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Intel Panther Lake-powered laptops are promised to be faster machines with longer battery life and capable of AAA gaming in Full HD at medium to high settings. And judging from the all-new Asus Zenbook Duo 2026, that is pretty much what is on the menu for new laptops, betting on Intel's latest, mainstream flagship CPU.

The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is set to launch on January 29, 2026, in China. Right ahead of the official unveiling, Xiaomi has shared more teasers for the upper mid-range phone, which have confirmed more key specs.

According to Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the Xiaomi 17 Max will feature a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPE main sensor measuring 1/1.4 inches, paired with a 50MP Sony IMX8-series periscope telephoto sensor of 1/1.953 inches.

Huawei has officially unveiled the Nova 14i smartphone in Hong Kong. The company’s new entry-level smartphone comes with a 90 Hz LCD display, a 50 MP main camera, a Snapdragon 680 chipset, and a 7,000 mAh battery with 22.5 W charging support.

A leaker has announced one of Epic Games' next free game giveaways. Typically a secret until launch day, the game will not be available to claim for free for too long.

The WWE 2K series sticks to a yearly release cycle, and fans have been waiting to see when the next entry will arrive. If a new leak is accurate, the wait for WWE 2K26 may be over soon.

After Nothing recently confirmed that a new smartphone would be launched at a higher price in the first quarter of 2026, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has appeared in an EU certification, confirming some details about its features in advance.

On LinkedIn, an ex-employee from a Samsung supplier revealed that the company considered adding an Apple-style action camera button to the Galaxy S26 series. While it's still a possibility, the leaked renders didn't share it yet.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra, equipped with its Leica camera system, is one of the best high-end smartphones of 2026. But can this Android flagship also deliver when it comes to video quality? We take a look at 4K footage to see what the new Xiaomi device is capable of and compare its performance with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

A popular leaker has revealed various details about Honor's new Magic V6 foldable. Reportedly launching in four colours with Galaxy Z Fold7 surpassing thinness and weight, the Honor Magic V6 is also tipped to offer satellite connectivity out of the box too.

Valve is facing a major legal battle in the UK after a £656 million class-action lawsuit against Steam was cleared to move forward. The case claims Steam’s pricing and commission rules may have caused UK gamers to pay more than they should.

A reliable leaker has shared initial details about two of Xiaomi's next flagship smartphones. Reportedly, both the Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max could surpass even the Xiaomi 17 Ultra when it comes to camera hardware.

Samsung has finally confirmed US pricing for the Galaxy Z TriFold. Not only that, but the company has revealed that its first tri-folding smartphone will be available before the end of January 2026, too.

The Vivo X200T is a premium mid-range smartphone launching in India that is designed to deliver without any major compromises. Vivo has equipped the device with the fast MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, four 50 MP cameras and a 6,200 mAh battery that can also be charged wirelessly.

Meta has officially confirmed that the company is testing new subscriptions for Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook that will grant access to a range of exclusive features. These subscriptions are primarily intended to promote productivity and creativity through AI features.

Apple is expected to raise prices for the iPhone 18 series amidst the DRAM crisis that has taken over the tech industry. It is unclear if there will be some models in the series that will be safe from the hike given that some are launching this year and others in the following year.

According to new reports, Samsung's alternative to the Apple iPhone Fold is still on track for release later this year. Not only that, but the so-called Galaxy Z 'Wide Fold' should be available in significantly more numbers than the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, Galaxy Z TriFold and even the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE.

Hellcard stands out among deckbuilders thanks to its distinctive paper-style visuals and strong focus on co-op gameplay. Curious players can try it for free on Steam until February 2.

Recent reports suggest that Rockstar may skip a physical release for GTA 6 at launch. Rather than simply alienating collectors, the move would likely serve as a safeguard to prevent leaks ahead of the game’s debut.

In Cult of the Lamb, you take on the role of a fanatical lamb building its own cult. The game blends roguelike action with base-building elements – a mix that has been well received by players. For the first time, it is available on Steam with a 60% discount, dropping the price below $10.

The Doombuds project brings the iconic 90s shooter to in-ear headphones for the first time. It uses PineBuds Pro, which run open firmware and rely on their ARM Cortex M4F processor to run Doom.

Privacy-focused hardware company Brax returns with an open-source 2-in-1 tablet offering a user-replaceable battery, M.2 expansion, and support for a range of operating systems.

Samsung has launched a special version of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 for the Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games. The new version will be gifted to all athletes attending the tournaments.

Recently surfaced renders of the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion show multiple Pantone-inspired color options and a textured back finish. Previous leaks also point to a high-refresh-rate OLED display, a large battery with fast charging, and a Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset. The device is also expected to ship with Android 16.

IKEA has launched a new LED table lamp, the Grejsimojs, in countries across North America and Europe. This product has a playful, colorful design, with a replaceable light source. Plus, the dog-shaped lamp is dimmable and comes with a smart memory function to enhance the user experience.

An automaker's dream of introducing Boston Dynamics Atlas humanoid robots to the factory floor will be meeting the reality of high costs compared to human workers. Tesla, too, envisions a $30,000 Optimus robot only when made in the millions.

The Garmin System Software 5.10 update is rolling out to users of one of the brand’s older smartwatches. This is the first release for this wearable in around two years. According to the change log, users of the Approach S12 are receiving two bug fixes with this stable update.

