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Mar 24
A person holding the Bumpboxx BB-777 next to a car.

This new retro-inspired boombox brings 270 W output, USB recording and fan-cooled amplifier

Bumpboxx's BB-777 is now official - it is a new 270 W portable vintage-styled boombox with cassette, CD, radio, and Bluetooth support - you can digitize your media as well. It runs up to 15 hours on battery, has a powerful audio output setup and is launching via Kickstarter.
Anubhav Sharma, 24 Mar 2026 19:00
Apple has released the fourth major update for iOS 26.

Apple iPhone receives major update to iOS 26.4 with new features and long overdue bug fix

One of the biggest updates of the year for the Apple iPhone is here. With iOS 26.4, iPhone users get a range of exciting new features, including the ability to use Shazam without the internet, a new music widget and support for the AirPods Max 2.
Hannes Brecher, 24 Mar 2026 18:37
The Ayaneo Next 2 is a flagship Windows-powered handheld.

Ayaneo suspends sales of its Next 2 Windows handheld due to rising storage costs

Ayaneo is the latest handheld brand to be affected by the rising costs of components. The manufacturer has announced it is suspending sales of its Indiegogo-backed Next 2 Windows handheld, which is supposed to begin shipping in a few months.
Habeeb Onawole, 24 Mar 2026 18:31
Making Windows 11 great again

Windows 11 to soon get improved RAM management, snappier UI experience, faster File Explorer and better drivers

After focusing on too much OS-level AI integration and the small reality check delivered by Apple's MacBook Neo with its 8 GB of RAM, Microsoft now promises to scale back on the AI features and actually bring much needed improvements for Windows 11, including lower RAM footprint, WebUI3 user interface, a more responsive File Explorer and drivers for the latest hardware tech.
Bogdan Solca, 24 Mar 2026 18:18
Panasonic reissues the Lumix TZ200, but gives the camera a serious downgrade.

Panasonic Lumix ZS300 compact camera launches with 1-inch sensor, 15x zoom and OIS

The latest compact camera from Panasonic is designed to outperform smartphone cameras and still fit in your pocket. Panasonic combines a 20 megapixel sensor in 1 inch format with a 24 - 360 mm zoom lens, which should be able to record convincing 4K videos even when walking thanks to five-axis image stabilization.
Hannes Brecher, 24 Mar 2026 18:08
The Titan 2 Elite Pro is visually identical to the regular Titan 2 Elite.

Titan 2 Elite Pro: Kickstarter smash hits $1.8 million with Dimensity 8400

The Titan 2 Elite Pro is Unihertz's more powerful alternative to the compact Titan 2 Elite. Powered by the same chipset as the Xiaomi 15T, the Titan 2 Elite Pro also comes with 512 GB of storage, an optically stabilised primary camera to distinguish itself from the cheaper Titan 2 Elite.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2026 17:53
An illustration showing a sun and an exoplanet.

These failed stars could merge to form a new star

Astronomers have recently spotted two brown dwarfs, located 1,000 light-years away, that are extremely close together. And they could merge to form a new star, which would change our understanding of these mysterious celestial objects.
Alexis Stegmann, 24 Mar 2026 17:49
Banner for Steam Charts is shown

Steam sets peak user count record of 42.3 million, bolstered by Crimson Desert release date

More users than ever populated Valve’s platform on March 22nd. Aided by Crimson Desert, the marketplace achieved a new high concurrent user count of 42.3 million. Steam Charts show how indie games like Slay the Spire 2 have unexpectedly lured gamers to the marketplace.
Adam Corsetti, 24 Mar 2026 17:10
The HP EliteBook 6 G2 range includes over a dozen models.

HP launches new EliteBook 6 business laptops with AMD and Intel processors

HP has updated its EliteBook 6 range with a series of G2 models. Launched as the EliteBook 6 G2a and EliteBook 6 G2i, the new laptops comes in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes with optional lightweight variants.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2026 17:07
Unofficial CAD render of rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8.

First Galaxy Z Fold 8 CAD renders show familiar design, marginally thicker than Z Fold 7

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is said to use a dual-layer Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) with a laser-drilled metal support plate and come with a larger battery. Now, renders have hinted at the same dimensions and overall design.
Vineet Washington, 24 Mar 2026 16:31
According to Insider Gaming, Red Storm was working on at least ten Ubisoft projects in parallel before the studio’s development role was ended.

