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For the holiday season, Steam is now giving away Toy Tinker Simulator for free for a limited time. Originally released in 2021, the toy repair simulation usually sells for $12.99 and currently holds a "Mixed" user rating, with calm, methodical gameplay at its core.

A group of researchers has published their findings on how ice could be used in creating a human habitat on Mars. Their study concludes that thick ice can substitute as a material for insulation and radiation protection.

A Dispatch artbook is being portrayed differently on some Nintendo eShop listings. Fans recognized that the characters on the North American page are wearing more conservative outfits. The censorship exists even though the Switch game with copious adult content is likely unaltered.

Epic Games Store has revealed the second mystery free game of the holiday 2025 season, and it didn't turn out to be what the leaked list or predictions suggested. Instead, the current freebie happens to be Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.

Veteran game director Glen Schofield reflected on his decade at EA and Activision, describing the post‑acquisition transformations of both publishers as “bittersweet” and a marked departure from their roles as rigorous, developer‑shaping powerhouses. In a candid LinkedIn post, he contrasted EA’s disciplined, structured review culture with Activision’s intense, freewheeling creative debates, arguing that recent ownership shifts signal the end of an era for talent development in AAA game publishing.

SpaceX is informing customers that it will discontinue software updates for the Starlink Gen 1 router, making the device obsolete in the near future. As a thank you to longstanding customers, the company is offering a free upgrade to the Starlink Router Mini, which supports Wi-Fi 6 and usually retails for $40.

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 series is now global, and among the new phones are the Note 15 Pro 4G and 5G. These two are among the five mid-range smartphones that the lineup has introduced, and both of them come with large batteries.

Humble Bundle's thirteenth holiday rebundle is here — Dice and Destiny Encore. The bundle, which had its first run back in April, is now available again with the same items as before. It will expire on December 20.

CATL seems to have beaten Tesla Optimus when it comes to factory deployment in mass EV battery production. Its Moz humanoid robot now matches the performance of a skilled human.

Xiaomi has launched its latest Note 15 series smartphones in the global market. The Redmi Note 15 series consists of a total of five smartphones, including the Redmi Note 15 4G, the Note 15 5G, the Note 15 Pro 4G, the Note 15 Pro 5G, and the Note 15 Pro+ 5G. The vanilla variant offers a 120 Hz display, a Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 processor, and a 5,520 mAh battery.

Rumors surrounding Valve’s long-absent Half-Life 3 have intensified, with industry insiders claiming the game will launch alongside the newly announced Steam Machine hardware ecosystem in Spring 2026. While component price volatility is reportedly delaying concrete pricing and announcements, multiple leaks suggest Half-Life 3 is real, playable end-to-end, and planned as the definitive conclusion to Gordon Freeman’s story.

Garmin is rolling out a new update for the Instinct model series, bringing significant improvements in certain areas. However,, the update to software version 13.08 is still in beta.

A user on X is drawing attention with a video showing his private collection of around 12,000 video games, all housed in a single room. The collection is considered one of the largest of its kind.

In 2024, Amazon introduced ads to its paid streaming service Prime Video. The regional court in Munich, Germany, has now ruled the move unlawful, citing a lack of proper user consent.

A new free-to-play RPG, Dead Weight: Prologue, has landed on Steam with a playable prologue that introduces its combat systems, setting, and core mechanics. The release gives players a short standalone slice of the full game planned for a later launch.

Google is testing a new Android feature called Expressive Calling that highlights important calls with a red siren emoji and an urgency message. It is currently rolling out in the beta version of the Phone by Google app.

The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is now official in the international market. While Xiaomi tweaked the specs of the global variant, the SoC remains the same. This affordable mid-range phone starts at €499 in the EU.

The Anbernic RG477V is yet to be released, but early reviews have already surfaced. One review praises several aspects of the handheld but also highlights some issues, including its Mali GPU.

We have more confirmation that Sony is working on a portable PlayStation 6 console. A new leak from Moore's Law Is Dead claims that Sony is pushing developers to optimize their games for different CPU configurations. This suggests that there could be multiple PS6 consoles, which gives weight to rumors that there will be a PS6 home and a PS6 handheld console.

The battery recycling company of Tesla founder JB Straubel has created an automated nationwide deposit system called Battery Bin. It makes getting rid of anything with Li-ion battery an effortless process.

Green Man Gaming is offering a new game bundle. Called RPG icons, it contains seven well-rated RPG titles that are playable on the Steam Deck. They can all be scored for a minimum payment of $10.

Google has kicked off the beta program for Android 16 QPR3, the third and final quarterly update of the Android 16 cycle. Pixel 6 and newer devices can now try the update ahead of its stable release, which is expected to arrive in March 2026.

Just before 2025 wraps up, GameSir plans to release a new mobile controller that has been certified to work with iPhones and iPads. The new controller will be announced in a few days and will also offer compatibility with other platforms.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has been one of the anticipated camera flagship phones of the year. Past reports have hinted that it will launch in 2025, and now, the company has officially teased the imminent debut of the smartphone.

MIT researchers have developed a technique to stack transistors and memory directly on the back of computer chips, potentially slashing the energy costs of AI and high-performance computing.

China has successfully reverse-engineered its first EUV lithography machine with the help of some former ASML employees. It isn’t fully functional and will only be able to mass-produce chips by 2028 or 2030.

