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HoverAir’s transforming modular drone has already been halted in the US
HoverAir’s newly launched Versa camera-drone hybrid has already been forced to stop taking US orders, just three days after its Indiegogo debut, in an apparent extension of the FCC’s ongoing drone ban targeting Chinese manufacturers. The product’s maker, Zero Zero Robotics, had attempted a workaround by getting its device authorised only as a camera rather…
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The 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Is One of the Best PC Gaming Controllers Under $50, and It’s Less Than Half That Price
IGN’s deals coverage highlights the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C wireless controller, already praised as one of the best sub-$50 PC gaming controllers, currently discounted on Amazon in a limited-time offer. The deal matters for budget-conscious PC and handheld gamers, as the controller offers features typically reserved for far pricier devices, making high-quality wireless input more accessible.…
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Motorola’s GrapheneOS phones will launch in 2027 priced higher than Pixels
Motorola and the GrapheneOS project have confirmed that phones running the privacy-focused operating system are on track to launch in 2027, expanding the software beyond Google’s Pixel range for the first time. The devices won’t ship with GrapheneOS pre-installed but will receive full official support from the project, with Motorola’s backing. This matters because GrapheneOS…
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Sandustry is the first factory simulation game I’ve played that gets heaps right
Sandustry, an early access factory-building game from Lantto Games and Hooded Horse, distinguishes itself from other games in the genre by realistically simulating the physical build-up of industrial waste. Reviewer Ed Thorn argues it is the first factory simulator to truly capture the unsettling scale and “appalling magnificence” of spoil heaps, drawing a comparison with…
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Sony is ditching physical discs, so here’s how I’ll play PS2 games using original hardware and handhelds instead of PS5 games in protest
A GamesRadar+ writer reacts to Sony’s move away from physical game discs by announcing they will play PlayStation 2 titles on original hardware and handheld devices rather than buying digital PS5 games, framing it as a personal protest against the shift to disc-free consoles. The piece reflects wider unease among gamers about losing physical ownership…
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Pixel 11 gets in on the digicam trend
The latest episode of The Verge’s Vergecast podcast dives into Google’s Pixel 11 Pro, focusing on a new suite of computational photography features called Camera Looks, which lets users tweak their photo processing to move away from the smartphone industry’s typically over-sharpened, over-processed image style and towards a softer, more film-like “digicam” aesthetic. Host Jacob…
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Apple spyware warning hits iPhones in 110 countries
Apple has begun sending high-priority spyware threat notifications directly to iPhone Lock Screens as part of an intensified effort to warn users targeted by sophisticated, state-linked “mercenary” spyware. The company confirmed to CyberGuy that a fresh wave of alerts went out on 13 August to users in 110 countries, and that it has now notified…
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Best Early Tech Labor Day Sales I’d Shop Myself (2026): AirTags, Dyson, and More
WIRED has rounded up early Labor Day tech deals ahead of the holiday on Monday, 7 September 2026, highlighting discounts on gadgets its reviewers have tested and recommended. The selection spans several categories, from trackers and chargers to vacuums and audio gear, giving shoppers a chance to buy recommended tech at reduced prices before the…
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Google Pixel 11 Review: Minor Upgrade
Wired’s review of the Google Pixel 11 finds it a solid but only marginally improved successor to last year’s Pixel 10, offering a slightly better chipset and camera, faster wireless charging and new AI features rather than any major overhaul. Reviewer Simon Hill rates it 8/10, praising its camera, battery life, performance and slick AI…
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Grown-Up Gear 2026: The Best Laptop Backpacks for Back-to-School and Office Commutes to Shop Online
Variety’s shopping desk has rounded up its recommended laptop backpacks for 2026, aimed at students returning to school and office workers commuting daily, highlighting bags that combine laptop protection with practical organisation. The guide notes that laptop backpacks have moved beyond purely functional designs, now offering styles smart enough for a classroom, boardroom or office…