Ubisoft ends Red Storm’s development role as studio was involved in at least ten projects

Ubisoft has ended game development at Red Storm Entertainment, resulting in the loss of more than 100 jobs. According to a report, the long-established studio was involved in at least ten projects at the time of the layoffs.
Marius Müller, 24 Mar 2026 16:27
The EliteBook 6 G2q is only available as a 14-inch laptop.

HP launches new 14-inch laptop with OLED displays, Snapdragon X2 Elite and up to 64 GB RAM

HP has unveiled a new 14-inch laptop powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform. Available with up to a Snapdragon X2 Elite and 64 GB of RAM, the EliteBook 6 G2q also comes with a 5G modem, up to 28 hours of battery life and optional OLED or 800-nit IPS displays.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2026 16:21
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Absolum and Nova Roma are joining Xbox Game Pass.

Three games in three days: Xbox Game Pass gets a major boost this week

From March 24 to 26, Microsoft is adding a new game to Xbox Game Pass every day. Alongside an RPG from a well-known series and a roguelike beat ’em up – both of which boast more than 90% positive Steam reviews – subscribers can also look forward to a brand-new city builder that will be available in Game Pass on day one.
Marius Müller, 24 Mar 2026 16:17
Razer Viper V4 Pro wireless gaming mouse shown in black and white

Razer Viper V4 Pro arrives as a lighter wireless gaming mouse with 50K optical sensor

The refreshed version of the Viper V3 Pro promises greater precision and agility. The new Razer Viper V4 Pro ships with a 50K optical sensor and a beefier rechargeable battery. Available now, other tweaks to the Razer gaming mouse include an optical scroll wheel and snappier switches.
Adam Corsetti, 24 Mar 2026 16:00
HP's new 14-inch EliteBook 8 laptop.

HP refreshes popular business laptops with AMD Gorgon Point and Intel Panther Lake processors

HP has updated its Elitebook 8 range with new AMD and Intel variants. Available in multiple sizes, the EliteBook 8 G2a and EliteBook 8 G2i feature up to 64 GB of RAM with multiple IPS and OLED display options.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2026 15:43
The Tecno Spark 50 5G will be available in four color options

Tecno set to launch Spark 50 5G smartphone on March 27 with Pixel 10-inspired design

Tecno is all set to launch the new Spark 50 5G smartphone on March 27 in India. The new smartphone features a Pixel 10-inspired rear design and MIL-STD-810H certification. On top of this, it has a large 6,500 mAh battery with 45 W wired charging support.
Abhinav Fating, 24 Mar 2026 15:40
Resident Evil 9 running under PSSR2, which provided notable improvements to quality without looking like an AI Instagram filter.

Frame Generation "should be seen at some point" on PlayStation, confirms Mark Cerny

Lead PlayStation hardware engineer Mark Cerny confirms in a Digital Foundry interview that Frame Generation "should be seen at some point on PlayStation platforms", pointing out how PSSR uses a "the same model" as AMD FSR Redstone upscaling since the technologies were developed in tandem via collaboration Project Amethyst, though their applications greatly differ despite final result similarity.
Christopher Harper, 24 Mar 2026 15:16
The new Astron Nexter models pair deep blue dials with lightweight titanium cases. Pictured: Seiko HAD001.

Seiko launches four new Astron Nexter watches with solar power and automatic GPS time sync

Seiko is expanding its Astron Nexter lineup with four new GPS solar watches that automatically adjust to the correct time anywhere in the world. Two models pack in complications and sub-dials, while the other two keep things clean and minimal—all in lightweight titanium cases.
Kristen Spradlin, 24 Mar 2026 15:12
The Titan 2 Elite maintains a BlackBerry-style physical keyboard.

Titan 2 Elite: Unihertz releases new compact smartphone with physical keyboard

Unihertz has now released the Titan 2 Elite. Launching as a Clicks Communicator rival, the new compact smartphone features a physical keyboard with a choice of two chipsets and a 120 Hz AMOLED display. The Titan 2 Elite starts with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2026 15:01
The HP ZBook X G1i.

