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Nov 5
The logo for Nexus Mods

Nexus Mods rejects outright AI mods ban, reaffirms commitment to ‘Pro-human creativity’, giving modders 60 days to disclose AI use

Nexus Mods has rejected an outright ban on AI-generated mods, instead requiring AI-use disclosures for new uploads and giving existing mod authors until January 2, 2027, to comply. The policy reinforces the platform’s “pro-human creativity” stance through mandatory labeling, moderation measures and a pledge not to use hosted mods to train AI or license them for that purpose.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 05 Nov 2026 19:56
Oppo Find X10 Pro Max (top) and Vivo X500 Pro Max (bottom) are available outside China.

Oppo Find X10 Ultra with triple 200 MP, Vivo X500 Ultra with dual 200 MP cameras tipped

It is unclear whether the Oppo Find X10 Ultra or the Vivo X500 Ultra will see a global release early next year alongside their China debut. If they do, global markets might get to see three 200 MP cameras on the Oppo offering and two 200 MP cameras on the Vivo flagship.
Vineet Washington, 05 Nov 2026 19:37
The Nintendo Switch 2 is no longer attracting nearly as many buyers as it did last year.

Nintendo Switch 2 sales plunge 37%, price won't be raised again

Nintendo's latest sales figures show how severely the price increase in May affected console sales. After losing more than a third of its sales, the Japanese gaming giant wants to avoid further price increases.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Nov 2026 19:33
Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake dungeon shown

Producer hints Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake DLC may arrive after release date

Pre-order buyers are celebrating the Ocarina of Time remake release date. The Switch 2 game is a hit with most players, except for the lack of Master Quest. In an interview, Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma suggested the higher difficulty mode could still appear as DLC.
Adam Corsetti, 05 Nov 2026 19:19
Victor HA-NP1T2 ear-cuff earbuds in five colors with matching charging case

Victor's new ear-cuff earbuds tackle sound leakage

JVC Kenwood has introduced the second generation of its Victor ear-cuff wireless earbuds, with a new mode designed to keep music from disturbing nearby people. The HA-NP1T2 also features improved fit, updated sound processing and longer playback per charge. However, the improvements come with a small compromise in total battery life.
Aurelian Nedelcu, 05 Nov 2026 19:00
The Camp Snap CS-8 Mini was specially designed for children.

Camp Snap unveils colorful retro camcorder for $149

With the CS-8 Mini, Camp Snap introduces a colorful retro camcorder modeled after a Super 8 video camera. With vintage filters and an analog battery and storage indicator, the camera aims to impress with retro charm rather than image quality.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Nov 2026 19:00
Lexon Minut alarm clock arrives in Japan with six-month battery life

Lexon's tiny alarm clock promises six months per charge

French design brand Lexon is bringing its pocket-sized Minut alarm clock to Japan, with a rechargeable battery claimed to last up to six months. Weighing just 50 grams, the tiny timepiece combines an aluminum finish, touch controls and USB-C charging. Sometimes the best way to improve your morning routine is to remove the smartphone from it.
Aurelian Nedelcu, 05 Nov 2026 18:30
The updated Zeekr 7X is available for pre-order in the Chinese domestic market.

Zeekr 7X (2027) starts pre-sales from 34,300 USD

Zeekr has officially launched pre-sales for the updated 7X in China, with deliveries expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. The electric SUV is built on a 900V architecture and introduces high-performance battery variants capable of ultra-fast charging.
Andreas Jakobi, 05 Nov 2026 18:21
Sony is reissuing what may be its most iconic retro headphones.

Sony revives Walkman headphones, wraps drivers from 1981 in 38g retro housing

Sony is reissuing the headphones that came with the first Walkman after 45 years. The ultralight on-ear headphones aim to impress not only with their retro charm, but also with modern convenience features such as USB-C and an inline remote.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Nov 2026 18:19
Minute Repeater Supersonnerie trio.

