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Jul 19
Inner display of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. (Image source: Samsung)

Galaxy Z TriFold: One UI 8 hints at chipset powering Samsung’s upcoming foldable phone

Samsung is expected to release its first tri-fold smartphone later this year, reportedly called the Galaxy Z TriFold. A new report reveals details about its processor.
Huzefa Baloch, 19 Jul 2025 20:19
A person playing Cyberpunk 2077 on a MacBook using a DualSense controller, showcasing native gaming performance on macOS. (Image source: Andrew Tsai / YouTube)

Cyberpunk 2077 tested on M1 Air, M1 Max, M3 Max, and M4 MacBook Pro: Here’s how well it runs on each

Cyberpunk 2077 has made its way to macOS. To see how well it actually runs, YouTuber Andrew Tsai put four different Macs to the test, from the fanless M1 Air to the GPU-heavy M3 Max. The results range from surprisingly smooth to barely playable, depending on which chip you’ve got.
Anmol Dubey, 19 Jul 2025 19:49
The X70. (Image source: Honor)

Mainstream smartphone battery sizes to hit 10,000mAh by 2026

Smartphone OEMs have been smashing battery capacity records throughout 2025, most recently culminating in the 8,300mAh Honor X70. Even that "18-hour screen-on time" device might be overshadowed by its first five-figure successor sooner rather than later, according to the latest industry insider predictions.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2025 19:47
A lucky few Starlink users are getting 20% off their monthly bill for six months. (Image source: SpaceX)

Starlink is offering a surprise 20% discount on monthly bills to select Residential users

The offer appears limited to Residential and Residential Lite users, with reports coming in from the US, Australia, and Indonesia. Meanwhile, new customers in high-demand areas are still being asked to pay a hefty $1,000 surcharge just to sign up for the service.
Kristen Spradlin, 19 Jul 2025 19:38
The "S200 Max". (Image source: GSMArena)

Doogee S200 Max leaks with supposed next-gen Android flagship design

Doogee's next rugged Android smartphone has a design element also thought to feature in a prominent rival to the supposedly upcoming iPhone 17 Pro Max. In this case, it is reportedly found alongside a 120Hz display, a night vision rear camera and an extra-large battery in the S200 Max. It might also have expandable storage to go with up to 16GB of RAM.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2025 19:12
The K13 Turbo Pro hands-on. (Image source: Fixed Focus Digital via Weibo)

Oppo K13 Turbo Pro tipped to be world's thinnest active cooling smartphone on launch

The K13 Turbo and Turbo Pro are slated to launch as the world's first Oppo smartphones with an active fan. The latter is now said to have a feature not often seen in handsets with its type of active cooling technology. It might also have some other advantages on the high-performance Android market.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2025 18:31
The Core 5 210H is almost a year newer than the Core 5 120U, but the performance differences are very minor and sometimes even slower (Image source: Intel)

Core 5 210H offers very little over the Core 5 120U despite it being an H-series processor

The Raptor Lake-H processor just barely outperforms the older Raptor Lake-U option and it even comes in slower in regard to integrated graphics performance.
Allen Ngo, 19 Jul 2025 18:22
Maix4-HAT: Expansion board can be used with or without Raspberry Pi. (Image source: Sipeed)

Maix4 doubles as Raspberry Pi 5 expansion module and stand-alone development board

A new developer board aims to impress with its high AI performance and versatility both as an independent development board and as an expansion board for the Raspberry Pi. The local acceleration of AI models can reduce dependence on cloud systems.
Silvio Werner, 19 Jul 2025 17:33
Iron Neo: New smartwatch with rotating crown. (Image source: Haylou)

Iron Neo: New, waterproof multisport smartwatch now available for $50

The Iron Neo is a new and affordable smartwatch that is said to be waterproof and capable of not only tracking sports activities, but also everyday activity and various health metrics.
Silvio Werner, 19 Jul 2025 17:15
Is this the EliteBook X G1i 14 or EliteBook Ultra G1i 14? (Image source: HP)

EliteBook X G1i 14 or EliteBook Ultra G1i 14? HP laptop names are getting a little confusing

Some models are becoming increasingly difficult to visually tell apart even for us testers. To laymen, the names "EliteBook X", "EliteBook Ultra", "Envy x360", or "OmniBook x360" may be more confusing than helpful when distinguishing between lower-end and higher-end configurations.
Allen Ngo, 19 Jul 2025 17:10
A new AMD Strix Halo laptop has been spotted online (image source: Sixunited)

