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Jun 2
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ is among the first handheld consoles powered by the Arc G3 Extreme.

Intel warns of "crazy" price: Arc G3 Extreme tramples AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme for expensive price

Intel has detailed the performance and power efficiency of its upcoming Arc G3 Extreme SoC. Designed for handheld gaming consoles, the Intel Arc G3 and Arc G3 Extreme rely on Intel's latest Panther Lake CPU architecture and feature 10 and 12 Xe-core iGPUs, respectively. However, the consoles powered by these chips could be extremely expensive.
Fawad Murtaza, 02 Jun 2026 11:14
Leaked Galaxy Z Fold 8 (the wider model) and Fold 8 Ultra design models.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Wide) detailed specs, design models revealed: New camera, big battery; crease-free display in 201g

A detailed Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Wide) leak has just revealed the ultra-light 201g design of Samsung’s upcoming foldable, a 4800 mAh battery, 45W charging, and a new 50MP camera. Reportedly, Samsung has finally managed to achieve a near crease-free display.
Martin Filipov, 02 Jun 2026 11:12
From left to right, pictured: Casio MTP-VT06L-1B, MTP-VT06D-7B, MTP-VT06D-1B, and MTP-VT06L-7B.

Casio launches new slim multi-hand watches with ion-plated cases

Casio has officially revealed the MTP-VT06 analog watch collection featuring day, date, and 24-hour sub-dials. The 8 mm thick ion-plated cases are now listed online, with regional pricing and US availability currently unconfirmed.
Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jun 2026 10:44
DJI Osmo Pocket 4P in pearl white.

DJI showcases new pearl white finish for the Osmo Pocket 4P

DJI has introduced a new Pearl White color variant for the Osmo Pocket 4P gimbal camera during a technology event in Beijing. Arriving a month after the original release, the updated model retains the exact same internal specifications. This includes the 1-inch CMOS sensor, a 3x medium telephoto lens, and support for D-Log 2 color profiles.
Antony Muchiri, 02 Jun 2026 10:37
The new 2026 TUF Gaming 16 laptop.

Asus reveals redesigned 16-inch TUF Gaming laptop with expert cooling, durability and RTX 50-series power Computex

Asus just announced the 2026 TUF Gaming 16 laptop, featuring Intel Core i7-14650HX CPUs, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 graphics, and an improved 40dB quiet cooling system. The laptop brings a new rear-facing port layout, MIL-STD-810H durability, and user-upgradeable internals.
Martin Filipov, 02 Jun 2026 10:09
Promo image for the Seiko Astron HAB005J1 and HAB006J1.

Seiko launches new titanium Astron GPS solar watches as part of limited-edition series

Seiko just announced two limited-edition Astron GPS Solar watches, the HAB005J1 and HAB006J1, releasing in June and July 2026. Both titanium models feature Caliber 5X63 and will retail for EUR 3,000 in the EU.
Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jun 2026 09:56
The Surface Laptop Ultra.

Hands-on with new Surface Laptop Ultra reveals MacBook Pro-like design from all angles Computex

Microsoft’s newly unveiled Surface Laptop Ultra arrives as a high-performance, AI-focused challenger to the MacBook Pro. Featuring a 15-inch mini-LED display, a powerful new NVIDIA "RTX Spark" chip, and a sophisticated design with a large haptic trackpad, the device signals a new flagship direction for the Surface lineup ahead of its fall 2026 launch.
Martin Filipov, 02 Jun 2026 09:27
A hooded hacker operating a laptop against a dark background.

ShinyHunters leaks Spectrum customer data after Charter ransom refusal

Charter Communications confirmed a data breach after ShinyHunters published records on 13 million Spectrum customers when a May 27 ransom deadline passed.
Darryl Linington, 02 Jun 2026 09:25
The global variant of the Reno16 Pro retains the decorated back.

OPPO Reno 16 Pro global variant leaks with smaller battery and downgraded chip

Leaked specs for the global OPPO Reno 16 series reveal three variants, the Reno 16, Reno 16 Pro, and Reno 16 FS, with the Pro model notably downgraded from its Chinese counterpart. Where China's Reno 16 Pro ships with a Dimensity 9500s chip and a 7,000mAh battery, the global version is expected to feature a Dimensity 8550 and a 6,700mAh battery, while retaining the 200MP primary camera and a 6.32-inch 144Hz AMOLED display.
Antony Muchiri, 02 Jun 2026 09:11
Promo image for the Sidephone Mini Controller keypad.

