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OxygenOS 16 is finally rolling out to the OnePlus Nord 5, bringing the midrange phone up to speed with OnePlus’ latest software. The update is live in India, with more regions on the way.

Seiko Thailand has officially unveiled the Prospex Muay Thai Limited Edition, a black-and-gold automatic diver with a textured dial, 200m rating, and gold bracelet. It comes in a special box with an extra strap and goes on sale November 27, 2025.

YouTuber styropyro, known for building and tinkering with high-voltage gadgets, has uploaded a video of him running a 24,000 W (rated) incandescent light bulb, and even pushing it to 30,000 W

The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 has been unveiled. It will power smartphones like the OnePlus 15R, which are expected to launch soon.

The series is one of Ubisoft's most well-known offerings, with multiple titles released during its golden era, and the recently announced live-action adaptation has also revealed its star and director.

Digiphile, which is from the former Humble Bundle staff, has added a new game bundle. Called Indie ImSim Spotlight, it has four immersive simulator games that are playable on the Steam Deck. They are worth around $50, but can be grabbed for just $5.

The CEO of the development studio behind Eve Online weighs in on the importance of the PC in gaming, adding that mobile is also a niche that is innovating due to the 'sheer volume' of its audience.

Death Stranding 2 has been spotted on the ESRB website with an 'M' rating. This implies its PC port is in its final stages and could be unveiled soon.

OnePlus is apparently gearing up to launch a new Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 phone. Believed to be called the Ace 6 Turbo in China, per the latest report from Digital Chat Station, it will feature a 9,000 mAh-level battery.

70mai has already revealed the Black Friday 2025 offers, offering big discounts on its latest dash cams, including the T800, the 4K Omni, the A810, the M310, and more. The 4K T800 dash cam features dual 4K recording, night owl vision, HDR, ADAS, built-in GPS, and 3-channel HDR recording.

X leaker Jaykihn has revealed that only K-branded Nova Lake CPUs will get the rumoured bLLC upgrade. Previous rumours implied it would be exclusive to a Core Ultra 5 model.

Tower of Fantasy, a Genshin Impact-style open-world MMO, is attempting to win back its dwindling player base by launching a new “Warp” server that removes gacha mechanics and promises a more traditional, progression-based experience. While the overhaul aims to address long-standing criticism of predatory monetization, persistent bugs and account-loss issues continue to fuel skepticism among an already frustrated community.

US subscribers should prepare for a Spotify price hike, as reports indicate the streaming giant plans to raise fees in the first quarter of 2026. Pressure from major record labels and a push for sustained profitability appear to be driving this expected increase following similar moves in other markets.

The CEO predicts trouble for high-end gaming in the coming years, as datacenter and AI-centric demand remains relatively price-inelastic amid a DRAM shortage.

The Fenix E06R Pro is an EDC flashlight with four main light sources, including a laser and UV light. A fifth light source is a light ring that can be used for alerts. The flashlight also has two main switches.

The Tecno Slim 5G impressed in our review as a light and slim smartphone with a very good display. As the price suggests, this is not a high-end product. This also has its disadvantages.

Its 150 W Nvidia Blackwell GPU runs 5 to 15 percent slower than the same GPU in the Dell running at 175 W. The HP system plays it more conservatively when it comes to core temperatures.

Despite the higher cost of gaming PCs, popular Steam games are becoming less expensive. A new study analyses the successful titles on Valve’s marketplace since February 2023. The Steam Machine will benefit from lower-priced indie games, but its advantage over consoles disappears with AAA titles.

New promo images of the Casio G-Shock x Bamford GM-5600 show us a sharper look at the stainless-steel frame, matte strap, and signature blue highlights, giving us even more angles of the collab ahead of the December 9 launch.

As more Windows critics install Bazzite on their gaming PCs, they are enjoying top-end performance. In new GPU benchmarks, Gamers Nexus confirmed that high frame rates are achievable on the Linux OS. Still, Nvidia graphics cards suffered from uneven scores compared to their AMD counterparts.

Huawei has updated its Watch Ultimate Design with the Extraordinary Master Purple Gold edition. Retailing for ~$3.5k in China, the new smartwatch combines a 1.5K LTPO AMOLED display with multiple days of battery life, even with its always-on display functionality enabled. Ceramic, zirconium and 18ct gold underpin Huawei's latest luxury smartwatch, too.

AOC has detailed the Agon U27G4XM before its impending global release. Arriving in January, the new monitor combines Mini LED local dimming zones with a 4K and 160 Hz output to deliver high-resolution gaming with up to 1,200 nits peak brightness for under ~$550.

The Huawei X3 Pro does not look like a router at first glance. While many modern routers are ugly or large boxes with antennas sticking out of them, Huawei has taken a different approach with the X3 Pro, which also supports Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and mesh network capabilities via stylish-looking satellites.

A seemingly new Garmin wearable has turned up online in an early leak. More likely a new smartwatch than a rumoured Whoop competitor, the device resembles a thinner Venu 4 that Garmin claims represents the 'future of wearables'.

One of the two probes from the ESCAPADE mission managed to take a first photo during its journey to Mars. And this is excellent news for the rest of the mission.

After launching the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller in Translucent Black, it is now the turn of the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Bluetooth. The Switch-compatible controller gets the same translucent black shell but swaps the green accents for red ones.

