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The Poco F8 Pro delivers an impressive performance in terms of power, battery life and sound, but also shows significant improvements in its camera. However, it is not without its critics. We have summarised the review again.

The Aoostar AG03 has been formally introduced in China. It's a step-up from the predecessor, featuring USB4 v2 ports that can offer 80 Gbps bandwidth. This Thunderbolt 5 eGPU also comes with an OCuLink port and has a built-in PSU.

The Ugreen Nexode 65-watt GaN charger is a compact and capable fast-charger with multiple ports. The product has witnessed a major discount yet again, dropping its price to just $22.77 for a limited time on Amazon.

The eighth mystery free game is now live on Epic Games Store, and as previously speculated, it's a repeat. There are no obvious hints about the Christmas freebie, but per Epic's giveaway pattern, it could very well be a AAA hit.

The cheapest option may not necessarily be the best one. While the RTX 5050 SKU runs a bit cooler, the small cost savings arguably don't justify the much larger performance advantages that the RTX 5060 option brings.

Those on the hunt for a well-equipped OLED gaming monitor will almost certainly have Asus' ROG lineup of monitors on their radar. The high-end PG32UCDM OLED gaming monitor stands tall as an excellent offering, now available with an impressive 32% discount on Amazon.

Homebrew developer Marc Max is reviving the 1991 Game Boy title Ninja Gaiden Shadow with an unofficial DX upgrade that adds full color, performance tweaks, and quality-of-life improvements for modern hardware like the Analogue Pocket.

Airs Adventure, a little-known 1996 Sega Saturn JRPG, is now fully playable in English thanks to a new fan-made translation patch led by Saturn hacker Hitomi2500. While never a critical darling, this quirky, light-hearted RPG, long locked to Japan, can finally reach a global audience of retro enthusiasts willing to embrace its “so bad it’s good” charm.

The Brook Wingman FGC VX allows PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 users to connect and use third-party controllers with their consoles. The ultra-low-latency converter can also adapt console controllers for use with PC desktops and laptops.

IdleOn is a free-to-play 2D idle MMORPG where you manage a whole roster of characters that progress even while offline, stacking deep skilling, crafting and automation systems with light MMO social features and optional microtransactions.

An insider report claims that a top-tier PC company visited all three major RAM suppliers and reached agreements to lock in supply for its PCs.

A Garmin system may have saved lives. Specifically, an aircraft equipped with such a system was not only able to land automatically but also took over communication with ATC.

Two NATO states have published intelligence reports that describe a new weapon against Elon Musk's Starlink satellites. This system is intended to release clouds of shrapnel (high density pellets) in orbit. In an emergency, this would jeopardize all types space travel.

The GH9 is a relatively compact mini PC with a fairly unusual design and a powerful Intel processor. Fast wired and wireless network connections are supported as well.

CD Projekt Red is intent on launching the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel with multiplayer. A new report from a Polish investment bank reveals how this decision has influenced its release date. Also known as Cyberpunk 2 or Project Orion, the studio is adding more employees to support the undertaking.

Clean water is arguably one of the most meaningful upgrades for all households, which is why Waterdrop Filter’s latest filtration systems combine advanced purification, everyday convenience and long-term health benefits. From under-sink solutions to flexible countertop designs, these products are thoughtful gift choices for this Christmas season.

OnePlus introduced the Pad Go 2 tablet in the third week of December globally. Now, the brand’s new tablet is available for purchase in the US, UK, India, and Europe via OnePlus’ official website. It features a 120 Hz LCD display, a MediaTek Dimensity 7300-Ultra processor, and a 10,050 mAh battery with 33 W wired charging.

DDR4 memory is making a comeback, prompting Samsung to keep production of the chips alive. The company has committed to supplying a customer with the components at a fixed price. Even so, buyers seeking refuge from outrageous DDR5 RAM prices shouldn’t expect dramatic savings.

SNK’s 40th Anniversary Collection is free on the Stove store for a limited time. The 24-game arcade bundle, which is usually priced at $29.99, can be claimed at $0 and played through the Stove PC launcher after adding it to your library.

Epic Games has now revealed its final pre-Christmas game giveaway. A triple-A title that occasionally sells for as much as $59.99, today's freebie maintains mixed reviews from critics and fans alike. Not only that, but The Callisto Protocol has been free to claim before on the Epic Games Store too.

Indie mega-hit Metroidvania sequel Silksong gets a clean, cross-platform sale with one glaring exception.

The unprecedented memory chip shortage isn't going to end anytime soon, but that doesn't mean DDR5 RAM sticks couldn't be cheaper than they are currently selling for. Modders are now seeing the DIY method as somewhat of a viable approach.

While most Aspen homeowners were waking up to fresh snowfall, Yarbo was quietly demonstrating a different kind of winter morning at the Aspen Winter Pop-up, one in which the driveway clears itself.

The refreshed Lenovo ThinkVision S25-4e has been introduced in China, and the new version looks quite impressive for the launch price. This monitor features a 24.5-inch IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and FHD resolution.

The Poco F8 Ultra proved to be an excellent smartphone in our review, impressing in many areas with its high-end specifications, but it also showed a few weaknesses and gaps in features compared to its more expensive competitors.

The $19 billion in spectrum purchase that will allow Starlink to offer 5G Internet service when its V3 satellites are in orbit is bringing other perks. EchoStar, the parent company of satellite TV provider Dish, is now benefitting from the partnership with SpaceX.

