Xbox Continues To 'Actively Investigate' Issue With Backwards Compatible 360 Titles
Microsoft confirmed it is actively investigating a widespread problem affecting Xbox 360 games played on Xbox Series X. Players encounter an error that blocks sign‑in to Xbox Live, rendering many backward‑compatible titles unplayable. The issue surfaced in late April, sparked a Reddit thread with over 250 comments, and remains unresolved with no public timeline. Xbox Support has labeled the fix a priority but has not provided an estimated completion date.
The 4 Best Laptop Power Banks We've Tested (2026)
Wired’s 2026 roundup identifies the EcoFlow Rapid Pro X as the top laptop power bank, offering 300 W output, 27,650 mAh capacity and ultra‑fast 140‑W‑plus recharging. Close behind is Anker’s Prime Power Bank, which pairs a 300 W rating with a dock for...
MacBook Prices Slashed: These Premium Apple Laptops Are Affordable Now
Apple has slashed prices on its latest MacBook lineup, making premium laptops more affordable for a broader audience. The 13‑inch MacBook Neo now costs roughly $820, while the 2025 MacBook Air with the M4 chip is priced around $1,160. Higher‑end...
Microsoft Working on Dynamic Background of New Xbox Logo After Fan Demand
Microsoft unveiled a glass‑like Xbox logo and released four static wallpapers spanning every console generation. After fans urged a dynamic background, Xbox’s social‑media lead Asha Sharma confirmed the feature is under development. The animated version is expected to add subtle...
‘We’re Hard at Work on It’: Valve Says Steam Deck 2 Is Still in Development, Acknowledges Ongoing Steam Deck Stock...
Valve confirmed that work on a Steam Deck 2 is ongoing, though no launch timeline has been set. The company also acknowledged persistent stock shortages for the current Deck, citing global RAM and storage component constraints. Valve’s hardware team is expanding...
6 Best Fitbit Compatible Apps to Improve Your Fitness (2026)
The article outlines six top Fitbit‑compatible apps—IFTTT, Strava, MyFitnessPal, FitLine, FindMyFitBit, and Fitabase—detailing their costs, core features, and ideal user groups. IFTTT offers automation and social goal sharing, while Strava provides detailed activity tracking for athletes. MyFitnessPal integrates calorie logging...
Lawsuit Hits Amazon, Claims Fire TV Sticks Intentionally Give Out when Support Runs Dry
Amazon faces a class‑action lawsuit alleging it deliberately degrades the performance of first‑ and second‑generation Fire TV Sticks once software support ends. The plaintiff, who bought a 2018 Fire TV Stick, says the device slowed and failed, forcing a new...
"Just Got Hit with Xbox One Flashbacks": Did PlayStation Just Adopt Bits of the Hated Xbox DRM Policy From 2013?...
Sony PlayStation is rolling out a mandatory 30‑day online check‑in for digitally purchased games, a move that echoes the controversial Xbox One DRM policy of 2013 but with a longer grace period. The requirement, announced in a March 2026 system update,...
ROHM Launches NFC Wireless Power Chipset for Compact Wearables
ROHM introduced the ML7670 receiver and ML7671 transmitter, an NFC‑based wireless power chipset that delivers up to 250 mW to compact wearables such as smart rings and bands. The solution operates in the 13.56 MHz NFC band, enabling a much smaller antenna...
This DJI Neo 2 Update Makes Selfie Drone Even Better for Travel
DJI has released firmware version v01.00.0600 for its ultra‑light Neo 2 selfie drone, adding Live Photo support and high‑frame‑rate video recording. The update enables Live Photo capture in SelfieShot and Spotlight modes, letting users record a few seconds of motion around...
Of All the Samsung Upgrades Coming Soon, This Could Literally Be the Smallest
Samsung unveiled that the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 will feature a front‑camera cutout just 2.5 mm in diameter, down from the 3.7 mm hole on the Fold 7. The reduction is driven by a new lens‑module technology that trims the camera opening by...
Antigravity’s Latest Drone Update Mixes DJI-Style Safety with a Feature I’ve Never Seen Before
Antigravity has released the U3 firmware update for its A1 360º drone, adding omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, voice‑controlled commands, a third‑person virtual cockpit view, and AI‑enhanced Auto Edit tools. The safety upgrades let the drone detect and navigate around obstacles from...
Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 Launched in India with Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, 144Hz Display: Check Price and Specs
Lenovo has introduced the Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 in India, a 13‑inch 3.5K tablet powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor and equipped with AI‑enhanced features. The device launches at ₹39,999 (≈$480) with a limited‑time ₹3,000 discount, bringing the effective price...
Apple's Foldable iPhone Ultra Could Be an iPad Mini Replacement After All
Leaked schematics reveal Apple’s upcoming foldable, dubbed the iPhone Ultra, measures 167.59 mm by 120.59 mm when unfolded and about 9.23 mm thick when folded. The dimensions place it squarely between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the iPad mini, suggesting a tablet‑sized...
Keychron Q0 Mini 8K Introduces Single-Key Design with 8000Hz Polling Rate
Keychron has launched the Q0 Mini 8K, a single‑key macro device built around an oversized mechanical switch and a CNC‑machined aluminum body. The unit supports an 8000 Hz wired polling rate, positioning it among the fastest gaming peripherals for minimal input lag....
Logitech G512 X Keyboard Introduces Hybrid Switch Support and 8kHz Polling
Logitech has unveiled the G512 X, a wired gaming keyboard that combines a hybrid switch system supporting both TMR magnetic and traditional mechanical switches via a hot‑swap socket. The keyboard is offered in compact 75% and full‑size 98% layouts, priced...
EU Mandates USB-C Charging for All New Laptops Starting Today 28th April 2026
The European Union has mandated that all new laptops sold in the bloc must support USB‑C charging starting April 28, 2026, extending its 2024 common‑charger directive. The rule targets 11,000 tons of annual e‑waste and promises roughly $220 million in consumer savings across the...
MacBook Pro M5 Review: Serious Power, Still Long Battery Life
Apple unveiled the latest MacBook Pro featuring the new M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips, available in 14‑inch and 16‑inch models. The entry‑level 14‑inch starts at £1,699 (≈$2,124) and the M5 Pro version at £2,199 (≈$2,624), with higher‑end configurations...
Top 5 Thin and Light Laptops Under 1.5kg in India: From Apple MacBook Air M5 to Lenovo Yoga Slim 7
A new roundup spotlights the five thinnest laptops under 1.5 kg available in India, ranging from the ASUS Zenbook S14 at ₹130,990 (~$1,580) to the Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Pro at ₹212,790 (~$2,560). The list highlights premium features such as 3K OLED panels, AI‑focused...
Expanding Digital IDs in India and Around the World
Google Wallet now lets Indian users store Aadhaar Verifiable Credentials, turning the national ID into a secure digital token. The rollout includes early partners such as PVR INOX, BharatMatrimony, Atlys, Mygate and Snabbit, enabling age checks, verified profiles and streamlined visa...
Apple and TBWA\Media Arts Lab Shanghai Spotlight Real Apple Watch Rescue Stories
Apple and TBWA Media Arts Lab Shanghai launched a Chinese‑language podcast, “Thankfully, I’m Wearing It,” to showcase real‑life rescues enabled by Apple Watch health and safety features. The series, hosted by Li Jing, highlights three personal stories where Emergency SOS,...
Global Smartphone Shipments Down 4% in 1Q 2026 Amid Memory Constraints
Global smartphone shipments fell 4.1% year‑over‑year to 289.7 million units in Q1 2026, ending a ten‑quarter growth streak. IDC attributes the decline to acute memory‑chip shortages and sharply higher component costs, which have pushed prices up 40‑50% in price‑sensitive emerging markets. Samsung...
3 Of The Best Uses For Your Old Chromebook
When a Chromebook reaches its Auto Update Expiry, many users discard it, but the device can still serve useful roles. It can be transformed into a DIY home‑security camera using web‑based or Android apps, a digital photo frame that streams...
Samsung Turns 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Into Real-Life Runway Moment
Samsung Electronics has launched a global campaign linking its new Galaxy S26 Ultra to the upcoming film *The Devil Wears Prada 2*. The spot highlights the phone’s AI‑driven “Circle to Search” feature, showing a fashion‑crisis solution on a runway set. At...
