HeyWhatsNew: Rockstar Joins Nopixel for GTA 5 Roleplay and Qualcomm Unveils Next-Gen Windows Chips
Hey Heyuppers! It’s time to fuel up on the week’s biggest stories. From tech to gaming to innovation, here’s what’s making waves beginning 21/09/2025.
Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon X2 Elite Chips for Next-Gen Windows PCs
Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon X2 Elite and X2 Elite Extreme chips, claiming they’re the fastest and most efficient processors for Windows PCs yet. Built on 3nm technology, these chips deliver up to 31% faster CPU performance or 43% lower power use compared to last year’s X Elite, with a GPU offering 2.3x better performance per watt. With up to 18 CPU cores, high clock speeds, and an 80 TOPS AI engine, they’re designed to boost performance for creators, gamers, and power users alike.
Creative workloads see real gains too: Photoshop edits could be up to 28% faster, Lightroom exports 43% quicker, and Premiere video analysis also improves. Gaming on Arm is enhanced thanks to a new high-speed cache, and laptops using these chips are expected in the first half of 2026—offering more power, better efficiency, and longer battery life for a new generation of Windows devices.
Google’s Mixboard Brings AI Mood Boards to Your Fingertips
Google has just launched Mixboard, a new AI-powered mood board app that lets anyone create and customize boards without needing a pre-existing image collection. Users can start with text prompts, pre-populated templates, or a mix of both, and then let the AI generate, edit, or combine images using Google’s Nano Banana model—known for realistic, complex image edits. The app is currently in public beta in the U.S. via Google Labs.
Mixboard is designed for creativity across home decor, event planning, DIY projects, and more, allowing users to regenerate images, explore “more like this” ideas, and even generate text inspired by their boards. With Pinterest and other apps paving the way for digital collages, Google is now offering a fresh, AI-driven approach to mood boards, making it easier than ever to visualize and explore ideas.
Meta Adds AI to Facebook Dating for Smarter Matches
Meta is shaking up Facebook Dating with a new AI dating assistant designed to help users find more tailored matches. Users can enter prompts like “Find me a Brooklyn girl in tech,” and the AI will help refine the search based on location, interests, profession, and more. The assistant is rolling out gradually this week in the U.S. and Canada, appearing on the Matches tab, giving users a smarter way to connect without endless swiping.
In addition, Meta introduced Meet Cute, a weekly “surprise match” feature that pairs users automatically, making it easier to discover potential connections without the usual effort. With these updates, Facebook Dating aims to make matching more personalized and less time-consuming—perfect for anyone tired of the traditional swipe culture.
Hatsune Miku’s Messages Complete 15-Year Journey on Venus Orbiter
Japan’s Akatsuki spacecraft, which carried over 13,000 fan messages and drawings of Hatsune Miku into space, has officially ended its 15-year mission. Launched in 2010, Akatsuki overcame early engine trouble and a five-year detour before finally entering Venus’s orbit in 2015, where it studied the planet’s atmosphere and made groundbreaking discoveries—including the largest stationary gravity waves in the Solar System.
Fans’ heartfelt contributions were etched onto aluminum plates attached to the probe, letting Hatsune Miku symbolically reach Venus. JAXA officially closed the mission after losing contact in 2024, thanking supporters for their role in this extraordinary journey. The mission leaves a lasting mark on both planetary science and pop culture, proving that a little fandom can go truly cosmic.
Rockstar Teams Up With Nopixel for GTA 5 Roleplay’s Next Evolution
Grand Theft Auto 5’s vibrant roleplaying scene is getting a major boost as Nopixel, one of the game’s most popular RP servers, announces its next iteration: Nopixel V—created in collaboration with Rockstar Games. Known for its high-profile streamers and strict application process, Nopixel has become a central hub for players living out diverse virtual lives, from lawyers to gang members.The partnership promises official support through the Rockstar Games Launcher and hints at exciting new features, with big names like Valkyrae, Pokimane, and xQc already lined up for the server. This move marks a significant step for GTA roleplay, signaling Rockstar’s growing interest in supporting the community as the series transitions toward GTA 6.
PlayStation’s Wolverine Game Claws Its Way to Fall 2026
Fans of the X-Men’s fiercest hero have something to look forward to: Insomniac Games and Marvel Games are bringing “Marvel’s Wolverine” to PlayStation in Fall 2026. The first trailer, revealed during PlayStation’s “State of Play,” promises a dark, action-packed experience with Logan unleashing his iconic claws in fast, fluid, and ferocious combat.
According to Insomniac, the game aims to deliver the ultimate Wolverine fantasy, combining exhilarating set pieces with a gripping story that dives deep into the character’s darker side. Alongside the Wolverine reveal, PlayStation also announced a March 20 release for “Saros” and celebrated 100 million units sold in the Gran Turismo franchise—making it a big day for PlayStation fans.
That’s a wrap, Heyuppers. See you next week for another exciting roundup of all things tech, innovation, and gaming!
