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Meta’s VR metaverse is ditching VR
1+ hour, 47+ min ago (255+ words) Horizon Worlds is now going to be a platform that's "almost exclusively mobile.' The new approach sets Meta up to better compete with platforms like Roblox and Fortnite, which also offer user-generated experiences that can be played on your phone....
There’s a new Nook tablet with a smaller screen but a newer version of Android.
1+ hour, 52+ min ago (144+ words) Despite fierce competition from the Kindle and Kobo, Barnes & Noble's Nook is still around after over 16 years. The latest version, now available for preorder for $149.99, is an Android 15 tablet with an 8.7-inch screen, stereo speakers, a headphone jack, and a…...
Sony is closing the studio behind the Demon’s Souls and Shadow of the Colossus remakes
3+ hour, 33+ min ago (206+ words) Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the PlayStation studio behind well-received remakes of games like Shadow of the Colossus and Demon's Souls, according to Bloomberg. The change was made ... Sony is shutting down Bluepoint Games, the PlayStation studio behind well-received…...
Baseus’ retractable, 6-in-1 travel adapter is on sale for its lowest price to date
4+ hour, 3+ min ago (236+ words) Packing multiple charging adapters can quickly eat up space, which is why an all-in-one travel adapter like the Baseus EnerCore CG11 makes for a good investment. The travel-friendly accessory works in most countries and lets you charge several devices at once,…...
The new Gemini 3.1 Pro AI model “represents a step forward in core reasoning.”
4+ hour, 3+ min ago (212+ words) Gemini 3.1 Pro is rolling out starting today in the Gemini app and NotebookLM. According to Google: > 3.1 Pro is designed for tasks where a simple answer isn't enough, taking advanced reasoning and making it useful for your hardest challenges. This improved…...
Rivian’s Apple Watch app is now available.
4+ hour, 50+ min ago (167+ words) An update to the Rivian mobile app released today introduces a companion app for the Apple Watch. From your wrist you can lock and unlock doors, vent windows, activate the alarm, adjust the cabin temperature using the Apple Watch's crown…...
A closer look at Toy Story’s evil tablet.
5+ hour, 1+ min ago (160+ words) We already knew that the threat in Toy Story 5 would be a fresh piece of technology voiced by Greta Lee, and the latest trailer shows a bit more of the adorably creepy Lilypad, which is "always listening." I guess I…...
Turtle Beach’s new PC controller with swiveling sticks is 30 percent off
5+ hour, 53+ min ago (191+ words) The Turtle Beach Stealth Pivot is on sale for $40 off. You can also save on the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds and a mechanized Lego set inspired by Mario and Yoshi. The defining feature of the Stealth Pivot doesn't lie with…...
Xenoblade Chronicles X is $20 off in time for its Switch 2 upgrade
6+ hour, 59+ min ago (198+ words) Nintendo just released a Switch 2 upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition. The upgrade is $4.99 for owners of the Switch game, or $64.99 if you buy the Switch 2 version. Don't buy the Switch 2 version! Instead, score a deal on the digital Switch…...
Abxylute’s new Switch 2 controller prototype has one big problem
8+ hour, 35+ min ago (240+ words) Gaming accessory company Abxylute has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its upcoming N6 and GameCube-style N9C Switch 2 dock-style controllers. If the ergonomics of Nintendo's Joy-Cons don't jibe with you, these aim to be solid alternatives, particularly for people with medium-to-large-size hands. Both…...