Latest Tech News

EA CEO Andrew Wilson received $38.6 million in fiscal 2026 compensation (305 times the median employee’s pay) as the company laid off staff across several Battlefield studios. An SEC filing also details his personal access to EA’s private jet and a potential exit package worth up to $125 million.

Microsoft’s planned Xbox Series X|S price increases reportedly will not prevent the company from losing roughly $150 per console, as surging memory costs squeeze already-thin hardware margins. The review examines how AI-driven chip demand is pushing prices higher across the gaming industry, reversing the traditional trend of consoles becoming cheaper over time.

A global Xbox Series X|S outage unexpectedly blocked some disc-based games, exposing a flaw in Microsoft’s offline entitlement system. Microsoft called the failure unacceptable and said it is developing a fix to ensure physical games remain accessible during future service disruptions.

Lenovo has finally released its long-awaited Surface Pro alternative. Available internationally, the ThinkPad X13 Detachable Gen 1 comes with Intel Panther Lake processors, a 120 Hz display, optional 5G cellular connectivity and 32 GB of RAM, for the time being.

HP has finally released one of its more budget-oriented consumer laptops with Intel Panther Lake processors. Available in the US, the new OmniBook 5 14 starts at $1,289 but can be configured with up to a 16-core processor, 32 GB of RAM and a 2.8K OLED display combining a 120 Hz refresh with 1,100 nits peak brightness in HDR mode.

Epic Games Store has revealed the next two titles that will be free to claim: Beacon Pines and We Were Here Together. Both games will become available starting August 6, and users will have one week to add them to their libraries.

Samsung has officially acknowledged the Galaxy Tab S12 and Galaxy S26 FE for the first time. The Galaxy Tab S12 was mentioned among the company's premium products scheduled for the second half of 2026, although the exact tablet lineup remains unconfirmed. The Galaxy S26 FE was also confirmed to be in the works.

Subscribers enjoy a steady stream of day one Xbox Game Pass games. Unfortunately, Microsoft may no longer be able to justify cannibalizing its own sales. A Forbes journalist suggests the Fable release date could coincide with the subscription service losing benefits.

SwitchBot has launched the Battery Circulator Fan 2 Pro as the latest model in its portable fan series. The new fan has an improved battery life, Matter support, and an integrated night light.

Developer Ardi Loot found a $30 solution to a $500 HVAC problem and then made it open source. This DIY airflow meter gives pro-level results without the pro-level price tag.

Asus offers a new base model for the ProArt PX13 convertible. For $1899, you get a slower Strix Halo CPU, but still the powerful Radeon 8060S. The compact device also offers a 2.8K OLED screen, 32 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSD.

The Steam Deck LCD replacement battery is finally back in stock on iFixit. However, users might be disappointed to learn that it now costs $50 more than before.

Amazon has added two new free games for Prime members to claim and download through Luna. The lineup includes Zoria: Age of Shattering and Weakless.

The OmniBook X 16 has a vibrant 1200p OLED touch panel, Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite chipset, 24 GB of memory, and a 512 GB SSD. In addition to Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 support, it sports a Full HD webcam with IR and a privacy shutter.

A promotional image is said to show the Huawei Watch GT 7 and the Huawei Watch GT 7 Pro in advance, in a whole range of colors. The next-generation smartwatch could hit the market as early as September.

The extra-bright display improves outdoor visibility without needing to degrade image quality or viewing angles. Maximum brightness is notably brighter than most laptop PCs and even MacBooks.

The incredibly short charging times of BYD's already commercialized Blade 2 battery are being challenged left and right. The goal now is to achieve not just a 10-80% but a full charge in the time it takes to fuel a gas vehicle.

Acer's new Swift Spin 14 AI has landed in the US. Equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite (X2E-78-100) processor and 16GB RAM, the 2-in-1 convertible pairs a 120Hz touchscreen with up to 23 hours of battery life and a bundled stylus for $1,499.99.

The next-generation Amazfit Helio Ring could feature two brand-new sensors, including an ECG capable of detecting common heart rhythm disorders. A patent offers a glimpse into the smart ring features Amazfit is currently working on.

OpenAI has cut pricing across its GPT-5.6 lineup and introduced a new Fast mode for the API. The changes affect Luna and Terra, OpenAI's lower-cost tiers, and come alongside benchmark data comparing Luna's price-performance against models from Google, Anthropic, and other competitors.

Nintendo doesn’t have any exclusive Switch 2 games scheduled for November. Still, new amiibos have emerged, which may share the The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake release date. If the company repeats past launches of the figures, the Zelda title could appear a week before GTA 6.

Leaker Evan Blass has shared what seem to be press renders for the Pixel 11 Pro Fold ahead of the official launch on August 12. The design is quite similar to the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, with seemingly one small change.

Xiaomi is getting serious. At its major Technology Launch Event, CEO Lei Jun unveiled the new SkyNomad N70 Max and N90 Max EREV SUVs. With a range of up to 1,060 miles, a versatile lounge-style interior and prices starting at the equivalent of around $38,000, the tech giant is competing against established brands in the segment.

Octopath Traveler II is currently 60% off on Steam at $23.99 — matching its official two-year low — as part of Square Enix's wider Octopath Traveler franchise sale. The deal runs through August 12, 2026 alongside other franchise discounts and bundles.

Gears of War: E-Day releases on October 6 for Xbox consoles and PC. The multiplayer will bring two classic game modes, with key upgrades, with early access starting August 6.

Wearable fitness trackers have steadily shifted from standalone hardware into subscription platforms. The NOOP project aims to break that model, offering an open-source and offline companion app

Casio is now officially selling its Edifice EFK-200 series automatic watches in India via its official store. The Edifice EFK-200 lineup consists of a total of five models, including the EFK-200XPB-1A, the EFK-200CD-1A, the EFK-200D-2A, the EFK-200D-4A, and the EFK-200DG-5A, and are priced from ₹25,995 (~$272) to ₹39,995 (~$418).

