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The British PC cooling specialist Billet Labs shows that even a powerful gaming PC with AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 can be cooled without a fan.

Samsung's brand-new addition to the "S" flagship lineup, the Galaxy S27 Pro will feature a 6.47-inch display, says top insider. This would position it as a smaller alternative to the Galaxy S27 Ultra (without S Pen support). Despite a distant February 2027 release window, Samsung's smaller flagship will compete with Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Google's redesigned Pixel 11 Pro.

Google has officially announced the first set of Android XR glasses, which are set to launch in fall 2026 with Gemini AI. They don't feature any displays, but the Xreal Project Aura are set to feature screens, and they are now scheduled to launch before the end of 2026.

With a Dimensity 9500 flagship processor, a 200 megapixel main camera and an 8,000 mAh battery, the Vivo iQOO 15T offers powerful features at prices starting at $559.

Powkiddy has released a new retro handheld globally. Available in a choice of three colours, the Powkiddy P36S is comparatively small despite featuring two joysticks, two USB Type-C ports and a pair of microSD card slots.

Mercedes-AMG is entering an entirely new era. The new all-electric GT 4-Door Coupe uses radical axial-flux motor technology and delivers a peak output of an incredible 1,153 hp. Thanks to an extreme 800V architecture, the performance EV can add 286 miles of range in just ten minutes, taking on established rivals both on the racetrack and at the charging station.

Packing new artwork, including screensavers, the latest prerelease build of the upcoming Mageia 10 comes with "hundreds of newer packages" delivering tweaks, security fixes, and updated system components. Mageia 10 RC1 includes Firefox 140.10.1, Samba 4.23.7, Mesa 26.0.6, and more.

Trump Mobile's T1 has begun shipping. First hands-on images show a gold-finished, rebranded HTC U24 Pro running Android 15 with Truth Social preloaded, 9 months after deposits were collected.

The Boox Poke 7 series have been unveiled a day earlier than scheduled. The compact ereaders, which include a standard model and a pro model, have a new and colorful design, and share several features.

(Update: Mistake pertaining to phone model shown fixed) A Google I/O 2026 teaser has revealed Pixel Glow, a new notification light strip for the Pixel 11 series. During an AI video demo at the event, Google showed a phone with a glowing camera bar, which aligns with leaked design elements of the Pixel 11 phones.

With its striking, partially modular design, the Nothing CMF Phone 2 Pro is already one of the most unusual mid-range smartphones on the market. Although the long-awaited CMF Phone 3 Pro is set to receive several upgrades, it will not be launched on the market for several months.

Ayaneo is preparing to announce new products on May 21. In the meantime, a second budget handheld has appeared bearing Ayaneo Bitwave branding. A horizontal model, the new device may feature a 120 Hz display but lacks any joysticks to speak of.

Sony will show off its next big-budget PS5 exclusive via a dedicated State of Play broadcast. It is scheduled for early June and will run for about an hour.

Baseus has introduced the SuperCharge Pro 3-in-1 power bank in China. Also known as the PicGo AT31, it's a versatile 10,000mAh portable charger that features a long, retractable USB-C cable, a built-in wall plug, and 67W fast charging support. The launch price is quite affordable, which is CNY 345, around $51.

Nothing Playground lets the Nothing community customize their smartphones even further by allowing them to import widgets, Glyph features, camera presets, and more from other users or create their own.

The project's 60th release brings OpenBSD to version 7.9 and sports plenty of changes. The highlights include delayed hibernation and improved graphics support alongside better virtualization, as well as firmware, installer, and upgrade enhancements. OpenBSD 7.9 also comes with a kernel scheduler mechanism for certain CPUs.

Xiaomi has launched a new Poco-branded tablet globally. Equipped with a 120 Hz display, the Poco Pad C1 also features 6 GB of RAM, 128 GB of storage and HyperOS 3 pre-installed.

Forza Horizon 6 hides a cheeky Pokémon gag in its car radio: With “snap ’em all” and a “Japanese collectible game that can’t be named for legal reasons,” Playground Games appears to be taking aim at Nintendo’s strict brand policy.

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is not expected to be officially unveiled until September. Months before the launch of the smartphone, the flagship can be reserved in four limited editions, which look stylish and use high-quality materials, but are also very expensive.

The new school and Quidditch uniforms from HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series were shown at Licensing Expo 2026 in Las Vegas. A newly surfaced photo suggests that HBO is taking a noticeably different approach to the costumes than the Warner Bros. films. Many fans say the look reminds them of Hogwarts Legacy – and the response so far has been largely positive.

The brand new VWFNDR + MBL camera app for Android smartphones promises unaltered 16-bit RAW photos, embedded content credentials for authenticity verification and a user interface that can be personalized and adapted to your own requirements.

Call of Juarez: Gunslinger combines a classic gunslinger story with accessible gunplay and is currently cheaper on Steam than it has been in months. The Western shooter is 90% off until June 2 and is available for $1.49.

World Racing 2 – Champion Edition brings back the classic arcade racing charm of the 2000s and is currently cheaper than ever on Steam. The racer is 75% off until May 28 and costs just $2.49.

Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves herald the tenth generation of Pokémon. However, the Nintendo Switch 2 games also appear to herald a new era of high prices. Both games can already be pre-ordered at Amazon Germany.

Xiaomi 17 Max has defeated two iPhone 17 Pro Max units back-to-back in a video battery drain test, delivering over 33 hours of continuous playback thanks to its massive 8,000 mAh battery. Conducted in a controlled environment, the battery test suggests the Xiaomi 17 Max might be one of the longest-lasting phones of 2026.