New $29 mini-controller keypad unveiled for $249 Sidephone, a modular dumb phone

Sidephone has launched a $29 Mini Controller Keypad — its fourth modular tile — featuring a D-pad, A/X/Y/B buttons, and Start/Select. Coming with new mini Games and future emulator support, it ships July 2026 for the $249 SP-01 dumb phone.
Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jun 2026 08:40
A picture depicting Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Hostile Alliance operator pack

Activision and Infinity Ward pledge ‘No clowny skins’ in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4

Activision and Infinity Ward say Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will abandon celebrity cameos, cartoon crossovers, and other “clowny” cosmetics in favor of grounded skins tied to the game’s military narrative, following backlash to recent Black Ops and Warzone collaborations.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jun 2026 07:54
The OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro is tipped to feature an 8,000mAh battery.

New OnePlus phone leak points to ~$221 price range and 144Hz OLED display

The OnePlus Turbo 6X Pro has surfaced in a new leak. The upcoming budget phone is tipped to feature a 144Hz display and a large 8,000mAh battery, while targeting the CNY 1,500 (~$221) price segment.
Huzefa Baloch, 02 Jun 2026 07:32
The EcoFlow Rapid power bank (10K), the Rapid power bank (20K), and the Rapid 3-in-1 power bank (10K) (from left to right)

EcoFlow launches three new pocket-sized power banks with built-in cables

EcoFlow has launched three new power banks, namely the Rapid power bank (10K), the Rapid power bank (20K), and the Rapid 3-in-1 power bank (10K), globally. All three models feature a pocket-sized form factor, a built-in cable, 45 W of maximum output, and an LED display.
Abhinav Fating, 02 Jun 2026 07:26
A promotional render of AMD's EXPO-UUL DDR5 memory standard

AMD claims up to 13% higher FPS and 15% improvement in 1% lows with new EXPO-ULL DDR5 memory profiles Computex

AMD has introduced EXPO Ultra Low Latency (EXPO-ULL), a new DDR5 memory profile promising lower latency, smoother frame times, and up to 13% higher average FPS with 15% better 1% lows versus standard JEDEC memory. Certified 6000 MT/s and 6400 MT/s kits from major memory vendors are expected starting June 2026.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jun 2026 05:54
A screengrab of Subnautica 2 running on PC

Subnautica 2’s explosive sales could force Krafton into a $250 million court-ordered bonus to Unknown Worlds

Subnautica 2’s early-access launch has reportedly delivered blockbuster results, with an estimated four million copies sold in its first week and revenue potentially exceeding the milestone threshold in Krafton’s acquisition deal for Unknown Worlds. The sales surge could obligate Krafton to pay up to $250 million to the studio’s former shareholders, despite months of legal efforts to avoid the bonus tied to the game’s performance.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jun 2026 05:41
New iPhone 18 Pro battery leak just changed the story for non-US buyers

New iPhone 18 Pro battery leak just changed the story for non-US buyers

iPhone 18 Pro's battery capacity has been leaked at 4,056 mAh for physical SIM models and 4,288 mAh for eSIM variants. The bigger story: Apple's eSIM expansion to Europe means millions of buyers will get the larger cell for the first time.
Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jun 2026 05:26
A clip showing a bot in Old School RuneScape

Old School RuneScape finally feels fair again as Jagex bans 6.2 Million bots

Jagex’s intensified anti-bot measures have reshaped Old School RuneScape in 2026, with over 6.2 million accounts banned and once-crowded farming areas now largely empty. Player reports and creator analyses suggest the crackdown has stabilized key parts of the in-game economy, though remaining bot activity indicates the fight is not over.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jun 2026 05:13
A wide range of Pixel models will receive Android 17.

Which Pixels made the cut? Android 17 summer rollout list revealed

Google’s Android 17 will be rolled out to Pixel 6 and newer devices, including the Pixel Fold and Pixel Tablet. The update is expected to arrive this summer and may mark the final Android build to support all Tensor-era Pixel phones.
Jacob Fisher, 02 Jun 2026 05:13
Asus powers the Ascent QN10 mini PC with a Qualcomm Snapdragon CPU.

