Apple is reportedly developing a redesigned, larger-screened iPhone Air for a 2026 release, maintaining the same overall size as the 2025 model. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggests this will precede a third iteration with a larger screen in 2027. Development on a second foldable device, slated for 2027, is...
Virtual reality (VR) partying is exploding in popularity, with platforms like VRChat hosting thousands of concurrent users at weekly events. Driven by factors like affordability and lack of regulation, VR clubs offer a unique escape, attracting a diverse crowd including introverts, seniors, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. ...
A Valve insider, Tyler McVicker, claims Half-Life 3, codenamed HLX, is playable from start to finish and undergoing extensive playtesting. McVicker states that plot details have leaked, despite tighter secrecy than its predecessor, Half-Life Alyx. He speculates an announcement this summer and a winter release are possible, though...
Google is developing an Intrusion Detection system for Android 16, revealed through a Play Services app teardown. This system will log device and network activities, including browsing history and app installs, which are end-to-end encrypted and stored in a private, encrypted Google Drive. Access requires the user's Google...
Apple plans a staggered release for its iPhone 18 lineup in 2026, launching Pro models in fall and standard models, alongside a new iPhone 16e, in spring 2027. A foldable iPhone is also anticipated for fall 2026. To mitigate reliance on China, Apple may manufacture cheaper iPhone 18...
Roku users are reporting washed-out colors when streaming HDR content on various apps, including Disney+, Netflix, and YouTube TV. The issue seems linked to a recent Roku software update (version 14.5), affecting TCL and Hisense Roku TVs. While initially reported on Disney+ and TCL TVs, the problem now...
Nintendo is suing accessory maker Genki for trademark infringement, unfair competition, and false advertising. Genki showcased unauthorized mockups of the upcoming Switch 2 at CES 2025 and promoted accessories claiming compatibility, despite lacking official access. Nintendo alleges Genki's actions were a strategic campaign to capitalize on the Switch 2...
Several new smartwatches and wearables are expected to launch soon. Samsung is rumored to release the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic with a rotating bezel and possibly a Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. Apple may launch an Apple Watch SE 3 with new sizes, but blood oxygen monitoring is unlikely...
A widespread power outage in Spain and Portugal on Monday led to a 35 percent surge in Starlink satellite internet usage as traditional mobile networks failed. Ookla data revealed record Starlink usage in Spain, with thousands resorting to the service due to the lack of mobile coverage. While Starlink...
Microsoft's recent price hikes for its Xbox consoles have made the PlayStation 5 Slim Digital a more attractive option. Sony's current bundles, including Astro Bot, are priced at $399.99, significantly undercutting the increased price of the Xbox Series S. While the Xbox Series S offers portability, the PS5...