Sixunited shows off XN77-160M-CS laptop with AMD Strix Halo chips and OLED panel

A new AMD Strix Halo-powered laptop has shown up online. It comes from Sixunited, a Chinese company that supplies devices to other OEMs.
Anil Ganti, 19 Jul 2025 16:58
The Muse Pi Pro comes with a RISC-V processor. (Image source: Muse Pi)

felix86: New emulator that can run Steam and AAA titles on RISC-V processors

An emulator allows you to play video games even on systems with a rather unusual processor architecture, namely RISC-V. It's even possible to use Steam, which at least potentially provides access to numerous games.
Silvio Werner, 19 Jul 2025 16:52
The Xiaomi YU7 Max SUV range test. (Image source: Sohu)

Independent Xiaomi YU7 testing explains outrageous EV range claims coming out of China

Xiaomi is claiming 466 miles of official range specs for its Model Y competitor, and the YU7 Max SUV has been subjected to an independent range test. The Chinese CLTC standard, however, is way more generous than the EPA estimate in the US, explaining those outrageous range claims for Chinese electric vehicles.
Daniel Zlatev, 19 Jul 2025 16:51
Linux reaches 5% desktop OS market share indicating rising adoption among consumers and gamers. (Image generated via ChatGPT)

2025 could finally be the year of the Linux desktop as the OS attains 5% US desktop market share for the first time

The latest StatCounter numbers show Linux gaining 5.03% of the US desktop OS market share. This continues the trend of Linux gaining traction among desktop users and gamers, a likely side effect of cessation of Windows 10 support in October and Valve's gaming push with the Steam Deck alongside Linux distros becoming increasingly more user-friendly over the years.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 19 Jul 2025 16:46
FTL: Faster Than Light is available on Steam with a 70% discount until July 28. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Great for quick sessions: Roguelike with high replay value and 95% positive reviews now just $3 on Steam

If you’re looking for a fun game to dive into now and then, FTL: Faster Than Light might be worth checking out. This sci-fi roguelite is highly rated and currently available on Steam for just $3 thanks to a 70% discount.
Marius Müller, 19 Jul 2025 16:32
New drone with 4K resolution is now available for direct import. (Image source: Hubsan)

Hubsan unveils new drone with 10-mile range and 4K camera

The Hubsan Mini is a drone capable of taking high-resolution images and videos, featuring a GNSS module and obstacle detection. It also boasts a long range of 16 kilometers, at least for the remote control.
Silvio Werner, 19 Jul 2025 16:27
Three games will leave the Xbox Game pass on July 31. (Image source: Xbox Wire)

Xbox Game Pass: Last chance to play these three games

While new games are added every week, three titles will be removed from Xbox Game Pass at the end of July. If you haven’t tried them yet, there is still time to jump in – and you might even benefit from Microsoft’s member discount.
Marius Müller, 19 Jul 2025 16:13
FCC moves to tighten security around US‑bound submarine cables. Pictured: A fiber optic cable (Image source: Denny Muller, Unsplash)

FCC to bar Chinese telecom equipment in submarine cables

The FCC will vote on new rules to protect undersea cables from foreign interference, speeding repairs and AI‑driven upgrades. Trusted suppliers get fast‑track licenses, while gear from firms like Huawei and ZTE faces denials and extra security requirements.
Nathan Ali, 19 Jul 2025 16:06
The Pixel Watch 4 will offer new SOS features as well as new functions for fitness enthusiasts, according to a leak. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Google Pixel Watch 4: Numerous new fitness features on board

Sometimes the devil is in the details. After the design and spec leaks for the Pixel Watch 4 disappointed many, exciting new features and functions of the new Google wearable are now gradually being revealed, including new SOS features and some new fitness functions.
Alexander Fagot, 19 Jul 2025 16:04
Pictured - Unofficial artwork for Battlefield 6. (Image source: Instant Gaming)

Battlefield 6: Major reveal teased for late July as promo packages reportedly sent to creators ahead of event

EA will reportedly reveal Battlefield 6 in late July with a multi-day event, as hinted by a content creators' now-deleted tweet regarding a promotional package with the game branding.
Anubhav Sharma, 19 Jul 2025 15:53
The Samsung Galaxy F36 5G comes in coral red, luxe violet, and onyx black faux leather textures (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy F36 5G debuts with leather pattern design, longer updates, and AI camera features

