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This Digimon card game is set to rival Pokémon TCG Pocket

Bandai Namco has announced Digimon Alysion, a new mobile trading card game that looks ready to go toe-to-toe with Pokémon TCG Pocket.

TikTok’s new feature aims to help locate missing children more quickly

TikTok's latest feature will bring Amber Alerts to you For You page with the intent of finding missing children as quickly as possible.
NotebookLM providing summary of YouTube videos.

Chromebooks could soon come with Google’s best AI notetaker

Google Chromebooks could soon come with NotebookLM installed by default, introducing the tool to a wider range of users.
A person holding the closed Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Verizon users will soon be able to text via satellite with the right phone

Verizon has enabled non-emergency texting for customers with the Pixel 9 series and Galaxy S25 series devices.
A screenshot of a plane in Microsoft Flight Simulator.

Thrustmaster’s new flight sticks make flight sims even better

Thrustmaster's new Sol-R 1 and Sol-R 2 flight sticks are pricey, but promise to immerse sim players even deeper into the experience.
A person holding the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Apple just patched a security flaw left users open to phishing attacks

A security flaw left iPhone users vulnerable to phishing attacks for nearly three months, but Apple just released a patch to fix the problem.
Three Game Informer magazines are spread out on a marble surface. Games featured on covers (from left): Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Hades 2, and Sonic Superstars.

Game Informer is returning from the dead, and it sounds like good news

Multiple former Game Informer staff members have teased something for March 25, suggesting the beloved magazine could be making a comeback.
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Philips Hue and SmartThings teamed up to make your smart home better

Samsung SmartThings has partnered with Philips Hue to add 155 more products to the Works With SmartThings lineup and streamline the process of adding more.

Video game workers just formed a union anyone can join

Video game industry members have banded together to form a new union aimed at protecting worker rights and ensuring better job security.
Rose Quartz Pixel 9 Pro on a peppermint background.

Getting a Google Play services error? You’re not the only one

A Google Play Store bug is prompting users to download an update when there isn't one to be found, but thankfuly, the bug seems mostly harmless.
A monster attacks in Ark: Survival Evolved.

We just got a new Ark 2 update thanks to an unexpected source

A new trailer for Ark: Lost Colony confirms the existence of the highly-anticipated Ark 2 and gives a few more details about its story.
JBL Synthesis

JBL new luxury amplifiers want to transform your home cinema

The new JBL Synthesis amplifiers offer professional-grade audio for your home theatre, but they come with a high price tag.
A man stands on a rock in Atomfall.

This month, Xbox Game Pass goes post-apocalyptic

March is a great month for , with multiple day-one drops including 33 Immortals and Atomfall, as well as even more titles coming to Game Pass Standard. Unfortunately, the addition of new games also means some of your favorites will be leaving Game Pass. We’ll have a full list of the titles you should binge while […]
Fitbit Inspire

Fitbit’s newest feature could help you sleep better and longer

Fitbit's latest sleep-tracking feature is here, and it aims to help you saw logs with all the proficiency of a lumberjack.
Concept render of a foldable iPhone.

Apple’s rumored foldable could be the most expensive iPhone by far

According to Analyst Tim Long, the foldable iPhone could start at $2,300 for its base configuration. That would make it nearly twice the price of the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
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Google’s new satellite network can help spot wildfires

Google has partnered with numerous other agencies to launch FireSat, a first-of-its-kind wildfire detection system.
Sam Altman at The Age of AI Panel, Berlin.

Razer wants to fight gaming’s AI problem with more AI

has partnered with World to help distinguish real players from bots in multiplayer experiences. Bots in multiplayer games are nothing new; in fact, many games benefit from giving players AI-controlled bots to play against when there aren’t enough human players to fill a server. However, bots can also be too skilled and nearly impossible to […]
CounterStrike 4

The best version of Counter-Strike is getting a ground-up remake

Counter-Strike 1.6, widely thought to be the best version of the game, is back in the form of CS: Legacy.
Person tapping a contactless payment card on an iPhone.

