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Twitter Outlines Roll-Out Plan for Alternative Feeds, Updated Bookmarks UI and Long-Form Tweets
Elon Musk has mapped out a series of new UI updates coming over the next few months.
Meta Calls for Increased Regulation of Child Safety Online
Meta’s called for more coordinated action after its first-ever Meta’s Youth Safety Summit.
Instagram’s Updating its UI, with the Shop Tab to Disappear from the Main App Screen
The update is another concession that in-stream shopping isn’t taking off as well as Meta hoped.
Shiftall’s FlipVR Controller Frees Up Your Hands When You Need Them
Shiftall’s FlipVR controller frees up your hands when you need them.
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Pimax Portal View: Hands-On Demo Shows Incomplete Software & Hardware
At CES 2023 we tested samples of the Pimax View VR holder attachment for its Portal handheld gaming system.
Hands-on: Vive XR Elite is Lightweight & Compact, But Shares Quest Pro’s Woes
At CES 2023 HTC revealed its new Vive XR Elite headset which is positioned as a Quest Pro competitor. In terms of features and hardware, the headset is largely a refinement of formfactor over anything else; and while it’s undoubtedly compact and lightweight, it may be hampered by an unclear value proposition and some ergonomic […]
Intel Partners with Meta to Optimize Flagship Wi-Fi Card for Low Latency PC VR Gaming on Quest 2
Quest 2 users have a few choices when it comes to cutting the cable and playing PC VR games over Wi-Fi. You can opt for something like a dedicated dongle, or simply configure your network for the most optimal Wi-Fi setup, which usually means having your PC connected directly to the 2.4/5Ghz router with an Ethernet […]
Science-Filled Dragon Leaving Station Today After Crew Med Checks
A U.S. cargo craft is being loaded with hardware and sensitive research samples for analysis on Earth before it departs the International Space Station today. The Expedition 68 crew members also had time on Monday for biomedical activities and lab maintenance ensuring the crew and the station continue operating in tip-top shape. The SpaceX Dragon …
The HTC Vive XR Elite Is A Big Step For XR Hardware
Even weight distribution, magnetic gaskets, a swappable battery pack, and built-in adjustable diopters show that HTC is really focused on hardware. After weeks of teasing, HTC officially unveiled the HTC Vive Elite XR at CES 2023. The new HTC Vive XR Elite is a compact standalone device. The front panel barely extends past the front […]
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Dyson Zone Won Some Points, But Doubts Remain: CES 2023 Hands-On
When Dyson offered me the opportunity to try out the Zone, I took it as an easy way to grab some laughs and dunk on a weird product. Boy was I wrong.
The Top 5 Most Expensive Cars In Manny Pacquiao’s Collection
Manny Pacquiao is known as a fearsome name in the ring and in politics, too. But his fame hides a surprising car collection. Here are his most expensive cars.
Here’s What Makes The Honda Motocompo ‘Trunk Bike’ So Special
In the 1980s, Honda came out with a super compact scooter called the Motocompo; it was a bike so tiny that it was dwarfed by all but the smallest models.
Here’s How To Check If Your Mac Can Run A Game Or Program
Macs can do some amazing things. But with PC users remaining a large contingent some programs won’t run on a Mac. Here’s how to make sure the one you want will.
A few thoughts on the Vive XR Elite
One of the most important XR news from CES has been the reveal by HTC of the Vive XR Elite. I’ve always published news articles about the release of all the most recent HTC headsets, but this time I wasn’t at CES and I hadn’t received any kind of press material from the company, so […]
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VR Racing Sim GRID Legends Coming To Quest 2
Create your very own motorsports events in this upcoming VR racing game. There’s a criminally small amount of quality racing games available on Meta Quest 2. Perhaps that’s why I was so excited to hear that Codemasters’ arcade racing game GRID Legends will soon be available to play in VR on Quest 2 and Quest […]
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Releases Recap: January 2 – 6
This week, we released a bunch of titles and updates across the Meta Quest Platform. Here’s a rundown of the highlights….
Meta Horizon Worlds v91 Release Notes
Welcome to Meta Horizon Worlds v91! We hope everyone in the community has had a great start to 2023. As you can see when first…
How To Clean Your AirPods Max Headphones
Got a smudge or stain on your fancy new AirPods Max? Don’t panic. You can clean them with a few simple steps. Apple might even be able to help you with them.
Here’s Why The Tesla Model S Plaid Is Worth Its Over $135,000 Price Tag
Tesla vehicles aren’t exactly cheap, especially with the Model S Plaid, but that car’s best-in-class performance helps justify the six-figure price tag.
The Most Expensive Car In Judge Judy’s Collection
After her long-running stint as the iconic Judge Judy on TV, an extensive collection of appropriately colored Bentleys make up Judy Sheindlin’s car collection.
How To Set Up Guest Mode On Your Chromebook
If you’re sharing your Chromebook with someone else but don’t want them to see your data, you can turn on a guest mode that’ll keep your habits private.
Twitter Previews New Bookmarks UI, Making the Functionality Easier to Access
Elon believes that bookmarks provides more valuable functionality than most realize.
Vive XR Elite: HTC’s Quest Pro Competitor Ships Next Month For $1100
HTC’s Quest Pro competitor Vive XR Elite ships in February for $1100.
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Accutron: The Watch that Spurred a Social and Cultural Movement
So much of our society and culture is interconnected, drawing inspiration from certain iconic inventions, figures, and moments. Bulova’s Accutron watch has created lasting social change, cementing it as one of those key cultural items. …read more
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