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A user on Reddit has shared what seems to be a modem failure in their iPhone Air. The new Apple developed modem called the C1X was launched in September last year with the iPhone Air.

Toyota is pricing its new all-electric C-HR SUV lower than the comparable Model Y AWD in the US or the hybrid version it sells abroad. The first reviews of the 2026 Toyota C-HR are out, and they detail the range, charging speed, and comforts of the compact electric SUV.

Even after a promising launch, Valve shouldn’t feel threatened by ROG Xbox Ally sales. A Circana analyst revealed that the Steam Deck still enjoys strong support. The memory shortage could affect both the Linux and Windows handheld gaming PCs, with price increases possible.

A solar eclipse took place on February 17, 2026, in Antarctica, and although few people were able to see it, satellites managed to capture the shadow of the Moon on the Earth's surface. But another solar eclipse will occur in 2026, and millions of people will be able to observe it.

The Olimex ESP32-P4-PC is an open-source dev board based on the ESP32-P4 SoC, featuring HDMI, 10/100Mb Ethernet, and four USB 2.0 ports for applications such as smart home panels, POS systems, and IP camera controllers.

Xiaomi has unveiled a new X Pro QLED TV. Marketed as the X Pro QLED TV 2026, the new Smart TV spans 75-inches while offering Dolby Vision, AirPlay 2, eARC and a 120 Hz game mode.

Fort is said to be the first wearable that can automatically and accurately track strength training, while also supporting cardio workouts as well as sleep and stress tracking. Developed by former Tesla engineers, the wristband promises a battery life of one week.

The next update to Apple's iOS, namely iOS 26.4, may bring video playback to CarPlay. Code found in the iOS 26.4 beta 1 hints that CarPlay users will be able to watch video on Apple TV and other select apps, but only when their vehicle is parked.

A new leak has revealed that the Edge 70 Fusion could feature a newer chipset than previously suggested. As a result, Motorola's next Edge smartphone should go toe-to-toe with Xiaomi's Redmi Note 15 Pro Plus when it launches globally.

Casio has released three of the new G-Shock GG-B100X watches in the UK, with a wider European release on the horizon. These Master of G Mudmaster watches are equipped with four sensors for features like a digital compass and thermometer, and also offer Bluetooth connectivity.

Infinix has introduced the XPad 30E alongside the Note 60 series smartphones. The tablet is positioned as a budget offering, featuring an 11-inch display, a MediaTek Helio G80 processor, and 4G connectivity.

Samsung smartphones are possibly some of the most-leaked products in the world. The company is reportedly implementing measures to stop the public from obtaining details about the features and design of the next Galaxy flagship six months ahead of its launch – just in time for the Galaxy S27 leak season.

While Apple, Samsung and Garmin are comfortably dividing up the smartwatch market among themselves, Meta is set to break into this highly competitive market soon, with a focus on health and AI features.

Not everyone wants to spend $1,000 or more on a smartphone. We take a close look at the current Xiaomi mid-range class including a SoC from Qualcomm. We analyse how well the Xiaomi phone is suitable for gaming and whether the graphics performance is sufficient for smooth gaming experience.

The U.S. government has targeted inflated electric car efficiency counts with the removal of the advantageous petroleum equivalency multiplier under the CAFE standard. It not only encouraged EV production but also inflated Tesla's fleet efficiency numbers in terms of regulatory credits available to sell to other automakers.

Achilles: Legends Untold is an action RPG in the vein of Diablo, but its combat emphasizes skill-based mechanics reminiscent of Dark Souls. Instead of battling demons, players enter a world shaped by Greek mythology. On Steam, the game is now 80% off for the first time, bringing the price down to under $5.

The demo for the pirate-themed survival game Windrose has quickly gained strong traction on Steam. Shortly after launch, it reached more than 6,000 concurrent players and earned a 94% positive rating from over 400 reviews. The demo reportedly offers up to six hours of gameplay.

With Lyria 3, Google is integrating a music generation tool into the Gemini app for the first time. Users can create 30-second songs complete with automatically generated lyrics, sung vocals, and cover artwork simply by entering a text prompt or uploading an image. The feature is currently available in the Gemini beta.

Wayblazer Dämmerung launched on Steam Feb 18, 2026, and it's a milestone since this is Eushully's first official Western release in 25 years. The crafting-focused JRPG holds a 90% positive rating based off the few initial reviews, alongside a $31.99 launch price.

The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16 Gen 10 gaming laptop with the AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX CPU, an RTX 5060 latpop GPU, 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD is now down by more than $500 vs list price at Best Buy. The resulting price makes the Legion Pro 5 16 a good value.

The Q27G4ZD is a new OLED gaming monitor that sits within AOC's Gaming series. Released globally, the AOC Gaming Q27G4ZD combines a 280 Hz refresh rate with Nvidia G-Sync compatibility and a four-port USB hub for a relatively affordable price tag in both the UK and the US.

Mass surveillance through a tech titan, enabled by cameras purchased by the monitored consumers themselves – this appears to be Amazon’s latest plans. Leaked emails show how Amazon aims to utilise a new Ring feature to track much more than just parcels.

Toto, a high-end toilet maker from Japan, holds key tech that could make it integral to the memory/storage supply change. Its ceramics can withstand incredibly low temperatures, making them a kep component in NAND manufacturing.

The V70 Elite is a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3-powered smartphone from Vivo. Rivalling the OnePlus Nord 5 and Poco F6 in terms of performance, the Vivo V70 Elite also finds itself with hardware like a 6,500 mAh battery, 90 W wired charging and dual 50 MP cameras.