5 Helpful Tools And Gadgets Campers And Hikers Tend To Forget
A 2024 National Park Service study found many day hikers and trail runners skip essential items from the agency’s 10 Essentials list. SlashGear highlights five often‑forgotten tools—water filtration, a reliable knife, a rechargeable fire starter, satellite communication devices, and an emergency...
American Airlines Enhances Mobile App to Streamline Travel Experience
American Airlines rolled out a major redesign of its mobile app, turning the trip details page into a central hub for check‑in, boarding passes, and waitlist status. The update lets travelers manage seats, upgrades, baggage, itinerary changes and special service...
Google Is Testing AI Chatbot Search for YouTube
Google is piloting an AI‑driven conversational search tool for YouTube called “Ask YouTube.” The feature, similar to Google’s AI Mode in Search, generates a page that mixes text summaries, long‑form videos, Shorts and curated galleries. It is currently available only...
Operational Efficiency in Modern Households: A Smart Systems View of Tineco’s Wet Dry Vacuum Innovation (2026 US Edition)
Tineco launched its 2026 FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Steam, FLOOR ONE S7 Stretch Steam and A90S cordless vacuum, branding them as the top wet‑dry vacuums in the U.S. market. The units fuse vacuuming, mopping and steam sanitization with AI‑driven sensors...
Review: Walmart’s New Onn 4K Google TV Stick (2026 Model) Delivers Strong Value in a Compact Package
Walmart has launched the 2026 onn 4K Google TV Stick, a $39.98 HDMI stick that upgrades the previous puck design with a slimmer form factor and USB‑C power. The device runs a polished Google TV interface, adds Gemini AI voice...
Players Are Suing Nintendo over Switch 2 Accessory Price Hikes After Ruling that Companies Are to Be Issued Tariff Refunds
Nintendo’s Switch 2 launched at $499.99 amid controversy over steep accessory price hikes tied to U.S. tariffs. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled the Trump administration lacked authority to impose those tariffs, prompting Nintendo to sue the government for a full refund...
Steam Controller Price Comparison: Here's How Valve's Controller Measures Up
Valve announced the Steam Controller will ship on May 4 for $99, positioning it between mainstream gamepads and premium offerings. The price sits above the Xbox Wireless Controller ($65) and PlayStation 5 DualSense ($74) but well below elite models like the Xbox...
Building a Z590 I7-11700K Rocket Lake System with Strix Mobo: Questions About a TPM Module
A user with an ASUS Strix Z590‑E motherboard and an Intel i7‑11700K Rocket Lake CPU discovered that Windows 11 still requires a separate TPM 2.0 module, despite the processor being on the OS’s eligibility list. The board’s documentation notes the TPM is...
Govee Launches Wild, Colorful and Pixel-Dense Ceiling Light Ultra
Govee unveiled the Ceiling Light Ultra, a 21‑inch disk‑shaped panel packed with more than 600 ultra‑dense LEDs that can display AI‑generated scenes, music‑sync visuals, and over 100 lighting effects. The unit supports sunrise‑sunset scheduling and can render custom images, turning...
Google Messages Read Receipts Redesign Continues with Old Icons, Swipe for Time
Google Messages is refining its read‑receipt UI after a 2024 redesign that bundled status icons into a single circle. The app has reverted to the classic two‑circle layout but is now testing a variant that hides the timestamp and encryption‑lock...
Best Amazon Gaming Week 2026 Deals Include MLB The Show 26 and More
Amazon Gaming Week 2026 rolls out deep discounts on a mix of hardware and high‑profile titles, from the Nex Playground console at $239 (down $60) to blockbuster games like MLB The Show 26 for $49.94 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for...
Here's How Microsoft's New Windows Insider Channels Work
Microsoft has overhauled its Windows Insider program, introducing three streamlined channels: Experimental, Beta, and Release Preview. The Experimental channel consolidates the former Dev and Canary tracks and adds a Feature flags page for granular control of new features. Beta users...
The Sideload 031: The Fate of OnePlus
Episode 31 of 9to5Google’s Sideload podcast examines mounting rumors that OnePlus’s future is in jeopardy. Hosts discuss a weakening foothold in Europe, where regulatory headwinds and slowing sales raise doubts, and a tepid market response in North America despite premium...