Audemars Piguet launches Minute Repeater Supersonnerie trio

Audemars Piguet launches three Minute Repeater Supersonnerie watches. The release includes two 42mm Royal Oak models and a 41mm Code 11.59 powered by Calibre 2953.
Darryl Linington, 05 Nov 2026 17:39
2027 BYD Seal 07 sedan

2027 BYD Seal 07 price and range undercut Tesla Model 3 by a mile

The new BYD Seal 07 sedan starts from $20,000 but offers features of $150,000 cars like magnetorheological adaptive damping. Its range and charging speed exceed what the Tesla Model 3 offers at a higher price, too.
Daniel Zlatev, 05 Nov 2026 17:18
Anima Buddha Machine combines animal sounds with colorful Japanese artwork

Japanese Buddha Machine plays 28 animal sounds instead of music

A Japanese art project has created a rather unusual take on the classic Buddha Machine, replacing ambient music with 28 recordings of animals going about their daily lives. Called Anima, the collectible audio gadget features custom artwork and even supports animal welfare initiatives. It's a sound machine for people who find conventional relaxation music a little too predictable.
Aurelian Nedelcu, 05 Nov 2026 17:12
One of the gangs that will be present in GTA 6.

GTA 6 gets 35+ new gameplay screenshots

GTA 6 is going to be the biggest game ever, not just in terms of scale but also in download size. Vice City is going to be full of activities and unique characters, some of which have been showcased in the latest screenshots.
Vineet Washington, 05 Nov 2026 16:55
Asus' Snapdragon X2-based mini-PC measures 130 x 130 x 39.96 mm.

Asus releases compact desktop PC in more countries with Snapdragon X2 Elite, 2.5 GbE and 32 GB RAM

Asus has expanded availability of its latest mini-PC to more countries. Now available in the Eurozone, the Ascent QN10 combines one of Qualcomm's most powerful Snapdragon X2 Elite chipsets with 32 GB of RAM, three USB ports and 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet in a mere 0.7-litre housing.
Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2026 16:49
Garmin is offering Beta Version 7.14 exclusively for the Fenix 9 Pro.

Garmin brings dozens of new features and improvements to flagship smartwatch with major update release

Garmin has begun offering a major update to one of its new flagship smartwatches. Arriving with dozens of changes, the new update is much larger in scope than a recent stable build that also started rolling out to the Fenix 9 Pro in the last few days.
Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2026 16:49
The Moto Buds 2 Ultra comes in Temple Grey and Reflecting Pond colours.

Motorola launches new Dolby Atmos 3D earbuds globally with Bose QuietControl ANC

Motorola has launched a new pair of high-end wireless earbuds. Featuring Bose-tuned ANC and Transparency modes, the Moto Buds 2 Ultra will be available globally in the coming weeks. Motorola is marketing the earbuds as the Moto Buds Ultra 27 in some markets, too.
Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2026 16:26
Cubase 16 Studio production interface

Cubase 16 adds six-part stem separation and AI vocals

Steinberg has released Cubase 16 with improved stem separation that can isolate piano and guitar alongside vocals, drums and bass. The update also introduces instrument layering, faster MIDI editing and Yamaha's upgraded Omnivocal singing synthesizer. Producers can now separate more of a recording and even create a vocalist without booking studio time.
Aurelian Nedelcu, 05 Nov 2026 16:17
DJI Matrice 5T drone

DJI Matrice 5T compact drone launches with first LiDAR and 1K thermal imaging

DJI's new Matrice 5T is its first compact work drone with LiDAR and mmWave radar so it can keep flying where earlier models can't, in the dark and in bad weather. Combined with a much sharper thermal camera, it's quite the step up for rescue, mapping, and inspection tasks.
Daniel Zlatev, 05 Nov 2026 16:13
DxOMark’s testers singled out portraits, zoom between 3x and 6x, and stable exposure and autofocus in video.

Motorola Signature 27 takes 2026’s DxOMark camera crown

DxOMark has given the Motorola Signature 27 an overall camera score of 173 and a Gold Label, the highest result among phones launched in 2026 and second only to the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra in its global ranking. The score is nine points above the original Signature’s 164.
Antony Muchiri, 05 Nov 2026 16:02
Xiaomi Pad 9 review

The new Xiaomi Pad 9’s best feature falls flat in our review

The Xiaomi Pad 9 retains many of its predecessor’s strengths, including the bright 144 Hz display and powerful Snapdragon 8S Gen 4. However, our measurements reveal a surprising weakness: Despite its larger battery, the new mid-range tablet has shorter battery life than the Pad 8.
Marcus Herbrich, 05 Nov 2026 15:48
Xiaomi's new HyperOS 4 update has already reached some higher-end smartphones.

