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Dynabook has launched a new Copilot+ laptop that ditches Intel for a Qualcomm processor. The new XD5 is a 14-inch notebook with a Snapdragon X Plus processor and Dynabook's famous user-replaceable battery.

Clean water is arguably one of the most meaningful upgrades for all households, which is why Waterdrop Filter’s latest filtration systems combine advanced purification, everyday convenience and long-term health benefits. From under-sink solutions to flexible countertop designs, these products are thoughtful gift choices for this Christmas season.

The fourth Epic Games Store mystery free game is now live, and it happens to be a decent one. To be specific, it's Blood West, a well-rated stealth FPS title from 2023. This freebie will remain active for just 24 hours.

One of the wildest rumors surrounding the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has apparently been confirmed shortly before its official launch in China. Screenshots of the camera app circulating online point to a proper continuous zoom with variable focal length based on a 200MP sensor, but there are also drawbacks to this solution.

Xiaomi’s Christmas surprise will apparently pack a fairly large battery into a chassis that is just 0.31 inches thick and will be available in a total of four different color options. A leaker has now listed some specs of what is likely the most exciting Leica camera flagship phone in years.

The US is preparing to build an alternative to the aging International Space Station by 2030, while SpaceX wants to launch 15,000 DTC satellites in total. Any number of things could go wrong, as a recent incident shows.

LG Display is gearing up to light up CES with more Tandem WOLED panel sizes. Previously limited to 27-inch 280 Hz and 540 Hz options, the OLED panel maker has begun teasing additional sizes and resolutions, including a 39-inch 5K ultrawide and what appears to be a 4K panel.

ModRetro recently unveiled a new version of their Chromatic retro handheld partially made with the same materials used in military drones made by Anduril, a weapons manufacturer. The CEO of ModRetro, Palmer Luckey, also owns Anduril. The new console has caused quite a stir in the retro community because of its ties to weapons manufacturing.

RAM shortages and rising prices have become a growing issue over the past few months, largely driven by increased demand from AI model training and data centers. And this problem is no longer limited to consumers, as it is now beginning to affect game development as well.

Using IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer), astronomers have answered a long-standing question — Where do the X-rays in a supermassive black hole’s jet come from? To do this, IXPE had to observe a galaxy cluster for more than 600 hours over a 60-day period.

Against the Storm blends base-building strategy with roguelike elements in a bold concept that players have widely embraced. With the Steam Winter Sale now underway, the game is discounted by 70% for the first time, reducing its price to about $9.

Nex Playground has quietly become the No. 2 game console in the U.S., outpacing PS5 unit sales during the Black Friday run-up, by emphasizing low-cost, controller-free, camera-based gameplay over cutting-edge graphics. In an interview, CEO David Lee says the PS3-level hardware and sub-$250 price point are deliberate trade-offs that position the cube-shaped console as a budget-friendly, family-focused alternative to traditional high-fidelity systems.

A US lawsuit alleges that OpenAI and Microsoft used ChatGPT in a manner that exacerbated a perpetrator’s psychosis, indirectly contributing to a fatal crime. The case’s outcome could play a crucial role in shaping how AI companies are held accountable in comparable situations.

A photographer managed to capture two rare phenomena in the sky last month. And while this may be a first, scientists could use this image to study them, as they are still very mysterious.

100% Orange Juice is now free to keep on Steam for a limited time. The long-running anime board game has cards, dice, and online multiplayer, and holds a "Very Positive" rating, making it a great time to add it to your library before Dec 22. Plus, the game is Steam Deck verified.

Office tasks, content creation, CAD, image editing or gaming - the ThinkBook 16p G6 is a jack of all trades and not only interesting for business customers. If you are looking for a large multimedia laptop, the new ThinkBook 16p G6 should definitely be on your short list.

Mangmi has chosen to provide details of its upcoming handheld, the Pocket Max, in bits. Following a reveal of the design and display specifications, it has now provided images that show the Pocket Max in two new colors.

