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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. Noble Audio debuts FoKus Artemis headphones with three drivers and ANC

   Noble's FoKus Artemis headphones have three drivers and ANC, but they don't come cheap.

2. Shokz says its clip-on OpenDots 2 earbuds focus on improved volume and bass

   The flagship OpenDots 2 earbuds are joined by the mid-range OpenDots Air.

3. Nintendo will launch a Switch 2 with replaceable batteries in the EU

   Nintendo is preparing to sell a special version of the Switch 2 in the EU with swappable batteries.

4. Apple begins requiring age verification for App Store use in Texas

   The state law governing app use by minors takes effect tomorrow.

5. The co-creator of Scavengers Reign is working on a new show for Netflix

   'Dealies' is about the staff of a big box store.

6. Persona 5 Royal is one of many additions to Xbox Game Pass for June

   The subscription is also getting some indie projects that are worth a look.

7. You can make the hyper-violence in Marvel's Wolverine more PG-13, if you want to

   And Robert Rodriguez wept.

8. Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is headed to the Switch 2 on September 18

   Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight hits the Switch 2 along with new DLC for all platforms in September.

9. A British MP is suing to see if xAI is legally responsible for the images Grok produces

   xAI is under investigation in the EU, UK and California because of its freewheeling AI image generator.

10. PUBG's creator is downsizing his studio and ending development of a game

    It seems that Prologue: Go Wayback! will never make it out of early access.