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Resident Evil: Requiem first impressions - Pathtracing for the masses?

Video | Resident Evil: Requiem first impressions - Pathtracing for the masses?

The latest installment of the popular horror-/action game franchise brings us a new, exciting story, with characters both old and new, and also features path tracing for super-realistic visuals. We had the chance to try the game before release to give you some early gameplay impressions, and some performance testing with a mobile RTX 5090 and RTX 5060 ... with surprising results.
Alexander Wätzel
Feb 28
Xiaomi sells the Leica Leitzphone in only a black and silver finish.

Xiaomi launches new ultra-premium smartphone with special design

Xiaomi has given its most expensive smartphone a makeover for global audiences. Available with a high-end finish and knurled zoom controls, the new release differs from the Xiaomi 17 Ultra in crucial areas. The Leica Leitzphone is only sold with 16 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, too.
Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2026 12:50
The AYN Odin 3 will receive its first price increase next month, since its launch in 2025.

AYN Thor and Odin 3 new pricing revealed, to take effect in March

AYN has announced that it is bringing forward the date for the price increase of its Thor and Odin 3 handhelds. The manufacturer cites a handful of reasons, chief of them being the increasing cost of RAM and memory components.
Habeeb Onawole, 28 Feb 2026 12:49
Vampyr is 90% off on Steam until March 13.

Deal | "Thrilling to the last drop": Vampire RPG drops from $40 to $4 on Steam for the first time

The dark role-playing game Vampyr puts you in the shoes of a doctor who has just been turned into a vampire. Set during the Spanish flu pandemic, the title confronts you with a constant moral dilemma – will you save lives or feed on your patients? The Steam Deck-verified game is now available on Steam with a 90% discount for the first time.
Marius Müller, 28 Feb 2026 12:13
Amazon has released the first official image of Kratos and Atreus from its upcoming God of War series.

God of War series: Amazon reveals first look at Kratos and Atreus – fans disappointed

Amazon has unveiled the first look at Kratos and Atreus from its upcoming God of War series. However, the reveal has done little to ease concerns within an already skeptical fanbase or generate meaningful excitement around the project.
Marius Müller, 28 Feb 2026 11:40
Lime green will reportedly be the third color option for the tablet. Pictured: a promo picture showing a game running on the tab.

Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 leak teases bold new colorway for upcoming flagship gaming tablet

The Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 5 is set to launch soon in China, and it seems that the company will showcase it at MWC 2026 as well. Ahead of the official unveiling, a leak from a reputable source has showcased the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 gaming tablet in a flashy new lime-green colorway.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Feb 2026 10:59
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series

Samsung announces Galaxy S26 series is launching with global satellite communication capabilities

Days after unveiling the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung has announced that some Galaxy models will get satellite communication features. The company is partnering with network operators in select countries to offer the capability.
Keji Folowosele, 28 Feb 2026 10:39
The Blue Marble image

What the latest climate report reveal about our planet

Every year, top climate scientists coordinate and synthesize research to review the strongest scientific evidence on how the Earth is changing. The latest report shows that the planet is warming faster and that stronger, coordinated efforts are needed to mitigate the damage.
Chibuike Okpara, 28 Feb 2026 10:31
The Samsung Qi2 Magnet Wireless Battery Pack outputs at 15W wireless and 25W wired

Update | Samsung launches 5,000 mAh magnetic power bank with kickstand for Galaxy S26 series

The new Qi2 Magnet Wireless Battery Pack is Samsung's first magnetic power bank. Announced at Galaxy Unpacked, it delivers up to 15W wireless charging for the new Galaxy S26 and S25 series while adding convenient extras like a built-in kickstand and a 25W USB-C port. Update: Best Buy has now listed the battery pack, confirming its US pricing.
Elvis Shida, 28 Feb 2026 10:21
The Mega Man Charged Up collection will expire on March 19, 2026. Pictured: Steam Deck running Legacy Collection 2.

