HeyWhatsNew: Humanoid Robots Outpace Humans and Global RAM Crisis Set to Continue Until 2030
Heyuppers, welcome back! The tech and gaming world has been busy, and we’ve rounded up the highlights you need to stay in the loop. Let’s get into this week’s updates, starting 20/04/2026.
Gigs App Turns Concert Memories Into a Personal Archive
Gigs is a new iOS app that helps users organize and revisit their concert history by turning tickets, photos, and videos into a structured digital archive. Using Apple’s on-device AI, the app can extract details like dates, venues, and lineups from tickets, emails, or links, making it easy to log past events. Users can also import existing concert data from platforms like Setlist.fm and Concert Archives.
Beyond tracking, Gigs offers features like calendar syncing, ticket sale reminders, setlist browsing, and post-show ratings. It also provides insights through a stats dashboard, highlighting metrics such as most-seen artists and favorite venues. The app includes Siri integration, widgets, and system-wide search, and operates on a freemium model with optional subscriptions that unlock advanced features like unlimited media storage and deeper analytics.
Global RAM Shortage Could Persist Until 2030
A global shortage of DRAM is expected to continue for several years, with manufacturers projected to meet only about 60 percent of demand by the end of 2027. Major producers like Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron are expanding production capacity, but most new facilities will not be operational until 2027 or later. Current plans fall short of what is needed, with production growth expected at 7.5 percent annually instead of the required 12 percent.
Much of the new capacity will focus on high-bandwidth memory used in AI data centers rather than general-purpose DRAM for consumer devices. This prioritization is likely to prolong supply constraints for everyday electronics, contributing to ongoing price increases for products such as smartphones, laptops, and gaming devices. Some industry leaders warn that shortages could extend as far as 2030.
Humanoid Robots Outrun Humans in Beijing Half-Marathon
Humanoid robots have made a major leap forward after outperforming human runners in a Beijing half-marathon. The winning robot, Lightning, finished the 21 km race in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, beating the current human world record of 57 minutes and 20 seconds. This is a huge improvement from last year, when robots were much slower and many could not even finish the race. This time, several robots completed the race faster than professional athletes, and nearly half ran without human control.
Despite this progress, the technology is still developing. Some robots struggled during the race, with a few falling or crashing. Experts say these events help improve things like movement, cooling, and durability, which could be useful in industries like manufacturing in the future. However, robots are not yet ready to fully replace humans in real-world jobs.
Netflix Introduces TikTok-Style Feed and Expands AI Features
Netflix is launching a vertical, scrollable video feed similar to TikTok, allowing users to browse short clips from shows, movies, and podcasts. The feature is designed to make content discovery faster and more engaging, especially for mobile users. It has been in testing since 2025 and reflects a broader shift across streaming platforms toward short-form, social-style viewing.
At the same time, Netflix is increasing its use of AI to improve recommendations and content creation. New AI models aim to enhance personalization and make it easier to discover different types of content. The company also plans to use AI as a tool for creators, helping improve production processes while still relying on human input for creativity.
EA Shuts Down Older Game Servers, Including Dragon Age: Inquisition on PS3
Electronic Arts will shut down the online multiplayer servers for Dragon Age: Inquisition on PlayStation 3 on April 28. This change only affects the multiplayer mode, not the main single-player game, which will still be fully playable. Other platforms like PC, PS4, and Xbox are not affected. The shutdown mainly reflects how older games lose players over time, making it harder to justify the cost of maintaining servers.
This is part of a wider trend, with several EA games already shut down or scheduled to shut down in 2026, including titles like Anthem and The Sims Mobile. These decisions are usually due to low player activity, high maintenance costs, and aging technology. While some features like online connectivity may disappear, most core gameplay experiences remain available offline.
Sony Releases 720Hz Gaming Monitor With High Speed Focus
Sony has introduced the Inzone M10S II, a 27-inch gaming monitor designed for competitive players. It offers extremely high refresh rates, reaching up to 720Hz at 1080p resolution, and 540Hz at 1440p. The higher refresh rate is intended to make fast movement in games appear smoother and more responsive.
The monitor also uses OLED technology for improved brightness and includes features like motion blur reduction and a “tournament mode” that reduces the visible screen area to help with aiming focus. While it delivers very high performance, most users will not be able to fully take advantage of the highest refresh rates due to hardware requirements and human perception limits. The monitor is priced at around $1,100, placing it in the premium segment aimed mainly at esports and high-end PC gamers.
Thank you for tuning in, Heyuppers! That wraps up today’s roundup. We’ll be back with more updates, important tech developments, and the stories shaping the world of gaming and innovation.