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The Qwertykeys QK65 MK3 features a retro-style design and a built-in display that supports mini games. (Image source: Qwertykeys)

Qwertykeys shows off new retro-style mechanical keyboard with built-in mini games

Qwertykeys has started teasing its upcoming mechanical keyboard with a built-in display, the QK65 MK3. Unlike most recent models that show only system info, this retro-style keyboard lets users play mini games directly on the scre...

Elvis Shida, 28 Oct 2025 09:47

The 8BitDo Retro 68 Keyboard - NES 40th Limited Edition is an all-metal keyboard with a 68-key layout. (Image source: 8BitDo)

8BitDo includes a $50 gift when you buy its first 68-key keyboard

8BitDo has begun accepting pre-orders for the 8BitDo Retro 68 Keyboard - NES 40th Limited Edition, its first keyboard with a 68-key layout. While it won't ship until January 2026, those who pre-order it will get a NES-inspired com...

Habeeb Onawole, 28 Oct 2025 08:51

A soldier standing with a weapon in Helldivers 2. (Image Source: Arrowhead)

Arrowhead CEO says Helldivers 2's performance will take “many more months” of work to see meaningful improvement

Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani says more patches will be released to improve Helldivers 2’s stability, but it will take some time before players see major performance improvements.

Abdul Haddi, 28 Oct 2025 07:00

The Galaxy Z TriFold has been put on display for the first time (Image source: Park Ji-min, Chosun.com)

Official: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold debuts ahead of launch later this year

Samsung has officially shown the Galaxy Z TriFold for the very first time. It’s a foldable smartphone with essentially three displays, which means users can basically turn the smartphone into a tablet with a large screen. The Sout...

Silvio Werner, 28 Oct 2025 06:58

The cat in Stray. (Image source: BlueTwelve Studio)

PS Plus November 2025 free game leaked

Every month, PlayStation Plus members look forward to a new lineup of free games, and November 2025’s selection might have just leaked ahead of schedule.

Abdul Haddi, 28 Oct 2025 06:13

The EarFun Air Pro 4 Plus dual-driver wireless earbuds come with 6-mic AI noise reduction, Hi-Res Audio, and 36-hour runtimes. (Image source: EarFun)

EarFun Air Pro 4 Plus earbuds for Hi-Res Audio enthusiasts arrive with balanced armature and dynamic drivers

EarFun's Air Pro 4+ earbuds combine dynamic and balanced armature drivers to deliver high-resolution audio with adaptive AI noise cancellation using six microphones. Powered by Qualcomm's QCC3091 SoC, they support the aptX Lossles...

David Chien, 28 Oct 2025 06:09

A screengrab of Wreckreation running on PC (image source: SteamDB)

Wreckreation's gameplay leak reveals 40 minutes of Burnout-inspired racing on PS5 ahead of launch

A 40-minute unfiltered PS5 build of Wreckreation leaked a day before release, showcasing Burnout‑inspired high‑speed arcade racing with loops, big jumps, track‑building, and destructible elements, even as viewers pointed out incon...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Oct 2025 06:09

A screengrab of the campaign being run by Warner Brothers for A Minecraft Movie (image source: Warner Bros.)

Warner Bros' A Minecraft Movie targets Best Picture, Director and Actor after impressive $957M box office haul

Warner Bros. has launched a "For Your Consideration" awards campaign for A Minecraft Movie after its mammoth $957 million global box-office haul, targeting major categories including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor.

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Oct 2025 05:52

The X6b Plus is a new entry-level smartphone (Image source: Honor)

Honor X6b Plus: New smartphone offers 50MP camera and SGS-certified drop protection

The Honor X6b Plus is a new smartphone that’s clearly not a high-end device, but it does come with a 90Hz display. The Chinese company also advertises that the display is readable in direct sunlight, although that's more of a mark...