Asus Ascent QN10 mini PC arrives with Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite CPU for local AI development and OpenClaw Computex

The Asus Ascent QN10 is a compact Windows‑on‑ARM mini PC powered by an 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite CPU, delivering 80 TOPS of on‑device AI performance for AI developers. It offers up to 32 GB RAM and 4 TB NVMe storage to run OpenClaw locally.
David Chien, 02 Jun 2026 05:12
An image of the Strava logo on an iPhone.

Strava just pulled a Reddit on its developer community

Strava has paywalled its API, requiring a paid subscription for all developers starting June 1. Wearable integrations like Garmin and Amazfit are unaffected. However, free and open-source tools built on the API face quite an uncertain future.
Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jun 2026 04:29
In addition to a pendant, Meta is working on a number of smartglasses.

From glasses to pendants: Meta reportedly expanding its AI wearables portfolio

Meta is reportedly broadening its AI wearables strategy beyond smart glasses with a new pendant device, several new smartglasses, and experimental "supersensing" hardware powered by AI software. The tech giant hopes to sell 10 million wearable products in late 2026.
Jacob Fisher, 02 Jun 2026 04:26
The Minisforum MS-03S workstation SFF PC comes integrates an Intel Pantherlake-H CPU with a 50 TOPS NPU.

Minisforum introduces MS-03 and M2 Pro AI mini PCs, and S5 and N5 Max NAS devices with powerful AI NPU performance Computex

Minisforum has announced four new products capable of running AI locally. The MS-03 and M2 Pro mini PCs are powered by Intel Panther Lake CPUs, which provide up to 50 TOPS and 180 TOPS of AI compute power respectively, while the fanless S5 and N5 Max NASs provide up to 33 TOPS and 126 TOPS respectively.
David Chien, 02 Jun 2026 04:00
A screengrab from Control Resonant

Remedy CEO says GTA VI could spark a golden age for gaming, downplays release date overlap

Remedy CEO Jean-Charles Gaudechon says Grand Theft Auto VI’s November 2026 launch could boost the wider console market rather than overshadow competing releases, including Remedy’s planned Control Resonant, playing the devil's advocate in an industry increasingly cautious about launches near Rockstar's upcoming blockbuster.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 02 Jun 2026 03:51
A close up of a GoPro camera.

GoPro warns it may not be able to keep the lights on

GoPro has filed a formal going concern warning — the company disclosed considerable doubt about its ability to keep operating. The disclosure, backed by auditor PricewaterhouseCoopers, may trigger loan defaults as the company holds talks with its lenders.
Anubhav Sharma, 02 Jun 2026 03:38
The 2026 Asus Zenbook 14 in Zabriskie Beige comes with an OLED display and large touchpad.

Asus unveils four Zenbook 14 Copilot AI notebooks powered by Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm CPUs Computex

The 2026 Asus Zenbook 14 laptops deliver accelerated AI performance thanks to Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm CPUs with 45+ TOPS of compute power. They come with OLED displays, large touchpads, Dolby Atmos speakers, and smudge-proof Ceraluminum covers.
David Chien, 02 Jun 2026 03:30
Thermite in Rainbow Six Siege.

Valve reportedly almost delisted Rainbow Six Siege from Steam after Ubisoft attempted to sell it cheaper on Uplay

The new report has brought attention to how aggressively Valve handles pricing and distribution decisions for games.
Abdul Haddi, 02 Jun 2026 02:57
The iPhone Air.

Latest iOS update finally fixes a major charging issue on iPhone 17 and iPhone Air

Back in April, several iPhone 17 and iPhone Air users started reporting a serious charging issue after their phones died completely. But with the latest update, Apple has finally fixed it.
Abdul Haddi, 02 Jun 2026 01:35
Banner for Valve antitrust lawsuit is shown

Gabe Newell defended Steam in Valve antitrust lawsuit, arguing gamers have choices

Many PC gamers won’t consider purchasing games anywhere but Steam. Plaintiffs in antitrust lawsuits accuse the company of acting illegally to preserve a monopoly. Gabe Newell rejected those allegations, amid rumors that Valve controls pricing outside its marketplace.
Adam Corsetti, 02 Jun 2026 01:16
A closer look at the GST-B1000BD-1A’s black dial, featuring a textured horizontal pattern, dual sub-dials, and a date display.

