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The Redmi Turbo 5 series is around the corner, and right ahead of the Chinese launch, Xiaomi has revealed more about the non-Max smartphone. This affordable phone with Dimensity 8500 is now confirmed to feature a large battery, a bright display, and fast reverse charging.

The Khadas Mind Pro was officially introduced at CES 2026 as a new Intel Panther Lake mini PC. It packs the Core Ultra X7 358H, which has the top-end Arc B390 iGPU. The pre-order price is $1,799, $200 off the retail price.

The studio remained unaffected by the recent NetEase layoffs; the fate of its Star Wars project remains unknown as the MOBA's release date looms closer.

A dev announcement stated that the game was still available on itch.io but temporarily unavailable on Steam.

The Core Ultra X7 demands just a fraction of the power of gaming laptops powered by GeForce RTX 3050 or RTX 4050 graphics while coming quite close in terms of performance when playing select titles.

Halcyon Days at Taoyuan launched on Steam Jan 20, 2026, and it’s already built a solid following with a 2,466-player peak. It’s sitting at a "Very Positive" 86% rating. Players love the deep dive into Chinese folklore, even if the text is a bit of a nightmare to read on a Steam Deck.

The title, the 3rd in its series, follows the critically acclaimed second installment of the game, which was also awarded Game of the Year in 2014.

Along the Edge is 100% off on Steam until January 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM PT, saving players the usual $13.99 entry cost. The choice-heavy visual novel holds an 89% rating from 400+ reivews and features 60 distinct endings, plus over 38 character appearance evolutions.

Samsung is demonstrating one of the most exciting new features of the Galaxy S26 Ultra in advance by showcasing three practical use cases. Samsung also explains how the "privacy display" can be personalized.

Huawei has partnered with the Japanese company Honma to develop a new variant of the Huawei Watch GT 6 Pro, which sports both design adjustments and new features. The smartwatch still features a titanium case, ECG feature and 21-day battery life.

The Samsung Galaxy A series is one of the most popular mid-range smartphone series on the planet. Purportedly official product pictures now show the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57, their triple-camera setup, flat frame and Key Island before their official debut.

After the app debacle, Sonos has not announced a new product for over a year. That changes today with the brand-new Sonos Amp Multi, which is a streaming amplifier that can power up to 24 speakers at the same time.

Sennheiser has released two USB-C headphones for users who want to save the earth by eliminating difficult-to-recycle lithium batteries. Both are tuned with a U-shaped response that emphasizes the bass in music and come with in-line mics.

Resident Evil Requiem may prelude an onslaught of frightful remakes invading the Switch 2. A reliable leaker believes that non-cloud versions of Resident Evil 2-4 will debut in 2026. Enhanced Switch 2 specs allow more Capcom games to run on the Nintendo handheld without compromises.

Two Casio Edifice EFB-730 watches are now available at the brand’s online store in the US. Already released in Europe, the EFB730D-2BV and the EFB730D-3AV have silver colored metal casing and straps, with colorful dials. Features of these analog watches include triple indicator dials and a basic date display.

Lenovo's ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 is a sleek and powerful multimedia laptop, which does not use professional graphics cards. The problem is that most customers simply do not recognize the new model name.

Intel Panther Lake-powered laptops are promised to be faster machines with longer battery life and capable of AAA gaming in Full HD at medium to high settings. And judging from the all-new Asus Zenbook Duo 2026, that is pretty much what is on the menu for new laptops, betting on Intel's latest, mainstream flagship CPU.

Some Amazfit smartwatch users are receiving a refreshed version of the Zepp smartphone app. Alongside the tweaked design, there is a new feature designed to motivate you to reach new fitness goals. However, it is unclear when this functionality will be available for all users of Amazfit wearables.

The Strava and Komoot apps for Apple Watch were recently updated. In both cases, these releases bring a range of new features, including navigation tools and support for offline maps. However, while the latter is available for all users of one app, it is only offered to subscribers for the other.

The Apex 16 Max and the Pro 16 from the German manufacturer XMG are two very similar laptops with the fastest version of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. But which of the two processors - AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX or Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - is a better partner for the GPU?

Even light bulbs from 1879 produced graphene, as researchers at Rice University show. What requires complex processes today likely happened incidentally in the 19th century inside the hot glass bulbs of the first lamps.

Facing soaring memory prices, some buyers are looking to last-gen hardware for relief. Unfortunately, as a new report documents, DDR4 costs are surging even faster than DDR5 RAM. The situation is unlikely to improve, since contract prices with manufacturers don’t align with market value.

Blizzard Entertainment is kicking off 2026 with a large wave of announcements. To mark the company's 35th anniversary, the games developer and publisher, which is part of the Microsoft division, is organizing a series of "showcase" events in the coming weeks. Starting at the end of January, the teams from World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Hearthstone and Diablo will provide a detailed overview of plans and updates for the current year in various live streams.

The global Xiaomi 17 launch is fast approaching and will see the addition of a new Xiaomi 17 color option that is not yet available in China, as a leaker has just revealed. He also reveals the colors and all storage options planned for Europe for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra.

Expeditions: Rome is a turn-based RPG that immerses you in Ancient Rome. You will have to win battles in Greece, Gaul, and North Africa and improve your skills. But your choices will have consequences, and you'll be able to choose your own destiny.

The next major Android update will be released in just a few months time. The most extensive leak to date provides a first look at Google's next-generation smartphone operating system, which apparently features a modernized look in many respects.

