Twitch has new penalties for streamers caught viewbotting, CEO says
Repeat offenders will be punished with caps on their views.
iam8bit recorded a jazzy Persona album for the series' 30th
The vinyl drops in Q4, but the full album is streamable now.
Bumble will replace swiping right with... something
The company previously announced it was working on an AI assistant that can make matches.
OpenAI debuts a Codex plugin for Chrome
The new feature could turn Codex into more than a coding aid.
Meta's AI agent plans reportedly include an OpenClaw competitor that can shop on Instagram
Mark Zuckerberg has said he wants to make AI agents more accessible.
The Lexus TZ is a quieter, upscale take on the Highlander EV
It's also the company's first fully-electric three-row SUV.
Perplexity opens up its Personal Computer AI assistant to all Mac users
It's no longer locked a Max subscription.
Amazon Luna's May lineup includes Guardians of the Galaxy and the Resident Evil 2 remake
Prime members can also claim a code for Mafia II: Definitive Edition.
Valve will open reservations on May 8 for the second wave of Steam Controllers
Hopefully fewer of the coveted controllers will be snapped up by bots and resellers this time.
Cozy city builder Town to City leaves early access on May 26
One of the genre's top-rated games is going 1.0 and adding a new map.
The Ploopy Bean is a travel-friendly mouse with a ThinkPad-style nub
No trackballs here.
Teenage Engineering just released a stereo mixer that physically connects to its EP-series samplers
It can control just about everything you plug into it and operates as an audio interface.
Spotify now lets AI agents like OpenClaw generate personal podcasts
Rejoice, nerds.
Qualcomm reveals two new affordable phone chips with Smooth Motion UI tech
The Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 promises next-gen AI camera features while the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 offers a big boost in GPU performance.
The survival horror game Hollowbody launches for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on June 5
The well-received title was developed by a single person.
Google is turning the Fitbit app into a unified portal for your health and fitness data
The new Health app is rolling out on May 19.
DJI's Osmo Mobile 8P gimbal has a detachable screen remote
It makes it easier to record yourself from afar with the higher-quality rear cameras.
HP EliteBoard G1a review: It's a desktop in a keyboard! But it's not for you
The EliteBoard sure will make some IT managers out there happy, though.
Qualcomm announces Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 mobile processors
These mid and premium segment processors are expected to arrive soon in smartphones
RGG's Stranger Than Heaven game arrives this winter
The game, from the creators of Yakuza, will focus on the founder of the Tojo clan.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro Review | Sensible option for a well-rounded yet refined experience
After the sleek and style-focused Motorola Edge 70 and the more balanced Moto Edge 70 Fusion, this Pro variant shifts its attention towards performance and overall refinement
Samsung says its Galaxy Watch can predict fainting with 'high accuracy'
The feature would allow users to get into a safe position or call for help.
Energizer releases coin lithium batteries that won't cause burning if accidentally swallowed
The Ultimate Child Shield batteries also turn the victim's mouth blue.
Canadian officials claim OpenAI violated federal and provincial privacy laws
Regulators took issue with the amount of personal data the company collected and its approach to consent.
Snap's $400 million deal with Perplexity is dead
The planned AI search feature for Snapchat never fully rolled out.
Google's AI search results will now turn to Reddit for 'Expert Advice'
AI responses now also recommend in-depth articles and links to sources you already subscribe to.
Mina the Hollower, from the studio behind Shovel Knight, arrives on May 29
The gothic horror-inspired action-adventure game from the makers of Shovel Knight maker is almost here.
Anthropic is doubling Claude Code rate limits after deal with SpaceX
The company is also interested in SpaceX's planned orbital data centers.
Google just bought a stake in the maker of Eve Online to train its AI models
DeepMind will research player behavior in the space-based RPG.
MindsEye developer Build a Rocket Boy has reportedly laid off even more staff
Around 170 roles are said to be affected.
reMarkable Paper Pure Review: Great hardware held back by bad philosophy
There's an obvious conflict between business and ordinary users.
reMarkable's Paper Pure is its new entry-level slate
It's consciously designed to appeal more to corporate buyers.
Vivo X300 Ultra and Vivo X300 FE launched: Price, features and sale
Catering to premium segment buyers, the new Vivo X300 Ultra brings the ZEISS tuned lenses along with the extender kit, while the X300 FE offers similar features in a rather affordable pricing
Pornhub is unblocking UK users who verify their age with Apple
Its parent company Aylo says age-verified iOS users in the UK will now be able to fully access the adult website.
CMF Watch 3 Pro smartwatch launched with AMOLED display
CMF Watch 3 Pro can also monitor heart rate and sleep, stress tracking, guided breathing exercises, hydration and inactivity reminders and womens health support
Instax Mini 13 Review | Instant fun, minimal evolution
The Fujifilm Instax Mini 13 builds on what already makes the series so popular: simplicity, nostalgia, and the fun of instant photography
Apple to let users choose rivalAImodels across iOS 27 features: Report
The change is slated for iOS 27, iPadOS 27 and macOS 27 this fall, the report said, citing people with knowledge of the matter
Valve releases design files for its out-of-stock Steam Controller
Make and mod your own accessories if you've already got the gamepad.
