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Mar 16
Xbox app on a Windows PC is shown

Xbox app will soon launch any game or program, possibly benefiting Project Helix console

The Xbox app is taking another step toward becoming an all-in-one gaming hub. Insiders can now add shortcuts to games and apps previously incompatible with the launcher. Microsoft continues to optimize Windows for gaming, with the Project Helix Xbox console on the horizon.
Adam Corsetti, 16 Mar 2026 23:52
The Australian Telescope Compact Array

Scientists probe the dynamic Cocoon of a nearby pulsar

New observations were conducted on a strange cosmic object called Vela X using the Australia Telescope Compact Array (ATCA). This was done to understand the origin of unusual features inside the nebula.
Chibuike Okpara, 16 Mar 2026 23:49
The Casio G-Shock GMAS140PG-7A watch

Casio releases new metallic dial analog-digital watches in the US

The Casio G-Shock GMAS140PG-1A, GMAS140PG-4A, and GMAS140PG-7A watches are now available in the US. Each of these hybrid watches features a metallic colored dial, with various colored casing and straps. Features include a precise stopwatch and 200 m water resistance.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 22:40
The ThinkPad P14s i G7 features a 14.5-inch display.

With LPCAMM2 memory: Lenovo launches new 14-inch ThinkPad with Intel Panther Lake

Lenovo has launched another compact laptop featuring user-upgradeable LPCAMM2 memory. Offered with Intel Panther Lake processors and optional discrete graphics too, the ThinkPad P14s i G7 will be available with a 120 Hz and 3K display too plus a 75 Wh battery.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 22:39
The latest Amazfit smartwatch release was the Active 3 Premium

Nine new Amazfit wearables planned for 2026

More Amazfit smartwatches and wearables will be released in 2026. In a recent Zepp Health earnings call, a representative for the company estimated that there would be around nine new products launched before the end of the year.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 22:39
The ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 is a new high-end desktop workstation with up to 1TB DDR5 RAM

Lenovo ThinkStation P5 Gen 2: Monstrous desktop PC maxes out at 1TB DDR5 RAM and 192GB VRAM

Lenovo has officially unveiled a new desktop workstation PC that supports a massive amount of memory and storage as well as two powerful RTX Pro 6000 graphics cards with 96GB GDDR7 VRAM each. Rather unsurprisingly, the ThinkStation P5 Gen 2 will be anything but cheap and is slated to hit the market this April.
Enrico Frahn, 16 Mar 2026 22:30
The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9.

Going Panther Lake very quickly: Lenovo updates ThinkPad P1 line with the P1 Gen 9 after just six months

An unexpected update: Lenovo is already replacing the ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 with the next gen model, the new ThinkPad P1 Gen 9. This new version is only a small update, focused mainly on internal changes.
Benjamin Herzig, 16 Mar 2026 22:30
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 5.

AMD CPUs, Nvidia GPUs, LPCAMM2: Redesigned Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 5 with AMD Ryzen 9 HX 400 announced

Apart from the expensive ThinkPad P1, Lenovo also updates the less expensive ThinkPad P16s line. The new ThinkPad P16s Gen 5 has a unified design for both the AMD and Intel models, as well as dedicated Nvidia GPUs for the AMD variants for the first time.
Benjamin Herzig, 16 Mar 2026 22:30
The ThinkPad P14s Gen 7 AMD contains most of its ports on its left-hand side.

Lenovo launches new 14-inch ThinkPad with AMD Gorgon Point and up to 96 GB RAM

The ThinkPad P14s Gen 7 AMD has arrived to replace its AMD Strix Point-based predecessor. Launching with up to the Ryzen AI 9 HX Pro 470, the new 14-inch ThinkPad can also be configured with a 2.8K OLED display and 96 GB of user-replaceable RAM within a housing that weighs just 1.29 kg.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 22:30
An image showing a character in Battle Chasers: Nightwar.

Deal | This RPG with randomly generated dungeons and 87% positive reviews is 75% off on Steam

Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG in which you must explore dungeons and face numerous enemies and bosses in turn-based battles. Several characters with unique skills are at your disposal, and you’ll also need to avoid many traps.
Alexis Stegmann, 16 Mar 2026 22:21
The Dell Pro Precision 9 T4 and Dell Pro Precision 9 T6 feature sharp, blacked-out designs.