The flagship Xiaomi 17 series is expected to expand with the upcoming Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Ahead of an official announcement, the device has cleared FCC certification, indicating that a global launch is likely.

The MV10 is a relatively compact PC that should be suitable for gaming thanks to a Core i9 processor and a fairly capable Nvidia RTX GPU. The model also sports a WiFi module for wireless network connectivity.

In November, Nintendo lost ground to PlayStation, with U.S. PS5 sales claiming the number one rank. Sony’s performance ends a winning streak that began when the Switch 2 debuted in June. Regardless, total console sales are lagging behind the pace of previous years.

Casio’s latest G-Shock collaboration with Bamford London is now available in the US. Based on the GM-5600, the watch features a black ion-plated metal bezel, blue accents, standard G-Shock functions, and a $280 price tag.

Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy has officially launched on Steam after exiting early access. You can now try out its full story, classless RPG systems, and dual combat modes. The 1.0 release marks AtomTeam’s complete vision for the fantasy RPG.

During the next few days, it will be possible to observe the last meteor shower of the year, the Ursids. And it will be necessary to follow some tips to enjoy the show.

Counter-Strike co-creator Minh “Gooseman” Le said CS2’s grip on Steam is driven less by tactical gunplay than by a booming, speculative market for cosmetic weapon skins. In a wide-ranging interview, he reflected on how a dorm-room mod morphed into an esports and economy juggernaut, and on his own uneasy exit from Valve and failed bid to surpass Counter-Strike with Tactical Intervention.

The Ricoh GR IV HDF compact camera with APS-C sensor, image stabilization and innovative Highlight Diffusion Filter is now available for pre-order. However, Ricoh is charging a premium for the high-quality compact camera.

Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5000 Super graphics cards and laptop GPUs have already fallen victim to the DRAM crisis. Now, the next GPU shortage could be imminent, as Nvidia is expected to reduce production of gaming graphics cards by up to 40% in the first half of 2026.

The only conventional physical option for Nintendo Switch 2 games is costly 64GB media. That could soon change, after reports that smaller cartridges are in the works. The decision may be a response to higher storage prices, but Game-Key Cards are likely to remain prevalent.

Huawei is currently pushing a new software update, HarmonyOS 6.0.0.156, to a recently released smartwatch. It brings a new option for calls and SMS messages with an activated eSIM. Plus, users of the Watch Ultimate 2 can now connect various sensors, like a heart rate monitor, to the wearable.

The 2026 Samsung Micro RGB TVs have been teased. In an official announcement, the company confirmed that it will reveal its upgraded Micro RGB model at CES 2026. Available in sizes from 55-inch to 115-inch, the new TVs are expected to offer vivid colors and improved image clarity.

The Xiaomi 67W Power Bank 10000 (Integrated Cable) is now available at the brand’s online store in the UK. Released a few weeks ago in other European countries, this model can be used to charge up to three devices simultaneously. It supports various fast charging protocols and also offers a low current mode.

Casio has released the new G-Shock Maison Kitsuné collaboration watch in more European countries. This model has a beige and bright orange design, and features the brand’s iconic fox in several places. The hybrid watch supports world time, and offers tools like a stopwatch, timer and alarm.

NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has captured its 100,000th image of Mars, showing unique landscapes. And that's not all, because scientists are also studying this image for future missions.

A major US retailer has revealed HP's plans for the OmniBook X Flip 16 ahead of schedule. Currently available with Intel Lunar Lake, the 16-inch convertible is on the verge of being upgraded to newer Panther Lake processors while retaining a sub-$1,000 starting price.

Gnome has officially banned the use of AI-generated code in its shell extensions, but the justification is more pragmatic than it is ideological. As of the announcement, any code submitted for consideration in the Gnome Extensions Library that has obvious evidence of AI or sloppy, inconsistent code will be rejected during the code review process.

OnePlus has now revealed the price of the Pad Go 2 and when it will begin shipping. Equipped with a 120 Hz display and a 10,050 mAh battery, the OnePlus Pad Go 2 can also be picked up with free Watch 2R or Buds 4 accessories in some markets, too.

The A119M Pro is a new dash cam from Viofo, offering a 4K front camera. The single-channel camera is equipped with a Sony IMX678 1/1.8” 8 MP lens based on Sony Starvis 2 sensor tech, which is said to offer 4K 30 fps recording. Other features include super night vision, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, GPS, HDR, and voice control support.

The recently leaked Epic Games Store free games list for the holiday 2025 season claimed that Red Dead Redemption 2 will be offered during the giveaway event. MeguminShiro has just highlighted why this is less likely to happen.

Some viewers were scanning trailers at The Game Awards for any signs of generative AI. However, even Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which won nine awards, used AI tools in some capacity. A past interview with the game’s producer provides more insight into how the technology benefited Sandfall.

A new leaked image gives us our first look at Casio’s rainbow GMW-BZ5000RC-1 - which may use a gunmetal base with subtle color accents, rather than a full rainbow case. The update also repeats talk of limited production and pricing near €800.

The OnePlus Watch Lite is now available to pre-order internationally. Available with a 3,000 nit AMOLED display and dual-band GPS connectivity, the OnePlus Watch Lite also sports a stainless steel build and over 100 built-in workout modes.

The OnePlus 15R is now available globally packing a heady 7,400 mAh battery. Also equipped with a 165 Hz AMOLED display and a 50 MP primary camera, the OnePlus 15R is one of the first smartphones to launch with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, too.