Latest Tech News

The Paper Boy S3 shows what a Nintendo Game Boy with an E-Ink touchscreen would look like. This modding project combines an M5PaperS3 developer kit with an open-source emulator, and despite hardware limitations, it does a surprisingly good job of emulating a Game Boy.

The Japanese timepiece giant has debuted new GBA-950 G-Shock series watches in three colorways with Strava compatibility, GPS-linked distance tracking, step counting, and a 200 m water-resistant bio-resin case, especially for runners who want rugged everyday fitness tracking.

Microsoft may allow the conversion of Xbox game discs to digital licenses. The rumored Disc2Digital program could debut by the Project Helix release date. While the new Xbox console and PS6 likely won’t ship with optical drives, Helix would boast more versatile backward compatibility.

The budget-oriented Wildcat Core 7 350 doesn't move the needle very much against the likes of the headline-grabbing MacBook Neo.

Lenovo has finally released one of its new lightweight gaming laptops in more countries. Now available in Europe and the UK, the Legion 7a 15ASH11 combines AMD Strix Halo processors with a 165 Hz OLED display and an 84 Wh battery. Lenovo includes up to 64 GB of RAM too, of which 48 GB can be assigned as VRAM to the laptop's Radeon 8060S iGPU.

Casio has opened preorders in Japan for the PRJ-01, the first fully analog Pro Trek series, in three variants priced from ¥25,300 (~$156). All models feature Tough Solar and 100 m water resistance, with AE variants adding a carabiner strap at ¥31,350 (~$193).

Garmin is rolling out a new software update for its latest Forerunner smartwatches, introducing voice activation to simplify everyday use—provided users are comfortable speaking to their device.

The new AW1437-61W is joining Citizen's Spider-Man Eco-Drive lineup, with a comic book-style dial that reveals a green luminous display in the dark. The 43 mm black ion-plated watch houses a J810 caliber and ships with Marvel packaging and a Spider-Man pin.

Garmin has released a series of new updates to several smartwatches. Rolling out globally, Beta Version 15.08 and Beta Version 15.11 are the start of a new development cycle for the Instinct 3, Instinct E and Instinct Crossover AMOLED.

The Lisen Qi2.2 25 W MagSafe power bank has officially launched in the US. The charging accessory features a 10,000 mAh battery, a detachable cable, and temperature control. Plus, it supports both wired and wireless charging.

While the battery of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is expected to be only slightly larger, the iPhone 18 Pro Max is set to receive a more significant battery upgrade, according to the latest rumors. A leaker has now revealed the battery storage capacity of both variants of the next-generation flagship in advance.

Versatile and open by design, this new handheld is based on the Raspberry Pi and features an integrated keyboard. It supports multiple Raspberry Pi versions, although not the more powerful variants of the single-board computer.

A team of astronomers has recently discovered a new millisecond pulsar located in our galaxy. But while this discovery is very interesting, researchers will have to conduct further observations to try to better understand it.

LineageOS 23.2, based on Android 16, is now available for the Retroid Pocket 6. A developer working on the project also previously said support is expected to extend to the Retroid Pocket 5 and Pocket G2. The release comes just days after Retroid shipped the handheld's first official OTA update and AYN issued a fix-focused update for the Odin 3.

Sony has revealed the next lineup of games that PlayStation Plus members will be able to download and play this month. The lineup includes Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III, For the King II, and more.

Sony confirmed the end of disc manufacturing for PlayStation consoles starting in early 2028. The announcement made it less likely that PS6 specs will support an optical drive. Backward compatibility with PS4 and PS5 games may accommodate only digital titles and not physical media.

Apple released iOS 26.5.2, iPadOS 26.5.2, and macOS 26.5.2 earlier than planned. Some of the security fixes were originally scheduled for version 26.6. Speaking to Reuters, Apple said the move was prompted by AI-assisted hacking tools that shorten the path from vulnerability to attack.

The Beelink ME Pro with the AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 has been launched in China. This 4-bay NAS has a compact form factor, 10G Ethernet port, and 136TB storage support. The launch price for the barebone is CNY 2,739, about $403.

The GameSir G7 Pro Tri-Mode controller made for Xbox, PC, and Android is now available to buy in two new colors. Originally available in four colors, the new additions which are available to buy now, bring the color choices to six.

DJI has introduced a new drone aimed squarely at professional users. The model is designed to offer a potentially more cost-effective alternative to traditional pesticide application methods, whether performed manually or by aircraft.

After AMD tried to discredit the Apple MacBook Neo with a misleading advertising campaign, Microsoft and Dell are now also taking jabs at the affordable MacBook. While Microsoft isn't quite as far off the mark as AMD, the Dell XPS 13 is significantly more expensive than the MacBook Neo in some regions.

Sony has confirmed that the PlayStation Store will be shut down on the PS3 and PS Vita by mid-2027. Players will no longer be able to purchase digital games or DLC after the closure, but previously purchased content will remain available for download for the 'foreseeable future'.

Blizzard deployed an Overwatch 2 client update on June 30, introducing a "Community Crafted" mode featuring heavy reworks to D.Va, Junkrat, and Sigma.

The Nothing Phone (4b) will arrive alongside a new pair of earbuds on July 7. The new earbuds are the Ear (3a) and Nothing has revealed their colors and shared what they look like.

