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Funs over: The latest update to Marvel Rivals has killed support for PC mods that change the looks of its heroes, like turning Iron Man into Vegeta or Mantis into a goth.Just after season 1 started on Friday, players started asking in the Marvel Rivals Discord why their mods werent working. It turns out the game now scans through its files to check if theyve been altered through a feature called asset hash checking. Anything it doesnt recognize simply wont work.Its possible, although not likely, that a workaround can be found and I will update everyone here if/when that should happen, MerryJoyKey, the creator of the Marvel Rivals mod manager on NexusMods, wrote in a comment today. Theyve postponed updates to their mod until a solution is found.NetEase didnt warn players about the change, nor was it in the season 1 patch notes. The only statement the studio has made about mods was on Wednesday when it told Polygon, It is not recommended to modify any game files, as doing so carries the risk of getting banned.So far, there have been no reports of anyone being punished. According to the games terms of use, mods were never allowed and could always get you banned, but that didnt stop players from using them anyway. Thousands of people shared and downloaded mods on NexusMods in the last few weeks, enough to compete with Skyrim and Cyberpunk 2077 in the list of the games with the top mods of the month. Custom skins based on United States presidents Donald Trump, Joe Biden, and Barack Obama were removed by the site as part of its rules against mods relating to sociopolitical issues in the United States.Its common for online competitive multiplayer games to take a hard stance against mods. In some cases, they can change the game in a way that gives players an unfair advantage, like removing geometry from a map. Marvel Rivals mods didnt go that far and most of them were fairly tame, but its possible they could have gotten out of hand as time went on.Now players will have to dress their favorite heroes the old fashioned way and save up enough money to buy skins on the shop. The era of Iron Man Vegeta and Iron Fist Goku seems to sadly be over.

Team-Up abilities are thematically appropriate moves in Marvel Rivals, allowing two or more heroes from the Marvel Universe to pair up and kick ass as a group. These unique effects can be extremely powerful, and can even change the tide of battle if you know what youre doing.Season 1 added a new Team-Up for Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman (alongside a new battle pass and skins), and NetEase Games will continue to add more Team-Ups as the roster grows.In this Marvel Rivals guide, well walk you through how Team-Ups attacks work and what all the current in-game Team-Ups do.How do Team-Ups work in Marvel RivalsAt launch, there are 16 Team-Up abilities in Marvel Rivals to go along with the games roster of 35 heroes.Because each Team-Up is unique, they all work a bit differently from one another, but the general idea is that pairing up certain heroes on the same team can offer spectacular benefits (you can see who your hero can use a Team-Up with in the center of your screen during character select).Some of these benefits are purely passive, like Helas Ragnarok Rebirth ability, which allows her to resurrect Thor or Loki mid-combat if theyre on her team. Others, like Rocket Raccoons Ammo Overload, add an active ability for either the primary hero (the person supplying the Team-Up) to the secondary heroes (the heroes benefitting the most from the Team-Up).Most Team-Ups are lopsided, meaning that one hero might not benefit at all from having allies in their Team-Up on the field. The other side, however, may benefit immensely by the presence of their generator ally. Lunar Force, for example, does nothing for Cloak & Dagger while Moon Knight is on their team. However, Cloak & Daggers presence allows Moon Knight to occasionally turn invisible, which is an extremely potent effect.Team-Ups are not required for victory, but they can be extremely powerful, and are worth playing into whenever you get the chance. Its a good idea to learn several different characters in your preferred role so that you can swap over to support an ally with a Team-Up.All Team-Up abilities in Marvel RivalsBelow, youll find a complete chart for all 16 Team-Ups available in season 1:Team-Up NamePrimary heroSecondary hero(es)Team-Up EffectRagnarok RebirthHelaLoki, ThorHela gains a passive ability that allows her, after she secures the final hit on an enemy, to instantly resurrect one of her brothers if they're dead, or give them bonus health if they're living.Metallic ChaosScarlet WitchMagnetoScarlet Witch grants Magneto an ability called Metallic Fusion, which he can activate to enchant his greatsword to fire slashing projectiles at enemies.Voltaic UnionThorStorm, Captain AmericaThor grants Captain America and Storm an active ability, which allows them to channel lightning through their normal attacks.Planet X PalsGrootRocket Raccoon, Jeff the Land SharkRocket Raccoon and Jeff the Land Shark can interact with Groot to ride around on his shoulders, granting them bonus damage reduction.Symbiote BondVenomSpider-Man, Peni ParkerVenom grants Spider-Man and Peni Parker an active ability, which allows them to channel a symbiote through them, dealing damage to