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We are still halfway through 2025, and I know you have already put your wallet to work because we have had incredible experiences – such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Monster Hunter Wilds, Split Fiction, The Alters, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – and the launch of a brand-new console, the Nintendo Switch 2. I have only gotten …

We’re about one month from Google’s rumored launch date of the Pixel 10 lineup, though, we already have a decent understanding of what each device will bring. In the case of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, there’s reported to be a lot of great upgrades, some of which may have quite a few people on the fence between Pixel and …

Pebblebee’s AirTag alternative now doubles as a panic alarm  The Verge Bluetooth tracker Pebblebee adds free SOS alarm to already-purchased devices  Ars Technica Pebblebee Clip, a Find Hub tracker, adds ‘Alert’ with emergency siren, notifications  9to5Google This Bluetooth tracker just became a panic button  Tech Times Meet Alert — Personal Safety Built Into Every Pebblebee Clip for Instant Protection Just in Time for Back …

Grok has just introduced a notable addition to its iOS app: AI Companions, which are fully 3D animated characters that can interact with users via voice. Currently, the feature includes two available companions – Ani, an anime-inspired character known for a flirty and whispery voice, and Rudy, a red panda capable of displaying different moods, including a “Bad Rudy” mode. …

Collectible company Sideshow is teaming up with Pokémon to create a new line of collectible statues, the first of which is a Pokédex-size version of Pokémon #0025, Pikachu. The lovable Mouse Pokémon will be brought to life as a stunning figure that perfectly captures its cuteness and personality. From its bright red cheeks to its distinctive lightning bolt-shaped tail, this …

John Wick Hex is being removed from Steam (and all other platforms) this week, according to a statement released by the game’s publisher, Big Fan Games. “John Wick Hex will be removed from sale on all platforms beginning July 17th, 2025,” the statement shared on the game’s Steam page reads. “After July 17th, 2025, existing owners of John Wick Hex …

IN A NUTSHELL 💡 Researchers at Université Laval have developed a groundbreaking optical AI chip that uses light to achieve data transfer speeds of 1,000 gigabits per second. 🔋 The chip is remarkably energy-efficient, consuming only four joules of energy, equivalent to heating one milliliter of water by 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit. 📈 With its ability to transmit massive amounts of …

The UK’s games industry body has distanced itself from an embarrassing BBC blunder, after an original NES Super Mario Bros. cartridge was shown jammed into an SNES console In the breakfast TV segment broadcast this morning, UKIE boss Nick Poole introduced hosts Jon Kay and Sally Nugent to a selection of retro systems, including a ZX81, a Nintendo Wii, and …

Some of Bose’s best headphones, earbuds, and speakers were nicely discounted for Prime Day, but just because the event has ended doesn’t mean the deals are over. Bose is currently offering discounts on a range of refurbished products, plus an extra 25 percent off on top of that with code SUMMER25. For example, Verge-favorite QuietComfort Ultra Headphones are down to …

In a world of flashy limited-edition video game consoles, the 30th anniversary PS5 hardware Sony released in September 2024 came off as remarkably refined, which might have been why it was so hard to actually buy. If you missed that original drop, you’ll have another chance to order it, according to a Facebook post on the official PlayStation Facebook page. …