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Nintendo may hope to make the physical Civilization 7 Switch port extinct. The cartridge is a gateway to the CivSwitch exploit and establishes userland access on the Switch 2 console. An Amazon retailer notified a customer of a recall and suggested the code-in-box version as a substitute.

Casio’s G-Shock DWE-5600MTM pairs a monochrome design with an unconventional bracelet combining stainless steel and multiple resin types. It's launching in Japan first and offers shock resistance, 200-meter water resistance, and up to five years of battery life.

Garmin has released a new update for its latest flagship smartwatch series. Designed to improve the Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro, the new stable update follows a recent beta release that brought dozens of new features and changes to the same smartwatches.

Garmin is now offering a new update to many of its recent high-end smartwatches. Available to download globally, the new update promises to improve the Fenix 8, Fenix 8 Pro and other associated smartwatches in multiple areas.

Revolut also operates its own ATM network. We tried one of its modern-looking machines at a shopping mall in Barcelona.

Alldocube has launched its iPlay 80 mini tablet in Japan with an 8.68-inch 90Hz display, a Unisoc T610 processor, 4G LTE connectivity and a 5,850mAh battery. It also runs Android 16 and supports 18W charging.

Xbox has announced a feature for its new Nano Controller, which is similar to that of the discontinued Stadia Controller. The, feature, which is still in beta, lets users connect the controller to a Wi-Fi network for reduced input latency when cloud gaming.

Best Buy is now offering a massive $550 discount on the Acer Swift 16 AI laptop. Powered by a potent Intel Core Ultra X7 358H CPU with the impressive Arc B390 iGPU, the 16-inch OLED laptop packs a lot of value at a digestible price point.

Kingdoms and Castles is a city builder released on July 20, 2017, that takes place in a medieval world. Here, you'll need to build and expand your kingdom, develop your economy, and defend against various threats.

The Khadas Mind Go is a 3-in-1 Windows tablet that combines the flexibility of a portable PC with the power and expansion potential of a docked laptop workstation. The convertible PC starts at $1,999 for Super Early Bird buyers and comes with an Intel Core Ultra 5 226V

The DA1 Camera aims to solve the problem of high per-photo costs that plagues the Fujifilm Instax. Thanks to an integrated thermal printer, an instant photo costs just a few cents, while a single roll of paper can print far more photos than a film cartridge.

Nothing will launch its first screen-free, AI-native device in December. CEO Carl Pei says the mystery product is “a tool” rather than an app, as the company joins a growing race to make AI hardware part of everyday life.

To assess graphics performance beyond GPU benchmarks, we tested current Android games on the Xiaomi tablet using GameBench. This lets us measure exact frame rates and frame rate stability for the XRing O3. Read our review to find out whether the new Pad 9 Pro Max is a good choice for gamers.

PC building has seen a significant shift in the past couple of years due to the rapid advancement of AI and demand for memory. However, there are some combos and bundles that can bring major savings.

Back in March, Microsoft promised to optimize Windows 11 for PCs with just 8GB of RAM. Now, the company is delivering on that promise with a new update. Microsoft has made numerous improvements to memory management and key system components. According to the company, responsiveness and multitasking performance are set to see significant gains.

Laptops are getting more and more expensive due to the DRAM crisis. This is the perfect environment for Apple's affordable MacBook Neo, which is expected to receive significant upgrades as early as next year. Apple reportedly expects the second-generation MacBook Neo to sell twice as well as its predecessor.

With the Apple iPhone 13 mini and the Asus Zenfone 10, the last truly compact mainstream smartphones were discontinued years ago. Fans of small smartphones now finally have a new option in the Enough Phone, which also aims to impress with a replaceable battery and long-term software support.

Hackers are stealing companies’ AI accounts and cloud credentials to run expensive workloads at their victims’ expense. Google warns that these LLMjacking attacks are evolving into a specialized cybercrime market, with some attackers racking up six-figure cloud bills while others sell stolen AI access on the black market.

Gaming on Googlebooks is generally limited to Android titles, but Nvidia's GeForce Now also makes it possible to stream regular PC games.

God of War Laufey is going to be a spin-off in the rebooted God of War franchise, with Deborah Ann Woll reprising her role as Kratos’ late wife, Laufey. The game was scheduled for February 2027 but has now been delayed.

Microsoft updates its compact Surface Pro 12 with an efficient Snapdragon X2 Plus processor and a new 90 Hz display, although its quality is slightly worse than before.

A South Korean consumer protection group has filed a formal complaint against Tesla over its Full Self-Driving marketing. Despite high prices, the software is technically unusable on the vast majority of locally sold vehicles.

Asus has reintroduced the ROG XG Station 3 with an open design, Thunderbolt 5 connectivity, and support for BTF graphics cards. The eGPU dock doubles as a desktop hub with extra Thunderbolt 5 and USB-C ports, but there's no power supply in the box.

First observed on December 13, 2022, by the James Webb Space Telescope, the cosmic cat's tail was recently studied using Hubble. The results have allowed astronomers to better understand this structure and its origin.

Sony fought back after homebrew developers overcame the security protections of July PS5 firmware. The Prolapse jailbreak was a hopeful solution for software updates 14.00 and 14.10. However, the memory management exploit has hit a dead end, as 14.20 and 14.22 also remain elusive.

