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After memory and SSD prices surged due to the AI boom, power supplies and CPU cooling solutions now appear to be next in line for price increases, per the latest news from China.

According to a new leak, OnePlus might have now shelved its plans for two much-awaited devices. The first, a successor to the popular OnePlus Open. The second, the OnePlus 15s, which was expected to succeed last year's OnePlus 13s could also have now been canceled.

Exclusively on the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung fans can finally look forward to a small but very useful enhancement to the Galaxy camera, as reported by a reliable leaker based on his own experiments with an early Galaxy S26 Ultra test model.

Mangmi has picked up where it left off last December by revealing new details of the Pocket Max. The latest info confirms the battery specification and also includes final design changes.

Just like the previous month, the RedMagic 11 Pro+ has topped the December 2025 flagship performance charts. This Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 gaming phone has a notable edge over the competition, and only two Dimensity 9500 mdoels made it to the latest ranking.

Vivo's latest gaming phone features Halo Dynamic Light, a technology that would also look great on an iPhone 18 or Galaxy S26. The colored light ring around the camera can be assigned various functions. Unlike the "Nothing" phones, the iQOO 15's LED ring is subtle, yet very useful.

The Minisforum EliteMini M2 Pro was quietly unveiled at CES 2026, now over, and it's one of the first mini PCs powered by the Panther Lake SoC series. It can be equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, which brings the capable Arc B390 iGPU.

ECS has no intention of sitting on the sidelines at CES 2026, having introduced a pack of new mini PCs which prioritize compactness. With processors ranging from quad-core Twin Lake CPUs from Team Blue to Zen 4-based Hawk Point APUs from Team Red, ECS has something for everyone in its revamped Liva Z lineup of mini PCs.

With the QXG-100G2SF-BCM, Qnap has launched a new network expansion card that is particularly fast. It provides 2 x 100 Gbps via compatible QSFP28 transceivers or a Direct Attached Cable, neither of which is included in the $999 MSRP.

Less than a year after its release date, the Monster Hunter Wilds price has plummeted in some countries. Japanese buyers can score a used copy of the Capcom game for $3 or less. A Monster Hunter Wilds Switch 2 version may boost its popularity, but performance isn’t the only concern for players.

The wait for the Sony WF-1000XM6 could soon be about to end. Surprisingly, Sony's new pair of high-end wireless earbuds could be released a few weeks sooner than anticipated too.

Whether you have a PC, Mac, or Steam Deck, the Epilogue SN Operator can turn most computers and handheld gaming devices into a Super Nintendo that can play games on original game cartridges, eliminating the need for ROM files.

Apple recently suffered a landmark ruling in the UK. In sum, the ruling requires Apple to repay up to £1.5 billion to around 36 million British customers. Now, the tech giant is appealing the decision.

Anyone looking for the best smartphone cameras might also want to check out DxOMark, where the rankings have recently shifted following the recent camera test of the Honor Magic8 Pro. Honor's camera flagship is now in the top 5, right behind the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro, the Oppo Find X9 Ultra and the Huawei Pura 80 Ultra. However, Honor clearly needs to improve in one test category. Update: The ranking has changed once again; the Honor Magic8 Pro is now in 6th position.

2026 promises not to disappoint with a generous number of new Switch 2 games expected. Even so, podcasters Kit & Krysta don’t classify many announced titles as system-sellers. They argue that a 3D Mario or mainline Pokémon or Zelda game could rejuvenate slumping console sales.

Astronomers have discovered the violent past of the black hole located at the center of our galaxy. But while this discovery is important, further studies will need to be conducted in the near future.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ was launched a few weeks ago, featuring an 11-inch LCD display with moderately powerful internals. The tablet has now gone on sale in the US, starting at a relatively affordable price of a smidge under $250.

Rogue Masters 1.0 launched Jan 10, 2026, moving to a free-to-play model. The 6-player souls-like co-op title holds a 71% positive rating but faces scrutiny over 4K support, P2P latency, and animation asset origins.

Fallout co-creator Tim Cain warns that toxic, taste-based arguments in gaming are driving both players and developers away from the medium, as online debates increasingly dismiss the legitimacy of differing priorities like frame rate, visuals, or narrative features. In response, Cain urges fans to shift focus from fighting to funding, arguing that “buy the games you want to see more of” is the most effective way to shape the industry’s future.

GreedFall is an RPG that plunges you in a mysterious world where you must forge alliances and make decisive choices. But if you have to change the history of this island, many dangers will have to be faced.

Masahiro Sakurai, creator of Super Smash Bros. and Kirby, argued that ballooning AAA development teams make individual contributions harder to see, stripping away the personal satisfaction that once defined his work on smaller projects. In a candid interview, he reflected on the shift from tight-knit teams to hundred-person teams, warning that the current trajectory of large-scale game production is unsustainable and may push studios toward greater reliance on generative AI.

The IQOO 15, an affordable gaming smartphone from Vivo, is primarily aimed at gamers, but it also impresses in other areas with its top-notch features. It boasts fast UFS 4.1 storage, ultra-fast LPDDR5X RAM and high-quality Sony camera sensors. Vivo also guarantees seven years of software updates.

While the Honor Magic 8 Pro is slowly appearing in stores in Europe, the first real images, official renders, specs and lots of photos of the "Honor Magic8 Ultimate" camera in Porsche Design look have surfaced in China, which will probably also be launched in Europe in a few weeks.

