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Two Ironheart producers have answered big questions about its impending launchMarvel fans have wondered why it's taken so long to be released on Disney+MCU devotees also want to know what's up with its unusual release structureIronheart's creative team has lifted the lid on the Marvel TV show's long-overdue release.Speaking to TechRadar ahead of its Disney+ debut, producer Zoie Nagelhout admitted the 2023 Hollywood strikes were the primary reason behind its launch delay.Initially conceived as a movie in mid-2018, Marvel announced that Ironheart had been reimagined as a TV Original in December 2020. However, despite principal photography wrapping in November 2022, it's taken two and a half years for the final Marvel Phase 5 TV series to see the light of day. Indeed, Marvel only confirmed Ironheart's official release dates (June 24 and 25, depending on where you live) last October when the comic giant announced its 2025 Disney+ TV show line-up.Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) fans will point out, though, that the 2023 strikes mainly focused on labor disputes between actors and writers, and the Alliance of Motion Pictures and Television Producers. If these individuals had completed work on Ironheart prior to the industrial action, and the series' post-production phase was all that was left to finish, why wasn't it released sooner?MCU fans have been waiting nearly three years for Ironheart to take flight on Disney+ (Image credit: Marvel Studios/Disney+)"As it did for so many shows and films, the strikes changed our release plan," Nagelhout told me when I put that question to her and fellow producer Sev Ohanian. "As you can imagine, we [Marvel Studios] have a plethora of content that's always coming out, and we want to make sure each piece gets its day. We don't want them to compete with each other."So, whether that's Thunderbolts* coming out in theaters [in early May] or Daredevil: Born Again coming out [on Disney+ in early March}, it's about making sure each project has its moment to shine and gets the attention of fans. This ended up being when Ironheart could have its window. It's been locked and ready to go for two years, and we're just so excited it's finally here."The cast and filmmakers at the #Ironheart red carpet premiere 🤍Stream the first three episodes tomorrow at 6pm PT only on @DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/nIpzdY49RUJune 24, 2025That answers one major question, but what about the show's unique release format? When Ironheart's first trailer arrived in mid-May, it also revealed it would launch with a three-episode premiere. Then, just one week ahead of launch, Marvel confirmed my biggest fear about Ironheart when it announced its final three episodes would drop simultaneously on the same day. You can read more about when they'll arrive in my Ironheart release schedule article.When I asked Nagelhout and Ohanian if there's a specific reason behind the show's unusual release format, the latter replied: "Those decisions are above our pay grade, but I think it's just about how Marvel and Disney distribute content."What I will say that's exciting about it is the third episode ends with a major cliffhanger that's also an evolution of our [Marvel's] storytelling," Ohanian added. "I love the fact that there's a week between these three-episode releases. If people want to binge watch them, they get to do so and then the wait isn't long for the next batch to drop, so I think it'll make for a good viewing experience."Want the complete lowdown on the last MCU live-action show of 2025? Read my dedicated Ironheart guide. Alternatively, read the section below for more Ironheart-based coverage.You might also likeIronheart cast and character guide: Dominique Thorne, Anthony Ramos, and who else you'll see in the Marvel TV showFinal Ironheart trailer reveals Riri Williams' magic suit upgrade and appears to tease long-awaited Marvel villainIronheart's first clip has been revealed, and Marvel fans are already praising Anthony Ramos' take on The Hood

The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold could be the first foldable phone with an IP68 ratingThis would give it more dust resistance than other foldablesIt might also have a slimmer hinge and a bigger cover screen than its predecessorThe best foldable phones have come a long way in recent years, but they still trail conventional handsets when it comes to dust resistance. That could change, though, with the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold.According to Android Headlines, Google's next foldable will have an IP68 rating. That’s the same rating as you’ll find on high-end handsets like the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro, and it means the phone will be dust-tight and water resistant to depths of up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.It’s a fairly standard feature on the best candybar phones, but it isn’t something you’ll find on any foldable phones at present, despite these usually being among the most expensive phones you can buy.The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold, for example, has an IPX8 rating, meaning it has the same level of water resistance but no dust resistance at all. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 does a bit better with an IP48 rating, meaning it’s good for water resistance and has some dust resistance, but it's only protected against things that are bigger than 1mm.So, if this leak is accurate, then the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold could be the first foldable phone that’s properly protected against dust – though it’s possible that another upcoming foldable, such as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, could beat it to that title, since Samsung’s phone will probably launch sooner.A slimmer hinge and a bigger screenThe Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (Image credit: Techradar / Zachariah Kelly)In any case, this report also claims that the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold will have a slimmer hinge than its predecessor, which will allow the phone as a whole to also be thinner. They don’t say how thin, but for reference, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is 5.1mm thick when unfolded and 10.5mm thick when folded.Additionally, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold’s cover screen will apparently be slightly bigger at 6.4 inches (up from 6.3 inches on the current model).This is all reassuring to hear, because previous Pixel 10 Pro Fold leaks suggest that not much else might be getting improved. So, at least if this latest information is correct, there could be some reasons to upgrade.We might find out exactly what the Pixel 10 Pro Fold has to offer on August 20, as leaks suggest that’s when it will land, with the phone likely to launch alongside the rest of the Google Pixel 10 series.You might also likeGoogle Pixel 10 tipped to get a big upgrade for macro photography – and it could convince me to upgradeThe Google Pixel 10 might have MagSafe-like charging – and do it better than the Samsung Galaxy S25The Google Pixel 10 series colors have leaked in full – and two old favorites are missing