Lenovo is currently the only manufacturer offering a 15-inch Googlebook, but its chassis feels relatively cheap. The OLED screen generally delivers good image quality, but there are color management issues here too.

The trend toward smartphones with ever-larger batteries is far from over. A certification reveals that Oppo is planning a smartphone with a truly gigantic 12,000 mAh battery, which could provide several days of battery life.

Nintendo has rolled out Version 1.1.1 for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on Nintendo Switch 2, a 343MB day-one patch that activates Zelda Notes companion app support, including a 2,000-question daily quiz and a virtual ocarina, alongside unspecified fixes ahead of the $59.99 remake’s November 5 launch.

Garmin has released a new update aimed at improving several smartwatches in multiple areas. Rolling out globally, the new update applies to smartwatches like the Forerunner 965 and Forerunner 165, as well as the older Forerunner 255.

Chinese automaker BYD reports strong demand for its new electric luxury sedan. Following its market launch, 4,000 units of the Great Han EV were sold in the Chinese domestic market within just 19 days.

Panasonic could soon launch a brand-new Micro Four Thirds camera with an exceptionally compact body and a stylish design, as a major online retailer has already published the first images of this camera.

SpaceX has selected Qualcomm's Dragonwing cellular infrastructure platforms to power its planned nationwide terrestrial 5G network, with deployment scheduled to begin in 2027. The partnership could help Starlink Mobile become a direct competitor to established US carriers.

Baseus has silently launched a compact 10,000mAh power bank that comes with a long retractable cable. There's another detachable USB-C cable and an integrated display. It has 45W fast charging support, and it's currently discounted to $37.99 on the official store.

YouTube could soon launch a major offensive against TikTok and Instagram, as clues in the code of the YouTube Android app suggest that Google is planning a separate YouTube app called "Tamba" that offers far more social features than YouTube itself.

The new Sleep SK1 wireless Bluetooth speaker goes under the pillow to avoid disturbing both the user and their sleep companions when listening to music and alarms. The sleep speaker uses vibration and conduction technology to beam audio.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 5G is no gaming marvel. Long loading times, severe stuttering and low frame rates spoil the fun. Our GameBench measurements show how the Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 performs in popular Android games.

Japanese manufacturer Sanwa Supply has introduced a rechargeable jet blower with 10 airflow settings, three interchangeable nozzles and enough advertised power to clear stubborn dust, water droplets and fallen leaves. Your keyboard crumbs may finally have met their match.

You can finally play with your food. A free RPG with a charming retro style that can also be played on the Steam Deck, uses no AI-generated content, and is even well received by players – WendyQuest is a real surprise, because the game comes from the fast-food chain Wendy's.

Farming, floating islands and a little urban exploration await in Loftia's Early Access version. The cozy multiplayer adventure features three regions, four story chapters and a bundle that even throws in a robot companion.

The DRAM crisis is also hitting Apple, as despite several price increases, Apple is making a far smaller profit margin on iPhone storage upgrades than before. While the company was still able to charge a markup of over 1,200 percent on the iPhone 17 Pro, Apple can now "only" charge three times its own costs.

Anyone who prefers forging their own path in RPGs rather than following a predetermined storyline might find plenty to enjoy in Gedonia. The open-world RPG is currently 90% off on Steam until November 9, bringing the price down to just $1.47.

Samsung's Galaxy Ring can now help identify signs of sleep apnea using an upgraded monitoring feature that goes beyond a simple risk assessment. The FDA-cleared software analyzes breathing disruptions during sleep, although it still cannot replace a medical diagnosis.

SpaceX is giving away a Starlink Standard Kit that comprises the rectangular dish and accompanying paraphernalia. Early Starlink adopters get the treatment so as to replace their aging hardware.

Humble Bundle has refreshed the Choice selection, and for November 2026, there's Mafia: The Old Country, Yakuza 6, The Outer Worlds 2, and more well-rated games. The total retail value is over $250, but the whole pack can be scored for $14.99.

Nvidia has reportedly discontinued the GeForce RTX 5090 and the GeForce RTX 5080 desktop GPUs. The company is seemingly getting ready to replace the discontinued cards with the RTX 5080 24 GB. Leaker Moore's Law Is Dead has now clarified the launch situation of the GPU.

In Age of Wonders 4, players can create their own fantasy race and lead it to greatness. The turn-based strategy game is currently 60% off on Steam until November 18, dropping below $20 for the first time.

Sony has started rolling out Android 17 to the Xperia 10 VIII and Xperia 10 VII, while the Xperia 10 VI will not receive the update after all. However, the update brings far fewer features to the Xperia 10 series than to the more expensive Xperia 1 VIII.

Nintendo wants to stick with physical games, but a major chip supplier's withdrawal is raising fresh concerns. Could Nintendo's cartridges be under threat after all?

Outward 2 launches in Early Access on PC on February 8, 2027, via Steam, Epic, and GOG. Check the 12- to 18-month plan, what is included, co-op, and PC system specs.

With the Moto One, Motorola is apparently planning a speedy mid-range smartphone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and Qi2 support. A certification from the Wireless Power Consortium and a benchmark leak now reveal the Moto One's design and key specs ahead of its launch.