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Aug 5
The Camp Snap CS-8 video camera took inspiration from the classic Kodak Super 8 (Image source: Camp Snap)

Camp Snap CS-8: Retro-style digital camera launches with analog battery indicator and USB-C for $149

The video camera looks like a Kodak Super 8, features analog indicators for the battery level and memory card and doesn’t have a screen. That’s how the Camp Snap CS-8 tries to provide a retro feel. As with the Super 8, the video quality is mediocre at best.
Hannes Brecher, 05 Aug 2025 03:03
Game Card and Game-Key Card shown above Nintendo Switch 2 (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

Cheaper Switch 2 game cartridges may offer an alternative to controversial Game-Key Cards

A reprieve could be on the way for buyers who despise Switch 2 Game-Key Cards. The company that manufactures cartridges for Nintendo is embracing a new type of flash memory. As a result, publishers would have cheaper options than the 64 GB cartridges currently available.
Adam Corsetti, 05 Aug 2025 02:21
An artistic image of a brain (Image source: Shawn Day via Unsplash; edited)

The brain has separate systems for solid objects and oozing fluids, MIT finds

In a recent study, a team of MIT neuroscientists has discovered that the brain has dedicated regions for processing solid “things” like a ball and flowing “stuff” like water. This finding could inspire the development of robots that have better understanding of their environment.
Chibuike Okpara, 05 Aug 2025 01:37
Aug 4
AMD might launch a RX 9060 graphics card soon (image source: AMD)

AMD Radeon RX 9060 non-XT specs revealed by new leak

AMD is said to be working on a slightly downgraded Radeon RX 9060. It will arrive in only an 8 GB flavour and perform more or less par with the 9060 XT.
Anil Ganti, 04 Aug 2025 23:56
Oppo is unlikely to replace the Find X8 Ultra, pictured, before early 2026. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Oppo Find X9 Ultra: Leaker sparks speculation about display resolution downgrade from current Find X8 Ultra

According to a typically reliable leaker, Oppo has decided to drop the display resolution of the Find X9 Ultra. While there would be advantages to the display change, an Oppo executive has moved quickly to quash any rumours regarding the company's next Ultra-branded flagship.
Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 23:46
The iPhone 17 Air is expected to launch with a single rear-facing camera. Dummy unit pictured. (Image source: Majin Bu)

iPhone 17 Air: Battery tech of new ultra-thin iPhone showcased against iPhone 17 Pro

The iPhone 17 Air is reputed to be Apple's thinnest iPhone ever. Possibly matching or even undercutting the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Apple iPhone 17 Air has now had its ultra-thin battery technology compared with that of the iPhone 17 Pro ahead of time.
Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 23:37
The Surface Duo 'Andromeda' in one of its apparent prototype colours. (Image source: Goofish)

Microsoft Surface: Long-lost Surface Duo prototypes surface in marketplace leaks running Windows

The Microsoft Surface Duo series came and went with only two iterations. While Microsoft is unlikely to revisit the dual-display form factor any time soon, early Windows-based prototypes codenamed Andromeda have now surfaced on an online marketplace.
Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 23:28
The BricBloc is a modular power brick (Image source: Harbor Innovations)

BricBloc: Modular charger doubles as docking station and M.2 enclosure

BricBloc is a modular and therefore quite versatile charger designed for mobile use. It comes with an SSD and HDMI output, so it can be used as a docking station. The manufacturer also advertises its design and charging performance.
Silvio Werner, 04 Aug 2025 23:27
Zoom Platform banner with Duke Nukem games (Image source: Zoom Platform with edits)

Zoom Platform and retro titles like GTA and Duke Nukem are at risk, following Steam games ban

Often viewed as an alternative to GOG, Zoom Platform sells popular DRM-free retro games. After the controversial bans of Itch.io and Steam games, payment processors now have concerns about the marketplace. In response, Zoom Platform is introducing two-factor authentication and digital wallets.
Adam Corsetti, 04 Aug 2025 23:00
The T-GenX is a T-shirt that produces electric energy (Image source: Alex)

T-GenX: This T-shirt generates energy and claims to be a solar alternative in certain situations

The T-GenX is a wearable that can apparently generate electric energy. The T-shirt is designed to charge various devices with lower power requirements on the go. However, there are probably some noteworthy caveats.
Silvio Werner, 04 Aug 2025 22:44
AI-powered interviewers gain ground despite job-seeker pushback (Image source: Dall-E 3)