Ayaneo has updated one of its popular gaming handhelds with a new model variant. Available to order now in a choice of memory configurations, the new model should be more versatile than other vertical handhelds thanks to its powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset and bright OLED display.

Fresh details about RedMagic's next gaming smartphone have emerged before the device's official release. Allegedly much lighter and thinner than the RedMagic 11 Pro, the device should still pack a huge battery, ultra-fast charging and a large display.

Casio is now selling a range of bright red G-Shock watches in the US. The series includes the GA110RRB-4A, the GA2100RRB-4A, the DW6900RRB-4, and the DW5600RRB-4. These digital and hybrid models have a resin casing, and features like a stopwatch, a timer and an alarm.

Casio has finally released the G-Shock MRGB2000KT3A watch in the US. This titanium-bodied watch has a hand-engraved bezel, which makes it both premium and a limited edition model. Features of this Bluetooth model include radio control, support for dual time zones and Tough Solar charging.

Free-to-play MMORPG Dreadmyst 1.0 has officially launched as of Jan 9, 2026, hitting a 5,915 player peak. While reviews are 74% positive, the launch is marred by asset theft claims, lack of legal policies, and ties to a controversial WoW private server developer.

Amazon has the Retroid Pocket 5 selling at a discounted price for a limited time. The new low price makes it even cheaper than purchasing it directly from Retroid.

The OSCAL PV800 Pro enters the flagship projector segment by combining 1400 ANSI lumens with a native 1080p resolution, 4K content support and the versatile Google TV operating system. With a long-lasting LED lifespan and an aggressive launch price, it’s a noteworthy option for home, outdoor and even office use cases.

Malwarebytes has confirmed a massive data leak exposing personal information from 17.5 million Instagram accounts. The leaked data could be used for phishing and account takeovers, and users are urged to enable 2FA and stay alert for fake Meta messages.

Astronomers found nine galaxies with point-like appearances from Webb’s data. These galaxies defy current classification. Are they galaxies in early stages of formation? And what do they really tell us?

Garmin has released a new update for the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches. Beta version 16.14 brings several improvements to these wearables, including a new always-on-display related setting. Plus, there is a change for the Morning Report, which should make for a better experience for divers.

My Arcade’s long-teased Sega mini-arcade line is finally launching, with OutRun, Shinobi, Streets of Rage, and Golden Axe cabinets set to ship from April 2026 after a year-long silence. Sonic leads the rollout as the first available unit, offered in a $59.99 two-game “Joystick Player” and a $119.99 four-game “Mighty Player” configuration already on sale through My Arcade’s website.

Garmin has delivered new firmware for older smartwatches, including the Fenix 7 and smaller Fenix 7S. The second v25.xx update released to date, Beta Version 25.08 introduces several new improvements to Garmin's older high-end smartwatches with several aimed at improving the maps app experience.

Zotac has unveiled the Zbox CI360 mini PC, powered by quad-core Intel Twin Lake CPUs. With support for DDR5 memory, dual M.2 2280 slots, and dual 1G Ethernet, the CI360 appears to be a decent office PC for casual workloads.

Battlefield 6 has seen a massive drop in its Steam active player count, falling from nearly 750,000 at launch to as low as 30,000 in recent days.

An interview with Patrick Söderlund, CEO of Embark Studios, has sparked concern within the Arc Raiders community. His remarks about a potential in-game marketplace have met strong resistance, with players fearing it could undermine the value of loot and negatively impact long-term motivation to play.

A team of astronomers used the Hubble Space Telescope to examine a celestial object called Cloud-9. What was thought to be a faint galaxy has now been redefined as a dark-matter cloud with no stars. This discovery provides some insights into our understanding of dark matter and the early universe.

Asus is offering a new accelerator card in the form of a USB stick, which is said to offer a performance of 40 TOPS, allowing for the local acceleration of AI models. Pre-trained models can be used.

If you're into open-world RPGs with a flexible class system and surprisingly smart AI companions, now might be a great time to check out Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen on Steam. The classic is currently available for under $5 – matching its best price to date.

Xbox has confirmed that an upcoming zombie management game will join Xbox Game Pass as a day-one release next week. It will be available to PC players through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

Following increasing discussion in recent weeks about deepfakes distributed via X and Grok, three US senators have now spoken out. In an open letter, they make their opposition to Elon Musk, X and Grok unmistakably clear.

The Minisforum N5 Max is a new network storage device that can also be used as a mini PC and promises high performance in both roles. It supports fast network connections and additional SSDs can also be installed.

Nvidia has announced a new special giveaway. The grand prize is the flagship RTX 5090 with a custom 007 First Light wrap. Entries are currently open but will close in a few days.

The Mega 12 is a new and robust tablet with a wide range of features, including 5G connectivity. The device can be used with a stylus and has a PC mode, meaning that it can serve as a laptop replacement.

Manor Lords is currently available on Steam with a 35% discount, dropping its price to the lowest it has ever reached. If you’ve been waiting to try one of the most praised medieval strategy games in recent years, this is a good time to jump in.

A new hands-on video of the Retroid Pocket 6 shows the handheld emulating the PC version of Batman: Arkham Asylum. The source has also released videos of the handheld emulating a few Nintendo Wii U games.

Humble Bundle has added a new game collection, called D3 Waifu 4U. It features nine anime-style action games that are playable on the Steam Deck. They can all be scored for a minimum payment of $25, making each cost around $2.8.

A single night's sleep can provide enough data to trawl through for hidden signs of future diseases. Stanford has developed a system that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to spot subtle physiological patterns linked to future disease risk.