
When Steel Meets Soft Eyes: Why Robots Are Getting Cuter Every Year
Tech companies are designing robots with rounded shapes, expressive faces, and friendly traits to make people feel comfortable, accepting, and trusting of these machines.

Tech companies are designing robots with rounded shapes, expressive faces, and friendly traits to make people feel comfortable, accepting, and trusting of these machines.

Xbox leader Sarah Bond has announced her departure from Microsoft, marking the end of a significant leadership era and prompting reflection on her impact and the division’s next steps.

Japan is launching food deliveries via a converted Shinkansen bullet train, capable of carrying 1,000 boxes or 17.4 tons at speeds up to 300 km/h.

America’s first 3D-printed neighborhood in Yuba County cost $1.5M to build five homes, with prices per square foot exceeding local medians despite affordability promises.

Researchers are studying a rare metal alloy that may enable stable, energy-efficient quantum bits, potentially advancing ultra-fast and low-loss quantum computing.

AMD is reportedly halting new driver updates for Ryzen Z1 and Z1 Extreme processors, signaling a shift toward newer handheld gaming chip platforms.

AMD is reportedly ending support for handheld consoles powered by the Ryzen Z1 Extreme SoC, signaling a shift toward newer processor platforms.

Samsung is reportedly integrating Perplexity’s AI technology into Galaxy AI, signaling a broader multi-partner strategy to enhance research and conversational features.

Reports suggest the Galaxy S26 may support a new “Hey Plex” Perplexity hotword alongside Google Assistant and Bixby, signaling a broader multi-AI strategy.

Apple’s upcoming Mac lineup is expected to refine performance, efficiency, ports, and displays — potentially delivering the most balanced and complete Mac generation yet.

Apple is reportedly planning a three-day series of announcements starting March 2 and ending with a March 4 “Apple Experience,” unveiling at least five new products.

Apple is reportedly planning a three-day series of product announcements next week, unveiling at least five new devices in a fresh format that culminates in an “Apple Experience” event.

NVIDIA aims to expand beyond GPUs and become a central force in consumer PC processing, leveraging AI-driven integration to reshape future desktops and laptops.

NVIDIA’s reported N1X SoC and CPU ambitions could reshape gaming laptops, promising tighter integration, improved efficiency, and new competition in processor markets.

New Xbox CEO Asha Sharma acknowledged fan concerns about the lack of exclusives with a brief “hear you,” signaling awareness but leaving Microsoft’s broader strategy unchanged—for now.

Recent Zelda games blend ancient technology with classic fantasy, sparking debate over whether the series is drifting toward sci-fi or redefining what fantasy can be.

Nintendo’s Switch 2 upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles X faces criticism over visual issues, with reports of selective refunds but no official widespread policy confirmed.

Recent tech shifts — built‑in password tools, passkeys, and biometrics — question the need for standalone password managers for many users and everyday digital security.

Ubisoft Toronto is laying off 40 employees as part of Ubisoft’s wider restructuring. The studio says Splinter Cell remake development continues and unaffected co‑development work will proceed.

Nothing’s upcoming Phone (4a) will feature a new “Glyph Bar” of nine brighter mini‑LEDs instead of a rear display. The full design remains unrevealed as launch teases continue.

Phil Spencer retires and Sarah Bond departs Xbox leadership, ushering in Asha Sharma’s era, a shift that reflects both legacy and future vision for Microsoft’s gaming journey.

iOS 26.4 beta brings AI-generated playlists, video podcast support, third-party AI in CarPlay, enhanced security, widgets, and refined media features while keeping the familiar iPhone experience polished and intuitive.

The Garmin Instinct 2X Solar smartwatch, known for its rugged design and near‑indefinite battery life with solar charging, has recently hit its lowest price ever, making it an especially compelling buy for outdoor and fitness enthusiasts.

Sony’s PlayStation 6 continues to take shape through leaks and industry analysis, but launch timing now appears fluid — likely beyond 2027 and possibly into 2028–29 amid global memory supply challenges.