Meta's Quest 3 will be 40 percent thinner, start at $499

Just four days before the Apple WWDC conference, where the tech giant is expected to unveil its first mixed reality headset, Meta has announced their next VR headset: the Meta Quest 3. The device, they say, will be the "first mainstream headset ... more - mashable

'Stranger Things' VR game trailer lets you play as big bad Vecna

If you watched Stranger Things and thought, hell, I'd also love to Vecna-scare the teens of Hawkins, you might want to get your hands on a Meta Quest. The latest trailer for Meta's VR game based on Season 4 of the Duffer Brothers' Netflix series reveals ... more - mashable

The top iOS 17 features we might see at WWDC 2023

Historically, Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is iOS's time to shine. It may be overshadowed a bit, by a possible mixed reality headset announcement, but iOS 17 is rumored to include some of "users' most requested features." So while ... more - mashable

Apple's Reality Pro: What we know ahead of WWDC 2023

This is a massive moment for Apple. On Monday, June 5, at the WWDC conference in Apple Park, Cupertino, the company is likely to unveil an entirely new product category, a gadget very unlike anything Apple has launched before. Its (probable) name? Reality ... more - mashable

How to watch the UEFA Europa League final online for free

SAVE 49%: Livestream the Europa League final for free with a high-speed VPN. A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £81.38 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. This plan includes a money-back guarantee. ... more - mashable

The best deals of Memorial Day Weekend 2023

UPDATE: May. 27, 2023, 5:00 a.m. EDT This story has been updated to include the latest sale prices and availability of Memorial Day deals. Believe it or not, the unofficial start of summer is finally here again. That means pool floats, backyard hangouts, ... more - mashable

Sony has revealed Project Q, a handheld PlayStation streaming device

Sony has announced Project Q, a new portable PlayStation device arriving later this year. It isn't the triumphant return of the PlayStation Vita, but it does offer a few more options for enjoying console games beyond your living room couch. Details on ... more - mashable

Lego's new Mars Rover Perseverance is ready for a new mission

Space enthusiasts can soon boast their very own mini Mars Rover. LEGO Technic has unveiled a new NASA Mars Rover Perseverance model. The space-themed product has been designed to "encourage children to learn more about engineering," according ... more - mashable

Mobile pet game Peridot is an adorable, expensive ruse

Niantic's pitch for its new mobile app Peridot is enticing: Y2K-era nostalgia with the marvels of modern tech, a Tamagotchi for 2023. If any company were to pull off such a feat, it'd be Niantic, which shifted global culture with 2016's Pokémon GO. Like ... more - mashable

Apple WWDC 2023 preview: Everything you need to know

Folks, prepare for an epic WWDC. Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, which kicks off on June 5 at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, is typically the stage for Apple's numerous software platforms to shine. We're very likely to see new versions ... more - mashable

A ton of QLED TVs are on sale this weekend — here are the best deals

UPDATE: May. 19, 2023, 5:00 a.m. EDT This story has been updated with the latest 4K and 8K TV deals. Check out our favorites below: Our top picks this week: Best 55-inch TV deal Hisense 55-inch U6GR ULED TV (opens in a new tab) $379.99 (save $320) Get ... more - mashable

This $25 retro-inspired gaming console comes preloaded with over 600 classic titles

TL;DR: As of May 17, get this Retro-Inspired Game Console with 600 games for just $24.99 — A 10% discount. While there's a smattering of state-of-the-art gaming consoles that transport you into virtual worlds and deliver the most immersive experience ... more - mashable

TikTok finally lets creators cash in on their viral effects

Since 2020, TikTok creators have been able to monetize their content through the Creator Fund, providing a revenue stream for videos that get a lot of views. But for the first time, the short video app is providing a path to financial rewards for another ... more - mashable

Apple may have leaked the name of its mixed reality operating system

Apple's launching a new operating system soon, and it's probably going to be called "xrOS." Apple's xrOS will power the company's upcoming mixed reality headset, likely to be unveiled at Apple WWDC in June. While the news isn't official yet, ... more - mashable

The best gaming laptops for levelling up and beating the competition

This content originally appeared on Mashable for a US audience and has been adapted for the UK audience. Serious gamers know that PC gaming is the real deal. Because high-end gaming computers pack more graphical and processing power than any home console, ... more - mashable

