I’m not sold on Googlebook’s future, but it sure has two big wins I can’t ignore

Googlebook sounds like an ambitious new laptop category built around Gemini Intelligence, but its most convincing ideas may be the Magic Pointer and native Android app access.

Instagram’s new Instants tool is a brazen copycat of Snapchat and BeReal, but at least it keeps things real

Instagram launched Instants globally, a disappearing photo feature that borrows heavily from Snapchat and BeReal while pushing users toward more authentic, unedited sharing.

I’m still not sold on a disc-less Xbox, but Project Helix feels inevitable now

Leaks tied to Xbox Project Helix suggest Microsoft may launch its next-gen console without a disc drive, alongside a possible Disc2Digital program.

The Android Show 2026: Gemini Intelligence, Googlebook, Android 17 updates, and everything else

Google stepped into The Android Show with a laptop nobody saw coming, an AI layer that does your errands, and a security overhaul that’s long overdue.

Prime Video just dropped the most disappointing news about Henry Cavill’s live-action Voltron movie

If you were looking forward to watching giant robots fight in space on the big screen, here’s some news that might sting a little. Amazon MGM Studios confirmed during its Upfront presentation that the long-awaited live-action Voltron movie starring Hen…

6 things Gemini Intelligence is about to do across your Android devices

Google is bringing these Gemini features to Android, expanding it across apps and devices to automate everyday tasks, simplify browsing, and make your phone feel more helpful while keeping you in control.

WhatsApp Plus is here, and you can safely ignore this subscription

Meta’s paid WhatsApp tier is finally live on iPhone, but a closer look reveals that rivals like Telegram and Signal have been offering comparable or better features for free.

I hate scalpers, and Valve’s Steam Machine queue is exactly what we need

Valve’s database reportedly includes Steam Machine references inside its reservation system code, which could mean the company is preparing a more controlled launch after the Steam Controller scalping mess.

Wordle is getting a TV show on NBC, and it already feels like a betrayal

The New York Times is turning Wordle into an NBC primetime game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie and produced by Jimmy Fallon, set to air in 2027.

Mortal Kombat 2 understands fan-service better than storytelling

Mortal Kombat 2 delivers brutal fatalities and fan-service galore, but rushed storytelling and underused characters stop this sequel from landing a true Flawless Victory.