Sleek and powerful Dell Pro Precision 9 T4 and Pro Precision 9 T6 workstation desktop PCs make their debut

Dell has taken the wraps off the new Pro Precision 9 T4 and Pro Precision 9 T6 desktop workstation PCs. The PCs can be had with both Nvidia and AMD workstation GPUs. However, you can also outfit the Pro Precision 9 T4 and Pro Precision 9 T6 with consumer GeForce RTX 50 cards.
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Mar 2026 22:20
Ugreen’s Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station

New Ugreen 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Dock now available to pre-order with discount

Ugreen’s new Maxidok 10-in-1 Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station is now available to pre-order in the US with a launch discount. This accessory supports up to three displays and offers 100W power to the host device.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 22:06
Dell Pro Precision 7 16 and Pro Precision 7 14 weigh 1.59 kg (3.51 lbs.) and 2.17 kg (4.78 lbs.) respectively.

Super powerful Dell Pro Precision 7 14 and Pro Precision 7 16 workstation laptops are now official

The Dell Pro Precision 7 14 and Pro Precision 7 16 workstation laptops are now official with the latest Intel Panther Lake APUs and powerful Nvidia RTX Pro graphics. Both mobile workstations feature clean designs with Dell's new modern keyboards and Thunderbolt 4/5 ports.
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Mar 2026 21:55
Xiaomi’s new Mi Home Central Air Conditioner

Xiaomi reveals new smart air conditioner with ultra-fast cooling

The Xiaomi Mi Home Central Air Conditioner with Powerful Duct Unit is now available for pre-order in China. This “super energy efficient” model is said to offer rapid heating and cooling, with intelligent accessories and a range of remote control options.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 21:35
Dell will sell the Pro Max 16 MC16255 in a single colour option.

Dell launches new 16-inch workstation with AMD Strix Point and Gorgon Point processors

Dell has launched a new 16-inch workstation. Equipped with AMD Strix Point or Gorgon Point processors, the Pro Max 16 MC16255 can also be configured with up to 64 GB RAM, a 96 Wh battery and an Nvidia RTX Pro 1000 Blackwell Generation laptop GPU.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 21:30
The Dell Pro Max with GB300 is an all-Nvidia affair.

Dell launches new Pro Max desktop with Nvidia GB300 and 496 GB LPDDR5X RAM

Dell has updated its Pro Max desktop range with a new Nvidia GB300-backed option. Also available with an Nvidia RTX Pro 2000 Blackwell laptop GPU, the Pro Max with GB300 comes with 16 TB of storage and a whopping 496 GB LPDDR5X RAM.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 21:30
Dell has unveiled two new workstation-grade laptops

Dell unveils Dell Pro Precision 5 Series 14 and 16 with Intel Panther Lake and LPCAMM memory

The Dell Pro Precision 5 Series 14 and Pro Precision 5 Series 16 laptops are now official. They are workstation-grade machines that come with Nvidia RTX Pro iGPUs and LPCAMM memory modules.
Anil Ganti, 16 Mar 2026 21:30
Nvidia stealthily unveiled DLSS 5 at GTC 2026

Nvidia DLSS 5 confirmed to launch later this year with neural rendering

Nvidia has officially shown off DLSS 5.0 at GTC 2026. It uses an entirely new neural rendering model to radically transform images. RTX 50 series GPU owners will be able to try it out this fall.
Anil Ganti, 16 Mar 2026 20:35
The upgraded OnePlus Magnetic Turbo 2 Wireless Charger will launch alongside the OnePlus 15T

OnePlus launching upgraded 50W Magnetic Turbo 2 Wireless Charger for the OnePlus 15T

OnePlus has announced yet another magnetic accessory for the upcoming OnePlus 15T. This time it is an upgraded 50W wireless charger with a built-in cooling fan and a desktop stand for convenient viewing while charging.
Elvis Shida, 16 Mar 2026 20:30
SparkyLinux 2026.03 Tiamat now available with a long list of changes

