John Shirley

Google Pixel 10 Series Impresses with AI and Hardware Upgrades We have reviewed half of the Pixel 10 series, and Google continues to improve its phones in very tangible ways. We scored the Pixel 10 Pro a 94, a high score that is well deserved. With brighter screens, a faster Tensor G5 chip, and a […]

Europe’s biggest gameshow is a beast. Spanning the halls of Cologne Messe, and with E3 now gone, Gamescom is a bigger deal than ever. The show also attracts thousands of public attendees, giving it a fairground twist. This year, Netflix dominated one hall with a faux One Piece ship, a sports stadium, a Wednesday-themed cafe,

Essential MacBook Accessories to Enhance Your Setup in 2025 Your Apple MacBook is a powerful and sleek machine, but the right accessories can elevate it to new heights. Whether you need to expand its limited ports, create a more ergonomic workspace, or boost your productivity while traveling, there is a wide array of helpful add-ons

The right add-on can make a good iPhone experience even better. Whether you are looking to boost your battery life, level up your mobile photography or just keep your device safe from daily wear and tear, the best iPhone accessories are the ones that add real value without getting in your way. From MagSafe chargers

Apple iPhone 17 Event Set for September 9, iOS 26 Release Expected Shortly After The highly anticipated Apple iPhone 17 event is just days away, officially confirmed for Tuesday, September 9. Following Apple’s typical schedule, the official public release of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 is expected exactly one week after the event. These operating

Meta is bringing AI powered NPCs to the metaverse Developers working on Meta’s metaverse platform, Horizon Worlds, will soon gain access to new tools for creating AI powered non player characters. The company previewed the upcoming feature, set to arrive very soon, as part of a broader developer update focused on generative AI tools. Using

Microsoft Builds Its Own AI Models in Push for Independence Microsoft has launched two new artificial intelligence models developed entirely in-house, marking a significant step in its strategy to reduce reliance on partners like OpenAI. The new models are named MAI-Voice-1, a natural speech generation model, and MAI-1-preview, a text-based foundation model. MAI-Voice-1 represents the

Rakuten and Instapaper have launched a new integration that brings saved articles directly to Kobo e-readers. This move effectively replaces the previous Pocket functionality that was available on the devices. The change was necessitated after Mozilla announced it would be shutting down its read-it-later service, Pocket, in May of 2025. The new Instapaper feature on

Choosing Your Next Smartphone: A Crypto Enthusiast’s Guide You probably have a good idea of which smartphone you want next. But with more solid options than ever, the decision is no longer simple. The choice is a bit easier if you know you want an iPhone, but even then, the variation between new models might

Over 450 Diablo Developers at Blizzard Vote to Unionize Amid Industry Layoffs More than 450 developers working on the Diablo franchise at Blizzard Entertainment have voted to unionize with the Communications Workers of America. The new union will represent employees from a wide range of disciplines including designers, engineers, artists, and various support staff. This