The Intel Panther Lake APUs are here, and they are looking quite good. From multi-core performance to power efficiency, Panther Lake APUs like the Core Ultra X9 388H have a lot going for them. However, the Core Ultra X9 388H and its Arc B390 iGPU is particularly impressive at low TDP ranges.

Lenovo has started selling a new 15-inch gaming laptop with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU and 32 GB RAM. Also featuring a 180 Hz display, the LOQ 15APH11 has reached Europe months before Lenovo is due to release it in the US.

The Shelly Dimmer Gen4 is now available in the US. The smart home product is designed to allow the user to turn a regular light into a smart light, which can be controlled via an app or with voice commands. Already available in Europe, this is a compact gadget with support for the Matter smart home protocol.

Asus has confirmed US pricing for its first 14-inch gaming laptop powered by AMD's Strix Halo architecture. While 48 GB of VRAM will be assignable in Europe, China, and Japan thanks to a 64 GB of RAM variant, Asus will restrict gamers to 32 GB RAM when purchasing the TUF Gaming A14 FA401EA in the US.

Sixteen years ago today Steve Jobs introduced the original iPad, Apple’s first tablet stands as the product that quietly reshaped personal computing. What began as a bold experiment between smartphones and laptops, went on to create a new product category and became one of Apple’s key platforms.

AOC has released a new 4K Mini LED gaming monitor. Equipped with 2,304 local dimming zones, the new monitor delivers 1,600 nits in HDR mode and 600 nits when viewing SDR content. The Agon AG275UXM2 is not shy of modern ports, either.

Asus has confirmed plans to launch a new 4K OLED gaming monitor. Set to receive a global launch too, the new ROG Strix example also delivers a 240 Hz refresh rate with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync compatibility too. The ROG Strix OLED XG32UQDMS should reach some markets within the next few months.

The Acer Predator X27U A1 is a 27-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor with a 2560 × 1440 resolution, a listed 280 Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support. It also carries VESA DisplayHDR True Black certification and has received mixed customer feedback.

Starlink is starting to push users towards more expensive basic plan tiers. After nixing the $40 Residential option coming with a Standard Kit, it's now time for the most basic Mini dish plan to go.

The Shelly BLU H&T ZB sensor can now be purchased at the brand’s online store in the US. Already available in Europe, this smart temperature and humidity sensor could be used in your home or in a greenhouse. Features of this battery-powered product include two connectivity options and remote controls via the company’s smartphone app.

Network operators can locate smartphones relatively precisely via the mobile network without having to access the location data or the GPS module of the respective smartphone. Apple now intends to prevent precise location tracking via network operators, but this will only work with selected iPhones and networks.

The GMKtec K12 mini PC with 32 GB DDR5 memory and 1 TB storage is now available with a sizeable $140 discount on Amazon. With a decently capable 8-core Ryzen 7 H 255 APU, OCuLink support, and plenty of ports, the mini PC should be a great fit for folks with moderately intensive workloads.

Windows 11’s KB5074109 January 2026 update is causing FPS drops and instability on some Nvidia GeForce gaming PCs, forcing players to choose between performance and security.

Cerakey has officially announced its latest product, the Peak60, which is a new case for the Wooting 60HE, 60HE V2, and all other GH60 PCBs. The 60% keyboard case is kiln-fired ceramic, and it will be available in three different colourways and finishes, with a 30% launch discount.

If you want to buy a notebook, you should know that CPUs offer very different performance values depending on the TDP limit. Our review of the new high-end phone from Xiaomi with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 indicates that there could be also differences in performance between smartphones due to different power consumption limits.

Garmin updated one of its high-end smartwatches earlier this month with a new version. Now, the company has already discounted its recent release. Older styles can be picked up for even heavier discounts, though.

Casio’s next Pro Trek has surfaced early, and it’s a sharp departure from the brand’s usual round designs. The PRG-69 pairs a dual-layer LCD with an angular case and Casio’s familiar Triple Sensor tech.

Console owners could see the selection of new Xbox games start to dwindle. 1348 Ex Voto and Nickelodeon Splat Pack will not have Xbox Series X|S versions as expected. Declining sales, price increases, and fewer exclusives are incentives for publishers to focus on the PS5 and Switch handhelds.

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is set to launch on January 29, 2026, in China. Right ahead of the official unveiling, Xiaomi has shared more teasers for the upper mid-range phone, which have confirmed more key specs.

According to Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Xiaomi 17 Max will feature a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPE main sensor measuring 1/1.4 inches, paired with a 50MP Sony IMX8-series periscope telephoto sensor of 1/1.953 inches.

Huawei has officially unveiled the Nova 14i smartphone in Hong Kong. The company’s new entry-level smartphone comes with a 90 Hz LCD display, a 50 MP main camera, a Snapdragon 680 chipset, and a 7,000 mAh battery with 22.5 W charging support.

A leaker has announced one of Epic Games' next free game giveaways. Typically a secret until launch day, the game will not be available to claim for free for too long.

The WWE 2K series sticks to a yearly release cycle, and fans have been waiting to see when the next entry will arrive. If a new leak is accurate, the wait for WWE 2K26 may be over soon.

After Nothing recently confirmed that a new smartphone would be launched at a higher price in the first quarter of 2026, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has appeared in an EU certification, confirming some details about its features in advance.