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Mar 4
The Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max offer notable upgrades over their predecessors

New Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max leak reveals specs in full

A new leak has revealed the Apple M5 Pro and M5 Max in full. Both chips use Apple's new Super and Medium cores, with the former boosting up to 4.61 GHz.
Anil Ganti, 04 Mar 2026 19:48
Google's Feature Drop covers over a dozen devices.

Google confirms new features coming to Pixel smartphones this month

Google has confirmed that a bunch of new features are headed to Pixel smartphones later this month. Also rolling out to the Pixel Tablet, the March 2026 Feature Drop marks the first time that Google's desktop experience mode will be available to use without jumping through any hoops beforehand.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 19:37
The Pixel Watch 4 has received multiple new features this month with Google's latest Feature Drop.

Google Pixel Watch 4 receives satellite connectivity in Europe, Pixel Watch 3 receives new features too

Google has announced the expansion of satellite connectivity for the Pixel Watch 4. At the same time, the company has confirmed that some of its older smartwatches are set to receive new features, too.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 19:35
The Galaxy S26 Ultra has not even started shipping yet.

Samsung: New camera upgrade tipped to arrive with Galaxy S26 Ultra successor

Rumours have started about Samsung's camera upgrades for its next Ultra smartphone. While leakers are currently in disagreement over finer details, both Ice Universe and Digital Chat Station report that Samsung will finally be moving away from the ISOCELL HP2 for the Galaxy S27 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 19:31
Realme GT 8 Pro review.

Top smartphone throttles to 70% performance in test and it seems to make absolutely no difference

The Realme GT 8 Pro, with its Qualcomm's high-end Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, saw performance throttling of up to 70% in our tests. This raises some interesting questions about the smartphone industry.
Marcus Herbrich, 04 Mar 2026 19:25
Casio’s G-Shock GWGB1000TLC1A has reached more countries

Casio G-Shock collab watch with compass now available in more countries

The Casio G-Shock x Team Land Cruiser Toyota Auto Body GWG-B1000TLC-1A watch has finally been released in the US and the EU. Already available in the UK, this hybrid watch has a black design with a metal bezel and an unusual textured strap. Its features include radio control, Bluetooth connectivity and a compass.
Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2026 18:59
New Mini Apps have arrived for Amazfit smartwatches

Amazfit smartwatch users get seven new Mini Apps

Amazfit smartwatch users can now download seven new Mini Apps. The latest drop includes a checklist tool, a sound generator and an interactive alarm to help you wake up in the morning. Plus, there are two games for the wearables, a classic arcade game and a platformer, which can be found in the Zepp Mini App Store.
Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2026 18:53
Artistic render of Galaxy S26 Ultra showing photo and video storage.

Galaxy S26 Ultra missing another upgrade following display misinformation

The Galaxy S26 Ultra retains another specification from its predecessor besides the battery capacity, the storage standard. The company has decided to stick with the same UFS standard as the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Vineet Washington, 04 Mar 2026 18:48
Xiaomi’s Mi Home Air Conditioner Super Energy Saving Pro 1.5 HP

Xiaomi reveals new upgraded version of smart air conditioner

The 2026 Xiaomi Mi Home Air Conditioner Ultra Energy-Saving Pro 1.5 HP has been launched in China. This model has been upgraded in several ways, compared to its predecessor, with a higher air flow rate. Plus, it has a self-cleaning function and can be remotely controlled via the brand’s app.
Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2026 18:47
IKEA's Kajplats smart bulbs have reached the US

New cheaper IKEA smart bulbs with Matter now available in the US

IKEA has released a range of Kajplats smart bulbs in the US. Already available in Europe, these smart LED bulbs support Matter, meaning they can be connected to many other smart home devices. The line-up includes white and white/colored lighting options with various bulb shapes and some starter kits.
Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2026 18:40
The fanless TWL01 Edge mini PC packs up to an 8-core Intel CPU.

