Valve has finally revealed its long-rumored standalone VR headset, codenamed Deckard. The Steam Frame runs SteamOS on ARM hardware and introduces Foveated Streaming technology. It could potentially serve as your only PC for less demanding games.
Sony has unveiled a more affordable PlayStation 5 Digital Edition to celebrate the console’s fifth anniversary. The catch? It’s only available in Japan and comes with significant restrictions that make importing impractical for international gamers.
Littelfuse has introduced two new TMR magnetic switches that push power consumption to incredibly low levels. The LF21112TMR omnipolar switch draws just 200nA while detecting both magnetic poles, while the bipolar LF11215TMR consumes 1.5 µA with high 17 Gauss sensitivity.
OpenLight is showcasing its latest photonics integration technology at ISPEC 2025 in Tokyo. The company’s open PDK platform aims to scale photonic IC manufacturing for data centers and automotive markets. Dr. Molly Piels presents the breakthrough work on November 17.
When Google pulled the plug on older Nest thermostats last month, it left millions of devices stranded. Now hackers have created custom firmware that tricks the thermostats into thinking they’re still connected to Google’s servers, restoring remote control features through a clever workaround.
WINSYSTEMS has unveiled its new PowerTier Series of rugged single board computers featuring 13th Gen Intel Core processors. The SBC-477 operates from -40°C to +85°C and supports up to 64GB DDR5 memory. It’s designed for industrial automation, energy management, and transportation applications.
Linux developers are tackling a long-standing kernel limitation that prevents proper battery reporting for devices with multiple batteries. The fix would eliminate the need for proprietary protocols and vendor-specific software. This could finally bring standardized battery monitoring to gaming peri
DIY-APE is pushing forward with its BTF 3.0 PC design that could revolutionize how we build computers. The system uses a single 50-pin connector capable of delivering up to 2145W to eliminate traditional power cables. This could mean the end of messy cable management for DIY builders.
A longtime 2-in-1 laptop enthusiast explains why these hybrid devices will always fall short of perfection. The fundamental design compromises and operating system limitations create an experience that’s never quite right for either laptop or tablet use.
Apple is planning to introduce OLED displays exclusively on high-end MacBook Pro models with M6 Pro and M6 Max chips. The base 14-inch M6 MacBook Pro will continue using mini-LED technology, creating a clear hardware differentiation between models.