More powerful than Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9: HP launches ZBook X G2i

The new HP ZBook X G2i is here. This workstation laptop has a 16-inch screen and the Nvidia RTX Pro 3000 Blackwell and 128 GB of RAM.
Benjamin Herzig, 24 Mar 2026 14:42
HP has shown off two new mini-PCs

HP unveils EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a and EliteDesk 8 Mini G2i mini-PCs with newest Intel and AMD hardware

HP has shown off two new mini-PCs: the EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a and EliteDesk 8 Mini G2i. The former uses an AMD Ryzen AI 400 series CPU and the latter is powered by unspecified Intel hardware.
Anil Ganti, 24 Mar 2026 14:41
The OnePlus 15T.

OnePlus 15T launches with significantly higher pricing than the 13T

OnePlus has now officially launched the OnePlus 15T in China. The compact flagship succeeds the OnePlus 13T as OnePlus's latest attempt at delivering a performance-focused, bang-for-buck model—although it does so while also carrying a heavier price tag than last year's phone.
Ricci Rox, 24 Mar 2026 14:36
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4112fdw has a 4.3-inch color touchscreen.

HP's new LaserJet printers are the world's first with quantum-resistant protection

HP has announced two new LaserJet printers which feature quantum-resistant protection. The printers, which are designed for SMBs without an IT team are easy to set up, manage, and more efficient than the previous generation.
Habeeb Onawole, 24 Mar 2026 14:30
HP's top-spec Omen Max 45L gaming PC has recieved an Arrow Lake refresh

HP Omen Max 45L gaming desktop refreshed with new Intel Arrow Lake CPUs

HP now lets users configure its Omen Max 45L gaming desktop with Intel Arrow Lake processors. It has also doubled the maximum amount of supported RAM, but with a major caveat.
Anil Ganti, 24 Mar 2026 14:30
The HP ZBook 8 G2i will be released in April 2026.

HP unveils ZBook 8 G2i with more power and a slimmer GaN charger

HP has announced a successor to the ZBook 8 G1i released a year ago. The new ZBook 8 G2i will be available in 16'' and 14'' models with more processing power, a compact form factor, and a redesigned charger.
Habeeb Onawole, 24 Mar 2026 14:30
Promotional image for the HP ZBook 8 G2a 14-inch.

HP ZBook 8 G2a workstation laptop for demanding local compute and AI workloads announced

HP has released a slew of new products including upgrades to the ZBook 8 lineup. The ZBook 8 G2a will be offered in 14-inch and 16-inch options with Intel and AMD CPUs, and CoPilot+ support.
Vineet Washington, 24 Mar 2026 14:30
The HP Omen Max 35L is now available with Intel's newest Arrow Lake CPUs

HP Omen 35L refreshed with Intel Arrow Lake and Radeon RX 9000 series graphics cards

The HP Omen Max 35L has received an Arrow Lake refresh. GPU choices include just about everything Intel and AMD have to offfer.
Anil Ganti, 24 Mar 2026 14:30
The HP ProBook 4 G2i 14-inch.

Desperate times, desperate measures: New HP ProBook G2 laptops to feature soldered 128 GB UFS storage for lower price

HP has announced the newest iteration of its affordable business line, the HP ProBook G2. The new lineup includes many different options in terms of size and features, with higher quality screens as the standout feature.
Benjamin Herzig, 24 Mar 2026 14:30
Krafton says PUBG: Battlegrounds banned about 260,000 DMA-based cheaters in 2025 and will keep DMA cheating as its top anti-cheat priority in 2026.

PUBG’s new roadmap puts DMA cheating and repeat offenders at the center

Krafton says PUBG: Battlegrounds permanently banned about 260,000 DMA cheaters in 2025 as its 2026 anti-cheat roadmap adds AI video analysis, stronger re-entry blocks, and false-ban review improvements.
Darryl Linington, 24 Mar 2026 14:21
A promo poster for the new Casio Pro Trek PRW-B1000WM-1.

Now on sale: Casio's premium Pro Trek solar watch with titanium band listed with limited stock

Casio’s Pro Trek PRW-B1000WM-1 is now on sale at $990 with limited stock. The titanium watch combines Tough Solar, Bluetooth, and Triple Sensor tech, following its earlier launch as a White Mountaineering collaboration.
Anubhav Sharma, 24 Mar 2026 13:38
The Nintendo Switch 2 did not sell as well over Christmas as Nintendo had expected.