enemies and pushing them back.Gamma ChargeHulkDoctor Strange, Iron ManHulk's presence augments Iron Man's Armor Overdrive and Doctor Strange's Maelstrom of Madness, making them more powerful.Ammo OverloadRocket RaccoonThe Punisher, Winter SoldierRocket Raccoon gains a bonus ability that allows him to place an ammo device on the ground. This device grants The Punisher and Winter Soldier faster firing weapons and unlimited ammo while they're nearby.Dimensional ShortcutMagikBlack Panther, PsylockeMagik grants an active ability to Black Panther and Psylocke, which allows them to travel backward in time while also giving them bonus health.Lunar ForceCloak & DaggerMoon KnightCloak & Dagger grant Moon Knight a new active ability, which he can use to become temporarily invisible.Guardian RevivalAdam WarlockMantis, Star-LordAdam Warlock shares his cocoon revival ability with Mantis and Star-Lord, allowing them to revive mid-combat every two minutes.Chilling CharismaLuna SnowNamor, Jeff the Land SharkLuna Snow grants an active ability to both Namor and Jeff the Land Shark. This ability infuses Jeff's attacks with a slowing field, while augmenting Namor's summons with bonus ice damage.Allied AgentsHawkeyeBlack WidowHawkeye grants Black Widow a new active ability, which allows her to spot and damage enemy afterimages.Atlas BondIron FistLuna SnowIron Fist grants Luna Snow a bonus active ability, which causes an ice ring to explode around her when activated. This ring launches enemies up and heals nearby allies.ESU AlumnusSpider-ManSquirrel GirlSpider-Man gives Squirrel Girl a bonus active ability, which allows her to web up enemies via a special web bomb.Fastball SpecialHulkWolverineHulk and Wolverine can agree to team-up with a button press, allowing Hulk to throw Wolverine a great distance.Fantastic FourInvisible WomanMister FantasticInvisible Woman grants Mister Fantastic a new ability, which gives him increased damage resistance and continually generating bonus health.As NetEase Games adds new heroes to Marvel Rivals, new Team-Up abilities will also appear in-game.For more Marvel Rivals guides, heres a list of maps and modes, plus the Marvel Rivals roadmap.

CES isnt typically where we see the years biggest gaming announcements, with major upcoming games usually being saved for summer and winter, and new console announcements now often coming in the spring or fall. But after spending a week in Vegas, Im now leaving feeling like the gaming industry is about to go through a big shift. Some of it is for the better, with small creators getting a chance to change how we interact with our favorite games, while the rest of it reflects the tech industrys incessant need to stuff useless AI into our lives. With that in mind, here are my four favorite (and three least favorite) gaming announcements from CES 2025.Favorite: MCON Magsafe phone controller Credit: Michelle Ehrhardt Theres no reason we shouldnt all be gaming on our phones moreand I dont mean Candy Crush. (Not that there's anything wrong with Candy Crush, of course.) These things have gotten powerful enough to run games released for the PS5, but thanks to their lack of physical controls, most developers are still making heavy compromises for their mobile titles.Thats where 20-year-old Josh King comes into play. The YouTuber made waves late last year when he released a video showcasing his prototype MCON controller, which uses MagSafe to give your phone a similar form factor to, say, a Nintendo DS. While other phone controllers usually require you to remove your case and can be annoying to take on and off your phone, using the MCON is supposed to be as simple as using a MagSafe power bank.Im in love with the result. It has a full suite of controls, the magnetic connection is strong, and using it is as easy as snapping it onto my device and flipping out the hidden controls. Plus, if you dont have an iPhone, it works with MagSafe adapters.King is currently working with peripheral company Ohsnap to finalize the design, but if youre sold already, there is a Kickstarter where you can pre-order your own MCON starting at $99. I cant wait to get mine and actually start treating my iPhone like the proper handheld it clearly has the chops to be.Least Favorite: Razer Project Ava AI esports coach Credit: Razer Razers Project Ava is one of two concepts the companys bringing to CES this year, and of the two, I hope its the one the company leaves behind.Have you ever heard of backseating? Its the phenomenon where a streamer gets stuck while playing a game and their viewers keep piping in via the chat function to tell them how to progress. Most streamers Ive seen explicitly ask their audience to avoid it, usually considering it more annoying than helpful.Ava, meanwhile, promises to bring a bespoke AI backseater to everyone with a computer.Essentially, the way it works is that Ava will watch you play and offer tips based on what it sees, loudly speaking over the in-game audio to do so. Razer insists its not cheating, since Ava cant access information not available to you, but I think that still misses the point.First, its unclear where Avas getting its tips, and second, it could end up being pretty distracting if it talks over your gameplay. But really, its the whole advice angle I have an issue with.If Im playing Dark Souls, the developers have usually worked out a more elegant way to cue me into when