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The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite shows a significant leap over its predecessor, especially in graphics performance, nearly doubling its 3DMark Fire Strike score. Real-world gaming tests on an Asus Zenbook reveal playable performance in demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2.

Disco Elysium, the acclaimed isometric detective RPG known for its story-driven design and dialogue- and skill-check-based “combat,” is currently discounted 75% on Steam to $9.99, backed by strong critical and user scores.

Bungie’s Marathon update 1.0.6 introduces the C.A.R.R.I. system and experimental "Stay Together" mechanics to reward player cooperation. Check out the latest weapon balance changes for the Biotoxic Disinjector and Railgun in the Season 1 mid-season pass.

Sales for the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 will start from April 22 but initial benchmarks have started showing up. The first set reveals 7-Zip and Cinebench scores with the stock air cooler.

Despite unveiling two new handhelds in early February, MagicX is yet to release them. Now, the manufacturer has explained why the Two Dream Light and Two Dream Pro handhelds are yet to launch.

The Zero 3W is a new and compact single-board computer that can be an alternative to a Raspberry Pi. The compact board from Orange Pi supports image output to two screens at once and wireless network connection as standard. PCIe is available.

A new leak indicates that OnePlus is on the verge of releasing a new high-end smartwatch. Replacing the Watch 3, the OnePlus Watch 4 is expected to arrive running Wear OS with an LTPO AMOLED display.

A major update is rolling out to one of Amazfit’s smartwatches. Firmware version 2.17.0.4 brings a range of new features to users of the Balance 2 XT, related to on-watch maps and the Music app, as well as new workout metrics.

Even without an expensive subscription, Garmin device owners now have a new way to evaluate and, more importantly, manage their training. The new open‑source Cycling-Coach can be customized to individual preferences, so users aren't constrained by rigid or unsuitable preset assumptions.

Huawei has now officially revealed its alternative to the Apple MacBook Neo. Launching in April, the Huawei MateBook 14 HarmonyOS Edition is rumoured to surpass Apple's popular laptop with 24 GB RAM and the same Kirin X90A chipset used inside the MatePad Edge.

The Xiaomi Mijia Washing Machine Three-Zone Wash Pro Front Drum 10kg Ice Crystal White has been launched in China. This washing machine has a triple drum set-up, allowing you to wash items separately. Plus, it supports app and voice controls, and has several smart features.

MSI has launched new 15-inch, 16-inch and 18-inch gaming laptops globally. Totalling over a dozen SKUs, the laptops fall under MSI's Cyborg, Crosshair, Raider, Stealth and Titan series.

Sony has announced the next lineup of games that PS Plus Extra and Premium members will be able to download and play starting this month. The lineup includes eight games, including The Crew Motorfest, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and more.

Huawei’s Apple Watch Ultra look-alikes are going to make a return soon but before the official launch, most of the specifications have been reportedly leaked. The two models are said to be more expensive than their predecessors.

Motorola has officially confirmed that the Edge 70 Pro will be unveiled in a week's time. The manufacturer is showing the high-quality mid-range smartphone in three colors in advance and has confirmed the most important details about its features, including the 6,500 mAh battery and 5,200 nits bright display.

GameSir has expanded its Tarantula line of controllers with three new models. The controllers have symmetrical thumbsticks, are compatible with Xbox consoles and PCs, and have TMR joysticks.

Oppo has confirmed that it will be releasing a new luxury smartwatch in April 2026. Not only that, but the company has revealed Eurozone pricing too. The Oppo Watch X3 should arrive running Wear OS with up to 16 days of battery life.

Be careful when buying SSDs: After cheaper SSDs with new packaging were recently sold as expensive Samsung 990 Pro in Japan, counterfeit Samsung 990 Pro are now also in circulation in Europe, and this time they don't work at all.

With hours until the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 launch, a new teaser shows a cinematic "slow shutter" mode in neon-lit Hong Kong, which might/might not be mapped to the Pocket 4's new "Custom" button. While the standard model debuts April 16 with 107GB internal storage and 4K/240fps video, recent Osmo Pocket 4 Pro leaks suggest a dual-camera version with 4x optical zoom is arriving this June.

Xiaomi is preparing to launch a new high-end smartphone soon. Reportedly paired with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, the device appears set for an imminent release as a rival to the recent Vivo X300s.

MSI has quietly confirmed that Nvidia intends to release a new RTX 50 series graphics card with more VRAM than its existing variant. Paired with Intel's new Core Ultra 7 251HX and Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processors, MSI will sell the Crosshair 16 Max HX E2WGXK exclusively with a 12 GB version of the GeForce RTX 5070.

Google Wallet is getting a major redesign: instead of the old list view, the app will now show cards and passes in a clearer grid layout. Favorites, search and new sorting options are also being added – features many users have wanted for a long time.

With CUE7, Toyota is introducing a new basketball robot said to offer more accurate shooting, smoother dribbling and successful shots from as far as 25 meters (82 feet). Footage of the presentation is available on the WELT News Channel on YouTube.

Samsung is gearing up for a high-stakes foldable war. Following rumors of a crease-free "iPhone Ultra" foldable and the wider Huawei Pura X Max, a new Samsung patent reveals the alleged "Galaxy Z TriFold Wide".

OnePlus' next flagship tablet release has appeared in early benchmarks. Outperforming last year's Pad 3, the Pad 3 Pro combines 12 GB of RAM with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. OnePlus has teased that the Pad 3 Pro is coming soon, too.