Garmin has released a new software update for multiple smartwatches. Available globally, the new update promises to fix multiple bugs while making other improvements too.

The Steam community is debating Valve’s Steam Machine on Reddit. While some users seem willing to accept compromises for a console-like Steam experience in the living room, others fear that, depending on its expected price, the Steam Machine may not be a real alternative to a self-built gaming PC.

The Amazfit Bip Max smartwatch has been released worldwide. It features several upgrades compared to the Bip 6, including more storage and a longer battery life estimate. Plus, it retails for less than $100.

The GMKtec EVO-X3 has been briefly showcased at the AMD AI Developer Day 2026 event. While not much about the mini PC has been detailed, the company has confirmed it will be a better-equipped version of the EVO-X2, coming with an OCuLink port and "high-speed" USB4 ports.

Compact and equipped with an interesting processor, the Jupiter 2 is a new and rather unusual mini PC from Milk-V. The model can also be used with Linux, for example, and supports particularly fast networking.

Despite its adjustable lamp head, the Wuben G5 is still a very compact flashlight that can also be carried on larger keychains. Wuben is now launching the flashlight in a color that should be easier to find again.

A full unboxing video of the Insta360 Luna Ultra has revealed the accessories you get in the box, like a carrying bag, and a high-quality protective case. Meanwhile, the video shows the detachable touchscreen remote in action.

Rune Dice just launched on Steam, PS5, Xbox, and Switch at $12.74 - that includes a 15% launch discount. The physics-based roguelite deckbuilder from Smart Raven Studio features 8 hero classes, dice-fusion combos, and Steam Deck support.

Dubbed "Sauropod" and unleashed yesterday, TileOS 2.0 is a Debian 13-based Linux release that also comes with the desktop-optimized Liquorix kernel as an option. A Niri and a MiracleWM edition join the Sway, River, and Qtile flavors. TileOS 2.0 also sports multiple package updates and substitutions.

The Acebeam UC3A is a compact yet versatile flashlight with a broad feature set. However, this also means that users will need to learn the ins and outs of this pocket-sized device to take full advantage of it. Furthermore, an AAA battery can be used as a power source in a pinch.

The affordable Minisforum M2 bare-bones mini PC with Intel’s new Panther Lake-based Core Ultra 7 356H processor has now been tested in modern AAA games. Even though the mini PC uses a smaller four-core Intel Xe integrated GPU instead of Intel Arc graphics, it still managed playable frame rates in games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Crimson Desert. The system also includes a USB4 port for connecting an external GPU dock.

Recreate Games cancels Party Animals' AI video contest after 57.3% of players voted to end it, following a Steam review bomb that dropped ratings to Mostly Negative.

007 First Light release date is almost upon us. When the game releases, it will bring Sony's new PSSR 2 at launch. The new PSSR is reportedly a big upgrade over the original version and 007 First Light developer IO Interactive claims that it is also super easy to implement.

While the Premium Edition of Forza Horizon 6 has been playable for the last five days, Standard Edition buyers can finally tear through the streets of Japan. Those looking to save on the €69.99 retail price can find all three versions of the highly anticipated racing game heavily discounted by 33%.

Casio is launching the G-Shock GM-S5600XG-1 in June. It's a compact G-Shock collaboration with artist group XG, featuring a rainbow vapor-deposited glass that gives every unit a uniquely different color gradation.

Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy's first official update showcase airs May 23, with producer Naoya Matsumoto revealing new characters, abilities, and fixes.

The Ugreen Nexode Air 45W Charger Slim has been released in the US. This is a particularly compact charger with a biscuit-shaped design and smart charging technology.

The Dreame X60 Pro Ultra Complete robot vacuum and mop has officially launched. This new powerful model features dual-joint robotic arms, high suction power and a longer runtime. The brand has also unveiled the X60 Pro Ultra Matrix robot vacuum.

Ugreen has officially released the Nexode Air 65W Charger in the US. Also set for a European release, this charging accessory comes in four colorways and has a relatively compact body.

YouTuber Coffeezilla has some jarring information about Trump Mobile. Its website is supposedly leaking a lot of personal data, such as names and email addresses.

Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi has reiterated his support after backlash over his praise of an AI-generated FF remake video, posting his own AI-generated Lost Odyssey art to prove the point.

Lenovo has launched a bunch of new products in China, and the 2026 Legion Y9000P "Extreme Edition" is one of them. It's powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and can be equipped with up to the Nvidia RTX 5090 laptop GPU. The starting price is CNY 20,999, around $3,081.

Apple’s 15-inch MacBook Air with the M5 chip is discounted by $150 for Memorial Day, bringing the 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD model to $1,149 at retailers including Amazon and Best Buy, with similar savings on higher-storage variants. The article frames the laptop as a strong value choice for everyday users, citing its large Liquid Retina display, long battery life, improved M5 performance, and familiar but durable design.

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick revealed that the company spent an additional $50 million and delayed the original Borderlands by more than a year so Gearbox could replace its gritty, realistic look with the cel-shaded style now associated with the franchise. Zelnick described the decision as risky and unconventional, but said it was crucial to turning Borderlands into a hit.

The Xiaomi 17 Max has appeared on Geekbench ahead of its China launch. The listing points to a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset with 16GB of RAM. The early scores place it slightly above the current Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 average.