Anthropic reportedly agrees to pay Google $200 billion for chips and cloud access
This five-year deal is one of many circular agreements keeping the AI sector afloat.
Xbox is ditching Microsoft's Copilot AI
The AI assistant is no longer coming to consoles and will be removed from the Xbox mobile app.
Remakes of Myst and Riven are coming to PlayStation, Xbox and the Microsoft Store
Both remakes were already released on Steam and the macOS App Store.
European law requires large platforms to offer alternative feeds.
Apple Intelligence will reportedly let you choose third-party AI models in iOS 27
iPads and Macs are also expected to embrace external options for generative AI.
Pennsylvania is suing Character.AI over chatbots that pretend to be licensed doctors
State investigators found a chatbot that claimed it had a medical license and could write prescriptions.
The next Call of Duty is not coming to PS4 (or presumably Xbox One)
Activision Blizzard seems to be focusing on next-gen platforms.
Google Home gains more Gemini-powered camera features
The company also updated Gemini for Home for those in an early access program.
ChatGPT's new default model is more factual and better at personalization
OpenAI is deploying GPT-5.5 Instant to all users starting today.
Book publishers accuse Meta and Mark Zuckerberg of copyright infringement
The class action suit concerns unauthorized scraping by Llama AI.
Alexa+ is now available on a bunch of Bose speakers
This is the upgraded smart assistant's debut on a non-Amazon device.
Google will livestream The Android Show: I/O Edition on May 12
The virtual event will showcase some of the biggest changes to the OS in years.
Chrome on Android will now let you share your approximate location
The feature is also coming to desktops soon.
Game Pass additions for May include Subnautica 2 and Forza Horizon 6
It's another stacked lineup, with Mixtape also among the games joining Microsoft's subscription service
The creator of Citizen Sleeper 2 is making two new games
One is a TTRPG, and the other an entirely new video game.
Horizon Hunters Gathering is holding another playtest on May 22
The spinoff will be playable on PS5 and PC via Steam.
Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight balances fan service with an Arkham-style open world
It's Lego Batman's origin story, balancing his greatest hits with some new gameplay upgrades.
Form launches a cheaper version of its smart swimming goggles
Form Smart Swim 2 LT loses the heart-rate monitoring, keeps the rest.
Google, Microsoft and xAI agree to provide US government with early AI model access
The Commerce Department will use the access to conduct security evaluations.
Samsung Galaxy A37 review: A solid deal even in this economy
The Galaxy A37 isn't the the flashiest device, but it's got solid components and a sturdy design for a reasonable price, which is all we can really ask for.
Bose's new Lifestyle home audio lineup includes a speaker, soundbar and subwoofer
The new speakers will be available May 15.
Google's Pentagon AI deal reportedly drove the DeepMind team to unionize
DeepMind workers in the UK have voted to unionize.
Apple said to be talking to Intel and Samsung about building key device processors
Apple is concerned about its lack of supply chain flexibility.
HP HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) Review | A machine built for long-session stability
HyperX OMEN 15 (2026) reflects HPs attempt to refine that balance by transforming high-refresh visuals, AI-assisted tuning, and an unusually responsive keyboard
The White House is considering tighter regulation of new AI models
A working group could vet new models before they're publicly released.
iOS 26.5 will add end-to-end encryption for RCS messages between Apple and Android
Keep those private conversations truly private.
Wholesome Direct returns June 6 with a slew of joyful games
Catch the stream the day after Summer Game Fest's 2026 showcase.
One of iRobot's co-founders is now making weird little robot companions
They are like pets, but without all of that pesky love.
Mini Motorways is letting players vote for its next city map
The traffic management sim will include the new area later this year.
A study shows that cellphone bans didn't improve US students' test scores
However, students reported improvements in overall well-being in later years.
How to watch Xbox's Stranger Than Heaven showcase
Tune in Wednesday for a closer look with the game's developers and cast.
Instagram is testing optional 'AI creator' labels
The company is encouraging accounts that frequently post Gen AI content to use the feature, but isn't requiring it.
Samsung Galaxy A37 Review | A software-first, durability-focused smartphone
Starting at 41,999, the phone directly competes with the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max, both of which bring strong performance and battery advantages to the table
Apple beats earnings estimates with continued iPhone momentum
Apple has posted strong quarterly earnings, beating out Wall Street expectations
Poco X8 Pro Max Review | Powerful performance and premium hardware
Starting at 42,999, the phone makes a strong case for its Pro Max branding with a massive battery, a premium design, and powerful performance
