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ASUS launches three ROG Strix OLED monitors starting at 240Hz and $599

ASUS has introduced three new 27-inch ROG Strix OLED gaming monitors with refresh rates up to 280Hz and prices starting at $599, bringing high-end OLED gaming displays closer to mainstream budgets.
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YouTube is finally addressing the riskiest side of deepfaked videos

YouTube is expanding its AI “likeness detection” system to journalists, government officials, and political candidates to help detect deepfake videos impersonating them.
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Razer unveils a fully agentic version of its AI companion AVA

Razer has revealed a “fully agentic” version of its AI companion AVA that can run locally on a PC or in the cloud, marking a major step toward autonomous AI assistants for gamers and creators.
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Google leak shows the upcoming Pixel 11 Pro Fold in slimmer, but familiar garb

A new leak reveals the Pixel 11 Pro Fold may arrive with a slimmer design while keeping the familiar Pixel foldable look.
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Hisense launches 2026 U7 and U6 series with big features and friendly prices

Hisense has announced its 2026 ULED MiniLED TV lineup, featuring the U6 and U7 series with larger screen sizes, brighter MiniLED panels, and gaming upgrades.
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OpenAI is delaying its adult mode for ChatGPT

OpenAI has delayed the rollout of ChatGPT’s planned “adult mode,” a feature designed to allow verified adult users to access erotica and other mature content.
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ChatGPT and Gemini are nudging users towards illegal gambling, says investigation

An investigation has found that AI chatbots such as ChatGPT and Gemini can be prompted to recommend illegal offshore casinos, raising concerns about gambling addiction and weak safeguards.
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After Nothing, Samsung could let you build your own apps with AI on Galaxy phones

Samsung is reportedly exploring “vibe coding,” an AI-powered feature that could allow Galaxy phone users to create custom apps or modify their device experience without traditional coding.
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NVIDIA reportedly turning to Samsung to revive the RTX 3060

A new report claims Samsung Foundry may restart production of NVIDIA’s RTX 3060 GPU, potentially bringing the popular Ampere graphics card back to market.
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A $1,000 Xbox might actually make sense, if Project Helix gets it right

Rumors suggest Microsoft’s next Xbox, Project Helix, could cost up to $1,000 or more, but its hybrid console-PC design and massive performance leap may justify the price.
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Sony may push ahead with PS6 despite rising component costs

A new report claims the PlayStation 6 will likely not be delayed despite rising RAM prices, with insider Moore’s Law Is Dead suggesting it would cost Sony more to postpone the console.
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TCL’s new 4K OLED monitor is astonishingly sleek and 240Hz fast

TCL has unveiled the 32X3A, a new 31.5-inch 4K OLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate, dual-mode 480Hz gaming, and an ultra-thin 6.4mm design.
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Sony may be testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store

Sony appears to be testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, where some users may see different discounts for the same game depending on account or region.
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Nintendo takes the U.S. government to court over tariffs

Nintendo has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government seeking refunds for tariffs imposed during the Trump administration after courts ruled the duties unlawful.
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The new fad of PC renting is a nightmare and I’m scared about the future of gaming

Renting gaming hardware might lower the barrier to entry today, but it could also redefine what it means to truly own a gaming setup tomorrow.
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Valve hints at Steam Machine delay… but the plot thickens

Valve says memory and storage shortages may delay the Steam Machine and related hardware, while updated listings showing “Coming soon” suggest development is still progressing behind the scenes.
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The Xbox isn’t ending, but it needs these 3 changes to return to glory

If you’ve spent any time following gaming news in early 2026, you might think the end of Xbox is right around the corner. Between reports of a 32% year-over-year drop in hardware revenue, the sudden departure of longtime Xbox boss Phil Spencer, and wild speculation that Microsoft might pivot the entire gaming division toward AI, […]
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Xbox Project Helix may cost $1,200 with massive performance upgrades

A new rumor suggests Microsoft’s next-generation Xbox, codenamed Project Helix, could cost between $999 and $1,200 while delivering major performance gains over the Xbox Series X.
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LG finally reveals pricing for its 2026 OLED TVs, and it’s good news

