Every angle covered: nearly 250 Sony cameras set to capture Super Bowl LIX
A cinematic spectacle
Electronics
The latest consumer electronics, from smart home devices to cool gadgets that are bound to be industry-changing.
Meta dominates VR market, but Reality Labs division posts $5 billion loss for the quarter
A billion-dollar success with billion-dollar losses
Logitech's tiny radar sensors could let managers see if a cubicle is occupied
Still less invasive than cameras
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra gets reviewed: A modest upgrade
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is an impressive Android handset, featuring new rounded corners, top performance, outstanding cameras, and AI capabilities. However, the S Pen offers fewer features, and the price remains steep for what's otherwise a small upgrade for S24 users.
Crucial X9 Pro 2TB ultra-fast portable SSD is currently discounted to $119
The Crucial X9 Pro is the perfect solution for professionals, content creators, and gamers who need fast storage, combined with durable on-the-go needs.
E6 unveils copper-diamond composite for next-gen thermal management
Cost will be a huge factor
Intel proposes new modular standards for laptops and mini PCs to improve repairability
Upgrades for individual parts could cut costs and e-waste
Sony's next-gen XM6 headphones might drop this summer
Detachable earcups and a more compact footprint when folded are possible improvements
Sony to cease Blu-ray production, leaving physical media fans concerned
The big picture: Sony, LG, Panasonic, and retailers in general have been gradually withdrawing from the Blu-ray business for years as consumers increasingly favor streaming and other forms of digital distribution. However, some market indicators suggest that demand for physical media hasn't completely evaporated, with many consumers harboring concerns over quality and ownership.
Canon pushes the limits of 35mm with record 410-megapixel sensor
24,592 x 16,704 pixels
This folding mini-ITX chassis offers users a slick HTPC with easy assembly
Magnetic sides require no screws or tools for quick access to the motherboard
Nvidia says RTX 50 GPUs won't suffer a repeat of melting 4090 power cables
The 12V-2x6 cables haven't encountered the same fiery issues as 12VHPWR
Hisense A9 e-ink smartphone returns with expanded storage and memory
It might be one of the worst smartphones or one of the best e-readers
Walgreens' smart freezer doors were a $200 million misstep
Tech isn't always the answer
New Paperlike 103 portable e-ink monitor arrives with a 60Hz refresh rate
Dasung keeps pushing for more advanced e-ink displays
A Colorado police department is giving away Apple AirTags to fight car theft
AirTags, loved by law enforcement and criminals alike
Lithium-sulfur battery advancements promise faster charging and longer life
Research could lead to new, commercially-viable batteries
LG's next-gen OLED panels promise 4,000 nits brightness and better burn-in resistance
Also bringing AI to smart TVs, whatever that means
Robots the size of rice grains aim to revolutionize brain surgery
Far less invasive than traditional tools
Massive fire erupts at world's largest battery plant in California, forcing evacuations
The 750MW site is capable of powering half a million homes
China's reusable rockets pave the way for space-based solar power
An ambitious plan that could harvest unprecedented amounts of solar energy
Repairing your Xbox just got a whole lot easier, thanks to Microsoft's new DIY program
A step in the right direction
New operating system could let US Army Black Hawk helicopters be piloted with basic training
Though that's obviously not the Army's intention
Razer Zephyr mask buyers will soon receive over $1 million in refunds following FTC settlement
6,764 consumers will be getting their money back