Sony just launched a Back to School Sale on several of their PlayStation products, including their consoles. The PS5 Slim Disc Edition has dropped to $449.99 from its $500 MSRP and the PS5 Slim Digital Edition has dropped to $339.99 from its $450 MSRP. These deals will all expire on August 5.

The PlayStation 5 Consoles Are on Sale Today

Sony Group has announced strong Q1 FY2024 results for its gaming business, with PS Plus leading the charge in network services as PS5 sales slow down. The console has now sold 61.8 million units worldwide since its launch in 2020. PS5 sales slow down amid a quiet release schedule, but...

PS Plus Doing Great for Sony as PS5 Sales Slow Down

Microsoft has revealed the first batch of games heading to Xbox Game Pass in August 2024. In an Xbox Wire post, Microsoft confirmed Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, Mafia: Definitive Edition, and Creatures of Ava will be added to the subscription service. All of these will be available to subscribers via PC, Xbox, and Xbox Cloud Gaming (if you are an Ultimate tier subscriber). The first of these three games, Creatures of Ava, will be available to Game Pass subscribers starting August 7.

Microsoft Confirms Xbox Game Pass August 2024 Wave 1 Lineup

Estranged from her daughter because of a past life of drug-abuse, Karina is taking all the steps she can towards being the mother she needs to be. One night Karina hears the discharge of a muted weapon and a body breaking through heavy glass. Looking up, she locks eyes with...

Paradox Effect - Official Trailer

Today Amazon is offering a ZOTAC GeForce RTX 4070 Ti 12GB AMP AIRO GPU for only $673.20. This is the least expensive RTX 4070 GPU on Amazon right now, with the next best price going for over $50 more. This particular model is a limited edition Spider-Man: Across the Spider Verse collab with themed backplate, tote bag, and more. Even with the release of the RTX 4070 Ti SUPER refresh, the RTX 4070 Ti is still an outstanding card for up to 4K gaming. At this price, it's a much better value too.

The Least Expensive GeForce RTX 4070 Ti GPU Includes an Eye-Catching Spider-Man Backplate

Update: This deal has expired and is no longer available on Amazon. Instead, you can find the same offer directly on Boost Mobile's website. With every major shopping event, like Amazon Prime Day, comes a "free phone" deal. As you'd expect, they're almost always too good to be true, whether offered by AT&T, T-Mobile, or Amazon. The latest variation comes via Boost Mobile, who's selling any iPhone 15 model, including the Pro Max, for just one penny. What's the deal with this deal? I break down the fine print below.

You can still buy an iPhone 15 for one cent after Prime Day - everything to know

Retired hunter Sophie invites her fellow hunter and childhood best friend Kyle to her family’s secluded cabin deep in the woods. There, she plans for Kyle to meet and teach her fiancé Nolan how to hunt for an article he's writing and to share the news of their engagement. Tensions flare between Kyle and Nolan over their shared history with Sophie, escalating during the hunt that goes awry when they are ambushed by a vicious pack of territorial wolves. As alliances fracture under the pressure of survival, Sophie is forced to rely on her long-abandoned hunting prowess to face the deadly predators and save the one closest to her heart.

Out Come the Wolves - Official Trailer

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As an actor, Merritt Butrick was cast in one of the most coveted roles in the history of science fiction media. He played David Marcus, the son of the iconic Captain James T. Kirk, portrayed by William Shatner in the 1982 theatrical movie, Star Trek: The Wrath of Kahn. Sadly, Butrick died of AIDS in 1989. He was only 29 years old. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Star Trek' Actor Merrit Butrick: 35 Years After His Tragic Death

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro are coming in two months, which means it’s not the best time to buy a new iPhone 15. Unless you’re in absolute need of a new iPhone right now, it’s wise to wait until September for either the iPhone 16 or for other iPhones to get cheaper.

iPhone 16 is coming, and these five features will be worth the wait

Some 15,000 Intel job cuts have been announced by the company, as it implements a $10B cost-reduction program to try to resolve its financial difficulties. Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger told employees that revenues have not grown in the way the company hoped, with a belated acceptance that Apple’s Mac business is gone forever one likely factor in that reality-check …

15,000 Intel job cuts announced, with Apple and Microsoft key factors in the decline

Starting today, Amazon is offering the 9th gen (2021) Apple iPad 10.2" Wi-Fi 64GB tablet for only $229. This is the best price we've ever seen for this particular model, and right now it's $70 cheaper than the newest 10th gen model. This is the most affordable iPad model you can get brand new with warranty.

