Friday, January 30, 2026 at 9:54PM 
Source: Alessandro Paluzzi
If you don't want to be part of someone's Close Friends list on Instagram, the Meta-owned social network is testing out the option that lets you opt out of this list. The internal test was first spotted by Alessandro Paluzzi, who specializes in locating unreleased features under development.
Friday, January 30, 2026 at 9:43PM Apple recently acquired Israel-based startup Q.ai in a bid to accelerate its artificial intelligence efforts. While the company did not disclose the terms of the deal, reports indicate that the arrangement is valued at nearly $2 billion. If the figure is correct, the Q.ai purchase is Apple's second-largest acquisition to date, following the Beats purchase in 2014 for $3 billion.
It's unclear how Apple plans to leverage Q.ai, but the company's past work suggests Apple is doubling down on AI-powered wearables. Q.ai CEO Aviad Maizels and the other founding members of the company will join Apple as part of the deal.
Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:53AM 
Source: Razer
Razer is offering a lightweight, browser-based controller for its peripherals. The Razer Synapse Web, which launched in beta, operates directly through Chromium-based browsers like Chrome, Edge, and Opera. This new tool is designed for competitive players and those on the go who need to make rapid adjustments in environments where full software downloads are restricted or impractical.
The initial rollout specifically targets the Huntsman V3 Pro line, including the TKL and Mini variants. By focusing on "frictionless" customization, the web app allows users to tweak core settings, adjust Chroma RGB Quick Effects, and save profiles directly to a device's onboard memory. This streamlined approach was developed with input from Team Razer athletes to ensure the interface meets the high-speed demands of LAN parties and professional esports tournaments. The beta is currently live and accessible to users at https://synapse.razer.com/dashboard/.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:34PM 
Source: LEGO
The LEGO Group kicked off the Nuremberg Toy Fair by expanding its Smart Play ecosystem with five new Star Wars sets, bridging the gap between physical bricks and digital interaction. This new wave features iconic builds, including the Millennium Falcon, Mos Eisley Cantina, and Luke’s Landspeeder. Utilizing the proprietary Smart Brick technology, these sets allow fans to engage in real-time play, such as jumping to lightspeed or practicing lightsaber duels through motion-activated sounds and lights.
