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Amazon MGM Studios has announced the director of the next James Bond movie, and it's surprised and delighted quite a few film fans: it's Denis Villeneuve, director of some of the best sci-fi movies like the two Dune movies, Blade Runner 2049, Sicario and more.He's very pleased about it, and so are the fans. “Some of my earliest movie-going memories are connected to 007," Villeneuve says. "I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since Dr. No with Sean Connery. I'm a die-hard Bond fan. To me, he’s sacred territory."Bond is safe in his hands, Villeneuve says. "I intend to honor the tradition and open the path for many new missions to come. This is a massive responsibility, but also, incredibly exciting for me and a huge honor."The reaction on r/movies has been very positive, with movie fans' only real concern being timing: Villeneuve is a very busy chap and doing a Bond means a longer delay before his next project.Comment from r/moviesWhat are people saying about Villeneuve directing the next Bond movie?The movie fan reaction tends to use the same two words: "holy shit". And it's meant as a compliment."Dude just became a master filmmaker under the radar by making one awesome movie after the other," zerg1980 says. "Can’t wait to see what he does with Bond, his instincts are great and he’s already knocked two different IP franchises out of the park.""Welllllll shiiiiiiit," wazula23 says. "If there was ONE name that would get me interested, it's this." Intrepid_buy_4083 agrees. "Denis has one of the best filmographies in the game. This might end up being the best Bond of all time. Cast Benicio Del Toro as the Bond Villain."Comment from r/movies"Can't believe I'm excited for a Bond film again," says BananaProne, while GamingTaterTot says "I trust this man, that’s for sure. And it must be so cool to be a part of something you grew up loving - [it] reminds me of Peter Capaldi getting to be the Doctor." That led alexgndl to make a suggestion that I wholeheartedly agree with: "Hear me out, we cast Capaldi as James Bond in this movie."While we wait for more news about a new Bond movie, you can stream the entire James Bond collection on MGM+, meaning all 25 movies are available in one place.You may also enjoyHow to watch the James Bond movies in order007 First Light: everything we know so farEvery Daniel Craig James Bond movie ranked, from worst to best

More details of the Samsung tri-fold have leakedThe phone could make use of a titanium frameWe can expect a titanium frame and 16GB of RAMWe've seen a steady stream of Samsung Galaxy tri-fold foldable phone rumors this year, alongside a handful of official teases, and now a fresh leak outlines some of the key specs the device is supposedly going to come with.As per well-known tipster @PandaFlashPro (via SamMobile), the foldable with the extra fold is going to make use of a titanium and aluminum frame for better durability, a design choice we've seen made for the best Samsung phones and the best iPhones in recent years.On top of that, the phone is apparently going to come with a Snapdragon chipset and 16GB of RAM. No specific processor is mentioned, but the Snapdragon 8 Elite seems like a good bet, as it's the same chipset that powers the Samsung Galaxy S25.The same leak suggests there'll be no under-display camera on the main screen, which will be a change from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. We've heard a similar rumor about the Galaxy Z Fold 7, so it seems punch-hole cameras are back this year.Not confirmed yet"Tri-Fold Confirmed News"No UDC (Under Display Camera)Better Durability Thanks to "Titanium + Aluminium" Snapdragon Only16GB RAM https://t.co/RYYx1NbkLeJune 24, 2025These details are labeled as "confirmed" by the tipster, but of course nothing is confirmed until Samsung makes it official. We do know for sure that a tri-fold is on the way, though, because we've seen Samsung make several brief references to it.Based on the rumors that have been swirling so far, the tri-fold sounds like an intriguing prospect. There's been talk of a folding battery to maximize battery life, and the screen dimensions are tipped to be 9.96 inches (main) and 6.49 inches (cover).The indications are that the phone will share quite a few characteristics with the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, including the speakers and the hinge mechanisms, while the charging speeds might not exactly be best-in-class.We may have a name for this phone too: the Samsung Galaxy G Fold. There's a chance we could see it launched on July 9 at the next Galaxy Unpacked, alongside the Z Fold 7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8.You might also likeSamsung drops another big hint about the tri-folding 'G Fold'The Samsung tri-fold could be difficult to get hold ofTri-folds are the smartphone future that we should hope for

