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Timex's Deepwater Meridian 200 Automatic GMT features a 21-jewel automatic with a 24-hour hand for the first time in the line. The 42 mm steel case comes with a two-tone ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal and 200 m water resistance. Three dials, $549 each, originally launched on July 30.

Timex has launched the Expedition Sierra Chronograph in two references at $179 each. The TW2Y89200 has a black dial on LWG leather; the TW2Y89300 a khaki dial on quick-release fabric. Both use 43 mm cases with 100 m water resistance and a date display.

The Steam Deck LCD battery came back in stock on iFixit last month, but with a much higher price tag. Now, its price has increased again, with the battery listed for $180.

Insomniac Games' latest effort may become one of the year’s best-selling PS5 games. Still, naysayers on X are dissuading buyers from pre-ordering Marvel’s Wolverine before its release date. The studio’s marketing director thinks algorithms are skewing opinions of the first-party title.

BYD’s premium Denza brand has launched the N8, which boasts a range of over 600 miles and fast charging times. While real-world range is likely to be lower under stricter testing standards, the N8 could still rank among the longest-range electric SUVs.

Overall smartphone sales in the US continue to fall as rising component costs, economic pressures and AI-driven demand for memory weakens supply and consumer spending. Budget smartphone sales plunged 64%, benefiting larger brands while squeezing smaller manufacturers out.

Humble has added a new bundle to the site called Built Differently: Builder Games. It includes 10 Steam Deck-compatible titles, with the lineup featuring titles such as Drill Core, Frostpunk, and more.

CD collectors are facing a strange new threat: some discs have begun cracking or even shattering because of chemical damage and fumes released by certain storage materials. The problem adds another risk to the long-term preservation of optical media.

Thanks to an online sale over at Lenovo, the very capable Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 is now available with a major $167 discount for a limited time. This well-equipped tablet sports a powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 SoC, 128 GB storage, and 8 GB of DDR5 RAM.

Total War: Warhammer is a strategy game that lets you face other factions in your quest to conquer the Old World. But to succeed, you'll need to use different strategies and make the right decisions while leading your troops in real-time battles.

Shuttle has introduced a new version of its XPC Slim DH810 mini PC. Dubbed the DH810S, the new mini PC sports a slightly different I/O configuration, and is powered by Core Ultra 200S desktop CPUs from Intel paired with up to 96 GB of RAM.

Kingdom Hearts games have a strong following among cartridge and disc supporters. The 4th entry in the Square Enix and Disney RPG series now has a late 2027 release date. Still, a brief delay may push its launch past January 2028, when PlayStation ceases producing new PS5 discs.

Lenovo's Lunar Lake ThinkBook ultraportable just got a cheaper Chinese cousin, a Zhaoyang Yue Air 14, but a closer look at the listing suggests the "downgrade" isn't China only, but a global configuration hiding under new branding.

Sometimes it’s four years, sometimes six years of security updates for the same smartphone—with the Motorola Razr Plus 2026 (Razr 70 Plus), we’re once again seeing conflicting information circulating about the update period. Why is that, and are users in Europe actually better off?

Take a close-up look at the new hand-painted keycap Razer just launched in our quick video preview!

Garmin has released a new update aimed at many of its recent high-end smartwatches. Not only has the new update left owners in the dark about the changes it contains, but it is also said to contain many of the same well established bugs found in older software.

Xiaomi is reportedly preparing three new Pad 9 series tablets with 11.2-inch, 12.5-inch and 13.3-inch displays, along with up to 120W charging. The lineup could launch in September alongside Xiaomi’s next flagship smartphones.

A Geekom mini PC user reports that a driver package available on the official site contains malware. The executable in question is in the LAN driver folder, and it’s the same one for several AMD models from the brand, including the A7, A8, AE8, AE7, and AX8 Pro.

With the "BMW M Concept Neue Klasse", the German automaker provides a clear preview of its upcoming electric performance platform. The new sports model will also be simply called the BMW M3, rather than the iM3 or M3 Electric.

Rivian’s 2027 R1T and R1S adopt simplified Premium, Performance, and Quad trims, while the R1S adds long-requested second-row captain’s chairs and the R1T gains new all-season wheels. The updates leave powertrains largely unchanged but bring steep price increases, with the R1T starting at $79,990 and the R1S at $83,990.

The Alldocune iPlay 80 mini Turbo has been launched, and it’s essentially the global version of the Chinese mini 4 Pro. It sports a compact design, 120Hz display, thin and light chassis, and a microSD slot. This affordable tablet has a launch price of $199.99.

A major graphics card manufacturer warns that worsening shortages of GPUs, graphics memory, CPUs, and other components could drive up PC prices in the second half of 2026. Entry-level graphics cards are expected to be hit particularly hard as supply constraints intensify.

Is a mid‑range smartphone like the Xiaomi 17T, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8500, strong enough to run modern Android games? This gaming test examines whether its performance can deliver high frame rates in today’s top titles and whether it offers enough power to satisfy gamers.

Grand Seiko's new SBGA527 "Shirarahama Beach" is now official: a 50-piece limited edition exclusive to its Hawaii boutique. The titanium 62GS case measures 40 mm and houses the 9R65 Spring Drive. Pricing is unconfirmed but reported near $7,500.

