New leaks suggest a potential $600 price point for a resurrected Steam Machine console. Given Lon's extensive coverage of the Steam Deck, a dedicated living room SteamOS box would be a major topic for the channel.
A startup is demonstrating how infrasound waves can extinguish cooking oil fires, potentially replacing traditional water sprinklers. While experts are skeptical, the technology represents a novel approach to household safety gadgets.
In a major regulatory shift, the FCC has voted to ban Chinese laboratories from certifying electronics for the US market. This could significantly impact the supply chain and cost of tech products, as roughly 75% of US-bound devices are currently certified in these labs.
It's pledged to invest more into its division making ceramics used in the production of NAND memory.
OpenAI has updated its tracking policy to enable marketing cookies by default for all free ChatGPT users. This change signals a shift in how the company intends to monetize its free tier through user data and targeted advertising.
Nvidia is reportedly planning to restart production of the popular RTX 3060 12GB graphics card this June. This move aims to address the mid-range market where users still prioritize higher VRAM capacities at affordable price points.
Starlink's aggressive hardware discounts are beginning to heavily impact traditional rural internet service providers. Companies like Shentel are being forced to accelerate speed boosts and infrastructure upgrades to prevent users from switching to SpaceX's satellite service.
Amazon is dropping the Fire TV name for its line of smart televisions. The company's entire lineup of Amazon-made televisions has been rebranded under a new name.
HBO Max has updated its Fire TV app to no longer support devices running Fire OS 5. The company's support page was recently updated to list Fire OS 6 as the minimum supported Fire TV operating system version.
Good news for Madonna. Her collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter is a hit. “Bring Your Love” debuts at number 1 today on iTunes. Hooking up with Sabrina, who’s young enough to be Madonna’s daughter, was a great move. Plus, dance record — very Giorgio Moroder — is good. Madonna may have a big summer thanks to […]
Both OpenAI and Google are moving toward integrating advertisements into their AI chatbot interfaces. This marks a major shift in the monetization of generative AI for everyday users.
A new iteration of the Asus ROG NUC gaming mini-PC has been spotted with a rumored launch date in May 2026. This follows Asus taking over the NUC line from Intel and targets the high-performance compact gaming market Lon frequently covers.
Apple has officially discontinued the 256GB entry-level storage option for the Mac Mini, effectively raising the starting price to $799. This shift signals a change in Apple's baseline hardware strategy, which could impact value-conscious buyers who typically look for the cheapest entry point into the Mac ecosystem.
LightShed Partners analysts argue that Hollywood’s current obsession with vertical video for high-quality content is misguided. This analysis challenges the assumption that all content must be optimized for mobile-first, TikTok-style consumption at the expense of traditional cinematic standards.
The FCC's tentative agenda for its May meeting includes significant items like updating disaster reporting requirements and refining broadband data collection. These regulatory changes are critical for improving infrastructure reliability and ensuring accurate speed reporting from ISPs.
Google reported massive growth in its subscription ecosystem, adding 25 million new subscribers in the first quarter alone. This highlights the growing consumer shift toward paid, ad-free streaming and bundled music services within the YouTube ecosystem.
Utah is set to become the first U.S. state to hold websites legally responsible if minors bypass age-verification filters using VPNs. This move puts significant pressure on privacy tool providers and website operators.
Reports have surfaced of a Chinese retailer selling newly manufactured CRT TVs, a potential holy grail for retro gamers. Additionally, a new handheld is aiming to modernize the Game Boy SP form factor for the first time in over two decades.
Samsung warns that the global memory shortage will intensify through 2027, driven largely by AI demand. Apple has already signaled that Mac and MacBook price hikes are likely due to these skyrocketing component costs.
Microsoft is rolling out a new console-style interface for Windows 11 that replaces the desktop with an Xbox-style dashboard. This is a significant update for PC gaming handheld users and those using PCs as living room consoles.