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The PlayStation Store Summer Sale will kick off tomorrow, on July 15, offering discounts on hundreds of games. The sale will remain live for over three weeks and conclude on August 12.

Two smartwatches are receiving new software features. These Suunto models can serve as compelling alternatives to wearables from brands such as Garmin or Amazfit.

The MSI Claw 8 EX is one of the first handhelds based on Intel's new Arc G3 Extreme platform, and it brings the iGPU of Panther Lake into a much smaller form factor, delivering the biggest leap in performance we have seen so far in mobile gaming consoles. But prices venture into midrange gaming laptop territory, so the question is, is the new Claw still worth it?

Apple is working on creating a special edition iPhone to commemorate its 20th anniversary next year. This new design for the iPhone 20, or whatever it ends up being called, could become an actual device soon.

Asus has started selling the ProArt Display OLED PA279CDV in the US. Marketed towards creators and Mac users, the new 27-inch 4K QD-OLED monitor is said to offer accurate colors and macOS integration. It comes with a 120Hz refresh rate and 96W USB-C port as well.

A leak has revealed the specs of the successor to HMD's XploraOne phone for kids. The upcoming device is reported to launch as the XploraOne Neo, and will have a larger display and a slightly larger battery capacity.

Streamer Joshua Khane recently posted on X, claiming that the company deleted both his Microsoft account and the OneDrive linked to it after it was hacked.

Xiaomi has made the Redmi Note 17 series official, and while the Pro model is positioned as a good mid-range phone, the standard model brings solid value, at least in China. It packs an 8,000mAh battery, a 7-inch OLED display, and starts at under $200.

After all the color options for the Pixel 11 (Pro) and Pixel 11 Pro Fold were leaked in the last few hours thanks to an early Amazon leak, it's now the Pixel Watch 5's turn. Official render images show four of the new color options, which go quite well with the Pixel 11 colors.

While the competition is releasing spec'd-out mini tablets with OLED displays, Apple may have decided to play it basic with the iPad mini 8. The next slate in Apple's compact tablet series is expected to be released later in 2026.

The upcoming GAC Aion electric SUV has been extensively road-tested in the first province that will ban gas-powered cars from 2030. In the process, it has managed to set a Guinness Book world record for the lowest energy consumption.

Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the company's new mid-range phone. It's powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, has a bright AMOLED screen, features a 50MP camera setup, and sports a large 9,000mAh battery. The starting launch price is CNY 1,599, about $235.

Valve is preparing a new BIOS update for the Steam Machine to solve the issue of the emergency red LED light prematurely coming on. While the issue is not related to any hardware fault, it does seem to weaken one of Steam Machine's biggest selling points.

The HMD Asha 505 is more reminiscent of an Apple iPhone 6 than a modern smartphone, as its relatively small 5-inch display features thick bezels at the top and bottom, though at least it doesn’t have a notch or punch hole. A leak has revealed the key specs of this entry-level smartphone ahead of its release.

Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic stands out from traditional city builders not only because of its Cold War-era socialist setting, but also thanks to its complex production chains and realistic construction mechanics. The challenging city builder, which holds a 90% positive rating on Steam, is once again available at its lowest-ever price of around $10.

Mova’s new SureTrack Pro helps dog and cat owners monitor the whereabouts of their furry companions. Beyond that, the GPS tracker offers additional features, including two-way voice communication.

With its 3.2-inch touchscreen and Nokia Lumia-inspired design, the HMD Touch is one of the most unusual feature phones on the market. The HMD Fame, a slightly larger and slightly improved version of this phone, is now set to launch.

Casio's new DW-5600MOT26-9 is a Mother 3 x G-Shock collab celebrating the RPG's 20th anniversary. It features a sunflower yellow case, pixel art LED backlight, Mr. Saturn strap detail, and "Potential!" caseback engraving, priced at ¥19,800.

The KytyPS5 emulator has booted the PS5 version of Grand Theft Auto V far enough to reach its menus and settings, while Quake II Remastered has reached in-game 3D rendering. Version 0.0.3 of the project also shows PowerWash Simulator and PAC-MAN WORLD running in-game on GitHub.

How much do Nintendo's top executives actually make? The company's latest annual report reveals the exact figures, and judging by the reaction on Reddit, many people consider them surprisingly modest.

The Steam Deck has long been considered a benchmark for repairability among handheld gaming PCs, but that reputation may be starting to crack. According to an email from Valve's official repair partner iFixit, the company appears to be phasing out one of the handheld's most important replacement parts.

ChatGPT can once again be used directly within WhatsApp in the EU. This became possible because the European Commission, through a preliminary injunction, forced Meta to reopen WhatsApp to third-party AI assistants. Here’s how to access ChatGPT in Messenger—and what you should keep in mind.

If you are on the hunt for a prebuilt gaming PC, Newegg is now selling the ABS Cyclone Aqua gaming PC for the same price as the Valve Steam Machine. Despite coming in at the same price as the Steam Machine, the ABS Cyclone packs a much faster GPU/CPU, more RAM, and more storage.

Microsoft's July 14 Patch Tuesday update brings Point-in-Time Restore, a redesigned pause updates feature, and the final Kerberos RC4 enforcement phase for Windows 11.

An e-reader the size of a compact smartphone, featuring front lighting, a user-replaceable battery, a microSD slot, and open-source firmware – that’s how the brand-new Open Book Touch aims to set itself apart from all its competitors.

It was already expected that a 200-megapixel main camera currently doesn't fit inside the more compact Galaxy Z Fold 8. Now, a leaker has provided further details about the ISOCELL HP2 replacement and has also shared what appears to be an internal presentation slide showing all color options and the final dollar prices for the Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip8 in Australia, including the colors available exclusively from Samsung online.

