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When Should You Fully Power Off Your Nintendo Switch 2 Vs Using Sleep Mode?

staff@slashgear.com (Eric Hamilton) — Sun, 31 May 2026 12:45:00 +0000

The Nintendo Switch 2 is made to spend extended time in sleep mode, in which your game is paused. However, that doesn't mean it should stay there forever.

Steam Deck Is Finally Back In Stock, But Its New Price May Be A Tough Pill To Swallow

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Wed, 27 May 2026 18:27:38 +0000

Valve's popular portable gaming PC is back in stock, but the Steam Deck also returns with a very large increase to the price tag thanks to part shortages.

4 Electronics At Walmart With Deep Discounts In May 2026

staff@slashgear.com (Olivia Richman) — Fri, 22 May 2026 02:27:36 +0000

Walmart has some good deals this Memorial Day weekend, and we've rounded up the best deals we could find in entertainment, cameras, smartphones, and more.

Sony Settlement Set To Give Playstation Users $7.85m: Who's Eligible For The Payout?

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Sony has settled a court case accusing them of overcharging players for games. Here's what games are affected and what the settlement process will look like.

Nintendo's Switch 2 Price Hike May Have Been Inevitable, But It's Still Hard To Stomach

staff@slashgear.com (Alex Hevesy) — Fri, 08 May 2026 16:54:06 +0000

Nintendo has just announced that the price of the Switch 2 would be going up soon. The company might need to sweeten the deal to encourage upgrades.

10 Reasons To Pick A Nintendo Switch 2 Over A PS5

staff@slashgear.com (Jordan Wirth) — Sat, 02 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000

The PS5 still feels new, but is it the smarter buy today? A closer look at why the Switch 2 might offer more for most players.

5 Ways To Increase Your Nintendo Switch 2's Battery Life

staff@slashgear.com (Marc Magrini) — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:30:00 +0000

It may be the world's most popular portable console, but the Switch 2's battery life isn't great. Here's what you can do about it.

Can Your HDMI Cable Output 4K? Here's What To Look For

staff@slashgear.com (Anthoni Oisin) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:15:00 +0000

Did you just buy a new television? Discover the quick trick to checking your current HDMI cable to see if it actually supports high-resolution video.

10 Retro-Inspired Gadgets On Amazon That Scream 1980s

staff@slashgear.com (Jack O'Neill) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0000

The 1980s had an iconic aesthetic that's remembered fondly by many, and that same '80s vibe is still present in many gadgets you can find on Amazon today.

If You Played Pokémon Go, Your Activity Was Used For Way More Than You Think

staff@slashgear.com (Zohaib Ahmed) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:15:00 +0000

Did you play the viral Pokémon Go AR game back in 2016? It turns out the developers used your camera data to train modern delivery robots.

Costco Stopped Selling Xbox – But These Consoles Survived

staff@slashgear.com (Anthoni Oisin) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0000

The Xbox console seems to have vanished from Costco's shelves, alongside Xbox accessories and games. However, consoles from other brands are still available.

Why The FBI's Seeking Victim Info Amidst Steam Malware Investigation

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:15:00 +0000

The FBI is investigating seven games on the Steam platform that were allegedly infected with malware. Here are the infected apps and what to do.

How Long Does The Nintendo Switch 2's Battery Last On Average?

staff@slashgear.com (Quina Baterna) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Nintendo's Switch 2 is a very capable handheld console, but does its prowess come at the cost of battery life? Here's how long the Switch 2's battery lasts.

This Charging Habit Could Ruin Your PlayStation 5 Controller Battery

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:15:00 +0000

Think you are taking good care of your PlayStation 5 controller? You might actually be destroying its battery with this common daily routine.

5 Graphics Cards That Could Outperform PlayStation 5 Pro

staff@slashgear.com (Gozie Ibekwe) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0000

These GPUs challenge the PlayStation 5 Pro, combining raster and ray tracing for smooth 4K gaming and higher FPS in mid-range to high-end PC builds.

4 Cool Gadgets You Can Use With Your PlayStation 5

staff@slashgear.com (Pranav Bhardwaj) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0000

Looking to enhance your Sony PlayStation 5 experience or gain a competitive edge over the competition? Check out these cool PS5 gadgets.

You Could Be Owed A Free Rechargeable Xbox Controller Battery - Here's Why

staff@slashgear.com (Nate Williams) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:15:00 +0000

Did you purchase an Xbox controller between December 2025 and April 2026? If so, you could be eligible for a free rechargeable battery pack.

5 Gadgets You Can Plug Into Your TV's HDMI 2.0 Port

staff@slashgear.com (Quina Baterna) — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:45:00 +0000

Make the most of your television without upgrading to a newer model. Here are five brilliant devices you can connect to your TV's empty HDMI ports.

Man Finds Xbox 360 Dev Kit At Garage Sale With A Hidden Gem Game Inside

staff@slashgear.com (Shane O'Neill) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:45:00 +0000

One lucky gamer picked up a rare developer console at a yard sale and uncovered a treasure trove of deleted content from an iconic gaming franchise.

Nintendo Switch 2 Tips: How To Turn On Boost Mode (And Why You Might Want To)

staff@slashgear.com (Anthoni Oisin) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:45:00 +0000

If you bought a Nintendo Switch 2 hoping for steadier performance with games the original Switch struggled to run, this boost feature might be a big help.