No HyperOS 4: These Xiaomi smartphones will not receive major HyperOS update

Xiaomi has just started its global HyperOS 4 rollout. While the new update is set to reach 80 devices by the end of the year, a few notable absentees exist, which will not receive Xiaomi's next major HyperOS update officially.
Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2026 15:43
The GameSir Nova Vision in white and black colors.

GameSir launches Nova Vision controller with built-in display, Switch 2 support, and a Nioh 3 edition

GameSir has released a new wireless controller that has a built-in display. The controller, which works with PC, mobile, and Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 is also available in a special Nioh 3 edition.
Habeeb Onawole, 05 Nov 2026 15:43
The ThinkVision M16 weighs less than 1 kg, including its fold-out stand.

Lenovo releases new portable monitor globally with slim design and dual USB-C

Lenovo has released a new portable monitor globally. Featuring a 16-inch and 16:10 display, the ThinkVision M16 also includes an adjustable stand and dual USB-C ports that support 65 W Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alt Mode.
Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2026 15:35
An image showing the LEGO logo.

New LEGO sets scheduled for 2027 have been leaked

New LEGO sets have recently been leaked. Expected to be released in 2027, they are inspired by different themes, such as movies, TV shows, and natural phenomena. However, some details about several sets remain unknown.
Alexis Stegmann, 05 Nov 2026 15:28
The Fenix 8 Pro is the only Fenix 8 series smartwatch to have received System Software 23.41.

Garmin offers new update with multiple improvements for high-end smartwatch

Garmin is now offering a new stable update to the Fenix 8 Pro. Rolling out globally, System Software 23.41 is said to improve the company's microLED-backed smartwatch in numerous areas. The same update has not reached other smartwatches from the same family, though.
Alex Alderson, 05 Nov 2026 15:28
The Moto Watch Fit 27 is available in silver, gray, and black.

Motorola Moto Watch Fit 27 launches with Polar features

Motorola is launching a new rectangular smartwatch, aiming to offer attractive value for money with a bright OLED display, twelve days of battery life, and fitness features from Polar. The watch is available in three colors and with a wide range of straps.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Nov 2026 15:27
Drop Duchy combines Tetris-style puzzles with medieval city-building strategy and is available on Steam for just $5.99 until November 18.

Deal | Medieval Tetris: Quirky strategy hybrid drops under $6 for the first time on Steam

Anyone who thinks Tetris is all about clearing rows of blocks might be surprised by Drop Duchy. Here, those familiar falling shapes are used to build entire medieval duchies, complete with their own economies and armies. The unusual strategy hybrid has now dropped below $6 on Steam for the first time.
Marius Müller, 05 Nov 2026 14:56
The Excrawlers is a varied action RPG with plenty of build options, dungeons and replay value. The game has received positive reviews and is currently available on Steam for next to nothing. Anyone looking for a quick RPG fix probably can't go too far wrong here.

Deal | 93% off: Well-rated RPG now under $1 on Steam

The Excrawlers is a varied action RPG with plenty of build options, dungeons and replay value. The game has received positive reviews and is currently available on Steam for next to nothing. Anyone looking for a quick RPG fix probably can't go too far wrong here.
Marius Müller, 05 Nov 2026 14:35
Hogwarts Legacy Hogsmeade village with Nvidia DLSS 5 Neural Rendering enabled.

Hogwarts Legacy gets major Nvidia DLSS 5 graphics upgrade on PC

Hogwarts Legacy is receiving Nvidia DLSS 5 support on 5 November, introducing AI-powered Neural Rendering for improved lighting, shadows and materials. The update supports GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs, RTX Spark systems and GeForce NOW Ultimate.
Louise Burke, 05 Nov 2026 14:17
The Signature 27 has a "DxOMark Gold Label" camera setup. Pictured: a photo showing the back of the phone.

Motorola launches Signature 27 with bright AMOLED, advanced camera setup, and large battery

The Motorola Signature 27 has been launched, and as expected, this Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 flagship is quite expensive. It has a retail price of €1,899 in the EU, but the company is betting on the super-bright AMOLED display, 200MP camera setup, and the 7,000mAh battery to make it attractive to potential buyers.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Nov 2026 14:00
Samsung has already released a companion app for the Galaxy Fit4.