New fanless mini PC arrives with up to 8-core Intel CPU and plenty of ports

Aaeon has launched the TWL01 Edge mini PC with a fanless enclosure that is pretty compact. Powered by up to an 8-core Intel "Twin Lake" CPU, the mini PC can be equipped with up to 16 GB of RAM and also packs plenty of ports.
Sambit Saha, 04 Mar 2026 18:28
The Samsung Galaxy A56's successor will have triple rear cameras, too.

Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57: leak reveals key specs of Samsung's new A-series phones

A trusted source has revealed key specs of the upcoming Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 smartphones. The two phones share some key specifications, but differ in others.
Habeeb Onawole, 04 Mar 2026 18:27
The NanoPi Neo3 Plus and its metal case.

Compact Raspberry Pi competitor with LPDDR4 RAM: New NanoPi board launches globally

FriendlyElec has updated the NanoPi series with a tiny new single-board computer (SBC). Available for under $25 with LPDDR4 RAM, the NanoPi Neo3 Plus also measures just 48 x 48 mm and weighs around 20 g.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 18:02
An image from Planet of Lana showing a landscape.

Deal | With a 90% discount, this platformer loved by 93% of players is at its lowest price on Steam

Planet of Lana is a platformer that immerses you in a world invaded by machines. Your goal is to find your sister, who has been kidnapped. But for this, you will have to overcome many challenges and solve puzzles that will teach you more about the story of this game.
Alexis Stegmann, 04 Mar 2026 17:59
Lenovo will be releasing two new lightweight tablets later this month.

Lenovo confirms launch plans for new high-end tablets

Lenovo has revealed when it will be launching two new lightweight tablets. Both sporting 13-inch displays with 144 Hz refresh rates, the pair will differ mainly by their underlying chipsets. The Xiaoxin Pro 13 and Xiaoxin Pro GT13 will support Lenovo's new Stylus Pro stylus accessory too.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 17:57
The OnePlus 15T will feature IP69K, IP69, IP68, and IP66 ratings. Pictured: a promo picture showing the waterproofness of OnePlus 15R.

OnePlus 15T teaser reveals stronger waterproof ratings and hints at final design

The OnePlus 15T is expected to launch in China sometime in March 2026. Ahead of any formal announcements, the brand's president, Li Jie Louis, has been teasing the phone by sharing some specs. In the latest round, the waterproof details got confirmed, and a recent design leak got dismissed.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Mar 2026 17:35
A screengrab of Fallout 4 running on a Nintendo Switch 2

Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 offers native 1440p and a consistent 30FPS in docked mode

Bethesda’s Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 as a largely faithful port that significantly improves on last-gen console performance, hitting native 1440p and a mostly stable 30FPS in docked mode but with quite a few quirks that some of its more mature versions on other platforms still offer to date.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 04 Mar 2026 16:49
Cancelled Ghost of Yotei PC port shown on monitor

Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei among PS5 exclusive games that PlayStation will not port to PC

PC users had become accustomed to single-player PS5 exclusive games eventually making it to Steam. However, that appears to be no longer the case, according to a new Bloomberg report. Jason Schreier suggests that disappointing sales and the new Xbox console are both factors.
Adam Corsetti, 04 Mar 2026 16:36
The Titan 2 Elite sports an aluminium housing.

Titan 2 Elite: New compact smartphone detailed with two versions launching globally

Unihertz has finally shared more details about its latest compact smartphone. Confirmed to be launching later this month globally, the Titan 2 Elite will face off against the Clicks Communicator with a 120 Hz display, dual 50 MP cameras and 60 W charging for its reasonably-sized battery.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 16:29
The Casio G Shock DW-5600BBR-1 has a stealthy black aesthetic with red dial design

Deal | Casio G-Shock DW-5600BBR-1 digital watch with 5-year battery life drops to lowest-ever price on Amazon

Casio’s G-Shock DW-5600BBR-1 is now 17% off, reaching its all-time low price for a limited time. The digital watch has a shock-resistant construction, 20-bar water resistance, 5 years of battery life, and an LED backlight with afterglow.
Abhinav Fating, 04 Mar 2026 15:54
The MacBook Neo trades plenty of features for its compact size.