Samsung has revealed yet another new budget-range smartphone, the Galaxy F36 5G, in the Indian market. Samsung’s new affordable smartphone comes with an AMOLED display, a 50 MP OIS-enabled primary camera, an Exynos 1380 chipset, IP67 water resistance, and longer software support.
Abhinav Fating, 19 Jul 2025 15:18
The alleged longer Tesla Model Y in testing. (Image source: Veo/X)

Larger Model Y L filmed with test mule camo over the chubby rear and covered C-pillar

The first larger 3-row variant of Tesla's popular Model Y SUV has been caught on public roads with test mule camouflage. The Model Y L is expected to sport a roomier six-seat interior, and longer wheelbase.
Daniel Zlatev, 19 Jul 2025 14:33
The Eternaut Cast (Image Source: Netflix)

Netflix quietly uses generative AI in sci-fi series The Eternaut

Netflix has used generative AI for the first time in one of its original shows, The Eternaut, to create a complex building-collapse scene at a fraction of the usual cost and time.
Antony Muchiri, 19 Jul 2025 14:16
Fast card reader now crowdfunding. (Image source: MagicLink)

MagicLink: Purportedly the fastest multi-card reader at up to 2,790 MB/s

The MagicLink 4-in-1 is, according to the manufacturer, the fastest multi-card reader available. The system can handle a wide variety of memory cards and comes in an aluminum housing.
Silvio Werner, 19 Jul 2025 13:39
X5 Evo: New, wireless earbuds. (Image source: Edifier)

X5 Evo: Affordable wireless earbuds come with real-time AI-powered translation support for 21 languages

Edifier has launched new and completely wireless headphones, which are said to have powerful ANC and multiple microphones. According to the manufacturer, the headphones can also be used for simultaneous interpretation between languages.
Silvio Werner, 19 Jul 2025 13:10
Lies of P follows the story of Pinocchio in a dark action RPG set in the city of Krat. Pictured - a cinematic screenshot from the game. (Image source: Steam)

Deal | Steam deal: Award-nominated, critically acclaimed action RPG now available at lowest price ever with 50% discount

A dark Pinocchio-inspired action RPG, Lies of P, hits its lowest price at 50% off on Steam through July 25. The soulslike title has sold 3+ million copies and earned a lot acclaim for its gameplay style.
Anubhav Sharma, 19 Jul 2025 12:43
The Indie Roulette bundle will expire on August 2, 2025. Pictured: Steam Deck running The Hong Kong Massacre. (Image source: Steam and Humble Bundle - edited)

Deal | Humble Bundle: $166 worth of indie games playable on Steam Deck drop to $12

The game collection page on Humble Bundle has been refreshed, and with this update, the storefront has added a new games bundle. Called Indie Roulette, it has 10 titles that are worth $166 and are playable on the Steam Deck. They can be scored for as low as $12.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 Jul 2025 12:24
The successor to the Galaxy Z Fold7 (pictured here) is expected to offer a completely crease-free display, similar to Apple's first iPhone Fold. (Image source: Techdroider)

Galaxy Z Fold8 with a crease-free display: Samsung appears well prepared for Apple's iPhone Fold launch

A well-known Apple analyst has provided the first concrete clue about the successor to the Galaxy Z Fold7, which will face direct competition for the first time in 2026 from a new and presumably very powerful opponent: Apple and its very first iPhone Fold.
Alexander Fagot, 19 Jul 2025 11:22
Subnautica 2 was earlier expected to be available in early release some time in 2025 (image source: Subnautica YouTube)

Krafton's Subnautica 2-centric legal battle with Unknown Worlds' former leads intensifies

The lawsuit, available on Scribed, alleges that Krafton knowingly delayed the release of the title to avoid paying out performance bonuses. Update: Statement from Krafton added.
Rahim Amir Noorali, 19 Jul 2025 11:01
The Lyra Pi is a new single-board computer. (Image source: Luckfox)

Lyra Pi: New micro development board with LTE modem is cheaper than the Raspberry Pi

