer slated to arrive alongside iOS 18 later this year....

Relive one of the most exciting seasons of anime in recent years withAttack on Titan, Season 3, Part 1, now available on Blu-ray through FUNimation. This lore-heavy season reveals a ton of important facts in the story’s mysterious mythology while also factoring in intense action, political intrigue, and unforgettable characters. It’s worth a watch for Kenny the Ripper alone, but there’s so,somuch more to enjoy here. And in addition to our review ofAttack on TitanSeason 3, Part 1, we’ve rounded up a trio of sports drama anime titles in preparation for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo....

It has been nearly four years since we last sawAziz Ansari’s acclaimed Netflix comedyMaster of None, and while some feared the show had been cancelled after its second season in the wake of a 2018 sexual misconduct allegation against Ansari, a new report claims it is, in fact, returning to the streaming service for Season 3. The report comes from UK-based comedy websiteChortle, which not only claims that Season 3 will take place in London, but adds thatStar Wars: The Rise of SkywalkeractressNaomi Ackiehas joined the cast, and likely as Ansari’s new love interest....

Vikings and their exploits have long been the stuff of legend, and in terms of video games, these famous seafaring people function as both charismatic heroes and fearsome opponents. Norse mythology’s rich tapestry of warring realms, Æsir gods, and rugged, frosty terrain provides a fascinating backdrop for gamers to explore, conquer, and enjoy. The following games serve as the high water mark for skillful incorporation of Viking characters and the adventurous spirit they embody....

Fans of theBill and Tedfranchise were elated to learn with the release ofBill and Ted Face the Musicthis summer that the long-awaited sequel did not suck. In fact,Bill & Ted 3turned out to be one of the best films of the year, offering a message of hope and compassion for one’s fellow human that the worldreallyneeded this year. But thelong road to gettingBill and Ted 3madewas full of stops and starts, and in the end the sequel had to be made on a very tight budget despite the fact thatKeanu ReevesandAlex Winterreprised their starring roles as the titular dudes....

It looks likeChloe Zhao’sEternalswill retain their crown as the most powerful beings at the box office, projected to remain at on top with a $27 million second weekend. The film is easily set to clear $100 million over the course of ten days, with its $71 million opening weekend still standing at the fourth highest opening in over a year, despite the film’s lackluster standing with critics. If the projections pan out accurately,Eternalswill have suffered a sixty-two percent drop in its sophomore weekend — a steeper drop than the fifty-two percent of Marvel’s last theatrical outing,Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings....

I’ll take aChris Messinaperformance in any genre, but as a diehard horror fan, I wouldn’t mind seeing him do more films in that realm. While 2020’sShe Dies Tomorrowis a genre-bending movie with horror touches, there’s a 13-year gap betweenThe Boogeymanand Messina’s last film that falls squarely in the horror genre, 2010’sDevil, theM. Night Shyamalan-produced movie about a group of people trapped in an elevator. In that one, Messina plays the detective investigating the spooky happenings going down in the elevator, butThe Boogeymanhas him going head-to-head with the film’s evil entity himself....

There’s no rest for The Man without Fear.Daredevilhas been the most popular among the Netflix Marvel series, and he’s on pace to feature in one show per year (Season 1 aired in 2015, Season 2 aired in 2016, andThe Defendersis due out this year). He’s also showing no signs of slowing down. DaredevilstarCharlie Coxrecently went on the podcastFilm and Telly Stuff[viaCS] and confirmed that he’s going to shoot the third season of the show later this year....

Marvel’sDoctor Strangemay be all about the magic, but their science-based competition “The Magic of STEM” is anything but. The program, which has just announced the grand prize winner among a handful of finalists, “sought to inspire young girls to work with a mentor to explore the wonders of science and technology and, in turn, to teach and inspire others.” Girls nationwide, ages 15 – 18, in grades 10 -12, were invited to think of their favorite, or most vexing, scientific or technological question and then to find a mentor to help them explore the secrets and mysteries behind their questions....

Mexican-born directorAlfonso Cuarónhas attained a powerful legacy over the years as being one of the most critically acclaimed and beloved directors of the 21st century. He has had a hand in some of the most prestigious and beloved films of the era, with his distinct filmmaking voice lending itself to a wide number of different genres and concepts, each more varied and beautiful than the last. He has personally received 11 Academy Award nominations, winning four of them, including two wins for Best Director, cementing his status as a modern-day auteur....

AsDanDaDanreturns to streaming with its second season, Funko has increased the hype for this series by releasing a new collection based on the anime. Four characters have been given the Pop! Vinyl treatment, with one receiving a chase variant. These figures are now available for pre-order and will be shipped before the end of the year. According to the Funko site,Momo Ayase,Seiko Ayase,Turbo Granny, andOkarunhave their own Pop! Figures, with a listed price of $14....

Universal Orlando Resort has announced some major new details for a brand new attraction. We knew Universal Orlando was working on a newFast & Furious – Superchargedride, similar to the one that’s already operating at the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park, but now we know how Universal Orlando’s version will differ. For the first time ever, Tej (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges) and Mia (Jordana Brewster) will join the attraction, which also includes Dom (Vin Diesel), Letty (Michelle Rodriguez), Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson), Roman (Tyrese Gibson), and Owen Shaw (Luke Evans)....

In 2017,Loganwas hailed as a serious drama that happened to feature a character with superpowers. It had the benefit of the Wolverine character, but it gave fans of the superhero genre a dead-serious movie about people living with the tough choices they’ve made and trying to atone for those choices. I can’t help but wonder if people who enjoyedLoganwill come toFast Color, another drama about characters with superpowers but without the benefit of theX-MenIP....