Valve reveals Steam Machine pricing, and it’s definitely not a budget console
Valve has officially revealed Steam Machine pricing, with the new SteamOS-powered gaming PC starting at $1,049 ahead of reservations opening this week.
Galaxy S27 leak suggests Samsung could reuse the same cameras yet again
A new Galaxy S27 leak suggests Samsung could once again stick with the same camera sensors found in recent Galaxy S phones. While AI and image processing continue to improve, some fans may be wondering how long software alone can carry the load.
Google is diving into the film world with millions of dollars, and yes, AI is involved
Google is investing roughly $75 million in A24 as part of a new AI research partnership with Google DeepMind aimed at developing filmmaking tools.
Getty Images accused AI of wholesale theft. It’s now an official ChatGPT image partner.
Getty Images has announced a new display agreement with OpenAI that will bring its licensed visual content into ChatGPT. The partnership is notable given Getty's long-running criticism of AI companies over how training data is sourced, marking an unexpected new chapter in the AI industry's relationship with content owners.
I love Apple, but this watchOS decision might be my breaking point
My Apple Watch SE 2 still works perfectly. So why does it already feel left behind? Why Apple, why?
AirPods Max 2 slide to just $399 ahead of Prime Day and I highly recommend you snag it
Amazon has the AirPods Max 2 at $399, 27% off the $549 launch price, the lowest price yet for Apple's latest over-ear headphones.
Timekettle’s new X1 Meeting Hub does real-time translation for 50 people and fits in your pocket
The Timekettle X1 Meeting Hub handles multilingual meetings for 50 people, supports 52 languages, and stores transcripts locally at $849.
This modular robot mower handles up to 6 acres, and it’s over $1,000 off for Prime Day
Save $1,000 on the YARBO Robot Lawn Mower Pro this Prime Day, now $4,999 on Amazon. Wire-free RTK navigation, AI vision, 6-acre coverage, and a modular design.
Two cordless massagers built for the desk-bound: On sale for Prime Day
The SKG W9 Ultra 2.0 back belt and G7 Pro Fold 3.0 neck massager are on sale on Amazon. Cordless, app-controlled, with heat and titanium heads.
Apple MacBook Air M5 review: Boring has never been this good
Quick Take The MacBook Air M5 is what happens when Apple keeps refining an already excellent laptop instead of reinventing it. On paper, the upgrades feel modest. The design is unchanged, the display is still 60Hz, and the M5 chip isn’t delivering the dramatic leap that makes last year’s model instantly obsolete. Yet after spending […]
This new $30 keychain camera is coming for Kodak Charmera with a flip screen for selfies
Yashica’s Funtastic Keychain Camera is a tiny digital camera with a 180-degree flip screen, 1MP sensor, USB-C charging, and multiple character-themed designs
Nothing’s latest teaser suggests its budget lineup isn’t dead, it’s just rebranding
Shortly after shelving a CMF budget phone, Nothing has teased a likely replacement called the Nothing Phone 4b.
Vivo X300 Ultra Review: So close to perfection it hurts
The Vivo X300 Ultra is more than just a camera phone. It is a complete flagship package that delivers outstanding photography, excellent battery life, top-tier performance, and a polished software experience.
Dell Pro Max 18 Plus review: I tested this giant in an AI startup lab and it refused to sweat
The Dell Pro Max 18 Plus wants to give you all the desktop-tier firepower in the world. In return, you must be ready to bear its sheer bulk and the cost burden.
Xiaomi’s new earbuds are five times cheaper than AirPods Pro, with ANC included
Xiaomi’s Redmi Buds 8 are launching globally with ANC, LHDC support, 44-hour battery life, and a price far below Apple’s AirPods Pro.
Microsoft’s Xbox handheld plans resurface with a mysterious new logo
A new Xbox Handheld logo has appeared on several official game pages, raising questions about whether it simply flags compatibility with existing Windows handhelds or hints at a first-party console still in the works.
Chrome is testing an Ask Gemini button that follows your text highlights around the web
Chrome Canary is testing a floating toolbar with Ask Gemini, Copy, and Share that appears whenever you select text on any webpage.
HMD’s next phone has leaked, and I’m tired of seeing the same iPhone-copycat design again and again
The HMD Luma 2 has leaked with a 6.75-inch 120Hz display, 6,000mAh battery, and a design that borrows heavily from the iPhone 17 Pro.
I replaced pricey Apple extras with Xiaomi gear, and it went better than expected
Xiaomi’s UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W and Redmi Buds 8 Pro offer a surprisingly polished alternative to Apple’s pricier battery pack and AirPods Pro.
