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Feb 22
Apollo 17 astronaut Gene Cernan in 1972

NASA rules out March lunar launch following SLS helium flow failure

The highly anticipated crewed lunar flyby faces another delay as technical anomalies force the Space Launch System rocket back to the Vehicle Assembly Building for repairs.
Chibuike Okpara, 22 Feb 2026 16:07
The MTT AIBOOK costs around $1,447 in China. Pictured: a promo picture showing a portion of the laptop's side.

Moore Threads intros MacBook Pro-esque laptop with Chinese SoC, OLED display, and 32GB RAM

The Moore Threads MTT AIBook is a new premium laptop from the company, and it's one of the very few systems that are powered by the China-made M1000 SoC. It features 32GB of RAM, a 120Hz OLED display, and a MacBook Pro-styled chassis.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Feb 2026 15:59
The OnePlus Pad Go 2.

Deal | OnePlus Pad Go 2: 12.1-inch Android tablet now $50 off with free stylus and folio case

The OnePlus Pad Go 2 is currently available at a 12% discount, with two accessories offered as part of the deal. The 12.1-inch tablet features an aluminum build, a Dimensity 7300 Ultra chipset, and a 10,050 mAh battery.
Huzefa Baloch, 22 Feb 2026 15:39
WhatsApp users might be able to send scheduled messages in the near future.

Leak: WhatsApp is developing a much-awaited feature that will allow users to schedule messages

According to a reliable source, WhatsApp is developing a feature which will finally allow users to schedule messages to be sent at a later date and time, without having to resort to non-native workarounds.
Sambit Saha, 22 Feb 2026 15:26
Linzin's modded iPhone Air packs a physical SIM slot and transparent back.

iPhone Air modded with a transparent back and SIM slot shows off its nerdy internals

We have seen transparent iPhone mods before, even for the ultra-slim iPhone Air. However, a YouTuber decided to take things further, and equip his iPhone Air not only with a transparent back, but also an actual physical SIM slot that works just fine.
Sambit Saha, 22 Feb 2026 15:17
The MEon1 is currently available for around $103. Pictured: a promo picture of the Google TV box

Mecool launches affordable 4K Google TV box with expandable storage and LAN port

The Mecool MEon1 is a new 4K Google TV box from the company, and it comes packed with features. With the launch price being around $100, the device has expandable storage and is powered by Amlogic S905X4 and Android 14.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Feb 2026 13:54
The RTX 5070-powered Lenovo Legion 5i gaming laptop is now $705 off for a limited time.

Deal | Lenovo Legion 5i gaming laptop with GeForce RTX 5070 gets $705 discount

Courtesy of an ongoing sale on Lenovo's online store, the well-equipped Legion 5i 15 gaming laptop with a 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU and RTX 5070 Laptop GPU can now be bought with an attractive $705 discount. The QHD gamer sports great performance paired with a beautiful OLED display.
Sambit Saha, 22 Feb 2026 13:41
Researchers Mariam Naseem and Marc Neveu sampling and bottling brine from sea ice in Antarctica

NASA drills 3,675 feet under Antarctic ice for samples in search of life on icy worlds

Two NASA researchers successfully collected samples from 3,675 feet beneath Antarctic waters. They aim to run simulations on the samples to understand the changes that happen to similar water molecules that erupt into space from icy planets. This could be a big step forward in the search for life on those icy worlds.
Chibuike Okpara, 22 Feb 2026 13:34
Renders of the Evercade wireless controller

Evercade Wireless Controller announced for VS, VS‑R and Alpha, launches September 2026

Evercade has announced the Evercade Wireless Controller for its VS, VS‑R, and Alpha systems, with a confirmed release date of 28 September 2026 and pre-orders already available at select retailers.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 22 Feb 2026 13:17
Steam Deck OLED is an improved version of Valve's portable console, which is now available for purchase, but not everywhere

Steam Deck shortage goes global as AI memory crunch deepens

The Steam Deck is now out of stock across much of Europe, Canada, and Japan, as memory and storage shortages linked to the AI data center boom disrupt supply. Valve confirms the issue, with restocking timelines still unclear in several regions.
Andrew Sozinov, 22 Feb 2026 12:50
ESA's official logo

