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Steam Machine official price and availability confirmed

After unveiling it late last year, Valve has finally announced the official price and availability of its most ambitious hardware, the Steam Machine. The Steam Machine base model, which has 512GB of storage, has an SRP of USD1,049 (~Php64,100) in the United States, while the 2TB variant retails for EUR1,349 (~Php82,400). But that’s just for the main unit. To get the Steam Controller, you should get the bundle priced at USD1,128 (~Php68,900) and USD1,428 (~Php87,200) for the 512GB and 2TB, respectively. Those interested can now sign up on the Steam Store until June 25, 10 AM Pacific time. After that, they will run a one-time randomization that will determine who can get one. The lucky chosen ones will be notified and can start ordering by June 29. They will have 72 hours to order, or their slot will be given to the next person on the waitlist. Moreover, you need to have a Steam account with a good standing and a purchase history prior to April 27, 2026, for you...
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TECNO CAMON Slim: Helio G200 CPU, 5,600mAh battery, 144Hz display, 6.39mm thickness

TECNO is bringing its Slim branding to the CAMON series with the new TECNO CAMON Slim. Like the POVA Slim and Spark Slim , the TECNO CAMON Slim has incredible thinness of just 6.39mm. The rear panel has curved sides, adding to the overall sleekness. Plus, the New Mondrian colorway has the renowned pattern and features a photochromic finish that shows off blocks in green, yellow, and cyan colors when exposed to ultraviolet light. There’s also a Van Gogh Blue colorway, two prism designs (Black and Green), and a plain Burgundy Red. There’s also an iPhone Air -like camera island, with the 50-megapixel main camera and flicker sensor on each side. An LED panel is in between, which has 354 LEDs and 55 lighting scenes. It can show texts, different animations, and battery life, together with the RGB rings surrounding the camera lenses. Now onto the normal parts. Sadly, this device uses a 4G-only MediaTek Helio G200 processor, with 8GB of RAM, and up to 25...

FEU Tech partners with OpenAI to give students, faculty access to AI tools, workshops

The Far Eastern University Institute of Technology (FEU Tech) has announced its partnership with OpenAI with the goal of making the institution an AI-native university. With this partnership, students, faculty members, and staff will be able to access OpenAI tools like ChatGPT Edu and Codex. FEU Tech Senior Executive Director Benson Tan expressed how AI is now far from being just an optional skill for its students and faculty members. “We are not reacting to AI. We are defining how AI is used responsibly in Philippine higher education. By working closely with OpenAI, this collaboration allows us to provide institution-wide access to ChatGPT Edu, a secure, managed version designed for universities. That means students, faculty, leadership, and staff can use it responsibly within guardrails aligned to our policies,” said the press release. FEU Tech will integrate OpenAI into its multimedia, computing, and engineering programs. What’s more, students have the oppo...

HONOR 600 Smart: 7,700mAh battery, 6.87″ HD+ IPS display, Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 CPU

HONOR has officially unveiled the HONOR 600 Smart. Obviously, the HONOR 600 Smart is cheaper than the HONOR 600 and 600 Pro . On the upside, it has a bigger 7,700mAh battery. Albeit, it has a slower 45W charging from 80W. There’s an enormous 6.87-inch IPS display on the front, but with only an HD+ resolution. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 processor, with only 4GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The software is handled by the Android 16-based MagicOS 10 interface. Stereo speakers provide the audio. HONOR hasn’t provided details regarding the selfie camera, but they did confirm it will have a 50-megapixel main shooter in the back. It’s also worth noting that it is IP64 dust and water-resistant and is drop-resistant by up to 2.5m. Like the selfie camera, the official pricing and availability of the HONOR 600 Smart are yet to be known. HONOR 600 Smart Specs Android 16, MagicOS 10 Dual SIM, Dual Standby 6.8...

Tim Cook confirms Apple device price hikes amid RAM shortage

Many smartphone and computer makers have already announced price hikes due to the ongoing RAM shortage. Now, Apple is expected to follow suit. In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, the outgoing Apple CEO confirmed that their product will soon face price hikes amid the price hikes the industry is facing. “Unfortunately, price increases are unavoidable,” said Tim Cook, explaining that, while they’ve been doing their best “to mitigate the huge increases” passed to them, and how they’ve been “trying to shield” customers from the increases, the situation has become unsustainable. Sadly, Cook has not provided the specifics as to which devices will be hit by the hikes and when they will be implemented. Chances are, we’ll see them on the upcoming iPhone 18 lineup. Apple has done a commendable job of keeping new iPhone prices on par with previous generations. That streak, however, may come to an end with the 2026 ...

GoPro Mission 1, 1 Pro priced in the Philippines

GoPro’s latest action camera, the Mission 1 Pro, is now in the Philippines. For a quick recap, the GoPro Mission 1 Pro aims to elevate action cameras by enabling them to capture professional-looking photos. It now boasts a large 1-inch sensor that can shoot 50MP videos at 8K resolution or shoot in Quad Bayer 12MP mode in 4K for a stellar low-light performance. Open Gate, which shoots 4:3 videos so you can easily crop between 16:9 and 9:16 on post, now supports 8K30 and 4K120 resolution and frame rates. You also get 10-bit GP-Log2 recording, HLG HDR, HyperSmooth stabilization, and 360-degree Horizon Lock. It then has an updated GP3 sensor that now boasts 2x the pixel processing power, has better low-light performance, thermal management, and better battery efficiency. It also supports a new 2150mAh Enduro 2 battery with up to 5 hours of continuous recording, has fast charging, and a much-improved cooling system. You also get 4 microphones, 32-bit Float Au...

Alibaba launches RynnBrain, an open-source AI model for robotics

Alibaba has officially released its first AI model for robots. The new system, called RynnBrain , helps robots understand space, objects, and motion. In a video, the company showed a robot using the system to pick up fruit and place it in a basket. It is a simple action, but it reflects a larger ambition. Alibaba also launched an upgraded language model called Qwen3.7-Max. This model is built to power AI agents. The company claims it can run for 35 hours without losing performance, an important feature for long tasks. Alibaba describes its overall approach as an “AI factory.” It says it is the only company in China that operates across all levels of AI, from chips to cloud systems to applications. The idea is that controlling every layer gives it an edge over rivals. The industry is moving away from chatbots. Companies now see bigger opportunities in agents that can book flights, make purchases, or organise schedules on behalf of users. Robotics i...