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The unreleased Casio G-Shock Mudmaster GWG-B1000MG-1A9 watch appears to have been shown in a leaked image. The picture shows a watch with a bold dark gray, red/orange and bronze design, with a metal bezel and patterned resin strap. Features of this hybrid triple sensor model include radio control and Bluetooth connectivity.

Vivo has announced the iQOO 15R has a new affordable flagship for the Indian market. The smartphone has toned-down specs compared to the iQOO 15, but still packs some impressive features.

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition is a long-lasting thin-and-light Windows laptop with Intel Lunar Lake Core Ultra 7 258V under the hood. The laptop can now be yours at a big 41% discount, as Best Buy is offering the Slim 7i 15 Aura Edition in "Open-Box Excellent" condition at less than $900.

The new Taara beam uses near-infrared light to bring high-speed internet to remote areas. Thanks to a newly developed chip, the Beam is 50% smaller than Taara’s previous "Lightbridge" device, which weighed 29 pounds.

The Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra are set to launch with different processors in some countries. The S26 Plus will feature a smaller battery than its Ultra counterpart. However, an EU energy label indicates that the Exynos 2600 will help the S26 Plus close the gap to the S26 Ultra when it comes to battery life.

Samsung is days away from delivering the follow-up to last year's Galaxy S25. According to the EU, Samsung's next compact flagship should deliver over 35% longer battery life than its predecessor. The Galaxy S26 will launch with Samsung's Exynos 2600 chipset in the EU.

Honor has begun teasing the Magic V6 globally ahead of its MWC 2026 debut in Barcelona. With a strengthened hinge, reduce crease visibility and an improved anti-reflective coating, the Magic V6 should easily distinguish itself from the current Magic V5. Honor has confirmed that the Magic V6 will beat the current market leader when it comes to water resistance, too.

Six Days in Fallujah stands out for its uncompromising realism, tense atmosphere, and documentary-style portrayal of the Iraq War. The co-op shooter is currently 35% off on Steam until March 6, returning to its previous low of around $26.

Garmin has revealed its new Feature Update. Culling the Fenix 7 series entirely, the February 2026 Feature Update contains numerous new features for newer smartwatches, like the expansion of the Garmin Fitness Coach and Sleep Alignment, among other changes.

Samsung will be releasing the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra on February 25. In the meantime, a leaker has confirmed pre-order deals for the trio across the Eurozone. Reportedly, up to €350 in effective discounts are up for grabs.

LG has finally opened preorders for its UltraGear evo 52G930B in the US. Featuring a massive 52-inch screen, the monitor targets both productivity users and gamers with a 5K2K resolution and a fast 240Hz refresh rate but needs a capable GPU to take full advantage of its specs.

Discord says its UK Persona age-verification test has ended, and its support docs explain how “age assurance” will work as teen-by-default settings roll out.

Steam Next Fest is facing harsh criticism from players who say the event is crowded with AI-generated and low-effort demos. While Valve does require AI disclosures, users are saying that discoverability and quality control are huge concerns regarding the world's biggest gaming platform.

Despite not having been officially launched, multiple Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphones have already reached customers' hands at ludicrous prices. One such YouTuber has also uploaded camera samples, comparing Samsung's upcoming flagship with its predecessor.

Anker has released the Solix C2000 Gen 2 portable power station in Europe. Already available in the US, this home backup power solution has an expandable 2,048 Wh capacity. It is relatively lightweight, with a continuous output of 2,400W. Plus, customers are currently offered a discount and free gift in some countries.

The Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow robot vacuum and mop appears to be about to launch in Europe. Unveiled in late 2025, this new model is now listed at the brand’s online store in Germany. It is the first model from the brand to feature a roller mopping system, and it also supports the Matter smart home protocol.

A recent viral leak sparked excitement among fans, suggesting that a long-awaited standalone Zombies title might finally be released alongside a new main installment of Call of Duty. Activision has since officially denied the rumors, although the clarification may still hint at something promising.

Early signs suggest that the HBO series may not only explore the Harry Potter story in greater depth but also adhere more closely to the original novels. At the center of the current debate is the casting of an older Ronald Weasley – a character who, in the first book, would seemingly be required for only a single scene.

Chinese AI labs are harvesting Claude and other large language models' answers to mimic their performance for their own products without the safeguards. Anthropic is calling for an industrywide response and has contacted the relevant authorities.

As China collectively returns from Lunar New Year celebrations, early teasers for upcoming smartphones have promptly surfaced across social media. Honor leads the way by releasing the first video for its new foldable, showcased in a stylish new Red Rabbit colour option, whilst Oppo’s teaser features another animal.

Xiaomi has released its 6 mm thick wireless power bank in new colours. Launched ahead of schedule, the accessory charges iPhones and Android smartphones via a 5,000 mAh built-in battery. Xiaomi should continue the global rollout of the Ultrathin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W in more markets later this month.

Devolver Digital has announced that its hit video game, Ball x Pit, is coming to iOS and Android devices. The game will be available to try for free, but have a one-time purchase to fully unlock it.

The Pironman 5 Pro Max from SunFounder is a Raspberry Pi 5-powered tower PC with some significant upgrades over the non-Pro version. It includes a large 4.3-inch touchscreen, a built-in Raspberry Pi camera holder, and dual stereo speakers with a USB microphone.

Apple is staggering the release of the iPhone 18, the iPhone Air 2, and the iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max. As a result, it is now reported that the total iPhone 18 series shipments for 2026 are set to reduce by 20%. However, the financial hit of the lower shipments is expected to remain small.

Sorath has announced Devil Daggers II exactly ten years after the original’s 18 February 2016 Steam release, reviving the cult arena shooter renowned for its punishing difficulty.

