Technology News: 9 August 2025 - 10 August 2025

November 23, 2025, 1:30 AM EST. Nvidia says it has evolved from a gaming GPU company to a full-fledged AI data center infrastructure company, anchored by a record $57 billion in Q3 FY26 revenue. In its earnings call, Nvidia framed the shift as part of a broader AI ecosystem expansion, with CEO Jensen Huang describing the "virtuous cycle of AI" and faster growth in foundation models, startups, and industries. A Nvidia Newsroom post and Dexerto coverage emphasize the pivot from consumer hardware to scalable datacenter computing. While market chatter about an AI bubble persists, Nvidia argues the trend is real as more developers-now including a large share of game studios using AI-drive continued demand.

November 23, 2025, 1:28 AM EST. Microsoft is bringing the Xbox full screen experience to Windows 11 gaming PCs in a public preview, expanding beyond handhelds. The feature ships with build 26220.7271 (Dev and Beta channels) and is accessible via Task View or by pressing Windows+F11 after enabling it in Windows Settings. It is off by default; users must join both the Windows Insider Program and the Xbox Insider Program to try it. The interface emphasizes a controller-first, console-style navigation designed for a distraction-free gaming experience on desktops, laptops, and tablets with a connected controller. Microsoft positions this as a step toward a more gaming-centric Windows 11, complementing broader UX and platform ambitions.

November 23, 2025, 1:24 AM EST. In the Electrek Podcast, we cover the latest in sustainable transport and energy. This episode highlights how electricity is becoming the base currency for the grid, discusses Tesla Robotaxi incidents, and reviews the new Porsche Cayenne EV among other headlines. Tune in to learn what's driving these trends, what to expect from Friday's live stream, and where to find the accompanying post with an embedded link to the YouTube live show. The episode also notes a Patreon option, upcoming topics, and how the video is archived after the stream for easy access across podcast apps.

November 23, 2025, 1:22 AM EST. Black Friday deals alert: the Google Pixel 9 Pro is $350 off, bringing the price to $649. The Pixel 9 Pro stands out among Android phones for its clean, skin-free Android experience, with no manufacturer overlays or duplicate apps. By contrast, rivals like Samsung add their own browsers, email clients, and calendars, which can feel cluttered. The Pixel's AI features are built into the core experience, without needing third-party sign-ins, and its camera app stays streamlined. Other brands add AI tools such as Gemini Advanced or Circle to Search, but Google keeps things simple. This makes the Pixel feel fast, intuitive, and easy to customize without overwhelming menus. If you want a flagship Android with pure software and long-term updates, the Pixel 9 Pro is a strong Black Friday pick.

November 23, 2025, 1:20 AM EST. Microsoft is expanding the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE) beyond its handhelds to laptops, desktops, and tablets. The feature, which adds a console-like UI to your game library, originally launched with the Xbox Ally and is now rolling out via Windows Insider Preview builds on the Dev and Beta channels. To enable it, hover over the Task View icon and choose Xbox full screen experience, open it in Game Bar > Settings, or press Win + F11. Availability is gradual, and you'll need the Xbox app from the Microsoft Store and enrollment in the Xbox Insider Program. As of now, FSE is expanding to all Windows handhelds as part of Microsoft's push to unify the Xbox experience across devices.