Steam Winter Sale 2025: big discounts from Dec 18 to Jan 5 Valve’s Steam Winter Sale is running from December 18, 2025 through January 5, 2026. The promotion includes discounts on major releases from the year and a wide selection of indie titles — a good time to grab games for the holidays or build your backlog for the year ahead. Notable discounts called out this round include: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 — $40 (down from $50) Silent Hill f — 40% off (about $42) Assassin’s Creed Shadows — $35 (normally $70) Stardew Valley — $9 Baby Steps — $13 Plus many indie picks like Consume Me and Ball x Pit on deep discounts Steam runs sales frequently, so if a title you want isn’t discounted now it may appear…

Google NotebookLM introduces Data Tables for synthesizing research into exportable charts Google has added a new Data Tables feature to NotebookLM that helps users collect and synthesize information across multiple sources into structured tables. Those tables can be exported directly to Google Sheets, making it easier to turn scattered notes and research into shareable data. Data Tables are available to Pro and Ultra NotebookLM users today, with a broader rollout planned for all users over the coming weeks. The tool is pitched for tasks like organizing notes, building price comparisons and aggregating findings from multiple projects using natural‑language prompts to define the desired table structure. How Data Tables work Users ask NotebookLM (in natural language) to extract or summarise data across documents and sources. NotebookLM assembles the requested fields into…

AirTags 4-pack on sale for $65 — near record low Amazon is offering a four-pack of Apple AirTags for $65, a discount close to the all-time low of $63. The deal is live now and, if you order quickly, the trackers should arrive in time for the holidays — making them a practical gift for anyone who often misplaces keys, wallets or luggage. AirTags are small Bluetooth trackers designed to help you locate items using the Find My network. They’re IP67 rated for dust and water resistance and use a replaceable CR2032 battery that Apple says lasts about a year under typical use. Why buy a 4-pack? Cover multiple items at once: keys, backpack, luggage and a wallet. Share location access with up to five people for family tracking or…

Alexa+ Greetings can now answer your Ring doorbell and talk to visitors Amazon has added a new Alexa+ feature called Greetings that lets Alexa respond to people at compatible Ring video doorbells and carry on a short conversation. The system claims to identify a visitor’s context (what they’re wearing, holding or doing) and then act — for example, asking delivery drivers to leave a package at the back door or telling solicitors to go away. The feature is live in the US and Canada today but comes with several limitations: it only supports certain newer Ring models, requires a Ring Premium subscription and access to the Alexa+ early access build, and currently works only in English. How it works AI analyzes visual context from the Ring camera plus any information…

Prime Video January 2026: German originals, international series and ambitious new show formats Prime Video kicks off 2026 with a mixed slate designed to appeal to wide audiences: the streaming service bundles several German productions alongside international series and high‑production show formats. Central to the lineup is the German feature film "Der Tiger," which anchors the service’s push for locally relevant premieres. The January program focuses on bringing both returning series and new, spectacle‑driven formats to viewers. Prime Video is also promoting multiple in‑house productions that target mass appeal — a strategy that blends regional storytelling with global content to retain and grow subscribers. What to expect German centerpiece: the original film "Der Tiger" headlines the slate and highlights Prime Video’s investment in local film production. International series: established and…

Meetup refreshes its mobile app to make meeting in real life easier Meetup has started rolling out a redesigned mobile app for iOS and Android that aligns with its recent website refresh. The update modernizes the interface with new fonts, colorful icons and improved spacing, and preserves core features while making them easier to access. The app’s redesign comes as Meetup sees renewed engagement: Gen Z and young Millennials now represent about 40% of active users, and new registrations have grown roughly 20% year‑over‑year. Bending Spoons, which operates Meetup, says the refreshed app is intended for people who use tablets and phones as primary work devices and for community builders who want a smoother experience. New and notable features Richer user profiles: attendees can view more information about who’s coming…

Perplexity releases a native iPad app focused on productivity Perplexity has launched a standalone iPad app that brings the capabilities of its desktop AI experience to iPadOS. The app targets users who rely on their iPad as a primary work device, adapting the desktop feature set and workflows for a larger touch display. The iPad version retains the core functionality of the desktop app while optimizing controls, layout and interactions for touch. That means easier multi-column views, touch-friendly search and navigation, and interface elements tuned for tablet use — all designed to help users research, draft and manage tasks without switching devices. Key features Desktop‑grade AI features adapted for iPadOS touch interactions and the larger screen. Standalone app: no need to run in a browser; designed for performance and fluid…

Apple unveils SHARP — open-source AI that turns a single photo into a 3D scene Apple has released SHARP, a new open‑source AI model that can generate a spatial 3D representation from a single two‑dimensional photo. According to Apple, SHARP computes a scene representation in less than a second and can render realistic, slightly shifted viewpoints — effectively letting you look around a scene from different angles after capturing just one image. The company published a research paper alongside the release and made the model and code available to enable experimentation. The approach is designed to be fast and practical, which could make it useful for real‑time AR experiences, quick 3D previews for creators, virtual tours and lightweight content generation. Key points Single‑image 3D: SHARP builds a 3D scene from…

OpenAI launches an app directory inside ChatGPT — apps for music, delivery, productivity, and more OpenAI has added an in‑ChatGPT app directory that lets users connect and use third‑party services directly inside conversations. The directory (available on web, iOS and Android) groups apps into Feature, Lifestyle and Productivity categories and includes integrations such as Apple Music, Spotify, Booking.com, Dropbox and DoorDash. To use an app, users click Connect and authorize access; once linked, apps can be invoked inside chats with an @mention. The goal is to let people move from ideas to actions — for example, turning an outline into a slide deck, ordering groceries from a recipe or summarizing documents in Dropbox — without leaving the chat interface. Key details Apps and connectors: Traditional connectors (like Google Drive) are…

AirPods Pro 3 back at record-low $199 — features, verdict and where to buy Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 are back at an all-time-low price of $199 — a notable discount for shoppers eyeing improved noise cancellation and Apple‑centric features. The model introduced in September adds the H2 chip, longer battery life and several meaningful upgrades over previous AirPods. Key hardware and software improvements include foam‑infused ear tips for better passive isolation, ultra‑low‑noise microphones plus computational audio for stronger active noise cancellation (ANC), on‑ear heart‑rate sensing that integrates with Fitness, and Live Translation for in‑person conversations when paired with Apple Intelligence‑capable devices. Why this deal matters $199 is a record‑low price for AirPods Pro 3 and undercuts many seasonal promotions — a good entry point if you’ve been waiting to upgrade.…