With its bold ideas, immersive sci-fi setting and impressively polished technology, ARC Raiders has emerged as one of this year’s standout shooters. For the first time, the game is available at a reduced price as part of the Steam Winter Sale. A 20% discount brings it down to around $32 until January 5.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra will come with a Leica-enhanced camera setup, and the company is taking this partnership to the next step by introducing a special edition for the camera flagship. This special Leica edition will come with a physical zoom ring.

Amazon Luna has expanded the December 2025 free games lineup again. This time, the new additions came ahead of the regular schedule, and both of them are critically acclaimed titles: Fallout and Fallout 2.

Known-leaker Ice Universe has revealed the screen sizes and aspect ratios of the Apple iPhone Fold and the Samsung Wide Fold. Both phones appear remarkably similar at first glance. However, upon closer inspection, a major design difference starts to appear between the two foldable phones.

Guild Wars: Reforged modernizes the 2005 MMO classic with an official Steam launch, Deck Verified status, controller support and multiple QoL upgrades. It bundles all campaigns into a no-sub $20 package, if you like tactical, build-driven instanced play.

The eighth mystery free game will go live on Christmas Eve, and while Epic Games Store didn't offer any concrete hints, there's a chance that it will be a popular indie title. Looking back at the giveaway history, it could be a repeated freebie as well.

Phreeli, a new privacy-focused MVNO, has just launched and promises the utmost respect for users' privacy. With names, addresses, and emails optional, this network's sign-up requirements are in stark contrast to the current industry standard.

A writer for a French website is urging gamers to keep all PlayStation Network details private. An ID number was all a hacker needed to log in twice to the journalist’s account. Even with 2FA active, PSN support requires minimal information to grant strangers access.

The Void Phone VX1 relies on Linux rather than Android and supposedly protects user data all while offering more flexible options in terms of software customization. However, buyers have to live with entry-level smartphone hardware.

Early details about a new DJI Osmo accessory have leaked online. A wireless remote control, the DJI Osmo FrameTap appears to be tied to the forthcoming Osmo Pocket 4, as well as the rumoured Osmo Pocket 4 Pro vlogging camera.

The long-awaited Sony WF-1000XM6 has reappeared before the end of the year in a new leak. This time, a retailer has hinted at availability and launch colour options ahead of schedule.

A source has offered up launch details relating to the rumoured DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro vlogging camera. Contrary to previous suggestions, DJI's dual-camera-wielding vlogging device could arrive months after the regular Osmo Pocket 4.

The Apple iPhone Fold could become an interesting option for fans of compact smartphones, as a comparison with 3D-printed dummy shows how Apple's first iPhone with a foldable display might compare to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and conventional foldables.

The popular Asus ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM is apparently getting a successor in just a few days time, as Asus accidentally revealed the PG32UCDM3 in advance. The flagship gaming monitor is set to receive several significant upgrades.

The Kickstarter campaign for the Abxylute M4 Snap-On mobile controller is now over. For reaching the $300,000 milestone, the controller is now available in a sixth color. Abxylute has also moved pre-orders to its website, albeit for a slightly higher price.

Final Fantasy 9 will return in 2028, but not in the form some fans had been expecting. A French company has revived The Black Mages' Legacy anime following the previous studio's bankruptcy. Square Enix has also teased gamers with merchandise, but refuses to acknowledge the Final Fantasy 9 remake.

With the Odyssey G6 (G60H), Samsung is about to launch one of the fastest gaming monitors in the world, as the screen offers a refresh rate of up to 1,040 Hz, although only at a very low resolution. Samsung has also introduced a new 32-inch 4K OLED monitor.

With the Odyssey G90XH, Samsung has unveiled one of the most unusual gaming monitors in the world. The screen features full 6K resolution at a refresh rate of 165Hz, but it can also display content in 3D without glasses.

While Apple has apparently abandoned the market for dedicated music players and retired the iPod brand, Innioasis has copied the design of the Apple iPod Classic including the click whee with an affordable music player that sports modern features like USB-C and Bluetooth.

Prototype is an open-world action game in which you will have to discover the mysteries surrounding your past. And this, notably thanks to the extraordinary abilities that you will unlock during your adventure.

Hideo Kojima’s latest self-interview for Wired’s Tech Support series offers a sharp critique of risk‑averse AAA game design, a warning about AI dulling the creative spark, and a renewed defense of deeply personal, auteur‑driven worlds. He also teases Physint as a boundary‑blurring “game‑film” hybrid, signaling a future where cinema and interactive storytelling increasingly converge.

Microsoft is reshaping its Xbox strategy around cloud and cross-platform gaming while denying reports that it is enforcing a 30% profit margin target on the division. Amid steep hardware sales declines, significant project cancellations, and widespread layoffs, the company is doubling down on subscriptions and broader device access as it distances itself from Bloomberg’s claims of a 30% margin minimum in play for the division.

The Ruko U11MINI 4K offers a seamless flying experience thanks to the new RC3 touchscreen controller that completely eliminates the need for a smartphone. This ultra-portable, travel-ready drone also combines stabilized 4K video capabilities with an impressive 64-minute total flight time to make high-quality photography more accessible.

This 2D RPG takes place in a cyberpunk world and combines elements of sidescrolling, platforming and hacking with classic role-playing features. Dex gives players a lot of freedom and is currently on sale on Steam for just $1.19 thanks to a 94% discount.