Topic: tech reporting
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Replace Your Meta Neural Band for $199
The Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses require the Meta Neural Band, a wrist-worn controller, to operate, and losing or damaging it poses a significant issue for users. Initially, it was unclear if the Neural Band could be purchased separately, leading to concerns that users might need to buy a n...
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Build Your Own Game Boy Emulator with Lego's BrickBoy Kit
The BrickBoy kit transforms Lego's Game Boy model into a functional emulator by fitting a custom module into the cartridge slot, enabling play of classic games from ROM files without original cartridges. Assembly is quick and involves adding an LCD screen and magnetic sensors, but the design incl...
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PlayStation's MLB The Show Coming to Mobile
Sony has announced **MLB The Show Mobile**, a new standalone baseball game built specifically for iOS and Android devices, marking a major expansion of the franchise. The game is currently in a limited release in the Philippines, with a global launch planned for the future, and is optimized for h...
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CMF's New Over-Ear Headphones Feature Bass & Treble Energy Slider
The CMF Headphone Pro launched in the EU and UK as a budget-friendly over-ear option priced at $99, with plans to release in the US on October 7, 2025, and customizable color finishes. They feature tactile controls including a customizable action button and an Energy Slider for adjusting bass and...
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Use Your Pixel as a Nintendo Switch 2 Webcam
A Pixel smartphone can now function as a webcam for the Nintendo Switch 2 with a single direct cable connection, eliminating the previous need for extra adapters and hardware. The setup requires a simple phone settings adjustment to enable "Webcam" mode, allowing the console's GameChat feature to...
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Samsung, SK Hynix to Supply Chips for OpenAI's Stargate
Samsung and SK Hynix will supply advanced memory chips for OpenAI's Stargate project, ramping up production to meet a demand of up to 900,000 semiconductor wafers monthly. OpenAI is discussing the establishment of two new AI data centers in South Korea with the companies, and Samsung is exploring...
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YouTube Tests AI-Generated Hosts for Music Videos
YouTube is testing AI-generated hosts on YouTube Music to provide contextual commentary and trivia, aiming to create a more immersive radio experience. This experimental feature is currently limited to a select group of U.S. users through the YouTube Labs program, reflecting Google's cautious app...
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Nothing raises $200M for its first AI-native devices
Nothing has secured $200 million in funding, valuing the company at $1.3 billion, to develop AI-native devices with a new operating system aimed at breaking current standards. The company plans to launch an "AI OS" for a hyper-personalized experience across a range of hardware, from smartphones a...
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Mondelez to Use AI for TV Ads in 2026
Mondelez International is adopting AI to create television commercials, aiming to significantly reduce marketing production costs and marking a major shift in corporate content creation. The company has invested over $40 million in a generative AI video platform, which is expected to halve produc...
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Play Multiplayer Games on Your Credit Card-Sized Arduboy
The Arduboy FX-C is the latest version of the handheld gaming device, featuring a USB-C port that enables direct multiplayer gaming when two units are connected via cable. A limited Founder's edition with purple buttons is available for $99, with a two-pack bundle offered, and a more affordable S...
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OLED iPad Mini May Come With a Higher Price Tag
Apple plans to introduce OLED screens to the iPad Mini as early as next year, which may lead to a price increase of up to $100 for consumers. OLED displays, already used in iPad Pro models, offer enhanced brightness, deeper contrast, and better black levels, improving the visual experience. The r...
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Apple Fixes iMessage Bug in Latest iOS Update
Apple has released a fix for an iMessage activation issue caused by having both an active and inactive SIM with the same phone number after the iOS 26 update. Symptoms of the problem include failed iMessage delivery, messages appearing as green SMS/RCS, and duplicate phone numbers in the Messages...
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Amazon's Fall Event: Key Hardware Reveals to Watch
Amazon's September 30th, 2025 hardware event, led by new devices chief Panos Panay, will introduce new Echo smart speakers and a significant evolution for the Kindle lineup. The event is expected to feature a color Kindle Scribe and potentially a smaller color Kindle, alongside new TV hardware an...
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TikTok's AI Now Turns Long Videos Into Short Clips
TikTok introduced three new AI-powered features at its US Creator Summit to enhance creators' workflow and earnings, including tools for editing and brainstorming. The Smart Split tool automatically segments long videos into shorter clips with captions and vertical framing, while AI Outline helps...
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