Engadget review recap: Steam Machine, Samsung Music Studio 7, Oura Ring 5 and more - Engadget

A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget.

The rear of the Valve Steam Machine.

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From a major new piece of gaming hardware to the latest smart ring, our latest batch of reviews once again runs the gamut of product categories. We've also conducted in-depth testing of HP's new ultraportable laptop, a Samsung speaker and an excellent new Alienware OLED display. Read on for the details on any of those items you might've missed, and prepare for a new slate of reviews coming soon to Engadget.

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Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP Alerts Investors to a Securities Class Action Against AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) - Deadline is July 27, 2026

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - July 11, 2026) - Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. ("AeroVironment" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVAV) on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired AeroVironment securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026 (the "Class Period").

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Tax Breaks: The Penalties, Postage And Paperwork Edition

Penalties of all sorts were in the news this week.

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If you noticed that lines at the post office were a little longer than normal this week, it wasn’t just because folks were hoping to stock up on Forever stamps before postage rates go up this weekend. Beginning Sunday, July 12, the U.S. Postal Service is raising the price of a Forever stamp from 78 cents to 82 cents—the eighth increase in five years. Some of those customers may also have been taxpayers hoping to meet the July 10 deadline for protective refund claims related to Kwong v. United States.

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If you ask Americans, Norway's Erling Haaland is already a winner

America loves Erling Haaland, and the feeling is mutual.

The Norwegian striker is everywhere these days. Yes, he's in the running for top scorer at the Fifa World Cup alongside Messi and Mbappe. Yes, he's one of the world's highest-paid athletes and was the Premier League's top scorer last season.

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Kevin Feige Reveals A ‘Doomsday’ Character In ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day

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There have been many, many rumors and alleged leaks surrounding Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and a whole lot of them have eventually been officially confirmed. Now, we can add another one to that list.

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On People Moving, And How To Build Democracy With AI

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Future of Democracy

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What does AI have to do with people? We’re seeing the impact of this technology on our lives in so many ways. Some of them are scary, but some of them, harnessed correctly, might help us with some very human problems that pre-date the emergence of the LLM.

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New housing law targets affordability — what it means for homebuyers and sellers

How the new housing reform aims to make homes more affordable

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Bipartisan legislation intended to increase the U.S. housing supply and improve affordability is now law — but experts say homebuyers and sellers shouldn't expect fast relief.

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Beat the heat with these fresh, family-friendly meals ☀️

Dinners during the summer have one job in my house: feed everybody well without making me feel like I just ran a tiny restaurant in 90-degree heat. That means I’m reaching for easy, budget-friendly recipes that can feed the family, feel fresh, and still count as a real meal. This roundup has everything from hearty dinner salads and grilled mains to veggie-packed recipes and lighter bites for those extra-hot nights. I also made sure to include recipes that keep dinner flexible, so you can cook outside, use what’s in the fridge, or get something satisfying on the table without overthinking it!

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Karlovy Vary: ‘3 Weeks After’ Wins Europa Cinemas Label Award

The Serbian drama 3 Weeks After (3 Nedelje Posle), directed by Miroslav Terzić, has won the Europa Cinemas Label as the best European film at the 60th edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF). The jury of three Europa Cinemas Network exhibitors unveiled their pick on Saturday afternoon.

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Katy Perry Beats Justin Bieber’s Radio Record With Her New Hit

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Katy Perry's "Watch It Burn" helps her break her tie with Justin Bieber and Kelly Clarkson as she claims the fifth-most Adult Pop Airplay chart hits in history. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 11: Katy Perry performs onstage during Katy Perry: The Lifetimes Tour - New York at Madison Square Garden on August 11, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for KP)

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