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In a recent interview, a VP at Micron has shed light on the company's decision of withdrawing from the consumer storage and memory market by pulling the plug on its Crucial brand. While the AI gold rush is undeniably lucrative for large companies, it appears that the average consumer is getting hammered in the process.

What if the Nintendo Game Boy hadn’t been designed as a gaming handheld, but as a compact arcade machine? The engineer Christopher Fletcher now answers this question with the so-called Arcadeboy, an arcade machine that’s based on an actual Game Boy.

The Fujifilm X half compact camera with a 1-inch sensor, portrait format display, optical viewfinder, and unusual film camera mode is reportedly launching in a white color variant. Initial images now reveal the design of the latest Fujifilm camera in advance.

The Milk-V Titan is a pretty unusual motherboard that is intended to impress with high computing power and also supports PCIe expansion cards. The RISC-V board is already available for purchase.

Mini LED TVs are a sensible choice for buyers without the perfect setup for an OLED panel. The 85-inch Sony Bravia 7 is a large flat-panel option that doesn’t compromise picture quality. Along with ample brightness, the Sony TV on sale at Amazon effortlessly adjusts settings to optimize content.

Steam continues to dominate the PC gaming market in both players and revenue, but GOG’s new owner believes its success comes down to convenience, not content quality. He says GOG plans to compete by focusing on a curated library of classic and modern titles rather than matching Steam’s scale.

The Nomad N1 is a new power bank that comes in a rather unusual form factor. This specific design should be particularly practical for travelers.

Bandai Namco has released a new cinematic trailer for My Hero Academia: All’s Justice, a 3v3 fighting game based on the manga’s final arc. Developed by Byking, the game launches in February 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Red Bull’s quietly released, limited-edition Tetris handheld, disguised as an energy drink can and capped at 10,000 units, has already tripled in value on resale sites after selling out within days. With its quirky 1.55-inch screen, simple controls, and numbered collector’s run, the device has quickly become a sought-after oddity for retro gamers and memorabilia hunters alike.

Asus has quietly released the Zenbook Duo UX8407 after showcasing the dual-screen laptop last week during CES 2026. Equipped with 1,000 nit OLED displays, 32 GB of RAM and a 99 Wh battery, the new Zenbook Duo also surpasses its 2025 counterpart by adopting Intel's Panther Lake platform up to the Core Ultra X9 388H with an Arc B390 iGPU.

New hope for BlackBerry fans: Unihertz is launching a new Android smartphone with a physical keyboard, making it potentially suitable for quickly typing longer texts. However, Unihertz is no longer the only manufacturer addressing the lack of a physical keyboard on current smartphones.

Google has begun rolling out the January 2026 update for Pixel devices running Android 16. The update focuses on bug fixes and stability improvements, including display, battery, and performance-related fixes across several Pixel models.

The DJI Avata 360 is fast approaching. The long-rumoured rival to the Antigravity A1, the Avata 360 has now been pictured with a key feature that the Antigravity A1 lacks. Consequently, the DJI Avata 360 should be usable as both a 360° drone and an FPV drone.

A new homebrew port of Super Mario 64 brings Nintendo’s classic platformer natively to the Sega Dreamcast, running at full speed in crisp 480p thanks to extensive decompilation and optimization work. Developed over several years by MrNeo, jnmartin84, and Falco Girgis, the project has impressed the retro-gaming community with performance and polish that rival, and in some respects surpass, the original Nintendo 64 release.

Developers of Lords of the Fallen 2 have rejected accusations that their new Menaslide Soldier enemy plagiarizes Elden Ring: Nightreign’s Wylder, presenting internal Slack logs and production timelines to argue the design predates FromSoftware’s reveal by several months. CI Games CEO Marek Tyminski maintained that any similarities stem from common medieval fantasy tropes rather than copying, and asserted full confidence in the originality and integrity of the studio’s art team.

