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In Phantom Brigade, you'll fight turn-based tactical battles with mechs. But to defeat your opponents, you'll need to adapt your tactics to each situation, manage your resources, and use the environment to your advantage.

The Apple iPhone Duo is now officially out, and the phone is not having a great time. After reports emerged of the failure-prone hinge mechanism of the iPhone Duo, a Polish YouTuber tested the durability of the hinge by folding the iPhone Duo repeatedly. The phone failed after only 75,000 folds.

The fantasy adventure REKA promises a cozy life as a witch in the middle of a dark fairy-tale forest. After roughly two years in Early Access, the game has now reached its full release and is celebrating with a 35% launch discount on Steam.

PeakDo's new LinkPower Ultra attaches to the back of SpaceX’s Starlink Mini. It adds a cooling fan that runs between 52°C and 45°C, switches to semi-solid-state cells, and packs 27,000mAh (99.9Wh) into a 22mm-thick body rated for up to 5.5 hours of use.

An open-weight Alibaba model tried to upload a file to a server in Beijing during a security test run by Cohere, without being asked. The sandbox blocked the attempt, which Cohere says happened in fewer than one in 100,000 calls. Anyone running Qwen3.8-Flash-Next locally as an agent should still cut off its network access.

Xiaomi has unveiled the Mijia Shoe Washer 3kg, a dedicated footwear washer that goes on crowdfunding through Youpin. It washes two to four pairs per load using a high-speed pulsator and three brushes, offers eight programs including a 20-minute quick wash, and carries lab-tested sterilization claims of up to 99.8%.

With iOS 27.2, Apple marks all images from Image Playground and more extensively edited photos with Google's invisible SynthID watermark. It is embedded in the pixels rather than the metadata and is designed to survive cropping and compression. However, it cannot be checked on the iPhone itself; Google's Detector is required.

The iPhone Duo lacks FaceTime's Eye Contact setting, which adjusts your gaze during video calls to make it look as though you are looking into the camera. Even iPhones with Touch ID have it, but the foldable does not. Apple has yet to explain why, but the camera's position beneath the inner display offers a plausible reason.

The Acemagic K5 initially launched with the entry-level processor from the Wildcat Lake series. Now, the mini PC is available with the slightly more capable Intel Core 5 320. It's paired with 16GB of RAM, up from 12GB, and is currently available for $499.

Ollama can now convert text to speech entirely locally on Macs with Apple Silicon. Gradium's Phonon models speak five languages, including German, read chat responses aloud as they are being generated, and can be accessed through an OpenAI-compatible interface. There is a catch for commercial projects, however.

Apple has released iOS 27.2 and iPadOS 27.2, patching 163 security vulnerabilities, including flaws in Apple Intelligence and Hide My Email. According to Calif, most of the vulnerabilities behind the iPhone Duo jailbreak have also been patched. The updates also bring Multiview to the iPhone and add the Siri Remote to Find My.

Dell has introduced the UltraSharp U3226QER monitor in China. The monitor features a 31.5-inch IPS Black display with 4K resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels), 99% DCI-P3 coverage, and a 120 Hz refresh rate. Plus, it comes with VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification and an ambient light sensor.

The lightweight XPPen Magic Pro 13 is a slim Android 16 drawing tablet offering a 120Hz, 3K paper-like display, 650-nit max brightness, accurate colors, and the ability to double as an external PC monitor using a single USB-C cable. It comes with an X4 Smart Chip Stylus with 16K pressure levels and 60° tilt support.

(Multiple inaccuracies corrected) Tenda has released the U18v3, an inexpensive Wi-Fi 6 adapter that allows users to add Wi-Fi 6 support to outdated computers. The adapter can also turn computers with an internet connection into a hotspot for other devices to connect to.

Once a Switch 2 game launches on a Game-Key Card, it may never see a cartridge release. A retailer leaked a Nintendo policy that restricts publishers from making the change. Physical media supporters lobby companies to avoid download-dependent formats on the console.

