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Roman Triumph blends classic city-building mechanics with survival elements and the whims of unpredictable gods. The game is currently available on Steam at a 40% discount, lowering the price to around $15 for the first time.

A new version of the Philips Hue Turaco Outdoor Wall Light has arrived. Currently available in Europe, this new version of the smart light has a couple of upgrades compared to the original model. These include a higher maximum brightness level, white and colored lighting, and Matter compatibility.

Amazfit’s T-Rex 3 smartwatch is currently receiving the firmware version 4.4.1.3 update. This brings a new Podcast app to the wearable and also resolves several bugs. While such releases are typically rolled out in phases, starting with North America, this update has already been received by some users in Europe.

With WoW’s new housing system now available to everyone who pre-ordered the Midnight expansion, players are already showcasing their creativity. One standout example is a highly detailed replica of Asmongold’s streaming room, which the streamer himself praised as "amazing."

Xiaomi has released a new gaming monitor. A particularly affordable option, the new release offers a 200 Hz refresh rate, 95% DCI-P3 colour space coverage and 400 nits peak brightness. Xiaomi only bestows two video inputs on the new Redmi G25, though.

The DJI RS 5 has received a global release. Sold with a variety of combo packages, DJI's new Ronin camera stabiliser does not appear to be coming to the US anytime soon.

The Casio Standard W-800HD-1AV watch has been launched. This silver colored digital watch is currently available in one European country and expected to roll out more widely in the near future. Features include support for dual time, a multifunctional alarm and a precise stopwatch.

Zepp Health has announced several new Mini Apps for Amazfit smartwatches. Popular new arrivals include a professional on-watch lux meter and a virtual pet. Plus, one customer has also spotted a new Food Log app, allowing users to view information on the wearable, which was previously only available in the Zepp smartphone app.

Xiaomi has updated its Redmi Turbo series with a comparatively compact option. Available for ~$288, the new smartphone still features a 7,560 mAh battery and a 6.59-inch display that outputs at an ultra-bright 3,500 nits. Xiaomi bestows 100 W wired charging and a 50 MP primary camera on the Redmi Turbo 5, too.

Reigns: The Witcher, an unconventional spin-off of the popular fantasy series featuring Geralt of Rivia, is set to release on February 25. While it does not offer traditional action, it makes up for it with a strong focus on player choice.

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is the first smartphone featuring MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 chipset. Also equipped with a 9,000 mAh battery and a 50 MP primary camera, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max retails for just (~$317) and could launch later this year globally as the Poco X8 Pro Max.

The LG Gram Pro 17-inch weighs just 3.26 lbs and is only 0.6 inches thin, despite packing an RTX 5050 GPU. Paired with an Intel Core Ultra 7, 32 GB of RAM, and a 2 TB SSD, it's now $500 off at LG and includes a free 27-inch QHD 300 Hz monitor as part of the deal.

Semi-official renders of the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra are currently circulating in early images from case manufacturers like UAG. Official cases from Samsung itself are also making the rounds on social media. A prevalent theme is magnets and, consequently, Qi2 charging.

The new RedMagic 11 Air is an affordable gaming phone aimed at budget-conscious consumers. It comes in two configurations and two colourways. Anyone who purchase a unit now can take advantage of ongoing early-bird discounts.

Elon Musk went on record saying that Optimus is the best humanoid robot outside of China and then some. The American Figure.AI, however, just detailed its new Helix 02 humanoid robot platform with enviable full-body autonomy and finger dexterity.

A new game is now free to claim on the Epic Games Store. Available for a short time, the new game typically sells for $24.99 and averages a Mostly Positive rating on Steam. Definitely Not Fried Chicken is Epic Games' only PC gaming giveaway to end January 2026.

Garmin is currently rolling out beta version 13.18 to users of three of its smartwatch models. This brings a new watch face for some users, alongside a Strength activity-related bug fix. Plus, users of the Instinct 3, Instinct E and Instinct Crossover smartwatches are also getting a range of more minor improvements.

Realme has launched a new mid-range smartphone, the Realme P4 Power, with a massive 10,001 mAh battery. The silicon-carbon battery is rated at 1,650 charge cycles and promises to retain at least 80% of its original capacity after 8 years of use. Other features include a 144 Hz AMOLED display, a 50 MP OIS-enabled primary camera, and a Dimensity 7400 Ultra chipset.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro is currently receiving the firmware version 4.4.1.3 update. This release focuses on bug fixes, tackling problems linked to paired headphones and page stutter. Plus, it resolves issues related to a range of workout types, including Rucking, Track Run and Strength Training.

The Citizen Terra Force AW1890-19B and AW1890-51X watches have been released in the US. Each of these solar-powered (Eco-Drive) timepieces has a textured dial and a knurled crown. Customers can choose between two textured dial colors, and either a leather strap or a metal bracelet.

The Lenovo Legion Go has now reached a pretty excellent price point if you are looking to get into handheld gaming consoles. Currently retailing for less than $450 on Lenovo's official store, the Lenovo Legion Go on sale comes with a Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage.

Tesla will only sell cheaper electric vehicles like the Model Y or Model 3 going forward. It is discarding the premium Model S and Model X while mulling the Cybertruck's fate, too.

Humble Bundle just added a new game bundle packed with racing games to its current collection of game bundles. This new bundle is only redeemable on Steam and will expire on February 19, 2026.

The Nintendo Virtual Boy accessory for the Switch and Switch 2 is a few weeks from release. Nintendo has now released a video that reveals the games that will be available on launch day. It has also revealed additional games and features that will be added later this year.

