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\'Destiny\' game rumors addressed by Bungie; PC release date quashed
'Destiny' game rumors addressed by Bungie; PC release date quashed

The communication manager discussed the possibility of including the Raid Matchmaking feature in "Destiny." According to Dague, not all the allies in the game have a solid rapport just yet. But there is a possibility that match-made teams will be included in the game in the future.

\'Fallout 4\': Fans \'bribe\' for information as gamers look forward to Oct. 23 for release date info
'Fallout 4': Fans 'bribe' for information as gamers look forward to Oct. 23 for release date info

Some fans have decided to take the matter in their own hands, and even went out of their way to demand any information from the game developer. Somebody started an online petition urging Bethesda to reveal the details for the highly anticipated "Fallout 4" game, while another tried to bribe somebody from the inside to divulge the release date with three sumptuous cookies.

MacBook Air 2014 vs Surface Pro 3: Which portable laptop works better?
MacBook Air 2014 vs Surface Pro 3: Which portable laptop works better?

Macbook Air is the lightest laptop line from the Cupertino, CA tech giant. The 11-inch laptop weighs 1.08 kilograms, measures 300 x 192 x 17mm and comes in a 0.68-inch thick body. On the other hand, Microsoft made sure that their product could beat the competition, with only 292 x 201 x 9.1mm body that is just 0.55 inches thick and weighs merely 800 grams.

Google Nexus 9 rumors: Launch in Q4 with metal casing?
Google Nexus 9 rumors: Launch in Q4 with metal casing?

The rumors were further intensified by NVIDIA's legal document against Samsung and Qualcomm published in NVIDIA's website, which allegedly shows that the Google tablet will be powered by the Tegra K1 chipset and will be manufactured by HTC. However, neither Google nor HTC confirmed the partnership or the existence of the device.

\'Halo 5\' beta: 343 Industries unveils release date and new major character
'Halo 5' beta: 343 Industries unveils release date and new major character

Meanwhile, CinemaBlend reported that Agent Locke will become a major character in the upcoming fifth installment of the popular first-person shooter game franchise published by Microsoft Studios. Through a post on Reddit, voice actor Mike Colter confirmed that Agent Locke will be a playable character in the game, and discussed the importance of his character in "Halo 5."

NBA trade news 2014: Roy Hibbert for Cleveland Cavaliers? Gerard Wallace wants to stay with Celtics
NBA trade news 2014: Roy Hibbert for Cleveland Cavaliers? Gerard Wallace wants to stay with Celtics

Earlier, the team managed to persuade LeBron James to return from the Miami Heat. They have also snagged a deal to get Kevin Love from the Minnesota Timberwolves. Still, the team is looking for a big guy to complete their new lineup. That is why they are leaning toward getting Hibbert to join their already power-packed roster, for added size and depth on the painted area.

Nexus 7 LTE finally receives Android 4.4.4 KitKat OS update
Nexus 7 LTE finally receives Android 4.4.4 KitKat OS update

The update is claimed to bring a myriad of bug fixes found in the 4.4.3 version of the operating system as well as solutions to security issues such as the OpenSSL bug. The software update will upgrade the device to "improve performance, security, stability and fixes bugs."

\'Indiana Jones 5\' update: 5th installment still blurry
'Indiana Jones 5' update: 5th installment still blurry

Janusz Kaminski has worked alongside the "Indiana Jones" franchise director, Steven Spielberg, and was the director for photography for the 2008 film "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull."

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 US release date set for Oct. 17 but Note Edge remains a mystery
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 US release date set for Oct. 17 but Note Edge remains a mystery

However, for those waiting for the curved phablet, the Galaxy Note Edge, there is no concrete information from the company as to when the device will arrive to U.S. shores. Some carriers already confirmed that they will offer the device, although they have not yet revealed any specific date of release.

iPhone 6 Plus bending: Samsung attacks Apple by proving Galaxy Note 4\'s strength in new posts
iPhone 6 Plus bending: Samsung attacks Apple by proving Galaxy Note 4's strength in new posts

The new iPhones were announced last month; however, shortly after the surprise and delight of the consumers, they began claiming that the new iPhones bend easily. Some users even posted photos of the curved handsets. Some posts on social media stated that the smartphones bent and took the shape of their rear ends, thus starting the viral #Bendgate issue.

iPad Air 2 release date: Gold variant to launch on Oct. 21?
iPad Air 2 release date: Gold variant to launch on Oct. 21?

The reason behind the addition of another color of iPad is to boost the sales of the tablet, as reports revealed that the tablet is suffering a decline in shipments for iPad Air, which was launched in October 2013.

MacBook Air, Macbook Pro 2014 release date alongside OS X Yosemite in October?
MacBook Air, Macbook Pro 2014 release date alongside OS X Yosemite in October?

The new OS X Yosemite will be working hand-in-hand with the latest iOS 8, which enables the integration of Apple's desktops and laptops to its iPhone and iPad lines. One of the evident changes will be seen on AirDrop and iCloud Drive.

Samsung Galaxy S5 vs Galaxy Alpha comparison: Only one to take on the iPhone 6
Samsung Galaxy S5 vs Galaxy Alpha comparison: Only one to take on the iPhone 6

In terms of design, positive reviews have been raked in by the Galaxy S5 because of its polycarbonate materials and the company's efforts in making the phone more lightweight at 150 grams.

Nexus 6: Upcoming device may be Google\'s largest smartphone yet
Nexus 6: Upcoming device may be Google's largest smartphone yet

For its release date, reports have now been looking into past release dates of the Nexus 6's predecessors. The last two devices, the Nexus 4 and Nexus 5, were released on Nov. 12, 2012 and Oct. 13, 2013, respectively.

Celebrity leaked nude photos lawsuit: Google responds by removing thousands of images, hundreds of accounts
Celebrity leaked nude photos lawsuit: Google responds by removing thousands of images, hundreds of accounts

This was the main response of Google toward the allegations made by Attorney Marty Singer, legal representative for numerous Hollywood female celebrities who were victims of photo hacking. A letter was sent on Oct. 1 containing the accusation that Google was unable "to act expeditiously" in the midst of the scandal. The company's lack of effort is considered to be highly unacceptable.

\'GTA 6\' rumors: Setting going back to Vice City?
'GTA 6' rumors: Setting going back to Vice City?

The huge success of "Grand Theft Auto V" shows that GTA is still one of the most sought-after games in the world, having sold over 11 million copies and earning over $800 million in its first 24 hours. First released in 1997, the open-world action-adventure game has provided avid players with hours of gaming pleasure, so it's not surprising that they are already anticipating the coming of "GTA 6."