New minimalist Casio G-Steel watches arrive with an all-black metal body, Tough Solar, and Bluetooth

Casio has introduced a duo of G-Steel watches featuring a sleek all-black body. The GST-B1000BD-1A and GST-B1000BD-2A pair textured dials with an IP-treated stainless steel bezel and band.
Kristen Spradlin, 02 Jun 2026 00:34
Jun 1
Baldur's Gate 2 logo.

Baldur's Gate 2 is finally getting a remake, report claims

According to a new report, former BioWare developer and Baldur's Gate 2 co-lead designer Kevin Martens has returned to work on a remake of the game.
Abdul Haddi, 01 Jun 2026 23:49
Presentation reel

New PixVerse R1 video generation model features live input and subject priority

While most video generation models focus on prompt accuracy, PixVerse takes a new approach, prioritizing character continuity.
Stephen Pereyra, 01 Jun 2026 23:48
The Vivo X Fold 5.

Vivo's next premium foldable phone leak reveals key highlights

Vivo may be preparing its next-generation foldable phone, expected to be called the Vivo X Fold 6. A new leak points to major hardware changes, including a flagship MediaTek chipset, a larger battery, and upgraded cameras.
Huzefa Baloch, 01 Jun 2026 23:39
The latest E-Ink display from LG can be charged magnetically via a Qi2 power bank.

LG unveils 32-inch E-Ink display with support for magnetic Qi2 power banks

The latest e-paper display from LG uses a 32-inch e-ink panel that can display colors and consumes hardly any power. A 72 Wh battery should enable a particularly long runtime, while the screen can be conveniently charged with a magnetic Qi2 or MagSafe power bank.
Hannes Brecher, 01 Jun 2026 22:50
An image showing a building in The Forgotten City.

Deal | Inspired by Ancient Rome, this adventure game loved by 95% of players is 75% off on Steam

The Forgotten City is a narrative adventure game that takes place in Ancient Rome. Your goal is to solve a mystery to uncover the truth, but be careful, because some of your decisions can have serious consequences.
Alexis Stegmann, 01 Jun 2026 22:42
The Abxylute S9V is a telescopic controller with support for Android and iOS devices.

Abxylute launches S9V mobile controller with support for Viture XR Glasses

Abxylute has announced a new mobile controller that is compatible with Viture's XR glasses. The $80 controller arrives a year after 8BitDo released a controller with a similar feature.
Habeeb Onawole, 01 Jun 2026 22:26
Game Pass' logo.

Microsoft adds 60 new titles to the Stream Your Own Game library for Game Pass members

Microsoft has updated the Xbox Game Pass Stream Your Own Game library with 60 new titles. The lineup includes 007 First Light, Beyond Blue, and more.
Abdul Haddi, 01 Jun 2026 22:16
Ghost of Yotei shown on PlayStation gaming monitor

"Only on PS5" branding appears as PlayStation exclusive games could skip PC

When advertising its gaming monitor, Sony noted that Ghost of Yōtei was a “Game available only on PS5.” As rumors of expanded PlayStation exclusivity swirl, the company could be altering its marketing strategy. It had retired the “Only on PlayStation” slogan after beginning to release more PC ports.
Adam Corsetti, 01 Jun 2026 22:15
Two indie games are currently available for free on Steam.

Deal | Steam is giving away two games, including indie hit with 89 points on Metacritic

For a short time, Steam is giving away two indie games that can be kept forever once they have been added to the library. These include an adventure inspired by Mega Man with over 90 percent positive reviews, which will receive a sequel next year.
Hannes Brecher, 01 Jun 2026 22:14
The Acer Iconia Duo S12's display.

Acer officially unveils two new OLED Android tablets

Acer has introduced the Iconia Duo S14 and Iconia Duo S12 as its latest Android tablets. Both models feature OLED displays and MediaTek Dimensity chipsets.
Huzefa Baloch, 01 Jun 2026 22:14
Casio’s Edifice EFV-160D-2BV watch has been officially confirmed

Two new Casio Edifice watches with textured dials now official

The Casio Edifice EFV-160D-2BV and EFV-160D-4AV watches have been officially revealed by the brand. Set to be released in markets worldwide, these two products have textured dials with metal casing and straps.
Polly Allcock, 01 Jun 2026 21:57
HP sells the OmniBook X 17 in a single colour option.

