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Feb 6
Hard West 2 is 80% off on Steam until February 19.

Deal | Turn-based tactics in the Wild West – under $6 on Steam for the first time

Hard West 2 delivers turn-based tactics in a distinctive horror western setting and is currently available at its lowest price ever on Steam. An 80% discount brings it down to just under $6 until February 19.
Marius Müller, 06 Feb 2026 15:52
The Poco X8 Pro will apparently be launched at prices starting at €399.

Xiaomi leaks European price of Poco X8 Pro (Max) with up to 8,500 mAh battery

The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max are set to have an attractive price-performance ratio in Europe, as the base model apparently costs only €399, as Xiaomi has now inadvertently confirmed on its own website.
Hannes Brecher, 06 Feb 2026 15:51
The Flydigi Vader 5S is officially-licensed for Xbox consoles.

New affordable Xbox Pro controller with adjustable stick tension: Flydigi Vader 5S launches at $59.99

Flydigi has launched the Vader 5S wired Xbox controller for $59.99. With adjustable stick tension, six programmable buttons, trigger stops, and Hall effect joysticks, it undercuts the Elite Series 2 and GameSir G7 Pro while offering many of the same pro-level features.
Elvis Shida, 06 Feb 2026 15:45
Casio’s Vintage A158WEA-2 watch is now available in the UK

Cheaper Casio A158 classic metal strap watches now available in UK

Casio’s new Vintage A158WEA-2 and A158WEA-7 watches have been released in the UK shortly after launch. These are relatively affordable digital watches with silver colored stainless steel straps. On-watch tools include a stopwatch, an alarm and hourly time signals, as well as date information.
Polly Allcock, 06 Feb 2026 15:42
The Mangmi Pocket Max features a 7-inch AMOLED display.

Pocket Max: Mangmi releases powerful Android gaming handheld with 144 Hz AMOLED display

Mangmi has now released the Pocket Max globally. Equipped with a 144 Hz AMOLED display and modular buttons, the Mangmi Pocket Max retails for under $200 too, with TMR joysticks in a choice of three colours.
Alex Alderson, 06 Feb 2026 15:35
The Trek Charter 5S and 4S are powered by a Bosch Performance Line Sport motor

Trek Charter+ e-bike launches with Bosch Performance Line Sport motor

Trek has unveiled the new city e-bike, the Charter+, in the global market. This is a full Class 3 e-bike that features a Bosch Performance Line Sport motor, an 800 Wh battery, app-based controls, and phone-based locking.
Abhinav Fating, 06 Feb 2026 15:34
According to Insider Gaming, the Ubisoft internal town hall failed to meet its objective.

Ubisoft internal town hall misses the mark, fuels further uncertainty

The Ubisoft internal town hall was intended to ease growing concerns within the company through a Q&A session. According to Insider Gaming and internal sources, the leadership team led by CEO Yves Guillemot may have instead deepened the uncertainty.
Marius Müller, 06 Feb 2026 15:26
Amazfit’s Balance 2 XT smartwatch is receiving firmware version 2.16.0.1

Amazfit pushes new BioCharge-related features and workouts to smartwatch

A new update has arrived for the Amazfit Balance 2 XT smartwatch. Firmware version 2.16.0.1 brings two BioCharge-related tools to these users, alongside a pair of new workouts. Plus, users can now take an on-watch screenshot, and there is a range of more minor improvements for the wearable.
Polly Allcock, 06 Feb 2026 15:16
According to Kingdom Come director Daniel Vávra, the use of AI in the film and gaming industry is unavoidable.

AI in games: “It’s here and it’s not going anywhere,” says Kingdom Come director – and points to an example

Kingdom Come director Daniel Vávra considers generative AI an unstoppable force in the film and gaming industries. As evidence, he points to a fan-made AI trailer that was created quickly and with minimal effort, which he says clearly shows why AI will be unavoidable in the future.
Marius Müller, 06 Feb 2026 15:15
The Vivo V70 Elite will be available in either red or black.

