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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.

Nirva has teased the Nirva Necklace and Nirva Bracelet. The wearables automatically record conversations all day long to provide insight into the wearer's mood and relationships and to assist with living mindfully.

Intel Panther Lake promises a massive leap forward in terms of efficiency and iGPU performance. Our gaming benchmarks now provide first insights into how the brand-new Arc B390 iGPU stacks up against the AMD Radeon 890M, Ryzen Strix Halo and against dedicated Nvidia GPUs.

Video Games Chronicle has learned that Microsoft will release Fable on the PS5. The debate now is whether it will ship day one on Xbox and PC, or on multiple consoles. With fewer Xbox exclusive games, a leaker suspects that a prior release date delay will allow for a cross-platform launch.

Forza Horizon 5 has reportedly surpassed 5 million copies sold on PS5, proving to be a major success despite launching years after its original release. The strong sales have helped the game generate around $300 million in revenue.

Ironside Computers and Zacho Builds are hosting a worldwide giveaway for a high-end gaming PC worth over $2,000. It features the RTX 5070 paired with AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D.

Samsung is reportedly set to unveil the Galaxy S26 series at the Unpacked event on February 25, 2026, with devices launching in March. The lineup is expected to include the S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra.

Many gamers can’t understand why Baldur’s Gate 3 has not come to Nintendo’s latest handheld. The Larian Studios founder dashed hopes for the Switch 2 game during a recent Q&A. With the studio no longer working with Wizards of the Coast, one leaker describes the relationship as unhealthy.

Keychron showed off a prototype of its upcoming K2 HE Concrete wireless Hall effect gaming keyboard, but it's the wireless trackball that actually seems like the most interesting peripheral of the lot. The trackball will use open-source ZMK firmware, and it is designed to fit in seamlessly with Keychron's existing keyboard line-up.

Last October, Nothing Phones started to ship with advertisements and bloatware, some of which could not be removed by the customer. Following massive criticism, the smartphone manufacturer is now backtracking as most of these advertisements are being removed again.

Intel is finally taking gaming handhelds seriously, as the Intel Core G3, a processor specifically optimized for devices such as the Steam Deck, is expected to hit the market soon. A leak has now revealed the key specs of the chip in advance.

CES 2026 once again showcased a range of intriguing new products and technologies this year, from robot vacuums with legs to gaming laptops with a rollable ultra-wide display. That said, the iFixit "Worst in Show" awards argue that some new technologies also pose risks, both for users and the environment.

Accessory manufacturer Nimble has unveiled four new trackers that, unlike the Apple AirTag, do not use a connectional coin cell battery but are powered by a cellulose-based battery instead. This allows the trackers to be charged wirelessly, they are also biodegradable once the end of their service life arrives.

Citizen's Armor AW1660-51H is now down to $371.93 (40% off). The watch features Super Titanium & Sapphire Glass. While not the $297 record low, it beats the $435 average, getting you solar Eco-Drive tech for under $400.

According to a new report, Oppo is set to release not one but two new foldable smartphones in 2026. While one will replace the Find N5 with 200 MP primary, 50 MP telephoto and 50 MP ultra-wide-angle cameras, the second is set to take the fight to Apple's long-rumoured iPhone Fold.

Asus has indicated that its ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMTG is set to be released globally. Equipped with a 1440p and 240 Hz QD-OLED display, the ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMTG is one of Asus' more unusual gaming monitors thanks to its inclusion of Android 14 with Nvidia GeForce Now pre-installed for game streaming purposes.