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The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D has shown up on Geekbench. One listing suggests it boosts at 5.4 GHz, while another states it can go as high as 5.6 GHz.

Casio’s new G‑Shock x Maison Kitsuné GA‑2110MK‑5A collab has bright orange fox‑themed detailing, analog‑digital features, 200m water resistance and world time in a slim resin case, launching in the UK for £159 with wider availability still unclear.

Garmin has delivered a new update for many of its older high-end smartwatches. Preceding a future stable update, a catch currently exists that beta testers should be aware of before attempting to install the new firmware.

Motorola has given its ultra-thin Edge 70 smartphone the Swarovski treatment. Adorned with Swarovski crystals, the new Cloud Dancer variant is also a celebration of Pantone's Colour of the Year 2026.

Power Fantasy has officially launched on Steam as a free-to-play top-down action shooter with roguelite elements. Featuring multiple heroes, fast combat, and a progression system built on repeatable runs, the game offers high replay value at no cost to try.

IKEA has released the Gömpyssling, a new LED light with a built-in sensor, in various European countries. This product could be used to automatically illuminate a space when motion is detected. The battery-powered Gömpyssling is sold at a relatively low price as a pack of two.

Linus Torvalds, creator of the Linux operating system, shared his thoughts on the future of open source software in an interview with Linus Tech Tips. When asked about measuring a programmer’s productivity by the number of lines of code they write, Torvalds did not hold back, calling such metrics “simply incompetent.”

For a limited time, Casio has slashed the price of its classic Edifice EFB-109D-2AV analog watch on Amazon. The analog watch features a striking blue dial complemented by a sapphire crystal and a round stainless steel case. Plus, it offers 3 years of battery life and 100 meters (10 bar) of water resistance.

The OnePlus 15R has been seen flexing its muscles on Geekbench before its impending global release. Putting the OnePlus 13R to shame in single-core and multi-core workloads, the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 even helps the OnePlus 15R outperform the OnePlus 13 in some capacity.

Megabonk became one of the year’s biggest surprise hits thanks to its bold mix of Survivors-style gameplay and a third-person perspective. It is currently 20% off on Steam, making it more affordable than ever. The deal runs until December 17.

Casio is selling two new Vintage watches in Europe: the A158WEM-3 and the A158WEM-7. Both versions feature a fine mesh band, made from stainless steel, with an adjustable clasp. Plus, these digital watches have tools like a stopwatch, a daily alarm and an LED backlight.

With Android 16 QPR2, Google is bringing back a feature that lets Pixel phones be unlocked even when the screen is off. This removes the need to wake the display first, making the process quicker and more convenient. The feature is available starting with the Pixel 7 and needs to be enabled manually after the update.

Xiaomi has released the Xiaomi TV A Pro 2026 32 in Europe and other markets with Google TV and Google Assistant built in. Equipped with a QLED panel that supports HDR10 and HLG formats, the new 32-inch Smart TV also offers Dolby Audio, DTS-X, and DTS-Virtual audio processing with dual-band Wi-Fi and Ethernet for just €229 (~$267) in Europe.

The Xiaomi Magnetic Power Bank 10000 with Built-in Stand has been released in two European countries and is on the way to more. This new portable accessory can be used to charge up to three devices simultaneously. Features include a wireless charging pad, an integrated cable and a digital display.

A major retailer has detailed the Redmi Note 15 Pro 4G before its global release. Revealing all of Xiaomi's secrets ahead of time, the listing showcases not only specifications and pricing but also what Xiaomi's next mid-range smartphone looks like.

The new IKEA smart home sensors, bulbs and remote controls are now available at the brand’s online stores in two more European countries. All of these products work with the IKEA Dirigera hub and support the Matter smart home protocol. The range includes a motion sensor, spotlight bulbs and a scroll wheel remote.

Boasting 24-bit DAC, a powerful 1,150 mW headphone amplifier and a balanced 4.4 mm headphone jack, FiiO's latest CD player is designed to deliver true hi-fi sound on the go. Further features include Bluetooth, USB-C and a desktop mode.

A colorful and well-equipped e-reader is now available in a new model, with considerable upgrades that may make it a worthwhile purchase for some.

Nitecore is expanding its range of flashlights with MCT (Multi-Color Tuning), which allows the user to select different shades of white light on the new EDC09. The flashlight also features an adjustable head, making it easier to position the light in a chest pocket, for example.

The Apple AirTag can be tracked worldwide via Apple's "Find My" network and has a battery life of approximately one year. The Elevation Lab TimeCapsule replaces the AirTag's coin cell battery with two AAA batteries, which are expected to provide a battery life of five years.

The next version of PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) reportedly brings major image quality enhancements without consuming additional resources. In fact, Moore's Law Is Dead claims that PSSR2 aims to reduce resource usage like GPU time and memory.

Octopath Traveler 0 brings the series’ HD-2D JRPG formula to PC with a darker prequel story, eight-character battles, and a custom protagonist system, launching on Steam alongside consoles with a lengthy, combat-driven campaign.

The Hubble Space Telescope recently captured an incredible image of comet 3I/ATLAS, while it was located 228 million kilometers from Earth. And that's not all, as NASA has planned further observations in the near future.

The ESA/Webb Picture of the Month is a region where two dwarf galaxies (NGC 4490 and NGC 4485) appear to be in a gravitational dance. Webb’s observation of these galaxies is providing insight into how dwarf galaxies interact.

Clocks on Mars are about 477 microseconds faster than their counterparts on Earth. While the difference appears small, it has implications for future exploration plans.

