Apple to Sell PS VR2 Sense Controllers Separately for $250 — Coming Nov 11 Apple quietly revealed that the company will begin offering Sony's PS VR2 Sense controllers on the Apple Store starting November 11, priced at $250. Previously, the controllers were only available as part of Sony's $400 PS VR2 headset bundle — now customers can buy them on their own for use with Apple devices running visionOS 26. The move comes alongside support in visionOS 26 for PS VR2 Sense controllers, which Apple says will enable more immersive gameplay on the second-generation Vision Pro. The controllers provide six degrees of freedom (6DOF) motion tracking, finger-touch detection and haptic feedback (rumble) for richer interaction. Price: $250 for the PS VR2 Sense controllers sold separately Availability: Apple Store, November 11…

Honor teases 'robot phone' with fold-out mechanical camera Honor has revealed plans for an unconventional smartphone design: a phone with a pop-out mechanical arm that carries the main camera. Billed as a "robot phone," the concept is meant to showcase the companys AI ambitions as part of a reported $10 billion investment in artificial intelligence over the next five years. Honor says it will share more details at the next Mobile World Congress. Honor has experimented with unusual form factors before, including ultra-thin foldables and laptops with detachable webcams. The fold-out camera idea recalls earlier pop-up cameras (for example, the OnePlus 7 Pro) but takes that concept further by mounting the camera on a mechanical arm that can swing out from the chassis. Potential benefits: Unique shooting angles, creative framing…

Apple’s M5 Chip Boosts Graphics and On‑Device AI Across iPad Pro, MacBook Pro and Vision Pro Apple has introduced its new M5 system-on-chip across updated iPad Pro and MacBook Pro models, and for the first time, the Apple Vision Pro headset. The M5 focuses heavily on graphics and AI performance while continuing Apple’s move to a third‑generation 3nm manufacturing process. Key upgrades highlighted by Apple include a redesigned 10‑core GPU architecture that delivers up to four times the peak GPU compute of the M4, improved memory bandwidth, and GPU‑core "Neural Accelerators" to accelerate AI workloads alongside the chip’s 16‑core Neural Engine. Process: third‑generation 3nm CPU: up to a 10‑core CPU (6 efficiency + up to 4 performance cores); some iPad Pro SKUs ship with a 9‑core CPU GPU: 10‑core GPU…

PS Plus Adds Silent Hill 2 and Until Dawn Remakes in Time for Halloween Sony is beefing up its PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for October with a spooky lineup of horror and big-name titles. Starting October 21, Extra and Premium subscribers can play the PS5 remakes of Silent Hill 2 and Until Dawn at no extra charge. Meanwhile, all PS Plus members can claim Alan Wake 2 this month. Both remakes launched last October, so their arrival on PS Plus comes roughly a year after release — perfect timing for Halloween playthroughs. The drop also includes a mix of genres, from action-RPGs to indie horror. Available Oct 21 (Extra & Premium): Silent Hill 2 (PS5), Until Dawn (PS5) Claimable by all members: Alan Wake 2, Cocoon, Goat Simulator 3 Other…

Roku's Big Free Update: AI-Powered Voice Search, Smarter Live-TV Search, Sports Tiles & More Roku has begun rolling out a major free software update that adds AI-powered contextual voice search and several quality-of-life improvements across many of its devices. The voice search now understands context and will display on-screen answers (rather than speaking them), letting users ask follow-ups like how scary a movie is or whether a title is child-appropriate. A new search bar on the Live TV page will scan Roku's free live channels to find matches, and the platform now factors in active subscriptions to suggest the best streaming source. This aims to make discovering what to watch faster and more relevant to each household. AI voice search: Context-aware, on-screen answers for movies, shows and actors. Live TV…

Google introduces "Recovery Contacts" for easier account recovery Google has added a new account recovery option called "Recovery Contacts," allowing users to designate trusted people who can help them regain access to their Google Account if they get locked out. The feature is aimed at users who lose access due to forgotten passwords or inaccessible devices. How it works: Users can add one or more trusted contacts to their Google Account settings. These contacts can be contacted by Google to verify your identity or provide recovery codes in case you cannot access your account. The feature is similar to recovery/legacy contact systems introduced by other platforms and adds a social layer to traditional recovery methods like phone numbers or secondary emails. Why this matters: account recovery is a common pain…

Best VPNs for 2025 — Top picks, what to watch for, and how to choose The VPN landscape is crowded but full of strong options. A comprehensive, newly overhauled list for 2025 highlights seven top VPNs after extensive testing for speed, privacy protections, platform support and streaming performance. The roundup also warns about many low-quality VPN apps that prioritize marketing over infrastructure. Key takeaways from the update: Top 7 picks chosen based on real-world tests of speed and privacy features. Common pitfalls include free or cheap VPNs that leak data or force heavy advertising. Practical guidance provided: platform compatibility, server locations, automated features and pricing. Notable VPNs mentioned Several well-known services were summarized outside the top seven to help readers weigh options: Windscribe — Strong free tier for devices (10…

Ball x Pit: A Deeply Satisfying Grind That Keeps Players Coming Back Ball x Pit is an inventive brick‑breaking roguelite from Kenny Sun and collaborators, blending dual‑stick shooting, weapon fusing, and base building into a loop that’s surprisingly addictive. After a catastrophe leaves the city of Ballbylon in ruins, players descend into a deep pit to collect resources and rebuild New Ballbylon — unlocking perks, characters and new toys for future runs. Gameplay centers on firing various "balls" at enemies, leveling up to unlock special balls and passives, and combining or evolving those balls to create powerful synergies. The title’s name hints at this interplay: the “x” stands for combinations — fusing weapon effects, pairing characters, and discovering emergent builds drives the joy of each session. Key points: Core loop:…

Spotify adds 'Mix of the Week' genre controls and taste profile to the Mac app Spotify has rolled out an update to its official Mac app that brings the previously iPhone-only "Mix of the Week" genre controls to desktop users. Subscribers can now select up to five preferred genres to directly influence the track selection in their weekly playlist. The genre choices take effect immediately, letting listeners shape their weekly mixes more precisely. The update also includes a broader "taste profile" integration, helping Spotify tailor recommendations across devices based on selected preferences. Choose up to five genres to influence the "Mix of the Week" playlist Changes are applied instantly to the weekly playlist Taste/profile settings now available in the Mac app for better cross-device personalization Available via the official Spotify…

Apple reportedly readies 7-inch smart display with ChatGPT-like Siri, indoor camera and tabletop robot Apple is reportedly expanding into more smart home devices, with a 7-inch square smart display expected in spring 2026, an indoor camera, and a motorized tabletop robot slated for 2027. The display is said to include a FaceTime camera and a more capable Siri that uses web-backed chat-style responses. According to reporting based on Bloomberg sources, Apple plans two versions of the home hub: one that sits on a HomePod mini–style speaker and another designed for wall mounting. The company is reportedly targeting a price around $350 and has moved production plans to Vietnam — a notable shift away from relying solely on China. Key details 7-inch square LCD smart display with built-in FaceTime camera and…