MacBook Neo: Apple launches new compact MacBook starting at $599

Apple has released a new compact MacBook, almost eight years after discontinuing the 12-inch MacBook. Larger and heavier than its spiritual predecessor, the MacBook Neo makes various compromises to hit a $599 starting price.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 15:53
The Casio MTP-B315-1AV watch

Casio unveils new slim metal watches with 24-hour sub-dial

The Casio MTP-B315 analog watch has been revealed on the brand’s global website. This new round model has a slim stainless steel casing, and its dial features a 24-hour sub-dial. It will be available in five versions, with various dial colors and a mixture of metal and leather straps.
Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2026 15:52
Elecom’s first semi-solid-state power bank

Elecom releases new semi-solid-state power bank

The Elecom DE-C86-10000 power bank has been launched in Japan. This is the first device of its kind from the brand, due to its semi-solid-state battery. This is said to be safer than a lithium-ion battery, with a significantly longer life time and a wider operating temperature range.
Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2026 15:47
The Vivo X300 FE is basically a rebadged S50 Pro mini. Pictured: a promo picture showing the thickness of the phone.

Vivo silently launches compact X300 FE with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, large battery, and more

The Vivo X300 FE has made a silent debut in Russia, and it’s basically a rebadged version of the S50 Pro mini. It packs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, has a compact 6.31-inch AMOLED, and a 6,500mAh battery.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Mar 2026 15:32
The Vivo X300 Ultra will be available with two teleconverter accessories.

Official: Vivo confirms X200 Ultra and X300 Pro compatibility for new X300 Ultra surpassing accessories

Vivo is moving towards releasing the Vivo X300 Ultra globally. In the meantime, the company has shared new details about the device's innovative teleconverter camera accessories. Surprisingly, there will be a degree of cross compatibility between smartphones, including the older X200 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 04 Mar 2026 15:16
Redmi Note 15 5G

Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G: Offers great value for money

The Redmi Note series wins the hearts of many customers every year, and for good reason, because hardly any other smartphone series offers such good features at such an affordable price. We have summarized the Redmi Note 15 5G test again.
Daniel Schmidt, 04 Mar 2026 15:12
Amazfit Active 2 Sport promotional graphic highlighting its 270 mAh battery and claimed battery life of up to 10 days (typical use), 5 days (heavy use), or 19 days in battery saver mode.

Deal | Amazfit Active 2 Sport smartwatch receives 20% price drop on Amazon

Amazon has discounted the Amazfit Active 2 Sport (44mm) to $79.99, around 20% off its $99.99 list price. The deal is sold and shipped by Amazon.com.
Darryl Linington, 04 Mar 2026 14:29
The Starlink standard dish mount.

SpaceX cuts Starlink residential plan price to $39/month ahead of IPO

Elon Musk has denied that Starlink is dropping the prices of its hardware and satellite Internet plans because of the upcoming increase in competition. SpaceX is still trying to amass as many new Starlink customers as possible ahead of its IPO.
Daniel Zlatev, 04 Mar 2026 14:08
Aeon Linux desktop German openSUSE-based project

German openSUSE-based distro Aeon 20260302 now available with various minor updates

Aeon 20260302 brings this distro "for lazy developers" one step further, although there's no major change compared to last month's update. However, this project from Germany deserves some attention, and this update is the perfect opportunity to push it into the spotlight.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Mar 2026 13:50
Resident Evil Requiem PC version launched on Android phone using GameHub emulator with controller attachment.

Resident Evil Requiem runs at up to 100 FPS on an Android flagship via PC emulation

Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem is already being pushed beyond its intended platforms. A new test shows the PC version running on an Android flagship through PC emulation, delivering surprisingly strong performance in certain scenes.
Anmol Dubey, 04 Mar 2026 13:50
The Nubia Fold.

Nubia Fold to launch globally as book-style foldable half the price of the Galaxy Z Fold7

After releasing it in Japan months ago, Nubia has now presented the Nubia Fold at MWC. The foldable is set to debut much later this year as the cheapest book-style foldable on the market, with an MSRP just half of the Galaxy Z Fold7's.
Ricci Rox, 04 Mar 2026 13:45
The Google Chrome logo is shown as Google announces a switch to two-week major Chrome releases starting with Chrome 153 in September 2026.