LG has announced pricing and availability for its 2026 OLED evo G6 and C6 TVs. The new models start at $1,399 and $2,499 respectively, matching last year’s launch pricing despite upgraded display technology.
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WhatsApp might soon put some features behind a subscription

WhatsApp is reportedly working on an optional subscription plan called WhatsApp Plus that could unlock premium features like app themes, custom icons, and additional pinned chats.
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Amazon’s AI could soon help run your doctor’s office

Amazon has introduced Amazon Connect Health, an AI platform designed to automate healthcare tasks like appointment scheduling, patient verification, and medical documentation.
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An 8-bit quality surprise on Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra has stumped me

Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy S26 Ultra uses an 8-bit display, despite earlier assumptions of a 10-bit panel, sparking backlash from reviewers and the smartphone community.
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March Pixel Drop and Android updates bring long-awaited features to your phone

Google’s March 2026 Pixel Drop enhances Circle to Search and introduces smarter restaurant recommendations through Magic Cue and Gemini, alongside broader Android ecosystem updates like Find Hub improvements.
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Xbox Game Pass just dropped one of its hottest waves yet

Xbox Game Pass March 2026 Wave 1 includes Cyberpunk 2077, EA Sports F1 25, and Hollow Knight: Silksong, delivering one of the subscription service’s strongest lineups in recent memory.
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Claude just beat ChatGPT on the App Store, and the reason is surprising

Claude surpasses ChatGPT in App Store downloads as Pentagon controversy sparks public debate and shifts AI app rankings.
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Anker updates its crowd-pleasing ANC headphones for 2026

Anker has unveiled the Soundcore Space 2 headphones at MWC 2026, bringing upgraded ANC, improved comfort, and longer battery life to its popular budget lineup.
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What you should know about the Cancel ChatGPT trend and whether it crossed a red line

The “Cancel ChatGPT” trend is growing after OpenAI’s Pentagon deal sparked backlash over military AI and surveillance concerns.
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Is the Xbox ending? Don’t count on it yet

A viral claim about the “end of Xbox” is spreading, but Microsoft’s strategy suggests the brand is evolving, not disappearing.
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Crimson Desert delivers native 4K ray tracing without upscaling

Digital Foundry praises Crimson Desert for strong native 4K performance with ray tracing and surprisingly reasonable PC requirements.
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HONOR Magic V6 launches with massive battery and IP69 durability

HONOR Magic V6 launches with IP69 durability, Snapdragon 8 Elite, dual LTPO displays, and a massive 6660mAh battery.
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This tiny Game Boy jukebox is a love letter to all nostalgia-hit Nintendo fans

The Pokémon Red and Blue Game Boy jukebox lets fans relive the classic soundtrack in a retro collectible music player.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 beat the AirPods at high quality audio, but it is quite exclusive

Galaxy Buds 4 support 24-bit/96kHz UHQ audio, but the feature works only with select Galaxy devices running One UI 6.1.1 or newer.
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Tesla’s biggest rival just claimed the world’s longest-range EV

BYD’s Denza Z9 GT claims the world’s longest EV range, pushing electric driving past 1,000 km on a single charge.
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Creaseless foldable phones are here sooner than Apple and Samsung will pull it off

Honor Magic V6 and OPPO Find N6 tease creaseless inner displays, potentially beating Apple and Samsung to truly smooth foldable phones.
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Apple’s code hints at new Studio Display models with two key upgrades

Apple is reportedly testing two new Studio Display models featuring upgraded ports and improved speakers.
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PlayStation 5 Pro is getting a big graphics upgrade with AMD tech

Sony and AMD confirm a new AI upscaling upgrade for PS5 Pro based on FSR 4 and Project Amethyst collaboration.
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Death Stranding 2 PC requirements are surprisingly pleasant

Death Stranding 2 PC system requirements revealed with modest specs, handheld preset, and DLSS, FSR, and XeSS support.
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Discord admits it rushed age checks and is rethinking the rollout

Discord delays global age verification rollout after backlash, promising more options, transparency, and a revised launch later in 2026.