Silvio Werner, 28 Oct 2025 05:35

Cover art for Half Life: Opposing Force (image source: Steam)

Randy Pitchford says Valve's Gabe Newell called him directly to pitch Half‑Life: Opposing Force

In the Shacknews documentary 24 ’Til Launch: The Making of Borderlands 4, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford recounts how EA’s cancellation of his Rebel Boat Rocker project Prax War and the subsequent founding of Gearbox led to an unexpe...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Oct 2025 05:20

A screengrab from Halo: Campaign Evolved's The Silent Cartographer demo (image source: Halo YT)

Former Halo CE dev talks Halo Campaign Evolved: "There's plenty of ways to improve Halo 1 without breaking it"

After Halo: Campaign Evolved’s 13‑minute Silent Cartographer demo at the Halo World Championship 2025, former Combat Evolved designer Jaime Griesemer took to X to criticize changes. He focused most of his ire on the ability to ste...

Rahim Amir Noorali, 28 Oct 2025 05:01

The CrowPanel Advance is a smart display for ambitious users or tinkerers (Image source: Elecrow)

Elecrow CrowPanel Advance: 7-inch smart display with ESP32-P4 and broad IoT support launches

The CrowPanel Advance is a new display with many features and wireless network connectivity. This gadget could allow users to quickly create their own smart display, and tinkerers should be able to benefit from a simple or at leas...

Silvio Werner, 28 Oct 2025 03:49

The Retroid Pocket 6 in one of its six launch colours. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid Pocket 6 released to redefine Android gaming handheld scene with 120 Hz AMOLED and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for just over $200

The Retroid Pocket 6 is now available to pre-order worldwide with hardware to rival recent popular Android gaming handhelds like the Ayn Odin 2. While the Retroid Pocket 6 combines a 120 Hz AMOLED display with a Qualcomm Snapdrago...

Alex Alderson, 28 Oct 2025 02:00

Retroid offers the Pocket G2 in a choice of five colours but only a single memory option. (Image source: Retroid)

Pre-orders now open: Retroid releases Pocket G2 gaming handheld globally in five colours with new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset

The Retroid Pocket G2 is a new horizontal gaming handheld packing a new Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset. Available to order now in a choice of five colour options, the Pocket G2 also features a 5.5-inch AMOLED display and 8 GB of LPDD...

Alex Alderson, 28 Oct 2025 02:00

The Adata SR800 is a 5,000 mAh wireless power bank with an SSD attached. (Image source: Adata)

Adata SR800: Wireless power bank doubles as an SSD with 2,000 MB/s transfer speeds

Adata has announced the SR800 Magnetic Power Bank SSD. The accessory attaches to MagSafe or Qi2.2-compatible smartphones and combines a 5,000 mAh power bank with up to 2 TB of SSD storage. It supports 15 W wireless charging and up...

Elvis Shida, 28 Oct 2025 01:21

The Fitbit Versa 4 is now over three yers old. (Image source: Fitbit)

Google confirms new Fitbit hardware release plans alongside Fitbit Coach launch

Apparently, Fitbit is not done with hardware releases just yet. Rather than becoming completely subordinate to Google, Fitbit has now outlined release plans for the first new hardware since 2023.

Alex Alderson, 28 Oct 2025 00:16

The latest M5-powered Apple iPad Pro is $49 off on Amazon for a limited time. (Image source: Andreas Osthoff)

Deal | Brand-new 13-inch M5 iPad Pro with 256 GB storage gets first-ever discount on Amazon

The M5 SoC is an absolute screamer of a chip, especially when it comes to GPU and AI workloads. The new Apple iPad Pro, armed with iPadOS 26, is all set to take advantage of the latest silicon, and is thankfully already witnessing...

Sambit Saha, 28 Oct 2025 00:11

A Tesla Model Y (Image source: Michal Lauko via Unsplash; cropped)

Tesla recalls 13,000 Model 3 and Y units over risk of sudden loss in drive power

Tesla has issued a recall of 12,963 vehicles across its Model 3 and Model Y lines due to a defect that could lead to a sudden loss of drive power. The recall is officially filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrat...