AI driven hiring surges as applicants mount strong pushback

Thousands of first-round interviews are now handled by AI, automating scheduling, standardized questions, and candidate shortlisting. Yet many jobseekers find the process cold and disrespectful, with some abandoning screenings or declining roles outright, signaling growing resistance to automated hiring.
Nathan Ali, 04 Aug 2025 22:30
The Google Pixel 10 will be officially unveiled on August 20 (Image source: Google)

Google Pixel 10 teaser video is full of jabs at Apple's iPhone

The Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are scheduled to be officially unveiled in two weeks time. Google is now giving a sneak peek of the next-generation flagship in a teaser video that is taking shots at the Apple iPhone.
Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 22:09
Dongfeng eπ Technology: merging eπ, Fengshen and Nano to spearhead 1,000 km solid-state EVs (Image source: Dongfeng)

Chinese car manufacturer Dongfeng sets 2026 target for solid-state EVs

By 2026, Dongfeng Motor aims to launch solid-state battery EVs with 1,000 km range on a 1,000 V silicon-carbide platform supporting 12C charging. The automaker recently merged its eπ, Fengshen, and Nano brands into Dongfeng eπ Technology, a new subsidiary focused on high-tech EVs and ICE/hybrids
Nathan Ali, 04 Aug 2025 22:04
The Galaxy S25 FE in two of its four launch colours. (Image source: via Nieuwe Mobiel)

Galaxy S25 FE: Samsung's next budget flagship smartphone revealed in four launch colours ahead of time

Samsung's fifth and final Galaxy S25 member has been spotted in a new leak. Seemingly, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE will be available in multiple colours at launch, albeit without the same finishes as the similar Galaxy S25 or Galaxy S25 Plus.
Alex Alderson, 04 Aug 2025 21:58
A leading Android smartphone display. (Image source: Realme)

Next-gen Android flagships pair new battery gains with old-school display tech in new leak

Some late 2025 or early 2026 flagship smartphones are backed to have what might be some of the world's most cutting-edge mobile displays at the time of their launch. Others might adopt technology that is often perceived as old-fashioned by comparison, though, as their new and extra-large batteries might finally defeat the purposes of ultra-low-power OLED in the near future.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Aug 2025 21:11
EcoFlow will launch the Trail Plus 300 DC (pictured) this fall. (Image source: EcoFlow)

EcoFlow announces new Trail portable power station with NCM battery

The EcoFlow Trail Plus 300 DC portable power station has been revealed. Set to launch in the US later in 2025, this model has several upgrades over another recently released model. These include an integrated cable, a built-in light and an NCM battery, which makes the accessory lighter than its predecessor.
Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 21:00
Image from the Project N trailer on YouTube. (Image source: Polestar Games)

This new MMO, directly inspired by the world of Lord of the Rings, is already causing controversy

This game, inspired by the Lord of the Rings film universe, looks very promising, especially for fans of the license. But it's also provoking controversy even before its official release date has been revealed.
Alexis Stegmann, 04 Aug 2025 20:47
Battlefield 6 screenshot showing multiplayer with all out warfare. (Image source: Steam)

Leaked video of Battlefield 6 battle royale map shows top-down view of LA

Battlefield 6 has been subject to countless leaks and the latest gives a first look at the LA map for the free-to-play battle royale mode. Battlefield 6 will release on October 10 with open beta starting August 9.
Vineet Washington, 04 Aug 2025 20:41
Spotify Premium kostet bald 11,99 Euro pro Monat. (Bildquelle: Omid Armin)

Spotify now more expensive than all of its major competitors

Spotify has announced a yet another price increase, making the streaming service more expensive than Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music Unlimited and YouTube Music. Despite the higher price, Spotify doesn't quite nearly offer the audio quality or catalog size of some of its competitors.
Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 20:37
Microsoft Copilot study: AI automation influences knowlege workers more than is commonly assumed. (Image source: Alexandra Koch on Pixabay)

Microsoft Copilot study: Knowledge-based jobs more affected by AI automation than expected

Generative AI isn't really replacing simple, manual tasks. Instead, AI automation is primarily affecting traditional knowledge-based jobs, according to a nine-month analysis of real-world user interactions with Bing Copilot.
Ulrich Mathey, 04 Aug 2025 20:35
The Nubia Air is clearly inspired by the design of the iPhone 17 Air. (Image source: Evan Blass, edited)