Get a Brand New Apple iPad for Only $229

“Our revenues have not grown as expected — and we’ve yet to fully benefit from powerful trends, like AI,” said CEO Pat Gelsinger in a memo to employees. “Our costs are too high, our margins are too low. We need bolder actions to address both — particularly given our financial results and outlook for the second half of 2024, which is tougher than previously expected.”

Intel to lay off 15,000 employees

Microsoft plans to increase its capital expenditures. Much of this increased spending will go toward GPUs. Nvidia continues to dominate the GPU market and should be the biggest beneficiary of Microsoft's increased capex. Microsoft is likely to send more money Nvidia's way in the coming quarters. Many investors were probably...

Why Microsoft Just Delivered Good News for Nvidia

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Walmart has the best Xbox Series S deal right now. Get $31 off the console and a controller before it's too late.

The Xbox Series S Is on Sale Right Now — Save on the Console to Start Gaming This Summer

Last year's TCL QM8 made our list of the best 85-inch TVs, and the other sizes of the model were just as good. It features a QLED panel as well as support for both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos for better picture quality and virtual surround sound. This TV's dedicated gaming mode allows you to monitor frame rates and VRR status. Plus, our testing of the QM8 proves itself to be a well-rounded TV -- and for a price that is a little easier on the wallet than competing brands.

One of the best QLED TVs I've tested isn't from Samsung or LG

Every day, we head into the deal mines, digging for savings and discounts on the best electronics out there. And every day, there's one deal that stands above them all. This is that deal!. At PCMag, we know products—our experts review and recommend thousands of them. Our deals team works...

The Best Deal at the End of the Day: 40% off Xbox Game Pass Ultimate

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NETFLIX users claim the service has "gone downhill" amid skyrocketing subscription costs. It is no secret that major streamers are hiking their prices. Over the past few months alone, big players like Paramount+ and Max have announced increases for their subscription plans. Netflix, in particular, has faced criticism for increasing...

Netflix subscription prices have lept over 90% in the past decade – and users say the streamer has ‘gone downhill’

At PCMag, we know products—our experts review and recommend thousands of them. Our deals team works tirelessly to find the lowest prices on the technology you want most. Catch some amazing tech discounts at Walmart today! There's a TCL 75-inch TV set with a 120Hz refresh rate and low input lag that's perfect for gamers not looking to break the bank. A 22% discount will certainly help with that. Then there are the Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones, discounted by 34%, for bass-forward audio and seamless syncing with iOS devices. Complete your gaming setup with the Xbox Elite Controller Series 2, available at a 20% discount. Talk about some great deals!

Walmart Deals of The Day: Save Over $300 Off on an Excellent TCL TV

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Sony will not submit another bid for Paramount Global as “it does not fit well with our strategy,” according to the president of the Japan-based PlayStation maker.

Hiroki Totoki, who also serves as Sony’s chief operating officer and chief financial officer, told investors on an earnings call Wednesday that his firm will not make another proposal for the entertainment conglomerate, which is controlled by Shari Redstone’s holding company National Amusements.

The media heiress struck a deal last month to sell her 77% stake in NAI to Skydance Media, the independent film studio behind hits such as “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Mission: Impossible...

Sony says it won’t submit another bid for Paramount: ‘Does not fit well with our strategy’

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Rumor mill: Android manufacturers like Samsung have been launching folding phones for years now, and other handset makers, such as OnePlus and Motorola, have entered the sector with their own offerings. A new report claims that Apple is also set to throw its hat into the foldable ring with a folding iPhone that could be released as early as 2026.

Apple's first folding iPhone could have a flip design, tipped to arrive in 2026

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PlayStation 5 Sales Down From Last Year, Sony Reveals

PlayStation 5 sales are down compared to this time last year but the console has still reached 61.7 million units sold overall since its launch in...

PlayStation 5 Sales Down From Last Year, Sony Reveals

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