A comparison between the Honor 600 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE reveals two distinctly different philosophies in the upper mid-range segment. While Honor focuses on maximum hardware performance with a large battery, an extremely bright display, and fast charging, Samsung takes a more software-centric approach with the S25 FE, featuring a mature operating system, better integration, and a long-term update strategy.

The O1 Omni Printer is a 4-in-1 printer recently launched by xTool. As the name suggests, it can work with a wide range of materials, including fabrics, letting you turn your ideas into reality for both DIY and commercial projects.

Microsoft launches Windows 11 update KB5095093, delivering a major speed boost to File Explorer by cleaning up the Home tab layout and fixing BITS shutdown lag.

Sony has announced that starting in January 2028, physical game disc production for all new games releasing on PlayStation consoles will be discontinued.

BMW just dropped the iX5 SUV at its Plant Spartanburg factory, with range specifications exceeding anything that Tesla currently offers. Granted, The outgoing Model X is more efficient, yet it was not cheaper than the new electric Beemer.

The first Xiaomi NAS is now official in China, and it has entered the crowdfunding phase with an affordable starting price. Called the Smart Storage, it starts at CNY 2,299, about $338, and there's support for up to 60TB of storage.

Garmin continues to refine the software for its smartwatches with a new, wide-ranging update for the Fenix 8 series. Alongside bug fixes, the release adds several new features, but there are also important reasons to approach the installation with caution.

HMD Global is planning to launch four new Nokia feature phones with a surprising feature, as the phones – ranging from the Nokia 200 4G to the Nokia 235 4G 2nd Edition – are already listed on the manufacturer's website, along with revealing images.

In the age of smartphone photography, Fujifilm is bringing back the disposable analog camera. The QuickSnap Active is waterproof, and the QuickSnap Black and White can take 27 black-and-white photos before the camera needs to be discarded.

Firaxis Games deploys Sid Meier's Civilization VII patch 1.4.1 hotfix to resolve controller menu freezes on PS5, Xbox, Linux, and Steam Deck.

If you are on the hunt for an affordable multimedia Windows laptop, Walmart now has the Dell 14 (2026) on sale at a $130 discount. The notebook packs all the essentials that you expect from a modern Windows laptop, including a fairly fast CPU and 16 GB of expandable RAM.

Anyone who owns a pair of Meta smart glasses will have to sign up for an expensive subscription to access one of the best features in the future – even though the feature runs offline and does not rely on Meta’s servers. With this move, Meta is further expanding its focus on paid subscriptions.

A few months after its release, the GameSir Pocket Taco is now available to buy in a new color. Called Voltage Purple, it comes after a limited edition Atomic Purple that was exclusive to Kickstarter.

Rogbid's VisionPro smart glasses launch at $119.99 with a 13 MP camera, dual-chip AI processor, real-time translation, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and 10-12 hour battery life — though that name will confuse a few customers.

The 2026 Asus Zenbook 14 UM3406GA has received a healthy discount at Walmart, resulting in a price drop of $400 on the list price. The laptop packs the latest AMD Ryzen AI 7 445 APU with 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. There is also an OLED display on the front.

The GMKtec G5S is an affordable mini PC that has just been released in China. This palm-sized mini PC comes with a relatively dated processor, the Intel Celeron N5095, which is paired with 8GB of RAM. The starting launch price is CNY 1,149, about $169.

Casio has teamed up with South Korean design label GRAGG to give its humble LW-204 digital watch an artistic makeover. The limited-edition release includes a custom molten-metal-inspired stand that turns the watch into a display piece when it's off your wrist.

For the first time this year, Disco Elysium is once again available on Steam at a 90% discount, reducing the regular price from $39.99 to $3.99.

Acer has listed the XV273U F5 on Amazon ahead of its US launch. Featuring a native QHD 540Hz IPS panel with a 1,000Hz/720p mode, it's an excellent option for esports gamers and will retail for $699.99.

Endzone: A World Apart turns city-building into a fight for survival, with radiation, droughts, sandstorms and looters constantly threatening the settlement. As part of the Steam Summer Sale, the post-apocalyptic city-builder is available for just $2.50 instead of $25, matching its all-time low according to SteamDB.

Casio has opened Japan preorders for two new A130 digital watch colorways — WE-3AJF in green and WE-9AJF in cream — priced at ¥8,800 each. Both get the retro LC-analog design and ship in July 2026, with no word yet on global availability.

Kamrui has discounted two SFF mini PCs for Amazon Prime Day by 22% and 29%, respectively. The Kamrui Pinova P1 and P2 mini PCs are specifically designed to be out of the way as home or business PCs.

Casio's EFK-200 Edifice Automatic mechanical watches are now up for preorder in Japan, after their initial China launch. Pricing ranges from ¥55,000 to ¥74,800, with the carbon-fiber Toyota Racing model topping the five-piece lineup as expected.

July 1, 2026 marks a fresh start for Samsung’s Instagram accounts. The existing content is being replaced by a new teaser campaign that promises lots of fun with a new form factor. Six videos all convey the same message: Something is changing with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Casio has revealed the GBX-H5600KI-5, the fourth G-Shock collaboration with pro surfer Kanoa Igarashi. Built on the feature-packed GBX-H5600, it adds heart rate monitoring and Polar-powered training to the G-Lide formula, priced at 50,600 JPY (~$310).

Ugreen has launched the Nexode Air 100W in the US. The new charger is much smaller than most 100W GaN chargers and joins the existing 45W and 65W models in the lineup. It's currently available at a discount.