SparkyLinux 2026.03 comes with a new kernel and multiple package updates

Based on the Debian testing "Forky" repository as of March 14, 2026, SparkyLinux 2026.03 “Tiamat” comes with the Linux kernel 6.19.6, Firefox and Thunderbird 140.8.0esr, Calamares 3.4.2, and more. The list of versions available includes LXQt, MATE, and MinimalGUI (Openbox), as well as MinimalCLI (text mode).
Codrut Nistor, 16 Mar 2026 20:02
Close up of Galaxy Z Fold 7 partially unfolded.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 battery upgrade tipped, Galaxy Wide Fold coming in close

Latest rumors have hinted at the battery capacities for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the Galaxy Wide Fold. The flagship book-style fold could come with the largest battery of any Galaxy Z Fold phone to date.
Vineet Washington, 16 Mar 2026 19:47
GLF OS 25.11 Phoenix Pulsar launches with 6.18 LTS kernel, Nvidia 590.48 driver, and more

GLF OS 25.11 packs the 6.18 LTS kernel alongside the Nvidia driver 590.48 and more

Codenamed "Phoenix Pulsar" and packing the LTS Linux kernel with version 6.18, GLF OS 25.11 also includes the Nvidia driver 590.48 and a generous list of new built-in apps. The list includes pieces of code such as KCalc, Thunderbird, digiKam, the in-house developed Nix-Firewall-Management app, and more.
Codrut Nistor, 16 Mar 2026 19:28
The iPlay 70 Pad Pro runs Android 16 out of the box.

iPlay 70 Pad Pro: New 90 Hz Android tablet now available for under $200

Alldocube has released a new tablet globally. Running Android 16, the iPlay 70 Pad Pro combines a 90 Hz and 2.5K display with the same chipset found in other tablets like the OnePlus Pad Lite and the Redmi Pad 2 4G. The iPlay 70 Pad Pro also offers 4G connectivity for under $200.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 19:25
The new Panasonic ToughBook 56 is powered by a Core Ultra 7 265H CPU.

Panasonic ToughBook 56: Brand-new rugged laptop sports dual hot-swappable batteries and plenty of I/O

Panasonic has unveiled a new rugged laptop, dubbed the ToughBook 56. Following in the footsteps of its predecessor, the 55, the latest ToughBook packs a powerful processor, a respectable discrete graphics GPU, of course, a host of expansion options.
Sambit Saha, 16 Mar 2026 19:25
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra receives the first beta version of Android 17.

Samsung releases first beta of One UI 9 and Android 17 for Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung is already working on One UI 9 based on Android 17, and the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will apparently be one of the first smartphones to receive the major operating system update. Samsung has already released a first beta version of the software.
Hannes Brecher, 16 Mar 2026 19:19
The Redmi Buds 8 Active is IP54 certified against dust and water.

Xiaomi releases new budget TWS earbuds with global launch incoming

Xiaomi has released a new pair of budget TWS earbuds. Already available across Europe, Xiaomi has indicated that the Redmi Buds 8 Active are due to receive a full global launch later this year too.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 19:19
The new version of the RedMagic 11 Air departs only visually from existing variants.

RedMagic relaunching gaming smartphone globally with new version

RedMagic has revealed that it will be relaunching one of its latest high-end gaming smartphones soon. Available before the end of the month, the new version may only be a visual refresh of existing variants. Still, the 'Trace' variant will add pops of colour missing from the RedMagic 11 Air's original release.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 19:13
Even the Venu X1 has missed out on Garmin's World Sleep Day 2026 watch faces.

Garmin attracts criticism from fans after limited watch face rollout

Garmin has just rolled out a new set of watch faces to celebrate World Sleep Day. The fact that high-end smartwatches like the Venu X1 and the Fenix 8 Solar are ineligible to receive these watch faces has already drawn criticism from multiple quarters.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 19:11
The Huawei Mate 80 Pro sold in Malaysia has 16GB RAM and 512GB of storage.

Huawei Mate 80 Pro makes its global debut in Malaysia

A few months after its launch in China, Huawei has now released the Mate 80 Pro in Malaysia. This marks the first country it is sold in other than China, and there's only one configuration available.
Habeeb Onawole, 16 Mar 2026 18:49
The Tabwee T50 is even advertised with 24 GB of RAM, but apparently only has 4 GB.

