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A concerning report regarding the imminent increase in the price of AMD and Nvidia GPUs has come out of Taiwan. Following MSI's recent RTX 50 and RX 9000 GPU price hikes, Asus and Gigabyte are reportedly also going to implement a price increase for their GPU catalogues by the end of January 2026.

Sovereign Syndicate is an RPG set in Victorian London in which you must investigate many disappearances. But that’s not all, because there are three characters available, each with their own stories and skills.

The recent ColorOS updates reportedly introduce a hardware-level Anti-Rollback Protection (ARB). It's like what Samsung implemented with Knox and can brick the OnePlus 15 and 13 if you attempt to downgrade or install a custom ROM.

A new square G-Shock fitness watch may be on the way. The rumored GM-H5600 combines the classic metal bezel with heart rate monitoring and advanced fitness tracking capabilities of the existing DW-H5600 and may arrive as early as the first half of 2026.

Infinix has introduced its latest Note Edge smartphone with a 3D curved display. This slim smartphone measures just 7.2 mm (0.28 inch) in thickness and features a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 processor, a 50 MP main sensor, and a 6,500 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging support.

On-Together: Virtual Co-Working launched Jan 19, 2026, debuting with a 100% positive rating from early adopters. The $9.99 social productivity tool addresses remote-work isolation through a shared digital "third space" and has already peaked at 1,167 concurrent users.

Duet Night Abyss officially launched on Steam Jan 19, 2026. The free-to-play hybrid action RPG features a dual narrative and has secured a 67% "Mixed" rating as players weigh its new gacha-free model against technical "clunkiness" and unpolished UI.

A fantasy RPG and management sim from 2016, Crown Champion: Legends of the Arena, is currently free to claim on Steam. While it's an old game, it's a worthwhile try for those who are into choice-driven storytelling RPGs.

Bethesda developers reveal that Fallout 3’s transition to a vast 3D open world pushed the Gamebryo engine and the team’s capacity to its limits, producing bugs they struggled to fully control. Despite burnout, fragile tech, and late-breaking features like VATS, the resulting glitches became a defining, oddly cherished part of the game’s post-apocalyptic experience.

OneOdio has unveiled the Focus A1 Pro on-ear headphones, featuring multipoint Bluetooth 6.0 connections with low-latency game mode, hybrid ANC, and 70-hour runtime between charges. The entry-level headphones are priced at an affordable $34.99 price point.

Developers of the 2008 parkour classic Mirror’s Edge reveal that its now-iconic sterile white aesthetic emerged as a practical solution to severe motion sickness caused by early, gritty prototype environments. By stripping detail and using bold color accents for navigation, the team transformed a generic Unreal-style city into a distinctive visual identity that balanced style with player comfort.

Xiaomi's next-gen flagship chipset, the XRing O2, could launch in the first half of the year. The chipset is expected to underpin a slew of Xiaomi devices this year, more than its predecessor managed, and has now been tipped to be built on the same process as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and A19 Pro.

PS3 emulation has challenged talented developers to replicate unique console specs. Through a team effort, an open-source option has set a new benchmark for playable PS3 games. Without the RPCS3 emulator, cloud streaming on the PS5 works with fewer titles and introduces additional drawbacks.

The affordable Realme Neo 8 flagship phone will launch in just a few days and can already be seen in new teaser pictures. Realme is offering a partially transparent housing and a particularly large battery to stand out from the competition.

The Polar Vantage M3, Grit X2 Pro, Ignite 3 and two other smartwatches are receiving a major firmware update to Polar OS 5. The latest operating system offers new widgets as well as numerous convenience features and improvements.

For over 50 years, the Leica Noctilux was only offered with a focal length of 50mm, until the range was expanded with the 75mm Noctilux in 2017. In a few days, a particularly fast 35mm Noctilux is expected to follow, and a leak has already revealed details regarding the price and launch date.

Arlo has revealed two new smart home security cameras called the Ultra 3 and Pro 6. The Ultra 3 features 4K HDR and a 180-degree field of view, while the Pro 6 is more affordable. Both come with AI features.

Details about the Redmi K100 series have surfaced online, with codenames and model numbers now revealed. The upcoming lineup will succeed the recently launched K90 series and is expected to feature high-end Snapdragon processors.

Ayaneo has indeed turned a new leaf, as it has announced that Indiegogo backers will receive their Pocket Vert orders earlier than originally announced. The crowdfunding campaign has ended, and shipping is expected to begin by the end of January.

Fable fans may not need to wait until the next Xbox showcase to revisit Albion. Concept art from a former developer includes new locations and familiar towns from multiple entries in the series. Microsoft could pinpoint a Fable reboot release date at the January 22nd event.

Following an initial unveiling in September 2025, Ayaneo has now provided new details about the upcoming Pocket S Mini handheld. The manufacturer has revealed the display type and design details, including a new color. However, it is still keeping some key specifcations under wraps.

The 67-watt Anker Prime GaN charger has gone on sale, offering prospective buyers a lucrative opportunity to snag a decently well-equipped fast charger for a discounted price. With triple output ports and a compact footprint, the Prime charger should be a good choice for road warriors.

SwitchBot is now offering a new smart home hub that is intended to provide many useful features and utilizes local AI instead of a cloud-powered system. This might be beneficial from a privacy standpoint and opens up new possibilities for advanced users.

The Honor Watch GS 5 promises excellent value for money with its aluminum casing, 1,500-nit AMOLED display and a battery life of up to 23 days. The most interesting feature of the watch, however, is its purported ability to assess the risk of certain cardiovascular problems.

