The stuff everyone's talking about this week, minus the hype. When a big launch, price jump or release lands, we dig into what's actually confirmed, what's still rumor, and whether it's worth your money or your time. Short version up top, details below.
Image: Analogue Analogue's updated SNES and Genesis consoles add wireless controller support and USB-C for $219.99 each. Here's what's new, what's in the box, and who should preorder versus skip.
Image: Apple Apple's first smart display, HomeView, costs $299. Amazon's Echo Show 8 lists for $199.99. We compare screens, cameras, smart home support, assistants and costs to help you pick.
Image: Google Google's new Fitbit Edge adds a screen, built-in GPS, and more sensors to the formula of the screenless Fitbit Air. Here's how the two compare on features, battery, and subscription costs.
Image: Rockstar Games GTA 6 launches November 19 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Here's what's confirmed, what's only reported, and why the console you already own is probably the right one.
Image: Rockstar Games GTA 6 Standard is $79.99 and Ultimate is $99.99. Here's what Rockstar says the Ultimate Edition adds, who it's for, and why buying Standard now and upgrading later is the low-risk choice.
Image: Rockstar Games GTA 6 launches November 19 and pre-loads from November 12. Rockstar hasn't announced an unlock hour or file size yet. Here's what's confirmed, what store listings reportedly show, and a launch-week checklist.
Image: Apple Apple's $149 HomePod mini 2 adds an S10 chip, Wi-Fi 6E, Sound Glow, surround sound with the new Apple TV 4K, and Siri AI in a later update. Here's who should upgrade from the 2020 model.
Image: Apple Apple's $1,999 iPhone Duo folds a 7.6-inch screen into your pocket. Here's who it makes sense for, who should stick with the iPhone 18 Pro, and who should wait.
Image: Activision Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 launches October 23 on Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Here's what's confirmed, what outlets report about Switch 2 performance, and which version makes sense for you.
Image: Apple Apple's fourth-generation Apple TV 4K brings an A19 chip, Siri AI, and hands-free voice control at $299. Here's who it's for, who's fine with a cheap stick, and whether 2022 owners should upgrade.
Image: Nintendo The Ocarina of Time remake is $59.99 digital or $69.99 physical, out November 5 for Switch 2 only. The N64 original is already on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Here's how to choose.
Image: Sony Interactive Entertainment Sony will stop making discs for new PlayStation games in January 2028. Here's exactly what it said, what isn't changing, and how to decide between physical and digital until then.
Image: Sony Interactive Entertainment How much space each PS5 model really has, how big this fall's games are, what to delete first, and how M.2 and USB storage differ on PS5.
Image: ASUS The ROG Xbox Ally X20 adds a 7.4-inch OLED screen to the Xbox Ally X for $1,299, but keeps the same chip, RAM and storage. Here's who should pay the extra $300, and how it stacks up against the Steam Deck OLED.
Image: Sony Pictures Spider-Man: Brand New Day is on digital for $24.99 to rent and $29.99 to buy. Here's why early rentals cost that much, how prices usually fall, and when it's likely to reach streaming.
Image: Nintendo Nintendo raised the Switch 2 to $499.99 on September 1. Here's what the standalone console, the Mario Kart World bundle, the Switch Sports Resort bundle and the Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition each include, and which one makes sense.
Image: Microsoft. Used with permission from Microsoft. The $49.99 Xbox Nano Controller is smaller and lighter than the standard Xbox Wireless Controller and has a built-in rechargeable battery. Here's what's confirmed, what isn't, and who it's for.
Image: Microsoft. Used with permission from Microsoft. The Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition costs $899.99 and launches November 13. It's the same hardware as a $799.99 Series X, plus Halo: Campaign Evolved, a special controller and a numbered green shell. Here's who it's for.
