Articles by Judith Perera
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Lenovo's New Chromebook Plus 14 Brings Gemini AI to Budget Laptops
Lenovo's $649 Chromebook Plus 14 includes Gemini AI, OLED, and on-device processing—targeting students, hybrid workers, and AI-hungry ChromeOS fans.
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Meta Teams Up with Oakley to Launch Smart Sports Glasses with Built-In AI
Meta and Oakley debut AI-powered HSTN smart glasses on July 11, featuring a 3K camera, hands-free Meta AI, and water resistance for active use.
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'Disco Elysium' Comes to Android August 5 with Free First Chapters
'Disco Elysium' launches on Android August 5 with the first two chapters free to play, bringing its story-driven RPG experience to mobile users.
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Ferrari Scales Back EV Plans with Second Electric Model Delayed to 2028
Ferrari's second electric vehicle won't arrive until 2028 or later, as the automaker reconsiders its EV roadmap amid softening high-end market demand.
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Elden Ring: Nightreign Adds Weekly Everdark Sovereigns for Hardcore Players
Elden Ring: Nightreign now features rotating Everdark Sovereigns—weekly boss fights with souped-up enemies, exclusive loot, and brutal difficulty.
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Real-Time Voice Chat Comes to Gemini-Powered Search
Google's new Search Live feature adds real-time voice conversations to Gemini search in AI Mode, turning hands-free queries into ongoing spoken dialogue.
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Fantasy Life i Update 1.3.3 Brings Switch Up to Speed with Other Platforms
Level5's v1.3.3 patch brings Switch versions of Fantasy Life i in line with PS5, Xbox, and Steam—improving camera views, mounts, farming, and more.
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Knox Vault Powers Secure Galaxy S25 Features
Samsung's Galaxy S25 uses a hardware-secured Knox Vault and instant input deletion to keep AI private—plus a new AI off switch for cloud-free control.
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Cozy Farming Comes Home: 'Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home Special Edition' Heads to Consoles This October
The Special Edition of Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home arrives on consoles and PC this October, bringing the mobile farming sim to bigger screens—no in-app purchases.
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'Dora: Rainforest Rescue' Brings Preschool Edutainment to Consoles This Fall
Dora: Rainforest Rescue' lands Oct. 24 on PC and consoles, blending preschool learning with puzzle-solving, counting, and kid-friendly exploration.
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Google Maps Adds Train, Bus, and Walking Options to Promote Greener Travel in Europe
Google Maps now includes walking, public transit, and long-distance rail options across Europe to support more sustainable travel choices and reduce emissions.
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Revvl Tab 2: T-Mobile's Ultra-Cheap 5G Tablet Drops June 26
T-Mobile's new Revvl Tab 2 offers 5G, Gemini AI, and a 10.1-inch display—for free with select plans. It's the lowest-cost 5G tablet available in the US.
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Microsoft and AMD Team Up for AI-Powered Next-Gen Xbox Ecosystem
Microsoft and AMD announce a multi-year partnership to co-design chips for next-gen Xbox consoles, handhelds, and cloud gaming—powered by AI and Windows.
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Adobe Debuts Firefly Mobile App for AI-Powered Image and Video Creation
Adobe's new Firefly mobile app brings AI-driven image and video creation tools to iOS and Android, including text-to-image, generative fill, and more.
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Reddit Unveils AI Tools to Help Advertisers Tap Into Real Community Conversations
Reddit launches AI-driven Insights and Conversation Summary tools to help advertisers analyze community trends and boost campaign relevance—announced at Cannes Lions.
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Samsung Launches Digital Health Records Feature in India via Samsung Health App
Samsung adds Personal Health Records access to its health app in India, integrating with Ayushman Bharat to simplify digital healthcare for millions of users.
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WhatsApp Launches Discovery Tools and Paid Promotions for Channels in Global Update
WhatsApp's new Channel discovery tools and in-app promotions mark a shift toward monetizing messaging, with rollout in over 150 countries and a focus on business use.
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Apple Reveals Custom iPhone Camera Rig Used in Brad Pitt's F1 Movie
Apple developed a custom iPhone camera system to film inside real F1 cars for Brad Pitt's upcoming racing movie, debuting June 27 on Apple TV+.
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Shadow Launches Neo Cloud PC With RTX-Class Performance for Gamers and Creators
Shadow's new Neo cloud PC offers RTX 4060-class graphics, faster CPUs, and 200% improved performance for gaming and pro apps—starting at $37.99/month.
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Nintendo to Showcase 'Donkey Kong Bananza' in Dedicated Direct on June 18
Nintendo will reveal new gameplay for Donkey Kong Bananza on June 18, ahead of its July 17 launch on Switch 2. Watch the Direct at 6 am PDT / 9 am EDT.
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Minecraft Bedrock Adds Visual Overhaul and Airship Adventure DLC on June 17
Minecraft Bedrock's June 17 update introduces the Chase the Skies DLC and Vibrant Visuals upgrade, with airships, custom mobs, and enhanced graphics.
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OnePlus Sets July Launch for Buds 4 and Watch 3
OnePlus will launch the Buds 4 and Watch 2 43mm in North America on July 8, followed by a global lineup reveal on July 16.
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Microsoft Finalizes EU Data Boundary, Localizes Cloud Operations Across Europe
Microsoft now stores and manages core customer data entirely within Europe, aiming to meet EU data laws and build trust through cloud localization.
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Steam Launches Native Apple Silicon Support in Beta, Boosting Game Performance on Macs
Steam's new beta client runs natively on M1 up Macs, offering faster performance, better battery life, and smoother gameplay without Rosetta 2.
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Samsung Says New Galaxy Camera Uses On-Device AI to Interpret the World Around You
Samsung's Galaxy Z Series adds an AI-powered camera that recognizes landmarks, translates text, and offers real-time scene suggestions, all on-device.
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Switch 2 Breaks Records With 3.5 Million Units Sold in Just Four Days
Nintendo's Switch 2 has become the fastest-selling console in the company's history, moving 3.5 million units globally within just four days of launch.
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ChatGPT Global Outage Exposes Widespread Business Dependency on AI Tools
ChatGPT's 10-hour global outage on June 10 disrupted millions of workers worldwide, highlighting dangerous dependency on AI tools for daily business operations.
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iOS 26 Beta: Apple's Biggest Redesign Since 2013 Tackles User Complaints
Apple unveils iOS 26 beta with first major redesign since iOS 7. Features fixed Photos app, real-time call translation, edge-to-edge Safari, and more.