After making a debut in Hong Kong, Citizen's new Tsuyosa "Shore" automatic watches are now finally making their way to global markets. The NJ0230-59L and NJ0232-53X are now available in the US, Europe, and Canada for $495 / €329 / CA $695 and $550 / €359 / CA $750, respectively.

Keebmon is a crowdfunded foldable workstation concept that combines a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 PC, a 13-inch ultrawide touchscreen, and a low-profile mechanical keyboard in a single aluminum device. Update: Multiple red flags emerge.

Even in 2026, the Kodak Portra 400 35mm film remains exceptionally popular amongst photographers, particularly prized for its signature subtle colouration and gentle contrast. A new filter is now bringing this aesthetic to digital cameras.

Identical to Sure View on HP's EliteBook laptops and PrivacyGuard on Lenovo ThinkPads, Samsung has now equipped the Galaxy S26 Ultra with a new Privacy Display feature. Said feature is set to be copied by other smartphone OEMs, starting with the Xiaomi 18 series later this year.

Casio will reportedly release a new DW-5600MNC series in Japan this March, based on the classic DW-5600 design. The key change is a new layered cloth strap offered in three color options. Pricing and full specifications are undisclosed.

The next-generation OnePlus flagship, expected to be called the OnePlus 16, has appeared in a fresh leak. It suggests the device could feature even thinner bezels than the OnePlus 15.

The PlayStation TV was a short-lived console released in 2013 and discontinued a couple of years later. Now, it is rumored that Sony might be reviving it alongside its upcoming handheld.

A designer of the first Xbox console predicts that Microsoft Gaming will become reliant solely on AI. Seamus Blackley doubts that its new CEO, Asha Sharma, will return the brand to its core principles. Xbox may fade, as it becomes one of many AI-powered endeavors led by Satya Nadella.

According to a relatively reliable source, Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and next year's iPhone 18 have entered mass production trials. As previous tips have indicated, neither of the devices are expected to feature major cosmetic changes.

Xiaomi has teased that the Redmi Buds 8 Pro will not be officially available until later this week. Silently, the company has already started selling its new earbuds in Southeast Asia. Retailers have confirmed European pricing, too.

Xiaomi has confirmed that the Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra will be available internationally in multiple launch colours. While the Xiaomi 17 Ultra's sparkling green finish is undoubtedly a highlight, it seems that Xiaomi could have a special version of the Xiaomi 17 planned for its global fans, too.

Xiaomi has confirmed that it will be launching a new Wear OS smartwatch before the end of the month. Expected to arrive for around €329, the Xiaomi Watch 5 should be available in two colours with a 930 mAh battery and an AMOLED display too.

Ahead of the official announcement of the March PlayStation Plus free games, a well-known leaker has revealed the lineup’s headliner — a 2025 sports game published by 2K.

A report from the Wall Street Journal says Nvidia’s consumer-facing N1X chip is expected to debut in 2026. It is expected to be a modified version of the GB10 Grace Blackwell chip found on the DGX Spark.

Casio has listed new Edifice EFR-575 series watches at its online stores in various European countries. The EFR-575D-4A, the EFR-575C-8A and the EFR-575CL-5A each have a gradated dial, surrounded by a slim metal bezel. Features of the water resistant model include a 1-second stopwatch and a basic date display.

Xiaomi's Leica Edition flagship has been pictured before its anticipated global release. Bearing different branding to align with recent leaks, the Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi will depart from the Leica Edition in a few key design details, too.

After the unexpected leadership shake-up at Xbox, an alleged insider leak is adding to the uncertainty. While new chief Asha Sharma has promised a renewed focus on creativity and hardware following the departures of Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond, the source warns of large-scale layoffs and a bleak future for the Xbox console.

Shortly after taking on her new role as head of Microsoft’s Xbox gaming division, Asha Sharma revealed what was described as her Xbox gamertag. The account quickly came under scrutiny, with many fans questioning its authenticity.

Former Xbox President, Sarah Bond, may have championed the criticized This Is an Xbox initiative. In a report from The Verge, co-workers shared concerns about the devaluing of Xbox consoles. New Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma hinted that the company realizes the importance of first-party hardware.

MSI's RTX 5090 Lightning Z is not for the faint-hearted. With a modified BIOS setting that can allow the card to pull in a mind-bending 2,500 watts, the Lightning Z GPU has already broken several world records, and is currently selling for unfathomable prices on eBay.

What happened in Japan with AMD Radeon RX 9000 GPU prices appears to also be happening with DDR5 memory prices in Germany. Clearly, sky-high prices discourage people from buying products, which in turn leads to some slight price softening.

When it comes to new tech, AI is everywhere. However, in some instances, you can still find products that forgo the controversial technology completely. The Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 AMD, an affordable business laptop, is such a product, if you configure it with the AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 215.

Path of Exile co-creator Chris Wilson has defended Blizzard’s $25 Reign of the Warlock DLC for Diablo II: Resurrected, arguing that paywalling certain quality-of-life updates reflects an effort to preserve the original game as a “museum-piece baseline,” rather than a push for extra revenue.

Managing multiple subscriptions can be a burden for devoted gamers. A new rumor suggests that Xbox Game Pass Ultimate may cover the cost of World of Warcraft, Minecraft Realms, and Fallout 1st. The service has faced criticism over price increases and the lack of enticing day-one Xbox games.

Asus has released one of its most lightweight 14-inch laptops. Available in the UK with a global launch to follow, the new release takes advantage of Intel's Panther Lake architecture with an even larger battery than last year's model. The new Zenbook S14 may offer worse graphics performance than its predecessor, though.