I should dodge than an AI yelling in my ear. If I rely on Ava, Im training myself to ignore those hints, robbing myself of some of the experience at the least and making myself worse at the game at the most.Even in multiplayer, part of the fun for me is figuring out the best builds and most optimal routes. If Ava is just telling me what I should do, then am I really playing or learning the game, or am I just pressing buttons while the robot makes all the real decisions?There is a place for guidesfar be it from me to gatekeep. But this sort of real-time interruption seems more likely to spoil my fun than enhance it.Favorite: Lenovo Legion Go S brings SteamOS outside the Steam Deck Credit: Michelle Ehrhardt Valves Steam Deck is one of my favorite gaming purchases Ive made in a long time, making my game library portable with a lot more flexibility than the Nintendo Switch. A big part of that is the companys SteamOS operating system, which makes it convenient to change the handhelds settings and access your Steam games on the fly.Attempts to copy the Steam Deck without SteamOS, like the Asus ROG Ally or the Lenovo Legion Go, just havent done it for me, as they rely on Windows, which is a much clunkier experience when using a controller. These devices are technically more powerful, but the performance increase isnt worth it to me.Thats why Im so excited for the Lenovo Legion Go S. Announced during CES, this will be the first gaming handheld not from Valve to use SteamOS. Itll have Windows versions, too, but starting in May, youll be able to get it with the operating system I love so much. Even better, it does look to offer specs with a slight-to-moderate improvement on the Steam Deck, and its starting price of $500 is actually cheaper than the entry level Steam Deck OLED. Im excited to see more partnerships follow suit.Least Favorite: The PUBG Ally brings the dead internet theory to games Graphics card and now AI company Nvidia is about to fill your game lobbies with bots, but like, in a futuristic way. Announced during CES, Nvidia is working with PUBG developer Krafton to bring co-playable characters to the famous battle royale title.Essentially, the experience teams you up with a bot, but you can give it commands to tell it to find armor or weapons for you or coordinate with you in a fight.I could actually see this being really cool in a single-player game, being the next evolution of the type of gameplay seen in titles like Star Wars: Republic Commando. But in multiplayer, it just raises too many questions.Is the bot going to be more aware of the map than humans? How good should it be at shooting, before it starts to feel either like a cheater or a liability? And perhaps most importantly, will it feel satisfying to win if an AI guided you to victory? Or will it be the gaming equivalent of a rich person hiring an experienced hunter to take them on a curated expedition and do all the work except pulling the trigger?Theres a lot of tough balancing acts to figure out here, but even assuming everything plays out as desired, Im still not sure what the point is. Part of the fun of playing a shooter online is knowing that when I take down the enemy, Ive ruined some 11-year-olds day. If half the people Im going to be shooting at are robots, why not just play a single-player game instead?Favorite: The Razer Project Arielle has sold me on heated and cooling gaming chairs Credit: Michelle Ehrhardt Razers Project Arielle is the companys second concept device for CES, and the one Im definitely more excited about. Essentially, it takes the Razers existing Fujin Pro gaming chair and straps some heaters and a bladeless fan onto it, with surprisingly effective results.What I initially thought was going to be a gimmick turned out to be a nice little oasis on the CES show floor, either warming me up after an hour in the freezing media room or blowing cold air on my back and neck after I spent some time wandering around the sweaty show floor.Sure, you could get a similar experience with a space heater or a fan, but having the climate control integrated directly into your chair allows it immediate access to your back and neck, and I found it felt more effective and comfortable than my desk fan at home.Las Vegas is a nightmare when it comes to consistent temperature, and after a week here, Im just about ready to stage a heist on this thing and take it home. Im hoping Razer gives this the same treatment it gave its haptic gaming cushion concept from last year and actually brings it to market.Least Favorite: Nvidia RTX Neural Faces is an AI yassification filter The culture war spares no one, especially when it comes to gaming. If youve looked up The Last of Us Part II or Horizon Zero Dawn on social media, no doubt youve seen photoshops of their female leads that attempt to make them look like they just walked out of a Sephora, despite them spending their games deep in the heart of the apocalypse. Critics have started to call these edits yassification, and it seems like Nvidias taking a side here: its new RTX Neural Faces feature might as well be an AI yassification filter.The idea is to help game NPCs cross the uncanny valley by using AI to help with more natural lighting, skin, and hair, especially when players are looking at that NPC from an unusual angle. The result just kind of looks like its trampling over the artists carefully made decisions