The first MacBook Pro with an OLED display is now edging closer to release, as Samsung Display is said to have already begun production of suitable tandem OLED panels. Meanwhile, Apple is reportedly planning to switch five product lines to OLED.

The latest security update for Windows 11 is causing significant issues on numerous systems. Reports indicate that the KB5074109 package is resulting in a black screen immediately after system startup on certain hardware configurations. Affected users have several options for restoring functionality.

RedMagic has refreshed its gaming smartphone with a new version. Available with 24 GB of RAM, 1 TB of storage and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, the new release hopes to outperform RedMagic's original model with superior cooling.

A new docking station for the Mac Mini is now available in a significantly more powerful model variant. The manufacturer is targeting customers who are looking for a unique look with some retro charm but also want to expand the mass storage of their mini PC.

Fire crews responded to an early-morning boiler room explosion at Rockstar North’s Edinburgh headquarters, containing the blaze and securing structural damage without any reported injuries. The incident, currently believed to be caused by an accidental malfunction, briefly disrupted operations at the Grand Theft Auto VI developer but is not expected to impact the game’s production schedule.

The 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED is a 32:9 curved gaming monitor with a resolution of 5120 x 1440 and a speedy 240 Hz refresh rate. Thanks to an ongoing sale on Amazon, the Odyssey G9 is now available for an all-time low price on the platform.

Casio has announced that the upgraded G-Shock GX-56UBB-1 watch is on the way to Europe. Already available in another market, this model has a newer module and an LED backlight. Other features include support for world time, multiple daily alarms and Tough Solar charging.

RedMagic has kicked off 2026 by refreshing one of its popular gaming tablets. Available to order globally, the new model adopts a golden finish with a gold-plated cooling system and sapphire glass back plate to distinguish itself from RedMagic's original models.

The Casio W-800HD-1AV watch has been officially confirmed for release in the EU. Product listings at the brand’s online stores in countries like the Netherlands validate earlier price rumors. This mode has a square digital display with features such as a snoozeable alarm and a fully automatic calendar.

Now at its most affordable price, the Odyssey G8 replaces multiple screens in a setup. In addition to its smart TV features, the 32-inch OLED monitor delivers smooth, responsive gameplay. Samsung’s 4K QD-OLED panel excels with a high contrast ratio, but its maximum brightness is underwhelming.

Minisforum has confirmed initial details about its first AMD Strix Halo-powered Mini-ITX motherboard. Launching later this year under the DeskMini series, the BD395i Max will feature a full-length PCIe slot too, although this is unlikely to provide PCIe x16 bandwidth.

In our review, the Honor Magic8 Pro proved to be one of the smartphones with a super-bright display, reaching up to 6,000 cd/m² and going down to 1 cd/m². However, there is a problem with the minimum brightness.

The RetroBox combines the charm of a CRT TV and an integrated VHS player with modern features, including an HDMI port, so that both old fashioned video tapes and Netflix movies can be watched on movie nights.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, an RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU, 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory, and 1 TB of storage has dropped by more than $300 at Best Buy. The ROG Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop also brings a fantastic OLED display.

Epic Games' latest giveaway for mobile gamers will not be around for long. Available for less than 72 hours, the storefront's latest free game includes Fortnite unlocks and an ad-free gaming experience, all without having to spend a penny. Dumb Ways to Die can be claimed on Android or iOS.

The Magic 8 RSR Porsche Design is Honor’s new "super flagship" that supposedly stands out with its high-end camera setup with an optional grip and teleconverter. The phone also comes with a rather unusual design.

Astronomers have discovered a white dwarf that emits jets of matter in a mysterious way. And while some hypotheses have been put forward, the mystery remains unsolved, and further studies will need to be conducted to unravel it.

Ayaneo has unveiled the second handheld under its budget Konkr subsidiary. The new device will launch as the Konkr Fit and will run Windows out of the box. It will also have an AMD Ryzen processor.

Two limited edition Casio JF-M200-TJ calculators with designs inspired by Japanese artist Hokusai are on the way. They will launch in Japan in the near future, and are expected to be released in other markets worldwide. Features include a slanted LCD, an integrated solar panel and support for tax calculations.

The Decathlon Rockrider E-EXPL 140 29" semi-rigid electric mountain bike has been released in European countries, including the UK and France. This e-MTB is relatively cheap and offers features like a 78 Nm torque motor. Plus, there is a Suntour suspension fork, a Microshift drive train and Tektro disc brakes.

The Xiaomi Mijia Washing Machine Pro Super Electrolysis Smart Wash and Dry 10kg has been launched in China. It arrives as a smaller version of a recently released machine, with similar features like super electrolysis technology, intelligent detergent dispensing and HyperOS Connect.

While it hasn't been long since the OnePlus 15 launched globally, reports about its successor have started to emerge. A recent rumor suggests that the brand's 2026 flagship phone won't officially make it outside the Chinese market.

Beelink has detailed a new set of high-end mini-PCs that it will be selling globally. Built around 10 Gbps Ethernet and AMD Gorgon Point APUs, the SER10 Pro and SER10 Max will differ in terms of their I/O and their memory configurations.

TrimUI has previewed its next gaming handheld release. A return to its popular Game Boy lookalike, the TrimUI Brick Pro should serve as a cheaper alternative to the Anbernic RG477V thanks to a larger display and a pair of built-in joysticks.

A new leak has outlined Xiaomi's upcoming global release plans for its latest high-end smartphones. Unlike last year, Xiaomi will be bringing three flagships to its global fanbase, although not the innovative Xiaomi 17 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max.

New rumours have shed fresh light on Google's next smartphone and its imminent availability. Unfortunately, the forthcoming release may not be available as cheaply or as soon as earlier leaks indicated.