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May 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

Claude’s Unexpected “Feelings” Spark Debate

The conversation started when a well‑known critic of religion sat down with an AI called Claude, made by Anthropic. He had spent years challenging faith and thought the machine would be a simple tool, not a thinker. After three days of dialogue, he felt the AI’s replies were surprisingly nuanc

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May 07 2026OPINION

Phones in schools: why a total ban misses the bigger picture

Schools today aren’t just teaching algebra or history—they’re preparing students for a world where phones are everywhere. A complete ban on these devices might seem like an easy fix for distractions, but it ignores a bigger issue: teaching responsible use instead of avoiding technology altogether. T

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May 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

RGB LED TVs: Why Hold Off and Who Should Buy

New TV makers are racing to launch screens that use tiny red, green and blue LEDs instead of the usual white light. The promise is brighter colors and richer detail. But because this is the first wave of the technology, some early models show problems. When a test unit from one brand flickered duri

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Apr 30 2026FINANCE

The Hard Truth About AI’s Hidden Secret

AI might get all the hype for smart chips and flashy models, but without a place to store its endless data, it’s nothing. Seagate, a company most people have never heard of, quietly powers the backbone of this digital explosion. Every selfie you post, every AI-generated song, and every chatbot respo

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Apr 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Steam Controller Arrives May 4, Ready for Any Game Setup

The latest addition to Valve’s lineup will hit shelves on May 4th at a price of $99. 99 USD. This release comes before the long‑awaited Steam Machine and Steam Frame, whose launch dates are still uncertain. Many gamers already own a Steam Deck or a standard PC, and the controller is designed to work

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Apr 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Sony Raises PlayStation Console Prices in 2026

Prices for Sony’s PlayStation consoles are set to climb next year. The company says rising costs of parts and tech are forcing the change. On May 1, 2026, the standard PS5 will cost $649. 99 in the U. S. , while its digital‑only version jumps to $599. 99. The upgraded PS5 Pro will hit $899. 99, and

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Apr 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

NVIDIA Adds Taiwan Memory Maker to Power Next‑Gen AI Chips

NVIDIA is boosting its Agentic AI platform, Vera Rubin, by adding a new memory supplier from Taiwan. The company now uses LPDDR5X chips from Nanya Technology, a first for the firm’s high‑performance AI servers. This move gives NVIDIA more flexibility. Vera Rubin relies on two kinds of memory: the

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Apr 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

Mac Mini Shortage Hits Apple Fans

Apple customers keep running into a problem when they try to buy the newest Mac mini. The entry‑level model that starts at $599, which comes with 256 GB of storage, can no longer be ordered from the Apple Store. The website simply says it is “currently unavailable” for delivery, meaning no one can p

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Apr 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

Gaming choices: why PCs last longer than consoles

Gamers often pick between two paths: one that locks them into yearly upgrades or another that grows with them. Console players find themselves trapped in a loop where new games demand the latest machine, forcing them to replace entire systems just to stay current. PC gamers avoid this trap by upgrad

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Apr 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Sky‑Powered Safety: How Air Force One’s Engines Keep the President Secure

The aircraft that carries the U. S. president is more than a fancy jet; it is a moving fortress that can stay airborne for hours, fight off threats, and keep its commander in charge even if the country is under attack. The secret behind this reliability lies in its engines, which have been chosen an

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