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.

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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.

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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.

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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.