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Google’s latest December update adds practical one-handed controls to the Pixel Watch 4, allowing you to manage calls and notifications without ever touching the display. The new Double Pinch and Wrist Turn gestures let you pinch to answer calls or flick your wrist to dismiss alerts when your hands are full.

Casio has confirmed that the third G-Shock x Bamford collaboration watch, the GM-5600BWD-1, will be released in various European countries. Recently launched in the UK, this model has a high contrast black and blue design, with a steel bezel and resin strap. Features include a daily alarm, a precise stopwatch and a countdown timer.

The first Starlink store reviews have produced one surprise in the form of the first Starlink vending machine that offers great deals on equipment and service plans. The self-service kiosk promises to get you online in minutes and for free.

Intel's upcoming Core Ultra X9 388H has passed through Geekbench on its way to being released. Sporting 16 cores and an Arc B390 iGPU, the Panther Lake part is already giving the Core Ultra 9 285HX and Ryzen AI Max+ 395 a run for their money even at this early stage.

Monitors Unboxed has followed up its 18-month OLED monitor burn-in test with the latest 21-month update. The long-term burn-in testing revealed that the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED gaming monitor shows further panel degradation in areas that were previously affected by burn-in. However, the overall situation remains positive for the OLED monitor.

Google has announced extended repair programmes for all Pixel 9 Pro smartphones. Skipping the cheaper Pixel 9 and Pixel 9a, the repair programmes cover Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold handsets that exhibit display defects that are free from physical damage.

It looks as though Canon will soon launch a new camera based on the design of the AE-1 as a new mirrorless camera based on the EOS R6 Mark III's full-frame sensor and a cut-back video-centric feature set. The RE-1 will supposedly launch sometime in 2026, and a recent spec sheet leak suggests that the new camera will be a video-centric model with a surprisingly affordable price point.

IKEA is now selling the new Timmerflotte Temperature/humidity sensor, smart, online and in some physical stores in the UK. This round Matter-compatible smart home device can be used to show data about the current environment. Users are able to cycle between the two measurements at the push of a button.

The H3C MegaCube is a stylish mini-PC that measures just 150 × 150 × 50.5 mm. Nonetheless, the device should deliver a punch thanks to its Nvidia GB10 chipset and 128 GB of LPDDR5X RAM. The MegaCube has a high starting price to match, though.

The Teufel Cinebar 22, a soundbar delivering 5.1 channel surround sound, has been released in Europe. This Bluetooth model comes with a wireless subwoofer and can be expanded with optional wireless rear speakers. Plus, it is said to support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.

An insider recently revealed an image on X, indicating that the God of War license could be present at The Game Awards 2025. But it is necessary to remain cautious on this subject and wait until December 11 to find out if this is true.

The R36H Pro Max is a new retro gaming handheld equipped with a 768p IPS display and dual joysticks. Offered in multiple colours including a translucent variant, the R36H Pro Max also supports Wi-Fi connectivity for under $50.

An internet user has managed to somehow do the unthinkable - find a shockingly good deal on a gaming PC in 2025. The powerful gaming PC, rocking an RTX 4070 Ti Super gaming GPU and 64 GB DDR5-6000 RAM, was bought for just $600 - cheaper than the price of the memory alone.

The Cooler Master NR200 is a very decent mini ITX PC case. The product is particularly excellent for those who are new to SFF PC builds, courtesy of its spacious nature. Currently available for an all-time low price on Amazon, the NR200 is a great purchase.

The Trump administration just made China's AI development efforts much easier by allowing exports of high-end Nvidia chips. It still wants a cut of the profits, though, while China is not so certain it wants Nvidia chips.

The Xiaomi Mijia Lightweight Vacuum Cleaner has been released in China. This model comes with two brushhead attachments, making it adaptable for various scenarios. Other features include a 110,000 rpm motor, with various power modes, and a five-stage filtration system.

