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Steam Controller: Hand to Hand Comparison
CNET· 2025-11-12 18:33
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Everything You Need to Know About The Steam Frame VR Headset
CNET· 2025-11-12 18:01
We are both engineers at Valve working on the new Steam Frame headset that's going to be released early next year. This headset has a bunch of cool things. Uh first and foremost, it's very small. It's lightweight and it has a modular design.So, this is the front part. We call it the core module. This is an entire VR computer that plays your uh full catalog via streaming and then also on device.It can can play some of those as well. This is the head strap that has a battery in the rear for comfort as well as ...
Unboxing the Steam Controller
CNET· 2025-11-12 18:01
tracing, full movement, full just starting that fully disappeared. Every game was the techn. ...
Valve's Secret Gaming Future: Hands-On with Steam Frame VR & Steam Machine PC
CNET· 2025-11-12 18:00
New Product Overview - Valve is releasing a standalone VR headset called Steam Frame, a Steam Machine desktop PC, and a new game controller, all designed to work together [1][2][12] - The Steam Frame VR headset runs on an ARM processor with Steam OS, offering potential for playing both PC and Android-based games [3][2] - The Steam Machine is a compact desktop PC smaller than most game consoles, with upgradeable storage and RAM, and graphics capabilities exceeding the Steam Deck by 6x [10] - A new Steam controller features improved haptics, dual touchpads, customizable gyro aiming, and under-button triggers [12][13] Technical Specifications and Features - The Steam Frame uses a 6 GHz wireless protocol with a dongle for smooth streaming and supports foveated streaming for optimized graphics [5][6] - The VR headset has an LCD display of approximately 2100 pixels (2.1K) per eye and includes eye-tracking cameras to enhance video quality [6] - The Steam Frame includes a micro SD card slot for expandable storage and a unique expansion port for potential accessories like high-speed cameras [8] - The VR headset uses inside-out tracking with black and white pass-through cameras, eliminating the need for external base stations [9] Market and Future Implications - Valve is focusing on gaming and cross-compatibility with PC and Android games, differentiating itself from VR/AR headsets that blend AI and mixed reality [17] - The new devices are scheduled for release in 2026, with pricing yet to be determined [16] - Developments from the Steam Deck have influenced the design of the new headset, Steam Machine, and controller, potentially informing future Steam Deck iterations [15]
Unboxing the Steam Frame VR Headset
CNET· 2025-11-12 18:00
The cake was a lie, but this standalone VR headset is as real as it gets. #steamframe #steamVR #vrheadset #unboxing #hopium Read more: https://www.cnet.com/news/i-tried-valves-steam-frame-machine-and-controller-coming-in-2026-steam-os-is-coming-for-your-face-and-tv/ ...
Waymo's Robotaxis Are Hitting Freeways | Tech Today
CNET· 2025-11-12 16:00
Whimo's robo taxis are hitting the freeways, so buckle up because these self-driving rides are about to get a lot faster. On Wednesday, Whimo started rolling out the ability to ride on freeways in San Francisco, Phoenix, and Los Angeles. The company has been testing these faster rides for over a year with employees and gave Cena an exclusive look at its cars navigating freeways back in May 2024.But now, everyday riders can also hit the freeway. The feature will first become available to customers who have o ...
This “Hidden” iPhone Feature is The Best Way to Transfer Files and Photos
CNET· 2025-11-11 23:32
This is arguably one of the best hidden features in the Apple ecosystem. What if I told you you can control your phone with a keyboard. It's that simple.Sounds crazy, doesn't it. Well, it's not. Here's how to hack your iPhone onto your Mac.Leave your phone in the other room and stick to one screen and one screen only. And that's that wide Mac screen. Now, transferring files, buying that next Amazon package, or sending a photo from your Mac to your phone just got that much simpler.And that's because. ...
The Mercedes-Benz Vision V Van Concept Has a 65-Inch OLED Display Inside 🚐📺
CNET· 2025-11-11 20:23
But of course, the jewel of this interior is this massive 65 in flexible OLED display that kind of comes up out of the floor whenever you need it to. Now, there are a couple of different configurations. You can have it half deployed that's just going to show you a little bit of information like a head-up display. There's actually little slats in the floor that allow you to see parts of the display even when it's tucked down below.And in it fully displayed configuration right here, you've got 65 inches of 4K ...
Photo Comparison: RedMagic 11 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max 📸
CNET· 2025-11-11 14:26
The newest RedMagic 11 Pro features dual 50MP rear cameras and a 16MP front camera. On the other hand, the iPhone 17 Pro Max features three 48MP rear cameras and a 18MP front camera. Which phone’s photos do you prefer? 🤳 #redmagic11pro #iphone17promax #versus #photocompetition #mobile ...
Spotify's Lossless Audio Sounds Awesome! Here's How to Turn It On
CNET· 2025-11-11 13:00
Spotify has finally introduced lossless audio for premium subscribers. What is lossless audio. Why would you want it. And how do you enable it.Well, everything you stream to your phone is compressed in some way, and that does degrade the quality. And lossless audio is uncompressed, which means it's the best audio quality you can get. How do you enable it.Well, all you got to do is go to your Spotify mobile app. You're going to tap on your profile button in the top left corner. It's going to bring up a few o ...