Lara Croft has spent three decades exploring ancient tombs, collecting mysterious artifacts, and surviving traps that would make most archaeologists reconsider their career choices. Dark Horse's new 184-page hardcover revisits her adventures, allies, and enemies in chronological order, arriving just days after the franchise's 30th anniversary.

The XTU S7 Pro Max combines a 1/1.28-inch 50 MP RYYB sensor, AI night vision, and up to 14 stops of dynamic range in a compact 4K action camera, featuring Super Stabilization 5.0 EIS, 50-second pre-recording, 50 MP photography, magnetic quick-release mounting, and up to 200 minutes of battery life.

Phantom Blade Zero is currently scheduled to launch on October 29. And if you're planning to jump in on day one, you'll be glad to learn that it's already available at a discounted price.

Nvidia says the RTX 5090 isn’t discontinued, but getting the parts to build one is reportedly becoming harder. At least one board partner can no longer order GPU and memory kits — even on backorder — while reduced cooler orders raise fresh questions about the flagship’s future availability.

A $500 32-inch OLED monitor deal usually forces compromises with resolution or refresh rate. Yet the 4K Samsung Odyssey G7 offers more versatility than many far more expensive displays. Capable of a 330Hz refresh rate at 1080p, the G73SH is $600 lower than its May 2026 launch price.

Intel's 12GB Arc B580 delivered 31.1 tokens per second when running a 125-billion-parameter AI model with XeStrata, compared with 10.9 tokens per second using Strata. The result highlights the impact of inference software, although the test PC also required 64GB of RAM.

A tiny camera flash that weighs just 23 grams yet still boasts a rechargeable battery, USB-C and four power levels – the brand-new Godox iM10 is said to be perfect for compact cameras such as the Fujifilm X100 VI.

Apple's expected switch to OLED for the MacBook Pro affects an entire display technology. Counterpoint Research expects shipments of Mini-LED panels for notebooks to fall by 38 percent in 2026 and a further 60 percent in 2027, while OLED grows strongly. The overall market, meanwhile, is shrinking slightly.

HomePod software 27.2 brings the Sound Glow light effects to the existing HomePod mini and second-generation HomePod too. It also adds a touch panel lock and Mac audio via AirPlay. Surround sound with four HomePods, however, requires new hardware.

Apple has released macOS 27.2 and watchOS 27.2. Siri AI now also understands French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish. German is missing, and in the EU the new Siri remains limited to Mac and Vision Pro. iOS 27.2 has yet to arrive.

Microsoft's first Surface Laptop Ultra firmware update has quietly patched the display and power management issues that dogged its launch. But the bigger complaints about its Mini-LED screen can't be addressed with software fixes.

Apple has acknowledged reports of cracked inner displays on its new foldable iPhone Duo, saying the issue affects a small number of devices. Affected owners are being advised to contact AppleCare for replacements, while the cause of the screen failures remains unclear.

The iPhone Duo is Apple's first-ever foldable smartphone. However, the launch of the device has been spoiled by reported cases of hinge failures and broken inner displays. Samsung is apparently taking full advantage of this and is rubbing salt in the wounds of Apple.

Waist-level viewfinders allow you to hold the camera at waist height and look down into the viewfinder, as with a classic medium-format or TLR camera. SmallRig now offers a new viewfinder of this type, which is said to be ideal for cameras such as the Leica Q3 or the Ricoh GR IV.

HP has released a new 14-inch laptop built around Intel's Panther Lake architecture. Featuring up to 64 GB of RAM and an 800-nit display, the EliteBook 6 G2i 14 can also be configured with a PCIe Gen 5 SSD, as well as NFC connectivity and a SmartCard Reader.

Chinese researchers have set a world record for optical fiber transmission, achieving 3.2 Pb/s over a 10.3 km link using a 24-core fiber. The speed is theoretically enough to transfer more than 20,000 4K movies per second, although the technology has yet to reach commercial deployment.