with whatever Nvidia thinks natural means.In an example video posted by Nvidia, an NPC with Neural Faces applied seems to have totally different bone structure, a fresh layer of foundation, some new mascara, neater brows, and bigger but much deader eyes. Cool if youre into that, I guess, but its clearly not the look the modelers or lighting artists were going for, and it definitely wouldnt be appropriate for plenty of gamings most famous characters...unless youre curious what a Solid Snake makeup tutorial would look like?Favorite: Acer Nitro Blaze 11 Credit: Michelle Ehrhardt If the Lenovo Legion Go S stands out from other gaming handhelds because of its software, then the Acer Nitro Blaze 11 is the opposite. Frankly, its the biggest gaming handheld Ive ever used, and while that means its not necessarily the most convenient, theres a certain maximal joy to be taken from carrying it around.With so much room, its packing some pretty impressive specs, but what really takes the cake is its 11-inch, 2560 by 1600 display. It gets bright, it comes with a sturdy kickstand, and it can display up to 120 frames per second. Its also surprisingly lightweight at 2.3 pounds. Thats a pound heavier than the Steam Deck, but compared to a laptop, its still reasonable.Granted, if you get tired of holding it to play it, the Nitro Blaze 11 does have one trick. Like the Nintendo Switch and the original Lenovo Legion Go, its got detachable controllers. But unlike those devices, its screen is big enough to make kickstand mode feel worth it to me (I usually just hold the competition).To be honest, at this point in my life, Im not likely to opt for the Nitro Blaze 11. Im older, Im busier, and convenience trumps performance for me. But a younger, more explicitly gamer-y version of me would have been all over this.

We may earn a commission from links on this page.We talk a lot about the general rules for decluttering and organizing, namely that you need a spot for everything, containers to keep it all neat, and a structured approach to deciding what to keep and get rid of. Usually, we're referring to the home, but you should also be applying this information to your car, where you spend a considerable amount of time and need quick access to your stuff when the moment calls for it. In addition to cleaning your vehicle, you should be organizing it. Here are a few tools to help you.The best tools for organizing your carFirst of all, let's talk about the center console, also known as the area where you throw everything and pray for the best. There are organizers available for all kinds of vehicle makes and models that will slip in there and provide you with compartments, containers, holders, and all manner of little organizing essentials, but to find yours, you'll need to run a search for your exact car and the words "center console organizer." That said, you can also skip the customization and just pick up these storage expanders, which you secure by stuffing the long part into the gap between your console and seat. You'll get two and they come with some dividers inside, so you can store your wallet, drink, and other essentials without having to toss too much into the center. Car Seat Gap Storage Organizer $24.99 at Amazon Shop Now Shop Now $24.99 at Amazon Fortunately, other kinds of organizers are more standard and fit in most vehicles, meaning your options for pockets and containers are surprisingly robust. That's good news becauseand remember thiswhen you're organizing, every single item you keep in a space needs a designated spot. They should be stored with similar items and, ideally, placed in a container to keep them all together. This behind-the-seat organizer will help you with that: Car Backseat Organizer with 10" Table Holder, 9 Storage Pockets $19.99 at Amazon Shop Now Shop Now $19.99 at Amazon Another option is this big storage container that straps into a back seat ($23.98), which has 11 compartments and two cup holders. While this is great for when you have other people back there, it isn't accessible to you in the driver's seat. Don't worry, though: Again, you have options. For instance, pick up this card and document holder designed for the glovebox ($11.99). Registration, insurance, and other necessary docs can be stashed in here so the next time you're (god forbid) pulled over, you're not fumbling around searching. (Like center console organizers, glovebox organizers can also be ordered for your specific car type and are fitted to your box's dimensions, offering containers and pocket space.)Another solution with some handy pockets is this car trash can. No more tossing trash into a side bin or on the floor of the passenger's seat. If you're serious about organizing (and decluttering), it's time for a real trash holder and this one, with its secure hole and strap-on functionality, is perfect for going behind the headrest of the passenger seat, an easy reach away from you. Disinfecting wipes or napkins can go in the storage pockets, too, making it an multi-use cleaning and organizing godsend. HOTOR Car Trash Can with Lid and Storage Pockets $9.99 at Amazon $12.99 Save $3.00 Get Deal Get Deal $9.99 at Amazon $12.99 Save $3.00 That's all for the areas accessible to passengers, which is important, but you also have to consider the other elements of organization in and around your car. How's your trunk looking? Don't even answer that. Just