Valve has launched its Steam Machine PC-console hybrid with a starting price of £879. The company attributes the high cost to a broader trend of increasing component prices over time. The device aims to bridge PC and console gaming but faces a premium market position.
China's LinShine supercomputer topped the latest TOP500 ranking, achieving 1.5 exaflops using only CPUs, unlike rivals that rely on GPUs. It surpassed the US Frontier system, which held the top spot since 2022. The machine, built by the National University of Defense Technology, uses a custom architecture.
ASML's newest chipmaking machine, costing $400 million, is the size of a double-decker bus and critical for future semiconductor manufacturing. Meanwhile, Anthropic is clashing with the US government over AI regulation. These developments highlight tensions in tech innovation and policy.
Walmart is offering discounts on gadgets during Amazon Prime Day. The deals include electronics and other tech items. Shoppers can find competitive prices without shopping at Amazon.
Samsung has stopped selling the S Pen for its foldable phones, marking another step toward discontinuing the stylus. The move affects the Galaxy Z Fold series and other foldables that previously supported the accessory. Sales of the S Pen for these devices have ended, with no replacement announced.
Amazon Prime Day 2026 features discounts on action cameras from GoPro, Insta360, and others. Deals include up to 30% off select models, with prices starting at $199. These cameras are ideal for travel vlogging and adventure recording.
HaloBraid has raised $7 million from Seven Seven Six to launch a braiding assistant device for professional stylists later this year. The tool aims to reduce typical six-hour braiding appointments by automating part of the process. The startup targets salons as its first market, with no consumer version announced.
A new camera clone of the DJI Pocket features an integrated fan to prevent overheating during long recording sessions. The device targets vloggers who need extended runtime without thermal shutdown. No pricing or release date has been announced yet.
Amazon's Prime Day runs for four days, ending June 27th at 3:01 AM ET. Prime members can access deals now, with many discounts remaining steady throughout. The Verge has curated top gear deals for the event.
The best mesh router is now at its lowest price ever during Amazon Prime Day. Shoppers can save up to 40% on select models. This deal offers reliable whole-home Wi-Fi for a limited time.
AirPods Max 2 are now $399 on Amazon, down from $549. New features in iOS 27 add functionality that improves the user experience. This combination of lower price and software upgrades makes now a compelling time to buy.
The Keurig K-Mini Mate single-serve coffee maker is priced under $100 during Amazon Prime Day. It brews 6-12 oz cups and fits in small spaces. Coffee pods are also discounted, making it a good time to stock up.
A TechRadar quiz helps Prime Day shoppers choose among Amazon Echo devices. The quiz asks about usage preferences and budget to recommend a specific model. It covers Echo Dot, Echo Show, and other variants.
The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is now available for $29.99, down from its usual $54.99. The device supports 4K streaming, Dolby Vision, and Wi-Fi 6. It is optimized for Prime Video but works with other streaming services.
Shark's PowerDetect UV Reveal robot vacuum uses a UV light and sensors to detect dirt, but its navigation is clumsy and often misses spots. The vacuum's powerful suction is undermined by poor path planning, leaving users to babysit it. At $799, it offers strong cleaning but lacks the intelligence of rivals like Roomba.
A portable USB DVD writer with a built-in M.2 SSD slot, SATA hard drive dock, and USB hub is on sale at Amazon Prime Day 2026. The base model with DVD writer and hub costs $26, while the version with added SATA or M.2 SSD dock is $39. The device combines multiple storage functions into one compact unit.
The trailer for Klara and the Sun, a dystopian sci-fi film releasing in October, has been released. The story follows an AI companion designed to prevent loneliness in children. The movie aims to distinguish itself from other AI narratives by focusing on emotional depth.
Valve's Steam Machine launches at $1,049, almost twice the price of a PS5. The company claims it sells the device at cost. A teardown suggests building a comparable PC would cost roughly the same.
Amazon Prime Day 2026 brings steep discounts on Apple gear, including $150 off AirPods Max 2 and $70 off AirPods Pro 3. Apple Watch Series 11 and Ultra 3 are $150 off, starting at $199. iPhone 17 Pro hits a new low at up to $365 off via Amazon Renewed Premium, while AirTag 2 reaches an all-time low.