Vivo announces launch date of V70 Elite with 50 MP Zeiss telephoto camera and 6,500 mAh battery

Vivo is hosting a launch event for the V70 series, confirming not only the launch date but also many details about the features of the Vivo V70 and the Vivo V70 Elite. The top model combines a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor with a 50 MP telephoto camera featuring 3x optical zoom.
Hannes Brecher, 06 Feb 2026 15:06
Clair packs a series of sensors into an inconspicuous wristband.

Wristband monitors hormone levels around the clock, said to provide useful data for workouts and fertility

While smartwatches mainly focus on monitoring cardiovascular health, Clair aims to provide insight into hormone levels and monitor them around the clock to offer valuable insights into athletic performance, fertility and the female cycle.
Hannes Brecher, 06 Feb 2026 15:04
Poco Pad M1 with keyboard (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Xiaomi Poco Pad M1: Powerful all-rounder with optional accessories

The Xiaomi Poco Pad M1 is not only a large tablet with powerful multimedia features, but with the right accessories, it can also be a real asset to your productivity. We provide you with an overview.
Daniel Schmidt, 06 Feb 2026 14:54
The Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4 Pro, from left to right.

New DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro leak signals global release

The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro has taken a step closer to becoming official. Based on a new leak, the long-awaited vlogging camera will receive a global launch with a US release too.
Alex Alderson, 06 Feb 2026 14:12
2026 Changan Nevo A06 with sodium-ion battery.

First sodium-ion battery EV debuts for the mass market after brutal arctic temperature tests

After finishing its cold weather tests at -40 Fahrenheit in Inner Mongolia, the world's biggest battery maker, CATL, and Changan have announced the first mass-market EV with a sodium-ion battery. The sedan can be charged at arctic temperatures, and the Na-ion pack doesn't lose capacity.
Daniel Zlatev, 06 Feb 2026 13:38
For the first time, we see the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in a 360-degree video from an official source.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Our best official 360-degree view yet

We've never seen the Galaxy S26 Ultra in such high resolution and from all angles beforoe, especially not in an official video. A 360-degree video of the upcoming Samsung flagship, in its purple color option, reveals all changes compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Alexander Fagot, 06 Feb 2026 12:37
The RTX 5070 Ti launched at an MSRP of $749, but it can't be found anywhere at that price.

Prohibitively expensive RTX 5070 Ti price to get worse as Nvidia is reportedly winding down RTX 50 GPU production

Hardware Unboxed has alleged that the RTX 5070 Ti is going to get even more expensive in the coming weeks. The RTX 5070 Ti is among the GPUs that Nvidia seems to have discontinued or, at the very least, scaled back the production of. As a result, the RTX 5070 Ti has shot up in price.
Fawad Murtaza, 06 Feb 2026 12:33
The Google Pixel 6 Series shown for coverage

February 2026 Google update skips Pixel 6 and 7

Google’s February 2026 Pixel update is a security-only release with one high-severity Pixel-specific fix. The Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series appear to be excluded again, prompting fresh questions about update cadence.
Darryl Linington, 06 Feb 2026 12:01
According to Digital Chat Station, the battery capacity of the iPhone 18 Pro Max will only increase slightly.

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max: Longer runtimes expected thanks to larger batteries and 2nm chip

A leaker has revealed fairly specific details about the battery capacities of the iPhone 17 Pro Max successor, which will again be available in a pure eSIM version with a larger battery and a standard version with a SIM card slot. Together with the Apple A20, this should result in longer battery life.
Alexander Fagot, 06 Feb 2026 11:51
The Lenovo ThinkBook 14+ and 16+ laptops now feature AMD Gorgon Point APUs in China.