A new leak now claims Xiaomi already has a direct successor to the Xiaomi 15S Pro in the works. This device is expected to debut next year and will likely arrive featuring Xiaomi's second-gen in-house flagship chipset, XRing O2.

A Facebook user traded in a 192 GB Corsair Vengeance RAM kit for an RTX 5070 Ti. With the current state of RAM prices, many people are calling it a horrible exchange, although the buyer isn't too perturbed.

Researchers at the East China University of Science and Technology have developed a bio-inspired, gel-based device that uses milk proteins to accurately measure spiciness, potentially giving humanoid robots a sense of taste.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D has shown up online in a shipping manifest. It has the same TDP as the Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

The Centerpiece promised to revolutionise gaming keyboards, using Hall effect tech and transparent keycaps to put a flashy display right under your fingertips for ultimate customisation, however, the gaming keyboard was marred with controversy thanks to repeated delays and a frustrating lack of communication. Now, however, it has finally started to ship to its buyers a year after launch.

An updated PS5 Slim Digital ships with reduced storage capacity but may also generate less noise. A hardware modder discovered that the console is quieter than previous models. With the European system, Sony relies on different PS5 fans and a more efficient cooling configuration.

Lenovo's ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 is an affordable and compact office laptop, which is available with Intel as well as AMD processors. But while the manufacturer uses the latest Intel chips, AMD customers only get outdated Zen 4 models.

The Ubiquiti UniFi 5G Max and UniFi 5G Max Outdoor are two 5G modems that can be easily integrated into a UniFi network. Thanks to dual-SIM support, redundancy is also possible.

The Framework Laptop 13 has a replaceable mainboard, which means that the processor can be easily upgraded after purchase. While Framework itself only offers Intel and AMD CPUs, a mainboard with a high-performance ARM processor from a third-party manufacturer has now launched.

Ubiquiti has announced a new WiFi router that is quite advanced from a technical perspective. It utilizes three WiFi bands, sports a 5G cellular module for SIM and eSIM, and even has local storage for UniFi apps.

Recently, when Microsoft contacts gamers, it’s often about products and services becoming more expensive. In this case, lucky individuals are being sent free Xbox gift card codes. The company has made a series of scrutinized decisions to raise the price of Xbox consoles and Game Pass.

The Asus TUF A14, the Lenovo Legion 5, Asus TUF A18, and the MSI Stealth 18 are the lightest options in their respective sizes, and despite their relatively low weight, all are very, very capable gaming laptops. We took them for a spin to see how they handle in modern AAA games. (Advertising)

Amazon has dropped the price of the Apple AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation to their lowest price ever after a substantial 45 percent discount off the MSRP of $179. The AirPods 4 do not go inside the ear canal, providing a more comfortable fit.

The newest special edition variant of Keychron's K2 HE wireless gaming keyboard features a case made of solid walnut and a steep price increase. The K2 HE All-Wood Special Edition features all the same trappings that make it a popular recommendation for gamers looking for a wireless keyboard with Hall effect switches.

Ever since the launch of Spotify Wrapped, app year-in-reviews have become an staple of the turn of the year. Garmin is now jumping on this trend, but Garmin Rundown is only available with a paid subscription, which has users upset.

The brand new Realme P4x 5G offers a particularly large 7,000 mAh battery, a 144 Hz display and a Dimensity 7400 Ultra for the equivalent of less than $175. The mid-range smartphone will first be launched in India, but the P series is usually also available in Europe.

The Homey Pro Mini is now officially available in Europe. This slightly streamlined smart home hub still offers extensive networking options with Matter, Thread and Zigbee, and can also be expanded via the Homey Bridge if needed.

The Casio G-Shock Modern Industrial series watches are now available at the brand’s online store in the US. The GM2100BM-1A, the GM2100M-1A, the GM5600BM-1, and the GM5600M-1 each feature a textured metal bezel, with a resin strap featuring a similar pattern.

The next game in the Tomb Raider franchise is still very mysterious. But some information has recently been revealed, and it seems that the series and this new game will be linked.

The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 is a great laptop for content creators and professionals. Despite its relatively old hardware, the RTX 4080-, Core i7 13800H-equipped laptop packs quite a punch, and also boasts a beautiful 4K OLED display with 99.8% coverage of the DCI-P3 gamut.

Like the last year, Epic Games Store is holding the mystery games giveaway event during the 2025 holiday season. It's starting on the same day as when The Game Awards is happening, and it seems that the first freebie will be an award winner.

The Garmin Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches are receiving new beta updates. These follow a stable release, launched in November 2025, which brought a broad range of features and improvements. With these latest updates, users of these smartwatches get bug fixes and minor improvements.

Amazfit has released another update for the Helio Strap. Software version 3.7.0.1 brings a range of new workout modes to this wearable. Plus, the update is also said to make it faster to start your favourite workouts, and bring increased accuracy for the activity detection functionality.

While the Tesla Semi achieved impressive 1.72 kWh per mile efficiency with full load, it still needs a massive and expensive battery to hit the advertised range. An inductive charging test at highway speeds demonstrates a potential for lowering the cost of said heavy-duty truck battery.

The Zotac ZBox Magnus One SFF gaming desktop has now gone on sale in China, priced at roughly $3,000 for the variant without any memory or storage. Powered by the RTX 5070 Ti gaming GPU and 20-core Core Ultra 7 265 CPU, the Magnus One should delight high-performance SFF PC enthusiasts.