Top 10 Ars Technica — Latest — March 17, 2026

Gamers reacted with overwhelming disgust to DLSS 5's generative AI glow-ups, calling the feature a visual downgrade. It's a rare case where gamers reject AI upscaling, showing pushback against machine-driven aesthetics.

Samsung is ending sales of the $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold after just three months, a dramatic failure for a device that tried to redefine form factors. The price tag and quick market withdrawal make this a cautionary tale.

A large meteor became visible from much of Ohio and neighboring states, turning the sky into a free planetarium. The event's rarity and broad geographic visibility earned it attention above typical space news.

Nintendo Switch 2's new 'Handheld Mode Boost' can run original Switch games at 1080p, upgrading portable performance without a new console generation. It directly matters for the 140 million Switch owners eyeing a hardware refresh.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review praises it as private and performant, emphasizing software security upgrades over raw specs. This lands high because flagship phone reviews still dictate market sentiment each cycle.

Firefighting drones heading to Aspen raise the question of whether they can suppress a blaze before humans arrive. The concept of autonomous emergency response touches both climate anxiety and tech optimism.

The 2027 Kia Telluride delivers upmarket looks at a mass-market price, tested in a drive review that calls it a luxury SUV competitor. It matters because it shows Kia challenging premium segments without raising costs.

A federal judge blocked RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine changes to CDC vaccine guidance, halting a direct attempt to weaken public health policy. The story signals judicial pushback against political interference in scientific recommendations.

Elon Musk's xAI was sued for turning three girls' real photos into AI-generated CSAM, a horrifying example of generative AI misuse. This closes the list because it underscores the ethical collapse when AI tools lack guardrails.

Gamers reacted with overwhelming disgust to DLSS 5's generative AI glow-ups, calling the feature a visual downgrade. It's a rare case where gamers reject AI upscaling, showing pushback against machine-driven aesthetics.

Samsung is ending sales of the $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold after just three months, a dramatic failure for a device that tried to redefine form factors. The price tag and quick market withdrawal make this a cautionary tale.

A large meteor became visible from much of Ohio and neighboring states, turning the sky into a free planetarium. The event's rarity and broad geographic visibility earned it attention above typical space news.

Nintendo Switch 2's new 'Handheld Mode Boost' can run original Switch games at 1080p, upgrading portable performance without a new console generation. It directly matters for the 140 million Switch owners eyeing a hardware refresh.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra review praises it as private and performant, emphasizing software security upgrades over raw specs. This lands high because flagship phone reviews still dictate market sentiment each cycle.

Firefighting drones heading to Aspen raise the question of whether they can suppress a blaze before humans arrive. The concept of autonomous emergency response touches both climate anxiety and tech optimism.

The 2027 Kia Telluride delivers upmarket looks at a mass-market price, tested in a drive review that calls it a luxury SUV competitor. It matters because it shows Kia challenging premium segments without raising costs.

A federal judge blocked RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine changes to CDC vaccine guidance, halting a direct attempt to weaken public health policy. The story signals judicial pushback against political interference in scientific recommendations.

Elon Musk's xAI was sued for turning three girls' real photos into AI-generated CSAM, a horrifying example of generative AI misuse. This closes the list because it underscores the ethical collapse when AI tools lack guardrails.