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Ekos is both a new and an old concept, created by a newbie comics player teaming up with a long-time player who is actually a veteran player. That may seem confusing, but it’s Comics 2024. Everyone is working together to create a new universe. But let’s take a closer look: Echos is a new universe inspired by the art and creations of Michael Turner and Geoff Johns, and produced by Marvel Studios founder David Maisel. Turner was a much-loved artist who tragically passed away in 2008. He left behind a rich body of work and several ideas that were never…
With the re-release of all Star Wars comics in the coming months, Charles Soule’s Skywalker Saga remains a fantastic example of how to breathe new life into famous and timeless characters. Star Wars Volume 8: The Sith and the Skywalker is another fantastic installment in the monthly Star Wars series, and a reason to purchase this collection even for casual fans interested in well-written characters and beautiful art. This chapter, which covers issues #42 through #55 and the Free Comic Book Day title, challenges Luke Skywalker’s journey as he prepares for his inevitable showdown with Darth Vader. Without the skills…
Apple unveiled four new iPhones on Monday: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. As expected, the updates are mostly iterative: The standard models adopt the programmable action buttons from last year’s Pro line, slightly improved battery life, and updated camera modules that are stacked vertically instead of at an angle.Meanwhile, the Pro phones feature larger displays with slimmer bezels, improved battery life, and some camera upgrades, including 5x optical zoom and a sharper ultra-wide camera for the smaller Pro. The standard models run on Apple’s new A18 silicon, while the Pro models…
At the “It’s Glowtime iPhone 16” launch event on Monday, Apple unveiled the new generation AirPods 4. Last year, when Apple equipped the iPhone 15 with a USB-C connector, it also equipped the second-generation AirPods Pro charging case with a USB-C connector. Apple is sticking with this version for now, but the high-end earphones are expected to get a ton of new hearing features in a software update this fall. The AirPods Max also received some updates, but the AirPods 4 was the only all-new audio device. When it comes to the new earbuds, perhaps the most notable feature is…
In today’s rapidly changing comic industry, two universal truths remain. The first is that Dog Man is the defining comic of our time. The second is that more people are reading manga and webtoons (also known as vertical scrolling comics) than ever before. That’s why we at The Comics Beat have decided to embark on a new adventure: Beat’s Bizarre Adventures. Every week, three writers will recommend their favorite books and series from Japan, Korea, and other countries. This week, we’ll be introducing forgotten magical girl classics, adult dramas about toxic female friendships, and of course, (The original editor of…
Marvel Comics has revealed a variety of covers to celebrate the release of Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics. Art by Bengus will be featured across a variety of Marvel titles.MARVEL vs. CAPCOM VARIANT COVERS spotlights the following characters:Captain America Cyclops Doctor Doom Iron Man Psylocke Rogue Spiderman Storm Thanos Venom WolverineCheck it out below!NEW YORK, NY — September 9, 2024 — In conjunction with the release of MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics this month, Marvel Comics is proud to announce that in December, a new variant cover line will feature artist Bengus’ original Marvel vs. Capcom…
September is here and the annual iPhone event is fast approaching. Apple is expected to unveil the latest models in the iPhone 16 series at the event in Cupertino today. We’re also expecting a new Apple Watch and AirPods, and we’ll have more details on the changes coming to iOS 18 later this year. If you missed the announcement live, Engadget is here to tell you all about it. Here’s everything announced so far from Apple’s iPhone 16 event.Apple Watch Series 10 appleApple today introduced the Apple Watch Series 10, a natural predecessor to last year’s Series 9. It boasts…
It’s time for the latest issue of Quantum! Issue 9 of the bi-monthly British sci-fi anthology features the fantastic WesterNoir on the cover. This issue concludes the current WesterNoir storyline. Issue #9 sees the belated return of Memphis, an alternative reality Egyptian political thriller that delves even deeper into mythological elements. The aforementioned ‘Westernoire’ comes to a bloody and thrilling conclusion, while ‘The Strange Return of Peter Thomson’ takes an unusually animal-focused turn and has some genuinely thought-provoking moments. The Clockwork Cavalier begins his new adventure here in all his clockpunk glory (yes, clockpunk actually exists!). Now, speaking of Quantum,…
We probably won’t have to wait too long to get all the official details about the PlayStation 5 Pro, as Sony has announced that the PlayStation 5 tech presentation will be streamed on the PlayStation YouTube channel on September 10 at 11am ET.All indications make it clear that this is the official reveal of the PS5 Pro. PS5 lead designer Mark Cerny will host the stream, which will focus on “PS5 and gaming tech innovation.” This comes just days after Sony teased a redesigned PS5 with images that matched various PS5 Pro leaks. The company was also expected to unveil…
DC Comics is ramping up its new All In initiative, which kicks off with DC All in Special #1, by handing out Justice League membership cards, which fans can pick up at participating comic shops throughout the month of October and the first week of November.The 2.125″ x 3.3125″ cards are based on designs that debuted in DC All In Special, marking the card’s first appearance in current DC canon. The back of each card features a QR code that fans can use to access exclusive previews of upcoming issues, behind-the-scenes materials, including character designs.Fans who purchase four different DC…