Deal | Mega Humble Bundle games deal brings 9 action-platformer hits for less than $6 each

Humble Bundle has refreshed the game bundles section, and there's a new addition. Called Mega Man: Charged Up Collection, it includes 9 classic and modern action platformers, with a total retail value of $244. However, all can be had for just $50.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Feb 2026 09:26
The HMD Luma in the Blue colorway

HMD Luma announced with up to 256 GB of storage

The HMD Luma arrives with a high refresh rate LCD panel, Unisoc's T7250 SoC, 4 GB of RAM, and up to 256 GB of storage. The budget phone also integrates some rarer nice-to-haves, such as a microSD card slot, 3.5 mm audio jack, and even an FM radio receiver.
Tudor Cibean, 28 Feb 2026 09:12
Pictured - the Citizen CB3045-61L (left) and CB3040-56H (right).

New Citizen Attesa Super Titanium radio-controlled watches launched with sapphire crystal

Citizen has unveiled two new Attesa ACT Line Eco-Drive radio watches in Super Titanium. The 39 mm models feature sapphire crystal, 10 bar water resistance, and multi-band timekeeping, priced at ¥99,000 (~$638) and ¥126,500 (~$816).
Anubhav Sharma, 28 Feb 2026 08:20
The Vivo Pad 5 Pro's display.

Vivo Pad 6 Pro: New Android tablet leak reveals flagship chipset and launch timeline

Vivo is expected to introduce a new Android tablet: the Vivo Pad 6 Pro. Ahead of an official announcement, a leak has now revealed the key specifications of the tablet along with its launch timeline.
Huzefa Baloch, 28 Feb 2026 07:58
The Astell & Kern PD20 DAP can customize audio reproduction for each user thanks to a built-in hearing test.

Astell & Kern unveils PD20 portable digital audio player with built-in hearing test for personalized high-resolution music playback

Astell & Kern has unveiled the quad-DAC PD20 digital audio player for high-resolution music enthusiasts, supporting both balanced and unbalanced headphones along with DSD512 and PCM 768 kHz lossless streams. Its standout feature is a built-in hearing test, enabling optimized sound for every user.
David Chien, 28 Feb 2026 07:01
The standard OnePlus 15.

OnePlus 15T: New compact flagship phone spotted in spy shot

Last year's OnePlus 13T is set to be succeeded by the OnePlus 15T. The device is expected to be a compact flagship with a 6.3-inch display. Ahead of the official launch, a leaked spy shot offers a first look at the device.
Huzefa Baloch, 28 Feb 2026 05:04
It appears that the long-awaited Orange Pi Neo gaming handheld has been put on hold.

Linux-based Orange Pi Neo gaming handheld delayed due to rising RAM and storage costs

The Orange Pi Neo gaming handheld has been delayed, blaming supply chain issues. The gaming handheld was first announced back in 2024, boasting a 7-inch FHD+ 120 Hz display, AMD Zen 4 APUs, and up to 2 TB storage.
Sambit Saha, 28 Feb 2026 02:17
The Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 will be available in green.

Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 gets a gorgeous green variant

The Huawei Watch Ultimate 2 has received a color refresh five months after it was first announced. The new color is eye-catching, but there's no info yet on its price and availability.
Habeeb Onawole, 28 Feb 2026 02:12
Citizen Record Label Playground Edition: JG2170-59Y (left) and JG2120-73L (right)

Citizen's new limited-edition "Ana-Digi Temp" watches blend retro-futuristic flair with playful nostalgia

Citizen is reviving one of its most delightfully over-engineered ’80s watches with two new limited-edition Ana-Digi Temp models. Packed with analog sub-dials, LCD screens, and a thermometer, the retro-futuristic Playground Edition blends neon nostalgia with gadget-era charm. Each version is limited to just 500 units.
Kristen Spradlin, 28 Feb 2026 01:58
The Intel Core 9 273PQE has been spotted in the wild.

Intel Core 9 273PQE "Bartlett Lake-S" CPU with 12 P-cores appears in the wild

We now know that the upcoming Intel Bartlett Lake-S family will not witness a launch for consumers. However, the top-end Core 9 273PQE has somehow managed to find itself inside a Z790 board, despite not being able to boot.
Sambit Saha, 28 Feb 2026 01:43
AMD Zen 7 CPU renders have leaked.

New AMD Zen 7 Grimlock Ridge and Zen 7 Silverlake leak reveals pictures of 32-core and 8-core AM5 desktop CPUs

Moore's Law Is Dead has, for the first time, revealed renders of AMD Zen 7 "Grimlock Ridge" desktop CPUs. The Zen 7 Grimlock Ridge desktop CPUs will allegedly bring up to 32 cores, courtesy of 16-core CCDs. AMD will reportedly also offer a mainstream 8-core Zen 7 CPU called "Grimlock Silverlake".
Fawad Murtaza, 28 Feb 2026 01:33
The Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 in grey.

Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 get a global version, but they are missing key features from the Chinese version

Two months after their debut in China, the Huawei FreeBuds Pro 5 are now available in several markets across the globe. However, while the global version of the premium earbuds look like the Chinese version, they are not the same in terms of features.
Habeeb Onawole, 28 Feb 2026 00:11
DJI Osmo Pocket 4 leaked retail packaging.

DJI Osmo Pocket 4: Leaked user guide tells all about new vlogging camera

DJI's long-awaited vlogging camera has resurfaced. While not official just yet, the Creator Combo has been teased in a new leak, as have the camera's physical controls. Seemingly, some people have already received early Osmo Pocket 4 units too.
Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2026 00:00
Feb 27
Bloodborne banner with FromSoftware logo is shown

FromSoftware rejected a PS5 Bloodborne remake from Bluepoint Games, not Sony PlayStation

The saga of the missing Bloodborne remake has taken another unexpected turn. Now-closed Bluepoint Games, which reintroduced Demon’s Souls to the PS5, made multiple proposals to revamp the classic. As it turns out, FromSoftware may have denied fans a remake or remaster, rather than Sony.
Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2026 23:05
The Asus NUC 16 for Windows 365 will launch later this year.

Asus and Dell announce new mini PCs for Windows 365

Dell and Asus have announced new mini PCs intended for use with Windows 365. These systems will not power themselves, but will simply allow users to operate Windows running in the cloud.
Sambit Saha, 27 Feb 2026 23:00
A conceptual image of the James Webb Space Telescope

February Picture of the Month: ESA shares beautiful image of a spiral galaxy

Webb utilized powerful instruments to create a detailed image of galaxy NGC 5134. From this observation, astronomers can understand the life cycle of stars and apply that knowledge to galaxies that appear as small as a dot in images.
Chibuike Okpara, 27 Feb 2026 22:40
The iFi Audio Go Link 2 DAC brings lossless high-resolution music playback to smartphones and laptops.

iFi Audio launches Go Link 2 USB-C DAC supporting DSD256 and PCM 384 kHz high-resolution music streams with a 10Hz to 80kHz frequency response

iFi Audio has launched the Go Link 2, its latest petite USB-C digital audio converter. The DAC allows smartphone and laptop owners to enjoy lossless DSD256 and PCM 384 kHz audio streams from online music services such as Tidal.
David Chien, 27 Feb 2026 22:21
Blender on iPad is unlikely to become a reality anytime soon.

Blender temporarily abandons Apple iPad app development in favor of Android

According to a recent statement made by Blender developer Dalai Felinto, the Blender for iPad project has been put on hold. No further clarifications were stated, apart from an unofficial response claiming that the team has prioritized Android tablets.
Sambit Saha, 27 Feb 2026 21:51
The Bose QuietComfort ANC headphones in Sandstone are on sale at Amazon.

Deal | Amazon offers Bose QuietComfort headphones with top-notch noise cancellation at a bargain price

The Bose QuietComfort over-ear headphones in select colors are on sale at Amazon at 43% off the MSRP. They come with highly effective active noise cancellation technology that can strongly suppress background noise when walking on city streets or riding in airplanes and trains.
David Chien, 27 Feb 2026 21:40
A decorative image showing a chip with the acronym "AI" written on it

Researchers double AI training speeds by taming long-tail inefficiencies in processor utilization

A novel system leverages idle computing power to train a smaller draft model on the fly, drastically accelerating reinforcement learning for complex large language models without sacrificing accuracy.
Chibuike Okpara, 27 Feb 2026 21:26
Xgimi’s new Z6X portable projector

Xgimi launches new budget portable projector with integrated gimbal stand

Xgimi has launched a new portable projector, the Z6X 5th Generation, in China. This budget model has tools like MEMC motion smoothing and automatic focus. It also comes with an integrated gimal stand, built-in speakers and ports including HDMI 2.1 (eARC) and USB.
Polly Allcock, 27 Feb 2026 21:09
An image showing Aegis in front of a building in Steelrising.