The Federal Trade Commission has extended the deadline to claim a Fortnite refundYou now have until July 9, 2025Eligible players can file a report via the FTC websiteThe US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has extended the deadline to claim a refund on unwanted Fortnite purchases.Previously, consumers had until February 14 to file a claim though that has now been extended to July 9. The regulatory body has confirmed that a total of $126 million has already been sent out to those who filed a valid claim by that first date.If you have already submitted a claim, then no further action is necessary. If you haven't then you can file a claim online via the FTC website.The FTC states that you can apply for a refund if you meet any of the following criteria:You were charged in-game currency for items you didn’t want between January 2017 and September 2022Your child made charges to your credit card without your knowledge between January 2017 and November 2018Your account was locked between January 2017 and September 2022 after you complained to your credit card company about wrongful chargesIt is worth bearing in mind that you must be at least 18 years old in order to complete the claim form. A parent or guardian can also complete the claim form on the behalf of those under that age.The claims process is only open for those in the US. Filing a claim will also not affect your in-game items or Fortnite account.The FTC has also warned against potential refund scams, reiterating the fact that it will never charge in order to file a claim. "Don't pay anyone who promises you an FTC refund in exchange for a fee," it advises.What did Epic Games do wrong?(Image credit: Federal Trade Commission)These refunds are part of a settlement announced back in December 2022, which involved an agreement from Fortnite developer Epic Games to pay millions in refunds to players.The company allegedly violated the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) by using dark patterns and visual design tricks to coax players into making unintended purchases."Epic used privacy-invasive default settings and deceptive interfaces that tricked Fortnite users, including teenagers and children," FTC chair Lina M. Khan said at the time."Protecting the public, and especially children, from online privacy invasions and dark patterns is a top priority for the Commission, and these enforcement actions make clear to businesses that the FTC is cracking down on these unlawful practices.”In addition to announcing the refunds. Epic Games paid a $275 million fine for breaching the rules, the largest ever penalty for violating an FTC rule.You might also like...Fortnite next season release date and what to expect from Chapter 6 Season 4I’ve spent over 300 hours in Fortnite, and the Nintendo Switch 2 edition is slowly becoming my favorite way to play the gameBest crossplay games 2025: top titles for cross-platform play with friends

New for 2025, the Future Innovation Awards - Best of IFA are here to honour the most ground-breaking products and revolutionary services showcased at IFA in September 2025, as selected by Future PLC's leading tech and gaming websites.This award program gives your company the opportunity to stand apart among other technology brands, at one of the largest shows in the industry.The awards provide an opportunity for you to gain valuable coverage, PR value from official awards logos and assets, a trophy for display both during and after the show, and recognition as one of the leading technology innovators at the show.Click here to start your nomination!Best of IFA 2025We are looking for the products and services that define innovation and industry excellence in categories such as Phones, AI, Computing, TVs, Audio, Homes, Active Life, Gaming, and Sleep.Our esteemed panel of judges, featuring trusted editorial teams and industry experts, eagerly awaits your entries.The nomination deadline is currently set for August 22, 2025 - don’t miss out on this opportunity!Why enter?Winning products will be featured on some of Future PLC's leading tech and gaming websites such Tom’s Guide, TechRadar, Windows Central, Laptop Mag, Android Central, What Hi-Fi? and more.All nominees will have their products and services reviewed by our industry expert judges.All nominees have the opportunity to download the fully-licensed digital nominee badge to be used for in-house marketing (please note that the badge can be used free of charge up until the winner announcements -- September 8th, if you choose to use the badge once winners have been announced then licensing fees will apply).All winners will receive a complimentary crystal glass trophy to showcase your win.All winners will have the opportunity to license the Future Innovation Awards official award winner's badge for use in brand marketing campaigns.Don’t miss out on this opportunity – all entries must be received by 23:59 CET Fri, August 22, unless otherwise noted.We look forward to receiving your nominations - visit the official Best of IFA 2025 Awards page for complete details and to nominate today!For inquiries about Best of IFA 2025 Awards, the categories, costs, eligibility, or anything else about the awards, please contact Beckie Sirs at (beckie.sirs@futurenet.com).