check this out. HOTOR Trunk Organizer for Car - Large-Capacity Car Organizer $16.99 at Amazon $19.99 Save $3.00 Shop Now Shop Now $16.99 at Amazon $19.99 Save $3.00 Simply put, you need pockets and structure in the trunk. Again, everything needs a place and "the trunk" is not sufficient on its own; it's just too big and likely to get cluttered, especially when things shift around back there. Simple car cleaningFinally, being organized is one thing, but being clean is another. Here's a list of the best car vacuums out there so you never have to deal with crumbs and messes. Beyond that, consider designating at least one of the new compartments you create with these storage solutions to cleaning supplies, like Clorox wipes and the like. One ever-popular option that is effective but small and easy to store is this sticky gel ($9.99) that pulls dust out of your vents and crumbs off your surfaces: PULIDIKI Car Cleaning Gel $9.99 at Amazon $11.99 Save $2.00 Shop Now Shop Now $9.99 at Amazon $11.99 Save $2.00

The challenge of making your home into a comfortable, safe space that you feel good about living in is that those efforts can also make it a comfortable, safe space for pests. Like you, rodents want somewhere warm where they can feast on the finest grocery store cereals your money can buy. By the time you actually see a mouse, however, theyve probably already been in your house for a while. The earlier you notice the signs of an infestation, the easier it will be to drive them out and prevent damageto both your home and your psychological wellbeing). The earliest signs that rodents are moving in can be subtle, so here are three things to watch out for.Telltale noises and odorsSome of the earliestand most easily overlookedsigns of rodents in your home involve your five senses. Rodents are excellent at staying out of sight, so early detection is crucial to prevent a full-blown infestation, Jim Fredericks, chief entomologist and vice president of public affairs at the National Pest Management Association, points out. Droppings, gnaw marks, and other visual signs offer clues, but he cautions you not to forget your nose. A musky odor in enclosed areas may signal the presence of rodents or their nests, he explains. The odor stems from the accumulating urine and droppings in closed-off, hidden areas of your home.Trust your ears, too. According to Aaron Carlson, district manager at Trutech Wildlife Service, the most common rodent infestations are rats, mice, and squirrels, and theyre louder than you think. The first thing homeowners tend to notice is noise associated with movement or gnawing, he says. Rats, mice, and squirrels have tiny claws that scrape against wood as they move.Mice can make a lot more noise than their small size might suggest, adds Fredericks. And because rodent teeth never stop growing, the pests need to wear them down by chewing. Any hard surface with a bit of give, like wood or plastic, is a target.Your pets are acting weirdIf you have cats or dogs in the house, changes in their behavior can be an early, sign that rodents have moved in without your permission. Dogs or cats will notice it more quickly than you will, notes Allan Bossel, pest expert at Bed Bug Exterminator. They might respond by being agitated. If your pet starts becoming very alert and restless, they might be sensing rodents around the house. One sign to watch out for is when your pets start to scratch at walls or sniff obsessively around specific areas of the house.Cats will sit and stare at the wall or ceiling (also near the range or refrigerator in the kitchen), particularly in the evening, notes Mieshelle Nagelschneider, founder and cat behaviorist at The Cat Behavior Clinic. Cats have a bionic sense of hearing and can hear mice giggle in the walls.Dont be overconfident that your cat or dog will sense mice: Carlson warns that while your pets might offer an early warning, theyre not entirely reliable. Animals will often completely ignore even obvious noises from rodents, he says.Suspicious stains and debris Credit: stockphotofan1 / Shutterstock.com Aside from sound, smell, and your pets, there are easily overlooked visual signs that rodents are creeping into your life, like unexplained debris around the house.This might include gnawed pieces of paper or cloth, which may indicate rodent nesting behavior, notes Bossel. While gnaw marks on food containers might be an obvious sign, gnaw marks elsewhere can be overlooked. Other places where gnaw marks might be visible are your furniture (especially the feet of wooden pieces), wires, storage boxes, and baseboards. You might also see small piles of shelled seeds or husks outside the home. Credit: Jay Ondreicka / Shutterstock.com Something subtle to look for: Marks on walls and baseboards. Rats and mice will explore a house for food and travel the same paths, notes Carlson. Smudges along the baseboards are a sign of rodent movement. The body oils and grease from their fur will leave rub marks along the walls.If you suspect rodents have invaded, the sooner you contact a professional pest control pro, the better. Early intervention is one of the most effective ways to manage rodent issues, Fredericks says. Rodents breed quicklyone pair of mice can produce dozens of offspring in just a few monthsso delaying action can result in a more extensive infestation thats harder and more costly to control.

