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Comcast

Your Xfinity internet might have just doubled in speed — for free

Comcast announced a free-of-charge speed increase for more than 20 million customers on top of several other new perks.
Computing News
The Wind Down feature on TikTok.

TikTok will interrupt teens’ late-night doomscrolling with calming music

Any teen TikTokkers browsing after 10PM will now receive a reminder to breathe and wind down accompanied by soft music.
Phones Mobile
Apple Arcade splash screne on iPhone 14 Pro

The first Katamari Damacy game in eight years is coming to Apple Arcade

Apple Arcade is getting six new games on April 3, including the first Katamari Damacy title in eight years and a brand-new Space Invaders.
Gaming News
Apple HomeKit app on smartphone.

The next iOS update might force you to upgrade Apple Home

The next iOS update might force HomeKit users to update to the latest Home app architecture or lose support, according to code unearthed in the iOS 18.4 beta.
Phones Mobile
Woman with her phone using her Chromecast on her TV.

Is your Chromecast down? Google is already working on a fix

If your Chromecast stopped working over the weekend, don't worry. Google is aware of the issue and is already working on a fix to restore streaming.
Phones Mobile
Mario and friends zip through a race course in Mario Kart 8.

This 2,000 piece Mario Kart Lego set looks like a must-have for fans

Nintendo just revealed a nearly 2,000 piece Mario Kart Lego set that brings Mario and his iconic kart right into your living room.
Gaming News
Sam Bridges walks on a ridge in front of the moon.

You can wear the Death Stranding 2 watch, but it costs three PS5s

Hamilton has partnered with Kojima to produce a limited-edition Death Stranding 2 watch. It looks great, but carries a hefty price tag.
Gaming News
A person holding the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Is your Google Pixel display a little wonky? Good news: There’s a fix

The latest Google Pixel update seems to have introduced a display bug that results in unstable brightness levels while watching videos.
Phones Mobile
Person holding Samsung Galaxy smartphone showing Google Play Store.

Google removed a useful but little-known Play Store feature

You once could share apps directly from the Google Play Store, but the Store's most recent update canned this feature.
Phones Mobile
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You can return faulty Retroid Pocket Minis until March 14, but there’s a catch

If your Retroid Pocket Mini screen doesn't display properly, you can return it until March 14 — but only if you're among the first 200 to reach out.
Gaming News
The Switch 2 next to a TV with Mario Kart.

Nintendo Switch 2 FCC filings suggest Amiibos are here to stay

Recent FCC filings give us a better idea of what to expect from the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, including Wi-Fi 6 and NFC support.
Gaming News
Pouring lava on Zeds in Killing Floor 3.

After a rocky beta, Tripwire has delayed Killing Floor 3 indefinitely

Tripwire Interactive issued a statement that it would continue to work on Killing Floor 3 and address the concerns fans raised during its closed beta.
Gaming News
AMD Ryzen 9000 CPU

AMD ramps up gaming performance with new X3D CPUs, and they’re almost here

AMD finally unveiled the pricing and availability of the long-awaited Ryzen 9 CPUs. No surprise: they're priced the same as last generation, but are available soon.
Computing News
A screenshot from the now-cancelled Earthblade.

Celeste composer gives fans a new glimpse at cancelled Earthblade

Lena Raine, composer for the now-canceled Earthblade, has released the soundtrack on Bandcamp to give us a glimpse of what might have been.
Gaming News
The vertical app drawer in One UI 7.

Samsung Galaxy S25 could get a major software overhaul sooner than expected

The initial builds of Samsung's One UI 8 have been spotted on a test server, suggesting development has begun ont he next iteration of the software.
Phones Mobile
The side of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

The Galaxy 25 Edge shares a design element with the S25 Ultra

The latest renders of the Galaxy S25 Edge give us a better idea of its display and bezel size.
Phones Mobile
The PeckPerk Smart Bird feeder blends in with the nature around it.

The PeckPert Smart Bird Feeder is both inviting and squirrel-proof

The PeckPert Smart Bird Feeder lets you enjoy birdwatching straight from your phone, with built-in protections against pesky squirrels.
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The Ayaneo Pocket Micro is about as old school as handhelds get

The Ayaneo Pocket Micro Classic is a new handheld that captures the spirit of retro gaming in a comfortable, portable way.
Gaming News
A PS5 Pro sits on a table with a DualSense.

