Category: Tech
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Hey Alexa! Welcome to the Web
Amazon officially signaled the end of the “smart speaker” era by launching Alexa.com, a dedicated web-based portal that brings its generative AI assistant, Alexa+, to the browser. This transition marks a fundamental pivot, moving Alexa from a voice-only household companion to a multi-platform agent designed to compete directly with ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. Breaking the…
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CES 2026, The Year AI Stepped Out of the Screen
As the doors close on CES 2026, the narrative has shifted. If previous years were defined by “AI as a feature,” 2026 was the year of Physical AI where intelligence finally gained a body and a sense of space. Silicon and Screens: The New Foundations The battle for the “AI PC” reached a fever pitch.…
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2026 The Year of Refinement and “Next-Gen” Delivery
As we step into 2026, the tech and gaming landscapes are shifting from experimental concepts to polished, mainstream realities. While 2025 was defined by the initial surge of generative AI, 2026 is the year where that power is finally localized into the hardware we carry every day. Hardware & Gadgets: The “GabeCube” and Budget MacBooks…
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YouTube Gaming’s Playables Builder, Game Dev for Everyone
In a bold move to bridge the gap between content creation and game development, YouTube Gaming has officially launched the Playables Builder program. Announced in mid-December 2025, this initiative introduces a specialized, AI-powered web app designed to let creators build “bite-sized” interactive games directly within the YouTube ecosystem without writing a single line of code.…
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DRAM Price Surges, A Hike Not Worth Trekking Into
The PC hardware market is bracing for a significant financial impact as industry analysts forecast a sharp and sustained price hike for DRAM (Random Access Memory) modules throughout 2026. This upward trend is primarily driven by several critical factors converging simultaneously, a rebound in consumer electronics demand, constrained supply from major manufacturers, and, most importantly,…
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The Shape of The Future, Samsung Unveils the Galaxy Z TriFold
Samsung Electronics has officially introduced the Galaxy Z TriFold, a device poised to redefine the mobile landscape in the era of Artificial Intelligence. Announced today, the TriFold is the pinnacle of the company’s decade-long investment in foldable technology, showcasing engineering mastery that delivers an unprecedented balance of portability, premium performance, and productivity. The core innovation…
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Valve Unveils a New Era of Steam with Machine, Controller, and Frame!
Valve has drastically expanded its hardware ecosystem, announcing three new devices, the Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame, all set to launch in early 2026. This announcement video, titled “Steam Hardware Announcement,” positions these new products as the culmination of lessons learned from the successful Steam Deck. Steam enters the console wars Leading the…
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Google Maps’ New Power-Saving Mode Is Something Very Familiar
Google Maps is rolling out a clever new feature designed to extend your phone’s battery life, especially during long journeys: a black and white, greyscale interface. This isn’t just a stylistic choice; it’s a practical power-saving measure, particularly beneficial for devices with OLED screens. How it Works When activated, the entire Google Maps interface, including…
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Google AI Mode Getting a Front and Center Treatment
Google is quietly revolutionizing how you search on the go by adding a dedicated AI Mode shortcut to the New Tab screen on Chrome for both iOS and Android. This simple, prominent button, placed right below the main search bar, marks a significant shift: AI-powered searching is moving from an optional feature to a fundamental…
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Open Ear and Water Resistant: Unboxing the Baseus XC1 Earbuds
I just got my hands on the new Baseus XC1 Earbuds, pretty standard unboxing experience overall. The packaging is sleek and makes you feel like you’re about to get something high-quality. I tore off the tabs, and here’s what was inside: of course, the Baseus XC1 Earbuds themselves, perfectly tucked into their charging case. I…