An unannounced GMKtec mini PC has surfaced in a benchmark database with AMD's fastest Ryzen AI Max PRO chip onboard alongside 128GB of RAM.

Former Naughty Dog designer Benson Russell argues that remaking Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune is unnecessary because the original remains accessible on modern consoles and a major rewrite could undermine its identity.

HoYoverse has detailed its Gamescom 2026 Cologne exhibition plans for Zenless Zone Zero and confirmed a winter 2026 crossover with Honkai: Star Rail.

Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns is a 1986 Amiga classic, launched on 13 August across PC, Switch, PS5 and Xbox for $19.99, with three modes including a new roguelite. Early Steam reviews sit at Mostly Positive, and the Metascore is 67 across seven critics.

Released in 1998, action RPG Hexplore is available for around $1 on Steam for the first time. While the game does not have many reviews, 90% of the Steam reviews it has received are positive, with several players describing it as a “hidden gem.”

HoYoverse reveals Honkai: Star Rail Version 4.5 "To Roll the Stars in Astropolis." Explore new banners, story chapters, and racing events starting August 26.

The Legion Y700 Infinite is about to launch in China on August 25, 2026, which is just a few days away. Lenovo has already confirmed a handful of key specs, and now, a new leak from a reputed source has revealed the other details of the OLED gaming tablet.

The C10M is a wall-mounted TV built around TCL's SQD-Mini LED display technology, and the standout feature is just how thin it is. The whole body stays 3.99cm deep, letting it sit flush against a wall for what TCL calls a wallpaper-like look.

Starting August 18, Battlefield 6 will be free to play for seven full days – but there’s a catch of up to 60 GB.

Until now, Jason has been considered the most likely traitor in GTA 6. However, a new fan theory turns that suspicion on its head: A striking image comparison suggests that a supposed ally could be playing a double game.

HP has released a new 16-inch laptop with Intel Panther Lake processors. Directly replacing a model we reviewed last year, the new OmniBook 5 16-inch also comes with up to 32 GB of RAM, a 16-core processor and a 1,100-nit OLED display that boasts a 120 Hz variable refresh rate, too.

OpenAI has switched on Computer History in the ChatGPT app for macOS. It records clicks, keystrokes and app switches, then turns them into a timeline and memories. OpenAI's own documentation says the files are not encrypted and that other programs on your Mac may be able to read them.

Bigme has launched the B1051 Ultra, a 10.3-inch color E Ink device aimed at reading, note-taking, and office work. It combines a Kaleido 3 display with a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor, Android 14, stylus support, and a 6,900 mAh battery.

One UI 9, based on Android 17 and introduced alongside the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 foldables, hasn’t even landed on current Samsung smartphones yet. Thanks to a curious Galaxy S26 Ultra user who dared to install a very early test version on his phone, we can take an early look at One UI 9.5, expected in the first half of 2027 alongside the Galaxy S27 flagships.

Timex has launched five Q Marbella watches with integrated bracelets and bolt-detailed bezels, priced from $209 to $239. Available in 34 mm and 40.5 mm, all five run quartz movements with textured dials, mineral crystals and 50 m water resistance.

Preorders are now open for Seiko's Laurel-inspired Presage Classic pair in Japan. The enamel HCC005J is ¥179,300 (~$1,125) and the urushi HCC006J ¥209,000 (~$1,312), both releasing September 5 through Core Shops.

Renewed optimism surrounds a potential Simpsons: Hit & Run remaster or remake. At the Disney D23 event, show creator Matt Groening hinted the GTA-inspired game would return. The studio behind the 2003 release has also reemerged, focusing on modernizing classics.

After launching the Konkr Pocket Advance in five colors, Ayaneo has released the handheld in a sixth color option. However, unlike the other colors, this is a special edition made for developers, and it will not be sold.

Amazon has revealed the next lineup of games that Prime members will be able to claim through Luna this month at no additional cost. The lineup includes Right and Down, Steelrising, and more.

Timex is expanding its retro Q Timex Continental Chronograph lineup with three new ’70s-inspired models. Each model features a beautiful radial “CD” dial and compact 36mm case. The new black, ice-blue, and gold-tone variants are now available for $279 each.

Tesla is recalling 20,349 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles after NHTSA rejected its claim that excessively bright low-beam headlights posed an inconsequential safety risk. Affected owners will need a free service-center repair or replacement, though Tesla has not yet finalized the remedy.

A three-month-old Ryzen 7 7800X3D reportedly swelled and burned out on an updated MSI X870 motherboard despite running at default CPU settings with only EXPO enabled. However, the user's delidding complicates the pending warranty claim and leaves the precise cause uncertain.

Jsaux has announced its plans to enter into the controller segment. The controllers and related products will be sold under a new sub-brand called Voidjoy.

The upcoming launch of the Fairphone 6+ is official. Fairphone confirmed the launch date in a teaser video shortly after leaks had already revealed the design, price, and specifications of the repairable mid-range smartphone.

Intel is keeping its aging Raptor Lake platform alive as soaring DDR5 prices drive renewed demand for cheaper DDR4-based systems. The company says LGA 1700 and Raptor Lake will remain part of its lineup for years to come.

Rockstar may not need record-setting launch day GTA 6 sales to break even. An analyst estimates 25 million units from pre-orders will sell by the game’s release date. Bolstered by the popularity of the $100 Ultimate Edition, the purchases would generate around $2 billion in revenue.