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Latest Tech Headlines: NEX Handheld Review, Tesla’s Production Changes, Snap’s AR Glasses Spin‑off, and TV Buying Tips

A quick roundup of the NEX handheld console’s strengths and subscription drawback, Tesla’s move away from Model S/X, Snap’s AR glasses spin‑off as Specs Inc., and timing your TV purchase around the Super Bowl for the best deals.
30 January 2026 by
TechStora Editorial Board

NEX Handheld: Cute Design, Offline Play, Subscription Model

The NEX handheld console impresses with its attractive design and a solid library of games that can be played offline. However, most titles require an ongoing subscription, which may deter some users.

  • Pros: sleek hardware, offline capability, diverse game selection
  • Cons: subscription needed for most games

Tesla Shifts Production Focus to Model 3 and Model Y

CEO Elon Musk announced that production of the Model S and Model X will wrap up next quarter. The newer Model 3 and Model Y already account for the majority of sales, with over 1.5 million units delivered, compared to under 450,000 of the older models.

Musk also revealed a long‑term plan to repurpose the Model S/X assembly lines for building up to 1 million Optimus robots.

Snap Spins Off AR Glasses Business as Specs Inc.

Snap’s augmented‑reality glasses division will become an independent subsidiary called Specs Inc., while remaining fully owned by Snap. The move aims to attract external funding to better compete with Meta’s heavily financed AI‑focused glasses efforts.

Meta’s Reality Labs expects its smart‑glasses sales to more than triple in 2025 as the company pivots from virtual reality to AI‑enhanced eyewear.

TV Buying Guide: Timing Your Purchase Around the Super Bowl

With 2026 models announced at CES and set to arrive later this year, now is an ideal time to hunt for discounts on 2025 televisions. Prices typically drop after new releases, and the Super Bowl season adds extra promotional incentives.

  • Watch for price cuts after CES announcements
  • Target the weeks leading up to the Super Bowl
  • Consider last‑year’s models for the best value