Latest Tech News

Xiaomi has launched a new accessory in China: the inshajiang Power Bank Magnetic Ultra-Thin 5000 15W (machine translated). This model is just 6 mm (~0.2 inches) thick, thanks in part to the battery technology used. Plus, it can charge two devices simultaneously, with a wireless charging pad and USB-C port.

Insta360 has launched the Insta360 Wave, an AI-powered speakerphone for office meetings with eight microphones and background noise reduction. It can create summaries and transcriptions, and use AI to answer questions about meetings.

Following the launch of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, other manufacturers are slowly coming out of hiding with their camera flagships for the coming months. Honor, for example, is officially unveiling the Honor Magic 8 family for the first time. Fittingly, hundreds of photos from the new AI image camera can be found on Chinese networks.

After just three days, the new AInote 2 tablet has exceeded its funding goal on Kickstarter by almost 20 times. The new tablet is intended not only to be a very thin productivity tablet, but also to be used as an e-reader for drawing or as a voice recorder.

A recent study by Incogni evaluated nine leading AI platforms in terms of their privacy practices. The ranking shows that Le Chat from Mistral AI, ChatGPT from OpenAI, and Grok from xAI are the most trustworthy, while Meta AI, Gemini and Copilot from Microsoft are less trustworthy.

California now has over 200,000 EV charging ports, bringing 94% of residents within 10 minutes of a charger. With fast-charging options, such as Tesla’s Superchargers, rapidly expanding, owning an EV is more practical than ever in the state.

A Sony executive boasted PS5 sales figures that eclipse past PlayStation generations. Profits are also reportedly higher than those of older PlayStation consoles, including the PS4. Even after the PS5 price increase in some regions, Sony is benefiting from consistent hardware and software revenue.

Xiaomi has introduced a new specialised case for the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max that takes advantage of their pair's secondary displays. Equipped with a built-in battery, the Retro Handheld Console Case contains dedicated buttons too for playing a variety of games.

Asus has revealed that pre-orders for the ROG Xbox Ally handheld will drop today. The post does not mention the ROG Xbox Ally X so it could be that the more-powerful handheld will be available later for pre-order.

GameSir has dropped a special edition of its G7 Pro wireless controller for Xbox Series X|S, themed around HoYoverse’s Zenless Zone Zero. The new model includes neat nods to the game, including BangBoo and Phaethon emblems, along with a matching ZZZ-branded charging station. Preorders are open now.

The studio that developed Genshin Impact has just unveiled its new simulation game inspired by Animal Crossing at the Tokyo Game Show. And it could appeal to many people.

The Honor MagicPad 3 Pro's processor has been officially confirmed ahead of its release next month. The manufacturer has also shared what the device looks like, which is no different from the non-Pro model that was released earlier this year.

The Epic Games Store is finishing up another month with a final game giveaway on Android and iOS. Available to claim until early next week, Eastern Exorcist is a 2D side-scroller that brings in RPG elements while focusing on action gameplay dynamics.

Tesla’s CEO, Elon Musk, shared on X that FSD Version 14 will enter early wide release next week. He also hinted that the autonomous driving software will keep improving over the next two updates, eventually feeling almost ‘sentient.’

Logitech started selling the dedicated MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition in North America a few months ago. According to a reliable leaker, the company is on the verge of receiving a wider release across Europe and the UK.

Unleashed at the end of August, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, although a remake of the 2004-dated Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, turns out to be a very successful game already. A single-player title for now, it will get the multiplayer Fox Hunt mode in late October.

Vivo has officially launched the 4G model of the Vivo V60 Lite, and compared to the predecessor, there are some notable changes, including a better screen and a new camera setup. On top of that, it boasts a 6,500 mAh battery with support for 90 W fast wired charging.

JerryRigEverything, the popular YouTuber, has tested the durability and resistance against bending of the iPhone 17. Surprisingly, the phone shows permanent scuffs with a lower hardness material but survives much harder items.

Dragon Song Tavern is a new cozy life-sim themed adventure RPG on Steam. It has elements of tavern management, farming, fishing, crafting, and turn-based combat, where players run a seaside tavern with a baby dragon companion.

A new Ugreen accessory, the Nexode Power Bank 20,000 mAh 145W, is available in several markets globally. It has a couple of chanes compared to its predecessor, like an integrated cable and a higher maximum input power. Plus, it can be used to charge three devices simultaneously and also has a small display.

Deus Ex, the legendary FPS-RPG, is just $0.97 on Steam for a limited time. Sequels, including Invisible War, Human Revolution, and Mankind Divided, are also steeply discounted, making this the perfect chance to grab the entire series.

Raspberry Pi has updated its all-in-one SBC series with the Raspberry Pi 500 Plus. Featuring a long-awaited M.2 2280 SSD, the Raspberry Pi 500 Plus also features mechanical keyboard switches and RGB lighting, but for a comparatively high price tag.

Glorious has expanded its gaming mouse portfolio with new V3 offerings that were recently leaked. These include the Glorious Model O3 and D3 in wired and wireless options.

The weekly Epic Games Store free games update is here, and with this refresh on the free game section, the storefront has revealed the first PC freebies for October 2025. This giveaway is worth over $100.

Xiaomi has released a new Portable Bluetooth Speaker in China, unveiled at a recent event in this country. Features include built-in storage, an integrated battery, app-based controls and support for NFC. Plus, this compact device is said to have an ultra-thin metal shell, available in six colorways.

