Netflix’s advertising bid is a failure, new PS5 planned for 2023, Avatar 2 accused of being racist, this week’s summary.

The new Netflix offer does not attract subscribers, Sony confirms the arrival of the new version of the PlayStation 5, the victim of the US boycott, Avatar 2, this is the summary of the week.

The Tom’s Guide team is delighted to have you back for our Christmas roundup! While Netflix’s ad offering has won favor with subscribers, Sony has officially announced the release of a new PS5 in 2023, and two Chinese companies have introduced batteries that will allow electric cars to run for 1,000 km. This week we take you through the most dangerous stunt of Tom Cruise’s career and look at the boycott calls against Avatar 2, which some have accused of being a movie ” horrible and racist “.

No subscription to Netflix with ads

The new advertising offer was launched by Netflix in November for just €5.99 per month. This competitive rate doesn’t seem to be enough to convince subscribers who are opting out of this formula with too many downsides. Especially with advertising in the US, this offer is a real flop. To date, only 9% of new US subscribers to the streaming platform have chosen this subscription.

Read > Netflix: new subscribers boycott offer with ads, it’s a failure

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A particularly risky stunt in Mission Impossible 7

Tom Cruise usually does all the stunts himself. In the film Mission Impossible 7, the actor jumped off a cliff while riding a motorcycle and performed the most dangerous stunt of his entire career. The comedian recently shared a behind-the-scenes video of the stunt and shared his physical training, which includes more than 500 skydives and 13,000 motocross jumps.

Read > Mission: Impossible 7: Find out how Tom Cruise pulled off the most dangerous stunt of his career

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Tom Cruise performs an extreme motorcycle stunt © @TomCruise / Twitter

Drive 1000 km in an electric car?

Will it one day be possible to cross France without needing to charge your electric car? That’s what Svolt Energy and EVE Lithium Energy promise. Indeed, two Chinese companies have introduced two new batteries with an autonomy of 1000 km. One of them could even be fully charged in less than 10 minutes thanks to the new ultra-fast charging technology.

Read > Electric cars: batteries that can be charged in less than 10 minutes for a range of 1000 km soon?

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Charging an electric car © Ernest Ojeh / Unsplash

The new PS5 will be released in 2023

Sony’s VP of Platform Experience used an interview with Famitsu magazine to talk about the new PS5. According to Hideaki Nishino, the new version of the console will probably be released in 2023.

Read > Sony confirms new PS5 coming next year

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Towards a new PS5 in 2023 © Unsplash

It has been accused of being an Avatar 2 movie horrible and racist »

During the movie Avatar: The Waterway has been a hit since it was released in theaters, with some viewers offended and even calling for a boycott, especially in the United States. Indeed, some communities consider James Cameron’s film ” horrible and racist » Considering that the director would have mastered certain cultures of local peoples.

Our tests and papers of the week

Which laptop should you choose for your most powerful games in 2023?

Are you a gamer looking for a new laptop? This guide is made for you! Tom’s Guide has compiled a file full of recommendations to help you choose the model that best suits your needs and your wallet. To help you find the perfect gaming laptop for you, we’re sharing our pick of the best configurations.

Read > Best gaming laptops: Which model to buy in 2023?

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Discover 10 ideal apps to keep your kids busy smartly

Christmas is the holiday season and it’s not always easy to keep your kids busy during the holidays. Along with outdoor activities and board games, some entertainment programs can help you. We’ve compiled a list of the 10 best educational apps to help you have fun while imparting knowledge to your kids.

Read > iOS, Android: 10 free apps to keep your kids smart during the holidays

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iOS, Android – how to keep kids smart during the holidays?

Disney +: 2023 begins with a beautiful catalog!

The new year is fast approaching and it’s time to discover the full agenda for January 2023. As always, Disney+ offers us new products not to be missed under any circumstances. Movies, documentaries, series, there’s something for every taste and style!

Read > Disney+ January 2023: all new movies, series and documentaries

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