Iran officials are reportedly discouraging citizens from using popular free VPN apps VPN demand has soared among Iranians since June 13, 2025, when recent internet restrictions beganInternet connectivity has also reportedly been low across the country since June 18As people in Iran search for ways to stay connected, the Iranian authorities are warning its citizens from using VPN services.In a tweet on Monday, the nation warned its citizens that free VPNs not only put their own data at risk but also the security of the entire country."More than half of free VPNs collect your very sensitive information and send it to servers abroad, without your knowledge or permission. Hola VPN transfers user data to a company called Luminati, which is based in Israel," reads a tweet shared on Monday, June 23, 2025, by Fars News Agency, which is managed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.بیش از نصف فیلترشکن‌های رایگان، بدون اینکه شما دقیقاً بدانید و اجازه دهید، اطلاعات خیلی حساس شما را جمع‌آوری و به سرورهایی در خارج از کشور ارسال می‌کنند. فیلترشکن Hola VPN، اطلاعات کاربران را به شرکتی به‌نام Luminati منتقل می‌کند که در اسرائیل مستقر است. pic.twitter.com/tcRHZKEggIJune 23, 2025The warning comes with VPN demand skyrocketing in Iran since June 13, after internet restrictions were enforced.Data coming from Top10VPN confirmed peaks of up to 707% over the baseline level, with the spike in VPN demand still ongoing at the time of writing.Despite this increase, however, VPN usage also appears to be a target within the country with users lamenting that their apps are not working consistently.Since June 18, Iran has also experienced a near-total internet blackout, as internet watchdog NetBlocks reported, further impacting the ability to use the best VPN apps.Is using a free VPN safe?We have long warned about the risks of using free VPN services at TechRadar. Some free VPN apps may collect users data to target them with ads or simply to sell one. Hackers may also use these applications to spread malware and other malicious software.Hola VPN, specifically, was found to be sell its users' idle bandwidth through Luminati back in 2015. It's also infamous for collecting a lot of identifiable information about its users.Head of Research at Top10VPN, Simon Migliano agrees that Hola VPN and other unsecured freebies are a poor choice for Iranians (or anyone else for that matter) because of their serious privacy and security shortcomings.That said, Migliano told TechRadar, "For the Iranian government to instruct its citizens to avoid ALL free VPNs is simply disingenuous.""The truth is that there are several trustworthy free VPNs, like Proton VPN and Windscribe, which employ strong security standards alongside privacy-friendly logging policies. They are completely safe to use and the Iranian government knows that very well," he added.A virtual private network (VPN) is security software that encrypts all internet connections while spoofing a user's real IP address location. The latter skill is exactly what's needed to bypass geo-restrictions like those in place in Iran right now. (Image credit: Shutterstock)Iranian Information Security Analyst and women’s rights advocate Azam Jangrevi also confirmed to TechRadar that Iran's authorities previously released some VPNs that aren't safe.She said: "Iranian officials discourage free tools, citing poor encryption, data misuse, and potential ties to surveillance schemes. Some 'free' VPN apps may have been developed or quietly approved by authorities to monitor online behavior under the guise of privacy."Digital rights groups advise Iranians to rely on reputable paid VPNs with stealth features, rotate providers when blocked, and avoid downloading apps through suspicious links or ads."Iran's VPN crackdownThe Iranian authorities have long tried to prevent the use of VPNs in Iran. Iran was second only to China for VPN censorship in 2023.These blocks continued in 2024 with Iran topping the VPN censoring list across the country's official app stores.In February 2024, the Iranian authorities went a step further by banning the use of "unauthorized" VPNs without a legal permit. Three months later, the government also resurrected an internet bill that could put VPN use at further risk.Yet, as Jangrevi told TechRadar: "Despite heavy censorship, VPN usage inside Iran has surged in response to state-imposed blackouts. Users report that paid VPNs with advanced obfuscation still work though not reliably."You might also likeIranians asked to delete WhatsApp as internet restrictions intensifyTelegram rejects allegations over links to Russian IntelligenceFears over citizens' privacy as Iran reveals new mandatory antivirus mobile app

As Meta's platforms fill up with more AI-generated content, the company still has a lot of work to do when it comes to enforcing its policies around manipulated media. The Oversight Board is once again criticizing the social media company over its handling of such posts, writing in its latest decision that its inability to enforce its rules consistently is "incoherent and unjustifiable."

