Google’s Play Store editors have released their list of the top Android games of 2025, highlighting titles they say stood out for developer performance, innovation and user experience. The selection spans multiple categories and includes games available on both mobile devices and Windows PCs. Pokemon TCG Pocket was named the Play Store’s best game of the year. The editors said the title “offers an authentic digital experience of the traditional trading card game and mixes the fun of collecting cards with the satisfying feeling of opening booster packs,” according to the original article. The game has also been listed as…
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Samsung may be preparing to integrate its Galaxy Ring with the upcoming Galaxy XR headset, according to a newly discovered software reference. Android Authority reported finding a line of code labelled “ring gesture for glasses” in the latest Galaxy Ring Manager app, indicating potential support for hands-free navigation through simple gestures. The reference suggests Samsung is exploring ways for the Ring to interact with both the Galaxy XR headset and future Galaxy Glasses. In its current form, the Galaxy Ring already performs basic tasks such as triggering the camera shutter or dismissing alarms. Extending those interactions to XR hardware could…
Sony Interactive Entertainment’s San Diego Studio may be preparing to bring its long-running baseball series MLB The Show to PC, following the appearance of a new job listing seeking a Senior Graphics Programmer to “develop and optimize real-time graphics systems specifically for PC.” The listing, which mentions work on an “AAA PC title,” has fueled speculation that MLB The Show 25 or a future entry in the series could become the next PlayStation exclusive to reach desktops and laptops. “Some PC owners dream of a day when all first-party Sony IPs become cross-platform games,” the listing summary noted, echoing ongoing…
3D printer manufacturer Bambu Lab has partnered with Los Angeles–based design studio Presq to introduce an open-source footwear project that allows users to design, print, and modify their own 3D printed shoes. The initiative’s first model, called Fig.(0), is now available for free download, marking a shift toward accessible, customizable fashion manufacturing. The Fig.(0) is described as a minimalist slip-on clog made from matte TPE 85A, a flexible yet durable material offering resistance to wear and tear. The design also uses PLA as a temporary support material, which is removed after printing. Available on MakerWorld, Bambu Lab’s open 3D model…
Tesla is preparing to roll out Version 14 of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, according to Chief Executive Elon Musk. The company’s advanced driver-assistance system, which requires human supervision, is designed to eventually enable fully autonomous driving. Musk confirmed on X that the new version will enter early wide release next week, with Version 14.1 expected about two weeks later. He added that Version 14.2 would mark a significant leap in performance, with cars expected to handle roads more fluidly. He suggested the software could feel almost “sentient,” reflecting a more natural driving style similar to a human driver. https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1971134989132759088…
armin has refreshed its Instinct Crossover Tactical Edition, adding an AMOLED display and other hardware upgrades while removing solar charging support. The updated model was announced alongside the Bounce 2, Venu 4, and a standard Instinct Crossover update. The Instinct Crossover AMOLED Tactical Edition introduces multi-band GPS, a 390 x 390-pixel AMOLED screen, 4 GB of internal storage, and a dimmable LED flashlight. A green flashlight function, not present on the standard version, is also included. “The new model expands on the previous Instinct Crossover Tactical Edition in several areas, but it also falls short in others,” Garmin said in…
Huawei has confirmed that its Watch GT 6 and Watch GT 6 Pro smartwatches will launch globally on September 19, several days before their release in China. The move marks a departure from the company’s usual strategy of prioritizing its home market before international rollouts. “Surprisingly, Huawei has now confirmed that its new wearables will land globally before they make their debut in its home market,” the company said when announcing its launch plans. The Chinese release for the Watch GT 6 series is scheduled for September 24. The launch event later this week is expected to focus primarily on…
Tesla may be developing a new addition to its Cyber vehicle lineup, with a prototype resembling a large three-row SUV appearing in a promotional video released alongside its latest Master Plan. The video, published to highlight the company’s Master Plan 4, briefly shows a blocky design that extends the Cybertruck’s cabin into the space typically occupied by its truck bed, suggesting capacity for a third row of seats. The model aligns with long-standing demand among Tesla fans for a full-size SUV option beyond the Model Y. https://twitter.com/Tesla/status/1962595252398866866 The clip also shows mockups of other Tesla concepts, including a clay Cybercab…
Air at electric vehicle fast-charging stations in Los Angeles contains significantly higher concentrations of fine particulate matter than surrounding city streets, according to a new study by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Researchers said the findings suggest charging hubs could become short-term pollution hotspots. Measurements taken at 50 direct-current fast-charging stations showed PM2.5 levels ranging from 7.3 to 39 micrograms per cubic meter — roughly double the city average of 3.6 to 12.4 μg/m³. In some cases, peak levels reached as high as 200 μg/m³, while gas stations and busy roadways showed lower concentrations. The study attributed the…
JBL has announced its new Sense Pro open-ear true wireless earbuds, set to hit the market in October, featuring a hook design for secure fit and a battery life of up to 38 hours with the charging case. The earbuds are intended for fitness enthusiasts and everyday users, combining durability, immersive sound, and convenience features. The Sense Pro earbuds are available in Gray, Blue, Purple, White, and Black, and include adjustable titanium alloy hooks for comfort and even weight distribution. Rated IP54 for dust and water resistance, they feature JBL’s OpenSound air conduction technology, a 16.2 mm diamond-like carbon driver,…