ESA set to use high-power lasers to prevent collisions in space

ESA is entering the early design and implementation phase of a project that will use lasers to push space debris out of the way. This will be an upgrade to current space safety technologies.
Chibuike Okpara, 22 Feb 2026 11:54
Mars Global Localization pinpoints Perseverances location

NASA's new tech finally lets the Perseverance rover track its location in real time

NASA’s Perseverance team recorded the first successful use of a new technology that helps the rover figure out its exact location by itself. Perseverance did this by taking images of its location and matching them with data from NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO).
Chibuike Okpara, 22 Feb 2026 11:31
Even with 60W fast charging, the S26 Ultra will reportedly charge up to 75% in 30 minutes. Pictured: a leaked promo image of the phone.

New Galaxy S26 Ultra promo leak hints at unchanged battery life and charging speed

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is set to launch soon. While there are rumors of faster charging than the predecessor, a new official promo leak hints that there won't be any major change in speed or even battery life.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 22 Feb 2026 09:22
The OnePlus 13T.

OnePlus 15s: High-end compact phone reportedly back on the cards with reworked cameras

Reports from earlier in the year claimed OnePlus had shelved its plans to release the OnePlus 15s. The 15s, meant to be a direct successor to last year's OnePlus 13T-based 13s, now looks to be back on the cards, however.
Ricci Rox, 22 Feb 2026 06:43
The affordable AceBook 8 laptop has received a CPU upgrade

AceBook 8: New 15-inch laptop costs just $585

With an Intel processor and a card reader, Blackview's AceBook 8 is now available in a new configuration. It sports USB Type-C, but won't be suitable for demanding workloads.
Silvio Werner, 22 Feb 2026 04:45
Der Raspberry Pi Pico

Massive performance boost: Raspberry Pi processor can be overclocked extremely well

According to user reports, a chip from the Raspberry Pi Foundation can be massively overclocked, which can deliver a major performance boost. However, this does not suddenly turn the Raspberry Pi RP2350 into a performance monster.
Silvio Werner, 22 Feb 2026 04:34
Several commercial Lenovo products including PCs, tablets, and desktops will soon witness price hikes.

Lenovo warns partners of upcoming price hikes across several product lines, including commercial PCs and servers

According to a recent letter circulated by Lenovo, the company will soon introduce price hikes affecting its IDG and ISG groups responsible for commercial PCs and data center infrastructure respectively. This was done, unsurprisingly, to keep up with the volatility surrounding the DRAM industry in particular.
Sambit Saha, 22 Feb 2026 02:11
Blue Dragon Xbox 360 NA cover art

ReXGlue SDK debut sparks Xbox 360-to-PC ports for Blue Dragon & more

The debut of the ReXGlue SDK for Xbox 360-to-PC recompilations has spurred the launch of four wildly different recompilation projects, though three of them are tied to deceased mangaka Akira Toriyama of Dragon Ball fame. ReXGlue SDK also lays the groundwork for many more recomps to come.
Christopher Harper, 22 Feb 2026 01:14
Grace Ashcroft from Resident Evil Requiem is shown

Resident Evil Requiem leaks prompt ex-Capcom director to wish death for offending gamers

The Resident Evil 2 director recommends a harsh sentence for anyone responsible for spoilers. Hideki Kamiya echoed Capcom’s position, warning fans against posting Resident Evil Requiem leaks. Risking copyright infringement, gamers continue to share footage before its release date.
Adam Corsetti, 22 Feb 2026 01:07
Feb 21
Drive deleted instead of folder

ChatGPT 5.3 Codex erases entire hard drive thanks to tiny error

Small mistake, big impact. A misplaced backslash caused a PowerShell script running on GPT to completely erase the hard drive contents for a Reddit user. A simple "typo" that could have happened to anyone reveals that it's not just vibecoding that is prone to errors.
Marc Herter, 21 Feb 2026 23:20
Garmin Connect Plus appears to be quite successful

Garmin Connect Plus: Controversial smartwatch subscription seems to be successful as company stays the course

Garmin offers a paid premium service for its wearables. Many users have strongly criticized this kind of paywall, but it probably won’t go away anytime soon.
Silvio Werner, 21 Feb 2026 22:46
The Motorola Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition was announced at CES 2026.

