pricing

AI

GitHub Copilot's usage-based pricing sparks developer backlash

GitHub moves Copilot to a usage-based model, prompting developers to exhaust monthly AI credits in a day and raising questions about cost predictability.

AI

AI bird feeder, Pixel fold deals, ThermoWorks kitchen scale

Examines Kiwibit's AI-powered bird feeder, deep discounts on Pixel 10 Pro Fold, and ThermoWorks' first kitchen scale, probing their impact on pricing and AI adoption.

Gaming

Microsoft hikes Xbox controller price as new model drops Chatpad

Microsoft raises Xbox controller cost to $64.99, removes the Chatpad port, and pushes its $99.99 Adaptive Controller amid broader price hikes and Apple’s new sales channel.

AI

Google rolls out Antigravity 2.0 and $100 AI Ultra plan

Google unveils Antigravity 2.0 and lifts its AI Ultra subscription to $100/month, promising five‑fold usage over the Pro tier.

Gaming

Nintendo lifts Switch 2 prices, sparking consumer backlash

Nintendo announced higher launch prices for the Switch 2 on May 8, 2026, raising questions about affordability and competition.

Tech

Roku’s $3 Howdy hits 1M subs as cheap streaming gains traction

Roku’s ad‑free $2.99 Howdy service crosses 1 million subscribers, highlighting demand for low‑cost streaming as prices on major platforms keep climbing.