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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In a notable evolution of its financial strategy, Apple has formally abandoned its "net cash neutral" target during Thursday's fiscal second…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Researchers have developed lead-free indoor solar panels capable of converting artificial light into electricity. This technology could potentially power low-energy smart home gadgets and sensors without the need for traditional batteries.

The FCC has voted to strengthen 'Know-Your-Customer' rules specifically for VoIP providers to help prevent scam calls. This regulatory shift aims to hold service providers more accountable for the traffic on their networks and improve security for home and mobile phone users.

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 […]

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.

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.

The National Translator Association's upcoming convention will focus on the technical challenges of the ongoing transition from ATSC 1.0 to 3.0. This is a critical topic for Lon’s audience as broadcasters navigate the hybrid environment during the NextGen TV rollout.

A growing group of state Attorneys General are joining antitrust lawsuits against major broadcasters like Nexstar and Tegna, while subscribers are simultaneously suing to block potential mergers between Paramount and Warner Bros. These legal battles could significantly impact the landscape of local broadcasting and streaming service pricing.