Google Chrome: New two-week release cycle debuts this September

Google says Chrome will move to a two-week major release cycle starting in September 2026, beginning with Chrome 153 on September 8, with Extended Stable remaining on an eight-week cadence for enterprise.
Darryl Linington, 04 Mar 2026 13:40
The GameSir Delta-X7 is an arcade controller with a touch display.

GameSir teases a superior rival to 8BitDo's Arcade Controller

GameSir has shared a first look at its first leverless controller. Called the Delta-X7, the arcade controller has a touch display, an 8K polling rate, and support for on-the-fly configuration.
Habeeb Onawole, 04 Mar 2026 13:22
Resident Evil 4 Remake

Capcom states PC makes up majority of sales, removes Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4

Capcom acknowledges that PC sales makes up "approximately" 50 percent of its game sales and has removed Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake on Steam due to it causing performance issues. Additionally, Capcom discusses plans for its other franchises and outlines RE Engine improvements.
Christopher Harper, 04 Mar 2026 13:20
Origami Linux goes out of beta with snapshot 2026.03

Fedora-based Origami Linux 2026.03 launches with the 6.19.3 kernel and COSMIC 1.0.8

With the snapshot labeled 2026.03, Origami Linux is finally out of beta. This project, built on Fedora 43 and the CachyOS 6.19.3 kernel, offers a cutting-edge, rolling release approach, making it "rock-solid, incredibly fast, and ready for everyone". Origami Linux 2026.03 comes with the Rust-based COSMIC desktop environment.
Codrut Nistor, 04 Mar 2026 12:44
Alt text: Resident Evil Requiem running on M3 Max MacBook Pro via CrossOver 26 with frame generation enabled.

Resident Evil Requiem runs at ~70 FPS on Apple silicon despite no macOS port

Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem has no official macOS version yet, but new testing suggests the game can already run on Apple silicon Macs. A recent video shows promising performance on newer chips, while older Apple silicon machines appear to struggle.
Anmol Dubey, 04 Mar 2026 12:22
Pictured - the promotional poster for the Casio x J Balvin.

Deal | This Casio G-Shock collab watch with interchangeable bezels and straps gets discounted by nearly $100 (40%)

Casio’s G-Shock x J Balvin DWE5600JB1A9 collaboration watch is now 40% off, dropping from $230 to $138. The DW-5600-based model includes interchangeable yellow and black bezels and straps, 200 m water resistance, and a 5-year battery.
Anubhav Sharma, 04 Mar 2026 12:18
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 has a numpad.

Deal | 64 GB RAM, 4K display, 56% off: Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 laptop with RTX 3500 Ada GPU gets big discount

The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 workstation laptop with the Core i7-14700HX CPU, an RTX 3500 Ada GPU with 12 GB of VRAM, 64 GB of DDR5 memory, 1 TB of storage, and a 4K display is now on sale at a massive 56% discount. We reviewed the laptop and gave it a high rating.
Fawad Murtaza, 04 Mar 2026 11:43
IKEA’s Dirigera Hub is receiving software version 2.934.0

IKEA smart home hub gets Matter improvement in new update

The IKEA Dirigera hub is receiving a new update: software version 2.934.0. This release is said to improve the stability of the Matter onboarding process. It arrives in the wake of a series of customer complaints about connectivity issues with the brand’s recently released Matter compatible smart home products.
Polly Allcock, 04 Mar 2026 11:27
The ultra-wide panel features a 480 x 1920 resolution and 10-point touch support with AI generated background

Waveshare: 8.8-inch wide capacitive touchscreen targets wall panel and gang switch systems, works with Raspberry Pi

Waveshare is now offering a new ultra-wide 8.8-inch 480 x 1920 IPS touchscreen display designed for use as a smart switch panel, wall control panel, or multi-gang switch interface. It works with SBCs like Raspberry Pi, Orange Pi, and features a 10-point capacitive touch for interactive IoT projects.
Debashis Das, 04 Mar 2026 11:24
An image of a 12 V lithium battery

