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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. Google now lets you have full conversations with Gemini for Home

   Google announced today that it is upgrading the Gemini for Home service with a "continued conversations" feature. Continued conversation allows a user to have a natural discussion with the Gemini platform without prefacing every follow-up request with the "Hey Google" prompt. The microphone will remain active on a smart device for a few seconds after the Gemini AI

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2. Samsung brings SmartThings integration to IKEA's Matter devices

   Samsung is expanding the SmartThings connectivity platform to ...

3. Splatoon Raiders lands on Nintendo Switch 2 on July 23

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4. Chipolo and Secrid team up for a new trackable wallet

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5. John Ternus will be CEO of Apple when Tim Cook steps down this fall

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6. Amazon allegedly pressured companies to raise product prices with other retailers

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7. Yelp's AI chatbot can now make your dinner reservation

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8. Homeland Security reportedly wants to develop smart glasses for ICE

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9. Sennheiser launches HD 480 Pro, the closed-back headphones fans have been waiting for

   Sennheiser has introduced a new high-end headphone set for audio professionals. The HD 480 Pro is essentially a closed-back reimagining of the company's popular HD 490 Pro headset. Both headphones are designed for audio professionals, aiming to fit both a studio or a live performance setting. The company is positioning this product as a versatile option that can handle recording,

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