You can now rent a PlayStation 5 from PlayStation Direct for the price of a sandwich

A new rental program makes the PlayStation 5 accessible to a wider number of players at a much lower overall cost.
Gaming News
Texting over T-Mobile direct-to-cell satellite network on a phone.

Tired of your carrier? T-Mobile will pay you up to $3,200 to switch

T-Mobile will pay up to $800 per line for up to four lines for anyone that wants to jump ship from their current carrier.
Phones Mobile
Someone holding a Pixel 9 Pro, running the Google Photos app.

Google Photo power users will love this leaked new feature

A potentially new feature has been found hidden in the code of Google Photos, and it could make sorting through duplicate images a lot easier.
Phones Mobile
The iPhone 16e display

An iPhone 17e may be in the cards, but will we ever see an iPhone 18e?

A report from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners, backed by a tip from a proven leaker, suggests the iPhone 17e is more than mere possibility.
Phones Mobile
Two men browse the soon to be defunct Wii U eShop.

In the Switch’s final days, Nintendo finally gets serious about eShop moderation

The Nintendo eShop has never been the most user-friendly, but the recent disappearance of a spate of adult-oriented games suggests moderation might improve.
Gaming News
PlayStation 3.

Surprising PS3 update just dropped – you’ll need it if you want to keep playing

Sony just dropped a surprise PlayStation 3 update, nearly two decades after the console first hit shelves.
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The Pixel 10 will launch with Google’s smartest assistant yet

The Google Pixel 10 could process Gemini requests completely on-device, enabling more functionality with less privacy concerns.
Phones Mobile
A blue shell in Mario Kart 8.

Nintendo wants fans to race one million laps in Mario Kart 8

Between March 7 and March 17, Nintendo invites fans to race a cumulative total of one million laps in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Gaming News
Crazy Taxi gameplay.

90s publisher Acclaim is getting a surprise revival

Classic publisher Acclaim is back after a 21-year nap, with a focus on supporting indie developers and rebooting its older IPs.
Gaming News
11-inch iPad A16

The base iPad just got a lot better, but misses one big feature

The entry-level iPad just received a big performance boost, but it misses out on Apple Intelligence.
Tablets Mobile
A screenshot from LA Noire.

L.A. Noire developer Video Games Deluxe becomes Rockstar Australia

Rockstar Games has acquired partner studio Video Games Deluxe, and the company will rebrand to Rockstar Australia.
Gaming News
Sonic turns into a werehog in Sonic Unleashed.

Sonic Unleashed Recompiled is the port you never knew you wanted

Sonic Unleashed Recompiled is a fan-made mod that brings the original game to the modern era with uncapped framerates, smooth gameplay, and so much more.
Gaming News
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus's cameras.

Samsung is so behind schedule, it might skip from One UI 7 straight to One UI 8

There's more One UI 7 news, and it's not great. Samsung might skip the standard mid-generation updates in order to finish the next version.
Phones Mobile
An image of the NxtPaper 11 Plus.

TCL’s NXTPaper 11 Plus reduces eye strain without sacrificing image quality

TCL's first AI-powered tablet has features that improve accessibility while simulatenously reducing eye strain and fatigue during long hours of use.
Tablets Mobile
TCL 60 SE

TCL adds four new handsets to its TCL 60 series

TCL has expanded its TCL 60 series — first introduced at CES 2025 — with four additional handsets, each with a specific use case in mind.
Phones Mobile
Playing Steam Deck with feet in a hot tub.

Steam crosses 40 million concurrent players for the first time

Steam has broken its all-time record for active players, crossing over the 40 million mark with absolutely no signs of slowing down.
Gaming News
A haunter and palico in Monster Hunter Wilds.

Capcom races to fix a game-breaking bug in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom is striving to fix a bug that can potentially halt forward progress in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Gaming News
Official product render of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus.

We just got our first look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+

The first renders and videos of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ give us a peek at a mid-range tablet with a flagship-worthy design.
Tablets Mobile
A beam of light.

Google Taara could deliver internet at the speed of light

Google's Taara chip could bring Internet connections to areas previously unreachable by existing technology, with speeds on-par with fiber.
Computing News
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Sigil brings Dungeons and Dragons to life like never before

Sigil makes the virtual D&D experience feel almost like playing in-person thanks to its beautifully detailed minis, spell effects, and more.
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