Leak: Nubia Air appears to be a direct imitation of soon-to-be-launched Apple iPhone 17 Air

Copycats of the Apple iPhone 17 Air are already popping up well before the ultra-thin flagship has been officially unveiled. A leak reveals the Nubia Air, which not only appears to have adopted Apple's name, but also seems to have taken inspiration from the design of the iPhone 17 Air.
Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 20:31
An e-sports enthusiast with a flagship iQoo smartphone at ChinaJoy 2025. (Image source: iQoo)

iQoo tipped to launch Ultra version of its next-gen flagship smartphone in 2026

According to the latest leaks, the iQoo 15 series of next-gen flagship Android smartphones will have everything, a brand-first Ultra variant included. It might augment rumored attributes such as the industry's most premium screen, fast wireless charging and a large battery with niche mobile gaming-friendly features for what might be even more performance.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Aug 2025 20:17
Tesla CEO Elon Musk (Image source: Reuters)

Tesla grants CEO Elon Musk $29 billion stock award amid leadership retention strategy

EV maker Tesla has awarded Elon Musk $29 billion in shares. The compensation is intended to reward the company boss pending the resolution of the court case on his 2018 CEO Performance Award and to incentivise him to stay.
David Odejide, 04 Aug 2025 20:14
The best bargain phone in the US just got even cheaper. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Google Pixel 9a drops to its lowest price yet

The Pixel 9a is already a great value at its original $500 price, and its even more tempting now that it has crashed to its lowest price yet at both Best Buy and Amazon. If you're still rocking a Pixel 4a or 5a, now might be the perfect time to make the jump.
Kristen Spradlin, 04 Aug 2025 20:09
The Google logo displayed on a building facade. (Image source: Hardeep Singh via Pexels)

Google signs first deals to reduce AI energy use in high-demand hours

To help ease pressure on the U.S. power grid, Google will begin cutting back electricity use at its AI data centers during times of high demand. The company has signed its first agreements with utility providers to temporarily slow down machine learning tasks, marking a new step in how tech giants manage growing energy needs.
Anmol Dubey, 04 Aug 2025 20:00
Stop Killing Games (image source: Stop Killing Games YouTube channel)

One man vs the games industry: Stop Killing Games pushes governments to act, then burns out

Ross Scott’s Stop Killing Games initiative, credited with catalyzing global action against the deletion of paid digital games, is winding down its direct activism. With key legislative and regulatory efforts now in motion across the EU and beyond, Scott reflects on the movement’s progress, personal toll, and future direction — including calls for preserving virtual game worlds through AI and community action.
Sebastian Jankowski, 04 Aug 2025 19:52
Promotional image for Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy S26 Edge battery could be even larger than expected

Samsung could use a Silicon-Carbon battery to increase the capacity in its upcoming Galaxy S26 Edge thin and light smartphone. A new leak hints at 4,400 mAh, a major improvement over the Galaxy S25 Edge.
Vineet Washington, 04 Aug 2025 19:36
The Galaxy Buds 3. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE are on the way with enlarged battery in new leak

Samsung is about to release yet another pair of wireless earbuds, according to some new leaks. They suggest that these peripherals will be a new and potentially more affordable version of the pre-existing Galaxy Buds 3. Both sets of accessories might look somewhat alike, although the newer model might have the better battery life of the two.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Aug 2025 19:31
The 8BitDo Ultimate 3-mode Controller - Rare 40th Anniversary Edition is 8BitDo's first wireless controller for Xbox. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Xbox celebrates Rare's 40th anniversary with a limited edition 8BitDo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller

Rare Limited, the studio behind Sea of Thieves is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and the Xbox-owned studio has partnered with 8BitDo to launch a limited edition controller. The controller is also 8BitDo's first wireless controller for Xbox consoles.
Habeeb Onawole, 04 Aug 2025 19:25
Xanadu Land officially exited early access on August 2. Pictured - the official thumbnail for the game. (Image source: Steam)

Free-to-play on Steam: New massively multiplayer bullet-hell game officially quits early access

Xanadu Land, a free-to-play bullet-hell MMO, has exited early access on Steam. With cross-platform support and arcade-style combat, it gives you fast-paced co-op action and RPG-style progression.
Anubhav Sharma, 04 Aug 2025 19:21
Unofficial render of Apple's first foldable iPhone. (Image source: Concept Creator via YouTube)

Another analyst claims Apple’s large screen foldable will release in 2028, iPhone Fold still on track for next year

