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Hori Wireless Horipad Turbo for Switch 2: A Promising Budget Controller Held Back by Design Flaws
Hori's Wireless Horipad Turbo for Nintendo Switch 2 offers anti-drift sticks and extra buttons at a lower price than the Pro Controller, but poor battery and mushy controls limit its appeal.
How Solar Panel Reliability Is Being Transformed by New Technology
Advances in cell design, power electronics and materials are making solar panels more dependable, shifting the technology from novelty to mainstream energy source.
MouthPad Offers Hands-Free Control via Tongue Movements
The MouthPad is a tongue-controlled touchpad that lets users operate devices hands-free. It represents a new frontier in wearable assistive technology.
The Race to Rethink GPU Interconnects: Inside the Push for Photonic Scaling
AI clusters hit a copper bottleneck. Photonic interconnects promise the bandwidth leap needed for next-gen scaling. But the transition to near-package optics will reshape chip packaging and industry dynamics by 2028.
Dbrand Remains Independently Owned as Tech Accessory Market Consolidates
Dbrand, known for its aggressive marketing and device skins, is entirely independent and run by one founder. The brand's ownership structure sets it apart in an industry of corporate acquisitions.
Storage Shortages Boost Demand For Compression Tools Like Game Compressor
Rising SSD prices are pushing gamers toward compression utilities. Game Compressor uses Windows LZX to shrink game files saving tens of gigabytes. The tool offers convenience over manual commands.
Prusa Research's Delaware Factory Rebrands to Prusa USA, Signaling Deeper US Commitment
Czech-owned Prusa Research rebrands its Delaware filament maker Printed Solid to Prusa USA, cementing a US manufacturing hub. The move comes as anti-3D printing legislation threatens the industry.
Google TV’s Offline Setup Signals a Shift in Consumer Privacy Expectations
Users are increasingly asking whether they can set up Google TV without internet. The trend highlights growing demand for offline functionality and privacy in smart devices.
AI Safety Guardrails Raise Friction for Offensive Cybersecurity Research
Offensive security researchers say guardrails on AI models such as OpenAI's ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude hinder legitimate work by blocking penetration testing requests and exploit development, forcing workarounds.
Why HDMI Splitters Fail to Keep Up With Modern Home Theater Demands
HDMI splitters have significant limitations including signal degradation and lack of independent display control, making them unsuitable for modern high-bandwidth setups.
UK and Canadian AI Safety Institutes Assess Kimi K3’s Cyber Capabilities
The UK AISI and Caisi released a preliminary assessment of Kimi K3’s cyber capabilities, sparking debate on AI security risks.
Why Netgear Nighthawk Routers Command High Prices in a Competitive Market
Premium hardware and advanced features drive the cost of Netgear Nighthawk routers. But not every household needs that level of performance.
Google Maps Home Address: Why Updating Your Location Matters for Navigation
Keeping your home address accurate in Google Maps improves route suggestions and traffic estimates. Many users overlook this simple setting after moving.
The Rise of Desk Gadgets: How Simple Tools Reshape Workplace Productivity
Desk gadgets are becoming essential for modern productivity, with demand rising as hybrid work reshapes office setups. These tools offer reliability and efficiency beyond novelty.
For Deep-Tech Startups, Dell Technologies Capital Prioritizes People Over Market Timing
Dell Technologies Capital's Daniel Docter on deep-tech investing: bet on founders, leverage Dell's network, and don't count out SaaS. The firm invested $1.8B and had six exits in 2025.
Microsoft Mandates TPM Hardware for Enterprise Windows Activation
Microsoft now requires TPM chips on KMS servers for Windows activation. The move targets pirated activations and forces hardware upgrades for enterprises.
Automated Police Drones Spread Across US as Privacy Groups Sound Alarm
Over 1,000 US public safety agencies have received FAA waivers to operate automated first-responder drones, sparking privacy concerns about surveillance without oversight.
Materials Science Emerges as Critical Bottleneck for Next-Generation AI Performance
Advanced materials from companies like Syensqo are becoming essential for semiconductor fabrication and data center cooling, defining the limits of AI hardware progress.
ChatGPT Joins Microsoft and Google as Most Impersonated Brand in Phishing Attacks
ChatGPT enters the top 10 most impersonated brands for phishing, with Microsoft and LinkedIn still leading. Check Point research reveals new attack vectors.