TCL QM8L Review: SQD technology for the masses
Instant insight: SQD without the sticker shock When I reviewed the TCL X11L earlier this year, I called it the best picture quality Mini-LED can currently offer. But at $7,999, it’s not the TV most people are actually going to buy. Enter the QM8L, a superb TV with a more approachable price point. TCL stopped following […]
Apple is finally letting me rate my photos, and I can’t stop using it
The iOS 27 developer beta hides a star rating feature in the iPhone Photos app. Here's how to enable it, rate your photos, and filter your library to find your best shots in seconds.
The Galaxy S27 Pro might borrow the Ultra’s best screen trick
Samsung may bring its Privacy Display to more phones, starting with the rumored Galaxy S27 Pro.
I’ve used Apple gear for years, and right now is the best time to buy from the used shelf
Apple plans to raise iPhone prices as a global memory shortage pushes costs higher. After years of buying Apple gear new, here's why I think the used shelf is starting to look like the smarter move.
Black Ops and Black Ops 2 PS5 ports could cost $80 before DLC
Call of Duty fans were excited about Black Ops and Black Ops 2 returning to PlayStation, but possible pricing for the ports has already sparked frustration.
Can an ice machine cool an Nvidia RTX GPU at gaming? A wild mod job proves it can
A YouTuber turned a countertop ice machine into a custom cooler for an Nvidia RTX 3060, dropping Cyberpunk 2077 temperatures from around 60 degrees to 22 to 23 degrees Celsius.
Epic is improving its game launcher with a long overdue speed boost and plenty of new features
Epic is rebuilding its Games Store launcher from the ground up, with faster startup times, future download speed improvements, player reviews, profiles, and more store features planned.
Forget RTX filters. BenQ’s gaming monitor does the pretty stuff itself
BenQ’s MOBIUZ gaming monitors use AI-powered Smart Color and Color Shuttle to auto-tune game visuals on the display side, with shareable presets and no GPU-side performance hit.
Self-powering shaking capsule shows the future of safe drinking water in the palm of our hands
Researchers have developed a self-powered floating capsule that uses kinetic energy to detect contaminated water and disinfect it without batteries or chemicals.
Intel Core 3 test shows it could give Windows laptops a fighting chance again MacBook Neo
Intel's upcoming Core 3 304 processor has appeared in new benchmarks, posting PassMark scores surprisingly close to Apple's A18 Pro-powered MacBook Neo.
Hackers leak facial recognition records tied to millions of Madison Square Garden visitors
A cybercriminal group has published what it claims are millions of records stolen from Madison Square Garden Entertainment. The leak is drawing attention not just because of its size, but because it includes facial recognition data, internal threat assessments, and detailed visitor profiles.
Thanks to AI, a Chinese startup has figured out the priciest fusion energy bottleneck
Fusion energy has spent decades trapped in an expensive cycle of trial and error. Now, a Chinese startup believes AI-powered simulation software could dramatically accelerate reactor development by helping scientists test designs virtually before committing to costly real-world experiments.
Apple’s era of wearable intelligence begins in 2027 and cameras will be a big part of it
Apple's next big AI push may not come through your phone at all. A new report suggests the company is preparing camera-equipped AirPods and its first smart glasses, signaling a major shift toward wearable intelligence.
The Rise of Sovereign File Architectures in Enterprise IT
The focus on scale, speed, and cost in cloud-based file storage has changed. Now, digital residency and digital sovereignty are the priority.
Apple TV and HomePod mini with Apple Intelligence could land in 2027
Apple's AI ambitions may soon reach the living room. A new report suggests updated Apple TV and HomePod mini models are deep in testing, though the biggest changes could happen under the hood rather than on the outside.
Apple has a stacked product lineup slated for later this year
Apple may be gearing up for one of its busiest product cycles in years. From a foldable iPhone to camera-equipped AirPods and smart glasses, the company's roadmap looks surprisingly packed.
TikTok’s AI slop problem is worse than you think — and kids are seeing the most of it
A new study suggests AI-generated junk content has become one of TikTok's defining features. Worse still, children and educational content appear to be among the platform's hardest-hit corners.
iOS 27’s Liquid Glass slider looks simple, but it’s more useful than I expected
After using iOS 27 on my iPhone for over a week, I've found the Liquid Glass slider to be one of the update's most underrated features. Here's how it works and why it's worth trying.
AirPods didn’t kill public life. They made it easier to survive
AirPods get blamed for making people antisocial, but tiny earbuds have also become a normal way to make loud public spaces feel survivable.