The Luckfox Lyra Pi is a new micro-board computer that comes with cellular connectivity, making it suitable for projects far from a Wi-Fi network. As usual, a wide variety of sensors and actuators can be connected.
Silvio Werner, 19 Jul 2025 10:41
The Bo The Turbo features a 24,000 W dual motor and offers a top speed of 100 mph (160 kph) (Image source: Bo)

The Turbo: Bo introduces world’s fastest e-scooter with 100 mph top speed and 150 miles of range

Bo has developed the world’s fastest electric scooter under “The Turbo” codename. The e-scooter is equipped with a 24,000 W dual motor propulsion system and a massive 1,800 Wh battery, which is said to offer a top speed of 100 mph (160 kph) and up to 150 miles (241.1 km) of range on a single charge.
Abhinav Fating, 19 Jul 2025 10:22
Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 (2025). (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2: Much cheaper than the iPad Air but not necessarily better

The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2 is not exactly cheap, but it is still cheaper than tablets from Apple and technically even better in some respects. This includes the high-quality keyboard and trackpad.
Daniel Schmidt, 19 Jul 2025 10:13
The Poco X7 Pro features a Dimensity 8400. (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro chipset revealed amidst claims of "big shift" away from Snapdragon SoCs

Xiaomi is expected to launch the Redmi Turbo 5 in China and then rebadge it as the Poco X8 Pro for the global market shortly after. A new leak has now revealed what chipset will power both devices, well ahead of their debuts.
Ricci Rox, 19 Jul 2025 10:11
NASA's official logo (Image source: NASA)

NASA releases stunning 'space photo' of Aurora Australis, the unknown sister of Aurora Borealis

NASA has released an image of the lesser-known Southern Lights — Aurora Australis. The image was taken right from the space station, offering an amazing unobstructed view of this phenomenon.
Chibuike Okpara, 19 Jul 2025 09:51
The electric 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 compact SUV (Image source: Marc Urbano/Car and Driver)

Deal | 0% APR for 72 months or $5,000 Customer Bonus on the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4

Volkswagen is offering either 0% APR for 72 months or $5,000 Customer Bonus on the 2025 ID.4 electric compact SUV. The promo runs till the end of July in the US.
David Odejide, 19 Jul 2025 09:40
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 (Image Source: Samsung)

Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 screen repairs are absurdly expensive

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 screen repair could cost you as much as a new mid-range phone, SamMobile reveals.
Antony Muchiri, 19 Jul 2025 09:09
A conceptual rendering of Starlab commercial space station (Image source: Starlab; cropped)

NASA touts key progress on Starlab space station, a successor to the ISS

As the International Space Station nears retirement, NASA has reported major progress on the Starlab commercial space station, a key project in the plan to ensure a continuous human presence in low Earth orbit.
Chibuike Okpara, 19 Jul 2025 05:19
Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop seen on desktop (Image source: Allen Ngo)

Deal | The slim Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with RTX 4080 GPU is at its lowest sale price yet

With gaming laptops, performance sometimes comes at the expense of portability. The slender Intel Core Ultra 9-powered Alienware x16 R2 breaks that mold with stable, high-refresh rate gaming. At a $1,800 sale price, the 16-inch Alienware laptop features a discrete RTX 4080 graphics card.
Adam Corsetti, 19 Jul 2025 02:51
Garmin's latest beta update brings 16 changes to the Tactix 8 and other high-end smartwatches. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases major new update to flagship smartwatches with over a dozen improvements

Garmin has offered up another new v17.xx update on its Beta Program. The fifth so far, Beta Version 17.17 introduces more than a dozen new features, bug fixes and improvements to the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8, Tactix 8 before an even larger stable update debuts later this quarter.
Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2025 02:29
President Trump signs the GENIUS Act into law, enabling added controls over stablecoins and issuers. (Image source: White House)

GENIUS Act signed into law: Americans can soon store their wealth in riskier stablecoins

President Trump has signed the GENIUS Act into law, enabling broader issuance and use of asset-backed stablecoins pegged to the US dollar. While potentially enabling faster, lower-cost electronic payments versus card payments, stablecoins do not come with loss protection from the FDIC or interest when held.
David Chien, 19 Jul 2025 02:05
Only CAD-based renders showing the Pixel Watch 4 have emerged so far. (Image source: Android Headlines & OnLeaks)

