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New reports indicate that Apple's aggressive iPhone 17 pricing has forced Samsung to downgrade the Galaxy S26 in more areas than previously expected. With a redesign and a major battery upgrade off the table, another set of proposed improvements from the Galaxy S25 are said to have been shelved for another generation, too.

Humble Bundle has brought back the Return to Metroidvania collection. It has a total of eight Steam Deck-playable games that can be purchased for $12, making each cost $1.5.

The Past Within is a cooperative game that plunges you into a unique universe in which you will have to solve many puzzles. But be careful, because you will need to communicate with each other in order to succeed in your mission.

The first mass-market gasoline engine for hybrid vehicles to surpass 48% thermal efficiency offers a number of innovations like thermal-spray coating. The Mach 1.5T ICE has no valve seats and brings longer range from one fuel tank.

Sony has confirmed details for its mid-December 2025 PlayStation Plus catalogue update. Arriving after a leak detailed that multiple triple-A games would be up for grabs, the full update spans over half a dozen titles including the remastered Soulcalibur III and Assassin's Creed Mirage.

It seems that Google Maps users will finally be able to have their parking location save automatically, even with custom icons. Google is clearly late to the party, considering that competing apps have had this feature for a long time.

A decade-long experiment by retro tech YouTuber Tech Tangents reveals that “retrobrighting” yellowed consoles with hydrogen peroxide and UV light can actually accelerate plastic degradation, leaving treated systems more discolored than untouched ones. His findings challenge a popular restoration practice and are pushing collectors toward gentler, less chemically aggressive methods or acceptance of inevitable aging.

A mysterious addition to the Square Enix YouTube channel is fueling more speculation about The Game Awards. A Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 trailer is one scenario, following encouraging updates. Director Naoki Hamaguchi recently discussed how the upcoming event is ideal for major announcements.

Tesla and Subaru make the most fuel-efficient vehicles, and the Japanese are now launching the Uncharted SUV in the US. Its price undercuts the Model Y by a lot.

A recent benchmark listing has once again shed light on the expected performance improvements of Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake Refresh desktop CPUs. The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, to be precise, will boast 4 additional efficiency cores for a marginal improvement in multi-core performance.

Motorola has offered a hint that it will be getting into the world of book-style foldables next year. Seemingly, the company's official announcement is on the horizon too.

Oppo has launched a new midrange smartphone, the A6L, in the Chinese market. The smartphone retains the same design as the A6 Max and features a 120 Hz AMOLED display and a large 7,000 mAh battery with 80 W wired charging. Available in a single 12 GB + 256 GB variant, the device is currently exclusive to China.

Anbernic has confirmed full specifications for its next gaming handheld. In the process, the company has indicated that the Anbernic RG477V will be released soon with a global launch likely on the cards.

The Antigravity A1 has just arrived as the first drone offering a built-in 360° camera. Based on a new leak, DJI is not far behind with the Avata 360, though.

The Nintendo Virtual Boy add-on accessory for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 is now available to pre-order. However, you must have an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription to be able to pre-order the device.

X leaker Abhishek Yadav has learned Samsung plans to push out its mid-range Galaxy A series in February. They could be unveiled before the Galaxy S26 trio, which is tipped for a late-February 2026 reveal.

Samsung's magnetic accessories for Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra have leaked online ahead of time. Joined by new magnetic wireless chargers and a magnetic ring holder, the Galaxy S26 series should mark Samsung's expansion of support for the recent Qi2 wireless charging standard.

After announcing the competition back in March, Nothing has unveiled the community designed Phone (3a). Officially known as the Nothing Phone (3a) Community Edition, the phone has a frosted teal finish that's reminiscent of tech products from the 90s.

The James Webb Space Telescope recently discovered the oldest supernova ever observed. And thanks to this unique discovery, astronomers can better understand the earliest moments of the universe.

Neon Abyss, one of the most popular roguelikes in recent years, is now cheaper than ever on Steam. The fast-paced action platformer is discounted by 80% for the first time, bringing the price down to under $4. The deal runs until December 18.

What if Louis XVI had commanded an army of mechanical soldiers? Steelrising answers that question in the form of a stylish and accessible souls-like that is currently available on Steam at 90% off for the first time.

The Asus ROG Strix XG27JCG has been spotted on the official website. It's a dual-mode 27-inch gaming monitor that can switch between QHD 330Hz and 5K 180Hz modes. There's support for AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync as well.

An ARC Raiders player takes down a camper and mocks him over voice chat – only to walk straight into a hidden mine the victim had planted. The resulting explosion wipes out both players, sparking plenty of amusement and schadenfreude on Reddit.

StationPC launched the PocketCloud portable NAS earlier this year via Kickstarter. It can now be purchased via Amazon and the company's official website.

Philips Hue’s app for iOS and Android has received another update. This relatively large release brings five new features to users of the brand’s smart home devices. One of these is the hotly anticipated multi-Bridge to Hue Bridge Pro migration process, and the other two are for Hue Secure customers.

Seiko's newest watch is the SNR058, a US-exclusive Spring Drive GMT featuring a black-to-brown textured dial, rose-gold accents, and a titanium case. It runs the 5R66 movement with a 72-hour reserve. The model is a special edition with no fixed production number.

