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A solo developer has rebuilt Pokémon Emerald from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5, spending nearly 12 hours a day on the project for two years. The first three Gyms are now playable for free.

Another gameplay leak for GTA 6 has surfaced. This time, Jason steals a hypercar and speeds through Vice City – with fans claiming to have spotted several new gameplay mechanics along the way.

Microsoft has released a standalone Windows 11 utility that pushes Bing as the default search engine in Chrome, Firefox and other browsers. The tool installs a Bing extension and encourages users to keep Microsoft's search engine enabled.

OpenAI switches on ChatGPT Ads in 31 European markets on 24 August. Only Free and Go users see them, and in the EEA and Switzerland there is no personalization at launch, so there is nothing to consent to yet. The free plan still hides an ads-free option that costs you messages and tools.

Google can't be bothered with hardware and hasn’t learned anything about proper foldable design in four years. This harsh conclusion of durability tester and teardown expert Zack Nelson is scathing. Unlike Samsung’s significantly thinner Galaxy Z Fold 8 foldables, even the comparatively thick Pixel 11 Pro Fold cannot withstand the bend test—for one simple reason.

Honor has officially expanded the Pad X10 series with a new model: the Honor Pad X10 Pro Max. It features a larger display than the 11-inch Pad X10 and the 11.5-inch Pad X10 Pro.

The HP OmniBook 3 (14-hz0488nr) is available to order on Amazon and Best Buy. Like the MacBook Neo, the new 14-inch model comes with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, but it adds an OLED display, more ports, and a much larger battery for a much lower price.

AOC has revealed a new 27-inch budget-oriented gaming monitor. Featuring a QHD IPS panel with a peak 260 Hz refresh rate and 95% DCI-P3 coverage, the Q27G4ZRAD/01 offers a solid overall package at a digestible price point.

GPD has stated that the $1,750 starting price for its upcoming UMPC-gaming handheld is the best they could have offered for the product. Given just how pricey its competitors' offerings are, along with ever-increasing components prices, GPD's statements are hard to argue against.

Following earlier price hikes in April in the US, YouTube Premium is set to get more expensive across multiple European nations and additionally Singapore, requiring subscribers to agree to the new rates by October 10 to avoid service interruptions.

Employees who once planned to retire at Bethesda say Microsoft's ownership brought something the studio had never had before: annual layoffs.

Valve has showcased a new list of Steam Frame-compatible games on its platform and outlined the compatibility criteria. Based on the available selection, the upcoming VR headset can also run 2D and existing, older VR titles.

Valve has finally released Proton version 11.0-2, which brings a long list of fixes, improvements, and compatibility changes for Linux and SteamOS devices.

Early indications are that Modern Warfare 4 beta will meet expectations on the Switch 2. Videos have surfaced showing the Call of Duty game rendering the chaotic action at 60 fps. Still, some textures and animations are a step down from the PS5, Xbox, and PC versions.

Since its formation, the Milky Way has merged with other galaxies, contributing to its current shape and composition. But recently, astronomers have found evidence of another merger that occurred shortly after the Big Bang.

A new leak suggests Qualcomm is borrowing the "Extreme" branding from its laptop chips for its next flagship mobile platform, ditching the "Pro" name that had circulated for months.

A reliable insider has provided a glimpse of the tense atmosphere inside Rockstar Games. The studio’s strong security protocols didn’t stop GTA 6 leaks of a playable build. Regardless, Cyberleek won’t disrupt a marketing campaign that includes the upcoming Netflix special.

HP has added a new OmniBook 3 16 configuration with AMD's Ryzen 7 H 255 processor, 16 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD. The laptop also has a 16-inch 2.5K 240 Hz display, a 68 Wh battery and a 1.64 kg chassis. In China, it is priced at 6,399 yuan (about $952).

Sony has finally unveiled an extensive look at Silent Hill: Townfall’s gameplay. The game appears to follow the model of Silent Hill 2 Remake, with similar melee and firearm-based combat.

Garmin has delivered a new update for many of its popular mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update aims to improve connectivity across the Forerunner series in a specific area.

Lenovo has launched a new 15-inch gaming laptop globally. Equipped with a 165 Hz display, the LOQ Essential 15IPH11 dispenses with Nvidia graphics in favour of the Arc B390 found inside the Core Ultra X7 358H. Intel's Panther Lake platform promises to provide superior battery life than many competing gaming laptops, too.

Amazon is offering two 40mm Timex Expedition Scout field watches at notable discounts, including a black-dial model for $37, or 37% off. With a quartz movement, 50-meter water resistance, Indiglo backlighting, and a leather strap, the Scout is a practical, affordable everyday watch with classic military styling.

Activision has released detailed system requirements for the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta. Along with the minimum and recommended system requirements, the publisher has also announced a new shader pre-loading feature to go with its TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot requirements for anti-cheat software.

Acer has finally started selling one of its lightest 14-inch laptops internationally. Weighing just 990 g, the new Swift Edge 14 combines a 65 Wh battery with a 120 Hz OLED display, up to 32 GB of RAM, and a choice of Intel Panther Lake processors.

Seiko has launched a watch based on the Setouchi Blue One Piece Shinkansen. It is now open for order at ¥76,780 (~$482) including tax. The steel quartz chronograph has a Hardlex crystal and 10 bar rating, and ships from mid-January 2027.

