OpenAI faces a wrongful death lawsuit alleging that ChatGPT failed to implement adequate safeguards after a teenager discussed suicidal thoughts with the chatbot. This case adds to a growing body of litigation targeting AI safety guardrails and may push regulators to mandate default safety interventions over opt-in features.
Boox announced the Go 6, a 6-inch E Ink ereader featuring a 300 PPI display, 3GB of RAM, and support for the InkSense Plus stylus. The device expands the utility of small-form ePaper readers by integrating native note-taking and Android app support into a portable, $200 hardware package.
Waymo has launched Waymo Premier, a $30 monthly subscription offering priority pickups, a 10 percent ride rebate, and early access to new cities. The program faces criticism for its high cost compared to Uber One and Lyft Pink, highlighting the ongoing challenge of pricing autonomous ride-hailing against human-driven competitors.
Reddit has enabled video uploads and recordings within comment sections for public, safe-for-work subreddits. This update allows for more direct multimedia engagement, particularly enhancing the utility of Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions through asynchronous video responses.
Philips is launching the Skylight, an LED-powered faux skylight featuring NatureConnect technology and an optional UV-B module for Vitamin D production. The device lacks smart connectivity like Matter or Zigbee, relying instead on a remote for control in European markets starting at 500 euros.
Dave the Diver, a hybrid underwater exploration and restaurant management game, will launch on iOS and Android in the US this August. The release brings a full port of the 2023 title to mobile platforms, though the precise input requirements may necessitate the use of external controllers.
An iFixit teardown reveals the Trump Mobile T1 is nearly identical to the HTC U24 Pro, featuring the same Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset and 12GB of RAM. The findings contradict claims of US-based manufacturing, showing the device is primarily designed and sourced from China.
Summer Game Fest 2026 featured a series of showcases and developer spotlights, revealing new titles like Alien: Isolation 2 and Signet City alongside numerous indie projects. The event highlights the growing diversification of the gaming market through specialized showcases for regional, women-led, and marginalized creator communities.
Toys For Bob announced Spyro: A Realm Beyond, the first core entry in the series in nearly 20 years, scheduled for a spring 2027 release. The title introduces seamless transitions between ground and aerial exploration across larger worlds for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Sega revealed Stranger Than Heaven, a new title from RGG Studio featuring a complex, directional combat system and a digitally resurrected Tupac. The game shifts away from the series' traditional button-mashing mechanics toward a high-precision, Souls-like approach to fighting and weapon integration.
