I’ve been using the same smartphone controller on my iPhone for years. That’s partly because most options are so similar. Announced at CES 2026, the X5 Alteron couldn’t be more different. It’s a collaboration between GameSir (which loves unusual peripheral dalliances) and Hyperkin (retro-leaning controller maker). The X5 Alteron is apparently the world’s first fully … Read more
Bethesda announced on X today that Quake is now a Steam Deck Verified title. The 1996 game from the legendary id Software has also been designated Handheld Optimized for the Xbox ROG Ally devices. As one of the OG boomer shooters, Quake still commands a sizable and passionate fan base, and it’s now available on … Read more
When Images Become Searchable Increasingly, visuals shape online personas and act as persistent identifiers. Profile photos, tagged images, and videos remain accessible even as usernames change, leaving trails across platforms. As images become key identifiers, the visibility and discoverability of social media profiles are now closely tied to where and how images appear. This shift… … Read more
Trends come and go, but there are some necklace designs that have their place as keepsakes and fashion statements. Initial necklaces stand out among these traditional accessories for their intrinsic sense of identity, making them a consistent favorite for impact and subtle elegance. Today, the unique sense of emotional resonance captured by initial necklaces only… … Read more
Last year at CES, Dreame showed off a robot vacuum prototype with a mechanical arm. But while we were able to see the arm extend and retract, we didn’t see the device, which was described as a prototype at the time, actually grab anything, which was a bit disappointing. This year, though, the company has … Read more
Robot vacuum companies are once again trying to outdo each other at CES 2026. This year, Chinese appliance maker Dreame is showing off a prototype of a device that can climb up and down an entire flight of stairs. The concept, called the Cyber X, was previewed last year at IFA in Berlin. The vacuum … Read more
Cardi’s family made headlines in January 2026 when a social media user came out with a baseless claim about her father, which the rapper slammed. Cardi’s family made headlines in January 2026 when a social media user came out with a baseless claim about her father, which the rapper slammed.
IO Interactive just revealed minimum and recommended specs for the PC build of 007 First Light. The company recommends 32GB of RAM and 12GB of VRAM. In a normal world, this wouldn’t be news, as modern NVIDIA GPUs certainly have more than enough VRAM. However, we live in a world where AI companies gobble up … Read more
Riot Games has a pretty long legacy as a PC gaming studio, but the company is spreading out into consoles with its newest title. 2XKO will land on consoles on January 20, to coincide with the start of its first season. The game will be available globally for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S … Read more
Home appliance company Cosori has released a stainless steel air fryer because why not. The Iconic Air Fryer debuted in all its shiny glory at Pepcom this week, a media showcase event ahead of CES. Cosori says the air fryer is meant to address a pain point in the market regarding consumer concern over heating … Read more