Deal | Special Edition Motorola Razr 2025 gets discounted and comes with a free gift

Just a few weeks after hitting store shelves, the Motorola Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition is now available at a discount. In addition to the reduced price, Motorola is also including a free gift with the purchase of the phone.
Habeeb Onawole, 21 Feb 2026 21:59
An image showing a creature in The Surge 2.

Deal | This RPG with souls-like mechanics, beloved by gamers, is currently 90% off on Steam

The Surge 2, an RPG with soulslike mechanics, immerses you in a world ruled by armed soldiers and robots. Its punitive gameplay requires you to choose the right strategy to defeat your enemies with many weapons and gadgets.
Alexis Stegmann, 21 Feb 2026 21:19
Pictured - the Citizen Tsuyosa NJ0151-88M against a blue background with other items.

Deal | Citizen's Tsuyosa NJ0151-88M mechanical watch with sapphire crystal gets its biggest-ever discount

Citizen's Tsuyosa NJ0151-88M has hit a market low of $297.95 at Walmart, effectively beating its previous $315 Amazon record. At 37% off MSRP, this "Ice Blue" automatic finally undercuts the price floor for sapphire-equipped integrated sports watches.
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Feb 2026 20:02
The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D + V-Color Manta XSky 32 GB DDR5-6400 bundle is now $350 off on Newegg.

Deal | Outstanding AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D gaming CPU bundled with 32 GB DDR5-6400 RAM scores $350 discount

Newegg is currently offering a massive discount on a gaming hardware bundle consisting of the amazing AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU and 32 GB of V-Color Manta XSky DDR5-6400 RAM. For gamers looking to build a new high-end gaming PC, the aforementioned bundle could be a great starting point.
Sambit Saha, 21 Feb 2026 19:11
A screengrab of Nioh 3's 1 Million Copies sold announcement by Team Ninja

Nioh 3 sells 1 million in two weeks as Team Ninja sets franchise record despite PC optimization concerns

Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo report that Nioh 3 has sold over 1 million copies in its first two weeks, making it the fastest-selling entry in the series and pushing the franchise past 10 million lifetime sales.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 21 Feb 2026 19:08
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has once again graced Geekbench 6 with better-than-ever scores.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra thrashes iPhone 17 Pro Max harder than ever in latest Geekbench 6 run

In the latest round of Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra benchmark leaks, the upcoming flagship appears to have managed its highest scores yet, defeating the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by as much as 20% in multi-core tests.
Sambit Saha, 21 Feb 2026 19:06
Phil Spencer in interview is shown

Phil Spencer reportedly planned to launch new Xbox console, but slow sales forced retirement

Former Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer first considered leaving the company later in 2025. Still, he may have intended to delay retirement until after the next Xbox console shipped. A leaker who predicted the move blames the sudden shakeup on dwindling hardware and software sales.
Adam Corsetti, 21 Feb 2026 18:45
xSDR packs a 2x2 MIMO software-defined radio in a tiny M.2 2230 module.

This tiny M.2 module turns your everyday laptop into a penetration testing tool

Wavelet Lab’s xSDR is a tiny M.2 2230 A+E-key software-defined radio (SDR) module built to plug straight into laptops, tablets, embedded PCs, and other compact systems. Just drop this tiny card into a spare M.2 slot, and turn it into a portable cellular network analyzer or penetration testing tool.
Debashis Das, 21 Feb 2026 18:19
The Akasa Euler CMX mini ITX PC case is now available in several regions.

Akasa Euler CMX: Tiny 4-liter fanless PC case arrives with support for up to Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs

The Akasa Euler CMX is a new Mini ITX PC case that adopts a fanless design, and supports up to Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs with a maximum TDP of 35 watts. The case is priced at a premium, and is already available for purchase in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Sambit Saha, 21 Feb 2026 17:20
Intel's Core 200E lineup will feature up to 12-core setups consisting of performance cores only.

Intel Core 200E "Bartlett Lake-S" CPUs with P-core-exclusive setups leak with up to 12 cores and 5.9 GHz boost clock

Intel's entire Bartlett Lake-S family of LGA 1700 CPUs has leaked, revealing up to a 12 performance-core-only configuration with a 5.9 GHz single-core boost clock. Unfortunately, however, gamers are unlikely to be able to utilize these chips for their gaming rigs.
Sambit Saha, 21 Feb 2026 17:18
Khadas Mind Pro Intel Panther Lake mini PC has been tested.