Gamers who fondly remember the 1990s may appreciate the Maingear Retro98. The prebuilt gaming PC combines cosmetics inspired by the Windows 98 era with today’s most powerful CPUs and GPUs. The version with the Ryzen 7 9850X3D with Nvidia RTX 5090 graphics card costs $4,999.

Green Man Gaming is offering a new game bundle, which is centered on crafting, survival, and exploration titles. All the games in the package are well-rated and playable on the Steam Deck, with a total retail value of over $100.

The free game demo for Nioh 3 is available on Steam, and within 6 hours of the release, it drew over 19,000 concurrent players, and the all-time peak player count is still climbing. It's available to pre-purchase, with the full launch date being February 06, 2026.

A new twist on the survival crafting genre is the addition of a moving train being used as a home base. With titles like Enginefall, Frostrail, and EverRail in play, there is something for everybody looking to try their hand at a train-centric survival crafter in 2026.

The Samsung EM13DX is a paper-like 13.3‑inch color display designed to replace printed retail signage. Its passive panel, cloud management support, and zero‑watt static image mode make it an eco-friendly alternative.

OnePlus is expanding its new system-wide bypass charging feature to more phones and tablets with the latest OxygenOS update. Previously limited to gaming, the feature now works across apps, helping reduce heat and battery wear during plugged-in use.

Halide Mark III, the next generation of the popular camera app for iPhones, is set to launch soon. Lux Camera has now previewed the significant difference in image quality between Apple's camera app and Halide Mark III, even when capturing RAW files.

The Tank M4C is a new smartwatch that relatively affordable price and offers a robust feature set. For instance, the watch can be used as a flashlight and to communicate via a walkie talkie function.

GOG reminds fans of a simpler time when games didn’t rely on online-only launchers. Even so, with a suspicious banner, it’s embracing the modern trend of AI art replacing the work of humans. An artist for the storefront confirmed that generative AI was responsible for a wonky New Year Sale graphic.

The Legion 5i Gen 11 is one of the first Intel Panther Lake-based gaming laptops that is actually available to order. Configurable with either a Core Ultra 7 356H or Core Ultra 9 386H, the Legion 5i Gen 11 also features a 165 Hz OLED display, an 80 Wh battery and up to 32 GB of RAM.

Lenovo has started selling the Legion 5a Gen 11 across Europe. Available in multiple configurations, the new AMD-powered laptop can be configured with up to a Ryzen AI 9 465, an RTX 5060 and 32 GB of RAM, plus a 165 Hz OLED display.

The Convergence Hub combines a flexible stand with a docking station that expands smartphones by a total of eight ports, including Ethernet and HDMI for connecting a monitor. This should allow the FuriPhone FLX1 to be transformed into a PC replacement.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to launch with numerous magnetic accessories. A leak has already revealed Samsung's official Qi2 charger, which can charge smartphones at up to 25 watts, but the description suggests a limitation when used with Galaxy smartphones.

Android is reportedly set to replace Chrome OS in the future in order to compete with Windows 11 and macOS on desktops and laptops. Google has now accidentally provided a glimpse of the user interface of its upcoming operating system, which is internally called Aluminium OS.

The ExpertBook Ultra is just barely over 1 kilogram and it can already run games almost as well as most budget gaming laptops over twice the size. Unfortunately, make sure you're next to a power outlet.

The Nework 27-inch MoveMate Hi-Fi Android 14 tablet can be used for up to eight hours indoors and outdoors thanks to its 213-watt hour battery. It comes with a rolling stand for convenient hands-free use.

Asus has released a new 16-inch OLED laptop with a 1,000-nit display backed by an 83 Wh battery. Also equipped with AMD Gorgon Point processors, the new laptop surpasses older models with more RAM, too. The Zenbook S16 directly replaces earlier models with an updated design too.

A recently announced partnership between Casio and Toyota Racing suggests that new Edifice collaboration watches could be on the way. The brands have already confirmed that the Casio and Edifice logos will feature on its racing cars in the upcoming season, and the team will wear Edifice wearables during events.

Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order immerses you in the story of Cal Kestis, a young Padawan who survived Order 66. You are hunted by the Empire and must face numerous enemies alongside your allies. Mastering the Force and your lightsaber will be essential to defeat them.

Good news for everyone still using the iPhone 5S, 6 or 6 Plus or an older iPad: Apple has now rolled out a software update that extends the security certificate of the devices until 2027.

For years it was the worst-kept secret in Silicon Valley: Project Titan, Apple's attempt to build its own car. But Apple never officially confirmed its existence, not even when it was reportedly finally canceled in early 2024. Now, Airbnb has provided this confirmation, breaking Apple's ironclad code of silence.

The Galaxy S27 is still a long way off, but the first real clues have just surfaced in a well-known benchmark database and seem to suggest that the first Exynos 2700 tests are already being carried out, albeit with miserable results and strange specs for now.

Players assume the role of a leader in an alternate history, where mankind fights against the elements to survive. Players can now get the game at 85% off its asking price.

The Xiaomi Smart Outdoor Camera 4 4G Dual-Camera Edition is about to launch in China. This is the first security camera from the brand to offer 4G, allowing it to operate independently of Wi-Fi. Other features include fixed and PTZ cameras, AI human detection and intruder alarms. 

The Pocket 1 is a pocket-sized gaming handheld built around a 720p display that generates up to 450 nits peak brightness. Also, Miniloong's handheld supports swappable d-pads and faceplates, unlike its contemporaries.

Seiko is about to release a new 5 Sports collaboration watch in Thailand. This limited edition timepiece features a playful design from artist Poorboy, with an image of a monkey on a brightly colored dial. It comes with interchangeable straps, one made of metal and another of nylon.