HP releases new slim 17-inch laptop with Arc B390 graphics and Intel Panther Lake

HP has started selling a new 17-inch laptop built around Intel's modern Panther Lake architecture. Also featuring up to 32 GB of RAM and a 76 Wh battery, the new OmniBook X 17 can be configured with powerful Arc B390 integrated graphics too via Core Ultra X7 358H and Core Ultra X9 388H processors.
Alex Alderson, 01 Jun 2026 21:54
The ThinkPad P14s i Gen 7 weighs 1.63 kg in its lightest form.

Lenovo releases new 14-inch ThinkPad with up to 96 GB LPCAMM2 RAM, Nvidia graphics and cellular connectivity

Lenovo has finally released its new ThinkPad P14s. Available internationally, the ThinkPad P14s i Gen 7 combines Intel Panther Lake processors with up to 96 GB LPCAMM2 RAM, a 75 Wh battery, a 120 Hz display and 5G cellular connectivity.
Alex Alderson, 01 Jun 2026 21:47
The Panasonic Lumix L10 pictured here could soon face competition from Canon.

Canon said to be planning three PowerShot compact cameras and brand new app

Canon is set to launch three brand new compact cameras on the market in the coming months, including at least one flagship camera with a large sensor that could compete with the Panasonic Lumix L10 or the Leica D-Lux 8. Rumors reveal first details about these cameras in advance.
Hannes Brecher, 01 Jun 2026 21:42
GTA 5 logo.

GTA 5 cheat service suffers data breach, exposing information of 64,000 users

A popular GTA 5 cheat service called Atlas Menu has suffered a major data breach, exposing email addresses, usernames, IP addresses, support tickets, and passwords of over 60,000 users.
Abdul Haddi, 01 Jun 2026 21:13
The Asus ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20 is 4.7 slots thick.

Asus unveils 800W GeForce RTX 5090 with AMOLED display and 4.7 slots cooler Computex

The ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Edition 20 flagship graphics card from Asus is almost five slots thick. Asus uses this space not only to cool the GPU at a power dissipation of 800 watts, but also for a curved AMOLED display that can show 3D visualizations and system information.
Hannes Brecher, 01 Jun 2026 21:08
The new Dell XPS Creator Edition.

Dell reveals first all-Nvidia-RTX laptop for creators: 16-inch OLED, SD card reader, 128GB RAM Computex

Dell is expanding XPS into creator-class performance with the upcoming XPS 16 Creator Edition, built for demanding creative and developer work on the go. Nvidia RTX Spark powers local AI and advanced creation workflows, enabling smoother 4K timeline playback, faster exports, and better multitasking. Users get a Tandem OLED display, accurate color and practical ports like HDMI and an SD card reader.
Martin Filipov, 01 Jun 2026 20:59
Artistic render of Nvidia RTX Spark SoC.

Qualcomm’s seemingly backhanded compliment to Nvidia RTX Spark announcement

Nvidia's RTX Spark SoCs hope to bring new life to the Windows on ARM platform. These chips are designed for high-performance in slim and light laptops, with a long-lasting battery, to compete with Apple.
Vineet Washington, 01 Jun 2026 20:46
Apple Pay was launched in 2014, and this year the wallet app is set to receive one of its biggest updates to date.

Apple to unveil exciting Wallet feature for iPhone 18 Pro and others in a few days

The Apple iPhone has been able to make contactless payments via Apple Pay since 2014. The Apple Wallet is soon to receive one of the most exciting innovations since the introduction of Apple Pay, and this feature could be announced as early as next week together with iOS 27.
Hannes Brecher, 01 Jun 2026 20:37
iPhone Ultra/Fold design model.

Foldable iPhone Ultra leak reveals unexpected iPhone 18 Pro feature coming to Apple's folding phone

Apple's first foldable "iPhone Ultra" is said to feature advanced vapor chamber cooling for superior thermal management, according to a new leak. Despite ongoing manufacturing challenges with surface-mount technology, the device remains on track for a September 2026 launch alongside the iPhone 18 series.
Martin Filipov, 01 Jun 2026 20:22
Lenovo is now selling the ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 globally.

Lenovo releases new ThinkPad globally with Intel Panther Lake and 120 Hz display

Lenovo has now released a new 16-inch ThinkPad globally. One of Lenovo's cheaper 16-inch ThinkPads, the ThinkPad E16 Gen 4 can still be purchased with a 12-core processor, 32 GB of RAM, a 64 Wh battery and a 1600p display with a 120 Hz refresh rate.
Alex Alderson, 01 Jun 2026 20:11

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