Chibuike Okpara, 28 Oct 2025 00:04

ARMSX2 version 1.0 released, promises improved PS2 emulation on ARM, Android devices

Version 1.0 of ARMSX2, an ARM-focused branch of the popular PCSX2 emulator, has landed on Android. The new version of the PlayStation 2 emulator uses a translation layer to run code from PCSX2 (with some additions) on ARM devices,...

Sam Medley, 27 Oct 2025 22:50

Apple's M5 is faster, but results in shorter battery runtimes in daily situations

Apple's new M5 processor is much faster and also more efficient than its predecessor in many scenarios. However, the increased power consumption does result in slightly shorter battery runtimes in our Wi-Fi test, both for the MacB...

Andreas Osthoff, 27 Oct 2025 22:47

The compact MSI GeForce RTX 5050 Inspire ITX features an elegant gold design (Image source: MSI)

MSI debuts two ultra-compact RTX 5050 GPUs for SFF PCs

MSI has expanded its graphics card lineup with the GeForce RTX 5050 Inspire ITX series, featuring single-fan cooling and a compact, dual-slot design. Built for small form factor PCs, both models offer efficient power usage, provid...

Andrew Sozinov, 27 Oct 2025 22:13

The PS5 with a 24-month PS Plus Premium bundle is usually $749.99, but it can be had for $579.99 at GameStop. (Image source: GameStop, edited)

Deal | PS5 disc edition with 24 months of PS Plus Premium bundle slashed to $579.99 (23% off)

GameStop is currently offering a PS5 with a disc drive and 2 years of PS Plus Premium for $170 off. While this bundle includes the original "thick" PS5, buyers get access to hundreds of current-gen and classic PlayStation titles.

Elvis Shida, 27 Oct 2025 21:58

Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple's new MacBook Pro 14 M5 only makes sense in the base configuration

Apple's new MacBook Pro 14 with the M5 processor is a very good multimedia notebook, but in terms of pricing, it only really makes sense when you stick to the base spec. As soon as you start adding upgrades, the MacBook Pro with t...

Andreas Osthoff, 27 Oct 2025 21:42

The Pocket 6 is the more powerful of Retroid's latest gaming handhelds. (Image source: Retroid)

Retroid details imminent Pocket 6 and Pocket G2 gaming handheld release plans

Retroid has now confirmed the release dates of both the Pocket 6 and Pocket G2. Arriving sooner than expected, the new Android gaming handhelds will ship at completely different times from each other.

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2025 20:55

Image from the game Red Dead Redemption 2. (Image source: PlayStation Store)

This forgotten feature is now present in Red Dead Redemption 2

Red Dead Redemption 2 is still a beloved game, seven years after its release. But if you're looking for more action at night, you can check out this mod that brings back a feature from Red Dead Redemption.

Alexis Stegmann, 27 Oct 2025 20:40

The next Xbox is said to be more like a PC than Microsoft's earlier consoles. (Image source: Kamil Switalski & Unsplash)

Microsoft Xbox 'Magnus' launching with free online multiplayer plus Epic Games Store and Steam games support

A new report has shared more details about Microsoft's next Xbox 'Magnus' console. Not only is Microsoft now rumoured to be switching to free console multiplayer, but the move to running future Xbox consoles with a modified versio...

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2025 20:27

This rumored compact tablet could launch in early 2026. Pictured: the Pad 3 Pro. (Image source: Oppo)

Compact Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 tablet from Oppo reportedly in the works with OLED screen

Oppo is reportedly working on a compact flagship tablet that will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Per Digital Chat Station, a reliable tipster, the pad will sport an 8.8-inch OLED display, and it could be rebranded as ...

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 27 Oct 2025 20:11

Sharp’s A series projectors (XP-A175U pictured) are now available. (Image source: Sharp)

Sharp releases new laser projectors with up to 17,000 lumens brightness

Four new Sharp A series projectors for commercial use have been revealed in the US. The XP-A824U, the XP-A104U, the XP-A155U and the XP-A175U each have a laser light source, with the range-topping model offering up to 17,000 ISO l...

