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Steam workshops can keep a game feeling fresh without official updates. Sadly for People Playground, one mod took advantage of this freedom by destroying competing downloads. The game’s developer has taken the workshop offline while it evaluates the damage caused by the virus.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra might become cheaper, while the Galaxy S26 is expected to get significantly more expensive. According to a report, an industry insider disputes these leaks based on retailer data and points to a very different pricing strategy for Samsung’s Galaxy S26 flagship phones.

Curious Expedition 2 is a turn-based roguelike in which you have to lead expeditions on mysterious islands during the 19th century and face various dangers. You will need to manage your resources carefully to achieve all your objectives.

Early sightings of the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch 9 have emerged online. Likely joining new Galaxy Z foldables this summer, both have appeared alongside two unreleased Galaxy Tab S12 flagship tablets, too.

A reliable leaker has shared an insight into Sony's plans for its WH-1000XM6 over-ear headphones. Potentially, this new version of the WH-1000XM6 could coincide with the release of the WF-1000XM6, too.

It seems that Xiaomi will be skipping over the Redmi A6 series. In its place will arrive the Redmi A7 Pro, which has already been spotted undergoing regulatory compliance.

New leaks have highlighted that the Sony Xperia 1 VIII and Xperia 10 VIII remain in development. Not only that, but both smartphones are set to receive global releases too.

The Ayaneo Pocket S Mini has only been available for preorder for a few days, but there’s already bad news. The gaming handheld has a much smaller battery than announced. As compensation, buyers can receive an Ayaneo Pocket Air Mini for free.

The Nvidia N1X ARM APU is reportedly Team Green's first APU specifically designed for Windows laptops. However, a prominent leaker claims that Nvidia N1X has tons of bugs and issues, which could be the reason why there have been no signs of N1X-powered notebooks launching soon.

A new exploration-adventure game just hit Steam. It launched on January 29 and has had a good reception so far, receiving about 5,000 reviews, with 94% of these reviews being positive.

The Raspberry Pi Foundation is raising prices for its popular single-board computers once again, just 2 months after the last price hike. Because of the DRAM crisis, the top-end Raspberry Pi 5 model with 16GB of memory now costs $205 or 70% more than before the shortage began.

Vivo will unveil its brand-new iQOO 15 Ultra flagship this Wednesday. Teaser images have already confirmed that the device will be equipped with a 50MP periscope telephoto camera with a Sony sensor, as well as an extremely bright 8,000-nit LTPO OLED panel.

Thanks to an ongoing sale on Amazon, the 98-inch TCL QM8K mini LED 4K TV with 144 Hz refresh rate can now be purchased for a record-low price on the platform. The TV sports outstanding brightness performance, peaking at over a whopping 4,000 nits in small areas.

With the help of some soldering expertise and high-density memory modules from SK Hynix, a well-known modder has managed to upgrade his Xbox Ally X with a whopping 64 GB of LPDDR5X memory, up from the stock 24 GB.

The Nvidia Shield TV is now more than 10 years old, and the latest hardware revision was introduced in 2019. Since then, Nvidia has released software updates for the set-top box, but many users have been waiting for a hardware upgrade. In an interview, a manager has now hinted at the possible improvements that an upcoming Nvidia Shield TV 2 could offer.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be officially unveiled in February. A leak now shows the flagship’s new S Pen, which apparently won’t be fully color-matched to the phone. Meanwhile, a leaker claims Samsung is putting its focus on the top model rather than the Galaxy S26 or the Galaxy S26 Plus.

A freshly discovered PS Store app may suggest that a new loyalty program is on the way. Stockpiling points in the PlayStation Stars loyalty program to redeem for PS5 games is no longer possible. Even the most dedicated gamers often feel that Sony doesn’t appreciate their efforts.

GOG is currently giving away a bundle of three classic survival horror titles. It's Alone in the Dark Trilogy, and these free games also come with the Jack in the Dark mini-adventure. This giveaway will end on February 05, 2026.

The Asus ROG Strix 5K XG27JCG adapts to work and play thanks to its 5K display and 180Hz refresh rate (or 330Hz at QHD). Also featuring USB-C, 97% DCI-P3, and ELMB 2, the monitor is now available in North America starting at $849.

Flydigi has a brand new controller scheduled for release this week. According to the manufacturer, the upcoming controller is called the Vader 5s, and it has native support for Xbox consoles.

Lenovo has officially confirmed the next-generation Legion Y700, with promotional images showing the tablet's rear design in two color options and an RGB ring light. A leak has separately revealed the device's key specifications and launch month.

The Samsung Galaxy F70e 5G will be officially unveiled in a few days time. Samsung is already showcasing the mid-range smartphone with a leather texture back panel ahead of time, and further confirms that the device has a larger battery than the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Casio has introduced two new G-Shock Mudmaster watches under its Master of G-Land series. The GG-B100XM-1A and GG-B100XMB-1A pair a carbon fiber–reinforced case with quad sensor technology for tracking direction, altitude, barometric pressure, temperature, and steps in harsh environments.

The Arzopa D14 digital photo frame is a Valentine’s Day gift that’s not just a nice gesture for a single day. Instead, it shares cherished memories on a 14-inch display and offers numerous practical features, including cloud-based photos and easy remote sharing for families and couples who occasionally have to spend some time apart.

Kingdom’s Deck is a card-based survival strategy game that blends base building, tower defense, and resource management into what players describe as a surprisingly addictive experience. The title is currently available on Steam at its lowest price yet, with a 50% discount dropping it to just under $5.