Khadas Mind Pro Intel Panther Lake mini PC tested: Arc B390 practically disqualifies RTX 4050 from mini PCs

The Khadas Mind Pro, powered by the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H and up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, is a super portable and powerful mini PC. The mini PC has been tested in synthetic benchmarks and a variety of AAA games. The results are quite impressive.
Fawad Murtaza, 21 Feb 2026 16:18
The Warfare Legacy Collection is 25% off on Steam until March 2.

Deal | Steam: World War strategy from a different perspective (93% positive) now cheaper than ever

The Warfare Legacy Collection brings back the classic Flash-based World War strategy games Warfare 1917 and Warfare 1944 in remastered form, adding a new Battle of the Bulge campaign. Instead of the traditional isometric perspective, it adopts a distinctive side-scrolling view. The collection holds a 93% positive rating on Steam and is now 25% off for the first time, bringing the price down to around $7.50.
Marius Müller, 21 Feb 2026 15:19
Phil Spencer is stepping down as head of Microsoft Gaming. He is being succeeded by Asha Sharma, who previously led Microsoft’s CoreAI division.

Fears of stronger AI focus at Xbox: Microsoft Gaming CEO steps down – former CoreAI head takes over

Phil Spencer is stepping down as CEO of Microsoft Gaming, while Xbox President Sarah Bond is also leaving the company. Asha Sharma, formerly head of Microsoft’s CoreAI division, will assume leadership. Her appointment has sparked concern within the community, with many fearing a stronger push toward generative AI.
Marius Müller, 21 Feb 2026 14:52
Ubisoft currently appears to be concentrating primarily on the Far Cry and Assassin’s Creed franchises.

These Ubisoft projects remain in development after studio closures and cancellations

In an interview with Variety, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot outlined several projects currently in development. Insider sources have since provided additional details about the titles he referenced.
Marius Müller, 21 Feb 2026 14:44
Google Weather shortcut logo

Google is quietly killing Android's weather app experience

Google is phasing out Android’s longtime Weather app experience and redirecting users to a redesigned Google Search results page instead. While the new interface still shows forecasts, air quality, and AI-generated summaries, it lacks the fast, native feel of the original full-screen weather view. The change leaves most Android users without a proper first-party weather app, unless they own a Pixel.
Kishan Vyas, 21 Feb 2026 13:45
The Razr 2025 will receive 3 OS upgrades and 4 years of security updates.

Motorola releases Android 16 update for Razr 2025 and Razr Ultra 2025, but the Razr+ 2025 is MIA

Motorola has begun rolling out the Android 16 update to two of its 2025 foldable smartphones in the US. The update is being rolled out by Verizon and T-Mobile, but there are no reports of it rolling out to the Razr+ 2025.
Habeeb Onawole, 21 Feb 2026 13:08
AMD's Zen 6-based desktop processors may have been delayed

AMD Ryzen 11,000-series Zen 6 desktop CPUs tipped to launch in 2027

A report from Benchlife says AMD plans to showcase its next-generation desktop CPUs in 2027. They were originally slated to launch in 2026, two years after Zen 5 surfaced in 2024.
Anil Ganti, 21 Feb 2026 12:07
Google’s Chrome 145 stable line continues to move after the CVE-2026-2441 emergency patch, with additional security fixes arriving in newer builds

Google scrambles to patch flaws as exploit code goes public

Google has shipped newer Chrome 145 Stable builds after the CVE-2026-2441 zero-day fix, adding three more security patches, updating Extended Stable, and prompting a CISA KEV listing for the exploited flaw.
Darryl Linington, 21 Feb 2026 11:19
The two new free games will expire soon. Pictured: edited screenshot from Neon Phonk Robots with Indiegala logo on top.

