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Panic passes Trump tariff refunds back to the Playdate customers who paid them

Ars Technica · 2026-08-27 Cached

Panic, the maker of the Playdate gaming handheld, is refunding tariffs to customers that were previously charged due to illegal import taxes imposed by the Trump administration, following a Supreme Court ruling.

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Of course Samsung made a 1,100Hz gaming monitor

The Verge · 2026-08-27 Cached

Samsung announced its 2027 lineup of Odyssey gaming monitors at Gamescom, featuring a 1,100Hz refresh rate monitor and new OLED models with high refresh rates.

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The Switch 2’s $50 price increase is happening next week

The Verge · 2026-08-26 Cached

Nintendo announces a $50 price increase for the Switch 2 console starting next week, raising the base model's price to $499.99.

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The OLED Xbox Ally X20 officially starts at $1,300

The Verge · 2026-08-25 Cached

Asus has officially launched the standalone OLED Xbox Ally X20 handheld gaming PC at $1,300, featuring a 7.4-inch 1080p OLED screen and shipping in October, with bundle options available.

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Why Hasn't the AI Bubble Burst Yet?

Reddit r/artificial · 2026-08-24

The article discusses the ongoing AI bubble and its impact on gaming PC sales and laptop prices, questioning when it might burst and the sustainability of continuous funding.

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Keychron’s wireless Hall effect keyboard is back to its lowest price

The Verge · 2026-08-10 Cached

Keychron's K2 HE Hall effect keyboard is discounted to $103.99 at Amazon, matching its lowest price. The article also highlights other tech deals like Gigabyte gaming laptops.

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Steam hardware shipper breach leaks customer data, including names and addresses

The Verge · 2026-08-10 Cached

Valve warns that a data breach at its European shipping partner CEVA Logistics may have exposed customer names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses for orders of Steam hardware, urging users to beware of phishing messages.

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Nintendo will stop selling the original Switch in Europe next year

The Verge · 2026-07-06 Cached

Nintendo will discontinue sales of the original Switch family in Europe starting February 2027, driven by EU battery regulations that also prompt a replaceable battery update for the Switch 2.

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I’m not giving up my Steam Deck for MSI’s new Claw

The Verge · 2026-06-23 Cached

The article shares first impressions of the MSI Claw 8 EX AI Plus handheld gaming PC, comparing it to the Steam Deck OLED and finding it offers better graphics and performance for demanding games, but the author concludes they are not giving up their Steam Deck due to price and comfort.

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Valve's Steam Machine ships June 29 for $1,049, but you probably won't be able to buy one yet

Ars Technica · 2026-06-22 Cached

Valve's Steam Machine will ship on June 29 for $1,049, but due to component shortages, availability is limited and a randomized reservation system will determine initial buyers.

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The Steam Machine is the start of an even more expensive future for game consoles

The Verge · 2026-06-22 Cached

Valve unveils the Steam Machine's price, starting at $1,049, highlighting the rising cost of gaming hardware due to the global RAM shortage and signaling an increasingly expensive future for game consoles.

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Here’s how you can reserve a Steam Machine

The Verge · 2026-06-22 Cached

Valve introduces a reservation system for the Steam Machine, allowing users to sign up for a chance to purchase the device with various configurations and pricing options.

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Valve explains why it isn’t subsidizing the Steam Machine

The Verge · 2026-06-22 Cached

Valve explains why it is not subsidizing the Steam Machine, citing commitment to open ecosystems over the traditional console model of selling hardware at a loss.

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Valve says it’s ready to launch the Steam Machine this summer

The Verge · 2026-06-04 Cached

Valve has confirmed that its Steam Machine PC and Steam Frame VR headset will launch sometime this summer, narrowing the window after earlier delays caused by memory and storage supply issues. The company is also setting up Verified certification programs for both devices ahead of launch.

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Sony’s new fight stick and gaming monitor launch in August

The Verge · 2026-06-01 Cached

Sony announced pricing and August launch dates for its FlexStrike fight stick ($199.99, August 6) and 27-inch gaming monitor ($349.99, August 27), along with future availability for Pulse Elevate speakers.

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I’ve tested the latest Switch 2 controllers, and this one is the best

The Verge · 2026-05-20 Cached

The article reviews several third-party Nintendo Switch 2 controllers, recommending a $50 option with TMR joysticks, amiibo support, and good rumble as the best choice for most people.

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Nintendo announces price increases for Nintendo Switch 2

Hacker News Top · 2026-05-08 Cached

Nintendo announced price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2, original Switch models, and Nintendo Switch Online subscription service across multiple regions, citing changes in market conditions and rising costs.

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