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Apple is holding a virtual event on September 9 to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, including a thinner model, new Pro versions with larger cameras, and updates to the Apple Watch, alongside plans for future products like foldable iPhones and new Mac models.
The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), one of the most prominent video game conventions, has been permanently canceled by its organizers, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). E3 had been on hiatus since the COVID-19 pandemic forced its cancellation in 2020 and faced challenges with companies skipping the event or hosting their own nearby. After more than two decades, the ESA has decided to end E3 and will focus on supporting member companies and the industry's workforce.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has canceled the public capitol's annual Christmas tree lighting and opted for a virtual event due to planned pro-Palestinian protests. The decision was made to ensure the safety and security of participants. The Sacramento Regional Coalition for Palestinian Rights and other organizations had planned to protest at the event. Critics, including the California GOP Chairwoman, accused Newsom of being a "modern-day Grinch" and lacking the courage to stand up to extremists.
The holiday tree lighting ceremony at the California State Capitol will be held virtually this year due to concerns over protests. The decision comes after the Sacramento Regional Coalition for Palestinian Rights announced a rally and march to the State Capitol, coinciding with the tree lighting ceremony. The governor's office cited the safety and security of all participants, including children and families, as the reason for the virtual event. The program will remain unchanged, but viewers will have to tune in on Wednesday evening to watch it.
Apple's "Scary Fast" virtual media event, occurring at an unusual time, will be available for on-demand viewing after the broadcast, with a direct link to the presentation to be provided once it becomes available from Apple. Users can gather in a designated thread to avoid spoilers and refrain from discussing the announcements until the video is posted.
The broadcast schedule for BlizzCon 2023 has been released, with all BlizzCon Arena content being streamed for free on Blizzard's YouTube channels and Twitch on November 3-4. The schedule includes panels and programming for games such as World of Warcraft, Overwatch 2, Diablo IV, and Hearthstone. Virtual attendees can also purchase the BlizzCon Collection, which offers digital goodies and in-game items. Whether attending in person or online, BlizzCon promises an exciting experience for gaming enthusiasts.
Apple has sent out invites for its upcoming "Scary Fast" virtual event on October 30, hinting at the possible introduction of new Macs featuring the anticipated M3 chip. The event is expected to showcase refreshed MacBook Pros and iMacs, as recent reports suggest low stock levels for these devices. While earlier rumors suggested a delay in the release of the M3 chip until 2024, more recent rumors indicate that Apple may debut an M3 MacBook Pro and a 24-inch iMac, with a larger 34-inch iMac Pro delayed until next year.
Netflix's first upfront presentation to advertisers will be a virtual event due to concerns from the NYPD about pedestrian safety as a result of the planned picketing by the WGA. The event will have no talent, and it is the first 2023 upfront event to pivot to a remote format. At its upfront, the streamer plans to update advertisers on the progress of its $7-a-month tier and its upcoming slate.
Netflix has cancelled its live upfront event in New York and will instead hold a virtual event. The decision comes amid a writers' strike and a relatively small ad-supported tier, which has only 1 million subscribers. Netflix is competing with companies that have more experience in haggling with advertisers and have a greater amount of programming hours that are consumed live by bigger simultaneous audiences. However, with linear audiences in ongoing decline, advertisers are eager to get their messages in front of consumers, particularly those who have migrated to popular streaming vehicles.