Topic: device pricing
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Walmart's $60 Google TV Streamer rival arrives with key compromise
Walmart has launched the Onn 4K Pro streaming box for $60, positioning it as a budget-friendly Google TV competitor with 3GB RAM, 32GB storage, Wi-Fi 6, and Dolby Vision support. A key hardware compromise is the downgrade of its rear USB-A port from USB 3.0 to USB 2.0, which may impact users play...
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Gaming Laptops Outperform Xbox Ally X in Value
Handheld PCs like the Steam Deck have gained mainstream popularity for portable gaming, but they often require compromises on graphics settings and may have higher prices without software subsidies. Gaming laptops offer greater versatility and power, serving as primary machines for both demanding...
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World's First Folding Screen Gaming Handheld: OneXSugar Wallet
The OneXSugar Wallet is a pioneering gaming handheld featuring a folding 8.01-inch OLED screen, aiming to bring a novel form factor to portable gaming hardware. Its full specifications are unclear, but it is confirmed to use a Qualcomm gaming processor and has a standard control layout with thumb...
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This Streaming Device Beats Apple TV and Fire Stick in CR Rating
Consumer Reports names the Nvidia Shield TV Pro as the top streaming device, surprising many as it comes from neither Amazon nor Apple. Powered by Android OS, it functions as a cloud gaming platform with 4K HDR and Dolby Atmos, requiring a controller, compatible games, and a GeForce NOW membershi...
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Motorola's high-end GrapheneOS phone arrives next year, priced above Pixel
GrapheneOS is partnering with Motorola to launch its first dedicated hardware, with initial flagship devices expected in 2027. These devices will feature higher-end specs (including Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon chips) and cost more than current Google Pixel phones, which are currently the only su...
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Light’s flip phone strips out AI while others cram it in
Light has released the "Light Flip", a $299 minimalist clamshell phone designed as an intentional alternative to AI-heavy smartphones from Apple and Google. The device offers only basic calling, texting, and essential tools, deliberately excluding app stores, notifications, and AI features to h...
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Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold Hands-On: It Surprised Me
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold is a surprisingly compelling device that transforms from a 6.5-inch smartphone into a 10-inch tablet, offering an immersive experience for media and multitasking, including a desktop-like mode. Its engineering is robust with a solid build and improved hinge design tha...
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My Best Purchase This Year: The Remarkable Paper Pro
The Remarkable Paper Pro is a high-cost, single-purpose device designed to create a distraction-free environment for deep work by eliminating notifications, web browsers, and apps. Its value is significantly enhanced by the Type Folio keyboard, which integrates seamlessly to provide a comfortable...
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Alexa's Future Depends on Your Next Amazon Purchase
Amazon is shifting Alexa to a generative AI service called Alexa+ with a subscription model to monetize the platform, as current devices are popular but unprofitable. New premium hardware has been introduced to enhance interactions with Alexa+, but this strategy risks alienating customers accusto...
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Apple Watch Series 12, Ultra 4: New AI Day Recaps
Apple has launched the Series 12 and Ultra 4, focusing on AI-powered features like Live Rewind and Siri Recap to transcribe and summarize conversations while maintaining user privacy. The devices introduce advanced health-sensing capabilities with higher-frequency heart rate monitoring and new me...
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OpenAI's ChatGPT Smart Speaker May Feature a Camera
OpenAI is entering the consumer hardware market with a smart speaker featuring a camera and advanced AI, priced between $200-$300, capable of visual and conversational recognition. The move follows a major acquisition for hardware design, with the speaker not expected before March 2027, positioni...
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HMD's Touch 4G: The Smartphone That Keeps It Simple
The HMD Touch 4G is an affordable, compact feature phone with smartphone-like features, available only in India and priced at approximately $55, targeting users seeking simplicity and low cost. It runs on a custom RTOS Touch operating system instead of Android, limiting app installation to basic ...
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Switch 2 Proves Its Staying Power Six Months In
The Nintendo Switch 2 delivers a competitive gaming experience through smart hardware optimization, developer support, and Nvidia's DLSS upscaling, prioritizing a tailored ecosystem over raw power. Its hybrid console design offers a seamless TV-to-handheld transition and unique local multiplayer,...
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Pebble's Index 01: A Smart Ring Under $100
The Pebble Index 01 is a new, affordable wearable ring priced under $100 that focuses solely on recording voice notes, eliminating common features like health sensors and a screen. Its minimalist design includes a single button for one-handed operation and a long-life battery that lasts for years...
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Top AI Wearables and Gadgets to Buy Now
A new wave of AI-powered wearables, such as Bee and Friend, integrates intelligent assistance into daily life by capturing audio to provide personalized reminders, emotional support, and conversational interactions through companion apps. Devices like Limitless and Plaud’s NotePin focus on produc...
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Steam Machine: Valve's Console Alternative, Not a Replacement
Valve's Steam Machine, launching in 2026, is designed to let PC gamers play their libraries on a TV, focusing on enhancing the living room experience rather than competing directly with traditional consoles. The company emphasizes that the Steam Machine is a PC, not a console, offering flexibilit...
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Motorola Android 17 Beta: See Eligible Devices
Motorola has launched an early beta program for Android 17 on select devices, marking a faster engagement with a major update compared to its historical pace. The beta is available for specific models like the Edge (2025) and Moto G57 variants in designated regions, but it carries risks like bugs...
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iPhone Fold Rumored to Feature iPad Multitasking, Lack iPad Apps
The rumored foldable iPhone will feature a large inner screen optimized for iPad-like multitasking, including side-by-side app layouts, while its outer display is expected to be compact. Apple is reportedly creating a distinct software experience by not supporting existing iPad apps, instead enha...
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