Samsung is set to release the Galaxy S27 Ultra with a significant camera upgrade to help it surpass the Galaxy S25 Ultra and this year's Galaxy S26 Ultra. The first change of its kind in four years, the new camera sensor may still come up short against equivalents found in current Xiaomi and Oppo Ultra-branded flagships, though.

Finding a fitness gift that actually gets used is difficult. Most home workout equipment promises results but delivers confusion. The AEKE home gym takes a different approach.

The Govee Outdoor Filament String Lights are on the way to markets like the US and the EU. This new smart lighting product features transparent, globe-shaped bulbs, each with a four-color filament. Plus, the company has confirmed specifications like the brightness and weatherproof ratings.

Samsung’s Music Studio 5 and Music Studio 7 speakers will support Alexa+, Google Assistant, and Samsung’s Bixby, giving you more control over how you play and manage music at home. The speakers will also let you choose your preferred voice assistant instead of locking you into a single ecosystem. Voice control sits alongside familiar options like AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth.

The Retro Style is one of the first mini-PCs to leverage AMD's Gorgon Point architecture. Also featuring up to 64 GB of RAM and a 4 TB SSD, the Retro Style wears its design inspirations on its sleeve too.

Two Intel Panther Lake mini-PCs manufactured by Acemagic are on the horizon. Delivering up to a 120 W TDP with OCuLink expansion, one closely resembles the design of Apple's Mac Studio, too.

The Asus ROG Strix XG27UCG is a 27-inch 4K IPS gaming monitor with dual-mode functionality. This allows the monitor to switch between a high-resolution, and a high-speed setting. Thanks to an ongoing sale, the monitor can now be bought with a $110 discount on Amazon.

Govee has teased the upcoming Outdoor Cylinder Pathway Lights on its US website. This new smart lighting solution is said to offer a high level of brightness, with a range of white and colored lighting effects. Images of the unreleased product reveal how its design will differ from similar older models from the brand.

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa provided clues about how the company will respond to higher memory prices. In the interview, he claims Nintendo is not immediately affected by changes in component costs. Nevertheless, the executive didn’t rule out a future Switch 2 price increase.

The US model of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has surfaced on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. Early benchmark results reveal the device outperforming the Galaxy S25 Ultra despite running at an underclocked frequency.

In an ironic turn of events, a notorious hacking forum was hacked, resulting in a breach compromising roughly 324,000 accounts. Some of these accounts had public IP addresses tied to them, meaning that law enforcement could use this information to catch malicious actors.

The first solid-state battery categorization and certification program now distinguishes between the levels of liquid remaining in the electrolyte. Solid-state batteries in the golden middle are now getting their first dedicated production line.

In 2023 and 2024, Apple’s iPhone and Samsung’s Galaxy smartphones sold roughly the same number of units worldwide. However, according to the latest analysis by Counterpoint Research, Apple outperformed its South Korean rival in 2025 to claim the top spot in the global smartphone market.

MSI has begun selling its 500Hz 1440p QD-OLED gaming monitor with DisplayPort 2.1 in the US. Available via Amazon, the MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 pairs a 0.03ms response time with G-Sync VRR, DisplayHDR True Black 500, USB-C with up to 98W PD, and a proximity sensor.

While OnePlus has yet to officially announce the 15T, reports surrounding it have already shared the possible core specs of the upcoming flagship phone. A new leak has now shared the RAM and storage configurations and the possible colors.

If you're interested in unusual genre combinations, Masters of Anima might be worth a look. The RPG–strategy hybrid is currently discounted by 85% on Steam, reducing the price to around $1. The offer is valid until January 19.

A limited edition Year of the Horse version of the Oppo 100W SuperVOOC Flash Charge Power Bank has been unveiled in China. This portable accessory has a red and white design with images of the lucky horse. Features include two USB outputs and support for PD 45W fast charging.

A player used an exploit to experience Arc Raiders from a first-person perspective and shared a three-minute video on Reddit. While this viewpoint reportedly introduces some gameplay drawbacks, it offers a noticeably more immersive experience.