The Huawei All-in-One Power Bank with Built-in Cable (66W 12000 mAh) has been released in China. This portable accessory offers an up to 66W output via the integrated cable and a USB-C port. Plus, it supports various fast charging protocols, and the remaining battery level can be displayed on a compatible smartphone.

Anker has released its new Prime Power Bank (20K, 220W) in the US, following its recent launch in Europe. The portable accessory can be used to charge up to three devices simultaneously via a range of USB ports. Other features include an integrated display and Bluetooth connectivity.

The Home Assistant app for iOS has been updated to version 2025.11.0. This is a relatively large update, bringing a new onboarding process, as well as improvements linked to CarPlay and the Apple Watch version of the app. Plus, users are now asked to choose between two connection security levels.

The Casio G-Shock MRG-B2000KT-3A watch, a limited edition timepiece, is now listed at the brand’s online store in the UK. The product page reveals the price of this premium model in this market, as well as its release window. The analog watch is made from titanium, with a hand-engraved bezel, and it offers features like Bluetooth, Tough Solar charging and a stopwatch.

Amazon has launched Leo Ultra to provide enterprise customers with a high-performance alternative to existing satellite internet options. This new 20-by-30-inch terminal delivers impressive speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second while offering direct connections to Amazon Web Services for enhanced security.

Garmin has strongly hinted that a new stable update will soon be available across many of its high-end smartwatches. Beta Version 23.41 has arrived in the meantime with roughly a dozen changes poised for the Fenix 7 and Fenix 7 Pro.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 smartwatch is receiving a new update: software version 4.1.5.1. This release brings Zepp OS 5.0 to the wearable, bringing a range of features, many of which had been expected. These include a range of new workout modes, a replacement for the Body Battery app and support for diving.

The Seiko SUR525 is a beautiful quartz watch with a 40.2 mm stainless steel case in silver. Currently on sale at an all-time low price on Amazon, folks on the hunt for an affordable timepiece which will add a fresh coat of elegance to their attire might not need to look any further.

Seiko Thailand has teased a Prospex Muay Thai Limited Edition ahead of its November 26 reveal. The post shows only a shadowed diver silhouette, with no specs or design details confirmed yet, leaving the full announcement under wraps.

A recent report by an analyst reveals a shocking price tag for the upcoming iPhone Fold. Apple is no stranger to premium pricing, but the brand has maintained price parity of its smartphones with competing flagships from the Android side. All that might change with the iPhone Fold.

The Many Pieces of Mr. Coo is a game that immerses you in an absurd universe inspired by cartoons. You will have to solve various puzzles and think carefully. And it is currently available for less than $3.

The new AOC Q27G4SMN is a 27-inch gaming monitor utilizing a Fast VA panel with mini LED backlighting. Thanks to a total of 1,152 dimming zones, the 300 Hz 1440p gaming monitor promises impressive brightness and deep blacks.

Dyson is now selling the Clean+Wash Hygiene wet and dry cleaner in Europe. Unveiled earlier this year, the model is designed to clear dust and spilt liquids simultaneously. Features include a microfiber roller, a new waste system, and a hot air drying dock.

The Anbernic RG DS is the latest attempt at recreating the Nintendo DS and its various offshoots. While early impressions are positive, YouTubers have voiced concerns with some aspects of the device before it starts shipping in time for the holiday season.

An October Windows update crippled performance in titles like Assassin’s Creed Shadows. A Digital Foundry benchmark demonstrates how a patch for the 24H2 and 25H2 versions sent frame rates plummeting. An Nvidia driver update corrected the problem, but frustration about gaming issues in Windows 11 persists.

RedGamingTech has claimed that Nvidia and AMD will release the next-gen RTX 60 and RDNA 5 GPUs in 2027. However, for Nvidia, the RTX 60 cards could be pushed back to late 2027 or even early 2028.

The Mate 80 starts at under ~$700 in China. Nonetheless, Huawei equips the device with hardware like an 8,000 nit display, a variable aperture primary camera and a 5.5x telephoto camera, among other hardware.

The Mate 80 Pro is Huawei's only new flagship available with a choice of chipsets. Surpassing the Mate 80 that relies on the older Kirin 9020, the Mate 80 Pro combines a bright display, high-end cameras and 100 W wired charging with a Kirin 9030 or Kirin 9030 Pro chipset.

The FreeBuds Pro 5 is a new pair of high-end wireless earbuds available in four colours. Equipped with NearLink support, the FreeBuds Pro 5 should deliver higher quality when paired with Huawei devices than rivals. L2HC and LDAC codecs are supported too with superior ANC than past FreeBuds Pro earbuds as well.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is currently enjoying a $400 discount. This limited-time Black Friday deal has brought the price of the thin and light phone down to $699.99, while the 512 GB variant is currently going for $819.99.

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Casio’s rugged, solar-powered ProTrek PRG270-1, featuring its Triple Sensor system (Altimeter, Barometer, Compass), is an absolute steal at $120 on Amazon right now.

The latest drawing tablet from Xencelabs aims to offer a large 4K display and two styluses at an attractive price. The company promises modern specs, including high colour accuracy, an anti-glare screen surface, natural drawing feel, and USB-C connectivity.