Deal | This action RPG set during the French Revolution in Paris in 1789 is 90% off on Steam

Steelrising is an action RPG set in an alternative version of the French Revolution. You play as a robot and must face the king’s armies by attacking your enemies and using Paris as a playground to save the revolution.
Alexis Stegmann, 27 Feb 2026 21:07
Honor executive Fei Wang has shared real-life images of the Honor Magic V6 foldable.

Crease-free Honor Magic V6 foldable appears in real-life hands-on images

A high-ranking Honor executive has shared real-life images of the next-generation Honor Magic V6 foldable smartphone, launching next month. With a crease-free display and a plethora of other rumored updates, the V6 sure looks quite enticing.
Sambit Saha, 27 Feb 2026 20:51
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x Gen 9 (model 14Q8X9) is available in the Cosmic Blue colorway

Deal | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x 14 with 90 Hz 3K OLED screen discounted below $650

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x 14 Gen 9 features a high-refresh-rate OLED touch display, Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite SoC, 16 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB SSD. Three 40 Gbps USB-C ports round out the package, but nothing else - not even a 3.5 mm audio jack.
Tudor Cibean, 27 Feb 2026 20:05
The JapanNext 28.2-inch office monitor sports an affordable 3:2 4K IPS panel.

Affordable 28.2-inch 4k monitor arrives with 3:2 IPS panel sporting 95% DCI-P3 coverage

Monitors with 3:2 panels are definitely not as common as widescreen monitors, but they do exist and serve people who prefer having more vertical real estate without having to move to a larger size.
Sambit Saha, 27 Feb 2026 20:02
Mario Kart World shown on Switch 2

Nintendo quietly approved Switch 2 price increase due to memory costs, says analyst

Higher memory costs haven’t yet prompted an official Switch 2 price hike. Still, an industry consultant points out that some gamers are already paying more for the console. Matthew Ball thinks that Nintendo axed the Mario Kart World bundle to protect profits during the component shortage.
Adam Corsetti, 27 Feb 2026 19:52
The 77-inch Samsung S90D is an OLED TV bargain at a sale price of just $1,500

Deal | 77-inch Samsung OLED TV with 144Hz and 1,200 nits drops to one of its best prices ever

Although the Samsung S90D hit the market back in 2024, the QD-OLED TV is very similar to the latest model variant but also much cheaper thanks to a large discount at Best Buy.
Enrico Frahn, 27 Feb 2026 19:51
The Ulefone RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro phone features a detachable action camera and a 64 MP night vision camera.

Ulefone teases RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro smartphone with detachable action camera

Ulefone has announced the RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro smartphone prototype, its first with a detachable action camera. The 6.67-inch phone also features a 9,000 mAh battery and a 64 MP night vision camera.
David Chien, 27 Feb 2026 18:55
Wall-mounted smart display setup with Waveshare ESP32-P4-based development board

Waveshare: New 4.3-inch smart display features Wi-Fi 6, a touchscreen, and an optional 5MP camera

A new 4.3-inch touchscreen display can be used as an affordable smart home control panel or an AI edge terminal for a professional-looking, DIY setup. It combines a capacitive IPS touchscreen, dual microphones, an onboard audio codec, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, making it suitable for voice-enabled dashboards, IoT controllers, and interactive HMI applications.
Debashis Das, 27 Feb 2026 18:50
Raul Bautista, one of the characters in GTA 6.

GTA 6 leaks: Alleged former Rockstar employee shares some crazy in-game features

GTA 6 is scheduled for release on November 19, if there are no more delays. The leaks and rumors, however, have been coming in non-stop and a few days ago, a Reddit post made some borderline unbelievable claims.
Vineet Washington, 27 Feb 2026 18:48
We've reviewed the black Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro, but Woot is now selling the "Arctic Gold" variant at a huge discount

Deal | Popular Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro smartwatch gets massive 37% discount

The Amazon-owned online retailer Woot is currently offering the 44mm Amazfit smartwatch for $249, which is the result of a huge 37% price drop compared to the T-Rex 3 Pro's official list price.
Enrico Frahn, 27 Feb 2026 18:41
Ultrahuman's new Ring Pro

Ultrahuman releases new smart ring with 15-day battery life in Europe

Ultrahuman is now accepting pre-orders for the new Ring Pro in countries across Europe. The latest model offers several upgrades over its predecessor, such as a 15-day battery life and improved sensors. Plus, the new Ultrahuman Jade feature offers AI insights to all customers free of charge.
Polly Allcock, 27 Feb 2026 18:32
The next-generation Studio Display might sport 120 Hz refresh rate and HDR support.

