Nintendo’s latest Donkey Kong Bananza Direct showcased a comprehensive look at the upcoming 3D action-adventure title, detailing gameplay mechanics, character abilities, and a compelling new story starring Donkey Kong and Pauline. Continue reading Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Unveils New 3D Platforming Adventure
The biggest update from WWDC 2025 was for the iPad, which finally gets a desktop-class window manager in iPadOS 26, a feature users have been anticipating for years. Continue reading iPadOS 26 Overhauls Multitasking with a True Window Manager
Apple’s new ‘Liquid Glass’ design language brings a translucent, Aero-like aesthetic to iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe, but not all of its visual changes are hitting the mark. Continue reading ‘Liquid Glass’ Arrives: A Look at Apple’s New Design Language
At its annual Worldwide Developers Conference on Monday, Apple laid out its software roadmap for the coming year, headlined by a major expansion of its Apple Intelligence initiative and a system-wide visual overhaul called Liquid Glass. The keynote delivered a … Continue reading Apple’s WWDC Delivers Major Upgrades for Mac and iPad, Sidelining Other Platforms
The big question emerging from launch reviews is: does the Switch 2 have a “killer app”? According to critics, the answer is more complicated—and exciting—than you might think. While the ambitious Mario Kart World is being praised, many reviewers suggest the console’s true power lies in its ability to breathe new life into a massive back catalog. Is the real star of the launch a new game, or the stunning 60fps upgrades for titles like Zelda and Pokémon? We’ve compiled the reviews to break down what critics are saying about the launch library’s biggest successes and surprises. Continue reading Switch 2 Games: Critics Find More to Love in Old Titles Than New
The consensus among early reviews is clear: the Nintendo Switch 2 is a brilliant piece of hardware, but its launch has been defined by retail chaos. Critics are praising its powerful performance, stunning new display, and satisfying magnetic Joy-Cons. But these successes are being weighed against widespread reports of pre-order chaos, frustrating price hikes, and the infamous ‘Staple-gate’ incident that damaged consoles before they were even opened. This full breakdown synthesizes the initial reviews and launch day reports to cover the highs and lows of Nintendo’s big day. Continue reading Switch 2 Earns High Marks for Hardware, But Launch Day Problems Emerge
This week in the tech world was marked by significant developments across various fronts. Leadership uncertainties and budgetary concerns cast a shadow over NASA, while a critical cybersecurity alert put thousands of ASUS router users on notice. The artificial intelligence landscape continued its dynamic evolution, with major players like OpenAI and Anthropic making headlines for new capabilities and policy engagements, alongside a notable AI content deal between Amazon and The New York Times. Antitrust scrutiny remained a persistent theme, highlighted by Meta’s ongoing trial and new U.S. restrictions on technology sales to China. In the software realm, the popular Arc browser announced a surprising halt to its development, and regulators on both sides of the Atlantic advanced new rules aimed at bolstering online safety and platform accountability.
Continue reading “NASA Leadership Shakeup & Budget Cuts, Massive ASUS Router Backdoor Alert, AI’s Rapid Evolution, and Ongoing Antitrust Battles: Weekly Tech Roundup”
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA (Reporting from Toronto, ON) – May 26, 2025 – While artificial intelligence and the new Android XR platform took center stage at Google I/O 2025, the developer conference also delivered a host of other notable advancements. These include the futuristic Google Beam telepresence system, significant design and AI upgrades across the Android ecosystem, and new intelligent features for widely used applications like Gmail and Google Docs. Google Beam: “3D FaceTime” Nears Reality Google unveiled Google Beam, an AI-first video communication platform born from its “Project Starline” research. Beam aims to create a highly realistic sense of co-presence … Continue reading Beyond AI and XR: Key Innovations from Google I/O 2025
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA – May 26, 2025 – Google’s annual I/O developer conference concluded today, painting a vivid picture of a future deeply intertwined with artificial intelligence and immersive experiences. The event showcased a sweeping array of innovations, from foundational AI model breakthroughs and a radical new vision for Google Search, to the official launch of the Android XR platform and significant enhancements across the entire Android ecosystem. Here’s a consolidated look at the major developments from Google I/O 2025, with links to our detailed coverage: The AI Revolution Accelerates Google I/O 2025 was unequivocally dominated by AI. The company … Continue reading Google I/O 2025 Recap: AI Unleashed, XR Horizons Broaden, and a Smarter Ecosystem Emerges
MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA (Reporting from Toronto, ON) – May 26, 2025) – Google today took a significant step into the future of immersive computing with the announcement of Android XR, a new platform designed to power smart glasses and headsets, … Continue reading Android XR Launched, Bringing Gemini AI to Smart Glasses and Headsets