Ashes of Creation is on the brink of collapse just two months after its Early Access debut. Following the departure of much of its leadership team, reports of mass layoffs and unpaid wages suggest the ambitious MMO has reached an abrupt end.

Anker appears to be developing an upgraded version of the MagGo Power Bank (10K), launched in 2024. It appears to come with newer Qi2 charging technology, which could improve the wireless power transfer. However, the accessory’s design is almost identical to the original model.

After months of silence, Eric Barone has shared an update on Haunted Chocolatier. The Stardew Valley creator confirmed that development is still ongoing and dismissed recent rumors suggesting otherwise.

Xiaomi has released the 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026. Sporting three significant upgrades on its predecessor, the 2K Gaming Monitor G27Qi 2026 combines a 2.5K resolution with a 200 Hz refresh rate with a brighter panel and AMD FreeSync Premium support.

Xiaomi's new G27i gaming monitor has received an international release. Equipped with two major upgrades over its 2025 predecessor, the Xiaomi Gaming Monitor G27i 2026 still costs around ~$150 at current exchange rates, too.

Seiko’s SSK059 is ending its JDM exclusivity, bringing the 39.4 mm white-dial field GMT to the global market. Utilizing the 4R34 caliber and 100 m WR, this $435 tool watch scales down the GMT formula while still using Hardlex and hollow links.

The Casio Collection Pop F-91WS-7A2 and the F-91WS-7A3 watches are now available in Japan. Both have transparent resin straps, with the metallic resin casing available in two new colorways. Features of these digital watches include a stopwatch, a daily alarm and an LED backlight.

A reliable leaker, Digital Chat Station, reports that a high-performance pad is set to release in H1 of 2026. It will stand as a rival to the upcoming 2026 Lenovo Legion gaming tablet, and is speculated to be the Xiaomi Redmi K Pad 2.

The Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra are tipped to receive earlier than expected global releases. With pricing information already known, a leaker has now described when the pair will be available outside China. A dedicated Indian launch event is apparently scheduled, too.

Another update for the Zepp Health app has arrived for Amazfit smartwatch users. Building on the major version 10.0 release, it fixes an issue linked to heart rate metric tracking. Plus, there is a new Gear Management feature, as well as wider changes to the home page and existing tools.

Casio and White Mountaineering have officially announced the debut of its new PRW-B1000WM-1 in February 2026. The $900 Pro Trek features a titanium band, sapphire crystal, and Triple Sensor suite. It is the first to combine Tough Solar, Bluetooth, and Multiband 6 tech.

The Casio Pro Trek x The Nature Conservation Society of Japan x Pickles the Frog collaboration PRJ-B001NJ-3 watch has been unveiled in Japan. This model has a green design inspired by the organization’s mascot, including a small leaf-shaped indicator on an inset dial. Other features include Bluetooth, support for world time and five alarms.

Casio has released its new Standard W-800HD-1AV silver-colored watch in additional European countries. Recently launched in the UK this model has a resin casing and metal strap. It offers a range of features, including support for dual time, a stopwatch and a daily alarm.

According to new rumours, new MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16 refreshes are due imminently. In fact, Apple is tipped to release M5 Pro and M5 Max models within the next few hours.

While Tesla is still at 2C Model Y charging speeds, Chinese automakers now enjoy 4C charging that only takes 15 minutes. The world's biggest battery maker has now unveiled a 5C battery that can last the lifetime of the electric vehicle.

Ever wanted to create your own custom wallpapers? Ever wanted to learn or use new creative software? And maybe you feel limited with just a prompt when it comes to generative AI solutions? NVIDIA might have something for you with its AI-Blueprints, and we tested them in Blender.

Whilst the budget-oriented Samsung Galaxy A17 is scheduled for as many as six major Android updates, the Motorola Moto G17 will apparently receive none – and will even ship with an outdated version of Android to boot. Motorola has confirmed that it doesn’t see any requirement to provide OS updates in the EU either.

The Retro X3 is Acemagic's latest retro-inspired mini-PC. Equipped with a powerful AMD Ryzen processor, the Retro X3 also features 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, USB4 and half a dozen USB Type-A ports, all within an affordable package that measures just 128 x 128 x 44 mm.

Abxylute has revealed a new Switch 2 controller with an interesting button layout. Instead of the standard Switch 2 button layout, the Abxylute N9C has the layout of a GameCube controller.

A mysterious new Garmin device has surfaced on the FCC in the US. Signalling a spring 2026 release, the documentation also indicates that the device will support 60 GHz radar to surpass existing Approach and Varia releases.

The Apple iPhone Fold is expected to be officially announced in September, positioned to compete with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7. According to sources, Apple also appears to be developing a flip phone similar in form factor to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Motorola Razr 60 Ultra.

The Seiko Presage ‘Springtime’ Cocktail Time SRPM06J1 watch has been released in Europe and is on the way to the US. This limited edition model has been designed in collaboration with a celebrated Japanese bartender. Features of the watch include a mother-of-pearl dial and an automatic movement.

New images taken by the Gemini North telescope show comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) disintegrating in space. And this event could happen again in the near future, allowing astronomers to better understand these celestial objects.

Decathlon has unveiled the Rockrider E-EXPL 100 hardtail electric mountain bike in Europe. This e-MTB is particularly cheap at under €1,000, with features like a 43 NM torque motor, a front suspension fork and a Microshift rear derailleur. Plus, there are accessories such as a handlebar-mounted controller and lights.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is set to join the Xiaomi 17 as part of a joint global release. In the meantime, a reliable leaker has revealed pricing, battery and launch colour information for the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Surprisingly, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is set to launch with a smaller battery than the Xiaomi 17 too.