New Google Pixel Watch 4 leak reveals prices for two smartwatch sizes

The Pixel Watch 4 is expected to launch next month in two sizes. In the meantime, a well-known leaker has outlined launch pricing for all four variants including its 45 mm and LTE option.
Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2025 01:48
The Osmo 360 will be DJI's first 360-degree action camera. (Image source: via Igor Bogdanov)

DJI Osmo 360: New leak confirms 120 MP and 1-inch camera for GoPro Max 2 and Insta360 X5 challenger with aggressive pricing

The launch of DJI's first GoPro Max and Insta360 X5 competitor is reportedly on the horizon. In the meantime, a well-respected leaker has published the first photos showing the Osmo 360's retail packaging complete with hardware specifications and apparent launch pricing.
Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2025 01:21
Asus dumpster fire video teaser (Image source: GNCA on YouTube)

Gamers Nexus highlights Asus vulnerabilities as 2025 exploits hit routers and bloatware

Gamers Nexus reports that Asus faces multiple security issues in 2025, with active exploits targeting its routers and flaws affecting utilities like DriverHub, MyAsus, and Armory Crate. The coverage warns that persistent backdoors and low-level code vulnerabilities make firmware updates and the removal of unnecessary ASUS software essential for user safety.
Sebastian Jankowski, 19 Jul 2025 01:03
The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion in Mocha Mousse may be exclusive to select markets. (Image source: Ytechb)

Motorola Edge 60 Fusion to launch in Mocha Mousse

Motorola is expected to launch the Edge 60 Fusion in a new color called Mocha Mousse. The color is Pantone's 2025 color of the year which debuted in December 2024 on the Motorola Razr 50 and Motorola Edge 50 Neo.
Habeeb Onawole, 19 Jul 2025 01:02
Jul 18
OpenAI ChatGPT Agent AI can both handle complex work tasks and pose a financial and safety risk for users. (Image source: Grok AI)

OpenAI unveils ChatGPT Agent: AI for complex tasks with a higher risk of financial theft and bioweapon creation

ChatGPT OpenAI Agent has computer and web access to complete complex tasks on its own, with improved AI LLM performance versus prior models. However, the AI is also potentially more dangerous, including the possibility of unauthorized bitcoin transfers and biological weapon creation.
David Chien, 18 Jul 2025 23:19
TSMC’s record-breaking second quarter underscores AI boom. Pictured: TSMC's silicon wafer (Image source: TSMC)

TSMC posts record Q2 revenue up 38.6 percent to $31.8 billion

TSMC’s Q2 revenue rose 38.6 percent year‑on‑year to $31.81 billion, with net profit up 60.7 percent to $13.57 billion. Advanced 3‑7 nanometer nodes drove 74 percent of wafer sales, and management raised its full‑year growth outlook to 30 percent.
Nathan Ali, 18 Jul 2025 22:56
Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World characters (Image source: Nintendo of America edits)

Donkey Kong Bananza characters could appear in future Mario Kart World DLC after discovery in credits

The Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World credits have some curious similarities. Two voice actors who appear in the 3D platformer also participate in the kart racing Switch 2 game. Now, some gamers expect the characters to become part of Mario Kart World DLC.
Adam Corsetti, 18 Jul 2025 22:49
The Sonos Ace (pictured) has support for USB-C audio unlike the Sony WH-1000XM6. (Image source: Sonos)

Deal | The Sonos Ace's new low price of $299 ($150 off) makes them a tempting alternative to the Sony WH-1000XM6 and Nothing Headphone (1)

The Sonos Ace headphones launched a little over a year ago and are now available to buy at their lowest price ever. This new price makes them easier to recommend over Sony and Nothing's new headphones.
Habeeb Onawole, 18 Jul 2025 22:37
Zen Browser window

Zen Browser updates to latest Firefox version and fixes Linux performance bugs

Zen Browser is a recent fork of Firefox that focusses on privacy, aesthetics, and workflow optimisation. With its latest Twilight beta update, Zen has improved on a bunch of features that differentiate it from Firefox and added a number of bug fixes and features for both Linux and Windows users.
Julian van der Merwe, 18 Jul 2025 21:19
Render of an Intel Core Ultra processor. (Image source: Intel)

Arrow Lake Refresh will be more disappointing than expected

Despite recent reports, the Arrow Lake Refresh lineup will not get a new NPU. This means the upgrade will be limited to clock speed bumps compared to the current generation and that’s it.
Vineet Washington, 18 Jul 2025 20:13

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