Apple seems to be on track for its foldable devices. The iPhone Fold is said to be progressing towards its H2 2026 release while the larger foldable will break cover sometime in 2028.
Vineet Washington, 04 Aug 2025 18:50
The Vivo Y400 5G features a 50 MP primary camera (Image source: Vivo)

New Vivo Y400 5G launches with AMOLED display and 6,000 mAh battery

Vivo has announced a 5G version of the recently launched Y400 smartphone in the Indian market. It’s a mid-range smartphone that comes with a Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, a 32 MP selfie camera, and a 120 Hz AMOLED display. Vivo offers glam white and olive green color options for the Y400 5G.
Abhinav Fating, 04 Aug 2025 18:37
Almost 3% of Steam users now rely on Linux. (Image source: superanton via Pixabay / Vexels)

Linux is becoming more appealing for gamers – here's why

For a long time, Windows was the only serious choice for PC gaming. But according to a recent Steam survey, the landscape is starting to change. The open-source operating system Linux is gaining ground in the gaming world – and with good reason.
Marius Müller, 04 Aug 2025 18:34
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Kirby Air Riders banners are shown (Image source: Nintendo of America with edits)

So many Switch 2 games lacking release dates is "not normal", according to former Nintendo marketing lead

A former Nintendo employee is ringing alarm bells over several upcoming Switch 2 games. Buyers expect Metroid Prime 4: Beyond to arrive in 2025, but the company has yet to provide a specific release date. Kit Ellis also notes that the latest Nintendo Direct didn’t feature anticipated third-party titles.
Adam Corsetti, 04 Aug 2025 18:13
Image from the game Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound on Steam. (Image source: Steam)

This cult video game license is back in 2D, more than 30 years after the previous title

More than 30 years after the release of the license's last 2D game, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound makes a stunning comeback on various platforms. Fans of retro games will be thrilled to relive their childhood memories.
Alexis Stegmann, 04 Aug 2025 18:12
The Ryzen Z2 Extreme-equipped MSI Claw A8 has yet to be available outside China. Pictured: the two gaming handhelds. (Image source: MSI - edited)

Ryzen Z2 Extreme takes on Intel Core Ultra 7 258V in gaming handheld performance showdown

Golden Pig Upgrade, a China-based reviewer, has put the AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme version of the new MSI Claw against the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V variant of the gaming handheld. The former appears to be the winner in terms of performance at 17 W and 30 W TDPs.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Aug 2025 18:08
AOC's 10W1D e-ink tablet is targeted at students and professionals and costs around $250 in China (Image source: AOC)

AOC relaunches its 10W1D e-ink tablet for students and professionals at a lower price in China

The 10W1D with its 10.1-inch Carta e-paper display is positioned as an academic and professional productivity tool and was originally launched in March 2024. Featuring a rather modest Rockchip processor, it integrates AI-powered tools like OCR that are designed to enhance student performance. The accompanying Wacom EMR stylus should allow for a no-fuss writing experience.
Sovan Mandal, 04 Aug 2025 18:07
The Tank 4 is a rugged smartphone with a built-in projector (Image source: 8849)

Tank 4: The rugged smartphone with a projector, night-vision camera and torchlight

The Tank 4 is a new rugged smartphone that promises both durability and entertainment – thanks to its built-in projector. It also features a night-vision camera, ideal for capturing images in low-light conditions.
Silvio Werner, 04 Aug 2025 18:02
Anthropic revokes OpenAI developer access to Claude models for contract breach (Image source: Anthropic)

Anthropic cuts OpenAI’s Claude API access over alleged terms-of-service breach

Anthropic has suspended OpenAI’s developer-level access to its Claude family of LLMs, alleging a breach of commercial terms after OpenAI engineers used Claude tools ahead of the GPT-5 launch.
Nathan Ali, 04 Aug 2025 18:02
Ugreen’s new Nexode 100W Charger (pictured) is now available. (Image source: Ugreen)

New Ugreen Nexode 100W Charger with retractable cable launches

Ugreen has released the Nexode 100W Charger with Retractable USB-C Cable in various markets globally. The accessory features three ports as well as an integrated USB-C cable, with a maximum combined power output of 90W. Plus, it is compact, with folding pins to make it even easier to transport.
Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 17:03
Battlefield 6 soldier aiming an RPG at an attack helicopter. (Image source: EA)

