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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. The best webcams for 2026

   Whether you’re on back-to-back video meetings, live streaming or just trying to look presentable on a family call, your webcam matters more than most might expect. The cameras built into laptops are fine in a pinch, but they rarely deliver consistent image quality, especially in less-than-ideal lighting. A dedicated webcam can noticeably improve sharpness, color accuracy and overall

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2. Tesla sues California DMV after it banned the term 'Autopilot'

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   The opening

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5. Bungie says 'no second chances' if you're caught cheating in Marathon

   Bungie isn't taking any prisoners when it comes to cheating on its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. In a detailed ...

6. Falcon Northwest FragBox review: A compact gaming rig that does everything right

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7. Nothing reveals the Phone 4a ahead of schedule

   Nothing has been slow-dripping news about the upcoming Phone 4a for a few days now, with a promise to reveal the handset on March 5. However, the company jumped the gun a bit and just posted an actual photo of the hardware. It looks pretty nifty, even if we don't have any real-deal specs

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8. Ball x Pit will land on iOS and Android on March 12

   Ball x Pit, a delightful roguelite that was one of our

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9. Lamborghini ditches plans for its all-electric supercar due to 'close to zero' buyer interest

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10. A new Evangelion series is coming from Studio Khara and Yoko Taro, creator of NieR

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    However, his replacement will be Yoko Taro, the guy ...