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A review of the troubled Starliner mission in 2024 has classified the spacecraft’s first-ever crewed flight as a “Type A mishap,” a category encompassing the most severe unplanned events that pose a threat to life. The spacecraft experienced issues with its thrusters on approach to the International Space Station (ISS) just over two years ago, and for a brief period of time lost the ability to safely orient itself. After managing to dock, the two astronauts aboard the Starliner, NASA’s Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, expected to return home 10 days later. But engineers, after failing to resolve the issue,…

Security researchers have uncovered major vulnerabilities in two of Tesla’s most popular vehicles, revealing that the Tesla Model 3 and Cybertruck can be transformed into remotely controlled, highly compromised “machines on wheels.” The findings highlight new concerns around the growing complexity of connected cars – and how deeply embedded software systems can introduce risks most drivers never consider. Researchers demonstrate deep access inside Tesla’s system software A research team from Northeastern University has shown that they could manipulate core systems inside the Tesla operating environment by exploiting vulnerabilities in the vehicle’s internal networking architecture. Rather than breaking into the car…

Meta’s latest developer update delivers a quiet but major shift in strategy: the company is moving its metaverse ambitions away from virtual reality and focusing almost entirely on mobile experiences. In its 2026 Horizon update, Meta confirmed it is separating its VR platform from Horizon Worlds and “shifting the focus of Worlds to be almost exclusively mobile.” The move is designed to give both platforms room to grow independently and help creators reach a larger audience. The message is clear: VR is no longer the primary gateway to the metaverse; phones are. Meta says it began experimenting with mobile versions…

After more than a decade of platform hopping, Warframe has officially arrived on Android devices worldwide. The free-to-play sci-fi action RPG is now available on Google Play, bringing one of gaming’s longest-running live-service titles to yet another screen. Developer Digital Extremes has been gradually expanding the game across platforms for years, from PC to consoles and eventually iOS. With Android now in the mix, the studio says it’s another big step toward its long-standing goal of making Warframe playable “everywhere.” The Android version supports full cross-play and cross-save, meaning players can jump between mobile, PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch…

One thing that seems certain in video games is that if a legendary developer neglects a beloved franchise, an indie studio will pick up the ball and run with it through a spiritual successor. We’ve seen it in spades with Metroid and Castlevania, and with how long its been since we’ve received a Star Fox game, it was just a matter of time before something like Fur Squadron Phoenix came along. A prequel to 2023’s Fur Squadron, Fur Squadron Phoenix brings more modern visuals and missions than its predecessor, and in the process, delivers the Star Fox 64 successor I’ve…

Electric vehicle maker Rivian has rolled out a major software upgrade that brings a dedicated Apple Watch companion app to its ecosystem, giving owners a new way to interact with their vehicles right from their wrist. The Apple Watch app arrives as part of Rivian’s 2026.03 software update, the company’s first major update of the year, and extends its connected vehicle strategy beyond smartphones and in-car interfaces. Vehicle control moves to your wrist Until now, Rivian owners have primarily used the company’s iPhone app to check vehicle status, manage charging and adjust settings. With the new Apple Watch app, that…

Slay the Spire is a fantastic game, ushering the rise in popularity of both roguelikes and deckbuilders, so it’s always exciting to get more news about what developer Mega Crit plans to do with the sequel. While we knew Slay The Spire 2 was slated to release in Early Access sometime next month, a new trailer revealed Mega Crit’s plans to drop it on March 5, just two weeks from today. You can take a look at the trailer, which includes animation and new gameplay footage, below. In addition to the release date, Mega Crit also announced Slay the Spire 2…

Headphones are one of those purchases you feel immediately. Commute gets quieter, focus gets easier, and travel becomes less tiring. The Sonos Ace are positioned as a premium over-ear option with active noise cancellation, and right now they’re $319.00, down from a $399.00 compared value, saving you $80. If you’ve been curious about Sonos’ take on high-end headphones but didn’t want to pay full price, this discount lands in the “finally reasonable” range. What you’re getting These are wireless over-ear headphones with active noise cancellation, built for everyday listening and long sessions. The core appeal of this category is simple:…

Bluepoint Games, one of several studios under PlayStation’s umbrella of developers, is being shut down by its parent company, according to a report from Bloomberg. The closure means roughly 70 employees will lose their jobs. The studio was best known for remaking games like Demon’s Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, and supporting work at other PlayStation studios. “Bluepoint Games is an incredibly talented team and their technical expertise has delivered exceptional experiences for the PlayStation community,” a PlayStation spokesperson said in a statement received by Bloomberg. “We thank them for their passion, creativity and craftmanship.”Bloomberg writes that the spokesperson…

Google has quietly rolled out a trio of Chrome features designed to make everyday browsing feel less like juggling tabs and more like getting work done. The update focuses on productivity, adding tools that help you multitask, manage documents, and move files into Google Drive without leaving the browser. According to Google’s announcement, the update introduces split view, built-in PDF annotations, and a new “Save to Google Drive” option. The company says these features are meant to help users “focus, collaborate and get things done more quickly.” Your browser is turning into a workspace Split view is arguably the headline…