Arrowhead CEO Shams Jorjani says there are no plans for Helldivers 3 right now. Instead, the team wants to keep Helldivers 2 alive as a “forever game” like RuneScape.

The Pad 8 Pro is Xiaomi's latest attempt at disrupting the high-end Android tablet market. Taking on the likes of the Oppo Pad 4 Pro and OnePlus Pad 3 with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, the Xiaomi Pad 8 Pro also combines a 144 Hz display with a 9,200 mAh battery and a 50 MP primary camera.

Nothing has announced that CMF is now an independent subsidiary of Nothing. Its base of operations is India and this will be a joint venture with Optiemus Infracom, leveraging its engineering and production capabilities.

Offensive Security's Debian-based distro is back, dropping ARMel support while offering a refreshed Nexmon wireless firmware package. Kali Linux 2025.3 also comes with 10 new tools, updated HashiCorp Packer and Vagrant VM apps, as well as multiple minor tweaks and fixes.

The Casio G-Shock GA-2100RI25-7A watch is launching in Japan in the coming weeks. It has a blue, white and orange design, with features like multiple alarms, a 1/100th second stopwatch and support for world time. This is the latest model designed in collaboration with a famous Japanese golfer.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection is now just $9.99 on Steam thanks to a 75% discount. The bundle includes six main Halo games released between 2001 and 2012, all optimized for PC with 60+ FPS and 4K support.

The Xiaomi Pad 8 is here as a direct replacement for last year's Xiaomi Pad 7. Sporting a thinner and lighter design than the Pad 7, the Pad 8 is also more powerful thanks to a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 series chipset and can be optioned with some Apple-inspired official accessories.

European gamers will continue to see altered PlayStation consoles arrive at retailers. A respected leaker has shared that a modified PS5 Pro at the same price will soon ship across the region. Unlike a new PS5 model with a downsized SSD, this PS5 Pro will offer the same storage capacity.

Exclusive hands-on images of the unreleased Logitech MX Master 4 showcase its design, new thumb button (alongside programmable buttons), and Logitech Bolt USB receiver in all its glory.

Xiaomi has just released the Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max. While the company has not discussed the prospect of offering its new flagships globally yet, importers are already selling the three smartphones worldwide.

Huawei is planning a follow-up to last year's Nova Flip, which will launch as the Nova Flip S. However, early details reveal a display specification that suggests a design resembling that of the Huawei Pura X.

The Kodak Flix X20 smart projector has been released in the US. This relatively affordable model offers a 1080p resolution, producing images up to 150 inches wide. Plus, it has an Android TV dongle, providing access to many streaming apps, and a range of image-perfecting tools like automatic focus.

The Art Director and Cultural Consultant working on Forza Horizon 6 have shared insights on why they chose Japan and how the seasons will change the gameplay. More information about the game is expected on January 27.

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is now official as a new large flagship smartphone to rival the best that Apple and Samsung have to offer. Surpassing the Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max on a technical level, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max even packs an element of fun with a secondary display that surrounds its three 50 MP rear-facing cameras.

The Garmin Instinct 3 Supernova Collection watches are now available in various countries. The range includes four limited edition products, one for each version of the smartwatch, each featuring blue accents. They are the same price as the original models, and appear to have matching features.

Xiaomi has carved out a new niche in its flagship smartphone series. Serving as a direct rival to the Apple iPhone 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro surpasses the cheaper Xiaomi 17 with a more premium design, superior cameras and an unusual secondary display.

A fluid and fast 2D platformer that is very popular with gamers is currently on sale at 85% off on Steam. But be warned, because this offer ends in a few days.

Aphasie combines immersive-sim mechanics with a distinctive paper-cut aesthetic and launched as a free-to-play title on Steam on September 16, 2025. While it has only gathered 14 user reviews so far, all of them are positive.

Fans of real-time tactics have reason to celebrate: Desperados 3 is now available on Steam with a massive 90% discount. Trading battlefields and bunkers for dusty plains and revolver duels, it takes players deep into the Wild West. The game has also earned widespread acclaim, holding a 96% positive rating from the community.

LG is launching a new product line aimed at seniors that simplifies the operation of home electronics like TV sets. Its new 65-inch and 75-inch Easy TV sets feature a number of enhancements that make changing inputs or reading menus quicker and easier on the eyes.

Garmin has released the Descent X30 wearable in various countries. It features a 2.4-inch color display, with a wide range of tools like GPS, Bluetooth connectivity and NDL aware depth metrics. It arrives as a cheaper alternative to another older dive computer, which features a larger screen.

Xiaomi has now delivered the Xiaomi 17, a new compact flagship smartphone backed by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and a 7,000 mAh battery. With four 50 MP cameras and a 6.3-inch AMOLED display also on board, the Xiaomi 17 easily surpasses last year's Xiaomi 15 in key areas.

Honor has unveiled a new midrange smartphone, the X9d, in the global market. The company’s new Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4-powered smartphone comes with an FHD+ AMOLED display, a 108 MP primary camera, and a massive 8,300 mAh battery that supports 66 W wired charging.

Caviar has just launched custom iPhone 17 editions with gold plating, exotic leathers, and premium materials. Prices range from $7,900 to $10,770. Limited availability via Caviar’s website.

Xbox Game Pass subscribers face a quiet period starting today, with no new titles expected until September 30. The wait, however, will pay off with a major addition that is set to close the month on a high note.