Xbox announces limited-edition console to celebrate 25th anniversary

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Xbox is commemorating its 25th anniversary with a new special-edition Xbox console. The Xbox Series X25 Limited Edition takes inspiration from the original Xbox console and comes with a transparent green casing. It still has the same internals as the Xbox Series X, including 1TB of storage, but it has other callbacks to the game console's history. This includes the Xbox logo that lights up in green, unlike recent Series X models, and the Xbox 25th anniversary logo in front.

Microsoft also created a matching controller to go with this new limited edition console. The company has yet to release pricing, but it will be available in select markets starting in November.

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'Troubleshooting' mode spotted in Google Gemini

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Google Gemini might help you work through a problem with things like your car without having to refer to a manual. User testingcatalog on X shared a new "Troubleshooting" mode showing up in the model picker menu for some users.

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Meta tests series feature for Reels

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Meta is testing a series feature with select creators on Instagram and Facebook to make it easier for users to watch serialized content on either platform. Creators included in the test phase can include both new and old Reels in their series. The episodic content will then be visible in a new tab within their profile. Those who use the feature in TikTok will be familiar with how it works.

When a user stumbles upon an episode of the series in their feed or Reels tab, they will see an option to tap to view other episodes from the series. They can also save a series to watch later or to keep up to date with future episodes. Meta told TechCrunch it is considering ways to monetize the feature, but it hasn’t provided details on how that would be implemented.

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Oura debuts its smallest smart ring yet

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The Oura Ring 5 earns the title of Oura's smallest smart ring yet—with the wearable 40% smaller than its predecessor. Tech Advisor noted the device looks and feels like a regular piece of jewelry. If bulky wearables have always been a deal breaker, Oura wants to make a case for its smart ring.

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