OpenAI’s first hardware product sounds more like a companion than a speaker

OpenAI is reportedly developing a screen-free AI smart speaker that acts as a human-like companion, combining ChatGPT, advanced sensors, and a proactive AI assistant in its first consumer hardware product.

News         July 14

I found three Back-to-School gaming accessory deals I’d actually spend my money on

Upgrade your setup with these Back-to-School deals on a Logitech gaming mouse, Sony headset, and GameSir mobile controller.

Features         July 14

Microsoft wants Windows 11 and your phone to become best friends

For years, Phone Link has felt like that one app everyone knows exists but rarely remembers to open. Microsoft apparently wants to change that. According to a report from Windows Central, the company is working on a major overhaul of how smartphones integrate with Windows 11, making phones feel like a native part of the […]

News         July 12

ASUS expands its ProArt lineup with a compact keyboard and a smart creator mouse

ASUS has expanded its ProArt ecosystem with the new ProArt Keyboard KD300 and ProArt Mouse MD301, bringing creator-focused features, compact design, and multi-device connectivity to professionals.

News         July 12

Apple’s M7 Ultra could take on Nvidia Blackwell with a staggering 1.5TB of memory

Apple's M7 Ultra chip could feature up to 1.5TB of unified memory, reportedly bringing AI performance closer to Nvidia Blackwell while powering future Macs and Apple Intelligence servers.

News         July 12

The Apple Car may be dead, but it became the foundation of Apple Intelligence

Apple's canceled self-driving car project reportedly became the technological foundation for Apple Intelligence, helping create the Neural Engine and the AI hardware powering today's iPhones, Macs, and Apple AI servers.

Emerging Tech         July 12

Apple could launch two new Apple Pencils next spring alongside the iPad Pro

Apple is reportedly preparing two new Apple Pencil models for next spring, including a refreshed Apple Pencil Pro and an updated USB-C Apple Pencil, expected to launch alongside the next-generation iPad Pro.

Tablets         July 12

Well… at least God of War Laufey is getting a physical disc

Santa Monica Studio has confirmed that God of War Laufey will be released on a physical disc, offering welcome news for collectors amid growing concerns over digital-only game releases.

News         July 10

Claude Code can now browse the web without opening Chrome

Anthropic has added an in-app browser to Claude Code on desktop, allowing the AI coding assistant to browse websites, read documentation, and interact with web pages directly inside the app.

News         July 10

Apple is suing OpenAI over theft of trade secrets in blockbuster lawsuit

Apple has sued OpenAI, alleging the company orchestrated a campaign to steal confidential product information through former employees as both companies race to build next-generation AI hardware.

News         July 10

Sony returns to the professional IEM market with the IER-M500

Sony has launched the IER-M500 professional in-ear monitors, featuring a new dynamic driver, high passive noise isolation, detachable cable, and stage-ready design for musicians and performers.

News         July 9

AMD just made Ryzen laptop chips even more confusing, but here’s what’s actually new

AMD has expanded its mobile processor lineup with 11 new Ryzen 200 and Ryzen 100 series processors based on Hawk Point, though the company's latest naming strategy is proving more confusing than ever.

News         July 9

Slate’s new EV truck colors are straight out of a Crayola box

Slate Auto has partnered with Crayola to launch five colorful wrap kits for its affordable electric truck, marking the crayon maker's first-ever collaboration with an automotive brand.

Cars         July 9

Your child isn’t the only one addicted to a phone, says new study

A new study published in Frontiers in Psychology suggests excessive smartphone use by parents could weaken emotional bonds with their children, leading to long-term developmental and psychological effects.

Phones         July 8

Google Photos can now turn your ordinary videos into AI-generated works of art

Google has introduced Video Remix for Google Photos, a new Gemini-powered feature that transforms ordinary videos with AI-generated lighting, artistic styles, and background changes in just a few taps.

Phones         July 8

Criterion says Burnout isn’t forgotten… but that’s exactly what worries me

Criterion says Burnout remains an important part of the studio's identity, but Battlefield is now its future. While the decision makes perfect business sense after Battlefield 6's success, it also highlights how few true arcade racing games remain today.

Features         July 8

Xbox reportedly cancels Avowed sequel to make room for a new Fallout game from the New Vegas director

Bloomberg reports that Obsidian Entertainment has shifted development to a new Fallout game led by Fallout: New Vegas director Josh Sawyer, while the planned Avowed sequel has been cancelled.

News         July 8

Budget smartphones are getting squeezed, and AI is one reason why

An Omdia report warns that smartphones priced below $400 could decline by more than 22% in 2026 as rising memory costs, fueled in part by AI demands, reshape the global smartphone market.

