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Consumer technology coverage, including phones, PCs, gadgets, wearables, smart home devices, buying shifts, product strategy, and the hardware and software people use every day.
GTA VI Preload Starts November 10: Make Room for 212 GB
GTA VI preloading opens November 10 and needs up to 212 GB. Check PS5 and Xbox start times, storage rules, download estimates and setup steps.
Trezor Warns CryptoBilis Buyers to Move Funds After Safe 5 Implant Report
Trezor is investigating a reported hardware implant in a Safe 5 sold by CryptoBilis. Here is who is affected, how to move funds safely and why authenticity checks may not catch it.
Apple’s Touchscreen MacBook Pro Starts at $2,899: Who Should Buy It?
Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook Pro adds tandem OLED, M5 Pro and Max chips, and a lighter design. Here is how it compares with the cheaper M6 model.
Lenovo ThinkPlus USB Flaws: Four Models Need a Security Upgrade
Lenovo lists four ThinkPlus USB and SSD models in a high-severity advisory. Here is what failed, which devices are affected and what owners should do.
Anduril BlueChip Laptop: What ‘Built in America’ Really Means
Anduril and Qualcomm's BlueChip is a rugged U.S.-built laptop planned for 2027. Its 90% sourcing figure needs context before buyers call it domestic.
Samsung TV Tracking Can Persist After You Opt Out, Study Finds
A new smart-TV privacy study found Samsung Tizen traffic consistent with ACR after opt-out. Here is what is proven, what is not and how to reduce tracking.
Apple’s $699 OLED iPad mini Hides Its Full A20 Pro in the 512GB Model
Apple’s 2026 iPad mini adds OLED, IP67 protection and a thinner design, but only the 512GB model gets the full A20 Pro. Here is which version makes sense.
iPhone Duo Teardown Points to a Hinge Stress Point Behind Screen Failures
iFixit’s iPhone Duo teardown maps early screen failures to a possible hinge stress point, while a 5/10 repair score still leaves owners facing a $999 inner display.
SteamOS 3.9.5 Is Stable: What Changes on Steam Deck and Handheld PCs
SteamOS 3.9.5 brings Linux 7.2, KDE Plasma 6.7.3 and targeted fixes for Steam Deck, Legion Go 2 and newer Intel PCs. Here is what to check after updating.
ReactOS Can Install on NTFS, but It Is Still an Alpha Test
ReactOS can finally install and boot on NTFS, but caching, journaling and security support are missing. Here is what changed and how to test it safely.