Rogbid's new Breeze handheld fan comes with semiconductor cooling instead of the typical blades. It packs a 13,000 RPM turbo motor, 6,000 mAh battery, and aluminum unibody design. Priced at $39.99 in two finishes.

While Google apparently has no plans for a new Pixel Tablet or a new Nest Hub Max, the company is developing a brand-new smart home display. In fact, there are already several references to this product in the Google Home app's code.

The Huawei MatePad Air (2026) is here, and it comes with a number of significant upgrades. Huawei has packed a brand-new 144 Hz OLED panel with a PaperMatte finish into an even thinner aluminum case.

A PS5 owner suddenly found themselves unable to launch their digitally purchased copy of Ghost of Yōtei, sparking a heated debate on Reddit. Many gamers see the incident as further proof that their criticism of Sony's digital strategy is justified.

Huawei's latest flagship phones are finally launching globally, and they're coming with a few updates. The Huawei Pura 90s Pro and the Pura 90s Pro Max feature a main camera with a variable aperture The top-of-the-line model also includes a 200 MP telephoto camera.

Huawei has announced the FreeClip 2 S earbuds in Europe following its launch in China as the FreeClip 2 Collector's edition. Sporting a redesigned charging case and a metallic finish, the new pair of earbuds are based on the FreeClip 2 released in 2025.

The Lenovo Xiaoxin Air 14 with the Intel Core Ultra 200V series and LCD display has been launched in China. It's a thin and light laptop with a 65Wh battery rated for up to 34 hours of runtime. The starting launch price is CNY 6,299, around $929.

The CAPO X is a dual-system full-tower chassis that can house two separate computer systems. It was revealed during Computex last month and is now available for purchase.

The Lenovo Legion Y700 Infinite will be a follow-up product of the regular Y700 Gen 5. Previously, the company confirmed 5G specs and shared the design of the compact OLED gaming tablet. Now, it has revealed what SoC will be under the hood.

iFixit has scrutinized Asus' perfect repairability rating for the ROG Flow Z13. While praising its accessible battery, display and SSD, the repair specialist gives the model a more modest rating owing to soldered components, among other things.

Google Health is drawing renewed criticism as Pixel Watch users report a persistent permission error. Factory resets have failed to resolve the issue, which may be linked to a recent update.

Casio's G-Steel GSTB1000BD-1A and GSTB1000BD-2A are now available in the US at $510 each. The all-black ion-plated G-Shock pair features a logo-free bezel, brick-pattern dial, Tough Solar power, Bluetooth, and 20-bar water resistance in a slim 11.6 mm stainless steel case.

Halo Studios has completed development of Halo: Campaign Evolved, a full remake of the 2001 classic for the PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. While expanded weapons and updated visuals promise a broader experience, allegations involving generative AI and poor management have tempered expectations.

Lenovo has released a new 16-inch ThinkPad globally. Available with up to 96 GB of LPCAMM2 RAM and PCIe Gen 5 storage, the ThinkPad P16s Gen 5 AMD can also be configured with a 120 Hz VRR OLED display, a 90 Wh battery and discrete GPUs in a package that starts at around 1.75 kg.

Prices for upcoming Xbox and PlayStation hardware may be more affordable than anticipated. One analysis believes that RAM costs will improve in time for the Project Helix and PS6 release dates. The new gaming systems will be vital to turn around the decline in console sales.

Xiaomi has quietly released a new TV Stick globally. Running Google TV out of the box, the Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen) is compact enough to slot in behind your TV without being visible whatsoever. The new TV Stick supports Bluetooth 5.0 and dual-band Wi-Fi, too.

US electric vehicle sales are rebounding as gasoline prices soar to nearly $5 per gallon, though demand remains below last year’s levels. California is bolstering the recovery with rebates of up to $3,500 for eligible first-time EV buyers, including smaller incentives for qualifying used vehicles.

Along with the first public beta of iOS 27, Apple has also released a beta version of watchOS 27. The next-generation smartwatch operating system, featuring Siri AI, a new home screen, and design optimizations, is now available for users to try out.

Tesla is preparing to offer Cybercab rides to employees at Gigafactory Texas, where more than 100 of the steering wheel and pedal-free vehicles are reportedly awaiting deployment. Despite easing federal regulations, questions remain about the service’s scope and whether Tesla’s autonomous driving software is ready for safe, unsupervised public use.

macOS 27 Golden Gate is here, at least as a public beta, and is now available for all users of compatible MacBooks, iMacs, Mac minis, or Mac Studios to try out. In addition to Siri AI, the update also includes performance upgrades and design improvements.

Apple iPhone users can now install an early version of iOS 27, as Apple has released the public beta. iOS 27 introduces numerous new features, including Siri AI, performance improvements, and the ability to customize Liquid Glass to your liking.

Total War: Shogun 2 is a turn-based strategy game with real-time battles in which you must expand your empire, defeat your opponents, and manage your army. And it is currently available for less than $6 on Steam.

Yes, the upcoming 360-degree flagship camera will be more expensive, but in return, Insta360 appears to be using two significantly larger sensors compared to the Insta360 X5, according to a fresh leak of all the key specs. As it turns out, 8K50 video and the more compact redesign aren’t the only new features of the Insta360 X6.

Microsoft is responding to the criticism and is fundamentally overhauling the search feature in Windows 11. In the latest Windows Insider preview version, the search box no longer displays ads, and is designed to find local search results, such as settings, apps, and files, much more reliably, rather than falling back on a web search.