GMKtec has launched the NucBox K15 in the global market. It's an affordable mini PC that's powered by the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, and with OCuLink and USB4 ports, the system brings proper eGPU support. The starting launch price is $359.99.

Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle, and it's holiday-themed. The collection has a total of nine titles that are published by Outright Games. All of them are playable on the Steam Deck, and they can be scored for just $15.

Humble Bundle has added a new game bundle to its current collection — the Games Under 5 Hours bundle. This bundle is packed with 10 games, all of which are compatible with Steam Deck, except for The Forest Quartet.

PBKreviews gave the OnePlus 15R a repairability score of 8.5 out of 10 thanks to its smart design choices like common screws and modular parts. However, the display replacement process remains complex due to buried components.

Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite will remain blocked on iOS in Japan, accusing Apple of defying the country’s new Mobile Software Competition Act despite formally allowing third-party app stores. CEO Tim Sweeney alleges Apple is preserving its dominance through high “junk fees,” strict reporting requirements, and alarming security prompts, while Apple defends its policies as necessary for user privacy, safety, and platform maintenance.

Released in 2022, the Steam Deck LCD quickly attracted a devoted following. Those fans are bemoaning the news that Valve will soon retire its cheapest gaming handheld. The Steam Deck OLED ships with improved specs, but has a price that’s on par with the ROG Xbox Ally and Legion Go S.

If the Final Fantasy 7 Remake demo is any indication, the Switch 2 game will impress fans. Even at lower resolutions, DLSS bridges the gap between the handheld and more powerful consoles. Image clarity is closer to the PS5 and Xbox Series X than expected, while looking crisper than the Series S.

Valheim, an open-world survival and crafting game set in a world inspired by Viking mythology, has once again dropped to a record-low price of just $9.99 during the Steam Winter Sale, making it a great time to check out one of the highest-rated games in the open-world survival-craft genre's history.

Fans have created an HTML5 browser port of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, playable with touch, mouse & KB, or gamepad. The title is available as a free demo up to the first story checkpoint, but as a form of piracy prevention, requires the player to upload original, checksum-verified game files to continue. Update: A factual mistake fixed.

The OmniBook 5 16 keeps it simple with few fancy features and extras while maintaining respectable basics and build quality for more attractive starting prices.

Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke has sparked backlash after defending the studio’s limited use of generative AI in the early development of its new Divinity game, prompting criticism from former employees who dispute his claims of internal consensus. The controversy underscores wider industry tensions over AI’s role in creative work, as fans and developers question its impact on jobs, artistic integrity, and innovation in big-budget games.

8BitDo has announced it will be attending CES 2026 in Las Vegas. While it is expected to showcase some of its existing products, the gaming accessory brand has revealed it will unveil a new product, too.

Leaked visuals from @geesgshock showcase a metal‑bezel Casio GM‑5600U G‑Shock collaboration with shochu brand iichiko Super, tied to a Daikanyama launch event and lottery‑only distribution, with exact specs still unconfirmed.​

There are three Lenovo ThinkPad laptops with AMD's high-end Strix Point CPU series. None of them have the option for a high quality OLED screen, despite these screens being an option for less expensive Krackan Point models. Is Lenovo making its AMD models again worse on purpose?

We have gotten an AMD Zen 9 leak before GTA VI. Serial leaker Moore's Law Is Dead has revealed the codenames of the AMD Zen 8 and Zen 9 core architectures. The leaker has also alleged the CPU socket platform that Zen 8 and Zen 9 CPUs will use.

Green Hell is a survival game that immerses you in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. And you will have to find various resources, build a base, and craft weapons in order to defend yourself against many enemies.