If that sounds familiar, it's because this is the second time since last year the Oversight Board has used the word "incoherent" to describe Meta's approach to manipulated media. The board had previously urged Meta to update its rules after a misleadingly edited video of Joe Biden went viral on Facebook. In response, Meta said it would expand its use of labels to identify AI-generated content and that it would apply more prominent labels in "high risk" situations. These labels, like the one below, note when a post was created or edited using AI.

An example of a label when Meta determines a piece of Ai-manipulated content is "high risk."Screenshot (Meta)

This approach is still falling short though, the board said. "The Board is concerned that, despite the increasing prevalence of manipulated content across formats, Meta’s enforcement of its manipulated media policy is inconsistent," it said in its latest decision. "Meta’s failure to automatically apply a label to all instances of the same manipulated media is incoherent and unjustifiable."

The statement came in a decision related to a post that claimed to feature audio of two politicians in Iraqi Kurdistan. The supposed "recorded conversation" included a discussion about rigging an upcoming election and other "sinister plans" for the region. The post was reported to Meta for misinformation, but the company closed the case "without human review," the board said. Meta later labeled some instances of the audio clip but not the one originally reported.

The case, according to the board, is not an outlier. Meta apparently told the board that it can't automatically identify and apply labels to audio and video posts, only to "static images." This means multiple instances of the same audio or video clip may not get the same treatment, which the board notes could cause further confusion. The Oversight Board also criticized Meta for often relying on third-parties to identify AI-manipulated video and audio, as it did in this case.

"Given that Meta is one of the leading technology and AI companies in the world, with its resources and the wide usage of Meta’s platforms, the Board reiterates that Meta should prioritize investing in technology to identify and label manipulated video and audio at scale," the board wrote. "It is not clear to the Board why a company of this technical expertise and resources outsources identifying likely manipulated media in high-risk situations to media outlets or Trusted Partners."

In its recommendations to Meta, the board said the company should adopt a "clear process" for consistently labeling "identical or similar content" in situations when it adds a "high risk" label to a post. The board also recommended that these labels should appear in a language that matches the rest of their settings on Facebook, Instagram and Threads.

Meta didn't respond to a request for comment. The company has 60 days to respond to the board's recommendations.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/social-media/the-oversight-board-calls-metas-uneven-ai-moderation-incoherent-and-unjustifiable-100056893.html?src=rss

The release date for Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 2 has been leaked by Sony via the PlayStation StoreIt's revealed that the second major patch will arrive on June 30The update is also expected to include new events, two "fan-favorite" monsters, and moreSony has accidentally leaked the release date for Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 2.As reported by IGN, Sony mistakenly updated the game's PlayStation Store page ahead of schedule, revealing that the upcoming patch will be released on June 30.Although it's now been rolled back, the website also revealed the contents of the update, which will include new events, Leviathan Arch-Tempered Uth Duna, layered weapons, a new armor set, as well as two "fan-favorite" monsters.One of these monsters is likely Lagiacrus, which was revealed earlier this year, while the other is seemingly going to be Seregios, according to dataminers.The new event rewards make me feel like an old man... from r/MonsterHunterCapcom has confirmed that its next Spotlight showcase will air this week on June 26 at 3pm PDT / 11pm BST.The broadcast will offer new details on Monster Hunter Wilds and Title Update 2, so we can expect the official release date to be announced then.Last week, game director Yuya Tokuda also shared some additional details about the upcoming patch in Capcom's Director's Letter.Tokuda revealed that the second major update will bring several quality of life updates, including improved navigation in the Grand Hub, "improved Seikret usability", photo mode adjustments, and the aforementioned layered weapons.To stay up to date with all things Monster Hunter Wilds, you can check out our roadmap coverage, which includes release dates, confirmed downloadable content (DLC), what's to come, and more.You might also like...Best RPGs 2025 - top role-playing games for PC and consolesThe Nintendo Switch 2 is the company’s least ambitious console to date, but its improvements are astronomicalThe first Nintendo Switch 2 post-launch update has been released and it couldn't be more underwhelming - here's what's new