Were officially recovering from CES 2025! In this episode, Devindra and Senior Reporter Sam Rutherford dive into their favorite PCs from the show, NVIDIA's RTX 5000 GPUs and debate the merits of Lenovos extra-large Legion Go S handheld. They explain why they like ASUSs ultra-light Zenbook A14, and Sam gives us his final thoughts on Dells clunky brand transition.Listen below or subscribe on your podcast app of choice. If you've got suggestions or topics you'd like covered on the show, be sure to email us or drop a note in the comments! And be sure to check out our other podcast, Engadget News!Subscribe!iTunesSpotifyPocket CastsStitcherGoogle PodcastsTopicsLenovos surprising CES showing: ThinkBook Plus Gen 6s rollable screen 0:47Legion Go S by Lenovo is the first third-party handheld to run SteamOS 4:35NVIDIAs RTX 5000 seems great 10:16But Jensen Huangs keynote on NVIDIAs future lacked focus 15:29MicroLED TVs shown at CES are gorgeous and pricy 30:11CreditsHosts: Devindra Hardawar and Sam RutherfordProducer: Ben EllmanMusic: Dale NorthThis article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/computing/engadget-podcast-thats-a-wrap-on-ces-2025-171558731.html?src=rss

CES 2025 was a fantastic show for companies making good on the promises of years past. At these events, were used to seeing booth after booth of gadgets in concept and prototype phases, with vague details about final designs and release windows of eventually. This year, however, the vibe was way more release-ready. A handful of high-profile projects that debuted at previous CESes are back with concrete plans and actual release dates, and many of these products are available right now. Its a veritable CES miracle.Remember Ballie, the rolling robot that Samsung debuted in 2020 and then brought to CES 2024? This is exactly the type of thing that wed expect to never see again, doomed to forever haunt the consumer-electronics graveyard, but this year Samsung revealed Ballies final form and set its release window in the first half of 2025. Ballie is a cute yellow robot about the size of a bowling ball, with an Among Us-style cutout housing a projector that allows it to beam images and videos onto your walls and floors. This is a fun one from Samsung, and even though we dont know an exact price or release date just yet, the news that its actually coming out this year is a welcome update.Sony Honda MobilitySony Honda Mobilitys Afeela 1 is officially available to preorder right now, nearly five years after Sony announced its intent to enter the EV market. The Afeela 1 started out as the Vision-S concept car, which Sony unveiled at CES 2020, and it picked up the Afeela name in 2023 after Sony and Honda established their joint venture for EV manufacturing. At CES 2025, Sony Honda Mobility opened up reservations for the Afeela 1 Origin and the Afeela 1 Signature, which respectively cost $89,900 and $109,900. Reservations are only available to customers in California for now, and the first vehicles will be delivered in mid-2026. Its definitely cool to see Sonys EV ambitions manifesting after half a decade of build-up.One of the headlines we published this year with the word finally in it was dedicated to Displace TVs wireless 4K OLED screens with suction attachments. First revealed at CES 2023, Displaces suction-cup TVs are now ready for mass consumption, and theyre available for pre-order with shipments expected in March. Displace is selling two models, the Basic and the Pro, both with 4K OLED displays and screen sizes of 27 inches or 55 inches. They all support rudimentary gesture controls, too. The 27-inch Basic model goes for $2,500, while the 55-inch Pro is $6,000, with the other prices in between.LGSpeaking of TVs, the hottest bit of home entertainment tech at CES 2024 was LGs transparent OLED T and this year, its officially on sale. LG brought the OLED T to CES 2025, just a few weeks after the display hit the market at the eye-watering price of $60,000. The OLED T is a 77-inch, 4K, transparent TV, and even though it costs as much as a fancy car, its stunning in action.Heres another idea we were prepared to forget about forever: Lenovos rollable laptop. A handful of concept products with rollable screens have hit CES since 2019, and Lenovo has been talking about its rollout laptop idea since 2022. At CES 2025, the company showed off its first market-ready model, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable. It has a vibrant OLED display that expands from 14 inches to 16.7 inches at the press of a button, and we found it to be