EU Tells Google to Open up AI on Android; Google Says That's "Unwarranted Intervention"
The European Commission’s Digital Markets Act investigation concluded that Google’s Gemini AI enjoys privileged, system‑level access on Android, limiting competition from third‑party chatbots. The EU is proposing rules that would require Google to open Android’s AI stack, create free APIs,...
Apple Opens Up Beta 4 Testing Ahead of the 26.5 Update
Apple has rolled out beta 4 for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5 and visionOS 26.5, making the builds available to developers. The update focuses on performance improvements while introducing end‑to‑end encryption for Messages, location suggestions in Maps, and a new annual‑subscription model split into...
This Eufy Robot Lawnmower Is 59% Off Right Now
Eufy’s Robot Lawn Mower E15 is on sale for $949.99, a 59% discount from its $2,299.99 launch price. The mower uses camera‑based Pure Vision navigation instead of boundary wires or an RTK antenna, allowing hands‑free mapping of up to 0.2...
This LG Portable Projector Comes with a Free Soundbar - and We Highly Recommend It
LG’s CineBeam Q portable projector is now offered at $800 after a $500 discount, and includes a free LG S40T soundbar valued at $170. The 3‑lb device delivers 4K resolution, HDR10, Dolby Atmos and runs LG’s webOS with access to...
Truecaller Faces New Pressure in India as Growth Matures
Truecaller has surpassed 500 million monthly active users, adding 50 million in the past year. Growth in India—its biggest market with 350 million users—has slowed, with downloads down 16% year‑over‑year in 2025. The rollout of telecom‑level Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) threatens its core...
Gemini App Preps ‘Proactive Assistance’ and New Gemini Voices
Google is testing a new "Proactive Assistance" feature in the Gemini app, allowing the AI to pull data from Gmail, Calendar, screen content, and notifications to deliver timely, personalized suggestions. The feature processes all user data locally on the device,...
Images of Samsung's Rumored Smart Glasses Have Leaked
Samsung’s first smart‑glasses, codenamed “Jinju,” have been spotted in leaked images, showing a sleek design with a 12MP camera, Snapdragon AR1 chip, and bone‑conduction speakers. The device runs on the Android XR wearables platform and integrates Google’s Gemini chatbot, with...
Some iPhone 17 Devices Won't Turn on After Their Batteries Run Out
Reports are emerging that certain iPhone 17 models, including the Air and Pro Max, will not power on after the battery is fully depleted. Users on Reddit and iFixit describe phones remaining dead despite being connected to a charger for...
WhatsApp to End Support for Millions of Older Android Phones in 2026
WhatsApp will cease functioning on Android 5.0 and 5.1 devices starting September 8, 2026, raising its minimum OS requirement to Android 6.0. The change affects millions of users, especially in emerging markets where older handsets remain common. Users are urged...
Samsung Wallet Gets a Trips Timeline, so All You've Got to Worry About Is Your Tan
Samsung announced a new “Trips” feature for its Wallet app, delivering a timeline that consolidates travel documents such as tickets, reservations, and memos in one view. The timeline automatically organizes items by time and location, pulling data from emails and...
OpenAI Reportedly Working on Its Own Smartphone Based Around AI Agents
OpenAI is reportedly developing its own AI‑powered smartphone that centers on autonomous AI agents. Analyst Ming‑Chi Kuo says the device will run on custom MediaTek or Qualcomm silicon and be assembled by Luxshare, the same contract manufacturer behind iPhones. The...
I Tried This Bluetti Power Station with Wheels - Now Every Other Charger Feels Outdated
The Bluetti Elite 400 portable power station packs a 3,840 Wh LiFePO₄ battery and delivers up to 2,600 W continuous power, positioning it as a robust solution for home backup, camping, and RV use. Its standout feature is a built‑in wheel‑and‑handle system that...
Beatbot Launches Solar-Powered Autonomous Pool Skimmer
Beatbot has launched the iSkim Ultra, a solar‑powered autonomous pool skimmer for residential use. The device runs on a 24‑watt solar panel with a 10,000 mAh battery for night operation and includes a magnetic wireless‑charging dock for low‑light conditions. Equipped with...