Oppo has quietly revealed the global price of its next Android tablet. Launching later this month, the Oppo Pad 5 will be available with 5G connectivity but a smaller battery capacity than its Chinese counterpart.

Apple will be going downmarket with its OLED iPads. It is expected to bring OLED to the iPad Air next spring and has already chosen which Samsung display specs to cut so that it can hit the series' pricing.

With a gigantic 9,020 mAh battery, a 5,000 nits bright AMOLED display and a fast Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, the Vivo T5 Pro offers powerful features at prices starting at around $320.

The launch of Oppo's new flagship tablet is almost upon us. In the meantime, the Oppo Pad 5 Pro has stopped by Geekbench with performance that puts the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra to shame. Oppo has now confirmed multiple hardware specifications for its new tablet too.

While others his age are busy playing video games, Malte Schröder is already planning to launch his own IT company. The 14-year-old from Rostock, Germany, wants to offer businesses a local alternative to external providers with a compact AI box, but says he cannot wait until he turns 18 because of how quickly technology is evolving. To make that happen, he is now taking the matter to court.

Echo Point Nova is currently available on Steam at its lowest price yet. The shooter currently holds a 96% positive user rating and, thanks to a 50% discount, is available for $12.49 until April 27.

Just ahead of Vivo revealing the official pricing for the global X300 Ultra and the Oppo Find X9 Ultra making its international debut, the Chinese version of the X300 Ultra is already being offered at a discount, with prices starting as low as $1,150.

Shortly after Microsoft increased the prices of the Surface Pro and Surface Laptop, a leak reveals many details about Microsoft's next-generation Surface products. Buyers will soon have the choice between Snapdragon X2 Elite and Intel Panther Lake.

One of the most acclaimed roguelites of recent years is currently back at its lowest price on Steam. Hades is discounted by 75% until April 28, bringing it down to just over $6.

The handheld version of the Sony PlayStation 6, the PlayStation 6 Portable, is expected to launch alongside the main console. With an RDNA 5 GPU and a 6-core Zen 6 CPU, the PS6 Portable is shaping up to be a beastly handheld that will reportedly be able to play games that launched for previous consoles.

VW is refreshing the ID.3 Neo with updated styling as well as new comfort and software features as part of a broader EV push. Most notably, fully electric GTI production models are now on the horizon.

Oppo has now opened Find X9 Ultra reservations before the smartphone's international release this April. While the company is bundling various free gifts with its latest flagship, it has also confirmed that the Find X9 Ultra will only be available globally with 12 GB RAM and 512 GB of storage.

Unitree’s humanoid H1 robot sprinted at 10.1 m/s, which at first glance puts it surprisingly close to elite human speeds. The catch is that this figure refers only to its measured top speed, not the decisive total time over 100 meters. Even so, the run is impressive and suggests that Usain Bolt’s world record may not remain untouchable forever.

A new DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Pro leak suggests a summer 2026 release and a dual-camera setup featuring 4x optical zoom. With a rumored price of $700, the Pro model may mirror the telephoto strategy of the iPhone 17/18 Pro.

Grand Seiko just added the SBGD228 Red Lion jewelry watch to its Masterpiece Collection, coming in October 2026. Limited to eight pieces, the 18k rose gold model features 267 diamonds and an 8-day Spring Drive movement.

Ugreen is now selling its new Magnetic Power Bank Qi2 15W 20,000 mAh in the US. Spotted in Europe earlier in 2026, this model can be used to charge up to four devices simultaneously, with outputs including a wireless charging pad and integrated cable.

Xiaomi has launched the 2026 Xiaomi Mijia Air Conditioner Super Energy Saving 1HP (New Level 1 Energy Efficiency) in China. This upgraded model offers a range of smart features, including self-cleaning functionality and support for HyperOS Connect.

Qualcomm is expected to launch two new Snapdragon 8 Elite processors this year. Now, a popular leaker has provided more details of the less-powerful variant which is expected to launch as the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6.

Microsoft April 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 167 vulnerabilities, including an actively exploited SharePoint zero-day. Windows 11 KB5083769 and KB5082052 bring new builds and RDP security.

Amazfit appears to have leaked an upcoming smartwatch on one of its official social media pages. The design of this wearable appears to be a cross between two of the brand’s existing models, leaving fans speculating as to what it could be.

The second update to last year's Trixie version of Raspberry Pi arrives as version 6.2 and focuses on small updates and bug fixes but also irons out one possible security flaw: passwordless sudo is now disabled by default. However, this change will not affect existing installations of Raspberry Pi OS.

Grand Seiko has revealed its new Elegance Collection Hand-winding Spring Drive SBGY043 watch. With an engraved dial in dark blue, a silver tone metal casing and strap, and a slim movement, this model is set to launch in the coming weeks.

Xiaomi has announced that it will launch a new Mijia Smart Steam Air Fryer 7L in markets worldwide. This model is said to offer a range of cooking functions, including steaming and sous vide options. Plus, it supports Google Home and Xiaomi’s HyperOS Connect.

PlayStation Plus subscribers are rumoured to be receiving another new batch of free games before the month is out. While Sony is expected to make an official announcement soon, a reliable source has already revealed three upcoming titles that will expand April's lineup to six games.

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are now on sale for $50 less than their official MSRP. The wireless earbuds were launched in September 2025 with a new fit, better sound, heart rate sensing, improved ANC, and more.