shockingly elegant in person. The ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable should go on sale this spring, expected to start at $3,500.It should be noted that this list isnt limited to things that fit inside your home some products hitting the market after previous CES appearances are actual houses themselves. Pebble brought its Flow all-electric RV trailer to CES 2024 and even opened up pre-orders that year, but at CES 2025, the company shared its final design and officially kicked off production. The Pebble Flow should ship out this spring, starting at $109,500 and topping out at $175,000.Amy Skorheim / EngadgetAC Future brought concepts of its transformable RV home to CES 2024, and at the 2025 show, the company unveiled its finished product. AC Futures Ai-TH line comes in three models: a deliverable pod (Ai-THu), a pullable trailer (Ai-THt) and a drivable EV RV (Ai-THd). The RV expands into a 400 square foot apartment with one bedroom, one bathroom, a living room, and a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator, two-burner induction stovetop and microwave. Theres even a washer and dryer in the bathroom. Production on the Ai-TH range will begin as soon as the AC Future gets home from CES 2025, and pre-orders are live now, priced at $98,000 for the pod, $138,000 for the trailer and $298,000 for the EV RV.Its always nice to see innovative concepts like these become real products. The glut of actual release announcements out of CES 2025 is a relief, and it feels like a positive sign for the current consumer-tech production cycle.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/general/ces-2025-was-more-shoppable-than-conceptual-160010350.html?src=rss

It's CES week at Engadget, and our team has been on the ground in Las Vegas checking out tons of new devices, from the good to the weird to the ones that make you look like a sleep paralysis demon. Only a few gadgets from the show are actually available to buy, however, and even less are discounted. If you're looking for a good sale right now, we're back with another edition of our weekly deal roundup. This week's highlights include a four-pack of AirTags for nearly $30 less than Apple's standard selling price, deep discounts on our favorite microSD card and portable SSD, extended free trials for Audible Premium Plus and Apple TV+, and more. Here are the best tech deals from this week that you can still get today.Apple AirTag (4-pack) for $70 at Amazon ($29 off MSRP): A new model may arrive later this year, but we still consider Apple's current AirTag to be the best Bluetooth tracker for iPhone owners. While this discount on a four-pack isn't quite an all-time low, it beats the bundle's typical street price over the last few months by a few bucks. Also at Best Buy.Samsung Pro Plus (256GB) microSD card + USB reader for $20 at Amazon ($11 off): The Pro Plus is the top recommendation in our guide to the best microSD cards. This 256GB model has gone for a few bucks less in the past, but this deal ties the lowest price we've tracked for the bundle with a USB reader, which helps the card achieve its fastest possible speeds on compatible devices. Also at Samsung.Crucial X9 Pro (1TB) portable SSD for $70 at Amazon ($50 off): The X9 Pro heads up our guide to the best portable SSDs: It's rugged, super compact and consistently quick for common tasks. This is the largest discount we've seen for the 1TB model since late 2023. Also at Crucial and B&H. The 2TB model is a bit cheaper than usual at $120 as well.The Crucial X9 Pro.Photo by Jeff Dunn / EngadgetApple Watch Series 10 (42mm) for $329 at Amazon ($69 off): The latest Apple Watch remains our pick for the best smartwatch. It's a bit slimmer and lighter than past models, with mildly improved battery life, a rich wide-angle OLED display and the usual range of fitness-tracking features (blood oxygen monitoring aside). This deal on the 42mm GPS model has been live for a few weeks, but it still ties an all-time low. Also on Best Buy. The 46mm version is similarly discounted at $359.8BitDo Ultimate Wired Controller for $27 at Amazon ($18 off, Prime only): This is a wired version of 8BitDo's Ultimate Bluetooth Controller, we've previously praised for its durable Hall effect joysticks, comfy shape and useful software. (Though it's somewhat on the smaller side.) This variant is made for Xbox and PC; the discount is within $2 of its all-time low. Both the black and white versions are on sale.Audible Premium Plus (3-month) for $3 at Amazon ($30 off, new and returning users only): Up