Apple Studio Display 2 leaks again with 120 Hz panels, HDR support, and speaker updates

According to discoveries made by the MacWorld team, Apple might be gearing up to launch two separate variants of the Studio Display monitor with an interesting set of differences.
Sambit Saha, 27 Feb 2026 17:43
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold unfolded.

Galaxy S26 Edge and TriFold 2 may never exist, as Samsung ponders viability

Samsung is reportedly unsure whether it is worth investing in another slim flagship to follow the Galaxy S25 Edge. The existence of the successor to the Galaxy Z TriFold is also up in the air.
Vineet Washington, 27 Feb 2026 17:28
Bungie’s new extraction shooter Marathon is scheduled for release on March 5, 2026.

Steam hype before launch: New extraction shooter starts free “Server Slam” and surpasses Arc Raiders

Bungie’s new extraction shooter Marathon, set to launch on March 5 and already available for pre-order, is currently the third best-selling game on Steam in the United States. From February 28, players can try the game for free during the final test phase – the “Server Slam” – which grants several days of open access.
Marius Müller, 27 Feb 2026 17:26
Pictured - an ingame screenshot from Iverian Wars.

New free-to-play MMORPG crash-lands on Steam with an 1,800+ player peak and abysmal reviews

Iverian Wars: Craxion vs Defugel launched Feb 24, 2026 to a "Mostly Negative" 28% rating. Despite a 1,839 player peak, the 4Story reskin is under constant fire for poor optimization, bottlenecked quests, and heavy P2W mechanics.
Anubhav Sharma, 27 Feb 2026 17:16
An artist's illustration showing a supernova.

An explosion as powerful as a billion suns could confirm the presence of a new stellar object

A powerful explosion was discovered by astronomers, but its origin is still a mystery, although some hypotheses have been put forward. Thus, new studies must be conducted in the near future to answer these questions.
Alexis Stegmann, 27 Feb 2026 17:16
The iPhone was deemed secure enough to handle NATO classified information.

NATO approves iPhone, iPad for use with classified information

NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, has authorized Apple mobile devices for use with classified information within the organization, according to Apple. This makes the iPhone and the iPad the first (and currently only) consumer devices to meet NATO's software security standards.
Sam Medley, 27 Feb 2026 16:57
Bluestar Linux 6.18.9 now available with a new kernel and multiple updated packages

Arch-based Bluestar Linux 6.18.9 drops with a new kernel, Firefox 148, LibreOffice 26.2.1, and more

Advertised as an operating system "that provides a breadth of functionality and ease of use without sacrificing aesthetics," Bluestar Linux has just been updated to version 6.18.9. Its highlights include LibreOffice 26.2.1, the 6.18.13 kernel, the Nvidia driver with version number 590.48.01, Firefox 148, Chromium 145.0.7632.116, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Feb 2026 16:36
The “BK Assistant” AI platform is intended to track service staff performance in Burger King restaurants, including how friendly employees are during customer interactions.

AI aims to make Burger King staff more friendly – Reddit responds with heavy criticism

Burger King is testing an AI assistant integrated into employees’ headsets – a system designed not only to streamline operations but also to assess how friendly staff are during customer interactions. The trial has sparked strong criticism on Reddit, where many users describe the technology as AI-driven surveillance.
Marius Müller, 27 Feb 2026 16:26
The 8 TB WD SN850X + MSI RTX 5070 Shadow 2X combo is now $635 off on Newegg.

Deal | $635 discount: GeForce RTX 5070 Shadow 2X and 8 TB WD SN850X SSD combo gets massive price cut

Thanks to an ongoing combo offer on Newegg, folks on the hunt for a high-capacity SSD and a gaming GPU can now save a whopping $635 on the RTX 5070 Shadow and WD SN850X 8 TB combo. Considering the ongoing insanity surrounding hardware prices, the aforementioned deal is definitely quite lucrative.
Sambit Saha, 27 Feb 2026 15:26

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