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This is the kind of deal that doesn’t need much overthinking. If you’ve been wanting a pair of wireless noise-canceling headphones from a brand you already trust, $99.99 is a very comfortable price to jump in. That’s $78.01 off the $178 comp value, and it puts Sony’s WH-CH720N in a range where they make a lot more sense for everyday buyers. What I like about this deal is that it hits the practical middle ground. You’re not paying premium flagship prices, but you’re also not gambling on a random off-brand pair that looks good on paper and disappoints a week…
Microsoft has today announced a major shakeup in its gaming division. Phil Spencer, who joined the company back in 1988 and eventually led its gaming and Xbox divisions, is retiring from his role as the Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming. Also leaving the company is Sarah Bond, who served as President of the Xbox division. Spencer’s role will now be assumed by Asha Sharma, who previously led AI projects at Microsoft and had leadership stints at Meta and Instacart, as well. Why is this a big shift? For over a decade, Phil Spencer has been the face…
Steam Next Fest is happening right now, which is where developers releasing games on Steam all agree to launch demos of their games to encourage Wishlist additions and give players an excuse to check out games early. We have not played all the Steam Next Fest demos. There are a lot. But here are a few that we’ve played and enjoyed.Replaced The quick pitch here is Cyberpunk aesthetics, Limbo/Inside cinematic platformer puzzles and mood, and Batman Arkham combat. It seems to be a potent mix that is already really impressing us. You can watch us play and discuss the demo above.Denshattack Denshattack…
With the iPhone 16e, Apple tried to revive the affordable iPhone segment by offering a familiar form factor and capable hardware. But despite that, 2025’s cheapest iPhone release wasn’t as hot and popular as the other ones. Well, that could change with the arrival of the iPhone 17e. With detailed rumors pouring in for over six months now, the iPhone 17e is among the most-anticipated Apple product launches in the first half of the year, and so far, the rumor mill has only been kind to the device. So, without any further ado, here’s everything we know about the iPhone…
In this episode of our weekly gaming podcast, Game Informer’s Kyle Hilliard reviews God of War: Sons of Sparta, a new 2D metroidvania that Mega Cat Studios and Sony Santa Monica released during last week’s PlayStation State of Play. Unfortunately, it’s an underwhelming title. Kyle then explains why he spent $99 USD on Nintendo’s Virtual Boy rerelease and what it’s like experiencing the headset’s strange catalog of games on the Switch 2.Later in the show, Eric Van Allen dives into Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse, a mystery adventure about a cursed Japanese seaside town that has impressed him. Finally, Alex Van…
There are gaming laptops, and then there are “this could replace my desktop” machines. The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI sits firmly in that second camp, and the current discount makes it a lot easier to justify. It’s $2,499.99, down from a $3,099.99 compared value, saving you $600. If you want top-tier GPU performance but still need the flexibility to move your setup between rooms, offices, or travel, this is one of the rare deals where the price finally matches the ambition of the hardware. What you’re getting This configuration is built for high-refresh gaming, heavy multitasking, and creative workloads…
Ubisoft has had a turbulent few years, but its biggest franchises are clearly not going anywhere. In an interview with Variety, CEO Yves Guillemot confirmed that multiple Assassin’s Creed titles and two new Far Cry games are currently in development, signaling a renewed focus on the company’s most reliable blockbuster series. The update arrives during what Ubisoft has described as a major reset. The company has undergone layoffs, canceled projects, and reorganized studios as it tries to stabilize after several difficult years. Against that backdrop, Guillemot’s message was simple. Ubisoft plans to lean heavily on the franchises that consistently attract…
As video advertising output accelerates across platforms, a new challenge has emerged: volume alone no longer guarantees effectiveness. Brands are producing more content than ever, yet performance remains uneven – often because creative decisions are reviewed subjectively and far too late in the process. A growing class of AI-driven validation tools is attempting to change that by bringing predictive analysis earlier into the creative lifecycle. Instead of relying solely on post-campaign metrics or human interpretation, these systems use machine learning to assess whether an ad is structurally sound before it goes live. The goal isn’t to replace creativity, but to…
High refresh rate gaming monitors have slowly become more affordable, but Dell’s latest launch takes that trend to a new extreme. The company has introduced two new 27-inch gaming monitors with 240Hz refresh rates starting at roughly $130, a price that would have seemed impossible for this spec just a few years ago. The two models, the SE2726HG and SE2726HGS, focus on delivering fast, responsive gameplay at a budget-friendly price. Both displays are built around a 27-inch Full HD panel, a combination that prioritizes high frame rates and smooth motion over ultra-high resolution. For competitive gaming, that trade-off makes sense.…
Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer is retiring, and Xbox president Sarah Bond, long considered the person to one day hold Spencer’s job, has resigned from the company, as reported by IGN. Microsoft’s AI lead, the president of the company’s CoreAI product, Asha Sharma, will now also work in Spencer’s former position as the new Microsoft Gaming CEO. As part of this massive shake-up, Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty has been promoted to Chief Content Officer and will work closely with Sharma within Microsoft Gaming. Sharma joined Microsoft in 2024 as part of the company’s AI development, and worked as Chief…