Philips Hue users are receiving a new tool, which allows them to migrate multiple instances of the Hue Bridge to the Hue Bridge Pro in a single process. This hotly anticipated functionality is being rolled out in updates for the two versions of the Hue Bridge, as well as in a release for the Philips Hue app.

Well ahead of the launch, the Google Pixel 10a has been spotted on Verizon's database. This certification shares that the upcoming affordable flagship might not be any different than the last-gen 9a.

Xiaomi has revealed the Monitor A27i 2026 on one of its websites. This new model features various upgrades compared to its predecessor, including a higher refresher rate and improved brightness. It is marketed as a relatively slim model, with a 27-inch screen and a tilting stand.

Best Buy has discounted the Lenovo LOQ 15 Gen 10 gaming laptop by more than $450 compared to the list price. As a result, the latest iteration of the popular Lenovo LOQ 15 series has dropped to its record-low price. The Lenovo LOQ 15IRX10 on sale features an RTX 5060 laptop GPU and a Core i7-13650HX CPU.

Amazon is taking the fight to Starlink by deploying over 300 ground-based gateway stations to power its newly branded Amazon Leo satellite internet service. This massive infrastructure project aims to deliver robust speeds and direct AWS cloud connectivity for millions of future users.

A new report indicates Apple will order 11 million OLED panels from Samsung for the first foldable iPhone. The volume hints at the massive scale Apple is planning as it takes on the segment.

The dock is designed to connect desktop graphics cards to laptops and handhelds. It features a built-in 850W power supply and supports both Oculink and USB4 to handle modern hardware like Nvidia’s RTX 5090.

OpenAI’s latest report shows that AI really is saving workers time and improving work quality, just not by much. Most employees are reclaiming only 40 to 60 minutes a day, far from the sweeping disruption many predicted. The AI revolution is here, but its productivity benefits remain modest.

Citizen has revealed the 2026 Kizashi Collection, comprising four limited Super Titanium models across Attesa, xC, and Exceed. Each watch gets attractive dial work, updated finishes, Eco-Drive calibers, and January availability, with production capped per model.

Higround has announced a new line of gaming hardware in collaboration with Sega. The retro-inspired mechanical keyboards come with classic Sonic themes.

The latest Humble Bundle package — Wholesome Snack 2025 — has arrived with 9 highly-rated games in tow. This bundle contains $169 worth of games and costs $12. It will expire on December 31, 2025.

Certification documents of the Galaxy S26 Ultra reveal that the premium model of Samsung's next-gen flagship series will not be available with an Exynos chipset. However, the standard and plus models are reported to be available in Exynos and Snapdragon variants.

Abxylute has announced the E1 dual-OS retro game console, designed for the emulation of classic games from systems such as the Nintendo Game Boy Advance, as well as cloud gaming. The $69 handheld comes with a 640 x 480 LCD screen and dual carbon-film analog joysticks running Android and Linux OSs. Update: Specifications updated

The GPD Win 5 has undergone major design changes compared to its predecessor, with the external battery being one of them. A modder who goes by PureDIY has now shown off a mod for the gaming handheld that fixes many design complaints.

A new report from Digitimes says Samsung might use the Exynos 2600 only in its home turf. The decision is likely driven by low yields and contractual obligations with Qualcomm.

Razer is bringing back the Boomslang as an homage to its first ever gaming mouse from 1999. The company is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.

Humble Bundle is offering the Case & Consequence Collection again. It features a total of seven detective games that come with official Steam Deck compatibility ratings. They are worth over $130 but can be scored for just $9.

An enterprising YouTuber has built a fully wireless split ergonomic mechanical keyboard with support for a track point, dual customisable knobs, and a focus on portability. The keyboard uses ZMK firmware, which is known for its hyper-efficient operation, and the design, along with build instructions, will be available on GitHub soon as an open-source project.

Arc Raiders will get its much-awaited winter update in less than a week. While it is unclear what that will entail, players are excited for the new cosmetic and gameplay changes that it will bring.

Dynabook has announced the Tecra A45-M and A65-M laptops, combining AMD Ryzen PRO and Ryzen PRO 200 series CPUs with enterprise-grade security and MIL-STD-810H durability. The Tecra notebooks target professionals who need reliable business laptops that can run Windows Copilot AI thanks to powerful NPUs.

Fitasy has unveiled the Stride sneakers, utilizing smartphone foot imaging and spatial AI modeling to create 3D-printed shoes. The fully-recyclable triple-lattice design offers improved comfort, with less friction and pressure spots thanks to its custom fit.

The Abxylute E1 is Abxylute's newest and cheapest handheld, but its low price could be because it isn't an original design. The handheld shares a lot of its DNA with the Game Console RX6H, a sub-$40 handheld that was announced in February 2025.

LG has brought the Magnit Active Micro LED display powered by webOS to the US market. Four 68-inch, edgeless displays are combined to form the 136-inch 4K luxury screen, suitable for use in home theaters.

China has completed the production of a new 2-ton cargo aircraft capable of flying over 1,000 kilometers (621 miles), marking a significant landmark in the development of a multi-tiered aerial freight network.