The second iOS 26 developer beta is out nowIt makes a change to Control Center that improves legibilityIt also includes various other tweaks and additions, such as order tracking and a Recovery AssistantThe second iOS 26 developer beta has already landed, and it includes a small change that could make a big difference for users.With iOS 26, Apple is rolling out a new look to the interface, known as ‘Liquid Glass’, and a big part of that is the inclusion of more glass-like, transparent elements. But in the case of the Control Center the company arguably took the idea too far, as in the first beta the controls were hard to make out against certain backgrounds.In this second iOS 26 beta the Control Center background and its icons are more opaque, as you can see in the comparison image below (shared by MacRumors). This shows the original design on the left, and the new, slightly less transparent version on the right.Control Center in iOS 26 beta 1 on the left and beta 2 on the right (Image credit: Apple / MacRumors)This should make it easier to find the controls you’re looking for, but this isn’t the only change in the new beta.You’ll also find a new ‘Reduce Transparency’ option in the Accessibility menu, which lets you make the control backgrounds more opaque, and there’s now an Accessibility section in App Store listings, so you can see what accessibility features an app includes.Order tracking and assisted recoveryThe Wallet app can now use Siri to track orders, even if they weren’t made using Apple Pay, there’s a new ringtone (which is dividing opinion among users), a new Live Radio widget for Apple Music, and the ‘new tab’ button’s location has been moved in Safari’s tab management view.There’s also a new ‘Recovery Assistant’ feature, which according to the beta release notes “is a new way to recover your device if it doesn’t start up normally. It can look for problems and attempt to resolve them if found.”That’s the main stuff, but there are a few other small changes, like a new description for Low Power mode, and it’s likely that more adjustments and additions will be unearthed in the coming days.If you’d like to try out these changes for yourself and you have a compatible iPhone then you can – just head to our guide covering how to download the iOS 26 developer beta for full instructions.However, unless you really can’t wait for the final release (likely landing in September) we’d caution against installing beta versions on your primary device, as they’re inherently less stable than finished software.You might also likeiPhone 17 Pro again tipped to get a vapor chamber – here's why that'd be a big dealApple is rumored to be picking one of these two new colors for the iPhone 17I've used every iPhone and can promise you don't need to wait for the iPhone 17

Salesforce unveils Agentforce 3, its latest and greatest AI agent platformAgentforce 3 offers more oversight and control over AI agentsAlso include MCP support and over 100 third-party service connectionsSalesforce has revealed the next generation of its AI agent platform, promising more visibility and control over your systems going forward.The company says Agentforce 3 marks another big step in the field of digital labor, allowing customers to create and deploy smarter and more powerful agents than ever before.The launch includes a new Command Center tool to give users "complete observability" as well as some major upgrades when it comes to model support, and over 100 new prebuilt industry actions.Agentforce 3 arrives“With Agentforce, we’ve unified agents, data, apps, and metadata to create a digital labor platform, helping thousands of companies realize the promise of agentic AI today,” said Adam Evans, EVP & GM of Salesforce AI.Salesforce says its new Command Center, part of Agentforce Studio, will offer users much more oversight into the work their AI agents are carrying out on a daily basis.Previously, this had included observing technical issues around the safety and performance of models - however this will now be expanded to cover agent health, performance and outcome optimization.This will allow users to monitor and analyze every interaction carried out by an agent, spotting trends and preventing issues before they happen, and offering natural language support for generating topics, instructions and case studies.It will provide real-time contextual information pertaining to the specific agent's work tasks, and can also offer AI-powered recommendations for tweaks and edits to agents, hopefully making them even more effective.Elsewhere, Agentforce 3 includes built-in support for the Model Context Protocol, providing much greater support for plug-and-play compatibility with a wide range of other agents and services without the need for custom code.Customers will be able to connect to numerous third-party tools and resources, including Amazon Web Services, PayPal, Box, Cisco Systems, Google Cloud, IBM, Notion Labs, Stripe, Teradata and Writer.“Over the past several months, we’ve listened deeply to our customers and continued our rapid pace of technology innovation," Evans added."The result is Agentforce 3, a major leap forward for our platform that brings greater intelligence, higher performance, and more trust and accountability to every Agentforce deployment. Agentforce 3 will redefine how humans and AI agents work together — driving breakthrough levels of productivity, efficiency, and business transformation.”You might also likeThese are the best AI writers around right nowBoost efficiency in other areas with the best productivity toolsSalesforce gives AI agents the power to be proactive and autonomous like never before