Hideo Kojima, famed creator of Metal Gear Solid and Death Stranding, outlined bold new concepts, including a game designed for weightlessness and another built to train and “delight” artificial intelligence. In an interview, he predicted AI will transform game development within five to ten years, arguing it should be embraced as a practical tool, much like smartphones once were, rather than feared.

ETA Prime has managed to get their hands on an ASRock BC-250, which features a cut-down PS5 APU. With some tweaks and by installing Bazzite on the system, the YouTuber has demoed how it can serve as a "$100 Steam Machine" alternative.

Anicorn has begun selling its PlayStation 30th anniversary watch. While the limited edition mechanical watch is already out of stock due to being limited to 600 pieces, the Play Symbol Watch is still available to purchase. However, it will take a while before you can get your hands on it.

As cars become more robust entertainment centers, PlayStation sees opportunities for growth. The Sony Honda Afeela 1 EV will launch with a PlayStation Portal handheld attached to its backseats. Even so, it may rely on PS Remote Play, which requires a console at home to enjoy PS5 games.

Epic Games Store has revealed the third mystery free game of the holiday season 2025. While the hopes weren't high for this round, the freebie still turned out to be disappointing. It's Eternights, which was previously given away by Amazon Prime Gaming.

Tesla will be expanding its Robotaxi platform with owner vehicles and the Cybercab in 2026. The Cybercab is the more problematic in terms of regulatory oversight, so it remains to be seen how it fares on public streets.

MSI has quietly launched the MAG 272QP QD-OLED X24 in North America. Priced at $499.99, the Gen 3 QD-OLED monitor combines a 1440p panel with a 240 Hz refresh rate and adds extras like a USB-C port with DisplayPort support.

The Exynos 2600 has been officially unveiled and is set to be the best processor for modern smartphones – at least in theory. Samsung has explicitly addressed many of the criticisms of its predecessor, such as poor efficiency, thermal management, camera image quality, and performance. As the world’s first 2nm chip, it is expected to debut with the Galaxy S26 generation.

According to a new report from Alinea Analytics, indie games dominated Steam in 2025, generating around 25% of the platform’s total revenue.

OnePlus has begun unveiling details about its newly announced Turbo series. While the OnePlus Ace 6T currently holds the title for the largest battery in any OnePlus phone, the company has confirmed that the new Turbo lineup will surpass it.

Google’s decision to drop support for the aging PlanetWeb 3.0 browser has effectively ended the Sega Dreamcast’s 25-year run as a functional web-browsing device, severing one of the console’s last remaining ties to its online past. Yet even as modern web standards leave the hardware behind, retro fans are turning to tools like FrogFind to keep the Dreamcast’s browsing experience and its nostalgic charm alive.

Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone has shared the first details about the upcoming Stardew Valley 1.7 update, confirming that new content is on the way. However, there is still no word on a release date.

OpenAI has launched the App Directory, a new extension feature for ChatGPT that connects the chatbot directly to services such as Gmail, Canva and Apple Music. This update allows ChatGPT to go beyond answering questions and start performing concrete tasks across connected platforms.

The creator behind the popular YouTube channel Linus Tech Tips recently had a brief hands-on experience with Valve’s new VR headset, the Steam Frame, during a visit to the company’s headquarters. In his latest video, he compares the device to other headsets such as the Valve Index, Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro.

Slay the Spire has earned consistently high praise from critics and players alike for its accessible blend of deck-building and roguelike mechanics. Now, for the first time, it is available at a steep 90% discount on Steam – dropping from around $25 to just about $2.50.

The iPhone Fold will reportedly be exceptionally compact when closed. According to rumours, it will feature an unconventional aspect ratio paired with a 5.3-inch secondary display. Newly surfaced CAD renders appear to reveal the dimensions of Apple’s first foldable device.

Skate Story is an indie skateboarding adventure on Steam where you play you as a fragile demon skating through a surreal underworld, with trick physics, a gripping narrative, and full controller support, plus Steam Deck Verification. It has "overwhelmingly positive" early reviews.​