Nintendo Switch 2 OLED could launch earlier due to low demand of Switch 2 LCD

The Nintendo Switch 2 is said to have sold much worse than Nintendo expected in the important Christmas sales period, which is why the gaming giant is said to have cut production of the console by a third. Sales of the cheaper Japan-exclusive model suggest that the high price is the problem.
Hannes Brecher, 24 Mar 2026 13:05
US bans import of foreign routers

US bans import of foreign routers due to security concerns

While the state sector has long restricted the use of foreign networking equipment, the Federal Communications Commission’s recent actions mark a significant escalation. Now, "all consumer-grade routers produced in foreign countries" are banned from being imported to the US.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Mar 2026 12:51
Apple says older iPhones should be updated after web attacks targeted out-of-date versions of iOS.

Apple says older iPhones need to be updated to stay protected

Apple says malicious web content has been used against out-of-date iPhones, and users on older iOS versions should install recent updates to stay protected.
Darryl Linington, 24 Mar 2026 12:36
Close up images of the Credor Kuon GCL995.

Seiko's new Credor Kuon GCLX995 mechanical watch adds blue ceramic dial to hand-wound Spring Drive lineup

The Credor Kuon GCLX995 is the latest watch from Seiko's ultra-premium segment. It sports a blue ceramic dial and hand-wound 7R31 Spring Drive in a 39 mm steel case. Initially a Japan-focused release, the model is expected to reach wider global availability through select retailers.
Anubhav Sharma, 24 Mar 2026 12:35
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra's packaging was revealed in China, while a teaser hints at a global release window.

Oppo Find X9 Ultra global launch window confirmed alongside standout feature

Oppo has started sharing specific details about the upcoming Hasselblad-branded camera flagship beyond China. Besides unveiling the packaging for both the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and X9s Pro domestically, the company has released a global teaser confirming the X9 Ultra’s international launch window.
Alexander Fagot, 24 Mar 2026 12:29
The Asus Vivobook S14 OLED laptop features a removeable SSD.

Deal | This 40% off Asus Vivobook S14 laptop with 120 Hz OLED, 24 GB RAM will last for years to come

The Asus Vivobook S14 Windows laptop with the Ryzen AI 9 365 Strix Point APU, 24 GB of RAM, and a 120 Hz OLED display is on sale at Staples at a big discount.
Fawad Murtaza, 24 Mar 2026 12:06
The Chuwi CoreBook X is one of at least three Chuwi products that were delivered with an older CPU than advertised.

Chuwi responds to CPU fraud, does not replace all affected models

After we found an older, less powerful processor than advertised in the Chuwi CoreBook X and CoreBook Plus, Chuwi has finally officially commented on this scandal - and offered customers a possible solution. However, Chuwi is still not commenting on the extent of this possible fraud attempt.
Hannes Brecher, 24 Mar 2026 10:28
Mojang has announced Minecraft Dungeons II, and Xbox says the sequel is heading to Game Pass on day one this fall.

Minecraft Dungeons II is coming to Xbox Game Pass on day one this fall

Minecraft Dungeons II has been announced for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Steam, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass, with a day-one Game Pass launch planned for fall 2026.
Darryl Linington, 24 Mar 2026 10:25
Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus Arrow Lake Refresh CPU performance has leaked.

Presumably doomed Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus makes strong case for release with impressive Geekbench results

Intel Core Ultra 9 290K has reportedly been canceled. So, there will be, for the time being, only two CPUs in the Core Ultra 200S Plus Arrow Lake Refresh lineup. However, the Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has now popped up on Geekbench with impressive performance.
Fawad Murtaza, 24 Mar 2026 09:59
Microsoft has announced a new Xbox Partner Preview for March 26 with Sega, GSC Game World, Owlcat Games, and Game Pass updates.

Microsoft sets the next Xbox Partner Preview for March 26

Xbox has announced a new Partner Preview for March 26, with updates on Stranger Than Heaven, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and more.
Darryl Linington, 24 Mar 2026 09:05
The Vivo X300 and its circular camera design

Vivo X300 Ultra surfaces in fresh new colorways ahead of its March 30 debut

Vivo is set to unveil the X300 Ultra on March 30th, and pre-launch leaks paint a compelling picture. The flagship arrives with a bold triple-camera system featuring dual 200MP sensors, optional Zeiss teleconverter attachments, and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 power under the hood.
Nathan Ali, 24 Mar 2026 08:57
The Vivo Pad 6 Pro's display.

