The Google Pixel 8a has been revealed in official-looking renders showcasing four color variants, including vibrant blue and green options, with a rounded design and larger bezels than its predecessor, the Pixel 7a.
Apple's iOS 18 Siri is expected to see significant improvements with the integration of generative AI, enabling it to interface with third-party apps and perform complex tasks, according to reports and Apple's own research.
Manor Lords, a city-building/RTS hybrid game, performs well on older PCs and handhelds like the Steam Deck, with recommended specs that are relatively low and the ability to run on weak hardware. It also supports upscaling technologies like FSR and DLSS, which further improve performance and visuals.
Manor Lords is an ambitious city builder game that combines elements of the genre with strategic, tactical considerations, offering immersive gameplay and a variety of scenarios to choose from.
Apple is relaxing its rules on repairs, allowing customers and independent repair providers to use used Apple parts, potentially lowering the cost of fixes for iPhone owners.
Wrecking Crew '98, Super R-Type, and Amazing Hebereke have been added to the Nintendo Switch Online library, offering classic SNES gameplay experiences to subscribers.
Roguelike deckbuilding games have gained momentum, with thousands of titles on Steam, leading to increased interest from developers and players alike.
Nintendo Switch Online continues to slowly add prehistoric games to its library, with the recent addition of Super R-Type, Wrecking Crew '98, and Sugoi Hebereke, but the limited selection and lack of first-party games leaves much to be desired.
Stellar Blade, a new action game for the PS5, has a reasonable file size of 30.4GB despite its cinematic emphasis and estimated 25-hour length, distinguishing it from other hefty downloads.
Best Buy is hosting a three-day sale with discounts on various products including Apple tech such as the MacBook Air and iPad, as well as TVs, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, and headphones.
Google has announced a new paid AI classification service that automatically classifies important documents in organizations to enhance user security within its Workspace productivity suite.
Intel is investigating issues related to Tekken 8 crashes and potential CPU hardware degradation on their higher-end processors, particularly the 13th and 14th generation i9 chips, which may be caused by motherboard and BIOS settings pushing past the suggested volt usage.
Apple has announced that with the introduction of select iPhone models starting this fall, customers and independent repair shops will be able to use used genuine Apple parts to repair devices without any loss of function.
Destiny 2 has introduced "shinies" – rare, visually distinctive weapons with enhanced perks – that have brought back the excitement of loot drops for players, although the limited-time availability of these weapons has been a source of criticism.
Humane Ai Pin, a display-less wearable that projects virtual information onto your palm and takes voice-activated commands, has received harsh critiques from reviewers who questioned its execution, complex hand gestures, required monthly subscription, sound quality, and overheating.
Despite its small size and limited graphics, the Playdate handheld gaming device has gained a devoted community and offers a unique gaming experience with its crank and diverse library of over 100 indie games.
OpenAI's GPT-4 Turbo, an improved language model, brings enhanced math, logical reasoning, coding, and writing skills to paid ChatGPT users, enabling more direct and conversational language responses.
Fans of the upcoming game GTA 6 have recreated the game's official trailer using real-world footage and actors, resulting in a remarkably accurate live-action version.
A 36-year-old man in Japan has been arrested for selling illegally modified Pokémon save data online, potentially facing imprisonment or fines.
Apple has issued a spyware warning to iPhone users in 92 countries, notifying them of targeted attacks aimed at remotely compromising their devices, with the attacks likely being carried out by nation-state actors.
Google has renamed the generic weather widget to "Pixel Weather" in Android 15 Beta, hinting at the possibility of a first-party weather experience exclusively for Pixel devices.
Hackers are bypassing two-factor authentication on Google accounts and targeting users with cryptocurrency scams, leaving them unable to recover their accounts, according to reports on official and unofficial Google support forums.
Seed Saga, a collaboration between advertising agencies Agency for Nature and Wieden+Kennedy and mmorpg Guild Wars 2, is offering free seeds in the UK and asks gamers to explain why they deserve a pack.
Discord is removing servers and disabling accounts for Nintendo Switch emulators Sudachi and Suyu due to alleged copyright violations, possibly linked to previous legal issues; however, it remains unclear if the channels themselves were actually violating IP rights.
NVIDIA has discovered stability problems in Intel's 13th and 14th generation Raptor Lake Core processors, particularly in the K-series models, prompting them to advise affected users to contact Intel for support while the chipmaker investigates and establishes potential solutions.