Apple Wallet makes it easier than ever to see recurring payments

Apple Wallet is getting a few new features in the upcoming iOS 18.4 release, including the ability to see preauthorized payments.
Face ID on the iPhone 16e

We just got our best look yet at the iPhone 17 Air

Newly-leaked dummy units give us an idea of the potential final dimensions for the entire iPhone 17 lineup.
Something mysterious observes the observer in Wyrdsong.

Wyrdsong isn’t completely dead, but it’s on life support

The RPG from Bethesda and Obsidian veterans has undergone major changes following studio layoffs, and it's future remains uncertain.
A beginning card collection.

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket is ditching its most hated feature

Trading in Pokémon TCG Pocket will get easier later this year when the game does away with Trade Tokens in favor of using Shinedust.
Knights of the Old Republic character holding a lightsaber.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake shows new signs of life

Information about the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake has been few and far between, but Saber Interactive's COO assures fans it's still underway.
Android 16 lock screen widgets first look.

Your custom Android clock could soon show on the notification panel

A feature discovered in the latest Android 16 beta suggests even more customization options are on the way.
A person holding an iPhone 16e up to a HomePod mini.

Bluetooth troubles with iPhone 16e? You aren’t alone, but a fix might be coming

Numerous iPhone 16e users have reported Bluetooth connectivity problems. While there is no clear cause, some have suggested iOS 18.4 might be the solution.
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OnePlus speculation heats up over ‘Pagani’ device

Max Jambor shared a cryptic post about an upcoming OnePlus device, and fans can't stop speculating what it might mean.
Light Phone 3

The distraction-busting Light Phone III launches at the end of this month

If you want a device that won't distract you or suck you into doomscrolling, the Light Phone III might be just what you're looking for.
Tank 3 Pro in someone's hand.

Move over iPhone, here’s a phone with a massive battery and built-in projector

8849's Tank 3 Pro comes with a massive battery, more RAM than most gaming laptops, and a battery that lasts a week.
Copilot Age of Empires

Copilot for Gaming is like Xbox’s Nintendo tip line, but for AI

Xbox has announced Copilot for Gaming, an AI assistant that can download games on request, provide tips, and much more.
A person playing a game on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Google is about to completely change Android gaming

Google is changing mobile gaming on Android in a big way with performance optimization, ray tracing, and numerous additions to the library.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro in front of case.

Samsung’s next headphones could be coming for Shokz

Samsung reportedly has a new pair of headphones in development that could be set to take on the bone-conduction market.
The Galaxy S25 series held in someone's hand.

Samsung Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 15: worth jumping ship?

The iPhone 15 is a powerful phone, but how does it compare to the new Samsung Galaxy S25? Read on to find out.
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Concerns over AI threaten to extend current video game acting strike

More concerns over AI threaten to extend the SAG-AFTRA voice actor strike if an agreement can't be reached between the union and video game studios.
A palworld person sitting at a campfire in Palworld.

Palworld is finally getting one of its most requested features this month

Crossplay is finally coming to Palworld. Later this month, you'll be able to play with friends on any platform.
DIGIT sensors mounted on a robot hand manipulating glass marbles.

Gemini might soon drive futuristic robots that can do your chores

Gemini Robotics is a Google initiative aimed at connecting AI with robotics to create truly general-purpose machines.
Apple Intelligence & Siri screen on an iPhone 16 Pro

Apple’s forcing your iPhone to turn Apple Intelligence on again

The latest iOS update turned Apple Intelligence back on for most users, so you'll need to disable it again if you prefer an AI-free phone.
HTC Wildfire E5 Plus

HTC quietly launches a sub-$100 smartphone with a lot of compromises

HTC released the Wildfire E5 Plus with little to no fanfare, but this budget handset gets the job done for an impressively low price.
The colorful main cast of characters in Chrono Trigger.

Chrono Trigger anniversary announcement stokes hopes for a remake

Square Enix has teased more projects related to the world of Chrono Trigger, stirring hope for a remake but promising nothing.