Save $130 on a refurbished Meta Quest 2 VR headset

TL;DR: As of April 30, get this Meta Quest 2 VR Headset for just $419.99 — that's 23% off the regular price of $549.98. Technology hasn't advanced far enough to give us the tools that would enable us to teleport into another dimension in one piece, but ... more - mashable

The VIVE XR Elite is a step toward making home VR headsets more popular

I am not a wealthy woman. I have neither the funds to invest in a virtual reality headset, nor the free leisure time to make the investment pay off. But if I did, the VIVE XR Elite would be a decent contender for my home VR headset. As our own reality ... more - mashable

Get creative with no-code game, app, and web design software for just $49

TL;DR: Want to build your own games, websites, and more? Grab a lifetime subscription to arcade dot studio Pro while it's on sale for just $49 for a limited time. Coding isn’t the only way to design games, apps, and websites. If you want to skip to the ... more - mashable

Apple is reportedly working on an AI health coach

Apple is reportedly working on a health coaching service powered by artificial intelligence. The report, which comes from Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman, would be a big advancement in Apple's efforts to make its devices indispensable through health and wellness ... more - mashable

The fandom business is booming. Can Weverse capture its growth?

HYBE Corporation, the company behind K-Pop megastars BTS, understands the business of fandom. And that's perhaps why their "global fandom life platform" project, Weverse, feels so compelling. Envisioned as neither a social network nor a private ... more - mashable

Xiaomi 13 Ultra has four 50-megapixel cameras

The Xiaomi 13 Pro, the company's flagship smartphone which launched in February, had a surprisingly great camera. Now, Xiaomi is trying to improve on that with the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, a smartphone tailor-made for mobile photography enthusiasts. More portable ... more - mashable

The best gaming headsets for consoles and PC: SteelSeries, Razer, and more of our top picks

Gaming can be an immersive experience as is, but the right headset can truly push it to the next level. So many games today have incredible sound and music, whether it's the booming score of God of War Ragnarok or whizzing rockets in Call of Duty: Warzone ... more - mashable

Smart garments: Your next jacket might come with a futuristic tag

At this year's London Fashion Week, the growing intersection between fashion and technology took an innovative form: digital clothing tags. Backstage at the Ahluwalia show in February, I saw these tags attached to pieces from the British brand's latest ... more - mashable

This is your last chance to get the Panic Playdate for just $179

PRE-ORDER AND SAVE $20: As of April 6, you can still pre-order your Panic Playdate handheld for its base price of $179. Today is the last day to get it at this price before the April 7 price increase to $199. Opens in a new tab Credit: Panic Panic Playdate ... more - mashable

The best VR headsets we’ve tested for 2023: Only three models made the cut

Virtual reality (VR) is a relatively new frontier of entertainment that has yet to attract mainstream appeal. But with more industry giants throwing their hats into the metaverse as of late — looking at you, Apple, Sony, and Meta — an intrigue exists ... more - mashable

Apple confirms dates for WWDC 2023

Apple's Worldwide Developer's Conference (WWDC) is officially slated to kick off on June 5. On Wednesday, the tech giant confirmed that WWDC23 will be held from June 5 to June 9. Like several other Apple events in the recent past, this one will be online. ... more - mashable

A brief history of meditation video games

March Mindfulness is an annual Mashable series that explores the intersection of meditation practice and technology. From an expansive point of view, the first video game to promote mindfulness was also the first successful home video game. Pong , created ... more - mashable

Mesh WiFi routers for gamers are better than before, say industry experts

Avid gamers know how crucial it is to have a reliable internet connection. The last thing you want is for your game to lag when you’re having a good match. But when your internet connection isn’t strong, it can be tough to take your game to the next ... more - mashable

Nreal Air AR glasses are so cool, but need some serious work

When I was a kid, I was given a Virtual Boy — Nintendo’s very ‘90s predecessor to the VR headsets we know today — and I loved it. Since then, I’ve been obsessed with adding new technology to my gaming experience including a 3D projector for movies and ... more - mashable

Apple's iOS 16.4 has a cool feature that can make cellular calls better

These days, phones come with a zillion features that you may never use, but how about a feature that actually makes cellular calls – a core function of the phone – better? Apple's new iOS 16.4, currently available in beta, has the potential to do just ... more - mashable