Valve has brought back a pair of beloved hardware devices, the Steam Machine and Controller, in an attempt to usher in a new era of PC gaming. The focus here is on giving players more freedom.
The Steam Frame VR headset features wireless connectivity with a built-in battery eliminating the need for cables, offering users greater flexibility. Similar to the Meta Quest, it functions independently as a standalone device. On the other side of things, Valve revived its long-lost Steam Machine. While its first version wasn't super successful, this time around it packs semi-custom AMD silicon that allows for 4K gaming at 60 frames per second. According to the company, this is roughly six times more powerful than their portable unit, the Steam Deck.
Among these new devices, there's also a controller resembling the Steam Deck but with its screen cut out. Although lacking in some key features, this could still be beneficial for users looking for an alternative gaming experience.
Valve hasn't given too much information on pricing for these new items, leaving us all in suspense until early next year. For those who aren't huge gamers, it's interesting to note that even the most casual players can be excited by these announcements.
The revival of a Steam Machine has also reignited hopes that Valve might revive another beloved item as well. Nathan Ingraham remains optimistic about this possibility.
In contrast, recently released smart glasses from Even Realities are less than impressive with some major software shortcomings. These devices may not yet live up to their full potential and so it's recommended that buyers hold off until the issues get sorted out.
Lastly, Apple is working on a digital ID for its wallet. This will eventually be accepted at over 250 US airports as a means of identification for domestic flights. However, there are some points worth noting before anyone jumps the gun and discards their passport altogether.
DJI's new drone model addresses several issues with its predecessor like battery life and propeller noise.
The Steam Frame VR headset features wireless connectivity with a built-in battery eliminating the need for cables, offering users greater flexibility. Similar to the Meta Quest, it functions independently as a standalone device. On the other side of things, Valve revived its long-lost Steam Machine. While its first version wasn't super successful, this time around it packs semi-custom AMD silicon that allows for 4K gaming at 60 frames per second. According to the company, this is roughly six times more powerful than their portable unit, the Steam Deck.
Among these new devices, there's also a controller resembling the Steam Deck but with its screen cut out. Although lacking in some key features, this could still be beneficial for users looking for an alternative gaming experience.
Valve hasn't given too much information on pricing for these new items, leaving us all in suspense until early next year. For those who aren't huge gamers, it's interesting to note that even the most casual players can be excited by these announcements.
The revival of a Steam Machine has also reignited hopes that Valve might revive another beloved item as well. Nathan Ingraham remains optimistic about this possibility.
In contrast, recently released smart glasses from Even Realities are less than impressive with some major software shortcomings. These devices may not yet live up to their full potential and so it's recommended that buyers hold off until the issues get sorted out.
Lastly, Apple is working on a digital ID for its wallet. This will eventually be accepted at over 250 US airports as a means of identification for domestic flights. However, there are some points worth noting before anyone jumps the gun and discards their passport altogether.
DJI's new drone model addresses several issues with its predecessor like battery life and propeller noise.
! the steam machine is already looking super powerful for 4k gaming at 60fps, that's crazy! and the wireless steam frame vr headset sounds like a dream come true 
i mean who wouldn't want to play games in VR without any cables? 
. valve's all about empowering users, and it shows in their design choices. the fact that they're reviving the steam machine (despite its initial failure) says a lot about their commitment to innovation.
i'm still on the fence about those... it's cool that DJI is working on some issues with their drones, btw 
i mean, even casual players should be stoked about this. and the fact that it's got wireless steam frame vr headset capabilities? that's just too much for me 
but idk how much those new smart glasses from Even Realities will do... they sound kinda sketchy 
. The Steam Frame VR headset sounds like a game-changer (pun intended) with that wireless connectivity and built-in battery 
. And the Steam Machine? Who wouldn't want 4K gaming at 60fps without breaking the bank? 
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. Software issues and all that jazz... yeah, no thanks 
. And then there's Apple trying to make us abandon our passports for digital IDs 
. Not saying I'm against innovation, but come on, let's not get too carried away just yet 
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. And at least we have something to look forward to when those Valve devices start hitting the market in early 2025 
. Fingers crossed they don't break the bank 
. And can we talk about how sick the new VR headset looks? Wireless connectivity with a built-in battery sounds like a total game-changer 
. Software issues and all that jazz. Maybe they'll iron those out in future updates, but for now, I'd say hold off unless you're super into techy gadgets 
also wondering if they'll actually release the Steam Machine soon or just keep teasing us like they did with the Steam Deck 
. 4K gaming at 60 frames per second? That's insane! 
And let's not forget about the new VR headset, the Steam Frame. Wireless connectivity and a built-in battery? Game-changer 