Lenovo reveals ThinkBook 14+ and 16+ with powerful 8-core AMD Gorgon Point APU and TGX graphics interface

The Lenovo ThinkBook 14+ and 16+ laptops have now been updated with AMD's latest Gorgon Point APU, specifically the Ryzen AI 7 H 450 with 8 cores and 16 threads. With 3K displays, plenty of ports, and dual M.2 slots, the premium laptops are already available for purchase in China.
Sambit Saha, 06 Feb 2026 11:43
Nvidia’s logo, shown here as an illustrative image for reporting on the GeForce NOW Linux app and its early feature limitations

Nvidia launches native GeForce NOW app for Linux in beta

Nvidia’s beta GeForce NOW app is now available for Linux (Ubuntu 24.04+). Here’s what you can expect from the first release.
Darryl Linington, 06 Feb 2026 09:58
The excellent Samsung Odyssey G6 OLED gaming monitor is now $334 off on Woot!.

Deal | This superb 360 Hz OLED gaming monitor from Samsung Odyssey is now $334 off for a limited time

The Samsung Odyssey G6 (G60SD) gaming monitor is now available with an attractive 37% discount on the Amazon-owned Woot! store. With impressive picture quality and 360 Hz refresh rate, the G60SD is undoubtedly an excellent QD-OLED monitor for gaming.
Sambit Saha, 06 Feb 2026 09:40
The GMK NucBox K15 may be large with relatively poor performance-per-volume, but it supports more connectivity options as a result

GMKtec K15 mini PC trades away compactness for quieter operation

The bigger size allows for larger, quieter fans and more space on the motherboard for OcuLink support and three full-size M.2 2280 SSDs.
Allen Ngo, 06 Feb 2026 08:41
Vivo wants to bring its camera prowess to vlogging cameras.

Vivo reveals it is entering into the vlogging camera market

Best known for its smartphones, Chinese manufacturer, Vivo, has reportedly confirmed that it will be launching a new product category this year. The report says Vivo plans to unveil a vlogging camera that will challenge the likes of the DJI Osmo Pocket series.
Habeeb Onawole, 06 Feb 2026 07:20
The JLab Blue XL is available in a single color option.

Jlab launches Blue XL Bluetooth speaker that's shaped like giant headphones

JLab has announced a quirky Bluetooth speaker with an unusual design. The limited-edition Blue XL looks like a pair of headphones, but is actually a Bluetooth speaker with 30W of audio power.
Habeeb Onawole, 06 Feb 2026 03:50
Shooting zombies in Dying Light.

Deal | From $24.99 to just $2.99: Popular open-world zombies game with over 88,000 positive reviews hits lowest-ever price on Steam

One of the most popular zombie games has just dropped to its lowest-ever price on Steam. The discounted edition also comes packed with plenty of extra content.
Abdul Haddi, 06 Feb 2026 01:34
Xbox Elite Series 2 controllers are shown

New Xbox controllers including Elite Series 3 could release in 2026 with cloud gaming support

There are more signs that Microsoft will unveil multiple new Xbox controllers in 2026. The Verge believes that the rumored Sebile may finally surface with cloud gaming connectivity. Also, the Elite Series 3 controller could ship as a follow-up to the existing pro-grade peripheral.
Adam Corsetti, 06 Feb 2026 01:26
Prime Gaming logo.

Amazon announces February 2026 Luna lineup with 10 free games

Amazon has announced the next lineup of free games that Prime members will be able to claim and play this month. The lineup includes 10 titles, and two of them are already available.
Abdul Haddi, 06 Feb 2026 00:44
A close-up image showing a human eye

Chinese researchers develop eye surgery robot more precise than human surgeons

A new robotic system developed in China has successfully performed delicate retinal injections in animal trials, demonstrating superior precision to human hands and paving the way for safer treatments of complex vision disorders.
Chibuike Okpara, 06 Feb 2026 00:28
Feb 5
The Electric Scooter 6 Max.

New leak reveals Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 pricing and release date, with a new Ultra model reportedly joining the lineup

Xiaomi unveiled its new Electric Scooter 6 lineup last month as four models from the series appeared on the company's global website. Now, a reliable leaker has given us an idea about the pricing, release date, and a possible new model.
Abdul Haddi, 05 Feb 2026 23:14
Person holding an Anker power bank

Deal | The Anker 25,000 mAh laptop power bank with smart display is down to its cheapest price

Anker's popular 25K laptop power bank has fallen to its lowest price on Newegg after a $47 discount. It can charge four devices at once and has enough capacity to keep a laptop running for hours.
Elvis Shida, 05 Feb 2026 23:06
Sony is keeping the WF-1000XM6 in the shadows for now.