Dyson has launched the new PencilWash wet and dry cleaner worldwide. Already available to purchase in Europe, and set for a release in North America in the near future, this is a lightweight hard floor cleaner. Features of the filterless model include a slim body and handle, and a high-density microfibre mop.

The Vivo V70 is now official. Released in India with more markets to follow, the V70 surpasses its predecessor in several areas while rivalling the Motorola Edge 70 on performance.

Amazfit has unveiled the T-Rex Ultra 2 with an 870 mAh battery (+74%), Grade-5 Titanium build, and 3,000-nit sapphire display. The flagship gets 64 GB of storage for topo maps and an integrated 300-lux LED flashlight.

The Epic Games Store has launched new free game giveaways. Exclusive to PC gamers, this week's freebies include numerous in-game items for one title and indefinite access to another. Epic Games Store will be giving away Return to Ash and Stalcraft: X Starter Edition until February 26.

High-performance gaming laptops are often loud—but the XMG Apex 17 proves that quiet gaming doesn’t have to mean slow gaming. In our testing, switching from Performance mode to Entertainment mode reduces fan noise by up to 60%, while gaming performance drops by only 10 to 12 percent. Here’s how much speed you really lose—and whether quiet mode is the better choice for everyday gaming.

Seiko’s new 39.4 mm SRPM09 HUF Limited Edition revives the 1970s "Time Sonar" design with a semi-transparent green dial and 4R36 movement. Limited to 7,000 units globally, the $450 field watch includes a specialized HUF-branded presentation tin.

Windows 10 ESU update KB5075912 (Build 19045.6937) is rolling out for February 2026, addressing a shutdown/hibernation restart issue on some Secure Launch-capable PCs and carrying Secure Boot rollout targeting data.

Android 17 Beta 1 is now rolling out to supported Google Pixel devices. Here’s the official device list, how to install the beta, and what Google says is new in Beta 1.

The BMX SolidSafe Air Qi2 magnetic power bank uses semi‑solid‑state cells and a titanium‑reinforced body to improve safety and durability. It delivers up to 20 watts of wired and 15 watts of wireless power to charge phones and other electronics.

Grand Seiko just announced its first global GS9 Club design project, slated for 2027. Celebrating the 62GS’s 60th anniversary, members will vote on sub-40mm models featuring the Arabic "9" and high-beat 9SA4 or 9F quartz movements.

The Gaminja ANS13 is a Game Boy-style budget handheld with a 720 × 720 IPS square screen, Linux-based open-source software, and more than 15,000 built-in games, all for under $40 on AliExpress. The gadget is designed for gamers seeking a budget retro experience in a compact and portable form factor.

A new "nanogate" design breaks the voltage barrier between memory and logic, promising to drastically reduce the energy cost of AI data transfer.

There is finally a smaller, more affordable charger than Google’s USB-C charging cable for the Google Pixel Watch 4. This could offer a better option for travel, especially now that Google has updated the charging connector on its latest smartwatch.

After a new datamine, a Switch 2 version of Monster Hunter Wilds may be inevitable. An embedded image demonstrates a local multiplayer mode for the Nintendo handheld. Capcom removed other code that predicted how the Switch 2 game might perform on the console.

Seiko’s latest limited edition leans hard into its racing roots. Built to mark 10 years with the Supercars Championship, the new Seiko 5 Sports SSK057K adds a GMT complication, a carbon-fibre patterned dial, and bright red accents to the familiar 4R34-powered platform. It’s limited to 1,500 pieces worldwide.

Early shoots have appeared that Garmin is moving towards releasing a new Fenix smartwatch generation this year. Based on comments from the company's CEO, Garmin's first Fenix 9 smartwatches could debut in the middle of 2026.

Barnes & Noble has announced a new Android tablet under its Nook brand. Actually a rebadge of a Lenovo tablet, the Nook Reading Tablet 8.7 is for those who want an affordable device for more than just reading.

An early leak has surfaced regarding Android 17-based custom skins for Oppo and OnePlus smartphones. ColorOS 17 and OxygenOS 17 are tipped to include improvements to performance, animations, and camera features.

Oppo is expected to launch the Find X9s soon, a lower-cost flagship that apparently will make several hardware compromises outside China. Still, a leak points to a large 7,025mAh battery and three 50MP cameras.

Classic Pokémon games, including FireRed, LeafGreen, Ruby, and Sapphire, are getting a new companion app called PKsinew. The software makes it easy to transfer Pokémon from one game to another, and it can also unlock events that wouldn't be accessible otherwise.

The Asian brands like KIA or Toyota did well in a new plug-in hybrid electric vehicle true fuel efficiency study. The German ones, especially the more powerful vehicles, exceeded the manufacturer claims threefold.

The Leica Summicron-M 35mm f/2.0 from 1979 is back, as a company has reproduced the sought-after wide-angle lens by Walter Mandler and is offering the replica at a much lower price than a used original from Leica.

A new Sony patent wants to streamline the development process for PS5 games. By working on a cloud server, developers could test and publish projects without dev kits. One feature of the platform involves generative AI tools to speed up the creation of assets.

An alternative operating system is intended to breathe life into older smartwatches. A new version is now available and adds new features and comes with a mix of major and minor changes.

The Talix Zeta is a new power station that is already available for purchase with a preorder discount. The company claims the device is especially durable and uses a modular design, which should make it straightforward to expand both capacity and power output.

Samsung confirmed plans to begin selling its latest ultra-premium foldable again. Available soon, the device surpasses the Galaxy Z Fold7 with a significantly larger internal display. Samsung only plans to offer limited quantities of the Galaxy Z TriFold again, though.