Gaming Hardware

A Meta Quest 3 external battery is suspected of causing a small fire and explosion in a Frankfort, Maine home on June 11. Firefighters released security footage showing the incident and are warning owners of the risks.

May 28, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Rumors suggest Valve's upcoming Steam Machine could start at $1,000 or higher, raising worries among gamers already facing rising costs.

The Linux kernel version 7.0 has incorporated support for guitars from Rock Band 4 designed for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 consoles. This update also includes additional quirks for various laptops. The changes aim to enhance hardware compatibility in the open-source operating system.

February 04, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

Valve's Steam Machine, revealed at the end of 2025, remains scheduled for an early 2026 launch despite the company's silence on pricing and exact dates. AMD CEO Lisa Su stated during a recent earnings call that the device is still on track. This update reassures fans amid concerns over potential delays.

Sony's PlayStation Portal Remote Player, a device for streaming PS5 games over Wi-Fi, is now available at a discounted price of $179 on Amazon, down from its usual $200. The 10% reduction applies to both white and black models but ends at midnight today. Potential buyers should note that shipping will occur after Christmas, making it less suitable for immediate gifting.

December 20, 2025 Iniulat ng AI

The Nex Playground console has surged in popularity, capturing third place in November sales and 14% of Black Friday console market share. CEO David Lee attributes this success to a subscription model that avoids the pitfalls of the Nintendo Wii's individual game sales approach. Lee praises Nintendo while emphasizing the need for ongoing innovation to retain expanded audiences.