Samsung leaks Galaxy Fit 4 with wallet, speaker and photo watch face

Samsung could soon unveil a cheaper alternative to the Fitbit Edge, as the company has already released a smartphone app for the Samsung Galaxy Fit4. This app offers an early look at the wearable's design, watch faces, and some of its features.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Nov 2026 13:54
The U32G5D could be soon launched in the global market. Pictured: an edited promo render of the gaming monitor.

AOC launches new 4K gaming monitor with 180Hz Penta Tandem QD-OLED display

The recently unveiled AOC U32G5D is now available in China. This 4K gaming monitor has a 31.5-inch Penta Tandem QD-OLED display with a 180Hz refresh rate. It sports DisplayHDR True Black 400 certification, and the launch price is CNY 3,498, about $524.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Nov 2026 13:45
The Garmin Enduro 4 achieves unlimited battery life with an MiP display and solar cells.

Garmin MiP smartwatches could disappear for good, according to CEO

Until a few years ago, Garmin shipped almost all its smartwatches with an energy-efficient MiP display offering perfect readability in sunlight, but most models now use OLED displays. Garmin's CEO now hints that the end of MiP smartwatches is drawing closer.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Nov 2026 12:52
Models like the Xiaomi SU7 and YU7 are expected to spearhead the brand's right-hand-drive expansion into markets such as Australia.

Xiaomi plans global right-hand-drive push for 2028

Chinese technology giant Xiaomi is advancing its global automotive strategy. Following its scheduled European market entry, a targeted push into right-hand-drive markets with high-performance electric vehicles will follow in 2027.
Andreas Jakobi, 05 Nov 2026 12:49
Thanks to recompilation, Zelda: Breath of the Wild runs at nearly 60 FPS on the Steam Deck OLED. (Pictured: A screenshot from a YouTube video by the Savage Wind Recomp project.)

Zelda: Breath of the Wild runs on Steam Deck without an emulator at nearly 60 FPS

Thanks to recompilation, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild can now be played on the Steam Deck without an emulator. A recent gameplay video shows just how smoothly the game runs on Valve's handheld.
Marius Müller, 05 Nov 2026 12:47
The UR-300 Time Quantum mechanical watch.

Urwerk unveils UR-300 Time Quantum mechanical watch with wandering hours

Urwerk introduces the limited-edition UR-300 Time Quantum watch in Grade 5 titanium, featuring a prograde T-frame wandering-hours display and Caliber UR-30.01.
Darryl Linington, 05 Nov 2026 12:46
The final promotional campaign for GTA 6 is now in full swing.

GTA 6's final marketing push is here – and this is what it looks like

For months, fans have been wondering what Rockstar's final marketing push for GTA 6 would look like. Now it's here – and this article offers a glimpse of the worldwide promotional campaign.
Marius Müller, 05 Nov 2026 12:28
Ryzen 9000 desktop processor. AMD says PCs still matter as data centers take priority.

AMD promises not to abandon Ryzen — but keeps drifting away from gamers and PCs

AMD's data-center business now generates nearly two-thirds of its revenue, while gaming sales are down 40% and the PC segment is losing ground. The company says it remains committed to Ryzen and the consumer market, but its latest results show how much its business is shifting toward AI and server chips.
Andrew Sozinov, 05 Nov 2026 12:00
The official Bvlgari Octo Finissimo.

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo titanium lineup at Geneva Watch Days

Bvlgari reveals its titanium Octo Finissimo Dual Time and Vianney Halter collaboration at Geneva Watch Days 2026, showcasing the innovative custom BVF 200 caliber.
Darryl Linington, 05 Nov 2026 11:47
The Lenovo Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 comes with a microSD slot, something hardly any other flagship tablet offers.

Lenovo leads the way – Why don’t all flagship tablets come with this feature?

Sometimes it's that simple: Lenovo includes a microSD slot in the Yoga Tab Plus Gen 2 that lets you expand the internal storage. It's actually surprising that other high-end tablets don't have one, given the many advantages this little slot offers.
Florian Schmitt, 05 Nov 2026 11:20
Emberville in-game screenshot.