If you're into roguelikes but looking for a fresh twist, Orbital Bullet might be worth checking out. The game combines classic roguelike elements with a distinctive 360-degree perspective and is currently available on Steam for around $1.70, thanks to a 90% discount.

Asus has reportedly cancelled its first Arc B390 gaming laptop. Originally part of this year's ROG Zephyrus G14 refresh, the Intel Panther Lake-only variant was allegedly showcased by Intel as a success of its new architecture before being dropped shortly before CES.

Samsung’s flagship flip phones have made significant strides in recent years, especially in terms of performance, battery capacity, and the size of their secondary display. However, their cameras have often been overlooked – and the Galaxy Z Flip8 seems set to continue this trend.

LavaLamp launched on Steam as a new free game on January 10, 2026. Shortly after its full release, this indie freebie has made it to the "New & Trending" list, with the current position being second in the charts.

Gamblers Table hit Steam on Jan 11, 2026, peaking at 7,906 players on launch day. Despite a 78% positive rating, launch day was bumpy with cloud save bugs and a heated community debate over a rival "clone" that beat them to market.

The TCL RM9L, the brand’s first RGB Mini-LED TV for the international market, has been announced. Similar to a recently released model for the Chinese market, this TV will be available in three sizes up to 115 inches. Features include up to 9,000 nits brightness, 288Hz Game Accelerator and integrated Bang & Olufsen speakers.

Casio is releasing another collaboration watch designed in partnership with Hiroshima Toyo Carp in Japan. This hybrid model has a transparent resin bezel surrounding a metallic blue dial, with bright red accents. Features include support for world time, a stopwatch, an alarm and 20 bar water resistance.

TP-Link has finally released the Tapo H110, a universal IR remote control and smart hub, in the US. This Matter compatible device can be used to control various household appliances, such as AC, as well as smart home products. Using the hub, you can remotely control connected devices via the brand’s app or with voice commands.

Vivo has unveiled a new entry-level smartphone, the Y500i. The newest sibling in the Y500 series features a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, up to 12 GB of RAM, 512 GB of internal storage, a 50 MP primary camera, and a large 7,200 mAh battery with 44 W wired charging support.

GameSir has released a carrying case for its G7 Pro controller. The carrying case has a nifty feature and also comes with a gift.

UK-based startup Space Forge has successfully generated plasma in low Earth orbit aboard its ForgeStar-1 satellite, marking a key technical milestone for commercial in-space manufacturing. The plasma test validates the satellite’s ability to sustain extreme temperatures required for semiconductor crystal growth in microgravity.

The RedMagic 11 series is set to see a new addition soon. As the brand has just announced, the 11 Air will launch in China on January 20, 2026, and this upcoming gaming phone is teased to sport 9 "cutting-edge" technologies.

DJI's long-rumoured Osmo Pocket 4 and Osmo Pocket 4 Pro have reappeared in new leaks. While the latter has been pictured once again and the former spotted on Amazon, other rumours indicate that DJI may have pushed global launches back again.

Several customer complaints, alongside a spotlight on its poor business strategy, have forced Ayaneo to announce a plan to do better in 2026. The service improvement plan highlights several changes to be implemented by the retro handheld manufacturer to improve customer satisfaction.

Casio has officially confirmed that the G-Shock MRG-B2100D-2A watch will be released in the UK. A product listing at the brand’s online store confirms its price in this market, and customers can add themselves to a mailing list to be notified of its launch. Features of this premium model include a titanium and Cobarion structure, a cerulean blue dial and Bluetooth connectivity.

Three new versions of the Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 45W) have launched in the US. These new colorways join the existing black variant, which arrived in late 2025 as an upgraded version of an older accessory from the brand. It can be used to charge up to three devices simultaneously, via two USB ports and an integrated cable.

Casio’s new G-Shock MTG-B4000D-1A watch has recently been on show in Japan. Photos taken at the event highlight the design of the analog timepiece, providing a new look at its industrial casing and dual-material band. This Bluetooth watch has launched in Japan and is on its way to other countries worldwide.