The OneXPlayer 3 has moved from crowdfunding to retail and is now available for pre-order via OneXPlayer’s official store. However, prices have not remained the same.

China's premium brand is taking aim at the luxury segment. The new Zeekr 9X combines up to 885 hp, 900-volt technology, Nvidia chipsets and DC fast charging in 9.5 minutes with a retractable OLED screen. The SUV delivers extreme specifications as an electric vehicle with a range extender (EREV), although the stated range varies by configuration.

Finally, there’s a new sign of life from Ballie, one of Samsung’s most useful robots, which can function as a mobile security camera and a projector, among other things. That’s because images of the accompanying smartphone app have appeared online for the first time.

A new Motorola phone shows what it can do in our testing: Set it up like a tent, hold it like a camcorder, take selfies with the front camera—no problem at all. We’ll tell you what’s possible with the Razr Ultra 2026, also called Razr 70 Ultra.

Hitachi and Toshiba, together with Taiwan High Speed Rail, have officially unveiled Taiwan's new N700ST high-speed trainsets. Based on the Shinkansen N700S, the trains are intended to add urgently needed capacity to the THSR network while also supporting future expansion.

After FCC approval, Valve could launch its latest VR solution at any time. Even so, the Steam Machine and Steam Controller certifications happened many months before they shipped. There are also new doubts about the Steam Frame price, with Qualcomm hiking processor costs.

Lenovo's new Yoga mini PC has received its first discount in the US. The 0.65-liter Mac mini rival debuted at $1,869.99 with Intel's Core Ultra X7 358H and 32GB LPDDR5x RAM, but Best Buy has already knocked $380 off the price.

Rogbid has unveiled the SpinR, a $49.99 rugged-style smartwatch with a 1.7-inch display, an optical scroll wheel for navigation, a 1100 mAh battery, and a metal-front, plastic-back build aimed at the budget segment.

Xiaomi’s next-generation mid-range smartphones are set to hit the global market soon. While the Redmi Note 17 and Redmi Note 17 Pro are expected to be priced higher internationally than in China, a leaked spec sheet reveals that the devices will also receive several upgrades.

Xbox as a business has been on a downward trajectory, but Microsoft’s CEO seems confident that the strategic decisions and changes will lead to growth. It’s going to be a challenging FY 2027 for Xbox in order to meet its ambitious goals.

Asus has released the ZenScreen Duo MB14FCD in Canada. The portable monitor unfolds into a 21-inch dual-screen workspace and features two 14-inch IPS displays, USB-C, mini-HDMI, automatic screen rotation, and USB-C power pass-through charging.

Mondraker unveils its 2027 Dusty gravel e-bikes featuring TQ's HPR-60 mid-drive motor and a 580 Wh battery. The flagship Dusty RR comes at a high price tag—though one key question remains.

Google Pixel 4a users had a rough time, because after Google intentionally cut the battery life of many Pixel 4a devices in half via a software update, the smartphone became nearly unusable in some cases due to a boot loop issue. The July update finally fixes this bug.

Lenovo has started selling a new 16-inch laptop internationally. Equipped with up to 32 GB of RAM and a battery rated for over 24 hours of battery life, the IdeaPad Slim 3 16IWC11 also features Intel Wildcat Lake processors and an optional OLED display.

Oppo’s interesting mid-range tablets for work and travel perform well in our review, thanks to their large, bright displays and, in some cases, impressive battery life. However, the company’s accessory strategy is puzzling. Why a stylus becomes incompatible after just one year remains a mystery.

The OnePlus 16 is set to be among the first phones to feature the upcoming flagship Snapdragon SoC. While a global launch is still uncertain, the company has already teased three performance-focused upgrades that the phone will bring.

Garmin has released a new update globally. Available across many of its recent mid-range smartwatches, the new update aims to improve Garmin's intervals workout experience before a future stable software launch.

Ugreen has officially launched the Nexode Pro 160 W charger globally. Ugreen’s new charging accessory has a built-in retractable cable and a smart display that shows essential information such as each port’s output power, temperature, current, charging mode, and Bluetooth status. Plus, it can charge up to four devices simultaneously.

The Xiaomi 17T Pro ranks among the fastest smartphones in its class in many performance tests. However, browser benchmarks reveal a surprisingly different picture. Why the smartphone lags significantly behind current Snapdragon-based devices in web-based tests is one of the most striking questions raised by the review.

The sustainable Fairphone 6, which is particularly easy to repair, appears to be getting a successor soon. While it may still be some time before the Fairphone 7 launches, the Fairphone 6+ offers at least one significant upgrade, as a leak reveals.

DJI has finally started selling the Osmo Pocket 4P globally. Priced at $619, the company's first Pro-branded vlogging camera contains various upgrades over the Osmo Pocket 4 to help it rival the Insta360 Luna Ultra, including a dedicated 1/1.28-inch and 3x telephoto lens.

A leak reveals the first convertible with an Nvidia RTX Spark ARM chip. The Lenovo Yoga 9n 2-in-1 features a sleek blue chassis, a stylus, a touchscreen on a 360-degree hinge, an infrared camera for facial recognition, and a wide range of ports.

Kioxia has started shipping the new CM10 Series SSDs to select datacenter customers. Featuring ~92 % higher sequential read and up to ~85 % higher random read speeds over the previous PCIe 5.0 generation, the latest PCIe 6.0 NVMe 2.1 CM10 SSDs leverage ultra-fast BiCS Flash 10 memory chips, making enterprise SSDs an increasingly important component of AI infrastructure.