Eco-friendly aqueous battery could last for centuries

Researchers have developed a non-toxic, water-based battery utilizing minerals akin to tofu brine, theoretically capable of lasting centuries while meeting strict environmental disposal standards.
Chibuike Okpara, 04 Mar 2026 11:20
Chuwi CoreBook X

CPU scam: Chuwi CoreBook X uses AMD Ryzen 5 5500U instead of 7430U

A supposed bargain is currently causing considerable discussion: The Chuwi CoreBook X, which is officially advertised with an AMD Ryzen 5 7430U, has an older Ryzen 5 5500U installed. This system software has also been manipulated and deceives the user. This not only raises the question of performance, but also severely damages trust in the manufacturer's product specifications.
Sebastian Bade, 04 Mar 2026 09:58
From left to right: Casio G-Shock GA-2100CM-5A and GA-2100CM-8A against a camo background.

New Casio G-Shock camo watches now available to buy in the US

Casio’s camo-themed G-Shock GA2100CM-5A and GA2100CM-8A watches are now available in the US for $145. The analog-digital "CasiOak" models feature bio-based resin construction, Carbon Core Guard protection, and include a free Nigo sticker set.
Anubhav Sharma, 04 Mar 2026 09:31
Buffalo Japan has ended the production of its external USB Blu-ray drives, including this BRXL-PT6U3-BKE model.

Update | Buffalo ends production of external USB Blu-Ray drives

Buffalo Japan has ended the production of its external USB Blu-ray recorders, including the BRXLPT6U3E, BRXLPTV63B, and BRXLPTWOU3 series. This follows similar exits from the optical disc market by Pioneer, LG, and Sony. Update: US market not affected, says company
David Chien, 04 Mar 2026 09:30
The Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme has shown up on Geekbench

Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-96-100 CPU and GPU performance impress in Geekbench debut alongside Asus laptop

Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-96-100 has made its Geekbench debut months after it was announced. It powers an Asus Zenbook A16 variant with 48 GB of RAM.
Anil Ganti, 04 Mar 2026 09:07
The Xiaomi Redmi K90 Pro Max.

Xiaomi's upcoming sub-flagship phone leaks with notable upgrades

A prominent tipster has shared early details about Xiaomi's next sub-flagship phone, potentially the Redmi K100 Pro Max. It is tipped to feature notable upgrades, including a 200MP camera and a newer chipset.
Huzefa Baloch, 04 Mar 2026 09:05
The BenQ MA270S monitor features a nano gloss panel with 5k resolution

BenQ’s new Mac monitor with Nano Gloss display goes on sale with 20% discount

BenQ’s recently launched MA270S monitor is now officially available for purchase via the company’s official website and other authorized retailers. A potential Apple Studio Display alternative offers Mac-tuned colors, a Nano Gloss panel, Thunderbolt 4, a 150 mm adjustable stand, and deeper macOS integration.
Abhinav Fating, 04 Mar 2026 08:05
The March 2026 Choice will expire on April 7. Pictured: Steam Deck with the cover photo of the bundle.

Deal | Latest $15 Humble Bundle deal packs 8 Steam Deck-ready games with over $200 retail value

The Humble Bundle Choice selection has been updated, and for March 2026, the platform is offering eight well-rated Steam Deck-playable games. There's one award-winning title included as well.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Mar 2026 07:56
The Honor Power 2 may be the most powerful mid-range phone in the world right now.

Honor Power 2 and Honor MagicPad 3 Pro dominate in latest AnTuTu performance charts

AnTuTu's latest Android performance leaderboard has some interesting entries. The Honor MagicPad 3 Pro, being the only Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 tablet on the list, takes top spot, but in third place sits an Intel-powered tablet—the H3C MegaBook.
Ricci Rox, 04 Mar 2026 07:47
The Oppo Find N5.

Oppo Find N6 leak details Hasselblad-tuned camera system ahead of launch

Last year's Oppo Find N5 featured a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP primary sensor. The next-generation Oppo Find N6 is set for a major camera upgrade, with a new leak revealing the sensor details of its Hasselblad-tuned camera system.
Huzefa Baloch, 04 Mar 2026 05:39

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