CPU fraud followed by RAM and NAND deception: Blackview is caught making false memory claims

After we were able to prove that two Chuwi notebooks were sold with an older and weaker processor than advertised, Blackview was caught delivering a tablet with significantly less memory and storage than advertised. The software tries to disguise this fact.
Hannes Brecher, 16 Mar 2026 18:46
Micron DDR5 DRAM modules (edited with Canva).

New DDR5 RAM price analysis shows glimmer of hope in gloomy, unpredictable market

When it comes to RAM and storage pricing, a major change in the industry as a whole has taken place. Smartphones, desktops, laptops, and pretty much every industry has been negatively impacted, but a new report could be bringing some positive news with an upward trend.
Vineet Washington, 16 Mar 2026 18:31
The Fujifilm X-H2 pictured here is to receive a more powerful successor next year.

Fujifilm X-H3 camera rumored to receive major changes and upgrades for video enthusiasts

The high-performance Fujifilm X-H2 is already almost four years old and the launch of its successor is finally approaching. According to the latest rumors, Fujifilm is planning major changes for the Fujifilm X-H3, with many innovations planned especially for video enthusiasts.
Hannes Brecher, 16 Mar 2026 18:10
Oppo Find N6 foldable phone display.

Crease-free Oppo Find N6 foldable makes the Samsung TriFold display troughs look awkward

Oppo has done the impossible with the new Find N6, whose hinge has been reworked to deliver a foldable phone without a display crease when opened. It builds on the work started with the Find N5, which was the thinnest foldable phone at launch.
Daniel Zlatev, 16 Mar 2026 17:52
Anker’s Nano Power Bank (5K, MagGo, Slim) in Cosmic Orange

Anker releases new version of slim wireless power bank

A new version of the Anker Nano Power Bank (5K, MagGo, Slim) has arrived. This fifth variant, with a bright orange hue, is a similar color to one shade of the Phone 17 Pro/Pro Max. Its features include a Qi2-certified wireless charging pad and a USB-C port.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 17:40
Citizen’s award-winning Attesa watches

Two Citizen Attesa watches now iF Design Award winners

Citizen has announced that two of its Attesa ACT Line watches, the CC4104-53E and the CC4105-69E, have won an iF Design Award 2026. The organization notes the faceted titanium casing, ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective finish.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 17:40
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Report: Rising chip costs could push Samsung’s mobile division toward its first-ever loss despite Galaxy S26’s success

Just a few weeks since its debut, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is already making waves. However, these impressive records might not be enough to save Samsung’s mobile division from financial strain.
Keji Folowosele, 16 Mar 2026 17:24
Galaxy Z TriFold in its folded and unfolded state.

Report: Galaxy Z TriFold sales ending in Korea, US to follow suit

A report has suggested that this may be the last batch of Galaxy Z TriFold phones for the US market as sales are ending in Samsung’s home country of Korea. The premium phone was planned for a limited run anyways, but it’s only been three months of sales.
Vineet Washington, 16 Mar 2026 17:03
The PS5 Pro and its controller.

Sony expands PSSR 2.0 support to 11 new games on the PS5 Pro, including Crimson Desert

Sony has announced that starting today, 11 new games will support the upgraded PSSR 2.0 on the PS5 Pro. The games include Silent Hill 2, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, and more.
Abdul Haddi, 16 Mar 2026 17:00
Logos of popular social media platforms

Smartphones and social media causing decline in cognition and attention span, psychologist warns

During a recent address at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a prominent professor outlined the severe damage smartphones and social media are inflicting on global attention spans, education, and civic life.
Chibuike Okpara, 16 Mar 2026 16:38
One of AMD's next gen laptop CPUs has shown up on Geekbench

AMD Medusa Point laptop CPU with Zen 6 cores makes Geekbench debut

A 10-core AMD Medusa Point CPU has just shown up on Geekbench, likely the AMD Ryzen AI 9 565. Medusa Point is slated to use Zen 6 CPU cores and is expected to debut sometime in 2027.
Anil Ganti, 16 Mar 2026 16:15
The Oppo Find X9 Ultra's 10x periscope telephoto lens is rumoured to be 3x faster than the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's 10x zoom camera.