until January 21, new and returning users can get three months of Audible Premium Plus for $3 total. Normally, the audiobook service costs $15 per month after a 30-day free trial. Premium Plus, as a refresher, is Audible's highest tier: Beyond granting access to the full Audible Plus library, it lets you keep one title from a curated selection of audiobooks each month. Just note that your subscription will auto-renew by default if you decide to take the plunge.The Apple Watch Series 10.Cherlynn Low for EngadgetCorsair MP600 Mini (1TB) M.2 2230 SSD for $80 at Amazon ($30 off): The MP600 Mini is a small-size SSD you can pop into gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck or devices like Microsoft's Surface notebooks. It's not hugely far off for the M.2 2230 drive we recommend in our SSD buying guide, but more importantly it's $20 cheaper as of this writing. This deal ties the 1TB model's best price since March. Also at Corsair.Beats Pill for $100 at Amazon ($50 off): The latest Beats Pill is a pick in our guide to the best Bluetooth speakers. As we note in our review, its audio performance can struggle at high volumes, but in general it pumps out strong bass without sounding imbalanced. It's also water-resistant, with a 24-hour battery life rating and wired audio support via USB-C. This discount has been live for several weeks, but it ties the device's lowest price to date. Also at Target, Best Buy and others.8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard (N Edition) for $70 at Best Buy ($30 off): While this NES-themed keyboard isn't a formal pick in any of our buying guides, it's still a nice value for those looking to give their desk a more vintage look. It's comfy for typing and hot-swappable, though the default switches are fairly loud. This discount is $10 more than the lowest price we've seen, but it's $20 off the device's typical street price in recent months. The keyboard also comes with a fun joystick and a pair of "Super Buttons" that you can use for custom macros.The 8BitDo Retro Mechanical Keyboard.Will Lipman Photography for EngadgetAnker Charger (140W, 4-port, PD 3.1) for $80 at Amazon ($10 off): Announced this week at CES, Anker's latest wall charger includes three USB-C ports, one USB-A port, a foldable plug and a built-in display that can show the device's power output and temperature at a glance. Those ports are located on the bottom, which might be awkward but should help keep the device more stable in an outlet. Anker says it can supply up to 140W of power, which is enough to quickly refill larger laptops, though you'll have to avoid using multiple ports simultaneously to reach that maximum speed. Full disclosure: We haven't tested this one for ourselves, but we've recommended several Anker charging devices in the past, and this early discount takes $10 off the new model's MSRP. Just clip the on-page coupon to see the discount. Also at Anker.Apple TV+ (3-month) for free at Best Buy ($30 off, new and select returning users only): Apple's streaming service is far from essential, but it does include plenty of exclusive shows worth checking out, from Severanceand Slow Horsesto Ted Lasso and Bad Sisters. If you've never subscribed but have been meaning to take a look, this extended free trial deal from Best Buy seems like a good opportunity. The service normally costs $10 per month after a seven-day trial. Again, remember that the subscription will auto-renew at full price unless you cancel.Samsung The Frame (2024) 55-inch QLED TV for $868 at Woot ($630 off): Outside of an eBay coupon deal on Black Friday, this is the best price we've seen for the 55-inch version of Samsung's stylish TV. It's worth noting that the company unveiled a new "Frame Pro" model at CES this week: That one promises improved contrast and brightness, plus support for Samsung's wireless breakout box, though it'll almost certainly cost more whenever it's launched. If you aren't as demanding about picture quality but still want a TV that looks like a framed piece of art, there's value to be had here. You're still paying for the design first and foremost, but this is also one of the few TVs with a matte finish, which helps it ward off glare in a bright room.Follow @EngadgetDeals on Twitter and subscribe to the Engadget Deals newsletter for the latest tech deals and buying advice.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/deals/an-apple-airtags-four-pack-is-down-to-70-plus-the-rest-of-the-weeks-best-tech-deals-163020795.html?src=rss

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