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Google has long pushed the boundaries of smartphone photography, leveraging software and AI to enhance hardware. The Pixel 11 Pro continues this with an astonishing 120x Pro Res zoom, an upgrade from the Pixel 10 Pro’s
Welcome Home! Apple's latest hardware event introduced a suite of new devices designed to enhance your smart home experience. From a dedicated smart hub that recalls the classic iMac G4 to upgraded entertainment and
Brad Bird's long-awaited passion project, "Ray Gunn," has finally arrived on Netflix, delivering a stunning adult animated sci-fi noir. This visual feast combines hard-boiled detective work with retrofuturist aesthetics, proving animation's mature potential. It's a bold, romantic, and action-packed adventure for grown-ups.
Amazon's new Alexa Tablets mark a significant departure from their budget-focused Fire line, offering premium hardware, robust Alexa+ integration, and, crucially, native Google Play access. This trio of devices, including a powerful 12-inch Pro model, positions Amazon as a more serious contender in the broader Android tablet market, moving towards a "Pro" build and experience for work and entertainment. While they come with a higher price tag, the upgrades are substantial.
Being an Apple customer often means investing a significant amount. While the allure of new iPhones, Mac mini desktops, iPads, and other connected-home hardware is strong, the price tag can be a deterrent. Fortunately,
Sony has agreed to transfer over 400 global VR patents, including for AR and MR, to Meta following a December 2025 agreement. This move signals a potential wind-down of Sony's VR hardware efforts, while strengthening Meta's position despite their Reality Labs division facing massive losses and recent restructuring. The transfer will reshape the future of immersive tech.
In a strategic move that positions it directly against tech giants, Brett Adcock's startup Hark has officially launched Hark Pro, an advanced AI agent, a full year before its anticipated hardware devices are set to hit
Washington's climate tech sector secured vital funding for six startups through the Opalene Climate Challenge, a VertueLab initiative. This capital injection addresses a critical gap as the AI boom diverts investor cash, making it harder for sustainability innovations to scale.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T is suffering from a critical cellular service failure, rendering phones unable to call or text. Apple has released preventive software updates but will replace already affected devices for free, acknowledging a hardware-level problem.
HBO Max's *Lanterns* Season 1 is wrapping up this weekend after eight incredible episodes, and I'm genuinely not ready for it to end. The show has surpassed all expectations, becoming a standout superhero series and one of HBO's strongest recent productions. While a second season isn't confirmed, strong viewership and industry buzz offer hope.
Microsoft has cut 277 jobs in Washington, with artists, game designers, and producers heavily impacted. This is part of a broader Xbox restructuring aiming for "growth and profitability." Notably, the next Halo game's development is shifting to Activision.
Meta unveiled the Muse Charm, a Tamagotchi-like wearable for its Muse AI agent, at the Connect event. The palm-sized device, featuring a digital avatar named Jolly, offers users a direct and quick way to interact with the AI via voice and a fingerprint sensor, shipping by December 2026. It represents Meta's strategy to expand AI distribution and experiment with dedicated AI hardware.
Twenty-three years on, Spike's "No, you don't. But thanks for saying it" from the Buffy finale remains a masterclass in character redemption. This line perfectly encapsulates his arduous journey from villain to selfless hero, rejecting false comfort for hard-won truth and cementing his legacy as one of TV's most complex vampires.
Space hardware startup Gravitics is pursuing a $125 million stock offering and Nasdaq listing through a reverse takeover of shell company Non-Invasive Monitoring Systems. This unorthodox move aims to accelerate its public market entry and fund the development of orbital carriers and space station modules, building on significant contracts with Axiom Space, NASA, and the U.S. Space Force.
Tom's Hardware Verdict The Prusa CORE One L+ introduces small but impactful refinements to an already stellar 3D printer. The addition of a new nozzle wiper and enhanced GT1.5 belts boosts print quality and operational
Nintendo's September 2026 Direct unveiled a strong lineup for the Switch 2, including the new 2D Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond. Persona 6 was confirmed for the console, alongside enhanced editions of Pikmin 4 and Resident Evil remakes. The presentation highlighted Nintendo's focus on its new hardware, offering a mix of new titles and beloved classics.
California-based Cowboy Space has leased a massive 291,035-square-foot facility in Kent, Washington, to produce hardware for its planned orbital AI data centers. This is the largest industrial lease in the Puget Sound region this year and is expected to create 300 jobs, advancing the company's goal of launching its Stampede constellation by 2028.
Discover how RAM-based Linux distros can dramatically boost performance and privacy, especially on older hardware. This guide introduces six top options and provides step-by-step instructions to get started.
Acer's new Vero 16 laptop redefines budget-friendly longevity with robust repairability features, making DIY upgrades accessible. It’s a smart move in a market facing rising hardware costs.
Hard Boiled 4K Blu-ray: A New Reference Standard for Home Theater Quick Verdict: John Woo's iconic action classic, Hard Boiled, arrives on 4K Blu-ray with a stunning visual and audio overhaul from Arrow Video, making it
Climate change is intensifying the challenges of parenting, with a new study revealing that 560 million children under the age of ten globally now face at least one additional month of moderate heat stress each year.
This summer, the usual quiet period in gaming transformed into a 'Summer of Hate,' fueled by events like the GTA 6 leaks and early backlash against Marvel's Wolverine previews. A lack of new releases exacerbated negativity, with the community feeding on controversy. Relief is in sight, however, as Gamescom and a flood of Q4 titles are set to bring back the fun.
Verdict Apple’s recent patent for a pressure-sensitive camera button on tablets suggests a future where iPad photography could get a significant hardware enhancement. While the idea of using an iPad as a primary camera
The Verdict: Google's 2026 Vision – Smarter, Stronger, Pricier Google's Made by Google 2026 event brought forth a comprehensive suite of hardware and software updates, headlined by the Pixel 11 series, the Pixel Watch
Optimize your Windows boot time without new hardware. Learn to enable UEFI Fast Boot, activate Windows Fast Startup, and clean up startup apps for a significantly faster PC in under 15 minutes.
