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Valve launches Steam Machine starting at $1,049 with June 30 shipping
Valve is returning to the living room with a premium Steam Machine featuring semi-custom AMD silicon and a strict anti-scalper reservation system.
WhatsApp introduces usernames to let users chat without sharing phone numbers
Meta's WhatsApp is introducing unique usernames to improve user privacy and reduce the need to share personal mobile numbers to initiate contact.
Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service
Barracuda researchers identify surge in sophisticated phishing-as-a-service
Tidal stops royalty payments for fully AI-generated music
Tidal has announced a new strategy to demonetize music fully generated by synthetic tools while introducing AI-labeling badges to improve transparency.
Samsung reportedly planning to launch a smartphone with a rollable screen
Samsung is reportedly developing a rollable smartphone, which industry observers refer to as the Galaxy Z Slide, targeting a launch in early 2028. This design aims to provide a tablet-like experience that avoids the hinge creases associated with current foldable devices.
Nintendo sets Switch 2 price at 499 dollars starting September 1
Nintendo has officially announced a global price hike for the Switch 2 console, citing rising component costs and semiconductor market volatility. The adjustment sets the new U.S. retail price at $499.99 starting September 1, 2026.
Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes reveals Zohar as new DLC character
Zohar joins the Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes roster as the fourth DLC fighter, featuring a puppet-style playstyle alongside a major system update.
Bakunawa Killer revealed as a new character for Virtua Fighter Crossroads
The Bakunawa Killer debuts as a mysterious, playable antagonist in Virtua Fighter Crossroads. The new RGG Studio title shifts the series toward a narrative-driven action-adventure experience.
Samsung to charge 5 dollars monthly for SmartThings API access in October
Samsung plans to transition its SmartThings API to a subscription model, impacting third-party developers, commercial partners, and home automation platforms.
Sunaofe Announces Pre-Order for the Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair
Sunaofe has launched its flagship Atlas Ergonomic Office Chair, a direct-to-consumer model designed to provide adjustability for remote and hybrid workers.
AI search engines pull from different web sources than Google rankings
A divergence between traditional search results and AI citations is forcing publishers to shift from keyword-based SEO to answer-engine optimization. Top-ranked organic pages are often ignored by AI tools, requiring new strategies to improve citation probability.
Steam Machine reservations face massive scalper markups on eBay
Valve's randomized reservation system for the Steam Machine has failed to stop resellers, with digital slots fetching high premiums on the secondary market.
Kensington Launches New Thunderbolt 5 Dock With Triple 4K Support
Kensington has launched the SD5010T5 Thunderbolt 5 docking station, providing up to 120Gbps of bandwidth for data-intensive professional workflows. The 13-in-1 device offers extensive display support and dynamic power delivery for Windows and macOS users.
Samsung to launch Galaxy Z Fold 8 and new wearables at July 22 Unpacked
Samsung to launch Galaxy Z Fold 8 and new wearables at July 22 Unpacked
GTA 6 pre-orders see inflated prices on eBay despite wide availability
Despite Rockstar Games confirming widespread availability for Grand Theft Auto 6, unauthorized resellers are inflating prices on platforms like eBay. Experts urge fans to avoid these listings and remain wary of fraudulent scams targeting prospective players.
Apple to launch first touchscreen MacBook with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips
Apple is set to launch its first touchscreen MacBook featuring OLED displays and M5 series silicon. This hardware represents a departure from the company's historical design philosophy regarding touch interfaces.
Apple to skip M6 Pro and Max variants in shift toward M7 generation
Apple is bypassing the creation of M6 Pro and Max variants to fast-track the M7 chip, which is being engineered to advance on-device artificial intelligence.
Snap faces backlash over design and price of new $2,195 AR glasses
Snap faces backlash following the unveiling of its $2,195 augmented reality glasses, with critics citing aesthetic concerns and a high price point.
Greubel Forsey Balancier QM
Greubel Forsey elevates watchmaking with the Balancier QM, a timepiece introducing the rigorous Qualité Musée finishing standard. This 39.6mm white gold watch showcases meticulous in-house craftsmanship and a movement with a 72-hour power reserve.
Wallmakers completes restaurant made from shipping containers
Architectural firm Wallmakers has transformed 12 discarded shipping containers into a thermally efficient, 200-seat restaurant in Tuticorin, India. The project uses a poured earth facade to reduce the building's cooling load by 38 percent.