Samsung has launched its Galaxy Z TriFold foldable ahead of schedule. Now available in China, the ultra-premium foldable costs considerably more than in Samsung's home market.

The Epic Games Store has teased that it has a big surprise in store for fans with its first Mystery Game giveaway of the holiday season. With the storefront having now posted a teaser before its Game Awards announcement later this week, fans already believe that they have discovered what is in store ahead of time.

Xiaomi has released a new smart refrigerator in China. The Mijia Refrigerator Pro Micro-Freshness Dual System Cross-Type 560L has both fridge and freezer compartments, with independent temperature controls. Plus, it offers smart features, including app-based controls and a “food alarm clock”.

Amazfit has started to push a new update, software version 2.14.0.1, to one of its 2025 smartwatches. The release comes with new settings, always-on-display watch faces and a shortcut for the Notification Center. Plus, users of the Balance 2 XT are also said to get enhanced GPS and BioCharge energy scores.

December has arrived, bringing with it the usual wave of year-end reviews. The smartphone industry hasn’t been this exciting in years. Recently, Europe has even been graced by flagship phones originally expected to launch in 2026, such as the Vivo X300 Pro, OnePlus 15 and Oppo Find X9 Pro. As in previous years, YouTuber MKBHD has unveiled his top smartphone picks for 2025 – though, naturally, not everyone will agree with his choices.

Chinese brand Asgard has unveiled two new DDR5 memory kits priced quite competitively, all things considered. However, the ongoing DRAM supply insanity is not going anywhere, resulting in the 256 GB kit costing more than an RTX 5090 gaming GPU.

Backward compatibility is a major advantage of owning Microsoft’s gaming systems. Unfortunately, the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds and other new Xbox consoles may struggle with Windows limitations. A respected leaker claims that Microsoft is exploring ways to ensure more Xbox 360 games are playable.

Fast-paced parkour, relentless zombie hordes and a bleak post-apocalyptic setting: Dying Light 2 stands out as one of the most memorable open-world games in recent years. The Reloaded Edition is now 70% off on Steam for the first time, making it more affordable than ever. The offer runs until December 18.

Fans of roguelike deckbuilders like Balatro who don’t shy away from a touch of horror might want to give Inscryption a look. The widely praised game is now available on Steam at its lowest price yet, with a 70 % discount bringing it down to around $6.

Lonnie Johnson, best known as the inventor of the Super Soaker, has introduced JTEC – a new technology that converts heat into electricity with minimal energy loss. Using hydrogen in a closed loop, the system could tap into underused energy sources such as industrial waste heat or geothermal heat.

According to a new report, the Edge 70 Ultra will directly rival the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S26 Ultra in a core area. Borrowing a feature from the Moto G division, Motorola is expected to combine the feature with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and a triple camera set-up.

Do many of our readers use action cams? And if so, what for? Do they only come out on vacation, at parties, or for a quick retro ride on a skateboard? Or are they tools for producing regular content on YouTube, TikTok, and similar platforms? This year’s improvements clearly cater to one particular group.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a critically acclaimed open-world RPG that won hundreds of Game of the Year awards, is now down to $3.99. This is a generous 90% discount from what the game usually goes for when there's no sale.

The Fairbuds XL are perhaps the most modular over-ear headphones available today. Not only is the battery easily removable, but components such as the drivers are also replaceable. Fairphone has now released an updated version of the Fairbuds XL, promising significantly improved audio quality.

Two new King Seiko Vanac models have been revealed by @plus9time on Instagram - the brown-dial SLA093 and green-dial SLA095. Both use a 41 × 14.3 × 45.1 mm stainless-steel case, run on the 8L45 automatic movement, and come on leather straps. They join the regular lineup in January.

Google has revealed details regarding its upcoming smart glasses running on Android XR. Likely to launch sometime next year, the glasses will arrive with two variants: one with a screen, and one without.

Xiaomi is preparing Android 15–based HyperOS 3 updates for 15 of its older Xiaomi and Redmi phones. They won’t get the newer Android 16 version, but the core HyperOS 3 features and improvements are still coming.

