Apple unveils $99 HomePod mini with U1 proximity chip

Apple is introduced a smaller version of its HomePod smart speaker today, just the second smart speaker from Apple since the original HomePod debuted in 2017. The HomePod mini will sell for $99 and goes on sale November 16. It comes in space grey and white. The round speaker with a flat bottom closely resembles […]

Sony's CEO Says "99 Percent" Of PS4 Games Can Be Played On PS5

A few weeks ago, a Ubisoft support page confirmed that PS1, PS2, and PS3 games would not be backwards compatible for PS5. In response to public outcry, the language supporting these claims was swiftly removed from the Ubisoft website. In a recent interview with The Washington Post, however, Sony CEO and President Jim Ryan stated that “99 percent” […]

Sony's CEO Says "99 Percent" Of PS4 Games Can Be Played On PS5

A few weeks ago, a Ubisoft support page confirmed that PS1, PS2, and PS3 games would not be backwards compatible for PS5. In response to public outcry, the language supporting these claims was swiftly removed from the Ubisoft website. In a recent interview with The Washington Post, however, Sony CEO and President Jim Ryan stated that “99 percent” […]

Madden NFL 21 Starts Naming 99 Club Members, Starting With Former Cover Star

Madden NFL 21 has started naming inductees into its “99 Club” as it continues the rollout of this year’s player rankings. The first inductee is Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes–last year’s cover athlete and Super Bowl MVP. The 99 Club is named after the highest overall rating possible in a Madden game. From the already small […]

Tetris 99 Is Getting A Xenoblade Chronicles Crossover

Nintendo has announced a new Maximus Cup event for Tetris 99. The competition takes place next weekend and gives you a chance to earn another crossover theme, this one based on the recently launched Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. Like most other Maximus Cups, next week’s event is a point-based competition. You’ll earn a different number […]