The Shopping Journal
A detailed view of the Valve Steam Controller, illuminated by the red glow of a Doom gameplay screen, emphasizing its unique design and resurgence in popularity.
The Reading List

Steam Controller gains new popularity for Doom

A Reddit thread titled 'Steam Controller for Doom is actually amazing' gained 5,000 upvotes in 24 hours, sparking widespread online debate.

By Jordan Tsosie|May 31, 2026|3 min read
A long, eerie, and dimly lit yellow-walled hallway from the 'Backrooms' movie, evoking a sense of dread and mystery.
The Style Cart

Backrooms Movie Earns $38.4 Million on Opening Day

Maya Feldman·May 31, 2026
A modern living room with a Hisense CanvasTV displaying a beautiful landscape artwork, showcasing its dual function as a display and decor piece.
The Gadget Shelf

Art TVs are on sale this weekend

Cyrus Jafari·May 31, 2026
A lone cybersecurity researcher facing off against the imposing Microsoft corporation, symbolizing the conflict over vulnerability disclosures and legal threats.
The Style Cart

Microsoft threatens researcher over vulnerability disclosures

Maya Feldman·May 31, 2026
Cecil Baldwin in a bookstore cafe, looking at a tablet with a mix of frustration and contemplation, highlighting the tension between digital and physical experiences.
The Reading List

Cecil Baldwin shares his top tech pet peeves and automation frustrations.

Jordan Tsosie
Acer Nitro Blaze Link Linux handheld gaming device showcasing a PC game stream, emphasizing its minimalist design and cloud gaming capabilities.
The Style Cart

Acer unveils Linux handheld for streaming PC games

Maya Feldman
SpaceX rocket launching into the night sky, symbolizing the multi-billion dollar contract for the Golden Dome missile-tracking satellite project.
The Style Cart

SpaceX Secures Space Force Contracts for Golden Dome Project

Maya Feldman
Futuristic AI PC processors from Nvidia, Microsoft, and Arm, symbolizing a new era of personal computing and advanced technology.
The Reading List

Nvidia, Microsoft, Arm tease new AI PC processors

Jordan Tsosie

Opinion

A split image contrasting a healthy, home-cooked meal with fresh ingredients against an unhealthy, processed convenience food meal.
The Pantry List

Home cooking beats convenience food for your health, studies find.

Vincent DeLuca · May 29

Analysis & Trends

An overflowing beauty and wellness subscription box, symbolizing abundance and the challenge of product overload for consumers.
Wellness Finds

Beauty & wellness subscription boxes boom amid high churn

Jordan Tsosie · May 30
A warm and inviting living room showcasing personalized decor with unique art, books, and personal items, reflecting individual style.
Home Goods

Why Homeowners Are Ditching Perfect Rooms for Personalized Decor

Gabriela Reyes · May 29
A visually appealing display of diverse skincare products, symbolizing the booming US cosmetics market and its strong growth trajectory driven by consumer demand.
Wellness Finds

US Cosmetics Market Surges Past Global Trends, Driven by Skincare

Jordan Tsosie · May 19
A stylish carry-on suitcase in a modern airport setting, symbolizing the start of a journey.
The Travel Kit

Top 9 Best Carry-On Luggage: Picks for Your Next Trip

Vincent DeLuca · May 19

Explainers

A pet owner meticulously compares two pet food labels, seeking the healthiest option for their dog and cat.
Pet Picks

How to Read Pet Food Labels for Healthy Choices

Jordan Tsosie · May 20