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Tesla Hints at Grok Text Messaging Support
AppWizard
September 13, 2026

Tesla Hints at Grok Text Messaging Support

Tesla is enhancing its voice control system, evolving from basic commands to a conversational assistant named Grok. This system supports various tasks such as navigation, phone calls, media search, and vehicle commands. Recent updates to the Model Y owner's manual indicate that text messaging will be a forthcoming feature, allowing users to ask Grok to send text messages. Grok has expanded its reach from the U.S. to several other countries and is designed to manage vehicle operations while maintaining driver focus. Future developments may include Grok Bot integration and control over Full Self-Driving capabilities. The exact timeline for text messaging activation remains uncertain, but it is expected to be part of an upcoming over-the-air update.
Anbernic RG 55G1 Targets Retro Players With Snapdragon and 1080p Screen
BetaBeacon
September 10, 2026

Anbernic RG 55G1 Targets Retro Players With Snapdragon and 1080p Screen

Anbernic RG 55G1 is a new Android handheld with a Qualcomm Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 processor and a 5.5-inch full-HD display. It is priced at 9.99 in the United States and offers options for players seeking a larger screen and more power than entry-level retro consoles.
First Xiaomi, then the world: why Arm might give phone gaming a huge graphics boost
BetaBeacon
September 8, 2026

First Xiaomi, then the world: why Arm might give phone gaming a huge graphics boost

Arm's DLSS for Android is set to be released soon, starting with the Xiaomi 18 Fold in China. The new Arm Mali G2-Ultra NX graphics processor inside the custom Xring O3 chip promises to enhance mobile gaming by providing PC-like technologies to improve game performance without using more power. This technology includes AI gaming graphics accelerators that can eliminate jagged edges in games and offer features similar to Nvidia's DLSS, such as AI upscaling, frame generation, and ray reconstruction. The new graphics tech is expected to be available in various devices beyond Chinese phones, including tablets and Chromebooks. The technology is aimed at improving gaming experiences while maintaining battery life and will be integrated into games like Where Winds Meet, Infinity Nikki, and Arena Breakout: Infinite.
Valve's Steam Machine Proves a Capable Windows PC, But 128GB RAM Upgrade Offers Little Value
Winsage
September 5, 2026

Valve’s Steam Machine Proves a Capable Windows PC, But 128GB RAM Upgrade Offers Little Value

Valve's Steam Machine has been tested for its versatility beyond gaming, with two notable upgrades: installing 128GB of RAM and converting it to run Windows 11. The 128GB RAM upgrade involved installing a 2x64GB SO-DIMM kit, which required extensive BIOS adjustments and presented challenges such as system instability and difficult access to RAM slots. Despite the technical success, performance improvements in gaming were minimal, as most applications do not utilize that much memory, making the upgrade cost-prohibitive. In contrast, converting the Steam Machine to Windows 11 was more straightforward. The process involved creating bootable USB drives and navigating BIOS settings. Once installed, the Steam Machine performed well as a Windows PC, with productivity tasks showing better efficiency than other portable devices. Benchmark tests indicated slight performance drops compared to SteamOS, but real-world usage, such as video editing, proved effective. Overall, the Steam Machine is capable of functioning beyond its intended purpose, but users should consider practical memory configurations and the limitations of dual-boot support when choosing how to optimize the device.
Microsoft says RGB is responsible for recent Windows 11 and game crashes
Winsage
August 24, 2026

Microsoft says RGB is responsible for recent Windows 11 and game crashes

RGB lighting setups may be causing system instabilities on Windows 11, particularly during gaming sessions, as reported by Microsoft. The issue affects PCs running Windows 11 version 25H2 or newer, especially after the August 11 KB5121003 update, and is linked to driver or code components associated with 'inpoutx64'. Users have experienced 'ExceptionAccessViolation' blue screens, which occur when software accesses memory outside its designated boundaries. The problem may be related to anti-cheat technology in various games conflicting with RGB software. Affected titles include Arc Raiders, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and The Finals. Microsoft and game developers are working on solutions and recommend temporarily disabling inpoutx64, which may result in loss of RGB functionality. The issue also affects internal RGB components.
PPSSPP vs Dolphin vs RetroArch Android: 127 Cores
BetaBeacon
August 24, 2026

PPSSPP vs Dolphin vs RetroArch Android: 127 Cores

PPSSPP is a dedicated PSP emulator that does not require a BIOS file to boot a game. Dolphin emulates GameCube and Wii consoles and requires newer Android versions for better performance. RetroArch is a frontend that loads separate cores for different systems, offering a wide range of emulation options.
Best Android Emulators 2026: 4 of 7 Play Store Banned
BetaBeacon
August 18, 2026

Best Android Emulators 2026: 4 of 7 Play Store Banned

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