Vivo's flagship tablet with 4K display now has a confirmed launch date

The Vivo Pad 5 Pro launched last year with the Dimensity 9400 processor. Now, the company has confirmed the launch details of its successor, the Vivo Pad 6 Pro. Ahead of the launch, Vivo has teased a few highlights of the Pad 6 Pro, including its large display and a flagship Snapdragon chipset.
Huzefa Baloch, 24 Mar 2026 06:21
A screengrab of Crimson Desert "running" on an Intel Arc B580 GPU

Pearl Abyss apologizes and removes Intel Arc refund message as Crimson Desert “launches” for Team Blue with bugs

Pearl Abyss has apologized for an FAQ message that urged Intel Arc users to refund Crimson Desert, removed the wording, and says it is now working on compatibility and optimization for Intel’s GPUs after community backlash and Intel’s public disappointment. While some players report the game now “launches” on Arc with the latest patch, it remains plagued by issues such as missing textures, shader problems, and black screens, with no timeline yet for a full fix.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Mar 2026 01:56
Resident Evil protagonist Leon Kennedy in a DLSS 5 showcase

Capcom confirms it won't use AI-generated materials in games but Gen AI to be used to boost productivity

Capcom says it will not ship games containing AI-generated materials or assets, but will use generative AI internally to speed up development across areas like graphics, sound, and programming. The policy, disclosed in a March 23 investor Q&A amid renewed scrutiny following NVIDIA’s DLSS 5 showcase, positions AI as a productivity tool rather than a source of final in-game content.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Mar 2026 01:45
A screengrab of Crimson Desert running on PC

Palworld exec spent 7 hours ‘goofing around’ in Crimson Desert skipping the story: "The game is made for me"

Crimson Desert launched March 19 to mixed Steam reviews but a generally favorable Metacritic user score, with criticism aimed at clunky controls and an uneven story while its expansive open world earns praise. Pocketpair publishing chief John “Bucky” Buckley said he spent seven hours “goofing around” and skipping the main narrative, calling it his “dream game,” as Pearl Abyss maintains the controls improve once players acclimate.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Mar 2026 01:22
The Galaxy Z Fold8 might be even thinner and lighter than the Fold7.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Apple’s first foldable iPhone to share Samsung's new display tech

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold8’ to have the same "crease-less" display technology as iPhone Fold, aiming to match the Oppo Find N6's nearly invisible crease while offering a thinner, lighter design. As the race for foldable supremacy heats up, 2026 looks to be the year the screen crease finally disappears (kind of).
Martin Filipov, 24 Mar 2026 00:11
Mar 23
Galaxy A37, A57 hands-on.

Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 leak hours before launch; Samsung takes down YouTube video leak

Detailed leaks have fully unmasked the Samsung Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 ahead of their official March 25 debut. These mid-range contenders feature 6.7-inch 120Hz displays, 45W fast charging, and a shift to Exynos chipsets, with prices starting around $420. Samsung appears to be tightening security following the leak, as a detailed hands-on video has already been scrubbed from the web.
Martin Filipov, 23 Mar 2026 23:38
An image showing a castle and characters in Kingdom Come: Deliverance.

Deal | With 84% positive reviews, this medieval open-world RPG is 80% off on Steam

Kingdom Come: Deliverance is a medieval open-world RPG in which you must avenge the loss of your parents. But to achieve your goal, you’ll have to overcome many challenges and explore an open world that is as beautiful as it is dangerous.
Alexis Stegmann, 23 Mar 2026 22:27
New Zealand pinball machine collector Kim Michael Dozier playing an Iron Maiden pinball Machine at Kimzone

New Zealand police confiscate $170K pinball collection after “Kimzone” garage arcade arrest

New Zealand police have seized and will auction a Christchurch man’s $150,000–$172,000 pinball collection after a High Court ruled the “Kimzone” garage arcade was tainted property linked to a drug-dealing operation. Kim Michael Dozier, sentenced to four years and one month in prison, was found with drugs valued at about $125,000, $45,500 in cash, and illegal substances hidden throughout his home.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 23 Mar 2026 21:13
Banner showing Pywel in Crimson Desert

PS Store gives rare refunds for Crimson Desert PS5 version, as patch addresses crashes

With critics calling the Crimson Desert PS5 release broken, the PS Store has agreed to selective refunds. The map crash bug can make the game unplayable, meeting the marketplace’s criteria. A patch that targets bugs, poor performance, and laggy controls may lead to more satisfied buyers.
Adam Corsetti, 23 Mar 2026 21:03

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