Why was Nintendo unprepared for Classic Mini NES demand?

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla 

By creating false scarcity, what was supposed to be a fun and affordable retro-gaming console has become one of these products that brings out the worst in opportunists and which also quickly alienates core users.

It seems that Nintendo has underestimated the demand for the Classic Mini NES console. In case you missed it, the Classic Mini NES is a tiny replica of the iconic Nintendo Entertainment System from decades ago. This version plugs into modern HDTVs and no longer requires game cartridges because around 30 games are pre installed within the small device's memory. Players can also save games now, which was a challenge with the antiquated system.

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Apple's delayed AirPods expected to start shipping next week

Expected to ship back in October, Apple's new wireless AirPods headphones are tipped to be coming next week. While expensive for in-ear headphones, the AirPods do bring a lot of features that play nicely with iOS and the new iPhone 7 devices (as well as iOS and Mac devices).

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Review: Google Daydream View VR headset

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

2016 is truly the year that Virtual Reality (VR) breaks into mainstream consumer consciousness with products like the HTC Vive, Oculus Rift and PlayStation VR being made available with game support in many markets. 

For Google, VR has been an aspirational part of their ecosystem every since they revealed Google Cardboard a few years ago and this cheap introduction into smartphone-based VR, has been an evolving part of their ecosystem. 

Daydream View is Google’s next VR headset and is designed to correspond with the Pixel and Pixel XL but is also open to other devices that fall into the required specs.

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GoPro recalls 2,500 Karma drones due to power failure

Action camera maker GoPro is hastily recalling  2,500 of its Karma drones bought since Oct. 23 after a small number of the devices lost power during operation. No injuries or damage to property was reported and GoPro says that owners can return the drones for a full refund, no replacements are being offered. The problem with drones losing power during operation is that they become projectiles and can crash into persons and property, a huge issue for GoPro which could be held liable for any damage done resulting from this defect.

In a message on their website, GoPro had this to say, "GoPro is committed to providing our customers with great product experiences. To honor this commitment, we have recalled Karma until we resolve a performance issue related to a loss of power during operation. We plan to resume shipment of Karma once the issue is addressed."