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A futuristic foldable smartphone unfolds to reveal an immersive mobile game with an integrated virtual gamepad on its dual screens.
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Android 17 powers new foldable gaming mode for flippy phones

Android 17 is poised to transform foldable phones into dedicated gaming handhelds.

Jordan Tsosie·June 26, 2026
A Game Boy Camera connected to a smartphone, displaying a retro, pixelated photo on the phone's screen.
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Connect Your Game Boy Camera to Your Phone for $50

For just $49.99, a 1998 Game Boy Camera can now connect directly to your smartphone, transforming a relic of retro gaming into a surprisingly versatile modern photography tool. This integration allows

Jordan Tsosie·June 19, 2026
Amazon Echo Hub displaying its new customizable interface and Ring AI features, showcasing advanced smart home integration and control capabilities.
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Amazon Echo Hub Update Adds Ring AI Features, Customizable Looks

Your Amazon Echo Hub is getting a free software update in 2026 that lets you dim smart lights from 1% to 100%, but searching camera footage with natural language will cost extra.

Cyrus Jafari·June 12, 2026
Philips Hue SpatialAware lights creating an immersive, color-changing ambiance in a modern living room with AR mapping visible.
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Hue SpatialAware color-changing lights enhance room immersion

To experience Philips Hue's new SpatialAware feature, which uses augmented reality to map your room for immersive lighting, users will first need to invest in a $140 Hue Bridge Pro, according to The V

Cyrus Jafari·June 9, 2026
Apple AirTag with an upgraded UWB chip, showcasing its enhanced tracking capabilities with glowing signal lines in a futuristic setting.
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Apple's AirTag Gets UWB Chip Upgrade for Better Tracking

Apple's new AirTag now guides users to lost items from up to 50 percent farther away than its predecessor.

Maya Feldman·June 4, 2026
Sleek Pebblebee Halo tracker shown attached to keys and a backpack, highlighting its dual tracking and personal safety features.
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Pebblebee Halo tracker drops to $49.99 in major sale

Imagine losing your keys, then finding them with a tap – and simultaneously activating a 130dB siren and strobe lights for personal safety.

Vincent DeLuca·June 2, 2026
A collection of classic handheld gaming devices like the Nintendo Game Boy and PSP displayed in a nostalgic, dimly lit room.
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Golden age of handheld gaming set to conclude by 2026

In 2019, Nintendo quietly discontinued the 3DS, marking the end of an era for a console line that had sold over 75 million units and defined portable gaming for a generation.

Cyrus Jafari·May 28, 2026
A modern living room showcasing smart home devices with a red, ominous glow, illustrating the rising costs of smart home technology in 2026.
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Smart home device costs rising in 2026

The average smart home setup now costs over $1,000 for a basic suite of devices, a 33% jump from just $750 three years ago, according to Statista.

Cyrus Jafari·May 21, 2026
A detailed mechanical bird air quality monitor in a 'dead' state, signaling dangerous carbon dioxide levels in a modern home setting.
Home Goods

Mechanical bird monitors home air quality for better health

In a striking visual alert, a new mechanical bird appears to drop dead when carbon dioxide levels become dangerous, only to revive when air quality improves.

Gabriela Reyes·May 21, 2026
Close-up of the leaked Sony ColleXion 10th-anniversary edition headphones, showcasing their premium metal design and subtle blue lighting.
Deals & Drops

Sony ColleXion Headphones Leak Ahead of 10th Anniversary

Sony's upcoming 1000X 'The ColleXion' Edition headphones are set to launch at $649, a full $200 more than their current flagship, according to The Verge .

Maya Feldman·May 18, 2026