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Claude Fable 5 is leaving subscriptions, but maybe not for good

Claude Fable 5 is leaving subscriptions after July 7, but Anthropic says it plans to bring the model back when capacity allows.

Computing News

July 3

Brave’s new Container feature is a lifesaver for anyone juggling multiple accounts

Brave now lets desktop users open tabs in separate Containers, so the same website can run different accounts side by side.

Computing News

July 2

Intel Core i5-12400F box sitting in front of a gaming PC.

Intel may bring back older desktop CPUs because DDR5 is getting too expensive

Intel is reportedly restarting production of older Core CPUs as DDR5 prices make new gaming PC builds harder to justify.

Computing News

July 2

WhatsApp pausing usernames for hundreds of millions of users over fraud fears

WhatsApp’s username feature has run into trouble in India, where officials are concerned about impersonation fraud and fake accounts.

Social Media News

July 2

iPhone 18 Pro Max leak claims a battery capacity eclipsing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Apple’s next Pro Max model could beat Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra on battery size, especially in markets where it ships without a physical SIM tray.

Phones

July 2

iPad Pro refresh could land in 2027 with a cooling boost, but no design change

Apple is reportedly testing new iPad Pro models for spring 2027, with faster chips and a possible vapor chamber cooling system.

Tablets

July 1

Elon Musk talks to the press as he arrives to to have a look at the construction site of the new Tesla Gigafactory near Berlin.

Elon Musk’s SpaceX could be making an AI device that’s slimmer than the iPhone

Elon Musk’s SpaceX has reportedly shown investors an early handset-like AI device prototype, though it is unclear whether it will become a product.

Phones

July 1

SwitchBot’s new outdoor security camera uses AI to describe activity around your home

The new Outdoor Pan/Tilt Cam 3K records in 3K, tracks motion, summarizes events with AI, and helps users find footage using simple prompts.

Smart Home

July 1

Sony is shutting down the PS3 and PS Vita stores after a very long run

PS3 and PS Vita store purchases will end in phases, starting with select PS3 markets in 2026 and expanding globally in 2027.

Gaming News

July 1

Computer Hardware, Electronics, Hardware

Apple Creator Studio adds AI tools across Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro

Apple Creator Studio has received a major AI update, adding automatic captions, edit detection, Auto Mask, image generation, and tighter workflows between Apple’s creative apps.

Computing News

June 30

The no-disc release for GTA 6 could be hiding a deeper problem and that makes me a bit anxious

GTA 6’s missing disc release is frustrating for gamers, but the most convincing explanation may be that Rockstar is still working to finish the game.

Gaming News

June 30

A new OLED gaming tablet from Red Magic puts liquid cooling on display

The Red Magic Gaming Tablet 5 Pro has launched in China with a 185Hz OLED display, active liquid cooling, dual USB-C ports, and a global release planned as the Astra 2.

Tablets

June 30

Galaxy Z Fold 8 may arrive soon, and the biggest upgrades just leaked

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 may launch soon with a wider design, lighter body, bigger battery, and faster charging, according to a new leak.

Phones

June 30

Instagram is testing a more convenient way to tune recommendations

Instagram is testing new shortcuts for Your Algorithm, making it easier for users to adjust recommendations while browsing Feed and Reels.

Social Media News

June 28

Screens before age two may come with serious developmental risks, study warns

Researchers say babies and toddlers under two should avoid regular screen time, warning that phones and tablets can displace play, sleep, language exposure, and caregiver interaction.

Phones Tablets

June 28

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Doctors built an AI stress pal that picks body signals form your smartwatch and earbuds

Researchers have built an AI assistant that uses data from smartwatches, smartphones, and earbuds to detect changes in emotional state and offer more personal mental-health support.

Wearables News

June 28

Apple’s historically high tax for RAM upgrades on Macs has now become absurd

Mac buyers are being hit with doubled RAM upgrade prices on some configurations, even though Apple’s upgrade pricing was already far above typical market rates.

Computing News

June 28

GTA 6 may not get the real physical release fans were hoping for

A new report says Rockstar has no plans to print GTA 6 discs, despite earlier confusion around a possible post-launch disc release.

Gaming News

June 27

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The Steam Machine launch hasn’t even happened, but the resale circus has begun

Valve’s anti-scalper reservation system appears to be slowing resellers, but it has not stopped them entirely. Steam Machine listings are already popping up online.

Gaming News

June 27

The refurbished MacBook Neo may be your best way around Apple’s price hike

Refurbished MacBook Neo models have appeared on Apple’s online store, but the savings may not be as generous as you would expect.

Computing News

June 27

This cross-device clipboard app solves the copy-paste problem I keep running into on my Mac

ClipboardAI saves copied text, links, codes, images, and more into a searchable history across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

Computing News

June 26

If you miss the feel of paper in the digital age, this app gives your Mac’s screen a textured look

Paperman is a desktop utility for Mac and Windows that adds paper-like textures over your screen to soften contrast and reduce the glossy look of modern displays.

Computing News

June 26

These are the Prime Day power bank deals I’d recommend if you are still undecided

Anker and Baseus have two strong Prime Day power bank deals for anyone who still needs portable charging before the sale ends.

Phones

June 26

Framework Laptop 13 Pro on display at Computex 2026

Framework found a way to make its new laptop cheaper, but don’t celebrate yet

Some Framework Laptop 13 Pro buyers will get upgraded from 500GB to 1TB SSD storage while also seeing their order price come down.

Computing News

June 26

iPads just got a price hike, and this is your last chance to save a fortune on them with Prime Day deals

Apple has raised iPad prices by up to $200, but Amazon still has several Prime Day deals on iPad, iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPad Pro models.

Tablets

June 25

These are the best Prime Day earbuds deals I found for Android and iPhone users

Prime Day has dropped prices on the Pixel Buds Pro 2 and Beats Studio Buds+, making these earbuds much easier to recommend.

Audio / Video Deals

June 25

I found 2 Prime Day budget laptop deals that make sense for students, work, and everyday use

Prime Day has dropped prices on two budget Windows laptops from ASUS and HP that make sense for work, school, and everyday use.

Computing Deals

June 25

iPhone 18 Pro might not cost a bomb, after all, but I’d still remain cautious

Rising RAM and storage costs are still a problem for Apple, but J.P. Morgan believes the iPhone 18 Pro price increase may be more moderate.

Phones

June 25

These Prime Day charger deals are the ones I’d recommend before prices go back up

Prime Day has dropped prices on useful charging gear from Anker, Ugeen, and Belkin, including GaN power bricks and magnetic charging stands.

Phones

June 24

Wearing Apple Watch Series 11 and Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 Classic.

These are the best Prime Day deals on health wearables that I’d recommend before they sell out

Prime Day has dropped prices on some of the best health wearables, including Fitbit trackers, Oura Ring 4, Apple Watch Series 11, Galaxy Watch 8, and more.

Wearables Deals

June 23

Leaked render of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Samsung leak claims a bevy of snazzy colors for upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8

Samsung’s next foldables may come in a wide range of colors, including Mint, Pink, Pistachio, Green Shadow, and Violet Shadow, according to a new leak.

Phones

June 23

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.

Gaming News

June 21

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.

Gaming News

June 21

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.

Gaming News

June 21

Windows 11’s modern Media Player is somehow worse than the version from 17 years ago

Microsoft’s modern Media Player for Windows 11 has received an Insider Preview update, but tests suggest it still uses more memory and opens videos more slowly than the classic Windows 7-era version.

Computing News

June 20