Emberville Steam early access officially delayed, but you get a discount

Cygnus Cross delays pixel action RPG Emberville from October 27 to January 7, 2027, to rework bow combat and add post-launch content to the $29.99 Steam build.
Darryl Linington, 05 Nov 2026 11:10
Xiaomi’s Mijia Smart Steam Air Fryer 7L

Xiaomi air fryer with sous vide now available in more countries

Xiaomi is rolling out the Mijia Smart Steam Air Fryer 7L across Europe. First announced for a global launch earlier in 2026, this kitchen appliance is said to offer a range of cooking functions, including sous vide.
Polly Allcock, 05 Nov 2026 10:55
Front and rear views of the Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone, showing its display and triple rear camera arrangement.

Deal | Samsung Galaxy S26 gets £250 Black Friday discount as early-access offers open in UK

Samsung has cut £250 off the Galaxy S26 in the UK ahead of Black Friday 2026. Its official announcement lists 17 November as the offer's closing date, while the company's early-access programme and Black Friday Price Promise launched on 4 November.
Louise Burke, 05 Nov 2026 10:51
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake has launched with a Metascore of 96.

Undeserved rave reviews? Zelda remake scores 96 on Metacritic

The remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has launched to an impressive Metascore of 96. But does the game truly deserve such high ratings on its own merits, or is nostalgia for the legendary original playing a part?
Marius Müller, 05 Nov 2026 10:49
MediaMarktSaturn storefront following regulatory clearance of the acquisition by JD.com.

EU approves JD.com acquisition of MediaMarkt parent

The planned acquisition of Ceconomy by Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has cleared its final regulatory hurdles in Europe. Following intense geopolitical friction and thorough antitrust scrutiny, the European Commission has granted conditional approval.
Andreas Jakobi, 05 Nov 2026 10:48
Rollme’s AuraCam adds an 8MP stabilised camera to a pair of over-ear headphones.

New affordable headphones launch with a built-in 8MP camera

Rollme has launched the AuraCam, over-ear wireless headphones with an 8MP camera and electronic image stabilisation, OpenAI-powered recognition and real-time translation, three-tap meeting recording and a 40mm microcrystalline metal diaphragm. The headphones support Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 6 and sell in Black and Beige for $89.99 during Rollme’s 11.11 promotion.
Antony Muchiri, 05 Nov 2026 10:00
Intel Nova Lake CPUs reportedly pack up to 52 cores.

Intel Nova Lake sacrifices performance for safety with strict max frequency lock above 90 C

Intel's upcoming next-generation CPU architecture for desktops, codenamed "Nova Lake", is expected to be fully revealed at CES 2027. Intel Nova Lake-S desktop processors compete directly with AMD's next-generation Zen 6 CPUs. A new leak from realiable leaker Jaykihn has now shed light on the maximum clock speeds and thermal profile of the Intel Nova Lake chips.
Fawad Murtaza, 05 Nov 2026 09:29
The Qi2.2 Slim 10,000mAh power bank is 13.9mm thin. Pictured: a promo picture of the portable charger showing its slim design.

Ugreen launches refreshed slim magnetic power bank with 45W fast charging support

The MagFlow Qi2.2 Slim Power Bank 10,000mAh has been refreshed in the Dark Cherry colorway. It brings the same 45W fast charging support through wired mode, and there's an integrated USB-C cable. The launch price is $79.99.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 05 Nov 2026 09:02
MacBook Pro showing program code on a desk

Postman added itself to Claude Code and Codex without asking

An update to the Postman desktop app installed plugins into Claude Code and OpenAI Codex without asking, and users report entries in Cursor and the GitHub Copilot CLI as well. A startup hook pushed the agents toward Postman's tools for API work. Postman says it is reverting the change. Here are the affected files and how to remove the entries.
Steffen Zahn, 05 Nov 2026 08:43
The Casio CRW-002D-1A

Casio launches two new 2nd-gen full metal ring watches with retro A168 styling in the US

Casio has launched the CRW-002 second-generation ring watches in the US. The CRW-002 series consists of two models: the CRW-002D-1A in plain steel and the CRW-002G-9A with a gold aesthetic. Both models are styled after Casio’s 30-year-long-selling timepiece, the A168.
Abhinav Fating, 05 Nov 2026 07:28

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