Battlefield 6 frame rates, cross-play, MnK support for consoles explained

Battlefield 6 is bringing 60 FPS gameplay for all consoles, cross-play between consoles and PC, as well as mouse and keyboard support for console players. The game will release on October 10 with the open beta starting August 9, 1 AM PT.
Vineet Washington, 04 Aug 2025 16:32
EcoFlow’s Trail 300 DC power station (pictured) is now available. (Image source: EcoFlow)

EcoFlow Trail 300 DC compact power station now available

The EcoFlow Trail 300 DC (288Wh) Portable Power Station has been released in the US. It is currently available at a discounted price, with a free GaN charger. Plus, there are several bundles also on offer. This compact accessory offers five ports and can be charged via USB-C or with solar panels.
Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 16:11
The Casio MW-620H-1AV analog watch has an attractive sunray black dial (Image source: Casio)

Deal | Casio MW-620H-1AV watch with 100 m water resistance gets a substantial price cut on Amazon

Casio’s rugged MW-620H-1AV watch is now available at just $26.92, thanks to a significant 25% discount on its list price. The analog watch has a metallic-finished bezel, a sunray black dial, an LED light with afterglow, a 3-year battery life, and 100 m (10 bar) water resistance.
Abhinav Fating, 04 Aug 2025 16:08
LG’s CineBeam S projector (pictured) can be pre-ordered in some countries. (Image source: LG)

LG launches new CineBeam S Mini Ultra Short Throw Projector

LG has launched the CineBeam S Mini UST 4K Projector in markets worldwide. Currently available to pre-order in countries like the UK and Australia, this compact model features an RGB laser light source and an ultra short throw ratio of 0.25:1. Plus, it has built-in speakers with Dolby Atmos support, and HDMI and USB-C ports.
Polly Allcock, 04 Aug 2025 16:03
Figure founder Brett Adock shows the 02 loading the washing machine. (Image source: Brett Adcock via X / formerly Twitter)

Humanoid robot that helps around the house: Figure 02 demonstrates laundry skills

When it comes to the mundane tasks humanoid robots might handle for us soon, the possibilities are broad. Doing laundry is probably high on many people's wish lists. Figure 02 shows a glimpse of how this could look in a video shared on X.
Marius Müller, 04 Aug 2025 15:59
Cyber extortion powered by AI: New ransomware uses chatbots to autonomously negotiate with victims (Image source: Mohamed Hassan on Pixabay)

AI-powered cyber extortion: New ransomware uses chatbots to negotiate with victims

The Global Group, an emerging ransomware platform, employs AI chatbots to automate extortion negotiations with targeted companies, marking a new era in AI-driven cybercrime. The spotlight is now on the rise of AI chatbot ransomware.
Ulrich Mathey, 04 Aug 2025 15:59
Apple builds AKI answer engine to bring native conversational search to Siri, Spotlight and Safari (Image source: Apple)

Apple quietly builds its own generative-AI search engine

Apple has formed the Answers, Knowledge and Information (AKI) team to build a proprietary conversational search engine that crawls the web and delivers chat-based results.
Nathan Ali, 04 Aug 2025 15:54
The Nubia Z70S Ultra. (Image source: Nubia)

Nubia Z80 Ultra: Leak reveals key highlights including under-display camera and Snapdragon 8 Elite 2

Nubia is expected to launch a new flagship phone powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset. A new leak reveals key details about the upcoming device.
Huzefa Baloch, 04 Aug 2025 15:43
A confined cancer cell (pictured) - the magenta-colored mitochondria can be seen accumulating at the cyan-colored nuclear periphery and within nuclear indentations. (Image/caption source: Rito Ghose and Fabio Pezzano/Centro de Regulación Genómica)

How cancer cells find a way to stay alive when pushed to the limit

New research validates that cancer cells under compression trigger mitochondria near the nucleus to rapidly release ATP, helping DNA repair; observed in HeLa cells and linked to invasive tumor behavior in breast cancer patients.
Anubhav Sharma, 04 Aug 2025 15:35
The Apple iPad is nearly impossible to repair, and expensive replacement parts make repairs less attractive. (Image source: iFixit)

Apple iPad: Overpriced spare parts intended to pressure customers into upgrading instead of repairing

Apple has been offering replacement parts for the iPad, iPad Air and iPad Pro for a few months now. However, independent repair providers claim that the parts are deliberately overpriced so that customers are forced to upgrade to a new iPad instead.
Hannes Brecher, 04 Aug 2025 15:29

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