Polly Allcock, 27 Oct 2025 19:56

Oppo will not be selling the Find X9 or Find X9 Pro globally in the red colourway it offers for both models in China. (Image source: Oppo - edited)

Oppo Find X9 and Find X9 Pro global models star in last-minute leaks before international debut

A last-minute leak has detailed the global versions of Oppo's new flagships before their releases. Equipped with massive batteries, the Oppo Find X9 and Find X9 Pro will be the first devices to ship outside China with MediaTek's D...

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2025 19:55

A Qualcomm AI rack (Image source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm takes the AI fight to Nvidia with new AI200 and AI250 chips built from smartphone tech

Qualcomm is expanding beyond smartphones with two new AI data center chips, the AI200 and AI250, built on its mobile neural processing tech. Promising significant efficiency gains and 768 GB memory support, these chips aim to chal...

David Odejide, 27 Oct 2025 19:50

Dreamegg’s Sunrise 1+ alarm clock (pictured) has various upgrades over the original. (Image source: Dreamegg)

Dreamegg announces new upgraded sunrise alarm clock with app

The Dreamegg Sunrise 1+ alarm clock and sound machine is now available in the US and the UK. This is an upgraded version of the original Sunrise 1, with improvements including more light modes and relaxing sound effects. Plus, the...

Polly Allcock, 27 Oct 2025 19:43

Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 3 (model 15Q8X10) is available in the Luna Grey colorway (Image source: Benjamin Herzig / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 with Snapdragon X chipset and touchscreen drops below $450

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 might be a great choice for people looking for a budget laptop with a touch-capable display. It comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon X SoC, 16 GB of soldered RAM, and a 256 GB SSD (that's thankfully ...

Tudor Cibean, 27 Oct 2025 19:40

Some Garmin smartwatch users were not getting vibrations for notifications after a recent app update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin users flag notifications issue after new Connect app update

After a recent update for the Garmin Connect app for Android, some users no longer feel a vibration when smart notifications arrived. This unannounced change left many owners of Garmin smartwatches venting their frustration on the...

Polly Allcock, 27 Oct 2025 19:38

Amazfit’s Active 2 (Square) smartwatch (pictured) is receiving an update. (Image source: Amazfit)

More Amazfit smartwatch users get heart rate enhancement and new running metrics in update

Another Amazfit smartwatch is currently receiving an update. Like other recent releases, software version 3.5.10.3 brings a heart rate related improvement to this wearable, as well as advanced running metrics and a few new sports ...

Polly Allcock, 27 Oct 2025 19:34

Dell could release the first Alienware gaming laptop with an ARM chip in 2026. (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Dell Alienware gaming laptop with Nvidia N1X APU reportedly coming in 2026

Nvidia N1X was reportedly delayed to 2026. Thanks to Moore's Law Is Dead, we now know when the actual release date of the Nvidia N1X ARM APU might fall. Per the leaker, consumers can expect the Nvidia N1X and Nvidia N1 in Q2 2026

Fawad Murtaza, 27 Oct 2025 19:31

Minisforum finishes the M1-1295 in a simple silver housing that measures 195 x 193 x 51.9 mm and weighs 1.12 kg. (Image source: Minisforum)

M1-1295: Minisforum updates powerful mini-PC with new cheaper model

Minisforum has updated its M1-1295 mini-PC with a cheaper variant. Still equipped with a powerful Intel processor to rival the CPU performance of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, the Minisforum M1-1295 can now be picked up with a $329 s...

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2025 19:27

The user 3D printed the enclosure (pictured) themselves over multiple iterations. (Image source: u/C4pt41nUn1c0rn via r/framework)

Framework user builds a 3D-printed console-style PC using a laptop motherboard and 7900 XTX GPU

A Framework user built a great-looking custom gaming console from a 13-inch mainboard, Oculink eGPU, and 3D-printed case. It's a great representation of how modular DIY design and active cooling can turn mystery parts into a power...

