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Akamai stock rose after a mixed Q1 2026 report (EPS $1.61 on $1.07B revenue, vs estimates of $1.60 and $1.10B), with higher guidance and a Buy upgrade from Craig-Hallum sending the shares higher in premarket trading; analysts maintain a Moderate Buy with an average target around $142, highlighting upside potential.
Amazon will sunset software support for Kindle and Kindle Fire devices released in 2012 or earlier on May 20, ending the ability to download new content from the Kindle Store (existing titles remain readable; Send to Kindle and Libby/OverDrive integrations will stop). Amazon is offering a 20% discount toward a new Kindle plus a $20 e-book credit valid through June 20. Affected models include several 2011–2012 Kindles and Fire tablets. Options include upgrading to the newer Kindle (2024) or Kobo Clara BW, or trading in old devices through Amazon’s program (values may be low). Some users can sideload DRM-free titles, but this isn’t ideal. Security/maintenance costs and e-waste concerns accompany the sunset, which affects a subset of users (~less than 3%).
Nintendo released a Switch 2 Edition upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, delivering up to 4K and 60fps in TV mode and up to 60fps in handheld mode. The upgrade (from Switch 1) costs £4.19/$4.99 and is available now on the eShop, with a physical Switch 2 edition launching April 16. No new content beyond performance improvements is included, continuing Nintendo’s pattern of Switch 2 upgrades for select titles.
Nintendo released a Switch 2 Edition upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, available now as a paid patch (about $5/€5) that boosts framerate to 60fps and improves resolution on Switch 2. The upgrade applies to existing copies and will swap to the Switch 2 edition on physical releases, sparking mixed reactions over paid upgrades and hopes for similar upgrades to the rest of the Xenoblade lineup.
Hollow Knight’s Nintendo Switch 2 Edition offers a free upgrade that improves performance and visuals on Switch 2, delivering up to 4K (dock) / 1080p (handheld) and 120fps options, along with reduced input delay and enhanced lighting and color. While changes are incremental and not transformative for every player, many will notice crisper visuals and a more responsive feel, making a replay or new run feel more polished—especially on handheld.
Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition arrives on PS5 with higher frame rates and resolution; PS4 owners can upgrade to the PS5 version for free, though copies claimed via PS Plus aren’t eligible. The update also brings refinements across platforms, with Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S versions receiving similar upgrades.
Digimon Story Time Stranger on Switch will get a free Switch 2 upgrade that updates its visuals to the Switch 2 standard when you update on the newer console. On Switch 2 you can pick Quality (4K HDR, up to 30FPS docked) or Performance (Full HD, up to 60FPS) and those options don’t carry back to the original Switch. The Switch 2 version is a Game-Key Card while the original Switch release remains physical; Bandai Namco notes a July launch, and Tales of Arise is also coming to Switch 2 in May.
HSBC upgrades Palantir (PLTR) to Buy after the company posted stronger-than-expected results and provided positive guidance, highlighting rising US commercial revenue and lifting its price target to $205; shares slipped in premarket trading as investors digested the news.
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) is set to report Q4 2025 after market close, with William Blair analyst Louie DiPalma upgrading the stock to Outperform citing strong momentum and an attractive entry point after a 30% pullback. He notes continued government and commercial demand, a valuation fair relative to recent AI funding rounds, and a positive setup despite near-term volatility. Wall Street’s consensus remains a Moderate Buy with about 30% upside to a $189.94 price target.
Microsoft Q2 FY2026 beat expectations with revenue up 16.8% and EPS up 24% YoY, led by 39% Azure growth and a roughly $625B AI-driven backlog. Despite a ~10% stock drop and high OpenAI concentration, the shares trade about 10% below peers with a ~28x P/E, prompting a Strong Buy upgrade as temporary capex and capacity constraints mask the long‑term AI-led upside.
Metaphor: ReFantazio's digital 'Guidebook Edition' is now available on PS5 and PS4, bundling a 55-page strategy guide, soundtrack, art book, and two sets of DLC costumes. It costs $79.99 / £65.99 as a standalone, with a $14.99 upgrade for players who already own the base game digitally; Digital Anniversary Edition owners can access the Guidebook content for free.
Apple is reminding users to upgrade their Home App to comply with new requirements, amidst ongoing privacy and data tracking policies. The article also discusses general privacy policies and restrictions on automated access to content.
Windows 11 Pro is currently on sale for $9.97, down from $199, offering a cost-effective upgrade for Windows 10 users as support for Windows 10 ends in October 2025, with benefits including improved interface, security features, and enhanced gaming and work capabilities.
Vertiv's shares soared 8.5% after Barclays upgraded the stock to 'Overweight' and raised its price target to $200, citing higher earnings estimates and potential inclusion in the S&P 500, amid overall market volatility and sector rotations.
Samsung has announced the Galaxy Tab A11+ with significant upgrades for its $250 price, including a larger RAM, a better display, and water resistance, making it a strong option among budget Android tablets.