Topic: hardware engineering
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Nvidia's 10-Year Quest to Make the Most Updated Android Device
Samsung and Google now promise seven years of Android updates for premium phones, a significant improvement from the one or two major updates typical a decade ago. Nvidia's Shield Android TV, launched in 2015, has received nearly a decade of support due to a sustained corporate passion and dedica...
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Steam Frame: Dual-Side Speakers for Immersive Vibration Cancellation
Valve's Steam Frame VR headset integrates dual audio drivers into the head strap for clear sound and uses their opposing orientation to cancel vibrations, which enhances tracking accuracy by preventing interference from audio feedback. The headset's modular design allows users to potentially repl...
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Google DeepMind Hires Boston Dynamics Ex-CTO to Boost Robotics Push
Google DeepMind has appointed former Boston Dynamics CTO Aaron Saunders as VP of Hardware Engineering, signaling a stronger commitment to developing advanced AI-powered robotics. DeepMind's strategy involves using its Gemini AI as a universal robot operating system, adaptable across various robot...
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GM's software team faces major leadership shakeup
General Motors is restructuring its software leadership by consolidating technology units under a new chief product officer, leading to the departure of three senior executives. The reorganization aims to integrate hardware, software, AI, and product development into a unified organization to str...
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Steam Deck Update Adds Screen-Off Downloads
A new Steam Deck update allows users to download games and updates with the screen off, addressing a long-standing community request and improving quality of life. Valve has reversed its previous stance by implementing a low-power download mode to mitigate earlier concerns about power consumption...
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Top Tech Innovations Unveiled at CES 2026
The standout innovations at CES 2026 were tangible gaming hardware, with the MSI MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 monitor winning for its revolutionary panel that dramatically improves text clarity and image quality. Key hardware awards included the Asus ROG G1000 PC for its extravagant holographic display...
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Valve's New VR Streaming Works With Any Headset
Valve's Steam Frame headset introduces foveated streaming, which reduces latency and bandwidth by adjusting image quality based on the user's gaze, maintaining high resolution where they look. The technology utilizes specialized hardware, including a wireless streaming adapter and eye-tracking ca...
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