Nitecore has unveiled the NWE10, a particularly loud acoustic emergency signaling device that charges via USB-C. It also offers modes designed to help users locate one another within a group.

A prototype identified as the Poco F9 Ultra has reportedly appeared on Geekbench 7, scoring 2,980 in single-core and 10,030 in multi-core testing. The listing shows a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset paired with 16GB of RAM and Android 16.

The Baseus PicoGo Pro is a newly revealed charger in China, and with its compact form factor and smart display, it stands as a direct rival to the 45W Anker Nano. It can even recognize a predefined set ot devices. The launch price is CNY 129, about $19.

Xiaomi has launched the new Poco M8x smartphone in the Indian market. The new 5G-enabled smartphone features a Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 chipset and a large 7,900 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging support. Interestingly, the device also supports 22.5 W reverse-wired charging.

Adobe is significantly expanding its generative creative platform Firefly by making three key audio tools available to all users. Firefly can now generate music, voices, and sound effects from simple prompts. All audio content is explicitly cleared for use in commercial video projects. The company is also adding leading models such as Google's Gemini.

Lenovo has finally released one of its Intel Wildcat Lake-based ThinkPads in the US. Also available in Canada and elsewhere as part of a global release, the ThinkPad E14 Gen 8 combines efficient processors with a 400-nit display and upgradeable memory for $1,399.

In Total War: Rome II - Emperor Edition, you return to Ancient Rome during the Roman Republic’s expansion. Choose your side, develop your faction and armies, and defeat your opponents in real-time tactical battles.

With screens, users often get too many choices with compromises. Often, you have inefficient OLED screens with PWM, or lower res IPS panels that do not offer good quality. That is why it is a breath of fresh air that the HP ZBook 8 G2a 14 offers a screen that has no compromises.

Take-Two is taking legal action against the hacker group, starting by trying to identify who the people behind the screens are or where they might be located. This comes ahead of the Netflix extended look and marketing push planned to promote GTA 6.

The Swiss-made Q Timex GMT is down to $134 on the bracelet and $104 on rubber at Jomashop, below the TW2V38100's $164 Amazon low. Jomashop is a grey-market seller, so Timex's warranty does not apply and the 1-year coverage comes from the retailer instead.

Enterprise SSD prices have soared as AI infrastructure drives demand for storage, with a 30TB TLC drive now costing around $22,600. HDDs are far cheaper, but securing their supply through 2027 is becoming increasingly difficult.

A fresh GTA 6 leak reportedly contains more than two minutes of driving footage featuring an alleged Bugatti Divo-inspired hypercar. The clip also appears to show new carjacking mechanics and NPC behaviour.

Xiaomi has launched the new affordable smartwatch, the Redmi Watch 6 Active, in China. The company’s new smartwatch now comes with a slim design, an AMOLED panel, and IP68 water resistance. Plus, it supports an always-on display and 140 sports modes.

Just how fast are the most powerful smartphones, really? Geekbench 7 aims to provide an answer with new tests and more realistic workloads. We take a look at the current performance elite and put the results into perspective.

A Xianyu seller who previously sold leaked Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro engineering samples has now listed chips said to be MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 and an unannounced flagship model, possibly from the Dimensity 9600 series.

Up to 200 players and bots, fully destructible battlefields and plenty of gallows humor – the chaotic Battlefield alternative Over The Top: WWI is free to play on Steam over the weekend and will then be available at its lowest price ever.

Not all charging cables are created equal. Whether it's data transfer speed, charging power, or maximum video resolution: anyone buying a new USB cable today has to look out for more than just the right connector. A project on Kickstarter is now presenting a cable that can do even more thanks to its built-in display.

Leaked images point to a rectangular addition to Casio's Beside line, the BMS-105, in four references with sapphire crystals and Roman numerals. The leaker places the launch in September; however, Casio has confirmed nothing.

After years of waiting, the community got its first real look at GTA 6 gameplay not from Rockstar, but from a leaker. Many fans had imagined things differently. Reddit is now debating whether Rockstar itself bears some of the blame.

The panoramic glass roof of the premium 3-row Genesis GV90 electric SUV carries the world's first rooftop airbag protection against extreme rollover scenarios. The luxury family SUV has heated floors and no B-pillars.

The AGM PAD P3 Compact is a rugged 8.68-inch Android tablet designed for one-handed use. It features a 120 Hz display, MediaTek Helio G99 processor, 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, while the Global version also supports 4G and eSIM.

The Geekom IT13 Max is a compact mini PC with powerful Intel hardware, extensive features, and fast Wi-Fi. In our review, the system demonstrates its strengths in terms of computing power and value for money but also reveals some weaknesses. The mini PC is currently available for $799.

The Teclast ArtPad was recently detailed in the global market, and the affordable tablet has now launched in China. It's retailing for CNY 1,099, about $163, and a big highlight is its large 120Hz display that's paired with a 10,000mAh battery.

The Xbox Series X25 was unveiled during the Xbox Game Showcase back in June, and Microsoft is currently expected to reveal more details during Gamescom 2026. However, it looks like its price and release date have already leaked.

Koelnmesse and game confirm Gamescom 2026 has sold out its entire 233,000 sqm exhibition floor with 1,600 exhibitors and record indie participation.