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Apple’s next pair of premium earbuds could gain a feature that sounds more sci-fi than audio: cameras. A new leak, shared by well-known leaker Kosutami Ito, suggests that the upcoming AirPods Pro may include tiny built-in cameras or visual sensors designed to understand your surroundings better. Surprisingly, they might not cost any more than today’s model. Next AirPods Pro can see around you. At same price avail.— Kosutami (@Kosutami_Ito) February 8, 2026 According to the leak, it appears that Apple is developing a version of AirPods that can “see around you,” thereby opening the door to more advanced AI features…

Not every game clicks instantly. Highguard was released with little prior fanfare and even less explanation of its novel systems; my early games left me confused and frustrated. But with each match I played, I warmed to the flow of the action, the feel of movement and weapons, and the unique playstyle developer Wildlight Entertainment is trying to introduce. The game has a long way to go to be at its best, but for competitive shooter players looking for a departure from expectation, there’s good reason to be hopeful about Highguard’s future.Highguard drops players into an unusual magical world of…

If you told an EV owner five years ago that a mainstream automaker might be testing 2,100 kW charging, they probably would have laughed at you. However, that is exactly what leaked documents tied to BYD appear to suggest. A new report from Car News China, citing social media posts and screenshots of regulatory filings circulating on Chinese social media platforms, suggests that BYD is experimenting with super-fast charging technology capable of reaching a maximum input power of up to 2,100 kW (2.1 MW). What 2.1 megawatts could really deliver Even though the system might not deliver a direct 2,100…

If you’re used to hopping between gaming servers, sharing memes, or catching up with friends on Discord, be ready for a small twist in how the platform works. Starting March 2026, Discord will introduce a global age verification system that automatically places every user into a “teen-appropriate experience” until they prove they’re an adult. To fully unlock age-restricted content and certain features, users will need to verify their age via face-based AI estimation or a government-issued ID. According to Discord’s official announcement, this change is part of a broader safety push to control access to adult or graphic material and…

Riot Games is laying off employees on its 2XKO team, just a few weeks after the game’s 1.0 launch on PC and consoles on January 20. The company announced this in a blog post, and though it doesn’t share how many employees are being laid off, a Riot spokesperson told Game Developer that approximately 80 employees were let go, which is around half of the game’s development team. As for why, Riot says that while 2XKO has resonated with a passionate core audience, “overall momentum hasn’t reached the level needed to support a team of this size long term.” Despite the…

Ahead of the official launch on February 12, 2026, a French publication has leaked the key features of Sony’s WF-1000XM6 TWS earbuds. Per Dealabs, the device will feature a new QN3e chipset that is three times faster than the one on the XM5s. Along with eight adaptive microphones (beamforming + bone conduction), up from six on the outgoing model, the chipset should offer smarter, more responsive, and effective active noise cancellation (ANC). A faster brain for better silence Further, the model could get an “Adaptive NC Optimizer” feature that adjusts the noise-cancellation intensity based on the user’s environment, optimizing the…

Toyota, along with the Chinese autonomous-driving firm Pony.ai, has announced that its first mass-produced robotaxi, based on the Toyota bZ4X, has rolled off the production line. The project is a joint venture between Toyota Motor China, GAC Toyota, and Pony.ai, with themanufacturing handled by the latter two. Unlike prototypes that live their life on press stages, the robotaxis are headed for real-world service. From prototype to production The companies, as mentioned in the official press release, plan to build more than 1,000 Toyota bZ4X robotaxis this year, with gradual commercial deployment across China’s tier-one cities. At the heart of the…

YouTube TV announced plans to introduce new genre-specific bundles last year to give users the flexibility to pick and pay for the content they actually want to watch. Four of these bundles are now live in the US, with the platform planning to roll out over ten bundles across Sports, News, Entertainment, and Family content in the coming weeks. YouTube TV announced the rollout in a recent blog post, highlighting the content included in the introductory bundles and their pricing. The base Sports plan, priced at $64.99/month, will give subscribers access to all major broadcasters, alongside sports networks like FS1,…

After casting Kratos last month, Amazon has filled the role of Atreus for its upcoming God of War live-action series. As reported by Variety, Callum Vinson will play the role of Kratos’ young son from the Norse series of games.Vinson will play opposite Ryan Hurst’s Kratos in the upcoming series. The young actor has previously appeared in series such as Chucky, Long Bright River, Poker Face, and Dead Ringers. He also voices Piglet in the animated series Me & Winnie the Pooh/Playdate with Winnie the Pooh. In addition to God of War, Vinson’s upcoming appearances include roles in Netflix’s The Night Agent,…

Ferrari is finally shifting gears and heading into the electric car era. Naturally, the company must do so in style, right? Well, today, Ferrari announced Luce, its first electric car, and also gave us a glimpse of its interiors. And guess who helped with the design process? Ferrari partnered with LoveFrom, a design firm started by Apple legend Sir Jony Ive.  The “Apple touch” is visible Ferrari says both firms worked for five years to design the car, and the results look stunning. Ive’s touch also reflects his work at Apple, bringing clean metallic looks, rounded corners, and a seamless…