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is a handheld gaming PC powered by Intel's latest Core Ultra 9 processor and Arc graphics. It delivers strong performance in AAA titles, often outperforming rivals like the Asus ROG Ally X. However, its $899 starting price and battery life concerns may give buyers pause.
Meta announced three new smart glasses models: Meta Adventurer, Meta Fury, and Meta Glasses by Kylie Jenner, replacing the Ray-Ban partnership. The Kylie Jenner edition features custom frame colors and lens shapes. Pricing starts at $299, with preorders opening today.
One week after the Android 17 rollout, Pixel users report smoother animations and faster app launches. Early benchmarks show a 15% improvement in CPU performance and 10% faster storage read speeds. Battery life remains stable, with no significant drain reported.
Meta's new smart glasses, priced at $299, feature the same camera, microphones, and chatbot as the Ray-Ban version. They are available in three styles, including one co-designed with Kylie Jenner. The glasses are now on sale directly under Meta's brand.
Amazon is offering the latest Kindle Paperwhite with 16GB storage and ads for $124.99, a $35 discount. The sale is part of Amazon's Prime Day event. This matches the device's lowest price to date.
Meta released smart glasses without the Ray-Ban brand, available in three styles and seven colors. One style is a collaboration with Kylie Jenner. Prices start lower than previous models, aiming to attract a broader audience.
Bloomberg reports the iPhone Air 2 will get an ultrawide second camera, but a poll asks if telephoto would be better. The device is expected to launch later this year. Apple's choice could impact user photography preferences.
Sony released the first trailer for Taika Waititi's adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro's novel Klara and the Sun. The trailer shows a more dramatic tone than Waititi's previous work, reminiscent of his 2016 film Hunt for the Wilderpeople. The film explores themes of artificial intelligence and human connection through the eyes of an AI companion.
Amazon Prime Day 2026 brings discounts on DDR5 and DDR4 RAM kits, with some modules seeing up to 30% off. Deals include 32GB DDR5-6000 kits under $100 and 16GB DDR4-3200 kits for under $40. The sales aim to counter recent memory price increases driven by supply constraints.
Geekom is offering discounts up to 34% on its mini PCs for Amazon Prime Day, with an extra 8% off via exclusive code. Models include AMD Ryzen and Intel Core Ultra chips. The sale covers a range of compact desktops suitable for home and office use.
The XTREME E-Ink case adds a low-power e-ink display to the iPhone without increasing thickness. Users can change the displayed image via an app, and the case requires no battery or constant connection. The display persists even when removed from the phone.
Nothing announced the Phone (4b) will launch in July as a more affordable model, despite killing its CMF Phone line due to rising component costs. The company teased the device's design, showing a transparent back with LED glyphs. Pricing and full specs remain unconfirmed, but the (4b) is expected to undercut the flagship Phone (4).
Amazon Prime Day 2026 brings discounts on SSDs from Samsung, WD, Crucial, and others. Deals are available at Amazon, Newegg, and additional retailers. Tom's Hardware is curating and updating the best offers throughout the event.
Valve has begun taking pre-orders for its new Steam Machines, using a queue lottery system to manage demand. Prices start at $499 for the base model and go up to $1,499 for the high-end configuration. The launch comes amid a GPU shortage driven by AI demand, which has inflated component costs.
The Jackery Explorer 240D, with an 80,000mAh LiFePO4 battery and 200W output, is discounted for Amazon Prime Day. It's designed for portable power on camping trips or emergencies. The deal offers a rare price cut on a reliable backup battery.
Jackery's whole-home backup battery is half off for Amazon Prime Day. The deal offers up to 50% savings on select models. It's designed to keep essential devices running during power outages.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will launch in two exclusive colors: Titanium Silver and Titanium Black, according to a new leak. The standard Fold 8 will get four colors, including Silver Shadow and Phantom Black. This marks the first time Samsung uses titanium finishes on a foldable.