Phones         July 7

Trying to cancel PS Plus? Sony might just make you an offer

PlayStation users report receiving discounts of up to 50% on PS Plus subscriptions when attempting to cancel, suggesting Sony is testing a new retention strategy.

News         July 7

Xbox’s Netflix strategy has reportedly failed. Now it’s betting on hardware again

Bloomberg reports Microsoft is shifting Xbox's strategy away from its long-standing subscription-first vision, with renewed focus on hardware, consoles, and first-party exclusives.

News         July 7

Xbox reportedly wanted 77 million Game Pass subscribers. It has just 30 million

A new Bloomberg report says Microsoft hoped Xbox Game Pass would reach 77 million subscribers by fiscal 2026, but the service reportedly has just 30 million users today.

News         July 7

Solos’ latest AI glasses are getting a literal privacy mode

Solos has unveiled the camera-free AirGo A6 smart glasses alongside a Privacy Kit for the AirGo V2 that physically blocks its onboard camera.

News         July 7

You can finally install Windows on the Steam Machine, for reasons only you understand

Valve has released official Windows drivers for the Steam Machine, making it easier to install Microsoft's OS, though SteamOS still appears to offer better gaming performance.

News         July 7

Marshall refreshes its Acton and Stanmore speakers with better bass and repairability

Marshall has launched the Acton IV and Stanmore IV Bluetooth speakers with improved acoustics, Bluetooth Auracast, replaceable parts, and better placement flexibility.

News         July 7

Robots can now ‘see’ touch thanks to a new color-changing tactile sensor

Scientists have developed a color-changing tactile sensor that lets robots visualize touch in real time, paving the way for more precise manufacturing, prosthetics, and robotic surgery.

News         July 4

Scientists warn Elon Musk’s orbital data centers could blind Earth’s biggest telescopes

The European Southern Observatory warns that rapidly growing satellite constellations could disrupt Earth's most powerful telescopes and is proposing new limits to protect astronomy.

Space         July 4

Amazon’s Starlink rival is set to launch satellite internet later this year

Amazon plans to launch its initial Leo satellite internet service later this year after placing nearly 400 satellites into orbit, setting up a bigger challenge to SpaceX's Starlink.

Space         July 2

Meta just launched a vibe-coding app for games, and it’s called Pocket

Meta has quietly launched Pocket, a new AI-powered app that lets users create, play, and share mini-games simply by describing them in plain English.

Phones         July 2

Tesla launches the six-seat Model Y Long Wheelbase in the US

Tesla has launched the six-seat Model Y Long Wheelbase in the US and Puerto Rico, featuring a stretched cabin, 325 miles of range, and upgraded comfort features.

Cars         July 2

Apple’s M6 chip isn’t even here yet, but you’ll see M7 Macs early in 2027

Mark Gurman says Apple is aiming to launch its first M7-powered devices in early 2027, alongside a refreshed iPad Pro lineup and redesigned entry-level MacBook Pro.

News         July 1

In this economy, Cinder City is asking for 64GB RAM. The rest of its PC specs are even weirder. [Update]

Cinder City's recommended PC requirements list 64GB of RAM alongside an RTX 4060, leaving PC gamers wondering whether the specs are a mistake or a sign of what's to come.

News         July 1

OASIS Smart ring hides a trackpad and it lets you whisper-control your computer

OASIS has unveiled the OASIS 1 smart ring, featuring a built-in microphone and miniature trackpad that lets users whisper text instead of typing.

News         June 30

WhatsApp clears that usernames won’t leave you open to scammers

WhatsApp says its upcoming username feature includes multiple safeguards to prevent scams, impersonation, and unwanted messages after users raised privacy concerns.

Phones         June 30

FAA clears the runway for Mach flights that could cut travel times nearly in half

The FAA has announced new proposed rules to enable supersonic passenger flights in the U.S., paving the way for aircraft that could cut travel times nearly in half.

News         June 30

Sony’s next PlayStation could break free of the living room and I think it’s worth the risk

Sony has hinted that the next PlayStation will go beyond the living room. Could that finally mean a native PS6 handheld? Here's why the idea makes more sense than many think.

Features         June 29

iPhone 18 Pro images are already floating on the dark web with a whole bunch of other Apple secrets

Confidential iPhone 18 Pro photos and supplier documents have surfaced on the dark web following a cyberattack on Apple supplier Tata Electronics.

Phones         June 29

Meta’s Brain2Qwerty v2 turns thoughts into text, and it doesn’t need brain implants

Meta has unveiled Brain2Qwerty v2, an AI system that converts brain activity into text without surgery, bringing assistive communication a step closer to reality.

News         June 29

XChat finally lands on Android, bringing encrypted messaging beyond X

X has officially launched XChat for Android, bringing its standalone encrypted messaging app to Google's mobile platform.

Phones         June 29