Consumers prefer fast broadband, not HD
In a surprising blow to HDTV adoption, a new survey from Pike & Fischer Broadband Advisory Services showed that of all the "new" services lusted after by consumers today, high-def fell surprisingly short of Internet broadband as the "most desired" technology.

Jerry-rig Smash Bros. Brawl voice chat because Nintendo won't
Just because the game doesn't support voice chat, doesn't mean you can't. More...

EA promises fewer sequels, expects PS3 to outsell Xbox 360
According to CEO John Riccitiello (via Ars Technica), Electronic Arts will release fewer sequels and limit dependence on licensed properties to entice gamers with more original games, such as Spore, Dead Space, Battlefield Bad Company, Dragon H, and Saboteur. More...

Sony declines comment on PS3 hardware rumors
"Sony is, in fact, phasing out the 80GB PS3," a reliable insider told Ars Technica on Sunday. "Sony is going to stay with the two-SKU approach though, and the prices look to stay the same." More...