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Steam Deck Price Hikes Signal Enduring Hardware Cost Crisis
Valve's Steam Deck price jump of over 40% shows AI demand and geopolitics are pushing hardware costs to a painful new normal for consumers.

Apple Hints at Price Hikes, Sparking Rush on Current MacBook Air Deals
Apple signals possible price increases, making current discounts on M4 and M5 MacBook Air models a rare opportunity for buyers.

RAM Prices Stay High, but PC Upgrades Shift to Peripherals
With RAM costs still elevated, PC enthusiasts are turning to upgrades like keyboards, monitors and network gear. Memorial Day sales highlight the trend.

Orbital AI Data Centers Face Months-Long Outage Risks, Experts Warn
Hyperscalers eye space-based AI compute, but experts flag severe operational risks including months-long outages due to physical access limits and radiation.

NASA Moon Base Plans Rely on Astronauts to Assemble Structures in Space
NASA revealed new details on its moon base plans, requiring astronauts to manually assemble habitats using modular components and relying heavily on commercial partners.

Why Modular Home Security Systems Are Gaining Traction in 2026
Modular home security systems offer flexibility and no long-term contracts. This trend is reshaping how homeowners approach safety and smart home integration.

Enterprises stuck in AI's 'chat phase' as gap between insight and action widens
Many enterprises use AI only for chat and queries, failing to translate insights into business outcomes. A shift toward integrated execution is critical.

SpaceX Wins $2.29 Billion Military Network Contract for Space Targeting
SpaceX secures a $2.29 billion Space Force contract to build a satellite network linking sensors to weapons in near real time, reviving stalled Pentagon efforts.

Outdated Networks Threaten AI Progress for Many Organizations
AI's potential is limited by weak networking infrastructure. Many organizations lack the connectivity needed to support advanced AI workloads.

Asus Marks 20 Years of ROG With a Gold-Plated Gaming Mouse Packing a 65K Sensor
Asus released the ROG Harpe II Extreme Edition 20, a limited-edition mouse with 24K gold finish, see-through back and a 65K sensor to celebrate two decades of its Republic of Gamers brand.

Motorola Razr 2026: Style Over Substance in the Foldable Phone Market
Motorola's latest Razr flip phones dazzle with design but lag in performance and value. A closer look at the trade-offs.

Security Audit Clears DJI Drones of Malware, Challenges FCC Ban
A U.S. cybersecurity audit found no malware or backdoors in DJI drones, casting doubt on the FCC ban and fueling a $1.56B legal fight.

Asus Reveals Massive 3,000W PSU to Fuel Four RTX 5090 GPUs
Asus announced a 3,000W PSU that can power four RTX 5090 GPUs. The ROG Thor unit targets extreme builds and highlights rising power needs in high-end PC hardware.

AI Outpaces Human Patching, Making Vulnerability Windows Obsolete
AI-powered bug detection finds vulnerabilities faster than humans can patch. The industry shifts from reactive patching to building resilient software from the start.

German 'Accidental' Spin-Off Builds Microscopic Filters for 6G and Space
A German research spin-off developed microscopic terahertz filters for 6G, satellite communications, and quantum computing. The company, Lepto, emerged unexpectedly from academic work.

The Writerdeck Trend: Distraction-Free Writing Machines Gain Followers
The writerdeck trend sees creators building minimalist writing machines to escape digital distractions, using Raspberry Pi and e-ink screens.

Military Smart Glasses Let Soldiers Order Drone Strikes With Eye Tracking
Anduril and Meta are developing AR headsets that use eye-tracking and AI to order drone strikes. The systems face technical and attention hurdles before a potential 2028 production.

Star Citizen Hits $1 Billion Crowdfunding Milestone, Still in Early Access
Star Citizen has raised $1 billion from backers but remains in early access after nine years of development, sparking debate about crowdfunding risks.

Fake AI Influencers Sell Cheap Goods Using Racial Stereotypes on TikTok
Scammers deploy AI-generated Black avatars to sell mass-produced products via dropshipping on social media platforms, deceiving viewers with fake handmade claims.

Lego and Pokémon merge physical play with digital smarts in new sets
Lego's 12 new Pokémon sets blend physical building with digital interactivity, marking a shift in smart toy design.