Lenovo has released a new budget laptop in multiple countries. Boasting 16 hours of battery life in official tests, the Chromebook m Gen 10 15" also contains a 400-nit display and a built-in number pad.

Metroid Dread has received an unofficial PC port through an AI-assisted recompilation project, adding higher frame rates, widescreen support, and expanded graphics options. Available free on GitHub, the work-in-progress port requires players’ own game files updated to version 2.1.0, with the developer warning of potential crashes and glitches.

Available on Steam since October 16, 2023, Outpath is a game that takes place in a peaceful world without hostile creatures. Your goal will be to gather resources, build and expand your bases. However, you'll also have to meet your basic needs.

The Mac Pro is history, as Apple has discontinued the large, modular tower in favor of the compact Mac Studio. Anyone who owns the last Intel-powered Mac Pro from 2019 can now turn the impressive metal tower into a PC with a conversion kit.

This is an exciting week for Apple fans: A new MacBook is making its debut. For the first time, Apple is equipping its laptops with an OLED display and giving the chassis a new design and maybe even a 5G module.

The OnePlus Ace 7 Pro, a brand-new flagship smartphone, will be unveiled in just a few days. OnePlus has now officially confirmed that the device features a 200 MP main camera and a periscope telephoto camera, and has released a series of sample photos.

Xiaomi has released one of its latest smartwatches in more markets. Now available in Europe, the Smart Band 11 can be purchased with optional NFC connectivity. Both the Smart Band 11 and Smart Band 11 NFC leverage a 2,000-nit AMOLED display, up to 21 days of battery life and are available in multiple colours.

Miyoo has announced a new version of its Mini Plus handheld. The new version retains the design and most of the specs of the original that was released in 2023, but swaps the processor for a more powerful one.

GTA 6 reviews are expected to arrive on November 18, just one day before the official release. A known leaker has now reiterated the embargo date and shared that reviews could already be underway.

Xiaomi has now officially launched a new Poco smartphone globally. Featuring a 120 Hz VRR AMOLED display, the Poco X8s also contains a massive battery, support for 100 W charging and dual 50 MP cameras inside a comparatively compact body.

Stevens has introduced the E-Triton 9.9.1, a high-end electric trekking bike featuring a powerful 120 Nm Bosch mid-drive motor, electronic derailleur shifting, and a comprehensive utility setup.

GSC Game World has released a new free update for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, improving how far players can see stalkers and mutants roaming the Zone. Update 2.1 also introduces fast travel with squad leaders and combat adjustments, although making the world more believable could come at a performance cost.

T-Mobile customers will soon be able to bundle Xbox Game Pass in their single-line or multi-line plans if they switch to the T-Mix program. There are three tiers starting at $55, and you can switch your benefits up to four times a year.

Shoppers in the U.S. may find the Zelda-edition Switch 2 console on store racks. Some Walmart locations have the Nintendo handheld on display, even though it won't launch until October 29th. Meanwhile, a European buyer brought a pre-ordered unit home and posted unboxing photos.

Lenovo has heavily discounted its latest budget gaming laptop release in the US. Now available for 35% less than originally advertised, the LOQ Essential 15IRH11 have received a similar discount in Canada, too.

Amazon Games released a 30th anniversary trailer for Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, which launches February 12, 2027 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Switch 2.

In our review, the Xiaomi 18 Fold impresses with tremendous OLED brightness and high color accuracy. However, our measurements also reveal significant display flicker, which could pose a problem, particularly for sensitive users.

With the Watch 6 Pro Space Edition and the Watch GT 7 Pro, Huawei offers two high-end smartwatches featuring a wide range of sports and health functions. Yet, despite many similarities, the models differ significantly in terms of connectivity, features, and battery life. Which watch is the better choice?

This Halloween, Blackview PlayPop 8 AI Motion Gaming Console is bringing more excitement to the season with a dedicated Halloween-themed game hub, headlined by three brand-new games.