Sony confirms WF-1000XM6 release date in first official teaser

Sony has confirmed the long-awaited release date of its WF-1000XM6 earbuds. Dubbed rather grandiously as the 'next generation of earbuds', Sony has offered a peek at its design too. The successors to the WF-1000XM5 can already be viewed in two colours though, thanks to recent leaks.
Alex Alderson, 05 Feb 2026 22:56
The Casio G-Shock DW-5600RGM-1 is one of two origami-themed watches

Casio G-Shock watches with origami designs now available in US

Casio’s G-Shock DW5600RGM-1 and DW6900RGM-5 watches are now available at the brand’s online store in the US. Already released in Europe, these two products have origami inspired designs, with matte resin casing and strap. On-watch tools include a stopwatch and a multifunction alarm, and each model is water resistant to 200 m.
Polly Allcock, 05 Feb 2026 22:33
Epic Games is giving away one title for mobile gamers this week, logo pictured.

Deal | Epic Games announced new mobile free game of the week

The Epic Games Store has started a new month with a fresh freebie for mobile gamers. Available between February 5 and February 12, Botany Manor is a first-person puzzler that comes highly rated from PC gamers with Very Positive ratings on Steam.
Alex Alderson, 05 Feb 2026 22:32
Ulefone Armor 27T (Pro)+: New rugged smartphones offer thermal and night vision cameras

Ulefone: New smartphones feature night vision, infrared and FLIR thermal camera

Ulefone is launching two new smartphones. These handsets are supposed to stand out with improved thermal imaging and can also be used with unusual accessories such as an endoscope.
Silvio Werner, 05 Feb 2026 22:11
The Vivo X200 Ultra also features a 6.82-inch display.

Vivo X300 Ultra specs summarised before anticipated global release

Various sources expect the Vivo X300 Ultra to receive a global release later this year. In the meantime, a leaker has summarised what hardware the X300 Ultra will bring to the table and how it differs from Vivo's other camera powerhouses.
Alex Alderson, 05 Feb 2026 22:10
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch is receiving software version 4.4.2.3

Amazfit brings map improvements to smartwatches in new update

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch is getting another new update. Firmware version 4.4.2.3, arriving shortly after the last release for this wearable, brings two map-related improvements to users. Plus, there are also enhancements linked to weather data and activity reminders for the T-Rex 3.
Polly Allcock, 05 Feb 2026 22:02
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Switch 2 banner is shown

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is the largest Switch 2 game, forcing gamers to free up 102GB storage

Square Enix is quickly monopolizing Switch 2 storage, with Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth the largest title yet. By its June 3rd release date, gamers will need to clear over 100GB on the Nintendo console. Although the file size is inconvenient, the Switch 2 game is smaller than the PS5 and PC versions.
Adam Corsetti, 05 Feb 2026 21:56
A close-up of the Find X9 Pro from the rear.

Find X10: Leaker describes camera overhaul and new dual chipset strategy for new Oppo flagships

According to an early report, Oppo will finish the year with two Find X10 flagships. While both could feature major camera upgrades, the pair may differ when it comes to their processors.
Alex Alderson, 05 Feb 2026 21:52
Just like the pictured iPhone 16e, the Apple iPhone 17e might only offer a single camera on the back

Apple iPhone 17e rumored to launch this month with five upgrades

A rumor reveals the launch date of the Apple iPhone 17e. Apple’s upcoming entry-level iPhone is expected to launch later this month and receive several major upgrades, led by MagSafe with support for magnetic accessories and fast wireless charging.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Feb 2026 21:49
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 and other smartwatches will get more software updates than expected

Amazfit confirms more updates on the way to four wearables

Four Amazfit wearables are set to get more software updates than expected. Zepp Health, the company behind the brand, has quietly confirmed that some smartwatch models from the T-Rex, Balance and Active series now have a later security update end-of-life date.
Polly Allcock, 05 Feb 2026 21:35
An artist's illustration showing Jupiter.

