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Last updated: June 27, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Space & Aviation

SpaceX is reportedly planning an 8-mile natural gas pipeline in Texas to fuel its Starship operations at Starbase. In a separate development, NASA successfully tested an in-orbit refueling device, a cryocoupler developed by L3Harris, signaling progress for deep space missions.

Mobile & Handheld Devices

Ayaneo has unveiled the Pocket Micro, a horizontal handheld device that improves upon the Game Boy Micro with a larger battery, enhanced controls, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Meanwhile, Amazon's Kindle app for iOS is gaining AI-powered reading assistance features that older Kindle e-readers lack. The Motorola Moto Pad 70 has been launched, boasting a Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC, a 144Hz screen, and a 10,200 mAh battery, succeeding last year's Moto Pad 60 Pro. OnePlus is preparing to launch the N6, a lower-end smartphone in India on June 30, with details of its contents already leaked.

Audio & Wearables

vivo has introduced its premium TWS 5 Pro wireless earbuds alongside the X Fold6 in China. Oppo has also released its Enco Air5 and Air5s earbuds, with the Air5 featuring active noise cancellation. On the headphone front, Beats Solo 4 are available at a 50% discount, offering 50-hour battery life for under $100. Powerbeats Pro 2 are priced at $180 during Prime Day, recommended for those who prioritize secure fit during workouts. For Pixel users, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are on sale for $160, featuring active noise cancellation. Additionally, Garmin is offering discounts on its Venu 4 and Forerunner 570 smartwatches. The Oura Ring 4 is also seeing a significant Prime Day deal, potentially including up to three years of membership.

Smart Home & Entertainment

Google is addressing a long-standing Sirius XM radio issue affecting its smart speakers with a new patch. Ticketmaster is collaborating with Google Wallet to offer customizable passes beneficial for Android users attending events. For home theater enthusiasts, understanding the differences between Dolby Digital, DTS, Atmos is key to choosing the best surround sound format. TCL's QM7K 4K Google TV is available at a significantly reduced price during Prime Day.

Gaming & Software

OpenAI has launched a limited preview of GPT-5.6, offering three variants including its most powerful and affordable models to date. The company has also reportedly recruited Apple's Vision Pro chief to lead a new hardware division. Anthropic has received US government approval to redeploy its Mythos cybersecurity AI model to select organizations. In gaming, a sidescrolling roguelite platformer, Steam Deck air hockey, and other new indie titles are available as part of the Steam Summer Sale.

Computing & Laptops

Apple has begun selling refurbished MacBook Neo models, bringing prices back to their pre-hike levels following a recent $100 increase on most products except iPhones. Reports suggest Apple may skip the M6 Pro and Max chip generations to focus on boosting AI capabilities for the M7 series. Concerns are rising about Apple seeking clearance to purchase chips from a US-blacklisted Chinese company linked to the Chinese military. Xbox consoles are currently not recommended for purchase due to an impending price hike, making it a poor time to buy an Xbox.

Mobile & Tech Industry News

Uber is enhancing its US driver background check process in response to sexual assault lawsuits. Netflix is testing profile-specific email logins, which could signal stricter enforcement of shared account policies. Samsung faces a new lawsuit from patent troll Tau Ceti Ventures LLC. The Samsung Galaxy A27 has launched in the US at $349.99, priced higher than the Galaxy A37. The Honor Magic V6 received two GLOMO Asia Awards, while the vivo X Fold6 secured one. Reviews published by Engadget include the MSI Claw 8 EX, Sony A7R VI, and Ray-Ban Meta Optics. A new game, "I'M YOUR HOST," is described as a weirder take on "Her Story" Engadget Indie Pitch.