Deal | Limited-time free games mix Cyberpunk-style neon action and physics puzzles on Inidegala

Indiegala is offering two new free games on its freebies section. One of them is Neon Phonk Robots, which has neon-soaked visuals that channel a Cyberpunk-inspired aesthetic. The second one is RoboBall, a physics-based puzzle game.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Feb 2026 11:04
The image captured by NASA

Scientists detect northern glow spanning Iceland and Canada

An imaging instrument on a NASA satellite just detected a striking display of lights dancing over the Denmark Strait and Eastern Canada. These Northern Lights (aurora) were produced by a minor geomagnetic storm.
Chibuike Okpara, 21 Feb 2026 10:14
Dell XPS 14 2026 review - (A LOT) better?!

Video | Dell XPS 14 2026 review - (A LOT) better?!

At CES 2026, Dell resurrected the XPS branding and released the all-new XPS 14, and we finally had the chance to properly test their take on what a thin, light, yet powerful laptop should look like.
Alexander Wätzel, 21 Feb 2026 09:49
Pictured - official cinematic artwork from Saints Row.

Saints Row prequel hits dead end as publisher ignores 1970s revival pitch

Following initial excitement regarding a potential franchise revival, original Saints Row design director Chris Stockman has confirmed that his 1970s-set prequel pitch has been "ghosted" by IP owner Embracer Group. This effectively stalls any immediate future for the series.
Anubhav Sharma, 21 Feb 2026 09:39
Promo image of the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Samsung One UI 9: New feature for Android 17-based update leaked

While Samsung has yet to roll out One UI 8.5 widely, work on One UI 9 appears to be progressing in parallel. A leak has surfaced online that points to a new software feature for the upcoming Android 17-based custom skin.
Huzefa Baloch, 21 Feb 2026 07:08
Bowser Jr. seen in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie cast leak reveals a villain who could join Bowser Jr.

Nintendo and Illumination’s The Super Mario Galaxy Movie already features a large ensemble of popular personalities. Nevertheless, a British cinema mentions an unconfirmed antagonist on its website. The character could help Bowser Jr. stop Mario and Luigi from foiling a plot to rescue his father.
Adam Corsetti, 21 Feb 2026 02:09
Citizen teamed up with French artist Romaric André's watch design project "seconde/seconde/ for its latest Tsuyosa watch.

New Citizen Tsuyosa x seconde/seconde/ limited edition watch features a katana minute hand, blue sunray dial, and automatic Caliber 8210

Citizen’s latest Tsuyosa collaboration with seconde/seconde/ gives the popular sport-luxury automatic a sharp twist, literally. The limited edition pairs a vivid blue sunray dial with a pixel-art katana minute hand that appears to slice straight through the hour markers, all powered by Citizen’s automatic Caliber 8210.
Kristen Spradlin, 21 Feb 2026 02:09
The Cloud Gateway Industrial (UCG Industrial) is part of the UniFi Industrial series

Ubiquiti launches fanless WiFi 7 router and plans more products in new UniFi Industrial series

With UniFi Industrial, Ubiquiti further expands into the professional market for rugged networking equipment. Because these products are fanless, they are intended to be particularly reliable. The UCG Industrial is the first product already on the market, and more are in development.
Andreas Sebayang, 21 Feb 2026 01:31
Huawei has only teased the Watch GT Runner 2's design.

Garmin alternative: New smartwatch launching globally with intelligent marathon mode

Garmin is on the verge of receiving a fresh shot in the arm from Huawei. Arriving later this month, the new smartwatch should deliver an advanced marathon mode experience unlike earlier models. Huawei will sell the Watch GT Runner 2 globally, too.
Alex Alderson, 21 Feb 2026 01:31
The TrimUI Smart Pro S is available in six colors, including yellow.

TrimUI Smart Pro S is available to buy on Amazon with no price markup

In addition to the manufacturer's website, the TrimUI Smart Pro S can also be purchased on Amazon. It is available in all six colors and at the MSRP along with the option of a microSD card.
Habeeb Onawole, 21 Feb 2026 01:10
LG's latest Gram 14 laptops boast up to 30.5 hours of idle battery life.

LG releases new 14-inch laptops before global launch

LG has released a wave of new 14-inch laptops. Available first in its home market, all variants feature AMD Gorgon Point processors and large batteries within lightweight housings. Intel Panther Lake alternatives will join the Gram 14 14Z95U globally later this year.
Alex Alderson, 21 Feb 2026 00:09

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