Amazon Prime Day 2026 brings discounts on prebuilt gaming desktops from retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg, Dell, and Lenovo. Deals are updated continuously across all participating stores. The roundup covers a range of configurations and price points.
The Anker 737 power bank, a 24,000mAh model with 140W output, is on sale for $70 during Amazon Prime Day, down from $110. It can charge a laptop at full speed and has a digital display. The deal is available for a limited time.
Star Wars Galactic Racer offers fast-paced arcade racing with Star Wars ships and tracks. The game focuses on speed and skill, not just franchise nostalgia. Early hands-on impressions suggest it's enjoyable even for non-fans.
Google's Fitbit Air uses AI to analyze sleep, heart rate, and activity, but often misinterprets data, flagging normal variations as health risks. The tracker's readiness score and personalized tips feel generic and sometimes inaccurate. Battery life is solid at 7 days, but the AI coaching adds little value over simpler trackers.
Newegg offers a three-item combo for $1,082, saving $447 off the regular $1,529 total. The bundle includes a 4TB Samsung 9100 Pro SSD, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and an Asus TUF Gaming X870E-Plus motherboard. The deal is available during Amazon Prime Day sales.
Sony's new AI Camera Assistant on the Xperia 1 VIII produces some of the worst photos the company has shared in years. After a week of testing, the feature consistently delivers poor results, undermining the phone's camera capabilities. The AI fails to improve image quality, making the assistant more of a liability than a help.
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi 17C in China, skipping the Redmi 16C name. The phone features a 5,160 mAh battery and is priced under $120. It succeeds the Redmi 15C with an upgraded battery capacity.
Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month, but you can get it free for three months with a new Apple device purchase. Students with an Apple Music subscription get Apple TV+ included at no extra cost. Family Sharing lets up to six people share one subscription.
The Oura Ring 4 is available for as low as $226 during Amazon Prime Day, a discount from its usual price. The deal applies to most sizes and colors. The newer Oura Ring 5 has also launched, but the Ring 4 remains a capable alternative.
Apple TV's new film 'The Dink' follows a star tennis player who, after an injury, reluctantly takes up pickleball. The trailer shows the comedic journey of adapting to the sport. The movie is set to stream on Apple TV+.
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models are expected to feature a thicker camera plateau to accommodate a larger sensor. The redesign aims to improve low-light performance and optical zoom capabilities. This marks the most significant camera hardware change since the iPhone 12 Pro.
A board game enthusiast curated a list of favorite board games on sale for Amazon Prime Day. The deals include popular titles like Catan and Ticket to Ride at discounted prices. Shoppers can save up to 40% on select games during the event.
The Samsung 990 Pro 2TB SSD is now available for $370, a $270 discount from its original price. It offers some of the fastest read/write speeds among PCIe 4.0 SSDs, making it ideal for professionals and gamers. The deal is available now on TechRadar.
Hoto's 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit Pro is 40% off during Prime Day, priced at $28.49. The kit includes 25 bits and a magnetic holder. It's a reliable tool for small repairs and assembly tasks.
AAWireless TWO adapters for Android Auto and CarPlay are discounted for Prime Day. The TWO model supports both wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The sale applies to both the standard and CarPlay versions.
Meta has launched a new lineup of smart glasses without the Ray-Ban name, aiming for a lower price point. The glasses come in three styles and are priced starting at $199, down from the previous $299. The move marks Meta's push to make smart glasses more accessible.
Meta released its own-brand smart glasses today in multiple countries, offering various color and lens options at a lower price point. The glasses aim to compete with Ray-Ban Stories while cutting out the middleman. Pricing details were not disclosed.
TechRadar's 'Scream or Skip' tag aggregates reviews that rate products as either terrifyingly bad or worth watching. Each review uses horror movie tropes to evaluate gadgets, apps, or services. The series aims to make tech criticism more entertaining and accessible.
Macworld discovered references to a new Siri AI in the tvOS 27 beta, corroborating Bloomberg's report of upcoming Apple TV 4K and HomePod hardware this fall. The code suggests Siri will gain on-device AI capabilities for smarter responses and actions. Apple is expected to unveil the new hardware and Siri AI features in September.