Oppo Find X9 Ultra's Hasselblad 10x telephoto could be 3x faster than Samsung's previous effort

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is set to bring back 10x optical zoom without relying on bulky teleconverters. As the camera flagship nears its global launch, a leaker has shared fresh details about its camera system, suggesting it may even surpass the Vivo X300 Ultra in aperture size.
Alexander Fagot, 16 Mar 2026 16:12
Apple has reduced App Store commission rates in mainland China, with the standard rate dropping to 25% and some smaller-program commissions falling to 12%.

Apple cuts App Store commission rates in China to 25%

Apple has reduced App Store commission rates in mainland China to 25%, while eligible smaller programs and some subscription commissions have fallen to 12%.
Darryl Linington, 16 Mar 2026 16:02
The official Piece by Piece Double Bundle with the Steam logo overlaid on top.

Two indie devs launch different Steam games with the same name and choose cooperation over conflict

Two indie developers turned a naming clash into a win by launching the Piece by Piece Double bundle on Steam. The $18.57 collection features both Gamkat’s cozy repair sim and Neon Polygons' puzzle-platformer at a 17% discount.
Anubhav Sharma, 16 Mar 2026 15:57
Casio’s G-Shock GG-B100X watches are available in the EU

Casio G-Shock Mudmaster GG-B100X Quad Sensor watches now available in more countries

Casio has released three of the five new G-Shock Master of G Mudmaster GG-B100X watches in the EU. While all have carbon reinforced casing, two have carbon bezels, and the third has a stainless steel bezel. Features include Bluetooth connectivity and four sensors.
Polly Allcock, 16 Mar 2026 15:37
The Fossibot F116 Pro rugged smartphone packs a 48 MP ultra-wide camera with optical image stabilization.

Compact 4-inch rugged smartphone to launch soon with 120 Hz display and 48 MP ultra-wide rear camera

Fossibot will soon have a new rugged smartphone on offer, dubbed the F116 Pro. The 4-inch smartphone packs a pixel-dense 120 Hz display, as well as a healthy array of features including a 48 MP ultra-wide camera with image stabilization.
Sambit Saha, 16 Mar 2026 15:01
Garmin's latest Forerunner 970 update should improve workout options.

Multiple Garmin smartwatches get workout improvements with new update

Garmin is offering a new update to its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rather than a milestone update, the company has returned with multiple bug fixes and workout improvements for both the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 14:59
The Redmi Smart TV A50 Energy Saving Edition has a level 1 energy efficiency rating.

Redmi Smart TV A50 launches with a level 1 energy efficiency rating and a 144Hz refresh rate

The Redmi Smart TV line of energy efficient TVs keeps growing. The TV series is joined by a new 50-inch model that has a level 1 energy efficiency rating, a 4K resolution, and a 144Hz refresh rate.
Habeeb Onawole, 16 Mar 2026 14:52
Spotify is testing a new Taste Profile feature that gives Premium users more direct control over personalized recommendations.

Spotify’s Taste Profile beta lets Premium users directly tune recommendations

Spotify has announced a Taste Profile beta that lets Premium users in New Zealand directly tune personalized recommendations for playlists, discovery, and Wrapped.
Darryl Linington, 16 Mar 2026 14:43
The Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED is now significantly cheaper in Europe than it has been previously.

Permanent price cut: High-end Garmin smartwatch with satellite and cellular connectivity now cheaper in more countries

Garmin has quietly cut the price of a high-end smartwatch in more markets. Equipped with satellite and cellular connectivity, the smartwatch is also the company's first to feature a MicroLED display too. The Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED still costs considerably more than its AMOLED counterpart, though.
Alex Alderson, 16 Mar 2026 14:35
The design of the Apple AirPods Max 2 is almost exactly the same as its predecessor.

Apple AirPods Max 2 launch with 50% better ANC, HDR amplifier and new features powered by Apple H2

Apple's second-generation over-ear headphones are here and promise upgrades worthy of a generational leap. The active noise suppression is said to be 50 percent more effective, an HDR amplifier promises better sound and the Apple H2 ARM chip enables completely new features.
Hannes Brecher, 16 Mar 2026 14:26

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