Gail Wise became the first person in the United States to buy a Ford Mustang in 1964, and 60 years later, she and her husband have restored the car to its former glory.
Multiple users, including a former Microsoft software engineer, have expressed frustrations with the Start menu in Windows 11, citing performance issues and difficulty in finding apps, prompting Microsoft to investigate the matter.
Humane's Ai Pin designer defends the wearable smart device after receiving negative reviews, stating that it is not a perfect product but offers an alternative to smartphones and screens.
Super Earth's treatment of the beloved NPC pilot, Eagle-1, in Helldivers 2 has caused concern among fans as a ship upgrade puts her at risk, leading to debates on Reddit about the ethics of sacrificing her for extra bombs.
The playable demo for Stellar Blade on PS5 had almost double the number of daily active players compared to the demo for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, according to a recent analysis, which could be attributed to Stellar Blade being a new IP with curiosity surrounding its worth and Final Fantasy fans potentially saving their experience for the full game's release.
Nintendo Switch Online has added three new SNES games to its catalogue, including Wrecking Crew '98, while Japan also receives a different selection of titles.
Google will discontinue its Google One VPN service later this year due to low usage, directing existing users to third-party alternatives, though Google Fi and Pixel users will still have access to VPN functionality.
Sony's subscription service, PS Plus Premium, will be offering the classic survival horror game Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare to its members, complete with new features like save states and video filters.
Bethesda is updating Fallout 4 with widescreen and ultra-widescreen support, as well as quest updates and fixes to Creation Kit, likely capitalizing on the hype generated by the Fallout TV show.
OnePlus made a mistake by prematurely announcing its partnership with Google for the introduction of the "Gemini Ultra Large Model" on smartphones, instead, they will be introducing "Gemini Models" that promise to bring revolutionary AI experiences to mobile devices.
Amazon Prime subscribers can claim a free copy of Fallout 76 on PC or Xbox, along with other games, as part of the launch of the "Fallout" TV show on Prime Video.
NASA is set to test a new solar sail design called the Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3), which features stiffer and lighter booms made of carbon fiber and flexible polymers, in hopes of improving the effectiveness of solar sails for spacecraft propulsion.
Android 15 beta introduces a new default wallet app option, allowing users to choose a default app for contactless payments, digital car keys, and store loyalty cards.
The Apple Watch Series 10, expected to be released in late summer or early fall of 2024, is rumored to include upgrades for health tracking, communication, safety, and a potential redesign or exclusive features through watchOS 11, with a starting price of $399 for a 41mm model.
OpenAI has upgraded its ChatGPT with the GPT-4 Turbo model, providing paying subscribers with more direct and concise answers, improved writing and reasoning skills, and access to an expanded knowledge base.
The special trailer for Visions of Mana released by Square Enix outlines the history of the Mana series through the life of a player and teases the continuation of the adventure in the upcoming game.
Apple has issued iPhone security alerts to users in 92 countries, warning that their devices have been targeted in a rare and complex mercenary spyware attack, which can grant remote access to sensitive data, communications, and camera/microphone.
Researchers from The University of Tokyo have developed a cost-effective method for generating full-color holographic images using smartphone screens, offering potential advancements in augmented and virtual reality displays.
OpenAI has released an updated version of its chatbot, ChatGPT, called GPT-4 Turbo, offering improved writing, math, logical reasoning, coding, and conversational language for its premium users, following recent controversies involving OpenAI.
Nintendo has added three new titles to its Super Nintendo collection for the Switch Online retro library, including Japan-only Super Famicom releases such as Wrecking Crew '98, Amazing Hebereke, and Super R-Type.
Connections is a popular word game created by the New York Times that requires players to group four words that have something in common in an increasingly challenging puzzle, with the option to share results on social media and receive daily hints for solving the game.
Roku OS 13 is now rolling out with new features for Roku TVs and players, including automatic picture adjustment and the ability to turn your TV into a work of art when not in use.
The Humane AI Pin, a gadget touted as a potential replacement for smartphones, has received negative reviews, with critics stating that it does not live up to expectations and is not a solution for technological problems.
Google is shutting down its VPN feature in Google One due to lack of usage, aiming to focus on more in-demand features, but the free Pixel VPN and the VPN available with Google Fi will remain unaffected.
Facebook Messenger now allows users to upload HD photos, create shared albums, and send larger files up to 100MB.