The Moto G17 is set to launch as a new entry-level smartphone soon. Ahead of a formal announcement, a retailer leak has shared some core specs of the affordable phone, and Motorola has also confirmed one of them.

The first three EF-24 high-speed ferries with electric propulsion and hydrofoil technology have arrived in Belfast. These are intended to improve connections between Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland and England in the future, using small hydrofoil vessels capable of speeds up to 60 km/h.

Even seven years after the introduction of 5G, there are still smartphones without the latest mobile standard. But is that really so bad? We'll take a look at the Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 4G to see if the lack of 5G in everyday use is even noticeable.

The latest Windows 11 update, Windows 11 25H2, finally eliminates the gaming performance gap with Windows 10. According to testing done by Hardware Unboxed, Windows 11 25H2 is now faster than Windows 10 in games.

The transfer of TikTok's US business to the new joint venture TikTok USDS has begun amidst algorithm restarts, technical glitches and debates over privacy. The first weekend under new management was bumpy.

The EG series is one of Nextgear's most unusual gaming towers on the market, as the two large viewing windows can be switched to stealth mode at the touch of a button, concealing the internal components. Thanks to the frosted glass effect, the RGB lighting is still fully visible.

Seiko has unveiled a dual-model collaboration featuring limited-edition chronographs dedicated to Madoka Kaname and Homura Akemi. Scheduled for an August 31, 2026 release, these timepieces utilize the Caliber 7T92 movement, and come with 1/20-second precision plus 10-bar water resistance.

Leaked renders suggest Casio is preparing two new military-inspired GA-2100 G-Shocks with full camouflage treatment and negative displays. The GA-2100CM-8A and GA-2100CM-5A are expected to launch in February for around $120.

Reolink has announced the TrackFlex Floodlight WiFi surveillance camera with local AI video search. The latest member in the Floodlight series features a 2-in-1 dual-lens design, which offers 360° coverage with 6x hybrid zoom. Other features include dual-band Wi-Fi 6, auto-tracking, 24/7 continuous recording, and app-based controls.

Highguard officially dropped on Jan 26, 2026, peaking at 97,249 players. Despite the free-to-play status and a high volume of players, it’s drowning in over 16,000 reviews, mostly negative, due to severe optimization issues and a 3v3 loop that players find boringly slow.

Nintendo’s handheld is a major part of Square Enix’s plans to expand its customer base. After a positive reception for the Final Fantasy 7 Remake, a Final Fantasy 16 Switch 2 release is also possible. Still, the game pushed the PS5 to its limits, leading to reports of overheating consoles.

The GMKtec NucBox K13 has hit the scene, boasting an octa-core Intel Core Ultra 7 256V "Lunar Lake" CPU with 16 GB LPDDR5X memory. The mini PC sports a compact 0.6-litre enclosure, and is priced to compete in the ever-growing mid-range mini PC segment.

The European Space Agency is providing more than just propulsion for the upcoming lunar mission; it is also sharing spectacular imagery of the rollout. A new ESA time-lapse follows the rocket’s path to the launchpad, underscoring the close cooperation with NASA.

Shelly is now selling the BLU H&T Display ZB at its online store in the US. This smart home product can show information like the temperature and humidity level on the integrated e-paper display. Other features include a digital clock, dual connectivity and support for voice commands.

Dreame is soon launching its first smart TV. The S100 will be available with a launch discount and several noteworthy features and specs, including a 4K QLED mini-LED panel and a powerful sound system with 4.1.2 channels.

The limited‑edition Be@rbrick Audio x Maneki Neko speaker blends designer‑toy aesthetics with QUAD’360 omnidirectional sound in a metallic gold lucky‑cat form. Launching January 31, 2026 for $999, it offers paw controls, Bluetooth 5 wireless music playback, and a user-replaceable battery.

After initial tests with selected users in channels, status images, and status videos, even more users could soon encounter ads in WhatsApp. Now, a beta version has revealed that these ads might be avoidable for users who are willing to pay for a subscription.

Microsoft’s troubled Windows 11 KB5074109 January 2026 update is now under investigation for causing UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME boot failures on some systems. Affected PCs refuse to start and must be recovered via WinRE, adding a serious new symptom to an already messy Patch Tuesday.

The free Beyerdynamic Headphone Lab plugin for DAWs turns DT‑series headphones into studio-monitor substitutes with adjustable virtual room settings and speaker placement. The virtual environment enables accurate stereo mixing on the go.

The Galaxy Z TriFold may finally be on the verge of being released in the US. While Samsung remains quiet on availability for now, specific pricing and a release date have been detailed ahead of an official announcement.

Numerous owners of Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro and the Pixel 10 Pro XL have been complaining about serious problems that have rendered WiFi, Bluetooth, the cameras and even the LED flashlight non-functional. An update to Google Play services might be responsible.

In just a few days, Vivo will unveil the iQOO 15 Ultra, a brand-new performance flagship that will combine a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor with an active cooling system and up to 24 GB of RAM. Vivo has now released a teaser video of the smartphone, while a leaker has revealed its key specs.

A new leak has confirmed that the Poco X8 Pro is set to receive a global release. At the same time, it looks like the device will be another re-branded Redmi dvice with a special edition variant in tow too.