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Where does virtual reality go next? Right now, there seem to be two paths: Portable and self-contained headsets or those connected to computers and consoles. Valve is clearly betting on the second way with the Index, its first VR hardware. It crams in just about every feature you’d expect from a high-end headset, including some truly transformative finger-sensing controllers. It’s just too bad the entire Index package costs $999, putting it out of reach for most people. It’s a boundary-pushing headset meant to keep the VR industry from getting stale.

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1. Anker debuts Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro earbuds with its Thus AI chip

   Anker's first products with its Thus AI chip are two powerful sets of earbuds, including one that has an AI note taker.

2. Google won't rest until Gemini is everywhere in your home

   The company is making it easier for manufacturers to make more Gemini-powered smart devices.

3. Are you really going to talk to Gemini like that?

   Google's new AI features capitalize on the popularity of voice dictation, and a desire to leave the thinking to AI.

4. You can now add ChatGPT to PowerPoint

   Most users can start generating slides with AI today.

5. Elon Musk reportedly owes quite a few of his employees $420

   xAI promised workers the money in exchange for tax information to train Grok.

6. Volvo reveals $58,400 starting price for the EX60

   Volvo's upcoming mainstream EV SUV is available to order now.

7. Google's much-improved app icons are rolling out now

   The old icons that debuted five years ago had very little to visually differentiate them.

8. Marvel's retro-inspired beat-em-up is getting two more playable superheroes

   Cyclops and The Thing are now playable in Marvel Cosmic Invasion.

9. Steelseries Arctis Nova Elite review: Ultra high-end gaming headsets are here

   $600 is a lot of money for a gaming headset, but if you edit audio and video, the Arctis Nova Elite might be the only pair you need.

10. Sony's luxury 10th anniversary 'ColleXion' headphones shown in leak

    They feature extra padding, polished metal accents and 'studio-grade' sound quality.