A student team at xAI’s 24-hour hackathon has developed Halftime, an AI system that inserts context-aware advertisements directly into video scenes. The tool uses Grok to analyse footage and generate ad elements that appear as part of the storyline.

Xiaomi has detailed international launch plans for its Redmi Note 15 smartphones. Arriving in under a month, the company has strongly hinted that dedicated 4G and 5G smartphones will be available, with five models rumoured at this stage.

After our comprehensive reviews, we can say that the current Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G6 is just not as good as the Dell Pro 13 Premium in the comparison of compact 13-inch business laptops. The biggest advantage of the Dell is the superior battery runtime.

The Subaru telescope recently discovered two new celestial objects as part of the new OASIS program. And these discoveries will greatly assist astronomers in the future with new equipment, particularly by serving as a support.

The OneXPlayer Super X is set to make a Kickstarter debut on December 11, 2025, and the company has just revealed the early bird pricing details. This new Strix Halo gaming tablet will start at $1,899, making it more affordable than the 2025 ROG Flow Z13.

Casio is now selling two new Vintage AQ-230 watches in some European countries. The AQ-230EM-2A and the AQ-230EM-7A each feature a silver colored casing and a metal band with a finely woven texture. These hybrid watches also support dual time zones and come with a stopwatch and daily alarm.

Casio has officially announced the European release of two G-Shock watches inspired by origami. The digital DW-5600RGM-1 and the hybrid DW-6900RGM-5 each feature a dotted pattern, a nod to the paper folding craft, and a washi-style texture. Features include a stopwatch, an alarm and the Super Illuminator backlight.

Shelly has released a new smart sensor in various markets worldwide: the Wave Door/Window LR. This Z-Wave Long Range device can be used to detect if a window or door is open or closed, triggering an alert or another smart home device. This is a particularly compact, battery-powered model.

Four of IKEA’s new smart home sensors have been released at the brand’s online store in the US. Each of these products is Matter compatible, bringing a wide range of smart home integrations. They can be used to detect air quality, water leaks, motion and open windows and doors.

Asus has officially denied that it recalled the ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 5090, contrary to reports last week. The company said it adjusted the GPU’s shipment schedule to improve the product.

Dell is reportedly charging much more than Framework for the 32 GB RAM upgrade on the Dell XPS 13. Framework has called out this behavior on X. Calling Dell's memory pricing apparent price gouging, Framework claims that it will not charge as much as Dell and Apple when it comes time to implement a memory price increase. Update: A factual mistake pertaining to how big RAM price differences are corrected.

The Beelink ME Pro has been teased as a new NAS that's touted as 50% smaller than competing systems. It will be available in two-bay and four-bay HDD models and sport an unibody design to offer more internal space without increasing the size.

Ausom offers good-looking e-scooters with full suspension and lots of power. While enthusiasts might want to grab the DT2 Pro with its enormous peak output of almost 3,000 watts, scooter fans who live in the city and are commuting every day should take a look at the wallet-friendly Ausom L1.

Humble Bundle's Gear Up for Borderlands 4 has returned with some changes. The bundle, which originally contained a total of eight items, is now back with the latest additions to the Borderlands series.

ONIX has officially announced the Tocata XM2, a compact Hi-Fi digital audio player priced at $439 and releasing in December 2025. It runs on an Ingenic X2000 platform, and features a Cirrus Logic CS4308P DAC, dual headphone outputs, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.2.

The Pad 2 Go is set to launch alongside the OnePlus 15R in the global market. Previously, the company officially disclosed some preliminary details of the affordable Android tablet, and now, more specs of the tab have been confirmed.

It’s been years since Rare’s beloved bear-and-bird duo headlined a new adventure, but a pair of dedicated fans just delivered the closest thing we’ve had to a new Banjo-Kazooie game, and it’s totally free to play. Well…kind of.