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Last updated: July 8, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Mobile Computing & Devices

Apple announced its largest U.S. manufacturing investment today as part of its American Manufacturing Program, partnering with Broadcom to bolster domestic supply chains. Meanwhile, PC shipments have first time in two, driven by a memory shortage, though manufacturer revenue continues to rise. Google is reportedly developing an automatic backup feature for Android devices to Windows PCs over Wi-Fi, though Samsung devices are expected to be excluded.

Gaming & Entertainment

Microsoft has reportedly canceled the sequel to Avowed, with Obsidian Entertainment now focusing on a Fallout project. Apple's horror-comedy series, Widow's Bay, has secured the most Emmy nominations for a new show this year, earning 19 nods for its debut season. Valve's Steam Machine is being reviewed, with current assessments suggesting it would have been a more compelling product five years ago given its present pricing. A substantial discount is available on LG's 77-inch OLED TV at Best Buy, offering savings of $1,500.

Wearables & Smart Home

The upcoming Pixel Watch 5 may come with an unwelcome price increase for prospective buyers, according to recent leaks. Wear OS 7 has been released and is now available for eligible Pixel Watch models, bringing new features. In a significant development for agricultural technology, the FTC reached a settlement with John Deere, bringing right-to-repair provisions to the company's farm equipment after the agency sued last year.