New observations show that Jupiter is smaller than expected

New observations made by the Juno probe show that Jupiter is smaller than expected. And while this difference may seem insignificant, it could help astronomers better understand gas giants.
Alexis Stegmann, 05 Feb 2026 21:05
Nvidia may not launch any new new GPUs in 2026

Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 Super refresh and RTX 60 series reportedly delayed

The Information reports that Nvidia might not launch any new RTX 50 series GPUs this year, effectively delaying the RTX 50 Super lineup. Even the next-gen RTX 60 SKUs have been delayed.
Anil Ganti, 05 Feb 2026 20:54
Intel's handheld-focused Panther Lake chip has been delayed; pictured: MSI Claw 8 AI+ and Asus ROG Ally

Core G3: Intel Panther Lake chip for handheld consoles reportedly pushed back

A new leak from Weibo says the Intel Core G3 and Core G3 Extreme Panther Lake chips have been pushed back to Q2, 2026. Both chips are optimised for handheld consoles and come with a 14-core CPU and Intel Arc B300 series iGPU.
Anil Ganti, 05 Feb 2026 19:04
The Anker Solix C1000 portable power station with 1,056 Wh capacity is currently 50% off on Amazon.

Deal | Anker Solix C1000 portable power station with 1,800-watt output drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

The Anker Solix C1000 portable power station packs 11 outputs, solar charging support, and a massive 1,056 Wh battery pack. Courtesy of an ongoing Amazon sale, the portable power station can be picked up with a sizable 50% discount.
Sambit Saha, 05 Feb 2026 18:58
The 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro's design has remained unchanged since 2021.

Latest iOS beta reveals references to M5 Max and M5 Ultra SoCs, while the mid-range M5 Pro is notably absent

Hidden identifiers inside iOS 26.3 Beta have revealed that Apple might be gearing up to launch its M5 Max and M5 Ultra SoCs pretty soon. This appears to indicate that the M5 Ultra Mac Studio might launch sooner than previously thought.
Sambit Saha, 05 Feb 2026 18:57
The AutoFull M6 Ultra 2.0 has integrated heating and cooling system with dual fans

AutoFull launches M6 Ultra 2.0 gaming chair with built-in lumbar support and heating and cooling system

AutoFull has launched a new M6 Ultra 2.0 premium gaming chair. It’s advertised as the world’s first ventilated massage gaming chair. The M6 Ultra 2.0 features lumbar dynamic tracking, a 3D ergocloud headrest, 360° adjustable armrests, 160° reclining, a 180 kg (396.8 lbs) weight capacity, and ventilation and heating.
Abhinav Fating, 05 Feb 2026 18:36
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro is also hitting global markets

Huawei Mate 80 Pro, Watch GT Runner 2 and iPad Mini alternative to launch globally

Huawei is bringing several new products to global markets. This includes the Huawei Watch GT Runner 2, a new smartwatch for athletes, while the Mate 80 Pro smartphone will also be sold in more countries.
Silvio Werner, 05 Feb 2026 18:22
Both the upcoming free games for PC are detective titles. Pictured: an edited screenshot from Nobody Wans to Die with Epic Games Store logo on top.

Epic Games Store lines up two multi-award winners as mid-February 2026 PC free games

The PC free games section has been refreshed on Epic Games Store, and the upcoming freebies have now been officially revealed. Both of them are detective games, and they have bagged multiple awards since their release.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Feb 2026 18:06
Pixel 10a in its four expected colors. (Edited)

Here's what the Pixel 10a would look like in its 4 expected colors

Pixel 10a is expected to come in four colors, just like the Pixel 9a. These colors are in a similar tone, but a different shade, as seen from the unofficial renders posted online.
Vineet Washington, 05 Feb 2026 18:06

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