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Used Nintendo 3DS consoles are commanding nearly Switch 2 prices amid retro gaming boom

Nintendo 3DS consoles are now selling for $250-$350 on the secondary market, nearly matching their original launch prices and approaching expected Switch 2 costs, despite selling for under $100 just last year. This dramatic price surge reflects the growing retro gaming boom and the 3DS's cult status among collectors who value its extensive game library and ease of custom firmware installation.

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A $5,000 RTX 5090? New reports warn of steep GPU price hikes

The GeForce RTX 5090's price has jumped from $1,999 to $2,500-$3,500 due to memory shortages. AMD and Nvidia plan further price increases in Q1 2026 driven by AI demand for high-bandwidth memory.

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The 8 high-precision 3D printers that really impressed us in 2025

After extensive testing, eight 3D printers stood out for accuracy, speed, and quality. Top performers include Bambu Lab's P2S and H2S, Prusa's enclosed models, and Creality's affordable multi-filament Hi.

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Instagram chief: AI is so ubiquitous 'it will be more practical to fingerprint real media than fake media'

Instagram's chief predicts AI content will dominate by 2026, making camera-based photo verification more practical than detecting fakes. Creators may need raw, unflattering content to prove authenticity.

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Web Browsers have stopped blocking pop-ups

Pop-up ads have returned in new forms that bypass current browser blockers, creating the same disruptive experience as 2000s internet browsing and prompting calls for updated blocking technology.

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Looking back at iRobot’s diversification attempts through the years

iRobot, maker of Roomba vacuum cleaners, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after 35 years. The company also developed military robots, pool cleaners, and hospital telepresence systems.

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The dumbest things that happened in tech this year

Despite major tech developments this year, the industry produced several absurd moments that highlighted Silicon Valley's quirky side. A bankruptcy lawyer named Mark Zuckerberg sued Meta's CEO after Facebook suspended his...

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Introducing PDF Diff: Compare PDFs Privately in Your Browser

PDF Diff is a browser-based tool that compares two PDF documents privately, with all processing happening locally rather than uploading files to external servers. It offers five viewing modes including side-by-side, unified, and...

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Doom can now run as your Windows screen saver

Developer Wiaam Suleiman created Doom Screen Saver, transforming the classic first-person shooter into a functional Windows screensaver that cycles through Episode 1's complete gameplay experience. The lightweight tool removes...

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OpenAI Explores Ads as AI Monetization Struggle Intensifies

OpenAI is planning to add ads to ChatGPT conversations to generate revenue from its 900 million weekly users. This move would directly compete with Google, Meta, and Amazon in digital advertising.

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Year in Space: Get ready for moon missions to take center stage in 2026

NASA's Artemis 2 mission will launch four astronauts around the moon in early 2026, marking humanity's first departure from Earth orbit since 1972's Apollo 17. This lunar journey, supported by Pacific Northwest companies like...

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Marvel’s Quiet Storm Brews Inside New Avengers: Doomsday Thor Teaser Trailer

The new Avengers: Doomsday teaser shows a vulnerable Thor kneeling alone, focusing on his role as a father to adopted daughter Love. The somber tone suggests this may be Hemsworth's final portrayal of the character.

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CES 2026: What to expect when tech's biggest conference starts on January 4

CES 2026 begins January 4 in Las Vegas with major tech companies unveiling products that will shape the year's technology trends. Samsung and LG are launching competing Micro RGB TV lineups promising brighter, more accurate...

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Cyberhackers Just Turned 150 Browser Extensions Into Viruses

Cybercriminals have successfully compromised 150 browser extensions by infiltrating their developers' accounts and injecting malicious code that turns these legitimate tools into viruses. The attackers gained access through...

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NASA’s Chandra Captures the Champagne Cluster to Celebrate the New Year

Deep space resembles a cosmic car crash frozen in time. The Champagne Cluster, a collection of galaxies 3.8 million light-years across, reveals the aftermath of what scientists believe was a monumental collision billions of years...

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New York’s incoming mayor bans Raspberry Pi at inauguration

New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani banned Raspberry Pi computers and Flipper Zero devices from his inauguration, grouping them with weapons despite their educational uses.

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This Robot is Tinier than a Grain of Salt

Scientists have created the world's smallest autonomous programmable robot, measuring just 200 by 300 by 50 micrometers—smaller than a grain of salt. These microscopic devices move by creating electrical fields that push ions in...

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Florida Is Building a Highway That Can Wirelessly Charge EVs

Florida will begin construction in 2026 on a groundbreaking 3/4-mile highway segment that wirelessly charges electric vehicles while they drive at normal speeds. This innovative stretch is part of the larger 4.4-mile State Road...

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Will your car get CarPlay Ultra? Here’s what we know

Apple's CarPlay Ultra, announced in 2022, has only launched in Aston Martin vehicles despite promising broader 2024 availability. Several automakers abandoned their plans while thirteen brands including Ford, Hyundai, and Porsche...

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Intel and Nvidia's superchip plans blend CPUs, GPUs, and big money

Nvidia bought 215 million Intel shares for $5 billion in September to develop integrated CPU-GPU systems. The partnership targets data centers and consumer devices, challenging current chip architectures through tighter hardware...

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Apple better positioned than rivals as 2026 notebook shipments face decline: report

Rising memory prices will reduce notebook shipments 5.4% to 173 million units in 2026. Apple's integrated supply chain and strong supplier relationships position it better than competitors to handle shortages.

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OpenAI and Jony Ive may be working on an AI-powered pen

OpenAI and former Apple designer Jony Ive are reportedly collaborating on an AI-powered pen device codenamed "Gumdrop" that could revolutionize how users interact with ChatGPT. The device would transcribe handwritten notes...

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Fresh Hands-On Look at Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra Reveals Bold Camera Design Shift

New leaked dummy units reveal Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a significant camera redesign, replacing individual lens rings with a raised camera "island" housing three main cameras. This design change, inspired by the...

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I'm transforming Windows 11 in 2026 using PowerToys – here's how you can too

Microsoft's PowerToys offers a collection of free utilities that can significantly enhance Windows 11 functionality for everyday users, not just tech experts. Key tools include PowerToys Run for faster file and app searches, Peek...

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