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The Game Boy Advance is celebrating its 25th anniversary in the US, and while Nintendo has largely chosen to honor the handheld through its Switch Online library, another company has decided to recreate the hardware itself. Chinese handheld maker Ayaneo has unveiled the Konkr Pocket Advance, a modern reinterpretation of the iconic Game Boy Advance that updates almost every part of the original while preserving the horizontal design that made Nintendo’s console so beloved. Rather than building a nostalgia piece that simply looks like the original, Ayaneo is targeting the growing retro gaming market with modern hardware. The Konkr Pocket…
After a three-year wait, Ted Lasso is finally returning to Apple TV+, but season four isn’t simply picking up where the last season ended. Instead, Apple is relaunching one of its biggest original series with a fresh premise, a revamped cast, and notable behind-the-scenes changes that could determine whether the Emmy-winning comedy can rediscover the charm that made it a global phenomenon. The new season premieres on August 4, with Jason Sudeikis returning as Ted Lasso. However, this time he won’t be leading AFC Richmond’s men’s team. Instead, Ted takes charge of the Lady Greyhounds, shifting the show’s focus to…
One of Motorola’s most affordable folding phones this year could be getting a lot snazzier. Images obtained by The Mac Observer appear to show a new Swarovski Edition of the Motorola Razr 70, which is sold as the Moto Razr 2026 in the US. The leaked phone features a textured black rear panel arranged in a 3D quilted pattern, alongside several crystal-like elements across the lower half. More crystals appear below the external display, while a larger decorative crystal sits in the center of the hinge. The standard Moto Razr 2026 is already available in Pantone Hematite, Violet Ice, Sporting…
In this week’s episode of The Game Informer Show, the crew highlights the best indie games of 2026 so far. No, this isn’t an exhaustive list, but after listening, you’ll likely have several new video game recommendations to play. Highlights include The Mermaid Mask, Into The Grid, Super Battle Golf, and Helix: Descent N Ascent. Are there a couple of games that are technically not indie on this list? Yes, but they embody the spirit of small games made by smaller teams. The Game Informer Show is a weekly podcast covering the video game industry. Join us every Friday for chats about video…
The Galaxy S27 series is still several months away, but the first price hike rumor has already arrived. According to tipster kro on X, the Galaxy S27 Ultra could cost up to 150,000 won more than its predecessor in South Korea, which works out to around $104. Of course, a Korean price increase does not guarantee an identical hike in the US or other markets. However, the claim is not difficult to believe considering Samsung’s recent warnings about rising component costs. The Galaxy S27 Ultra could see a price increase of up to KRW 150,000 compared to its predecessor.If memory…
Sony’s ultra-fast OLED gaming monitor has finally made its way to store shelves. A few months after announcing the INZONE M10S II, the company has started shipping the esports-focused monitor across major global markets. Buyers in the US can purchase the monitor for $1,099.99. It costs £1,199 in the UK, while customers in supported Eurozone markets will have to fork out €1,349. It uses a QHD Tandem WOLED panel that runs at a native 540Hz refresh rate. The monitor also has a 0.02ms response time and Sony’s Motion Blur Reduction technology. Sony worked with esports organization Fnatic on a separate…
Motorola may be preparing to throw its hat into the premium smartwatch ring. Exclusive renders obtained by The Mac Observer reveal an unannounced wearable carrying the internal name Moto Watch Ultra, and the design looks far more ambitious than the Moto Watch launched earlier this year. The images show a circular display surrounded by a numbered bezel, a large rotating crown, and an additional side button. Motorola also appears to be using a 46mm stainless steel case, which should give the watch a more premium finish than the aluminum frame used on the current Moto Watch. The leaked model is…
Google AI Studio was on track to make its way to Android and iPhone, giving developers and AI enthusiasts a dedicated place to build prompts and experiment with Google’s latest models from their phones. That’s no longer happening. In a post shared by the official Google AI Studio account on X, Google confirmed that it’s canceling the standalone AI Studio mobile app before launch. The announcement comes despite the company saying nearly 800,000 people had already pre-ordered the app across iOS and Android. Google doesn’t want another app on your phone Rather than asking users to install another Google app,…
Apple’s iPhone launches have followed the same familiar rhythm for years. Every September, Apple takes the wraps off its newest flagship lineup, and a few months later, a more affordable “e” model joins the party in the spring. It’s a formula that’s been easy to follow, but it may not stay that way for much longer. Reports have been pointing toward a major shake-up starting with the iPhone 18 lineup, and we’ve covered those rumors over the past few months as well. Rather than unveiling every new iPhone at the same event, Apple is reportedly planning to split its releases…
Technology behemoths are clearly not reading the room, or they are just moving faster than they should when it comes to AI deployment. Google has already stuffed its Gemini AI in every corner of its software stack, from Android to daily productivity tools like Gmail that are used by hundreds of millions of users every day. AI is everywhere. Not all of it is bad, mind you. But in a few places, it just feels forced. In its latest AI-fication experiment, the company targeted Google Earth. The idea was to let the audience use its Nano Banana 2 AI image…