Wirestock/Getty Images The GameCube had a whole host of strangely themed peripherals, just like consoles like the PS1, including a dance mat and a limited edition “Resident Evil 4” controller that came in the shape of a chainsaw. However, one particular controller combined a GameCube controller and a keyboard. Officially known as the “ASCII keyboard controller”, it has become highly sought after and increasingly expensive. It was not the only keyboard made for the GameCube, with a similar version released by Sammy Corporation (now merged with SEGA), but both were…
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Apple fixed a vulnerability in Hide My Email that exposed a user’s real email address, reports 404 Media. Apple told the site that the issue was fully fixed in a patch released on July 3. The Hide My Email vulnerability was brought to Apple’s attention in June 2025, but the company did not patch it until 404 Media made the bug public in early July. EasyOptOuts co-founder Tyler Murphy, who first reported the flaw to Apple, said he was told it was under investigation. Apple told him the vulnerability had been fixed in March 2026, but that wasn’t the case.…
Meta Quest’s Touch controllers will soon be able to emulate an Xbox gamepad. Xbox/Meta If you have a Meta Quest headset and a Meta Horizon+ subscription, you can now access select Xbox Game Pass titles at no additional cost. This starter edition of Game Pass includes more than 50 games. It offers 10 hours of cloud gaming access per month, which you can use to play titles on your VR headset. You can also download games from the library to your PC or Xbox console and play them as much as you want. You can discover…
Apple and Klarna are teaming up on a new “Apple Upgrade” program set to launch in the United States on Tuesday, July 28, according to BloombergIt’s Mark Gurman. The program will allow you to finance most iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch models, with a duration of 24 months for iPhones and Apple Watches and 36 months for iPads and Macs. Customers will be able to pay off the device sooner during the term, upgrade to a newer device sooner, or keep the existing device once it has been fully paid off. The report states that some cheaper devices, including…
Samsung is getting into the AI-powered personal health assistant game. Just before unveiling its latest batch of devices (likely including new smartwatches) at its Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday, it’s starting to roll out a tool called Health Assistant. This chatbot, fully integrated with Samsung Health, is now available in beta for “eligible US users”. Health Assistant’s goal is to help people better understand the meaning of their health data. It will offer advice on lifestyle changes that can improve their overall well-being. Samsung says the companion can “provide high-quality recommendations that have been validated by a team of doctors…
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro models and its first foldable iPhone are less than two months away from being revealed, with the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e and iPhone Air 2 expected to follow in spring 2027 as part of the company’s new split launch strategy. We’ve looked at everything we know so far and ranked the most consistent rumors, followed by the most speculative. Solid rumors iPhone Air 2 with dual cameras – The second-generation iPhone Air is reportedly undergoing advanced testing with an ultra-wide camera joining the existing main camera. The overall design is expected to remain largely unchanged…
Amazon is offering $50 off Wi-Fi models of Apple’s 11th generation iPad this week. Prices start at $399.00 for the 128GB iPad Wi-Fi, down from $449.00. This is now the best price we’ve seen on the iPad since Apple’s price hike in June. Note: Woozad is an Amazon affiliate partner. When you click on a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us operate the site. Additionally, Amazon offers the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad for $499.00 ($50 off) and the 512GB Wi-Fi iPad for $699.00 ($50 off). Free shipping estimates are placed around July 26…
Bandersnatch/Shutterstock Blink, which makes some of the best outdoor security cameras, is known for its value-for-money home security gadgets. Its security cameras are generally easy to install and use. However, like any other smart home gadget, you may sometimes encounter issues with Blink cameras that you might have difficulty diagnosing or fixing. One such problem is a flashing green light on your Blink camera. This may seem like a tricky problem; Fortunately, there is often a clear cause behind the flashing green light that you can identify and resolve. One…
TSMC, Apple’s main chipmaker, plans to raise prices by up to 10% starting in 2027, according to a new report from Nikkei Asia. The Taiwan-based foundry has reportedly held discussions with customers about base price increases of 5 to 10 percent, covering both mature nodes and the more advanced processes at 7 nanometers and below that Apple relies on for its A- and M-series chips. Negotiations began in June and were finalized this month, according to the newspaper’s sources, with the new pricing expected to take effect in early 2027. Customers who place additional high-performance computing orders beyond their initial…
Mixetto/Getty Images Saving money on consumer technology is a great feeling, and it’s even more exciting when it comes to major hardware like a TV or projector. As for the latter, a quick search on Amazon will reveal that there is no shortage of economic spotlights. Many of these devices cost less than $100 and are small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. We’re also willing to bet the automaker loves talking about the in-car audio system, even if it’s just a single five-watt speaker. When you…