Steam Deck Maker to Launch New Video-Game Console in 2026 (Gaming News Roundup)

Valve, the maker of the popular Steam Deck handheld PC gaming console, is launching new video-game hardware, Steam Machine, in 2026.

Roblox announces measures to strengthen protections for minors

Facing pressure from states and families, Roblox will require players to use AI-powered technology that helps verify their ...

Roblox will require all users to perform age checks to access chat starting in January

Starting Tuesday, users can voluntarily undergo the age-check process to secure access to communication features.

Roblox to scan users’ faces to verify age amid persistent child safety concerns

Roblox, under scrutiny for child safety concerns, will require users to verify their age through a selfie or an ID. They'll ...

Roblox is updating chat rules with a simple age check keeps you playing

Roblox will soon require facial age verification for all chat features, enforcing age-based communication groups and ...
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Roblox is requiring 9yo kids to submit a video selfie for age verification

Roblox, one of the most popular kids’ apps in the world, is now requiring children as young as nine years old to submit a video selfie for age verification.
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AirPods firmware update brings hope to wearers of Apple earbuds

Apple released new firmware for AirPods Pro 2, AirPods Pro 3, and AirPods 4 on Thursday that offers bug fixes for a major recent firmware upgrade. Version 8B25 and 8B21 merely tweak the wireless ...