PlayStation 6 Leaks Hint at Triple the Performance for Same $499 Price
Five years after the PlayStation 5 launch, rumors about the next-gen console are heating up. A recent leak from Moore’s Law is Dead suggests the PlayStation 6 could deliver triple the rasterization performance of the base PS5 and double that of the PS5 Pro—all while maintaining a $499 starting price.
The leak, reportedly sourced from a 2023 AMD presentation to Sony, claims Sony is prioritizing power efficiency and cost control. If true, this strategy mirrors the PS4’s success, which thrived thanks to its competitive pricing. However, details may have shifted since the leak.
In other gaming news, VILE: Exhumed has become an unexpected victim of Steam’s censorship campaign, while Instagram now restricts live streaming for public accounts with fewer than 1,000 followers.
Nothing Phone 3 Review: Almost a Flagship
Nothing’s latest phone, the Phone 3, brings upgrades like a 6.67-inch display, fast charging, and 256GB of storage—double what rivals like the Pixel 9 and Galaxy S25 offer. But it falls short with a mid-tier chipset and inconsistent camera performance.
The Glyph Matrix lighting system is more functional than before, though the design isn’t as bold as earlier models. While the Phone 3 is a solid contender, it doesn’t quite hit flagship status.
Apple Reportedly Developing Its Own AI Chatbot to Rival ChatGPT
Apple is reportedly working on a stripped-down AI chatbot to compete with ChatGPT. According to Bloomberg, a dedicated team called Answers, Knowledge and Information is leading the project.
This marks a shift from Apple’s previous approach, which relied on OpenAI’s tech for Siri. The new chatbot could power web-based search, Siri upgrades, and Spotlight, though Apple has yet to confirm a release timeline.
YouTube Tests Instagram-Style Collaboration Feature
YouTube is experimenting with a new collab feature, similar to Instagram and TikTok. Creators can tag collaborators in videos, helping them cross-promote content. Currently in limited testing, YouTube plans to expand access soon.
That’s all for today’s tech roundup. Stay tuned for more updates.