Anubhav Sharma, 27 Oct 2025 18:23

The successor to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro is expected to receive at least two camera upgrades. (Image source: Nick Cozier)

Rumor: iPhone 20 Pro will get Apple camera sensor for the first time, iPhone 18 Pro will get two camera upgrades

According to the latest rumors, Apple is planning at least two significant camera upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro (Max). The anniversary iPhone in 2027 will also be particularly exciting, as it is expected to be equipped with a cam...

Hannes Brecher, 27 Oct 2025 18:18

The powerful Anker Solix F3000 power station is available at a significant discount for launch. (Image source: Anker Solix)

Anker Solix F3000: Powerful 3 kWh, 3,600 W solar generator launches with $1,100 discount

Anker Solix has launched the F3000, a powerful power station with a massive discount of $1,100. The solar generator offers 3 kWh and 3,600 W of continuous power, but can be expanded to 12 kWh.

Marcus Schwarten, 27 Oct 2025 18:17

Porsche reported a 99% drop in profits in the third quarter of 2025. (Image source: Porsche)

Strategy change hits hard: Porsche reports historic 99% drop in profits

Porsche reported a 99% drop in profits in the third quarter of 2025. Operating profit fell to just €40 million. The main reason for this was the expensive strategic shift toward electromobility, which involved billions in special ...

Marius Müller, 27 Oct 2025 18:16

Lightweight metal chassis, 165 Hz refresh rate and pen support: The 326 gram Xiaomi Pad Mini. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Better than the Apple iPad Mini but currently hard to find: Verdict on the Xiaomi Pad Mini

Xiaomi's 8.8-inch Pad Mini is suitable for anyone looking for a compact, modern, and powerful tablet. In our tests, the Pad Mini even surpasses competitors such as the Apple iPad Mini. However, the Xiaomi tablet isn't easy to get ...

Manuel Masiero, 27 Oct 2025 18:14

Orico's next release bears more than a passing resemblance with the Apple Mac Pro. (Image source: Orico)

Orico reveals launch plans for mysterious new Apple Mac Pro lookalike

Orico has outlined plans to release a new product at the start of November. A dead ringer for the Apple Mac Pro, the mysterious device could well be a tower PC case or a new NAS solution of some kind.

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2025 18:05

Image from the game Assassin's Creed Unity. (Image source: Epic Games)

Assassin's Creed Unity looks incredible with an RTX 5090 and ultra graphics

Released over ten years ago, Assassin's Creed Unity still hasn't been remastered. And in the meantime, Digital Dreams has made it look better than ever with an RTX 5090 and various mods.

Alexis Stegmann, 27 Oct 2025 17:40

Battlefield 6 battle royale mode official reveal. (Image source: Battlefield on YouTube, screenshot)

Battlefield 6 free-to-play battle royale is finally here, almost

EA has shared the release date for the battle royale mode in Battlefield 6. This will be a free to play mode that will not require purchasing the base game and will bring some interesting additions to the standard game mode.

Vineet Washington, 27 Oct 2025 17:38

The DJI Neo 2 is already in the hands of some testers. (Image source: DroneXL & Jasper Ellens)

DJI Neo 2 rears its head in new hands-on leaks with upgrades shown over Neo compact drone

DJI is days away from launching the Neo 2 in its home market. In the meantime, hands-on photos highlighting key differences between the original Neo and the Neo 2 before the latter's official release.

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2025 17:20

The OneXFly Apex playing Black Myth: Wukong at 1080p with an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 APU. (Image source: One-Netbook)

OneXPlayer OneXFly Apex to launch as first liquid-cooled gaming handheld with AMD Strix Halo and up to 128 GB RAM

OneXPlayer has finally revealed the OneXFly Apex across a series of videos. Ahead of a full global launch event, the company has showcased the strength of its new gaming handheld in triple-A games, which will be backed by a powerf...

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2025 17:12

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